Entry level jobs

JUSTICE is seeking a motivated and values‑driven Policy Advisor to join our friendly, outcome‑focused team. This fixed‑term maternity cover role offers an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about the intersection of technology, human rights and the law, with the potential for a further three‑month extension.

You’ll play a central role in shaping how data and AI are used across the UK justice system, contributing to high‑quality research, developing influential policy recommendations, and engaging confidently with a wide range of stakeholders. We’re looking for someone with strong analytical skills, a commitment to evidence‑based policy, and the ability to work autonomously in a fast‑moving environment.

Working within our AI, Human Rights and the Law workstream, you’ll help ensure technological change strengthens the rule of law, improves access to justice, and protects those most at risk of being underserved or disproportionately impacted by harmful technologies.

To successfully lead the Grants team and raise voluntary income from a range of Grantmakers including Trusts, Foundations and local Government grant funders contributing to an overall team target of £1-million +. Working effectively with a grants team of three, and across the organisation, you will meet team annual targets of circa £675,000 through finding new opportunities, building excellent relationships with funders and managing the team effectively. This will lead to more young people reached by Eikon’s services.

Responsibilities

Income generation

· Lead responsibility for raising current annual team target of £675,000 for restricted and unrestricted income

· Work to agreed metrices including an annual target of £220,000 - £250,000/year with a pipeline including statutory, national & regional grant funders (some being invite only).

· Develop and lead networking plan (internal/external) to secure long-term grant and statutory funding opportunities to help increase financial income year on year.

Account Management

· Lead a stewardship framework, ensuring excellent account management of funders across the team (including own portfolio)

· Lead plans for the year, thinking creatively to develop new engagement opportunities such as panels, breakfast meetings and other events

· Collaborate with other leads and managers in the team to maximise opportunities through relationships, for example Major Donors, Corporate partnerships and Individual Givers.

Management

· Line management two staff members (Senior Grants Fundraiser and Trust Fundraiser), creating a positive and supportive working culture supporting them to meet their targets

· Lead on managing pipeline information on Donorfy, being able to pull reports for information and analysis including:

o Provision of data and narrative for monthly team meetings

o Contribution to Board reporting with narrative and pipeline information

o Analysis for annual planning sessions

Quality and standards

· Ensure all staff and volunteers understand and deliver within Eikon’s safeguarding policies and practices when taking part in fundraising activities.

· Ensure all activities follow the relevant Fundraising Codes of Practice and Eikon’s Ethical Fundraising Policy.

· Prepare relevant Grant Agreements and contractual information.

· Carry out risk assessments for all activities for which you are responsible.

· Carry out required basic due diligence on new funders.

Finance and resources

· Budget responsibility with authorisation up to agreed limits

· Operate within organisational approved budgets, policies and procedures.

Communications and relationships

· Work collaboratively with the Communications Lead to devise annual communications and marketing plans, ensuring Eikon is strategically positioned externally.

· Work collaboratively with service leads ensure new services developed meet funder needs and requirements

Strategy/transformation work

· Lead on developing and delivering annual grants plan

· Participating in a Leads network, contribute regularly to organisation matters including strategies, annual plans and budgeting.

Organisational requirements

· Work within Eikon’s equal opportunities, health & safety, and safeguarding policies at all times

· Understand and act when safeguarding issues need to be escalated

· Working hybrid, with the New Haw office as the designated place of work. Expectation to be office based 1-2 days per week with availability to attend regular external meetings across Surrey. Some may fall outside working hours and on weekends

· Work co-operatively and under the management of The Eikon Charity staff to ensure the highest quality of delivery and support

· Work within Eikon’s internal policies, safeguarding and data protection regulations

· Be responsible for equipment/resources

· To promote, monitor and maintain health, safety and security in the working environment

We're looking for an inspirational people person to join us as an Assistant Shop Manager in our brand new Shelter shop opening in St Albans. This is an exciting opportunity, and we'd like you to join us to help raise vital funds for homeless and badly housed people.

You will work closely with the Shop Manager to ensure the shop looks welcoming, visually appealing and the team of volunteers are motivated and keen to engage with customers and maximise sales.

About Shelter

A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. 

This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.  

At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent.  

We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. 

About the role

You will assist the Shop Manager in the recruitment, support and development of a strong community focused shop team and empower them to maximise Shelter's income. Representing Shelter in your local community, ensuring that you and your team share your knowledge of Shelter's cause with customers, volunteers, donors and potential Shelter clients will also be important aspects of the role. You will always ensure a safe, clean, bright and happy environment for your team to work in and for your customers to shop in, in turn attracting potential donors and volunteers.

About you

You are a naturally energetic person with an enthusiasm for managing and empowering people. 

Your extraordinary motivational skills will enable you to inspire your team to increase sales and control costs. Above all, you are ready to take on a new challenge and have a keen interest in Shelter's cause.

We’re looking for someone friendly and personable, who can work well as part of a team and is proficient using Microsoft Office application and other systems used. 

Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society

How to Apply

Please click ‘Apply for Job’ below. You are required to submit your work and education history. 

Please provide specific examples of how you meet the criteria in the 'About you' section of this advert, following the STAR format, and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses:

• We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset

Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered

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.

Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.

To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.

Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.

We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Legal Casework

• Work closely with the Public Law Supervisor, Director of Legal Casework and Asylum Aid Executive Director to develop a public law caseload and drive change through strategic litigation;
• Provide legal advice and representation to clients on asylum and human rights claims, and on judicial review challenges pertaining to asylum and immigration matters and the treatment of asylum seekers and other migrants;
• Identify common problems and issues from the wider team’s caseload which are suitable for strategic challenges; 
• Contribute to internal strategy discussions
• Attend external meetings on behalf of AA and contribute to strategy discussions within the wider sector
• Where appropriate, apply for LAA Case Funding through the CCMS, obtain appropriate costs and scope extensions, and submit claims for payment;
• Ensure that legal aid and other income is maximised, and targets are achieved;
• Maintain client files and records in line with file management procedures;
• Provide technical supervision and training in judicial review procedure to other staff where necessary.

APPLICATION PROCESS

The first stage is to complete on our online application form on our website by 9am on Monday 27th July 2026

The website form will ask you to:

1. Upload a short covering letter. Please tell us why the position appeals to you, and how your

relevant skills and experience, including any voluntary experience and lived experience, matches the listed responsibilities and person specification. Please also state in your covering letter when you would be available to start the role.

1. Upload your current CV
2. Complete an online Equal Opportunities monitoring form – completion of this form will help us ensure that our recruitment procedures operate in such a way as to provide genuine equality of opportunity. The questions are entirely optional, and this information will not be available to members of the selection panel.

SELECTION PROCESS

We will invite candidates to an initial 15-minute online screening meeting week on 3rd, 4th or 5th August followed by shortlisted candidates attending in-person interview at our office in Old Street on 10, 11th or 12th August. We will also ask you to complete a short exercise on the day.

At Asylum Aid we want to be transparent about what kind of qualities we are looking for and build trust from the very beginning of your journey with us. The first step is your interview, and we mean ‘your’ interview so we will provide you with your interview questions ahead of the interview. This will allow you time to prepare, and ensure you have your best examples in mind. We will also ask you some questions which you will not have prepared.

We offer a guaranteed interview for refugees, stateless people and others with lived experience of forced migration, provided that they meet at least 50% of the essential criteria, where practical.

EXPERTS BY EXPERIENCE SUPPORT

We are also proud to be a member of the Experts by Experience Employment Network which aims to increase representation of people with lived experience in the charitable sector.

If you are an expert by experience (a refugee or a migrant with direct, first-hand experience of issues and challenges of the UK asylum or immigration system), you can ask for an independent and confidential support for your job application from the Experts by Experience Employment Network and access other information and resources. You can also request 121 interview mentoring ahead of your interview from them.

Senior Progression Coach

This role is ideal for someone compassionate, proactive and motivated to drive positive change.

Location: Manchester (GM Pathfinder)

Salary: £32,403 per annum

Closing date: 26 July, 2026

Employment Type: Permanent

Hours per week: 37.5

About the Role

Lead change. Empower young people. Deliver real outcomes.

Join us as a Senior Progression Coach and take the lead in supporting young people facing homelessness to build resilience, secure housing, and access meaningful opportunities. You’ll manage a small caseload while coaching and developing a team to deliver high-impact, person-centred support grounded in a strengths-based, therapeutic approach.

We’re looking for a confident leader with experience managing people, caseloads, and risk in fast-paced community settings. You’ll be skilled in safeguarding, partnership working, and driving outcomes—bringing energy, empathy, and accountability to everything you do.

If you’re passionate about inclusive support, thrive on collaboration, and want to shape a service that creates lasting change, this is your opportunity to step up and make a difference.

Please note that this job opportunity is offered as a full-time (37.5 hours a week), permanent role.

Key Deliverables

• You will fully understand the requirements of the outcomes-based contract

• You will support your team to identify, record and evidence outcomes promptly as per contract requirements

• You will support all clients (directly or indirectly) to achieve their desired outcomes relating to accommodation, improved financial stability, improved social networks and improved engagement in meaningful activities

• You will ensure work is recorded accurately and in a timely manner on our client database, Inform

• You will complete regular supervisions, appraisals, caseload reviews and team meetings with the coaches you supervise and engage in supervisions with your own line manager

• You will ensure the safety and wellbeing of clients at all times including ensuring that Safeguarding and emergency alert procedures are followed and managed appropriately, as laid out in Depaul’s Policy and Procedures

• You will carry a small caseload of clients and ensure each client receives person-centred, tailored support

• You will ensure every client in the service has a high-quality risk assessment and a SMART outcomes-based support plan that are regularly reviewed

• You will deliver one-to-one support in the local community and will occasionally facilitate group work

• You will proactively collaborate and promote multiagency working by leading on partnerships with local agencies including statutory teams, private landlords, third sector organisations and others, to support the wellbeing of Depaul clients in accordance with data protection and information sharing protocols

• You will be flexible, reflective and creative in your engagement with clients and personalise your support to them

• You will involve clients in the decisions made about them and encourage participation in Depaul’s wider community programme of activities

• You will work within the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and apply this to your daily work with young people and also within the team

• You will proactively engage with internal and external Evaluation teams to improve the service delivery

• You will work office hours but will need to maintain flexibility to meet the needs of your clients, which may mean working outside of these times

• You will undertake further duties as commensurate to the role, in line with Depaul Policies and Procedures and as identified by your line manager

What we are looking for from you – Person Specification

When completing your application form please address all the points set out below.

