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This is an exciting time to join us on our mission as we implement our new international engagement strategy. As our International Engagement Officer you will elevate our influence on the global stage. This is a new and important role for our charity. You will work with our senior team to drive international engagement with policymakers, parliamentarians, international organisations, and strategic partners. Your work will help us to position babies – and the first 1001 days – at the heart of global policy agendas.

You will be responsible for engaging and coordinating the relationships between our senior team and leaders around the world. You will keep abreast of policy developments in our target international countries and facilitate our international advocacy efforts. With support and supervision from the Director of Research and Grants and our Chair of Trustees, you will support the development of partnerships that extend our reach and deepen our impact. Through this work you will help us to bring the voice of babies to partners around the world.

Are you looking for a role where you can shape and grow the work we do?

Then could you be UK100’s new Membership Projects Officer!

We are looking for a passionate and creative Membership Projects Officer to join our small but mighty team and support us with delivering the three streams of our membership programme: knowledge sharing, training and networking.

One day you may be helping to design our next online Countryside Climate Network meeting, or enhance our online knowledge sharing platform, whilst another you could be preparing for an in person event for local government politicians and officers delivered in partnership with one of our Business Supporter Network members or writing a newsletter. It’s a varied, exciting role, with plenty of opportunity for the right person to shape and grow in the role. 

If you have experience in event management and copy writing in the value-led sector, we want to hear from you!

What we offer

You will work flexibly from home most of the time, meeting your team twice a month at our office in London Waterloo. Benefits of working with us include being part of an amazing team of creative, dedicated and funny individuals, 25 days of annual leave per year + office closure between Christmas and New Year + an extra day off for your birthday + 2 extra days a year to travel sustainably to your holiday destination (Climate Perks). 

About us

UK100 is the only network of ambitious local authorities led by all political parties working together to tackle climate change. We help councils overcome challenges and turn innovation into solutions that work everywhere. We build the case for the powers needed to make change happen. From cities to villages, we help communities across the UK create thriving places powered by clean energy — with fresh air to breathe, warm homes to live in, and a healthy natural environment.

See full details in the attached job pack.

Job Title: Data & Administrative Officer

Location: The Gap Centre, 42 Stow Hill, Newport

Hours: 28 hours per week (Part-Time) Usual working pattern: Monday – Thursday, 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM (including a 30-minute unpaid break)

Salary: £18,345.60 per year - Actual (£12.60 per hour - Real Living Wage)

Contract Terms & Role Evolution: This role is initially offered on a one-year contract, with the intention of securing funding to establish a permanent position. As The Gap Wales continues to grow, the responsibilities of this role may evolve in response to organisational needs.

Reporting To: Report directly to the Operations Director, while working collaboratively with all staff and providing support across departments as needed.

Job Purpose:

The Data & Administrative Officer - with Reception & Support Services duties will be responsible for managing reception duties, administrative coordination, service-user data handling, and frontline support. This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of The Gap Wales and creating a welcoming environment for asylum seekers, refugees, and other service users.

Organisational Context:

The Gap Wales is committed to supporting asylum seekers and refugees in Newport, offering structured advocacy, integration programmes, and community-led initiatives. This role plays a vital part in ensuring that individuals accessing our services receive timely support and an efficient administrative process.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Reception & Frontline Support:

• Serve as the first point of contact, greeting visitors and handling enquiries in person, via phone, and email.
• Provide frontline support by triaging service-user needs and signposting them to relevant staff, services, or external agencies.
• Maintain a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, ensuring vulnerable individuals feel respected and valued.

Data Management & Analysis:

• Manage and update service-user records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GDPR.
• Assist with data collection and basic analysis to monitor service impact and inform reporting.
• Maintain confidential records and assist with documentation required for funding applications and grants.

Office Administration & Coordination:

• Oversee daily office operations, including scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and maintaining filing systems.
• Assist with event planning, volunteer coordination, and onboarding processes for new staff and volunteers.
• Support the preparation of reports, presentations, and outreach materials.

Basic Support Services & Resource Management:

• Provide administrative support to frontline services, including monitoring inventory and ensuring essential supplies are available.
• Maintain oversight of service-user needs and ensure appropriate guidance on available resources.
• Support fundraising activities and project documentation, ensuring transparency in organisational reporting.

Salary & Benefits:

• £18,345.60 per year (Actual), paid in line with the Real Living Wage.
• Annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays (Pro rata)
• Pension scheme: Contributions in line with organisational policy.
• Reasonable work-related expenses will be reimbursed in line with organisational policy.
• Opportunity to work in a meaningful, community-focused organisation making a tangible impact.

