Social care and Development jobs

Do you want the unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced service, delivering exceptional support to families bereaved by and witness to homicide, coordinating a tailored package of support to service users and their families?

Would you enjoy working closely with Police Major Crime teams providing briefings on the work we do in the Homicide Service?

If yes, then we'd love to hear from you...

We have an exciting opportunity for a Homicide Family Caseworker to join our team, you will be based in the Avon and Somerset area working 22.5 hours a week. The team you will be joining covers the Southwest of England.

What we offer:

At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:

• Flexible working options including hybrid working
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave
• Pension with 5% employer contribution
• Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments
• High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts
• Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
• Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
• Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes
• Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans
• Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression

About the role:

You will be joining a passionate and committed team who provide high quality and bespoke support to service users. We pride ourselves on exceptional trauma informed advocacy and support to all service users.

You will be driven to make a difference every day with the ability to focus on the needs of vulnerable service users. You will have resilience and adaptability; understand the importance of professional boundaries; have excellent listening skills and the ability to demonstrate empathy. You will enjoy the challenge of a busy caseload and will be able to demonstrate the excellent organisation skills essential to managing a demanding and diverse workload.

Once in post you will benefit from the mandatory comprehensive training programme which will build on your existing skills and experience to prepare you for the role. Homicide Service training includes criminal justice process; trauma informed approach to support; supporting traumatically bereaved families; personal and professional resilience.

As a fully trained Homicide Family Caseworker you will be responsible for managing your own complex caseload to the highest quality standards.

Please read carefully the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details, this is essential for your application.

You will need:

• Understanding of the impact of crime on victims.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering services and working directly within a statutory, voluntary or multi agency setting(s).
• Ability to balance competing needs and priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A successful track record of building effective working relationships across internal and external stakeholders

This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. If you are unable to drive because of a disability please indicate this in your application in your personal statement so we can explore the feasibility of alternative arrangements.

About Us:

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.

Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.

As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.

If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.

How to apply:

To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.

We look forward to hearing from you.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.

If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.

Flexible, UK, United Kingdom

As our Innovation and Digital Experience Manager, you will lead the charge in implementing a test and learn approach to innovation and UX/UI design, to increase income, enhance engagements with our external audiences, and improve supporter stewardship. This role requires a strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and a deep understanding of digital technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advocate for an MVP, test and learn, user experience and design led approach, to help us deliver our mission. 
• Identify and evaluate new digital technologies and trends, making recommendations for their adoption.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement the innovation framework, delivering products/projects for teams to self-manage.

About You:

• You will be able to demonstrate your experience in a similar digital innovation role, delivering complex initiatives.
• You have strong leadership skills and experience of line-management.
• You are proficient in project management methodologies and innovation frameworks.
• You have excellent problem-solving skills and can think strategically.
• You are a strong communicator with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.

Happy to talk Flexible Working: At The Salvation Army we strive to make flexible work arrangements available to everyone. Therefore, for this position, we are open to considering options that meet your needs and the needs of the department. Our flexible options include agile working (a mix of remote and a minimum of 40% Office Based), agile flex (Less than 40% office based), home-based working (irregular office attendance working 1 day or less per month at a Salvation Army site), job sharing and compressed hours (full-time hours condensed into a shorter week).

In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile and any other attachments.

In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.

Appointment subject to satisfactory references and proof of right to work in the UK

For details of how to prove your right to work in the UK please visit the government website and please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship. 

Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.

Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.

Benefits:
25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time) a contributory pension scheme; an employee assistance programme

Working hours: Minimum of 35 hours per week

Closing date: Sunday 8 Jun 2025

Interview Date: Monday 16th and Friday 20th June

The role

As Partner Engagement Manager you will promote the work of Family Fund and maintain a positive profile within the disability sector in Northern Ireland and with key Government/political stakeholders.

You will undertake a range of public affairs and policy activities that help sustain and grow our government funding and that secure positive outcomes for disabled children and their families. You will be acknowledged as a senior Family Fund representative across the disability sector, deputising for the Group CEO, or Directors on committees and at events as required.