• Experience of managing a team and supervising the work of others

• Experience of working in a busy environment supporting young people who have experienced homelessness, mental ill health, substance misuse or limited access to opportunities

• Experience of managing a caseload

• Experience of lone working in the community

• Experience of keeping records continuously up to date and accurate, logging information in a timely manner

• An understanding of and commitment to working in a strengths-based way

• Experience and understanding of Risk Assessments and Support Planning

• Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills

• Experience and understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures

• Commitment to working in a manner, which promotes diversity and equality ensuring that everyone is treated with respect and dignity and no one suffers from discrimination

• Commitment to promoting an environment that has the highest regard for the Health and Safety of self and others

• Personal and professional integrity

• High level understanding of professional boundaries and ability to maintain boundaries

• Effective collaborative working and partnership building

• Ability to effectively reflect on own practices for ongoing learning and development

• Respect for the values and ethos of Depaul and its founding partners

What You’ll Receive

· Tailored training and development

· Flexible working options where suitable

· 26 days annual leave, rising with service

· Family friendly leave policies

· Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7%

· Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access

· Discounts across retail, travel, food, fitness and more

· Cash health plan for you and your family

· Death in service benefit

· Access to legal and practical support

Safer Recruitment

Depaul UK is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If a role requires it under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975, we will carry out the appropriate Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. We only look at information that is relevant to the role, and a criminal record will never be treated as an automatic barrier to employment. All DBS information is handled sensitively, confidentially and in line with the DBS Code of Practice, and we encourage applicants to discuss any concerns with us openly.

About Depaul UK

In the 1980s, high unemployment and steep inflation was contributing to a shocking rise in youth homelessness across London. Thousands of young people were sleeping rough every night, with many areas notoriously dubbed “cardboard cities” due to the visible rise in street homelessness. Appalled by the scenes playing out across the capital, a group of people came together to tackle the challenge head on. Led by Cardinal Basil Hume and Mark McGreevy OBE, in 1989 Depaul UK was born.

What began as a single housing project in North London soon expanded across London, Greater Manchester and the North East of England. Today, Depaul UK provides accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK each year.

As our name suggests, the work of Depaul UK has been inspired by St. Vincent de Paul – a man who devoted his life to helping vast numbers of people throughout the 17th century. St. Vincent de Paul’s belief in the intrinsic worth of all people and his commitment to taking bold action remain central to our values today. Depaul UK now forms part of a family of Depaul charities around the world. We each focus on the specific challenges in our own countries, but we’re united by our shared values and mission to end homelessness.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.

We are looking for passionate practitioners to provide proactive support to individuals impacted by gambling harms. As part of our team you will deliver and develop our offer of gambling support and play a key role in engaging and inspiring a range of diverse communities.

Facilitate referrals, provide advice / guidance, assessment, brief and structured interventions, and group programmes to individuals experiencing difficulties with gambling.

“If you have experience working in the Drug & Alcohol, Mental Health or Supported Housing sectors, we recognise that you bring valuable transferable skills that can be effectively applied to supporting those experiencing Gambling Harms.”

We have roles available in the North East and Yorkshire & Humber regions.

North East: Focus on support for adults, working peripatetically across the North East and including travel to the service’s Gambling Hub in Sunderland.

Yorkshire & Humber: Focus on support for young poeple 16-24,working peripatetically within the community in Yorkshire & Humber.

Do you have?

• A professional Diploma (Level 4) or equivalent in a relevant field e.g. Health and Social Care, Counselling, Psychology.
• Experience of providing 1-1 or group support in a community setting.
• A passion for developing and delivering quality community services, working in partnership to develop reciprocal relationships with other services and organisations.

If so, we want to hear from you!

NECA offers;

As a local charity, we provide purposeful work complemented by a comprehensive induction and onboarding program. To support your professional growth, you will have access to Skills for Health training, alongside the following employee benefits;

• Enjoy a 35-hour work week (full time).
• Hybrid working.
• Flexibility in start/finish times.
• Free Staff Parking.
• Scottish Widows pension.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• 24/7 digital wellbeing platform with gym and wellness studio.
• BenefitHub retail & lifestyle discounts + Eligibility for charity worker discounts.
• Two times death-in-service benefit.
• Access to PayCare healthcare cash plan.
• 4.8 weeks of annual leave (rising to 6 after a year) plus bank holidays.
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme.

o you want to design something truly transformative for young people across the UK? 