Training and Development:

· Successful candidates will benefit from robust training and mentoring programmes, ensuring continuous skill enhancement and professional growth. We invest in our team's development through regular workshops, courses, and hands-on mentoring, helping you stay at the forefront of your field. As the role evolves and funding is secured, there will be additional opportunities to expand your responsibilities and progress into a permanent, strategic position within our organisation.

General Responsibilities:

• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Uphold values of equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.
• Represent The Gap Wales professionally in interactions with service users, partners, and stakeholders.

Person Specification:

 

Essential:

Skills:

· Strong organisational and administrative abilities.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in a frontline support role.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic data management tools.

· Ability to manage sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism.

Experience:

· Candidates should be comfortable engaging in customer-facing interactions, managing reception duties, and providing proactive support in a busy environment.

· Background in office administration, including recordkeeping, scheduling, and coordination.

· Candidates need to be comfortable managing confidential information and adhering to GDPR guidelines.

Attributes:

· A proactive, detail-oriented approach to work.

· Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues.

· A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in a community-focused setting.

Desirable:

Skills:

· Multilingual abilities to assist in service-user communication.

· Experience with data handling, reporting, and impact assessment.

Experience:

· Familiarity with asylum and refugee support services.

· Background in fundraising or supporting grant applications.

Attributes:

· A strong understanding of the challenges faced by asylum seekers and refugees.

· Adaptability to evolving organisational needs and responsibilities.

Finance Manager

Location: Bradford, office based

Part-Time 37.5 hours per week

Closing Date: 20th July 2025

Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Are you a dynamic finance professional ready to make a meaningful impact? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your leadership and analytical skills can shine? If so, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

As our Finance Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the financial health and operational excellence of our organisation. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, you’ll lead a dedicated team, manage key financial operations, and drive continuous improvement across our finance functions.

This is more than just a numbers job, it’s an opportunity to influence strategy, support community-focused projects, and be a trusted partner to senior leaders and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee income, sales, and purchase ledger functions
• Manage credit control and ensure robust financial governance
• Support retail and community project strategies with financial insight
• Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with financial protocols
• Oversee Gift Aid schemes and taxation processes
• Deliver accurate, timely financial reporting and trend analysis
• Partner with managers to develop and evaluate new initiatives
• Mentor and develop finance team members

About You

You’re a confident, detail-oriented finance leader with a passion for accuracy and improvement. You bring a collaborative spirit, a sharp analytical mind, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Essential:

• 3+ years’ experience managing teams, ideally in Finance
• Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables)
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Proven ability to manage complex financial structures

Desirable:

• Degree level, AAT or equivalent qualification
• Working towards a CCAB qualification
• Experience in charity, voluntary, or retail sectors
• Familiarity with audit processes and stakeholder engagement

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven organisation making a real difference
• Work in a supportive, high-performance culture
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborate with passionate, purpose-led colleagues

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team committed to making a difference in communities across the UK. We offer flexible working, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to contribute to meaningful projects.

Key Dates & Additional Info

• Closing Date: Sunday, 20th July 2025
• Interviews:  Thursday 24th July 2025 or Friday 25th July 2025

About the SVP

The St Vincent de Paul Society (SVP) has been a beacon of hope since 1844, part of a vibrant international Christian movement working in 153 countries. We are dedicated to tackling poverty in all its forms by offering practical, person-to-person support to those in need. Our mission is rooted in dignity, compassion, and respect - serving anyone, regardless of faith, race, gender, or background.

Join us in making a real difference - your skills could help transform lives.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for St Vincent de Paul Society, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Whilst we ask that staff have sympathy with Christian values, we celebrate and value people of all faiths or none - diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are.

Please note: If you haven’t heard from us within four weeks of your application, unfortunately, you have not been successful on this occasion. We encourage early applications as we may close the listing early if we receive a high volume of interest.

About us

We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However, you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here. 

The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join our finance team at a time as we implement our new strategy over the next 5 years. Working closely with teams in the corporate service directorate, you’ll be responsible for the provision of financial analysis, support as well as preparing and processing the month end journals and completing balance sheet reconciliations.

About you

You’ll be a part-qualified accountant who is pro-active and able to communicate effectively with staff and managers from non-financial disciplines. You’ll also have the ability to discuss financial performance with budget holders, deliver improvements to financial reporting and works well within a team and independently.

