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Employment Advisor – Connect To Work (IPS Employment Advice)
Reference: 350
Salary: £29,400 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Working base(s): One of Hertfordshire Mind Network’s (HMN) Wellbeing Centres

About the Service

Herts Mind Network is a new delivery partner of Hertfordshire’s ‘Connect To Work’ programme, overseen by Step2Skills, Hertfordshire County Council.

The Connect to Work programme has launched in Hertfordshire in August 2025 and is designed to support residents with disabilities, health conditions, or complex barriers into meaningful employment.

This UK Government-funded programme is part of a nationwide effort to reduce economic inactivity and promote inclusive workplaces.

Connect to Work is a personalised Supported Employment programme that pairs eligible individuals with dedicated Employment Advisors.

About the Role

We are seeking four highly motivated, organised and compassionate Employment Advisors, to deliver the countywide Connect To Work programme in our new Employment workstream. In this highly rewarding role, you will be responsible supporting individuals experiencing mental health problems, and those facing complex barriers, to secure and sustain meaningful paid employment.

This position is part of the Connect to Work programme — a voluntary Supported Employment initiative funded by the Department for Work and Pensions. You will deliver the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model, offering tailored advice and guidance to individuals, while also building strong partnerships with local employers to create opportunities aligned with individuals’ skills and aspirations.

As an Employment Advisor you will deliver the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model to meet individuals regularly to understand an individual’s skills, strengths and goals; developing clear action plans; provide practical support; and co-create personalised action plans.

The programme provides structured, 1:1 and group based person centred support to build confidence, motivation and resilience, to help individuals work towards clear, work related goals.

You will also engage with employers to identify suitable opportunities, arrange interviews, and offer ongoing support to both individuals and employers to promote successful job retention; whilst advocating for individuals to de-stigmatise mental health.

You may also work with a small number of individuals who are already in work to sustain and thrive in their employment.

As an Employment Advisor you will be responsible for:

• Delivering effective 1:1 and group person centred employment support to individuals looking for work
• Delivering effective 1:1 and group person centred employment support to individuals looking to continue with work
• Liaising with employers to seek opportunities for individuals
• Accurate and timely record keeping to demonstrate activity and impact
• Ensuring high-quality support is delivered at all times, aligned with HMN values

We offer:

• Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays)
• An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period.
• Ongoing training relevant to your role.
• An Employee Assistance Programme.
• Eligibility for blue light card.
• Health cover (after 6 months employment) - compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments.

Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle (or equivalent) is essential for this role.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 29th July 2026.
Interviews to be held on Wednesday 5th August.
N.B. Please quote reference number 350 when completing your application for this role.

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.

We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs.

Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. Our inclusive approach recognises the unique skills, knowledge, and perspectives that lived experience brings to our team.

No agencies please.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Specialist Recovery Worker to play a pivotal role in our Recovery Cafe in Wandsworth.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

As a Recovery Worker, the person would be managing a caseload of clients who need early intervention or preventative support with their mental health. They would deliver group activities and one-to-one sessions, co-produce recovery plans, and empower service users to engage with professionals across the community such as mental health teams, housing providers, and social services. The role also involves monitoring wellbeing and safety, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring referrals and reviews are timely. Day-to-day, the Recovery Worker contributes to a supportive team environment, working flexibly to meet service needs and contractual obligations while promoting recovery-focused approaches.

You will be working between the hours of 3.30pm - 11.30pm - including weekends and bank holidays 

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Here's what the team will be looking for

The team is looking for someone with demonstrable experience of supporting individuals with mental health or dual diagnosis issues, who understands recovery principles and safeguarding. They want a candidate with strong communication and partnership-building skills, able to work both independently and collaboratively, and confident in engaging with statutory and voluntary services. Good IT, literacy, and numeracy skills are essential, alongside the ability to manage priorities under pressure. Above all, the team values someone respectful, genuine, and dedicated, who can bring resilience, initiative, and a commitment to empowering service users to build a life beyond crisis.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Job Title: Director of Examinations 

Reports to: Chief Executive

Line reports: Examinations Manager (x2) 

The Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth) is a membership organisation and the voice of the profession, with over 4,750 members in the UK and overseas. Our role is to champion the specialty, set standards of training and practice, and influence change to make a difference to the lives of patients with eye conditions.

