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Cure Parkinson’s is the only organisation in the UK solely dedicated to finding a cure for Parkinson’s, one of the fastest growing neurological conditions in the world. All of our work goes towards finding ways to slow, stop or reverse the condition.

We believe that we are closer than ever to a cure and are acting with urgency to make this a reality for the 166,000 people in the UK and 11.8 million people worldwide living with Parkinson’s.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Fundraising and Events Assistant to join our Public Fundraising Team on a temporary contract until May 2027. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone who would like to develop their skills in relationship, events and community fundraising. You’ll manage administrative tasks on behalf of our team, whilst delivering high-quality stewardship to our supporters. You’ll also gain hands-on experience of event management on some of our most exciting annual fundraising events such as the TCS London Marathon and our Walk To Cure Parkinson's.

We’re looking for someone with great people skills, as well as drive, initiative and determination. You’ll be highly organised, detail-focused, and self-motivated, with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, can-do attitude. This role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced role with plenty of variety, who can juggle multiple tasks, and stays calm under pressure. If this sounds like you, we look forward to hearing from you!

Are you looking for a new role in Veterinary Physio and Hydrotherapy?
We are seeking a skilled professional to oversee our rehabilitation facilities, providing physiotherapy and hydrotherapy to support dogs’ recovery and wellbeing while enhancing their kennel environment.

Please note, this is a part time role working 15 hours per week.

What does this role do?

As a Veterinary Physiotherapist and Hydrotherapist you will: 

• Manage the rehabilitation suite and associated facilities, delivering tailored exercise and therapy programmes while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and equipment.
• Work closely with vets, welfare, and behaviour teams to assess dogs’ clinical and mental health, provide case updates, and contribute to welfare reviews.
• Handle administrative tasks including scheduling, patient records, stock, invoices, and providing pre- and post-adoption support to adopters.
• Supervise and support staff in the rehabilitation facility, ensuring health and safety compliance, and stay up to date with professional training and best practices.

Could this be you?

You will hold relevant canine hydrotherapy and physiotherapy qualifications with hands-on experience, able to work independently and supervise others. You will have strong communication, organisational, and customer service skills, a good understanding of dog welfare, and the resilience, fitness, and flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment. 

What does this team do?

The Rehoming department is responsible for helping as many dogs as possible find their forever homes, whether they are cared for in our network of Rehoming Centres, in a foster home or by their current owner using the Home Stay scheme. We strive to achieve excellence in our rehoming processes and to ensure the highest standards of veterinary and behaviour care through our highly skilled teams.

Interviews will be held at our Loughborough Rehoming Centre.

About Dogs Trust

We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.

Team: Individual Giving 

Location: Homebased with occasional travel for meetings 

Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday 

Salary: Up to £36,327.99 per annum 

Contract: Fixed term until 30th June 2027 

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them. 

Will you join us and make life better for cats? 

Responsibilities of our Individual Giving Officer: 

• The successful candidate will be responsible for leading on projects across multiple communication channels to recruit and steward our wonderful supporters. This includes everything from leading creative development, building engaging and thoughtful supporter journeys, and project managing campaigns – all of which feature cats at the heart, of course!

• You will work closely with agencies to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget, and monitor and report on campaign performance.

About the Individual Giving Team: 

• We sit within the Marketing & Income Generation directorate 

• Our team is responsible for the recruitment and retention of individual supporters to generate over £21 million each year and provide leads for the other teams in the directorate 

• We currently have a team of 14 working across Acquisition and Retention on our Cash Appeals and Raffles, Membership, Sponsorship, Lottery and regular giving programs using Mail, Telemarketing, Face to Face, DRTV, email, Digital, Social and other paid media 

What we’re looking for in our Individual Giving Officer: 

• Experience in an Individual Giving role or similar, ideally working with agencies in the third sector

• Proven track record of achieving income against agreed financial targets

• Experience in leading projects and managing schedules 

• Proven ability to multi-task and work on own initiative, accurately and under pressure

•  A good working knowledge of transaction and contact databases

What we can offer you: 

• Health and wellbeing support to help you stay well while working remotely

• Flexible working options to support a healthy work–life balance

• Ongoing learning and development to help you build your skills and grow your career

• 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service

• A competitive contributory pension scheme and life assurance for peace of mind

• Financial wellbeing support, including access to Salary Finance

• Access to discounted pet insurance to help care for your pet’s health

• Learn more about our full reward package:  

Interested? Here’s how to apply: 

Application closing date: 27th September 2026 

Virtual interview date: 5th & 6th October 2026 

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to. 