Job description and benefits

Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.

Primary location of role and hybrid working

This role is primarily based in our London office. However, in line with our hybrid working practice, full-time staff members may choose to work up to three days per week from home.

When applying

We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.

Closing date: Thursday 10 July 2025 at 09:00am

We reserve the right to close this advert early and subject to volume of applications. If you’re interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Interview date: Week commencing Monday 21 July 2025

Head of Finance (Part-Time) Location: Bradford/Hybrid Part-Time 22.5 hours per week Closing Date: 20th July 2025 Salary: Up to £60,000 FTE Contract: Permanent Are you a qualified finance professional with a passion for purpose-driven work? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where your expertise can make a real difference? We’re looking for a Head of Finance (Part-Time) to join our team and help shape the financial future of our impactful organisation.  About the Role Reporting to the Director of Finance, you’ll play a pivotal role in managing financial operations across our retail, trading, and community support projects. You’ll lead on year-end accounts, ensure compliance with tax and VAT regulations, and act as a strategic business partner to key stakeholders. This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on financial analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement.  Key Responsibilities Partner with the Director of Retail, Trading, and Social Enterprise to support strategic development Lead the production of consolidated year-end accounts and liaise with external auditors Oversee Gift Aid and VAT compliance Ensure accurate financial records and timely reporting Provide insightful management accounts and trend analysis Support budget holders and project leads with financial planning Deputise for the Director of Finance when required  What We’re Looking For Essential: CCAB-recognised qualified accountant Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior finance role Strong experience in complex organisational structures Advanced Excel skills (e.g., SUMIFS, VLOOKUPS, Pivot Tables) Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Desirable: Experience in the charity, voluntary, or retail sectors Familiarity with liaising with auditors and board members  Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team committed to making a difference in communities across the UK. We offer flexible working, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to contribute to meaningful projects. Key Dates & Additional Info Closing Date: Sunday, 20th July 2025 Interviews:  Thursday 24th July 2025 or Friday 25th July 2025 About the SVP The St Vincent de Paul Society (SVP) has been a beacon of hope since 1844, part of a vibrant international Christian movement working in 153 countries. We are dedicated to tackling poverty in all its forms by offering practical, person-to-person support to those in need. Our mission is rooted in dignity, compassion, and respect - serving anyone, regardless of faith, race, gender, or background. Join us in making a real difference - your skills could help transform lives. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for St Vincent de Paul Society, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Whilst we ask that staff have sympathy with Christian values, we celebrate and value people of all faiths or none - diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. Please note: If you haven’t heard from us within four weeks of your application, unfortunately, you have not been successful on this occasion. We encourage early applications as we may close the listing early if we receive a high volume of interest.

Salary/Stipend: £33,971 - £40,566 per annum 
Working Hours: Full Time
Location: Bury
 
Our client has an inspiring vision for 2030, with a strong focus on developing missional leaders who can inspire and equip the Church for the future. They are now seeking a Lay Ministry Officer who will support the continued flourishing of lay ministry, ensuring that lay people are equipped to live out their calling and use their gifts.
 
The Lay Ministry Officer plays a key role in the Mission and Ministry Team. Working collaboratively with colleagues they will contribute to a culture where the vocation of all God’s people is celebrated, and lay people in particular are equipped to live out their calling and use their gifts in the church and in the world. The post-holder will lead, oversee and develop their well-established Foundations for Ministry course, an annual programme helping anyone active in church life who feels some sense of vocation or calling to unpack what following Jesus might look like. They will expand their programme of lay training conferences and similar training days, offering leadership development, missional creativity and spiritual depth at deanery and more local levels.
 
They are seeking an enthusiastic, empowering individual who will be a resource to leaders, parishes and wider networks in discipleship resources, championing a culture of whole-life and life-long discipleship which lies at the core of their shared call to follow Jesus.
 
Candidates should be committed to mission and collaborative ministry and confident in their own Christian faith.
 
It is important to them that the new Lay Ministry Officer is committed to diversity, inclusion and racial justice. They are also looking for someone who is generous in working with a breadth of traditions and spirituality in the Church of England. In particular, they welcome female candidates and candidates of global majority heritage to help ensure the diversity of their team. 
 
There is an occupational requirement for the post holder to be a practising Christian and member of the Anglican Church, in accordance with Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010
 
The package includes 22 days annual leave per year, rising to 25 days after 12 months’ service, in addition to Bank Holidays and three church days.
 
