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National AIDS Trust is the UK’s HIV rights charity. We work to stop HIV from standing in the way of health, dignity and equality, and to end new HIV transmissions. Our expertise, research and advocacy secure lasting change to the lives of people living with and at risk of HIV.
Each year, we run a huge World AIDS Day campaign across the UK, engaging thousands of schools, colleges, universities, companies, community groups and individuals to raise awareness of HIV and vital funds to support our work. We also run an online shop, taking hundreds of ribbon and brooch orders during the campaign.
We’re looking for someone self-motivated and enthusiastic to help our small, dedicated fundraising team liaise with our many supporters and send out packs of red ribbons and supporting materials. You’ll also coordinate and manage the dispatch of online shop orders, and support the finance and resources team to reconcile donations received through our website.
You’ll be part of a small team of dedicated colleagues working across different fundraising specialisms whilst collaborating to reach our goals, and a key part of an organisation of people who are all inspired by the difference we can make. This is a good opportunity for anyone looking to gain experience of working in fundraising, finance, or in the HIV/charity sector.
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Closing date for applications: 5pm on Monday 14 September 2026
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Interviews: week commencing Monday 21 September at National AIDS Trust’s offices in London E1
Diversity and inclusion
National AIDS Trust is committed to becoming a diverse and inclusive organisation. We strive to create a workplace that represents our mission and the people we serve, and where all voices are valued and heard.
To reflect this, we actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, physical ability, disability or religion. As the UK’s HIV rights charity, we particularly encourage applications from those with an understanding of the issues faced by people living with HIV.
At National AIDS Trust, we would like our application process to be as accessible as possible. Please speak to us about any reasonable adjustments that you might require throughout the interview process or the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About You
You are a reliable, compassionate and calm individual who is committed to supporting vulnerable people. You are able to work independently during night shifts while remaining a supportive member of the wider team.
You communicate well, build positive relationships with residents and colleagues, and handle challenging situations in a professional and respectful manner. You are organised, attentive to detail and comfortable completing records, handovers and routine checks.
Most importantly, you are motivated to create a safe, welcoming environment and to support residents in developing confidence and independent living skills.
Main Purpose Of The Job:
This role is responsible for delivering a safe and supportive service to all residents living at O’Hanlon House during the night. The post holder needs to work alongside the day and night teams to ensure the effective delivery of high quality care, support and housing management according to Homeless Oxfordshire Policies and Procedures.
Main Areas Of Responsibility:
- Ensure the effective delivery of high quality care, support and housing management according to Homeless Oxfordshire policies and procedures.
- To be a supportive and effective part of the team working as part of a rota including nights and weekends. Maintain positive relationships with clients, relatives, carers, professionals, commissioners, contractors and the local community.
- Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment.
- To support and encourage clients to care for themselves and develop independent living skills.
- To assess and manage risk for individuals and in the service, making use of emergency services as required.
- Report any safeguarding concerns without delay in line with the charity’s policies and procedures.
- Comply with the charity’s health and safety standards.
- Manage challenging situations in line with procedures and to ensure the safety of yourself and others.
- Actively ensure security of the building through regular checks and monitoring of CCTV system.
- To carry out designated cleaning and laundry duties (and any other housekeeping tasks).
- To participate in handovers at the beginning and end of shifts, ensuring that information is properly recorded and passed on where appropriate and relevant and in a timely fashion.
- Ensure that IT systems are updated as required and concise record keeping is completed promptly.
- Ensure clients are aware of and support them to maximise their opportunity to be involved in Client Participation.
- To participate in the induction of and support new team members.
- To undertake any other duties that can be reasonably required to meet the operational needs of Homeless Oxfordshire.
- To undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required, and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this position.
- To ensure that Homeless Oxfordshire’s Equal Opportunities Policies are complied promoted in carrying out duties of the post.
About Us:
We are an open door for people experiencing homelessness whose lives have been shaped by trauma and disadvantage; providing safety, stability and support when it is needed most. We deliver this support across Oxfordshire by providing a range of accommodation with access to high quality support, offering a safe and welcoming space for people to take control of their own lives. We are an accredited Oxford Living Wage employer, and benefits to the role include: annual leave starting at 26 days (excluding bank holidays), flexible working, enhanced benefits with qualifying service, retail discounts with our Homeless Oxfordshire Benefits Hub, and life assurance up to four times your salary and a £250 bonus if you successfully refer a someone as a new colleague through our Employee Referral Scheme as a thanks from us!
Safeguarding Statement:
Homeless Oxfordshire is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all adults, children and young people who are at risk of harm and that come into contact with our services. We believe that all adults, children and young people have an equal right to protection from abuse, regardless of their age, race, religion, ability, gender, language, background or sexual identity and consider the wellbeing of the vulnerable adult, child or young person is paramount. As a result, we have a robust safeguarding policy to ensure everyone is treated fairly and a whistleblowing policy to enable people raise any concerns confidentially. We expect everyone (staff, trustees, associates, volunteers and anyone working on behalf of the Company) to share this commitment and read, understand and adhere to this policy and related procedures.
Equal Opportunities:
We employ people on the basis of their abilities. We strive to attract and develop talent that is representative of our clients and all sections of the society, and do not discriminate based on of age, faith, disability, race, gender, sexuality and socio-economic, regional or cultural background. If you are shortlisted and need us to make any adjustments to help you attend for interview, please let us know.
Open To: People wanting to work weekends. This role is a shift and rota'd role that includes weekends, bank holidays, early and late days.
What’s Next: Have a look at the job description to find out more about the role and apply on our website. Please be aware that this role is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check and will be undertaken for the successful candidate.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we identify a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ID: 1866 Participation & Co-production Lead (London Region)
Service: Family Action London Region Services
Salary:
- Grade 3 point 24-28
- Starting at £36,501 - £40,024 FTE per annum (£21,900.60 - £24,014.40 per annum, pro rata)
- Inclusive of £3,866 Inner London Weighting FTE per annum
Location: London Region (hybrid working arrangements available, subject to service requirements).
Hours: Part-time, 22.2 hours per week (0.6 FTE). We offer flexible working arrangements.