You will also identify growth/income opportunities and feed through to relevant internal teams, providing follow up support, as required.

If you join us, you’ll be:

• Ensuring that Family Fund’s profile remains high amongst key organisations.
• Engaging with Ministers and MLAs to building awareness and support for Family Fund’s work.
• Family Fund’s key point of contact for all partners and stakeholders in Northern Ireland.
• Engaging in sector working groups and consortia to help secure improved support for families raising disabled children.
• Inputting to government policy development via consultations and direct work with government departments.
• Promoting the support offered by Family Fund to support demand generation, including targeted work in relation to our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion objectives.
• Supporting our Fundraising Team in identifying and securing funding opportunities that allow Family Fund to provide improved grants/information and support services to families.

About you 

For this role you will need to have experience of presenting to external stakeholders and representing an organisation in a professional capacity. Ideally you will have some knowledge/experience of public affairs or policy development work.

To be successful in this role you will need to be self-motivated and be able to engage positively with different teams. You must be flexible, adaptable and resilient to work demands and change. This post is home based with regular travel.

About us

Family Fund is a great place to work for great people. We provide a challenging and rewarding working environment where every staff member can make their mark.

We are a values based organisation and we aim to show our values in all that we do. Read our staff stories here, and see how our staff display our values every day.

We commit to inclusion, equality and diversity and we welcome applications from all parts of the community. Family Fund is a Disability Confident Employer. We will invite to interview all disabled applicants who meet the requirements for the role. If you have a disability, and are happy to let us know, please highlight this in your covering letter.

How to apply

When you’re ready to apply, complete the online application form and submit a CV and a covering letter. Your letter will need to explain what skills and qualities you would bring to the team.

For more information, please read the job description on our website.

The successful candidate must complete pre-employment checks that meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. This includes a right to work check and employment history verification.

Information:

Closing date: Midnight on Tuesday 3 June 2025
Interview date: Friday 13 June 2025

Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?  

Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge? 

Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard? 

Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility. 

We have an exciting opportunity for an Advocate to join our team covering South Gloucestershire.  This is a full time post but part time may be considered.

Your role will require you to travel to locations such as hospitals and care homes across the area to meet with clients and professionals and be home based for administration; therefore, a suitable home internet connection is essential. For work with our children and young people in borough, there will be other settings to visit.

About us 

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations. 

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website. 

About you

Desirably you will have some experience of working as an Advocate, providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults or Children and young people who have support needs, ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing education and support.

You should have worked or volunteered in health, social care, welfare, support services, education or young person’s services, or advice and guidance.

How will you make a difference?

You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.

You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options, and will assist them in the decision-making process relating to their care, treatment, and support.

You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support.  You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them.  You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard. 

Professional Development?

You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day.

Benefits 

· 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time colleagues) rising to 30 days upon 5 years’ service 

· 5% employer pension & minimum 3% employee contribution 

· Salary sacrifices pension scheme 

· Separate Life Assurance Cover (equivalent of two times your annual salary) 

· Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays, gym membership etc 

· 24/7 Employee Assistance programme 

· Access to remote counselling service 

· Paid Disability Leave 

· Paid compassionate Leave 

· Home Working Allowance  

Support with continuous professional development 

· Access to Clifton Strengths Coaching for development  

· Personal Development Plans 

How are staff supported to work remotely? 

VoiceAbility has a small number of offices. Employees including Team Leaders are homebased for Administration and meetings will be held online as well as in person in the relevant community. 

When you need to travel for work, expenses will be paid (mileage or public transport costs).  

VoiceAbility offers the usual regular manager one to ones, Staff forums and communities of practice depending on role. Team meetings with a mix of virtual and in person approach. 

Equality and Diversity

VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact us for further options.

How to apply

To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form. 

Important Dates:

Closing date for applications; 26 May 2025 at midnight

Interview dates: 26 May and 2 June

Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.

Want to know more about VoiceAbility and the role?

Please contact visit our website.

