Carer jobs

About Kinship

We are Kinship. The leading kinship care charity in England and Wales. We’re here for kinship carers – friends or family who step up to raise a child when their parents aren’t able to. 

Together, let’s commit to change for kinship families.

About the role

The Senior Advice Worker – SEND will be the specialist and subject expert in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities and kinship care. You’ll provide 1:1 advice directly to kinship carers on all issues that impact on their caring role.

You will often be supporting kinship carers in high crisis. It will be part of your job to calm a situation quickly and support people to communicate what they need so you can provide personalised in-depth advice.

You’ll provide advice by phone, video calls and email, but you’ll also need to be able to respond to text, WhatsApp and online chat and other channels as we develop the service.

You’ll specialise in providing advice and information to enable kinship carers to support children with SEND needs, including speech, language and communication difficulties, social, emotional and mental health challenges, specific learning difficulties, and autism.

This will include advice and casework to support kinship carers to navigate the education system, understand Education, Health and Care Plan processes and access support from schools, children’s services and CAMHS.

As subject expert, you’ll provide expert input to the development of written information and resources and the development and delivery of specialist training for kinship carers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Respond to enquiries through a range of incoming channels. This includes taking calls on our advice line, as well as responding to enquiries submitted through our website, via internal referral or other channels.
• Provide high quality advice and information to kinship carers on their rights, entitlements and responsibilities in relation to welfare benefits, local authority allowances, support from children’s services, relevant legal orders, sources of educational, parenting and legal support and other issues that may be required.
• Assess vulnerability and risk to prioritise and respond to kinship carers’ issues in a timely manner.
• Research individual cases and identify possible courses of action.
• Address all safeguarding concerns in line with policy.
• Facilitate access to our advice service for people with diverse needs, e.g. by using appropriate translation services or assistive technology.
• Adapt communication style to respond appropriately to differing needs.
• Provide advice in a format that is manageable and understandable for the individual kinship carer.
• Apply agreed Kinship models of practice as appropriate, e.g. taking a trauma-informed approach.
• Provide specialist advice and casework on SEND-related issues. This may involve:
  • providing additional advice or support to enable a client to take action
  • undertaking follow-up action on behalf of the client to move the case on, e.g. negotiating with third parties
  • taking on complex casework to pursue significant outcomes for the client or strategic impact for all kinship carers

• Proactively update colleagues across Kinship on relevant updates in the SEND landscape, providing guidance to teams.

• Work closely with training colleagues to develop, create and occasionally lead training sessions to support kinship carers to navigate the SEND system.

Essential requirements include:

• Minimum of 2 years’ recent experience of delivering in-depth advice work on complex social welfare legal issues (e.g. benefits, housing, education or social care) to members of the public.

• Experience of giving both telephone and written advice.

• Either significant knowledge of and expertise in the SEND system and SEND-related issues, with the ability to develop expertise in kinship care advice; or, Significant knowledge of and expertise in kinship care advice, with substantial knowledge of SEND-related advice issues and the ability to become an expert in SEND advice for kinship carers.

• A demonstrable knowledge of relevant sources of advice and information. 

• Knowledge and evidence of good understanding of safeguarding issues and good practice.

• Proven understanding of the importance of confidentiality and a non-judgmental approach.

• Experience and confidence in development of resources

• Experience of effective management and supervision of staff, projects and/or services.

• Experience using Case Management Systems and/or Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platforms.

What we offer you:

• Flexible working - we understand how important it is to balance family and work life.
• ​30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (1 April to 31 March) pro rata (3 to be taken at Christmas shutdown)
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential advice line and counselling)
• Charity Worker Discounts.

Key dates:

• Application deadline: Monday 20 April 2026, 12pm
• First interview: w/c 4 May 2026 (online)
• Second interview: w/c 11 May 2026 (if required)

How to apply:

Please apply for the role of Senior Advice Worker - SEND by sending a CV and answering the questions below. The deadline is 12pm on Monday 20 April 2026. Any applications arriving after the closing date will not be considered for shortlisting unless there are exceptional reasons. Please ensure you have read the application timelines.

Please provide a cover letter answering the following 4 questions (up to 250 words per answer):

1. Give an overview of how your experience, qualifications and training equip you for the role of Senior Advice Worker - SEND.
2. Explain why you want to work for Kinship.
3. What are the key skills and personal attributes that you would bring to the role?
4. What do you see as the most significant advice issues confronting kinship families navigating the SEND system?

Kinship is committed to championing equality, diversity and inclusion.  We believe our work is greatly enhanced by the varied backgrounds, experiences and views represented within our teams.  We aim to create inclusive teams, celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be their true self at work.   We therefore encourage applications from anyone who fits our values, whatever their religion or belief, sex, gender identity, race, age, sexuality or disability and are actively seeking candidates that can bring real innovation and commitment to us. 