We offer flexible working arrangements - please see below for more details.
Contract: Permanent position (funding is currently secured for two years and may be extended if additional funding is secured).
Family Action & the Role’s Impact:
At Family Action we support people through change, challenge or crisis. It’s what we’ve done for over 150 years. We protect children, support young people and adults and offer direct, practical help to families and communities.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead and strengthen participation and co-production across Family Action's London services. This role will enable children, young people, families and adults to influence the design, delivery, evaluation and continuous improvement of services, ensuring that lived experience is at the heart of decision-making.
As the regional lead for participation and co-production, you will provide leadership and specialist advice to managers, build organisational capacity, and establish sustainable participation structures across London. While the role has a broad regional remit, youth participation will be the initial priority area.
Main Responsibilities:
· Lead and champion participation and co-production across Family Action's London services.
· Support the implementation, development and continuous improvement of Family Action's national Participation and Co-production Strategy across London services, ensuring regional learning and lived experience inform organisational practice.
· Coordinate regional participation initiatives, including advisory groups, consultations, engagement activities and co-production opportunities.
· Establish sustainable participation structures, including a Young People's Advisory Group during the initial phase of the role.
· Support managers and teams to embed inclusive participation and co-production approaches within services.
· Work collaboratively with EDI, Learning & Development, Practice Development and Communications colleagues to promote participation, share learning and communicate impact.
· Monitor, evaluate and evidence impact, contributing to service improvement, partnership development and future sustainability.
Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):
We are looking for someone with:
· Experience of leading, facilitating and embedding participation, engagement and co-production approaches within services or organisations.
· Experience of influencing managers, leading projects and driving positive organisational change.
· Experience of working with diverse communities, including people experiencing disadvantage, inequality or social exclusion.
· Experience of facilitating inclusive engagement and empowering people with lived experience to influence decisions affecting their lives and communities.
· Strong communication, relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
· Knowledge of participation and co-production principles, frameworks and methodologies.
· A strong commitment to participation, co-production and ensuring the voices of people with lived experience shape service development.
Desirable:
· Personal lived experience relevant to the communities we support.
· Knowledge of national participation structures, standards and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Appointments are subject to Family Action receiving a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service – Enhanced
Benefits:
- an annual paid leave entitlement that commences at 25 working days, and after a full year of service, rising each April by one day, subject to a maximum of 30 working days plus bank holidays / of 30 working days plus bank holidays
- up to 6% matched-pension contributions
- enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave provisions
- eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers
- cycle to work scheme
- investing in your professional development with ongoing quality training and career development opportunities
We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect.
To Apply:
· Click the ‘Apply’ link below and fill out our digital application form
· Closing Date: Sunday, 20th September 2026 at 23:59
Interviews are scheduled to take place from 14th-15th October 2026 at Family Action Head Office, with slots throughout the working day and early/late slots available.
For any queries, or if you would like to discuss any aspect of the selection process or the potential for flexible working, please email: austra.welburn (full email addres located on advert document)
All appointments with Family Action are subject to satisfactory Safer Recruitment checks.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.
We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Intersectionality is important to us and we welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ candidates and disabled candidates. We are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Actionbecause we know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and we strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support.
All candidates with a disability are welcome to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme and request priority consideration for an interview, provided they meet the essential criteria for the role.
To help remove financial barriers to working with us, we will reimburse reasonable travel costs if you are invited to attend an interview in person.
*Ordinarily Family Action appoints new starters at the starting point of the salary scale (with subsequent annual pay progression), unless you have experience that would justify appointment further up the salary scale or there are any other exceptional reasons.
Family Action is an award-winning national charity working from the heart of local communities across England and Wales.



We are seeking a proactive and relationship-focused Senior Marketing and Relationships Officer to help grow membership of the HIV Confident Charter Mark.
The postholder will work to generate interest with prospective member organisations and clearly communicate the value of the programme, resulting in tangible growth in memberships.
They will use their experience in targeted marketing activity, stakeholder engagement and relationship management to nurture relationships with current and emerging networks. In this role, the postholder will demonstrate visible commitment to tackling HIV stigma, improving inclusion and supporting good practice in workplaces.
If you can see yourself contributing to this mission, we’d love to hear from you.
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Closing date for applications: end of day on 27 September 2026
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Interviews for the role will be held week commencing 5 October, either online or in London E1
Diversity and inclusion
National AIDS Trust is committed to becoming a diverse and inclusive organisation. We strive to create a workplace that represents our mission and the people we serve, and where all voices are valued and heard.
To reflect this, we actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, physical ability, disability or religion. As the UK’s HIV rights charity, we particularly encourage applications from those with an understanding of the issues faced by people living with HIV.
At National AIDS Trust, we would like our application process to be as accessible as possible. Please speak to us about any reasonable adjustments that you might require throughout the interview process or the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This peer support project is delivered in partnership with South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust to support Carers of people with mental health conditions. This project will work to support Carers through one-to-one support, outreach, training and peer support groups.
About The Role:
Using your lived experience of caring for someone with a mental health condition, and a strengths-based approach, you will support mental health Carers in their caring role. You will provide person centred one-to-one- support, information, signposting, and advocacy, develop, and facilitate peer support groups and deliver training and outreach sessions at different locations across the borough.
Key Requirements of the role Include:
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Lived experience of Caring for someone with a mental health condition
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Knowledge and understanding of mental health and the associated challenges and support needs.
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The ability to work within the principles and values of peer support.
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Confidence supporting people on a one-to-one basis.
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Experience of / ability to facilitate peer support groups and training.
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Clear communication and good interpersonal skills
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Efficient organisation and time management skills
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Developed IT skills, with experience using databases and communication platforms.
Please see the job description and person specification for the full list of requirements and specifications.
Our Charity:
We are a busy, ambitious charity operating at the heart of the Wandsworth community since 1995, helping thousands of people across the borough in unpaid Caring roles. We give information and advice, organise respite, offer complementary therapies, deliver training, provide peer support, arrange fun events and much more.In short, we are the Carer's friend and advocate, often helping Carers through difficult times.