We’re looking for a passionate, creative, and purpose-driven Design Lead to shape and deliver a bold new mentoring initiative at The King’s Trust; one that will inspire businesses, communities, and volunteers to come together and support young people to thrive. 

In this pivotal role, you’ll lead the design, pilot and launch of a suite of mentoring offers that will reach young people across the UK. This includes developing innovative approaches such as in-school experiences, digital micro-mentoring, and enhanced mentoring pathways. Your work will directly influence how young people access support, build confidence, and unlock their future. 

You’ll bring deep expertise in user-centred design and a relentless focus on what works for young people. Using insight, research, and creativity, you’ll design experiences that are engaging, scalable, and impactful - while ensuring they resonate with partners, funders, and communities across the UK. 

Collaboration will be at the heart of what you do. You’ll work alongside delivery teams, young people, employers, and supporters to co-create solutions that reflect real needs and real ambition. At the same time, you’ll lead from the front - setting direction, driving delivery, and championing innovation across a complex and high-profile programme. 

If you’re excited by the challenge of creating something new, motivated by making a measurable difference, and ready to lead design that changes lives, we’d love to hear from you. 

To respond to enquiries and provide first advice and information to families in the London Borough of Ealing who have a child with a disability or special need (aged 0-25).

To support colleagues to provide group and 1-2-1 support to families in Ealing, empowering them to tackle financial hardship, debt, poverty and isolation, and encourage social and financial inclusion.

To support parents of all communities with form filling, particularly around DLA and PIP.

To support the Contact Ealing team with administrative support around group sessions across all projects, specifically the Crisis Resilience project

To work closely with statutory and voluntary services in Ealing in order to improve services to families and increase the take up of services and entitlements.

Young People Support Worker

We promise you that no day will be the same, and you will get so much out of working with our residents as you ensure that they are well-cared for, and empowered to make progress into Independence.

Location: Whitley Bay (Depaul House)

Salary: £19,738.88 per annum

Closing Date: 26 July, 2026

Employment Type: Permanent

Hours per week: 28

About the Role

You’ll play a vital part in delivering our mission: tackling homelessness, widening opportunity and championing fairness. Whatever your specialism, you’ll help create a safe, inclusive and empowering environment where people can thrive and move forward with confidence.

As a Young People Support Worker (Whitley Bay), you will provide practical, emotional, and goal-focused support to young people, helping them develop the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to move towards independent living.

You will manage a caseload of young people with a range of support needs, building trusted relationships and delivering structured, person-centred support plans. The role involves supporting young people through key transitions, including leaving care, sustaining accommodation, and accessing education, training, or employment.

Your work will be underpinned by the Depaul Endeavour Model, an assets-based and psychologically informed approach, ensuring young people are supported to build on their strengths and achieve positive outcomes.

Please note that this job opportunity is offered as a part-time (28 hours per week), permanent role.

Shift Pattern: Saturday & Sunday - 08:00 to 22:00

In this role, you will:

• Provide safe, supportive accommodation and champion the wellbeing of every client.

• Deliver personalised support plans that empower individuals to achieve independence.

• Build positive, respectful relationships with colleagues, partners and the people we support.

• Encourage participation in education, training, employment, and volunteering opportunities.

• Contribute to a positive team culture and maintain a safe, welcoming environment.

• Commit to continuous learning and uphold Depaul’s values of respect, inclusion, and action.

About You

You believe in people — their strengths, their rights and their potential. You bring empathy, energy and a solution‑focused mindset to your work. You communicate clearly, stay organised and adapt well in a fast‑moving environment. You’re committed to inclusion, fairness and continuous learning, and you turn values into meaningful action, whatever your role.

What You’ll Receive

· Tailored training and development

· Flexible working options where suitable

· 26 days annual leave, rising with service

· Family friendly leave policies

· Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7%

· Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access

· Discounts across retail, travel, food, fitness and more

· Cash health plan for you and your family

· Death in service benefit

· Access to legal and practical support

Safer Recruitment

Depaul UK is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If a role requires it under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975, we will carry out the appropriate Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. We only look at information that is relevant to the role, and a criminal record will never be treated as an automatic barrier to employment. All DBS information is handled sensitively, confidentially and in line with the DBS Code of Practice, and we encourage applicants to discuss any concerns with us openly.

About Depaul UK

In the 1980s, high unemployment and steep inflation was contributing to a shocking rise in youth homelessness across London. Thousands of young people were sleeping rough every night, with many areas notoriously dubbed “cardboard cities” due to the visible rise in street homelessness. Appalled by the scenes playing out across the capital, a group of people came together to tackle the challenge head on. Led by Cardinal Basil Hume and Mark McGreevy OBE, in 1989 Depaul UK was born.

What began as a single housing project in North London soon expanded across London, Greater Manchester and the North East of England. Today, Depaul UK provides accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK each year.

