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Title: Senior Policy and Advocacy Manager
Salary: From £45,000 - £55,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 per week (Monday to Friday)
Holiday: 25 days per year plus bank holidays
Location: Home based with regular travel within / to London and across the UK
Probationary Period: 3 months
Reports to: Head of Department
Benefits: An additional 3 days holiday between Christmas and New Year, Flexitime policy, 5% pension contribution
Title and salary to be commensurate with experience.
We are River Action
We are a small and agile campaigning organisation on a mission to rescue UK rivers from a toxic cocktail of agricultural, sewage and industrial pollution and water shortages. We support community action, galvanise and mobilise public opinion, influence government policy, take legal actions and call out destructive industrial practices to incentivise changes that end river pollution and secure freshwater.
We are building a talented team of positive disrupters and stakeholder mobilisers to deliver our strategy to urgently protect and restore our rivers for the benefit of communities, rivers and wildlife.
Britain’s rivers are our life support system and they are dying. We need urgent action to bring them back to life.
Who we are looking for
We are expanding our political influence by introducing this new position, which will work closely with our existing Policy and Advocacy Manager to bolster our strategic reach particularly in the areas of water scarcity, security and justice, sewage and chemical pollution, and water sector reform.
We are seeking a dynamic and self-motivated individual who shares our passion for protecting rivers and securing our nation’s water, food, health, jobs and economy to join our team to drive forward our policy and advocacy work. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong policy insights capable of blending analytical problem-solving with intelligent advocacy to drive meaningful change. This role requires someone to have excellent writing skills and the ability to draft complex policy documents as well as top line arguments for wider communication.
The ideal person will bring a combination of expertise, energy and ideas to amplify our impact, holding decision-makers and polluters accountable with a professional and diplomatic approach. They will engage with influential people across the sector, government, industry and media.
If you thrive in fast-paced environments and want to be at the forefront of environmental policy and advocacy across multiple campaigns, we’d love to hear from you.
What you’ll be doing
As a Senior Policy and Advocacy Manager, you will lead the development and drafting of River Action’s overall policy strategy as well as leading on specific policy areas. You will play a leading role in shaping and advancing River Action’s political and policy influence, working closely with the Senior Management Team, Chief Executive and wider organisation to develop and execute an impactful policy and advocacy strategy.
River Action is the Co-Secretariat for the APPG on Water Pollution, offering our Policy and Advocacy Manager a unique opportunity to shape the policy direction for River Action and also to influence policy development across Parliament.
You will also work closely with our public affairs agency who manage our daily Westminster activities.
You will:
Lead River Action’s development and delivery of our policy and advocacy strategy on sewage, industrial water pollution, and water scarcity
Collaborate with River Action’s team and external partners to ensure our collective work is underpinned by robust and forward-thinking policy analysis and evidence.
Develop policy analysis to support campaign, communications and policy strategies, based on a strong evidence base and a sound understanding of the relevant legal and policy frameworks.
Translate complex policy and evidence into concise documents with clear messages and compelling campaigns to engage political and policy stakeholders.
Monitor and analyse political and policy developments, interpreting their implications and opportunities for River Action and its supporters.
Generate analysis to enable participation in public consultation processes, including drafting high-quality and persuasive consultation responses and briefings for Westminster and Whitehall audiences.
Increase our political influence with exciting policy interventions, ensuring River Action’s voice is heard at the highest levels of decision-making.
Build and maintain relationships with key policymakers, civil servants, industry experts and partner organisations.
Support grassroots community groups and third-sector partners in engaging with their local representatives for effective advocacy.
Organise and attend key political meetings and events, including the Water Pollution APPG, stakeholder roundtables and parliamentary events.
Manage strategic policy partnerships, including our relationship with Wildlife and Countryside Link and other third-sector organisations.
Ensure River Action’s policy and advocacy efforts align with our creative campaigns, by making sure colleagues and spokespeople are well-briefed and communications content is well-informed to maximise reach and impact.