If successful, your recruitment journey will include: 

1. Anonymised application form 

2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams 

Please email if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey 

Interim Supported Housing Manager

Croydon/Reigate | Women’s Homelessness Service ⏳ Interim Contract until end November 2026 | Immediate Start | Full-time, hybrid – 4-days on site

I am delighted to be working with a values-driven charity is seeking an experienced Interim Supported Housing Manager to lead a specialist women’s homelessness service in Surrey.

This is an opportunity to oversee a psychologically informed, trauma-responsive supported housing community delivering high-quality accommodation and holistic support to women facing homelessness and multiple disadvantage.
The service supports residents to rebuild stability, wellbeing, independence, and community connection through personalised support and strong partnership working.

The Role
You will provide operational leadership across the service, managing day-to-day delivery, staff performance, safeguarding, compliance, housing management, and service development.
You will lead and support a frontline team to deliver strengths-based, trauma-informed support while ensuring the service remains safe, effective, and resident-focused.
Responsibilities include: Leading the operational management of a supported housing service Managing staff performance, supervision, recruitment, and development Overseeing safeguarding, risk management, health & safety, and compliance Monitoring budgets, expenditure, and service performance Developing partnership working with housing providers and external agencies Supporting positive move-on outcomes and sustainable housing pathways Embedding psychologically informed and resident-led practice throughout the service

About You
We are looking for a confident and compassionate manager with: Experience managing supported housing or homelessness services Strong understanding of trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches Knowledge of safeguarding, housing management, and support delivery Experience leading teams within supported living, homelessness, or social care settings The ability to manage operational pressures while maintaining high-quality service delivery Excellent stakeholder and partnership-building skills.

Experience supporting women experiencing homelessness or multiple disadvantage would be highly advantageous.

Why Apply?

Opportunity to lead a meaningful, specialist service Supportive values-led organisation Immediate impact role with autonomy and visibility Chance to shape service quality and resident outcomes

If you are immediately available, with the above skills and experience,  please apply online today, I would love to have a conversation with you!

Location: Reigate, Surrey, hybrid (4 days per week on site)
Contract: Temporary, 4 months
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week between Monday and Friday (plus on-call duties)
Pay: £22.47 per hour (+ £2.71 holiday pay)
Start Date: ASAP

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting our client, a Christian housing, care, and homelessness charity, in the search for an interim Supported Housing Manager to lead their 19 bed supported housing service in Reigate.

This role provides a fantastic opportunity for an experienced manager to lead a trauma-informed and person-centred specialist female supported housing service. By providing high quality leadership to a dedicated team, ensuring high quality service delivery, and efficient operational performance, the successful applicant can make an immediate and meaningful difference in an impactful organisation.

Due to the role requiring working with vulnerable women, we can only consider female applicants (this position is exempt under Part 1 of Schedule 9 of The Equality Act 2010 due to the genuine occupational requirement). Also due to the nature of the role and the need to start ASAP, the successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS registered with the Update Service and a notice period of no more than 2 weeks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operation of the supported housing service.
• Provide leadership, supervision and development support to a team of support workers.
• Oversee referrals, assessments and resident admissions.
• Ensure residents receive personalised, strengths-based and trauma-informed support.
• Develop partnerships with external agencies, housing providers and support services.
• Monitor service performance, quality standards and compliance requirements.
• Manage budgets, income and expenditure within agreed parameters.
• Ensure safeguarding concerns, incidents and complaints are managed effectively.
• Maintain oversight of health and safety, property maintenance and service compliance.
• Encourage resident involvement and foster a positive, supportive community environment.

Key Requirements:

• Recent, relevant experience in a housing management role within a not-for-profit organisation, with an understanding of related support services, team leadership, and managing budgets.
• High level of organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Collaborative and proactive approach, with the capability to work both independently and in a team.

CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis so if you're interested, please apply ASAP with your CV in Word format.

At Prospectus, we believe recruitment should be human-led and we are committed to supporting you throughout your application journey. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. While AI may be used to support our administrative process, all applications are reviewed by people and all hiring decisions are made by experienced recruiters.

Hours: Full-time - 35 hours per week

Contract type: 12-month fixed term contract (Potential to extend) 

Base: Droitwich office/hybrid. Includes regular travel to locations in Birmingham. 

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others?

Do you want to work with like-minded professionals in a supportive team?

Rees supports people who have experienced foster care or residential care at any stage in their lives, including those with custodial experience. We recognise the importance of lifelong support networks and aim to help care experienced people thrive in all aspects of their lives.

We listen and offer help and advice across a wide range of areas, working with public and voluntary sector partners, businesses and other organisations.

Overview

As one of our Project Co-ordinators, you will be responsible for the planning, co-ordination and delivery of our Best Start in Life project for care experienced parents in Birmingham.

Working closely with colleagues, delivery partners and stakeholders, you will help ensure programme activity runs smoothly and reaches those who may benefit most. The role combines project coordination with hands on delivery, including supporting workshops, events and engagement activity.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that improves wellbeing, connection and life outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Management

• Co-ordinate the day-to-day delivery of the programme and initiatives
• Plan workshops, events and activities
• Attend and support with delivery sessions alongside partners
• Maintain project plans, monitor progress and adjust activity where needed
• Co-ordinate delivery partners to ensure services meet the needs of care experienced people

2. Communication and Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with delivery partners, commissioners and stakeholders
• Act as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders
• Address issues promptly and effectively
• Organise and ensure clear communication and follow-up
• Prepare and share updates and reports

3.  Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Monitor delivery against agreed KPIs
• Maintain accurate project documentation including progress reports and risk logs
• Track budgets and flag any issues with Project Delivery Manager.
• Collect and analyse feedback and outcome data
• With support from Projects Delivery Manager, complete reporting to commissioners and funders
• Identify opportunities to improve programme delivery.

4. Budget Monitoring and Reporting

• Alongside Project Delivery Manager, liaise with the finance team regarding project budgets
• Identify and escalate any financial risks or concerns

5. Quality and Compliance

• In partnership with Project Delivery Manager, support quality assurance processes to maintain high standards

6.  Additional Duties

• Participate in meetings, training and events as required.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the project
•  Work in line with the charities ‘Vision and Values’.
•  Respond flexibly to changing demands.
•  Act as a good ambassador for the organisation
•  Undertake continuing professional
• Carry out other duties as required

Qualifications and Skills

Essential:

• Proven experience in project coordination, ideally but not necessarily within the charity, healthcare or not for profit sectors.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Ability to manage and prioritise tasks effectively, ensuring accuracy and quality in all work.
• Experience analysing data and preparing comprehensive reports.
• Budget monitoring skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project tools

Desirable:

• Local knowledge of West Midlands communities, particularly Birmingham
• Understanding of the challenges faced by individuals who have been in the care system.
• Professional certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).

Personal Attributes

• Comfortable engaging with participants and stakeholders in workshops and events
• Empathetic and compassionate, with a genuine desire to improve the lives of care leavers.
• Proactive and solution-focused
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional and trustworthy

Other

• Ability and willingness to travel regularly across Birmingham to deliver sessions and attend meetings with partner agencies
• Full, clean driving license and access to a vehicle.

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and welcome applications from those who are care leavers.

The closing date for this role is 29th September 2026. We reserve the right to extend this date or close the vacancy early if application volume is high. 

Exercise and Wellbeing Officer

21 hours (3 days per week) Fixed-term contract to 31 March 2027

(potential to become permanent subject to funding)

Salary £16,894 Pro Rata (£28,156 FTE)

Age UK Croydon is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Exercise and Wellbeing Officer to help guide our Healthy Lifestyles Service. Our Healthy Lifestyles Service delivers a range of activities including seated and standing exercise programmes, health checks, social engagement opportunities, health hubs and Memory Tree Cafés for people living with dementia and their carers. Services are delivered across community venues and care homes throughout Croydon.

