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Job Title: Activity Worker

Location: Enfield. This service does not have step free access. 

Salary: £28,800 

Shift Pattern: 37.5 hour per week  Monday to Sunday on a rota basis between 09:00 - 17:00 including evenings and bank holidays. You may be required to work outside these hours dependent on service and residents requirements.

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate Activity Worker to join our 24/7 supported accommodation service based in Enfield which supports residents who face challenges with their mental health, either transitioning from acute mental health wards or other residential settings. Our team are here to support our residents with care and rehabilitation to help them to achieve their personal needs and goals.

In this role, you’ll work on the frontline delivering high-quality, trauma-informed support within a psychologically informed environment (PIE). You’ll create and deliver activities programmes designed to support recovery, reablement, and independence, helping residents overcome challenges and achieve their personal goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and deliver engaging group and one-to-one activities tailored to residents’ needs
• Support residents to achieve their goals through personalised support, guidance, and interventions
• Encourage participation and engagement in activities, promoting wellbeing and social inclusion
• Contribute to support plans, risk assessments, and multi-disciplinary care planning
• Recognise and respond to changes in residents’ wellbeing, including mental and physical health
• Carry out safeguarding responsibilities and make referrals where appropriate
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in line with organisational policies
• Support the delivery of housing management tasks, ensuring safe and welcoming living environments
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners to deliver high-quality support

About You

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated individual who is committed to supporting people from diverse backgrounds. You will be approachable, resilient, and able to build meaningful relationships with residents. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment and feel confident using your initiative to respond to challenges and support individuals effectively. Most importantly, you’ll bring empathy, a non-judgemental approach, and a genuine passion for helping others achieve positive change.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with individuals with complex needs or a understanding of the sector
• Experience delivering or coordinating engaging activities or group programmes
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport
• Ability to work flexibly and respond to the needs of the service and residents
• Confidence using IT systems and maintaining accurate records
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders
• A proactive, solution-focused approach with good organisational skills
• Understanding of the challenges faced by people experiencing social exclusion or multiple disadvantage
• Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and a trauma-informed approach
• Alignment with SIG’s values, mission, and vision

Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.

What we Offer

• 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
• Employer Pension Contribution
• Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
• Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more
• Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work
• Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
• Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Annual Staff Awards
• EDI Ambassador programme

About Social Interest Group (SIG)

SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. 

We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. 

Additional Information

Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.

Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. 

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. 

Seeds of Peace is an organisation which inspires and cultivates new generations of global leaders in communities divided by conflict by providing them with the skills, relationships, and community to transform conflict into progress. This Seeds of Peace Camp brings together young people from across Egypt, India, Israel, Jordan, Pakistan, Palestine, the US and the UK to work collaboratively with peers in a multi-national setting. The program provides a transformative journey of personal growth through dialogue and leadership exercises, equipping participants to become effective agents of change in their communities.

The Camp staff team consists of counselors, facilitators and a leadership team, all working together to create and implement the camp programme and contribute to an environment of harmony at Camp. The role of Activity Leader is to create activities that are intentional in featuring dialogic elements which complement the Camp dialogue curriculum and are fun, engaging and inclusive.

This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of young people while developing your own leadership, facilitation, and intercultural communication skills as part of a dedicated team.

Main Responsibilities Include:

Camp Programming and Activities

• Design and lead activities as part of the arts, sports, or group challenge activity team.
• Running activities that complement the camp Dialogue programme and contain dialogic elements in line with the Dialogue curriculum.
• Plan, create and implement all camp programming for 120 campers.
• Developing a resource base of activities that meet the goals and objectives of the programme
• Preparing rainy day back up programmes which can be implemented at short notice
• Design, plan and run ‘Colour Games’ - a two day phase of camp with various individual and group activities.
• Creating an environment of fun, engagement and inclusivity in all activities

Additional Camp Support

• Contribute to an atmosphere of communication, trust and respect on Camp.
• Supporting Counsellors with bunk responsibilities after the camp day’s activities.
• Collaborate with the Dialogue team (Dialogue Lead and facilitators) in all aspects of camp life.
• Adhering to all Seeds of Peace policies and procedures, in order to create a Camp environment that is physically and emotionally safe.
• Commitment to professionalism in an informal educational space.
• Assisting with night patrol duties

Prerequisite knowledge, skills and competencies:

Required

• Spoken and written fluency in English
• Track record of running engaging activities with youth
• Fantastic communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to establish strong relationships quickly
• Highly organised with an excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to motivate self and others
• Excellent collaboration and team work skills
• Patience, flexibility, and creativity.
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn.
• Sense of humour and adventure
• Comfort with travelling and working in a demanding residential environment
• Belief in the potential and brilliance of youth.