You will also:
Actively engage in professional development and training.
Adhere to health and safety policies while working in different locations.
Maintain confidentiality in all areas of work at River Action.
Demonstrate a strong commitment to an inclusive, equal and diverse workplace.
Work collaboratively with colleagues across River Action to collectively deliver our mission while being true to our values.
UK travel will be required and regular trips to London. Training and operational activities may require overnight stays away from home, in which case costs will be covered and standard River Action procedures will apply.
What you’ll bring
The position will suit a self-motivated, strategic and determined person. You will be an excellent communicator, with exceptional writing skills and comfortable representing River Action and engaging with diverse stakeholders in positions of responsibility. You will have a passion to protect and restore our waterways and to hold decision-makers and polluters to account.
Essential knowledge, skills and experience:
Experience in a senior policy and advocacy role, ideally within the environmental sector and including experience of water policy.
Policy and/or legislative experience, with a good understanding of the workings of the UK government and Parliamentary procedure.
A good understanding of the UK water industry, the key UK water-related policies and the issues that are impacting our rivers, land and wildlife.
Knowledge of the challenge of water scarcity.
Excellent communication and writing skills with close attention to detail and the ability to produce concise and persuasive briefings, reports and consultation responses.
Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working creatively and at a fast pace with colleagues, stakeholders and partners.
Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to proactively plan and prioritise work and to report your progress and impact.
Ability to work flexible hours and travel as necessary.
A good and supportive team player with a willingness to muck in as and when required.
Why join us?
Be part of a mission-driven organisation working to restore and protect the UK’s rivers.
Work at the heart of political and environmental change, influencing decision-makers at the highest levels.
Work in an agile, supportive and happy work environment where your ideas and expertise will have real impact.
Opportunities for professional development and growth within the organisation.
Diversity and inclusion
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies show that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single criteria. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. So if you like the look of this role but your past experience does not align perfectly with everything in the job description, we’d still love to hear from you. You may be just the right person for this role.
How to apply
To apply, please submit to jobs at riveractionuk dot com with the subject Senior Policy and Advocacy Manager’:
your CV (2 pages),
a cover letter (2 pages) explaining why you want to work for River Action and how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role, and
a written submission (2 pages) as described below.
Only applications including all three documents will be accepted. Please provide your documents in pdf format.
Written submission
Please prepare a 2 page policy briefing for Parliamentarians on the issue of water scarcity and water justice and how it affects UK rivers and our security. Your briefing should be written in a clear, persuasive style suitable for a Parliamentary and government audience and:
Identify causes of water scarcity and injustice.
Provide a concise analysis of the impact on rivers, biodiversity and our economy.
Summarise and assess gaps in relevant UK Government policies, legislation and plans.
Propose two or three practical policy recommendations for decision-makers.
Application process
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until 5pm on Wednesday 15th July.
Should your application be selected during sift, the next stage will involve an initial 15-minute interview. You may then be invited to attend a second interview with a panel.
Interviews will be held in the weeks commencing 19th July and 26th July via video conference.
Please indicate in your covering letter or in a covering email your availability for interviews.
If you have any questions about the role or your application, please contact us on jobs at riveractionuk dot com.
The Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC) works to support the Palestinian people in their struggle for freedom, justice and equality and against apartheid, military occupation and colonisation. A democratic, member-led organisation, we are the largest organisation in Britain dedicated to securing Palestinian rights. We aim to create mainstream pressure to change the policies of the UK government and to indirectly place pressure on the Israeli government to end its oppression of the Palestinian people. We support the Palestinian call for boycott, divestment and sanctions (BDS) until Israel complies with international law and ceases its violations of the rights of the Palestinian people.
The Director provides executive and public leadership of the Palestine Solidarity Campaign, harnessing the skills and energy of our elected Executive Committee, network of over 100 branches, staff team, members and supporters to ensure effective and impactful campaigns for Palestine. The Director of PSC holds ultimate executive responsibility for the achievement of our objectives in line with our stated values and policies agreed through our democratic structures.
