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External Affairs Adviser 
Contract type: Permanent 
Full time: 34.5 hours, we are open to a conversation about how you work these hours 
Location: Hybrid or mobile worker (depending on where in the UK you are based) with regular travel expected. As part of our business need and commitment to having representation across the four nations of the UK, we will be prioritising applicants from Northern Ireland. However, we will be considering applications from across the UK. 
Salary range: £35,200 - £39,200

About us

At Macmillanyou'llfind talented people working together to do whatever it takes to support people living with cancer.We'regoing all out to find even better ways to help even more people who need our support. Our values are at the heart of who we are and everything we do, inspiring our thinking and guiding our actions. 

Our organisational strategy sets out howwe’llfight even harder to make every pound raised count for even more. With your help,we’lltransform cancer care for good.

About the role

Do you have experience influencing change and navigating complex political systems? We are looking for an External Affairs Adviser to join our wider Partnerships team at Macmillan to help us to deliver meaningful change for people with cancer, particularly the most marginalised groups. 

The External Affairs team is central to Macmillan’s work shaping change and influencing decision makers across the UK, and a key part of your role will be building and stewarding relationships with our external stakeholders.

As an External Affairs Adviser you’ll work flexibly across a whole range of influencing projects to shape the political agenda, which might be in Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, at a regional level in England and in Westminster, reflecting our ambitious plans to deliver change for people with cancer across the whole of the UK.

You’ll be exposed to a variety of political systems, decision makers and ways of working that will allow you to build on and develop your skills in public affairs, policy analysis, relationship management and communication.

About you

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following skills and experience: 

• Experience of influencing change - this might be from working in a charity, for a politician, in local or national government, a public affairs agency or think tank.
• Experience analysing and translating data and evidence into external messaging to influence a wide range of audiences. 
• Experience of working in at least one political context in the UK, and willingness to adapt your skills to working within a wide range of influencing environments and different stakeholders. 
• An adaptable approach, with a willingness to respond to quickly changing external circumstances and work at pace to navigate through complex issues.
• Experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams and working collaboratively with others to deliver projects.

In return, we offer a range of benefits including: 

• 25 days holiday plus flexible bank holiday options, increasing by 1 day every year of service up to 30 days 
• Pension matched up to 7.5% 
• 120+ learning and development offers, with access to external professional qualifications 
• Flexible working patterns, such as compressed hours, flexibility to work earlier or later around our core working hours of 10am-4pm 
• Holiday buying and selling scheme, life insurance, free wills, retail discounts and much more 

Recruitment process

Application deadline: 23:59 on Monday 31st August
1st stage interviewdates:Virtual interviews will be held on the week commencing 14th September
2nd stage interview dates: Virtual interviews will be held on the week commencing 21st September 

To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. 

So we can support you to be your best during the application or interview process, please contact Macmillan TA Team for advice and reasonable adjustments. 

We welcome applications from everyone who meet the criteria and strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Macmillan. Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategyalong with our internal employee representation body, ‘Our Voice’ and 8 Employee Network groups help us promote fairness and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. 

Reconnect Worker

We are seeking a compassionate Reconnect Worker to make a real, immediate impact by helping young people and families rebuild relationships, reduce conflict and prevent homelessness before it begins.

Position: Reconnect Worker
Salary: £11,177.20 per annum
Location: North Tyneside, with travel across the North East
Hours: Part-time, 15 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: 26 August 2026

About the role

As Reconnect Worker, you will provide family support and mediation to young people aged 11 to 25 and their families during periods of conflict, crisis or relationship breakdown.

Working across schools, Nightstop placements and Depaul UK services, you will help improve communication, strengthen family relationships and reduce the risk of youth homelessness.

Key responsibilities include:

· Providing focused family support and mediation

· Managing a small caseload of young people and families

· Completing risk and needs assessments

· Developing structured support plans with measurable outcomes

· Supporting families to resolve conflict and rebuild stability

· Working with schools, local authorities, Nightstop hosts and other agencies

· Developing effective referral pathways

· Advocating for young people and families when safeguarding concerns arise

· Maintaining accurate case records and monitoring progress

· Following safeguarding, equality, health and safety and lone-working procedures

· Contributing to service development, peer learning and reflective practice

The role requires independent travel and working from different locations across the North East.

About you

You will have significant experience supporting young people and families experiencing conflict or crisis. You will be reflective, creative and solution-focused, with the ability to remain impartial during challenging situations.

You will also have:

· Experience managing a caseload and working independently

· Experience completing risk assessments, needs assessments and support plans

· Strong relationship-building skills

· The ability to work collaboratively with external agencies

· Excellent organisation and case-recording skills

· A strong understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries

· A commitment to strengths-based support

· A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

You will hold a Level 4 Interpersonal Mediation Practitioner’s Certificate or be willing to complete the qualification before the end of your probation period. Training will be provided if required.

Experience delivering family mediation and an understanding of youth homelessness would be advantageous.

About Depaul UK

Depaul UK works to prevent homelessness and provide accommodation and support for marginalised young people. Established in 1989, the charity now supports thousands of young people each year to find safety, stability and more positive futures.

Benefits include annual leave equivalent to 26 days for full-time employees, increasing with service, flexible working options where suitable, tailored training, family-friendly policies, a pension with employer contributions of up to 7%, an Employee Assistance Programme, cash health plan and a range of discounts.

