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South East London Mind’s Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Employment Service helps people with mental health needs back into work. We aim to increase the number of people moving into paid employment from Community Mental Health Teams.
We are currently seeking two permanent IPS Employment Specialists to work as part of our team in Greenwich. You will deliver the IPS approach (for which training will be given).
We welcome applications from all experience levels and backgrounds. What you will need is the ability to motivate and build relationships with participants, strong organisational skills, the confidence to communicate and engage with a range of employers, and a fundamental belief that anyone with a health condition can work.
What we’re looking for:
Relationship building with employers: Ability to initiate and develop relationships with a variety of individuals and be able to engage employers using a variety of methods such as via telephone, online platforms or face-to-face in the community.
Record keeping: Strong attention to detail, ensuring accurate and timely recording of case notes and data, essential for monitoring progress and achieving targets.
Collaboration: The ability to work seamlessly within a multidisciplinary team, forging connections and enhancing the overall care experience for participants.
Perseverance: The determination to overcome setbacks, find solutions, and continue advocating for participants’, even in the face of challenges.
Innovation: Bringing fresh ideas to the table, exploring creative ways to break down employment barriers, and promoting inclusive practices within the workplace.
The successful candidates will work in line with the 25-points fidelity scale.
More information about IPS Employment support is available on our website.
Successful applicants will be expected to undergo an Enhanced Level Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Closing date: Monday 26th May (11:59pm)
Likely interview date: Week beginning 9th June
We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications.
About Us
SEL Mind supports people with mental health problems and dementia in the boroughs of Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark. We are proud of our diverse workforce and know that our organisation is made stronger by the variety of backgrounds, experience, and ideas within it. We promote a culture of inclusion and representation, and are working hard to build a workforce that even better reflects the communities we support.
SEL Mind is somewhere that you can be your authentic self without fear of discrimination on the grounds of ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, neurodivergence, gender, age, lived experience of mental health problems or anything else that’s part of who you are.
Read more about staff benefits and why staff love working here on our website.
We work to be there when it matters for people living with mental health problems and dementia in Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham, and Southwark




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You will provide advice and representation to rough sleepers within northwest London to end homelessness. By resolving immigration status of service users, you will help eliminate destitution and allow them to access support for a better future - an initiative funded under the London Councils Homelessness Project.
You will work closely with supporting organisations including local authorities and homelessness organisations to break down barriers caused by immigration status and support migrant communities to thrive and become independent.
Established in 1970, NKLC is the first community-based legal service centre that fights for equality and justice for the disadvantaged residents our locality. We are proud that we have ended homelessness for many within our community who now have access to employment and study for a better future ahead. Sadly, due to In the height of the cost of living crisis, homlessness persists in the capital. As a result, the Mayors project has now been extended to end of March 2026 so we can continue supporting those facing destitution.
Vacancy Details:
To apply for the post, please email your CV with a detailed statement of no more than 1000 words demonstrating how you meet the Person Specification Criteria and Specific Details section. You must cover all sections of the Specification in the same order.
Closing date for applications:
Applications will be reviewed, and interviews offered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Shortlisted candidates will be initially contacted by email. If you have not received a response within 7 days of submission, please assume your application was unsuccessful.
If you have any disabilities and require special arrangements for interview process, please highlight this at the end of your statement.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Description
Science communication sits at the heart of everything we do at CSC. In this role, you’ll continue to deliver inspiring STEM engagement first-hand at our venues, while also leading and developing our dynamic team of Science and Weekend Communicators.
Your goal is to ensure that every visitor enjoys a high-quality, meaningful experience — one that stands out as one of the most positive and memorable STEM encounters of their lives. Achieving this means cultivating a team that feels confident, supported, and genuinely excited to come to work each day.
You will foster a collaborative and supportive team culture, taking responsibility for training schedules and rota management. While maintaining a proactive, can-do approach to service delivery, you’ll also keep a close eye on team capacity — raising any concerns and suggesting solutions to management in a timely and constructive way.
Working closely with the Visitor Experience Manager and the Outreach and Innovation Manager, you’ll motivate your team to maintain high standards across all CSC sites and actively encourage visitors to take advantage of engagement opportunities — from membership sign-ups and events to charitable donations and shop visits.
Key Responsibilities
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At both our main Cambridge centre and outreach venues, empower your team to deliver exceptional visitor experiences — creating positive STEM moments that have the power to inspire and transform.
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You are an active member of your team, delivering public, school, and community STEM engagement alongside the Science and Weekend Communicators.
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You take ownership of the Science and Weekend Communicator training calendar, working closely with the Product Development Officer and Visitor Experience Manager to schedule training in areas such as product knowledge, health and safety, and risk mitigation. You ensure strong training coverage across the team, supporting members to attend sessions promptly and make the most of the learning opportunities they provide.