Desirable

• Specialist activity expertise and significant experience offering and leading specific activities (instruction, direction of activities).
• Experience in working with young people in education, peacebuilding or other in residential settings.
• Knowledge of Seeds of Peace camp philosophies and traditions
• Fluency in multiple languages
• Significant experience working in a multi-cultural environment - knowledge of cultural sensitivities regarding Seeds of Peace delegations

Notes

• This position is residential, meaning meals and accommodation are provided during camp and staff training. Furthermore, the cost of travel to and from camp and cost of Visa Application Fee (if applicable) is covered by Seeds of Peace.
• All staff are required to commit to the full duration of the session July 18th - August 10th and participate in mandatory staff training held both online prior to camp and in person on camp July 10th - 17th.

Must also:

• Be entitled to work in the UK
• Hold a DBS certificate or be willing to let Seeds of Peace undertake a check on your behalf
• Have a recent safeguarding qualification from a recognised provider or be willing to undertake additional training in this area
• Comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, confidentiality, data protection and reporting concerns to an appropriate person

Seeds of Peace values the differences that a diverse workforce brings and is committed to inclusivity. We welcome all applicants from any race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, sexuality, or any other protected characteristic.

We can make reasonable adjustments throughout the application process and on the job. Please let us know, by contacting us separately if you need any adjustments or changes to be made during the recruitment process because of a disability or long-term health condition.

Exercise and Socialise is a programme of weekly exercise sessions specially designed for different needs, abilities and interests, but all aimed at the frail and unconfident.

For the financial year 2026/27 we have funding to provide 30 classes across the 5 neighbourhoods in Lambeth, maximising coverage and giving space to local needs.

The primary focus is on improving physical health and confidence and getting people active again and increasing their resilience. But it also has secondary aims of decreasing isolation and improving people's mental health.

Specific Duties

1. To assess referrals that come in and assess their eligibility. Help them choose a suitable class based on their ability.
2. Responsible for sourcing accessible venues.
3. Setting up the groups and engaging paid instructors.
4. To provide regular monitoring and impact reports for our funders, using both qualitative and quantitative data to demonstrate how the support has benefited participants.
5. To regularly monitor the KPIs and outcomes set by funders, ensuring the project remains on track to achieve targets and identifying any areas requiring additional support or improvement.
6. To deliver a diverse mix of exercise groups, including chair yoga, seated aerobics, Tai Chi, and seated jive. Offer low-impact sports like table tennis and weight training, and introduce targeted activities specifically designed to overcome the challenge of engaging older men.
7. To promote the groups at meetings and support our comms team to promote the service.
8. To create referral pathways for health professionals, Social Prescribers Link Workers, Neighbourhood Wellbeing Workers, etc.

General Duties

1. Work closely with the Head of Commercial Services and Volunteering.
2. Develop and maintain links with Public Health and the Community Rehab and Falls team.
3. To recruit tutors/instructors who have adequate qualifications and insurance.
4. To make sure relevant information/registers are collected and put on our Podio system.
5. To have relevant information about clubs, groups and MYSocial so that when the course ends, people have the confidence and fitness to join other exercise/activities.
6. Carry out a wellbeing assessment (via the Outcome Star) and monitor at the beginning and at the end of the course to monitor impact on mobility and wellbeing at the end of the course and record and report findings on Podio.
7. Manage budgets and resources.

List some of the key achievements/developments that you would expect a new jobholder to have
completed in the first six months in the role

● To have completed all key training courses relevant to the role and to working at Age UK Lambeth
● Analyse the current service versus the new funding requirements and make adjustments to the system and reporting
● Meet with all the trainers
● Connect with all venues and their contacts
● Set up the shelter scheme exercise classes
● Set up the Awards for All exercise classes

Please note the contract length and salary:

Fixed-term contract of:
● 31.5 hours until March 31st 2027.
● Due to funding, the hours will be reduced to 14 hours (2 days a week) from April 1st 2027 to March 31st 2028.