Benefits of working for Wandsworth Carers’ Centre:
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Hybrid on completion of the induction period with a minimum 60% office based.
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Friendly team and working environment
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Annual leave starts at 31 days increasing to 36 days plus bank holidays
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Contributory company pension,
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Ongoing training and development opportunities
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Employee assistance program.
If you're committed to working in the voluntary sector and want to be part of a diverse team that makes a real difference to people’s lives, this role is for you!
Wandsworth Carers’ Centre is an inclusive employer, committed to the continued development of a diverse workforce.
To apply: Please submit a current CV (No longer than 2 A4 pages) and a comprehensive cover letter (no longer than 2 A4 pages) stating how you believe your skills and experience match the requirements of the job description and person specification.
Please note, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is evident AI tools have been used in place of original, personal responses.
We are actively interviewing so reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date. We encourage applications as soon as possible.
Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor candidates.
Our mission is to improve the quality of life for Carers and people affected by caring responsibilities.


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Overview
Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference?
Join our team at HMP Channings Wood as a Recovery Coordinator and help people overcome challenges, reduce the impact of drug and alcohol use, and take positive steps towards recovery.
You'll work closely with individuals throughout their recovery journey, providing tailored support, delivering interventions, facilitating group sessions, and helping people access the services they need to achieve lasting change.
Experience in substance misuse, criminal justice, mental health, social care, or a related field is beneficial, but we're equally interested in people with strong transferable skills, a passion for supporting others, and a commitment to making a difference.
This is an exciting time to join us. HMP Channings Wood is preparing for a significant prison expansion, creating opportunities for development, progression, and future career growth within a growing service.
If you're looking for a role with purpose, where you can empower people to build healthier, more positive futures, we'd love to hear from you.
Where: HMP Channings Wood
Hours: 37.5 per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.
This is a rolling recruitment campaign and applications will be reviewed as they are received. The vacancy will close once a suitable candidate has been appointed, so early applications are encouraged.
Responsibilities
Looking for a Rewarding Career Where You Can Make a Real Difference?
As a Recovery Coordinator at HMP Channings Wood, you'll support people to overcome challenges, reduce the impact of drug and alcohol use, and take positive steps towards recovery.
You'll work closely with individuals throughout their recovery journey, helping them identify goals, access support, build resilience, and make sustainable changes that improve their health and wellbeing.
Experience in substance misuse, criminal justice, mental health, social care, or a related field can be beneficial, but we're equally interested in people with strong transferable skills, a passion for supporting others, and a commitment to making a difference.
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting time to join our team. HMP Channings Wood is preparing for a significant prison expansion, and our service will grow alongside it to support an increasing prison population.
Joining us now means becoming part of a growing team with exciting opportunities for development, progression, and future career growth.
What You'll Do
- Carry out assessments and develop personalised recovery plans.
- Support individuals throughout their recovery journey.
- Deliver one-to-one interventions and facilitate group sessions.
- Help reduce drug and alcohol-related harm and promote healthier lifestyles.
- Signpost and refer individuals to appropriate support services.
- Advocate on behalf of service users to improve access to support.
- Work collaboratively with prison staff, healthcare teams, and partner organisations.
- Support people to build confidence, resilience, and independence.
- Monitor progress and review outcomes to support positive change.
What We're Looking For
You might be a great fit if you:
- Enjoy helping and supporting others.
- Communicate effectively and build positive relationships.
- Can motivate and engage people who may be reluctant to access support.
- Are organised and able to manage competing priorities.
- Work well independently and as part of a team.
- Have a proactive, solution-focused approach.
- Are committed to learning and developing your skills.
Experience in substance misuse, criminal justice, mental health, social care, healthcare, community work, counselling, coaching, mentoring, or related services is welcomed but not essential. We value attitude, motivation, and transferable skills and will provide support to help you develop in the role.
What We Offer
- 25 days annual leave capped at 30 days.
- Paid weekly Wellbeing Hour.
- Pension scheme and employee wellbeing support.
- Discounts on shopping, travel, and entertainment.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
Join Us
At Change Grow Live, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to change, grow, and live life to its full potential.
Apply today and help people take positive steps towards recovery, wellbeing, and a brighter future.
This is a rolling recruitment campaign and applications will be reviewed as they are received. The vacancy will close once a suitable candidate has been appointed, so early applications are encouraged.
Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.
A note about using AI in your application
AI can be a really helpful tool when putting together your application, and we're happy for you to use it. However, what we're most interested in is you.
We want to understand your experiences, achievements and strengths, so please make sure your application reflects your own story and clearly shows how you meet the essential criteria and the impact you've made in previous roles.
There's no need to write in a particular style. The strongest applications are those that are authentic, specific and clearly demonstrate your skills, experience and potential. We look forward to learning more about you.
Direct applications only — we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.
Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Salary Range (pro rata if part time)
CGL points 23 to 28 (£28,557.79 - £32,802.41)
Closing Date
25/11/2026
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.
Our mission is to help people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential.
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Arthritis Action is the UK charity giving hands-on, practical help to improve the quality of life of people affected by arthritis. We offer an integrated self-management approach, which looks at both the physical and mental health impact of living with arthritis. We support people living with musculoskeletal conditions through healthy eating advice, mental health resources, pain management techniques, Online Groups, employment support, and exercise advice and resources.
We are looking for an experienced Volunteering Manager, based in the Midlands, to lead the development of an exciting new volunteering programme, helping us build a diverse, inclusive and engaged volunteer community that brings our strategy to life.
The Role
Home-Based in the Midlands with monthly travel to the London office (EC1V)
The Volunteering Manager will lead the development, delivery and continuous improvement of volunteering within Arthritis Action. This is a new role responsible for ensuring that more people affected by arthritis across the country receive high-quality, evidence-based support and have meaningful opportunities to connect, participate and influence our work.
The postholder will oversee our volunteering activity, in turn enabling volunteers to extend our reach, strengthen communities and increase our impact across the region. The postholder will work closely with the Head of Services and Engagement to develop the relevant polices and strategies whilst also thinking about recruitment, onboarding, training and retention.
