Services co ordinator jobs
We’re recruiting a forward thinking, strategic and compassionate Head of Family Services to lead the development of our support services delivered by our team of Family Support Workers to families of children and young people with cancer in the East Midlands. This is a newly created role and a key position in our small, impactful charity.
We’re looking for someone with a strong background in family support, health or social care, excellent people and communication skills, and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of families facing childhood cancer.
The post holder will have direct line management responsibility for our team of Family Support Workers and Family Services Co-ordinator, providing leadership across service development, staff wellbeing, safeguarding, partnership engagement, and impact reporting. They will be responsible for ensuring that the team is supported through adequate training and supervision.
Partnership building with organisations and professionals will also form a part of this role and the post holder will build strong relationships with stakeholders across the health, social care and voluntary sectors.
Home based. Regular Teams and face-to-face meetings with travel to Leicester, Nottingham, and locations across the East Midlands required.
Making sure no family in the East Midlands faces childhood cancer alone.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ID: 1413 - Job title: Community Development Co-ordinator/Community Connector
Service: Charteris Centre CommUnity Development.
Salary: Grade 2 point 16 –19: £24,971 - £27,504 FTE per annum (£20,246.76 - £22,300.54 per annum, pro rata)
Location: Woodfield Park Community Centre – Welland. Peterborough
Hours: 30 hours per week (part time)
We offer flexible working arrangements - please see below for more details.
Contract: Permanent
Family Action & the Role’s Impact:
Family Action is a registered charity, building stronger families since 1869. Today we work with more than 60,000 families in over 200 community based services, as well as supporting thousands more through national programmes and grants. We transform lives by providing practical, emotional and financial support to those who are experiencing poverty, disadvantage and social isolation.
Woodfield Park CommUnity Project is a new and developing project which aims to bring together residents and support social cohesion through developing and delivering a varied programme of activities delivered from the Community Centre which will provide a space for residents to meet and build relationships.
Summary of job:
To work to core community development principles with community empowerment central to all work; - Supporting residents and local communities to play an active role in their community - and encouraging resident involvement in decision making - promoting integration and cohesion within and between communities in the Welland area.
This post will support local groups and organisations to initiate and develop services that enable the community to build their own capacity.
Permanent
Your skills
• We are looking for someone who is passionate about engaging with local communities and coproduction and can quickly establish a network of contacts with key workers in the community from the public, private and voluntary sectors. We want someone who can work with the local community to support and encourage their involvement in local needs led service development including establishment of relationships and mechanisms that support effective consultation and engagement with the local community to support meaningful involvement in decision making processes for the development of services.
Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):
• Educated to level 3 or above with a recognised professional qualification in community engagement/development work, health, education, or equivalent experience within these fields.
• Experience of recruiting, managing, and retaining volunteers.
• An understanding of how social exclusion, deprivation and marginalisation impacts upon communities, families, and individuals.
• The ability to produce good quality written reports and materials.
• Strong interpersonal skills; the ability to establish productive relationships with elected members, external organisations and local residents;
• Experience of establishing and supporting the development of volunteer led committees/ steering groups.
• Understand the importance and principles of community involvement, participation and co-production.
Benefits:
- an annual paid leave entitlement that commences at 25 working days pro rata, rising each April by one day, subject to a maximum of 30 working days plus bank holidays
- up to 6% matched-pension contributions
- flexible working arrangements and new starters have the right to make flexible working requests from day one of employment.
- enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave provisions.
- eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers
- cycle to work scheme.
- investing in your professional development with ongoing quality training and career development opportunities
We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect.
To Apply:
• Download and submit a completed Application Form linked to the Family Action job advert
• Closing Date : Friday 29th August 2025 at 23:59
• To learn more about Family Action: Recruitment Pack
• To learn more about our terms & conditions: Summary Terms & Conditions of Employment
• To help us fulfil our commitment to diversity and promoting equal opportunities: complete our anonymous Equality & Diversity Monitoring Information survey
Interview date tbc. For direct queries or if you would like to discuss any aspect of the selection process or flexible working requests, please email: sally.grieff (full email address available on Family Action vacancies page).
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.
We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Intersectionality is important to us, and we particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ candidates and disabled candidates because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action. We know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants and will reimburse your travel cost if you attend an in-person interview.
* Ordinarily Family Action appoints new starters at the starting point of the salary scale (with subsequent annual pay progression), unless you have experience that would justify appointment further up the salary scale or there are any other exceptional reasons
Family Action is an award-winning national charity working from the heart of local communities across England and Wales.




