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Job Title: Concierge

Location: Based in Croydon. Step free access is available at this service.

Salary: £28,000

Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday on a night rota between 20:00 - 08:30. You may be required to work outside these hours including day shifts, and bank holidays as per service and resident requirements

About the Role

An internal opportunity for a Night Concierge to join our team based in Croydon. In this role, you will provide concierge services within our service which provides 24/7 support to residents with forensic mental health needs. 

As a Concierge, you will help create a safe, welcoming and well run environment, offering reassurance and practical support to residents when they need it the most. This role is key to keeping our building, residents, and service secure and responsive. You will conduct regular safety checks, monitor access, respond to emergencies, support residents with queries, and keeping records. You will be key to creating and maintaining a clean and safe environment. 

You will be expected to remain awake, alert, accessible, and actively engaged throughout the shift. There is a focus on welfare checks, providing resident support, and completing administration tasks, ensuring clear handovers are prepared for the day staff and managers. 

Some Key Responsibilities Include:

• Ensuring our buildings are safe by monitoring, completing welfare checks and responding affectively and appropriately to emergencies
• Maintaining professionalism and kindness with residents and visitors, attending to calls, managing deliveries and ensuring great communication with the team in line with policies and procedures
• Provide a daily report on resident activity, AINMs, safeguarding and concerns for handovers.
• Working with the wider team to make sure any urgent issues are picked up and followed through
• Remain alert and monitor CCTV throughout the shift
• Adapting to service needs to support risk assessments, safeguarding checks, and service standards
• Supporting residents to build confidence and independence, contributing to a psychologically informed space where everyone is treated with respect and dignity
• Noticing when someone might be struggling with their physical or mental health, and taking prompt action to prevent escalation
• Helping to keep the environment clean and welcoming from tidying communal spaces to reporting repairs and completing admin tasks accurately and sensitively
• Be a valued and reliable member of the team, completing handovers for colleagues for a seamless service
• Other duties include maintaining cleanliness, removing rubbish, reporting repairs, ordering supplies, and general tasks

About You

We’re looking for someone who understands the importance of compassion, routine and safety who’s ready to make a difference in a calm, consistent way. Whether you’ve worked in supported housing before or bring transferable skills from another role, what matters most is if you’re dependable, care about people, and want to make a difference during quieter hours. Furthermore we look for:

• Experience in providing high quality customer service
• Ability to work independently and taking responsibility for the service
• You will require excellent communication skills with residents, colleagues and external partners to build positive and respectful relationships
• Understanding the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in everything you do
• You have the ability to stay calm and supportive in a fast paced and constantly changing environment
• Ability to take a compassionate, non judgmental approach when helping others
• You share our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency in your everyday work

Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.

What we Offer

• 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
• Employer Pension Contribution
• Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
• Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more
• Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work
• Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
• Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Annual Staff Awards
• EDI Ambassador programme

About Social Interest Group (SIG)

SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. 

We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. 

Additional Information

Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.

Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. 

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. 

The Archbishop of York's office is based at Bishopthorpe Palace on the outskirts of York, offering a unique and pleasant working environment. Staff at Bishopthorpe Palace form a close-knit and collaborative team, supporting the Archbishop's ministry across the Province of York, nationally, and internationally.

The role of the Head of the Private Office of the Archbishop of York is to provide strategic oversight and operational leadership for the Archbishop's Private Office, ensuring the highest standards of organisation, communication and administrative support.

The postholder serves as a trusted adviser and principal point of coordination, providing exceptional executive support while exercising sound judgement, discretion and emotional intelligence in a complex and fast-paced environment. Responsible for the smooth and effective operation of the Private Office, the role manages highly sensitive matters with integrity and professionalism, maintains strict confidentiality, and supports the wider mission and ministry of the Archbishop through effective planning, stakeholder engagement and leadership.

Responsibilities

Strategic Diary and Programme Management

• Be responsible for the strategic planning and management of the Archbishop's diary, ensuring alignment with agreed priorities and objectives.
• Be responsible for the day to day management of the Archbishop's diary.
• Assess requests, invitations and opportunities, making recommendations on the effective use of the Archbishop's time.
• Balance strategic priorities with pastoral, diocesan, national, ecumenical, civic, public and international commitments.
• Identify risks, conflicts and emerging opportunities, adapting plans as required.
• Ensure timely and appropriate responses to requests and correspondence relating to the Archbishop's programme.