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You take ownership of your team’s rota, oversee their logistics, and ensure their commitment to maintaining clean, organised, low-risk venues and well-prepared science communication kits.
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You work with the Visitor Experience Manager and Outreach and Innovation Manager to plan your team’s activities at least two months in advance, while remaining responsive to any circumstances that require swift rota adjustments.
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You coordinate feedback from your team on stock replenishment for science communication kits and ensure timely communication of these needs to the Delivery and Sales Administrator.
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Ensure the team is actively discussing and capturing insights about CSC audiences and the effectiveness of our interventions through observation, as well as formal and informal feedback.
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Ensure our venues are kept clean, tidy, and low-risk, with a prompt and effective response to any unforeseen circumstances.
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Ensure the team completes and archives risk assessments, and that any incidents are promptly resolved, handled effectively and considerately, and properly reported.
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Support your team in understanding and managing their capacity during both busy and quieter periods, and encourage individuals to assist the Product and Community Development teams when they have availability.
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Ensure your team is well-versed in how to promote CSC’s products, services, and charitable mission — and that they do so actively and confidently.
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Stay up to date with STEM news and best-in-class science communication practices across the sector.
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Foster a positive team and organisational culture that is open, communicative, considerate, and respectful of others.
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Ensure necessary administrative work is assigned within your team and delivered on time, including:
○ Completion of necessary event organisation planning documents and systems;
○ General reporting and action to ensure the equipment is maintained;
○ General reporting and action to support the maintenance of quality and accuracy of content;
○ Identifying training needs, and completing and recording training as soon as practical.
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Undertake other tasks and duties as reasonably required from time to time, such as capturing content for CSC’s social media channels.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
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At least 3 years’ experience as a Science Communicator
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Clear understanding of the operational processes and training needs for an effective Science Communicator team
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A reliable, detail-oriented, and responsive manager who supports individual team members, encourages creative thinking, and helps them bring their personality into their work
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Maintain a constant focus on improving processes, actively implementing changes where appropriate, and consulting with management when proposed changes may be significant or disruptive
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A clear vision for developing the skills, confidence, and overall effectiveness of your science communication team
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An eye for identifying compelling case studies and media content — including quotes, photos, and videos — to support the Marketing & Communications Manager in promoting CSC and showcasing your team’s excellence
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Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
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A people person: interested in individuals, skilled at active listening and responsive to interests and needs of young people and the adults in their lives
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Driven to deliver timely, high-quality outcomes in everything you do
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A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
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A passion for keeping up-to-date on worldwide developments in science, technology, engineering and maths
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Confidence in handling questions across a broad range of STEM topics
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Strong teamwork skills, enabling you to collaborate effectively with colleagues across the charity through conversations, projects, meetings, and other joint efforts.
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An ability to organise your own time and prioritise tasks as well as to adapt to changing priorities and to respond quickly to requests
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Willingness to learn new things and take initiative through independent research.
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Computer literate
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Achieve a satisfactory enhanced DBS check
Desirable Criteria
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Experience in science communication or working with diverse audiences, including families, adults, and children
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Customer service skills and experience
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Level 3 or equivalent qualifications in a STEM subject
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Full clean driving license
Working Conditions
The primary locations for this role will be Cambridge Science Centre's Head Office at 44 Clifton Road, Cambridge, CB1 7ED (assigned desk or workspace) and the Cambridge Science Centre at Trinity Centre, Cambridge Science Park, CB4 0FN (hotdesking model).
Working one weekend every three weeks, depending on Centre capacity. CSC plans rotas at least 4 weeks in advance to avoid consecutive weekend commitment where possible to do so.
In addition, there will be frequent travel (primarily driving with a company or hire vehicle) to the semi-permanent centre (Inspire Wisbech Centre, Wisbech, PE13 1AR) and, on occasion a variety of locations across the East of England, including schools and community venues, which will include occasional overnight stays.
We offer the option of flexible hybrid working where and when possible, when not delivering sessions.
Advancement Opportunities
Science Communicators and public engagement are at the heart of everything CSC does — and in this role, you lead that vital team. You’ll develop and refine your skills in how to deliver impactful STEM engagement across a variety of environments and audiences, adapting style, content, and operational approaches as needed. You’ll also play an active role in shaping how we communicate the value of our work to the wider world.
The breadth of this role offers diverse opportunities for career development. CSC invests in all staff through a structured career planning framework, which includes training, leadership opportunities, and the chance to develop audience and technical specialisms. Opportunities for individual growth are reviewed annually as part of this ongoing commitment.
Standard working hours are 7.5 hours per day
Parking and bike storage are available at both CSC locations.
Benefits include:
● 25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays
● Mental health support in partnership with BetterHelp
● Contributory pension scheme
Recruitment Process and Timeline:
To apply for the position of Engagement and Logistics Lead at Cambridge Science Centre, please submit your CV and a Cover Letter explaining why you are interested in joining the Centre and how your skills and experience align with the role.
