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We are seeking a flexible, reliable, and enthusiastic Support Worker to deliver and develop services for Young Carers aged 5–16. The role involves three key parts. The first is delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote wellbeing, reduce isolation, and give Young Carers a break from their responsibilities. The second is providing one-to-one support to help Young Carers manage challenges, access services, and prioritise their mental and emotional wellbeing. The third is leading outreach to identify and engage hidden Young Carers.
About The Role:
You will work across two key age groups, 5–11 and 12–16, delivering and supervising activities, supporting events and trips, and providing behavioural management where needed. Alongside group activities, you will offer one-to-one support to individual Young Carers, ensuring they feel heard, included, and supported as they navigate the challenges of their caring roles. You will also deliver awareness training sessions, run stalls, and build partnerships in the community to identify and engage Young Carers.
This is a part-time post (3 days per week). The regular days will be Wednesday - Friday, However flexibility is required, with regular evening and occasional weekend work.
Key Requirements Include:
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Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable groups
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Experience facilitating groups or activties
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Ability to provide one-to-one support in a sensitive and empowering way
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Strong communication skills with young people, families, and professionals
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Reliable, punctual, and flexible
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A strong understanding of professional boundaries and confidentiality
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Willingness to work evenings and weekends when required
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Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice
About Wandsworth Carers’ Centre:
We are a busy, ambitious charity operating at the heart of the Wandsworth community since 1995, helping thousands of people across the borough in unpaid Caring roles. We give information and advice, organise respite, offer complementary therapies, deliver training, provide peer support, arrange fun events and much more. In short, we are the Carer's friend and advocate, often helping Carers through difficult times.
Wandsworth Carers’ Centre is an inclusive employer. We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do.
Benefits of working for Wandsworth Carers’ Centre:
Friendly team and working environment, contributory company pension, ongoing training and development opportunities and an employee assistance program.
Please send your C.V and a comprehensive cover letter detailing how you meet the person specification.
Young People Support Worker
We are seeking a compassionate and resilient individual to support young people in Brent on their journey to independence.
Position: Young People Support Worker
Location: Brent
Salary: £27,636 per annum (including ILW) plus pension and benefits
Hours: 37.5 hours per week on a rota including weekends and bank holidays
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Closing Date: Tuesday 21st October 2025
About the Role
You’ll be part of a dedicated team within the Brent Young People’s Pathway, supporting 18–21-year-olds with complex needs including mental health, substance use, and risk of exploitation. The focus is on helping young people settle safely into accommodation, build resilience, and move towards independence through education, training, and employment.
Key responsibilities:
· Manage a small caseload of clients with complex needs
· Carry out risk assessments and create tailored support plans
· Work closely with multi-agency partners including social services and mental health teams
· Support clients to sustain tenancies and manage their income
· Encourage participation in volunteering, education, and training
· Maintain a safe and positive environment for all residents
· Participate in the team rota, including weekends and evenings
· Uphold safeguarding and health and safety standards
About You
We’re looking for someone passionate about empowering young people to achieve their goals. You’ll bring:
· Experience supporting people with mental health or substance use challenges
· Confidence in managing challenging behaviour and maintaining boundaries
· Strong partnership working and communication skills
· Understanding of safeguarding and support planning
· A reflective and flexible approach to your work
· Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
· A willingness to work within a psychologically informed environment
About Depaul UK
Depaul UK has been tackling homelessness and supporting vulnerable young people since 1989. We operate across the country, helping individuals build brighter futures through housing, education, and employment opportunities. Guided by Vincentian values, we believe in action, respect, and the potential of every person we support.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Support Worker, Housing Support Officer, Youth Support Worker, Homelessness Support Worker, Outreach Worker, Key Worker, Tenancy Support Officer. #INDSCP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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JOB OPPORTUNITY
Sessional Youth Worker (Oasis Community Hub Hadley)
Hours: Flexible
Contract: Sessional
Hourly Rate: £13.98 per hour
Oasis Community Hub Hadley encompasses a variety of integrated and diverse community projects which together have a common aim to bring transformation to the whole person and the whole community.