Job Purpose 

The Director of Examinations plays an important role within the College, providing strategic leadership, oversight and delivery of our exam function in the UK and overseas, at the same time as ensuring alignment with best practice and GMC standards.

This role has responsibility for a budget of £2M+ and for the delivery of exams to around 3,000 candidates each year. The postholder is also responsible for leading a team of six members of staff and forms a key part of our Senior Leadership Team, taking corporate responsibility for the overall direction and operational management of the College.

Main responsibilities 

1. To oversee the strategic direction and delivery of exams 

• Provide strategic leadership for the College's examination function, ensuring all examinations are designed, delivered and continuously improved in accordance with the College's strategic objectives, regulatory requirements, obligations and recognised best practice 

• Develop and implement the long-term exams strategy, anticipating future developments in medical education, assessment, AI technology and regulation to identify opportunities, manage risks and ensure the continued relevance and sustainability of the College's examinations 

• Ensure the College's examinations meet the standards required by the General Medical Council (GMC) and other relevant regulatory bodies, maintaining robust governance, quality assurance and standard-setting processes that demonstrate examinations are valid, reliable and fit for purpose 

• Lead the strategic planning, financial management and performance of the examinations function, ensuring delivery within agreed budgets while maintaining high-quality services and identifying opportunities for innovation and operational efficiency 

• Champion an outstanding candidate and stakeholder experience by ensuring examinations are delivered to consistently high standards of customer service, accessibility, fairness and professionalism, with particular regard to equity, diversity and inclusion, confidentiality and information security 

• Provide executive leadership for the development, implementation and continuous improvement of policies, assessment methodologies and quality assurance frameworks, ensuring alignment with developments in medical assessment and educational best practice. 

• Oversee governance arrangements for examination appeals, reasonable adjustments, examination security and risk management, ensuring robust, transparent and legally compliant decision-making processes 

• Ensure comprehensive monitoring and analysis of examination performance, assessment outcomes and equality data, using evidence and statistical analysis to inform continuous improvement, maintain standards and provide assurance to the College's governance structures and external regulators 

• Drive the development and implementation of digital solutions, leading business change to improve resilience, efficiency, data quality and the candidate experience 

• Lead the strategic development and expansion of the College's international examination portfolio, identifying opportunities for growth while ensuring consistent quality, governance and candidate experience across the UK and overseas in a financially sustainable way 

• Ensure appropriate governance, oversight and maintenance of systems, policies, guidance and digital resources, including candidate communications and public-facing information 

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and evidence-based practice across the examinations function, ensuring emerging risks, operational issues and opportunities are identified and addressed proactively. 

2. To foster close and constructive relationships with key stakeholders 

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with examiners, psychometricians, clinical leaders, regulators and international delivery partners, fostering collaboration to ensure the consistent delivery, quality and integrity of the College's examinations across the UK and internationally 

• Provide strategic oversight of the recruitment, development and performance of the College's volunteer examiner workforce, ensuring examiners are appropriately trained, supported and calibrated to deliver assessments in accordance with regulatory requirements and recognised best practice 

• Serve as the executive lead for the College's Examinations Committee and its subcommittee structure, providing strategic advice, governance support and assurance to enable effective oversight of the examination function and its ongoing development 

• Lead the College's relationship with the GMC, acting as the principal point of engagement on examination matters. Ensure timely and robust regulatory reporting, represent the College in formal discussions, and provide assurance that examinations continue to meet all applicable regulatory standards 

• Build and maintain productive relationships with key UK stakeholders, including the Postgraduate Dean for Ophthalmology, the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges (AoMRC), NHS partners and other professional bodies, influencing developments in postgraduate medical assessment and promoting collaboration across the sector 

• Lead the College's engagement with international partners, including examination delivery organisations, host institutions and the College of Ophthalmology of Eastern, Central and Southern Africa (COESCA), supporting the strategic growth, quality assurance and sustainable development of the College's international examination portfolio 

• Represent the College externally on matters relating to examinations and assessment, acting as a trusted advisor to senior clinical leaders, regulators and partner organisations, and enhancing the College's reputation as a leader in postgraduate medical assessment. 

3. To lead the directorate 

• Provide executive leadership of the team, creating a high-performing, collaborative and customer-focused culture that enables colleagues to deliver excellent outcomes 

• Lead, develop and empower the team through effective coaching, succession planning and identification of professional development opportunities, building capacity and resilience

• Establish clear individual and team objectives aligned to the College's strategic priorities, monitoring performance, fostering accountability and supporting the successful delivery of agreed outcomes

• Promote effective communication and collaboration across the team, ensuring colleagues are informed, motivated and connected to the College's strategic direction, while championing the team's achievements across the organisation 

• Ensure robust financial stewardship, including strategic financial planning, budget management and long-term forecasting, contributing to the College's sustainability and value for money 

• Provide strategic advice, analysis and assurance to the Board of Trustees and Finance Committee, reporting on performance, risks, financial position and progress against objectives 

• Establish effective governance and programme management arrangements to deliver strategic initiatives, foster cross-College collaboration and drive continuous improvement. 

4. To contribute as a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) 

• Play a full and active role as a member of the SLT, contributing to the development and delivery of the College's strategy and organisational priorities 

• Provide visible organisational leadership, promoting collaboration across teams and embedding a one-College approach that delivers consistently high standards of service and performance 

• Contribute to the development, implementation and review of College-wide policies, governance arrangements and organisational processes, ensuring effective and consistent application across the organisation 

• Share collective corporate responsibility for decisions taken by the SLT and Board of Trustees, supporting their successful implementation and promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement 

• Lead and contribute to cross-organisational change programmes and strategic projects, ensuring effective engagement with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver sustainable improvement 

• Champion and role model the College's values, behaviours and leadership expectations, fostering an inclusive, respectful and high-performing organisational culture. 

5. To undertake other duties as required:  

• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Chief Executive

• Extensive travel in the UK and overseas is required, alongside working outside normal hours from time to time during exam sittings. 

Person Specification 

Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience 

• Degree or equivalent professional qualification 

• Significant senior leadership experience in examinations, education, assessment or a professional membership organisation 

• Experience of leading high-stakes assessment or examination services, including quality assurance and regulatory compliance 

• Experience of strategic planning, budget management and organisational performance 

• Experience of leading, developing and motivating high-performing teams 

• Experience of working with Boards, committees, regulators and senior stakeholders 

• Experience of leading organisational or digital change programmes 

Skills and Abilities 

• Strategic leadership with strong planning, analytical and decision-making skills 

• Excellent communication, influencing and relationship management skills 

• Financial and commercial awareness with the ability to manage resources effectively 

• Ability to lead change, manage risk and deliver continuous improvement 

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results 

Personal Qualities (Attributes) 

• Collaborative, inclusive and values-driven leader who demonstrates integrity, professionalism and sound judgement 

• Resilient, adaptable and committed to innovation, continuous improvement and customer excellence 

• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and to continuing professional development 

Other requirements

Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally and work occasional evenings or weekends during examination periods

Rates per hour: £20.63 (weekdays), £29.23 (Saturdays/Night days), £37.83 (Sundays and Bank holidays).

This role will have varied shifts and will include nights and weekends.

Contract Type: Bank

About the job role

We’re looking for motivated, enthusiastic and forward-thinking registered staff nurses to work within our two In-patient wards that have 12 beds each for patients. You’ll have experience of working in end-of-life care within an acute or palliative care setting. We will also consider newly qualified nurses who want to develop a career in palliative care. The successful candidates will be keen team players with good interpersonal and communication skills who enjoy working in a challenging environment whilst displaying a caring attitude at all times.

You will need:

• To be a Registered General Nurse 
• The ability to plan, implement and evaluate care
• Experience of working in end-of-life care within an acute or Palliative Care setting

Where you’ll work

St Joseph's Hospice was founded in 1905 by the Religious Sisters of Charity and as such it has a rich, Catholic heritage which informs our work today: to support and welcome those in need, from all different cultures, religions and backgrounds.

We provide high-quality specialist palliative care for patients with cancer and other life-threatening conditions across East and North London. We have a large team of clinical staff who work across community, in-patient and out-patient services delivering individualised, responsive and holistic support to patients and their families/carers.

Why work for us?

• 27 days holiday plus public holidays, increasing up to 33 days with service
• Subsidised café and early access to retail sale events
• Season tickets
• Continuation of NHS Pension Scheme or an excellent salary-exchange pension scheme
• Santander cycles discount and cycle to work scheme
• Health Cash Plan and access to the EAP services

Join St Joseph’s team and find out more!

For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the apply button.

Closing date: 22 July 2026.

Applicants are subject to enhanced DBS (previously CRB).

We are an equal opportunities and a disability confident employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

A well-established UK charity is seeking a Finance Business Partner to join its finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

The organisation operates a significant retail and e-commerce function which generates vital income to support its charitable activities. This role will provide strategic financial support to these commercially focused areas, helping to drive performance, improve decision-making and maximise income generation.

Reporting to the Senior Finance Business Partner, this role will act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across Retail and E-commerce, providing insightful financial analysis, commercial challenge and financial modelling to support business planning and growth initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Finance Business Partner who enjoys working closely with operational stakeholders, translating financial data into meaningful insight and influencing business decisions within a purpose-driven organisation.

Key responsibilities:

• Partner with senior stakeholders across Retail and E-commerce, providing financial support and challenge to drive performance and achieve strategic objectives.

• Develop a detailed understanding of the operational and commercial drivers behind retail and online income streams.

• Lead the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts and reforecasts, ensuring financial plans align with organisational priorities.

• Produce monthly management accounts, delivering meaningful commentary and insight into financial performance.

• Develop and maintain financial models to support business cases, investment decisions, growth initiatives and scenario planning.

• Analyse sales performance, income trends, cost drivers and operational KPIs to identify opportunities for improvement.

• Support income generation strategies through commercial analysis and performance reporting.

• Build strong relationships with budget holders, providing ongoing financial guidance and support.

• Present financial information and analysis to non-finance stakeholders in a clear and engaging manner.

• Support month-end and year-end reporting activities, including accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Assist with the annual accounts process and act as a point of contact for external auditors where required.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing financial processes, systems and reporting capabilities across the organisation.

You will:

• Be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with post-qualification experience.

• Have strong Finance Business Partnering experience, ideally supporting retail, e-commerce, commercial or income-generating functions.

• Possess excellent financial modelling, budgeting and forecasting skills.

• Have the ability to analyse and interpret complex financial and operational data and translate this into actionable insight.

• Demonstrate strong commercial awareness and an understanding of the key drivers of retail and online performance.

• Be confident building relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.

• Have excellent communication skills and the ability to explain financial information to non-finance audiences.

• Have experience producing management accounts and performance reporting.

• Have knowledge of charity accounting and SORP, or a strong interest in developing expertise within the sector.

• Be proactive, solutions-focused and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.

What's on offer:

• Salary of £56,919 per annum.
• 12-month fixed-term contract.
• Hybrid working arrangements, with a London office and flexibility around home working, alongside an expectation of approximately two days per week in the office.

The Young Ealing Foundation is a place-based charity based in Ealing, West London which brings together the voluntary, statutory and private sectors in the local area to increase and improve opportunities for children, young people and families.

The Young Ealing Foundation’s vision is to ensure all young people in Ealing can access the opportunities and support they need to grow up and lead happy and safe lives, fulfil their potential and become a valued and listened to part of the local community. We work towards this by working with and in the community to empower small, local charities to thrive and flourish to enable and advocate for sustainable, high quality service provision for children and young people.

The Young Ealing Foundation is seeking to appoint an administrator to join our small but impactful team. As a small, place-based charity, we often find ourselves responding in dynamic ways to local need, whether of the children and young people in Ealing, or the grassroots charities who form our membership. This role would suit someone who gets excited about approaching opportunities in innovative ways and moving quickly to enact these. 

Main purpose of the role:

· Administrative support for projects and internal operations

· Office administration

· Event administration and event planning support

Do you enjoy helping people feel more confident about money and access the support they need?

We're recruiting for a Financial Wellbeing Officer to join a growing charity that supports people facing financial difficulties. This is a varied, people-focused role where you'll combine community outreach, engagement and practical support to help individuals improve their financial wellbeing and stay connected to debt advice services.

Do you enjoy helping people feel more confident about money and access the support they need?

We're recruiting for a Financial Wellbeing Officer to join a growing charity that supports people facing financial difficulties. This is a varied, people-focused role where you'll combine community outreach, engagement and practical support to help individuals improve their financial wellbeing and stay connected to debt advice services.

Amnesty International UK (AIUK) has a simple aim: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they are denied. If you want to use your skills, knowledge, and experience to help fight for human rights, you could be our new Brand & Behaviour Change Specialist.

About the role

The Brand and Marketing team leads the development and delivery of work that strengthens the Amnesty International brand, shifts public attitudes towards human rights, and drives awareness, engagement and income through paid marketing. Alongside delivering standout brand activations, the team works across the organisation to ensure our brand principles are embedded, lived and felt throughout AIUK.

As Brand and Behaviour Change Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how people understand, feel about and engage with AIUK and human rights. You will develop strategic, creative and audience centred communications that help people think differently and deepen their connection with our brand.

Drawing on audience insight, marketing expertise and behaviour change theory, you will help shift perceptions of AIUK and influence attitudes and behaviours around human rights. You'll know how to use messaging, storytelling and creative tactics to build relevance and emotional resonance with key audiences in a complex, crowded landscape.

Working closely with the Brand & Marketing Manager, you will bring our brand strategy to life through integrated, multichannel campaigns, brand partnerships and activations. Audience led and insight-driven, you will deliver work that cuts through, inspires and motivates action.

The role may be for you if:

• You know how to grow and nurture a brand in ways that feel authentic, inclusive and emotionally compelling.
• You have hands-on experience planning and delivering brand and behaviour change campaigns, using insight and evidence to shape messaging, creative and channel choices.
• You're tuned into mainstream culture and know how to leverage timely cultural moments to make human rights issues feel accessible and relevant to broad audiences.
• You have strong knowledge of planning and implementing paid marketing campaigns, including media planning and buying.
• You have experience in scoping, negotiating and implementing mutually beneficial brand partnerships.
• You contribute positively to an inclusive culture and value collaboration, curiosity and continuous learning.

Our Commitment to you

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Anti-Racism (IDEA) are at the core of our values. We want to be an organisation that tackles structural inequality and prejudice as well as be an actively anti-racist organisation. This means taking a meaningful and equitable approach to supporting and developing you and others during your time with us.

New colleagues receive 27 days leave annually (29 after five years), as well as bank holidays (pro rated for part time) and 3 wellbeing days. 2-5% employee pension contributions are matched at 6-9% and we offer 6 months full pay for family leave. We offer flexible working such as compressed work patterns and job shares.

Apply for this role

This vacancy advert may be taken down from job boards earlier than the stated deadline if a high standard of applications is received (if you have started an application in our portal, you will still have opportunity to complete it by the original deadline).

We welcome applications from everyone and particularly encourage applications from people from an ethnic minority background, and people with a disability to help us achieve a balanced representation in our workforce, especially at senior grades.

To reduce bias in our shortlisting process, AIUK operates an anonymised application process. If for any reason you prefer to apply in a different format, or require adjustments in the process, please get in touch. To support all candidates to perform their best at interview, we send questions 24 hours in advance. We are a disability confident organisation.

Visit amnesty.org.uk/jobs for application guidance and information on benefits, recruitment inclusion and hybrid working.

We are recruiting an Advocate Educator to work closely with GP practices in Croydon borough.IRIS is a domestic abuse training, support and referral programme developed specifically for general practice.You will promote the IRIS programme and offer DVA training to GP practice staff, as well as providing one-to-one emotional and practical support to a caseload of clients experiencing domestic abuse. The successful applicant will have:  

• Experience of working with victims and survivors of domestic abuse and an understanding of the barriers to accessing support services 

• Experience of promoting services and building strong working relationships with external organisations  

• Experience of delivering training to a range of professionals  

• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle in order to travel to GP practices across Croydon 

Job Title:  IRIS Advocate Educator

Hours:  Full-time (35 hours per week)

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract to 31st March 2028 

Salary:  £32,050 per annum

Location:  Willing and able to travel to GP practices and healthcare locations across the borough of Croydon.

Deadline:  29th July 2026 at 11.00pm  - however interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. We will end recruitment early and hire straight away if we find the right candidate.

Interviews:  In person in London SE20

Employee benefits we offer: 

- A friendly, flexible and values-led organisation 

- Competitive salary 

- 25 days of annual holiday, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) 

- Contributory pension scheme (5%) 

- Training to help you perform your role and support your professional development 

- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support 

- Two Wellbeing Days and day off on birthday 

Who we are: Bromley & Croydon Women’s Aid is a well-established, innovative and forward-thinking local domestic abuse service. We are seeking a self-motivated, flexible and experienced individual to join our dynamic team to help us deliver excellent services to vulnerable women who have experienced domestic abuse and be committed to working in a non-discriminatory manner.  

Location: All staff have access to hot-desking at our office as needed.Flexible working is welcomed at BCWA, with a mix of home and location-based working across our friendly and supportive team. We are all women with busy lives and families, and we understand that flexibility can be crucial in supporting women in the workplace. However this role requires you to deliver training in GP surgeries and healthcare locations across the borough of Croydon. 

Wellbeing: As a trauma-informed charity we take mental health and wellbeing seriously. We offer clinical supervision to our frontline team, regular staff wellbeing sessions, use of our Employee Assistance Programme and an additional wellbeing platform which offers a range of advice and support. 

Notifying candidates: We apologise in advance that we will not be able to notify candidates who are not shortlisted.If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks from application deadline, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.We reserve the right to terminate the recruitment process early once the right applicant has been found or if we receive a large number of applications. 

Female applicants only: In light of the nature of work, the candidate’s gender is considered to be an occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010. 

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: BCWA is committed to supporting and promoting equality & diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. To achieve this, we seek to employ a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds to better represent the communities we serve. 

BCWA is an Equal Opportunities Employer. 

Reg. Charity No.1068007. 

Are you looking to add great value to an already successful finance team? Do you have a strong understanding of commercial FBP? Are you immediately available or on a short notice period?

I am working exclusively with a Global Charity seeking an interim Finance Business Partner on a 6-month temporary-permanent basis.

The main responsibilities of the interim Commercial Finance Business Partner are:

• Collaborate with a network of affiliated organisations to support their long-term financial resilience and sustainability.
• Partner with senior non-financial stakeholders to analyze financials/KPIs and convert insights into decisions that maximize profit.
• Establish and embed commercial KPIs and strengthen operational and financial data systems, implementing improvements that stick.
• Support in the creation and testing of forecast and budget templates.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced, Finance Business Partner to come in and hit the ground running with an already successful organisation with an opportunity for flexible working and a great opportunity to go permanent.

My client is looking for:

• Strong interpersonal skills and staying power to manage data collection and analysis elements.
• A clear communicator who can influence and build credibility with stakeholders.
• An experienced finance professional who works well with changes on a regular basis.
• Commercial and Charity experience is highly desirable.

My client can offer flexible working with 1-2 days a week in the office based in central London and the rest working remotely.

Applications for this role are now under review and the deadline could well be brought forward if the suitable candidate is found. Therefore, do not delay in submitting your application!

Contract: Full-time, permanent
Hours: Full-time
Reports to: Chair; Board of Directors 
Location: Hackney
Salary: £50,000-60,000 depending on experience.
Pension: HSoF participates in the National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) pension scheme and contributes 3%.
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, free onsite lunches .
Probation period: Six months.

About Hackney School of Food

Hackney School of Food is an award-winning food education hub based in the grounds of Mandeville Primary School in Clapton, East London. Through our teaching kitchen and educational garden, we help children, families and communities build the skills, confidence and knowledge to grow, cook and eat good food.

Each year, we welcome more than 10,000 visits to our kitchen and garden, delivering curriculum programmes for schools alongside community cooking courses, gardening projects, holiday clubs, corporate volunteering and public events. Since becoming a Community Interest Company (CIC) in 2023, we have expanded our facilities, strengthened our governance and built a strong reputation as a leader in food education.

We're now looking for an exceptional Managing Director to build on these strong foundations and lead Hackney School of Food through its next phase of growth and impact.

About the role

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Managing Director (MD) will provide both strategic and operational leadership, ensuring the organisation delivers its mission while remaining financially resilient, well-governed and responsive to the needs of the communities it serves.

The Managing Director is responsible for all aspects of the organisation, including strategy, income generation, finance, governance, partnerships, programme delivery and people leadership. Working closely with a small, committed team and an engaged Board, they will build on strong foundations to grow Hackney School of Food's impact, reach and long-term sustainability.

This is a varied, hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys balancing big-picture thinking with practical delivery. One day you may be developing a new partnership, meeting a prospective funder or working with the Board on future strategy; the next you could be supporting the team, welcoming visitors to the garden or solving day-to-day operational challenges.

Key priorities

In your first 12 months you will:

• Build on Hackney School of Food's strong foundations to deliver the next phase of our strategy and growth.

• Increase and diversify income through fundraising, partnerships and commercial opportunities to strengthen long-term sustainability.

• Lead, support and develop a small, ambitious team, fostering a positive and inclusive culture where people can thrive.

• Strengthen relationships with funders, partners and local businesses, helping Hackney School of Food deepen its impact.

• Work closely with the Board to embed strong governance, organisational systems and long-term planning for the future.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership 

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for Hackney School of Food, ensuring delivery of its mission, vision and long-term objectives. 

• Lead the development and implementation of Hackney School of Food's annual business plan and organisational priorities.

• Work with the Board to evolve organisational strategy, identify opportunities, manage risks and support sustainable growth.

• Monitor, report on and respond to organisational performance against agreed objectives and impact measures. 

• Champion Hackney School of Food externally, strengthening its profile and influence.
   

Financial sustainability and income generation 

• Oversee organisational budgeting, financial planning, forecasting and cashflow management, working closely with the Treasurer and accountant.

• Lead income generation across the organisation, including trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, sponsorship and earned income.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, sponsors and strategic partners.

• Ensure all funding commitments are met, including grant reporting, monitoring and evaluation requirements.

• Identify new opportunities to diversify income and strengthen long-term financial sustainability.

Partnerships & External Relations

• Act as the main point of contact for HSoF’s key partners, LEAP Federation and Chefs in Schools to ensure the partnerships are effective and positive.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with other key stakeholders, including local authorities, funders and sponsors.

• Represent Hackney School of Food at meetings, events, and public forums.

• Champion the value of food education and contribute to wider local and national conversations. 

• Ensure programmes remain responsive to community needs through ongoing engagement and consultation. 

Governance and public benefit 

• Ensure the organisation operates in line with its CIC objectives and delivers clear public benefit. 

• Support the Board of Directors to fulfil its governance responsibilities through high-quality reporting, planning and decision-making.

• Prepare Board papers, reports and agendas, ensuring timely and accurate information is available to support effective governance.

• Oversee and report on organisational performance to the Board of Directors quarterly.

• Act as the primary link between the Board and the operational team.

• Maintain effective governance, delegated authority and accountability frameworks. 

• Support the Board in meeting all statutory and regulatory obligations relating to the CIC.

People, Culture and safeguarding

• Provide leadership to a small core team (currently c.4 employees), directly managing staff and fostering a positive, inclusive culture. 

• Provide oversight and support for a wider network of approx. 15 freelance contractors to ensure consistently high-quality delivery.

• Lead recruitment, induction, performance management and professional development in line with safer recruitment and equality principles. 

• Ensure effective organisational structures, clear roles, and performance accountability.

• Oversee HR processes including appraisals, performance management, and professional development.

• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead, embedding safeguarding throughout the organisation maintaining compliance with all relevant requirements. 

• Develop organisational systems, policies and practices that support an inclusive, high-performing workplace.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Maintain and regularly review the organisational Risk Register and report key risks and mitigations to the Board.

• Oversee organisational policies, procedures and continuous improvement, ensuring policies and legal requirements are up to date, clearly communicated and embedded across the organisation. 

• Ensure compliance with employment law, health and safety, safeguarding, GDPR and other relevant legislation. 

Personal specification

Essential experience 

• Senior leadership experience with responsibility for organisational performance and accountability. 

• Experience securing income through fundraising, partnerships and/or commercial activity.

• Experience of financial leadership, including budget setting, forecasting and cashflow oversight.

• Experience working closely with a Board, Trustees or governing body to translate strategic vision into operational delivery. 

• Experience building and managing successful partnerships with funders, businesses and community stakeholders. 

• Experience in managing and motivating a team, creating a positive and inclusive workplace culture. 

• Experience of governance, compliance and organisational risk management.

• Experience of safeguarding within an education, youth or community context.

• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands, make sound decisions and remain resilient in a resource-constrained environment.

Essential skills and attributes

• Passion for Hackney School of Food's mission and the role of food education in improving health, wellbeing and community connection. 

• Strategic thinker who is equally comfortable with hands-on operational leadership. 

• Entrepreneurial, resourceful and committed to building long-term financial sustainability and identifying growth opportunities.

• Ability to lead a team through change with sensitivity, clarity and kindness.

• Strong communicator with excellent relationship-building skills. 

• Confident decision-maker with a high level of personal accountability. 

• Committed to equity, inclusion and community-led practice.

Desirable 

• Experience working within a Community Interest Company (CIC), social enterprise or charity.

• Knowledge of Hackney, its communities and local stakeholder landscape.

• Experience of working in food education, community food, gardening, environmental education or a related field.

