People manager jobs in barnet, somerset

Location (UK): Office Hybrid* - London / Chesterfield (potential office relocation to central Sheffield in 2026)
Hours: Full-time - 35 hours per week
Benefits: Read more about the excellent benefits we offer on our profile page
Contract type: Fixed term contract for 3 years
Travel: Travel will be required across England, approximately once per fortnight and occasionally UK wide in line with organisational requirements
 

Join us and use your skills, knowledge, passion and energy to help us achieve a future free from arthritis.

Are you passionate about improving the lives of people with arthritis? Do you thrive on cultivating positive and professional relationships and collaborating with others to achieve success?

The Professional Engagement and Education Team at Versus Arthritis are looking for an experienced officer to support their new MSK SKILLs programme. 

About the role

 The Professional Engagement and Education Team works across the UK, delivering education and training courses, attending health and care conferences, supporting service improvement projects and developing resources to help provide health and care professionals with the skills, knowledge and information they need to improve outcomes for people with arthritis.

As the Professional Engagement Officer for England you will work alongside the Professional Engagement Manager to build relationships with health and care professionals, providing them with information, resources and support to deliver the best care possible for people with arthritis. 

You will support the recruitment and facilitation of a network of volunteers and involved people who will contribute to quality improvement and education projects, as well as helping to shape the work of the team. 

You will be part of an ambitious, creative and passionate team and will work collaboratively with other teams across the organisation. 

Our organisational values are United, Compassionate, Inclusive and Brave. We are looking for an individual who will strive to live out these values in their work every day.

About you

If your knowledge, skills and experience include the following then we’d love to hear from you:

• Experience of working within the third and/or public sector, preferably within the fields of health and social care. 
• Experience of leading projects with a range of audiences and of using insight methods to inform areas of work. 
• Experience of community development approaches including co-production and co-design and involving people with lived experience in decision making. 
• Proven experience of effective partnership working including people with lived experience. 
• Ability to work independently and manage own workload. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to communicate complex and sensitive issues and deliver appropriately tailored messages to health and care professionals. 

*As a hybrid worker the expectation is that you will spend around 40% of your working time in our office spaces or working in community settings. As an inclusive employer we will consider home-based working for anyone where office-based hybrid working would be a barrier to being able to work for us, for example for someone living with a long-term health condition or disability.

Join a dynamic Insight team and help shape its future! The Insight Team at BUCS is fairly new and this role has scope to help identify new opportunities and achieve the team’s ambitions.

The Insight Analyst will work with the Insight Manager to collect, analyse, and present data and insight to BUCS staff, members and other stakeholders. The Insight Analyst will also take the lead on key projects that support the Insight Manager to deliver the overall data and insight strategy.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience working in insight, market research or a similar field. They will be confident with a range of data collection and analysis methods, have experience of deriving high-quality insights from quantitative and qualitative data, and be able to present these insights to non-specialist audiences in a clear, actionable way.

Working at BUCS

BUCS prides itself on being an ambitious and challenging place to work, where staff enjoy work, embrace development opportunities, and have fun.

Benefits include:

• Generous Pension Scheme
• Access to paid Health Care Plan once the probationary period has passed. 
• Tax-free - Cycle to work scheme
• Christmas Closure 
• Volunteering Day leave
• Flexible - hybrid working
• Wellbeing and Social activities
• Company-supported Learning and Development opportunities

How to Apply

Please apply via our external recruitment platform Applied (copy and paste the link to your browser).

Should you have any questions about the role, please contact Liz Prinz. You can find further information on the BUCS website on our find a job section. 

Application deadline:Monday 30 June 23.59pm 

Interview Information: If successful candidate will be called to interview on the provisional date of 9 July.

About the Richard Whitehead Foundation

At the Foundation, we believe in the impact of sport: the increased mental well-being; the confidence; the self-esteem; the social inclusion and employability which come from it. We want the disability community to be able to thrive and benefit from all these opportunities, and we have big ambitions for the future. We are listening to the disability community, learning from our projects, and are focused on our vision and purpose.

After an exciting first 4 years we are now looking for a dynamic and driven Chief Executive to take us on the next stage in our journey, updating our strategy and growing our reach. We are looking for someone who is self-driven and committed to our values; someone able to demonstrate their ability to grow a charity through fundraising, which they will have extensive experience and previous success in.

We are also looking for a dynamic individual who is confident communicating with people at all levels from volunteers to senior leaders, beneficiaries to funders, in order to build relationships and partnerships to take the charity forward.

If you want to make a real difference to the lives of disabled people, are inspired by the impact sport can have on people’s lives and can help us in building the relationships and partnerships we need to move forward, we would love to hear from you.
 

Role Details

Location: Home based, with regular UK wide travel where required. Although the charity has national reach there is a particular focus on activity in Nottingham, Richard’s home town.

Reports to: Board of trustees Responsible for: Project Managers x 2, Communications Officer, Fundraising Consultant, Volunteers

Hours: Part time – 22.5 hours per week

Flexibility: Flexible working is available; the role will require some evenings and weekends work.

Length of contract: Permanent

Salary range: c. £55,000 (FTE - 33,000 pro rata)

Job Summary

The CEO will be responsible for leading the strategic direction and overall management of the Richard Whitehead Foundation. They will ensure it has a positive impact on enabling disabled people’s ambitions by removing barriers to give disabled people access to the life-changing power of sport. The ideal candidate will be a driven and visionary leader with a strong passion for making a difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the board to review and develop the strategic plan for the Richard Whitehead Foundation.
• Develop lead and manage an operational plan and budget to deliver the strategy
• Proactively build, develop and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including funders, beneficiaries, disability organisations, volunteers, and staff ensuring that the Richard Whitehead Foundation is able to deliver on its objectives.
• To be bold in our ambition to empower disabled people through the power of sport.
• Lead, motivate and inspire the Richard Whitehead Foundation to achieve its goals and objectives, ensuring that the organisation has the right talent and resources to achieve its strategic objectives.
• Develop and implement fundraising strategies to ensure the sustainability, development and delivery of the Richard Whitehead Foundation and future projects, diversifying our income streams and growing overall income. This will include supporter acquisition, funding applications, event management and donor stewardship.
• Develop and oversee a marketing and communications plans
• To have a hands-on approach to progressing the Richard Whitehead Foundation
• Regular contact with trustees most notably the Chair, and President.
• Ensure that the Richard Whitehead Foundation is compliant with all relevant regulations, including those related to fundraising, governance, and charity law. 