As our name suggests, the work of Depaul UK has been inspired by St. Vincent de Paul – a man who devoted his life to helping vast numbers of people throughout the 17th century. St. Vincent de Paul’s belief in the intrinsic worth of all people and his commitment to taking bold action remain central to our values today. Depaul UK now forms part of a family of Depaul charities around the world. We each focus on the specific challenges in our own countries, but we’re united by our shared values and mission to end homelessness.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.

Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgmental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress?

Can you demonstrate our values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness, and Responsiveness and want to be part of our mission to create opportunities for individuals to make choices, find their own solutions, build resilience and manage their whole life and wellbeing?

If the answer to all of these is yes, we want to hear from you.

Crisis Café / Helpline Coordinator (Mental Health)
Reference: 372
Responsible to: Crisis Café Team Leader
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time, 30 hours per week / 4 evenings per week
Work pattern: 17:30pm – 01:30am, worked across a 7-day flexible rota (including some weekends)
Salary: £28,850, increased to £29,400 following successful probation, pro rata
Working Base(s): Watford Crisis Café (with expectation to travel to other sites where necessary, with mileage paid when not working at home base)

About the Role

Alongside other Crisis Cafe/Helpline Coordinators, you will be a key member of the Crisis team, providing effective operational leadership delivering the Nightlight Crisis Café and Helpline Service.

You will ensure the delivery and development of quality crisis support services and instilling Hertfordshire Mind Network’s values throughout the provision. You will provide management support to Crisis Café/Helpline Mental Health Support Workers and volunteers and support the Crisis Café Team Leads in ensuring practice within the service is safe, effective and person-centred.

About the Service

Hertfordshire Mind Network’s Nightlight Service (Cafés, Helpline, 24/7 Crisis House, A&E Liaison service and Daylight provision) is proud to provide urgent support, crisis intervention, and emotional support to people experiencing a mental health crisis in Hertfordshire as an alternative to statutory pathways.

We provide support to adults across Hertfordshire 7 days a week, 365 days a year through our Helpline, Cafes and 24/7 Crisis House. We aim to provide a safe space for people in crisis to talk and feel supported, be listened to without judgement, access relevant support with problem solving and facilitate access to external services when necessary. As a member of our diverse team, you will work closely with service users in crisis, by using a person-centred approach to ensure that everyone is supported with dignity and respect. By honouring the individual experience of each service user, we are able to respect their autonomy as well as encourage and facilitate positive steps towards management of crisis and recovery.

The objectives of Hertfordshire Mind Network’s (HMN) Nightlight Mental Health Crisis Services are:

• To improve the mental and emotional wellbeing of people experiencing a mental health crisis in Hertfordshire.
• To provide 24/7 support for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis.
• To increase early access to help for people experiencing a mental health crisis in Hertfordshire, by providing a clear and effective pathway to other services provided by HMN and other third sector and statutory providers.
• To remain a source of independent support for all clients.
• To provide an alternative pathway to people in distress and crisis to support better outcomes and reduce the demand on statutory crisis services and emergency services.

We offer:

• Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays)
• An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period.
• Ongoing training relevant to your role.
• An Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health cover (after 6 months employment) – compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments.

Closing date for applications is Monday 20th July 2026.
Interviews will be held the week commencing 27th July 2026 at Watford Wellbeing Centre.
N.B: Please quote reference number 372 when completing your application for this role.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

Equal Opportunities

We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs.

Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. Our inclusive approach recognises the unique skills, knowledge, and perspectives that lived experience brings to our team.

No agencies please.

Job Description

The Chartered College of Teaching is currently working on a number of exciting projects, and is recruiting a Teacher Development Specialist to support this work. This is a fixed term position which will focus on supporting the delivery of a key strand of our work relating to teacher and leadership development in the context of educational technology (EdTech) implementation. By joining our team as a Teacher Development Specialist, you’ll be helping us to support teachers, champion great teaching and raise the status of the profession. 

The role will run until the end of October 2026 in the first instance.

We are open to full time or part time candidates.

Benefits: Flexible working, generous annual leave, 8.5% employer pension contribution, Paycare, individual and team professional development/learning budget. A full list of our benefits can be found here. 

Based: Home based or office based, with hybrid-working options.

Start date: As soon as possible.

Deadline and interview: Applications will close at 12:00 on Wednesday 29th July 2026 but we will be reviewing applications and interviewing on a rolling basis so we encourage you to apply early. We will interview as soon as a suitable candidate is identified and therefore may close the role early.

Interviews will consist of a task and competency-based interview.

Application: Please apply by uploading your CV and cover letter. Please use the guidance when writing your cover letter. We encourage you to apply promptly as we will be reviewing applications as they are received. 

The Organisation

The Chartered College of Teaching is a charity and the professional body for teachers. We are working to empower a knowledgeable and respected teaching profession through membership and accreditation.

We are dedicated to bridging the gap between practice and research and equipping teachers from the moment they enter the classroom with the knowledge and confidence to make the best decisions for their pupils.