The Director leads the organisation through a senior team of three Deputy Directors and is responsible for the overall impact, performance and culture of PSC. They will be confident in representing PSC to a variety of stakeholders, including but not limited to members and supporters, politicians, national media, and large crowds. They will defend and advance PSC’s values, aims and campaigns with conviction, judgement, humanity and authority.
Over the past two years PSC has grown rapidly in size, profile and resources. A central task of the next Director is to maintain that growth and convert it into a deeper and more durable impact for advancing the cause of Palestinian liberation. This will involve steadying the organisation and deepening its foundations for controlled but ambitious growth in a context where the rights and lives of Palestinians are increasingly threatened and violated, and operating in a UK political environment that remains largely hostile to the Palestinian cause.
A strong commitment to PSC’s aims, a clear understanding of the key issues related to the situation in Palestine, and a demonstrable commitment to anti racism and equality are essential.
For more information please review the appointment brief.
Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis?
Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress?
If you can embody our values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness, and Responsiveness, and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you.
Financial Controller
Reference: 367
Responsible to: Senior Finance Manager
Working hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £32,000 - £34,000 per annum
Based: Watford (some flexibility for hybrid work from home)
This is a position offering someone with the appropriate values and experience, the opportunity to play a pivotal role in the Finance Team, coordinating the Finance Department, ensuring that financial & payroll information is processed in accordance with HMN procedures & timescales.
As a Financial Controller you will work closely with the Senior Finance Manager to drive quality financial processes through the core of the organisation, leading on the management of the team.
Key Responsibilities
We offer:
Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle (or equivalent) is essential for this role.
Closing date for applications will be 20th July 2026.
Interviews to be held on a rolling basis at our Watford Wellbeing Centre.
This advert may close early if a suitable applicant is found. Please submit your application as soon as possible.
N.B. Please quote reference number 367 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.
Salary: £64,093
Contract: Permanent
Location: London Hybrid, 2-3 days per week in Angel office
Closing date: ASAP
Benefits: 24-28 Days annual leave & option to buy/sell more, up to 5% pension contribution, Employee assistance programme, Life assurance cover, Health cash plan
We are very excited to be looking for a Head of Philanthropy to join a national disability charity, supporting people with complex disabilities to live connected and included lives.
With a new organisational strategy and recently implemented CRM system, the Head of Philanthropy will play a crucial role in shaping long-term philanthropic growth. Reporting to the Chief Fundraising & Marketing Officer, you will lead a talented team to develop an ambitious major donor programme, build a robust pipeline of high-value multi-year gifts, and create compelling propositions that inspire high-net-worth supporters.
As a skilled communicator, you’ll work effectively across a large and complex organisation, engaging senior stakeholders, ambassadors and donor networks to maximise opportunities and drive long-term impact for people with complex disabilities.
To be successful as the Head of Philanthropy you will need:
If you would like to discuss this role with us, please contact us and quote the reference 2908JP
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
Ara Head of Finance
We have immediate need for an Ara Head of Finance. We are looking for an experienced finance leader who combines strong technical finance expertise with excellent leadership and relationship-building skills, to help us provide hope and better lives for people across South West England and Wales. This position is permanent, full-time 35 hours per week (4 days per week considered).
Please note: applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Location: Bristol (with some opportunity for hybrid working)
Salary: £65,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Department: Senior Leadership Team
Ara’s Head of Finance will provide strategic and operational financial leadership to ensure the charity is financially sustainable, well-governed and compliant. This role is a key member of Ara’s Leadership Team playing a vital part in the development and implementation of the organisation’s strategy.
Working closely with the Chief Executive and the Board of Trustees to advise on governance, regulatory responsibilities and financial planning for the charity. The role provides the essential financial stability to enable future growth through leadership and management of finance, and ensuring effective governance and regulatory compliance.