Key Responsibilities
Volunteering Development
• Develop a strong understanding of the volunteer journey, using insight, feedback and data to identify opportunities to improve engagement, satisfaction, retention and outcomes.
• Develop approaches to ensure volunteers can increase engagement amongst diverse and underserved communities.
• Implement effective monitoring and evaluation processes to demonstrate impact.
• Work with colleagues to identify opportunities to link volunteering and donor journeys.
• Establish effective onboarding, recruitment, training and retention processes.
• Update existing volunteering policies and strategy documents to bring them in line with practice for 2026 and beyond.
• Work alongside the CEO to support and develop our new Clinical Advisory Panel.
Engagement Building
• Develop and implement an engagement approach that strengthens relationships with existing and potential volunteers.
• Create meaningful opportunities for people with lived experience to volunteer with Arthritis Action.
• Work collaboratively with Communications and Fundraising colleagues to maximise awareness and impact.
• Build relationships with community partners and relevant external organisations to build the volunteering network.
Volunteering Strategy and Development
• Develop Arthritis Action’s volunteer strategy with support from the Head of Services and Engagement, creating a sustainable model that supports organisational priorities.
• With support from the Head of Services and Engagement, establish appropriate volunteer policies, processes, safeguarding arrangements and systems.
• Work alongside staff to create volunteer led services.
Line Management
• Act as the first point of contact for volunteers.
• Responsibility for volunteers supporting the charity.
Data, Insight and Impact
• Use data, feedback and evaluation to understand the effectiveness and impact of our volunteering programme, identify opportunities for improvement, and enhance the experience and contribution of our volunteers.
• Report meaningful KPIs for volunteering and engagement, using the CRM.
Person Specification
Essential
Experience
- Experience of developing and establishing volunteering and volunteer led services within a charity, healthcare or related environment.
- Experience of developing and improving volunteering based on evidence, insight and user needs.
- Experience of engaging diverse communities, members, service users or people with lived experiences through volunteer led services and volunteering.
- Experience of developing partnerships and collaborative approaches.
Skills and Knowledge
- Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to write in Plain English.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strong understanding of inclusion, accessibility and reducing health inequalities.
- Ability to use insight, data and evaluation to improve impact.
Attributes
- An understanding of, and commitment to, Arthritis Action’s vision, mission, equal opportunities and diversity.
- A self-starter able to work on own initiative where required.
- Values-driven, collaborative and inclusive professional.
- Empathetic and committed to ensuring people’s voices shape services.
- Able and willing to travel within the Midlands.
Desirable
- Experience of supporting people with long-term conditions.
- Experience using CRM systems and digital platforms to improve engagement.
How to apply
Applications should be in the form of a CV with a covering letter explaining your interest in and suitability for the role. Please provide both email and telephone contact information for yourself.Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Applications should be received by 11:59pm on Thursday 17th September 2026 at the latest.
First-round interviews will take place by Zoom on Tuesday 22nd September 2026. Second-round interviews will take place in the London office on Monday 28th September 2026.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert ahead of the deadline should we receive a sufficient number of applications.
Arthritis Action is an equal opportunities employer. We treat employees and job applicants in the same way regardless of age, disability, marital status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief
Please apply with a CV and Covering Letter. Applications without a Covering Letter will not be accepted.
Arthritis Action is a UK charity helping people with arthritis to live fuller lives with less pain.



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Benefits: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rated), 3% matched pension contribution, employee benefits scheme
Please note: This post is restricted to women under schedule 9, Part 1, Equalities Act 2010
Equal Opportunities
Rising Sun is an equal opportunities employer. We recognise intersecting identities, and value what having a diverse team brings, both in terms of effectively responding to client needs, and engaging with each other at work. We encourage applicants from all sections of the community; especially from minority groups, as we are on a journey to increase diversity in our team. Flexible working is available in most roles, and we strive to accommodate the needs of all applicants and team members.
Job Purpose
As one of our High Support Needs IDVAs, you will be part of our experienced and dedicated adult team reporting to the HSN IDVA Manager covering the Canterbury District area, and your role will include a mixture of working from Catching Lives homeless centre, community and office working.
You’ll be providing a high-quality, frontline service to survivors of domestic abuse and play a crucial role in advocacy, risk assessment, safety planning and empowerment for our clients with more complex needs. You will assist them in recognising the features and dynamics of domestic abuse which are impacting their situation and help them to regain control of their lives. You will support them to make informed and safe choices and to move forward. You will provide a weekly drop-in at Catching Lives and will co-work with clients as appropriate.
Alongside working with survivors, you will develop and maintain productive relationships with partner organisations to strengthen multi-agency working and improve service outcomes for survivors. As the HSN IDVA, you will provide enhanced casework support to individuals within the EHCF client group, delivering support in community settings, in partnership with agencies such as Porchlight and the RSI team, and remotely via telephone where appropriate.
We are looking for someone with a genuine passion for supporting people who is confident, resilient and can build strong relationships.
You will have experience of delivering domestic abuse interventions with survivors, including some whose individual circumstances are more complex. This might include clients with issues such as homelessness, poor mental health or drugs and alcohol use.
The nature of this work and being exposed to survivors’ trauma and challenges can have a negative impact on our own wellbeing as support workers, and therefore good self-awareness and the ability to recognise our own needs and put in place appropriate boundaries is essential. All team members are expected to exercise self-care and attend regular clinical supervision to mitigate the potential impact of vicarious trauma.
As part of our passionate and committed team of approximately 50 staff, our aspiration is that you will thrive and develop in this varied role. You will be contributing to the invaluable work of the Rising Sun and making a lasting difference to the lives of those who are impacted by domestic abuse.
Main duties and responsibilities
- Provide high quality case work support and information to victims/survivors who have experienced domestic and/ or sexual violence and have high support needs.