Our activities mainly focus on four key areas:

• membership

• teacher CPD and accreditation

• research, policy and events

• online and print resources

Since opening membership in 2017, we have grown rapidly. In total our work reaches over 40,000 teachers and more than 3.6 million young people. We are a growing and multi-skilled team of 30 people, supported by a Board with a significant track record of experience in a range of fields. Our business plan focuses on growing membership and Chartered Status, strategic positioning of the College in the education sector, and providing meaningful professional learning opportunities for the teaching profession. 

The Opportunity

The Teacher Development Specialist will play a key role in supporting our work around teacher and leadership development, and delivering one of our key projects focusing on understanding effective practice in relation to building expertise through collaboration. Drawing on their deep understanding of research, evidence and practice around teacher development, the Teacher Development Specialist will look to identify and build on existing practices and will seek to understand how as a profession we might encourage innovation and knowledge-sharing across the education sector. They will work with internal colleagues and wider stakeholders to understand how these practices might best apply to the field of Education Technology (EdTech).

This would be an ideal opportunity for anyone who is interested in using research and evidence to build collective understanding of effective practices across the sector. 

Generating insights 

You will work as part of an internal project team, leading on a key deliverable relating to strengthening expertise through collaboration, specifically within the context of Educational Technology. 

You will:

• Draw from literature, published research and theory around teacher development and school implementation to generate actionable insights about effective practice.

• Gather insights from a range of key stakeholders, including teachers, school leaders, policy makers and sector experts to understand and analyse existing practices, identify effective approaches and identify potential barriers or levers which might influence effectiveness of identified approaches.

Disseminating learning

You will spend some of your time disseminating what you have learnt:

• producing high-level summaries and reports to draw together recommendations and inform future work in this field.

Wider team activities

You will have the opportunity to work closely with colleagues from across the organisation as a member of the core project team, contributing to project meetings, working collaboratively to synthesize findings, develop recommendations and support wider elements of the project as required. 

You will

• Engage in CPD, learning activities and training to maintain and develop your knowledge and skills 

• Arrange and participate in meetings, as required

• Perform other activities as and when required in order to fulfil the purpose and requirements of the role

• Apply your expertise to support the College’s wider work around teacher development as appropriate. 

About You

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic and knowledgeable about teacher and school development; who is motivated by our mission and who is truly passionate about supporting the education sector. 

The person specification below outlines the essential and desirable knowledge, skills and experience we are looking for in this role. However, you do not need to have expertise in all areas; let us decide! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage you to apply. 

Person specification

Essential knowledge and experience

• Educated to at least degree standard, with QTS / higher degree desirable

• Proven knowledge and understanding of effective professional development methodologies 

• Critical understanding of research and evidence relating to teacher professional development and implementation

• Experience of teaching in schools in the UK or internationally 

• Strong analytical skills with experience of applying research and insights to inform decision-making, strategy or school/trust development

Desirable knowledge and experience 

• Able to produce content (inc. written reports and research summaries) for a range of audiences including teachers, school leaders and policymakers

• Experience of carrying out qualitative research or stakeholder research (e.g. interviews, focus groups, stakeholder workshops)

• A good understanding of the English school system including an understanding of, or interest in, Educational Technology (EdTech) and evidence-informed technology adoption 

• Experience of designing and/or delivering teacher professional development

As well as technical requirements, we are looking for people who: 

• Believe in the transformative power of education, see teachers as key drivers in achieving improved educational outcomes for all and are motivated to contribute to this change.

• Communicate clearly and effectively, understanding the importance of conveying complex ideas in an easy to understand way and respecting the work schedules and patterns of colleagues.

• Learning and feedback oriented, intellectually curious, and keen to develop their skillset.

• Are committed to equality and diversity, demonstrating these through their work and daily interactions with colleagues, members and other stakeholders. 

Why Us?

As an organisation we care deeply about creating a working environment that supports our people to grow personally and professionally. These are reflected in our organisational values which outline the distinctive working culture we are looking to create. In particular, these values are reflected in our commitment to: 

• Flexible working: responsive management, flexible hours, hybrid or fully remote working 

• Professional development, including formal and informal training and support 

• Transparency and ownership: we have an open culture that ensures all staff guide our strategic direction 

• Mental health and wellbeing: access to health and wellbeing advice and health cash plan.

Diversity and inclusion at the Chartered College 

As a growing organisation we are committed to:

• Becoming increasingly representative of the sector and geographies that we operate in

• Providing a positive experience of work as part of an inclusive culture led by our organisational values 

• Maintaining an annual EDI action plan - led by the internal team. 

What to expect from the recruitment process

• All applications are anonymised until the point of interview

• Line Managers trained in recognising bias

• We implement a standardised interview template and competencies matrix for a fair and transparent process

• All interviews are conducted via Zoom and the use of camera is optional.

If you require any adjustments in order to proceed with an application please make a request via our website.

For more information about joining the Chartered College, please watch this short video from Dame Alison Peacock (CEO).

Your Personal Data

As part of the recruitment process, the Chartered College of Teaching collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The organisation is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.

