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Job Summary
- Job title: Impact and Sustainability Manager
- Area of work: Impact and Sustainability strategy
- Contract type: Permanent
- Employment type: Full-time
- Location: London
- Working environment: Hybrid, 3 Days per week
- Working hours: 37.5 hours per week
- Annual leave: 30 days. 5 Volunteering days
- Pension: 10% employer contribution
- Other benefits include: private medical insurance, flexible working hours, cycle to work scheme, and Season Ticket Loan.
- Closing: midnight, Wednesday 3rd September
Overview/Purpose
To lead, deliver and continuously improve a programme of work that communicates the long-term environmental and social impact of a major infrastructure asset in London. This role will be central to shaping how the organisation demonstrates its legacy and future value across three interconnected areas:
- Environmental Impact & Data Reporting - analysing and presenting tunnel performance data, including water quality improvements, in collaboration with research institutions and internal teams.
- Strategic Partnerships & Responsible Business - managing and evaluating partnerships that support sustainability, social value, and community engagement, while identifying new opportunities for impact.
- Sustainability Strategy & Thought Leadership - contributing to the organisation's positioning as a responsible asset manager and leader in ESG, supporting senior stakeholders with credible insights and content for external forums and publications.
The role holder will ensure these programmes are delivered effectively, with a focus on strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement. They will work closely with cross-functional teams including finance, communications, and operations, and will be responsible for integrating ESG metrics into reporting frameworks aligned with industry standards. This is a hands-on, purpose-driven role suited to someone passionate about sustainability, public value, and infrastructure excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Strategy
- Develop and evolve the organisation's impact and sustainability strategy to reflect its transition from infrastructure delivery to asset management.
- Shape and communicate the long-term environmental and social value of the project, including its contribution to water quality, public health, and urban resilience.
- Support the leadership team with strategic insights and data to position the organisation as a thought leader in ESG and infrastructure excellence.
- Align sustainability and impact initiatives with broader organisational goals and stakeholder expectations.
Management and Oversight
- Lead the reporting and communication of tunnel performance data, including environmental metrics and partnership outcomes.
- Monitor and evaluate existing partnerships, including those focused on social value, community engagement, and responsible business practices.
- Deliver clear, accessible reports and presentations on tunnel impact, including carbon emissions and ESG metrics.
- Manage external contracts and partnerships, ensuring performance and value for money.
- Collaborate with internal teams (e.g. Finance, Communications, Treasury) to support ESG reporting and sustainable finance frameworks.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Engage with external stakeholders, including research institutions, community groups, and industry bodies to promote the tunnel's legacy and future value.
- Identify and pursue opportunities for public engagement, advocacy, and strategic collaboration.
- Proactively seek engagement opportunities.
Skills & Experience Required
Essential
- Proven experience in sustainability, impact management, ESG, or infrastructure-related roles.
- Strong understanding of environmental governance, social value, and sustainable finance.
- Ability to interpret and communicate technical data to diverse audiences, including water quality and carbon emission metrics.
- Experience managing partnerships and evaluating programme outcomes.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and strategic thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to advise senior stakeholders confidently.
Desirable
- Knowledge of infrastructure operations and asset management.
- Experience working with charitable organisations, community groups, or public sector bodies.
- Familiarity with environmental reporting frameworks and ESG standards.
- Purpose-driven mindset with a passion for long-term impact and sustainability.
- Collaborative and adaptable, with a hands-on approach to delivery.
- Experience in budget management and performance oversight of external contracts.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. If you have the relevant experience you will be contacted.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
ADVOCACY SERVICE MANAGER
Salary: £37,000 £40,000 (dependent on experience)
Location: Hybrid – Minimum 3 days per week in our South London office
Contract: Fixed-term (Maternity Cover – up to 9 months)
Rape Crisis South London (RCSL) is seeking a skilled, passionate, and professional Advocacy Manager to join our team and lead our ISVA and Casework department.
As Advocacy Manager (maternity cover), you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality support services for survivors of sexual violence, particularly those engaging with or considering engagement with the criminal justice system. You will manage a team of ISVAs (Independent Sexual Violence Advocates), Caseworkers, and our Advocacy Operations Administrator, ensuring excellence in recruitment, induction, and training.
Reporting to the Director of Programmes, you will play a key leadership role within our organisation, working collaboratively with colleagues across our frontline services and our training and prevention teams.
What We are Looking For:
- A proven track record in people management and supporting survivors of sexual violence
- Experience working within the violence against women and girls (VAWG) sector
- A creative and collaborative approach to service development and evaluation
Additional Information:
- This post is open to women only, as allowed under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
- We are particularly keen to hear from women underrepresented in leadership and management roles within the VAWG movement.
- All positions are based in the UK and require candidates to have the right to work in the UK.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter (up to 1500 words) detailing how you meet the essential and (if applicable) desirable criteria.
Please submit your application in PDF format
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage early submissions.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Permanent, Full Time
This role can be based in any of our UK offices (London, Cardiff, Edinburgh, or Warrington)
You will be required to attend the office for a minimum of 2 days per week with the option to work remotely for the remaining 3 days.
Salary - UK C Band. High
About us
Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.
We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don't have to be Christian to work here - we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we're open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too.
Learn about our vision, mission and values
About the role
Reporting in to the Financial Planning & Analysis Lead, the Payroll Manager is a key role within our Finance team responsible for managing all aspects of Christian Aid's Global payroll function ensuring full compliance with relevant national and international legislation regarding salaries, income tax, pensions, national insurance and equivalent schemes (UK and overseas) requiring completeness and accuracy in all aspects to meet organisational needs.
The main areas of responsibility for the post-holder will be:
-Ensure process and systems are in place to facilitate payment for all Christian Aid and contract employees are accurate, on time, in compliance with all local (i.e. both UK and non-UK) legislation on tax and other deductions, and in accordance with Christian Aid employment policies and procedures.