NB:  If you don't already hold the Independent Advocacy Practice qualification, and you are successful in your application, it is a requirement that you complete the core element within 12 months of commencing the training.  VoiceAbility will fund this training. 

Talent Scout – London
Location: London
Salary: £30,000 per annum + plus a £4,000 London weighting
Hours: Full Time

Standing Tall is an innovative not-for-profit reducing homelessness one person at a time. 80% of the people we help are still off the streets and in the same job 12 months later. In 2023, Standing Tall won Social Enterprise UK’s ‘One to Watch’ award. We’re looking for an exceptional person to lead and deliver what we do in London.

We’re looking for a versatile person who makes things happen and has exceptional emotional intelligence. If you’re looking to make good change happen and join a small start-up with a big social mission, you’re in the right place.

Our Mission

Standing Tall is a not-for-profit that matches people experiencing homelessness with stable jobs and safe homes. We know our model works because 80% of the people we help are still off the streets and in the same job one year later! In 2023, we won Social Enterprise UK’s ‘One to Watch’ award.

Last year, we’re grew our operations into Leeds, Liverpool, and Bristol to add to our existing operations in Birmingham, Manchester, and London. We’ve recently started working in Nottingham and Derby.

About the role...

What you’ll be expected to do:

• Assess and support people for 12 months who have been through homelessness, placing them in stable jobs and safe homes 
• Build partnerships with businesses willing to work with Standing Tall to employ people who have been through homelessness
• Recruit, train, and support Standing Tall’s Amici Hosts to provide safe homes for people who have been through homelessness
• Having responsibility for Standing Tall’s operations and activities in London.

A bit about you...

What we're looking for:

• A person who has strong motivation for social justice and has a genuine passion to help people reach their potential.
• A person with exceptional emotional intelligence to assess an individual’s motivations.
• A person with a commitment to quality will naturally focus attention on delivering the highest standard of service possible.
• A person with exceptional resilience and adaptability, has a strong sense of identity and will change their approach to ensure outcomes are still achieved. 
• A person who can lead bringing all he/she/they have/has to offer to work with others so the best outcome can be achieved.
• A person with financial competence to monitor budgets and understand the financial implications of how services are delivered.
• A person who can think commercially to identify and secure opportunities and build financial surpluses.

Application deadline: 5pm on Tuesday 3rd June 2025.

If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted on Friday 6th June and invited to an assessment day.
The assessment day will take place in central London on Thursday 12th June 2025 (9:30am-4pm).
Please keep this date free in your diary.
If you do not hear from us, please assume you have not been successful. As a small organisation, we do not have the capacity to provide feedback or offer alternative assessment dates.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

Standing Tall is committed to diversity, welcoming applications from anyone who can demonstrate the key competencies we need. We celebrate diversity and we want to attract people who have had different life experiences.

No agencies please.

Location: Sidmouth, Devon
Salary: £39,000 – £44,000 (depending on qualifications and experience)
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours/week (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm)

Do you have a heart for people, a head for leadership, and a passion for making a real difference?

At Rose Lawn, a charming 29-bed care home nestled in the picturesque seaside town of Sidmouth, we're searching for a dedicated Registered Manager to lead our team and home into its next chapter. Whether you're a current Registered Manager or a highly experienced Deputy ready to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you!

Why Rose Lawn?

• Located on the stunning Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• A true community home with ground-floor rooms and private garden patios
• Part of Keychange, a charity driven by Christian values and a mission to transform lives through love and support

About the Role

As Registered Manager, you’ll be the heart and soul of Rose Lawn—leading a team to deliver outstanding, person-centred care. You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading and inspiring staff through effective management, supervision, and development
• Upholding care excellence, ensuring we exceed CQC standards across all key areas
• Managing budgets, finances, and sustainability with confidence
• Building community, engaging with residents, families, churches, and local networks
• Fostering a safe and nurturing environment, rooted in compassion and faith

What You’ll Bring

Essential:

• Completed or working towards Level 5 in Leadership for Health and Social Care
• Experience managing or supervising in a care setting
• Strong leadership, communication, and administrative skills
• A passion for values-led, person-centred care

Desirable:

• Experience working with people with dementia
• Familiarity with Christian values in care environments
• Proficiency with digital care planning systems

Ready to Lead with Heart?

