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Chief Executive Officer - The Brain Charity

Location: Liverpool-based - occasional travel across Merseyside and the UK

Salary: circa £65,000 (+ 10% company pension on successful completion of probation)

Contract: permanent, full-time

Are you ready to lead a values-driven charity that supports people affected by neurological conditions and their families across Merseyside and nationally?

The Brain Charity is a Liverpool-based national charity supporting adults, children and their families affected by any of more than 600 neurological and related conditions. Since our roots in Merseyside community neurology (1992) we have grown a centre-based offer, hospital liaison roles and a national information, training and support service - from practical welfare and legal advice, counselling and rehabilitation (Neuro Gym) to peer connection via The Brain Food Café and employer/school training. We put lived experience, co-production and neuro-inclusive practice at the heart of everything we do.

As our next Chief Executive, you will:

• Strategic leadership: Develop and deliver a 5-year strategy and an operational plan with clear priorities that secures the charity’s long-term impact and sustainable growth.
• Values leadership: Model and embed the charity’s person-centred, inclusive and co-productive values across services and culture.
• Growth & income diversification: Lead development of diverse income streams - fundraising, legacies and commercial activity - to strengthen financial resilience.
• Partnerships & advocacy: Strengthen senior relationships with NHS partners, local authorities, commissioners and wider stakeholders; amplify the charity’s voice in neuro-health and community settings.
• Service quality & impact: Embed rigorous outcome measurement, quality assurance and contract compliance so our impact drives commissioning and service development.
• People leadership: Stabilise staff morale, lead and develop a high-performing Senior Leadership Team, and promote wellbeing and inclusive working practices.
• Governance & financial stewardship: Provide timely, high-quality reporting to the Board; oversee budgeting, forecasting and risk management to safeguard financial sustainability.

Who you are:

• An experienced Chief Executive or senior director with a minimum of three years’ experience at CEO or equivalent level.
• Proven track record of winning and managing commissioned contracts and delivering against local authority or health contracts.
• Skilled at building strategic partnerships and commanding credibility with senior stakeholders across health, local government and the voluntary sector.
• Confident at leading turnaround and financial sustainability work - experienced in budgeting, forecasting and making difficult decisions when needed.
• A values-led, collaborative leader with high emotional intelligence, resilience and a commitment to co-production and inclusion.

Why The Brain Charity?

• Lead a respected, person-centred organisation with a unique, wide-ranging offer across advice, emotional support, rehabilitation, social connection and national training.
• A high-impact role where you can stabilise the organisation, professionalise fundraising and scale services strategically.
• Liverpool-based centre with hybrid working and national reach - a chance to influence neuro-health practice and commissioning across the UK.

Please see the attached Recruitment Brief with details on how to apply.

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 10th November 2025

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

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Finance Business Partner to play a pivotal role in our Management Accounts in London

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

The role involves reporting and analysis by examining different business areas, producing reports for budget holders and the executive team, and presenting conclusions to support decision-making. Responsibilities include analyzing business performance on a monthly basis for specific areas, meeting regularly with strategic budget holders to review spending, highlighting underperforming areas, and supporting executive budget holders in implementing improvements. Reports will be prepared that link both financial and non-financial information.

In terms of budgeting, the role requires working with executive budget holders to develop annual budgets and monthly forecasts, with a strong understanding of the key drivers behind budget bids and forecasts. It also involves analyzing budgets and forecasts by area, explaining variances between actual, budgeted, and forecasted results, and writing monthly management accounts commentary for allocated areas.

For wider finance tasks, the role includes working closely with the finance team to connect customers to finance processes, supporting the simplification and streamlining of finance procedures, and understanding the broader business impact of spend, income, assets, liabilities, and reserves. Taking ownership of problems and driving them through to resolution is also a key expectation.

Additionally, the role contributes to special projects such as new bids, systems implementation, and chart of accounts design.

What do I need to bring with me?

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

Here's what the team will be looking for

You will be ACA, CIMA, ACCA qualified, or hold an equivalent qualification, with demonstrable post-qualification experience and continued professional development. You will be able to recognise the value in “data mined” information and inspire stakeholders to make effective use of it. You will also have strong knowledge of management information and integrated accounting systems, alongside expertise in budgeting and financial control techniques, with the ability to produce accurate monthly management accounts for defined business areas.

You will bring highly developed skills in financial system reporting, spreadsheet analysis, and database management, with the capability to link information from different sources to financial data. You will be committed to improving service delivery and able to perform effectively in a high-pressure environment with competing priorities. You will also have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong interdepartmental relationships and earn trust through a balance of assertiveness and diplomacy.

You will be able to analyse large volumes of data and draw clear, concise conclusions. You will have significant experience providing management information to clients or customers within tight deadlines, producing ad hoc reports with insightful analysis to support decision-making, and working with senior-level budget holders. You will also have experience in delivering excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders. Finally, you will demonstrate a strong set of soft skills including presentation, relationship building, negotiation, facilitation, and conflict resolution.

When will I be working?

You will be working Monday to Friday between 9am and 5.18pm

Interview Steps

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

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

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

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

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

We are a disability confident employer

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

Safeguarding Statement

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

Important Information for Candidates

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

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

Full time, permanent role
Between 30-40 hours depending on candidate

Appetite is an innovative model that empowers residents of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme to shape the creative activities they want to see in their communities and brings those ideas to life.  As Director, you’ll provide the strategic and producing leadership to turn these ideas into reality, working with artists, partners and local people to deliver bold projects. You’ll also be part of the New Vic Theatre’s Senior Leadership Team, helping shape the future of one of the UK’s most distinctive producing theatres.

This role calls for a leader deeply rooted and actively engaged with the communities of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme, with the vision and producing expertise to guide a nationally recognised programme that shows how culture, creativity and community can thrive together.

Deadline for receipt of applications is 12 noon on Monday 17 November 2025

For further details, including a full job description and how to apply, please visit the vacancies page of our website at the link provided.