-Monthly payroll reports prepared in a timely manner to support the payroll sign off process with a commitment to high quality work
-Relationship with the Payroll administrators is effectively managed promoting the exchange of ideas, empowering and maximising impact.
-Pension schemes are managed efficiently and effectively, ensuring that all statutory and administrative deadlines are met and aligned with organisational values and goals.
-Salary budgets and payroll management information is maintained and accurate and all ledger and control accounts are reconciled.
-Salary sacrifice and other benefit schemes are created and maintained according to HMRC regulations, and all statutory requirements are met.
-All aspects of payroll and related areas are managed and developed promoting a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and collective progress.
-Effective matrix management of the Senior People Advisors in relation to payroll activities and ensuring that People team members are trained and supported in technical areas in order to support the accurate and efficient running of the payroll function creating an environment of continuous learning, motivating the team to align with organisational values and goals.
-Leading project work ensuring correct implementation of government and organisational initiatives fostering collaboration and creating high-impact outcomes.
About you
Essential:
-Professional payroll qualification (MCIPP or equivalent).
-Proven track record in managing a highly effective payroll.
-Advanced knowledge of and expertise in HMRC regulations.
-Substantial experience in the use of one or more financial accounting packages.
-Highly developed technical skills ensuring detail and precision, and highly accurate numeracy skills.
-Advanced technical skills to the level required to be the system administrator for the computerised payroll system.
-High developed communication skills to advise and guide on technical issues and queries.
Desirable:
-Qualified accountant.
-Experience of one or more non-UK tax.
-Pensions administration experience and expertise.
-Project management and people skills.
-Expertise in designing, interpreting, running and reviewing relevant reports for both management information purposes and statutory requirements.
Further information
At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.
We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams.
We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid's faith identity.
All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants' previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this.
You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, please refer to the benefits booklet for your location to see our full list of employee benefits.
For Salary details for this role, please refer to the Salary band by location.
Job Summary
- Job title: Impact and Sustainability Manager
- Area of work: Impact and Sustainability strategy
- Contract type: Permanent
- Employment type: Full-time
- Location: London
- Working environment: Hybrid, 3 Days per week
- Working hours: 37.5 hours per week
- Annual leave: 30 days. 5 Volunteering days
- Pension: 10% employer contribution
- Other benefits include: private medical insurance, flexible working hours, cycle to work scheme, and Season Ticket Loan.
- Closing: midnight, Wednesday 3rd September
Overview/Purpose
To lead, deliver and continuously improve a programme of work that communicates the long-term environmental and social impact of a major infrastructure asset in London. This role will be central to shaping how the organisation demonstrates its legacy and future value across three interconnected areas:
- Environmental Impact & Data Reporting - analysing and presenting tunnel performance data, including water quality improvements, in collaboration with research institutions and internal teams.
- Strategic Partnerships & Responsible Business - managing and evaluating partnerships that support sustainability, social value, and community engagement, while identifying new opportunities for impact.
- Sustainability Strategy & Thought Leadership - contributing to the organisation's positioning as a responsible asset manager and leader in ESG, supporting senior stakeholders with credible insights and content for external forums and publications.
The role holder will ensure these programmes are delivered effectively, with a focus on strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement. They will work closely with cross-functional teams including finance, communications, and operations, and will be responsible for integrating ESG metrics into reporting frameworks aligned with industry standards. This is a hands-on, purpose-driven role suited to someone passionate about sustainability, public value, and infrastructure excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Strategy
- Develop and evolve the organisation's impact and sustainability strategy to reflect its transition from infrastructure delivery to asset management.
- Shape and communicate the long-term environmental and social value of the project, including its contribution to water quality, public health, and urban resilience.
- Support the leadership team with strategic insights and data to position the organisation as a thought leader in ESG and infrastructure excellence.
- Align sustainability and impact initiatives with broader organisational goals and stakeholder expectations.
Management and Oversight
- Lead the reporting and communication of tunnel performance data, including environmental metrics and partnership outcomes.
- Monitor and evaluate existing partnerships, including those focused on social value, community engagement, and responsible business practices.
- Deliver clear, accessible reports and presentations on tunnel impact, including carbon emissions and ESG metrics.
- Manage external contracts and partnerships, ensuring performance and value for money.
- Collaborate with internal teams (e.g. Finance, Communications, Treasury) to support ESG reporting and sustainable finance frameworks.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Engage with external stakeholders, including research institutions, community groups, and industry bodies to promote the tunnel's legacy and future value.
- Identify and pursue opportunities for public engagement, advocacy, and strategic collaboration.
- Proactively seek engagement opportunities.
Skills & Experience Required
Essential
- Proven experience in sustainability, impact management, ESG, or infrastructure-related roles.
- Strong understanding of environmental governance, social value, and sustainable finance.
- Ability to interpret and communicate technical data to diverse audiences, including water quality and carbon emission metrics.
- Experience managing partnerships and evaluating programme outcomes.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and strategic thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to advise senior stakeholders confidently.
Desirable
- Knowledge of infrastructure operations and asset management.
- Experience working with charitable organisations, community groups, or public sector bodies.
- Familiarity with environmental reporting frameworks and ESG standards.
- Purpose-driven mindset with a passion for long-term impact and sustainability.
- Collaborative and adaptable, with a hands-on approach to delivery.
- Experience in budget management and performance oversight of external contracts.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. If you have the relevant experience you will be contacted.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Do you have a track record of producing top quality research and policy analysis? Do you have a detailed understanding of health policy and its political context? Are you motivated to help shape future work and play a key role leading research that will have significant impact at both a local and national level?
The Nuffield Trust is looking for someone capable of leading projects across a range of topics within health and care; someone who will be an energetic, inspiring presence in the team. You will have strong critical appraisal skills, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. You will have the ability to analyse policy documents, grey literature and official reports related to specific policy areas.