Apply now and become part of a legacy of care, community, and compassion at Rose Lawn.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £39,000.00-£44,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Looking to make a real difference to young care experienced people? We’re now recruiting two Housing Support Officers to be part of our Hummingbird Homes project, a unique new model helping young people transition from care to independent living.

At Handcrafted we work with a range of vulnerable people including care leavers. Their stories and experiences have helped us to recognise that there is a gap in provision from 16+, where transitioning into independent living is either an overly support intensive time or very isolating. We have created a new model of support for those transitioning from care to independent living, bridging a critical gap in services.

Your impact:

As Housing Support Officer you will

1) Provide relationship-based support to create a nurturing, supportive environment for young people. We want to empower them while guiding them through an overwhelming time.

2) Be part of a small, close-knit community of homes where young people can live near each other, independently and close-by to support workers.

3) Be at the heart of the mission and build strong relationships with young people. Create an open space for growth, learning, and development.

Job Coach
Salary: £15 p/h
Place of work: Various London locations
Reports to: Project Lead – Employment Development & Access Support
Contract period: Various hours as needed – zero hours contract

The Organisation

Action on Disability (AoD), founded in 1979, is one of London’s leading Disabled People’s Organisations. As we believe in the Social Model of Disability, our values and principles embrace inclusive and accessible ways of working both internally and in all our activities, seek the participation and contribution of our members, and encourage and respect diversity.

The organisation is a medium sized charity with a Board of Trustees, 24 staff and a strong ad hoc staff and volunteer base including many with direct experience of disability – all of whom are passionate about removing the barriers that disabled people face.

AoD provides five key services. These are: Youth, Employment, Welfare Benefits, Independent Living and Direct Payments.

AoD’s Employment Service

The Action on Disability Employment Service is setting the agenda for disability employment across London with great results. We have carved out a role, and reputation, for setting up and delivering supported internships for people with learning disabilities. We provide management, job coaching and employer engagement for over 50 young people with learning disabilities each year across our 6 internship sites.

We are looking to recruit a number of job coaches to support interns and graduates of these programs in their jobs.

Background

Action on Disability is the supported employment service partner on a number of supported internships for young people with learning disabilities around West and South London. They are looking to recruit a number of job coaches to support interns and graduates of these programs in their jobs.

The Post

The purpose of the job is to provide coaching, support and guidance to young people with learning disabilities (17+) within their workplaces. You will support interns/graduates to become independent in their roles and provide the necessary coaching, training and encouragement to enable them to succeed. You will work closely with the employer to ensure they are supported and can confidently manage and train their intern/employee once your support has been withdrawn.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• To carry out a detailed job analysis of potential jobs / work placements
• To carry out detailed job matching of service users and jobs
• To comprehensively learn jobs across different sectors – not restricted to but potentially including – Catering, Customer Service, Administration, IT and Retail
• To implement training/coaching plans which will enable the candidates to fulfil their roles to employer standards
• To conduct regular reviews to ensure candidates are progressing within their roles and to identify and meet new support needs
• To build up natural support within employers and taper off one 1:1 job coaching over time
• To negotiate and implement disability-related reasonable adjustments on an individual basis
• To identify client’s skills, strengths, interests and aspirations to inform an ongoing vocational profile
• To liaise with managers to discuss progress and respond to issues

Organisational responsibilities

• To work in accordance with Action on Disability’s Aims, Objectives and Values
• To comply with all organisational and departmental policies and procedures, and in particular to ensure safe, fair and responsible working practices through the implementation of AoD’s Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities, Safeguarding and Confidentiality policies
• To promote the work of AoD and promote and implement the social model of disability
• To keep accurate records and provide monitoring statistics and evaluation information as required for internal and external purposes
• To participate in and actively contribute to individual supervision, training, team and organisational meetings
• To work flexibly, being prepared to perform other duties commensurate with the role, which may include new areas of operation following consultation
• Any other task appropriate to the role.

