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Are you passionate about using the natural world to inspire children’s heads, hearts and hands? Do you have the background and skills required to deliver high-quality, imaginative and fun outdoor learning experiences to pre-school and primary aged children?

This is an exciting opportunity to join Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust as a Wilder Learning Officer. Working in a happy and dedicated team, you will be responsible for developing and delivering pre-school family sessions and leading primary curriculum-based trips across the county, including at Robinswood Hill, Crickley Hill, and Coaley Peak.

Applicants will need to have experience of working with children and a passion for the natural world.

For full details please see the Job Description.

Application is via CV and Cover letter. Please use your cover letter to detail, why you are interested in the role, why you think you are the right person for it and why you are interested in working at Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust.

We are also looking to recruit some sessional outdoor Learning Officers (zero hours) to support delivery of our seasonal learning work across the county. If you are also interested in these posts, please do let us know.

Interviews will be held in person at our offices at Robinswood Hill Country Park in Gloucester during the week commending 17th November.

Term: Full-time, Fixed Term 1 year Contract
Salary: £25,235

We are seeking a part-time Communications and Marketing Officer to join the Foundation during an exciting period of growth. You will work as part of a small team to deliver our fundraising strategy – by 2028 we aim to be raising £1 million a year to fund vital work in the National Park.

We are looking for a creative and proactive communicator who is passionate about the Peak District, its wildlife and its communities. You’ll be someone who thrives in a small dynamic team and is confident working across digital platforms to tell compelling stories, engage supporters and grow our reach. You’ll bring fresh ideas, a collaborative spirit, and a keen eye for details – whether crafting social media content, managing campaigns, or supporting fundraising initiatives.

This is a varied role that will work as part of a small team to ensure we raise the funds needed to support the Peak District to be enjoyed by everyone, forever. You will help to raise funds to:

• Protect our peatlands. The Park contains some of the most degraded upland peatland anywhere in Europe. We’re working to restore Peak District blanket bogs and peatland back to health, conserving this vital carbon capturing habitat for the future.
• Restore habitats. Nature is in crisis even in our National Park. We’re working to create bigger, better and more joined up habitats across the Peak District, supporting biodiversity and providing essential corridors for wildlife.
• Connect people and communities to nature. The more people who are connected to nature, the more people will want to protect it. We are working to ensure people of all ages and backgrounds have opportunities to experience and care for our National Park.
• Ensure access for everyone. There are over 1,600 miles of paths within the National Park. We’re working to fund high quality path repair, improve access for people with disabilities and help more people enjoy their right to roam.
• Protect our cultural heritage. The Peak District landscape has been shaped by people. We’re working to protect and conserve these irreplaceable heritage sites, from historic buildings and industrial structures to pre-historic features.

If you’re enthusiastic about making a difference and helping protect and promote the UK’s first National Park, we’d love to hear from you. We are open to individuals looking to transition from other sectors.

What we can offer you

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Two wellbeing days (pro-rata) – additional paid leave to support your mental, emotional and physical wellbeing
• Enjoy your birthday as a paid day off
• 2 days volunteer leave per year (and access to volunteer opportunities inside the Park)
• Flexible working - we support hybrid and adaptable hours to suit your lifestyle
• Family friendly policies – flexible hours and a culture of listening and support
• Getting to work in and around our beautiful Peak District National Park

To lead and deliver Richmond CVS’s support services for voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations across the borough. This includes providing high-quality advice, training, and development support, alongside managing key projects and coordinating external consultants.

The role is central to strengthening the VCSE sector, with a focus on organisational development, fundraising, and governance. It also involves working closely with statutory partners including Richmond Council and the South West London Integrated Care Board (ICB), ensuring that VCSE organisations are well-positioned to engage with and influence local systems.

The postholder will also lead the design and delivery of new initiatives, including externally funded programmes, and will have the opportunity to shape and evolve the role in response to emerging needs.

Key Responsibilities

Service Delivery & Development

Provide tailored advice and support to VCSE organisations on governance, fundraising, income generation, and strategic planning.

Lead the development and delivery of training programmes, workshops, and resources.

Support organisations to strengthen their legal structures, policies, and compliance.

Promote inclusive and accessible service delivery.

Leadership & Strategy

Provide strategic leadership for RCVS’s capacity building and project work.

Contribute to organisational strategy and planning.

Represent RCVS at external meetings, networks, and partnerships, including with statutory bodies.

Project & Programme Management

Manage capacity building projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to agreed outcomes.

Monitor and evaluate project impact, producing reports for funders and stakeholders.

Lead the development and delivery of consultancy projects, including scoping, contracting, and oversight.

Manage relationships with external consultants to ensure quality and consistency.

Line Management

Lead and support a small team, coordinating workplans and fostering collaboration.

Support staff development and performance

Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain relationships with local partners including Richmond Council, South West London ICB, local and national funders, and other infrastructure bodies.

Facilitate networking and collaboration across the VCSE sector.

Act as a key point of contact for external engagement and partnership development.

Encourage digital innovation through partnerships and shared learning.

Operational & Financial Oversight

Contribute to budget planning and financial monitoring for capacity building and project work.

Lead on income generation for RCVS’s development work, including identifying funding opportunities, contributing to bids and contracts, and managing funded programmes.

Ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures, including safeguarding, data protection, and health & safety.

Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.