Depaul UK is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. An appropriate DBS check will be undertaken where required, and a criminal record will not automatically prevent appointment.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Family Support Worker, Mediation Worker, Youth Support Worker, Homelessness Prevention Worker, Early Intervention Worker, Family Intervention Worker, Family Liaison Worker, Young People’s Support Worker or Reconnect Practitioner.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People. #INDNFP

What you will do as part of our team

• Providing a specialist advice and advocacy service to the homeless guests of our services, which include partner day centres and night shelters through the winter season.
• Employing creative thinking and practices to ensure that guests are supported and motivated to achieve their goals.
• Attending appointments with guests occasionally when needed
• Referring and signposting guests to accommodation providers, health services and other relevant internal and external support services, as necessary
• Maintaining good communication with the Managers of our partnered Drop-in Centres, Glass Door colleagues and local statutory and non-statutory services.
• Attending meetings with the casework team, external service providers and partner organisations when required
• Collating statistics and outcome measurements of the casework service for both internal and external use
• Maintaining a wel-organised and easily accessible administration system for the casework programme in line with relevant legislation (e.g. GDPR)
• Managing a small casework budget
• Undertaking any other duties, as required by the charity

Person specification

Essential

• At least one year experience of working one-on-one and assessing the needs of homeless people or similar disadvantaged client groups
• Empathetic attitude to homeless and vulnerably housed people
• Up-to-date knowledge of the welfare issues and legislation affecting homeless people
• Knowledge of relevant support services available to homeless people, particularly in West London
• Confident approach to, and experience of, dealing with challenging behaviour
• Ability to maintain good relationships with colleagues and external service providers
• Highly organised with strong time-management skills
• Ability to keep clear and up-to-date case records
• Experience and competent in MS Office packages
• Ability to work independently and take the initiative to make important decisions
• Flexible and supportive team member with excellent communication skills
• Ability to adhere to and implement Health & Safety, HR and operational policies
• Understanding of and commitment to Equal Opportunities
• For night shelter caseworkers, willingness to work a minimum of one evening per week
• This post will require an enhanced DBS check prior and during employment

Desirable

• Ability to speak Polish, Romanian or other Eastern European languages
• Experience of working alongside volunteers

Online Community Coordinator

£26,225 pa

Ideally based near one of office locations (Cardiff, Leeds, London or Manchester) but the role will primarily involve working at home.

Job description

One in four of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We’re here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses.

Together we will be unstoppable.

The online community coordinator will help create a safe, welcoming online community where disabled people can connect, share experiences and discuss topics that matter to them.

They will work alongside online community coordinators and online community children and family specialists. Together, the team moderates discussions, creates content, manages newsletters, answers member queries, supports volunteers and runs community engagement programmes.

Permanent, full time (35 hours a week, will include some evenings and weekends)

Location: Ideally based near one of office locations (Cardiff, Leeds, London or Manchester) but the role will primarily involve working at home.

Closing date for applications: 11:59pm GMT, Sunday 30th August 2026.

The Role

The online community coordinator’s main responsibilities are to make the online community a safe and supportive place.

You will do this by:

· Moderating community content, including managing, moving, renaming and organising discussions, as well as our shared inboxes.

· Welcoming, supporting and engaging community members, responding to queries and signposting relevant resources.

· Creating, publishing and organising engaging community content, including discussions, blogs, games, videos, podcasts and newsletters.

· Recruiting, training, supporting and coordinating volunteer moderators and contributors.

· Promoting community safety by following safeguarding procedures and escalating concerns appropriately.

· Tracking and reporting on community performance, engagement and service data.

· Running community engagement programmes and initiatives to encourage participation.

· Supporting colleagues and volunteers through regular debriefing and reflective practice.

· Building relationships with external organisations to promote community content and opportunities.

Please include examples in your application that show how your skills, experience, and values match the person specification in the job description.

About You

We are looking for someone who enjoys connecting with people and helping online communities thrive. You are a confident communicator who can build positive relationships, make fair decisions and create welcoming online spaces where people feel supported and respected.

You are comfortable handling sensitive situations, responding to a range of enquiries and balancing competing priorities. You will have a good eye for detail, be confident using digital tools and enjoy finding practical solutions to problems.

You are someone who:

· Writes clear, accurate and accessible content in plain English.

· Can communicate professionally and sensitively with people, including when dealing with challenging or emotional situations.

· Uses good judgement to make fair and evidence-based decisions while following policies, procedures and safeguarding processes.

· Builds positive relationships with community members, volunteers, colleagues and partners.

· Is organised, able to manage competing priorities and maintain attention to detail.

· Works independently, takes initiative and manages their workload effectively.

· Is confident learning and using digital systems and online platforms.

· Can analyse information, solve problems and know when to escalate issues.

· Enjoys working collaboratively and contributing to shared goals.

It would be great if you also bring:

· Experience encouraging participation and engagement in online communities.

· Experience creating content for newsletters, blogs, websites or social media.

· Experience supporting volunteers, peer supporters or community members.

· An understanding of the social model of disability.

· Experience using data and insight to improve services, engagement or member experience.

· Basic HTML or web content editing skills

We welcome applications from people with lived experience of disability and from all backgrounds.

We also ask you to share how you support Scope’s values and contribute to our mission of creating an equal future with disabled people.

Additional information

You must have the legal right to work in the UK to apply for this role. We cannot provide visa sponsorship. 