Application

Valued Recruitment is working exclusively with The Richard Whitehead Foundation to recruit this pivotal position. We are an ethical recruitment company, intent on hiring inclusively and transparently.

To apply, we welcome a CV and a 2 page (maximum) covering letter addressing your motivation for applying and your experience that is relevant to the role.

Accessibility is incredibly important to us at Valued Recruitment and at The Richard Whitehead Foundation. If you would like any accessibility amendments or support throughout the application and interview stage, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

No question or request is too big or too small. We want this process to be comfortable and enjoyable and a chance for you to bring your best self to the process.

Thank you for your interest in the position of Chief Executive at the Richard Whitehead Foundation.

• To set up the operation of a weekly karaoke club.
• To work closely with the young adult who initiated the project, ensuring their vision is central to the club's development.

Office based, London (with hybrid working)

6-month fixed term contract

Are you an experienced strategic leader ready to make an immediate impact? The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) is seeking an Interim Head of Membership Engagement and Strategy to lead a critical transformation of our membership and marketing functions. This is a unique opportunity to join a values-driven organisation at a pivotal moment and help shape how we engage, support, and grow our professional community.

Who we are

The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) is the professional body for speech and language therapists across the UK. The RCSLT has over 22,000 members and employs around 65 staff predominately based in a London office. The RCSLT also has offices in Belfast, Edinburgh, and Cardiff.

Our mission is to improve the lives of people with communication and swallowing needs by facilitating and promoting research, producing guidance, holding events, and influencing government. We aim to promote better education and training for speech and language therapists and provide information to our members and the public about speech and language therapy.

The role

The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) is looking for an experienced professional to review and transform our current membership and marketing functions. In this pivotal role, you’ll shape and deliver a unified, efficient, and future-focused engagement strategy that reflects the evolving needs of our members.

You will lead and support a talented team, which includes the Enquiries Team and the Membership and Marketing Manager, ensuring we have the right structures, systems, and capacity in place to deliver outstanding service. Your leadership will enhance how we connect with members and customers - both online and offline - driving improved engagement, satisfaction, and retention.

If you're ready to make a lasting impact and build a high-performing, member-centric function, we’d love to hear from you.

What we are looking for

The ideal candidate will have a background and experience working within a membership organisation and have a clear understanding of what it takes to build a high-performing, member-focused function. You will bring strong time management skills, be self-motivated, highly organised, and capable of working efficiently both independently and as part of a team. Most importantly, you’ll understand the aims and values of the RCSLT and demonstrate the ability to embed these into your work and strategic approach.

If you're ready to bring fresh thinking, strategic insight, and strong leadership to a nationally respected professional body, we’d love to hear from you.

Please see the role brochure for more information on the required knowledge and experience necessary to be successful in the role.

What we can offer you

• A competitive starting salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Excellent staff training and development opportunities
• Supportive and flexible working environment including, hybrid working arrangements
• Generous pension scheme
• Life insurance cover
• Season ticket loan scheme
• Eye care voucher scheme
• Family friendly employer including enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and more!

How to apply

For more information and to apply online, please visit our recruitment portal.

Closing date: 5.00pm on Friday, 20th June 2025.

Interview date: w/c 30th June 2025 (held virtually).

Please note, we can only accept applications from those who have working rights in the UK, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role.

The role may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications.

We are committed to a fair, transparent, and inclusive recruitment process. All applications are handled with strict confidentiality to protect your privacy and encourage openness throughout the process.

The RCSLT is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. We aim to embed equity, diversity, and belonging practices throughout our recruitment and selection procedures. We strive to ensure everyone is valued equally for their contribution, experience, knowledge, and skills. We welcome applications from candidates of all different backgrounds.

CENTRE FOR AGEING BETTER 

Deputy Director - Work

• Permanent
• Salary £71,729 per annum
• Full time
• Flexible working options will be supported.
• Central London Office and Hybrid working

We offer a pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%, in addition you’ll receive 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, 24-hour access to a comprehensive employee assistance programme, cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan scheme and other benefits.

About the role

The Centre for Ageing Better is looking for a talented Deputy Director to lead on work, retirement and transitions. Overseeing a programme of research, policy development, influencing activity and a growing employer network you will be leading our work to ensure equitable access to decent work for those aged 50+.

We are looking for someone with a good understanding of the UK labour market policy and the implications and opportunities for those aged 50+. You will be skilled at developing strategy and leading a multi-disciplinary team to translate it into an impactful programme of work. You will be comfortable working externally to build relationships and make the case for change to policy makers, potential funders and in the media, and you will bring research expertise and experience of developing and delivering research projects using a variety of methods. 

It’s an exciting time to join us and as a member of our senior management team you will help shape our organisation over the next few years, support our fundraising and business development activity, and lead cross-organisational networks and activity.

How we work is as important as what we do – you will be a collaborative and empowering leader, committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and able to support and inspire a high performing team to help achieve our ambitions. 

If that sounds like you and you are up for the challenge then we’d love to hear from you.