Person Specification

Essential

• High expectations for the employment potential of young people with learning disabilities
• Experience of training, education or employment support delivery for marginalised groups
• Significant and demonstrable experience of supporting people facing complex barriers to achieve their goals
• An understanding of the needs of employers and the benefits to business of having a diverse workforce
• An understanding of the Social Model of Disability and its practical application
• Ability and willingness to learn and carry out all tasks within a variety of jobs, in order to be able to coach the client
• Demonstrable experience of success in building strong and positive relationships and rapport with a wide variety of people and organisations
• Demonstrable problem-solving skills and experience
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Demonstrable ability to communicate with a wide range of people
• Good organisational skills and ability to keep accurate records and case notes
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint and the internet and a good level of computer literacy.
• Being willing and able to travel easily within the boroughs of London relevant to the role
• To be available for work during some unsocial hours according to the demands of the work

Desirable

• Qualification in Advice and Guidance/Supported Employment/Youth Work or Training
• An understanding of the factors to be considered in supporting people with learning disabilities into employment
• Experience of working with disabled young people

Finally, Action on Disability positively welcomes applications from disabled people. Please identify any specific requirements you may have, or wish to bring, to ensure full access at your interview if you are shortlisted.

Deadline: Ongoing. We recruit for this role on a rolling basis with regular interview days

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website where you can complete your application for this position.

Action on Disability prides itself on being an accessible and equal opportunity employer.

No agencies please.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Hospice Ward Manager within St Peters Hospice to lead our dedicated multidisciplinary team and ensure the highest standards of specialist palliative and end-of-life care.

As the Hospice Ward Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day running of our 15-bed unit, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, and holistic care to patients and their families. This is a pivotal leadership role, combining clinical excellence with people management, service development, and multidisciplinary team collaboration.

This is an opportunity to join a well-respected hospice care provider with a reputation for excellence.  In return we can offer you:

• Attractive terms and conditions similar to the NHS
• Band 7 equivalent salary from £47,071 - £53,865, dependent on experience
• Permanent position
• Opportunities for continual professional development
• In-house education support
• Seeking working hours of 37.5 hours per week
• We operate a rotating shift pattern which includes weekend and night shifts within a flexible shift time pattern.
• Free parking and onsite cafe
• Paid DBS check

This is a fantastic opportunity to join St Peters Hospice where your skills, vision and leadership will help shape the care we provide to patients and their families.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK before they apply for a vacancy and be able to provide evidence of this.

Due to the nature of the work involved, this role is exempt from the ROA and all job holders are required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Evidence of vaccination history or immunity tests will be required.

Strictly no agencies

Working Well Trust is a mental health and employment charity in London.  All of our projects share the aim of improving the lives of people with mental health support needs, learning disabilities and/or complex issues through training and employment. 

We are recruiting Employment Advisors to join our IPS service, you will be based in Enfield, working 35 hours per week. The service has been awarded the IPS Grow quality mark and adheres closely to the principles of the IPS model in supporting people in to employment. This role will be working with clients who have mental health support needs, wanting to gain paid employment. 

Experience of employment support is not essential, it is more important that you share our passion and commitment to employment as an integral aspect of wellbeing and supporting people to find the right job for them. You will receive training on the IPS model and in supporting people with mental health issues. We welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental health, either personally or through a close contact.

You need to have a desire to support people to achieve their employment goals, and the ability to multitask and manage your workload effectively. Good organisation skills are essential for this role, in addition to an interest in mental health, and the role it plays in the workplace. The successful candidate will need to become comfortable in approaching employers, and showcase the advantages of our service in order to work with them to recruit our clients to fill vacancies and sustain employment.

You will work with clients (managing a caseload) who have mental health support needs, to assist them in securing sustainable paid employment in line with their preferences. You will deliver the IPS approach (for which training will be given); providing person centred support and guidance to clients, whilst building positive relationships with local employers to enable clients to move into suitable employment.

