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Many of us have discovered the joy, the necessity, of getting out into green spaces - on our own or with our families. We've found that being better connected to nature means we can be more. More healthy, more creative, more at ease. National parks are inspirational, safe places to continue that journey… to explore more. Prospectus is delighted to be supporting a collective partnership of UK national parks in searching for a Communications Officer. 

The organisation works on behalf of the UK’s 15 national parks, building ambitious national partnerships with organisations such as BMW UK, Vodafone, Santander UK and The Estée Lauder Companies UK & Ireland. They also have an award-winning Revere initiative in partnership with Palladium, helping to attract private investment into nature recovery. A small but entrepreneurial team, the organisation exists to grow the impact, influence and resources of the national parks family. 

As Communications Officer, you’ll help tell the stories of the UK’s national parks in engaging, creative and accessible ways. This is a varied role combining digital content creation with the smooth running of the organisation's digital platforms. Working closely with the Director of Communications & Brand, you’ll help bring a new national brand to life, shifting perceptions of national parks from “beautiful and passive” to “dynamic, active and people-powered”. You’ll create content for social media, websites and newsletters, support national campaigns, and work closely with communications teams across the Parks to ensure consistent, high-quality storytelling. 

The ideal candidate will be experienced at creating engaging digital content, including written, visual and video content to build and nurture online communities. Supporting national campaigns and a shared communications activity, your confidence to communicate effectively in a matrix style environment will be very important. You will and have previous experience of supporting brand, and will be keeping brand resources, templates and guidance up to date. A full UK driving license is required as some travel to the national park sites will be required.

To apply please submit your CV only in the first instance. You may also be asked to complete a supporting statement if you do progress further in the recruitment process.
 
As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

Prospectus is excited to be working with our client to help them recruit for a n Business Development Senior Manager to join their team. The organisation is the UK body of a worldwide neutral and impartial humanitarian network. At the heart of their work is providing help to people in crisis, both in the UK and overseas. The organisation is committed to helping people without discrimination, regardless of their ethnic origin, nationality, political beliefs or religion.

This role is offered on a full-time permanent basis with a salary of £54,145 to £57,627 per annum (plus Inner London Weighting, £3,344, if applicable) with flexible hybrid working arrangements at their London office.

The Senior Business Development Manager plays a pivotal role within the New Business Development sub‑team, driving the acquisition of high value, multi‑year corporate partnerships that deliver meaningful shared value for the organisation and its partners. They are responsible for developing and securing six‑ and seven‑figure strategic partnerships, ensuring each relationship aligns with organisational priorities and delivers clear, measurable impact. The post holder will work closely with teams across the organisation—including Volunteering, Retail, Marketing and Communications, UK and International Operations, and other partner organisations—to shape compelling propositions and deliver an integrated, organisation‑wide approach to securing new corporate relationships.

They are looking for someone with demonstrable experience of leading approaches and negotiations to secure new, strategically aligned, multi-year six- and seven-figure corporate partnerships in line with the organisation's Corporate Partnerships strategy and agreed income targets. They are looking for a candidate with demonstrable experience in cultivating, progressing, and maintaining a high-quality pipeline of corporate prospects, applying best-practice partnership development and insight-driven prospecting. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and understanding of corporate fundraising, the UK fundraising landscape, and the charity sector.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Firas El Dib at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. 

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon. 

The Personal Assistant (Diary & Events) works closely with the Bishops, the Bishop's Chaplain & Executive Assistant and the Finance & Associate PA.

The post-holder will need to have (or be able to quickly develop) a thorough knowledge of the many facets of a Bishop's roles, the workings of the Diocese of Liverpool and the Church of England more widely. As well as having excellent organisational, administrative and diary management skills, the post-holder must have the capacity to respond quickly often working independently and calmly to rapidly changing circumstances and effectively manage competing demands.
This role demands initiative, discretion and creativity. It is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, is passionate about the Church's mission, and is confident in managing both strategic and operational responsibilities. It requires someone who is proactive and can organise their work so that they are one step ahead in order to anticipate issues and influence positive outcomes. The post holder will also be an excellent communicator, able to handle difficult conversations and be highly collaborative in order to build highly effective working relationships with a wide range of individuals and organisations.