An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate.
 
Closing date: Monday, 7 July 2025 at 5:00pm
 
Interview date for Lay Ministry Officer: Tuesday, 29 July 2025 at Bury
 
You may have experience in the following roles: Ministry Development Officer, Lay Training Coordinator, Discipleship Programme Manager, Christian Education Officer, Mission and Outreach Coordinator, Church Development Officer, Lay Ministry Coordinator, Faith Formation Officer, etc.
 
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PEOPLE PARTNER

Closing date:  11 July 2025

Interview date:  24 July 2025

Location: Hybrid working with multi-site working
across both sites, Selly Park and Erdington

Hours: 15 hours per week

Salary: Corporate Band D - £15,050 (£37,627 FTE)

DBS: Basic

Are you passionate about providing expert knowledge, developing people focussed solutions and working collaboratively to drive forward people strategies?

 

At Birmingham Hospice our teams are committed to improving the quality of life for people living with life-limiting conditions, as well as supporting their families and loved ones during one of the most challenging periods they will ever face.

We are looking for a talented HR professional to join our busy and enthusiastic team. This is a role for with a Learning & Development focus. We are looking for someone to design and deliver our leadership and management development, including management of the apprenticeship levy, our work experience programme and working with our managers on succession planning.

You will primarily support all areas of the Hospice. You will be able to quickly establish credibility and positive relationships with people and enjoy working in a highly collaboratively way. You will be a confident and credible communicator, able to influence and act as a trusted advisor.

What We’re Looking For:

· Educated to CIPD Level 5 or equivalent, or specialist underpinning theoretical knowledge
supported by considerable relevant practical experience and evidence of continuous
professional development

· Considerable experience of delivering a high-quality People customer service within a
complex and diverse organisation

· Up to date knowledge of employment legislation, case law, HR best practice and it’s
practical application, including learning and development

What we offer in return:

 

· The opportunity to be part of an amazing growing charity

· Competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, wellbeing programmes, Reward Gateway retail discounts & financial tools, access to car fleet/cycle to work scheme, discounted events tickets

· The opportunity to develop your HR career within the Charity sector

                                       �� Together, we can make every moment count. ��

To view the full job description for this role and to apply for this vacancy please visit our applicant portal on our website.

The hospice is committed to developing a dynamic and diverse team, representative of the communities it serves. We ask you, therefore, to complete the Equal Opportunities monitoring form to help us in this aim.

We value each person as an individual – whether they are colleagues, patients, family members, carers or supporters, every person matters. We embrace diversity of culture, background and environment knowing it enriches our workplace and our relationships with our local communities. We are committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. We would love to hear from you, about what makes you uniquely you and how this opportunity will support you to succeed.

HR Assistant Location: Birmingham Salary: £28,163 - £29,572 per annum The Role Are you passionate about supporting people and playing a key role in nurturing a positive workplace culture? They’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented HR Assistant to join their central team at the Multi Academy Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to support and develop your HR career in a values-driven organisation committed to delivering excellence in education, working closely with schools, leaders, and support staff. As an HR Assistant, you will: Provide a competent and consistent HR service across the Trust, supporting daily operations and contributing to the overall success of the HR function. Deliver a confidential and responsive HR administration service, including support with recruitment, onboarding, contract processing, and employee records. Act as the first point of contact for HR-related queries, offering accurate and timely advice to staff, leaders, and external stakeholders. Provide regular on-site support across Academies and the Central Team, helping ensure HR presence and consistency at a local level. Work closely with the HR Business Partner and wider HR team on project work, policy updates, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and wants to make a positive impact across multiple schools. Skills and Qualifications Commitment to Trust aim and values Committed to Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Promotes a culture of Safeguarding Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills Are highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities Demonstrate discretion and a strong sense of confidentiality Have experience in HR or administration (school or education sector experience is a plus) Are IT literate with experience using HR systems (or a willingness to learn) Are flexible, enthusiastic, and committed to supporting staff and students alike A CIPD qualification or working towards one is desirable but not essential. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Fairfax Multi Academy Trust, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

The Orchestra Unwrapped Coordinator will play a crucial role in the Learning & Engagement Department, managing our flagship education work that supports our commitment to building a pipeline of exceptional and confident musicians. This role will involve on-site project delivery, representing the Orchestra with external partners and project participants, and facilitating our engagement with schools in London and across the Orchestra’s UK residencies of Bedford, Leicester, Canterbury, Basingstoke.