Pre-employment checks

All conditional offers of employment are subject to:

• Two satisfactory references

• Proof of qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the UK.

We are an employer committed to the safeguarding of children and young people.

ABOUT TRAIN

TRAIN is a youth work charity based in South Oxfordshire. We support young people aged 10 to 18 in Didcot, Wallingford and the surrounding areas, especially those who are under-served.

Young people in our communities are facing complex challenges. Some are struggling with poor mental health, family instability or difficulties at school. Others simply need trusted adults outside positions of authority and somewhere they feel they belong. Through open-access youth clubs, detached and outreach youth work, mentoring and targeted support, we build trusted relationships that help young people grow in confidence, make positive choices and feel hopeful about their future.

Our work is built on trust, consistency and respect, and we're looking for someone who shares that ethos.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a fixed-term cover role leading TRAIN's youth work team while our Youth Work Manager is on planned medical leave.

You'll be leading an experienced team of seven youth workers delivering a busy programme across Didcot and Wallingford. Four members of the team are permanent staff and three are sessional workers. Your role is to support them well through regular supervision, practical leadership and day-to-day decision making, while ensuring our youth work continues to run smoothly.

This isn't simply a caretaker role. Although maintaining high-quality delivery is the priority, we're keen to hear from people who enjoy improving services and spotting opportunities to strengthen what already exists.

You'll oversee our full range of provision, including open access youth work, detached and outreach work, one-to-one mentoring and group programmes. You'll also play a lead role in safeguarding, work closely with local schools and partner organisations, contribute to organisational planning and occasionally deliver youth work sessions yourself.

We're open to applicants from a range of professional backgrounds. You don't necessarily need to have worked in a youth work organisation before, but you do need experience of managing people, working with young people facing disadvantage, and understanding the importance of relationship-based practice.

This role reports directly to the CEO and forms part of TRAIN's senior team.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• Salary: £36,640 FTE for employed staff, pro rata (or £180 per day for self-employed contractors)
• Fixed-term contract for an initial 3-4 months
• 20-30 hours per week (negotiable)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• 3% employer pension contribution
• Flexible working with some home working
• TOIL for additional evening and weekend work
• Professional development and training
• Employee Assistance Programme including mental health and wellbeing support
• Supportive, collaborative team with regular supervision and shared learning

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Line manage and support TRAIN's team of youth workers through supervision, performance management and professional development
• Oversee delivery of our youth work programme across Didcot and Wallingford
• Lead safeguarding across the organisation
• Deliver youth work sessions when required
• Build and maintain relationships with schools, voluntary organisations and statutory partners
• Recruit, induct and support volunteers
• Monitor outcomes and reporting
• Contribute to organisational strategy as part of the senior leadership team
• Support fundraising, communications and stakeholder engagement
• Ensure delivery complies with safeguarding, legal and organisational requirements

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for someone who can confidently lead people while keeping young people at the centre of every decision.

You'll bring:

• Experience managing or supervising staff and volunteers
• Experience working with young people, particularly those facing disadvantage or marginalisation
• Safeguarding knowledge and experience
• Strong organisational skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, young people and partner organisations
• Commitment to TRAIN's mission and values
• Eligibility for an Enhanced DBS check

A recognised youth work qualification, experience as a Designated Safeguarding Lead, first aid training and experience of health and safety management would all be advantageous, but aren't essential.

Because this is a temporary cover role, we'll prioritise candidates who can start during August or early September 2026.

WHY JOIN TRAIN?

We're a growing charity with an experienced and committed team. You'll inherit well-established programmes and skilled colleagues, while still having the opportunity to shape how we work during your time with us.

If you're looking for a role where you can quickly make a difference to both a team and the young people they support, we'd love to hear from you.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send us:

• Your CV
• A brief covering note (around 200-300 words) explaining your interest in the role and how your experience relates to the position.

Applications are being considered on a rolling basis, so we encourage early applications.

If you'd like an informal conversation before applying, please contact Ben Drabble, CEO (details in pack) 

TRAIN is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to references and an Enhanced DBS check.

Salary:£35,000 - £40,000 plus £3,954 London Weighting Allowance per annumContract: Permanent, full time
Location: Horseferry Road, London (hybrid working with a minimum of two days per week in the office)
Closing date: 21 July 2026
Interview dates: 30 & 31 July 2026

Are you an experienced marketer who can turn organisational priorities into compelling campaigns that engage, inspire and deliver measurable results?

We're looking for a Marketing Manager to join our Marketing and Communications team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the development and delivery of marketing campaigns that raise awareness of Blue Cross services and support public affairs objectives and wider organisational priorities

Working closely with colleagues across the charity and external agency partners, you'll create audience-focused marketing activity that increases awareness, engagement and support for Blue Cross, helping us reach more people and pets when they need us most.

More about the role

As Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for planning, delivering and evaluating integrated marketing campaigns across a range of channels. You'll work closely with Service and Public Affairs teams to understand objectives, identify target audiences and develop effective activity that delivers against agreed goals.