- Support those who are experiencing domestic and sexual abuse to access services to keep themselves (and their children) safe and address their needs
- Identify and assess the needs of domestic abuse victims using an evidence-based risk identification checklist while taking a trauma informed approach
- Provide 1:1 support to survivors in the Ashford, Canterbury and Folkestone and Hythe districts, either over the phone, in community venues or at Rising Sun offices
- Manage a caseload in accordance with organisational policies and procedures and adhere to confidentiality
- Work as part of a team, supporting colleagues and building positive working-relationships with team members
- Attend regular clinical supervision and case review meetings
- Hold weekly information and advice drop in sessions and facilitate relevant programmes when required i.e. Freedom Programme
- Participate in street walks to meet and build relationships and trust with street homeless
- Advocate for high-risk victims with agencies who can help to address the domestic abuse by:
- Understanding the role of all relevant statutory and non-statutory services available to domestic abuse victims and how your role fits into them.
- Providing advocacy, emotional and practical support and information to survivors including in relation to legal options, housing, health and finance.
- Effective partnership working with all key agency partners (including housing and other specialist services, such as drug and alcohol support) to address the safety of high-risk victims and ensuring that their safety plans are coordinated particularly through the MARAC (multi-agency risk assessment conference).
- Identify training opportunities and provide training and support for housing staff and other relevant agencies as appropriate
- Provide both formal training and informal guidance/casework support to Catching Lives staff.
- Work with volunteers (where appropriate) to enhance the capacity of the service
- Be responsible for personal well-being and exercise appropriate self-care
- Attend wider team meetings to share learning and feed into organisational developments
- Ensure that the service user is at the heart of all service delivery by encouraging participation in service development and reporting on their recommendations and complaints
- Be willing and available to work occasional evenings and weekends to support wider team activities such as representing Rising Sun at events (time off in lieu can be taken)
- Ensure publicity materials are effectively distributed as well as contributing to the development of literature
General
- At all times work professionally and to a high standard, setting an example to the wider team and external partners
- Demonstrate a commitment to continued professional development, being responsible for personal learning and keeping up to date on research, relevant legislation, policy and practice, and other literature relevant to the role
- At all times protect the safety and security of the Rising Sun, service users, staff, volunteers and buildings, and the confidentiality of records and other information
- Uphold the rights of women, children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse, and proactively assess the gender specific, trauma informed needs and the safety of children and women to ensure that any risks/needs identified are addressed, having full regard to Rising Sun Safeguarding Children policy and Safeguarding Adults policy
- Ensure the effective implementation of Rising Sun’s policies and procedures and uphold the core values of the Rising Sun.
- Work across teams and undertake such other duties, appropriate to the grade and nature of the work, as may reasonably be expected.
This job description sets out the duties of the post at the time when it was drawn up and will be reviewed from time to time. Duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot of themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.
Person specification
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following experience, knowledge, skills and attitudes. (D = Desirable)
Qualifications
- An accredited VAWG/domestic abuse qualification, e.g. IDVA / DAPA (D)
- Independent Sexual Violence Adviser (ISVA) qualification (D)
Knowledge and Experience
- A good understanding of the causes and dynamics of domestic abuse including its impact on survivors, children and young people, families and communities.
- A sound working knowledge of housing, welfare and policy relating to domestic and sexual violence
- Thorough knowledge of safeguarding practice, procedures and legislation (adults and children)
- At least two years’ experience of working directly with survivors affected by domestic abuse
- Experience of supporting individuals with mental health needs, including understanding the impact of mental ill health on wellbeing, safety, and recovery
- Experience of working with survivors of domestic abuse with complex needs for example homelessness, mental health issues, drugs and alcohol dependency (D)
- Experience of managing own case load, working under pressure and prioritising workload
- Experience of risk assessment and management, and safety planning
- Experience of multi-agency partnership work
- Experience of facilitating group programmes (D)
- Experience of delivering training (D)
Skills and attributes
- Excellent listening, written and verbal communication skills.
- Personal resilience
- Good self-awareness and ability to exercise effective self-care
- Competent in the use of Microsoft packages i.e. Word, Excel and Power Point
- Effective negotiation, advocacy and interpersonal skills, at all levels
- Ability to collect and collate data and write reports as appropriate to this role
- Ability to be self-motivating, work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Ability to liaise and work well with a diverse range of stakeholders
- Strong crisis management skills
Other
- A good understanding of cultural issues, and commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.
- A commitment to the values and ethos of Rising Sun
- A commitment to fostering innovation in working practice
- A flexible approach to your work
- A commitment to respecting and valuing service users' perspectives and involvement in Rising Sun
- Able to drive and have access to a reliable car (D) (the post holder will be required to attend meetings and events across our areas of work)
Please visit our website to download and fill out an application form if you feel that this role would be a good fit for you, demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the person specification in your personal statement.
Our vision is a world in which all women and children live free from actual or threatened domestic abuse and all forms of violence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Lloyds Bank Foundation
Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales is an independent charitable foundation, backed by Lloyds Banking Group and the people within it. We want everyone to be in a good place - personally, in a home that’s a good place to live, and in a community that’s a good place to belong.
We play our role by connecting and catalysing community-led change, providing the money, time, tools and connections that build organisations’ capacity and capability, to make people’s lives better and their communities stronger.
We back people and communities across England and Wales, to make that happen, because when you back brilliant people, brilliant things happen. Our communities are full of ambitious, energetic and determined people stepping up to make their neighbours’ lives better and their communities grow stronger. Day in, day out.
About the Role
Contract:Full-time, permanent (we are open to conversations about flexibility so please ask)
Location:Remote, with significant travel across all corners the UK and monthly visits to our London office
This is an exciting new opportunity in the Strategic Communications Team at the Foundation.
You’ll play a key role setting up and organising a varied programme of visits, to engage more people in our mission and ultimately help more people in England and Wales to say “I’m in a good place,” “My home is a good place to live,” and “My community is a good place to belong”.
Bringing strong organisational, relationship-building abilities and creativity, you’ll arrange visits for senior stakeholders – MPs, philanthropists, trustees, partners, and executives from Lloyds Banking Group, to community-led groups we’re funding and local areas driving systems change.
Through thoughtful engagement, you'll build lasting relationships and raise awareness of social issues, to ensure visits generate meaningful impact.