Anonymised applications

We use an anonymised application process to support our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

All applicants must submit an anonymised CV and complete a short online application form.

Our values

Pioneering, Courageous, Connected, Open, Fair.

We trust each other and give colleagues freedom to be creative, push boundaries, and change minds.

Disability confident scheme

We are proud to be a charity committed to disability equality. We welcome applications from disabled people and anyone with an impairment, long-term condition, or access need. We want our colleagues to reflect the diverse communities we serve.

Scope is a Disability Confident Leader. We are committed to making sure disabled people have fair and equal access to work. As part of this, we aim to offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential requirements of the role.

To be considered under our Offer an Interview Scheme (previously the Guaranteed Interview Scheme), please tick the relevant box on your application form.

If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please email us via our website.

You can also find more information about requesting adjustments for interviews on our website.

Important to know:

You must meet all the essential requirements in the job description.

If we receive a high number of applications for a role, we may need to prioritise interviews for disabled applicants who best meet the role criteria.

You can also find more details about asking for adjustments at interview on our website.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)

EDI is a priority at Scope. We welcome applications from people of colour and other underrepresented communities. We aim to create a culture where everyone feels they belong, treating all with dignity and respect. As a disability equality charity, accessibility and inclusion come first. We listen, learn and continuously improve.

You can find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion on the Scope website. 

Benefits

· 27 days holiday and bank holidays

· Flexible, hybrid, and remote working options

· Pay progression at 6 months and 2 years

· Company pension

· Excellent training and career development

· Strong colleague networks (disability, race, LGBTQ+, gender, social mobility, carers, young people)

· Discounted gym membership, cycle-to-work scheme, and more

How to apply

Click the apply button to create an account and complete your application form.

Location: Hybrid – Home-based with some regional travel in England

Reports to: Head of Programmes and Impact

Contract: Fixed-term/Temporary maternity cover, approx. 12-month secondment

Salary: £30,600 per annum

Application deadline: Thursday 27th August at 9am

Interview information: We plan to hold online interviews from week commencing 7th September

About The Girls’ Network:

The Girls' Network is a national charity with a mission to inspire and empower girls from the least advantaged communities by connecting them with a network of professional women role models and volunteer mentors. We believe no girl should have her future limited by her gender, ethnicity, background, or parental income. Our vision is a future where all girls are supported to realise their ambitions, discover their self-worth, and shape their own futures.

We partner with secondary schools and colleges across multiple regions in England, including London, Merseyside, Portsmouth, Southampton, Sussex, Tees Valley, Tyne & Wear and the West Midlands. We match girls aged 14–19 with trained volunteer mentors for one-to-one support. In addition to this core mentoring, workshops, and access to an Ambassador Community that provides continued opportunities for development, career support, and connection.

Role Summary:

The Programme Development Officer is responsible for ensuring that The Girls' Network develops high-quality, consistent, and impactful programmes for girls and young women across all regions. Working closely with the colleagues in the Programme team, volunteers, and education establishments, the post-holder will support the development and continuous improvement of our mentoring, workshop, and ambassador offer. They will ensure that programmes are grounded in best practice and aligned to organisational strategy. Key responsibilities include leading programme quality assurance, developing resources, and delivering staff and volunteer training, while embedding learning from delivery to strengthen outcomes.

Alongside programme development duties, the post-holder will also be a member of the safeguarding team, acting as a Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO). In this capacity, they will support the organisation's commitment to providing safe and inclusive programmes to girls and young women. This role involves supporting delivery staff on day-to-day safeguarding issues, refining policies as required, carrying out risk assessments, and auditing procedures to guarantee that safeguarding frameworks are consistently understood, accurately recorded, and central to service delivery.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

Programme Development

• Support the development and continuous improvement of The Girls' Network's programme offer, ensuring delivery aligns with organisational strategy and responds to the needs of the girls and young women we serve.

• Develop and maintain programme standards, frameworks, and guidance to drive consistent, high-quality delivery across all regions.

• Take ownership of The Girls' Network volunteering platform, ensuring it effectively supports volunteer engagement and delivery.

• Ensure mentoring, workshops, and wider programme activities are aligned with The Girls' Network Theory of Change.

• Work collaboratively with the wider programme team to identify opportunities to strengthen and evolve programme delivery.

• Stay informed of sector research and emerging practice on mentoring, youth issues, and girls' empowerment, embedding relevant learning into programme design.

• Collaborate with the Head of Programmes & Impact to ensure programme development activity reflects both operational needs and strategic priorities.

Quality Assurance and Improvement

• Design and implement robust quality assurance processes that underpin excellence and consistency across programme delivery.

• Conduct programme reviews, fieldwork, and quality assurance activities, identifying strengths, risks, and opportunities for improvement.

• Work closely with the National Programme Manager to embed programme standards in day-to-day delivery and support the sharing of best practice across teams.

• Produce actionable recommendations and improvement plans to enhance programme effectiveness and operational delivery.

• Ensure programme resources, guidance, and delivery materials remain current, relevant, and aligned to organisational priorities.

• Foster a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement across programme delivery teams.

Programme Resources and Training

• Support the development, review, and maintenance of programme resources, workshop content, and mentoring materials.

• Design and deliver training, guidance, and support for programme staff and volunteers to enable effective and consistent delivery.

• Facilitate learning opportunities that build programme delivery capability across the organisation.

Safeguarding

• Act as a Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO) and support the development, implementation, and regular review of safeguarding policies and procedures across the organisation.