At CSC, we’re committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our work. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in science engagement.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: London based / hybrid. If in receipt of London Weighting minimum two days a week in London office; Non-London weighting – one day a month in office (travel reimbursed)
A little bit about the role
The trusts fundraiser role sits in the fundraising team within the external relations division. The fundraising team is responsible for raising between £1m and £1.5m in fundraised income annually. Frontline’s philanthropic income complements the significant contract income the charity receives from central and local government and enables the charity to carry out its broader mission to create social change for hundreds of thousands of disadvantaged children.
Since we were founded in 2013, Frontline has leveraged its success to build committed, high impact partnerships with a number of prestigious supporters including trusts and foundations, corporates and high net worth individuals. Our new fundraising strategy focuses on continuing to grow our network of supporters by maintaining excellent relationships with our current funders while identifying new potential donors, and at the same time testing and developing fundraising through community and events and individual giving.
We are now looking for a trusts fundraiser to help drive this strategy forward. The successful candidate will have experience in building relationships and securing income, helping us to build relationships with new trust funders while stewarding effectively our current trust and foundation relationships.
The successful candidate will work closely with the head of fundraising and the fundraising manager to implement Frontline’s annual fundraising plan, taking specific responsibility for researching, building relationships with, writing persuasive proposals to and securing income from new trust and foundation funders, while also providing excellent stewardship and reporting to current funders. The fundraising team is supported by the marketing, events and communications staff of the external relations division.
Some key responsibilities include:
- To develop a pipeline of potential trust funders through prospect research, the development of strong relationships, and writing of persuasive, creative and inspiring applications.
- To arrange meetings and engagement opportunities with new funders, including ensuring that other Frontline staff are involved in supporting applications and pitches where appropriate.
- To account manage a portfolio of existing trust supporters, providing excellent stewardship and planning and writing high quality grant and funding reports in line with reporting deadlines.
- To work closely with other teams at Frontline, particularly the fellowship team and evaluation team, to develop proposals and reports, bring funders closer to our work and help inspire a culture of fundraising across the charity.
A little bit about you
You will be an experienced fundraiser, with experience in securing grants from trusts and foundations in particular. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, target-driven and passionate about delivering persuasive cases for support through crafting creative and imaginative funding proposals.
We have a fast-moving culture within the team and organisation, so we’re looking for someone who is who is well organised, details-focused and can use their initiative to do what works. You will have excellent communication skills, be able to build relationships with people and be willing to learn. There are lots of opportunities for growth and development in this role – and for the right candidate to make the role their own.
If you feel you have the skills to make a real impact and contribute to creating lasting social change for children and families, we would love to hear from you.
Important information
We have increased the diversity of Frontline’s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater racialised minority representation in our senior roles. We know the value racialised minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities.
We recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) such as ‘ChatGPT’ etc can be useful for applicants e.g. to shorten an initial draft, so we do not attempt to have an absolute ban on AI in applications. However we would caution applicants not to rely too much on AI in drafting answers to application questions. We want to hear your authentic voice arising out of your experience, and we will be looking for answers that use examples and experiences that are specific to you. You are more likely to be able to produce that kind of content yourself than an AI will.
We reserve the right to close this role ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications, so please apply as soon as you can!
Visa sponsorship is not guaranteed
To make life better for children at risk of harm, by improving the services that support them.




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The successful candidate will join our busy Governance team, reporting to the Head of Governance and working closely within a core team of two officers and two senior officers.
As a Senior Governance Officer, you will provide high quality governance support to the senior executive, Board and Committees as well as other stakeholders across the Fund engaging pro-actively with other teams and stakeholders across the Fund. You will have a good understanding of governance in the public or voluntary/charity sector and be able to quickly familiarise yourself with the Fund’s complex governance framework. You will be expected to use your knowledge and judgment to provide prompt and high-quality advice and feedback.
You will show leadership in identifying, implementing, and maintaining effective governance processes and best practice, bringing changes where needed.
A team player you will take pride in your work and the work of the Governance team.
Day to day responsibilities will include:
- You will work strategically, managing complex meeting schedules and governance processes.
- You will be attentive to the needs of the business and be customer focussed.
- You will ensure Fund governance processes and procedures are proactively and effectively managed and supported.
- You will establish strong networks across the Fund to ensure you understand and respond to the needs of stakeholders.
- You will be able to write clear information and minutes in a prompt manner.
- You will be recognised across the Fund as a reliable resource on governance matters, providing guidance and support as needed.
- You will be expected to manage your workload effectively, work autonomously, and consistently deliver high-quality outputs under tight deadlines.
- You will provide advice to Governance Officers and support their development.
The ideal candidate:
- You will have experience of working in governance, or a governance-related position.
