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This is an exciting role in our committed policy team leading the fight to end child poverty in the UK. The government has just published a UK wide cross-government child poverty strategy, and made some historic commitments to reduce child poverty including scrapping the two-child limit and expanding free school meals in England. However, there is more to do, and this is a great time to join CPAG as we look to monitor the impact of these changes and influence policy makers and parliamentarians to ensure child poverty is high up the agenda.
We are looking for someone with a track record of communicating complex policy areas in an accessible manner to a range of non-specialist audiences. You will have knowledge of parliamentary processes and the different advocacy levers that can be used to influence change. You will enjoy working collaboratively to identify policy issues and develop solutions, working closely with colleagues across the organisation as well as externally.
In addition, in a senior policy officer we are looking for someone to take a lead role in developing CPAG’s policy and research programme, including leading the delivery of research projects, helping to shape our press and campaigns work, and contributing to the development of future projects including fundraising.
You will have a track record of producing high quality research and analysis, including policy briefings, on social policy issues.
The postholder will be working in a fast moving, high profile and complex policy environment and will need to balance short term priorities with long term objectives. Current priorities include influencing the implementation of the forthcoming child poverty strategy, sharing analysis and expertise as part of the DWP’s review of universal credit, and monitoring the development of the green paper on the changes to disability benefits.
We welcome applications from individuals with the skills and experience outlined and we can be flexible about working arrangements, including considering part time hours. We operate a hybrid working system and would be happy to discuss any flexibilities required. CPAG is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion which you can read more about in the job pack.
Please note we are recruiting for one person with the right fit at either the policy officer or senior policy officer level.
For more information about this post and to apply download the (Senior) Policy Officer job pack.
If you have questions or need specific arrangements or reasonable adjustments to take part in the selection process please contact us.
Closing date for applications: Monday 16 March (midnight)
Interviews will be held in London w/c 23 March.
Child Poverty Action Group works to prevent and end child poverty – for good.
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We are seeking an enthusiastic and service-minded IT Support Analyst to provide first- and second-line support across Samaritan’s Purse International (SPI) and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA). This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to develop a strong foundation in IT within a Christian ministry context.
In this role, you will help ensure our staff are equipped with reliable, secure technology. As IT Support Analyst, you will support the setup, maintenance and day-to-day management of end-user technology across the organisation. You’ll work closely with colleagues across all departments and liaise with external technology partners to keep our systems running smoothly.
This is an entry-level role suited to someone with strong technical curiosity, a willingness to learn, and a desire to grow in IT support and operations.
Key Responsibilities:
· End-User Device Setup & Support
· Systems & Applications Support
· Collaboration & Communications
· Vendor & Service Coordination
· Asset & Access Management
· Learning & Development
Occupational Requirement
In accordance with the Equality Act of 2010 and due to the context of the role there is an ‘occupational requirement’ for the post holder to be an evangelical Christian. The job holder should be committed to the purpose of SPI and be able to demonstrate enthusiasm for the Christian purposes of the organisation and be able to live out, hold to, support and contribute to its Christian ethos.
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We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Specialist Behaviour Support Worker to join our Learning Disability Service in Newham.
£29,120 per annum working 40 hours per week
Why Work With Us?
At Look Ahead, helping you thrive is part of how we work. We offer an extensive package of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development, and an inclusive culture that values every individual. We've carefully designed our benefits to support your wellbeing, reward your commitment, and empower you to build a fulfilling future.
Our benefits include:
- Annual leave that increases up to 30 days with length of service
- Free DBS check
- Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway®, plus access to the Blue Light Card scheme
- Fully paid induction and ongoing training opportunities
- ILM courses and Apprenticeship programmes to support progression
- Cycle to Work scheme
- 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to online wellbeing resources
- Quarterly Staff Awards recognising outstanding contribution
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
What You'll Do
As a Specialist Behaviour Support Worker, you will support customers with complex behavioural needs, ensuring they receive tailored interventions that help them develop independence, stability and confidence. You will deliver high-quality behavioural support, work collaboratively with professionals, and maintain a safe and empowering environment.
Behaviour Analysis Responsibilities
- Observe, monitor and analyse customer behaviours including duration, intensity, triggers and potential risks
- Plan and implement appropriate interventions to modify and mitigate challenging behaviour
- Apply strong interpersonal skills to support customers through psychological and behavioural changes
- Work collaboratively with community services and external agencies
- Demonstrate a strong grounding in behavioural analysis and evidence-based practice
- Present information professionally and provide feedback in multidisciplinary settings
- Report safeguarding concerns including abuse, neglect or endangerment
- Contribute actively to reviewing and designing behaviour intervention plans
- Implement behaviour support plans and monitor if goals and objectives are being met
- Communicate with families and care managers regarding progress
- Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and adjust support accordingly
- Assist customers in recognising inappropriate behaviour and developing healthier alternatives
- Support new staff in applying behavioural interventions
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date behavioural records and documentation
Other Responsibilities
- Provide support to help customers build independent living skills, including personal or physical care when required
- Assist with domestic tasks to ensure customers enjoy a high standard of accommodation
- Participate in support planning and risk management led by the Lead Support Worker
- Carry out security duties to maintain the safety of customers and premises
- Monitor CCTV during shifts
- Support customers to access community resources and facilities
- Accompany customers to appointments, education enquiries, shopping trips and other essential activities
- Record and report any concerns related to customer welfare
- Adhere to all Look Ahead policies, procedures and statutory requirements
- Maintain accurate project records as directed
- Participate in team meetings, reviews and service development activities
- Undertake any additional duties appropriate to the role and service needs
- This list is not exhaustive and duties may evolve according to service needs.
About You
- Enjoys social interaction and encourages customer engagement in local activities
- Brings a warm, friendly and open presence
- Works well in a team and values collaboration
- Remains calm, resilient and clear-thinking under pressure
- Is organised, practical and logical in approach
- Thrives in dynamic and diverse environments
- Communicates respectfully, clearly and sensitively
- Is confident, motivated and committed to continuous improvement
- Handles challenging behaviours positively and constructively
What You'll Bring
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years' experience supporting customers with Autism, Behaviour that Challenges and/or Diabetes
- Good IT skills
- Full driving licence
Desirable
- Experience using PBS (Positive Behaviour Support) approaches
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expect all staff to share this commitment.
If your application is unsuccessful, we may contact you about alternative roles where appropriate. You will not need to submit another application.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if the vacancy is filled before the published closing date.
We are proud to champion diversity and inclusion, holding Silver accreditation from Inclusive Employers and being a member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
As we journey towards our vision to bring fulness of life for every child, no matter what struggles they face, we’re looking for a motivated and mission-driven individual to join our team as Finance Manager.
The Finance Manager will play a central role in shaping the financial strength and future growth of the charity. As the operational lead for day-to-day finance, you’ll ensure robust financial controls, deliver accurate and timely reporting, and provide clear, strategic insight that empowers leaders across the organisation. Working closely with the Director of Finance, you will be a key voice in safeguarding financial health and driving forward our mission.
As a fully qualified accountant, you will lead a high-performing finance function, bringing expertise across budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and analysis. You will oversee and continually improve financial systems and processes, ensuring they are efficient, compliant, and fit for a growing organisation with ambitious goals. Your leadership will help ensure long-term sustainability and support informed decision-making at every level.
Beyond core financial management, this role offers the opportunity to shape broader organisational development. The Finance Manager will work closely with TLG’s commercial subsidiaries - Hope Park Business Centres and Hope Park Workspaces (Salford Quays) - providing financial oversight, analysis, and strategic advice to help these ventures thrive. The success of these income‑generating enterprises plays a key role in funding and expanding the charity’s work with children, young people, and families.
This is an exciting opportunity for a confident, forward‑thinking finance professional who wants to make a meaningful impact - both in strengthening financial performance and in supporting a mission that transforms lives.
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.
Hours: Part-time or full-time (0.8-1 FTE, 30-37.5 hours)
Closing Date: Thursday 12th March
Initial Interviews: Wednesday 18th March – Online
Final Interviews: Monday 30th March – at our National Support Centre in West Yorkshire
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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High Wycombe / Hybrid (minimum one day per week in office, with flexibility)
Full-time | 2-year fixed term with potential to extend
£36,000 – £37,500 + £312 annual home‑working allowance
A role with real impact.
As our Senior EA to the CEO and Board Governance Lead, you will be a trusted partner in enabling strong leadership. You will help ensure the CEO’s time is protected for strategic work, governance remains robust, and organisation-wide priorities move forward with confidence and coordination.