About us

The Centre for Ageing Better is a charitable foundation funded by The National Lottery Community Fund and part of the government’s What Works Network

Everyone has the right to a good life as they get older and our whole society benefits when people are able to age well. But far too many people face huge barriers, and as a result are living in bad housing, dealing with poverty and poor health and made to feel invisible in their communities and society. 

The Centre for Ageing Better is pioneering ways to make ageing better a reality for everyone. Its key areas of work include challenging ageism and building a nationwide Age-friendly Movement, creating Age-friendly Employment and Age-friendly Homes.

We are striving to create an organisation that reflects our society and the communities we serve. A workplace where everyone feels empowered and where diversity of background and thought is celebrated. We know there is more work to be done and are committed to continuing to improve our practice around Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. 

We very much welcome applications from minority groups and those underrepresented in our workforce. This especially includes people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBT+ people, and Disabled people.

We are a Positive Action employer, therefore in recruitment where two candidates are ‘as qualified as’ each other, we will favour a candidate from any group identified as currently underrepresented in our team based on protected characteristics as outlined in the Equality Act 2010.

To Apply

To apply please follow the link to complete an application form and Equality and Diversity form. Please address in your supporting statement how you meet the person specification for the role as fully as possible to demonstrate why you should be shortlisted for interview for this post. 

Failure to do so will result in your application being automatically rejected.

The closing date for this role is midday 16th June with in-person interviews on 24th June.

Rinova Ltd is an established and successful employee-owned company, with headquarters in Central London and a branch in Malaga, Spain. Rinova is a key deliverer in both UK and EU funded provision, and we were granted funding under the Mayor’s ESF Academies Programme, to set up the Creative Academy. Since its launch, the project has successfully supported dancers to enhance their professional development and is now delivering a range of courses as part of the Mayors Adult Skills provision. 

Free accredited courses in Dance Leadership, Performance Skills and Investigating Enterprise Skills, offer learners the opportunity to develop their skills and potential career opportunities. 

This role is an opportunity to join an innovative, fast-growing company that offers the right applicant the chance to develop their career aspirations.

About the job

Rinova Ltd are currently seeking an experienced Dance Tutor and Learning Support Officer for their Creative Re Work Programme, with a background in the arts and creative sector, keen and able to work with young people and adults entering or re-entering the world of work.

The successful candidate will be committed to helping people achieve their potential and to assist with the delivery of our accredited courses in London locations. We need a committed, enthusiastic, and positive individual to join our fantastic team of professionals - empathy, great communication skills and a passion for helping people achieve their potential are must-haves. An understanding of the very specific barriers and considerations, that those within, (or transitioning into) the creative sector, face.

The successful candidate will also be required to be competent in collaboratively designing lesson plans, learner timetables and schemes of work.

In addition, be able to conduct learner reviews, competent marking abilities of learner portfolios, demonstrate effective administrative skills and deliver high quality information, advice and guidance.

The role will be offered initially on a part-time basis mainly working across London boroughs and the office, with the opportunity to work remotely on occasions. There may be potential for this to become a full-time post in the future. You will be required to complete a practical assessment as part of the interview process.

About us

Rinova Ltd is an employee-owned company and a social enterprise operating in the fields of social, economic and cultural development. We specialise in the design and delivery of projects in employment, learning and skills, enterprise, arts and culture and regeneration - in London and internationally. Whilst this role is focused on our UK delivery, there may be opportunities to be involved in our international work and in European travel. Our work includes project development, project management, research, evaluation, funding development, training and capacity building. The client is at the heart of everything we do; our success depends upon partnership working and forging positive and productive relationships with our partners and stakeholders.

We are an Approved Centre for the delivery of accredited courses with both NCFE and the Leadership Skills Foundation, Awarding Bodies. We have been awarded a Matrix Accreditation, which is recognition of our high standards of IAG delivery, and we have Centre of Excellence status from the Leadership Skills Foundation.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who has experience in the arts, has developed excellent networks and understands the issues facing those entering the sector. The successful candidate will have a commitment to supporting individuals and want to be part of an organisation, which changes lives for the better.

Please apply with your CV and a supporting statement, which should address all points on the person specification. Applications without the required documents will not be considered for shortlisting.

Closing date: 17th June 2025

Job description

Delivery and line management

• To assist in the delivery of practical dance and performance skills classes as and when required.
• To manage a caseload of participants requiring Information, Advice & Guidance (IAG), mentoring and confidence building
• Completing appropriate action plans and reviews with participants
• To act as the single point of contact for small caseload of participants
• Complete marking of learner portfolios and reviews in a timely manner, ensuring high quality assurance standards
• To identify suitable referral partners i.e. universities, colleges, established networks, dance and community organisations from which to recruit course participants
• To communicate effectively with stakeholders, clients and team members
• To confidently deliver high quality teaching, information, advice and guidance
• To efficiently complete relevant paperwork, ensuring that accurate records are kept

Development of training materials and delivery

• To develop lesson plans, schemes of work and learner timetables that support delivery of the outcomes
• To provide resources relevant to individual courses
• To ensure that accurate records are kept for all sessions with appropriate sheets signed and stored
• To assist in the development of training materials to support the delivery
• To use available networks to recruit course participants from appropriate organisations
• To liaise with stakeholders and partners to develop effective referral mechanisms and future possible collaborations

Person Specification (skills knowledge and experience required)