- You will be reliable, highly responsive, flexible and maintain high attention to detail and pro-actively identify and address gaps.
- You will be able to manage multiple priorities, handling complex schedules, and ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and on time.
- You will have excellent communication skills to convey complex information clearly and concisely, both in writing and verbally, to a range of customers including senior stakeholders.
- You will be experienced and skilled in writing quality meeting minutes promptly after meetings.
- You will have the ability to work well in a team environment, collaborating effectively with colleagues to achieve common goals.
The role is hybrid and UK based. However you will be able to travel to London for team’s meetings and occasionally to other locations within the UK to support governance meetings when required.
Interview Date: 27th May onwards - two stage - online/face to face
Location: UK - Hybrid working with a requirement to occasionally travel to the London office and other locations in England and across the UK to support meetings when needed. Work pattern and location will be agreed with the successful candidate. The role can be based at any of our UK offices, these are Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle and Newtown
On application, please align your supporting statement to the criteria below
Essential criteria
- Demonstrate a good understanding of governance processes and requirements through prior experience working in a similar role in the public or voluntary/charity sector.
- Have strong communication skills, verbal and written, and excellent organisational skills.
- Have experience in supporting and engaging with senior stakeholders, with the ability to show initiative and lead in some areas of work.
- Demonstrate a proactive and adaptable approach and the ability to think innovatively to solve problems.
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of public sector governance and environment.
- Experience in working collaboratively within a team and supporting others.
- Understanding of project management.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.
We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)
It starts with community.
Reading Strategy Coordinator - HMP Hull
Location: Hull
Department: Prison delivery
Salary: £16,964 per annum
Hours: 21 hours (3 days a week)
Job Type: Part time
Contract Type: Permanent
Do you want to join an organisation committed to addressing illiteracy amongst people in prison?
Shannon Trust are delighted to be working with His Majesty’s Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS) to provide peer-led literacy and numeracy programmes across a number of prisons. We now have the opportunity to provide a service at HMP Hull. Working closely with the prison and their staff, people in prison, Shannon Trust team members, this is an exciting role leading on the delivery and development of creative and exciting literacy initiatives and an ambitious Reading Strategy at HMP Hull, maximising opportunities for people in prison to learn to read.
Ideally you will have some experience of prison settings underpinned by the ability to build relationships and personal qualities that include creativity, resilience, determination and a problem-solving approach.
This role will be prison-based. Employee benefits include a company contribution to pension scheme of up to 5%, 30 days holiday (when full time) plus bank holidays, life insurance, paid volunteering days, discounts via Reward Gateway and an Employee Assistance Programme. The biggest benefit though is our culture – our people really want to work for the organisation.
We welcome job applications from people with lived experience of the criminal justice system and do not routinely ask for details of any criminal convictions. These roles do require prison security clearance, so we will need to ask for details of any relevant criminal convictions before an offer of employment is finalised.
Please note this role is subject to contract award.
Interviews are planned for the 22nd May 2025.
Benefits: Standard Shannon Trust: Employee benefits include a company contribution to pension scheme of up to 5%, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, life insurance, paid volunteering days, discounts via Reward Gateway and an Employee Assistance Programme.
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Intensive Housing Management Officer
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ABOUT THE ROLE
As an Intensive Housing Management Officer (IHMO), you will play a vital role in building safe, inclusive, and thriving communities for our residents. This dynamic position focuses on delivering high-quality housing management support, ensuring our properties are maintained to excellent standards and tenancies are successfully sustained. With a commitment to professionalism, teamwork, and customer service, you will address tenancy matters proactively, providing responsive support and fostering a positive environment where residents feel secure and valued. If you’re driven to make a meaningful impact, this is the opportunity for you!
Havering Complex Needs Pathway: Offers support to 23 residents across 5 services for individuals with low to medium level complex needs. The pathway is designed to support residents and participants in the Havering Borough to reintegrate back into the community and prepare for independent living. This role would be a floating officer based in the Havering borough supporting across the numerous services providing Intensive Housing management support.
Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, 9:00AM -17:00PM or 13:00PM - 21:00PM Monday - Sunday, Onsite.
Salary: £26,100
WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS ROLE
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a people-centered environment, enjoys building strong relationships, approaches challenges with compassion and a non-judgmental attitude, and is motivated by finding practical solutions to support residents in achieving their goals.
What are we looking for?
- Previous experience and knowledge within a supported housing management setting
- Ability to use, learn and adapt to IT at an intermediate level, including Microsoft and other software programs
- Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents
- Understanding of the housing and social needs of people with multiple and complex needs
What we offer
- 25 days annual leave, increasing with the length of service
- Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
- Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
- Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Annual Staff Awards
ABOUT US
Social Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change
Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details above.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.