Key Responsibilities

Planning:

• Programming and delivering our schools’ concerts, including our flagship Orchestra Unwrapped series

• Preparing and scheduling all materials, workshops, CPD/INSET, and resources for Orchestra Unwrapped

• Planning schedules, budgets, and programmes for projects commissioned by music hubs and schools

Execution:

• The delivery, monitoring, and reporting of Orchestra Unwrapped

• Being the first point of contact for school partners, presenters, conductors, and general queries

• Designing and allocating seating plans, ticketing, and coordinating school-based contributions to Orchestra Unwrapped (artwork, sit in sessions, etc)

• The delivery, monitoring, and reporting of commissioned education projects

• Managing project budgets as above

• Responsibility for commissioning participation pieces and bespoke pieces for concerts

• Deliver workshops and CPD for teachers, monitoring and reporting on quality and feedback

Collaboration:

• Fixing and supporting the players, facilitators, and presenters within the projects, and planning any resources or briefings they need.

• Supporting relationships with education organisations to support all our education related work, as appropriate

• Creating management schedules for all staff involved in the concerts

Orchestra-Wide Responsibilities:

• Undertake other such duties as may reasonably be required by the line manager.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential:

• Experience of supporting the delivery of arts, music, or education projects and programmes

• Experience of supporting the delivery of concerts

• Excellent administrative skills

• Excellent verbal and written skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Experience of working and communicating with a range of stakeholders, including musicians, partner organisations, animateurs, and participants

• Ability to read music and understand orchestral scores

• Proficiency with standard office software and computer systems

• A flexible approach, and willingness to work unsocial hours (evenings and weekends) when required.

Desirable:

• Ability to create reports and evaluations

• Experience managing and reporting on budgets

• Understanding and experience of the English school system

The role is subject to a full DBS check.

Initial Priority Areas of Focus

• The set up and launch of our Schools Concert Programme ‘Orchestra Unwrapped’

The post-holder will be responsible for providing support and advocacy to LGBTQ+ refugees and people seeking asylum, ensuring they have access to essential services, resources, and community networks to enhance their wellbeing and integration.

This post is proudly funded by The National Lottery Community Fund.

We seek someone with experience working with diverse communities. Knowledge/understanding of some of the common experiences and needs of LGBTQ+ people, and people living with HIV.

The ideal candidate will possess a relevant qualification (such as an NVQ Level 3 or above in social work, health, education) or equivalent experience, and demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

We are looking for someone with strong interpersonal skills (working with staff, volunteers, and service users), excellent organisational skills, and enthusiasm.

Property Team Administrator

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Property Team Administrator to join a dedicated team making a real difference in women’s lives across London.

Position: Property Team Administrator
Location: Hammersmith, London / Hybrid
Hours: 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £28,357 per annum

Closing date: Sunday 13th July 2025
Interviews/assessments: Week commencing 28th July 2025

About the Role:

This is an exciting time to join the charity as they expand their services and deliver over 160 new high-quality homes for single women. As Property Team Administrator, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the delivery of safe and well-maintained homes for residents.

You’ll work closely with the Director of Property Services and the wider team, managing property data and compliance records, supporting contractor performance monitoring, and helping ensure landlord safety and quality standards are met.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating and compiling reports on repairs, maintenance and improvements performance.
• Responding to tenant and contractor queries professionally and in line with procedures.
• Supporting contractor performance management, including organising appraisal meetings and documenting outcomes.
• Preparing compliance information packs for gas, electrical and water safety.
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and ensuring timely payments.
• Assisting with Health & Safety and compliance records using CRM systems.
• Providing general administrative and facilities support, including meeting coordination and minute-taking.

About You:

You’ll be organised, tech-savvy, and confident handling property data with accuracy and care. You’ll be someone who thrives in a collaborative, values-driven environment and has a passion for helping others succeed.

Essential skills and experience include:

• Strong administrative experience with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and databases.
• Ability to manage workloads and coordinate activities to deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A commitment to high standards and customer service.
• Experience in a not-for-profit or values-led organisation.

Desirable:

• Some knowledge of property repairs, maintenance or building construction.

About the Organisation:

The organisation was founded in 1920 by women and men who understood the challenges faced by women trying to secure affordable, safe, and independent housing at the time. The need for safe, secure, affordable housing for single women is as great as ever. They remain committed to making a positive difference to women’s lives by providing high quality homes and services.