About the Role

As a Exercise and Wellbeing Officer, you will play a pivotal role in improving the health, wellbeing and independence of older people across the community. Working with the Healthy Lifestyles Service Manager, you will help shape and deliver a range of meaningful activities while providing day-to-day support and guidance to staff and volunteers.

Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

· Prepare and deliver seated and standing physical activity sessions in care homes and community venues across Croydon.

· Carrying out basic health checks, including blood pressure and other wellbeing measurements.

· Supporting the delivery of Health Hubs, wellbeing events and health promotion activities.

· Building positive relationships with care homes, community venues, partner organisations and guest speakers.

This is a varied and rewarding role, offering the opportunity to combine leadership, partnership working and direct service delivery while helping older people stay active, connected and independent.

About You

We are looking for someone who is energetic, approachable and committed to supporting older people to live healthier,

more connected lives.

You will have:

· Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualification, Exercise Referral qualification, Otago Exercise Programme, REACT qualification, or another relevant physical activity, fitness, falls prevention or rehabilitation qualification.

· Good understanding of the issues affecting the health and well-being of older people including exercise, healthy eating, nutrition and malnutrition

· Good understanding of the needs of older people including dementia

· Excellent working knowledge of administration processes and systems

· Good knowledge of IT systems including Excel, PowerPoint and Word

· Experience of compiling monitoring reports, reporting on quality, performance KPIs, project outcomes and impact

Closing date for applications: 28th September 2026

Interview Dates: TBC

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check

HELP DELIVER TRAINING THAT CENTRES LIVED EXPERIENCE

We’re looking for an experienced Oliver McGowan Tier 2 Facilitating Trainer to support and facilitate face-to-face training sessions across Sussex, working alongside autistic trainers and trainers with learning disabilities.

ABOUT LIVED EXPERIENCE TRAINING

Lived Experience Training supports autistic trainers and trainers with learning disabilities to design and deliver training that improves services and communities, while also supporting trainers to build confidence and work skills.

The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism places the voices of people with lived experience at the centre of learning. As a Facilitating Trainer, you’ll help create an inclusive learning environment in which co-trainers are supported to prepare, participate and lead as fully as possible.

YOU WILL

· Facilitate Oliver McGowan Tier 2 training sessions across Sussex.

· Support autistic trainers and trainers with learning disabilities to prepare for, attend and co-deliver sessions, including reasonable adjustments and practical support where needed.

· Encourage co-trainer confidence, participation and leadership, and support timely debriefs following sessions where required.

· Work closely with the Service Manager and wider Lived Experience Training team to respond to changing support needs and improve delivery.

· Complete essential session administration, including registers and feedback, accurately and promptly.

WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO CAN DEMONSTRATE

· An Oliver McGowan Tier 2 Facilitator qualification and successful experience delivering face-to-face training in health and social care or a similar environment.

· Experience of building rapport and working collaboratively with autistic people and people with learning disabilities.

· Up-to-date knowledge of autism, learning disability and relevant health and social care practice, including legislation relevant to Oliver McGowan training.

· Excellent communication, presentation, facilitation and time-management skills, with the ability to adapt to different learning and support needs.

· The ability to work independently as part of a distance-managed team and travel regularly to training venues across Sussex, including venues that may be difficult to reach by public transport.

An Oliver McGowan Tier 1 Facilitator qualification and a relevant Level 3 training or teaching qualification are desirable but not essential.

WHY JOIN US?

You’ll be part of a project that values lived experience as expertise and is committed to inclusive, collaborative training. The role offers flexible sessional work, meaningful responsibility and the opportunity to support co-trainers to grow in confidence and influence practice across health and social care.

Due to the nature of the role and its work with autistic people and people with learning disabilities, the successful applicant will be required to undertake a Basic DBS check.

For further details and to apply, please visit Impact Initiatives Website

We’re looking for an experienced Oliver McGowan Tier 2 Facilitating Trainer to support and facilitate face-to-face training sessions across Hampshire, working alongside autistic trainers and trainers with learning disabilities.