Location: Full time 35hours, Crisis Skylight Brent, 1-2 Bank Buildings, High St, NW10 4LT, with outreach across Brent and surrounding boroughs

Contract: Permanent

About the role

As a Housing First Coach you will deliver high quality person-centred support, using psychologically and trauma informed approaches, in line with Housing First principles. You will take a bold approach to establishing open and trusting relationships with people who have had long histories of homelessness or in temporary/insecure accommodation, enabling them to access and sustain accommodation and empower them to exercise choice and control over their lives. The team is multi-disciplinary – Coaches, Peer Support Worker, Clinical Psychologist – which allows us to collaboratively formulate innovative approaches to support. The team operates across London, providing numerous opportunities to build impactful partnerships and contribute towards systems change. 

About you

· To be successful in this role you will be a self-starter, flexible and have experience of working collaboratively as part of a team and with internal and external partners. 

· You may have a background in housing/homelessness support, adult safeguarding, drug or alcohol recovery services or mental health and have significant experience of working within a multidisciplinary setting with the ability to create strong professional relationships and creative solutions. 

· You will have experience of working with people who have faced severe and multiple exclusion and who may be considered to have ‘complex needs’, with an understanding of the needs of people who have been homeless for long periods of time.

· You will be willing and able to provide practical assistance with moving into and maintaining a home – including direct help where necessary with tasks such as shopping, budgeting, cooking, and cleaning. 

· You will also have a knowledge of Housing First and housing led approaches and the ability to work within a psychologically informed approach.

Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.

We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.

Working at Crisis

Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.

Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness. 

As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including: 

• A competitive salary. Please note, our salaries are fixed to counter inequity, and we do not negotiate at offer stage
• Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy
• Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%  
• 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
• Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm  
• Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly and more! (Full list of benefits available on website)  

Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career. 

When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.

How to apply

Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.

Closing date: Sunday 16 November 2025, 23:59

Interview process: Competency-based interview and interview task

Interview date and location: Wednesday 3 December 2025 (in person) at Crisis Skylight Brent, 1-2 Bank Buildings, High Street, NW10 4LT

AI in Job Applications

We understand some candidates use AI tools when applying. Whilst we welcome the use of technology to support clear communication and structure, we want to learn more about you, so please ensure that your application reflects your own skills, knowledge and experiences

Accessibility 

We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please contact our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help. 

Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094 

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the legal charity ATLEU (Anti Trafficking and Labour Exploitation Unit), in a vital operational leadership role.  This is a role for someone with extensive operational management experience, ideally within the charity, non-profit sector and in human rights work. You will be a strategic thinker with excellent organisational skills and able to manage multiple priorities effectively. You will bring your skills and experience to a dedicated team that punches well above its weight and is passionate about transforming individual lives and bringing about long term change. 

The Head of Operations will provide leadership in all operational matters, supporting the organisation's mission and long-term objectives, supporting ATLEU’s growth, resilience, and sustainability as well as building a flexible and supportive environment that enables the ATLEU team to do the challenging work that they do.

This role is line managed by and works closely with the Chief Executive. You will be a member of ATLEU’s Senior Management team and work closely with and supervise the work of the People & Inclusion Manager (recently started in post), the Operations & Projects Coordinator and the Billing Coordinator. The Operations team is a small team that works collaboratively to ensure all areas are covered at all times. As such, you will be willing to chip in and take on tasks of other team members if urgent matters arise or when providing holiday cover. 

We are looking for a positive, detail-oriented, creative thinker and problem solver who will build on our reputation for innovation and excellence. You will have a track record of achievement in this field and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with strong financial and business acumen. You will have experience of and confidence in overseeing a wide remit of cross cutting functions including finance, human resources, office management, information technology and governance and compliance. This role will suit someone who enjoys working with people, is comfortable with autonomy and who thrives in a role where no two days are the same.

About ATLEU

Our vision is a just world where no one is enslaved or exploited. 

Our mission is to secure safety, rights and justice for survivors of human trafficking by using and challenging the law.

Our strategic priorities are: 

1. To provide a model of high quality holistic legal support to survivors of human trafficking and exploitation
2. To tackle systemic injustice through strategic litigation and pursuing policy change
3. To build survivor leadership and influence within ATLEU and across the sector
4. To strengthen the capacity of advice, frontline and community organisations to meet the needs of survivors
5. To invest in and support our people to ensure we are effective and sustainable

Our values are integral to who we are, what we do and how we do it.

• There is always another way

We are persistent, resourceful and creative in our approach.  We do the hard work to make justice accessible.  We don’t give up in the fight for fairness and freedom.

• We make the time. We listen. We hear

We take the time to really listen to our clients and colleagues. We want to restore autonomy and agency from where it was stolen.  We give advice, not tell you what to do. If you fight, we fight.  Our clients’ needs come first.

• Knowledge is for sharing.

We lead the way in our knowledge and expertise of reforming the law. The strength of our team comes from our willingness to collaborate and share.  We put our work before pride and always ask for help. Power of our knowledge comes through sharing it with others to secure justice and reform the law. 