Salary of:

£27,595 per annum for 35 hours
● Pro-rata: 31.5 hours until 31/03/2027 at £24,835, reducing to 14 hours at £11,038 from 01/06/27 to 31/03/28.

Management Accountant 

Permanent

Salary: £45,000-£50,000

London N1

Full time – 37.5 hours a week 

We're a hybrid working employer, meaning you're required to come into the office at least 2 days per week currently Tuesday, and Wednesday or Thursday.

Closing date: 5pm, Friday 19th June 2026

First Interviews: w/c 6th July 2026

Second interviews: w/c 13th July 2026

An exciting opportunity for a Management Accountant has arisen at World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF). 

World Cancer Research Fund champions the latest and most authoritative scientific research from around the world on cancer prevention and survival through diet, weight and physical activity, so that we can empower people to make informed lifestyle choices to reduce their cancer risk.

We are seeking a management accountant to take responsibility for producing the UK monthly management accounts pack (from journals to financial statements), culminating in a presentation for the board of trustees. Additionally, to assist in the annual audit and work with the US based assistant controller on cash reporting, direct mail analysis and any ad hoc projects.

The successful candidate will have a professional accounting qualification (finalists accepted). Strong analytical skills and attention to detail is key, as is proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills. Candidates will need to have knowledge of financial regulations and reporting standards and an understanding of the Charity SORP. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively, as well as strong communication skills to present financial data clearly to stakeholders would be an advantage. 

At WCRF, using AI to work smarter and deliver greater impact is part of everyone’s role and candidates should be open to exploring new, and more efficient, ways of working through the use of AI.

Application Details:

If you are interested in this role and feel you possess the necessary requirements, please submit a current CV and covering letter (maximum 2 pages) by the closing date. You must have current right to work in the UK.

Please note: Your cover letter should highlight how your skills and experience will benefit WCRF and equip you for the role.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to provide feedback to shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. 

Overall Job Purpose:

Seeds of Peace is an organisation which inspires and cultivates new generations of global leaders in communities divided by conflict by providing them with the skills, relationships, and community to transform conflict into progress. This Seeds of Peace Camp brings together young people from across Egypt, India, Israel, Jordan, Pakistan, Palestine, and US and UK to work collaboratively with peers in a multi-national setting. The program provides a transformative journey of personal growth through dialogue and leadership exercises, equipping participants to become effective agents of change in their communities.

The Camp staff team consists of counselors, facilitators, activity leaders and a leadership team, all working together to create and implement the camp programme and contribute to an environment of harmony at Camp. The role of Counsellor is to guide and mentor campers in their day to day experience of camp. Counsellors are by campers' side throughout their journey, encouraging and supporting them along the way.

This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of young people while developing your own leadership, facilitation, and intercultural communication skills as part of a dedicated team.

Main responsibilities include:

Camper Support and Supervision

• Supervise campers in residential and activity groups, ensuring you know where campers are at all times.
• Get to know each camper individually and provide the support they need to help them have a safe and successful camp experience.
• Support campers in their day-to-day needs, including proactively supporting campers emotional and physical wellbeing and managing camper behaviour.
• Mentor and prioritise the well-being of campers at all times, while acting as a role model and offering guidance and support to campers.
• Collaborate with other staff to address complex issues and ensure camper well-being.
• Maintain open communication with campers to uphold a supportive atmosphere.
• Facilitation of cultural exchange and understanding amongst campers by embracing and celebrating the diverse backgrounds of campers.

Programming and Activities:

• Encourage active participation for campers in all camp activities.

Additional Camp Support

• Contribute to an atmosphere of communication, trust and respect on Camp.
• Collaborate with the Dialogue and Group Challenge team (Dialogue Lead and facilitators) in all aspects of camp life.
• Adhering to all Seeds of Peace policies and procedures, in order to create a Camp environment that is physically and emotionally safe.
• Commitment to professionalism in an informal educational space.
• Provide support and encouragement to other staff members and maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for participants.