ABOUT LIVED EXPERIENCE TRAINING

Lived Experience Training supports autistic trainers and trainers with learning disabilities to design and deliver training that improves services and communities, while also supporting trainers to build confidence and work skills.

The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism places the voices of people with lived experience at the centre of learning. As a Facilitating Trainer, you’ll help create an inclusive learning environment in which co-trainers are supported to prepare, participate and lead as fully as possible.

YOU WILL

· Facilitate Oliver McGowan Tier 2 training sessions across Hampshire.

· Support autistic trainers and trainers with learning disabilities to prepare for, attend and co-deliver sessions, including reasonable adjustments and practical support where needed.

· Encourage co-trainer confidence, participation and leadership, and support timely debriefs following sessions where required.

· Work closely with the Service Manager and wider Lived Experience Training team to respond to changing support needs and improve delivery.

· Complete essential session administration, including registers and feedback, accurately and promptly.

WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO CAN DEMONSTRATE

· An Oliver McGowan Tier 2 Facilitator qualification and successful experience delivering face-to-face training in health and social care or a similar environment.

· Experience of building rapport and working collaboratively with autistic people and people with learning disabilities.

· Up-to-date knowledge of autism, learning disability and relevant health and social care practice, including legislation relevant to Oliver McGowan training.

· Excellent communication, presentation, facilitation and time-management skills, with the ability to adapt to different learning and support needs.

· The ability to work independently as part of a distance-managed team and travel regularly to training venues across Hampshire, including venues that may be difficult to reach by public transport.

An Oliver McGowan Tier 1 Facilitator qualification and a relevant Level 3 training or teaching qualification are desirable but not essential.

WHY JOIN US?

You’ll be part of a project that values lived experience as expertise and is committed to inclusive, collaborative training. The role offers flexible sessional work, meaningful responsibility and the opportunity to support co-trainers to grow in confidence and influence practice across health and social care.

Due to the nature of the role and its work with autistic people and people with learning disabilities, the successful applicant will be required to undertake a Basic DBS check.

For further details and to apply, please visit impact Initiatives Website

Lord’s Taverners 

The Lord’s Taverners exists to positively impact the lives of young people facing the challenges of inequality. Through inclusive and transformative cricket programmes, we empower young people with disabilities and from disadvantaged communities across the UK and beyond. 

We are now seeking an energetic team player to join the People and Programmes directorate. You will play a collaborative role in strengthening how data is collected, governed, analysed and communicated. This is a fixed term contract until 30 September 2027 and is available as an immediate start for the right candidate. 

The Role 

The Data and Insight Co-ordinator will enable Lord’s Taverners to make confident, evidence-led decisions by transforming programme and organisational data into meaningful insight; developing accessible reporting and dashboards; and work across teams and delivery partners to improve data quality, demonstrate impact and support continuous improvement, sustainable growth and strategic priorities. 

About You 

You will be an organised, proactive and people focused individual who enjoys supporting others, producing accurate records and has a keen eye for detail. You’ll bring strong communication skills, confidence managing key information, and a positive, can‑do approach to working as part of a busy team. 

You will bring: 

• Strong knowledge and understanding of data administration and ability to produce high-quality outputs. 

• Strong knowledge and understanding of data management systems and strong numerical skills. 

• Strong data digital technology capability (preferable Upshot and Power BI) with growing adoption of AI capabilities 

• Ability to design effective and easily interpreted data dashboards. 

• Ability to train others in an easy to understand and engaging environment. 

• Ability to understand and interpret data problems and find and implement solutions. 

• Understanding of data governance practices and policies. 

At Lord’s Taverners, sport is a means to an end. We are looking for people who share our belief in sport’s power to change lives, and who are motivated by impact,inclusionand opportunity for young people. 

Above all, youwill be motivated by our mission and aligned with our values:We Include, We Inspire, We Empower. 

Safeguarding 

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

This role requires an enhanced DBS check and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. In line with statutory guidance, applicants do not need todiscloseyouth cautions or any protected convictions or cautions. 

As part of our safer recruitment practices, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. 

Benefits 

• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays 

• Fiveadditionaldays between Christmas and New Year 

• 6% pension contribution 

• Group income protection 

• Critical illness cover 

• Life assurance 

• Health Cash Plan 

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay 

• Employee Assistance Programme 

• Two volunteering days 

• Birthday day off 

• Season ticket loan 

• Flexible working 

• Wellbeing plan 

Application Instructions 

Please read the application instructions carefully and completely. 

Please submit your CV, and a written response (maximum 350 words) to the following question: 

“Please describe a time when you had to translate complex, technical data into a simple, compelling story for a non-technical audience. What communication format or visual tools did you choose, and what challenges did you have to overcome?” 

We will not accept applications that do not complete this task, or applications that upload a cover note in place of the required written response. 

 
Please upload your written response where the application form asks for a cover note. 

Key Dates 

Applications open: Tuesday 15th September 2026 
Application deadline: Sunday 27th September 2026 

Please note we may close the vacancy early if we receive exceptional applications. Should this occur, all applicants will be notified. 

First Round - Interviews scheduled: Friday 2nd October 2026 

Second Round - Interviews scheduled: Friday 9th October 2026 

Interview Process 

First Stage (Online) 

The first stage will take place online and will last 45 minutes in total. The session will include: 

• 20-minute (max) task/activity 

• 25-minute debrief and questions with the hiring managers 

Second Stage (In Person) 

Shortlisted candidates who progress to second stage will be invited to a 60-minute in person interview, comprising: 

• 45 minutes of competency-based questions 

• 15 minutes for further conversation about the role 

Interview questions will be shared with shortlisted candidates in advance to support preparation. 

Accessibility 

We want every candidate to feel comfortable and able to perform at their best. If you require any adjustments or support to take part in the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate. 

Support Worker

• Duration: 4-6 weeks temporary role
• Salary: £15.38 per hour plus £1.86 per hour holiday pay
• Location: On-site, located in South-East London, Woolwich
• Working Pattern: Full-time or part-time, flexible working arrangements considered
• Mondays and Tuesdays as fixed working days
• A third day which can be flexible (Friday would be particularly helpful)
• Wednesdays would not be suitable
• Thursday and Friday breakfast sessions run from 7:30am to 11:00am, and support during these times would be especially valued
• Start Date: early October
• DBS: Enhanced DBS required

Charity People is delighted to be partnering with a leading London homelessness day service to recruit a Temporary Suport Worker.

This is an opportunity to join a respected community-based organisation supporting people experiencing homelessness, poverty, addiction and mental health challenges.

The organisation provides practical frontline support alongside longer-term interventions that help people access housing, healthcare and life-changing services.

About the Role

This is a highly rewarding frontline position supporting individuals who may be experiencing homelessness, rough sleeping, housing insecurity, substance misuse or mental health challenges.

Working as part of a small, dedicated team, you will provide assessment, triage and casework support, helping people access the services and resources they need to improve their circumstances and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting new and existing guests accessing the service
• Completing wellbeing and triage assessments on their system
• Helping ensure new guests are registered and assessed as quickly as possible
• Supporting people to access GP services where they are not already registered
• Making referrals to appropriate external support services
• Working with partner organisations to help guests access the support they need
• Recording outcomes such as GP registrations, referrals and people supported

Whilst the role will not include responsibility for volunteers or safeguarding management, we are keen for someone who can make appropriate day-to-day decisions, take ownership of their work and confidently support guests, whilst recognising when more complex matters should be escalated.

About You

We are interested in hearing from people who have:

• Experience supporting vulnerable adults
• Experience within homelessness, housing, community health, outreach, substance misuse or related services
• Strong assessment and case management skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Experience using case management or CRM systems
• Knowledge of safeguarding and trauma-informed approaches
• The ability to work independently and flexibly within a fast-paced environment

You'll Particularly Stand Out If You Have

• Experience of homelessness prevention work
• Knowledge of local housing pathways
• Experience of harm reduction approaches
• Experience working alongside volunteers
• Understanding of mental health and addiction support services

This organisation values compassion, dignity, inclusion and lived experience. You will join a supportive team committed to making a meaningful difference every day.

How to apply

Please submit your CV as soon as possible to be considered for this opportunity.

Interviews will take place in person, with a view to making an appointment as quickly as possible.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to ensure the application process works for you.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Finance Assistant

• Duration: Temporary (3-6 months)
• Salary: £16.15-£17.82 per hour (equivalent to £29,387-£32,433 FTE)
• Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday
• Location: London / Hybrid working
• Office Attendance: Minimum 2 days per week (Wednesday is the core office day, with Thursday typically the second office day)
• Interview in-person: Wednesday 23 September
• Start Date: ASAP

Charity People is delighted to be partnering with Living Streets to recruit a Finance Assistant.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's leading charities dedicated to creating safer, healthier and more inclusive communities through walking. You'll join a supportive finance team during a period of growth, helping to maintain smooth financial operations across both the charity and its trading activities.

About Living Streets

Living Streets is the UK charity for everyday walking. Through campaigns, education programmes and partnerships with schools and local authorities, they work to create streets where people can walk safely, confidently and enjoyably. The organisation's trading arm supports this work through the sale of educational resources, awards and merchandise to schools and communities across the UK.

About the Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will provide essential support across the finance function, ensuring accurate and efficient processing of financial transactions and maintaining excellent internal and external customer service standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintaining purchase and sales ledgers
• Processing supplier payments and staff expenses
• Supporting Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities
• Undertaking weekly bank reconciliations
• Managing credit control activities and chasing overdue payments
• Reconciling debtor and creditor balances
• Processing daily allocations and month-end tasks
• Managing the shared finance inbox and responding to queries
• Raising journals and assisting with month-end processes
• Supporting annual audit and budgeting activities

About You

We're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:

• Experience in a Finance Assistant or similar transactional finance role
• Strong Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable experience
• Experience processing BACS payments
• Credit control experience
• Bank reconciliation experience
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Experience using finance systems
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• A proactive and collaborative approach to work

Desirable Experience

• Experience working within the charity or not-for-profit sector
• Experience using Microsoft Business Central
• Intermediate Excel skills, including working with spreadsheets and pivot tables
• Experience working with high-volume transactions
• Studying towards an accountancy qualification such as AAT, ACCA, ACA or CIMA

Hiring process

This is an urgent requirement and applications will be reviewed as they are received.

One-stage interview process in-person on 23^rd September.

How to apply

Please send your CV as soon as possible to be considered for this opportunity.

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Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

As the Senior Safeguarding Administrator, you will play a vital role in providing administrative support to key stakeholders, including the Bishop of Leeds and the Safeguarding team. Your responsibilities will encompass a range of tasks, from managing communications and meeting arrangements to ensuring the bishop's office's safeguarding processes align with published guidance.

You will act as a bridge between the Bishop's office and the diocesan safeguarding office, facilitating effective collaboration and information exchange. Additionally, you will contribute to the development of clear processes for clergy personal files and streamline the Permission to Officiate process, ensuring compliance with guidelines and robust local procedures.

The post is office-based and will involve working flexibly across two Leeds-based sites:

• Leeds Diocesan Office, Church House, 17-19 York Place, Leeds, LS1 2EX and
• Bishop of Leeds' Office, Hollin House, Weetwood Avenue, Leeds, LS16 5NG.

Both are easily accessible by public transport.

Interviews will take place in person on Monday 28 September at Hollin House, Weetwood Ave, in Leeds.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Bishop of Leeds and the Safeguarding team, including email and letter communications, query management, and PTO/OPTO paperwork preparation.
• Ensure the bishop's office's safeguarding processes are robust and aligned with published guidance.
• Facilitate collaboration between the Bishop's office and the diocesan safeguarding office through regular meetings, communication, and direct work with both teams.
• Support the administrative review of clergy personal files and develop clear processes for their management.
• Streamline the Permission to Officiate process at a local level, adhering to published guidance and developing electronic and physical filing systems.
• Identify gaps and develop new processes locally, with the ability to elevate procedural suggestions to the safeguarding team.
• Manage a busy workload, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines effectively.
• Handle confidential information in line with GDPR and local policies.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the cultural and traditional diversity within the Diocese's parishes.
• Maintain a flexible work approach and be willing to travel between sites as needed.

About You

• Excellent IT skills are essential, along with strong communication abilities, both written and verbal.
• The ability to innovate, initiate, and maintain effective administrative procedures is crucial.
• Experience in administrative roles and a relevant business administration qualification are required.
• Prior knowledge or experience in a safeguarding setting is desirable.
• Sensitivity to different cultures, traditions, and activities within the Diocese's parishes is essential.
• A flexible work approach and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a small team are key.
• The capacity to relate to a wide range of people and organizations is important.
• The ability to ensure personal and professional development is valued.
• Trustworthiness in managing sensitive data with discretion and integrity is a must.
• An empathetic understanding of the Church of England's faith and mission, as well as a commitment to reflecting Diocesan values, is essential.

The Sports Development Officer role develops, leads and coordinates sports activity programmes that increase participation and use sport to improve health, reduce crime and build social inclusion - working to the Selby Trust’s ‘Selby Active Sports Strategy’. 

In this role you will: 

• Grow and diversify Selby Active's sports portfolio while sustaining existing relationships (i.e. charities, the NHS, local authorities (Haringey Council and Enfield Council), funders (Including Tottenham Hotspur Foundation, England and Wales Cricket Board and Middlesex in the Community), schools and colleges and sport national governing bodies (NGBs).

• Build and maintain partnerships with strategic and local stakeholders

• Focus delivery on under-represented groups — young people, women, older and disabled people, and ethnically diverse communities

• Address issues of health, crime, and social inclusion

The role requires flexible work, including some evenings and weekends, to achieve the best possible outcome within available resources.

Principal accountabilities

• Recruit, supervise, train and manage Selby Active coaches, staff, volunteers and instructors, ensuring high-quality service delivery.

• Lead project coordination, planning, ongoing development and budget management, setting high-quality standards; work with the Partnerships and Funding Manager on sports bids.

• Identify sport, recreation and health initiatives, overseeing strategic planning and implementation.

• Coordinate, deliver and promote activities, classes and events - particularly for under-represented groups - working with internal colleagues and Haringey and Enfield Councils to develop a varied programme for the new Selby Centre.

• Engage informal and registered sports groups, especially those in our community, ensuring they are aware of the activities available to them.

• Represent Selby Trust and build effective relationships with sports users, volunteers, local sports groups, local authorities and awarding/professional bodies, including at local, regional and national meetings, seminars and conferences.

• Lead engagement with sports partners and proactively reach out to local clubs, delivering against KPIs and drawing on their collective expertise.

• Support capacity-building for small sports organisations, including identifying organisations for Selby's GLA-supported business support programme.

• Organising workshops, accredited courses and mentoring programmes.

• Monitor and evaluate our on-site activities and services, interpreting data to produce high-quality reports and presentations for funders and stakeholders (including the Board of Trustees and local authorities).

• Identify, apply for and provide information on sports grants and sponsorship, working with the Partnerships and Funding Manager.

• Co-lead the capture of stories, case studies and content for Selby Trust's digital channels.

• Work with Pre- and Post-16 initiatives to encourage sports participation and parental involvement.

• Check venues and manage facilities.

• Develop a community membership scheme.

• Work within relevant guidelines, including equal opportunities, health and safety, and safeguarding and child protection.

Requirements and skills: Essential

• Passion for sport

• A relevant qualification or demonstrable equivalent experience in sports development, coaching or community engagement

• Experience in community sports groups/club engagement and organising effective outreach & events

• Experience in monitoring and evaluation, and in producing reports and delivering presentations

• Strong and effective written/verbal communication skills

• Proven ability to engage and communicate with people from a wide range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds – including older and disabled people –and openness listening to and reflecting diverse views

• Stakeholder management and network building

• Good organisational skills – able to prioritise workload, manage time and meet deadlines, working both on own initiative and as part of a team

• Good level of working knowledge in Office 365 – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint

Requirements and skills: Desirable

• Understanding of social justice issues, particularly in relation to community empowerment

• Familiarity using HR systems, I.e. Bright HR

• Knowledge of local community and statutory and non-governmental organisations locally

• Knowledge of working with a CRM system and/or Project management system such as Salesforce