In this role, you will be responsible for a mix of short- and long-term projects, including in-house research and policy analysis and reactive work. You will be expected to develop and lead research projects, including leading funding bids, and you will work with a range of stakeholders, including funders and academic partners. You will have strong quantitative skills, and you may have qualitative research experience too. Expertise in workforce research is desirable but not essential.
We’d really like to meet you if you have:
- Experience of designing and leading mixed methods research
- Advanced quantitative research skills and excellent analytical and critical appraisal skills
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of health policy in the UK
- Excellent and versatile writing skills, and the ability communicate effectively to a range of audiences
- A track record of leading research and analysis aimed at influencing policy.
About us
The Nuffield Trust is an independent health think tank. We aim to improve the quality of health care and health policy in the UK by providing evidence-based research and policy analysis and informing and generating debate.
We want to help achieve a high-quality health and social care system that improves the health and care of people in the UK.
We set out to do this by:
- Improving the evidence base that leads to better care by undertaking rigorous applied research and policy analysis.
- Using our independence to provide expert commentary, analysis and scrutiny of policy and practice.
- Bringing together policy-makers, practitioners and others to develop solutions to the challenges facing the health and social care system.
Benefits
The Trust offers a competitive benefits package including a defined contribution pension scheme (with 14% employer contribution), death in service insurance, and an Employee Assistance Programme. Eligible employees also have access to a number of other benefits including interest-free travel loans, a cycle to work scheme, and enhanced carers, maternity, paternity and parental leave and pay. We operate a hybrid working policy (minimum 40-50% in-office working) and flexible start/finish times around core hours of 10am to 3pm.
Annual leave is 28 days per year. This rises to 30 days per year on completion of 5 years’ service with the Trust. All Annual leave is calculated pro rata for part time positions.
The Trust also encourages personal development and training programmes for all employees.
How to apply
To apply for the role, please download a copy of the Candidate Brief and follow the instructions on pages 10/11.
When preparing your answers to the application questions, please bear the following in mind with respect to the use of AI. The Nuffield Trust values authenticity and wants to understand your unique experiences, perspective, and personality. We acknowledge that AI can be used to refine responses, but this should not replace your own critical thinking. It is your unique insights and experiences that will make your application stand out.
Equal opportunities
The Nuffield Trust is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We wish to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and appointed solely on their suitability for the post irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
The diversity monitoring questions in the application form are optional and will not be shared with the selection panel. The selection panel will only have access to your CV and your responses to the application questions.
Final points
Offers of employment will be conditional upon the receipt of two satisfactory references. Applicants must also have the right to work in the UK. For further information please visit the UKVI website.
Strictly no agencies.
Evidence for better health care
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Booking Administrator
Are you friendly, professional, enthusiastic and dedicated to social values? If so… we need you!
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Administrator to join a dynamic and supportive team.
Position: Booking Administrator/Coordinator
Location: Remote
Hours: 37.5 hours Monday - Friday (30 hours possible for the right candidate), with additional on-call rota days (1 weekend in 4, plus 2 evenings per week, toil for any work done in those hours).
Salary: £24,500 - £27,000k per annum depending on experience (plus London weighting if applicable).
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 16th September 2025. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advert early
The Role
Join a co-operative providing British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreters and developing tech to support to users. The co-operative is co-run and co-owned by its members, who are Deaf people and BSL interpreters. You will work closely with the Operations Manager and Operations Team Leader to provide a high quality and efficient service, helping the business to achieve agreed targets whilst working to the co-operative’s ethos.
Responsibilities include:
- Coordinating the provision of communication professionals for Deaf/Hard of Hearing people across for medical (including mental health) appointments and for other work in a variety of sectors (education, child protection, conference, employment, legal settings etc)
- Accepting and making calls
- Dealing with bookings and general enquiries in a fast-paced environment
- Supporting marketing and business development and communicating to members and external stakeholders
- Supporting other staff where necessary
The position is grounded in the co-operative’s ethos, ensuring financial processes align with the organisation’s values and strategic objectives. The co-operative is co-run and co-owned by its members, who are Deaf people and communication professionals. As an employee, you can become a worker member and have a say in how the business is run.
About You
You will have excellent customer service skills and experience in a client-facing role. With strong organisational skills and attention to detail, you will have the ability to meet strict deadlines, follow contractual service levels and prioritise your time effectively.
We are looking for someone with:
- Excellent IT skills with good knowledge of Word, Excel, Databases with the ability to learn how to use dashboards and other applications
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Ability to follow processes and develop these where needed
- Problem solving skills and the ability to think outside the box
- Ability to work autonomously, yet with full support from management
Additional requirements:
- You must have a private place to work due to dealing with sensitive information
- You must have a stable internet connection
- You must have the right to work in the UK
Join the team and contribute to a meaningful and impactful mission while developing your career in a supportive and inclusive environment.
About the Organisation
The co-operative develops ethical tech to support the provision of British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreters and other communication professionals. The organisation values diversity and promotes equality and encourages and welcomes applications from all sections of society and are keen to receive applications from members of the Deaf community. We are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Benefits include:
- Cooperative membership and working means you get a say in decisions and your voice matters here
- Annual leave is 22 days (plus public holidays) with an additional day off for your birthday!
- Flexible working when possible with business need
- Matched employer pension contributions of up to 5%
You may also have experience in areas such as Customer Service, Administration, Client Support, Customer Service Officer, Administration Officer, Client Support Officer, Customer Service Coordinator, Administration Coordinator, Client Support Coordinator, Support Coordinator.
Please note NFP People are advertising this role on behalf of our client.
We are looking for a driven individual to help us deliver a gold standard service.
The Role
An excellent opportunity has arisen within Worcestershire for an experienced Project Manager to join our highly successful Homelessness Prevention Service. The service also delivers the SWEP Night Shelters across the six districts within the County.
You'll need to have a flexible approach to working, to meet the needs of the service and be highly responsive to referrals for homelessness across Worcestershire. The ideal candidate will have relevant homelessness service experience. Travel will be required between service areas and occasionally the head office in Gloucestershire. Due to the nature of the travel, the successful applicant will need to hold a full UK driving licence and have their own transport.