Oasis Community Hub Hadley is looking to recruit a Sessional Youth Worker to join the Oasis Youth & Community Team.
Our team offer a wide variety of Youth Work activities that promote the development of young people, including open access youth club sessions, holiday clubs, mentoring, sports activities as well as targeted support. Training will be given.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Working as part of a team be responsible for supporting on activities for young people within a number of sites in which we operate, including Oasis Academy Enfield, Oasis Academy Hadley, Ponders End Youth Centre and Bell Lane Youth Centre as arranged.
- Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all young people accessing our projects.
- Leading on activities that support the holistic development of young people.
You could be successful in this role if you:
· Are committed and passionate about working with young people.
· Have enthusiasm and work positively and inclusively with others.
· Enjoy working within a team setting.
· Are available to work evenings and unsociable hours.
· We are particularly interested in individuals will skills or interests that they can bring to their work with young people, leading projects or activities where relevant.
This role is a challenging but very rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of some of the most vulnerable young members of society who are living in challenging circumstances.
If you are interested in this position, please email a CV and covering letter detailing why you feel you are suitable for this role.If you require any assistance to overcome potential barriers to application, please let us know.
This is a rolling vacancy and if successful you will be invited in for an interview.
As this is a sessional position, we are unable to guarantee working hours.
The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas.
Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.
Oasis supports Equal Opportunities. Registered Charity No. 1163889
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We’re looking for a caring, motivated and hands-on Community Worker to join our team. You’ll help run our Soup Kitchen sessions at St Peter’s Church in Blackpool’s South Shore, making sure food preparation, service and cleanup run smoothly. You’ll also provide support to people and families facing difficulties such as homelessness, addiction, debt, housing insecurity, mental ill-health or domestic violence. The role includes gathering feedback from attendees, working with volunteers, and building links with local schools, councillors, faith and community groups.
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Job Title: Domestic Abuse Helpline IDVA (Domestic Abuse Helpline Independant domestic violence advocate)
Location: Warwickshire
Salary: £25,857.12 per annum
Contract type: Full Time, Fixed Term (Until 30 September 2026)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Domestic Abuse Helpline IDVA, supporting survivors of domestic abuse and their children, from the point of crisis, providing high quality independent advocacy and support.
Referrals to the Warwickshire Domestic Violence and Abuse Service (DVSW) will come via a single-point-of-access Freephone telephone number, or email, from professionals on behalf of victim survivors and victim-survivors who want to self-refer. Referrals can come through any agency, or self-referral, and pathways are well established with all local statutory and support services including the police, social care, housing, health, education, mental health, drug and alcohol services and the voluntary sector. The DVSW service will accept referrals for any survivor living in Warwickshire, at any level of risk, on a needs-led basis.
The Helpline IDVA will work closely with Refuge’s community outreach service support workers, the MARAC team, deputy managers, and the refuge accommodation team. Refuge’s deputy manager for the community outreach will manage the helpline worker alongside the outreach workers, taking overall responsibility for monitoring, reporting, and meeting outcomes across the community outreach support service.
The Helpline IDVA’s post is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative way across all referring agencies and therefore it is an important aspect of this job that the post holder has experience of working collaboratively with a range of other agencies.
This post 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.
Closing Date: 09:00am 23 October 2025
Interview Date: 31 October 2025
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Waking Hostel Night Shift Worker – £22,207 per year
Richmond (Kew Road) – Part-time, 30 hours per week (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, 9.45 pm – 8.45 am)
Make a difference while others sleep.
Join SPEAR and help create a safe, calm environment for people who’ve experienced homelessness. As a Waking Hostel Night Shift Worker, you’ll stay awake throughout the night to keep the hostel secure, provide practical and emotional support, and respond quickly to any issues, safeguarding residents and ensuring everyone feels respected and safe.