Employment Information
 

Job Title:Head of Operations

Job Term:Permanent

Hours:Full time / part-time (minimum of 28 hours up to 35 hours per week). Flexible working options available

Salary:£47,000 to £52,000 p.a. pro rata (depending on experience)

Pension:7% employer pension contribution

Leave:33 days pro rata (including public holidays) pro rata with an additional 1 day per year up to a maximum of 38 days (including public holidays) pro rata

Reports to:  CEO

Line Management: Up to 5 staff members

Probation:6 month probation period

Location:Central London, near London Bridge and with occasional travel to Sheffield 

Objectives of the post

To lead and ensure the smooth operational running of ATLEU, with particular focus on finance, people, information technology and governance and compliance. 

To manage ATLEU’s team of operations staff including human resources, operations and projects,  finance and external bookkeepers. 

To work closely with the Chief Executive to develop systems for implementing and monitoring ATLEU’s strategic plan. 

Main Responsibilities

1. Leadership and Strategy

• Participate in strategic and business planning processes and play a leading role, working with the CEO and trustees to develop the strategic plan, ensuring all team members understand it and their role in it. 
• Serve as a key member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) contributing to the strategic direction and day to day management of the organisation. 
• Develop and lead monitoring and evaluation processes for all activities associated with our strategy, including setting and reviewing annual business plan priorities and targets, communicating progress and highlighting potential areas for development and increased focus. Be a champion for embedding learning into the culture of the organisation and collaborate with consultants and staff to ensure there are effective monitoring learning and evaluation frameworks in place across ATLEU’s projects and services. 
• Lead and manage ATLEU’s operations staff, including ATLEU’s Operations and Projects Coordinator, People and Inclusion Manager and Billing Coordinator. 
• Lead the development and maintenance of organisational policies, procedures, and systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• To work closely with the Director of Saltworks to support the operational running of ATLEU’s  trading subsidiary Saltworks, through developing the financial and operational infrastructure and management of the organisation.

2. Finance 

• Lead ATLEU’s financial planning, management and reporting processes. 
• Direct, manage and document ATLEU’s financial policies, systems and controls, ensuring that financial systems are effective and up to date. 
• Scrutinise monthly financial data and produce financial reports for the CEO and trustees, including quarterly cashflows
• Prepare ATLEU’s annual operating budgets and financial reports for funders and oversee project budgets. 
• Ensure the year-end financial accounts and audit process is completed satisfactorily and delivered on time, ensuring all financial data and other data needed is provided.
• Ensure that accurate records and accounts of monies claimed are held on all cases  and liaise with the Head of Legal Practice to ensure compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Oversee ATLEU’s bookkeeping and legal aid billing and reporting and ensure all monies, including grant monies and training invoices are claimed and paid promptly. 
• Maintain oversight of bookkeepers and auditors, taking responsibility for managing relationships with them
• Manage ATLEU’s banking arrangements, ensuring that they are effective, secure and fit for purpose.

3. Office and Operations

• Work with the Senior Management and Operations teams to ensure that all colleagues have the operational support needed to do their jobs effectively; 
• Liaise with building management for both offices, manage any rent negotiations and any future office moves 

• Lead on the annual insurance renewal process, provide the required data and lead discussions with brokers to ensure good value for money on all policies;
• Support the Operations and Projects Coordinator to ensure that both ATLEU offices provide a safe and welcoming environment for ATLEU staff, clients and other visitors and that they comply with all appropriate legislation and regulations;
• Work with the Operations & Project Coordinator to maintain the Office Manual and associated policies and ensure that they are up to date and reviewed as appropriate and monitor compliance with those policies. 
• Oversee day-to-day operations including premises, equipment, IT systems, ordering supplies, procurement and workflow and archive management and ensure that processes are in place to restore functionality as required. 
• To ensure the most effective use of resources and identify areas for cost reduction or cost avoidance along with process and functional improvement, including developing ATLEU’s IT infrastructure to reduce reliance on paper files. 

4. Human Resources

• The Head of Operations plays a pivotal role in mentoring and supporting the People and Inclusion Manager across all HR-related matters, including staff wellbeing and EDI activities. 
• In the absence of the People & Inclusion Manager or when facing conflicting deadlines, the Head of Operations is expected to actively participate in all HR tasks.
• Support the People & Inclusion Manager with day-to-day HR tasks, processes and systems, responding to queries and problem solving when needed;
• Provide guidance to the Senior Management Team with regular updates on HR related issues as needed;
• Support the People and Inclusion Manager to review, develop and roll out HR policies and provide training to staff where required, ensuring they are legislatively sound, fit with our values and align with our strategic goals. 
• Oversee the coordination of the organisation’s volunteer programme, and explore ways to maximise the value both ATLEU and volunteers gain from the programme. 
• Model positive, fair and open people leadership and support other managers in their supervisory capacity.

5. Governance and Compliance 

• Work with the Chief Executive to continue to strengthen the governance of the charity, ensuring that all aspects of governance adhere to best practices and meet regulatory requirements.

• Ensure that ATLEU complies with the requirements of all relevant regulatory bodies including the Charity Commission and Companies House and ensuring ATLEU is compliant with all compliance relevant to a not for profit legal firm e.g the Legal Aid Agency, Solicitor’s Regulation Authority, Specialist Quality Mark, Immigration Advice Authority and CILEX.

• Manage the Board, AGM and committee meeting calendar, ensuring well-structured agendas and facilitating effective decision-making processes with clear records of these meetings and management of actions arising.
• Develop and implement governance policies and procedures that align with regulatory requirements and organisational needs.
• Ensure the SMT, Board and other parts of the governance receives comprehensive, timely, and accurate information to support informed decision-making.
• Stay abreast of relevant legislation and governance best practices, implementing changes as necessary. 
• Develop and maintain effective systems and frameworks for compliance, risk management, and operational efficiency.