You will manage relationships and work with external agencies, oversee campaign development and delivery, monitor performance and use insight to continuously improve results. Working collaboratively across the Marketing and Communications team, you'll ensure campaigns are aligned to our brand, audience needs and organisational priorities.

This role is based at our Horseferry Road office in London with hybrid working arrangements in place.

What you will be doing

• Developing and delivering integrated paid marketing campaigns that support organisational objectives
• Working with internal stakeholders to understand priorities and translate them into effective marketing plans
• Work with media, creative and other external agencies
• Developing campaign briefs and overseeing the creation of marketing assets
• Identifying and engaging target audiences through effective channel planning
• Monitoring and optimising campaign performance to maximise impact and return on investment
• Evaluating campaign outcomes and sharing insights and recommendations
• Ensuring all activity aligns with Blue Cross brand guidelines
• Building strong relationships across the organisation and acting as a trusted marketing advisor
• Keeping up to date with marketing trends and best practice to improve campaign effectiveness

About you

You will be an experienced marketing professional with a strong track record of delivering successful multi-channel campaigns. You will be confident managing projects from concept to evaluation and comfortable working with a wide range of stakeholders and agency partners.

You'll be a strong communicator who can influence, collaborate and build relationships across different teams. Organised and adaptable, you'll be able to manage competing priorities while maintaining a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes.

You will bring creativity, commercial awareness and analytical thinking, using insight and data to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement.

Essential qualifications, skills, and experience

• Proven experience delivering multi-channel marketing campaigns, including digital and paid channels
• Experience developing and implementing marketing plans that achieve agreed objectives
• Experience working effectively with internal stakeholders and external agencies
• Strong understanding of brand management and brand consistency
• Ability to use campaign data and insight to evaluate performance and inform future activity
• Excellent project management and organisational skills
• Strong communication, influencing and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results to deadlines
• The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross values

Desirable qualifications, skills, and experience

• Professional marketing qualification (CIM or equivalent)
• Experience of audience segmentation and campaign optimisation
• Experience working within the charity or not-for-profit sector
• Experience supporting public affairs, campaigning or advocacy communications
• Experience managing marketing budgets
• Experience using marketing automation, CRM or audience insight tools

Selection process

Interviews will take place in person at our Horseferry Road office in London on 30 and 31 July 2026. The selection process will include competency-based interview questions and a presentation task. Further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates.

How to apply 

Please visit our website and submit your application through our careers site and answer the application questions, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria. 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications.

Blue Cross benefits

Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today.  

In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are.  

Our generous benefits package includes: 

• Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays)  
• Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support  
• Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family   
• Health cash plan  
• Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme  
• Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution   
• Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support.  
• Life assurance   
• 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance   
• Enhanced family friendly policies   
• Recognition scheme   
• Annual volunteer days  
• Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers 

To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.

Based at our Camberwell office with regular travel across London

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Are you passionate about helping children and young people overcome barriers to education? Do you have experience supporting young people affected by trauma, exploitation or exclusion to re-engage with learning and achieve positive outcomes?

If so, St Giles Trust is looking for an Education Liaison Specialist Caseworker to join our Violence, Exploitation and Safety Service (VESS), providing specialist education support to children and young people across London.

About St Giles Trust

An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.

About the service

The Violence, Exploitation and Safety Service (VESS) supports children and young people affected by, or at risk of, violence, exploitation and extra-familial harm.

Working alongside education providers, families, local authorities and safeguarding partners, the service helps children overcome barriers to education, improve safety and wellbeing, and access the support they need to achieve positive, sustainable futures.

About this key role

As an Education Liaison Specialist Caseworker, you will provide specialist education support to children and young people who are disengaged from learning or at risk of exclusion, many of whom have experienced trauma, exploitation or significant disadvantage.

You will manage a caseload of children and young people, delivering one-to-one interventions and group sessions within Pupil Referral Units (PRUs), Alternative Provision and community settings. Working collaboratively with families, schools and professionals, you will help children access safe, appropriate education pathways while ensuring their voice remains central to every stage of support.

You will also advocate for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping families navigate education systems and secure the support needed to improve attendance, engagement and long-term outcomes.

What we are looking for

• Experience supporting children and young people with complex needs, including those affected by trauma, violence, exploitation or disadvantage.
• Good understanding of SEND, school exclusion, attendance, reintegration and education transition processes.
• Experience working with children attending PRUs, Alternative Provision or specialist educational settings.
• Experience completing assessments, managing risk and developing outcome-focused support plans.
• Experience working collaboratively with schools, families, local authorities and multi-agency professionals.
• Knowledge of contextual safeguarding, extra-familial harm, exploitation and serious youth violence.
• Experience delivering engaging one-to-one interventions and groupwork with children and young people.
• Strong communication, advocacy, assessment and case management skills.
• Good written and IT skills, including maintaining accurate case records and reports.

An Enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barred List check, is required for this role.

In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, access to clinical supervision, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, season ticket loan and much more.

We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.

St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.

If you have any queries, or require further support, please contact us. 

Closing date: 9 am on 21 July 2026.