Some of the key tasks for this role include to:
· Lead all aspects of financial management, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
· Strengthen Ara governance, compliance, and risk management systems.
· Support strategic planning and organisational development.
· Provide leadership and support to key managers and teams.
· Help develop sustainable income generation and business planning.
· Oversee all financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.
In return we offer:
· A competitive and benchmarked salary.
· A 35-hour working week to promote a healthy work-life balance, with flexible working.
· Up to 32 days annual leave, as well as all UK bank holidays.
· A pension scheme, comprehensive training, and a 24hr Employee Assistance Programme.
· Meaningful and fulfilling work that makes a real difference to some of the most vulnerable people in our society.
To apply, please email with a CV and covering letter. For more information about Ara, please visit our website. Please note: applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Job Purpose
To provide a physiotherapy service as part of a multi-disciplinary team, on a part-time basis
Key Working Relationships
Physiotherapists are self-employed contractors and report to the Clinical Lead.
Other key working relationships:
Job Description
Key duties
Key Tasks
Working Practices
Person Specification
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Experience and Knowledge
May be varied but would typically include:
Skills and Behaviours
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Our mission is to improve the lives of people affected by ME. Better meeting their needs today while taking action to secure change for tomorrow.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This is an exciting role with a significant level of autonomy for an ambitious and experienced youth work professional. The Head of Youth Work & Delivery Partnerships will lead and manage a large team of Youth Workers while taking operational responsibility for WEST’s seven-day-a-week universal youth work offer. As the leading provider of universal access youth work in Hammersmith and Fulham, and part of the OnSide network, WEST has a strong reputation and growing impact. The postholder will hold overall responsibility for delivering a vibrant, open-access Youth Zone for the young people of West London, welcoming up to 200 young people per session.
You will lead the development and delivery of the core youth work provision, including junior, senior and holiday clubs, ensuring high standards of practice and a culture of continuous improvement. You will also ensure the Youth Zone remains a fun, supportive, safe and inclusive environment that attracts and retains young people, helping to raise aspirations and support positive outcomes.
You will be a member of WEST’s Senior Leadership Team, and will work in tandem with the Chief Executive, the Senior Leadership Team and the Board of Trustees to help WEST achieve its goal of delivering life-changing youth work to young people in West London.
As a member of SLT, you will embody the highest standards of professionalism and act as a role model for the culture we wish to create at WEST, and make a focused, measurable contribution to WEST’s overall strategic plan.
ABOUT WEST YOUTH ZONE
WEST Youth Zone, named Where Everyone Sticks Together by local young people, opened in April 2024 - a purpose-built space fizzing with energy and crammed with incredible facilities. Staffed by talented, skilled and dedicated youth workers who truly believe in young people, helping them see what they could achieve, and giving them the skills, confidence and ambition to go for it.
At WEST, we believe all young people in West London should have the opportunity to discover their passion and their purpose and be able to explore where it can take them. We are open 7 days a week, while schools are closed - that’s evenings and weekends, plus all through the school holidays. We offer a safe and active space for young people to flourish in their leisure time, where their interests can be nurtured, and they can grow as individuals.
Hammermith & Fulham is a borough of wide disparities, with an acute need for youth services. This vast difference between those living in different neighbourhoods can lead to radically different life outcomes. Our Youth Zone is a vital provision that will make a huge impact on the lives of young people, and on the whole area, levelling the playing field for our young people.
We give 8 to 19-year-olds, (and up to 25 for young people with additional needs) affordable access to a broad range of sport, arts and mental health support, and employability services, designed to empower them to lead healthier, positive and more active lives – raising their aspirations for themselves and their community. This is a charity that the whole community can be proud of, and you can be part of that journey.
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Job Title: Freelance Programme Manager
Contract: Freelance / Self-employed. 12 months fixed term contract (with potential to extend)
Time Commitment: Approximately 4 to 6 hours per week.
Location: Remote with occasional attendance at meetings and events
Hourly Rate: £25
Reports to: Chair of the Board of Trustees
About Us
The Association of Teachers of Singing (AOTOS) is the UK’s leading organisation for singing teachers. As a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO), we are dedicated to promoting excellence in singing teaching.
We support our members through professional development, training, networking, and advocacy, while working to strengthen engagement, visibility, and growth across the sector.
The Role
AOTOS is seeking an experienced programme manager to lead delivery and further development of our existing programme of training for its members and the wider singing teaching community.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and deliver AOTOS’ programme of training and CPD in line with board strategy and member needs.
Developing an annual programme plan and budget for approval by the board
Be the face of AOTOS’ events and teacher development programme, including hosting online and in person events and conferences
Review, develop and manage our Essentials teacher training course, including recruiting, training and managing course leaders
Report against relevant KPIs for the programme, providing regular reports to the board of trustees
Engage with AOTOS membership to understand training needs to feed into the board for future programme development
Sourcing and booking venues and speakers for national conferences (currently two per year)
Working with Operations Manager and Communications Officer to ensure programme operations and communications run effectively
Other duties as required and agreed with the Chair of the board
Person Specification
Essential
Understanding of AOTOS and its mission
Skilled and experienced singing teacher
Experience in event planning and production
Experience of course/learning pathway design
Evidence of sustained commitment to maintaining personal CPD
Evidence of ability to meet deadlines, plan in advance and manage a variety of different objectives and outputs
Ability to monitor activities and collect data and other evaluation metrics
Ability to work independently and in a team
Ability to network and make contacts
Confident presenter and ability to be the ‘face’ of AOTOS events
Desirable
Knowledge of current voice pedagogy research
Knowledge of a broad range of singing teaching styles, contexts and singing genres
Experience managing a team
Hands-on experience of teacher training
Experience of reporting to a board of trustees
Understanding the role and nature of a CIO
A large network of connections within singing teaching practice and research
Hours and Working Pattern
Approximately 4 to 6 hours per week (may vary seasonally depending on event workload)
Flexible working pattern
Additional hours may be required to attend meetings and events. Any additional hours will be remunerated in addition to standard hours and at an agreed rate depending on nature of the work
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing why you are interested in the role, and why you believe you would be a good fit for us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Director of Finance and Systems
Are you a qualified accountant with experience at a senior level in a finance role?
We are looking for a Director of Finance and Systems to join the Strategy Team, responsible for shaping the organisations long-term strategy and financial sustainability.
Working for an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race & other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities.
Position: Director of Finance and Systems
Location: Hybrid working: two days a week in the Bolton or London offices (based in White City) combined with home-working and travel across our Youth Zone network as required.
Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours/week)
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Agile working with flexibility in working hours; 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to a maximum of 30 days); birthday leave, additional annual leave purchase scheme; company matched pension; company sick, maternity, paternity & adoption pay; Employee Assistance Programme, active and engaged networks to join (including Equity, Diversity & Inclusion) and access to Charity Worker discounts.
Closing Date: 12noon on Wednesday 8 July 2026 (We may close this role early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.)
First stage interviews (virtual): Wednesday 15 July 2026
Second stage interviews (in-person): w/c 27 July 2026
There will also be a short, values-based phone interview between Stage 1 and 2.
About the Role
As a key member of the Executive Team, you will partner closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees to develop and deliver a financially resilient and scalable organisation, supporting both the charity’s and its growing national network of independent Youth Zone charities.
You will lead the organisation’s finance, systems and data capability ensuring strong financial stewardship, high-quality insight for decision-making, and efficient, innovative ways of working.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the financial and operational model of one of the UK’s most ambitious youth charities, with influence extending across a growing national network.
Key areas of responsibility include:
About You
You will be a fully qualified accountant (CCAB recognised) with strong leadership skills and the ability to develop team members to their full potential
You will have experience of
Above all, you’re motivated by purpose and excited by the opportunity to help deliver spaces that enable young people to thrive.
