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Location: Waltham Forest
Salary: £32500
Hours:37.5
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Oct 2nd 5pm
Reports To: Operations Manager
We are a small, person-centred homelessness charity committed to supporting people experiencing homelessness, housing insecurity, and social exclusion. We work alongside individuals to help them overcome barriers, improve wellbeing, access accommodation, and achieve greater independence.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate, and motivated Homeless Caseworker to join our growing team. Forest Churches Emergency Night Shelter employs and works with all faiths and none, candidates would be expected to be comfortable with the Christian ethos underpinning the charities work.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives while helping shape and develop a responsive and innovative service.
Job Description
Job Title
Homeless Caseworker
Responsible To
Operations Manager
Job Purpose
To provide high-quality assessments, advice, and ongoing support to individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.
The post holder will act as a first point of contact for service users, undertaking assessments, identifying support needs, developing support plans, managing a caseload, and working collaboratively with partner organisations to achieve positive client outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Assessment and Engagement
● Conduct comprehensive assessments with new clients accessing the service.
● Identify housing, welfare, health, safeguarding, immigration, employment, and support needs.
● Complete risk assessments and safeguarding referrals where necessary.
● Develop person-centred support plans.
● Support clients to access appropriate services and resources.
● Provide information, advice, and guidance tailored to individual circumstances.
Case Management
● Manage an allocated caseload.
● Maintain accurate and timely case records.
● Record all interventions and outcomes on the case management system.
● Ensure compliance with GDPR and confidentiality requirements.
● Review client progress and update support plans regularly.
Housing and Homelessness Support
● Support individuals to access accommodation pathways.
● Assist with housing applications and referrals.
● Liaise with local authorities and housing providers.
● Advocate on behalf of clients where appropriate.
Outreach Responsibilities
● Participate in community outreach activity.
● Engage rough sleepers and vulnerable individuals.
● Support clients who are reluctant or unable to access office-based services.
● Facilitate access to emergency accommodation and support services.
Partnership Working
● Build positive relationships with local agencies and stakeholders.
● Attend multi-agency meetings where appropriate.
● Make referrals and coordinate support plans with external partners.
Safeguarding and Risk Management
● Promote the safety and wellbeing of all service users.
● Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
● Maintain professional boundaries.
● Follow all safeguarding policies and procedures.
● Participate in safeguarding training and reflective practice.
Team Responsibilities
● Attend team meetings and supervision sessions.
● Contribute to service development and continuous improvement.
● Support volunteers and placement students where appropriate.
● Undertake training relevant to the role.
General Responsibilities
● Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion.
● Maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
● Adhere to organisational policies and procedures.
● Act as an ambassador for the charity.
● Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role.
Essential Qualifications
● GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
● Relevant training or willingness to undertake training in homelessness, safeguarding, housing, mental health, or related areas.
Essential Experience
● Experience supporting vulnerable adults and/or young people.
● Experience carrying out assessments and support planning.
● Experience working within homelessness, housing, support services, social care, or community settings.
● Experience maintaining accurate records and case notes.
Essential Knowledge
● Understanding of homelessness and housing-related challenges.
● Knowledge of safeguarding adults and young people.
● Understanding of GDPR and confidentiality requirements.
● Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches.
● Understanding of professional boundaries.
● Awareness of equality and diversity principles.
Essential Skills
Communication
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
● Ability to build rapport with a wide range of individuals.
● Ability to communicate effectively with partner organisations.
Assessment
● Ability to undertake comprehensive client assessments.
● Ability to identify support needs and develop action plans.
● Ability to manage risk appropriately.
Organisation
● Strong organisational skills.
● Ability to manage competing priorities.
● Ability to maintain accurate case records.
IT Skills
● Competent in Microsoft Office.
● Ability to use databases and case management systems.
● Confidence using digital systems and maintaining electronic records.
Personal Qualities
● Compassionate and non-judgemental.
● Reliable and professional.
● Resilient and adaptable.
● Motivated to improve outcomes for vulnerable people.
● Able to work independently and as part of a team.
● Committed to learning and development.
Desirable Criteria
● Experience working with people with complex needs.
● Experience working within homelessness services.
● Experience of working with clients with multiple disadvantages
● Knowledge of housing legislation and homelessness pathways.