Engagement Planning and Delivery

• Coordinate the planning and delivery of meetings, visits, events and speaking engagements, ensuring they are well organised and achieve agreed outcomes.
• Monitor briefing deadlines.
• Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective delivery and communication.
• Ensure all logistical, administrative and safeguarding requirements are met.

Partnership with the Chief of Staff and Senior Leadership Team

• Work closely with the Chief of Staff, who is ultimately responsible for the Archbishop's schedule, and Senior Leadership Team to align the Archbishop's programme with the Archbishop's strategic objectives.
• Support the implementation of decisions and ensure effective coordination across the Archbishop's Office, with Lambeth Palace, with the Diocese of York and, in particular, the Bishop of Selby's Office.

Briefing and Correspondence

• Commission, coordinate and quality-assure briefings for meetings, visits and engagements.
• Draft and review correspondence, briefing notes and other materials as required.
• Ensure the Archbishop receives accurate, timely and concise information to support decision-making and engagement preparation.

Private Office Leadership

• Lead and continuously develop the operation of the Private Office, ensuring it delivers a professional, responsive and high-quality service.
• Line-manage the Correspondence & Private Office Assistant (1 post).
• Develop and maintain effective systems, processes and workflows to support diary management, correspondence and engagement planning.
• Be the budget holder for the Private Office and associated Archbishop's costs and participate in the annual budget setting process.
• Monitor actions and commitments, ensuring high standards of service, professionalism and continuous improvement.
• Build strong working relationships with the Lambeth Private Office to ensure effective coordination and alignment.
• Build a strong working relationships with the Bishop of Selby's office, together with the offices of the Bishops of Hull and Whitby and the York Diocesan Office to ensure effective coordination and alignment.
• Build strong working relationships with the Bishop to the Archbishops, and their office, together with other NCI leadership teams and departments.

Stakeholder and Relationship Management

• Build and maintain effective relationships with senior church leaders, diocesan colleagues, civic leaders, ecumenical partners and other key stakeholders.
• Act as a trusted point of contact, exercising sound judgement when handling sensitive matters and enquiries.
• Support the Archbishop in maintaining productive relationships across a broad range of networks, including the Bishopthorpe Charitable Partners Trust.

Support, Travel and Hospitality

• Coordinate the involvement of the Archbishop's spouse in engagements and events where appropriate.
• Oversee domestic and international travel, visits, hospitality and related logistics.
• Ensure visitors, guests and stakeholders are welcomed warmly and professionally.

This role profile outlines the principal responsibilities but is not exhaustive. The postholder may be asked to undertake other duties in line with the general nature and level of the role and occasional out-of-hours or weekend working might be necessary. Any reasonable adjustments or changes will be discussed in advance. A basic DBS check is required.

Person Specification

Essential

Experience

• Experience supporting a senior leader, public office-holder or equivalent figure in a complex and high-profile environment or comparable environment.
• Experience managing complex priorities, portfolios of activity and stakeholder relationships on behalf of a senior leader.
• Experience leading an executive support, Private Office or equivalent function, including responsibility for people, systems and service standards.
• Experience coordinating high-profile engagements, visits and events involving multiple internal and external stakeholders.

Leadership and Professional Capability

• Excellent judgement and the ability to balance competing priorities, assess opportunities and make well-founded recommendations.
• Ability to anticipate issues, identify risks and ensure the effective coordination of complex activity.
• Ability to operate effectively in situations of ambiguity, adapting plans and priorities in response to changing circumstances.
• Outstanding organisational and planning skills, with the ability to translate strategic priorities into coherent and deliverable programmes of activity.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with senior leaders and partners.
• Ability to budget and hold expenditure to agreed budget frameworks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare concise briefings and communicate with clarity and diplomacy.
• Strong leadership and people management capability, fostering a professional, collaborative and high-performing culture.

Personal Attributes

• Highly trustworthy, discreet and diplomatic.
• Emotionally intelligent and politically aware.
• Calm, adaptable, resilient and effective under pressure.
• Clear proactive communicator.
• Collaborative and highly organised, with a strong commitment to supporting others' success.
• Committed to excellence, continuous improvement and the effective stewardship of the Archbishop's time and priorities.

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of the demands of supporting a senior leader in a complex and fast-moving environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and digital collaboration tools.
• Ability to work effectively within the mission, values and public ministry of the Church of England.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the Church of England, its governance structures and wider ecclesiastical context.
• Experience supporting a faith leader, senior public figure, elected office-holder or equivalent.

Applications close on 20 September at 23:55.

The interview will be held in person on 29 September 2026

The Corporate Partnerships Manager will play a pivotal role in developing and growing strategic partnerships that generate sustainable income and raise the profile of LOROS within the local business community.

Working closely with colleagues across Fundraising, Marketing & Communications, Supporter Engagement, Events, and Philanthropy, the postholder will identify and maximise opportunities for cross-team collaboration, deliver exceptional supporter stewardship, and embed a partnership-led approach across the organisation.

The role is responsible for developing a strong pipeline of prospective corporate supporters, creating compelling partnership propositions, securing new business opportunities, and managing a portfolio of key corporate relationships. Through effective relationship management and strategic account development, the postholder will inspire organisations to support LOROS' mission and help ensure that more people receive high-quality hospice care and support when they need it most.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in corporate fundraising, business development, or partnership management, with a proven track record of securing and growing high-value relationships. They will be an excellent communicator and relationship builder, able to engage a wide range of stakeholders and influence across multiple teams. Above all, they will be passionate about connecting businesses with meaningful opportunities to make a lasting difference to patients, families, and carers supported by LOROS.

Energy Adviser

Location: Doncaster (Office based)
Salary: £27,000 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week worked over 4 days (08:00-18:00)
Contract: Fixed Term until 31 October 2028 (2 years)
Closing Date: 18/09/26

Help people tackle fuel poverty and improve financial resilience

This role will deliver specialist energy advice and casework to residents experiencing fuel poverty, energy debt and complex energy-related problems. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will support some of Doncaster's most vulnerable households and help them achieve sustainable outcomes.

About the role

You'll provide in-depth energy advice and casework to clients whose circumstances require investigation, advocacy, negotiation and ongoing support.

You will work directly with energy suppliers, represent clients where appropriate and help resolve complex issues including billing disputes, affordability concerns and energy debt.

The role will include telephone appointments, video appointments, face-to-face appointments and occasional outreach/home visit activity.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver specialist energy advice and in-depth casework.

• Conduct full assessments of client circumstances and energy needs.

• Investigate complex billing issues and supplier disputes.

• Support clients experiencing energy debt or self-disconnection risks.

• Negotiate with suppliers and other agencies on behalf of clients.

• Develop practical solutions to improve affordability and energy resilience.

• Maintain accurate client records and outcome reporting.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and partner organisations.

• Contribute to achieving project targets and outcomes.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience delivering advice, casework or advocacy services.

• Can manage complex cases and competing priorities.

• Has excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Is able to work independently and take ownership of client outcomes.

• Has strong organisational and record-keeping skills.

• Is committed to empowering people and tackling inequality.

• Shares the values and principles of Citizens Advice.

Desirable

• Experience of energy advice, debt advice, welfare benefits or housing advice.

• Understanding of fuel poverty and vulnerability within energy markets.

• Experience negotiating with utility providers or creditors.

• City & Guilds Level 3 Energy Awareness qualification, or willingness to achieve this during induction.

What we offer

• Comprehensive training and supervision.

• Opportunity to develop specialist energy advice skills.

• Access to nationally recognised qualifications.

• Supportive team environment.

• The opportunity to make a lasting difference to vulnerable households across Doncaster.

About Citizens Advice Doncaster Borough

Citizens Advice Doncaster Borough provides free, confidential, impartial and independent advice to help people overcome the problems they face. Through the Energy Advice Anytime project, we are expanding access to energy advice through innovative and flexible delivery models to reach more residents, reduce fuel poverty and improve financial resilience across our communities. 

Citizens Advice Doncaster Borough values diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Change Mental Health is looking for a Senior Practitioner to join our team in Invergordon, supporting people through both our community Hub and Outreach services.

You’ll combine direct mental health support with day-to-day guidance and supervision for Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioners. You won’t hold overall management responsibility for the service, but you’ll be an experienced point of contact for colleagues and help maintain consistently high-quality, person-centred practice. 

About the role

You’ll work directly with people experiencing mental illness, helping them build confidence, resilience and greater independence.

The role includes structured 1:1 support, group activities, personal and outcome-focused planning, community engagement and outreach support. You’ll also provide guidance and supervision to colleagues, support reflective practice and contribute to the continued development of our services. 

Essential

•  Experience providing community-based, recovery-focused or non-clinical mental health support. 
•  Experience delivering structured 1:1 support and developing or reviewing personal plans. 
•  Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive professional relationships. 
•  Understanding of risk assessment and safe decision-making. 
• SVQ Level 3 Social Services and Healthcare (Adults) or willingness to work towards this if required. 
• SSSC registration, or willingness to register within the required timescale. 

Desirable

•  Experience providing guidance, support or supervision to staff. 
•  Experience working within a registered service and meeting SSSC requirements. 
•  Experience facilitating groups or community-based mental health activities. 
•  Knowledge of local services, referral pathways and community supports.

The post is typically worked Tuesday to Thursday, 9am–5pm, with some flexibility occasionally required to meet service needs.

What we offer

• 37 days’ annual leave (pro rata) 
• Two paid Mental Wellbeing Days
• Enhanced sick pay and leave entitlements
• Professional development, including funded opportunities 
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, including legal, financial and medical support 
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Blue Light Card eligibility
•  A supportive approach to flexible working and work-life balance

If you’re an experienced practitioner who enjoys supporting both people accessing services and the colleagues around you, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re an award-winning charity running local learning centres in the heart of the communities where the young people we support live. Our centres provide a high-impact education programme which includes practical learning support, pastoral care, and motivational and confidence-building activities for young people aged 7-18. Our aim is to enable students from the least advantaged neighbourhoods to realise their ambitions and achieve their wonderful potential.

As the UK’s leading university access organisation, our staff team is helping over 60,000 young people each year at its 46 learning centres and extension projects across England and Scotland, and we plan to scale-up our provision to 50 centres over the coming years.

We are looking for a high-calibre candidate who will enjoy working each day with young people and who will thrive in a frontline, community-based, fast-paced and rewarding role. You will be taking up a fixed-term role as Centre Leader at our IntoUniversity centre in Salford . You will have responsibility for running your IntoUniversity centre, including managing your team, planning and delivering the programme, liaising with external stakeholders and meeting  IntoUniversity’s targets for delivery.

A substantial element of this role is delivering our education programme to children and young people aged 7-18, so you will need to have a genuine passion and enthusiasm for working with young people, including leading a class of 30 from the front, working with small teams of children and providing one-to-one support.

The role at a glance

Contract: Full-time, fixed-term until October 2027

Start date: November 2026

Application deadline - 9am Monday 21st September 2026

Interview day (in-person) - Friday 25th September 2026

Please ensure that you are available on these dates

Working hours
Mon and Thurs: 09:30-18:00
Tues, Weds, Fri: 09:00-17:30

(Some additional weekend & unsocial hours will be required)

Centre Leaders are based at one of our IntoUniversity learning centres and work directly with young people, schools and families on a daily basis. It is therefore not a hybrid role and is based full-time in our centres

Location

IntoUniversity Salford Central
The Beacon Centre
8a London St
Salford
M6 6QT

The role requires intermittent travel in your region (usually within the day). Periodic travel out of the area is also required e.g. to London, this may include occasional overnight stays. 

Salary

£37,300 per annum

Annual leave
33 days (inc bank & public holidays) (pro rata for part-time staff) + 3 closure days (two in December and one in July) + additional length of service entitlement (one day per year of service, up to 5 days)

Staff benefits

• Employer pension contributions of 6% (and up to 8% after two years)

• Year round ‘early finish’ Fridays at 4.30pm

• Summer working hours (finish at 1pm on Fridays for six weeks in the summer), pro-rated for staff joining after January in the same year 

• Employee Assistance Programme including access to wellbeing and legal support 

• Life Assurance scheme with Aviva including SmartHealth service with access to 24/7 online GP appointments

• Interest-free new starter loans of up to £1,000

• Cycle to Work Scheme and Travelcard Loan Scheme

• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption pay and sick pay allowances

• Staff in FOCUS – rewards, competitions and prizes across the year

We’re an award-winning charity running local learning centres in the heart of the communities where the young people we support live. Our centres provide a high-impact education programme which includes practical learning support, pastoral care, and motivational and confidence-building activities for young people aged 7-18. Our aim is to enable students from the least advantaged neighbourhoods to realise their ambitions and achieve their wonderful potential.

As the UK’s leading university access organisation, our staff team is helping over 60,000 young people each year at its 46 learning centres and extension projects across England and Scotland, and we plan to scale-up our provision to 50 centres over the coming years.

We are looking for a high-calibre candidate who will enjoy working each day with young people and who will thrive in a frontline, community-based, fast-paced and rewarding role. You will be taking up a permanent role as Centre Leader at our IntoUniversity centre in Hull. You will have responsibility for running your IntoUniversity centre, including managing your team, planning and delivering the programme, liaising with external stakeholders and meeting  IntoUniversity’s targets for delivery.

A substantial element of this role is delivering our education programme to children and young people aged 7-18, so you will need to have a genuine passion and enthusiasm for working with young people, including leading a class of 30 from the front, working with small teams of children and providing one-to-one support.

The role at a glance

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Start date: As soon as possible

Application deadline - 9am Monday 21st September 2026

Interview day (in-person) - Friday 25th September 2026

Please ensure that you are available on these dates

Working hours
Mon and Thurs: 09:30-18:00
Tues, Weds, Fri: 09:00-17:30

(Some additional weekend & unsocial hours will be required)

Centre Leaders are based at one of our IntoUniversity learning centres and work directly with young people, schools and families on a daily basis. It is therefore not a hybrid role and is based full-time in our centres

Location

IntoUniversity Hull East
The Freedom Centre
97 Preston Road
Hull
HU9 3QB

The role requires intermittent travel in your region (usually within the day). Periodic travel out of the area is also required e.g. to London, this may include occasional overnight stays. 

Salary

£37,300 per annum

Annual leave
33 days (inc bank & public holidays) (pro rata for part-time staff) + 3 closure days (two in December and one in July) + additional length of service entitlement (one day per year of service, up to 5 days)

Staff benefits

• Employer pension contributions of 6% (and up to 8% after two years)

• Year round ‘early finish’ Fridays at 4.30pm

• Summer working hours (finish at 1pm on Fridays for six weeks in the summer), pro-rated for staff joining after January in the same year 

• Employee Assistance Programme including access to wellbeing and legal support 

• Life Assurance scheme with Aviva including SmartHealth service with access to 24/7 online GP appointments

• Interest-free new starter loans of up to £1,000

• Cycle to Work Scheme and Travelcard Loan Scheme

• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption pay and sick pay allowances

• Staff in FOCUS – rewards, competitions and prizes across the year

Information and Advice Manager 36.25 hours per week Ref IAM726

Hours to be worked flexibly Monday to Friday between 8am and 6pm

Ref: £30-33K per annum, plus pension and 30 days annual leave plus public holidays  

An exciting opportunity for an experienced or aspiring manager to lead our Information, Advice and Welfare Benefits Service, supporting people aged 50 and over to live the life they choose and to obtain the benefits and services to which they are entitled.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Information and Advice Service Manager to lead our highly regarded service and support the continued development of our advice offer. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a skilled team, maintain high-quality standards, and help shape services that make a real difference to older people in Sheffield

You will have the ability to lead and develop a specialist team of advisors, have excellent time management and IT skills, be comfortable managing a case load of customers and organising our response to high levels of demand for our services. You will be a people person, highly organised and skilled at practical problem-solving and planning. You will be passionate about promoting older people’s independence.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues, partners and funders to develop services that respond to the needs of older people across Sheffield. The role includes responsibility for service performance, quality assurance, safeguarding, financial monitoring and the achievement of contractual and funding outcomes.

Why Work for Age UK Sheffield?

Age UK Sheffield is a trusted local charity supporting people aged 50 and over to live independently, improve their wellbeing and maintain social connections. Our services are recognised for their quality, compassion and holistic approach. We are committed to creating a supportive workplace where staff can develop their skills and make a meaningful difference every day. If you are passionate about delivering excellent advice services and leading a team that helps older people live better lives, we would love to hear from you.

Closing date for applications: 12pm - 8th September 2026. 

Interviews will be held w/c 14th September 2026

All posts are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.  CVs are not accepted.

We value diversity and are committed to be representative of the communities we serve. We are a Mindful and Disability Confident employer. 

Mind in Brighton and Hove empowers and supports people who have experience of mental health issues across Sussex. Our Advocacy Services take action to help people have their views heard, secure their rights and obtain services they need.

We are seeking to appoint 2 Community Mental Health Advocates (one 21 hours per week and one 28 hours per week) to provide advocacy support to clients in West Sussex. The roles will be based at our central Brighton office, with regular travel across West Sussex. At present, the role may include some home working. Driving and own vehicle are essential.

These posts requires an understanding of advocacy, experience of managing a client case load, excellent communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a range of professionals, whilst retaining independence.

Hours: 2 part-time roles available - 21 hours per week and 28 hours per week.

In return, we offer a range of benefits including full induction, nationally accredited advocacy qualification, 29 days’ leave (pro rata) per year excluding bank holidays, 3% pension contribution and access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme.

Full job details and an application pack can be found on our website.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 21st September 2026.

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 30th September 2026 in central Brighton.

Alternative interview dates may be possible if required.   

All successful applicants are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.

We are committed to equal opportunities, and we value diversity in our workforce and aim to recruit a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability (including experience of living with mental health issues), gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership and pregnancy and maternity.

£400–£500 per day | 4–6 months | ASAP start | London/Hybrid

A leading research and higher education organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Senior Finance Business Partner to provide strategic financial support across its professional services functions and key transformation programmes.

Reporting to the Head of Financial Planning & Strategy, you will work closely with senior stakeholders to strengthen financial planning, improve management information and identify opportunities for efficiencies and better use of resources.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading budgeting, forecasting and five-year financial planning across professional services.
• Providing strategic financial insight, constructive challenge and advice to senior stakeholders.
• Supporting complex, multi-year strategic and capital programmes.
• Developing business cases, scenario models and cost-saving initiatives.
• Improving management information, dashboards and reporting through Power BI.
• Strengthening financial controls, cost allocation and interdepartmental recharges.
• Supporting budget holders to improve financial understanding and accountability.
• Mentoring junior finance colleagues and managing a Finance Apprentice.

The successful candidate will be:

• A fully qualified accountant: ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA.
• An experienced senior Finance Business Partner with strong budgeting, forecasting and analytical skills.
• Confident engaging with directors and other senior stakeholders.
• Experienced in developing insightful reporting and using BI tools, ideally Power BI.
• Comfortable working across multiple departments and strategic programmes.
• Able to start quickly and deliver effectively within a complex organisation.
• Experienced within higher education, research or the charity sector, although this is not essential.

This is an excellent opportunity to make an immediate impact within a high-profile, purpose-led organisation undertaking important strategic and financial improvement work.

Mind in Brighton and Hove empowers and supports people who have experience of mental health issues in Brighton and Hove and West Sussex. Our Advocacy Services take action to help people say what they want, secure their rights, represent their interests, and obtain services they need.

We are seeking to appoint an Independent Mental Health Advocate (IMHA) in West Sussex. The role will be based at Langley Green Hospital in Crawley, with regular travel to other acute and forensic wards in West Sussex, such as Meadowfield, Priory and St Magnus. Occasional visits to Brighton head office for meetings and training.

This role involves providing Independent Mental Health Advocacy, working within the framework of the Mental Health Act 1983 to support people to understand their rights under the Act and participate in decisions about their care and treatment across the area of West Sussex. The post requires an understanding of advocacy, experience of managing a client case load, excellent communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a range of professionals, whilst retaining independence.

Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week.

In return, we offer a range of benefits including full induction, nationally accredited advocacy qualification and 29 days’ leave (pro rata) per year excluding bank holidays, 3% pension contribution and access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme.

All successful applicants are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance

Full job details and an application pack can be found on our website.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 14th September 2026.

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 22nd September 2026 in central Brighton.

Alternative interview dates can be arranged if required. 

We are committed to equal opportunities, and we value diversity in our workforce and aim to recruit a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability (including experience of living with mental health issues), gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership and pregnancy and maternity.

37 hours per week / permanent / Monday - Thursday 9am - 5pm; Friday 9am - 4.30pm / Based onsite in Hove, this role also involves regular weekly visits to our properties across Sussex. To support this travel, you will need a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

YMCA DownsLink Group is the leading charity for children and young people across Sussex and Surrey. We offer safe homes, mental health support and trusted advice.

We believe that every child and young person has the right to be safe, heard and to shape their own future. We work alongside them to make that happen.

We are here for children and young people, many of whom face multiple challenges and need our support.

Our Values - we do what’s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections – guide us in all our actions.

We are seeking a proactive, tenant-focused Housing and Compliance Officer to deliver high-quality housing management and property compliance services across our Sussex properties.

Reporting to the Income and Property Manager and working as part of the Asset Management Team, you will play a key role in ensuring our general needs properties are well-managed, compliant with all relevant regulations, and provide safe, secure homes for our residents. This role combines housing management responsibilities with oversight of property compliance, requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellent customer service.

The role involves overseeing tenants throughout their housing journey, conducting home visits, managing tenancy matters, coordinating repairs, and ensuring properties remain safe, compliant, and meet the Decent Homes Standard.

You will work closely with tenants, contractors, and internal teams to maintain excellent housing services, manage compliance programmes, address damp and mould cases, and ensure adherence to housing regulations and safety standards.

You will also play a key role in safeguarding tenant safety, monitoring contractor performance, supporting income collection, responding to complaints, and championing tenant voice to drive service improvements.

Key areas of responsibility:

• Housing and tenancy management
• Resident engagement and support
• Repairs and maintenance coordination
• Property compliance and health and safety
• Damp, mould and disrepair case management
• Contractor and supplier management
• Income collection and tenancy enforcement
• Customer service and complaint resolution

Please also download the job profile (below), which includes the full role description and person specification.

This is an excellent opportunity for a housing professional with experience in housing management, property compliance, and health and safety. You'll be passionate about delivering high-quality, customer-focused services that make a tangible difference to people's lives and help ensure residents have safe, secure, and well-maintained homes.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• A minimum of a CIH Level 3 qualification in Housing, Housing Maintenance, Asset Management, Letting and Managing Residential Property, or Housing Practice/Services (desirable)
• We will also consider candidates who can demonstrate significant relevant experience in property compliance, building safety, or health and safety, or who hold a recognised City & Guilds, IOSH, or NEBOSH qualification
• Awareness of the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS), or a willingness to develop expertise in this area, to support YMCA DLG's commitment to providing safe, compliant, and high-quality homes
• Significant experience within the social housing sector, ideally in housing management, resident engagement, or customer-focused service delivery roles
• Experience working for a Registered Provider, housing association, local authority, or other social housing organisation
• Demonstrable experience of working within a regulated housing environment, delivering housing management and property compliance services while building positive relationships with residents and stakeholders
• Experience supporting tenancy-related processes, including starter and continuation documentation, to help residents sustain successful tenancies
• Experience of working within a psychologically informed environment and applying trauma-informed approaches is desirable; training can be provided
• Strong experience in auditing, data collection, record management, and maintaining accurate housing management systems
• Experience coordinating and monitoring contractors to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required standard
• Proven ability to engage effectively with residents, contractors, local authority departments, partner agencies, and regulatory bodies
• Experience of income collection, tenancy sustainment, and arrears management within a social housing setting
• Good working knowledge of housing legislation and statutory compliance requirements, including fire safety, gas safety, electrical safety, water safety, and resident access arrangements for compliance works
• Ability to identify, promote, and embed best practice across teams and services

CLOSING DATE: Wednesday 16 September at midnight. 

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorship for this role, so applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently.

An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. 

Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us.

YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. 

Successful applicants will undergo a thorough background screening process, conducted by an accredited third-party provider. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (with Children’s and Adults’ Barred Lists) as well as comprehensive reference and activity checks.

Role Overview
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with Arthritis UK on a fantastic Content Officer role. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and managing engaging content that supports the organisation’s objectives, ensuring clear messaging across multiple platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and publish compelling content for digital and print channels, aligned with organisational goals.
• Develop content strategies that enhance audience engagement and support awareness campaigns.
• Manage content calendars and coordinate with relevant teams to meet deadlines.
• Analyse content performance and recommend improvements based on insights.
• Adhere to brand guidelines and maintain a consistent tone across all communications.
• Support the organisation in enhancing its digital presence through innovative content solutions.

Person Specification

• Proven experience in content creation, editing, and management across digital and offline formats.
• Experiance with Video and Imagary 
• Charity sector experiance 
• Excellent written communication skills with attention to clarity and accuracy.
• Ability to adapt content style for diverse audiences and platforms.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Good understanding of digital analytics tools and content performance metrics.
• Collaborative approach with excellent teamwork and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Flexibility to work on-site according to organisational requirements.

What’s on Offer
Salary: £33,698

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.

Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

Up to 37.5 hours per week ¦ Full and part-time opportunities

Do you want to make a real difference every day?

Are you an experienced Support Worker or care professional ready to take the next step in your career?

At Stockdales, you'll support people with learning and physical disabilities, including people with complex health needs, to live full, active and meaningful lives.

We're a charity with over 70 years' experience, and we're proud to create an environment where the people we support can enjoy life, try new things and be as independent as possible.

And that means your days are anything but ordinary.

You could be supporting someone with their personal care in the morning, heading out into the community in the afternoon, and helping them enjoy an activity, day trip or new experience later that day.

Our activities include swimming, trips to the seaside, museums, sensory walks, activity breaks and holidays in the UK and abroad.

What you'll be doing

As a Care Practitioner, you'll:

• Provide dignified, person-centred personal care and support in line with individual support plans.
• Support individuals with health care needs and complete health care procedures following appropriate training and guidance.
• Promote independence, self-help skills, community involvement and positive outcomes.
• Recognise and appropriately respond to distressed behaviour, safeguarding concerns and changes in health or wellbeing.
• Support colleagues, including staff who are new to the role or completing their probation.
• Take on Shift Leader responsibilities when required, including delegating duties, supporting medication and stores processes, liaising with families and professionals, and escalating concerns appropriately.

You'll be supported throughout your development, with comprehensive induction, refresher training and opportunities to complete relevant professional qualifications such as an RQF/NVQ Level 2 or 3.

About you

You'll ideally have at least one year's experience in care and be ready to take on more responsibility and lead shifts.

Most importantly, you'll be caring, reliable and passionate about supporting people to live the lives they choose.

You'll also need to:

• Be flexible to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• Be comfortable working as part of a team and taking responsibility when required.
• Have basic IT skills, including Microsoft Word and email.
• Have good English reading and writing skills and basic numeracy.
• Be physically able to carry out the role, including using hoists and pushing wheelchairs.

The role is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, references and successful completion of a 6-month probationary period, as well as all required training.

What we offer

We want our staff to feel valued, supported and able to develop their careers with us. In return, you'll receive:

• A competitive salary
• Enhanced pay for bank holidays and on call
• Excellent internal and external training offered
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Mileage paid for travel during work hours
• 28 days holiday per year pro rata inclusive of bank holidays
• Increased holiday entitlement with service
• Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to Wage Stream
• Medicash – includes access to 24hr GP, money off shopping and going out, wellbeing aids
• Life Insurance Scheme
• Monthly staff prize draw

Why Stockdales?

Because this is more than a care job.

You'll build relationships, develop your skills and help people do things that matter to them. Whether that's supporting someone to become more independent, enjoying a day out, trying a new activity or simply having a really good day - you'll know you've made a difference.

If you're ready to take the next step in your care career, we'd love to hear from you.