Actively Interviewing
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!
Are you compassionate, organised, and passionate about making a difference in the lives of older people living with dementia? Join our Homeline team, an established befriending service dedicated to reducing isolation and promoting wellbeing for residents aged 60+ in the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham.
About the role:
As our Dementia Coordinator you’ll lead the development and coordination of dementia-focused befriending activities, working closely with volunteers, carers, and local partners. Your work will help create a supportive, connected community where people living with dementia feel valued and engaged.
What you’ll do:
- Coordinating dementia-focused befriending matches & activities.
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Recruiting, supporting and training volunteers.
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Building strong links with carers, families & local services.
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Helping create an inclusive, welcoming dementia hub.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has experience in dementia services, the voluntary sector, and/or a strong understanding of the challenges faced by people living with dementia.
- Feels confident leading group activities and offering one-to-one support.
- Is confident delivering volunteer training and providing ongoing support.
- Brings empathy and a genuine commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Works flexibly and thrives as part of a supportive team.
Why join us?
You’ll be part of a small, caring team committed to practical, person-centred support for older people based in a charoty that has been serving the community for over 120 years. This is a unique chance to shape a growing service and improve the quality of life for people living with dementia in your community.
Please send us your current CV and include a cover letter that addresses each of the requirements as set out in the Person Specification for this role. Please ensure your CV includes two referees, one of which must be your current or most recent employer.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Opportunity: Youth and Community Work Co-Ordinator
Location: Ashford, Kent
Contract: 1-year fixed term
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Salary: £18,000 – £20,000
Uprising Youth and Community is a growing Christian youth work charity with over 10 years of experience in Ashford. We are seeking a passionate and proactive Youth and Community Work Co-Ordinator to support the delivery of two key projects:
- Hang10 – Detached youth work across Ashford
- Community Action Teams (CAT) – A gardening-based community initiative
This role also includes developing an Employability Pathway to offer young people meaningful work experience and volunteering opportunities.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a heart for working with young people and the wider community
- Can build strong relationships and communicate effectively
- Is adaptable, reliable, and ready to contribute ideas
- Ideally holds a full UK driving licence
"Given the nature of this role, an occupational requirement has been established for the post-holder to be sympathetic to the Christian ethos and the values of a faith-based youth community. This requirement is in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
We're looking for a confident and creative Events Co-ordinator to join our team. In this role, you'll be part of a driven team that brings events to life, turning ideas into seamless, engaging experiences. From planning through to delivery, your eye for detail and passion for event management will ensure each event leaves a lasting impression.
Main Responsibilities
- Manage incoming event enquiries and respond in a timely, professional manner
- Log and update event details using internal systems
- Lead planning discussions and guide event hosts through every stage
- Prepare tailored proposals and communications budgets carefully
- Co-ordinate with internal teams and external suppliers for smooth delivery
- Oversee all logistics on event days, ensuring high standards throughout
- Support reporting, feedback collection, and continuous improvement
- Support facilitation and organising of community meetings, forums and networks
- Encourage attendance through multiple communication channels.
- Circulate follow-ups from events and general news (e.g. consultations)
- Follow up on actions from events
Skills, Competencies and Behaviours
- Communicates clearly and professionally.
- Writes and speaks with confidence.
- Manages time and tasks effectively.
- Stays organised under pressure.
- Focuses on customer needs.
- Delivers a high level of service.
- Pays close attention to detail.
- Solves problems quickly and calmly.
- Works well with others.
- Uses event software and office tools confidently.
- Handles budgets and costings carefully.
- Adapts easily to change.
- Maintains a positive and professional attitude.
Who are we?
Voluntary Action Harrow Co-operative work with the local community providing information, training and guidance.
Based in Harrow, we are a not-for-profit co-operative owned by our workers. We have in-depth knowledge of the local area and of who’s doing what.
Support available to the successful candidate
You will be working within the Voluntary Action Harrow, Stronger Communities, and Third Sector Service Team, which holds a vast amount of knowledge, maintains monitoring templates, and has strong relationships with charities and community groups across Harrow.
Voluntary Action Harrow Co-operative aims to be an equal opportunity employer and is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
This role description can be requested in large print.
Application Process
- CV outlining related work experience, responsibilities and qualifications
- Cover letter covering why you want to work with us and the skills and knowledge in the job description.