The New Vic is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity in our workforce and positively encourage applicants from all sections of the community, particularly applicants under-represented across the arts workforce, including but not limited to, applicants with a disability, applicants who are LGBTQIA+, or applicants of African or Caribbean heritage, South, East and South-East Asian heritage or anyone who experiences racism.

Job Title: Solicitor / Senior Caseworker

Contract: Permanent. Full time or part time.

Responsible To: Legal Services Director

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum, dependant on qualifications and experience.

Location: An office base in Llandudno Junction, with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office and outreach work across Gwynedd and Ynys Mon.

About the role

North Wales Community Law is a charity established in 2023 that provides free legal advice to people in North Wales. We have a small team of caseworkers and we want to grow our team to enable us to support more people. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to contribute to our vision to make sure that everyone in North Wales has access to the services and expertise they need to uphold their rights, fight inequality and challenge injustice.

We are looking for a solicitor or experienced caseworker to provide specialist housing or family law casework and advice under the supervision of our Legal Services Director. Based in our offices in Llandudno Junction, the role will involve regular travel to community based outreach clinics in North Wales, particularly Gwynedd and Ynys Mon.

We are particularly keen to hear from people with experience of relevant Welsh housing legislation and qualified solicitors with experience of legally aided civil litigation.

Other benefits include 35 days annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays), company pension and a commitment to investing in your professional development. Wellbeing is a core value of North Wales Community Law, and we recognise that we all thrive when our needs are met. All staff have access to discounts, free financial and legal advice, and health and wellbeing support through our comprehensive employee assistance programme.

About North Wales Community Law

Our vision is that everyone in North Wales has access to the services and expertise they need to uphold their rights, fight inequality and challenge injustice.

North Wales Community Law is an independent, not-for-profit legal charity committed to alleviating poverty, promoting equality, and helping everyone create a fair and just society. We do this by providing free, community based legal advice on issues affecting the day to day lives of people living in North Wales, using the law as a tool for social change, and sharing knowledge and skills across the legal and charity sectors.

Since opening our doors in 2023 we’ve provided expert legal advice to people in need who would otherwise have no access to justice. We’ve formed innovative collaborations with grassroots organisations supporting individuals, and with national charities challenging public bodies.

We have established a national profile across Wales and the UK, championing the legal rights of people in North Wales who are marginalised through poverty, discrimination, or disadvantage. A recently awarded legal aid contract for housing and Welsh Government funding put us in a strong position to challenge injustice and inequality for the communities we serve.

Duties

• To provide legal advice and casework assistance and give appropriate advice and support to clients, managing your own caseload and making applications for public funding as required.
• To liaise with landlords’ and other parties’ representatives, solicitors, other agencies and groups as required.
• To ensure that all casework, advice, and assistance complies with the requirements of the organisation’s processes, accreditations and, where publicly funded, complies with the requirements of the Legal Aid Agency.
• To collate evidence and work in partnership with other advice providers locally and regionally to influence the development of policy and legislation in relation to housing and domestic abuse.
• To undertake outreach work, including liaising with local communities, delivering talks and presentations to groups, and visiting community settings as appropriate. Work from various locations as reasonably required.
• To inform and participate in our public legal education work, to promote North Wales Community Law and a rights-respecting culture in north Wales.
• To actively engage with local community groups and organisations, bringing together our experience, skills and knowledge with that of others, sharing learning wherever possible.
• To prepare reports on your own work for the information of the Trustee Board, funders and other stakeholders, as required.
• To actively contribute to internal meetings, including cascading learning.
• To attend appropriate training courses and maintain readership of relevant publications to maintain and develop professional expertise.
• To support your own and team’s wellbeing and encourage a positive working environment.
• To travel to other locations for the purposes of giving advice, advocacy or for training.
• To carry out a share of administrative tasks including those detailed in the organisation’s Quality Manual.
• To carry out such other duties as may be required.

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience of delivering housing or family law advice and complex casework - advising and supporting clients through the legal system
• Ability to manage a busy caseload, working under pressure and meeting deadlines.
• Experience of legal aid processes, meeting financial targets and time recording requirements using case management systems.
• Good organisational, prioritising and time management skills.
• Experience of team and multi-agency working.
• Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills including ability to communicate effectively with the organisation’s client group.
• Commitment to sharing learning, skills and knowledge.
• An understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, and its relevance to legal advice.
• Strong commitment to North Wales Community Law’s vision, mission and values.
• Excellent IT skills.

Desirable

• Experience of practicing housing law in Wales
• Experience of delivering advice in other areas of social welfare law
• Experience of civil litigation, representing clients in court
• Sound understanding of the SRA Professional Conduct Rules, SQM standards and Solicitor’s Accounts Rules and ability to apply them as necessary
• Experience of legal aid billing (including certificated work), and an understanding of optimising legal aid income
• Ability in written and spoken Welsh

To Apply

The deadline for applications is 5pm on Friday 14th November 2025.

First interviews will be held online, with second stage interviews in person

Please email, with the job title in the subject line, attaching:

• An up to date CV
• A covering letter, describing how your skills, qualities and experience meet the requirements set out in the Job Description
• A completed Equality Monitoring Form

We recognise the value of diverse perspectives in our work and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, communities, identities and experiences, including those with personal experience of the inequalities and injustices we seek to address. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role please email.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Teitl Swydd: Cyfreithiwr Tai / Uwch Weithiwr Achos

Contract: Parhaol. Llawn-amser neu ran-amser.

Atebol i: Cyfarwyddwr Gwasanaethau Cyfreithiol

Cyflog: £30,000 - £35,000 y flwyddyn, yn dibynnu ar gymwysterau a phrofiad.

Lleoliad: Mewn swyddfa yng Nghyffordd Llandudno, gydag o leiaf 3 diwrnod yr wythnos yn y swyddfa a gwaith allgymorth ar draws Gwynedd ac Ynys Môn.