The role will be primarily based at Bishop's Lodge, Woolton Park, Liverpool. There is a requirement to be flexible and, on occasion, to work from the diocesan office at St James' House.

These relationships will be vital as everyone in the bishop's office must have a good awareness of each other's work and the capacity to allocate tasks and support each other's workstreams according to the particular demands. Holidays must be agreed between staff to ensure that the office is well staffed. The PA (Diary & Events) will not normally be away from the Office or on holiday at the same time as the Finance & Associate PA.

Do you have experience of working with diverse or marginalised communities and supporting volunteers? Have you been affected by hepatitis B? We are looking for someone with lived experience of the hepatitis B Virus who is passionate and skilled to support others on their journey from diagnosis to being in care. The role requires excellent communication and organisational skills. Creativity and innovation welcome! 

You will develop and support a network of volunteer peers delivering key hepatitis B messages across North East London, working with communities including South Asian, African, Caribbean and Eastern European populations. Your role will involve organising and delivering awareness and testing events in community settings, building partnerships with local organisations, and supporting individuals to access testing, treatment and ongoing care.

The Club

Situated in 42 acres of landscaped grounds adjacent to the River Thames in Fulham, The Hurlingham Club is recognised as one of the world’s finest private member clubs. Since its opening in 1869, The Hurlingham Club’s croquet and tennis lawns, botanical gardens and stately Georgian Clubhouse have made it a sought-after destination for exclusive sporting and social activities.

The Club offers a truly unique and rewarding environment to work, blending a rich history with a progressive outlook. With over 20 specialised departments, each contributing distinct roles and functions you will have the opportunity to interact with vibrant, multi-faceted colleagues and members that share common interests and represent a wide range of backgrounds, professions and perspectives. The members actively contribute to the Club’s community, atmosphere, heritage and culture.
 

The Department

The Hurlingham Club Foundation was established in 2021 and its mission is to harness the collective strength of the Club to create spaces and opportunities that improve the health, well-being and social connection of people living in underserved areas of our borough.

We aim to achieve this impact this in three main ways through:

· Direct programmes hosted at the Club (including sports, social and wellbeing activities).

· Funding for local charities delivering aligned community initiatives.

· Volunteering and in-kind support opportunities for members and stakeholders.

To deliver all this activity, money is largely raised through member donations at Foundation events and money is also raised through grants and corporate sponsorship.

The Role

As the Foundation Assistant, you will be a vital part of this small, friendly team to ensure that we manage all our events and programmes to raise the most amount of money and deliver maximum impact for people in need in our community.

You will work part time; ideally 20 hours over four days from Monday to Thursday.

The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the Hurlingham Club Foundation in a variety of ways.

Typical duties will include:

Event Coordination

· Supporting the planning and delivery of Foundation events.

· Managing logistics including room bookings, catering, AV, guestlists, security passes and event materials.

· Ensuring events run smoothly from setup through to delivery.

Administration & Finance

· Maintaining accurate records and financial administration.

· Supporting the processing of purchase orders, income and invoices.

Data & CRM Management

· Maintain donor, volunteer and programme databases.

· Support monitoring and reporting of Foundation activity and impact.

Communications & Marketing Support

· Assisting with the website updated and digital content.

· Supporting with and creating presentations and marketing materials.

· Helping to manage and catalogue Foundation photography assets.

Programme Support

· Assisting with delivery of onsite community programmes.

· Welcoming visitors and supporting participant experience.

General Support

· Managing Foundation inbox enquiries.

· Providing day-to-day administrative support to the team and volunteers.

Our Ideal Candidate

Candidates will share our passion to deliver impact for and improve the lives of people living in underserved areas of our borough.

They will also embody the Club’s values of excellence, responsibility and courtesy.

Key experience required includes:

· Experience in office administration or coordination (charity or membership organisation desirable).

· Confidence with financial administration (invoicing, purchase orders, income tracking).

· Experience supporting events, logistics or hospitality-style coordination.

· Strong data management and spreadsheet skills (basic CRM experience advantageous).