You will support colleagues and partners to maximise opportunities, follow up actions, and effectively generate and use content, stories, videos and images to tell powerful stories.
Importantly, you’ll ensure community-led organisations experience these visits as supportive and beneficial, and that their voices are centred in all that occurs and follows, aligning with our mission to foster community-led change.
About You
You are highly organised, with experience coordinating events, or visits involving
multiple stakeholders.
Alongside strong communication skills, with an understanding of how to apply
organisational narratives to local activity, you’ll have the ability to balance competing priorities.
You will bring experience partnering across teams and directorates along with excellent
relational skills to build trust and rapport with internal and external stakeholders.
How to Apply
Please click ‘Apply for this job’ to be redirected to the application form.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We hold Disability Confident Employer status (Level 2) and are working towards full status by 2027. This means that if you're a disabled applicant and your CV and application answers clearly demonstrate that you meet the essential criteria for the role, we will invite you to interview.
More broadly, we are committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities and people we work with. We believe that diversity of background, experience and perspective makes us stronger and helps us make better decisions. We actively welcome applications from people who are under-represented in the charity sector, including people from Black, Asian and minoritised ethnic communities, disabled people, and those with experience of the issues our funded charities work to address.
Key Dates
Closing Date: Monday 21 September 2026, 12 noon
First Interviews: Tuesday 29 September 2026 (online)
Second Interviews: Tuesday 6 October 2026 (in person – London Office)
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We support small, local and specialist charities across England and Wales.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a new role at ECU, being recruited as part of a wider programme of work to deepen the relationships between national organisations working on economic systems change and grassroots campaigners. The Campaigns Lead will work closely with the Head of Campaigns on driving forward our high-impact campaigns for economic systems change.
For at least the first year, the Campaigns Lead will be working primarily on our coalition campaign on the cost of living crisis, Cost of Living Action. The campaign, which is currently made up of over 40 organisations from across civil society, unions and grassroots groups, aims to end the cost of living crisis and put in place solutions to prevent it from ever happening again. It focuses on our policy demands in five areas that drive the cost of living crisis: wages, social security, energy, housing and taxation. The campaign positions itself as the civil society coalition focused on the cost of living as a whole, and that solutions to it must be addressed that way. The campaign relaunched in early 2026 and has a vital role to play in putting media and political pressure on the government to take action.
We also work closely with those most impacted by the crisis and aim to centre the voices of those with lived experience of economic hardship in all that we do. This role will shape and drive forward a programme of impactful communications, advocacy and other campaigning activities under the rebooted campaign to secure transformative changes that bring real improvement to people’s lives. There is ample opportunity to engage politically in this role, increasing as you develop in the position.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Overview
Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives. Our core values are ‘Be open, be compassionate and be bold’ and our teams apply these daily, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options.
Our NMP’s are integral members of our multi-disciplinary and multi-agency teams, delivering recovery orientated alcohol and drug intervention services. Offering care for presenting clients, prescribing and/or making amendments to prescriptions of opiate and/or alcohol substitute treatments and other related medications, they take a lead role in developing the prescribing clinic, acting as a point of contact for other workers and partner agencies around prescribing issues.
Where: Tower Hamlets London
Hours: 37.5h per week
Contract: Fixed term until 23rd October 2027
Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.
Responsibilities
About the role:
- Assess, diagnose, plan; implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for service users
- Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness appropriate to service user needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and local protocols, and within scope of practice
- Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the service user in complex, urgent or emergency situations seeking immediate advice and direction from the Clinical Lead if needed
- Assess, update, and refer service users for BBV vaccination and immunisation programmes. Support service users to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles
- Communicate effectively with service users and carers, anticipating barriers to communication and recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating
- Maintain effective communication within the organisational environment and with external stakeholders, acting as an advocate for service users and colleagues where necessary
- Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures
- Assess effectiveness of care delivery through self and peer review, benchmarking, and formal evaluation. Be actively involved in the annual appraisal system
- One day a week late cover (12 - 8pm)
About you:
- Qualified pharmacist with current GPhC registration and two years’s post qualification experience OR First level registered nurse with a current PIN AND three years post qualification experience
- Qualified Non-Medical Prescriber
- At least one year’s relevant and recent experience of working within substance misuse treatment
- Sound and demonstrable knowledge of harm reduction and health promotion interventions
- Ability to assess and recovery plan service users and formulate written reports as necessary
- Ability to communicate confidently and effectively, verbally and in writing
- Full driving licence and access to own transport, or ability to demonstrate easy movement between services, if necessary
What we will give to you:
- 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years’ service “Capped at 30 days”
- Flexible working arrangements
- Paid ‘Wellbeing’ hour each week along with a Employee Assist Programme
- Protected CPD time
- Free access to the RCNi learning platform
- Annual reimbursement of your NMC fee
- Contributory pension scheme
- A great selection of benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc.
Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.
Direct applications only we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
A note about using AI in your application:
AI can be a really helpful tool when putting together your application, and we're happy for you to use it. However, what we're most interested in is you.
We want to understand your experiences, achievements and strengths, so please make sure your application reflects your own story and clearly shows how you meet the essential criteria and the impact you've made in previous roles.
There's no need to write in a particular style. The strongest applications are those that are authentic, specific and clearly demonstrate your skills, experience and potential. We look forward to learning more about you.
Salary Range (pro rata if part time)
CGL points 43 to 48 (£48,987.04 - £54,663.24)
ILW / OLW /Fringe
Inner London Weighting (£4,236.47)
Closing Date
15/9/2026
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.
Our mission is to help people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential.
Neurodiverse Living Experience Peer Support Worker
Contract Length: Fixed term to 31 March 2029
Hours: Part-time, 22.5 hours (three days) per week
Line Manager: Living Experience Manager
Location: Various sites across Salford
Salary: £24,785 per annum, pro rata
Annual Leave: 25 days per annum pro rata, plus bank holidays
About us
At Mind in Salford, we’re more than a local mental health charity, we’re a community working to ensure no- one has to face mental ill health alone.