About the Organisation
A national charity that believes all young people should have the opportunity to discover their passion and their purpose that fund and build state-of-the-art, multimillion-pound youth centres called Youth Zones in the country’s most economically disadvantaged areas. The organisation trains the amazing people that run them and offers continuing support to youth zones nationwide through a national network of independent youth charities.
It’s about opportunity.
You may have experience in areas such as Accountant, Business Account, Finance Manager, Director of Finance, Head of Finance, Finance and Systems, Director of Finance and Systems, Finance and Systems Manager, Finance and Systems Lead.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP
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UCCF is at a significant and exciting moment. Eighteen months into Matt's leadership as CEO, we are clearer than ever about our mission: Making disciples of Jesus Christ in the student world. We are also clearer about the strategic priorities that will enable that mission to bear fruit in the years ahead: Forming CU leaders, Resourcing CU students, and growing the gospel partnerships that make this ministry possible.
Advertised as Head of Fundraising, this is much more than a fundraising post. Internally, it is the senior leadership role for UCCF’s Partnerships Team and is referred to as the Head of Partnerships. That language is deliberate. We do not want to think of fundraising as a merely transactional activity, but as a relational, prayerful and theological expression of gospel partnership.
Each year hundreds of churches and trusts and thousands of individuals join with us in the work God is doing among students: praying, giving, advocating, encouraging and sharing in the joy of gospel fruitfulness.
The person appointed will help lead UCCF into this next chapter and will shape how we tell the story of student mission; how we invite others to partner with us; how we steward relationships well, building sustainable prayerful and financial support for long-term ministry.
You will lead and build a committed team, work closely with senior leaders and bring strategic clarity, relational warmth, theological conviction and ambitious confidence to one of UCCF’s most important areas of work.
If you are a senior fundraiser, marketing or partnerships leader who loves the gospel, understands evangelical culture, and wants to help a national movement grow deeper, stronger and more fruitful partnerships as together we reach the >2.5 million students in Britain, then we’d love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to build, to lead, to innovate and to serve, so together we might play our part in making disciples of Jesus Christ in Britain.
The key details
We are passionate about students reaching students with the good news of Jesus.



Corporate Complaints Manager
Cambridge
Permanent
Full-Time
This is an exciting opportunity to join CHS Group in this newly established post. Do you have the expertise and confidence to lead on complaint handling and help shape how we listen, respond, and improve for our customers? If so, this is an opportunity to make a real impact. As Corporate Complaints Manager, you’ll play a key role in delivering a high-quality, customer-focused complaints service, ensuring every customer feels heard and supported.
You will be joining a long-established, locally based and independent housing association with strong local partnerships. We have a reputation for delivering on our values of care, openness and trust in our housing and community services. We continue to build on this strong foundation, with ambitious plans to further develop our services and infrastructure.
You’ll lead on our overall approach to complaint handling, working with teams to support their complaint responses and help ensure we remain fully compliant with regulatory requirements, including the Housing Ombudsman Complaint Handling Code.
You’ll also use insight and data to drive service improvements, helping us learn from feedback and strengthen the overall customer experience.
About the role
Reporting to the Executive Director, Customers Services you will:
· Monitor and where necessary promote improvements in compliance against our complaints and compensation policies, ensuring timely and high-quality responses
· Support customer facing teams to maintain a positive complaint handling culture and service through training, sharing data and good practice
· Lead on liaison with the Housing Ombudsman, ensuring all enquiries are responded to and that CHS learns from cases.
· Analyse complaint data and identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for improvement
· Support continuous improvement across the complaints process and customer experience
· Prepare our internal and external reporting and self-assessments and ensure they are published on time.
What You’ll Bring
You’ll bring a strong background in complaint handling and customer service, along with the confidence to challenge and influence colleagues.