· Excellent communication skills and a professional, friendly manner.

· A genuine interest in community impact and supporting charitable work.

Benefits

Benefits include:

· 23 days of pro-rated annual leave (rising to 28 days after 5 years’ continuous service)

· Generous contributory pension.

· Life assurance, group income protection and an enhanced sick pay scheme.

· Opportunities for training, development, and progression.

· Annual bonus scheme and annual performance pay review.

· Staff social events, free meals on duty and free onsite parking.

· Along with other benefits!
 

The Hurlingham Club is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity.

Please note that, due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you do not hear from us within four weeks then unfortunately you were not successful in your application on this occasion.

Do you believe every young person deserves the chance to dream big about their future? At MyBigCareer, that belief drives everything we do.

We're a small but mighty charity supporting young people aged 11–18 from underserved communities across London and the North East, helping them build the knowledge, confidence and connections to thrive in the world of work. Since 2013 we've supported over 20,000 young people through personalised careers guidance, coaching and employability programmes, working alongside schools, corporate partners and a network of more than 300 inspirational volunteers.

The role

This is a dual-focus role sitting right at the heart of how we deliver our impact. You'll lead our volunteer programme nationally; recruiting, training and supporting the coaches and volunteers who deliver our programmes, while also overseeing programme delivery across our London partner schools.

On the volunteer side, you'll manage the full volunteer journey from recruitment and DBS checks through to training, engagement and retention, and act as our organisation's DBS Lead. On the delivery side, you'll coordinate and deliver MyBigCareer programmes in London, acting as a key relationship holder for school partners and ensuring young people receive consistently high-quality careers guidance and employability support.

This is a hands-on role for someone equally comfortable with strategic coordination and direct delivery, who thrives in a close-knit, values-led small team.

About you

You'll bring experience in volunteer management, programme coordination or a similar role, ideally in the charity or education sector. You'll be a confident communicator, a natural relationship builder, and someone who cares deeply about equity and social mobility.

Essential experience and skills include:

• Experience managing or coordinating volunteers, ideally in a charity, education or community setting
• Experience coordinating or delivering programmes or projects with multiple stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Confidence delivering workshops, training or presentations to groups
• Sound understanding of safeguarding principles
• Competent with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace and CRM systems

Desirable:

• Experience in or with schools or education settings
• Experience as or supporting a DBS Lead
• Knowledge of or connections to London communities
• Lived experience of the inequalities faced by the young people we support

Our values

Compassion First. Dream Big. Empower Others. Act with Purpose. It's really important to us that whoever joins us lives and works by these values and is at their best working collaboratively in a small, mission-driven team.

The details

• Salary: £30,000–£32,500 FTE (pro rata for part time)
• Permanent contract, full time (37hrs) or part time (minimum 30hrs) considered
• Hybrid; home-based with at least weekly travel to London and occasional UK travel
• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas closure
• Target start date: August 2026
• Enhanced DBS check required

We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of the inequalities faced by the young people we support, and from those with existing knowledge of or connections to London communities.

Closing date: 13th May 2026 1st round interviews: w/c 1st June | 2nd round: w/c 8th June

The Support and Outreach Worker will be a leading role in our belief of “A Hand Up Not a Hand Out”, and has been created to improve our service to vendors, helping them to increase their income through selling our magazine and providing casework support. In April 2023, the Big Issue Group launched a community interest company, Big Issue Changing Lives, to support more people affected by poverty and increase the impact of our services.   Big Issue Changing Lives C.I.C. provides vendors with the end-to-end support they need including sales set up and support, access to health and wellbeing services, and employment opportunities.

You will also positively promote The Big Issue in your region, build partnerships with third-party organisations and identify and promote opportunities all with the aim of moving people out of poverty.

To offer our vendors the best possible support you will have experience and knowledge of working with vulnerable adults in a frontline setting, along with the ability to offer effective sales advice and guidance helping them to increase their income through magazine sales.

The role requires the willingness to drive a vehicle throughout the region, therefore a full driving license is essential and due to our insurance regulations you must be over the age of 21.

Full details of the role including key responsibilities and required skills and experience are available in the Job Description.