Head of Aftercare
Annual Salary: £51,600 per annum
Location: Norwich or Cambridge
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
We place our patients at the centre of our operation and are in touch with many more people whose lives may have been affected by the service we provide. We are looking for a Registered Nurse or Health and Care Professional to lead our work in this area, developing and overseeing the strategy for Aftercare at EAAA and providing direct clinical support to a team of Clinical Liaison Officers. Your team will work directly with patients and their families, and you will work across the Charity and develop key external relationships to support our aftercare programme.
An excellent communicator, you will lead the aftercare team and work closely with other teams in the Charity to help support our patients during the recovery process. From advising the Marketing Communications Team as they develop patient stories and supporting ideas from the Fundraising Team you will coordinate all points of contact for our patients, using your own natural leadership abilities and by empowering your team.
Using your management skills you will lead your team to work collaboratively with other external healthcare organisations to develop data sharing and improve our patient services, including signposting and developing external support networks.
You will take the lead on Safeguarding within the Charity ensuring compliance and investigating any safeguarding incidents reported.
You can be based in either Norwich or Cambridge and will be required travel across EAAA’s four main counties of operation (Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire), occasionally working out of hours to meet patients and support the work of your team. You’ll use your knowledge and experience to gain and develop trust between your team and our patients to help them through their journey into recovery and beyond.
You will be joining a truly inspirational organisation. EAAA not only operates with total patient focus but provides a supportive working environment where everyone can develop and make a difference – Together We Save Lives.
Closing Date: 27 May 2025 (9am)
Interview Date: Wednesday 04 June 2025 (interviews will be held in person at Helimed House, Norwich).
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.
No agencies please.
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Are you ready to take on a role that impacts your community? We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Independent Advocate to join our vibrant team in Berkshire!
As an Independent Advocate, you will provide crucial support to vulnerable adults facing significant health and social care challenges. Your role involves delivering persuasive verbal and written representations on behalf of clients, collaborating with public and voluntary organisations, and taking directed actions to address client issues. This role demands flexibility, excellent communication, and the ability to handle sensitive information confidently.
Hours of Work: 2x Full Time: 37 hours, working between Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm
Location: Office based at Broadmoor Hospital. (Because of the nature and location of the role, applicants must live within the area; have a full driver’s licence and access to their own transport.)
Salary: Full time starting salary £24242.40 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Independent Advocate Requirements:
· Strong communication and time management skills to successfully work remotely.
· Excellent IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and the ability to learn software packages such as client management databases.
· Attention to detail to ensure accurate recording of records and reporting to meet tight deadlines.
Desirable:
· Previous experience in advocacy, information and advice, or a similar role within health, social care, or the voluntary sector.
· Demonstrable experience working with vulnerable adults.
· Working knowledge of public and voluntary organisations.
Benefits:
· 25 days annual leave + Bank holiday (Rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service) with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days leave + your birthday off as an additional holiday day after 1 years’ service!
· Discretionary shutdown days at Christmas with up to 4 additional days leave.
· 1 Community Leave Day per annum.
· Cash Wellbeing Healthcare Plan which covers Optical/dental/alternative therapy and more!
· Auto enrolment Pension plan
· Death in service cover.
· Bike to work scheme.
Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do
At POhWER, we are committed to empowering individuals and enabling their voices to be heard. We provide advocacy and information services to support people in making effective decisions about their health and social care. Our team is dedicated to listening, exploring options, and taking action to meet our clients' best interests.
We provide a full induction, training and equipment including a laptop and mobile phone. It is a contractual requirement that all advocates hold or are working towards an advocacy qualification. The most recognised qualification is the City and Guilds Level 4 Independent Advocacy Practice Qualification (IAP) for practising advocates, previously completed City and Guilds Level 3 National Advocacy Qualification (NAQ). If you do not already hold an NAQ certificate or diploma or IAP qualification or equivalent, the expectation will be that you will gain the City and Guilds IAP qualification following successful completion of probation and pre-enrolment process. POhWER will fully sponsor this and provide a reasonable amount of study time and in return expect advocates to manage their time and complete within 12 months of registration.
Think you are the perfect fit for this Independent Advocate role? Don't wait! Apply Now with your CV and Cover letter!
Closing Date: 9AM, Friday 16th May 2025 (we reserve the right to close this vacancy early)
Interview Date: 29th & 30th May 2025
An enhanced DBS check and National Offender Management Service vetting will be conducted for this position.
We're proud to support our colleagues from the armed forces signing the Armed Forces Covenant in August 2024.
POhWER is an equal opportunities employer, holder of the Investors in People Silver award, and a member of the MINDFUL EMPLOYER scheme. We are a member of the Disability confidence scheme, and disabled applicants who meet all the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Make a meaningful difference to the lives of D/deaf and disabled people in Islington.
Disability Action in Islington (DAII) is a local, user-led Deaf and Disabled People’s Organisation (DDPO) supporting disabled residents to live independently, access their rights, and thrive. Our advice and advocacy services are free, trauma-informed, and rooted in the social model of disability.