The role will also include line management of a team of dedicates Seniors, Co-ordinators and Support Workers who are delivering the service. Working in partnership with Stakeholders, Statutory and non-statutory partners, and reporting on internal and external contractual KPI's, legal and quality audit requirements.
CCP are a vibrant and dynamic organisation that is at the forefront of supporting and helping people and their communities across the South West and West Midlands.
You'll have an opportunity to expand services that make a real difference in the lives of rough sleepers and people who are currently homeless or at risk of losing tenancies.
Come and join a Charity focused on people rather than profit.
About Us
Established in 1989, Caring for Communities and People (CCP) is a registered charity propelled by an unwavering commitment to addressing homelessness, family breakdown, and social exclusion. We are driven by our values-based approach, caring deeply about the individuals and families we serve. Our supportive programs aim at developing long-term solutions to societal challenges. Over the years, we've consistently made tangible impacts in communities across Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, South Gloucestershire, Bristol, Wiltshire, Dorset, and Devon.
What We Offer
At CCP, you're not simply entering a workplace; you're immersing yourself in an exceptional and nurturing environment. Our unwavering commitment to your growth is evident in our meticulously designed, personalised training pathways aimed at propelling your career to new heights. Join a community of seasoned professionals who are genuinely excited about supporting your progress. Make the transformative choice for your career—choose CCP.
Why join us?
- 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, with an additional day added per year and option to purchase more^
- Enhanced pension (5% employer contribution)
- Enhanced sick pay (up to 30 days full pay and 30 days half pay)
- Life Assurance cover (3 times your annual salary in the event of your death)
- Free subscription to Benenden healthcare cashback plan or Perkbox discounts
- 45p Business Mileage^^
- Investors in People Gold accredited employer, committed to making the workplace better for you.
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and development.
- Option to join various groups, including Proud2Be, Green Impact, Health & Safety, and Health and Wellbeing.
- In-house Workplace Welfare Manager for support when needed.
- (Benefits are for contracted staff only not bank workers)
Are Your Values Aligned with Ours?
We look for staff who embody our SPIRIT values:
- Show gratitude and appreciation of others.
- Demonstrate personal and professional pride.
- Integrity is everything.
- Reflect and learn.
- Continuous improvement.
- Take your best self wherever you go.
How to Apply
If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and share our values, click the apply button to start your journey with CCP.
Position: Project Manager (992)
Hours: Full-time 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Worcester
Pay: £26,550pa (Band D)
Closing Date: 25th August 2025 - CCP reserves the right to close the job advert early if needed.
CCP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
Our robust Safeguarding Policy guides our recruitment process. We adopt a consistent and thorough process of safer recruitment to ensure that people who are unsuitable to work with children, young people and adults are prevented from doing so.
We believe in the rehabilitative power of employment and working toward a purpose, so a prior conviction will not necessarily prevent you from joining CCP. Please note this role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and also an enhanced check by the Disclosure & Barring Services, paid for by CCP.
^Annual Leave entitlement will be pro-rata for Part-time staff. Working on public holidays due to a rota pattern will be compensated with time off in lieu. An extra day of leave accrues for each completed financial year (capped at 5). Purchasing additional holidays is capped at 5 per year.
^^Contracted staff only. Business mileage (45p a mile) is paid for any daily miles over and above the distance from your home to the allocated workplace location and back. You'll need a well-maintained vehicle with valid tax, MOT and Insurance covering business use.
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Sustainable Merton, Merton's award winning environmental charity, is recruiting a dynamic individual to oversee our Community Changemakers initiative and deliver grassroots acitivity in Pollards Hill, Mitcham. If you are passionate about sustainability, volunteering and making a difference in a local community, we would love to hear from you!
This role combines volunteer leadership with project management. The successful candidate will split their time between:
- Project management and delivery of the WeRPollards project (2 days/week), a grassroots local initiative running from September 2025 to September 2026
- Volunteer and operational management (1 day/week), supporting the charity as a whole
You will work closely with Moat Housing to deliver the WeR Pollards Community Changemaker project and also lead the development and implementation of a new volunteering strategy, support colleagues to adopt new volunteer processes,
and oversee our charity policies to support compliance and our organisational growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
WeRPollards project management
1. Group Development and Coordination
● Coordinate and facilitate monthly volunteer meetings at the Pollards Hill Wellbeing Studio.
● Attend the Wellbeing Studio on a weekly basis, attend schools and community pop-up events to increase awareness of and community engagement in the project
● Support volunteers with soft and technical skills development on their path to becoming Community Changemakers.
● Encourage retention and progression of existing volunteers whilst increasing group membership from 15 to 30.
● Liaise with Moat Foundation officer and project tutors to establish a pathway into volunteering and increasing membership of the WeRPollards group
● Work with colleagues at Sustainable Merton to align this grass roots work with their borough wide initiatives such as Merton Garden Streets, Mitcham Community Orchard, Repair Cafes, Preloved Studio and Merton’s Community Fridge.
2. Community Engagement
● In partnership with Pollards Hill Wellbeing Studio team, develop and implement a local engagement strategy to recruit and retain volunteers to become WeRPollards Community Changemakers.
● Design and deliver an induction and training programme for new volunteers.
● In collaboration with the PH Wellbeing Studio team conduct regular listening sessions to identify resident needs, interests and connect volunteers to, or help them develop, relevant community activities.
3. Project and Event Delivery
● Lead the volunteer group to plan and deliver community activities aligned with the 3R’s agenda, that are run out of the Wellbeing Studio, including:
○ Sewing Skills Workshops (Monthly, 10 sessions)
○ Community Gardening Sessions (Min. 5 sessions)
○ Repair Shed Sessions (Monthly, 9 sessions)
○ Street Planting Engagement & Delivery (Min. 3 events)
4. Capacity Building and Progression
● Deliver at least 6 training workshops including SMART goal setting and planning.