Every day, we support people across Salford to improve their wellbeing, build resilience, and create positive change in their lives.
About the Service
Salford Neighbourhood Mental Health Team (SNMHT) is a community mental health service delivered in partnership between Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, Mind in Salford, Six Degrees, Wellbeing Matters and START.
The team brings together a range of professionals, including occupational therapy, nursing, recovery work, psychiatry, psychology, peer mentoring and social work. The role will contribute to this multidisciplinary approach by bringing a living-experience perspective into support planning and service delivery.
SNMHT works in a strengths-based way, focusing on people’s skills, aspirations and experiences. Support is designed to help people recover, stay well and remain connected to their communities.
About You and the Role
We are seeking a Living Experience Peer Support Worker who will use living experience of neurodiversity and mental health challenges to offer hope, practical support and recovery-focused encouragement to people accessing Salford Neighbourhood Mental Health Team.
The postholder will work across Salford in community settings, supporting people to identify their strengths, work towards personal goals, improve wellbeing and connect with opportunities in their local communities.
The successful applicant will work alongside Key Workers and other professionals to provide person-centred peer support. They will use their own experience safely and appropriately, maintaining clear boundaries while offering empathy, practical guidance and encouragement.
Application deadline: 5PM on Friday 25 September
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
We are committed to achieving equal opportunities in employment and the service we provide, and welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental health issues. We encourage applications from everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership and pregnancy and maternity.
We work with children and adults who may be at risk of abuse and therefore everyone is subject to a DBS check (level of check is dependent on the nature of the role) and receipt of two satisfactory references.
No agencies please.
Help shape the future of an ambitious local charity
MRS Independent Living supports older people, disabled people and people experiencing mental health challenges to live independently, stay active and remain connected to their communities. We combine practical in-home support with innovative community-led projects that tackle inequalities and improve wellbeing.
We're looking for a Deputy Director who is excited by the opportunity to help lead this established local charity into its next chapter.
This is a role for someone who enjoys thinking strategically while also rolling up their sleeves to make things happen. You'll work alongside the Director to shape our future, develop new services, build partnerships and secure funding. You'll also be happy stepping into day-to-day operations when needed to support the team, maintain continuity and ensure our services are high quality and running smoothly.
Whether your background is primarily in fundraising and you're looking to broaden your operational leadership experience, or you've led services and want to develop your fundraising and strategic skills, this role offers an excellent opportunity to build a well-rounded senior leadership career.
About the role
As Deputy Director you'll provide leadership across our community projects, helping us develop and deliver sustainable, high-quality services that make a real difference to our community.
You'll:
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Work with the Director and Board to shape organisational strategy and future development.
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Lead fundraising from trusts, foundations, corporate partners and other income sources.
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Oversee our community projects, ensuring they deliver expected outcomes.
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Support, coach and develop project staff and volunteers.
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Build strong partnerships across the voluntary, health and public sectors.
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Lead monitoring, evaluation and reporting to demonstrate our impact.
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Deputise for the Director when required.
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Take a practical, hands-on approach - providing operational support wherever it's needed.
We're looking for someone who has:
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Experience in fundraising, service management or both, ideally within the charity and voluntary sector.
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Ideas to develop and grow our community work, and the confidence and project management skills to operationalise them.
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Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and support others.
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Excellent relationship and partnership-building skills.
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A collaborative, adaptable approach with the confidence to switch between strategic thinking and practical delivery.
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A commitment to co-production, equity and user-led approaches.
Why join us?
This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of a respected local charity while developing your own senior leadership experience.
You'll join a small, supportive team where your ideas will influence organisational strategy, new services and long-term sustainability. No two days are the same, and you'll have the opportunity to work across fundraising, operations, partnerships, governance and organisational development—making this an ideal stepping stone towards a Director or CEO role.
If you're looking for a leadership role where you can make a tangible difference to people's lives while broadening your skills and experience, we'd love to hear from you.
Our staff benefits include:
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Flexible and hybrid working
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Generous holiday allowance of 28 days (pro rata) per year plus bank holidays, rising to 29 days after one years’ service
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Enhanced sick leave and pay
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Enhanced family leave and pay
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Ongoing opportunities for learning and professional development
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Employer pension contributions of 4%
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Life assurance cover equivalent to one year’s annual salary for members of our workplace pension scheme
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Living Experience Male Peer Support Worker
Contract Length: Fixed Term to 31st March 2029
Hours: Part- time. 15 hours (2 days) per week
Line Manager: Living Experience Manager
Location(s): Various sites across Salford
Salary: £24,785 per annum, pro rata
Annual Leave: 25 days per annum pro rata plus 8 bank holidays
About us
At Mind in Salford, we’re more than a local mental health charity, we’re a community working to ensure no- one has to face mental ill health alone.
Every day, we support people across Salford to improve their wellbeing, build resilience, and create positive change in their lives.
About the Service
Salford Neighbourhood Mental Health Team (SNMHT) is a community mental health service delivered in partnership between GMMH, Mind in Salford, Six Degrees, Wellbeing Matters and START, with support from local NHS and primary care partners.
SNMHT is multidisciplinary, and includes an occupational therapist, nurse, recoveryworker, psychiatrist, psychologist, peer mentors and social workers.
We do mental health support differently, with a focus on your skills, aspirations and experiences. We put your strengths and living experience at the centre to help you recover and stay well as part of your community.
About You and the Role
We are seeking a male Living Experience Peer Support Worker to use his own experience of mental health challenges to offer hope, practical support and recovery-focused encouragement to people accessing Salford Neighbourhood Mental Health Team.
The role will involve working across the City of Salford, supporting individuals in a range of community and clinical settings. As travel throughout the city is required, access to a car would be desirable, although this is not essential.
The successful applicant will work alongside key workers and other members of the multidisciplinary team to provide person-centred support. Using their own living experience, they will help build hope, confidence and resilience, empowering individuals to achieve their goals and improve their wellbeing.
Application deadline: 5PM on Friday 25 September
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
We are committed to achieving equal opportunities in employment and the service we provide, and welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental health issues. We encourage applications from everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership and pregnancy and maternity.