You will work as part of a mental health team (NHS Trust) maintaining positive and integrated relationships, fostering a holistic approach to recovery through employment. You will work closely with clinical teams, providing a coordinated approach that always remains client led.  You will also be working to targets whilst maintaining a high-quality service. 

If you would like to discuss this role please see the Job Description for contact details.

Please click apply to send your CV after answering the screening questions. 

Staff benefits include an employer contribution to a personal or workplace pension equivalent to 6% of gross salary. 30 days annual leave plus paid public holidays (FTE). 

Working Well Trust is an equal opportunities and Confident about Disabilities.

Closing date: Monday 2 June (09:00). Please note, we will be actively interviewing during this time and may close the vacancy early.

Telephone interviews: TBC

Final Stage interviews: TBC

Head of Youth Work

Are you driven, hardworking, and organised, with the ability to engage both young people and staff/volunteers?

Energetic and fun, yet calm and composed at a senior level?

If you have a passion for unlocking young people’s potential, this role might be perfect for you!

No two days are the same so you will need to be able to wear different hats; this involves leading the creation of the new Youth Work offer and managing both the recruitment and development of the delivery team. In addition, you will be accountable for the effective implementation and operation of all core programs, including junior, senior, and holiday clubs.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities.  The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.

Position: Head of Youth Work

Location: Grimsby (at the Youth Zone when it has been built, some flexibility before then)

Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 (dependent upon experience)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Benefits: 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays; workplace pension; free gym access (once the site has opened); access to the Talent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring.

Closing Date: 9am, 9th June 2025

First Stage Interviews: 16th June 2025

Young People Panel: Evening, 24th June 2025

Second Stage Interviews: 27th June 2025, Visit to a Youth Zone in the North West (Travel cost will be reimbursed)

About the Role

The Head of Youth Work is a dynamic and challenging senior management role that will lead a team of Youth Workers and oversee the universal youth work offer. We are looking for someone with creativity, ambition for young people, a can-do attitude, and a hands-on approach, all of which must be done to the highest standard.

You will hold overall responsibility for developing and delivering a vibrant, open-access Youth Zone for Grimsby and North-East Lincolnshire, serving up to 250 young people per session.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage the delivery team, ensure an effective staff rota is in place and address any challenges such as holidays cover planning, absence, and performance.
• Ensure an inclusive, engaging, and up-to-date youth work programme is delivered
• seven days a week
• Ensure young people’s ideas are integral to planning all activities, and they have a voice
• within the senior leadership team
• Ensure the Youth Zone is well-attended and meets key performance indicators
• Champion young people within the organisation

About You

You will have/have experience of:

• Proven track record leading open-access youth services creating a safe environment to deliver engaging programmes for diverse youth demographics (ages 8-19, up to 25 with additional needs/disabilities)
• Experienced in safeguarding, ideally as a designated Safeguarding Lead
• Demonstrates strong communication skills
• Experience managing clear behaviour standards and managing conflict between young people
• Proven leadership experience
• Proven track record in project management of youth programmes

About the Organisation

This is a brand-new locally run youth charity, set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Grimsby, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 – 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to enjoy their leisure. The building is due to be completed in 2025.

The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this.  Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter.  The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application. 

The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires a basic DBS check.

Other roles you may have experience of could include Head of Youth Work, Director of Youth Work, Youth Work Director, Youth Work, Youth Worker, Youth Work Manager, Family Worker, Children Worker, Head of Youth Services, Youth Services, Children’s Services. #INDNFP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

About Us:  

Providence Row believes that no one should have to sleep rough and that everyone should have access to the support they need to find a safe place to call home.

We are a, developing organisation working with people experiencing homelessness in the East End of London. We specialise in providing advice & support for rough sleepers, working to tackle health inequality & substance use and providing psychological support. 

We take an innovative approach to the work that we do and the services that we run, driving forward best practice to ensure the best possible outcomes for the people that we work with.

