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Building Recovery in Community Coordinator
Location: HMP Deerbolt, Barnard Castle, DL12 9BG
Salary: £24,242 - £30,790 per annum
Waythrough launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support.
We have almost 200 services around England – and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people.
Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and it’ll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. That’s why you will notice the jobs here are still branded ‘Humankind’. Next year we’ll be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate.
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Building Recovery coordinator (HMYOI Deerbolt being the community) to support Waythrough’s service delivery within Reconnected to Health in HMYOI Deerbolt.As a Building Recovery coordinator, you will provide 1:1 support for service users, who have completed most of their recovery journey with a Recovery Coordinator and are now in sustained recovery. You will take a “whole person” holistic approach to ensure that every service user’s package of care encompasses all areas of their wellbeing, to achieve the best possible outcomes for every person.
As a Building Recovery coordinator, you will also recruit train and supervise peer mentors who will support the service alongside yourself with group delivery, mutual aid, focus groups and any project work.
- Manage a service user caseload, devising, implementing and reviewing on-going recovery plans and treatment, liaising closely with the full range of workers and skills within the service team, including family members and significant others as appropriate.
- Carry out focus groups and promote equality diversity and inclusion through project work and promotion of the service
- Recruit, train and supervise peer mentors who are an integral part of our service delivery and lived experience
- Work collaboratively with partner agencies to undertake shared assessments, key working and interventions to promote individual service user progression from engagement, through structured treatment to self-sustained recovery.
- Facilitate service user access to treatment and community resources to increase recovery and social capital, supporting service users and their families within their local community To lead effective case management for allocated service users, including on-going processes such as risk assessments, risk management plans and safeguarding assessments and plans. This includes the effective use of an online case management system.
About You
The successful post holder will match our ambition and commitment to provide the highest standards of service quality and performance within this partnership.
‘The salary advertised above demonstrates the full earning potential for this role, starting salaries will allow for pay progression within the pay band’
Benefits
- Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years’ service)
- Annual leave purchase scheme
- Enhanced occupational sick pay
- Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension
- Death in service benefit
- Free Will writing
- Eyecare vouchers
- Blue light card discount
- Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses
- Work-life balance- flexible working and family friendly policies
- Happy, Healthy You! – our wellbeing offers for our workforce
- Employee Assist Programme and Waythrough Support Networks
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Waythrough, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
Waythrough is an equal opportunities employer
We value unique perspectives and experiences that everyone can bring and fully understand the strength in diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability. If you have a genuine passion for working for us, we want to hear for you. We also welcome applications from people with lived experience with substance use.
Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value.





This is an exciting opportunity for an excellent writer and confident fundraiser to play a key role in generating vital income that supports some of the most ambitious contemporary arts programming in the UK and beyond.
We’re looking for someone with a track record in writing persuasive funding bids and donor reports, ideally within the arts or cultural sector. You’ll be confident with budgets and impact evaluation, thrive on collaboration, and have a meticulous eye for detail. Most of all, you’ll be driven by a belief in the power of the arts to shape a better world.
Key Skills and Experience
- Strong experience writing successful trust and foundation applications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Solid understanding of UK grant fundraising and familiarity with the arts funding landscape
- Experience managing donor relationships and using CRM systems (we use Salesforce)
- Organised, proactive, and flexible – able to juggle multiple deadlines
- A team player with a genuine passion for the arts
Building new connections between artists and society, leveraging technology, to inspire local communities and ecological awareness.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Purpose
Our client is looking for an experienced Office Manager to oversee the daily operations of their London office. This role also includes supporting the Group Office and Facilities Manager with other offices across the UK. The successful candidate will ensure the office runs smoothly, address any issues that arise, and assist with various administrative tasks, including managing expenses for senior staff, organising social events, and promoting diversity and inclusion initiatives. With hybrid working in place, it's essential that the office environment is welcoming and efficient for the team.
Please note: This position requires the successful candidate to be present in the office 4 days a week.