About Kinship

We are Kinship. The leading kinship care charity in England and Wales. We’re here for kinship carers – friends or family who step up to raise a child when their parents aren’t able to. 

Together, let’s commit to change for kinship families.

Purpose of the role: 

• To facilitate introductory training workshops for kinship carers across England, as part of the national training team, through an annual programme of Kinship roadshows and in-person and online workshops.
• To contribute to the continual development and improvement of the Kinship training programme by developing new content and refining existing materials in line with insight, data, and feedback from kinship carers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Co-facilitate professional, high-quality training to kinship carers in England.

• Experience managing challenging or sensitive situations during training while maintaining clear boundaries, using Kinship's safeguarding framework where necessary.

• Ensure training is accessible, inclusive, and adapted to meet the diverse needs of participants.

• Meet training KPIs, including participants reporting they feel better supported (90%) and have increased understanding of the subject (80%).

• Contribute to the continuous development of training resources using insights, data, and feedback from kinship carers.

• Maintain a consistent and engaging approach across all training experiences.

• Use Salesforce effectively as the case management system to support training delivery, learning, and evaluation.

• Demonstrate confident and frictionless use of Zoom, including breakout rooms and interactive tools, to deliver engaging online training sessions.

• Actively support and contribute to a high-performing, inclusive, and supportive team environment.

Essential knowledge, abilities, skills and experience includes:

• Substantial experience delivering engaging online and in-person training and workshops for diverse audiences.

• Proven experience in professional facilitation using a range of techniques to engage participants.

• Demonstrable expertise using Zoom (including breakout rooms and tools) and PowerPoint to deliver high-quality training.

• Experience managing challenging or sensitive situations during training while maintaining clear boundaries.

• Proven ability to deliver training that achieves measurable impact and learning outcomes.

• Demonstrated use of a non-judgemental approach reflected in both language and behaviour.

• Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills with high attention to detail.

• Ability to collaborate effectively and work innovatively to achieve positive outcomes for kinship carers.

What we’ll offer you 

Kinship offers 30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time). We have an excellent wellbeing offer including the Employee Assistance Programme and clinical supervision. We will invest in your professional development with training and career development opportunities.

Key dates:

• Application deadline:      9am on Wednesday 15 April 2026
• First interview: w/c 20 April 2026 (online, 20-minute training presentation)
• Second interview:          w/c 27 April 2026 (online, panel interview)

Kinship reserves the right to close applications early on receipt of sufficient applications. Apply early!

How to apply

Please apply via CharityJob by attaching your CV and a covering letter, and responding to the following four questions (max 250 words per answe): 

1. With reference to the job description, describe how your experience and values are a good fit for this role at Kinship?
2. Tell us about your experience delivering training workshops to diverse audiences.
3. Co-facilitation is an important aspect of delivering engaging and effective workshops, both online and in person. Can you describe your understanding of co-facilitation and outline the key components that make it successful? 
4. Describe three things which are key to delivering an engaging and high-quality online training session.

Kinship is committed to championing equality, diversity and inclusion.  We believe our work is greatly enhanced by the varied backgrounds, experiences and views represented within our teams.  We aim to create inclusive teams, celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be their true self at work. We therefore encourage applications from anyone who fits our values, whatever their religion or belief, sex, gender identity, race, age, sexuality or disability and are actively seeking candidates that can bring real innovation and commitment to us. 

The Fundraising Development Administrator will play a vital role in supporting the Director of Fundraising across corporate partnerships, philanthropy and special events. 

The successful candidate will provide high-quality administrative and project support whilst also developing skills in copy writing, marketing, events, stewardship, prospect development and fundraising strategy. The role offers valuable exposure to senior stakeholders, donors, and wider organisational projects. 
 
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is hard-working, enthusiastic, keen to learn and passionate about pursuing a career in fundraising, working work with a driven team in a small, but impactful and growing charity to improve the lives of young carers and patients.

Terms and Conditions

· Job Title: Military Families Support Worker

· Reports To: Head of Operations  

· Location: Hybrid role based in Didcot, with travel to schools, homes, and community venues as required.

· Hours: 10 hours a week on a freelance contract.

· Rate of pay: £25 per hour.

· 12 month contract, possibility of extention with funding. 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

· Liaise with schools, local authorities, and military welfare services to advocate for the needs of military young carers.

· Develop and deliver workshops, information sessions, and support groups tailored to the circumstances of military families.

· Signpost young carers and their families to relevant support services within Be Free Young Carers.

· Maintain accurate, confidential records and contribute to monitoring and evaluation of support provided.