Their vision is to make a positive difference to women’s lives. Their mission is to provide homes and services which offer a springboard to independent women to achieve their potential and influence others to do the same. Their values, co-created with their staff and residents, reflect both their history and their future: Positivity, Integrity, One team, Never forgetting the customer, Equality, Empowerment and Responsibility.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Property Services Administrator, Compliance Administrator, Housing Services Administrator, Repairs and Maintenance Assistant, Asset Management Assistant, Property Coordinator, Maintenance Support Officer, Housing Administrator. #INDNFP

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

The post-holder will be responsible for deliver a range of support interventions for people newly diagnosed with HIV, and those re-engaging in their HIV care, who may be identified via Emergency Department Opt-Out testing in Liverpool.

Collaboratively work with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (LUFHT) to ensure people living with HIV receive practical, social and emotional support. The delivery of peer support in a clinic setting and, in the community, and onward referrals to relevant services.

Ensure that people living with HIV in vulnerable circumstances are supported to minimise the risk of them returning to ‘need to find’ status and remain engaged in services.

We seek someone with experience working with diverse communities. Knowledge and understanding of the common experiences and need of people living with HIV is essential.

The ideal candidate will possess a relevant qualification (such as an NVQ Level 3 or above in social work, health, education) or equivalent experience, and demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

We are looking for someone with strong interpersonal skills (working with staff, volunteers, and service users), excellent organisational skills, and enthusiasm.

Lead Paractioner Role

Are you passionate about working with men and women involved in the Criminal Justice System?  Do you want to work in a residential setting that provides an opportunity to really get to know and make a difference to those released from prison and subject to supervision in the community

Progress to Change is a Leeds-based charity that operates two Independent Approved Premises (IAPs): Ripon House, a 22-bed facility for women, and Cardigan House, a 26-bed facility for men. These facilities serve individuals released from prison on licence, primarily those assessed as high risk, under the supervision of probation practitioners. The charity's mission is to assist and rehabilitate some of the most vulnerable members of society focusing on providing structured support and purposeful activities aimed at resettlement within the community. Progress to Change operates in close partnership with the Ministry of Justice and the Probation Service, and is a member of the National Approved Premises Association (NAPA).

The Lead Practitioner will play a key role in supporting the Approved Premises (AP) Managers in the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring high standards of care, safety, and rehabilitation opportunities for residents. This includes overseeing staff support, organising shift coverage, coordinating training, and maintaining strong relationships with external partners. The role requires a proactive approach to resident engagement, activity planning, and staff development while working a variety of shifts, including weekends and late shifts.

The candidate will be required to work across two sites in Leeds.

Key Responsibilities

Staff Support & Rota Management

• Assist the AP Manager in organising and ensuring appropriate rota coverage, including managing last-minute changes.
• Provide day-to-day support to support staff, ensuring clear communication and guidance.
• Disseminate relevant information to staff to ensure smooth service operation.
• Support AP manager to develop good practice across the teams.

Training & Development

• Ensure new team members receive appropriate induction and training.
• Deliver training sessions, including First Aid and other relevant development opportunities.
• Support continuous professional development for staff, ensuring a skilled and competent workforce.
• Co-ordinate the submission of Enabling Environments on-going award process.
• Support the AP manager in preparing for HMIP Inspections.

Meetings & Partnership Working

• Attend and contribute to Equality, Inclusion, and Diversity (EID) meetings and other relevant meetings as required by the AP Manager, within the MOJ
• Liaise with partner organisations, building and maintaining strong links with the local community to enhance support services.

Resident Engagement & Activities

• Liaise with the AP Manager and Activities co-ordinators to ensure a full calendar of activities is available for residents, promoting engagement and rehabilitation.
• Manage the activity calendar, coordinating and overseeing planned events and programmes.

Shift & Working Hours

• Work a variety of shifts to support service needs, including two weekend days per month and four late shifts per month.
• Provide hands-on support within the AP, ensuring a visible leadership presence.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria:

• Experience working within a criminal justice, supported housing or rehabilitation setting.
• Previous experience in a leadership or senior role within a similar setting.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to build effective partnerships with external organisations and community groups.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage staff and residents effectively.
• A flexible and adaptable approach to shift work, including weekends and late shifts.

Desirable Criteria:

• Relevant qualifications in criminal justice or social care or a related field.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Experience delivering training.
• Understanding of Equality, Inclusion, and Diversity (EID) in the workplace.
• Relevant qualifications in social care, criminal justice, or a related field.

Closing Date: 18th July 2025