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Information & Advice Services Coordinator to lead the delivery of our community advice service. This role is ideal for someone who brings both frontline advice experience and the confidence to support a small team working with people facing multiple barriers.
You’ll play a key role in shaping how we deliver rights-based support across welfare benefits, housing, health and social care — and help us prepare for Advice Quality Standard (AQS) accreditation.
About the Role
As Information & Advice Services Coordinator, you will:
- Co-ordinate the day-to-day delivery of DAII’s advice and information service
- Provide direct support to clients with complex or ongoing needs
- Support colleagues and volunteers in dealing with multi-issue casework
- Ensure records are kept accurately and support monitoring and reporting
- Build partnerships with statutory and voluntary services to provide joined-up support
- Lead on quality assurance work as we prepare for AQS accreditation
- Contribute to a positive team culture rooted in reflection, care, and inclusion
Who We’re Looking
For This is a hands-on role for someone who is organised, empathetic, and committed to justice and inclusion. You’ll need to balance coordination with frontline delivery, while supporting others to grow.
Essential:
- At least 18 months’ experience in advice, advocacy or support work
- Knowledge of key issues affecting disabled people, including welfare rights, housing, and social care
- Excellent digital and administrative skills, including using case management systems
- Experience working with people with complex needs and navigating multi-agency support
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Commitment to the values of equality, inclusion, and the social model of disability
Desirable:
- A relevant qualification (e.g. Level 3 in Advice and Guidance) or lived experience
- Experience supporting or coordinating a small team or service
- Familiarity with AdvicePro or similar systems
- Understanding of trauma-informed and person-centred approaches
What We Offer
- A supportive, values-led working environment
- The chance to shape and improve an essential community service
- A small, dedicated team where your voice and will make a difference
- Training and development opportunities
- A work culture rooted in trust and wellbeing
- Employee Assistance programme
- Employee Discount Scheme
To apply, please send your a short cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for
the role and your CV
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Night Support Worker to join our Young People service in Bracknell.
£24,000.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression.
Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
Night Support Workers enable people with particular needs to manage their tenancies and live independent lives of their choosing in the community. Night Support Workers are responsible for ensuring continuity of a support service at night and for keeping customers and the building safe.
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
What you'll do:
- Building supportive, trusting relationships with customers and creating a positive atmosphere
- Working proactively with other members of the team to handle the service caseload and administrative responsibilities
- Conducting key work sessions as required, that are innovative and engaging in order to achieve Support Plan goals
- Ensuring ongoing assessment and management of risks associated with customers within an attitude of 'positive risk taking'
- Providing support with daily living activities, including practical assistance to support customers to independent living e.g. budgeting, cooking, establishing a night time routine
- Supporting customers to maintain a healthy environment and where appropriate assisting them to clean their accommodation and maintain good personal hygiene
- Assisting in the recording and reporting of customer incidents
Undertaking any other duties consistent with the grade and nature of the post as assigned by the Team Leader/ Manager
This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead.
About you:
- Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
- Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour
- Prefers working as part of a group or team
- Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
- Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organized
- Able to apply the right balance of care and support dependant on the needs of the customer
What you'll bring:
NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent with some previous relevant sector work experience
About us:
Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
- We focus on Excellence and innovation.
- We are Caring and Compassionate.
- We are Inclusive and Trusted.
- We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
Please see our website for full Job description
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Heart Research UK is a leading non-profit organisation dedicated to stopping people dying from heart diseases. The Research team advances the treatment, prevention and cure of heart diseases through the medical research projects we fund. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) Community Outreach Coordinator who will be responsible for growing the PPI activities of the charity at the community level.
Be part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with heart disease, until no more deaths from heart diseases. Situated within the charity’s Research Team, you will support the delivery of our research strategy, building trust and confidence in heart research and the wider work of Heart Research UK among patients and their families.
You will work closely with the PPI Officer to embed meaningful involvement where people affected by heart diseases shape our work and inform our decision-making – putting the patients and public voice at the heart of what we do.
In this role you will develop partnerships to help Heart Research UK, and researchers listen to the patient voice – identifying, establishing, and cultivating cooperative relationships with community-based programs, organisations, and leaders, with a special focus on historically underrepresented stakeholders (including communities of colour and faith-based communities).
Reporting to the Patient and Public Involvement Officer you will encourage people affected by heart diseases to join our Patient and Public Network, deliver clear messaging and demonstrate the benefits of involvement. You will drive and promote innovative ways of involving and hearing from patients, carers, and the public, challenging traditional methods, particularly ensuring growing involvement from currently underrepresented and underserved groups and communities to enhance our engagement, understanding, and cohesion with people from all backgrounds affected by heart diseases.