· Raise awareness of the specific needs of military young carers within the organisation and the wider community.

· Ensure all safeguarding procedures are followed and concerns are reported in line with Be Free Young Carers’ policies.

· Attendance at monthly team meetings to update on the progress.

Person Specification

· Experience working with children, young people, or families, ideally with knowledge of military family life.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust quickly.

· Empathy, resilience, and the ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing a caseload and prioritising demands.

· Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality practices.

· Flexibility to occasionally work outside standard office hours to meet the needs of families.

· DBS check required.

· Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

ROLE PROFILE: Carers Service Manager - Herefordshire Carer Links

Responsible to: Director of Governance and Charitable Services

Responsible for: Operational team operating across Herefordshire

Location: Hybrid Home / Office Based – Fred Bulmer Centre, Hereford (minimum two days in the office)

Salary: £30,000

Hours of Work: Full Time – 37.5 hours per week

Key Purpose / WHY?

The Carers Services Manager will play a vital role in leading a team to assist unpaid carers to connect with their communities and access the support they need within Herefordshire. The role will support the Herefordshire team, who deliver the ‘what matters’ assessment to carers and provide bespoke, person-centered information, advice and guidance to people accessing our services. Support includes but is not limited to; one-to-one support, events and activities, as well as signposting and referring to relevant agencies for additional support helping people on their caring journey. The role will work alongside internal teams and external partners to create community connections, develop an outreach support program, linking people to community resources with a focus on preventing the need for escalation to statutory services.

Key accountabilities & responsibilities

1. Service Leadership and Delivery

· Oversee day to day delivery of our commissioned Information, Advice and Guidance service for unpaid Carers in Herefordshire

· Facilitate the application, review and distribution of small grants to unpaid carers across the region as required

· Monitor service quality and delivery and report monthly Key Performance Indicators and quarterly monitoring reports to Local Authority Commissioners. Ensure reporting demonstrates the scale, impact, and quality of our services.

· Meet with commissioners to review service performance quarterly

· Ensure the service is visible and accessible to carers from all communities

· Support carer self-identification and address barriers to engagement, including those faced by underrepresented groups of carers

· Help raise the profile and recognition of TuVida to assist with recruitment, service-user and partner engagement and financial sustainability by contributing to social media presence and the website

2. Service Development

· Work collaboratively with senior colleagues, identifying opportunities for sustainable growth, and working to execute commercial opportunities, including

supporting and/or leading on tendering,

· Bidding, and negotiating new business as well as business retention strategies and mobilisation of new business.

3. Team Management

· Lead and develop a team to deliver person-centered outcomes for unpaid carers across Herefordshire providing practical support and guidance as required

· Provide exemplary leadership and management for the team, including regular team meetings, 121’s and objective setting, caseload management, performance reviews and promoting professional development and well-being

· Create development plans for team members, identifying training needs and growth opportunities within the team and wider organisation

· Foster a collaborative team environment that promotes knowledge sharing, continuous improvement, and high-performance standards

· Delegate effectively while maintaining oversight of service quality and manager satisfaction

· Oversee recruitment and inductions of new staff

· Manage leave and staff absence

· Act as designated safeguarding lead for the team, maintaining hight standards of safeguarding practice. Support the team through the process of raising safeguards and following up on safeguarding concerns complying with internal and external agencies policies and procedures.

4. Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement

· Ensure the services work collaboratively with partners and community services, manage the delivery of a program of support and services that help improve the wellbeing of carers and which respond to their needs and aspirations.

· Lead on increasing the awareness of TuVida’s services in the county, including development of marketing materials, attending events, stakeholder meetings and increasing recognition of and support available for unpaid carers.

· Build and maintain effective relationships with local authority, health services, and other stakeholders and third sector organisations involved in supporting carers

· Represent the service at multi-agency meetings and network meetings

· Promote awareness of carer rights and needs within the community through talks and training

General

As a carers services manager the post holder will be a key brand ambassador and a custodian of our values and our reputation. The post holder will lead by example in every area of their work and will work in accordance with the organisation’s policies and procedures.

We are an organisation led by our culture and values. Our expectation is that all employees will adhere to behaviors that demonstrate these values in everything they do and all decisions they make. No matter what role an employee holds in the organisation, we expect them to operate with compassion for our clients and for each other; to fiercely protect and promote the brand and the reputation of the organisation; and to work in a spirit of openness and trust…always challenging practice or behavior that compromises the reputation or values in any way.

Vision Values

A society where every person who is ill or

disabled and every carer can live well and

enjoy life Pioneering – we will continuously try new approaches and ideas, challenging the status quo. Uncompromising – we will do what we say we are going to do and when we are going to do it. Compassionate – we are committed to enabling people to have choice over their care and support.