What you’ll do
- Be the first point of contact overnight, providing a welcoming and supportive presence.
- Carry out regular building patrols, monitor doors and access points, and respond calmly to emergencies or disputes.
- Identify and act on safeguarding concerns, following SPEAR’s procedures and escalating issues promptly.
- Keep accurate records of overnight activity and incidents, and give a clear handover to day staff.
- Handle calls and general enquiries, and liaise with on-call managers when required.
- Support residents with practical needs and maintain a positive, inclusive atmosphere.
What you bring
- Experience supporting people affected by homelessness or rough sleeping, including those with complex needs.
- Strong safeguarding knowledge and confidence to identify and escalate concerns.
- A calm, approachable manner and the resilience to manage challenging behaviour.
- Good communication and record-keeping skills, plus the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to work regular night shifts and occasionally attend daytime training or meetings.
Why join SPEAR
You’ll be part of a welcoming, values-driven charity committed to ending homelessness and supporting staff wellbeing. Benefits include:
Generous holiday – 26 days plus public holidays (pro rata), rising by up to 5 extra days with length of service
Wellbeing & EAP – 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with free counselling, money and legal advice
Health support – Occupational health service and free annual eye test (with contribution towards glasses if required)
Cycle to Work – Save on a new bike and accessories through salary sacrifice
Season ticket loan – Interest-free loan for annual travel passes
Moving house day – Extra day’s leave when you move home
Financial security – Life assurance (4× salary) and interest-free emergency staff loan
Family-friendly policies – Enhanced maternity and adoption pay, plus flexible working options
Career development – Ongoing training, learning and progression opportunities
Blue Light Card – Discounts across a wide range of shops, restaurants and services
Apply now and help create a safe, supportive night-time environment where residents can rest and rebuild their lives.
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THE VACANCY
Deputy Regional Secretary – Asia Pacific
Location: Based in one of the ITF’s regional offices (Delhi, Singapore, Sydney, Tokyo or Hong Kong) with regular international travel across the region.
About the Role
As the Deputy Regional Secretary, you will play a central role in shaping and executing the ITF’s mission across the Asia Pacific. You will work directly with the Regional Secretary to provide political, strategic, and operational leadership, ensuring our work is effective, impactful, and aligned with our global priorities.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Strategic Leadership: Supporting the development and implementation of the regional strategy and work programmes that empower transport workers and their unions.
- Political Analysis: Monitoring political and labour developments to inform the ITF’s strategic responses and campaigning priorities in the region.
- Building Power: Building and maintaining strong relationships with affiliated and prospective unions to grow our membership and strengthen the movement.
- Coordination & Governance: Supporting the work of our regional governance bodies, including elected Vice-Presidents and National Coordinating Committees.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Establishing strategic relationships with donor organisations and external partners to secure resources and amplify our impact.
- Championing Equality: Ensuring the leadership of women, young workers, and marginalised groups is central to all our regional strategies and projects.
- Deputisation: Acting on behalf of the Regional Secretary when required, representing the ITF at high-level forums and meetings.
About you
The mission and values of the ITF are of utmost importance and as such, the successful candidate for this role must hold high ethical standards, displaying diligence and integrity when representing the organisation.
We are looking for a purpose-driven individual with significant experience of senior leadership within trade unions or social movements within the Asia Pacific region, including the development and implementation of key organisational strategies within a trade union or social movements context within the Asia Pacific region. This person must be able to demonstrate strategic thinking and have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
The role requires an excellent communicator who had the ability to work effectively to engage and motivate others. It also needs someone who can effectively build relationships, as well as display collaborative and influencing skills.
The Deputy Regional Secretary role for Asia Pacific will be expected to undertake regular international travel globally and in the Asia Pacific region and must be able to work flexibly including during out of office hours.
Why work for us
The ITF offers a highly attractive salary, pension scheme, and annual leave entitlement, as well as the opportunity for international travel.
At the ITF, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our team and our affiliates. We see the diversity of our staff as a source of intelligence and strength. This means that we work creatively to make the most of unique experiences and perspectives. We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome all applications regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, migration status, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, disability, age, political opinions or trade union affiliation or activity.
The organisation
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) is a democratic, affiliate-led federation recognised as the world’s leading transport authority. We fight passionately to improve workers’ lives, connecting more than 700 affiliated trade unions from 150 countries to secure rights, equality and justice for workers’ globally. We are the voice for nearly 18.5 million transport workers across the world.
We have offices in London, Abidjan, Brussels, Geneva, Hong Kong, Montreal, Nairobi, New Delhi, Panama City, Rio de Janeiro, Singapore, Sydney and Tokyo, with members spanning the globe.
The ITF Constitution sets out the following aims:
- To promote respect for trade union and human rights worldwide
- To work for peace based on social justice and economic progress
- To help our affiliated unions defend the interests of their members
- To provide general assistance to transport workers in difficulty
At the ITF, our values are at the heart of all that we do. We demonstrate solidarity. We are democratic. We are dynamic. We are determined. We are dedicated to bringing together a diverse group of people to truly strengthen the ITF as the global voice for transport workers.
THE ORGANISATION
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) is a democratic, affiliate-led federation recognised as the world’s leading transport authority. We fight passionately to improve workers' lives, connecting more than 700 affiliated trade unions from 150 countries to secure rights, equality and justice for workers' globally. We are the voice for nearly 18.5 million transport workers across the world.
We have offices in London, Abidjan, Amman, Brussels, Geneva, Hong Kong, Montreal, Nairobi, New Delhi, Panama City, Rio de Janeiro, Singapore, Sydney, and Tokyo, with members spanning the globe.
Purpose:
- The ITF constitution sets out the following aims:
- To promote respect for trade union and human rights worldwide
- To work for peace based on social justice and economic progress
- To help our affiliated unions defend the interests of their members
- To provide research and information services to our affiliates
- To provide general assistance to transport workers in difficulty
Values
At the ITF, our values are at the heart of all that we do. We demonstrate solidarity. We are democratic. We are dynamic. We are determined. We are dedicated to bringing together a diverse group of people to truly strengthen the ITF as the global voice for transport workers. Find out more about our values.
Equal opportunities statement:
At the ITF, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our team and our affiliates. We see the diversity of our staff as a source of intelligence and our strength. This means that we work creatively to make the most of the unique experiences and perspectives. We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome all applications regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, migration status, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, disability, age, political opinions or trade union affiliation or activity.
Please click apply to submit your application. Closing date 7 November 2025.
Every day transport workers keep the world moving – connecting millions of people across our cities and countries


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Kineara has a new vacancy for an experienced Housing support worker to join our small and dedicated team for our new School Housing Advice project.
About the project
The School Housing Advice Support Project builds on the success of a pilot program and aims to provide tailored housing advice and support to families, particularly those living in temporary accommodation (TA). The project started in January 2025 and is currently being delivered at three primary schools in the borough of Southwark.
The initiative offers practical housing advice, casework, workshops, and legal support through a collaborative partnership between Kineara and Southwark Law Centre. It also addresses challenges such as poor housing conditions, legal proceedings, and impacts on families' health and wellbeing.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced, motivated and compassionate support worker to deliver housing advice and practical support to parents from four Primary Schools in Southwark. This role involves conducting housing surgeries, providing follow-up casework, and running workshops to empower clients with the knowledge and skills to address their housing-related issues. The successful candidate will work closely with clients to identify their needs and offer tailored solutions to help them achieve sustainable housing outcomes. The role will be based mostly in Southwark, and you will be working in partnership with schools, community organisations and the council to coordinate tailored support for each client to avoid eviction and sustain tenancies, address suitability of the property, mediating with landlords where necessary and providing advice for onward housing when needed. The objectives of these programmes are to avoid evictions, sustain tenancies or move to a better suited property, improve wellbeing and awareness of tenancy rights and housing polices.
About you
- You will have experience of working with families and individuals with complex needs, as well as some experience of providing housing support.
- You will be an enthusiastic person who has empathy, patience, and a non-judgmental approach to working with clients and who thrives when working independently with a passion to support change.
- You will have excellent interpersonal skills.
- Have good knowledge of housing policies and tenants' rights, experience of delivering holistic support.
- You will be a solution-minded thinker, have a good understanding of strength-based approaches and be able work committing to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.
- Be able to work as part of a team and independently, the roles require you to think creatively and use the resources around you effectively.
About Kineara
Kineara is a unique community interest company and Charity that supports people in poverty across London who facing barriers to housing, employment and education. We break down barriers, provide holistic support for families, vulnerable adults, and school pupils, and deliver intensive one-to-one interventions to those in need of extra help through challenging times. We use holistic, trauma-informed methods, partnership working and a flexible, non-judgemental approach that puts the needs of those we work with first.
Breaking barriers to secure housing, education and employment

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The post holder will be part of a thriving, positive Community Outreach team culture. Working collaboratively across the team and the freedom to make full use of individual experience and specific skill sets will be the norm. This post is ideal for a creative, enthusiastic fundraiser who is self-motivated, willing to learn from others and keen to make a real difference in the lives of suffering and persecuted Christians around the world.
This post reports to the Community Outreach Manager in support of objectives set out in ACN UK’s overall 10-year plan. The post will focus on agreed aspects of the fundraising and marketing strategy which contributes to the overall aim of providing more Aid to the Church in Need. Work will be carried out across parishes, schools and our broader benefactor base in the area to which the post holder is appointed.
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A home is the foundation for everything. Join SPEAR’s Housing First team in Tower Hamlets and help people who’ve experienced rough sleeping to secure and keep a safe, permanent place to live.
Location: Tower Hamlets, London
Salary: £33,364 per year
Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday
As a Housing First Worker, you’ll:
- Build trusting relationships and provide flexible, one-to-one support.
- Work in partnership with the London Borough of Tower Hamlets and local agencies to help people stay housed, improve their wellbeing and feel part of the community.
- Respond to changing priorities and manage situations as they arise, making sure services reach those who need them most.
What we’re looking for
You’ll bring experience of supporting people affected by homelessness or other complex challenges, plus the empathy, resilience and practical skills to make a lasting impact. You’ll know how to build rapport, plan support, and work collaboratively with housing and health services.
Why join us
At SPEAR, you’ll be part of a friendly, skilled charity team dedicated to ending homelessness. We offer comprehensive training, opportunities to progress, and strong wellbeing support—so you can thrive while helping others do the same.
Your Benefits
- Generous holiday – 26 days plus public holidays, rising by up to 5 extra days with length of service
- Wellbeing & EAP – 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with free counselling, money and legal advice
- Health support – Occupational health service and free annual eye test (with contribution towards glasses if required)
- Cycle to Work – Save on a new bike and accessories through salary sacrifice
- Season ticket loan – Interest-free loan for annual travel passes
- Moving house day – Extra day’s leave when you move home
- Financial security – Life assurance (4× salary) and interest-free emergency staff loan
- Family-friendly policies – Enhanced maternity and adoption pay, plus flexible working options
- Career development – Ongoing training, learning and progression opportunities
- Blue Light Card – Discounts across a wide range of shops, restaurants and services
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About us
The Refugee Council is the nation’s refugee charity. Together with community groups, partners and volunteers, we help people who have escaped war and persecution to rebuild their lives, integrate into communities, and play their part in Britain. Born in the aftermath of World War II, our frontline services support over 14,000 refugees each year to find safety, get to know their neighbours, and enter education, training or work. We share our evidence and expertise with policymakers to help build integrated communities where everyone can contribute.