This role will support the delivery of our growing portfolio of PPI activities which enables us to embed the patient and public voice at all stages of our work. It is an exciting opportunity for someone who is committed to seeking and using the views of the public to shape and influence research and the work of the charity.
A key target of this important project is to work collaboratively to ensure that our patient and public involvement activities are increasingly accessible and relevant to any person who wishes to join.
If you are interested in the opportunity, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining how you meet the person specification by end of the day Friday 6th June 2025.
Formal Interviews to take place in Leeds on Friday 20th June 2025.
We won't stop until there are no more deaths from heart diseases.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
- Location: Remote
Salary: £38,000-£42,000
Contract Type: Permanent
About Police Care UK
Police Care UK traces its roots back to 1926 following the merger of the charities Police Dependants’ Trust and the National Police Fund. Our mission is to reduce the impact of harm on police and their families across the UK.
The Charity is currently undergoing a period of growth and development and has transformed from a traditional benevolent organisation to a leader in the blue light sector. This exciting phase is allowing us to expand both our services and our reach. With our office based in Woking, Surrey, we operate throughout the UK to deliver groundbreaking research, innovation, and evidence-based action that supports the police community in coping with the impact of policing. Our work has included targeted projects within police forces aimed at improving wellbeing as well as providing emotional and financial support to serving and veteran officers, staff, and their families.
Who We’re Looking For:
We are seeking a proactive and highly self-motivated Fundraising Manager to join our team at Police Care UK and make a critical contribution towards our combined annual fundraising target of approximately £1 million.
With knowledge of the funding landscape for first responders, police, mental health, or wellbeing causes, you will take direct responsibility for income from Trusts & Foundations, Major Donors, and legacy fundraising, alongside oversight of our challenge and community events.
With strong research and writing skills, you’ll identify new funding opportunities and produce compelling, high-quality applications. You’ll also bring excellent relationship-building abilities, managing key donor relationships with care and ensuring grant compliance to maximise impact and income.
If you have a strong track record in securing significant income from trusts, foundations, grant-making bodies and major donors, and a commitment to improving mental health outcomes for those who serve, we’d love to hear from you.
Main Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver a trusts and foundations fundraising strategy to meet agreed income targets.
- Research and identify new funding opportunities from trusts, foundations, and statutory sources.
- Write compelling, tailored funding proposals, applications, and reports.
- Work closely with finance and clinical teams to monitor and report on grant expenditure.
- Organise meetings, presentations, and site visits to engage and inspire funders.
- Provide timely updates, reports, and impact statements to funders.
- Build and maintain strong, personalised relationships with major donors through regular communication and engagement.
- Plan and deliver an effective legacy marketing strategy.
- Champion Police Care UK and the support it provides to our police, their families and the wider police service.
Experience:
- Proven experience in securing significant income from trusts, foundations, or grant-making bodies.
- Experience of raising substantial fundraising income and achieving performance targets.
- Building and nurturing relationships with grant-making bodies.
- Setting and achieving ambitious income targets from major donors.
- Experience or understanding of effective legacy marketing and administration processes.
- Working with the marketing team to showcase donor impact through storytelling and recognition opportunities.
- Working effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrable experience of setting, managing and delivering against budgets, reporting on KPIs, variances and re-forecasting.
- Managing multiple deadlines and working under pressure.
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of the funding landscape for first responders, police, wellbeing and mental health causes.
- Understanding of financial budgeting and grant compliance.
- The regulatory environment for charities, Gift Aid, Fundraising Code of Conduct.
- Proficiency in fundraising databases and Microsoft Office.
Skills:
- Exceptional communication skills.
- Strong research skills to identify new funding opportunities.
- Preparing compelling, tailored proposals to inspire significant philanthropic gifts.
- Analyse donor trends and provide insights to enhance major donor fundraising strategies.
- Maintain a pipeline of prospects and manage a calendar of funding applications and deadlines.
- Strong relationship-building skills with funders and internal stakeholders.
- Ability to craft persuasive funding applications.
Additional:
- Pro-active and highly self-motivated.
- The ability to change and adapt to changing needs and circumstances.
- Ability to work collaboratively and to support a skill sharing agenda.
- An empathy with the police service and the welfare needs of police officers and their families.
Hours of work: The basic hours of work are 35 hours, Monday – Friday
Location: Remote
How to Apply: If you’re ready to join a forward-thinking charity that values innovation, empathy, and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you. You will need to submit your CV and a detailed cover letter explaining why you’re the right fit for this role. Applications are assessed on a rolling basis, so please apply as soon as you are able.
Limitations
This job description is neither exclusive nor exhaustive. The duties and responsibilities may vary from time to time in the light of changing circumstances in consultation with the jobholder.
The jobholder will be required to work within the rules and regulations of the Charity and accept the authority of the Chief Executive, who has the discretion to delegate authority to the jobholder and to withdraw it.