6. Information Technology / Data Protection and Cyber Security

• Support the Operations and Projects Coordinator in ensuring IT systems function appropriately and securely and new systems are developed to improve efficiencies for caseworkers and for audit and research. 
• Work with the Head of Legal Practice and Operations and Projects Coordinator on the continued development of and improvements to our legal aid case management system.
• Ensure ATLEU has robust IT and cyber security policies and procedures in place, and oversee their implementation across the organisation.
• Develop and maintain the organisation’s IT and business continuity plan and update it annually.
• Oversee ATLEU’s day-to-day relationships with external IT support, ensuring IT systems function effectively and providing or facilitating staff support;
• Collaborate with external IT support on projects to enhance and modernise ATLEU’s systems, ensuring they remain up-to-date and secure;

• Take overall responsibility for the data protection obligations of the organisation. Oversee the implementation of up-to-date and compliant data protection policies including data retention and destruction, home and remote working, emails and the internet, and ensure that sensitive and financial information is securely stored and confidentiality and privacy is maintained. 
• Keep abreast of changes and updates to Data Protection legislation and ensure that staff receive regular training on Data Protection and Cyber Security.

7. Other

• Lead by example demonstrating ATLEU’s values, taking a business partner, proactive approach to working across the organisation.
• To support and adhere to ATLEU’s equal opportunities policy and to always act in an ethical manner that upholds the good reputation of ATLEU.
• To travel to ATLEU’s Sheffield offices as required. 
• From time to time to attend other meetings, including out of hours, when necessary.
• To undertake additional duties as may become necessary.
  
   

Please refer to the attachment below for further information and the full person specification.

 

How to Apply

To apply, please provide a copy of your CV, a covering letter, and an Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form via CharityJobs. The deadline for applications is at 23:00 on Sunday 30 November 2025. Applications received after this time will not be considered. 

Please ensure that the cover letter: 

• sets out why you wish to work for ATLEU
• addresses the criteria contained in the Person Specification
• demonstrates your competency for the role

Please ensure that we have a contact telephone number or email address so that we are able to contact you easily and in confidence.

Candidates shortlisted for interview will be advised by close of business on Friday 5 December 2025. If you do not hear from us by this time, it unfortunately means that you have not been shortlisted for an interview. We regret that we do not have capacity to provide feedback to applicants who are not invited for an interview. 

Interviews will be held on Monday 15 and Tuesday 16 December. 

Candidates may be asked back for a second-round interview.

 

Inclusion at ATLEU

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that diversity drives innovation, strengthens our teams, and leads to better outcomes for everyone. Each individual is valued for their unique perspectives, cultures, and circumstances, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment where all employees feel supported, empowered, and able to thrive.

We actively encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We particularly welcome applicants from groups underrepresented in our sector, including individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities and those with lived experience of migration or trafficking. Please let us know of any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process or in the role — we are happy to discuss how we can best support you.

Contract type

Part time, permanent

Location

Whittington

Hours

Part time (22.5 hours) 

Annual salary

B – 2 £25,947.56 - pro rata for part time hours

Review Date

19/10/2025

The Group Volunteer Administrator reports into the Group Volunteer Manager and is responsible for the smooth operation of our group volunteer services. They will play a vital role within the volunteer function by ensuring the smooth running of the volunteer lifecycle from recruitment to offboarding. 

They will support the Group Volunteer Manager in the delivery of workshops to volunteer leads and ensure an overall positive experience for our volunteers. 

Knowledge and experience

Essential

·Experience of working in an administrative role

·Experience of working with a HR or Volunteer information system

·Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.

Desirable

·Experience of working in a volunteer role

Values

·Exhibits our hospice values and behaviours

Skills

Essential

·Time management

·Attention to detail

·Excellent communication abilities and problem solving

·Excellent mathematical skills

·Strong organisation skills

·Proficient in Microsoft packages, especially excel

·Ability to multi-task

Personal Attributes

·Empathetic

·Team player

·Able to work under pressure

·Collaborative

·Ambassador for St Giles Hospice

Other requirements

·Valid driving licence

·Eligibility to work in the UK

·Please note that St Giles Hospice does not hold a sponsorship licence and is therefore unable to accept sponsorship requests

Just so you know:

This post is subject to a Disclose and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We may review applications before the application review date, however, if you apply after the application review date, your application may not be considered. We will accept applications until we have successfully filled the role; this may be earlier than the closing date.

If you have not heard within 14 days of the application close date, then please consider that your application has been unsuccessful at this time.

As part of your application your data will be managed in line with St Giles Hospice Privacy Policy and kept for 6 months. If you would like to see this in full, please visit our website for our Privacy Policy. This is in extension to Charity Job Privacy Policy.

We are SIFA Fireside, the support service for any adult in Birmingham that faces homelessness. For 40 years we have supported Birmingham’s most vulnerable people through Homelessness Intervention, Prevention and Recovery services.