Our team and culture are built around our core values of compassion, respect, inclusiveness, empowerment & justice.

About the role:

• You will manage a small team who provides vital support to people experiencing homelessness.
• You will have knowledge of statutory and non-statutory housing pathways and the ability to support your team with case work management. ​
• You will utilise your organisational and time management skills to ensure the smooth running of service.
• You have excellent communication skills and can create positive working relationships with a wide range of people, including external services.
• You will support the development of the team and ensure that you are delivering a solution-focussed and strength-based approach.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension – 5% employer, 3% employee
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Employee assistance programme
• Monthly reflective practice
• Wide range of learning & development opportunities

To apply
Please follow the link on the Charity Jobs website and submit your CV along with covering letter. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.  

Research shows some people, especially women and marginalized groups, may hesitate to apply unless they match all the criteria. However, we want to assure everyone that we encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of whether they fulfil every point in the job description. Your unique perspective matters to us – please apply with confidence.

Interviews
On a rolling basis

Providence Row is a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales; company number 07452798 registered charity number 1140192.

Job Purpose

To manage the day-to-day operations of a portfolio of teams, ensuring the delivery of high quality services to clients. The Team Manager will be responsible for leading a team of practitioners, ensuring they meet performance targets, and providing guidance and support to ensure the team delivers effective, client-focused support. The role focuses on managing caseloads, overseeing operational delivery, and supporting the continuous professional development of staff.

Base: To be agreed. There will be regular travels across West Mercia so access to a vehicle is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Management
• Service Delivery
• Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement
• Operational Management
• Strategic Input
• Safeguarding Responsibility

​Essential Person Specification

• Proven experience in leading and delivering services ideally within a charity, care, or community services setting.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and risk management practices.
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
• Experience in working with diverse groups

Why work for YSS?

• Annual leave entitlement of 35 days (including Bank Holidays).
• Additional Company Holidays.
• Pension Scheme.
• Employee Health & wellbeing plan.
• Occupational sick pay.
• Flexible working / hybrid working.
• Monthly supervision for support / personal development.
• Robust induction and training programme with an organisational commitment to ongoing training and personal development.

We are seeking a dynamic and skilled PR & Media Officer to join our team. This role requires a creative thinker with excellent communication skills who can manage media relations and promote our initiatives through various channels.

Responsibilities

Press

• Field enquiries from stakeholders including journalists and police forces
• Write press releases and media statements and share these when appropriate via digital & social
• Support the team with the rewards process and promotion
• Draft assets for press
• Be part of the on-call rota system currently 1 week in 7 (training and support provided)
• Effectively manage Vuelio to manage the daily tagging, produce media reports demonstrating PR coverage for all campaigns in a timely way.

Digital

• Develop and update content for website news pages and social media platforms
• Spot trends and advise the team regarding innovative new ideas for PR & Media to share with the team

PR and Publications

• Produce, edit and distribute updates and materials for external and internal audiences, dealing sensitively with those whose personal experiences might be featured
• Provide communications support for regional managers along with other internal staff and teams in addition to police and business development campaigns
• Manage external freelancers and agencies as needed to agreed deadlines and budgets
• To lead on editing, co-ordinating and organising the editorial, design and production of corporate publications
• Ensure all publications are in line with brand and changing needs of the charity and to be delivered in a timely via post and digitally.

Brand

• Ensure Crimestoppers consistent branding is used along with the style and tone of voice
• Manage on a weekly basis the brand inbox queries
• Extend the network of journalists both regionally and nationally
• Plan/create multi-media communications material

Experience

• Minimum 2 years experience working in media relations and PR or related fields (Essential)
• Client, journalist and/or supplier management (Essential)
• Experience of PR & Communications software (e.g. Vuelio) (Essential)
• Digital & Social Media experience (Essential)
• Excellent written communication skills online and offline (Essential)
• Strong organisational, time management and prioritisation skills (Essential)

If you are a motivated individual looking to make an impact through effective public relations, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a PR & Media Officer. For full details, please see our website.

To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter.