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The post holder will undertake a broad range of facilities management, maintenance, compliance, health and safety, customer service and administrative duties across multiple sites, ensuring that all buildings are maintained to a high standard and statutory compliance obligations are met.
The role combines practical maintenance skills with excellent customer service and strong organisational ability, supporting the day-to-day operation of three busy community facilities.
Building Operations
- Open and prepare buildings each morning for operational use.
- Unlock, inspect and secure all buildings and external areas.
- Carry out daily opening and closing inspections.
- Ensure buildings remain safe, clean and presentable throughout the day.
- Prepare rooms for activities, meetings, training sessions and events.
- Set up and dismantle tables, chairs and equipment.
- Ensure rooms are returned to the required layout after use.
- Carry out daily walk-round inspections of all facilities.
- Report defects promptly to the Operations & Facilities Manager.
- Liaise with contractors attending site.
- Assist with contractor supervision where required.
Planned Maintenance
Undertake general maintenance including:
- Minor plumbing repairs.
- Minor carpentry repairs.
- Decorating and painting.
- Furniture assembly.
- Repairing fixtures and fittings.
- Replacing door furniture and locks.
- Replacing light bulbs and lamps.
- Clearing blocked gutters.
- General DIY repairs.
- Garden and grounds maintenance.
- External cleaning.
- Maintaining pathways and entrances.
- General building repairs within competence.
- Minor electrical maintenance within the limits of training, competence and organisational procedures, referring regulated electrical work to appropriately qualified contractors.
- Replace plug tops and fuses on portable equipment where appropriately trained.
- Carry out visual inspections of electrical equipment.
- Assist external contractors during servicing and repair works.
Facilities Compliance
Carry out and record routine statutory compliance checks including:
- Weekly Fire Alarm Tests.
- Emergency Lighting Tests.
- Monthly Legionella temperature monitoring.
- PAT Testing (following appropriate training).
- Intruder Alarm Tests.
- Fire Door inspections.
- First Aid box inspections.
- Accident book monitoring.
- COSHH cupboard inspections.
- Water hygiene monitoring.
- Daily building safety inspections.
- Monthly facilities inspections.
- Health & Safety monitoring.
- Record all compliance checks accurately.
- Report any non-compliance immediately.
Health & Safety
- Work in accordance with all Health & Safety legislation.
- Follow QCCA Health & Safety policies.
- Follow Lone Working procedures.
- Follow Manual Handling procedures.
- Follow Working at Height procedures.
- Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Report accidents, incidents and near misses.
- Support risk assessments.
- Ensure safe systems of work are followed.
- Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are understood.
- Maintain safe access and egress throughout all sites.
Security Responsibilities
- Act as a key holder where authorised.
- Lock and unlock buildings.
- Operate intruder alarm systems.
- Monitor CCTV where required.
- Ensure buildings remain secure.
- Challenge unauthorised access where appropriate.
- Report security concerns promptly.
Customer Service
- Welcome visitors, hirers, contractors and members of the public.
- Provide a professional and courteous first point of contact.
- Assist customers with enquiries.
- Answer incoming telephone calls.
- Take accurate messages.
- Direct enquiries to the appropriate member of staff.
- Support community events where required.
- Build positive relationships with hirers and partner organisations.
Administrative Responsibilities
- Complete maintenance records.
- Update inspection logs.
- Maintain electronic compliance records.
- Complete basic data entry.
- Use Microsoft Office and organisational software.
- Send and receive work-related emails.
- Monitor stock levels.
- Order cleaning materials, maintenance supplies and equipment using approved online purchasing systems.
- Maintain inventory records.
- Assist with booking preparation where required.
- File maintenance certificates and compliance documentation.
- Support reception and administration during busy operational periods.
Cleaning Responsibilities
- Undertake general cleaning where required.
- Inspect cleaning standards across all buildings.
- Ensure kitchens, toilets and communal areas remain clean and safe.
- Remove waste and recycling.
- Maintain cleaning stores.
- Monitor cleaning supplies.
- Support deep cleans where required.
General Responsibilities
- Work across all QCCA sites.
- Respond to emergency maintenance requests.
- Carry out reasonable duties consistent with the role.
- Attend staff meetings.
- Attend mandatory training.
- Undertake additional training in Health & Safety, Legionella Awareness, PAT Testing, Fire Safety, COSHH and First Aid where required.
Please apply with a 2-page cover letter
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a new role at High Trees, created because we believe Lambeth’s voluntary and community sector (VCS) is one of the borough’s greatest assets – strong, skilled and rooted in the communities it serves. Place-based organisations like ours play a vital role in supporting individuals, strengthening communities, growing local economies and shaping the policy decisions that affect the people we work with. We want a dedicated Manager who can help make that case, loudly and effectively, both within High Trees and across the wider system.
A key part of this role is our contract to deliver capacity building support to Lambeth’s VCS, commissioned by the local authority and delivered through the Lambeth Hubs Partnership – but this is one strand of a much bigger picture. We want this role to think beyond any single contract, taking a long-term view of what Lambeth’s VCS infrastructure support needs to look like, and leading the development of new approaches, including peer support models and a more circular economy across the sector.
Health and wellbeing is increasingly shaping where funding and investment in our sector flows, and we want Lambeth’s VCS to be ready and well-positioned to respond to this shift. You will play a leading role in this, working with partners including the SEL VCS Alliance to develop shared practice across South East London boroughs, and ensuring our sector’s voice is heard as these opportunities develop.
This role is as much strategic as it is operational – we’re never too far from the ground at High Trees, and you’ll be expected to lead on much of the day-to-day delivery yourself. That means designing and delivering workshops and one-to-one capacity building support, developing resources and toolkits, and running networking events that bring Lambeth’s VCS together. You’ll also build a network of trusted delivery partners – freelancers and facilitators, ideally drawn from within our own sector – helping to keep skills, income and opportunity circulating within Lambeth’s VCS.
As VCS Infrastructure & Development Manager, you will lead High Trees’ work to strengthen Lambeth’s voluntary and community sector, acting as an advocate for High Trees and a champion for the wider sector, while managing funded contracts and programmes that support local organisations to grow their skills, systems and impact.
The role combines strategic leadership – shaping High Trees’ contribution to the future of VCS infrastructure support, and representing the sector within key partnerships – with hands-on operational delivery, including direct capacity building support, training and events. You will be confident managing multiple work streams, and equally comfortable working strategically and on the ground.
Connecting with people and communities to strengthen skills and build stronger voices.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The post holder will undertake a broad range of facilities management, maintenance, compliance, health and safety, customer service and administrative duties across multiple sites, ensuring that all buildings are maintained to a high standard and statutory compliance obligations are met.
The role combines practical maintenance skills with excellent customer service and strong organisational ability, supporting the day-to-day operation of three busy community facilities.
Building Operations
- Open and prepare buildings each morning for operational use.
- Unlock, inspect and secure all buildings and external areas.
- Carry out daily opening and closing inspections.
- Ensure buildings remain safe, clean and presentable throughout the day.
- Prepare rooms for activities, meetings, training sessions and events.
- Set up and dismantle tables, chairs and equipment.
- Ensure rooms are returned to the required layout after use.
- Carry out daily walk-round inspections of all facilities.
- Report defects promptly to the Operations & Facilities Manager.
- Liaise with contractors attending site.
- Assist with contractor supervision where required.
Planned Maintenance
Undertake general maintenance including:
- Minor plumbing repairs.
- Minor carpentry repairs.
- Decorating and painting.
- Furniture assembly.
- Repairing fixtures and fittings.
- Replacing door furniture and locks.
- Replacing light bulbs and lamps.
- Clearing blocked gutters.
- General DIY repairs.
- Garden and grounds maintenance.
- External cleaning.
- Maintaining pathways and entrances.
- General building repairs within competence.
- Minor electrical maintenance within the limits of training, competence and organisational procedures, referring regulated electrical work to appropriately qualified contractors.
- Replace plug tops and fuses on portable equipment where appropriately trained.
- Carry out visual inspections of electrical equipment.
- Assist external contractors during servicing and repair works.
Facilities Compliance
Carry out and record routine statutory compliance checks including:
- Weekly Fire Alarm Tests.
- Emergency Lighting Tests.
- Monthly Legionella temperature monitoring.
- PAT Testing (following appropriate training).
- Intruder Alarm Tests.
- Fire Door inspections.
- First Aid box inspections.
- Accident book monitoring.
- COSHH cupboard inspections.
- Water hygiene monitoring.
- Daily building safety inspections.
- Monthly facilities inspections.
- Health & Safety monitoring.
- Record all compliance checks accurately.
- Report any non-compliance immediately.
Health & Safety
- Work in accordance with all Health & Safety legislation.
- Follow QCCA Health & Safety policies.
- Follow Lone Working procedures.
- Follow Manual Handling procedures.
- Follow Working at Height procedures.
- Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Report accidents, incidents and near misses.
- Support risk assessments.
- Ensure safe systems of work are followed.
- Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are understood.
- Maintain safe access and egress throughout all sites.
Security Responsibilities
- Act as a key holder where authorised.
- Lock and unlock buildings.
- Operate intruder alarm systems.
- Monitor CCTV where required.
- Ensure buildings remain secure.
- Challenge unauthorised access where appropriate.
- Report security concerns promptly.
Customer Service
- Welcome visitors, hirers, contractors and members of the public.
- Provide a professional and courteous first point of contact.
- Assist customers with enquiries.
- Answer incoming telephone calls.
- Take accurate messages.
- Direct enquiries to the appropriate member of staff.
- Support community events where required.
- Build positive relationships with hirers and partner organisations.
Administrative Responsibilities
- Complete maintenance records.
- Update inspection logs.
- Maintain electronic compliance records.
- Complete basic data entry.
- Use Microsoft Office and organisational software.
- Send and receive work-related emails.
- Monitor stock levels.
- Order cleaning materials, maintenance supplies and equipment using approved online purchasing systems.
- Maintain inventory records.
- Assist with booking preparation where required.
- File maintenance certificates and compliance documentation.
- Support reception and administration during busy operational periods.
Cleaning Responsibilities
- Undertake general cleaning where required.
- Inspect cleaning standards across all buildings.
- Ensure kitchens, toilets and communal areas remain clean and safe.
- Remove waste and recycling.
- Maintain cleaning stores.
- Monitor cleaning supplies.
- Support deep cleans where required.
General Responsibilities
- Work across all QCCA sites.
- Respond to emergency maintenance requests.
- Carry out reasonable duties consistent with the role.
- Attend staff meetings.
- Attend mandatory training.
- Undertake additional training in Health & Safety, Legionella Awareness, PAT Testing, Fire Safety, COSHH and First Aid where required.
Please apply with a 2-page cover letter
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Founded in 1860, Providence Row is a specialist homelessness charity working in East London and the City, deliberately operating at the most acute end of the homelessness spectrum.
The charity reaches around 1,200 individuals (annually) with the most deep-rooted needs; people whose interlinking mental and physical health, and trauma and substance use challenges mean they often struggle to access mainstream support. Providence Row provides a wide range of Crisis and Progression services including showers, meals, advice & support, health and wellbeing services, drug and alcohol harm reduction, psychotherapy, a hospital discharge service, and learning, training and work-readiness programmes, amongst others. In 2025/26, we supported 1,270 people through 36,313 tailored interventions.
About this role
We have some ambitious income targets over the next few years to help deliver our bold plans in support of our increasing numbers of complex and vulnerable clients.
If you have experience of delivering against an annual fundraising target of up to, or exceeding, £150k and want to help more people experiencing homelessness to have access to vital, and, often life-changing, services like our award-winning physical and mental health programmes, then we can’t wait to hear from you so you can tell us more about how you meet the criteria detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification, enclosed with this Job Ad.
There are many opportunities for the right candidate to develop in the role while working independently and as part of a committed team by using your excellent creativity, written, verbal and persuasion skills to secure and steward partnerships with existing and new supporters, alongside the Head of Philanthropy, and wider fundraising team.
We are keen to receive applications from people with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in fundraising and partnership development and who want to take their skills to the next level by helping further grow our Trusts and Foundations partnerships, as well as those with other similar supporters including Livery Companies, so we can continue responding to the needs of our clients and the evolving homelessness emergency.
If the above sounds like a good fit for you and you felt motivated and excited to join our small, fun, dedicated and impactful Fundraising and Marketing Team, then we would love to hear from you.
Research shows some people, especially women and marginalised 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.
Benefits
- 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Employee assistance programme
- Access to shopping discounts
- Learning & development opportunities
To apply
Please upload your CV with a covering letter, detailing how you meet the job specification by Friday 21 Aug 2026 at 23:30.
Interviews
Please note that we may interview on a rolling basis and therefore encourage early applications.
Providence Row is a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales; company number 07452798 registered charity number 1140192.
We tackle the root causes of homelessness to help people get off, and stay off, the streets.



Global Senior Prospect Research Manager
Role type: Full time; Permanent
Location: Godalming, UK (hybrid working pattern 2x days per week in the office). The office is located close to Godalming station, with direct trains from/to London Waterloo in approximately 45 minutes.
Salary: £47,000 - £50,000 per annum (depending upon skills and experience)
About the role
As our Global Senior Prospect Research Manager, you’ll play a key role in helping Compassion in World Farming to end factory farming by strengthening our global prospect research function.
This is an established and important role within our Global Philanthropy Team, central to building and sustaining a strong, high-quality prospect pipeline to support our fundraising growth ambitions. As part of this role, you’ll help shape and deliver prospect strategy, insight and KPIs aligned to our fundraising priorities and long-term organisational growth plans.
As our Global Senior Prospect Research Manager, you’ll be responsible for (but not limited to):
- Prospect Research -Leading and strengthening the global prospect research function,ensuring it effectively supports ethical fundraising growth across key markets.
- High Potential Prospects-Identifying,researchingand prioritising high-potential prospects from Salesforce and other sources, working closely with colleagues in CRM & Insights.
- Profile Creation-Producing clear, high-quality prospect research profiles to support donor cultivation, relationshipdevelopmentand strategic decision-making.
- Ethical Screening -Leading on due diligence and ethical screening, ensuringa consistent and rigorous approach across donors and markets.
- Data and Reporting-Using data, insight and reportingto analyse our prospect pool,identifynew donor opportunities and supportaccurate, compliant donor records.
About you
To succeed in this role, you’ll need to bring strong prospect research experience, from an international fundraising team or comparable environment, alongside a good understanding of global philanthropy trends, donor behaviour and ethical fundraising practice.
You’ll have to be confident in turning research into clear, useful insight for fundraisers, with the ability to build strong working relationships across teams and communicate findings in a way that supports action. You’ll also have excellent attention to detail and the ability to self-manage a varied workload in a busy, values-led environment.
Skills and experience you’ll need to bring as our Global Senior Prospect Research Manager:
- Prospect research experience within an international fundraising team or comparable environment.
- Experience building and managing a prospect pipeline that supports income growth.
- Experience using a wide variety of resources to produce high-quality intelligence for fundraisers.
- Experience of due diligence and applying ethical fundraising policies.
- Strong understanding of prospect research systems and processes, with experience using CRM systems, ideally Salesforce.
If you don’t meet every requirement but believe you could thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply.
Why join us
This is a brilliant opportunity to shape a vital global research function and help drive the fundraising growth needed to create lasting change for farmed animals.
We offer a supportive, flexible workplace with a strong focus on wellbeing and development, including:
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Health Cash Back Plan and 24/7 GP access
- Employee Assistance Programme and MHFA support
- Premium Calm App subscription
- Electric car schemeavailable
- Defined contribution pension scheme
- Enhanced discretionary sick pay
- Hybrid working model (role and location dependent)
- Free onsite parking and office next to mainline station
- Cycle Benefit scheme and other savings options
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
How to apply and key dates
If you’re ready to make a global impact, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the Person Specification. To support a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we kindly ask that you do not include a photo in your CV.
Please note that we may begin interviews on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
Closing date: Friday 14 August 2026
1st Stage (Teams) Interview: Thursday 20 August 2026
2nd Stage (Face to Face at HQ) Interview, with task: PM Thursday 27 August 2026
“Join us in building a more compassionate future for animals, people, and the planet.”
As part of Stage 1 interviews, shortlisted candidates may, for some roles, receive pre‑shared, values‑based interview questions to support a positive candidate experience. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, we’re always happy to support candidates.
About Compassion
Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global organisation working to end factory farming. Founded in 1967 by British farmer Peter Roberts, we’ve spent over 50 years driving change, successfully campaigning to ban cruel practices such as barren battery cages, veal crates, and sow stalls across the UK and Europe.
Our work combines advocacy, campaigning, and collaboration with policymakers and businesses to promote animal welfare and sustainable food systems. We envision a future where animals are treated with compassion, and farming supports both people and the planet. To learn more about our mission, culture, and opportunities, please explore our Candidate Pack, and Careers Page.
To comply with legal requirements in the UK and internationally, all applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the country where the role is based. Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.
Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global organisation working to end factory farming.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
Office & Administration Assistant – Key Responsibilities
Office management and administration
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Maintain a welcoming, safe and efficient office environment that enables staff, volunteers and visitors to work effectively, in line with the ‘Groundswellian Way’, our coproduced principles for a safe, positive work culture.
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Manage the day-to-day running of the office, including , refreshments, office supplies, IT equipment, room bookings and reception duties.
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Coordinate incoming and outgoing post, telephone calls and enquiries through the central inbox, ensuring messages and requests are directed promptly to the appropriate member of staff.
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Build positive working relationships with Workspace, office contractors and suppliers, including cleaners, maintenance providers and other building services.
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Support Groundswell's commitment to environmental sustainability by promoting recycling, reducing waste and encouraging environmentally responsible office practices.
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Ensure office administration is appropriately covered during periods of annual leave and support the wider administration team to provide consistent organisational support.
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Recruit, support, supervise and train office volunteers where appropriate.
Facilities, health and safety
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Act as the day-to-day office lead for health and safety administration, supporting compliance with Groundswell's Health & Safety Policy.
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Ensure all staff and volunteers receive relevant health and safety information during induction, including access to the health & Safety training video, awareness of fire procedures, emergency evacuation routes and workplace safety responsibilities.
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Coordinate annual fire risk assessments, workplace risk assessments and PAT testing, ensuring appropriate records are maintained and actions completed.
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Support the development and maintenance of Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) where required.
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Liaise with Workspace to ensure landlord responsibilities relating to health and safety are fulfilled, including fire safety systems, signage and equipment maintenance.
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Maintain records of accidents, incidents and near misses, ensuring statutory reporting requirements are met where appropriate.
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Coordinate the maintenance and servicing of Groundswell's office equipment, facilities and assets, ensuring they remain safe, functional and fit for purpose.
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Work closely with the Director of Finance & Fundraising and our external systems and finance support on matters around onsite assets and finances.
IT and Systems
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Oversee the day-to-day management of organisational assets, ensuring equipment is maintained, used appropriately and complies with organisational policies and cyber security requirements.
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Complete IT trouble shooting on behalf of staff and volunteers, with external support.
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Order IT equipment as needed with external support.
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Complete basic set – up tasks on staff and volunteer devices with external support.
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Support staff and volunteers to upskill and improve their technological skills through the digital inclusion group.
Organisational administration
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Provide administrative support for organisational meetings, events and activities, including venue bookings, catering, logistics and preparation of materials.
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Support the Chief Executive in implementing GDPR and data management processes, ensuring good administrative practice and compliance across the organisation.
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Provide governance administration, including scheduling Board and Committee meetings, preparing meeting logistics, taking accurate minutes and maintaining action logs.
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Provide administrative support to the Chief Executive, Trustees and Senior Leadership Team, including diary coordination, meeting arrangements and room bookings.
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Support the recruitment and induction of Trustees as required by the Nominations Working Group.
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Support the People Manager with the onboarding and off-boarding of staff.
General
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Maintain accurate administrative systems, records and filing, ensuring information is organised, confidential and GDPR compliant.
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Identify opportunities to improve office systems, administrative processes and ways of working to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
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Work with the People Manager and Director of Fundraising & Finance to ensure policies and processes are accessible, in plain English and simple to follow; using step by step guides and images where appropriate.
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Build positive relationships across the organisation, providing responsive, friendly and professional support to colleagues, volunteers and external stakeholders.
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Undertake any other reasonable duties consistent with the nature and level of the role.
Groundswell responsibilities and the Groundswellian Way
Act in line with our Code of Conduct and the Groundswellian Way in all interactions with colleagues, volunteers, partners and visitors.
We want to:
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create a safe, friendly and respectful working environment
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encourage transparent communication so everyone knows what is expected of themselves and the organisation
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ensure everyone feels valued and celebrates individual strengths
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promote diversity, equity and fairness in everything we do
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encourage collaboration and working together.
Person Specification
Essential
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Experience working in a busy office or administrative role.
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Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
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Strong IT skills, including Microsoft 365.
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Ability to follow instructions and coordinate with consultants to complete IT set up and troubleshooting.
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Experience coordinating meetings and maintaining administrative systems.
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Excellent communication and customer service skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
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Understanding of confidentiality and GDPR.
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Commitment to Groundswell's values and trauma-informed ways of working.
Desirable
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Experience supporting charity governance or trustee meetings.
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Experience coordinating health and safety administration.
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Experience supervising volunteers.
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Knowledge of facilities management.
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Lived experience of homelessness or social exclusion.
Why join Groundswell?
Key Benefits
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28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles)
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5% employer pension
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Flexible working options, including hybrid and part-time arrangements
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Reflective practice or Clinical Supervision with a trained therapist for all team members
Culture
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Support - Regular guidance, support and the opportunity to reflect on your work through regular one to ones with your Line Manager
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Teamwork - Regular opportunities to contribute to and learn from the wider Groundswell team
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Strategic input - Opportunities to input into Groundswell’s strategic direction
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Voice – The ability to input into working practices that impact you, and to know where to turn if any problems arise.
Application and Interview Process
Please let us know if you would like to request any accommodations or adjustments throughout the application and interview process. We will be very happy to support these wherever possible to give all applicants the best opportunity to showcase their skills and experience.
We encourage our candidates to draw from their personal and professional experiences, skills, knowledge and passion for our work in their applications, as we believe this will be the best representation of why you are the right fit for the role. While we acknowledge that Generative AI can be a useful tool when used selectively, we do not believe it can replace the authenticity that each individual can bring to their application. Therefore, we ask you to consider carefully any use of Generative AI throughout the application process.
Application
To apply please follow this link:
Please submit your CV along with a cover letter stating:
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How you meet each of the areas outlined in the person specification above
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Why you are interested in doing this job at Groundswell.
You can find a guide to writing your cover letter here, which includes some tips and general guidance.
The deadline for applications is 10am on Monday 17th August.
Interviews
Interviews will be held in person on either Wednesday 2nd or Thursday 3rd September.
We are a small charity with limited resources and are unable to give individualised feedback on unsuccessful applications before the interview stage.
Pre-employment checks
The job offer for the successful candidate will be subject to a reference check.
Many thanks for taking the time to look into this role – it is an exciting opportunity, and we hope you will consider applying.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a respected and well-established charity with deep roots in the communities we serve. Jigsaw4u has a strong reputation and dedicated staff and volunteers.
As CEO, you will provide strategic, operational and cultural leadership, working closely with the Board of Trustees, staff, volunteers and partners to ensure the delivery of high-quality services. You will drive our strategic priorities, strengthen financial sustainability, build effective partnerships and foster an inclusive, high-performance culture.
We are seeking a values-driven leader who can inspire confidence, champion collaboration and innovation and deliver meaningful outcomes for children, young people and families.
Helping children, young people and families in South West London put the pieces back together following social and emotional difficulties.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Do you want to facilitate music sessions that develop musical skills and use music to enhance communication skills? We are looking for a creative Music Tutor to join our Creative Programmes Team. You will be responsible for planning and delivering music sessions to adults with a learning disability and autistic adults. Music has the power to positively impact students, from confidence and motor skills to team-working and self-esteem.
Share is a registered charity and a centre for training and wellbeing. We provide a range of programmes empowering adults with a learning disability, autistic adults, and adults with other support needs to live happier, healthier, and more independent lives. Our vision is a world where disabled people are fully included in society, living the life they choose, and we need talented people to help us make that happen.
Main responsibilities
- You will develop, plan and deliver a curriculum of music activities to support students’ learning goals and social development
- You will develop and source resources for delivery, including making effective use of our state-of-the-art Immersive Learning Space
- You will work collaboratively with the wider Creative Programmes Team to develop our creative offering
Who we’re looking for
- You have experience of providing training or music therapy to adults with a learning disabilities or autistic adults
- You would ideally be skilled in one or two instruments and be able to plan session that cover a range of different music genres
- You’re an excellent problem solver with a creative and exploratory approach
- Most importantly, you’re passionate about helping disabled people enjoy more autonomy and you understand how to make this happen
Why work for us?
Share is committed to empowering disabled adults. You’ll make a difference every day, helping people to live as independently as possible.
Our values drive us forward. They provide the framework for everything we do, including who we hire. We believe everyone has something to offer others, and we build on people's individual talents, interests and abilities. We think happy employees are successful employees.
We hold a gold Investors in People accreditation, which means we truly understand the value of people: we focus on what people can do, not what holds them back. And we have robust policies in place so that every single person working at Share takes ownership for making our programmes come to life.
We’ve been praised for our supportive working environment where everyone has a voice and is valued. You’ll be surrounded by people who support you, challenge you, and inspire you.
How to apply
We positively welcome applications from all parts of the community and from people with diverse cultural backgrounds and lived experience.
Please apply through our website or send us your CV and cover letter answering the following questions:
- What are the top three qualities that make you an excellent Music Tutor?
- What is your understanding of behaviour that challenges?
- How would you develop the Music programme at Share?
If you would like to have chat about the role or visit us prior to applying, please contact us.
We focus on ability and believe people work best when they feel valued, safe and happy. We do all that we can to make sure that Share is friendly and welcoming to everyone. All CVs and applications are sanitised to ensure unbiased recruitment.
This job is subject to two satisfactory references, evidence of qualifications, an enhanced DBS check and providing evidence of the right to work in the UK. If you are disabled and would like to discuss other ways of submitting your application, please call us.
Our privacy policy for job applicants can be found on our website.
We look forward to receiving your application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Corporate Partnerships Manager
Contract type: 12 months fixed term, Full time, 35 hours per week
Location: London, UK
UK hybrid working – a minimum of 40 % of working time is spent face-to-face (London office, external meetings or travel). 60/40 hybrid working at WaterAid means roughly three days wherever you work best and two days together in person.
Salary: £41,325 per year with excellent benefits
Change starts with water. Change starts with you.
Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that – for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people’s potential and create a fairer future.
About WaterAid
We’re a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen.
About the team
The Corporate Partnerships Team harnesses the power of the private sector through strategic relationships that raise much needed funds for WaterAid’s life-changing work.
About the role
As our Corporate Partnerships Manager, you will manage new and existing corporate partnerships and our payroll giving scheme to foster powerful partnerships that drive sustainable change.
In this role, you will:
- Proactively manage new and existing corporate partners, ensuring that each partner is appropriately supported and is reaching its full potential.
- Manage WaterAid’s Payroll Giving scheme including managing relationships with Professional Fundraising Organisations and Payroll Giving Agencies.
- Monitor partner-funded programme KPIs and budgets and ensure high quality reporting.
- Work with and make presentations to a range of contact types within our corporate partners.
- Champion WaterAid’s commitment to equity, inclusion and safeguarding.
Requirements
To be successful, you will need:
- Education to degree level or equivalent work experience in relevant areas.
- A track record of Partnership Management including proven experience of growing and developing partnerships with companies.
- Experience of writing high quality and engaging proposals and reports for a corporate audience as well as experience of making presentations to senior level contacts and / or large groups of employees.
- Able to forge effective working relationships with people at all levels inside and outside the organisation and across a range of industries and differing business cultures.
Although not essential, we’d prefer you to have:
- Knowledge of international development and understanding of overseas development issues.
- Experience of developing corporate accounts over £100,000.
- Experience of Payroll Giving scheme.
Closing date: Applications close 12:00 UK time on 10 August. Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 17 August.
How to apply: Click Apply to upload your CV and cover letter.
Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application?
At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well.
Pre‑employment screening
To apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre‑employment checks will be carried out according to local law and WaterAid’s Safer Recruitment policy. All UK‑based roles require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Benefits
- 36 days’ holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
- Option to buy an extra 5 days’ annual leave
- Employer pension contribution up to 10 %
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Season ticket loan
- Free annual eye tests
- ‘Give as you Earn’ charitable giving scheme
- Enhanced parental leave (maternity, adoption/surrogacy, shared parental and paternity)
- Sabbaticals
- One paid volunteer day each year
As part of our annual leave policy, all employees receive three additional days of annual leave on top of their standard allocation of 25 days. These days are designated to cover the period when our UK office closes between Christmas and New Year, allowing all UK WaterAiders to take a well-deserved break.
These days are automatically scheduled and cannot be changed or moved. Annual leave is accrued based on your start date. If sufficient leave has not been accrued by the time of the closure, the 3 days will be taken as unpaid leave or pro-rated, depending on your circumstances.
Our People Promise
We will work with passion and focus to make sure everyone everywhere has clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.
Equal Opportunities
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions, ways of life and status. This includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, caste, colour, gender, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, disability status, neurodiversity, age, marital and family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, health status, place of residence, economic and social situation.
Safeguarding
We are committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero- tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks (which can include counterterrorism, safeguarding and criminal records checks).
Together, we’ll change the world through water.
Join us and be part of the change!
Our vision is a world where everyone, everywhere has sustainable and safe water, sanitation and hygiene.



Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer
North London Hospice has been caring for local people since 1984, providing specialist palliative and end-of-life care to people with life-limiting illnesses across Barnet, Enfield and Haringey, and increasingly within Camden and Islington. Our services are completely free of charge however it now costs more than £16m a year to run our charity. We rely on the generosity of our community through donations and our shops to make up the shortfall in funding.
We're looking for a motivated and ambitious Corporate Partnerships Senior Officer to join our Fundraising Team and support the growth of an exciting and developing area of income generation.
Working alongside our Corporate Partnerships Manager, you'll help build and strengthen relationships with businesses across North London and beyond, helping to secure sustainable income that makes a real difference to the patients and families we support.
The Role
This is a newly created role within a growing team and offers an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys relationship management, business development and creating engaging supporter experiences.
You'll play a key role in growing our portfolio of corporate supporters, identifying new opportunities, supporting partnership pitches, and ensuring our existing partners feel valued, engaged and inspired to continue supporting the hospice.
This is an exciting opportunity to build your fundraising career, develop new skills and work within a dynamic team while contributing to the development of an area with significant growth potential.
Key Responsibilities
· Manage a portfolio of corporate partnerships, ensuring an outstanding supporter experience and long-term engagement.
· Support the Corporate Partnerships Manager to identify and secure new business opportunities.
· Research prospective corporate partners and sectors.
· Help prepare compelling partnership proposals, pitches and cases for support.
· Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective supporters.
· Work with colleagues across the Hospice to develop attractive products and opportunities for corporate supporters.
· Match potential supporters with projects and initiatives that align with their interests and objectives.
· Monitor developments and innovations across the fundraising sector and identify opportunities for implementation.
· Support the development and monitoring of budgets, income targets and KPIs.
· Ensure all activities comply with fundraising regulations, GDPR and Hospice policies.
· Work collaboratively with colleagues across fundraising, communications, retail, clinical services and other departments.
About you
We're looking for a confident, enthusiastic and relationship-focused individual who enjoys connecting with people and identifying opportunities.
You will have:
· Experience managing or supporting partnerships, customer relationships or client accounts.
· Experience delivering excellent supporter, customer or stakeholder journeys.
· Experience supporting business development activities, bids, pitches or partnership proposals.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities.
· Confidence in building relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
· The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
· Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
· A positive, flexible and enthusiastic approach to work.
· Confidence in making introductions and approaching prospective supporters.
Desirable:
· Experience of making cold approaches to prospective customers or supporters.
· Experience developing new products, campaigns or supporter initiatives.
· Experience managing budgets or performance indicators.
· Knowledge of fundraising regulations and GDPR.
· Experience within the charity, healthcare or social care sectors.
· Knowledge of the North London business community.
· Understanding of the hospice sector.
Why join us?
By working at North London Hospice you will make a real difference to the lives of people affected by a life-limiting illness and their families. Our vision is to provide the best of life, at the end of life for everyone.
This role is a unique opportunity to build a growing corporate partnerships programme with significant potential. You'll join a passionate, supportive fundraising team and play a key role in helping North London Hospice continue providing exceptional care and support to patients and their loved ones.
We offer an attractive package of benefits, designed to support the health and wellbeing of everyone who works with us. In addition, we also offer comprehensive and unique learning development opportunities designed to give you the tools you need to succeed in your career at the hospice, whilst helping you to develop and achieve personal and professional growth. If you're looking for a role where you can combine strategic thinking, relationship building and commercial expertise to create meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
North London Hospice is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application or recruitment process, please get in touch with us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Community and Events Fundraising Officer
North London Hospice has been caring for local people since 1984, providing specialist palliative and end-of-life care to people with life-limiting illnesses across Barnet, Enfield and Haringey, and increasingly within Camden and Islington. Our services are completely free of charge however it now costs more than £16m a year to run our charity. We rely on the generosity of our community through donations and our shops to make up the shortfall in funding.
Role Purpose
Reporting to the Community and Events Manager, you will play a key role in growing income through community fundraising initiatives and delivering an exciting and expanding portfolio of events. This varied role combines creative promotion of fundraising opportunities, excellent supporter relationship management, and the planning and coordination of successful events. No two days will be the same, making this an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys a fast-paced and rewarding environment.
Key Responsibilities
Community Fundraising and Events
· Support the Community and Events Manager to develop and deliver a portfolio of community fundraising activities and fundraising events.
· Provide guidance and support to individuals, groups and organisations fundraising for the Hospice, helping them maximise income and deliver successful activities.
· Coordinate event logistics, participant communications and administration to ensure a positive supporter experience.
· Maintain accurate records of fundraising activity, event participants and supporter engagement on Raiser's Edge.
· Contribute ideas to enhance and grow the Hospice's community fundraising and events programme.
Marketing and Promotion
· Work with the Community and Events Manager and Communications Team to promote fundraising activities and events.
· Support the delivery of marketing plans and prepare briefs to assist with participant recruitment and supporter engagement.
Supporter and Volunteer Stewardship
· Deliver excellent stewardship to supporters and volunteers through a range of communication channels.
· Recruit, coordinate and support volunteers involved in fundraising events and activities.
· Build strong relationships with supporters, encouraging long-term engagement and identifying opportunities to maximise fundraising income.
Product Development and Innovation
· Contribute to the development of new fundraising products, events and initiatives.
· Support innovation and continuous improvement across the Community and Events programme.
General
· Work collaboratively with colleagues across Fundraising, Communications, Retail and Volunteering teams to maximise fundraising opportunities.
· Ensure fundraising activities comply with relevant legislation, Fundraising Regulator guidance and Hospice policies.
· Support the wider Fundraising Team as required and contribute to a positive, flexible and collaborative team culture.
· Maintain high standards of confidentiality, health and safety, and infection prevention and control at all times.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
· Experience building and managing relationships with supporters, customers or other external stakeholders.
· Experience managing multiple priorities, projects and deadlines.
· Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
· Experience of using a CRM/database, events delivery, fundraising, or volunteer management would be advantageous.
Personal Qualities and Skills
· A great communicator with excellent relationship-building skills.
· Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
· Able to work both independently and collaboratively.
· Enthusiastic, proactive and able to remain calm under pressure.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Knowledge of social media and marketing techniques would be beneficial.
Essential for All
· Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
· Commitment to the values and objectives of North London Hospice.
· Commitment to continuous professional development.
· Enhanced DBS check (role specific).
· Full UK driving licence (role specific).
Why join us?
By working at North London Hospice you will make a real difference to the lives of people affected by a life-limiting illness and their families. Our vision is to provide the best of life, at the end of life for everyone.
This role is a unique opportunity to build a growing corporate partnerships programme with significant potential. You'll join a passionate, supportive fundraising team and play a key role in helping North London Hospice continue providing exceptional care and support to patients and their loved ones.
We offer an attractive package of benefits, designed to support the health and wellbeing of everyone who works with us. In addition, we also offer comprehensive and unique learning development opportunities designed to give you the tools you need to succeed in your career at the hospice, whilst helping you to develop and achieve personal and professional growth.
If you're looking for a role where you can combine strategic thinking, relationship building and commercial expertise to create meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
North London Hospice is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application or recruitment process, please get in touch
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hours: 4 days per week (30 hours) between 9.00am and 5.00pm
Clolsing date: Tuesday 30th June at 11pm
Interview date: Friday 10th July
Salary: £48,000 p/a pro rata
Contract: 1 year fixed term (covering a maternity leave position)
The Southmead Project is an equal opportunities employer providing free specialist counselling and support for survivors of abuse across Bristol and surrounding areas. Our recruitment is done in line with safer recruitment practices. We welcome people of any race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, class, ability, language, religion and cultural background. We value the differences between people and affirm each person as an individual.
We value our team very highly and pride ourselves on being a supportive employer. We provide the following benefits to encourage a supported, well-rounded and enriched practice:
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Paid supervision for 1.5 hours per month, with an external supervisor of that person’s choice
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Line management for 1 hour per month
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Training budget of £500 per year to spend on relevant training of that person’s choice
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Employer pension contribution of 5%
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Generous annual leave allowance and paid sick leave
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Cycle to work scheme
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Optional private counselling for up to 12 sessions per year with an external counsellor of that person’s choice
Therapeutic Management
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To manage and support a staff team, including the Head of Active Recovery, a Counselling Lead, Nexus Counselling Manager, a Family Support Group Facilitator, and administrators.
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To oversee all of the charity’s therapeutic services and ensure that efficient and high-quality services are delivered.
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To be the charity’s Designated Safeguarding Lead to respond effectively and efficiently to safeguarding concerns.
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To ensure staff are sufficiently trained in adult and child safeguarding and that training records are kept up-to-date.
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To oversee the charity’s pre-trial therapy processes and be a point of contact for the police.
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To develop and improve the charity’s therapeutic services, including any expansion of the services.
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To manage therapeutic recruitment, inductions and training.
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To hold monthly staff meetings and service team meetings when needed.
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To oversee the individual and group supervision arrangements and reporting for all staff.
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To manage and have overall responsibility for the ongoing use of an online Case Management System, ensuring that data is inputted accurately for reporting purposes.
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To support the charity’s quality assurance and development of its services through monitoring and responding to client feedback and outcomes data.
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To develop the charity’s survivor voice work and ensure that the charity’s services are informed by survivors and their lived experience.
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To manage any complaints raised by clients.
Leadership
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To work collaboratively as part of a Leadership Team to make decisions and resolve issues affecting the day-to-day running of the charity and management of its staff team.
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To strategically plan and develop the therapeutic services of the charity.
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To develop relationships with partner agencies and professionals to raise awareness of our therapeutic services and strengthen our work.
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To build and maintain a positive working relationship with the Board of Trustees.
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To attend and contribute to trustee meetings and trustee working group meetings, reporting on the therapeutic services and any clinical matters arising.
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To assist in promoting the charity by attending all relevant meetings directly connected with your work.
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To undertake any other duties appropriate to the needs of the charity.
Client Work
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To provide one-to-one counselling for survivors of abuse of all genders, both online / by phone and face-to-face, with a caseload of approximately 4 clients.
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To maintain confidential and accurate counselling notes of all sessions.
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To attend monthly one-to-one clinical supervision with a supervisor approved by the Southmead Project. (Supervision is a requirement of this charity as members of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy).
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To attend monthly one-to-one line management meetings.
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To work to the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy ethical guidelines.
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To work within the framework, spirit and ethos of the Southmead Project’s Equal Opportunities Policy, and actively engage in promoting the policy within the charity and in all dealings with clients and other agencies.
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All members of staff, paid and unpaid, are required to undergo the enhanced level of Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Please see attached job description for full details.
Meaningful therapeutic support accessible for adults impacted by abuse and addiction. A safe space for growth, connection and wellbeing for all.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Make a difference every day with PDSA
About Us
Join us to help keep even more people and pets together when times are tough. For over a century, PDSA has provided vital veterinary care for the pets of people experiencing financial hardship.
We're now on a journey to expand our reach and support even more people and their beloved pets. To achieve this ambitious goal, we need passionate and driven individuals who are ready to embrace change and help shape the future of PDSA.
Together, we'll build a stronger organisation and ensure our services continue to support those who need us most for the next hundred years.
If you're ready to make a real difference and be part of a team creating positive change, we'd love to hear from you.
About the role
We're looking for an Inbound Customer Service Advisor to join our friendly and supportive National Customer Service Centre (NCSC) in Sunderland.
You'll be based just 600 metres from our PDSA Pet Hospital, working as part of a welcoming team of around 60 colleagues who are passionate about delivering exceptional service to our clients, supporters, volunteers and retail customers.
Our National Customer Service Centre has grown significantly over the last decade and now supports thousands of people every year through a wide variety of enquiries. It's a fast-paced, rewarding environment where every conversation helps make a difference.
As an Inbound Customer Service Advisor, you'll be the first point of contact for many of the people who rely on PDSA. You'll provide a warm, professional and efficient service, ensuring every interaction reflects our values and supports our mission of keeping people and pets together when times are tough.
What you'll be doing
- Handling a variety of inbound telephone calls and emails, providing accurate, friendly and helpful support.
- Managing first-line customer complaints professionally and empathetically, aiming to achieve a positive first-time resolution.
- Promoting PDSA products and services where appropriate by identifying customer needs and recommending suitable solutions.
- Accurately recording customer information and processing payments and refunds.
- Working towards individual and team performance targets, including KPIs and service levels, while maintaining excellent quality standards.
- Keeping your knowledge up to date with PDSA services, policies, campaigns and fundraising initiatives.
About you
You'll enjoy helping people and be passionate about delivering outstanding customer service.
We're looking for someone who is calm under pressure, enjoys speaking with a wide range of people and takes pride in resolving enquiries efficiently and compassionately.
You'll have:
- Excellent communication and listening skills, with confidence speaking on the telephone.
- Experience working within a customer service or contact centre environment.
- Strong computer skills with excellent attention to detail when recording customer information.
- A positive, proactive approach and a genuine desire to provide exceptional customer service.
- The ability to show empathy and professionalism, particularly when dealing with sensitive or challenging conversations.
It would also be beneficial if you have experience of:
- Handling written customer enquiries via email.
- Cross-selling, upselling or generating leads within a customer service environment.
Recruitment Process
As part of our recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an in person assessment centre at our National Customer Service Centre in Sunderland, which is planned for the beginning/mid September 2026.
Rewards,supportand benefits
We’rereally passionateabout beinga great placeto work,somewhere people feel proud of what they do, connected to a meaningful purpose, and able to make a genuine difference every day. Our teams are collaborative and supportive, and we encourage everyone to bring their ideas,individualityand passion for pets to work with them.
As well as a rewarding role and a positive, people-focused culture, we also offer a wide range of benefits, including:
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Flexible working options to support your work–life balance and individual circumstances.
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25 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays
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Three paid special days off: Volunteering Day, CelebrationDayand Wellbeing Day annually.
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Generous pension options, with PDSA contributions starting at 5% and rising to 10%.
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Life assurance providing four times your annual salary for added peace of mind.
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AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme, with 24/7 wellbeing support
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Retail,holidayand lifestyle discounts available through our staff Fetch benefits platform.
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Enhanced maternity,paternityand adoption leave to support you and your family.
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10% discount on PDSA Pet Insurance plus access to staff veterinary services.
PDSA is committed to embedding a culture of diversity and inclusion within our teams that reflect the communities we serve. We aim to create a working environment in which all individualsare able tomake best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies and opportunities for flexible working arrangements to support team members fromdifferent backgrounds.
If you have any questions or concernsregardingaccessibility, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss via email or telephone reasonable adjustments that you mayrequirethroughout the recruitment process.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, adults at risk and all our colleagues and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect.
To support this commitment, our recruitment & selection processes are robust and rigorous. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory references andappropriate backgroundchecks.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an experienced practitioner with a passion for empowering young people and making a difference?
At NYAS (National Youth Advocacy Service), we are dedicated to making a lasting impact on the lives of children, young people, and adults at risk. We believe no child or young person should ever be alone or voiceless in the care system, in family court, or when decisions are being made about their future.
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Senior Practitioner to join Project Unity England, working 28 hours per week. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver intensive, trauma-informed support to care-experienced young mothers who are pregnant or have recently given birth, helping families stay together and supporting young mothers to build positive futures.
About Project Unity England
Project Unity England is an innovative national initiative focused on improving outcomes for care-experienced young mothers and their children through collaborative, multi-agency working. The project aims to keep families together, strengthen service delivery, promote innovation and ensure that local needs are addressed effectively across England.
At the heart of Project Unity is a collaborative approach that brings together local authorities, health partners and community organisations to provide coordinated, community-focused support. By working closely with partner agencies, Project Unity helps ensure young mothers receive the right support at the right time, enabling them to make informed decisions and achieve the best possible outcomes for themselves and their children.
About the role
As a Senior Practitioner, you will manage a complex caseload, providing independent, rights-based advocacy and one-to-one support to care-experienced young mothers. Working autonomously while supported by the Project Coordinator, you will empower young mothers to understand their rights, navigate statutory processes and make informed decisions that help keep families safely together.
You will build trust, complete assessments, develop support plans and advocate on their behalf within multi-agency settings. You will work alongside social workers, midwives, health visitors and other professionals to ensure each young mother's voice is heard and represented.
Alongside direct casework, you will contribute to peer support groups, workshops and community-based activities that reduce isolation, build confidence and strengthen parenting skills. You will also play an important role in safeguarding, quality assurance and service development by maintaining high-quality records, producing case studies and identifying opportunities to improve local services.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference to the lives of care-experienced young mothers while working within an innovative, rights-based national programme.
About you
We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and families. You will be confident working independently while building strong partnerships with professionals across health, social care and the voluntary sector.
You will have experience supporting families or parents with complex social care involvement and a sound understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment and relevant legislation. You will be an effective advocate with excellent communication skills, able to build trusting relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
You will be organised, resilient and confident managing a demanding caseload, with strong analytical skills and the ability to make sound professional judgements in complex situations.
Above all, you will demonstrate NYAS's values of Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empowerment, sharing our commitment to ensuring children, young people and adults at risk have their voices heard.
How to Apply
Please apply via the the NYAS website. In your application, evidence using specific examples how your skills and experience meet the criteria in the person specification within the attached job description, including:
- Experience with vulnerable young people or families in a social care, advocacy or support setting
- Knowledge of legislation and policy relating to advocacy, safeguarding and children’s social care
- Excellent communication, organisational and report-writing skills, with sound professional judgement
Employee Benefits
We offer the following employee benefits:
- 26 days, increasing to 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
- Occupational sick pay (subject to completion of qualifying period)
- Enhanced pay for family friendly leave
- Free parking at some of our offices
- Employee assistance programme
- Group stakeholder pension scheme
- Access to BHSF health cash plan
- Cycle to work scheme
- Support and supervision from your line manager
- Learning and Development opportunities
Safeguarding and Compliance
NYAS operates robust safeguarding procedures, and internal candidates will be subject to references in line with our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. In accordance with UK immigration law, proof of eligibility to work in the United Kingdom will be required as part of the recruitment process. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications.
About NYAS
NYAS (National Youth Advocacy Service) is an established rights-based charity ensuring that children, young people, and adults across England and Wales are respected, represented and supported in expressing their views. We work with care-experienced people who are often reliant on statutory services, and our combination of social care and legal services places us in a unique position to ensure their voices are heard.
We are an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident Employer, guaranteeing an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or belief, or any other protected characteristic.
At NYAS, we listen to what children, young people and vulnerable adults want. We empower them to have their voices heard.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
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Provide operational support to our sports clubs that enables them to both fulfil and host British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) fixtures against other universities, including the organisation of transport, facility bookings, registering individuals and teams for competitions, submitting results, and hiring of officials.
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Be the first point of contact for all queries from students and other universities in relation to club administration and fixtures.
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Provide effective training to students on using the BUCS play system and using the system effectively to ensure fixtures and team sheets are accurate.
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Ensure that finance processes followed for all fixture related expenditure. This includes raising PO numbers, processing invoices, making credit card payments, using online payment systems and the ability to keep accurate financial records.
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Be first of point of contact for student queries on reception when required.
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Actively participate in meetings, personal development, and training events where there is a clear link to our strategy, your role or personal development.
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Ensuring that statutory and legal obligations are met.
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Ensure our financial sustainability by adhering to all financial procedures and processes of the Students’ Union.
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Promoting the Students’ Union’s various policies within your work, in particular Health & Safety, Equality & Diversity, Ethical, and Environmental.
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Contributing to the positive image of the Students’ Union with students, the University and the local community.
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Working across the Union to share skills, improve capability or capacity and in support of service delivery.
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Be flexible in your approach to work, ensuring you can work at any site as required, and unsociable hours as required to enable us to fulfil our mission.
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The job description may be altered at any time in the future in line with the level of the post to meet changing requirements, please be assure that this will only be done in full consultation with the post holder.
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Such other duties and projects as may be reasonably prescribed by the Union, appropriate to the grade and responsibilities of this post.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.