Our Values
Our values underpin everything we do:
- Inclusive: We are inclusive. We work with - not for - refugees and people seeking asylum, so they have an equal voice, co-producing projects and ensuring their expertise and experiences are at the heart of what we do.
- Collaborative: We are collaborative. Working with others is a priority in order to have the collective impact that is vital to achieve policy and practice reform.
- Courageous: We speak out when we see injustice, cruelty and unfairness. We always stand up for what we believe is the right thing to do to transform the experiences of those seeking protection in our country.
- Respectful: We are respectful of all those we interact with. We treat everyone – our staff, volunteers, beneficiaries, partners and people we disagree with – with the same respect, professionalism and understanding.
About the role
The resettlement team provides advice and support for refugees on resettlement and relocation schemes to help them access services and mainstream provision and establish community links. Working closely with local stakeholders and in partnership with other voluntary sector agencies running similar services across the UK, the Refugee Council resettlement team promotes both the integration and independence of this group.
The Refugee Council has agreed to work in partnership with Migration Yorkshire and Local Authorities across Yorkshire and Humberside to deliver the regional Resettlement programmes.
Since 2022, this has included supporting people who have arrived on the Homes for Ukraine scheme in Doncaster. Doncaster Council have agreed to a 6-month extension to resettlement support on the scheme. There are a small number of new arrivals in the areas and changes to the Homes for Ukraine scheme, including visa extensions (UPE) mean that some clients still require some assistance.
The role will principally consist of offering support on single issues via drop-in, appointments, outreach and occasional home-visits. This will include offering information and assistance with the Ukraine Permission Extension scheme. The role may include offering casework support for clients in crisis for slightly longer periods with agreement from line managers. The role will also involve introducing our service to clients newly arrived on Homes for Ukraine in Doncaster and supporting with immediate needs.
As a Resettlement Worker, you will work alongside other Resettlement Workers in the city, sharing workspaces. The role will involve lone-working, including home visits in accordance with Refugee Council’s lone-working policies.
You will see clients during regular drop-ins on-site in Doncaster, with some outreach work in the city. You will attend team meetings in Sheffield. There are some opportunities for home working.
Staff benefits
To reward our staff for the value they bring, we offer a variety of enhanced terms and conditions and a wide range of benefits, including:
- Training & Development
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension Scheme
- Work Life Balance Policies
- Employer-Sponsored Volunteering
- And more.
Let’s work together to improve the lives of refugees in the UK - apply on our website today.
Closing date: 19 October 2025.
This vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline if a high volume of applications is received. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.
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Job description
We are looking for people with the values and commitment to increase the independence, self-confidence and access to new opportunities for people with learning disabilities and enduring mental health support needs across our Supported Living Services in Kingston and Richmond.
Who we are
At Balance we are committed to empowering those we support to build independent, fulfilled and self-confident lives. We work hard to ensure our charitable values are central to the professional experience of those who work for us, with us and who benefit from our services. We operate a range of services in SW London including outreach and small homes-based services in Kingston and Richmond.
Who you are
You are someone with experience of or a commitment to developing a person-centred approach in working with people with complex needs and challenges. You will be a collegiate player, and someone able to see beyond the barriers that people with disabilities experience every day. Your values and working practice will align with those of the charity to maximise the independence of those you are working with; to enable their ability to make decisions about the types of service they are in receipt of and to ensure that your approach is both professional and sustainable.
Key Responsibilities of this role
Your primary responsibilities will include:
· To work as part of a diverse and experienced team providing personalised support, advice and advocacy to people living independently or in supported accommodation.
· To apply a collegiate approach to deliver strengths-based support that maximises independence, knowledge and confidence of those using our services.
· To provide a key point of reference for information and support to those using the services and professionals and carers dependent on it.
· To work independently across the boroughs we operate in, with people in their homes or in accessing support and resources across the community.
Critical Values in the delivery of this role
· A commitment to building independence and self-confidence amongst your colleagues as well as those you provide services to.
· Recognition of the skills, knowledge and commitment of those working around you and your contribution to them.
· A professional, can-do attitude that finds solutions in the darkest corners.
· A willingness to empower those around you to exercise authority to make mistakes, test things out and lead from the front.
Benefits in working for us
The charity ensures the following benefits for all its operational staff:
· A baseline commitment to pay London living wage for all its front-line staff.
· A commitment to training and professional development to at least Care Certificate.
· Inclusion in and contribution to the charity's pension scheme.
· Access to a range of discount schemes.
· Access to the charity's employee assistance programme.
Application Instructions.
Please attach a covering letter and CV that indicates how you meet the key criteria in the person specification.
The development of services that support the independence of vulnerable people with learning disabilities and/or enduring mental health needs and the

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Mental Health Support Workers
Are you passionate about supporting individuals with mental health needs? Personalised, compassionate care and support can transform lives. Join a team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for the people supported by offering professional, tailored support in the comfort of their own homes.
Position: Mental Health Support Workers
Location: Skelmersdale WN8
Salary: From £13.10 an hour
Contract: Part-Time 18 hours per week
Shifts: 2x Shifts per week, shifts type are:
- 4pm to 11pm (Sleep) then 7am to 9am (during the week)
- 11am to 11pm (Sleep) then 7am to 11am (during the weekend)
About the role:
In this role, you will provide vital support to an adult with a Learning Disability impacting on verbal communication and cognitive processing, helping them navigate daily life with dignity and independence. This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
We are searching for extra special Health Care Support Workers who have experience, passion and pride when supporting people and this vacancy would suit someone who is looking for an exciting opportunity and wants to work in this area.
We are passionate about our Support Workers having both the right experience and the right values. This is why applicants should hold a full UK driving license, be resilient, flexible and composed in their approach. Experience with following Positive Behaviour Support plans and reflective practice is a must as well as experience working with complex individuals with health needs, traumatic backgrounds and challenging behaviours.
Responsibilities
Your work will include clinical and social care, tailored to each person's needs:
- Implement and adhere to individually tailored Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) plans to understand, prevent, and de-escalate incidents of challenging behaviour.
- Use approved and trained de-escalation techniques to manage situations calmly and safely.
- Challenging behaviour support. Responding with empathy and professionalism.
- Crisis intervention. Providing support during difficult moments.
- Promoting independence. Building confidence and life skills.
- Medication support. Ensuring safe and timely administration.
- Specialist clinical care. Addressing complex needs with expertise and compassion.
With support from our wider teams and smart technology, you will make a difference every day. We provide specialist clinical training and ongoing support to help you grow your career.
- To provide support, and spend therapeutic time with an allocated group of people supported.
- To promote and support the physical health, comfort, wellbeing and recovery of people supported, and to assist them in re-establishing their place in the community, as appropriate.
- To assist Registered Professionals in assessments and care planning/ implementation and evaluation of individualized care plans.
About you:
To be successful in this role you must be caring, have good communication and have the ability to adapting changing health needs. You will be fully flexible so we can continue to support people around the clock.
Due to the nature of the role you will need to have a UK or International manual driving license.
All successful candidates will be required to complete a full induction, which will take place in Chadderton, Oldham (OL9). This is a Nine day induction (Over 3 weeks) and we require all successful applicants to attend all days.
In return:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Whilst experience is not required we very much welcome previous experience of working with adults with learning disabilities, Outreach Support Worker, Care Worker, Health Care Assistant, Support Worker, Nurses, Social Care Worker, Care Assistant, Mental Health Care Worker, Voluntary Worker. #INDNFP
Job Title: Service Manager
Location: Derby City (office based)
Salary: £40,627.32 per annum
Contract type: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week. As part of this role, you will be required to work from site and participate in an out-of-hours on call rota.
This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Service Manager to lead on the delivery of high-quality services to the women and their children living in our refuges and survivors of domestic abuse supported by our community outreach service.
We are recruiting for Service Manager who is passionate about supporting survivors who are impacted by domestic abuse and other gender-based crimes. This is a multifaceted, fast paced, and exciting role where you will join our team in Derby to lead on the delivery and development of high-quality refuge and outreach services for survivors of domestic abuse and other gender-based crimes.
Our service provision in Derby includes culturally specific service for South Asian women as well as a specialist multiple disadvantage support worker who support survivors facing enhanced needs.
The post holder will provide line management and support to the accommodation based and the outreach service staff. This will include providing supervision on complex and high-risk cases, overseeing operational emergencies, and ensuring high standards of casework. You will also ensure that all service users in refuges and the outreach service always receive a high-quality support service in line with Refuge’s policies and procedures.
The Service Manager will lead on the delivery of the multiagency aspect of work, working jointly with the Refuge teams and wider stakeholders to deliver best services to the survivors.
Candidates must have proven experience of providing direct emotional and practical support to vulnerable people, managing, and motivating staff, managing casework as well as working within multiagency setting. In addition, you must have an excellent knowledge of domestic abuse and other gender-based violence and its impact on survivors.
You will have knowledge of relevant criminal and civil law legislation, as well as Housing and Health and Safety legislation.
As member of the management team, you will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on call management service.
The service manager will be responsible for ensuring that contractual and other funding requirements are met fully, this includes ensuring that the services operate within the allocated budget and that Refuge’s high-quality standards are maintained. The role may involve visiting potential sites and contributing to the establishment of new services in conjunction with the development team.
The job involves working closely with staff that support survivors and their children who are experiencing domestic abuse and other gender-based violence.
Please note that this post 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.
Closing Date: 09:00am 6 November 2025
Interview Date: 18 and 19 November 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Crisis is the national charity for homeless people. We know that homelessness is not inevitable. We know that together we can end it.
Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
Contract: Fixed term contract or external secondment opportunity until 31 March 2026, with the possibility of extension
About the role
CTI is part of a housing-led response to ending homelessness. CTI is an evidence-based model, designed for times of transition for people who require support to navigate often fragmented systems. It uses a time limited case management approach to support people through a period of transition which works towards preventing and ending homelessness.
The model is strictly time limited and prescriptive in its application and Crisis’ CTI pilot will run close to the CTI principles. The timing of movement through the phases is defined by the Programme model.
CTI consists of four main phases:
- Pre CTI: in which the relationship with the client is developed and their goals and ambitions are identified, (no timescale – could be days, months or years)
- Transition: providing support & beginning to connect client to people and agencies that will assume the primary role of support and enable them to meet their goals (3 months)
- Try out: monitoring and strengthening support network and client’s skills (3 months)
- Transfer of care: terminating CTI and stepping right back (3 months)
The post holder will be working within the framework of CTI, supporting prison leavers from prison into accommodation, thus preventing homelessness on release from custody.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have experience of delivering person centred support with statutory and non-statutory services within the criminal justice system, offering coaching and mentoring, learning support and/or personal development training, ideally working to matrix standards. You will also have an appreciation of delivering this within a time limited framework.
You will demonstrate knowledge of issues affecting homeless or vulnerably housed individuals which could include mental illness, addiction, the benefit system and housing. Being committed to empowering homeless and vulnerably housed individuals is essential to this role.
Due to the nature of the role, it is essential that you have a valid driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
- A competitive salary. Please note our salaries are fixed to counter inequity and we do not negotiate at offer stage.
- Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
- 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
- Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly
- And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How do I apply?
Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Sunday 26 October 23:55
Interviews will take place w/c 3 November at Crisis Skylight Merseyside, 96 Kent St, Liverpool L1 5BD
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.