• Act as a key point of contact for day-to-day safeguarding concerns, informing the Designated Safeguarding Lead(s) or relevant statutory bodies of situations/outcomes

• Provide quality safeguarding advice and guidance to staff and volunteers as required.

• Manage and respond to safeguarding concerns, disclosures and referrals, ensuring accurate documentation and appropriate action is taken in line with statutory requirements and The Girls’ Network policies. Initiate and coordinate referrals to external agencies and services, ensuring follow-up actions are carried out and monitored

• Contribute to the delivery of safeguarding training and the promotion of best practice across the organisation

• Keep abreast of safeguarding practice, making recommendations as appropriate, to ensure compliance with statutory and organisational guidelines

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation, emerging risks, and sector best practice.

• Collate and produce safeguarding reports, data, and narrative for Head of Programmes and Impact as/when required.

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties required.
 

Person Specification:

Essential

• Qualified teacher or experienced trainer, with a proven ability to design and deliver engaging learning programmes.

• Experience of developing, implementing, and improving youth, mentoring, education, or employability programmes.

• Experience of quality assurance, programme reviews, or service improvement activities.

• Experience developing resources, frameworks, guidance, or training materials.

• Experience using feedback, learning, and evaluation findings to inform programme development.

• Strong organisational and project management skills, including accurate record-keeping, case management, reporting and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across a wide range of internal and external partners.

• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, with a clear understanding of the barriers faced by girls and young women from disadvantaged backgrounds.

• Strong knowledge of child and adult safeguarding legislation, risk assessment, statutory guidance, and best practice.

• Experience managing safeguarding disclosures and referrals, including liaison with statutory agencies (e.g., social care, police, safeguarding boards).

• Ability to handle sensitive and complex cases with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgement.

• Ability and willingness to travel across our regions, as/when required (travel expenses will be reimbursed).

Desirable

• A full, clean driving licence.

• Experience working within the charity, education, youth, or mentoring sectors.

• Experience developing youth participation and voice programmes.

• Experience designing and implementing quality assurance frameworks, including evaluation approaches focused on outcomes and engagement.

• Knowledge of social and emotional learning, employability, or youth development approaches.

• Experience facilitating training and professional development for staff or volunteers.

• Experience using digital platforms or developing digital resources to support learning, engagement or programme delivery.

• Understanding of charity sector governance and the specific safeguarding considerations when working with volunteers.

• Knowledge of current trends and best practice in mentoring, education, or youth development programmes.

How to apply

Please apply as soon as possible. You will be asked to complete your application by submitting your CV and answering a few application questions.

Appointees are subject to a DBS check. You must have the right to work in the UK to apply.

The deadline to submit your application is 27th August at 9am. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Use of AI in applications

AI can be a helpful tool for inclusivity and accessibility, and we recognise that it may support applicants with spelling or grammar. However, when it comes to our selection process, what matters most to us is hearing your authentic voice and personal experiences. We're not looking for polished answers — just your own experiences, in your own words.

Diversity at our core

The Girls' Network is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating discrimination. In line with the Equality Act 2010, if you require any reasonable adjustments to support you with any stage of this recruitment process, please contact the HR team.

Our Benefits

• 27 holiday days per year, plus public holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff)

• Option to purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave every year

• Gifted birthday leave

• 3 days volunteering leave per year

• Extended and comprehensive sick pay policy

• Enhanced Family Leave pay policy

• Pension scheme

• Annual professional development fund to help you grow

• 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support

• Benefit from flexible, remote working options with a full suite of home office equipment.

• A dedicated Girls’ Network buddy, available beyond the induction period for ongoing support

Financial Accountant – Income and Payroll Focus (FPA&A)

Salary: £47,851 - £52,380

Location: National / predominantly remote working

MLC Partners is recruiting a Financial Accountant – Income and Payroll Focus (FPA&A) for a large, highly impactful organisation operating nationally across the UK.

This is a key role responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of income and payroll-related financial information, while working collaboratively with colleagues across Finance and the wider organisation.

This is a great opportunity to join a purpose-led, values-driven organisation in a role that offers plenty of ownership and exposure across the wider finance function.

You'll be joining an organisation committed to investing in its people, creating an inclusive working environment and supporting colleagues to develop and progress in their careers.

The role is predominantly remote, with a national remit and connection to a regional business unit.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Financial Planning, Analysis & Accounting, you will take responsibility for key areas of income and payroll accounting, supporting robust month-end processes and ensuring financial information is complete, accurate and appropriately controlled.

You will work closely with colleagues across Finance, Payroll, Accounts Receivable and operational teams, providing both technical accounting expertise and practical support.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Taking ownership of income accounting, accruals and adjustments, ensuring they are accurate, complete and compliant with relevant accounting standards.
• Driving the period close process for income and payroll-related areas, reviewing actuals, trends and exceptions and resolving issues promptly.
• Preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, including deferred income and income provisions.
• Working closely with Payroll to ensure salary-related accruals and adjustments are accurately reflected within the accounts.
• Supporting budget holders and Finance colleagues with income and payroll queries, helping to identify root causes and reduce recurring issues.
• Providing cover and support around billing, income processing and cash collection, helping maintain resilient processes across the team.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, with a focus on getting things right first time and reducing manual entries at month and year-end.
• Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and year-end audit, producing high-quality working papers and responding to auditor queries.