This is far more than a traditional EA role. It is a strategic, trusted position supporting the CEO, Board of Trustees, Development Board and senior leaders to operate effectively, make well‑informed decisions, and uphold the highest standards of governance and organisational integrity.
You will make a direct impact by ensuring:
- The CEO is consistently prepared, focused and supported
- Board and Committee governance and meetings are well planned, compliant and professionally delivered
- Actions are recorded and followed up and escalated as appropriate
- Trustees, staff, and stakeholders have the information and clarity they need
- Systems, processes, and communication stay strong across the organisation
- Every decision is more informed, every action more purposeful
Are you looking for a role where your insight, strong organisation, governance expertise, and calm authority help power change with real purpose? At Embrace the Middle East, this is exactly the opportunity we offer.
We are seeking someone with:
- Proven experience supporting a CEO or senior leader in a high‑demand role
- Experience coordinating Board or committee governance, including agendas, papers, minute‑taking and action tracking
- Strong judgement, confidentiality and upward management skills
- Advanced Microsoft 365 skills (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneNote, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Exceptional organisation, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- A proactive, anticipatory working style with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders
- Experience advising on governance processes and best practice
- The ability to build clear, reliable systems and workflows across teams
A full list of essential and desirable criteria can be found in the job pack.
We are driven by a deep commitment to dignity, justice and compassionate partnership. As a Christian development charity, we work alongside local Christian organisations across the Middle East to help transform the lives of those who are vulnerable, marginalised or living in poverty. These partnerships rely on strong governance, effective systems and confident leadership - all of which this role directly supports.
If you are motivated by purpose, excel under pressure, and thrive in a role where precision and people‑focused service come together - we would love to hear from you.
As a Christian organisation, this role requires commitment to the mission, vision and values of Embrace the Middle East, either as a practising Christian or as someone supportive of and sympathetic to our faith‑based ethos. The role includes participation in internal prayer meetings, reflective gatherings and occasional Christian fellowship activities.
How to apply:
To apply, please go to our website via the apply button.
Closing date: 5.00pm on Thursday, 12th March 2026.
Provisional interview date: Thursday, 19th March 2026 (at the High Wycombe office).
We strongly encourage you to submit your application before this deadline.
Embrace the Middle East is an equal opportunity employer. In line with our recruitment policy, we are committed to attracting and selecting staff solely based on merit, skills, qualifications, and ability to perform - regardless of age, race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or socioeconomic background. Our recruitment process is structured, transparent, and designed to eliminate bias, ensuring that every candidate receives fair treatment and consideration. All job opportunities are advertised openly, and selection decisions are based on clear, pre-defined criteria and objective assessment methods. We stand by the values of dignity, fairness, and inclusion in all our communications and activities.
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For homeless people, or those at risk of homelessness, finding employment and housing opportunities can feel like an uphill battle, even more so if they’re affected by physical, mental health or substance misuse issues. Providence Row works with those affected by homelessness and those vulnerably housed in London, offering an integrated service of crisis support, advice and progression programmes. We ensure that people often excluded from mainstream services gain the support and opportunities they need to create a safe, healthy and sustainable life away from the streets. We’re looking for a Head of Marketing to bring energy, creativity and focus to our marketing activity—boosting awareness, growing supporter engagement and helping drive income across fundraising streams. You’ll also play a part in the wider leadership of the organisation as a member of our management team.
The ideal candidate
To be considered for this role, you should be able to:
- Support with the development of the annual marketing strategy to achieve fundraising targets and contractual service delivery requirements.
- Build marketing programs to support specific marketing objectives across different channels and segments in support of the overall marketing plan.
- Lead on the execution of marketing programs from start to finish, driving collaboration with stakeholders and leveraging the right internal processes and support.
- Support with fundraising acquisition activity linked to new prospects and opportunities e.g. individual philanthropists, decision makers in companies, trusts, foundations and local authorities.
- Overall responsibility for brand management and corporate identity.
- Managing Providence Row's digital profile, including maintenance and development of the website, social media, external website listings and links, and Google Ads (etc).
- Overseeing the production of organisational marketing materials. This may involve project managing production of materials or providing oversight to other staff producing materials.
- Improve upon current social media activity with editorial calendar and content for social media networks including Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, blogs and similar platforms.
Research shows some people, especially women and marginalised groups, may hesitate to apply unless they match all the criteria. However, we want to assure everyone that we encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of whether they fulfil every point in the job description. Your unique perspective matters to us – please apply with confidence.
Benefits
- 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Employee assistance programme
- Access to shopping discounts
- Learning & development opportunities
- Monthly reflective practice
To apply: Please upload your CV with a covering letter detailing how you meet the job specification by 12 March 2026 at 23:30.
Interviews
Please note that we may interview on a rolling basis and therefore encourage early applications.
Providence Row is a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales; company number 07452798 registered charity number 1140192.
We tackle the root causes of homelessness to help people get off, and stay off, the streets.



We are seeking an experienced and diligent HR Administrator to provide HR admin support to the organisation. You will be responsible for all HR administration, including the production of HR paperwork, and serve as the day-to-day generalist HR contact for all employees. We do not currently have HR software, so reviewing our requirements in this area would be one of your responsibilities.
This is part-time fixed-term position, as we review the organisation’s needs in this area, and will be subject to review and possible extension at the end of six months.
As a small charity (c. 35 staff including part-time and casual workers), the role will require balancing practical tasks with more senior HR responsibilities. You'll be based in the office (a lovely rural setting near Twyford, Reading) for at least two days per week and, being situated within the rehabilitation centre, you will have daily contact with those men whom you are helping. They inspire and motivate us just as much as we seek to encourage and support them.
As this is a strategic post within an actively Christian setting, applications should be from committed Christians. Schedule 9, Part 1:3(a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies
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Are you passionate about supporting leaders from around the world? Do you thrive on creating transformative learning experiences and building international networks? We're looking for a Global Fellowship Manager to join our London-based team to manage a high-profile international fellowship programme within a collaborative team, working with global cities, cultural leaders and partners from six continents.
The Global Fellowship is the first of its kind. It will grow civic leadership and support future generations of cultural policy leaders who are responsible for managing complex projects, networks and cultural ecosystems.
You'll manage this pioneering programme and be instrumental in shaping the future of global cultural leadership as part of our small and dedicated team.
Location: Hybrid. In London office at least 3 days per week plus when meetings required. Flexibility for remote work and some international travel.
Reports To: Senior Programme and Research Manager
Employment Type: 12-month fixed term, full-time (37.5 hours/week). We will also consider 0.8 FTE or secondment arrangements
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Application Deadline: 04 March 2026 at 09:00 GMT
Selection process
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Pre-interview task: Shortlisted candidates will complete a 45-minute remote administration task (requires computer and internet access)
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Round 1: week of 9 March 2026
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Round 2: week of 16 March 2026
World Cities Culture Forum is the leading global network of over 40 creative cities, placing culture at the heart of city planning and investment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Want your fundraising to change lives, not just balance sheets?
The Friendly Food Club is looking for an ambitious, values-driven Fundraising & Partnerships Manager to grow income, build powerful partnerships, and help create healthier futures for families across Dorset and BCP.
The Friendly Food Club supports people from vulnerable groups and communities by building their cooking skills, confidence and resilience, to help break the cycle of food insecurity and low wellbeing.
This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of an established and growing charity and deliver real-world impact every day.
This role is perfect for someone who:
- Is aligned with our values of care, good health, inclusion and community
- Brings empathy, energy and a people-first approach
- Has a friendly, creative, resilient and solutions-focused mindset
- It happy to get stuck in and involved at all levels of development and delivery
- Lives in Dorset or BCP areas who likes a mix of working from home and getting out and about.
The role will:
- Develop and deliver Friendly Food Club’s fundraising strategy to align with the charity’s priorities.
- Identify, build and steward strong, values-aligned long-term funding and partnership relationships.
- Write compelling and effective funding applications, proposals and impact reports
- Monitor income performance and report to the CEO and Board
- Represent Friendly Food Club externally as an ambassador for its mission and values
Apply now and help cook up healthier futures for thousands across Dorset.
If you want your work to truly matter — and to be part of a supportive, mission-led team — we’d love to hear from you.
Deadline 28 February 2026 | In person interviews mid-March 2026 | Start date: Flexible for the right person
To apply, please submit your cv and a 1 page proposal stating why you are the perfect fit, presenting in a format that is aligned to a corporate partnership proposal for a chosen company, ensuring that you cover the criteria above.
To empower everyone to enjoy a positive connection to food and have the ability to prepare nutritious and delicious meals that transform lives



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Communications Manager
Part-time: 18.75 hours per week (0.5 FTE)
Contract duration: Fixed term until 30 June 2026, with strong likelihood of extension
Line managed by: Head of Policy & Engagement
Location: Remote within the UK (with occasional travel as needed)
Salary: £40,000 FTE (£20,000 pro rata)
About GISF and Protect Aid Workers (PAW)
The Global Interagency Security Forum (GISF) is a member-led NGO network working to strengthen security risk management across the humanitarian and development sectors. With over 150 member organisations, GISF provides resources, convening spaces, and expertise to help keep aid workers safe.
Protect Aid Workers (PAW) is a multi-partner mechanism that supports humanitarian personnel who have experienced serious security incidents while carrying out their work. PAW provides financial assistance and access to legal support to aid workers and their families following critical incidents, including detention, serious injury, kidnapping, or death. The mechanism aims to fill gaps in protection and support where organisational or national systems are insufficient. PAW is delivered through a consortium of partners, including GISF, Legal Action Worldwide, and Protect Humanitarians, and funded by the European Commission.
About the role
GISF is seeking a Communications Manager (0.5 FTE) to lead a high-quality, high-impact communications for the Protect Aid Workers (PAW) initiative, ensuring strong, consistent, and compelling public-facing outputs that amplify the programme’s impact and visibility across partner and audiences. The role will be embedded within the PAW programme, while reporting into the GISF Secretariat under the line management of the Head of Policy and Engagement.
Key responsibilities
Lead on priority PAW communications deliverables, including:
Human stories and case-based communications
- Work closely with PAW case managers to identify suitable stories of aid workers who received support from the PAW mechanism following an incident
- Develop and produce compelling written and visual human stories with consideration of sensitivities
- Translate case learnings into accessible comms products
Design and visual communications
- Develop and maintain PAW graphic templates and visual assets
- Produce partner comms kits, social media assets and visual toolkits
- Ensure consistent branding across all PAW outputs, including materials produced by partners
Events and external engagement
- Support the events team with communications needs for key programmatic events
- Develop event-specific comms plans, materials, and live outputs
- Coordinate with PAW partners to align messaging
Other
- Provide additional communications support as needed
Person specifications
- Demonstrable experience leading communications for complex programmes, partnerships, or campaigns
- Experience developing human stories end-to-end, from identifying suitable cases to final presentation
- Competence in graphic design tools, particularly InDesign and Canva
- Proven experience producing high-quality visual materials, including templates, toolkits, or brand assets
- Ability to turn ideas into clear, visually engaging products (infographics, reports, slide decks etc)
- Strong writing skills for different audiences
- Experience leading communications for events
Attributes
- Strong judgment and sensitivity when handling difficult subject matters
- Ability to build trust with partners and beneficiaries
- Commitment to high-quality delivery and collaborative working style
The Global Interagency Security Forum (GISF) is a member-led NGO forum that drives change through our global network of over 130 member organisations.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Deputy Service Manager
Location: Derby City (on-site role)
Salary: £35,674.05 per annum
Contract type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Deputy Service Manager to support survivors who have been impacted by domestic abuse. We are recruiting for a Deputy Service Manager who is passionate about supporting survivors who are impacted by domestic abuse. In this role you will provide line management and support to community-based staff who support survivors of domestic abuse across Derby City. This will include providing supervision on complex casework, overseeing operational emergencies and ensuring high standards of casework.
The Deputy service manager will join our management team to assist the service manager in the delivery and development of high-quality support to survivors accessing our community-based services in Derby City. In this role you will ensure the smooth running of high-quality service to support survivors of domestic abuse. This will include managing staff teams to ensure effective advocacy is provided to survivors who are at medium/standard risk and their children.
A key requirement is to provide personal welfare support and to ensure that survivors are provided with a safe, supportive outreach service
Suitable candidates must have proven experience of providing direct emotional and practical support, and of managing case work. In addition, you must have experience of managing and motivating staff, knowledge of domestic abuse issues, experience of providing support to survivors, and experience of working in community-based services
As a member of the management team, you will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on call service, on a rota basis, responding to out of hours emergencies.
This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
Closing Date: 09:00am 2 February 2026
Interview Date: 11 ansd 12 March 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Deputy Manager to join our Mental Health Social Care Service in Tower Hamlets. No personal care or experience is required, just the right values.
£36,000 per annum, working 40 hours per week.
Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
Our benefits include:
* Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
* Free DBS
* Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
* Fully paid induction programme and further training
* ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
* Online wellbeing resources
* A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
* Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
The Deputy Service Manager will play a central role in the day-to-day leadership and development of Barnsley Street Project, a co-located pilot service operating with East London Foundation Trust (ELFT - NHS) and the Third Sector Mental Health Alliance partners. The service provides six hospitality beds for short-term stays and a drop-in service operating 8am-8pm for anybody in the community needing support with their mental health. This role is designed for a reflective, values-led manager who is comfortable working without fixed templates, and who can hold clinical, ethical, and organisational complexity.
Barnsley Street is intentionally experimental. It seeks to move away from coercive, compliance-driven models of mental health support and instead develop humane, relational, psychologically informed ways of working that prioritise choice, collaboration, dignity and proportionality in risk management. The Deputy Service Manager will work closely with the Service Manager to build, test and refine new processes in real time, while maintaining accountability, safety, and learning.
The post holder will provide operational leadership, line management and practice leadership to frontline staff. They will deputise for the Service Manager when required and act as a key interface between Look Ahead, ELFT and Third Sector colleagues, commissioners, and wider system partners.
Working pattern is 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday, with some flexibility to support the supervision of Waking Night Support Workers.
What you'll do:
Practice & service leadership
* Provide day-to-day operational leadership of the service, supporting the development of a psychologically informed, anti-coercive and relational culture.
* Act as a visible practice leader, modelling curiosity, reflective thinking, and ethical decision-making in complex and uncertain situations.
* Work collaboratively with ELFT and Third Sector partners within the shared building, contributing to genuinely integrated ways of working.
* Support the development, testing and refinement of new ways of working, including alternatives to traditional risk assessment, escalation, and containment-focused responses.
* Hold and communicate the service's values and purpose, particularly when under pressure and scrutiny.
Risk, safeguarding & governance
* Lead a proportionate, relational and least-restrictive approach to risk, balancing safety with autonomy, dignity, and psychological safety.
* Support staff to think critically about risk management, encouraging a proportional response that puts the customer at the heart of the process.
* Ensure safeguarding concerns are identified, held and responded to in line with statutory requirements, while maintaining a trauma-informed and non-punitive stance.
* Work alongside the Service Manager to ensure appropriate recording, learning, and reflective review of incidents, near-misses, and complexities.
* Contribute to a learning culture where mistakes, uncertainty, and anxiety can be thought about.
People management & staff development
* Provide direct line management, supervision, reflective space for Support Workers, Specialist Support Workers and Waking Night Support Workers.
* Deliver high-quality supervision that integrates performance, wellbeing, emotional impact, and practice reflection.
* Support staff to develop confidence in working relationally and tolerating uncertainty.
* Identify learning and development needs within the team and support progression, retention, and succession planning.
* Foster a culture of trust, shared responsibility, and mutual accountability, avoiding micromanagement while maintaining clear boundaries and expectations.
Please see our jobs site for the full job description.
About the role:
To support the smooth running of HR, administration, IT coordination and organisational events. The role works closely with the Business Operations Manager, the Director of Finance and Business Operations and colleagues across the charity to ensure a positive employee experience and effective internal systems.
About Croydon Drop In
Croydon Drop In (CDI) has been serving children and young people in the London Borough of Croydon since 1978. We are deeply embedded in and trusted by local communities. Each year, we work with over 5,000 children, young people and families, providing life-changing support, advice and guidance.
We are a proud member of Youth Access and operate a Youth Information, Advice and Counselling Service (YIACS), partnering closely with the NHS, Local Authority, Education Providers, the Police and other Voluntary and Community Sectors organisations.
Since 2019, CDI has grown rapidly, with the largest growth being the expansion of our therapeutic services and outreach support. Our income has grown to £1.9m and our focus is now on consolidating our position and ensuring our infrastructure, processes and governance are robust to support our continued growth and long-term sustainability.
What do we offer?
Generous Annual Leave entitlement
Flexible and remote working options
Employee Assistance Programme cover via Healthshield
Annual organisation team day out
CPD training days
Employer Pension Scheme
Bike to Work Scheme
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Join Homeless Oxfordshire as a Project 41 Support Worker, supporting people with experiences of homelessness, trauma, substance use, and mental health needs to live more independently in dispersed accommodation. You’ll build compassionate, trauma-informed relationships, deliver high-quality support, coordinate with partners, manage risks and safeguarding, and help clients move on to suitable long-term housing. Join a supportive team where your commitment, resilience, and positive approach truly change lives.
Main Purpose Of Job:
Project 41 accommodates individuals within the homeless pathway and as part of Oxfordshire’s Homelessness Alliance. These individuals have support needs including substance use, mental health and offending histories, but are able to live in dispersed accommodation in Oxford with a higher level of independence than in our hostels. The successful candidate will understand the trauma people using our services have experienced, and have a compassionate and assertive approach to building relationships. At Project 41 you will provide high quality support service provision, work with clients to ensure suitable and timely move on, ensure the health and safety and safeguarding of service users and colleagues, work in a psychologically informed way, and develop and maintain effective partnerships with relevant agencies.
Main Areas Of Responsibility:
- To ensure the effective delivery of high quality support, housing management and resettlement opportunities.
- To develop effective professional relationships with service users that is trauma informed and compassionate, and which empowers and motivates our service users to make positive changes in their lives.
- To work in partnership with support agencies to coordinate a holistic response to an individuals needs; this may include substance use services, probation, health professionals and adult social care.
- To lead on identifying and applying for suitable move on accommodation, and providing support throughout the move and whilst settling in to new accommodation.
- To assess risk and suitability of referrals for the service.
- To be responsible for creating and actioning person centred, strengths based support plans, and identifying and working towards suitable move on.
- To assess and manage risk for individuals and in the service, creating and maintaining risk assessments for all clients. Reporting any safeguarding concerns without delay in line with procedures.
- Work with the Team Manager and colleagues to achieve agreed contractual performance targets and organisational targets and objectives.
- Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment across accommodation services; this may including room cleaning and clearance.
- Manage challenging situations in line with procedures and to ensure the safety of yourself and others.
- Ensure that IT systems are updated as required and concise record keeping is completed promptly.
- To participate in the induction of and support new team members.
- To contribute to a positive team culture which is inspiring and motivational.
- Comply with Homeless Oxfordshire’s policies and procedures.
- Contribute to a positive working environment in which equality and diversity are valued and staff are enabled to do their best.
- Contribute to the work of the broader team.
About Us:
We are an open door for people experiencing homelessness whose lives have been shaped by trauma and disadvantage; providing safety, stability and support when it is needed most. We deliver this support across Oxfordshire by providing a range of accommodation with access to high quality support, offering a safe and welcoming space for people to take control of their own lives. We are an accredited Oxford Living Wage employer, and benefits to the role include: annual leave starting at 26 days (excluding bank holidays), flexible working, enhanced benefits with qualifying service, retail discounts with our Homeless Oxfordshire Benefits Hub, and life assurance up to four times your salary and a £250 bonus if you successfully refer a someone as a new colleague through our Employee Referral Scheme as a thanks from us!
What’s Next: Have a look at the job description to find out more about the role and apply on our website. Please be aware that this role is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check and will be undertaken for the successful candidate .
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we identify a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We’re looking for a skilled and values-driven Training Manager to design and deliver an accredited development programme supporting ex-service users to progress into Refuge Case Worker roles.
You’ll lead a 3-month accredited training programme followed by 6 months of supported, on-the-job development, with two cohorts each year over a three-year funded period. Managing the programme end-to-end. The training programme will be engaging, directly delivered by you alongside specialist partners. You’ll ensure it is trauma-informed, culturally competent, survivor-led and accredited, combining face-to-face and online learning with structured placements in our refuges.
This role is central to strengthening our workforce, creating safe employment pathways for Black and minoritised women survivors, and building a sustainable, skilled refuge workforce.
Due to the nature of work and focus of LBWP, the organisation considers the candidate’s race and gender, to be an occupational requirement in accordance with Parag. 1, Schedule 9, of the Equality Act 2010. Therefore, this post is open only to Black and minoritised i.e. Global Majority, women.
Please submit a CV and covering letter - your covering letter to detail how your experience and skills meet the person specification points identified in the column 'CV/CL'.
London Black Women’s Project (LBWP) is a specialist, women-only organisation dedicated to supporting Black, Asian and minoritised women.