Person Specification

Essential Experience Required Desirable Experience Required

· Experience of leading or managing

frontline services.

· Experience of managing staff and/or

volunteers.

· Experience of safeguarding

responsibilities. · A network of contacts within local authorities, the health sector and voluntary sector organisations in Herefordshire. · Experience of working with unpaid carers or people with care/support needs. · Experience of business case development and bid writing/contract tendering. · Experience of managing Health & Safety risks. · Knowledge of the Care Act and carers rights

Essential Skills and Abilities Required Desirable Skills and Abilities Required

· Strong leadership and team building

skills.

· Able to look at the bigger picture and

devise plans and priorities that are clearly

aligned to achieving an agreed strategy.

To also contribute to decision-making

and future strategy development.

· Ability to enact and/or manage change.

· Excellent communication and

relationship building skills, able to

communicate effectively with service

users, external partners, funders and

professionals.

· Ability to work co-operatively and

effectively with colleagues across the

organisation.

· Ability to obtain and provide insight and

analysis to ensure funders fully

understand the value of our services and

that we are meeting contract

requirements with a focus on meeting

targets and demonstrating outcomes.

· Capacity to resolve complex and/or

challenging situations with the ability to

influence actions and appropriately and

positively respond to constructive

criticism or challenge.

· Ability to maintain professional

boundaries, including appropriate levels

of confidentiality and the requirements

of GDPR.

Qualifications Required Other Desirable Criteria

· Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications · Ability and willingness to travel as part of the role and wider organisational requirements. · A commitment to continual professional development · Positive attitude toward carers and committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. · Knowledge of using CRM systems. · ILM Level 5 or above

NB: This role profile is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, but to give an indication of the main areas of activity and involvement

This role profile is an outline of the key tasks and responsibilities of the post, and the post holder may be required to undertake additional duties appropriate to the pay band. The post may change over time to reflect the developing needs of the Charity and its services, as well as the personal development needs of the post holder.

This post is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Do you want to make a difference now and for the future?

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team in East Sussex who support Young Carers, aged 5-18 years, who have caring responsibilities for someone in their family due to disability, long-term illness, mental health, or drug or alcohol misuse.

You will manage an existing caseload and new referrals, meeting with families and Young Carers to complete statutory assessments and providing short-term interventions that support Young Carers to improve their resilience, educational chances and wellbeing. This might be signposting to local services, action planning, one-to-one support, or our workshop programme.

Working closely with schools and Childrens Services, you will make referrals to a range of professionals and community services, ensuring whole family needs are met, and thereby reducing the impact of caring on the Young Carer.

As a CYP Coordinator, you will plan and deliver workshop sessions and activities, providing opportunities for Young Carers to spend time with their peers and recognise that they are not alone.

This is a full-time role delivering the service across Hastings & Rother and includes working occasionally at our Lamberhurst office. Some early evenings required. Own car essential.

You can make the difference and give a Young Carer their childhood back.

We offer our employees:

· Inclusive values-based environment

· Competitive remuneration package

· Workplace pension scheme

· Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays

· Carers Leave

· Opportunities for hybrid working

· Benenden Health Care

· Death in Service Benefit

· Cycle to Work Scheme

· Employee Supported Volunteering scheme

· Development opportunities

· and more

Imago is committed to Safer Recruitment practices, and the post is subject to references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Please either submit your CV with a short covering note or visit our website for full details.

Imago recognises that many people in our society experience discrimination or lack of opportunity for reasons that are not fair. We aim to create a culture that respects and values each other’s differences, and see these differences as an asset, as they improve our ability to meet the needs of the organisations and people we work with. We proactively seek to increase opportunities for inclusion, and celebrate diversity across our organisation and within communities.

Imago recognises its duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of the children, young people and adults at risk who access its services or with whom it comes into contact.

Carers Information and Support Worker (Assessments)

 37 hours per week

Salary £29,594 per annum

Carers Together Foundation is an organisation dedicated to improving Carers’ quality of life. We listen to Carers, give them a voice, provide information, practical and emotional support and promote Carers’ rights across the South Tees area.

We are seeking a Carers Information and Support Worker (Assessments) to coordinate and carry out assessments and reviews for carers, ensuring that carers’ needs are identified and recorded accurately. The postholder will provide information and support to carers and develop support plans for carers with a range of needs. The postholder will also liaise with voluntary and statutory sector services in health and social care.  

To succeed in this role, applicants must have:

· Knowledge and experience of providing information and support to vulnerable people.  

· Experience of completing assessments and support plans.  

· Understanding of the issues affecting carers.

This role is based at Park View Medical Clinic, Middlesbrough, however the postholder will be required to travel between our other site in Redcar & Cleveland and to other locations in the community including the homes of clients.

Closing date: Monday 6th April 2026 at 5.00pm  

 Why choose us?

We have some outstanding benefits to offer you, including:

· 30 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro rata for part-time employees)

· Health and Wellbeing Support: Simplyhealth offering everyday healthcare cover that supports your wellbeing

· Commitment to work/life balance offering flexible working arrangements

· We are a carer friendly employer offering a range of support for working carers

· Free Parking at our premises

Carers Together is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

We’re searching for a dynamic and innovative project leader who is skilled in supporting marginalised young people and who is able to forge a new approach to meeting their needs.

Westminster City Council, Young Westminster Foundation and John Lyon’s Charity are working with DreamArts to help join up services for young people with caring responsibilities. The Carers Express Project Lead will be responsible for leading Carers Express, DreamArts flagship project for young people with caring responsibilities living or studying in Westminster.

You will be responsible for producing and delivering creative and therapeutic activities for the Juniors (7-11) and Seniors (12-18) Carers Express cohort. The project should be thought of with a strategic and long-term vision that supports young people to use creativity to explore and extend meaning to the challenges they face, build a sense of belonging with peers sharing their experience and be supported with their emotional wellbeing. This will include projects in school holidays, residentials (e.g. attending the UK Young Carers Festival) and phases of evening/weekend workshops. You will act as lead facilitator and will be supported by a freelance Wellbeing Practitioner.

You will also manage a caseload of Young Carers aged 11-16, providing 1:1 support to newly identified carers and/or young carers experiencing key life transitions, e.g., primary school to secondary school. Where possible, you will assess and respond to individual needs, build positive mentoring relationships, and signpost or refer young people to appropriate support services within DreamArts or external partner organisations. Outside of your case load, you will build relationships with all Carers Express participants and their families to sustain their engagement through regular check-ins.

The role includes training and development in therapeutic approaches applied within DreamArts, including the PACE attachment model, and you will receive regular reflection spaces with our Therapeutic Consultant to process your work and ‘therapeutic lens’ sessions exploring approaches for supporting the wellbeing needs of young people in your planning, delivery and evaluation.

MAIN ACTIVITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES​

1.  Producing, delivering and managing the ongoing Carers Express project to meet the needs and interests of Young Carer participants with a strategic and long-term vision.
2. Coordinate with facilitators and partner organisations to deliver engaging and relevant sessions. This includes conducting team planning and debriefs and working with the Young Carers Programme Manager to ensure the team has the necessary skills and training to deliver the project.
3. Ensure that Carers Express maintains a high standard of quality and is managed and delivered within the context of DreamArts Theory of Change, including implementing monitoring and evaluation systems
4. Ensure the project and its delivery are underpinned by autonomous participation and equality of opportunity. This includes engaging young people at every level of the programme, identifying and responding to their needs and interests, and positively challenging and expanding their knowledge and experience.
5. Apply a relational approach underpinned by the PACE model (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy. Training in PACE will be provided.
6. Deliver outreach activities to increase awareness and referrals to Carers Express.
7. Liaise with referral partners, including Westminster Early Help Service, schools, professionals and partners to identify Young Carers and inform them of participants’ development.
8. Lead and line-manage a Wellbeing Practitioner who will support the pastoral needs of the group.
9. Manage resources, including ensuring venues are booked and collating all expenditure receipts.
10. Implement safeguarding and welfare and ensuring the project adheres to DreamArts Safeguarding Policy.
11. Take responsibility for Health and Safety within the project, including risk assessments, incident reporting and accident reporting.
12. Provide support for young people who may be facing particular challenges. This includes managing a caseload of young carers aged 11-16, providing tailored 1:1 support through home visits or online sessions with the aim of integrating them into the wider Carers Express project and Young Carers Pathway offer.
13. Aid the Young Carers Programme Manager to produce qualitative and quantitative data on the Carers Express Project for the end-of-year Young Carers Impact Report.
14. Keep abreast of developments in the young carers sector, identifying strategies, partnerships and key individuals. This includes initiating and responding to collaborative projects with other agencies.
15. Supporting the development of other aspects of the Young Carers Programme. This may include contributing to the delivery of Young Carers Awareness Training, providing relevant content for newsletters and other social media content, and cultivating/maintaining relationships with partner schools using our Young Carers Schools Package.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

ESSENTIAL

1. Proven track record of supporting the development of marginalised young people.
2. Proven track record of building relationships with young people and families.
3. Experience of organising and producing youth programmes for children, young people and/or communities.
4. A proven track record of delivering creative activities and a developed practice in facilitating for young people.
5. Strong interpersonal and communication skills
6. Experience of cultivating relationships with community groups, senior internal and external colleagues and voluntary sector organisations.
7. Working knowledge of current issues facing Young Carers, and within the arts/cultural sector.
8. High level of initiative and leadership qualities.
9. Available to work during unsociable hours, including monthly Sunday sessions and a monthly evening session for our Juniors cohort.
10. Ability to listen, show empathy and support young people through different challenges. 
11. Good IT skills and confidence with Outlook, Teams, and other Microsoft Office Apps.

DESIRABLE

1. Experience of working with Young Carers.
2. Experience of working within London.
3. An understanding of or qualification in therapeutic practice.
4. Basic understanding of Canva.
5. Experience of collecting and presenting qualitative and quantitative data for project reports and outcomes.

Team Leader - Carer Peer Support (Adult Mental Health)

£34,101 FTE, pro rata 28 hours per week, great benefits!

We are looking for someone to join our local, independent Carer-led charity, someone who has their own personal story of caring, able to use that lived experience as well as their professional skills and knowledge to help others. The postholder will collaborate extensively with our funding partner, South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust, as well as other charity delivery partners to improve the identification of, and support for, unpaid family and friend Carers of adults with mental health needs. The work may also involve identifying children and young people in caring roles and brokering access to our Young Carers Support team.

As well as leading a small, part-time team of Carer Peer Support Workers, you will work alongside them, providing front-line, individual and group dedicated support (practical, social and clinical interventions). As well as coordinating services to assist Carers with their own wellbeing needs, you will enable Carers to provide well-informed care for their friends and family. You also will be our representative for the MH Trusts’ Triangle of Care Steering Group.

Partnerships Officer

Location: Astolat – with opportunity for hybrid working.

Salary: £31,517 – £32,493 (Full Time Equivalent) 

Do you thrive on connecting with community organisations and driving partnerships that will genuinely improve the lives of unpaid carers?

Are you excited by engaging with voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations, especially those supporting under‑represented groups, and helping them become proud Carer Champions?

Do you thrive in a role where you use insight and data to guide your outreach, strengthen referral pathways, and spark collaboration? 

If so, you could be our Partnerships Officer — helping build a stronger, more connected network of support for unpaid carers across Surrey

We welcome job‑share applicants:
This is a full‑time position; however, we are open to it being shared between two people working 0.5 FTE each.

If you’re interested in applying as part of a job‑share, please indicate this in your application.

The Details

• Hybrid working – you’ll split your time between our Guildford office, your home, and community locations across the County
• You’ll be in the office weekly as part of staying connected with the wider team
• A driving licence and access to a car are essential, as the role involves regular travel across Surrey 
• You’ll be reporting to our Community & Partnerships Manager 

Role Overview 

The Partnership Officer is responsible for building relationships with community partners, embedding referral pathways, and leading the roll-out of accreditation schemes. With a specific focus on areas like VCSE engagement, the Partnership Officer will work to identify and support partners to become 'Carer Champions'. This role is proactive and data-informed, using insights to target engagement activity and build a network of organisations committed to supporting carers across Surrey.

Person Specification

• Demonstrable experience in a partnerships, community engagement, or outreach role.
• Proven track record of building and maintaining effective professional relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including community groups and voluntary organisations.
• Experience of working collaboratively to deliver shared outcomes and support vulnerable or underrepresented communities.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding principles and procedures, particularly in relation to working with vulnerable adults and unpaid carers
• Awareness of the challenges faced by unpaid carers and the wider social care landscape.
• Knowledge of equality, diversity, and inclusion principles and how they apply to community engagement and partnership work.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to advocate effectively and build consensus.
• Highly organised with strong planning skills, able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Competent in using digital tools and platforms for communication, collaboration, and reporting.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Why Work With Us

At Action for Carers Surrey, we’re committed to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where every colleague can thrive. Our benefits reflect our values of Focus, Inclusion, Respect and Excellence, ensuring you feel appreciated and empowered in both your work and personal life.

Our Benefits Include:

• Generous annual leave – 28 days plus Bank Holidays for full-time colleagues, rising to 31 days with length of service.
• Company sick pay from day one, because your wellbeing matters.
• Paid carers’ leave, recognising and supporting those with caring responsibilities.
• Paid volunteering leave – up to two days a year to support a cause that matters to you.
• A paid personal celebration day to mark something meaningful — a birthday, family milestone, or special occasion.
• HSF – Health Saturday Fund membership, offering private healthcare support, Perkbox discounts and rewards, and an employee assistance programme.
• Flu jab reimbursement scheme to support your health and wellbeing.
• Employee payroll loan for help with unexpected expenses.
• Pension scheme with Smart Pensions, supporting your future financial security.
• Investment in bringing people together, including an annual employee conference and a summer social event to connect, collaborate and celebrate our collective impact.
• Staff carers group, offering connection, understanding and peer support.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Action for Carers, please click apply  to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Application deadline for applications is 10am on Friday 17th April.

Depending on the volume of applications received, telephone screening may take place between Tuesday 21st April and Thursday 23rd April 2026.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview at our offices in Guildford, Surrey.  Interviews will be held between Monday 27th and Wednesday 29th April 2026, and applicants should ensure they are available on at least one of these dates.

Secondary Coordinator

Location: Astolat – with opportunity for hybrid working.

Salary: £33,562 - £36,738 (Full Time Equivalent)

Do you love creating safe, fun and supportive spaces where teenagers can take a break, make friends and feel understood?

Are you excited by planning and leading youth clubs, socials and activities that help young carers build confidence and resilience?

Do you enjoy working directly with young people, building trust, and supporting them to overcome barriers in school, at home and in the community?

If so, you could be our next Secondary Coordinator — helping young carers aged 12–16 across Surrey feel connected, empowered and valued.

The Details

• We have two part-time roles available – both are fixed term (12 months)
• 27 hours per week worked across four or five days (0.75 FTE)
• Hybrid working – you’ll split your time between our Guildford office, your home, and community locations across the County
• Regular evening and weekend work is part of the role, ensuring young carers can access sessions around school commitments and family responsibilities.
• A driving licence and access to a car are essential, as the role involves regular travel across Surrey
• You’ll be reporting to our Young Carer Manager

The Secondary Coordinator is responsible for delivering a consistent and accessible programme for young carers aged 12-16. Based in a specific quadrant of Surrey, the coordinator will plan and lead a repeating schedule of evening youth clubs, weekend socials, and holiday activities which may include residential activities. This role is key to providing regular respite, reducing isolation, and building a strong peer support network for teenage carers.

Person Specification

• Experience working directly with children and young people, particularly those facing challenges or with caring responsibilities.
• Proven track record of building trusted relationships with young people and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience of working in or with secondary schools, including understanding school systems and pastoral support structures.
• Experience of multi-agency working, including liaising with education, health, and social care professionals.
• Experience in planning and delivering group activities, workshops, or 1:1 support sessions for young people.
• Understanding of the issues affecting young carers, including the impact of caring responsibilities on education, wellbeing, and social development.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and child protection legislation.
• Awareness of the education system, including pupil premium, attendance, and inclusion policies.
• Understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion principles, especially in relation to young people and families.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate young people.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of health and safety procedures
• Ability to proactively identify and manage risks to ensure a safe environment for all participants
• Strong organisational skills, including the ability to manage a caseload and prioritise competing demands.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and solution-focused approach.
• Confident in using digital tools and systems for record-keeping, communication, and reporting.
• Ability to advocate effectively for young carers within school and community settings.
• A professional qualification in Youth Work or Teaching, or willingness to achieve Level 3 within 12 months
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Why Work With Us

At Action for Carers Surrey, we’re committed to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where every colleague can thrive. Our benefits reflect our values of Focus, Inclusion, Respect and Excellence, ensuring you feel appreciated and empowered in both your work and personal life.

Our Benefits Include:

• Generous annual leave – 28 days plus Bank Holidays for full-time colleagues, rising to 31 days with length of service.
• Company sick pay from day one, because your wellbeing matters.
• Paid carers’ leave, recognising and supporting those with caring responsibilities.
• Paid volunteering leave – up to two days a year to support a cause that matters to you.
• A paid personal celebration day to mark something meaningful — a birthday, family milestone, or special occasion.
• HSF – Health Saturday Fund membership, offering private healthcare support, Perkbox discounts and rewards, and an employee assistance programme.
• Flu jab reimbursement scheme to support your health and wellbeing.
• Employee payroll loan for help with unexpected expenses.
• Pension scheme with Smart Pensions, supporting your future financial security.
• Investment in bringing people together, including an annual employee conference and a summer social event to connect, collaborate and celebrate our collective impact.
• Staff carers group, offering connection, understanding and peer support.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Action for Carers, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

The deadline for applications is 10am on Friday 17th April.

Depending on the volume of applications received, telephone screening may take place between Tuesday 21st April and Thursday 23rd April 2026.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview at our offices in Guildford, Surrey.  Interviews will be held between Monday 27th and Wednesday 29th April 2026, and applicants should ensure they are available on at least one of these dates.

Trainer

Location: Astolat – with opportunity for hybrid working.

Salary: £31,517 – £32,493 (Full Time Equivalent) 

Do you enjoy creating and delivering training that empowers people and builds confidence — from unpaid carers to professionals across education, health and social care?

Are you excited by designing engaging, accessible sessions and adapting your approach to meet the needs of different audiences? 