Please address all points in your supporting statement and give examples

• Competent practical skills and/or experience as a performance artist. Dance conservatoire training, University education or equivalent with at least 3 years' experience.
• Practical experience of having worked within the creative industries and an understanding of the challenges faced by those either entering or transitioning within the creative sector.
• Some experience of working ( in a formal or informal capacity) with adults or young people aiming to access employment in the creative industries or wishing to retrain, would be an advantage.
• Existing networks which can be utilised to enable you to meet your targets in relation to recruitments and progression routes. Ability to develop networks in support of organisational goals
• Good IT skills and the ability to produce professional presentations and training materials
• Technically competent with various software programs, including but not limited to Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint),
• Experience of designing content across various social media platforms and knowledge to be able to implement this in a work environment to promote the work of the projects
• Ability to work to tight deadline and targets
• Able to create engaging and motivating training materials
• High standard of organisation, written and oral communications skills
• Good understanding of the social and educational issues relating to a multi-cultural cohort and how this relates to learners
• Able to prioritise a diverse workload working to strict deadlines, pre-empt upcoming issues, and solve problems
• The successful candidate must be willing to work outside normal working hours on occasions and travel within London Boroughs to deliver at satellite locations

To work closely with the Bishop and the Archdeacon in encouraging and enhancing the mission of the Church for the furthering of Christ’s gospel across the Edmonton Area and bringing close the Kingdom of God, the diocesan Mission Framework,  the Edmonton Area Plan and to work closely with the Area Team and other Deans of Mission.

They will be expected to work with the Archdeacon in supporting parishes in Vacancy and work with the bishop in the recruitment process. 

Job responsibilities 

STRATEGY  

• To work closely alongside the Bishop and Archdeacon in developing, delivering and reviewing a measurable and impactful Edmonton Area Plan within the 2030 Vision for London. 
• To actively encourage and enable the projects and plans for mission across the Area working closely with the Bishop, Archdeacon and the Area Deans for each of the four Deaneries and other Area and Diocesan staff. 
• To develop a strategy in the Area in line with the overarching diocesan Mission Framework, which relates to the other four Area strategies and which leads directly towards plans for growth
• Some of these mission plans will relate to work on funding applications and others which relate to the increased provision and maintenance of services by personal interventions and strategic support.  
• Lead on the stakeholder engagement and change management planning for the larger sized mission programmes within the Area 
• To work with the Diocese of London 2030 Vision program office to gather appropriate metrics in order to provide a framework for good strategic decision making.
• To support parishes as they develop their mission and vision, adding value such as in facilitating vision and planning events, linking with partners and external bodies. 
• To build capacity for mission across the Episcopal Area with different church traditions and practices  

TEAM  

• To enjoy playing a full part in the Area Staff Team, sharing in decision making and development of the program of culture change. 
• To work strategically with particular parishes and clergy from time to time as they identify opportunities for making a difference within their local communities.
• To join the Diocese team of Deans of Mission at their monthly meetings and in ongoing collaboration and cross-border working. 

MAINTENANCE OF SERVICES

• To work with the Area Deans in the delivery of particular mission plans and initiatives in their Deaneries that relate to and will result in services of worship taking place in these churches.
• To encourage churches in their community engagement and social action initiatives, including partnership working across the Area and on specific local projects, sharing best practice so that new and existing services of worship will develop and be maintained to address their needs. 
• To provide support for clergy in the delivery of project work in relation to buildings so they will draw new people into worship services. This will include working through the purposes for which the buildings were established and their interpretation of that in the maintenance of services today. 

RESOURCING  

• To work alongside churches in vacancy to remain focused on mission and to plan for appropriate future leadership, supporting the Bishop and Archdeacon in running vacancy and appointments processes. 
• To help parishes access the support available from the Diocese of London’s Ambition and Priority teams, noting in particular support for new incumbents
• Ambition teams: Confident Disciples, Compassionate Communities, Creative Growth (CCX) – and how they link with maintaining church services. 
• Priority teams: Growing Younger, Safer Churches, Racial Justice 
• To provide advice and support to enable successful church revitalisation including work with current and potential Resource Churches in discerning how their strengths and gifts can be best used in support of planting and other parish support and that new services will be established to serve those currently less well reached. 
• To develop prayer initiatives and resources to support mission in the Area. 
• To ensure the necessary provision of training for missional engagement and useful sources for theological reflection on mission.  

GENERAL  

• Other tasks as assigned by the Bishop as part of his team.
• In addition to an involvement in a parish the post holder is invited to active involvement in the life of the Archdeaconry and Area Deans in a cycle of church activity, training and engagement with clergy and lay leaders in the Area.  

Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details on the main responsibilities. 

Person Specification 

Essential 

• Parish experience, including church growth/ revitalisation at first hand
• Experience of developing and leading teams
• A demonstrable ability in strategic thinking and project planning
•  Experience of constructing and forming mission action plans  
• Vision and ability to enhance racial justice within churches and in their mission
• A high degree of people skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire
• High level of discretion and ability to keep confidentiality
• Able to relate to churches of different traditions across the Area
• There is an occupational requirement for the successful candidate to be a practicing member of the Church of England
• A good eye for detail and process
• Consistent ability in keeping to deadlines
• Warm and positive communication skills, oral and written
• An imagination and flair for problem-solving and innovation as we seek to ‘proclaim the faith afresh in [this] generation’.
• The person will require an enhanced DBS check

Desirable 

• Experience of coaching and mentoring
• Wisdom in handling issues of pastoral complexity

Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details on Person Specification. 

About the London Diocesan Fund 

The London Diocesan Fund (LDF) is the employment body that serves and supports the Diocese of London and Church of England. The Diocese of London comprises of c400 parishes north of the River Thames and within the M25 motorway. 

The Church of England in London is growing, vibrant and at the heart of communities throughout the capital. At the London Diocesan Fund, we seek to do everything we can to support this mission and growth, using our resources to help our parishes and chaplains to serve over 4 million people. 

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion 

The Diocese of London is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community. 

We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME), women, and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy and workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation. 

Safeguarding 

The Diocese of London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. 

Benefits of working with us 

The LDF offers a supportive working environment, opportunity for career development and the following financial benefits: 

• Competitive remuneration package
• 27 annual leave days to rise to 30 after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays
• 15% employer pension contribution and salary sacrifice available
• Death in service benefit x3 of basic gross salary
• Enhanced maternity leave of six months full pay, after 12 months of employment
• Season ticket loans for public transport
• Access to Benenden Health Insurance
• EAP counselling through Health Assured                            
• Up to £100 for eye test and contribution to spectacles                      
• Two additional paid days for community volunteering

Interviews will be held during the week commencing 14th July. 

The HR Operations Lead plays a crucial role in supporting the employee lifecycle and employee experience here at Battersea, developing and aligning HR practices with Battersea’s strategic objectives. The role ensures the efficient and customer focused functioning of the department’s daily operations, with oversight of the resourcing team and leading on policy review and development, the continuous improvement of people processes, HR compliance, and budgeting and contract management. It will also lead the development, coordination and delivery of key projects which enable the delivery of our People Strategy.

What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources
• Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.

More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 22nd June 2025
Interview date(s): W/c 30th June 2025

All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

Immediate Opening: Leadership & Governance Administrator

Location: Remote (with very occasional travel).

Hours: 30 per week (including Fridays to meet charity needs, and ideally Wednesdays).

Salary: £24,000 per annum (pro-rata for 30 hours per week, based on full-time equivalent of £30,000).

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer.

About AMR Action UK

AMR Action UK is the dedicated patient organisation for individuals impacted by antibiotic and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Through research, patient engagement, and direct support services, we drive meaningful change in the AMR space.

We are looking for a proactive, highly organised Leadership & Governance Administrator to support our CEO, Operations Manager and Board of Trustees ensuring smooth governance administration, executive support, trustee communication, and digital content management. 

Please note we have very recently changed our name and were formally known as Antibiotic Research UK. Email addresses and website still reflect the previous name.

Key Details for Applicants

• We encourage applicants to apply quickly, as we may close applications early due to immediate need.
• Submit a CV (maximum two pages, focusing on relevant experience) and a short covering letter explaining how your skills and experience align with this role.
• Please state your availability and earliest possible start date in your covering letter.
• The full job description is attached for complete details.

Key Responsibilities

• Executive & Administrative Support: Manage the CEO’s diary, organise travel, prepare agendas, take minutes, maintain records, and support recruitment processes.
• Governance & Compliance: Schedule and organise board and committee meetings, prepare documentation, ensure GDPR compliance, and facilitate trustee communications.
• Digital & Brand Communications: Maintain the charity website, create branded documents, support social media content, and ensure brand consistency.
• Events & Reporting: Assist with charity events, annual impact statements, and documentation.
• General: Provide additional administrative support to the CEO,Operations Manager and Board of Trustees as needed.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in charity governance and administration
• Strong knowledge of charity legislation
• Website maintenance and digital content creation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and high-level organisational abilities
• Familiarity with design tools such as Canva
• Confidence in managing social media communications
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

How to Apply

Submit your CV (maximum two pages, focusing on relevant experience) and a short covering letter explaining how your skills and experience align with this role.

Please use subject line of email: Leadership & Governance Administrator 

Please state your availability and earliest possible start date in your covering letter.

The full job description is attached with complete details.

Take the next step in your career and contribute to impactful work with AMR Action UK.

This role will play a leadership role in delivering our ambitious policy influencing programme, helping to shape and implement influencing plans to bring about the changes needed to reduce, prevent and eventually end the need for food banks in the UK.  It will provide management and oversight to some of our strategic projects.

Role responsibilities

· Developing and implementing Trussell’s influencing strategy

Working with teams across the organisation to ensure key groups, including our community of food banks, corporate partners, churches and church-related organisations have a clear role in our policy influencing approach.

· Planning and delivering impactful public affairs activity

Ensuring systems are in place to help plan, monitor and evaluate public affairs activity and maximise opportunities to engage with key audiences, including Parliamentarians, advisers, and UK Government Ministers; and support close working with colleagues in all UK nations and regions.  Managing the development and delivery of public affairs activity to support high profile influencing campaigns.

· Building and managing strong relationships with key external stakeholders

Developing relationships, partnerships and networks to help raise the profile, credibility and influence of Trussell and our policy positions, particularly in the UK Parliament.  Representing Trussell and promoting the organisation’s policy position to key audiences, including in meetings and events with Parliamentarians.

· Developing public affairs support to the food bank community

Working closely with a small team of Network Policy and Research Officers and the Organising and Local Mobilisation team to support our community of food banks to build and maintain strong relationships with their local MPs.  Ensuring public affairs activity is well aligned to campaign strategies involving the food bank network.

· Embedding participatory approaches across our public affairs and wider influencing activity

Supporting further development of a participatory approach to policy influencing to ensure it is rooted in the lived experience of individuals affected by poverty.  This includes ensuring an ethical approach in line with our values.

· Providing advice and line management

Have line management responsibility for individuals within the team, providing pastoral and development guidance along with task management on key projects.  This includes regular 1:1s, objective setting and collaborative monitoring, and support with development needs.

Person Specification

Technical skills and minimum knowledge:

· Track record of successfully influencing politicians and key decision-makers to achieve strategic goals at different levels of government.

· Track record of delivering strategic public affairs activity based on robust evidence, from development to evaluation.

· Can explain components of effective policy influencing, including knowledge of the machinery and structure of government (UK, devolved, local) and experience of informing campaigns activity to mobilise support for policy change.

· Demonstrates a good understanding of policies that affect UK poverty and hunger.  Can explain policy motivations of main political parties and can advise on how to influence them most effectively.

· Excellent written and oral communication skills, particularly in demonstrating enthusiasm and experience when communicating complex topics to non-specialist audiences.

· Experience of line managing, including dealing with performance issues and supporting team development.

Behaviours and competencies:

· Works collaboratively, managing challenges in a constructive manner

· Balances competing priorities and work to tight deadlines

· Demonstrates a dedication to the values of Trussell

· Demonstrates empathy for people from disadvantages, marginalised or socially excluded backgrounds

· Role models inclusive behaviour, values and leadership

Job Description 

Service Officer 

About Us 

Spring Community Hub exists to ensure that no one in our Southwark community goes hungry. But we don’t just provide food:

We work alongside people to help them escape poverty, build confidence, and find community.

Our principal activity is the prevention of food poverty and food insecurity by offering culturally appropriate food, fresh fruits, and vegetables as well as dietary and religiously appropriate food which we have continued to run at our five-week sessions to local people for as long as they address the underlying cause.

We also provide a range of wraparound support, including advice services, particularly around employment and immigration through our Back2Work Team, Holiday Clubs for Children, Youth Groups, a Clothing Bank and our Spring Up Women’s group.

Mission 

The mission of SCH is that through a 'Community Hub’ and full activity programme, local people in or at risk of crisis will be supported along their journey to move on and achieve full social, economic and emotional independence to live healthy lives in a community which supports each other 

Vision 

Our vision at Spring Community Hub is to tackle food insecurity and hunger before people find themselves in crisis. We want to see equality in our communities and be a vehicle for positive and lasting change in our clients so that they never need a Food Bank again. 

Values 

These are our Principles, ideals, and characteristics that define the culture, standards and aspirations of the organisation. 

An organisation that is driven by people with integrity and commitment to the cause 

We believe in leadership, development, growth, and continual learning

Ensuring fairness, equity and equality 

Creating a place of respect, kindness and dignity for all 

A healthy environment where people have fun and can be creative

Salary £16,224 per annum

Permanent Contract. ( Subject to further funding ) 

Part-Time,  20 hours over 5 days 

Term Time 

Monday, 1 pm - 6 pm 

Wednesday 1 pm - 6 pm

Thursdays - 1 pm - 6 pm

Fridays 9 am - 2 pm 

Saturdays 9.30 am -2.30 pm 

(including 1 hr unpaid lunch) 

School Holidays

Monday -    9 am-2 pm 

Tuesday -    9 am - 2 pm 

Wednesday 9 am - 2 pm 

Thursdays   9 am - 2 pm

Saturdays    930 am -  230 pm 

(including 1 hr unpaid lunch) 

Working - from our Offices and  Centres and in the community/outreach locations

The post holder must be flexible to work evenings and weekends to meet client and community needs.

There will be work/training outside of office hours, including evenings and weekends, with appropriate time back in lieu.

Main Purposes of Job and Key Tasks

Do you have an empathic personality and want to work in a challenging but rewarding field? Spring Community Hub has an exciting opportunity to recruit a Service Officer 

The Service Officer will play a crucial role in supporting the mission of our charity by providing comprehensive assistance and advocacy services to individuals and families in need. This position will involve engaging with diverse communities and ensuring that all services are delivered with cultural sensitivity. 

The Service Officer will work collaboratively with staff and volunteers to deliver Food Bank services, Activity Camps, and Afterschool club, advice and advocacy support, clothing assistance, cooking programs, and Social Supermarket Operations, as well as support initiatives for the elderly, individuals experiencing poverty and isolation, and families with children.

The post holder must be an enthusiastic and motivated person to coordinate and manage our Food Banks, Community Café, and Social Supermarket, including the supervision of its volunteers/staff, as well as planning, organising, and implementing supermarket collection. 

The post holder will be required to be flexible to the changing needs of the organisation and as such, undertake tasks and responsibilities not specifically listed here but relevant to the smooth running of SCH, including general office and administrative tasks and aspects of service delivery, as directed by the Leadership Team/ CEO and trustees.

About the Role / Key Responsibilities 

Programme Planning, Delivery and Implementation

•  To design and deliver the  Activity Camps and After School Club  Programme calendar, curriculum, and events that are outcomes-focused, educational, and engaging, and enable young people to develop a range of skills appropriate to their needs.

• Working with Children, young people, and their families to build services that meet their needs, wants, and aspirations of the individual.

• Work in Collaboration with the Leadership Team  to oversee the work of the Spring Activity Camps Coordinators to design and develop a range of activities, workshops, and programmes to meet the needs of our children, young people, and their families 

• Collaborate with other staff members, volunteers, and external partners to deliver engaging, fun, and impactful activities

• Ensure all activities align with the organisation's mission and values and promote personal growth, inclusivity, and well-being.

• Oversee and coordinate the operations of Food Services 

•  Assist clients in accessing food bank services, ensuring they receive the necessary support with dignity and respect.

• Maintain inventory management for food items and coordinate food drives and partnerships with local suppliers.

• Developing and coordinating effective stock control systems, arranging timely transportation of collections and deliveries, and meeting legislative standards - i.e., Health & Safety/Environmental Health.

• Provide and oversee assessments of guests, customers, and service users on a one-on-one/group basis to ensure they receive adequate advice/signposting and support on benefits, housing, financial support, and other relevant issues impacting clients' well-being. Work in collaboration with the Advice and Advocacy team.

• Advocate on behalf of clients to secure access to necessary resources and services.Stay updated on the relevant policies and available community resources.

• Oversee the operation of the clothing bank, ensuring that items are organised, available, and of good quality for clients..

• Develop and oversee cooking workshops that celebrate cultural diversity and promote healthy eating practices.

• Collaborate with local chefs or volunteers to create a welcoming environment for participants.

• Oversee in the day-to-day operations of the social supermarket, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for customers.

• Engage with elderly clients and those experiencing isolation to provide companionship, support, and resources related to their specific circumstances.

• Work on outreach programs targeting vulnerable populations to provide suitable assistance.

• Educate the team on nutritional options and food

• Lead or assist in after-school clubs and programs that promote educational engagement, social skills, and personal development for children.

• Support families to identify their needs and connect them with appropriate services and resources.

• Represent Spring Community Hubs Service and project at relevant forums and meetings across the Borough and at a London/National level

• Ensure that all processes and procedures in the SCH manual are being followed

• Ensure that the foodbank meets health and safety/environmental health standards in all its locations

• Bring to the attention of the Service Manager any concerns about the running of the project or its future sustainability

• Oversee the food Services in conjunction with the Service Manager

• Organise and run food collections in conjunction with Hub support

• Liaise with clients and referral agencies and resolve any issues that may arise in conjunction.

• Keeping up to date with legislation and policy related to the Service and making any necessary modifications to accommodate changes.

• Overseeing stock orders and working in collaboration with the Hub support and  Finance department.

• Comply with SCH policies and procedures regarding the operation of services and policies 

Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Leadership, and Management 

• Representing the organisation on a  strategic level at external meetings and events with Community partners, Local Authorities, Funders, and other key stakeholders 

• Liaise with clients and referral agencies and resolve any issues that may arise in conjunction.

• Foster relationships with local organisations, community leaders, and stakeholders, and participate in community outreach initiatives to raise awareness about available services and encourage community involvement.

• Maintaining relationships with suppliers, community groups,  Schools, Libraries, supermarkets, and other stakeholders.

• Supervise the work of the Activity Camp Coordinators, Bank Staff, Volunteers, and Facilitators during Camp and Activity Sessions 

• As one of the Deputy Safeguarding Leads, manage any concerns about a child, young person or family's welfare effectively and share concerns with the Leadership Team and other DSLs. 

• Actively contribute to and participate in AGMs, Away Days,  Team Meetings, Development Sessions, and other  Internal Meetings

• Support in the rolling recruitment of Coordinators, Bank Staff, and Volunteers to meet the needs of the service.

• Work with the Leadership Team to ensure up-to-date Employment, Training, and other HR  records for all Staff and Volunteers within the Team, and work in collaboration with the Business Support Team

• Work with the Leadership Team to ensure the service and Resources are used effectively within designated budgets, including the reimbursement of expenses.

Camps and Event Management:

• Coordinate and oversee the planning, logistics, and execution of SCH Holiday Camps, Afterschool Camps and Events.

•  Ensure adherence to Health and Safety Guidelines, Risk Assessments, and appropriate Safeguarding measures.

• Manage Camp staff, volunteers, and external contractors during activities and events, creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere. 

• Liaise with schools, organisations,  local authorities, and volunteers to explore ways of sustaining and improving the provision.

• Promote and market the project through outreach to schools and other community groups in Southwark/Havering and surrounding areas, and organise bookings.

Volunteer Management:

• Work in collaboration with the Leadership Team and  Business Support Team to recruit and train Volunteers.

• Oversee and manage the volunteers in the team who support activities and events, providing necessary guidance and supervision.

• Work with the Leadership team to foster a positive and inclusive volunteer culture, recognising and appreciating their contributions.

•  Work with the leadership Team to monitor and evaluate volunteer performance and provide constructive feedback, reports, and support as needed.

• Coordinate and oversee  all Food Service / Project volunteers, and oversee the volunteer timetable to ensure the best use of volunteers

• Coordinate the volunteer team at the warehouse and oversee groups of corporate volunteers, school groups, and other youth groups visiting to help.

• Ensure that volunteers are trained to undertake responsibilities within the warehouse and to meet the relevant legal requirements. This could include basic food hygiene,  first aid, evacuation procedures, manual handling and lifting, health and safety, and fire procedures 

Administration and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of activities, participant attendance, incidents, Impact Reporting,  Monitoring and Evaluations,  including referral processes, and ensure the requirements of Data Protection, Quality Assurance, Funding, and Compliance are met. 

• Prepare regular reports for all the Projects highlighting progress, challenges, and recommendations for improvement.

• Work within agreed budgets for activities, Camps, and Pastoral Care Services, ensuring efficient resource allocation.

• Ensure that local data is entered into the database

• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, services provided, and outcomes achieved for reporting and evaluation purposes.

• Provide regular updates to the Leadership Team on service delivery and community needs.

• Produce monthly project reports and keep the CRM/ Database updated 

Person Specification

• Experience in working with children and young people, in particular individuals who are experiencing significant Poverty and Inequality and may also have multiple and complex needs. 

• The ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people and establish and maintain good working relationships with Partners and external stakeholders

• Proven Line Management and Supervisory experience 

• Willingness to undertake further training as required by Spring Community Hub

• Commitment to the concept of continuous improvement of procedures and practices

• Ability to remain calm in challenging situations and reinforce boundaries

• Ability to support people in managing difficult feelings, and communicate their needs effectively

• Knowledge of best practice for lone working, data protection, and safeguarding adults

• Ability to recognise and work within the boundaries of the role, including confidentiality, and the working protocols between agencies

• Strong sense of self, and ability to set and maintain boundaries and lead by example 

• Ability to communicate effectively in person on a one-to-one basis and with groups, as well as over the telephone and in writing

• Excellent listening skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and others.

• Understanding of the needs of disadvantaged, disaffected, and vulnerable people, and the ability to work with them in a positive way

Qualifications and Skills:

• Qualifications/Experience in a relevant field (e.g., social work, Counselling, psychology, Information Advice and Guidance, Education, or related disciplines). A master's degree is desirable.

• Proven experience in Programme Planning and Event Management, preferably within a Charity, Community, Education, or similar setting.

• Strong organisational, Project Management and Prioritising abilities, with impeccable attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with participants, volunteers, and external partners.

• A compassionate and empathetic approach, with a genuine interest in the well-being of others.

• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures, including child protection and vulnerable adult support.

•  Proficiency in using relevant software for record-keeping and report generation.