● Support residents to lead and take ownership of initiatives and to become Community Changemakers.
● Build a clear, accessible pathway for participation and leadership within the group and studio.
5. Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting
● Track Key Performance Indicators including:
○ Volunteer numbers, growth and retention (Target: 30 volunteers, 60% retention)
○ Number of volunteer hours contributed
○ Number of accredited or certified training courses completed
○ Number of volunteers progressing into leadership roles
○ Attendance and engagement in all community sessions
● Conduct volunteer satisfaction surveys and gather qualitative feedback.
● Report quarterly on progress to PHCC meetings, outcomes and impact to the Pollards Hill Community Committee.
Volunteer and operational management - Sustainable Merton
● Develop and implement a volunteering strategy covering recruitment, retention, induction, training, and development
● Identify and recruit a cohort of Community Changemakers
● Draft volunteer role descriptions across all projects
● Conduct annual volunteer surveys
● Plan and deliver twice-yearly recruitment drives
● Establish a volunteer recognition scheme
● Build partnerships with local organisations
● Create centralised onboarding systems
● Maintain and manage safeguarding policies and training records
● Collaborate with volunteers and staff on fundraising campaigns and applications
● Ensure our policies are kept up to date
● Oversee risk register
● Support reporting and KPI tracking
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Essential
● Experience of managing and supporting volunteers
● Community Engagement experience
● Understanding of environmental issues & the 3R’s agenda
● Project coordination and planning
● Knowledge of volunteer database management and GDPR for volunteers
● Excellent organisational and communication skills
● Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
● Proficiency with Google Suite
Desirable
● Budget monitoring or financial oversight experience
● Bid writing experience
● Knowledge of Merton and the Pollards Hill area
We do require both a CV and a covering letter setting out how your relevant experience and how you meet the job specification.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Haringey
Salary: £11,302.00 - £11,965.20 per annum (Pro-rated based on an FTE of £28,255 - £29,913 per annum)
(Please note that applicants are usually appointed at the bottom of the relevant band)
Hours: 15 hours per week
Contract: Fixed Term Contract (2 years duration)
Closing Date: Tuesday 2nd September 2025
Closing Time: 00:00am
Are you looking for a rewarding role working for an intersectional feminist organisation? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our team as an Wellbeing Activities Coordinator at Solace Women's Aid.
You will be joining a team of committed and inspiring individuals whose dedication has saved the lives of thousands of women, men and children in the capital. We are looking for friendly and diligent individuals to join our services and help us make a difference.
Our core values reflect our history and were developed in consultation with staff and service users. Feminism and intersectionality are key to our work and we are committed to the principles of being survivor-led, trauma-informed, empowering, diverse, anti-racist and anti-discriminatory.
About the Service
Ella House is an Accommodation Service that provides support to women who have experience Rough Sleeping, Trauma and Multiple Disadvantage. The aim of the project is to provide support to women for around 18 months to build skills to be able to live independently.
The service is a 24 hour service that runs on a shift pattern over the week and has a concierge service covering nights. Staff will provide holistic support to service users looking at all their needs and putting a robust plan in place.
About the Role
The Activities and Wellbeing worker will provide both 121 and group sessions. Speaking with women to understand their needs and wants and developing appropriate session plans. These can be wellbeing activities, skills based or creative depending on what the women require. There will be a small budget to accommodate activities.
About You
The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with vulnerable people from a strengths based approach. An understanding of Trauma and how to work in psychologiacally informed environments is essential in this role. Someone who is motivated and creative and able to build relationships with women and get them to engage in a variety of activities.
What we can offer you
We provide a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees, including:
- Flexible working
- Focus on learning and development (internal career progression and training)
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Employer pension contribution
- Family-friendly leave and enhanced maternity pay
- Access to Inclusion Networks
- Daily clinical debriefing
- Employee Assistance Programme providing free 24/7 support and advice
- Employee Benefits Platform offering staff discounts, benefits and savings
- Flow & Restore yoga classes
- Meditation sessions
- Cycle to Work Scheme
How to apply
When applying for this role, kindly highlight in your Supporting Statement how your values, knowledge, transferrable skills, and experience align with each point within the following sections of the Job Profile Document:
- Values, Behaviours & Competencies
- Knowledge, Experience and Skills
Solace Women's Aid values diversity, promotes equity, and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, abilities, perspectives, and lived experiences. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay, and benefits. Our Inclusion Networks support staff with protected characteristics and offer inclusive spaces to connect.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments as needed and support employees who acquire a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.
This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
As part of safer recruitment practices, we carry out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and right to work in the UK checks.
No agencies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you believe in the power of communities to create a better future? Groundwork Greater Manchester is looking for community workers who will champion change and empower people across the region. This is a role for someone who is a facilitator, a collaborator, a project manager and a passionate advocate for community-led environmental action.
We don't just work for communities; we work with them. You'll be on the front lines, helping residents work to their strengths and turn their collective ambitions into reality. From revitalising local green spaces to building social resilience, your work will create lasting, positive ripples across Greater Manchester.
What You'll Be Doing
- Co-Create and Deliver: You'll lead impactful projects that are designed with and for the community, ensuring every initiative meets a real need.
- Build Capacity: Your focus will be on strengthening community assets and building the skills and confidence of local people to lead their own environmental change.
- Forge Strong Connections: You will build and nurture partnerships, bringing together residents, local groups, and businesses to achieve shared goals.
- Advocate for Community Voice: Ensure that the needs and priorities of local people are at the heart of everything we do, from project design to external partnerships.
- Grow Our Impact: Work with the team to identify new opportunities and help secure the funding needed to expand our reach and deepen our impact.
Who You Are
You're an experienced community worker who is energised by collaboration and committed to environmental justice. You have a knack for listening, connecting, and inspiring people. You’re organised, resourceful, and ready to get stuck into a role where every day brings a new opportunity to make a difference.
Starting Salary: £25,287 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full-time (36 hrs 40 mins) with flexible options available.
Location: Flexible with time split between our offices and engaging with communities on the ground.
Ready to put your passion into practice and help us build a greener, fairer, and stronger Greater Manchester? We’d love to hear from you.
Apply here before 8th September 2025. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 24th September 2025.
We’re passionate about creating a future where every neighbourhood is vibrant and green, every community is strong and able to shape its own destiny and no-one is held back by their background or circumstances. We specialise in the following services and are committed to creating added social value through our delivery:
- Community engagement
- Landscape design & build
- Training & coaching for employment
- Early intervention to support health & wellbeing
- Safe & sustainable business support
As a Disability Confident employer we offer a guaranteed interview to applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria for the role.
At Groundwork we ensure that we provide a safe environment for adults, children and young people to take part in any activity or service that we organise. We are committed to creating a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk.
Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and comprehensive process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all the people we appoint are suitable to work with our children, young people and adults.
If you want to work in a values driven team that makes a real difference to individuals and communities in Greater Manchester, read on.
Overview of the Post
The Community Projects Lead is a member of the youth and community team, leading the delivery of a wide array of community projects across GM, ensuring quality delivery and sustainability of the work.
Delivery
· Lead the delivery of a wide array of projects across Greater Manchester including:
- environmental, climate, nature focused projects
- community engagement and development
- community capacity building, including building confidence and skills
- community outreach to support Groundwork’s services to reach their target audiences
· Meet deliverables and quality standards and collect impact and outcome data for learning and reporting.
Business & Service Development
· Identify opportunities for growth and make recommendations to managers.
· Manage existing project partnerships, and networks and generate new relationships with partners to support project sustainability.
· Pro-actively seek stakeholder feedback and use internal and external data and learning to make recommendations for improvements to projects and services.
· Support the development of larger income generating opportunities and longer-term financial planning.
Financial & Resource Management
· Plan and manage project budgets and resources.
· Plan and build an income pipeline to support existing activity in the short-medium term.
· Support the preparation of smaller proposals including design, writing and pricing, under guidance.
People Management & Development
· Supervise volunteers or trainees.
· Actively share specialist knowledge and skills with others.
· Support the embedding of GGM’s culture and values within the team.
Internal Management
· Embed GGM policies and procedure within directly managed projects supporting the championing of delivery standards and compliance including:
- Project management
- safeguarding
- health and safety
- GDPR
- EDI
· Consider environmental responsibility in project planning and delivery.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
You will be required to attend the office for a minimum of 2 days per week with the option to work remotely for the remaining 3 days.
About us
Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.
We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don't have to be Christian to work here - we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we're open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too.
Learn about our vision, mission and values
About the role
Reporting in to the Global Influencing Lead, the Pan Africa Advocacy and Policy Lead is a key member of the Policy and Influencing division who will oversee the Pan Africa advocacy strategy and coordinate with other Advocacy colleagues to co-design thematic global advocacy strategies, responding to partner voices and priorities and local contexts, aligning with organisational values and goals.
The post-holder will horizon scan the agendas of African institutions to advise and provide policy and advocacy insight to Global Influencing Lead, African MCCs and partners, fostering a team mindset and support a culture of knowledge sharing of ideas and insights at a continental level.
Collaborating with the MCC Policy and Advocacy Leads, and Programme Portfolio Lead, you will build a cohort of national and regional partnerships, including faith partnerships, to ensure that there is an appropriate balance of partners working on short- and medium-term outcomes and systemic change to align with organisational values and goals.
The post-holder will act as a convenor of policy and advocacy spaces by supporting and accompanying national and regional partners to engage in regional and global coalitions and networks enabling collaboration on shared priorities, fostering a mindset of connection.
You will act as an ambassador by representing Christian Aid and engage in regional and global spaces jointly with partners, collaborating with the MCC Advocacy and Policy Leads, ensuring alignment with organisational values and goals.
About you
Essential:
-Degree level qualification in a relevant field (International development, economics or comparable field).
-Substantial experience in supporting national and regional organisations to develop an advocacy strategy, including integrating advocacy into programme work.
-Substantial experience of supporting and accompanying partners to navigate and influence on a global scale.
-Substantial experience of devising, leading and implementing advocacy strategies, preferably in another NGO or faith group.
-Substantial experience of networking, building alliances and coordinating initiatives in networks and faith groups.
-Substantial experience of peer-to-peer learning.
-Substantial experience of policy research and managing research projects.
-Substantial experience of public speaking to a variety of audiences, including the media.
-Substantial experience of budget management.
-Detailed understanding of the current policy debates, trends and analytical frameworks around key development issues.
-Detailed understanding of power and political analysis, and rights based approaches.
-Detailed understanding of national and regional Civil Society and faith networks - their policy positions and dynamics.
-Understanding of how theology influences policy.
Further information
At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.
We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams. We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid's faith identity.
All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants' previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this.
You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, please refer to the benefits booklet for your location to see our full list of employee benefits.
For Salary details for this role, please refer to the Salary band by location.
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- 40 days paid leave per year: 25 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 3 days between Christmas and New Year and 4 wellbeing days
- Strong commitment to professional development with a dedicated training budget
- Annual performance and pay progression reviews
- Up to 5% pension contribution
- Scope to take real ownership in a fast-growing charity
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme offering free therapy
- Work phone and laptop
- A supportive and inclusive culture with regular team social events
Settle is committed to increasing the representation of lived experience of the care system in our team. For this reason, care-experienced applicants who meet the essential criteria below are particularly encouraged to apply, and will be guaranteed an interview. Please refer to the final page of the job description to understand what we mean by the term ‘care-experienced’.
Choosing to join Settle in our mission means contributing to meaningful and much-needed societal change. As Trust and Foundation Fundraising Officer, you’ll be working to generate income which will enable Settle to expand its reach, achieve its strategic goals and, ultimately, make a real difference to the amazing young people we serve.