Role Responsibilities
- Manage the London office
- Act as the primary liaison with building management and utility companies, ensuring effective communication and prompt resolution of issues.
- Oversee the office budget, order equipment for remote work, and handle requests in accordance with company policies.
- Ensure the office is consistently stocked with necessary supplies.
- Assist senior management with monthly expense reports.
- Coordinate travel arrangements, including international trips for senior management.
- Manage room bookings for the London office.
- Undertake ad hoc projects related to large company events and office relocations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
- Proven experience in managing a busy office and a diverse team.
- Exceptional organisational and multitasking skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- A proactive, hands-on approach with a willingness to tackle any task.
- Effective supplier management skills.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
- Good technical proficiency.
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Are you passionate about making a lasting impact in the community? Belfast YMCA is seeking a motivational and driven Fundraising & Communications Manager to lead one of our key strategic priorities: diversifying and increasing income to support our vital youth, family, and community programmes. This exciting and varied role offers the opportunity to shape and implement our fundraising and communications strategy, bringing your own creativity and expertise to the table. A key focus will be securing annual and multi-year trusts and grants, with the chance to lead a major capital funding programme as we redevelop our facilities and expand our reach across Belfast over the next three years. If you're ready to make a difference and play a pivotal role in the future of Belfast YMCA, we’d love to hear from you.
Please submit a CV, Completed supplementary questions and monitoring form.
Closing date:
10am on Monday 9th June
First Round Interviews:
In person at Belfast YMCA, Wednesday 25th June
Join the V.I.P. as our Director of Delivery and Operations as we work towards transforming the future for young people affected by violence.
Applications close: 9 a.m. Monday 16th June 2025
Location: Hybrid (office in Hammersmith)
About The Violence Intervention Project (V.I.P)
The Violence Intervention Project (V.I.P) is a forward-thinking charity focused on reducing serious youth violence (SYV) among young people in West London.
Founded in 2017, V.I.P. combines therapeutic approaches with practical support to help young people, their families, and communities build safer, more positive futures.
At the heart of our work is the Urban Therapy model, a clinically informed, trauma-focused intervention that supports youth in navigating the challenges of violence, poverty, and emotional distress.
We collaborate closely with statutory services and community partners to ensure long-term impact and sustainable change.
With a strong presence across several boroughs, V.I.P. is dedicated to innovation, prioritising employee well-being, and fostering a supportive, growth-oriented team culture. We work with young people where they feel most comfortable—whether at home, in the community, or on the streets—ensuring flexibility and accessibility in our approach.
Our mission is to create a lasting impact in the lives of those we support, driving meaningful change through evidence-based practice and compassionate, relationship-driven care.
About the role
As Director of Delivery and Operations, you will play a pivotal role in leading the scaling and operational excellence of V.I.P.’s impactful programmes. You will ensure that our services are delivered efficiently and effectively, while maintaining the highest quality standards as we grow.
Your leadership will be crucial in overseeing the strategic development of new income-generating programmes, ensuring their integration into the wider organisational strategy, and embedding data-driven decision-making to enhance impact.
You will have a direct impact on V.I.P.’s growth and ability to expand our transformative work, ultimately improving the lives of young people affected by violence across West London.
Who we are looking for
We seek a strategic and results-driven leader with a proven track record in programme delivery and operational management. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of leadership, innovation, and a passion for tackling youth violence.
You will have the ability to scale programmes, optimise resources, and embed impact measurement frameworks.
Essential qualities, skills, and experience include:
- Extensive experience in leading and scaling programmes, ideally within the charity or social sector.
- Proven success in driving operational efficiency, resource management, and quality assurance.
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a diverse, cross-functional team.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging with local authorities and statutory partners.
- Data-driven mindset, with experience embedding monitoring and evaluation systems into programme delivery.
- A commitment to the well-being of young people and an understanding of trauma-informed care and youth violence.
If you are a visionary leader ready to make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you.
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Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 16th June 2025.