Salary and Benefits offered:

• Salary of £28,122.24 per annum
• Incremental holiday entitlement starting at 25 days per year plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time staff) plus paid leave to care for a sick child or grandchild and a sick or elderly relation
• Company Sick Pay
• Enhanced contribution to our workplace pension
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Training and development opportunities including an open learning library and management training schemes
• Health benefits include life cover, a health cash plan scheme which provides access to counselling and a range of therapies
• Please note that we reserve the right to review and amend our staff benefits and they do not form part of any contract of employment

Workplace details

The role is centrally based at our Offices in Glasgow but you will be supporting vendors and therefore must be willing to travel throughout the region as required.

Closing date – 30 April 2026 (23:59pm). We may interview before the role closes so please apply asap.

Big Issue Group is striving towards Equal Opportunities. We particularly welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our sector, such as women in senior roles, and people with disabilities and from Black and Minority Ethnic communities.

Since 1991, The Big Issue has fought poverty by creating opportunities and supporting people to take control of their lives. Over time our organisation has grown and now The Big Issue Group consists of The Big Issue Company Ltd, Big Issue Invest Ltd, our social investment arm, and Big Issue Changing Lives Community Interest Company.

We are recruiting for a Deputy Service Manager to join our team in Wandsworth; the scope on this job involves….

Job Title: Deputy Service Manager

Location: Wandsworth
Salary: £33,173.08 per annum
Contract type: Part-time, Fixed term (1 year)

Hours: 34

We’re looking for a Deputy Service Manager to join our busy Wandsworth Advocacy Service. This role will focus on improving access to specialist support for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse in Wandsworth — particularly those with insecure immigration status and other communities who are often under‑represented or unseen by services.

You will strengthen community referral pathways, lead our One Stop Shops, and work closely with local partners to ensure survivors can reach safety. You’ll also line‑manage a team of IDVAs, supporting high‑quality, survivor‑centred practice. If you’re an experienced frontline practitioner who is collaborative, committed to breaking down barriers, and interested in stepping into a management role, we’d love to hear from you.

Closing date: 9.00am on 5 May 2026

Interview date: 14 May 2026

Benefits

Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.

Salary: £26,227.50 per annum pro-rated

Location: Harrogate Shelter Shop

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Part time, 21 hours per week

Closing date: Thursday 30th April at 11:30pm

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

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

About the role

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

You will always ensure a safe, clean, bright and happy environment for your team to work in and for your customers to shop in, in turn attracting potential donors and volunteers.

 About you

You are a naturally energetic person with an enthusiasm for managing and empowering people. You know how to recruit and develop a team of volunteers, and your extraordinary motivational skills will enable you to inspire your team to increase sales and control costs.

Above all, you are ready to take on a new challenge and have a keen interest in Shelter's cause.

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

Benefits 

We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.

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

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

How to Apply

Please click ‘Apply for Job’ below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. Please provide specific examples of how you meet the criteria in the 'About you' section of this advert, following the STAR format, and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses:

• We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset

Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered

About Shelter

Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.

We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.

We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.

Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.

Safeguarding statement

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

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

Software Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer to develop Power BI solutions that turn complex data into clear, actionable insight across a large organisation.

Position: Software Engineer
Salary: From £49,502 per annum (Regional) and from £57,094 per annum (London), depending on experience and location
Location: Stratford, London or Trafford, Manchester with hybrid working (20% to 40% office based)
Hours: Full time
Contract: Fixed Term Contract, 12 months
Closing Date: 26 April 2026
Interview Dates: 5 May 2026 (virtual) and 13 May 2026 (in person)

About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in building data-driven reporting and analytics solutions. You will design, develop and manage Power BI dashboards and data models, helping to deliver trusted, high quality insight across the organisation.

Working within an agile team, you will collaborate with engineers, analysts and product teams to create scalable and efficient business intelligence solutions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and developing Power BI reports, dashboards and datasets using DAX, Power Query and data modelling best practice
• Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps for Power BI solutions
• Developing and optimising SQL queries, stored procedures and views
• Creating reusable data models to support enterprise reporting and self-service analytics
• Managing Power BI Service including permissions, data refreshes and security
• Collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders to deliver effective data solutions
• Troubleshooting issues and implementing robust, scalable fixes
• Contributing to best practice, standards and continuous improvement across the team
• Communicating technical concepts clearly to a range of audiences

About You
You will be a technically strong Software Engineer with hands-on experience in Power BI and a passion for data and analytics.