If these documents are not received, we will not be able to progress with your application.
We are looking for a compassionate, enthusiastic and creative individual with experience of working with children and families to join a small but highly motivated team. You will have the opportunity to see the impact that your role and that of the wider charity makes to the children and families we support.
Our mission as a charity is to create brighter todays and better tomorrow for the children and families of Noah’s Ark. The Sparkle Fund plays a vital role in the first part of that mission, creating brighter days for inpatient families by delivering our ‘over and above’ service on the wards. Due to the popularity and success of this project and following a very successful The Big Give campaign in December 2024, we are looking to expand the team.
There are many ways in which you will be providing joy, fun and moments of sparkle to the patients and families in the hospital. The role is very varied, and no two days are the same! In any given week you could be organising hospital wide activities for Easter, celebrating a birthday with a long-term patient, arranging for a massage therapist to provide a break for parents, and distributing essentials packs for a family arriving to hospital in an emergency.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the Role
We are excited to launch this new role within LEAF’s Technical Innovation and Knowledge Exchange Team. As Projects and Delivery Coordinator, you will help drive our mission to deliver more climate-positive, nature-based farming through innovation and knowledge sharing.
You’ll work closely with the Head of Sustainable Farming and the Technical Team to plan, deliver, and monitor a wide range of projects and programmes, ensuring milestones, budgets, and resources are effectively managed. The role also involves supporting events and initiatives that promote Integrated Farm Management (IFM) across the sector.
Some UK travel will be required; a full UK driving licence is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate sustainability-focused projects from planning to reporting.
- Monitor budgets, timelines, and deliverables, addressing risks promptly.
- Support creation of technical resources and delivery of events (virtual and in-person).
- Gather and analyse data for impact measurement, case studies, and reports.
· Maintain strong stakeholder and partner relationships.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a motivated and organised professional with:
- Experience in project coordination and stakeholder engagement.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Financial and budget-tracking experience.
- A passion for sustainable agriculture.
For a full list of requirements and desirable skills, please see the attached document.
What We Offer
- Be part of a mission-driven organisation at the forefront of sustainable agriculture.
- Contribute to impactful, sector-leading projects.
- Work within a collaborative, supportive team.
- Benefit from ongoing professional development and growth opportunities.
· Unrivalled stakeholder engagement across food, farming, and environment
How to Apply
Send your CV and a short covering letter by 22 August 2025, explaining your interest in and suitability for the role.
For more about LEAF, visit our website
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The role involves facilitating the effective establishment and development of these groups by providing appropriate training, resources and advice. The post-holder will work closely with student leaders, members, and relevant stakeholders to support personal development and ensure a positive student group experience.
- Develop and implement systems that support the establishment, development, and sustainability of student-led societies, groups and networks at CSU.
- Work closely with society committees and student groups to identify their needs and coordinate appropriate training and support to enhance their skills, knowledge, and member engagement.
- Support student-led societies and groups in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of events and activities.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders across the university and within the local community.
Arch is an outstanding healthcare provider delivering primary care to homeless and vulnerably housed patients in Brighton & Hove. We are a committed and experienced team with a passion for improving the health and well-being of people who are homeless or vulnerable.
We are looking to appoint a prescribing ANP or Paramedic ACP to lead our enhanced outreach service, which delivers healthcare on the streets, in day centres, hostels and emergency/temporary accommodation. Our ideal candidate will be a highly self-motivated leader who is organised, driven, open and caring. They will be able to think on their feet, have great problem-solving abilities and be comfortable with the flexibility required for a role such as this. Most importantly they will be dedicated to the delivery of the highest possible standards of care for people who are living without homes in Brighton & Hove.
22.5 hours per week / £26,230 per annum, pro rata / permanent / hybrid - working pattern to be discussed at interview.
is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, increasing life skills and self-confidence, and improving emotional wellbeing and mental health.
Our Youth Voice and Engagement team specialise in youth participation and digital co-production. They have an organisation-wide strategic remit to develop and embed an inclusive and accessible youth voice and leadership programme. The team is also responsible for the delivery of our digital e-wellbeing service and the development of other digital platforms to meet the needs of the children and young people we support.