About you:

You will have a good understanding of income recognition, accruals, deferred income, provisions and payroll-related costs, alongside practical experience of balance sheet reconciliations and period close activities. Previous involvement in audit processes and preparing audit evidence or working papers will also be important.

Beyond your technical expertise, you will be proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused, with strong attention to detail and a commitment to financial accuracy.

You will need:

• Studying towards or already hold a professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA
• Experience across financial accounting, income accounting and/or month-end processes.
• Comfortable working to tight deadlines.
• Strong understanding of income recognition, accruals, deferred income, provisions and payroll-related costs
• Practical experience of balance sheet reconciliations and period close activities.

· Previous involvement in audit processes and preparing audit evidence or working papers will also be important.

• Strong attention to detail and communication skills to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Confident using finance systems and excel.

The organisation is open to part-qualified candidates, so this could be particularly attractive to someone progressing through ACA, ACCA or CIMA who already has solid experience within the Financial Accounting function.

If you’re looking for a role where finance is genuinely expected to partner, influence and challenge, please get in touch with Sam at MLC Partners for a confidential conversation.

As Welcome Team Leader you will work as part of the Engagement team, leading a team of Welcome Hosts to provide a warm welcome and overall excellent visitor experience at Southwark Cathedral. Acting as a central point of contact, you will lead, support and develop the Welcome Team to deliver a friendly and engaging visit and ensure a high standard of customer service. You will work closely with the Head of Engagement to support the development of the Welcome Team through training and support, organise rotas and ensure adequate cover of all positions, and support the overall goal to increase visitor numbers, donations and visitor engagement. 

If you have experience in:

• Managing a team, supervision and team training
• Working within a heritage, public engagement or visitor attraction setting
• Dealing with customer feedback or complaints

And are:

• Customer focused, passionate about excellent engagement and welcome
• A skilled and engaging communicator
• Committed to continuous organisation improvement and the ability to act as an agent of change, with an understanding of and enthusiasm for the Cathedral’s overall vision and values, and sympathy with the Christian faith.

Then we would love to hear from you.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Act as main point of contact with Welcome Team acting for daily visitor engagement operations, liaising with other onsite teams, including Vergers, Retail, Property and Enterprise;
• Line manage the paid Welcome Team, ensuring a high standard of welcome and visitor service is provided;
• Carry out regular walk rounds of the site to support Welcome Team members, collaborate and provide feedback and ensure standards are consistently met;
• Cover Welcome Team positions as an when required, providing a welcoming, friendly and engaging visitor experience to all visitors to the Cathedral;
• Organise monthly rotas for the Welcome Team to ensure all days are adequately staffed, managing annual leave, sickness and overtime requests;
• Work alongside the Head of Engagement to develop and maintain training sessions and ensure mandatory training is up to date;
• Attend weekly Cathedral Diary meetings and manage daily service sheets and promotional materials;
• Handle complaints procedure and any difficult customers;
• Manage the recording of daily visitor numbers and donation figures;
• Take the lead on card payments for on the day ticket sales for public and group tours, and other engagement events;
• Attend the Health and Safety Committee and ensure the Welcome Team are confident and compliant with all health, safety, security and safeguarding policies and procedures;
• Take an active role in providing visitors with information about the Cathedral and its history, upcoming events, donation points, services and more;
• Communicate with pre-booked and un-booked tour groups requiring access to the Cathedral;
• Refer any visitor in need of pastoral care to the Day Chaplain or clergy;
• Encourage visitors to donate to the Cathedral through the various platforms available in the Cathedral and online and to encourage those making a donation to Gift Aid it should they be eligible to do so;
• Direct visitors to the Cathedral Shop and Café encouraging secondary spend;
• Promote the sale of information products such as the Visitor Map and Guidebook; 

Closing date: 11.59pm on Wednesday, June 17th

Interviews are planned for Friday, June 26th

Introduction to the Cathedral 

Southwark Cathedral has been a place of Christian worship for over 1400 years. Now it stands on the vibrant and exciting regenerated south bank of the Thames surrounded by cultural venues such as Tate Modern, Shakespeare’s Globe and Borough Market, the offices of major companies as well as schools and diverse residential communities. It is an inclusive Christian community that offers a welcome to all. 

The Cathedral’s mission, ministry and musical tradition are core to its life as a Cathedral and a parish church serving the community. It also relies on the valuable financial contribution made by its income generating activities such as its shop, café, conference rooms, corporate events and concerts. It is a very busy place, attracting 290,000 visitors a year to the Cathedral, its churchyard and medieval herb garden. The Cathedral relies on a small but dedicated team to be inclusive and welcoming to all.

Southwark Cathedral is committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer. We believe in promoting and building a diverse and inclusive team, and workplace, culture and governance structures that are welcoming to and respectful of all. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people whatever their ethnicity, background, age, disability, long term condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Southwark Cathedral is committed to a culture of safeguarding, especially for children, young people, and vulnerable adults. The Cathedral has adopted the Church of England policy statement ‘Promoting a Safer Church (2017)’; Safeguarding Learning and Development (2024) and the Safer Recruitment and People Management Guidance (2021). Every member of our team is recruited according to these policies and is required to complete safeguarding training.

Appointment to this role is subject to satisfactory references and the right to work in the UK.

We are looking for someone to join our team as Programme Coordinator.  We want you to use your creativity to help children, young people and adults transform their lives, the services they use and the communities they live in. This role will work with the Programme Manager and our other Programme Coordinator to and will mainly focus on the delivery and development of our Creative Mentoring Programme with support to our Youth Voice and Creative Futures work as allocated.

You will bring with you experience in programme and event coordination, excellent communication skills including working with children and young people.  You will have experience of preparing and delivering workshops, presentations and training activities.

Job Role: Domestic Violence and Abuse Co-ordinator

Salary: £26,200 per year

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Contract type: Permanent

Location: Somerset

Additional information:

A valid driving licence and access to own vehicle

Participation in an on-call out-of-hours rota

Regular travel across the Somerset area

Alongside is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. However, this is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

About Alongside:

Alongside is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society. We run several projects and every year we help thousands of people out of homelessness, into employment, away from domestic abuse, and more.

If you’d like a real sense of job satisfaction, great career prospects and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we’re looking for!

About the Role:

As a Domestic Violence and Abuse Co-ordinator, you’ll play a vital role in supporting victims and survivors of domestic abuse to rebuild their lives. Working holistically, you’ll carry out in‑depth needs assessments and develop tailored support plans that reflect each individual’s circumstances, strengths, and goals.

You’ll provide compassionate, trauma‑informed case management, advocacy, and resettlement support for people with a wide range of complex social and housing needs. From navigating services and securing safe accommodation to monitoring progress and celebrating milestones, you’ll walk alongside survivors every step of the way — empowering them to move forward with safety, dignity, and confidence.

This is a deeply rewarding role where your work will make a meaningful, lasting difference every single day.

What you’ll be doing:

Conduct key works sessions on a regular basis whilst developing individual support and risk management plans.

Establish the risks and needs of survivors and their children through assessing their practical and emotional support needs.

Champion safeguarding by following policies and procedures to keep everyone safe, and that any concerns are brought to immediate attention of a manager.

Collaborative multi-agency working to advocate for survivors ensuring their needs are met.

Maintain accurate client records using our system, INFORM.

Please note: Job descriptions are not exhaustive, and the successful candidate may occasionally be asked to take on other duties that align with the key responsibilities outlined.

You can view the full job description by clicking here.

What we’re looking for:

Understanding of domestic abuse including the impact this has on victims and their children.

Experience working in a housing, social or health care setting.

There are many great reasons to join our team!

Access to our Rewards Platform, which includes an Employee Assistance Programme and Health Cash Plan

27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, plus bank holidays - increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment (pro rata for part-time staff)

30% staff discount at Alongside charity shop

A generous and competitive pension scheme

A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted

Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators

For all the fantastic and valuable work, you’ll be doing, you’ll be eligible for the Blue Light Card which offers amazing discounts on thousands of brands

Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators

Our Ethos

As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion & Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter.

If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. We accept CVs and applications in all formats.

DBS Checks

We welcome applications from people with lived experience. All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming an employee, the decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role. If you would like to discuss any convictions you may have, please contact the person named in the advert. All information will be dealt with according to our Data Protection Policy.

Role Overview:
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with our client on a fantastic Challenge Events Officer role. The successful candidate will oversee and deliver a dynamic portfolio of challenge events, ensuring exceptional participant experiences while supporting income generation and long-term supporter engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver a range of UK and international challenge events in line with organisational objectives.
• Manage logistics, timelines, suppliers, and participant communication to ensure smooth event execution.
• Collaborate with external partners and providers to enhance event delivery and safety standards.
• Support risk management, health and safety, and compliance processes across all challenge activities.
• Engage and motivate participants through targeted communication and resource provision to maximise fundraising outcomes.
• Recruit participants via community outreach, digital channels, and fundraising initiatives.
• Work closely with fundraising teams to identify potential participants and support their engagement and retention.
• Contribute to marketing efforts, including promotional content and digital campaigns, to drive event participation.
• Maintain accurate records of participant data, fundraising achievements, and engagement in the CRM system.
• Provide regular updates, reports, and insights on event performance and supporter activity to relevant stakeholders.
• Support the Challenge Events Committee by implementing plans, preparing reports, and acting as a link between the committee and wider teams.
• Represent the organisation externally at networking events, community activities, and sector forums.
• Ensure all activity complies with relevant regulations, data protection, and organisational policies.

Person Specification:

• Proven experience delivering challenge or fundraising events, such as marathons or similar activities.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to motivate and support participants to achieve their fundraising goals.
• Knowledge of health & safety procedures, risk management, and compliance in event settings.
• Familiarity with CRM and data management systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently when required.
• Flexibility to work outside standard hours for events and related activities.
• Commitment to high standards of supporter care, confidentiality, and organisational values.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary: £30,000 - £33,000
• Location: Hybrid – 3 days per week in North London
• Contract: Permanent

How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.

Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

Who Are We Looking For? 

We are seeking an experienced Associate Trainer to deliver high-quality training and workshops across Northern Ireland on behalf of Ygam. Although remote working, they would need to be living in NI for travel and delivery purposes. This position is offered on a self-employed associate basis (contract for services). The post holder will facilitate engaging learning experiences, maintain high standards of safeguarding and quality assurance, and contribute to Ygam's mission by helping professionals understand and respond to gaming and gambling-related harms affecting children and young people.

The role is ideal for an experienced trainer, educator or youth practitioner with strong facilitation skills and knowledge of safeguarding, education or public health, who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.  You will be confident working independently and remotely, while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.