Overall purpose of job:

The Homeless Intervention Team (HIT) Lead oversees SIFA Fireside’s on-site support centre services, ensuring that individuals are provided with a safe, welcoming environment. A key focus of the role is to lead the team delivering a daily ‘Drop In’ service, for people who are, or are at immediate risk of, rough sleeping or in need of emergency support. The post holder will be a strong leader that manages the day-to-day function of the Homeless Intervention Team, working with partner agencies and other SIFA services to ensure those accessing the space receive the correct assistance. The HIT Lead reports to the HIT Service Manager and plays an essential role in the operational delivery of SIFA Fireside’s vision.

Key Tasks (selection of):

1. Provide direct line management and supervision for HIT colleagues.

2. Facilitate integrated service provision through close working alongside other Service Leads, ensuring effective management of internal referrals and joint working within the teams.

3. Carry a small caseload of clients.

4. Support and review the active caseload of clients across the HIT service, including clients accessing housing assistance from the Birmingham City Council Housing Team on site.

5. Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures, contributing to their ongoing development across the organisation and acting as the first point of reference for HIT colleagues.

6. Be responsible for the day to day running of the HIT service, acting as the first escalation point concerning incidents and complaints.

7. Ensure all incidents are reported correctly and followed up in line with the relevant reporting procedure.

8. Work in a Trauma Informed manner to ensure the support centre is a place where clients, volunteers, colleagues and third parties feel safe and welcome. Work in partnership with HIT Service Manager and Head of Service to ensure all aspects of HIT delivery are psychologically informed.

For the full list of Key Tasks, Managerial Responsibilities and Requirements, please see the Job Description and Person Spec available at the link below.

About the Role  

The Head of Finance will support the Director of Finance and Resources in providing strategic financial leadership across the charity. They will oversee day-to-day financial operations, ensure robust financial management, and deliver timely and accurate financial reporting to support decision-making. The postholder will play a key role in safeguarding the charity’s financial sustainability and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. 

Key Responsibilities  

Financial Planning 

• Preparation of annual budgets and long-term financial plans. 

• Provision of  financial analysis to inform strategic and operational decision-making. 

Financial Management & Reporting 

• Oversee the production of monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and cash flow forecasts. 

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of year-end accounts and the coordination of external audits. 

• Provide regular financial reports and analysis in accordance with organisational timetables set by the Director of Finance & Resources. 

• Monitor restricted funds ensuring compliance with donor requirements. 

Governance & Compliance 

• Ensure compliance with Charity Commission, Companies House, HMRC, and other statutory requirements for filing of accounts. 

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of charity finance regulations, SORP, VAT, and tax issues relevant to the sector. 

Systems, Processes & Controls 

• Ensure that financial processes and procedures are fit for purpose, up to date and efficient. 

• Lead the development and maintenance of efficient financial systems, policies, and procedures. 

• Ensure effective internal controls are in place across the organisation to  facilitate accurate and timely delivery of reporting to support organisational decision making. 

• Oversee grant reporting and donor compliance. 

Team Leadership & Collaboration 

• Develop and support the finance team to deliver a high-quality service. 

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the finance function. 

• Work collaboratively with non-finance managers across the organisation to build financial awareness and accountability. 

Person Specification 

Essential 

• A relevant professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). 

• Experience gained in a financial management role within a small or medium-sized organisation. 

• Experience in business planning, performance management and impact reporting.  

• Significant experience in managing a high-performance team. 

• Strong IT skills, particularly with accounting software and Excel. 

• Understanding of charity finance and accounting practices. 

• Strong understanding of charity law, governance best practices, and regulatory frameworks. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication. 
• Strong interpersonal with an ability to establish and maintain good working relationships. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across teams. 

• Ability to work independently, prioritise workload, and meet deadlines.

Desirable 

• Significant experience in financial management  within the charity, not-for-profit, or public sector. 
• Experience of working with restricted funds and grant reporting. 
• Knowledge of charity tax, VAT, and fundraising income streams. 
• Experience of implementing new financial systems or process improvements. 

We welcome people of all ages and abilities, including those with physical and learning disabilities, sensory impairments, long-term health conditions, and neurodiversity.

About you:

We’re looking for a driven and detail focused professional to join our Housing Services Team as a Senior Housing and Income Officer. In this pivotal role, you’ll help ensure our housing services remain financially secure while supporting our clients to sustain their tenancies and build brighter futures. Working closely with our Housing Services and Supported Accommodation teams, you’ll combine practical problem solving with empathy and determination to make sure every client has the best chance to thrive.

You’ll take ownership of rent income management - overseeing complex accounts, tackling arrears, approving adjustments, and managing legal actions with precision and care. You’ll spot risks early, keep everything running to time, and ensure our policies are followed to the letter. Alongside this, you’ll share your knowledge with frontline teams, providing guidance, training and benefit updates that empower others to achieve consistent, high-quality rent collection.

This is a role where your expertise and tenacity will have real impact - strengthening financial stability, supporting lasting change for clients, and shaping the future of how we deliver housing services. It’s also a chance to build a meaningful career at Single Homeless Project (SHP), developing your professional skills in an organisation that values ambition, compassion and innovation in equal measure.

We are currently operating a blended working arrangement, that includes working from our Head Office in Kings Cross for a minimum of 3 days per week, as well as flexible occasional travel to our accommodation services across London. There is also some potential for home working, in agreement with the Head of Property Services.

The weekly working hours are 37.5 hrs, to be completed between 9am-5pm Mon- Fri, with occasional need to work outside of these times in the event of an emergency.