You’ll work closely with our senior leadership and support team to help deliver our fundraising strategy. As part of a fundraising and communications team of 5, you’ll report to our Head of Fundraising and be accountable for writing grant applications and funder reports, prospecting for new funding opportunities and day-to-day funder administration and correspondence.
Candidates with experience of trust and foundation fundraising are encouraged to apply; however, direct fundraising experience is not an essential requirement for this position. Trust and foundation fundraising is a skill that can be taught, and we’re confident in our ability to nurture and develop new talent. Essential requirements include exceptional writing skills, reliable administrative skills and strong people skills. Applications would be welcomed from candidates with a background in communications or writing-based roles, or from other areas of the charity sector.
Settle is committed to increasing the representation of lived experience of the care system in our team. For this reason, care-experienced applicants who meet the essential criteria below are particularly encouraged to apply, and will be guaranteed an interview. Please refer to the final page of this job description to understand what we mean by the term ‘care-experienced’.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
You care about improving the lives of our young people
You’re deeply committed to our mission and will go the extra mile to ensure young people are receiving the best quality support they deserve.
You have outstanding writing skills
You’ll have a track record of producing high quality written work with a keen eye for detail and ability to tailor your writing to the needs of the audience.
You’re great with people
You’re going to be working with colleagues, partners and young people from a range of backgrounds. It is essential that you demonstrate the compassion and communication skills to build good relationships, and that you are dedicated to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion into all areas of your work.
You’re an organised and thoughtful worker
You’ll apply a considered, research-informed approach, both when identifying and approaching funders. You can manage multiple deadlines efficiently and you are meticulous in your attention to detail, recognising the rigour required in collecting data and in record-keeping, as well as the nuances of grant-writing.
You are proactive
You will take ownership and responsibility for the quality of your work, and you’ll be able to take initiative as well as instruction, leading on projects independently as well as working collaboratively with other team members when required.
You are self-reflective
You’re continually looking for opportunities to learn and improve. You’re able to recognise areas for development and demonstrate an appetite for continual professional development and growth. You view feedback as a gift and use it to shape your practice.
Our vision is a 21st century Britain where no young person is homeless and all young people get a fair chance at doing well.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We want a world where no one dies from hunger. Life-threatening hunger is predictable, preventable and treatable. Join Action Against Hunger and together we will stop it in its tracks.
Action Against Hunger is an optimistic, inspiring place to work. We want passionate and dedicated people to help build a better world. We’re a creative team made up of people with a wide range of talents, styles and expertise. But we are united in our relentless dedication to end world hunger. No challenge is too big. With you we can do it. Join us.
We are looking for a senior solicitor who is passionate about working for an international humanitarian organisation and who shares the values of Action Against Hunger and the wider sector.
Working with the Chief Executive and the Executive Committee of Directors, you will act as Company Secretary and as head of a small Legal and Governance team. This will involve providing high quality advice on legal, risk, compliance and governance matters across the UK organisation and progressing strategic priorities to ensure first class management of these areas.
You will respond to a broad range of legal queries and develop robust policies and procedures to advise on compliance with legal, regulatory and donor requirements, voluntary standards and best practice. You will be confident in working independently to provide high quality advice, drafting and reviewing contracts, preparing and delivering training, working with the Board of Trustees and instructing external counsel where appropriate. You will also work closely with the Executive Committee and the Board Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee to support reporting and management of risks across the organisation.
This is an exciting opportunity for a senior solicitor who is looking to build experience in the NGO sector and work in a broad, challenging and interesting role as part of a dynamic team. We would love to hear from you if you’re interested in joining us. For more detailed information on the role – and to see whether you have the necessary experience - please download the attached pdf Job description.
Closing Date: 8-Sep-2025 23:30
Interview Date: We intend to hold first round interviews on 17 & 18 September and second round interviews to be held on 22 & 24 September (or alternative dates can be arranged if needed).
Please read the following carefully before making your application: then all you need to do is send your CV and write a supporting statement explaining why you want the job and how your skills and experience make you the right person for the role and where you saw this vacancy.
- As a UK based position, candidates must have the right to work in the UK
- We welcome applications from all sections of the community and we encourage as broad a range of candidates as possible. If you need any additional support to help you through this process, please let us know (contact details in the job pack)
- Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only contact shortlisted candidates, within two weeks of the closing date Unfortunately, we cannot provide individual feedback
- If you experience any technical difficulties in submitting your application, please contact the charityjob helpdesk
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This innovative and exciting safeguarding officer role will build on our current provision to collaborate on safeguarding across several church denominations to ensure a safe, relevant and caring Church safeguarding environment for all. You would be working for Churches Alive in Mann (CAiM) as part of their ecumenical partnership, providing safeguarding support and services for the four denominations who are the lead contributing partners in this initiative (Roman Catholic Church, Church of England, Methodist Church and the Living Hope Community Church).
The ideal candidate will have:
- A relevant professional qualification or the equivalent (for example, in social care or criminal justice), with current professional registration where applicable.
- The ability to transfer good safeguarding practice to a non-statutory organisation, working with colleagues from a non-safeguarding background and achieve good safeguarding outcomes in that context.
- Experience in developing effective new ways of working for an organisation.
- Experience in cases involving the protection and safeguarding of children and/or adults, with at least some of that experience gained in a statutory agency.
- Experience of working with victims, survivors and perpetrators of abuse.
- Experience of assessing risk.
- The ability to be self-reflective, welcoming feedback from others.
- A strong commitment to equality and diversity.
- A personal commitment to the values and beliefs of the Christian community
A full job description and application form can be received from: hr @sodorandman.im
In line with current safer recruitment practices CVs are not accepted and an application form must be competed.