• Experience reviewing and managing contracts, service agreements or other legal documentation.

An inclusive workplace

We know that diverse teams make stronger organisations and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment and will consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

We particularly encourage applications from people who are under-represented in our sector and in leadership roles, including people from the global majority and those whose lived experience brings valuable perspectives from the communities we serve. We also welcome applications from people who live in Hackney or East London.

How to apply

The deadline to apply is Monday 20 July at 9am. Please apply by filling out this application form.

You'll find the link to the application form on our Recruitment Pack which provides more information. 

Stage 1: A one-hour online interview with the Senior Team and Board (24 July) 

Stage 2: On-site interview at Hackney School of Food (30 July), including a short presentation. 

We may also invite the preferred candidate to an informal meeting with the wider team and Board before making a final appointment. 

The successful applicant will need to pass an enhanced DBS check and provide two suitable references. 

We may close the application window earlier if we are inundated with applications, so please don't wait to apply.

If you have any questions about the role or your suitability, please feel free to get in touch with us. You will find a Recruitment pack and email address to contact via our website.

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a fantastic charity to recruit for a Special Events Fundraising Executive to join a dynamic fundraising team and help deliver a portfolio of high profile events that inspire supporters and generate vital income.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside senior volunteers, event committees and internal stakeholders to deliver memorable fundraising experiences that make a real difference.

As Special Events Fundraising Executive, you'll play a key role in supporting the planning and delivery of a diverse programme of fundraising events. You'll provide event logistics, administration and financial support while helping to build strong relationships with volunteers, supporters and suppliers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the delivery of fundraising events and committee led initiatives.
• Attending meetings, preparing agendas and taking minutes.
• Researching venues, suppliers and prize opportunities.
• Managing event administration, correspondence and reporting.
• Coordinating logistics for internal and external meetings.
• Processing invoices, maintaining budgets and handling financial administration.
• Maintaining accurate records and supporter information using CRM systems.
• Supporting specific fundraising projects and helping to achieve team income targets.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in a customer focused or relationship management environment.
• Confident communicating with a range of stakeholders, including senior volunteers and external partners.
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• A collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working with data and financial information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experienced in using CRM databases or willing to learn new systems quickly.

What You'll Bring

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and administrative ability.
• The confidence to build and maintain positive relationships.
• A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of projects.
• A passion for delivering outstanding events and supporter experiences.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £27,845-£28,430 inc. London Weighting 
• Contract type: permanent, full time
• Location: London, hybrid working, minimum one day in the office
• Deadline: Friday 31st July at 8am
• Interview: W/c 10th August

Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Who we are

At Public Law Project (PLP), we work to champion fundamental rights and hold power to account. Our work has played a crucial role advancing fairness in our society. In recent years this has included:

• Fighting against the Rwanda deportation policy and the reneging on Windrush commitments
• Revealing the impact of DWP deductions to benefits and the lack of lawful consultation on cuts to disability benefits affecting 100,000 people
• Sector leading research warning against overreliance on remote advice as a substitute for in-person support and documenting unmet legal need of asylum-seekers in south-west England
• Preventing the implementation of draconian and unconstitutional anti protest laws
• Being a leading voice on public sector use of AI

About Public Law Project

We are researchers, lawyers, trainers and public law policy experts. The aim of all of our work is to make sure that state decision-making is fair and lawful and that anyone can hold the state to account.

For over 30 years we have represented and supported people marginalised through poverty, discrimination or disadvantage when they have been affected by unlawful state decision-making.

The role

This is an important role at the heart of PLP. You will help our leadership team and governance structures work smoothly and effectively, enabling senior colleagues to make the best use of their time in delivering PLP’s mission. You will support governance functions and create opportunities for colleagues to connect, collaborate and strengthen the sense of community at PLP.

We are looking for someone who is highly organised and detail oriented with strong communication skills. You will build relationships with a wide range of people including external partners, people in senior roles and new and junior colleagues. You will enjoy being a catalyst for team impact, supporting collaborative leadership and helping to promote and sustain a thriving culture.

We welcome applications from a wide range of people with relevant skills or experience. We are happy to explore different flexible working arrangements including shaping regular hours around caring responsibilities.

As part of our commitment to recruit fairly we use anonymised-selection processes until interview, offer additional interview opportunities to the highest-scoring candidates from under-represented communities, and use ‘tie-breaker’ provisions at all stages of our selection process.