Role Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and mission-driven Executive Director to lead ProVeg UK in this next phase of growth and impact. This role combines strategic leadership with high-level stakeholder engagement, fundraising, and organisational development. The ideal candidate brings entrepreneurial energy, exceptional communication skills, strong credentials in the UK NGO sector, and a passion for food systems transformation.
ProVeg UK has a very strong track record in influencing public food through its School Plates programme, which has, to date, swapped over 47m meals from meat-based to plant-based or veggie. We work in over 8,000 schools across the UK, reaching over 1.3 million children every day. We are keen to expand this excellent work to a wider range of stakeholders, including hospitals (a new manager has just been recruited to develop a Hospital Plates pilot), policymakers, the corporate sector and media.
The Executive Director will be at the forefront of this expansion, while also ensuring the continued success of our existing programmes. As such, this is a high-impact role, offering the opportunity to be a catalyst for positive change in the UK’s plant-based and alternative protein movement — helping to shape a more sustainable future.
Job Details
Reports to: Deputy CEO
Country: UK
Location: Greater London Area (within 1.5 hours by train)
Hours: Full-time (35 h/week)
Salary: £55-60k (plus London allowance of £3k, if applicable)
Start date: ideally ASAP
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and deliver ProVeg UK’s long-term strategy aligned with ProVeg International’s mission
- Lead the design and scaling of UK-based programmes that create measurable impact and reflect local opportunities and needs
- Represent the organisation to increase ProVeg’s visibility and influence.
- Sit as a member of the ProVeg C.I.C. Board.
Stakeholder Engagement & Fundraising
- Cultivate and strengthen relationships with strategic partners including food companies, government agencies, foundations, and major donors
- Identify and pursue funding opportunities, including government tenders and philanthropic partnerships, with a strong focus on climate and health-related funding
- Act as a public thought leader and spokesperson in the UK for food systems transformation in line with ProVeg International’s strategy
- Manage governance and engagement with the UK board
Team & Organisational Development
- Lead and support our fantastic, high-performing UK team and foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, impact and evaluation
- Provide regular coaching and feedback, ensuring clear objectives, performance development, and providing recognition
- Foster innovation, improvement and a growth mindset in the team, and identify new opportunities to grow our UK work
- Collaborate with ProVeg International teams and other ProVeg countries on shared programmes and goals
Financial Management & Reporting
- Develop and oversee the UK annual budget, ensuring financial sustainability and strategic resource allocation
- Ensure compliance with UK regulations, reporting requirements, and ProVeg International policies
- Provide timely and transparent reporting to the Deputy CEO, International team, and Board
Qualifications
Essential
- Proven leadership experience (5+ years at deputy- or C-level) in a UK-based NGO or mission-driven organisation, ideally in food, climate, or health sectors
- Demonstrated success in fundraising and partnership building, especially with foundations, governments, or climate philanthropies
- Strong entrepreneurial mindset and ability to develop and execute impactful strategies
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with experience speaking to media and government bodies, at public events, and with internal stakeholders of all levels (Board, Senior Leadership Team, Staff and Volunteers)
- Deep understanding of UK funding landscape, policy environment, and relevant NGOs
- Experience leading diverse and remote teams, with a collaborative and empowering leadership style
- Commitment to ProVeg’s mission and values, and strong alignment with our strategic goals
- Experience working with cross-functional and international teams
- Committed to following a plant-based lifestyle
- Knowledge of good governance practice
- Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to effectively fulfil the role of Director
Desirable
- Existing network of funders, policymakers, or influencers relevant to food systems or climate in the UK
- Postgraduate degree in a relevant field (e.g. in public policy, environmental studies, food systems, business, or similar)
- Familiarity with effective altruism principles and evidence-based programme design
- Understanding of plant-based innovation, sustainable diets, or alternative proteins
Benefits of working with us
- Generous annual leave entitlement - 25 days per year, with an additional day granted at the start of each calendar up to a maximum of 30 days (plus bank holidays)
- A strong organisational focus on personal development, with a designated training budget.