About you:

• You’ll be someone with proven experience managing rent accounts and maximising income across a busy caseload.
• You understand the welfare benefits system and know how to help clients access the right support.
• You have solid knowledge of housing management - from tenancy and health & safety to managing evictions.
• You’re confident dealing with repairs, complaints, and anti-social behaviour in a fair and timely way.
• You take pride in supporting clients to sustain their tenancies and build financial stability.
• You work well with others - building strong relationships with colleagues and external partners to get the best results.

About us:

Single Homeless Project is a London-wide charity. Our vision is of a society where everyone has a place to call home and the chance to live a fulfilling life.

We help single Londoners by preventing homelessness, providing support and accommodation, promoting wellbeing, enhancing opportunity, and being a voice for change. From supporting people in crisis to helping people take the final steps towards independence and employment, we make a difference to 10,000 lives every year across all 32 boroughs.

We offer you more than a job; we offer you a chance to be part of a compassionate, driven team that's committed to making a real difference in people's lives. You'll have the opportunity to lead, co-create, and inspire change while enjoying a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Join us in creating a brighter, more hopeful future for individuals in need. 

Important info:

Closing date: Sunday 9th November 2025 at Midnight

Interview dates: Thursday 20th and Friday 21st November 2025 at SHP Head Office in Kings Cross

*Candidates will need to be available, to interview on this day.

This post will require a Basic DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.    

Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications with insufficient right to work or requiring sponsorship will not be accepted for this role. 

Operations Officer

Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract (with a view to extend)
Function/Team: Development
Location: London, UK
Hours: Full time, inclusive of breaks
Reporting to: Finance/HR/Operations Manager
Salary: £28,200 per annum

STOP THE TRAFFIK prevents vulnerable communities from being recruited, trafficked, and exploited. Our prevention programmes disrupt traffickers’ ability to recruit at-risk individuals by providing lifesaving information through our bespoke, geo-targeted social media campaigns.

The Operations Officer plays a vital role in keeping STOP THE TRAFFIK’s day-to-day operations running efficiently. Working closely with the Finance & HR Manager and Executive Team, this role supports organisational systems, finance processes, and internal communications — helping our global anti-trafficking work stay coordinated, compliant, and effective.

This position suits a highly organised, proactive individual who enjoys creating structure, improving processes, and supporting others to perform at their best. You’ll be at the heart of the organisation — connecting teams, managing key administrative systems, and ensuring smooth operations across all areas.

This role will be responsible for:

Team & Office Environment

· Monitor STOP THE TRAFFIK’s phone and general ‘info’ inbox, directing messages to the appropriate team members.

· Support the upkeep of the office environment, ensuring facilities are well maintained and team members take shared ownership of the space.

· Coordinate team days and team-building activities, in collaboration with the Team Building Champion.

· Lead onboarding for new staff alongside line managers to ensure a smooth induction experience.

Executive Support Functions

· Provide administrative support to members of the Executive Team.

· Take minutes and capture action points in Senior Leadership Team meetings.

· Prepare briefing notes for key meetings with the Senior Leadership Team.

Finance

· Support the Finance & HR Manager by reconciling transactions on Xero, producing invoices, processing payments, and assisting with monthly and quarterly reporting.

Operations

· Develop and maintain effective internal systems that improve organisational efficiency and automation.

· Maintain key organisational records (e.g. contracts, insurance, supplier information) and handle confidential information appropriately.

· Manage the policy dashboard, ensuring policies are up to date, and notify relevant staff when reviews or updates are required.

The ideal candidate will have:

· Some experience in administration, operations, or office support.

· Excellent organisational skills with great attention to detail.

· Comfortable handling basic finance tasks such as invoices, payments, and record keeping, with an acumen for numbers and data.

· Competence using Excel and data visualisation tools.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· A proactive, friendly, and professional approach to work.

· The ability to multitask effectively and meet deadlines.

· A commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding vulnerable individuals.

Benefits:

· A friendly, supportive team environment.

· Opportunities to collaborate with global partners and experts.

· Autonomy to take initiative and propose process improvements.

· Access to a healthcare cash benefit scheme (including partner/children coverage).

· Corporate eye-care scheme.

· Life insurance.

· Non-contributory Group Personal Pension Scheme (7% employer contribution).

· 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (increasing to 33 days with service).

· Cycle to Work scheme.

· Season Ticket Loan.

· Option to switch 2 bank holidays to suit personal needs.

· Flexible working policy reflecting staff needs.

· In-house and external training opportunities.

Further details about STOP THE TRAFFIK can be found on website.

If you have the relevant experience, are highly resourceful, adaptable, pro-active, and a critical thinker able to work in a fast-paced environment, please send a CV and brief cover letter that evidences your ability to be successful in this role.

Only applications sent via email will be considered to ensure an equitable review process. The deadline to apply is Sunday 23rd November. Interviews will be held week commencing 24th November 2026

We cannot sponsor applicants at this time.

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1127321

About us

We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However, you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here. 

The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.

About the role

Do you live in the Kent, Sussex or Surrey area, have excellent local knowledge and the enthusiasm to build a fundraising patch?  

We’re launching a brand-new role focused on developing and nurturing meaningful relationships with new supporters. If you love connecting with people and want to make a difference for people affected by breast cancer, we’d love to hear from you.

Initially offered as an 18-month contract (with the potential to become permanent), this position will play a key part in an exciting pilot programme designed to grow long-term income through a new, locally based relationship fundraising team.