Experience
· Experience of handling complex, high-volume complaints within a social housing, local government or other regulated organisation in a customer facing environment
· Experience of implementing change to drive up standards and performance
· Experience of using and improving databases / IT systems for customer and/or complaints data.
· Experience of collating and presenting data to a range of audiences
· Good knowledge of the Housing Ombudsman’s Complaints Handling Code and regulatory framework for social housing
Skills
· Excellent communication, influencing and listening skills
· Outstanding customer focus with the ability to balance empathy, accountability and operational compliance
· Excellent investigative and problem-solving skills
· Excellent analytical skills, using data to drive improvement
· Understanding of safeguarding, vulnerability and partnership approaches that support customers with complex needs
· A collaborative and assertive approach to working with colleagues and teams to drive improvement
Qualification:
Level 4 housing qualification regulated by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) or willingness to work towards.
Hybrid Working Arrangements – the majority of the working week will be office-based in Histon in the first six months (probation period). Thereafter it may be possible to apply for a higher proportion of hybrid working, with service delivery being the prime consideration.
Benefits of working for CHS Group:
· Employee discount scheme (retail, leisure, gym membership and fitness equipment)
· Doctor Care Anywhere (telehealth service offering private online GP and nurse appointments via video and phone)
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Financial wellbeing hub - access to advice and support from experts, whether you're budgeting, interested in investing or retirement planning
· Refurbished Tech - access to the latest models at affordable prices, with a 12-month warranty and 30-day money back guarantee.
· Cycle to work scheme (salary sacrifice)
· One day off a year to volunteer for a charity of your choice
· 30 days holiday, increasing to 35 days per annum, inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff), depending on length of service
· Holiday purchase scheme - up to 5 days per annum (pro rata for part-time staff)
· Company sick pay
· 58p per mile business mileage allowance
· Refer a friend scheme (£250)
· Contributory pension scheme, which both you and CHS contribute to
· Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
· Flexible Working Policy
· Full induction
· Comprehensive free training and development opportunities with paid time off
· Free DBS (for relevant posts)
· Free onsite/nearby parking
· Hybrid Working Policy
· Flexitime
As part of the recruitment and selection process candidates will be required to complete a Personality Profiler
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Midnight Sunday 12th July 2026
INTERVIEWS: Friday 31st July 2026
Job Title: Employability Administrator
Location: South Wigston, Leicester, LE18 4TP. (Travel across Leicester area required)
Hours: Part Time, 20 hours per week. 1 year Fixed Term Contract.
Salary: £14216 per annum
About FareShare Midlands
FareShare Midlands is the region’s largest food redistribution charity, tackling inequality, transforming lives and ensuring no good food goes to waste. We rescue surplus food and redistribute it to 650 local charities and community organisations, feeding 60,000 people every week. We also invest in communities, providing education, training and volunteering opportunities, helping over 700 individuals to date to build a better future. Together, we’re fighting hunger, reducing food waste and creating opportunities across the Midlands. Learn more here or read our latest Annual Report Snapshot here.
The Role
FareShare Midlands is delighted to be working in partnership with Pepsico in order to deliver a range of community based workshops that will provide advice and information around key areas of physical and mental wellbeing, financial resilience and employability skills to clients who use the services of our Community Food Members along with the provision of 121 sessions for individuals who require additional and tailored support.
Key Responsibilities
As the Administrator, you will work closely with the Employability Coach and be responsible for:
Person Specification
Essential
Desirable
How to Apply
To apply, please submit:
We continue to strive to ensure that the profile of our staff and volunteers reflects the diverse communities we serve across the Midlands. As such we encourage and welcome applications from all our communities. We particularly welcome applications from people from ethnically diverse backgrounds as they are currently under-represented within FareShare Midlands.
“Right to Work” in the UK status is required.
The closing date for applications is Friday 10th July 2026
We redistribute good quality surplus food which would otherwise go to waste and also support people to find work through our employability programme.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.