You will be skilled at adapting training delivery to meet the needs of different audiences and contexts, ensuring sessions are inclusive, engaging and responsive to participant needs.

Ygam is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applicants from underrepresented backgrounds, including people with lived experience of gaming and gambling harms, people with disabilities, people from minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ people, neurodivergent people and armed forces veterans. 

Main Role and Responsibilities

You will be responsible for delivering training across Ygam’s portfolio of programmes, including education, youth work, health, social care, community and sporting sectors.

You will lead workshops and training both online and face to face. The role will support professionals, parents, carers and young people to understand and help prevent gaming and gambling harms. It will focus on using education to increase awareness of the social, environmental and commercial influences, including the practices of the industries, that can shape behaviours and increase the risk of harm among young people.

A crucial element of your role will be updating all relevant records and CRM systems.

You will be required to market additional learning, resources, and training opportunities to delegates and to promote the work of Ygam at conferences and events.

Role Requirements

Duties will include but not be limited to:

Delivery 

· Deliver the Ygam portfolio of workshops (online and face to face)

· Provide high-quality training to a range of professionals and young people in line with Ygam’s quality standards and facilitator guidance

· Be responsive to delegates needs, providing excellent customer service and answering questions and queries in a supportive manner

· Provide regular feedback on training materials, recommending adjustments if needed for Northern Ireland

· Escalate safeguarding, wellbeing or reputational concerns promptly in accordance with Ygam policies and procedures

· Act as an ambassador for Ygam, ensuring all interactions with delegates and stakeholders reflect organisational values and professional standards

· Highlight further training and / or partnership opportunities for Engagement Managers through workshops and delegate contact.

Planning 

· Work with Engagement Managers to schedule delivery

· Ensure all resources and materials are up to date and be prepared for delivery

· Develop materials for information sessions and present to external stakeholders

· Ensure joining instructions are sent to all delegates

· Develop stakeholder relationships, providing ongoing support for those trained.

· Attend key events as arranged with Programme Lead to represent Ygam

· Maintain awareness of local priorities, policy developments and stakeholder networks within Northern Ireland to support effective delivery and relationship building

· Support Engagement Managers with networking and presentations for external stakeholders

· Work closely with Ygam colleagues to promote and collaborate across the programme portfolio

Outcomes:

· Ensure accuracy of data utilising the CRM system

· Encourage completion of post training surveys

· Remain up to date with the latest evidence-based research on gaming and gambling harms

Learning and Development:

· Work closely with The Programme Lead: Engagement, to develop objectives and review performance.

· Ensure all relevant CPD is completed and up to date on platforms such as IHasco

· Attend support sessions with line manager (both remotely and in person). 

· Record performance in your monthly 1-1’s with your line manager

· Engage in peer observation and feedback to encourage reflection on your practice and learning from colleagues.

Administration:

· Send out joining instructions via our CRM system to delegates prior to workshops 

· Record attendance and email delegates post workshop to gather feedback 

· Ensure all records are maintained in accordance with GDPR/data protection legislation

· Work in collaboration with your line manager to adapt and improve programme processes, administrative and training content.

· Manage workload, communications and administrative tasks in a timely manner to support effective delivery as an Associate Trainer

Person Specification 

Essential:

· Experience delivering training online and face to face training to both adults, children and young people

· Proficiency with online delivery and experience using MS Teams and Zoom to facilitate online learning

· Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and maintain high standards of organisation

· Understanding of safeguarding principles and their application within education, youth, health or community settings

· Ability to explain complex topics such as gaming risks, online behaviours and digital harms in a clear and accessible way.

· Public speaking experience

· Prior experience of working in education, public health or youth services, with a detailed understanding of children and young people’s services

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Strong IT skills (MS Word, Excel & PowerPoint especially)

· Experience of driving projects to achieve agreed outcomes

· Ability to work in a highly organised manner with a keen eye for absolute detail.

· Ability to work as a self-employed associate and manage own schedule

· Employment rights to live and work in the UK

· Experience of working collectively as a team to meet targets.

· Willingness to travel where necessary for the role.

· Ability to capture outcomes and impact data, (quantitative and qualitative) to help inform practise.

Desirable:

· Knowledge of the Northern Ireland education and health system

· Strong interest / understanding of public health and prevention-based approach to harm reduction

· Knowledge of safeguarding arrangements and children's services within Northern Ireland

· Experience delivering training informed by a public health or prevention-based approach

· Strong networking and relationships building skills

· Experience utilising CRM systems, particularly Salesforce

The successful applicant will be subject to reference checks, an Enhanced Access NI check, and must have Employment rights to live and work in the UK.

Oriau: 28awr yr wythnos (0.8 Cyfwerth â Llawn Amser) | Cyfnod penodol: Blwyddyn o’r penodiad

Gradd B: £25,178 – £27,241 (pro-rata)

Dyddiad cau ar gyfer gwneud cais: hanner nos ddydd Sul 23 Awst

Dyma gyfle cyffrous i chwarae rhan hollbwysig o ran gyrru Cymdeithas Ddysgedig Cymru yn ei blaen: sicrhau ein bod yn gweithredu hyd gorau ein gallu – fel sefydliad effeithiol a phroffesiynol sy’n cael ei reoli’n dda – fel y gallwn gyflawni ein strategaeth uchelgeisiol er budd Cymru. Bydd ein Cynorthwyydd Gweithrediadau yn darparu cymorth amhrisiadwy i’r tîm Gweithrediadau, Cyllid a Llywodraethu i sicrhau bod ein sefydliad yn cael ei redeg yn ddidrafferth.