We are recruiting for a Youth Voice and Engagement Co-ordinator to help us bring youth participation to life across West Sussex. As part of our Youth Engagement Team, you’ll lead the delivery of our Youth Voice Action Plan, working directly with young people in supported accommodation, therapeutic services, and youth advice settings in West Sussex. You’ll collaborate with frontline staff to embed meaningful engagement practices and ensure young people’s voices are heard, valued, and acted upon.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
Qualifications, knowledge, and experience
We are recruiting a Youth Voice and Engagement Co-ordinator, who has experience in youth engagement, co-production, or participation work. The successful applicant will have strong facilitation and communication skills and a proactive, organised, and collaborative approach. You will also have the ability to build trust with young people and staff alike and knowledge of trauma-informed and psychologically informed approaches.
If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact
Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at
CLOSING DATE: Sunday 31 August 2025 at midnight. We reserve the right to close this advert early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Successful candidates will already have the right to live and work in the UK without restrictions. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role
An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment.
Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us.
YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the Children’s and Adults’ barred lists) check, along with a reference and background check carried out by a third-party service provider.
We believe every young person has the right to discover their potential.


About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic team administrator to join our small, friendly and relaxed team at SCONUL, the professional association for academic and research libraries. The team currently works one to two days a week from our modern offices close to Euston station and the remainder of the week from home.
You will be responsible for providing administrative support across all aspects of the organisation’s work, including diary management, the organisation of meetings and supporting the delivery of the SCONUL Access Scheme. It’s a role that provides scope for autonomy and to become involved in the full range of the organisation’s work and to develop a broad set of skills.
We are looking with someone with relevant office or administration experience who is well organised and with strong communication and IT skills. The role would suit someone who is self-motivated, flexible and happy to take the initiative.
This is a permanent post. Excellent benefits are offered that include 30-day holiday allowance, defined benefit pension scheme, support with learning and development and season ticket loan after probation.
SCONUL is committed to fostering greater diversity in the library community and has an active programme promoting equity, diversity and inclusion across our member libraries. The same applies to the SCONUL office team and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly encouraging applications from the global majority.
Starting salary: £25,462
Employer:SCONUL (The Society of College, National and University Libraries), 94 Euston Street, London NW1 2HA
Contract: The Team Administrator post is a permanent position. We are happy to accept applications for those seeking full time positions or from more experienced candidates seeking a part-time position.
Location: This post is based up to two days a week at SCONUL's London office with the remainder of the time working from home. It will also involve occasional travel to other sites.
References: Appointment is subject to receipt of satisfactory references.
Job description
Reporting to the Project Manager and working closely with the Project Manager and SCONUL Co-ordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Organising the schedule of meetings for the SCONUL Board and SCONUL working Groups.
- Managing the diary of the Executive Director.
- Supporting the delivery of the SCONUL Access Scheme including:
- answering routine queries from Access Scheme users, applicants and university administrators
- providing SCONUL Access contacts with timely and relevant information about the scheme
- providing routine technical support to applicants and university contacts responsible for processing applications and refer potentially more complex or disruptive technical problems
- drafting changes to website content to reflect the scheme’s current practice and procedures.
- Supporting the delivery of SCONUL events including:
- drafting and following up invitations to speakers and other participants with support from the Project Manager
- managing and processing events registrations
- booking accommodation and travel arrangements when required
- production of event documentation
- helping to manage events on site, including briefing and managing colleagues, volunteers, and external suppliers, supporting, advising and directing event participants.
- Processing invoices and other office paperwork.
- Answering general queries from members and students phoned into the office.
- Uploading content onto the SCONUL website and helping keep the content up to date.
Skills and experience required
The ideal candidate will relish the opportunity of working as part of a small dynamic team and be an outgoing, flexible individual with a can-do attitude who enjoys engaging with members.
Essential:
- previous experience of office administration or equivalent.
- strong interpersonal and presentation skills
- customer service skills including a positive, customer-focused approach
- strong organisational skills and an eye for detail
- excellent written skills in relation to the production of letters and other documents.
- a high level of IT literacy
- proven ability to work as both a team member and autonomously
- willingness to engage with SCONUL’s purpose and mission, and with the needs and aims of our members
- demonstrable experience of managing a diverse workload; being able to prioritise work and working under pressure.
Desirable:
- experience of organising diaries
- experience of organising events
- experience of using Sage
- experience of working with websites.
How to apply:
Please apply with a single document incorporating a written statement and CV by close of play on Friday 29 August. The statement of no more than 1000 words should explain why you believe you have the skills and experience to fulfil this role.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 9 September, please do confirm in your application if you are able to attend on this date.