Completed applications should be returned to: hr @sodorandman.im
The closing date for this vacancy is 5th September, 2025. Short listing is scheduled for w/c 8th September 2025 and short listed candidates will be invited for an introductory visit to the island on 30th September 2025, with interviews the following day, 1st October 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a key role responsible for overseeing and managing the delivery and development of our Gateway programme for women. Alongside the daily management of staff and volunteers, this role is responsible for ensuring that the services provided are safe, best practice and compliant with all relevant policies and procedures.
As we seek to grow and reach more people, this role will play a vital role in undertaking strategic reviews of all current services and informing new service delivery and design. This will be undertaken in partnership with other service leads and working closely with senior leadership colleagues.
Please note: A requirement of the role is for the post-holder to be a practising Christian in accordance with the Equality Act 2010
Please note: A requirement of the role is for the post-holder to be a woman in accordance with the Equality Act 2010
Main duties:
· Oversight and delivery of all programme activities relating to Gateway including drop ins, one-to-one support, group activities and faith based activities.
· Establish and drive the overall strategic vision for the service in line with the operational plan and informed by the needs of the people the service exists for
· Lead the design and development of new services in line with client needs, resources, staffing and strategic purpose of the team.
· Hold direct budget responsibility for day-to-day operations and in line with any specific funding requirements
· Be an active member of the Off the Fence leadership team
· Review and implement policies and procedures for safe service delivery
· Provide reports on key activity, outputs and impact in line with KPIs and other reporting requirements.
· Line manage the team of key workers, providing regular performance reviews, pastoral support and identifying training needs.
· Support with the recruitment and onboarding of new team members, including in-house training and supervision
· Ensuring that key workers have a good working knowledge of local services, referral routes, other agencies and when to highlight safeguarding concerns.
· Provide pastoral support for the team and volunteers in the service
· Lead Bible studies, prayer meetings for staff, volunteers and at external events as required
· Recruit, retain and manage volunteers in line with organisational policies and procedures
· Ensure safe and efficient delivery of services in line with health and safety, safeguarding, data protection and safe working practices.
· Plan and maintain safe staffing ratios through effective resource allocation
· Design and delivery of projects/activities in line with fundraised income, including reporting and engaging with funders as required
· Build and establish key sector relationships across the city to enhance the team’s reach and impact in the community
· Oversight and pastoral responsibility for the faith-based activities delivered for and with clients
· Build and establish relationships with other providers who can meet the needs of our clients e.g. local health teams.
· Contribute to wider profile-raising activities of Off the Fence
· Review and implement policies and procedures for safe service delivery
· Have responsibility for the safe processing and storage of client data in line with data protection regulations and policies, including CRM.
· Regularly review the effectiveness, safety and efficiency of all services including drop ins and one-to-one support.
· Active membership of and attendance at local forums, groups and networks
Key attributes and experience required for the role:
· Proven experience in managing frontline services and staff teams (minimum 3 years in a supervisory/management role)
· Experience in delivering services with vulnerable client groups
· Strong knowledge of the legal and statutory framework for housing, benefits, employment. Ideally, knowledge of local services and support agencies.
· A passion for seeing women thrive – practically, emotionally and spiritually
· Strong alignment with the vision of Off the Fence, and a commitment to our organisational focus
· Strong understanding and application of safeguarding, data protection and health and safety policy.
· Experience in service design, service improvement and project management
· Experience in supporting people with complex and multiple needs, including substance abuse and severe mental health.
· Excellent organisational and time management skills
· High level of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality
· Ability to interpret policies, legislation and data effectively
· Proficient in Microsoft Office, and experience of CRM management
· A requirement of the role is for the post-holder to be a practising Christian in accordance with the Equality Act 2010
Vision and values
Off The Fence reaches out to break the cycle of poverty in Brighton & Hove, ensuring that no one is left behind. We believe in resisting poverty, empowering people, and restoring hope, and we work toward a future where social and spiritual poverty no longer exists.
By 1997, Off The Fence became a registered charity, allowing us to expand and tackle poverty in a deeper way, through compassion, excellence, unity, integrity, and a Christ-like approach to supporting the most vulnerable.
Poverty is complex—it’s not just about finances, but about housing, mental health, education, and belonging. To address these needs, Off The Fence now provides three core programmes, each offering a different form of practical and emotional support.
As poverty in Brighton & Hove has increased, so has our commitment. At the heart of our work is a belief that every person deserves dignity, hope, and the opportunity to rebuild their life.
The Gateway Programme at Off The Fence is dedicated to empowering women facing crisis, emotional hardship, or practical difficulties. Our Gateway Women’s Centre is a trauma-informed safe space where our support team offer confidential, one-to-one emotional, practical, and spiritual support. Through drop-ins, an essentials bank, and referrals, we equip women to confidently navigate life’s challenges.
Our goal-based workshops and wellness sessions provide opportunities for personal development while creating moments of joy and belonging. By breaking cycles of isolation, restoring self-agency, and connecting women to strong support networks,
Gateway empowers women to rebuild their lives. Whether through restorative care, discipleship sessions, or access to external services, women supported can step into a future of stability, community, and hope.
As a Christian organisation we seek to live and work by our values:
· Christ-like: we desire the best for others (Col 1:27, 1 John 3:16)
· Excellence: we aim for outstanding quality (1 Cor 12:31, Phil 4:8)
· Unity: we achieve more together (Ps 133, Eph 4:3)
· Compassion: we care for those who are suffering (Col 3:12, Matt 9:35)
· Integrity: we do what is right (Prov 10:9, Titus 2:7-8)
Working at Off the Fence
We are a small but highly dedicated team, passionate about seeing transformation across Brighton and Hove. Off the Fence employees are entitled to:
- 25 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays, with extra days added for long service
- Up to 5 days of mission leave (pro rata)
- 7% employer pension contributions
Notes for applicants
If you’re applying for this role, we ask that you submit your CV and a cover letter. In your cover letter please outline how your skills and experience align with the requirements of this role, as well as explaining why you want to be a part of Off the Fence.
Tackling social and spiritual poverty across Brighton and Hove
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.