Gwybodaeth am y swydd

Mae Cyfraith Gymunedol y Gogledd yn elusen a sefydlwyd yn 2023 i ddarparu cyngor cyfreithiol am ddim i bobl yng Ngogledd Cymru. Mae gennym dîm bach o weithwyr achos, ac rydym eisiau tyfu ein tîm er mwyn i ni allu cefnogi mwy o bobl. Dyma gyfle cyffrous i rywun sydd eisiau cyfrannu at ein gweledigaeth i wneud yn siŵr bod pawb yng Ngogledd Cymru yn gallu cael gafael ar y gwasanaethau a'r arbenigedd sydd eu hangen arnynt i gynnal eu hawliau, i frwydro yn erbyn anghydraddoldeb, ac i herio anghyfiawnder.

Rydym yn chwilio am gyfreithiwr neu weithiwr achos profiadol i ddarparu gwaith achos a chyngor arbenigol ynglŷn â thai neu gyfraith teulu dan oruchwyliaeth ein Cyfarwyddwr Gwasanaethau Cyfreithiol. Bydd y swydd wedi'i lleoli yn ein swyddfeydd yng Nghyffordd Llandudno, a bydd angen teithio'n rheolaidd i glinigau allgymorth yn y gymuned yng Ngogledd Cymru, yn enwedig yng Ngwynedd ac Ynys Môn.

Rydym yn arbennig o awyddus i glywed gan bobl sydd â phrofiad o ddeddfwriaeth dai berthnasol yng Nghymru a chyfreithwyr cymwys sydd â phrofiad o ymgyfreitha sifil gyda chymorth cyfreithiol.

Mae buddion eraill yn cynnwys 35 diwrnod o wyliau blynyddol pro rata (gan gynnwys gwyliau banc), pensiwn cwmni ac ymrwymiad i fuddsoddi yn eich datblygiad proffesiynol. Mae llesiant yn un o werthoedd craidd Cyfraith Gymunedol y Gogledd, ac rydym yn cydnabod ein bod ni i gyd yn ffynnu pan fydd ein hanghenion yn cael eu diwallu. Mae’r holl staff yn gallu cael gafael ar ostyngiadau, cyngor ariannol a chyfreithiol am ddim, a chymorth iechyd a llesiant drwy ein rhaglen gynhwysfawr o gymorth i weithwyr.

Cefndir Cyfraith Gymunedol y Gogledd

Ein gweledigaeth yw bod gan bawb yng Ngogledd Cymru fynediad at y gwasanaethau a’r arbenigedd sydd eu hangen arnynt i gynnal eu hawliau, brwydro yn erbyn anghydraddoldeb a herio anghyfiawnder.

Mae Cyfraith Gymunedol y Gogledd yn elusen annibynnol, nid er elw, sy’n ymroddedig i drechu tlodi, hyrwyddo cydraddoldeb, a helpu pawb i greu cymdeithas sy’n fwy teg a chyfiawn. Rydym yn gwneud hyn drwy ddarparu cyngor cyfreithiol yn rhad ac am ddim yn y gymuned ynghylch materion sy’n effeithio ar fywydau bob dydd pobl sy’n byw yng Ngogledd Cymru, gan ddefnyddio'r gyfraith fel dull o greu newid cymdeithasol, a rhannu gwybodaeth a sgiliau ar draws y sectorau cyfreithiol ac elusennol.

Ers agor ein drysau yn 2023 rydym wedi darparu cyngor cyfreithiol arbenigol i bobl mewn angen na fyddai ganddynt fynediad at gyfiawnder fel arall. Rydym wedi ffurfio partneriaethau cydweithio arloesol gyda sefydliadau llawr gwlad sy’n cefnogi unigolion, a gydag elusennau cenedlaethol sy’n herio cyrff cyhoeddus.

Rydym wedi sefydlu proffil cenedlaethol ar draws Cymru a’r DU, gan hyrwyddo hawliau cyfreithiol pobl yng Ngogledd Cymru sydd ar ymylon cymdeithas oherwydd tlodi, gwahaniaethau, neu anfantais. Mae contract cymorth cyfreithiol a ddyfarnwyd yn ddiweddar ar gyfer tai a chyllid Llywodraeth Cymru yn ein rhoi mewn sefyllfa gref i herio anghyfiawnder ac anghydraddoldeb ar gyfer y cymunedau rydym yn eu gwasanaethu.

Manyleb y Person

Hanfodol

• Profiad o ddarparu cyngor a gwaith achos ym maes tai neu gyfraith teulu - gan gynghori a chefnogi cleientiaid drwy’r system gyfreithiol.
• Gallu rheoli llwyth achosion prysur, gweithio dan bwysau a chwrdd â therfynau amser.
• Profiad o brosesau cymorth cyfreithiol, cyflawni targedau ariannol a gofynion cofnodi amser gan ddefnyddio systemau rheoli achosion.
• Sgiliau trefnu, blaenoriaethu a rheoli amser da.
• Profiad o waith amlasiantaethol a gweithio mewn tîm.
• Sgiliau gwrando, llafar ac ysgrifenedig rhagorol, gan gynnwys y gallu i gyfathrebu'n effeithiol â grŵp cleientiaid y sefydliad.
• Ymrwymiad i rannu dysgu, sgiliau a gwybodaeth.
• Ymrwymiad i gydraddoldeb, amrywiaeth a chynhwysiant, a dealltwriaeth ohonynt, a sut maent yn berthnasol i gyngor cyfreithiol.
• Ymrwymiad cryf i weledigaeth, cenhadaeth a gwerthoedd Cyfraith Gymunedol y Gogledd.
• Sgiliau TG ardderchog.

Dymunol

• Profiad o ymarfer cyfraith tai yng Nghymru
• Profiad o ddarparu cyngor mewn rannau eraill o gyfraith lles cymdeithasol
• Profiad o ymgyfreitha sifil, gan gynrychioli cleientiaid yn y llys
• Dealltwriaeth gadarn o Reolau Ymddygiad Proffesiynol yr Awdurdod Rheoleiddio Cyfreithwyr (SRA), safonau’r SQM a Rheolau Cyfrifon y Cyfreithiwr, a’r gallu i’w cymhwyso yn ôl yr angen.
• Profiad o filio am gymorth cyfreithiol (gan gynnwys gwaith ardystiedig), a dealltwriaeth o optimeiddio incwm cymorth cyfreithiol.
• Gallu siarad ac ysgrifennu Cymraeg

I Wneud Cais

Y dyddiad cau ar gyfer ceisiadau yw 5pm ddydd Gwener 14 Tachwedd 2025.