Byddai’r swydd hon yn addas ar gyfer unigolyn rhagweithiol, trefnus sy’n rhoi sylw i fanylion ac a fyddai’n mwynhau swydd amrywiol yn cefnogi tîm deinamig, a bod yn rhan ohono. Ar gyfer rôl lefel Cynorthwyydd, nid ydym yn disgwyl i chi fod â phrofiad sylweddol o waith blaenorol, ond rydym yn chwilio am rywun sy’n gallu ysgogi ei hun, sydd ag awydd i ddysgu, ac mae agwedd ragweithiol wrth gynorthwyo pobl eraill a dod o hyd i ddatrysiadau yn hanfodol.

Mae CDdC yn cefnogi unigolion sydd wrthi’n dysgu Cymraeg. Nid yw bod yn rhugl yn y Gymraeg yn ofynnol ar gyfer y swydd hon, ond mae’r gallu i gyfathrebu yn y Gymraeg yn ddymunol, a’r parodrwydd i ddysgu yn hanfodol.

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Hours: 0.8FTE (28hrs per week) | Fixed term: 1 year from appointment

Salary: Grade B: £25,178 – £27,241 (pro-rata)

Application deadline: midnight on Sunday 23 August

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in taking the Learned Society of Wales forward: ensuring we are operating at our very best – as an effective, well-governed and professional organisation – so that we can deliver our ambitious strategy to benefit Wales.  Our Operations Assistant will provide invaluable support to the Operations, Finance and Governance team to ensure the smooth running of our organisation.

This post would suit a proactive, organised and detail-focussed person who would enjoy a varied role supporting, and being part of, a dynamic team. For an Assistant-level role we do not expect you to have substantial previous work experience, but we are looking for a self-starter with a keenness to learn, and a proactive attitude to assisting others and finding solutions is essential.

LSW supports active Welsh learners at all levels. Fluency in Welsh is not a requirement of this post, but the ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable and a willingness to learn is essential.

Location: Hybrid, London (1 day per week in the office, ideally Wednesday or Thursday)
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Temporary, 6 months
Pay: £24.75 per hour (+ holiday pay)
Start Date: ASAP (ideally w/c 17th August)

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting in the search for an experienced Senior Direct Marketing Executive to join their fundraising team on a temporary basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a major year-end fundraising appeal. Working closely with internal stakeholders, agencies and freelancers, you'll lead direct mail activity while supporting wider multi-channel fundraising campaigns. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of a major direct mail fundraising campaign.
• Manage campaign timelines, creative development and supplier relationships.
• Coordinate copywriters, designers, data briefs and production schedules.
• Support the planning and delivery of fundraising email campaigns.
• Monitor campaign performance and provide optimisation recommendations.
• Collaborate with fundraising, digital and data teams to deliver integrated campaigns.

Requirements:

• Strong experience delivering successful direct mail fundraising campaigns.
• Ability to hit the ground running and manage complex projects independently.
• Experience delivering email marketing campaigns and supporter communications.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, including agencies and freelancers.
• Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Knowledge of digital advertising channels would be advantageous.

CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so if you're interested in the role, please apply ASAP with your CV in a Word format.

At Prospectus, we are committed to supporting you throughout your application journey. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity.

Prospectus is delighted to be leading the search for the Head of Research Policy and Legal. This role leads the development of evidence-based, equity-driven research, policy and legal interventions that advance a rapid and fair transition away from oil and gas production in the UK.

Our client supports efforts to create a rapid and fair transition away from oil and gas production in the UK. We urgently need to phase out oil and gas drilling to stay within safe climate limits. Yet, despite having renewable resources in abundance, the UK remains Europe’s second largest oil and gas producer.

We can and must be ambitious about moving past oil and gas production, while empowering and supporting workers and communities who rely on the industry for their livelihoods. Working with everyone from policy-makers and Parliamentarians, to academics and campaigners, the organisation undertakes research, analysis and campaigning to support a rapid and fair transition away from oil and gas production in the UK.

This role leads the development of evidence-based, equity-driven research, policy and legal interventions that advance a rapid and fair transition away from oil and gas production in the UK. Core responsibilities will include:

Team management and staff development

• Leading the organisation's RPL team, fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture and line-managing senior staff.
• Supporting Principal advisers and researchers to lead their respective sub-teams Implementing project management, commissioning, and prioritisation processes for smooth organisational integration, and overseeing monitoring, evaluation, learning, and the team budget to support fundraising.

Strategy, thought leadership and advocacy

• Defining and overseeing the organisation's research, policy, and legal agenda.
• Translating the mission into evidence-based proposals, providing thought leadership to the climate sector.
• Strengthening messaging, brand, advocacy, and partnerships with high-quality insights and quality assurance, and building high-level relationships with external stakeholders and overseeing commissioned work.

Organisational leadership and management

• Contributing actively to organisational strategy and culture as a Senior Management Team (SMT) member.
• Monitoring risks, implementing mitigations, and ensuring smooth cross-team collaboration.

General responsibilities and duties

• Fulfilling duties professionally in accordance with operational policies and wider objectives.
• Contributing to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of activities.
• Maintaining positive stakeholder relations and work outside usual hours if required.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Catherine Bunting at Prospectus.