- Provision of a work laptop.
- Flexible, trust-based working arrangements and home-office arrangements.
- Career development support
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption pay
- Compassionate animal companion leave
- Employee Assistance Programme including counselling
- Access to 24/7 virtual GP Service
- Mindfulness support via a free Headspace account for you and up to 5 friends or family members
- Access to the Wisdom app with exclusive perks and discounts
- Membership to the OpenUp platform
- We are a workplace that encourages everyone to bring their whole selves to work. We are an inclusive workplace for our diverse employees around the world.
- And, last but not least, become part of a great team and work with us towards a world where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet!
When?
Application deadline: 15.06
First (People & Culture) interview: 23.06 - 26.06
Trial task: 03.07-06.07.
Second (team) interview: 14.07 - 22.07
Final (executive) interview: 24.07 - 26.07
Further information
Your application should include a cover letter and CV. Please indicate your motivation for the role and describe how you meet the requirements. Please send us your application using our online form. Thank you!
Important: Please make sure to use your own words and ideas on the cover letter. The goal is for us to know you better in order to assess if this role and your motivation are a good fit. Letters written with AI, or written in a language other than English, will be disregarded.
Severn and Wye Nature Programme Manager
Flexible – office space can be made available in partner offices in the region as convenient
£41,056 to £45,279 depending on skills
Severn & Wye Nature is an alliance of 14 environmental NGOs working across the Severn, Wye and Warwickshire Avon river catchments. As part of a major nature recovery initiative, we’re working to restore wetlands, create new woodlands and restore floodplain meadows. We partner with farmers, environmental experts and businesses to deliver shared goals for nature across a vast and changing landscape.
Following a two-year development phase, we are now ready to move into delivery, building strategic nature recovery programmes across the catchment, and securing investment from public and private sector organisations at a level that will transform the scale of our collective impact.
About you
We need an experienced, capable programme manager to lead and develop this ambitious partnership. You will require clarity of strategic thinking, excellent relationship and partnership management skills, substantial business planning experience, and very strong organisational skills. Above all, we are looking for someone who is passionate about nature and who will inspire and support partners across the region to enable its recovery at scale.
About the job
This is a two year fixed-term contract but could be extended if progress is good. We are offering a salary of £41-45k, depending on your skills, 25 days annual leave increasing to 30, a 7% pension contribution and a range of other benefits. The location is flexible within the region, and an element of remote working is expected.
Shropshire Wildlife Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. For applicable roles, applicants must be willing to undergo reference checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service checks at the appropriate level
The Trust is committed to building an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce we encourage applications from a diverse range of suitably qualified candidates. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to make our recruitment process more accessible.
Closing date: 16th June 2025
First interview (virtual): 10 - 11 June 2025
Second interview (Shrewsbury): 16 June 2025
We are looking for an Individual Giving Fundraiser to join a warm team with a large National health charity, to help deliver the successful annual direct marketing recruitment programmes. This is a maternity cover contract.
This can be a London hybrid or UK homebased role, with the requirement of travel once a month into the London office with travel cost covered.
The Charity
A well loved and passionate charity providing dedicated support for health and end of life care. They are a warm inclusive team with a collaborative working culture, offering incredibly flexible working and fantastic employee benefits, including
- 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
- A personal pension scheme that will match your contribution up to 7.5%
- Continuous professional development opportunities
- Access to Blue Light Card membership and subsidised Eye Care ... as well as much more!
The Role
Join a team to develop the marketing plan for individual online and offline campaigns with all stakeholders.
Manage the approach to audience targeting and segmentation, working with external media agencies for digital and cold direct mail campaigns.
Manage campaign budgets and ensure accurate and complete records are kept.
Research into projects, case studies, production methods and other charities approaches to feed into the creative process.
The Candidate
Experience in direct marketing for a charity.
Clear and accurate written skills and copy editing.
Ability to work at a detailed level as well as develop campaign strategy.
Good numerical skills and ability to manage and prepare financial information, and analyse campaign results.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
There are over 900,000 people with dementia in the UK. This will increase to over one million by 2025 and 1.6 million by 2040.
Our client is the specialist dementia nurse charity. Their nurses, called Admiral Nurses - whom they continually develop - provide life-changing support for families affected by all forms of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease.
Over the last five years, our client have increased what they can deliver for families living with the effects of dementia by significantly expanding their clinical services, increasing their income, and their national awareness. Our client’s new strategy see the organisaion continuing this growth, underpinned by a strong structure, stable finances and a great culture.
Director of Nursing Services
Salary: £100,000 to £117,000, plus good benefits. NHS pensions can be transferred.
Location: Remote, managing a remote, UK based team, with travel to the London office, for stakeholders meetings and UK wide.
This is an exciting time to join the organisation, as over the past twelve years, our client has grown from 24 to over 300 staff, from £1 million to a near £30 million charity, and from 84 to 442 Admiral Nurses.
Firmly rooted in the organisation’s values, this sustainable growth has meant making a real difference to families living with the effects of dementia and the complexities it can bring. Continuing to increase the number of Admiral Nurses is a central part of our client’s next strategy, set to launch in September.
The newly created post of Director of Nursing Services is key to the future development of clinical services delivered by our client and covers their Helpline, Clinics and Consultant Admiral Nurses. As a member of the Executive Team, the Director will work closely with the CEO & Chief Admiral Nurse and colleagues in the Executive Team.
The Director of Nursing Services will:
- Strategically plan, develop, and implement clinical service delivery through the organisation as they grow.
- Lead the implementation of effective clinical interventions.
- Ensure the delivered services are designed to enhance the clinical services, aligned to best practice.
We are seeking:
- A qualified senior nurse (Head of Nursing and above) with a live registration.
- A proven leader with a track record of working closely with and supporting clinical teams.
- A commitment to the organisation, its vision and values.
Our client is committed to achieve greater diversity in its Executive Team and Board and welcomes applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, belief or disability. They are a Disability Confident employer and welcome you to disclose any disabilities, as those meeting the minimum criteria for the role who disclose a disability will be progressed to interview.
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Closing date: Monday 9th June 2025
Interviews with Prospectus: 12-16th June 2025
Interviews with Client: 20th June 2025
As Store Manager (known internally as General Store Manager) of Scope's Andover store you will have autonomy to run the store using your creativity and flair to flourish in our retail environment. Our retail roles are full of variety, and every day is different! Every day there will be a different challenge that you will find extremely rewarding.
The role
Permanent - 35 hours per week
Location - Scope's Andover shop, SP10 1RL
As General Store Manager you will:
- Oversee all aspects of stock collection, preparation and display and look at ways to build stock donations.
- Ensure accurate cash handling, banking and financial reporting.
- Recruit, manage, and develop staff and volunteers within Scope’s HR and operational policies and procedures and foster an inclusive team working environment.
- Deliver exceptional customer service and engage with the local community to strengthen ties.
- Review and implement all relevant Health and safety policies to ensure compliance.
For more information about the role’s responsibilities, and the skills and experience required please use the link to job description above.
About You:
To be successful in this role you will:
- Have previous fashion and homeware experience and ideally previous experience of managing a large store footage.
- Be personable and have excellent customer service skills.
- You will be commercial and have a can-do attitude
- Have the ability to work collaboratively.
- Have excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
- Be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.
- Be numerate and ensure accurate cash handling, banking, and financial reporting.
Please make sure you explain in your application, with examples, how you can meet these important skills.
We ask you to show an appreciation of Scope’s values and our ambition of creating equal futures with disabled people.
About working in our shops
Our shops are the face of our retail brand, run by a dedicated, creative and passionate bunch of superstars. Our shops are located across England and Wales and each shop has its own character and personality. We focus on sustainable fashion and engaging with local communities. We lead our volunteers to deliver a great colleague and customer experience and we raise much needed funds to deliver an Equal Future for disabled people and their families.