The interview will also include a short writing exercise.
Due to the high volume of CV's we anticipate receiving, we can only respond to successful candidates.
Please apply with a single document incorporating a written statement and CV by close of play on Friday 29 August. The statement of no more than 1000 words should explain why you believe you have the skills and experience to fulfil this role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Racial Justice Coordinator
We are seeking a Racial Justice Co-ordinator to lead and support the delivery of the racial justice strategy at the Diocese.
Position: Racial Justice Coordinator
Salary: £36,050 pa for full time or £28,840 for 30 hours per week
Location: Hybrid/Hove
Hours: Full or Part-time, (37.5 hours) or 0.8 (30 hours per week) - Flexitime
Contract: 3-year fixed term contract
Closing Date: 7th September 2025
Interview Date: Hove on 25th September 2025
About the Role
We are looking for a lay or ordained co-ordinator to be a passionate advocate for racial justice. Candidates will have a good understanding of the complexities and barriers for UKME/GMH people within the diocese and the ability to reflect on these from a theological perspective.
This is a key role in the life of the Diocese, and you will act as advocate for racial justice, develop and deliver training in parishes and church schools and recruit and equip deanery Racial Justice Advocates. You will work collaboratively with the Racial Justice Officer, the Racial Justice Committee and diocesan leadership team to support the Diocese to hold its racial justice vision and help to inspire, challenge, and empower churches and schools to collectively achieve this vision.
The principal duties include:
- Raising awareness of all aspects of racial justice work in the Diocese and supporting the Diocese to hold its racial justice vision
- Planning, facilitating and oversight of racial justice training and events for clergy, lay leaders and schools
- Recruiting, training, and equipping deanery Racial Justice Advocates and providing ongoing support
- Supporting UKME/GMH vocations to lay and ordained ministry
- Monitoring and collecting data on the progress, impact, and outcomes of racial justice projects
The role is made possible because of funding from the National Church of England and will be appointed on a 3-year fixed term contract.
About You
The ideal candidate will:
- Have a good understanding of the framework for racial justice and the ability to reflect on the issues from a theological perspective
- Be passionate about the place of UKME/GMH people in God’s mission with the ability to inspire, encourage and support others to advocate for racial justice
- Have experience in project planning and strong organisational skills
- Be able to plan and deliver training and build, develop and support networks
For full details of the job please see the job description and person specification when you click to apply.
The organisation wants its commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion for all to be reflected in the composition of staff and are particularly keen to receive applications from candidates from communities currently underrepresented in the diocese.
In return:
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 2 additional privilege days
- 15.1% employer pension contribution (0–6% employee contribution)
- Free parking, eye tests, cycle to work scheme and development opportunities
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and completion of a Confidential Declaration Form.
This is a post to which a Genuine Occupational Requirement under paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 apples, the requirement being that the post holder is a practising Christian.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Racial Justice Coordinator, Advocate, Advocacy, Training Coordinator, Racial Justice Advocate. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
It’s no secret that we are facing interlinked nature, climate and health emergencies and we have never needed a healthy natural world more - and it, in return, has never needed us more.
We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Volunteer Co-Ordinator to support, inspire and empower our volunteers, branches, and affiliated groups to take action for nature. This role requires someone who is a people-person, great at building relationships, an excellent administrator, and confident with IT.
This is a flexible, hybrid role with at least one day in the office in Shrewsbury each week and travel within Shropshire.
The Volunteer Co-Ordinator is responsible for ensuring that volunteers have a fulfilling and rewarding experience during their time with SWT. They will look after the whole volunteer journey; helping volunteers find the right role, building their skills and knowledge, celebrating their achievements, and ensuring they feel like a valued part of the team.
We’re looking for those who have:
·Confidence with IT, especially Microsoft programmes, and are comfortable picking up new systems.
·Excellent administration skills, have worked with databases, and have great attention to detail.
·A personal connection to nature and believe that connecting others to nature plays a key role in addressing the climate and ecological crises.
·Experience managing volunteers throughout their journey, including recruitment, onboarding, ongoing training and development, and a good understanding of health and safety requirements.
·A good understanding of what motivates people to volunteer and how to create a great volunteer experience.
·A proven ability to build and nurture working relationships with a wide range of people and personalities.
·Strong communication, able to get your point across clearly, and have difficult conversations when needed.
·A full UK driving license.
The Trust is committed to building an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce we encourage applications from a diverse range of suitably qualified candidates. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to make our recruitment process more accessible.
Why work for us - benefits we offer:
·25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and Service related holiday (pro-rated for part time staff)
·Salary sacrifice benefits
·Life assurance
·Generous pension - company contribution 7%, employee contribution 3%
·Enhanced Sick Pay
·Flexible working policy
·Employee Assistance Programme
·Staff discounts
·Employee away days
·Enhanced pay for maternity and adoption leave
·Coaching
·Support with training and development to assist career progression
·Inclusive & supportive work atmosphere.
Safeguarding:
Shropshire Wildlife Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. For applicable roles, applicants must be willing to undergo reference checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service checks at the appropriate level.
No enquiries from agencies or for further advertising will be taken.
About us:
Shropshire Wildlife Trust (SWT) has a vision of a thriving natural world, where Shropshire's wildlife and natural habitats play a valued role in addressing the climate and ecological emergencies, and people are inspired and empowered to take action for nature. We combine projects across Shropshire (including Telford & Wrekin) with advocacy and campaigning to restore nature and to engage people. We manage over 40 nature reserves and have almost 50 staff, 300 volunteers, and over 9000 members. SWT is an autonomous charity, but we are increasingly working collectively, as part of The Wildlife Trusts (TWT), to ensure that our local actions have a national impact and help to address global issues.
Job title: Professional Communities Manager
Reporting to: Director of Membership
Line Manager Responsibility for: Professional Communities Co-ordinator
Location: This is a remote UK-based role with regular travel to CST’s national and regional events, mainly in Birmingham and London. Candidates within reasonable travel distance to these locations are preferred.
Salary: £41,603 - £45,470 a year.
Pension: We offer a workplace pension and life assurance scheme. CST makes contributions equivalent to 10% of your gross salary.
Annual leave: Initially 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional two days leave after three years’ service.
Working hours: Full-time 37.5 hours.
Application Closing Date: Wednesday 27th August 2025, 12 noon.
Interview Date: First stage interviews will be conducted on Tuesday 9th September 2025, second stage interviews will be conducted on Thursday 11th September 2025.
Job overview
The Professional Communities Manager leads the development, content curation, and operational delivery of CST’s 11 Professional Communities. These networks, events, and forums are a core benefit of CST membership and are provided free of charge to members.
This is a proactive, member-focused role that blends operational excellence with strategic content oversight. The postholder will work directly with community chairs, subject experts, community supporters, CST platinum partners and members to ensure that all communities are vibrant, professionally hosted, and deliver high-quality, relevant content.
The role also plays a key part in ensuring a joined-up approach to content across CST’s full range of activities, working closely with the professional learning and conference teams and partnerships to ensure alignment and maximise value for members.
Key responsibilities
Strategic Development and Continuous Improvement
- Develop and implement strategic plans to strengthen the value, engagement, and content of CST Professional Communities.
- Set clear objectives and KPIs to monitor success and drive continuous improvement of community services.
- Regularly evaluate community activity, identifying ways to increase engagement, relevance, and impact for members.
Community Content Curation and Management
- Oversee the quality, consistency, and relevance of content across all 11 Professional Communities, ensuring alignment with member priorities and organisational objectives.
- Work in partnership with community chairs, subject experts, community supporters and CST’s platinum partnerships to proactively commission, curate, and quality-assure community content (e.g., webinars, blogs, resources, discussions).
- Work closely with the professional learning and conference teams to ensure a joined-up, coherent approach to content across CST activity, avoiding duplication and enhancing overall member value.
- Identify content gaps and work creatively, including drawing upon resources and contacts within the policy and partnership team to address them, ensuring a balanced and evolving programme across the communities.
Community Engagement and Facilitation
- Lead and facilitate virtual and in-person community events, ensuring professional delivery and high-quality member interaction.
- Support and brief speakers, chairs, and contributors to ensure a consistently excellent experience for members.
- Actively promote member engagement through community platforms and other channels, driving participation and interaction.
Stakeholder Relationships
- Build and maintain strong relationships with CST members, community chairs, speakers, and supporters.
- Collaborate with internal colleagues across membership, communications, professional learning, policy, and conference teams to maximise the impact of community activities.
- Manage relationships with sponsors where appropriate, ensuring alignment with CST values.
Digital Platform and Event Management
- Oversee the effective use of digital and platforms (including CiviCRM and Hivebrite,) to host communities, deliver events, and share content.