Do you thrive in a role that blends facilitation, creativity and collaboration?

If so, you could be our Trainer — helping increase awareness, strengthen partnerships and make a meaningful difference for unpaid carers across Surrey.

We welcome job‑share applicants:
This is a full‑time position; however, we are open to it being shared between two people working 0.5 FTE each.

If you’re interested in applying as part of a job‑share, please indicate this in your application.

The Details

• Hybrid working – you’ll split your time between our Guildford office, your home, and community locations across the County
• You’ll be in the office weekly as part of staying connected with the wider team
• A driving licence and access to a car are essential, as the role involves regular travel across Surrey 
• You’ll be reporting to our Community & Partnerships Manager 

Role Overview

The Trainer is responsible for creating and delivering high-quality training and development programmes for unpaid carers, professionals in the Education, Health & Social care sectors, and for corporate partners. This role is key to empowering carers with knowledge about their rights, and upskilling professionals and businesses to better support carers. The Trainer will also facilitate 'train the trainer' sessions to build capacity and extend the reach of the service's educational mission.

Person Specification

• Proven experience in designing and delivering training to adult learners
• Experience in developing inclusive and accessible training materials for diverse audiences
• Experience in evaluating training effectiveness and adapting approaches based on feedback and outcomes.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and training methodologies.
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding principles and procedures, with the ability to embed these into training content.
• Awareness of barriers faced by unpaid carers and the importance of inclusive practice in community engagement.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and group management skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport.
• Competence in creating engaging and accessible training resources using digital tools and formats.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of health and safety procedures
• Ability to proactively identify and manage risks to ensure a safe environment for all participants
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• A formal training qualification (e.g., PTLLS/AET) or a commitment to achieve this within the first 6 months of employment.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Why Work With Us

At Action for Carers Surrey, we’re committed to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where every colleague can thrive. Our benefits reflect our values of Focus, Inclusion, Respect and Excellence, ensuring you feel appreciated and empowered in both your work and personal life.

Our Benefits Include:

• Generous annual leave – 28 days plus Bank Holidays for full-time colleagues, rising to 31 days with length of service.
• Company sick pay from day one, because your wellbeing matters.
• Paid carers’ leave, recognising and supporting those with caring responsibilities.
• Paid volunteering leave – up to two days a year to support a cause that matters to you.
• A paid personal celebration day to mark something meaningful — a birthday, family milestone, or special occasion.
• HSF – Health Saturday Fund membership, offering private healthcare support, Perkbox discounts and rewards, and an employee assistance programme.
• Flu jab reimbursement scheme to support your health and wellbeing.
• Employee payroll loan for help with unexpected expenses.
• Pension scheme with Smart Pensions, supporting your future financial security.
• Investment in bringing people together, including an annual employee conference and a summer social event to connect, collaborate and celebrate our collective impact.
• Staff carers group, offering connection, understanding and peer support.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Action for Carers, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Application deadline for applications is 10am on Friday 17th April.

Depending on the volume of applications received, telephone screening may take place between Tuesday 21st April and Thursday 23rd April 2026.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview at our offices in Guildford, Surrey.  Interviews will be held between Monday 27th and Wednesday 29th April 2026, and applicants should ensure they are available on at least one of these dates.

Carers Information and Support Worker  (After Care)  

22.5 hours per week

£17,996.42 per annum (£29,594 pro-rata)

 Carers Together Foundation is an organisation dedicated to improving Carers’ quality of life. We listen to Carers, give them a voice, provide information, practical and emotional support and promote Carers’ rights across the South Tees area.

 We are seeking an ‘After Care’ Information and Support Worker to provide information and support to carers whose caring roles are changing. The postholder will provide practical information and support to bereaved carers in a range of settings. The postholder will also coordinate and facilitate peer support activities for former carers including grief and loss support.

 To succeed in this role, applicants must have:

 ·Knowledge and experience of providing information and practical support to vulnerable people.  

· Experience of working with people who are experiencing issues relating to bereavement/loss.

· Experience of facilitating support groups and peer support activities.  

This role is based between our offices in Park View Medical Clinic, Middlesbrough and The Innovation Centre, Kirkleatham Business Park, Redcar. The postholder must be able to travel between these two sites, and to other locations in the community including the homes of clients.

 Closing date: Monday 6th April 2026 at 5.00pm  

Why choose us?

 We have some outstanding benefits to offer you, including:

· 30 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro rata for part-time employees)

· Health and Wellbeing Support: Simplyhealth offering everyday healthcare cover that supports your wellbeing

· Commitment to work/life balance offering flexible working arrangements

· We are a carer friendly employer offering a range of support for working carers

· Free Parking at our premises

Carers Together is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.