Bydd y cyfweliadau cyntaf yn cael eu cynnal ar-lein, gyda chyfweliadau’r ail gam yn cael eu cynnal wyneb yn wyneb.

Anfonwch e-bost gyda theitl y swydd yn y llinell pwnc, ac atodi:

• CV cyfredol
• Llythyr eglurhaol yn disgrifio sut mae eich sgiliau, eich rhinweddau a'ch profiad yn bodloni'r gofynion a nodir yn y Disgrifiad o’r Swydd
• Ffurflen Monitro Cydraddoldeb wedi'i llenwi

Rydym yn gwerthfawrogi safbwyntiau amrywiol yn ein gwaith ac yn annog ymholiadau a cheisiadau gan bobl o bob cefndir, cymuned, hunaniaeth a phrofiad, gan gynnwys y rhai sydd â phrofiad uniongyrchol o’r anghydraddoldebau a’r anghyfiawnderau yr ydym yn ceisio mynd i’r afael â nhw. Os oes angen unrhyw addasiadau rhesymol arnoch fel rhan o’r broses recriwtio, rhowch wybod i ni drwy anfon e-bost.

Os ydych chi eisiau sgwrs anffurfiol am y swydd, anfoniwch e-bo.

Gan edrych ymlaen at glywed oddi wrthych.

Are you a proactive person looking for a schedule that offers unique flexibility in Bristol?

We are looking for people to join our Bristol Women’s Pathway in the role of Night Concierge (*women only).

Managed in partnership by St Mungo’s and Next Link, Respite Rooms is a 12-month pilot offering short-stay, trauma-informed accommodation for women with complex needs fleeing or at risk of domestic and gender-based violence.

You will be joining a busy service working as a Night Concierge, you will:

• Provide a first point of contact and safeguarding to clients at night.
• Be responsible for dealing with emergencies, undertaking regular health and safety checks on patrols and through monitoring the CCTV system.
• Report incidents or maintenance issues and communicate any concerns or events to the rest of the team.
• This is a lone-working night role, with support available through an on-call system to ensure guidance and assistance is always accessible when needed.

Typical schedule: A rolling night shift rota, including weekends and bank holidays, usually around 9pm-7.30am with 3-4 days off.

About you

This is a great role to learn about working in the charity sector, many of our specialist workers and managers developed a career after starting in Night Concierge roles.

• You don’t need loads of experience; but some time working or volunteering in a similar environment and an understanding of the issues that affect vulnerable women who may have complex needs will be beneficial. 
• You should have good communication and basic IT skills with the ability to keep records and follow procedures.
• The ability to stay alert and awake during your shift, and work independently.
• Using your initiative to remain calm to identify the appropriate action to take in various situations.

If you think you could interact with clients in a positive and friendly manner throughout the night and be passionate about working in a service that supports vulnerable women, we encourage you to apply!

*For posts in our Women’s service for genuine occupational requirement reasons we are looking to appoint a female only for these posts (exemption under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9). 

How to apply

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.

Closing date: 10 am on 10 November 2025

Interview and assessments on: 25-26 November 2025

St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
• Great Pay and Other Benefits

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

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

The role involves supporting service users from referral through admission, ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met while collaborating with clinical teams for smooth transitions. Staff provide activities and interventions to help reduce crises, identify triggers, and create safety plans that promote mental health and prevent hospital admissions. One-on-one sessions are conducted to develop wellness recovery action plans, set SMART goals, and build social networks, alongside practical life skills training such as food preparation. Staff also liaise with statutory and voluntary agencies, deliver post-admission welfare support, and maintain high living standards between admissions, all while engaging in professional development to address challenges like self-harm and substance use.

The position emphasizes teamwork, co-production, and administrative duties. Staff collaborate with Recovery Workers and management to deliver a team-based approach, promote services, and support user engagement in peer-led activities and forums. They are responsible for maintaining accurate service user records, monitoring service upkeep, ensuring health and safety compliance, and working with multi-agency providers under governance protocols. Additionally, they contribute to developing service standards, follow policies and legislation, report maintenance issues, and undertake additional duties as required, always upholding health and safety rules and procedures.

What do I need to bring with me?

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

Here's what the team will be looking for

The role requires demonstrable experience supporting people with mental health and complex needs, along with a strong understanding of recovery approaches and co-production. Staff should be able to design and deliver activities that reduce anxiety, build confidence, and support individuals in creating their own recovery journeys. This includes engaging service users in assessments, co-producing and reviewing support and safety plans, and maintaining accurate monitoring records for internal use and external reporting. A good knowledge of legislation, including welfare reform, the Care Act, and housing pathways, is essential, as well as the ability to handle financial transactions accurately and use IT systems, including MS Office and case management tools.

Flexibility and resilience are also key, with the need to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, while maintaining high service standards in unpredictable or challenging situations. The role requires excellent stakeholder relationship skills and the motivation to deliver consistent, high-quality support. An understanding of basic building safety issues and the ability to identify repairs is desirable. Overall, the position combines strong technical knowledge, administrative accuracy, and interpersonal skills to ensure effective support and recovery-focused care for service users.

Interview Steps

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

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

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

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

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

We are a disability confident employer

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

Safeguarding Statement

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

Important Information for Candidates

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

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

The Organisation

This is a well-established national charity with an income in excess of £100 million, playing a vital role in supporting people affected by a major health condition. The organisation is values-driven, impact-focused, and undergoing continuous improvement in its financial operations. The Finance & Assurance directorate is a trusted partner across the charity, enabling better decision-making through high-quality financial insight and compliance.

The Job

As Financial Accountant, you'll lead a small team and report to the Head of Financial Accounting. You'll be responsible for producing accurate financial statements, managing audit deliverables, ensuring compliance with charity and company law, and driving improvements in financial processes and reporting. This is a hands-on technical role with leadership responsibilities, requiring collaboration across finance, systems, and planning teams to deliver a seamless finance function.

Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing statutory accounts and technical accounting adjustments
- Leading year-end processes and audit engagement
- Ensuring compliance with VAT, Corporation Tax, and Gift Aid
- Driving system and process improvements
- Supporting and developing Associate Accountants

The Person

You'll be a qualified (or part-qualified with suitable experience) accountant with strong technical expertise in SORP/FRS102 and experience in a large, complex organisation. You'll bring a track record of producing high-quality financial reports, managing audits, and improving performance through data and collaboration.We're looking for someone who:

- Communicates confidently with senior stakeholders
- Builds high-performing, accountable teams
- Is resilient, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement
- Works collaboratively across departments and disciplines
- Champions inclusion and values-driven leadership

What's in it for You?

- A meaningful role in a purpose-led organisation making a real difference - Remote working with occasional office attendance
- Competitive salary in the region of £50,000-£55,000
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with service
- Up to 8% employer pension contribution
- Life assurance and income protection
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
- Season ticket loan and cycle-to-work scheme
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- A collaborative, high-support environment focused on learning and impact

What to Do Now

If you're a technically strong accountant who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment, I'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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We are The Bike Project, a charity that collects second-hand bikes, refurbishes them and donates them to refugees and people seeking asylum in the UK. That brings better health, freedom and independence to people rebuilding their lives in the UK. That’s vital when many are living on less than £10 a week.

A bike links people to essential services, including foodbanks and legal advice, as well as the local community. 

About Us

The Bike Project is an award-winning charity which refurbishes second hand bikes and donates them to refugees.  We were founded in 2013 by, Jem Stein, after he struck up a friendship and found a bike for Adam, a Darfuri refugee who had fled his home in Sudan after war broke out.

The Bike Project has grown into a national operation with new CEO, hundreds of volunteers, a team of 20 committed staff, roadshows in different cities, an online shop and two workshops, one in the capital and one in Birmingham.

To date we have supported over 15,000 refugees and people seeking asylum by giving them a second-hand bike. In addition, we have supported hundreds through our programmes designed to build confidence and build friendships in the local community.

Duites and Responsibilities

This role oversees the securing and reporting of our Trusts and Foundation income, including working closely with colleagues to develop relevant, impactful and deliverable funding proposals and coordinate the stewardship of key trust and foundation relationships.

The role works closely with all colleagues to ensure a joined-up approach to income generation across the charity and our different supporter groups. 

Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in preparing and submitting successful funding applications and proposals to charitable trusts and foundations, with a track record of securing five and six figure gifts, ideally within the refugee’s sector. You will have experience of working with, and applying for funding from, some of the larger grant organisations.

You will be experienced in identifying suitable prospects, developing pipelines, and managing funder relationships, adopting a strategic approach when working with colleagues across the organisation.

Location

This is a hybrid role, working from home with one day per week in either our London or Birmingham office. The salary is £42,000 for Birmingham-based employees and £45,000 for London-based employees, reflecting the London Living Wage adjustment

Benefits and Perks 

As a small and agile charity, we thrive on creativity and are quick to implement fresh ideas. You’ll have the chance to witness the tangible difference your work makes through regular donation sessions at our London and Birmingham workshops.

At The Bike Project, we offer a fantastic benefits package, including:

· Extended family leave

· 25 days of annual leave (increasing with each year of service)

· Access to the Reward Hub

· An Employee Assistance Programme

· A pilot scheme for a nine-day fortnight currently underway

We warmly welcome applications from disabled and global majority candidates, as well as individuals with lived experience of the refugee or asylum system.

Application Process

To apply, please submit a CV and a short cover letter. Interviews will take place in two stages.. Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a short task. Only successful candidates will progress to the second stage. Closing date: 09/11

Rotherham Hospital & Community Charity is looking for a passionate, dynamic Fundraising & Engagement Coordinator to drive income, awareness, and engagement across the Trust and wider Rotherham community. This is your chance to take ownership, develop innovative fundraising ideas, and champion the Charity at events, with donors, corporate partners, schools, and NHS staff.

You’ll play a key role in embedding fundraising across the Trust, leading staff campaigns, ambassador programmes, and high-profile events. The role also involves volunteer engagement and supporter care, ensuring every interaction inspires and maximises impact.

This is a visible, influential role for a results-driven fundraiser who thrives on creativity, innovation, and making a real difference to patients, staff, and the Rotherham community. Travel across the region and occasional attendance at external sites are required.

Key information

Location: Manchester, Bristol, Newcastle, Nottingham, or London

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full time)

Start date: ASAP (we are happy to work with notice periods)

Duration: Permanent

Salary: £31,830 - £35,280 per annum if based in London. £29,175 - £32,625 per annum if based in Bristol, Manchester, Newcastle or Nottingham, plus a £312 yearly tax-free work from home allowance.

Application deadline: 12 noon, Monday 10th November 2025

The application for this role will consist of a written application; a telephone interview; and an Assessment Centre (via Zoom).

Assessment Centres will take place week commencing 1st December and will consist of an interview and a task relating to the role.

About upReach 

Do you think that your socio-economic background should determine your career prospects?

upReach’s vision is of a society in which everybody has an equal opportunity to realise their full career potential. Our work is important because right now a student from disadvantaged background who gains a first-class degree from a top university is less likely to secure an elite job than a more privileged student with a 2.2. 

We are an award-winning charity employer working to address this issue in partnership with employers and universities. We help undergraduates from lower socioeconomic backgrounds achieve their career potential by providing an intensive programme of support that addresses socio-economic barriers to graduate employment. 

To find out more about our work, visit our website and read our Annual Report, and Impact Report. 

ROLE SUMMARY

This role will be pivotal in devising, executing, and evaluating impactful marketing and communication strategies that resonate with key audiences and advance upReach's mission of transforming social mobility in the UK. The successful candidate will split their time between PR and external affairs (50%) and marketing campaign development and delivery (50%), with flexibility to adjust based on organisational priorities.

Reporting to the Senior Marketing and Communications Manager, and closely collaborating with the Junior Marketing and Communications Manager on specific projects, focussed on increasing press coverage, creating compelling marketing materials, and delivering impactful campaigns. You will work closely with the wider team to ensure all communications align with upReach’s brand, with the ultimate aim of championing upReach's mission to transform social mobility in the UK. You will also support upReach in fulfilling our 2024-27 strategic objectives.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

PR, External Affairs & Policy:

• PR Strategy: Contribute to the development and implementation of a PR strategy to raise awareness of upReach and the cause of social mobility, secure new partners/funders, and attract student applicants. 

• Media Content: Create press releases, opinion pieces, blogs and research that reflect the charity’s policy positions on key social mobility issues, and keep upReach website up to date with the latest coverage and articles. 

• Impact Monitoring: Track and quality score incoming press coverage to analyse performance and adjust strategies based on incoming insights, pro-actively securing additional backlinks.

• External Stakeholder Management: Help respond to incoming media inquiries, ensuring timely responses and distribution of materials. Cultivate relationships with journalists, media outlets, influencers, other social mobility organisations, and other key stakeholders to expand upReach’s visibility, updating the CRM and journalist database accordingly.

• Media, Policy and Research Monitoring: Track and respond to relevant social mobility and education-related policy changes in the UK, ensuring upReach has an active voice in these discussions where appropriate and disseminating key updates to the wider team. 

• Award Submissions: Support the identification and submission of high-quality award entries to build upReach’s profile across key target sectors.

• Crisis Communications: Support in the preparation of responses to any external inquiries or crises, ensuring upReach’s reputation is protected.

• Patron and Ambassador Research: Assist in the research of potential high-profile ambassadors for upReach, ensuring they align with our mission and values.

Marketing Campaigns:

• Student Attraction: Support the delivery of upReach’s student attraction strategy to raise awareness of upReach amongst eligible undergraduate students.

• Campaign Support: Assist in the planning and execution of multi-channel marketing campaigns that drive engagement with beneficiaries, partners, donors, and funders.

• Content Creation: Work closely with the marketing team to produce compelling digital and print content, including case studies, social media posts/templates, blogs, email campaigns, videos and more.

• Brand Consistency: Assist in reviewing external-facing materials to ensure they align with upReach’s brand guidelines, tone of voice, and key messages. Act in a consulting role to support the successful delivery of Associate-focussed communications. 

• Marketing Asset Management: Maintain a comprehensive inventory of marketing materials, ensuring resources remain up-to-date and relevant, while monitoring distribution amongst the team.

• Monitoring and Evaluation: Assist in reporting on the success of campaigns using tools like Google Analytics and social media insights.

• Collaborative Marketing: Collaborate with other charities, higher education institutions, and student societies, to develop co-marketing opportunities that expand programme reach among target student audiences.

Other responsibilities:

• Manage the External Affairs rotation to help one member of the Future Charity Leaders Programme (FCLP), upReach’s internal graduate scheme, to learn more about this area of the charity.

• Continue to develop skills, knowledge and best practice that will enable you to excel in the role, including training on pitching to the media, crafting compelling content and building press relationships.

• Undertake other marketing, communications or administrative tasks that are required within this role.

Please note that it is not possible for the job description to cover the exhaustive list of responsibilities of your role due to the varied nature of the role. The job description aims to provide an overview of your remit. 

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

We are looking for someone who is passionate about social mobility and believe that background should not be a barrier to graduate employment. 

To be successful, you would ideally have experience in marketing and communications, particularly in executing PR and policy strategies, facilitating media relations and/or running successful communications campaigns. While not required, experience within a charity, social impact or education-focused organisation would also be highly beneficial for this role.

Required skills:

• Written Communication: Ability to write in a clear and persuasive way that breaks down complex issues into digestible content (e.g. press releases, social media posts and newsletters). Excellent verbal communication for networking, media relations, and public speaking.

• Creativity and Storytelling: Strong creative flair to develop engaging content and narrative that resonate with different audiences across digital and traditional platforms.

• Media Knowledge: Good understanding of the media landscape, with experience in managing media contacts, securing coverage, and building relationships with the press.

• Attention-to-Detail: Strong eye for detail, including excellent proofreading and editing skills, to ensure high-quality, error-free content.

• Brand Awareness: Understanding of how to promote and protect upReach’s brand reputation and the importance of maintaining brand-compliant messaging across all platforms.

• Project Management: Strong organisational and project management skills, with experience handling multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously. Ability to quickly adapt to changing situations, including responding to media inquiries or handling unexpected challenges.

• Pro-activity: A proactive attitude and an ability to suggest, research and implement new ideas to achieve our organisational objectives. 

Desirable (Not Required) Experience:

• Hands-on experience with some or all of the following tools/software:

  • G-suite

  • Zoom

  • Canva or similar design software.

  • Mailchimp or similar email marketing software.

  • Website content management systems (CMS).

  • Bigin, Zoho or similar customer relationship management tools (CRMs).

  • Trello

• Knowledge of GDPR compliance.

• Knowledge of regulations around charity communications, including compliance with data protection laws and ethical storytelling.

COMPETENCIES

In general, Senior Officer level involves you demonstrating more leadership capabilities than in an entry-level position. This includes having ownership of a new area (press/PR), and demonstrating an ability to informally lead and have positive influence on the wider team. We will be looking for you to demonstrate that you can plan ahead, proactively anticipate upcoming projects or risks, and problem solve independently.

Please see below a summary of the key competencies required for this role:

• Motivation (2) - Shows self-motivation to increase upReach’s impact, and develops an understanding of team strengths in order to provide support to the wider team where needed.

• Leadership (2) - Takes responsibility for leading on set projects, creating a supportive environment for any others’ working on the project, and inspiring the wider team by keeping them informed on progress.

• Continuous improvement (2) - Pursues this continuously, focusing on developing specific skills needed in your own role, actively implementing any learnings from training, and measuring your own performance.

• Planning and organising (2) - Organising own work effectively, including scheduling, prioritising, setting and communicating realistic timeframes, and negotiating successfully when faced with multiple requests / working on collaborative tasks.

• Problem solving & decision making (2) - Being the key problem solver within area of responsibility, using experience to analyse problems from different angles, including getting input from others, asking questions and using data before making decisions

• Innovative (2) - Proactively suggestions to improve team’s current working methods, applying own knowledge and expertise to solutions

• Management (2) (rotations)- Able to give clear instruction and lets people know what’s expected of them in collaborative work or in area of leadership, and able to manage partnerships / external relationships effectively

• Commitment to social mobility (2) - Has developed an advanced understanding of social mobility and complex concepts within the field, and can articulate upReach’s role within this to external stakeholders

• Communication (3) - Express ideas effectively and sensitively, confidently handling challenging conversations, and leading meetings and sessions where appropriate.

Team Culture & Benefits: 

We offer: 

• Flexible and hybrid working.

• Statutory Holiday Entitlement of 25 days and bank holidays. This increases to 2 additional days after 2.5 years and then to 3 additional days after 5 years of working with us. 

• Birthday leave and Voluntary leave

• Enhanced Parental Leave beyond statutory requirements for all team members. 

• 3% Pension Contribution, which increased to 5% after 5 years of working with us. 

• Cycle-to-work scheme.

• Monthly socials and annual wellbeing days

• Dedication to Staff Wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aid Training. 

• Personal Development Budget, activated after 6 months in the role.

• The opportunity to participate in our fantastic staff networks: 

  • Disability and Inclusion Network

  • Diverse Roots Network 

  • Green Network 

  • LGBTQ+ Network

  • Mindfulness Network

  • Parents and Carers Network 

Ready to apply?

We are committed to making our recruitment process inclusive. All applications will be blind screened, and our job packs are available in Braille, large text or another format upon request. We can provide reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment application process and on the job, and we'll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible.

Applications close on Monday 10th November at 12:00 noon.

Equal Opportunities

At upReach, we are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, social background or any other protected class. We celebrate and value the diverse perspectives that people from all backgrounds bring to our team. We are passionate about creating a workplace that is inclusive and reflects the diversity of communities across the UK. Thus, we encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian and other ethnic minority backgrounds, those with disabilities, those who are care-experienced, those from low socio-economic backgrounds, and those who are LGBTQIA+.

Who we’re looking for 

We’re looking for an exceptional Director of Fundraising and Communication who will lead our fundraising and communications with vision and purpose, helping us grow our reach, deepen our impact and amplify our voice. You’ll be joining a people-centred, mission-driven team, united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful difference. At a time when vulnerable young people face increasing challenges, our work has never been more urgent. If you’re motivated by impact and driven by purpose, this is a good opportunity to contribute to lasting change. 

You will be stepping into a well-established and highly effective organisation, but one that remains energised by innovation and continuous improvement. We actively welcome fresh thinking and new approaches that help us evolve and enhance our work. 

What will you do? 

This is a pivotal moment to join JET as we build on fourteen years of impact and enter a new chapter in our journey. We have ambitious plans to expand our reach and influence, and we’re seeking someone who can help us strengthen our funding base and sharpen our message. 

Reporting directly to the CEO, you will lead and develop our fundraising team, shaping a cross-stream strategy and an integrated communications plan. You’ll be responsible for setting the strategic direction for fundraising, communications and events across the organisation. By doing so you will raise JET’s national profile, grow our supporter base and significantly increase income to support programme expansion. 

You’ll bring strong experience across multiple fundraising streams, with a proven track record of securing significant multi-year funding and building lasting relationships with funders—both individuals and organisations. Alongside leading our fundraising efforts, you’ll take ownership of our brand, ensuring clarity and consistency in our messaging, helping partners tell our story, and securing positive media coverage. 

You’ll lead the development of campaigns, fundraising and marketing activities, and digital engagement that not only enhance our national profile but also drive supporter engagement and income growth.

This is a home-based role, with travel required to and within the regions where we operate, including attendance at key events. 

About you 

You will provide strategic leadership across fundraising, communications, marketing and events. Your work will be closely aligned with JET’s five-year strategy, enabling continued growth in funding and programme delivery. 

You’ll bring a wealth of experience in leading fundraising and communications at a strategic level, with a strong understanding of the sector and a track record of securing and sustaining major gifts and partnerships. You’ll be adept at managing integrated campaigns across multiple channels and growing income through sustainable funding models. 

Your leadership style will be collaborative and empowering, with the ability to build high-performing teams and foster a culture of accountability and innovation. You’ll be a confident communicator, able to inspire and influence, with excellent relationship-building skills and a strategic mindset. 

Above all, you’ll be passionate about JET’s mission to empower young people facing adversity. You’ll be a credible ambassador, committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and driven by the desire to make a meaningful difference. 

Across the JET team we cultivate a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better outcomes for our young people. We welcome applicants whatever your background and whatever your stage in life, so if you are returning to the workforce after a period away, or even seeking a change of pace, please get in touch.  

About the Jon Egging Trust (JET)

At JET, we support vulnerable young people to get back on track and realise their potential; more than 45,000 young people right across the UK to date, and there’s so much more we can do. We’re an organisation that really values its people and we’re immensely proud that our team culture is based on caring and raising each other up.

Our benefits package includes:

• Flexible working

• Enhanced annual leave

• Homeworking allowance 

• Occupational pension scheme

• Occupational sickness scheme

• Special paid leave provision

• Enhanced family leave 

Download the Candidate Information Pack

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Child and adult at risk protection policy statement 

The Jon Egging Trust is committed to providing a safe and positive environment for everyone involved in its services and activities. The Trust takes its extended moral and legal duty of care very seriously in relation to children, young people, staff and volunteers. We seek to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children and to protect them from harm or abuse when they engage in any of our activities. JET expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees or volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. 

To apply 

Please complete our online application form.

The closing date is 16th November 2025 at [23:30].

Interview Process 

• First-round interviews: Monday 24th November (online) 

• Meet the team task and fireside chat: Thursday 27th November 

• Final interview (in person, London): Monday 1st December 

Questions? 

Contact us through our website. 

Please note:

Due to our anonymised recruitment process, if your application is not shortlisted, we are unable to provide personalised feedback. 

To become an employee at JET, you must be able to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK and a satisfactory DBS check – enhanced with children's barred is required for this role. As part of our recruitment process, we want to make clear that we are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position. 

As part of our safer recruitment process, all candidates invited to a final interview will also be required to complete a confidential self-disclosure form, which allows any relevant information to be discussed in line with our safeguarding policy. 

We also reserve the right to cancel the final stage of interview on 1st December if candidate does not meet expectations at this stage. 

Barnardo's is offering an exciting opportunity to join the Essex Child and Family Wellbeing Services (ECFWS) as a Finance and Quality Administrator. We're looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to provide efficient support across financial and quality-related administrative processes.

This is a hybrid role, but candidates must be based in Essex, as regular on-site meetings within the Essex remit are required. A full UK driving licence, access to a car, and business-use insurance are essential.

Some of the Key Responsibilities:

• Record and process expenditure invoices and purchase order requests.
• Monitor income and expenditure against budget.
• Purchase items/services and ensure accurate logging of transactions and receipts.
• Support service leads with end-of-year budgets and financial reporting.
• Manage grant applications and community development funds.
• Maintaining, updating and compliancy tracking for quality-related documentation inc. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Smart Sheets
• Supporting health & safety processes and audits
• Processing and administration of DBS checks

What we are looking for:

• Experience working with financial systems and managing budgets, income, and expenditure.
• Proven background in finance, accounting, or business administration—ideally within the charity or healthcare sector.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and produce clear reports.
• Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills with a focus on accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Before applying, please refer to the Job Description and Additional Information Sheet to support your application.

If this sounds like the right fit for you, 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

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Community Engagement Coordinator to play a pivotal role in our Complex Needs Service in Barnet.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

To provide high quality support as a non-clinical member of NHS' multidisciplinary Community Mental Health Team​ (CMHT) to an allocated group of adult service users (18+) with moderate to severe mental illness within the​community. To carry out duties in line with Hestia's and North London Mental Health Partnership (NLMHP)'s policies
and procedures.

What do I need to bring with me?

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

Here's what the team will be looking for:

You bring a solid foundation in mental health care, supported by an NVQ Level 4 in Care (or equivalent) or at least two years' experience in the field. You have a strong understanding of mental health issues, recovery principles, and co-production, empowering individuals to take an active role in their care.

You work collaboratively with professionals, services, and communities, applying your knowledge of care planning, risk assessment, recovery tools, and the Mental Health Act to provide safe and effective support.

With excellent communication and relationship-building skills, you engage confidently with clients and colleagues, and your ability to facilitate groups encourages peer connection and shared recovery. You thrive both independently and in a team, maintaining professionalism in fast-paced settings.

Proficient in IT and electronic case management, you ensure accurate, efficient record-keeping. Your resilience, adaptability, and clear professional boundaries enable you to handle complex situations effectively. Above all, you are committed to person-centred, trauma-informed practice, providing compassionate and respectful support to every individual.

When will I be working?

You will be working Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00 39 hours a week 

Interview Steps

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

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

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

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

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

We are a disability confident employer

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

Safeguarding Statement

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

Important Information for Candidates

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

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

Chief Executive Officer – St Luke’s Community Centre

Location: London EC1V (on-site presence required)

Salary: Between £95,000 - £105,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Are you ready to guide St Luke’s Community Centre - south Islington’s 500-year-old community hub - into its next era of intergenerational community impact?

About St Luke’s

St Luke’s Community Centre traces its roots back over 500 years, stewarding ancient parish endowments to relieve poverty in our defined area of benefit. In 1982 we opened our purpose-built home on Central Street. In 2019 we transformed from an over-55s’ welfare organisation into a vibrant, intergenerational hub. Our programme of over 100 weekly activities has grown year-on-year, and we’ve become the first organisation in Islington to achieve the trusted standard benchmark. Our already strong reputation was bolstered by our team’s incredible response to the challenges the Covid-19 pandemic, during which we never closed, but pivoted to preparing daily meals, running befriending calls and welfare checks, and welcoming the community back in as soon as it was safe to do so. Today, we are the beating heart of the community.

As our next CEO, you will:

• Shape Strategy & Impact: Lead development and delivery of our three-year rolling strategy, balancing service excellence with financial sustainability.
• Governance & Finance: Oversee robust governance frameworks and financial controls, stewarding our £20 million investment portfolio, trading income and grant programmes.
• Operational Leadership: Inspire and support a diverse team of 44 staff and hundreds of volunteers, embedding a culture of continuous improvement, inclusion and professionalism.
• Income Generation: Unlock new revenue streams - maximising room hire, cookery-school capacity, digital/social enterprises and corporate fundraising partnerships.
• Community & Partnerships: Forge and deepen relationships with local authorities, corporate sponsors, umbrella bodies and community groups.
• Brand & Profile: Be the public face of St Luke’s, elevating communications, safeguarding our reputation and ensuring our values of inclusion, equality, friendship, wellbeing and support shine through.

Who you are

• A seasoned senior leader (CEO or equivalent), ideally within the charity, membership or community-services sectors.
• Demonstrable expertise in strategic planning, P&L management and complex stakeholder governance.
• A persuasive communicator and boardroom presenter with the gravitas to inspire trustees, staff, volunteers and funders.
• Entrepreneurial and innovative, able to identify revenue opportunities and drive their delivery.
• Hands-on and approachable - a visible presence on the shop floor as well as the board table.
• (Desirable) Experience of trading-arm management, social-enterprise models or corporate fundraising.

Why St Luke’s?

• Lead a historic, 500-year-old charity with a modern purpose-built centre at its heart.
• Salary between £95,000 - £105,000 plus generous employee benefits (Benenden health membership, pension, season-ticket loans, cycle-to-work, subsidised lunches).
• Shape a charity whose community-shop, wellbeing hub, cookery school, employment hub, lunch club and gardening projects touch hundreds of lives each week.
• Join a committed Board, supportive Chair and passionate team determined to grow St Luke’s impact in challenging times.

Please see the attached Recruitment Brief with details on how to apply.

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 10th November 2025

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