Shop hours
It’s important for you to know that Scope Charity Shops are open every day. So some weekend and Bank Holiday cover is needed. Our full time hours are 35 hours a week, working five days out of seven. Weekly hours for part-time vacancies are on a seven-day rota.
Our values - pioneering, courageous, connected, open, fair
By living our values and trusting each other, we empower our colleagues to make decisions. By giving our colleagues freedom and space to spark creativity for innovation, we can push boundaries, change mindsets and be empowered to change the game with grit and determination and a sense of urgency.
Disabled candidates
We are a disability equality charity. We encourage applications from disabled people and people with impairments, conditions, and access needs. We want to create a workforce that is a true reflection of the communities we serve.
Scope will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the post. This is part of our commitment as a Disability Confident Leader. Just let us know in your application that you are applying under the Offer an Interview Scheme. This was previously known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.
Some applicants might need adjustments during the application process. If you require adjustments through your journey with us, please email our recruitment team. You can find out more about interview adjustments on the Scope website.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At the heart of everything we do at Scope is Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.
We encourage people of colour and other underrepresented communities to apply and join Scope. We believe that this will bring new ideas and help us work better. We know that a variety of perspectives and viewpoints will greatly support the work we do and help us to reach all communities.
We want everyone to feel like they belong. We value each person as an individual. We will treat everyone with dignity and respect and we want to recognise all parts of a person's identity.
We are a disability equality charity. So, we will build a culture that is accessible and inclusive first. We will aim for the same high standards in all our work. We will listen, learn and keep improving.
You can find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion on the Scope website.
Scope benefits
We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including:
- 35 days annual leave
- Flexible working (where we can)
- Company pension
- Excellent training and career development
- Strong colleague networks across disability, LGBTQ+, race equality, carers, women and young colleagues
- Wellbeing incentives like a discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, and much more.
One in four of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We’re here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses. Together we will be unstoppable. For more information go to the Scope website via the link.
How to apply
Click the apply button to create an account and complete your application form.
We welcome all applications by 11:59pm GMT on Tuesday 12 June 2025
Head of Homelessness and Complex Needs
£57,952 a year
Stoke, Stoke-on-Trent
Hours per week: 37.5
Contract type: Permanent
As Head of Homelessness and Complex Needs, you’ll lead the delivery, development and growth of Concrete services, to enable us to achieve our ambition of making homelessness history. You will strategically and operationally lead and coach all teams to deliver a range of services across North Staffordshire and Cheshire East.
Job requirements
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Lead Concrete’s homelessness housing and support services across Staffordshire and Cheshire East.
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Define and review services to ensure that the needs of customers are met, and develop new and existing services for Concrete’s customers, with a focus on preventative measures.
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Manage property portfolios, acquisitions, and developments.
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Raise awareness of homelessness and promote the work of Concrete to make homelessness history.
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Effective leadership and management of people, including maintaining positive team dynamics, ensuring teams and services are well developed, induction and training of staff and coaching and support to ensure further development.
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Meet legislative and contractual requirements and ensure compliance with the use of systems and collection of data.
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Be the primary point of contact at a senior level with partners, representing Concrete at local, regional and national forums. Establish and maintain positive working relationships with other relevant agencies.
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Ensure that customers are involved and embedded in the day-to-day practice of services.
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Be actively engaged in the promotion of homelessness services, initiatives and campaigns.
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Act as the spokesperson for publicity opportunities, alongside the Executive Director of Support and Wellbeing.
What we’re looking for
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Good standard of education GCSE in English and Maths or equivalent, with a relevant qualification in housing/social care/support services and with evidence of career progression and self-development.
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Experience managing supported housing and/or homelessness services.
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Experience building positive working relationships with commissioners, funding schemes and partners.
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Experience managing, coaching and developing people at Team Leader level or above, across multiple services and locations.
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Knowledge and experience of managing contracts and services, with effective management of teams within funded and regulated services.
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Up to date with current issues, practices and laws within safeguarding, homelessness, mental health and housing.
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Great written and verbal communication skills and experience working with people at all levels.
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Self-aware, engaging of others, able to lead change and achieve results.
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Empathetic and understanding of Concrete’s diverse customer group, with a drive to create the best possible services to meet their needs.
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Enhanced DBS check.
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Driving licence with access to own vehicle for work.
Help us give those without a plan, voice or home to build concrete futures by tackling the issues that keep people from finding their own home. Apply now!
We’ll be interviewing as we go so might close the application process early if we find the right person.
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Who we are
We’re part of Honeycomb Group, a team of social-minded brands championing happy homes in our region by providing services and support that help people across Staffordshire and its surrounding areas feel secure, connected and confident.
Homelessness isn’t a choice. It can happen to anyone.
Concrete is a local charity, support network and campaigner leading the fight to erase homelessness within Staffordshire and its surrounding areas.
Through a community-led approach, Concrete helps those without a plan, without a voice and without a home build concrete futures by tackling the underlying issues that keep people from finding and securing a home of their own.
Join us on our fight to make homelessness history across Staffordshire and everywhere.
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Fundraising Manager to join us on a part-time or full-time basis (minimum 3 days per week). This role will lead and manage our small fundraising team and drive income generation across a range of activities. This is a key role responsible for the planning, implementation, and monitoring of our fundraising strategy, ensuring we achieve our financial targets and can continue to provide essential support to survivors.
The Fundraising Manager will work closely with the CEO, Business Development Officer, Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser, and the wider team, to implement both strategic and operational elements of our fundraising efforts. This includes leading on the coordination and delivery of our multi-strand fundraising strategy, specifically including corporate fundraising, sponsorship opportunities, and the development of income-generating training and development programmes. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing distinct strategies for longer-term contract funding, while ensuring alignment with the overarching fundraising strategy.
This role reports directly to the CEO and is a permanent contract, with a competitive salary range of £38,850 - £43,050 (pro rata if part time). It includes a generous 30-day annual leave allowance, plus bank holidays, with 5 days to be taken over Christmas (as the office is closed for two weeks).
This role offers flexibility and can be undertaken remotely for the right candidate, with travel required to our Carlisle headquarters on an ad hoc basis as required.
For more information, detailed job description, and application pack, please visit our website and apply by Tuesday 10th June.
Interviews will be held on Monday 16th June via video call.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking an experienced practitioner with knowledge of the criminal justice system and working in partnership with statutory agencies, and familiar with the role of MAPPA. The post holder will need to be confident in the assessment and support of those convicted of sexual offences and will hold a case load of service users along with the oversight and management of volunteers who provide interventions to service users in the community.
Circles South East (Circles SE) is a registered charity and leading provider of services that address the damage to society and individuals caused by sexual harm and violence. Circles SE’s primary aim is to provide a comprehensive package of support to all whose lives have been impacted by sexual harm and sexual violence. Its vision is to become essenIally a “one stop shop” for issues relaIng to sexual abuse, and embracing multi-agency working practices. We are a community project addressing some of the most marginalized and neglected areas related to sexual violence and the harm it causes in our communities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About: All Ways Network (AWN) is a second-tier support organisation dedicated to empowering charities/not-for-profits (NFPs) that work with Muslim communities across the UK to become more fundable. We aim to enhance their capacity, sustainability, and impact through tailored support, resources, and strategic partnerships.
Position Overview: The Funder & Engagement Officer will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between funders and the charities we support. This position is responsible for enhancing funding awareness, establishing and nurturing strategic partnerships, and providing comprehensive support to our network of organisations. As this is a new position at AWN, we encourage applications from individuals who are confident in navigating new ground and keen to help define the role’s impact.
Key Responsibilities:
Fundraising Support:
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Provide personalised consultations to charities/NFPs we work with to develop and refine their grants and trusts strategies.
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Assist charities in identifying funding opportunities and preparing compelling grant applications.
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Organise and conduct workshops and training sessions on fundraising best practices, funder engagement, monitoring and evaluation, and grant writing.
Relationship Building:
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Establish and maintain strong relationships with a diverse range of grant funders
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Facilitate strategic partnerships between member charities, infrastructure groups, and funders.
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Represent AWN at relevant networking events, conferences, and meetings to promote the interests of our member organisations.
Resource Development:
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Create and disseminate practical resources, toolkits, and guides to support charities.
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Develop materials that highlight successful case studies and best practices within the sector.
Monitoring and Evaluation:
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Implement a robust monitoring and evaluation framework to assess the effectiveness of fundraising efforts and support provided.
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Collect and analyse data to track progress and make informed recommendations for improvement.
Communication and Reporting:
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Prepare regular reports on activities, outcomes, and impacts for internal and external stakeholders.
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Maintain clear and consistent communication with a network of service users/charities to ensure their needs are met and feedback is integrated.
Any other duties reasonably expected within the scope of the role
Qualifications and Experience:
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At least 3-5 years of experience in fundraising, grant management or not-for-profit management.
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Proven track record or strong knowledge of successful grant writing and fundraising initiatives.
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Strong understanding of the funding landscape and the unique challenges faced by charities serving Muslim communities.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
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Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver effective training and capacity-building programs.
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Proficiency in using digital tools for remote work and virtual collaboration.
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Commitment to AWN’s mission and values, with a proactive and results-oriented approach.
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Excellent written skills.
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Comfortable in public speaking.
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Proactive in creating and developing this role. Can confidently work independently.
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Ideally the person should live in or the surrounding areas of London. We currently don't have an office space but we are forming a London team.
Benefits: Pension + 30 days holidays (including bank holidays and x2 days for Eid)
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a CV and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience by Monday 9th June 2025 at 5pm.
Interviews to be held in-person on Thursday 19th June 2025 in Central London. Successful candidates will be notified.
If you have any queries about the role, salary, remote work etc, please contact us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking motivated change-makers who have a heart to see students come to faith in Christ and a passion to help students live and speak for Christ.
Salary: £25,238 per year
Location: Home-based within a regional team
Hours: Full-time or part-time
Closing Date: 11 June 2025
About the role:
As a Christian Union Staff Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting, encouraging, and equipping students in Christian Unions (CUs) to share the gospel in their universities.
In this role, you will:
- Train and support CU leaders in evangelism, helping them to share the gospel effectively
- Work alongside CU members to reach their friends and peers with the good news of Jesus
- Support students in understanding the Bible and applying it to their lives
- Organise and facilitate training events in evangelism, leadership, and discipleship
- Build relationships with local churches, student workers, and other organisations
- Recruit and supervise Relay Workers and Associate Staff Workers
- Promote UCCF’s ministry among students and churches, developing prayer and financial support networks
- Take part in UCCF training and national conferences for personal and professional development
To equip Christian Union Staff Worker's for this strategic ministry, staff follow a training curriculum covering theology, biblical studies, mission, apologetics, church history, and ministry skills. They receive ongoing support from a Team Leader and regional team, meeting regularly for study, prayer, and fellowship.
About you
We are looking for someone who:
- Is a committed Christian (an occupational requirement of the role)
- Has a heart for student evangelism and discipleship
- Is able to relate well to students, inspiring and equipping them for mission
- Has strong communication skills
- Is able to think strategically and initiate change
- Can work independently while also being part of a regional team
- Is willing to raise personal financial support
- Agrees with UCCF’s Doctrinal Basis
About UCCF
UCCF (Universities and Colleges Christian Fellowship) exists to make disciples of Jesus Christ in the student world. We support and resource student-led Christian Unions across the UK, helping students reach their campuses with the good news of Jesus. As a Christian Union Staff Worker, you will be part of a team passionate about equipping and supporting students to live and speak for Jesus.
We are passionate about students reaching students with the good news of Jesus.