● Experience conducting outreach work.
● Relevant qualification in housing, Substance Misuse Mental Health, social care, counselling, or related field.
What We Offer
● Flexible and supportive working environment.
● Regular supervision and reflective practice.
● Ongoing training and professional development.
● Opportunity to influence and shape service delivery.
● Employee wellbeing support.
● Meaningful work that changes lives.
Recruitment Process
Stage 1
Application Form and Supporting Statement
Stage 2
Shortlisting
Stage 3
Interviews during week beginning October 5th
Candidates invited to interview may be asked to complete a short assessment based on homelessness support and casework practice.
Safer Recruitment Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to:
● Enhanced DBS Check
● Satisfactory References
● Identity Verification
● Right to Work Checks
The charity is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Drive Case Manager (Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Intervention Worker)
Salary: £26,140-£31,400 depending on experience
Hours: 35 per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Roles to be worked flexibly across Warwickshire
Job Reference Number: 1750
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen within the organisation to deliver case management interventions across Warwickshire, as part of the Drive Project.
Drive is an innovative national project that aims to improve the lives and safety of victims and children, by holding high-risk perpetrators to account. The project combines case management of perpetrators with a co-ordinated multi-agency response.
As Case Manager, you will strive to make contact and work on a one-to-one basis with perpetrators to pro-actively secure engagement, influence attitudinal and behavioural change and link to complementary services.
To do this, you will work alongside existing agencies to design a co-ordinated, intervention plan, addressing identified needs and risks, and promoting understanding of the impact of abusive behaviours.
You will work closely with the IDVA’s to review risk, develop safety plans, and improve outcomes for all parties involved.
You will be passionate and committed to working within a multi-disciplinary team and will have a demonstrable track record of working with complex need service users. This may be within the field of domestic abuse, and/or mental health, substance misuse and offending.
Extensive training will be provided which may include the opportunity to gain accreditation for working with perpetrators of DA.
Full driving licence is required.
All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure.
Applicants must be able to provide satisfactory evidence of their right to work in the UK at the application stage.
Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment.
Please apply directly on our website, via the link.
Closing date: There is no closing date for this advert.
The interview will consist of attitudinal testing and a formal interview panel.
Operational Manager – Supported Housing
We are seeking an experienced Operational Manager to lead two specialist supported housing services, helping people build independence through recovery, housing and employment.
Position: Operational Manager – Supported Housing
Salary: £36,729 per annum, plus £1,218 Essential User Car Allowance and management on-call allowance
Location: Brighton
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract
Working pattern: Hybrid – up to one day per week working from home, with additional flexibility when report writing
Closing date: CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged.
About the role
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead two established supported housing services helping people experiencing homelessness, recovery from substance use and barriers to employment to move towards greater independence.
You will manage two small, experienced teams across services providing shared accommodation in Brighton. While each service has its own remit and outcomes, both focus on providing safe accommodation alongside the support people need to rebuild their lives through recovery, employment, training and increased independence.
Key responsibilities will include:
About you
You will be an experienced and resilient people manager with a professional background in supported housing, homelessness, addiction and recovery, social care or complex needs.
You will have experience of line management and team supervision, alongside the ability to manage competing priorities, risk and challenging situations. Knowledge of Psychologically Informed Practice and Trauma Informed Care is important, as are strong communication, partnership-working and report-writing skills.
Above all, you will be someone who can support and motivate both staff and clients while maintaining high standards of safety, accountability and service delivery.
About the organisation
You will be joining an established Sussex charity supporting people to overcome disadvantage and achieve greater independence.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Supported Housing Manager, Service Manager, Housing Services Manager, Recovery Services Manager, Homelessness Services Manager, Supported Accommodation Manager, Complex Needs Manager, Operations Manager or Social Care Manager.
Further Note:
Using AI in your application
We recognise that AI tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot Chat and Gemini can be helpful when preparing an application. However, we want to hear about your experience and skills in your own words, so we ask that you minimise the use of AI.
Please provide clear, genuine examples of how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role. The STAR model can be helpful when structuring your examples.
Applications are reviewed by at least two hiring managers and AI is not used to assess applications. Applications that rely heavily on AI can sound generic and make it difficult to understand your individual experience, so please make sure your application reflects you.
Neo-Natal Support Worker
£27,000 + Company Car (with an approx. retail value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8k) and other excellent benefits
This role covers the South West of London, including Chelsea & Westminster catchment area.
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need.
About the role:
This Best Companies Top 100 mid-sized organisation and Top 20 Charity is looking to appoint a Neonatal Support Worker (35 hours, 5 days per week) as part of a developing programme delivering high quality wrap-around care and support to families with a baby receiving treatment on the Neonatal Intensive Care units within the London & South East region, working collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team supporting the families.
Reporting to the Family Support Manager of the London & South East Care Team and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for providing needs-led emotional, social and practical support to families where a child/young person has a life threatening or terminal illness. You will enjoy responsibility for managing your own schedule, remaining flexible to the needs of the families on your caseload.
Having worked in a demanding and emotional environment you have a genuine interest in building supportive relationships and helping people; and having provided bereavement support to families, you understand processes of grief, loss and change - and how best to help others deal with its impact.
What we’re looking for:
· An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a special care baby unit/community environment and those with a recognised qualification in health or social care.
· A warm, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly
· Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines
· Practical and people-oriented - you will thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and be a confident user of IT (including MSOffice)
· A persuasive and open communicator - you will work collaboratively with your team and volunteers to ensure delivery of a high-quality service and support fundraising colleagues by writing case studies and family updates
· A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people and their families – aware that being responsive to others needs and concerns, is essential.
What we offer:
We are proud to be a Best Companies Two-Star rated organisation, an outstanding place to work! As a Top 10 Charity, we have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, including:
• Control over your own schedule, based on the needs of families on your caseload, to balance home and working life
• Company car for front line care posts (car P11D value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8k)
• Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%
• 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays – rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 days to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time)
• The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping
• Time off in Lieu
• Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year
• Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Help@Hand
• Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts
• Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes
• A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme
• Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth.
If you’d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our why work with us page on our website.
More information about us and our recruitment process can be found in our Candidate Pack on our website.
Development opportunities:
As part of our learning and development Anne Harris Skills Development Programme, we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be their best and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation.
Our Family Support Teams are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months, including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, introduction to play, drawing and talking training.
The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs.
About us:
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that.
How to apply:
Please visit our website and apply online.
Please disclose on your application form if you have used AI for any part of your job application.
Interviews will take place at our London & South East Care Team office with the dates to be confirmed. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful. If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know.
There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver’s licence to accommodate team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.
Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.
Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Progression Coach
We are seeking a proactive Progression Coach to help young people at risk of homelessness secure housing, strengthen their finances and build brighter futures.
Salary: £29,481 per annum
Location: Manchester
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent, full time
Closing date: 27 September 2026
About the role
As Progression Coach, you will join a close-knit and supportive team working with young people aged 18 to 25 who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness.
Managing your own caseload, you will provide personalised one-to-one support within the community. You will help young people find and maintain accommodation, improve their financial stability, build supportive social networks and engage in employment, education, training or other meaningful activities.
You will receive training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and apply its principles to help young people develop resilience, motivation and independence.
Your key responsibilities will include:
· Managing a large caseload and delivering person-centred, strengths-based support
· Completing high-quality risk assessments and SMART, outcome-focused support plans
· Delivering one-to-one support in the community and occasionally facilitating group sessions
· Safeguarding young people and responding appropriately to concerns and emergencies
· Maintaining accurate and timely records on the client database
· Building partnerships with statutory services, private landlords, charities and community organisations
· Involving young people in decisions about their support
· Working with internal and external evaluation teams to improve service delivery
· Participating in supervision, caseload reviews, appraisals and team meetings
· Working flexibly to respond to the needs of young people when required
About you
You will have experience of supporting young people affected by homelessness, mental ill health, substance use or limited access to opportunities. Comfortable working autonomously in the community, you will be organised, resilient and able to maintain positive relationships in a busy environment.
You will also bring:
· Experience of independently managing a large caseload
· Knowledge of risk assessment, support planning and safeguarding
· Experience of lone working within the community
· Strong record-keeping, literacy, numeracy and IT skills
· A commitment to strengths-based and person-centred practice
· Effective partnership-building and collaborative working skills
· Strong professional boundaries and personal integrity
· A commitment to equality, diversity, dignity and respect
· A reflective approach to learning and development
About Depaul UK
Depaul UK exists to end homelessness and change the lives of people affected by it. Since 1989, the charity has provided accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK.
You will receive tailored training and development, 26 days’ annual leave rising with service, family-friendly policies, a pension with employer contributions of up to 7%, an Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access, a cash health plan and retail and lifestyle discounts.
Depaul UK welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to fair, inclusive and safer recruitment. An appropriate DBS check will be undertaken where required.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Progression Coach
Please note this role is advertised by NFP People, the recruitment agency acting on behalf of Depaul UK.
Deputy Outreach Manager
We are seeking an experienced people manager to lead high-quality services and improve outcomes for young people facing homelessness and complex challenges.
Salary: £32,606 per annum
Location: North Tyneside
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent, full time
Closing date: 21 September 2026
About the role
Be the difference for young people facing homelessness.
As Deputy Outreach Manager, you will help lead services supporting young people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or experiencing other complex challenges. You will supervise and inspire frontline colleagues, maintain high standards of support and housing management, and help young people move towards safer, more independent futures.
Working closely with the wider management team, you will make confident decisions, manage risk and ensure services operate safely and effectively. You will also develop strong relationships with commissioners, stakeholders and delivery partners, representing the service at regular meetings and supporting successful partnership working.
Your key responsibilities will include:
· Supervising and supporting teams and individual staff members
· Ensuring young people receive safe, consistent and person-centred support
· Overseeing safeguarding, risk assessments and support planning
· Maintaining effective housing management and service standards
· Monitoring health and safety through regular checks, risk assessments and reporting
· Helping to manage local project budgets and resources
· Building productive relationships with commissioners, stakeholders and partner agencies
· Working with internal teams, including Finance, HR, Quality and Compliance, Fundraising and Communications
· Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation and continued development of the service
About you
You will be an experienced and proactive manager who can lead people, manage competing priorities and make sound decisions in complex situations.
You will bring:
· Experience of supervising teams and individual staff members
· Experience of delivering safe services to young people at risk, both in accommodation and within the community
· Strong decision-making and risk management skills
· Experience of safeguarding children and young people
· Knowledge of risk assessments and support planning
· Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills
· Strong professional boundaries and personal integrity
· The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners
· A commitment to equality, diversity, dignity and respect
Experience of working within Ofsted requirements would be desirable but is not essential.
About Depaul UK
Depaul UK exists to end homelessness and change the lives of people affected by it. Since 1989, the charity has provided accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK.
You will receive tailored training and development, 26 days’ annual leave rising with service, family-friendly policies, a pension with employer contributions of up to 7%, an Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access, a cash health plan and retail and lifestyle discounts.
Depaul UK welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to fair, inclusive and safer recruitment. An appropriate DBS check will be undertaken where required.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Deputy Service Manager, Assistant Service Manager, Outreach Team Leader, Housing Services Manager, Supported Housing Manager, Homelessness Service Manager, Project Manager or Support Services Manager.
Please note this role is advertised by NFP People, the recruitment agency acting on behalf of Depaul UK.
Young People Support Worker
We are seeking a resilient and compassionate Support Worker to help young people overcome homelessness and move towards brighter, independent futures.
Salary: £26,436 per annum
Location: South Tyneside
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent, full time
Closing date: 27 September 2026
About the role
No two days will be the same in this rewarding role. As a Young People Support Worker, you will help young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability to build their confidence, develop practical skills and achieve greater independence.
You will manage a caseload of young people who need homelessness prevention or pre-tenancy support, developing personalised plans that help them secure accommodation and improve their wellbeing. By building trusting relationships and taking a creative approach to engagement, you will help each young person identify their strengths, overcome barriers and work towards their goals.
Your key responsibilities will include:
· Managing a caseload and delivering tailored, outcome-focused support
· Completing risk assessments and developing effective support plans
· Providing homelessness prevention and pre-tenancy support
· Delivering drop-in and planned sessions at the community hub and other local venues
· Supporting young people to access education, training, employment and volunteering opportunities
· Working with statutory services and partner agencies to provide coordinated support
· Maintaining safeguarding, professional boundaries and accurate records
· Completing health and safety checks and reporting concerns
· Supporting and supervising volunteers who contribute to the service
The role will involve lone working and responding calmly and professionally to challenging situations.
About you
You will be passionate about helping young people create positive change and able to build effective relationships with individuals who may be facing significant challenges.
You will bring:
· Experience of completing risk assessments and support plans
· A clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures
· The ability to engage young people creatively and sustain positive working relationships
· Confidence working independently and managing challenging situations
· Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills
· Strong professional boundaries and personal integrity
· An effective and collaborative approach to partnership working
· A flexible and responsive approach to meeting the needs of the service
· A commitment to equality, diversity, dignity and respect
About Depaul UK
Depaul UK exists to end homelessness and change the lives of people affected by it. Since 1989, the charity has provided accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK.
Joining Depaul UK means becoming part of an inclusive organisation where every achievement matters. You will receive tailored training and development, 26 days’ annual leave rising with service, family-friendly policies, a pension with employer contributions of up to 7%, an Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access, a cash health plan and a range of retail and lifestyle discounts.
Depaul UK welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to fair, inclusive and safer recruitment. An appropriate DBS check will be undertaken where required.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Youth Support Worker, Homelessness Support Worker, Housing Support Worker, Key Worker, Project Worker, Tenancy Support Worker, Community Support Worker or Young Person’s Support Worker.
Please note this role is advertised by NFP People, the recruitment agency acting on behalf of Depaul UK.
Senior Youth Worker, Employability and Enterprise
We are seeking a Senior Youth Worker to build and lead an employability and enterprise programme, creating meaningful opportunities and pathways for young people.
Position: Senior Youth Worker, Employability and Enterprise
Salary: £31,000 to £33,000 per annum, depending on experience
Location: Edgware, London
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, including regular evenings and weekend work
Contract: Fixed term for one year. This is a funded position and the aim is to extend the term of employment if funding is renewed
Closing date: 9th October 2026
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to build, develop and lead an Employability and Enterprise programme for young people aged 13 to 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs.
You will develop a mix of universal and targeted activities, helping young people explore their aspirations, build practical skills and progress towards employment, education, training, volunteering and enterprise.
Enterprise will form an important part of the programme, including engaging younger members aged 13 to 15 through practical projects, enterprise challenges and activities that develop confidence, teamwork, problem-solving and business skills.
A key responsibility will be establishing and leading a daytime targeted NEET programme for young people who are not in education, employment or training, are at risk of becoming NEET, or face barriers to progression. You will provide one-to-one and small-group support and help young people identify meaningful next steps.
You will also build employer and corporate partnerships that lead to genuine opportunities, including work experience, mentoring, workplace visits, employer-led workshops and career insight sessions.
As a Senior Youth Worker, you will also:
About you
You will have substantial youth work experience and experience of leading activities and managing projects. You will understand employability and education, employment and training pathways and be confident developing a programme rather than simply delivering an established service.
You will be an excellent communicator who can engage young people from different backgrounds, including those facing barriers to education or employment.
You will also bring strong safeguarding awareness, organisational skills and the ability to develop effective relationships with employers and external partners.
About the organisation
You will join a vibrant youth organisation committed to raising young people's aspirations and creating opportunities for them to thrive.
The organisation provides a safe and inclusive environment where young people can access activities, support and positive relationships.
The role requires flexibility, including regular evenings and approximately one weekend session per month. An enhanced DBS check is required.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Senior Youth Worker, Youth Employability Lead, Employability Programme Lead, Youth Programme Lead, Youth Worker, Youth Employment Adviser, NEET Support Worker, Employability Officer, Youth Engagement Officer, Employment and Training Officer. #INDNFP
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People.
Our Specialist Social Workers work closely with the Head of Expert Witness Service to ensure the delivery of high-quality independent social work reports (ISWRs). They supervise volunteer social workers, quality assure reports, carry out social work assessments themselves, and contribute towards volunteer training opportunities and service development to maintain excellence in social work practice.
The core Specialist Social Worker role is three days per week, with the opportunity to work additional days by taking on service operations and referral coordination responsibilities.
Benefits:
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an empathetic leader with IAA Level 2 Asylum and Protection and Immigration accreditation, dedicated to empowering young refugees as they rebuild their lives in the UK? Join our passionate team in Streatham Hill to lead frontline delivery caseworkers, supervise complex casework, and champion holistic support for young unaccompanied asylum seeking youth and refugees from the Horn of Africa (aged 14-25).
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and values-driven Casework Manager (£41,400) to lead our dedicated frontline team in Streatham Hill, with hybrid working available. In this pivotal role, you will balance technical casework supervision with compassionate people management—ensuring young asylum seekers and refugees receive high-quality advocacy, advice, and trauma-informed support.
As our Casework Manager, you will manage workload allocation across caseworkers, and maintain rigorous standards across all casework. You will also provide line management, support staff development, and track outcome data to compile clear reports for funders and management. You will take an active role in advocacy and campaigning work to drive policy change in line with DYP’s constitution.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Supervision & Casework: Lead and safely oversee complex legal and advocacy casework, ensuring service delivery aligns with active OISC Level 2 requirements.
Team Leadership & Development: Provide high-quality line management, regular casework supervision, and professional development support to a team of dedicated caseworkers.
Service Quality & Compliance: Monitor workload capacity, ensure data accuracy on CRM databases (e.g., Salesforce), and uphold strict data protection and confidentiality standards.
Safeguarding: Maintain robust child and young adult safeguarding protocols across all activities up to the age of 25.
Reporting: Compile impact and activity reports for internal management, trustees, and funders.
What We Are Looking For
Active IAA Level 2 Accreditation in Asylum and Protection and Immigration.
At least two years’ proven experience delivering casework, advice, and advocacy to vulnerable young refugees or asylum seekers.
Demonstrated ability to manage team workloads, track outcomes, and handle operational HR procedures with support from DYP management.
Deep knowledge of UK immigration policy, social care systems, and the specific challenges faced by unaccompanied asylum-seeking children and young adults.
Excellent communication skills, high empathy, and a strong commitment to maintaining healthy professional boundaries.
Why Join Us? In return, we offer a supportive, collaborative environment where your expertise directly shapes the lives of young people settling in the UK. We offer £41,400 per annum and dedicated support for your ongoing professional development.
Working as part of our handyperson team, you will deliver kind and friendly person-centred services to diverse communities across east London and Essex. You will work with people referred by our community partners, our hospital discharge teams, and wider AUKEL colleagues to help older people remain safe in their homes.
Carry out home energy checks and support by fitting simple energy-efficiency measures in their homes. These include putting up curtain poles and thermal curtains, installing radiator reflector panels, draught-proofing, fitting LED light bulbs and distributing timer switches etc.
Carry out home repairs and maintenance work for older people and/or their carers across East London.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Full Time | Permanent Contract
Salary: £12.71 per hour (increasing to £13.45 after 6 month probation)
Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable women to overcome challenges, rebuild confidence and achieve greater independence?
Harrogate Homeless Project is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Women’s Support Worker to join our Client Services Team. This rewarding role provides vital support to women experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity, helping them access the services, opportunities and encouragement they need to move forward with their lives.
Working across our hostel, Springboard Day Centre and supported accommodation, you will provide person-centred support in a safe, welcoming and non-judgemental environment. You’ll be part of a supportive team committed to empowering women to achieve positive outcomes and maintain sustainable tenancies.
Key Responsibilities
What We Are Looking For…
We are looking for someone who is caring, resilient and committed to supporting women facing complex challenges.
Reporting to: Senior Support Worker
Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Contract: Permanent
This post is restricted to female applicants only under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. The role involves direct support, room checks and accommodation-related work with vulnerable female residents where privacy, dignity and wellbeing are central to the role.
Benefits Include
About Us
Harrogate Homeless Project provides people experiencing homelessness with a safe place to stay and the support they need to build confidence and move towards independent living.
We work with partners to give people facing disadvantage hope of a different future and empower people to change their lives through support, accommodation and opportunity.
Harrogate Homeless Project is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a brief covering letter to Eden Makey or call for an informal conversation about the role.
Closing Date: 4 October 2026
We will assess applications as they are received and interview suitable candidates on a rolling basis. Therefore, we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is appointed. Early applications are encouraged.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an exceptional leader motivated by compassion and commitment with a belief in people, that can take a thriving small charity to the next stage of professionalism and growth? Are willing to help our women and girls including Black Asian Minority Ethnic Refugee BAMER and their families in the area of benefit?
The Board of Trustees are seeking an experienced Chief Executive to drive operational efficiency and strategic growth, ensuring that we continue to make a lasting impact. As Chief Executive , you will play a key leadership role in overseeing the charity’s day-to-day operations, ensuring financial sustainability, governance, compliance, and organisational effectiveness
WAND is a women led and operated organisation that seeks to help women become agents of their own change and hence influence their families and communities. We work with all women including those in marginalized and excluded communities through advocacy, support and advisory services.
Above posts are open to women only and are exempt under the Sex Discrimination Act 7(2) (d) and (e) and the Race Relations Act 5(2) (d) 1976.
St Joseph’s Hospice – a leading East London hospice providing compassionate care and support to people with life-limiting illness, their families and carers – is seeking an Interim Head of Supportive Care.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead and transform a diverse portfolio of supportive care services, ensuring that people living with life-limiting illness, and those important to them, receive outstanding, person-centred support that enables them to live well until the end of life.
About the Role
As a key member of the Hospice leadership team, you will lead the development and delivery of our supportive care strategy in line with the Hospice Strategy 2026–2031. You will drive service transformation, develop innovative models of care, strengthen community partnerships, expand volunteer-led services, reduce health inequalities and improve outcomes for patients, families and carers.
You will work collaboratively across the Hospice, the North East London Integrated Care System, voluntary sector partners and local communities to ensure our services remain accessible, responsive and sustainable.
A significant aspect of the role is leading engagement with diverse communities, increasing awareness of hospice services, developing strategic partnerships and supporting the ambitions of compassionate communities across East London.
The post holder will also act as the Hospice's Designated Safeguarding Lead for Adults and Children, providing organisational leadership and assurance on safeguarding practice and governance.
About You
We are looking for an experienced senior leader who can demonstrate:
About St Joseph's Hospice
Founded in 1905 by the Sisters of Charity, St Joseph's Hospice provides specialist palliative and end-of-life care for the diverse communities of East London. We are committed to delivering outstanding care and creating a culture where patients, families, volunteers and staff feel valued, supported and empowered.
Our mission is to help people live as fully as possible, for as long as possible, when facing life-limiting illness.
Why Join Us?
Join St Joseph’s team and find out more!
Closing date: 30 September 2026.
Interview date: 8 or 9 October 2026.
We are an equal opportunities and a disability confident employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
An exciting full time opportunity has opened up at CPSL Mind.
CPSL Mind is a vibrant, values-led charity that supports local people in their recovery from mental health issues, promotes wellbeing and campaigns against stigma and discrimination.
Head of Finance and Sustainability
Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary Scale Point: 33
Salary: £42,525.00 per annum
Based: in Cambridge or Peterborough with hybrid working options.
About CPSL Mind
Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and South Lincolnshire (CPSL) Mind is a progressive and expanding mental health charity. Our vision is a society in which everyone has positive mental health and feels part of a connected community.
Our work ranges from prevention and early intervention to award-winning crisis support. We also seek to influence positive change through our training services and ground-breaking campaigns activity.
About the Role
As a key part of CPSL Mind’s Senior Leadership Team, this role will provide strategic and operational leadership for the organization financial management, ensuring robust governance, financial sustainability and informed decision making across the charity.
You will lead the finance function, ensuring the highest standards of financial control, compliance, reporting and operational efficiency, while driving a culture of financial accountability throughout the organization.
Alongside this, you will oversee our income generation portfolio, including fundraising, training and events, ensuring these functions contribute to a diversified and sustainable income base. You will also lead our broader approach to financial sustainability, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen commercial decision making, maximise value for money and ensure every pound delivers the greatest possible impact for the communities we serve.
Key Criteria You must have:
Closing date: 11th October 2026
Interview Date: 22nd October 2026 in Cambridge
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
CPSL Mind is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
We actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of your offences.
CPSL Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and work in accordance with our safeguarding policies and procedures.
No agencies please.