We work with children and adults who may be at risk of abuse and therefore everyone is subject to a DBS check (level of check is dependent on the nature of the role) and receipt of two satisfactory references.
No agencies please.
Change how the UK understands and supports bereaved children and families.
This is an exciting time to join Child Bereavement UK.
We are establishing a brand-new Research & Policy function and are looking for an ambitious Public Affairs Lead to help ensure the voices of bereaved children, young people and parents shape policy, practice and public understanding across the UK.
Working closely with the Head of Policy & Research, you will develop and deliver Child Bereavement UK's public affairs, advocacy and stakeholder engagement activity, building relationships with policymakers, parliamentarians and sector leaders to drive meaningful change.
You will act as the bridge between research, lived experience and influence, translating evidence into compelling advocacy campaigns, stakeholder engagement opportunities and policy recommendations that make a difference.
This is a rare opportunity to help build a new function, shape our national influence, and ensure the experiences of bereaved children, young people and families are heard where it matters most.
While based remotely, this role has a strong external focus and requires regular travel to London to represent Child Bereavement UK, build key relationships and engage with policymakers, partners and sector networks.
Role Purpose
As Public Affairs Lead you will play a central role in ensuring the voices and experiences of bereaved children, young people, parents and families influence policy, practice and public understanding across the UK.
Working closely with the Head of Policy & Research, you will develop and deliver Child Bereavement UK's public affairs, advocacy and stakeholder engagement activity, building relationships with policymakers, parliamentarians, sector partners and influencers to drive meaningful change.
You will act as the bridge between research, policy and communications, helping to translate evidence and lived experience into compelling advocacy campaigns, stakeholder engagement opportunities and influencing activity.
Main Responsibilities
Public Affairs & Policy Influence
· Develop and deliver public affairs plans that support Child Bereavement UK's strategic priorities and policy objectives.
· Use research, evaluation findings and lived experience evidence to identify policy gaps, develop influencing priorities and shape recommendations for decision-makers.
· Translate organisational evidence into clear policy asks and reform proposals for government, parliamentarians, public bodies and sector leaders.
· Identify opportunities to embed evidence and learning within national, regional and local policy frameworks, guidance and professional practice.
· Support the development of long-term influencing strategies that drive systemic change for bereaved children, young people and families.
· Build and maintain relationships with MPs, Peers, government officials, policymakers and key sector stakeholders.
· Coordinate engagement with relevant All-Party Parliamentary Groups, consultations, inquiries and policy forums.
· Support the development of policy briefings, consultation responses and evidence submissions.
· Organise parliamentary events, stakeholder roundtables and engagement opportunities that raise awareness of bereavement issues.
· Work with the Head of Voice & Participation to ensure the voices of bereaved children, young people and parents bereaved of a baby or child are represented at all stages of policy development.
Advocacy & Campaigns
· Lead the delivery of advocacy and influencing campaigns aligned to organisational priorities.
· Ensure advocacy campaigns are grounded in robust evidence, insight and lived experience, with clear objectives for policy and practice change.
· Work with the Head of Policy & Research to translate research findings into actionable policy recommendations.
· Develop stakeholder engagement plans that support campaign objectives.
· Build relationships with partner organisations, coalitions and networks to strengthen collective influence.
· Develop compelling narratives that connect research findings with real-world outcomes and policy solutions.
· Work with colleagues to identify tangible actions that policymakers, practitioners, employers, schools and communities can take in response to emerging evidence.
Stakeholder Engagement
· Develop and maintain stakeholder mapping and engagement plans.
· Build productive relationships with sector leaders, professional bodies, charities, academics and decision-makers.
· Coordinate engagement with strategic partners and external networks.
· Support senior leaders in stakeholder engagement activity through briefings, meeting preparation and follow-up actions.
Research Translation & Communications
· Develop evidence-informed policy asks, implementation recommendations and calls to action that support measurable change.
· Identify opportunities to move research and insight beyond publication and into policy development, service improvement and public discourse.
· Translate research, evidence and lived experience into compelling stakeholder communications.
· Produce parliamentary briefings, policy summaries, position statements and advocacy materials.
· Work closely with the Marketing & Communications team to ensure policy and research activity is effectively communicated to external audiences.
· Collaborate with the PR & Press Lead to identify opportunities to amplify policy and research messages through media and public engagement activity.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Insight
· Monitor and evaluate public affairs, advocacy and stakeholder engagement activity.
· Track policy developments, stakeholder engagement outcomes and influencing opportunities.
· Produce reports demonstrating impact, engagement and progress against objectives.
· Maintain stakeholder databases and records to support organisational relationship management.
Person Specification
Essential
Experience & Knowledge
· Significant experience in public affairs, policy, advocacy, campaigns or stakeholder engagement.
· Experience building relationships with policymakers, parliamentarians, public sector organisations or influential stakeholders.
· Understanding of UK political systems, parliamentary processes and policy development.
· Experience developing and delivering influencing or advocacy campaigns.
· Experience producing briefings, consultation responses or policy-focused communications.
· Understanding of how evidence and lived experience can be used to influence decision-making.
Skills
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Strong relationship-building and influencing abilities.
· Ability to communicate complex information clearly and persuasively.
· Excellent organisational and project management skills.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
· Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
Personal Attributes
· Passionate about improving outcomes for bereaved children, young people and parents bereaved of a baby or child.
· Collaborative and relationship-focused.
· Compassionate and emotionally intelligent.
· Proactive, resilient and self-motivated.
· Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and trauma-informed practice.
Desirable
· Passionate about improving outcomes for bereaved children, young people and parents
· Experience within the charity, health, social care or education sectors.
· Knowledge of bereavement, grief, loss or trauma-informed services.
· Experience working with All-Party Parliamentary Groups or parliamentary engagement activity.
· Experience working with research and evidence-based policy development.
· Experience working with lived-experience contributors and ambassadors.
· Understanding of campaigning, coalition building and systems change approach
Recruitment Timetable
Application deadline: 17th September 2026 at midnight
Interview dates: 29th and 30th September on MS Teams
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications for the role before the closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