The successful candidate will have the chance to work on a large-scale project supporting and growing Asda Tickled Pink, our award-winning partnership with Asda and CoppaFeel! which has already raised over £100 million. You’ll work directly with passionate colleagues across Asda stores in your region – driving new fundraising initiatives, inspiring communities and celebrating the incredible generosity of supporters.

This is your chance to build powerful local connections with new supporters – individuals, clubs and societies, and local businesses – and help develop a thriving network of people that share our mission.

About you

With good community fundraising experience, you bring enthusiasm, strong communication skills and a genuine interest in people and relationship building.

You’re proactive, organised and adaptable with a positive approach to trying new things. A natural collaborator, you have a flexible approach to your work and thrive in a busy environment.

You’re confident in approaching new contacts and are experienced in developing new relationships from scratch which have delivered income in both the short and long term. Your approach to supporter stewardship is best in class and you've proven that you can take the initiative to make ideas happen.

Alongside these skills and your previous experience, you have the passion that will help grow engagement and income in your region.

Job description and benefits

Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.

Primary location of role

This is a remote role, and the candidate will need to be based in the Kent, Sussex, or Surrey area. Regular travel will be required to meet supporters and visit Asda stores in your region, as well as occasional travel to our London office.

When applying

We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please contact the Breast Cancer Now recruitment team.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.

Closing date Tuesday 11 November 9am

Interview date 19, 20 November 2025

We reserve the right to close this advert early. Therefore, to avoid disappointment please submit your application as soon as possible, if you’re interested in this opportunity.

Purpose of the post

The Business Administrator will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of AHS. This position focuses on the practical delivery and coordination of operations including implementing processes, maintaining systems, and supporting teams to work efficiently to deliver a longitudinal study. Acting as a central point for administration, the postholder will help keep our operations organised, identify and escalate issues as they arise, and ensure that processes and activities run seamlessly across our remote organisation.

About Adolescent Health Study

The Adolescent Health Study (AHS) is an ambitious new UKRI-funded initiative to establish a prospective, longitudinal population study that will generate a globally leading open science data platform and research resource. AHS aims to recruit at least 100,000 young people from across the UK and to follow their mental and physical health and wellbeing over at least 10 years. It plans to collect data through questions and measures; to obtain bio-samples for a wide range of genomic and other high-throughput assays; and to capture linked data relevant to health and wellbeing from participants’ health, education and other administrative records. There will be a strong emphasis on engaging with and involving young people, schools, parents and other relevant stakeholders in the design and delivery of the study, as well as on including young people that represent as wide as possible a range of backgrounds, experiences and characteristics. AHS will focus on enabling a wide range of research, including studies of the critical biological and social developments that occur during the transition from childhood to adulthood and the determinants of both mental and physical health and wellbeing in adolescents and young adults.

Main responsibilities

 Operational Delivery and Implementation

· Provide hands-on support to teams and managers in rolling out new tools, systems and operational processes that are critical for the success of the longitudinal study

· Support the smooth, day-to-day running of business operations, ensuring tasks and processes are completed efficiently

· Identify operational issues or bottlenecks, propose practical solutions where appropriate, and escalate matters to the Business Manager

Administration and Systems Management

· Maintain and update shared digital platforms, databases and documents to ensure accuracy and compliance

· Manage administrative functions such as task tracking in a fully virtual environment

· Provide day-to-day administrative support including preparing, filing, archiving and retrieving documents

· Manage AHS central inbox(es) and escalate matters to the Business Manager as appropriate

Team Coordination and Support

· Coordinate meetings and workshops, including scheduling and logistics, for AHS team members and external parties as required

· Provide key administrative support during meetings, including business and study meeting minutes as required

People and HR Administration

· Support HR processes including onboarding, training coordination, and maintaining staff and contractor records

Knowledge, skills and experience Essential criteria

· Experience of working in a health and/or data research environment

· Qualified to A level or vocational qualifications, or equivalent, plus some experience in a relevant role

· Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of software

· Able to manage information electronically through databases and spreadsheets

· Excellent organisational and time management skills with the proven ability to prioritise and, at times under pressure, produce accurate work to deadlines

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to take ownership of problems and find solutions

· Understanding and experience of using project management tools and techniques

Desirable criteria

· Experience of working in an organisation in its infancy or a start-up

Dimensions

· This is expected to be a full-time post

· AHS is a national organisation, and our activities take place across the UK

· Flexible working will be required across several geographical locations in the UK

Application Process

This post is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and the post holder having the right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available). Please apply with a CV and a covering letter (of no more than two pages) explaining what you can bring to this role, and including your current salary.

The closing date for this position is EoD Sunday 16 November.

 Interviews are currently expected to be held during the week commencing 08 December 2025.

 Equal Opportunities Policy Statement

AHS is an equal opportunities employer, and as such aims to treat all employees, consultants and applicants fairly. AHS is an equal opportunities employer, and as such aims to treat all employees, consultants and applicants fairly. It is our policy to provide employment equality to all, irrespective of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Beyond these protected characteristics, we acknowledge the importance of socio-economic background, childcare and caring responsibilities, educational background, neurodiversity, and any other factors that shape an individual’s identity and opportunities. We strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to contribute fully.

Values

It is an exciting time for the Adolescent Health Study (AHS) as we establish our senior leadership team in 2025. As the senior executive team evolves, the AHS values will be grounded in inclusivity, integrity, accountability, and collaboration.

About us

We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However, you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here. 

The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services, and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.

About the role

Do you live in Birmingham, Coventry, or the surrounding area, have excellent local knowledge and the enthusiasm to build a fundraising patch?

We’re launching a brand-new role focused on developing and nurturing meaningful relationships with new supporters. If you love connecting with people and want to make a difference for people affected by breast cancer, we’d love to hear from you.

Initially offered as an 18-month contract (with the potential to become permanent), this position will play a key part in an exciting pilot programme designed to grow long-term income through a new, locally based relationship fundraising team.

The successful candidate will have the chance to work on a large-scale project supporting and growing Asda Tickled Pink, our award-winning partnership with Asda and CoppaFeel! which has already raised over £100 million. You’ll work directly with passionate colleagues across Asda stores in your region – driving new fundraising initiatives, inspiring communities, and celebrating the incredible generosity of supporters.

This is your chance to build powerful local connections with new supporters – individuals, clubs and societies, and local businesses – and help develop a thriving network of people that share our mission.

About you

With good community fundraising experience, you bring enthusiasm, strong communication skills and a genuine interest in people and relationship building.

You’re proactive, organised, and adaptable with a positive approach to trying new things. A natural collaborator, you have a flexible approach to your work and thrive in a busy environment.

You’re confident in approaching new contacts and are experienced in developing new relationships from scratch which have delivered income in both the short and long term. Your approach to supporter stewardship is best in class and you've proven that you can take the initiative to make ideas happen.

Alongside these skills and your previous experience, you have the passion that will help grow engagement and income in your region.

Job description and benefits

Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.

Primary location of role

This is a remote role, and the candidate will need to be based in Birmingham, Coventry, or the surrounding areas. Regular travel will be required to meet supporters and visit Asda stores in your region, as well as occasional travel to our London or Sheffield offices.

When applying

We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions, please contact the Breast Cancer Now recruitment team.

Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity, and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.

Closing date 9am Monday 10 November 2025

Interview date Tuesday 18 and Wednesday 19 November 2025

We reserve the right to close this advert early. Therefore, to avoid disappointment please submit your application as soon as possible if you’re interested in this opportunity.

Join Barnardo's North West Fostering Service as a Supervising Social Worker

Barnardo's is one of the UK's leading children's charities, and our North West Fostering Service is committed to providing safe, nurturing, and supportive homes for children and young people. We are now seeking a passionate and skilled Supervising Social Worker to join our dedicated team.
 

About the Role

As a Supervising Social Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting foster carers to provide high-quality care. You will:

• Supervise, support, and develop foster carers to ensure the best outcomes for children.
• Undertake assessments of prospective foster carers.
• Contribute to the matching process and foster home stability.
• Work collaboratively with children, families, carers, and professionals.
• Maintain accurate and timely records in line with regulatory requirements.
• Delivering training to foster carers
   

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who is:

• A qualified Social Worker (DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent) registered with Social Work England.
• Experienced in fostering or children's social care.
• Skilled in building strong, supportive relationships.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Able to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends.
   

Why Barnardo's?

• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Access to high-quality training and development.
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme.
• Opportunities to grow within a respected national charity.
   

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're passionate about improving the lives of children and supporting foster carers to thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
 

Pay & Reward Framework

We know that our colleagues go above and beyond in delivering our vital work, driven by their passion and commitment to Barnardo's values.  We also know that we can only realise our ambitions and achieve better outcomes for more children, thanks to the talent, hard work and creativity of our people. 

For all these reasons, we are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, to ensure it is fair, attractive and progressive, which was rolled out in April 2023. This is a positive change for the charity, and a part of our People & Culture Strategy. It will assist us in supporting colleagues to belong, thrive and grow in their colleague journey at Barnardo's and in time will offer clear routes of progression for colleagues in both their career and their pay. 

Whilst the full pay band and salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint between the minimum to mid-point of the pay band – this ensures that pay steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours.  More details on Barnardo's pay framework can be found upon application. 

Benefits

Workplace Offer: What it means for you

Our hybrid working initiative is based on trust, flexibility and empowerment. We understand our workplace offer means different things to different people, and we encourage those conversations. This may mean working at one of our stores, services, working at home, in the community, at one of our Collaboration Hubs or depending on the role any combination of these. Please read through the advert carefully to understand the remits of hybrid working that will be specific to the role.

• Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements.
• Annual Leave entitlement for full-time colleagues is 26 days per annum, increasing to 27 days per annum, after 3 years Barnardo's service, 29 days per annum, after 5 years Barnardo's service and 30 days per annum, after 7 years Barnardo's service. Those working less than full time are entitled to the same level of holiday pro rata
• The ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via our HolidayPlus scheme
• A host of family friendly leave options including company Maternity Paternity and Adoption pay; together with all family additional leave options
• Service related sick pay from day 1
• Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution from Barnardo's. Ability to pay via salary sacrifice to garner both tax and NI savings on your own contribution
• Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings for all staff contributing to our Group Personal Pension
• Cycle2work scheme
• Interest free season ticket loans
• Discounts and cashback from at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via our Benefit Portal
• 20% discount at Barnardo's stores
• Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc
• Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support
• Access to Barnardo's Learning and Development offer

*T&C's apply based on contract