Equal Opportunities Policy
The Charity is committed to eliminating any discrimination and promoting diversity and equality of opportunity in all it does. The Charity is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and we will not unlawfully discriminate against job applicants, employees of the Charity, volunteers, workers, or contract workers on the grounds of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins) religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
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Are you a passionate, driven professional who wants your work to have real meaning? Do you believe everyone deserves a safe place to call home and the support to rebuild their life?
As a charity supporting adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, we provide essential services that empower people to rebuild their lives with dignity and independence.
We’re now looking for a dedicated and proactive Fundraiser to help grow our income and sustain the life-changing work we do every day.
This is a brand-new and exciting opportunity to join our team at a pivotal time in our journey. Working closely with the Chief Executive, you’ll play a central role in shaping and delivering a diverse range of income-generating activities that drive forward our strategic fundraising plan. Your work will directly support the growth of our services, enable us to reach more people, and help create lasting, positive change in the community.
Key responsibilities include:
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Researching and securing funding from trusts, foundations, individuals, and corporate partners
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Writing compelling grant applications and donor proposals
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Building and maintaining meaningful relationships with donors and supporters
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Developing engaging fundraising campaigns and communications
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Ensuring accurate reporting and compliance across all fundraising activities
We’re seeking someone who is:
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Experienced in fundraising with a track record of securing income
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An excellent communicator - both written and verbal
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Organised, self-motivated, and creative in their approach
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Passionate about making a difference in people’s lives
Why work with us?
At Shiloh, you’ll be part of a compassionate, values-driven team that genuinely cares. We offer:
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A welcoming and supportive workplace
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Flexibility to help you achieve a healthy work-life balance
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The opportunity to contribute to a cause that matters
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Ongoing training and development
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. While our charity is founded on Christian values, we support and employ people of all faiths and none, united by a shared commitment to compassion and community.
The application deadline is 12 noon on Wednesday, 11th June 2025.
The application deadline is 12 noon on Wednesday, 11th June 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Through the appointment of a Strategic Programme Director (SPD), we have been given an opportunity to bring a step change in our mission and ministry across the Diocese of Coventry. With a history of innovative missional practice and a dedicated team of lay and ordained leaders across our diverse geographical area (Warwickshire, Coventry and part of Solihull), we are looking to appoint a strategic thinker who is solutions focused with experience in bringing impactful change. The SPD will join us at an exciting time in the strategic development of the Diocese of Coventry as our new diocesan bishop takes up her responsibilities with a vision to see all churches flourish. A highly consultative approach will be needed as we look ahead to the beginning of this new season.
The Strategic Programme Director will be responsible for contributing to and supporting the Bishop’s Senior Staff Team and key lay and ordained leaders in the delivery of the diocesan strategy. The role will ensure that the programmes, projects and workstreams within the plan are delivered on time, within scope and budget. The Programme Director will provide oversight of the strategic plan from inception of ideas through implementation to delivery of projects. Working collaboratively across the Diocese, the role will also ensure that key outcomes are well-defined, appropriately prioritised, delivered to plan and within budget. The role will include shaping and scoping the request for partnership/external funding.
Programme Development & Planning
- In the first year: To prioritise the clear articulation of a diocesan wide vision and direction of travel through working closely with the Bishop and the Bishop’s Senior Staff Team building on the work achieved in recent years.
- Work with key stakeholders to develop strategic initiatives aligned with the diocesan vision and strategy
- Ensure strategic proposals have clarity and viability
- Ensure effective communication with clarity, consistency and transparency
- Work with senior leaders to prioritise outline proposals
- Work with senior leaders to develop change proposals including detailed outcomes and the process by which those outcomes will be achieved
- Regularly assess the viability of development proposals
- Work with partnership funding bodies, including the C of E Vision and Strategy Team, to submit funding proposals and assure the quality of applications for any partnership funding
- Represent the Diocese in discussions with partnership funders
- Work with senior leaders to make the best use of central resources to support change
Programme Management
- Facilitate the launch of partnership-funded strategic projects, ensuring they are appropriately planned, resourced, measured and managed.
- Establish appropriate programme governance, including risk management, change management, regular reporting, and budget management
- Work with the communications team to ensure consistent and effective messaging
- Establish review and support processes to ensure projects are delivered successfully
- Ensure intervention processes are developed to pause, or if necessary, terminate projects that have demonstrated they will not deliver
- Capture and publish lessons learned, and support research studies
- Build consistent protocols for all significant strategic development initiatives
- Track progress against a detailed project plan, deliverables, outcomes and measures
- Manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs, escalating to BSIG as required
- Provide support for operational aspects of projects in liaison with diocesan colleagues
- Ensure project leads/managers regularly complete a quality project highlight report
- Address project issues and risks, escalating to BSST accordingly
- Report project status to BSST on a regular basis
- Oversee production of all necessary annual reports for the Strategic Investment Board
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.