•  Empathy and compassion for individuals facing hardship

•  Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.

•  Proficiency in Google Workspace and databases, and experience with client management and other IT  / Project Management systems.

• Cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and experiences.

- A degree in social work, community development, or a related field is preferred.

- Experience working in a charity or community service environment, particularly with vulnerable populations.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse groups.

- Understanding of issues related to poverty, housing, and social welfare systems.

- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Commitment to Equal Opportunities 

All Staff, Contractors, Freelancers, and Volunteers have a legal and moral responsibility to ensure that Spring Community Hub is free from discrimination, harassment, and bullying

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications regardless of sex, gender, and race, age, belief in any religion and none, gender identity, ethnic origin, class, sexuality, nationality, appearance, unrelated criminal activities, disability, responsibility for dependents, part-time or shift workers, being HIV positive or living with AIDS, lived experience of Significant Poverty or Inequality and any other matter which causes a person to be treated with injustice.

We believe diversity is a strength, and we aim to make sure that SCH reflects the communities we serve. 

SCH is consciously working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can bring out their skills and talents and make their best contribution to our mission to support our guests along their journey to move on and achieve full social, economic, and emotional independence to live healthy lives in a community that supports each other.

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 Significant Poverty and Inequality and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.

Responsible for staff/equipment 

Spring Activity Camp Coordinators/Bank Staff/Facilitators and Sessional Volunteers/Partnerships/Phone/Laptop 

Reporting to…

• Spring Activity Camp/Pastoral Manager

Why Join us / Benefits 

• A warm, welcoming, and passionate working environment.

• People-focused with a friendly and supportive workplace culture

• We are a London Living Wage Employer

• An active commitment to equality and diversity

• We offer continuing opportunities for learning, and personal and Professional development together with regular supervision, training, and support for all our staff and Volunteers.

• Generous annual leave entitlement: 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

• Company pension scheme.

• Frequent Team Away Days and Celebrations, as part of a friendly and collaborative team

How to Apply 

Complete the application form. You will be asked to submit a CV if suitable. 

Please also include the names of 2 referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer (references will not be taken up until after interview for the successful candidate)

Closing Date: Interviews to be held virtually on a rolling basis 

Application process:

1. Complete our Application form 

2. Submit your CV with a Supporting Statement.

3. Initial Telephone interview - shortlisted candidates will be invited for a Telephone interview

4. If you are shortlisted from the Telephone Interview, you will be invited to a formal interview which will consist of the following: 

• A  Presentation topic will be shared with you in advance

• 60-minute Panel Interview with members of the SLT / Board of Trustees 

• Questions will be shared with you before the interview so that you can prepare. 

• Role-specific Practical Task 

Accessibility

We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please contact our Compliance and Development Manager to discuss how we can help.

SMART is hiring! We have a vacancy for a one year maternity cover contract, for a part time mental health Community Navigator. The Navigators support people with serious mental illness, with a range of issues including: housing, benefits, finance and social isolation.

We offer a friendly, collaborative, hybrid and integrated work environment in partnership with the NHS and other voluntary sector services, as well as a pension program, 28 days annual leave (pro rata for a part-time role), employee led HR processes and a competitive salary.

Ideally you will have experience of working within mental health/vulnerable adult services, working within multi-disciplinary teams, knowledge of the issues people face with housing/benefits etc and liaising with other services and professionals on service users behalf. 

The part-time role can be flexible to suit your needs, and can be worked over 3-5 days. We can discuss your preference at the interview stage. 

Application Deadline: 12th July at 23:30. PLEASE NOTE: We may interview before the closing date if we receive enough suitable applications

Feedback: Unfortunately, we are not able to give feedback to candidates not shortlisted. If you have not heard from us within a week of the closing date, please assume your application has not been shortlisted at this time.

Strategic. People-focused. Ready to grow something that matters?

At Brighter Together, we believe in a UK where every older person has regular, meaningful connections with young children. Our award-winning intergenerational programme tackles isolation and improves wellbeing by bringing together two often-overlooked groups—older adults and early years children—through joyful, structured weekly sessions.

We’re on an ambitious growth journey, and we’re now looking for a Programme Lead to help shape the next phase of our impact.

Founded in 2020, we’ve delivered over 160 projects across London, with extraordinary results: 98% of older adults report improved emotional wellbeing, and 97% of children show significant development in social skills. With expert-designed sessions based on cognitive stimulation therapy and the EYFS framework, our model is evidence-led, highly engaging, and full of heart.

We’re a small, dynamic charity with a start-up mindset: agile, fast-moving, and ambitious. This is your chance to play a key leadership role in a high-impact social venture—and help build something that really matters.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading the strategic growth, sales and delivery of our intergenerational programme across London

• Building and maintaining partnerships with care homes, nurseries and local stakeholders

• Overseeing and supporting a team of Session Facilitators and volunteers

• Shaping our impact and evaluation approach and producing key data insights

• Playing a core leadership role in organisational strategy, systems, and communications

This job is for you if:

• You thrive in start-up environments—building, improving, adapting

• You love selling a impactful programme to potential partners

• You’re a natural people person with strong project and team management skills

• You have experience leading programmes or partnerships with social impact

• You’re strategic, solutions-focused, and love getting things done

• You believe in the power of human connection to transform lives

Key details:

• Contract: 12-month fixed term, with potential to become permanent (subject to funding)

• Location: Hybrid, with 2 days/week in our Twickenham office + travel across London

• Salary: £32,000 – £42,000 depending on experience

• Annual leave: 25 days + bank holidays

• Hours: Full-time, with flexible working options

How to apply:

Send us your CV, a 2-page supporting statement, and a short task (outlined in our recruitment pack).

First round interviews: w/c 23rd June | Final interviews: Friday 4th July

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and lived experiences. If you’re not sure you meet every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you.