- Manage operational aspects of events and online communities, ensuring smooth logistics and excellent user experience.
Data, Insight, and Reporting
- Monitor and report on community engagement, content performance, and member feedback, using data to guide improvements.
- Lead the ongoing development of data processes for the communities, ensuring accurate insights are captured and shared.
Team Leadership and Development
- Manage, develop, and support the Professional Communities Coordinator, fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture.
- Encourage learning and development across the team to ensure consistently excellent member service.
Adaptability and Wider Contribution
- Contribute to broader membership engagement strategies and initiatives.
- Undertake any other duties as required by the Director of Membership to support CST’s mission
About the Role
Advice Giving
- Deliver a multi-channel advice service, including home visits, to clients regarding their energy needs and income maximisation support, ensuring advice provided meets the requirements of Citizens Advice quality standards.
- Ensure all case recording and other record keeping is completed within agreed timescales and conforms to the Office Manual and the Advice Quality Standards
- Use sensitive listening and questioning skills in order to allow clients to explain their problem(s) and to identify the next course of action.
- Use a range of information sources to find relevant information, then interpret and communicate this to clients, enabling them to tackle fuel poverty and financial hardship for the long-term.
- Assist clients with other related problems where they are an integral part of their case and refer internally or to other specialist agencies as appropriate.
- Meet the individual performance targets set as part of this project.
Research & Campaigning
- Take an active role in the research and campaigns process by identifying trends and social policy issues and communicating these to the Project Supervisor and Research & Campaigns Co-ordinator.
- Keep up to date with current research and campaigns priorities, initiatives and plans.
Administration
- Collect and record all relevant information given during interviews on to Casebook to meet the monitoring and evaluation requirements of the project.
- Be self-administering and undertake general administration tasks e.g. taking messages; photocopying, collating, filing; processing post etc.
Professional development
- Pass the City and Guilds NEA Level Energy Awareness exam within 2 months of starting the role.
- Keep up to date with relevant energy advice issues and maintain an up to date working knowledge of all new relevant legislation through:
- Attending training opportunities.
- Reading monthly subscriptions, relevant publications and Citizens Advice Updates
- Prepare for and attend supervision sessions/team meetings/staff meetings/forums, as appropriate.
- Identify and implement your own learning and development needs.
Other duties and responsibilities
- If required, work from a variety of Citizens Advice Liverpool outlets across the city as required over the course of the week.
- Promote the aims, policies, and membership requirements of the Citizens Advice service.
- Ensure all processes and procedures that relate to the responsibilities of the role are delivered with a high level of awareness of the organisation’s equality and diversity ethos and policies.
- Be a positive ambassador for Citizens Advice Liverpool.
- Abide by health and safety guidelines and share responsibility for own safety and that of colleagues.
Requirements
Desirable
1. One year’s experience of delivering generalist advice within Citizens Advice or another quality assured environment such as AQS.
Essential
2. Experience of using interpersonal skills, including sensitive listening and questioning skills to understand the needs of others, especially in the context of telephony.
3. Ability to give and receive feedback objectively and sensitively.
4. Effective oral and written communication skills, with good IT knowledge to support delivery of service
5. Ability and willingness to work both on own initiative and as part of a team.
6. Willingness to learn and develop skills and be flexible with service delivery.
7. A good understanding of fuel poverty issues and the issues affecting society and their implications for clients and service provision.
8. Ability to assist with research and campaigns works by providing information about clients’ circumstances
9. Understanding of and commitment to the aims and principles of the Citizens Advice service and its equal opportunities policies.
10. Ability to pass City and Guilds NEA Level 3 Energy Awareness exam within the first 2 months of starting the role.
About us
This role is part of a brand-new service which is being delivered across Liverpool and will provide dedicated energy and welfare support to individuals who are vulnerable and in or at risk of fuel poverty.
As Energy Adviser, you will provide a multi-channel advice service, including home visits, to fuel poor and vulnerable consumers who are struggling to pay their bills or require better deals on energy. That advice will include:
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guidance on the most appropriate payment methods.
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information on how to access help from energy suppliers.
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energy efficiency measures and ways to save on bills.
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information about Smart Meters.
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maximising benefit and other income.
You will also need to have passed the City and Guilds NEA Level Energy Awareness exam within 2 months of starting the role.
You will have excellent communication skills, be confident, motivated and willing to try new things. We’re not looking for the finished article, if you have the right attitude then we can help to develop your skills.