You will demonstrate:

• Strong experience developing Power BI reports, dashboards and data models
• Advanced knowledge of DAX, Power Query, KQL and Power BI Service
• Experience with Azure DevOps including CI/CD and version control
• Strong SQL skills including complex queries and performance optimisation
• Understanding of data warehousing and dimensional modelling concepts
• Experience working within agile delivery teams
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage non-technical stakeholders
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement

Desirable experience includes:

• Knowledge of Azure data services such as Azure SQL, Data Factory or Synapse
• Experience with governance, security and performance optimisation in reporting
• Familiarity with Microsoft tools such as SharePoint, Power Apps and Team
• Exposure to APIs, data integration and master data management tools

About the Organisation

This organisation is one of the UK’s leading housing associations, providing homes for hundreds of thousands of people across London, the South East and the North West. Their work is centred on delivering safe, high quality housing and improving lives.

They are committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace where diversity is valued, and sustainability is embedded in everything they do.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: BI Developer, Power BI Developer, Data Engineer, Analytics Engineer, Reporting Developer, Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Engineer

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

This is a service commissioned by Liverpool City Council to deliver Children's residential support in line with statutory requirements, utilising therapeutic approaches.

The service provides a nurturing environment within our high-quality home, supporting the needs of children who have experienced trauma, neglect, rejection, and whose basic needs have not been met.

Our home offers children a safe space to enjoy themselves with activities such as karaoke, pamper, movie and games nights alongside encouraging them to enjoy a wide range of community based activities.

Children also benefit from having the opportunity to enjoy an annual holiday/short break. 

We support our children to learn independence skills e.g. cooking meals, baking, budgeting, completing domestic tasks etc.

In line with Barnardo's Equality, Diversity & Inclusion values, we promote awareness and acceptance in a variety of forms, including monthly theme nights.

On top of that, Saturday is takeaway night, so you even get a night off from cooking!

The support we provide today is vital in sustaining our children in the next chapter of their lives. You would play a huge part in this exciting role, making a real impact to changing the lives of our children.

The home provides a truly therapeutically focussed environment that can meet the needs of children who require support to manage their behaviours safely, develop their resilience and prepare them for the demands of future life with their own families or within other settings.

As a Senior Residential Children & Young People Worker you will, on a rota basis, undertake the following:

• 3 on 4 off pattern across the year, with rotas completed at least one month in advance.
• Sleep ins - approximately 2 per month with an additional payment of approximately £68/sleep,
• Waking nights (approximately 2 per month)
• Opportunities to complete additional hours at an enhanced rate of pay.
• Some weekend working, on a rota basis
• Some bank holiday working – enhanced rates of pay for bank holiday working.

Designated days off are given following sleep ins and waking nights to promote wellbeing and recovery.

Your role:

• Engage with and support children in all aspects of their lives, attending to their practical, physical, and emotional needs, whilst safeguarding each young person at all times.
• Support allocated keyworkers to ensure all information pertinent to the child's everyday life is completed and collated, to demonstrate the journey of the child whilst residing at the home.
• Provide practice based supervision to our As & When (bank) workers, liaising with managers to ensure continuity of care, Continued Professional Development and regulatory compliance.
• On a rota basis you will support the management team to provide out of hours on call cover, for which you will receive an additional payment.
• On a rota basis, you will also share the responsibility (alongside other SRCYW) of being allocated as shift leader; ensuring each day is purposeful and coordinated, enhancing opportunities for positive achievements and outcomes for the children.
• Support children to engage in education and enhance their social opportunities by accessing hobbies & activities in the home and in the community.

If you have residential experience, are passionate about making improved changes to childhoods and can show understanding, tenacity, consistency of care and the ability to engage with a wide range of children – this may be the opportunity for you!

For a full description of the role, please refer to the Job description & Person specification.

What you'll get from us

In addition to the extensive organisational benefits identified below, you will receive:

• A full induction within our trauma informed charity,
• Ongoing comprehensive training package,
• Be part of a team supported by a Therapeutic Co-ordinator and also receive reflective group/individual sessions with our consultant psychotherapist,
• Monthly practice focussed supervision,
• On successfully passing probation, enrolment on a fully funded residential Diploma (if not already held)

Quote from a young person who previously lived in the home:

“…You've all really helped me become the person I am today. The amount of love you all put in, you all wanted the best for me. I'm going to miss the team of great people I have had around me”

Pay & Reward Framework

We know that our colleagues go above and beyond in delivering our vital work, driven by their passion and commitment to Barnardo's values.  We also know that we can only realise our ambitions and achieve better outcomes for more children, thanks to the talent, hard work and creativity of our people. 

For all these reasons, we are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, to ensure it is fair, attractive and progressive, which was rolled out in April 2023. This is a positive change for the charity, and a part of our People & Culture Strategy. It will assist us in supporting colleagues to belong, thrive and grow in their colleague journey at Barnardo's and in time will offer clear routes of progression for colleagues in both their career and their pay. 

Whilst the full pay band and salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint between the minimum to mid-point of the pay band – this ensures that pay steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours.  More details on Barnardo's pay framework can be found upon application. 

Benefits

Workplace Offer: What it means for you

Our hybrid working initiative is based on trust, flexibility and empowerment. We understand our workplace offer means different things to different people, and we encourage those conversations. This may mean working at one of our stores, services, working at home, in the community, at one of our Collaboration Hubs or depending on the role any combination of these. Please read through the advert carefully to understand the remits of hybrid working that will be specific to the role.

• Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements.
• Annual Leave entitlement for full-time colleagues is 26 days per annum, increasing to 27 days per annum, after 3 years Barnardo's service, 29 days per annum, after 5 years Barnardo's service and 30 days per annum, after 7 years Barnardo's service. Those working less than full time are entitled to the same level of holiday pro rata
• The ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via our Buy Your Leave scheme
• A host of family friendly leave options including company Maternity Paternity and Adoption pay; together with all family additional leave options
• Service related sick pay from day 1
• Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution from Barnardo's. Ability to pay via salary sacrifice to garner both tax and NI savings on your own contribution
• Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings for all staff contributing to our Group Personal Pension
• Cycle2work scheme
• Interest free season ticket loans
• Discounts and cashback from at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via our Benefit Portal
• 20% discount at Barnardo's stores
• Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc
• Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support
• Access to Barnardo's Learning and Development offer

*T&C's apply based on contract

About Barnardo's

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and cultivating a culture where everyone can belong and thrive through inclusion and connectivity. We want our workforce to be reflective of the communities we work with, and for equality, diversity and inclusion to be embedded in everything we do. We are a Disability Confident Leader, are progressing our ambition to be an anti-racist organisation with Anti-Racism Commitments and actions in place and have networks for colleagues who are disabled, LGBT+, Black and Minoritised Ethnic and Women. We particularly encourage applications from Black and Minoritised Ethnic and/or disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. For disabled applicants, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Our basis and values

Barnet Mencap is a charity based in Finchley supporting people with learning disabilities and autistic people across Barnet. Through our Bright Futures Employment Programme, we support individuals into meaningful employment, training, and long-term independence.

We are looking for a motivated and outcome-focused Employment Officer to join our team.

This role is centred on supporting individuals into sustained employment, managing a caseload of learners, and working directly with employers to create real opportunities.

The Role

You will:

• Manage a caseload of learners and support them into work
• Deliver 1:1 employability support and job club sessions
• Support CV writing, applications, and interview preparation
• Build relationships with employers and identify opportunities
• Support individuals in the workplace where needed
• Track outcomes and maintain accurate records

This is a results-driven role, focused on real job outcomes, not just engagement.

 The Candidate

You will have:

• Experience working with people with learning disabilities and/or autistic people
• Understanding of barriers to employment
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to motivate and support individuals
• Experience delivering structured support (desirable: employment programmes)

 What We Offer

• 30 days annual leave (pro rata, including Bank Holidays)
• TOIL system and flexible working approach
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to be part of a high-impact employment programme

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria on the person specification.

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service application in line with Section 115 of The Police Act 1997.  

Closing Date: Friday 15th May 2026

Interview Date: We will review applications as they come in and offer interviews to those who meet the criteria. 

Fire Risk Assessor

We are seeking an experienced Fire Risk Assessor to deliver high quality fire safety assessments and help protect residents across a large housing portfolio.

Position: Fire Risk Assessor
Salary: £51,000 to £60,000 per annum depending on experience and qualifications plus £1,300 car allowance
Location: Stratford, London with travel across the South region including South West London
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Hybrid working with a mix of site, office and home working
Closing Date: 29 April 2026
Interview Date: 6 May 2026 via MS Teams

About the Role
This is a key role within a dedicated Fire Safety team, providing specialist fire safety management and risk assessment across a diverse residential portfolio.

You will be responsible for delivering a programme of Fire Risk Assessments, ensuring all properties remain safe, compliant and well managed.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out suitable and sufficient Fire Risk Assessments in line with legislation and British Standards
• Undertaking site inspections across residential properties
• Producing clear, detailed FRA reports with risk ratings and recommended actions
• Managing a programme of planned assessments as well as responding to incidents
• Identifying fire risks and ensuring appropriate control measures are implemented
• Working closely with internal teams and external partners to maintain compliance
• Supporting the organisation in meeting all statutory fire safety obligations

About You
You will be an experienced fire safety professional with strong technical knowledge and a commitment to high standards.

You will demonstrate:

• Experience undertaking Fire Risk Assessments within the residential sector
• A Level 3 or 4 qualification in Fire Risk Assessment and Fire Safety Management
• Knowledge of fire safety legislation including the Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order 2005
• Understanding of fire compliance within housing associations or local authorities
• Knowledge of Approved Documents and relevant industry guidance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage a range of stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office systems
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Willingness to work towards or hold a recognised professional fire accreditation

About the Organisation
This organisation is one of the UK’s leading housing associations, providing homes for hundreds of thousands of people across London, the South East and the North West. Their work is driven by a clear social purpose, ensuring people have access to safe, high quality homes.

They are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and everyone can thrive. Sustainability and long term impact are central to their approach, alongside a strong focus on resident safety and wellbeing.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Fire Safety Officer, Fire Risk Assessor, Fire Safety Advisor, Compliance Officer Fire Safety, Building Safety Officer, Health and Safety Officer

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

At TLG, we’re passionate about building an exceptional staff team that’s committed to making a real difference in the lives of struggling children across the UK. We’re always on the lookout for great people to journey with us towards our vision, and we’re excited to offer a unique opportunity for a motivated and mission-driven individual to join our team as Administrator.

Your Mission

To enable TLG’s teams to do their best work by providing high‑quality, reliable and relational administrative support - ensuring people, processes and priorities run smoothly so that together we can better support children and young people to thrive. 

Your Strengths & Impact

We’re seeking a proactive and highly organised Administrator to support teams across TLG, helping high-quality work to happen efficiently and with excellence. This is a varied and people-focused role, ideal for someone who enjoys supporting others, managing competing priorities, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. You’ll provide effective administrative support across different teams, contributing to the smooth delivery of programmes, projects and wider organisational activity while helping to ensure our staff are well supported.

To thrive in this role, you’ll be digitally confident and adaptable, able to turn your hand to a wide range of tasks and quickly build understanding in a fast‑paced environment. A strong eye for detail, a desire for excellence and clear communication skills will enable you to deliver excellent administrative support, while a relational approach will help you work collaboratively and effectively across different teams and departments.

TLG is a Christian charity and, as a team, we want to bring our faith to the work we do; as such, we are recruiting an individual with a strong and vibrant Christian faith. We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds to enable us to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis prior to the closing date, so we would encourage you to apply as soon as you’re able. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

Hours: Part time (22.5 - 30 hours per week)

Closing Date: Sunday 17th May

Initial Interviews: Various – Online

Final Interviews: Various – at our National Support Centre in West Yorkshire