Prerequisite knowledge, skills and competencies:

Required

• Spoken and written fluency in English
• Fantastic communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to establish strong relationships quickly
• Highly organised with an excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to motivate self and others
• Excellent collaboration and team work skills
• Patience, flexibility, and creativity.
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn
• Sense of humour and adventure
• Comfort with travelling and working in a demanding residential environment
• Belief in the potential and brilliance of youth

Desirable

• Experience in working with young people in education, peacebuilding or other in residential settings
• Knowledge of Seeds of Peace camp philosophies and traditions
• Fluency in multiple languages
• Significant experience working in a multi-cultural environment - knowledge of cultural sensitivities regarding Seeds of Peace delegations

Notes

• This position is residential, meaning meals and accommodation are provided during camp and staff training. Furthermore, the cost of travel to and from camp and cost of Visa Application Fee (if applicable) is covered by Seeds of Peace.
• All staff are required to commit to the full duration of the session July 18th - August 10th and participate in a mandatory staff training held both online prior to camp and in person on camp July 10th - 17th

Must also:

• Be entitled to work in the UK
• Hold a DBS certificate or be willing to let Seeds of Peace undertake a check on your behalf
• Have a recent safeguarding qualification from a recognised provider or be willing to undertake additional training in this area
• Comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, confidentiality, data protection and reporting concerns to an appropriate person

Seeds of Peace values the differences that a diverse workforce brings and is committed to inclusivity. We welcome all applicants from any race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, sexuality, or any other protected characteristic.

We can make reasonable adjustments throughout the application process and on the job. Please let us know, by contacting us separately if you need any adjustments or changes to be made during the recruitment process because of a disability or long-term health condition.

Job Title: Head of Business Operations
Salary: £40,000 per annum (£32,000 per annum pro rata) + 10% company pension on successful completion of probation
Contract: Permanent
Base: The Brain Charity, Norton Street, Liverpool, L3 8LR
Hours: Part Time - 30 hours per week
Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer
Direct Reports: 4

Summary of Role

The Head of Business Operations will play a key leadership role within The Brain Charity, leading and overseeing the effective and safe delivery of a range of business and operational activities. This includes responsibility for premises management, health and safety, data protection compliance, ICT systems, and operational services such as room hire and café provision.

Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and senior colleagues, the role will ensure that systems, processes and services run efficiently, meet regulatory requirements, and support the charity’s wider objectives. The postholder will also lead on continuous improvement, oversee operational performance, manage budgets and commercial activities, and develop sustainable income-generating services that support people living with neurological conditions.
 

Key Responsibilities

Management of Physical Assets

• Hold responsibility for the organisation’s assets register.
• Ensure that all buildings owned by the organisation and their fixtures and fittings are maintained to a high standard in a cost-effective way.

Health & Safety, Security & Business Continuity

• Provide leadership and assurance on the effectiveness of Health & Safety controls across the organisation.
• Ensure the safe, secure and continuous operation of the charity’s premises, including oversight of access arrangements, security controls, and incident response.
• Ensure Health & Safety and food safety policies are in place, effectively implemented, embedded into day-to-day operations, and consistently monitored to maintain full compliance across all operational activities.
• Ensure statutory checks, monitoring activities and remedial actions are completed, documented and reviewed in line with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain organisational readiness for incidents affecting premises safety, security, or continuity of service delivery, and act as the designated Deputy within the Business Continuity Plan, carrying out responsibilities in line with the defined scope and actions of the plan.
• Act as a designated security key holder and first point of contact for premises alarm activations and building security incidents, ensuring appropriate timely response and escalation.

Data Protection & GDPR

• Support and contribute to ensuring compliance with GDPR and data protection legislation across the organisation.
• Support the CEO and senior leadership team in meeting data protection responsibilities, including compliance reporting and engagement with the ICO and Subject Access Requests where required.

ICT, Digital & Systems Oversight

• Provide oversight of ICT infrastructure, Microsoft 365 accounts and CRM systems, ensuring they support operational and business objectives.
• Produce and present quarterly reports covering ICT performance, KPIs, system risks and improvement activity.
• Manage supplier relationships and contracts for IT support services, including due diligence, contract management and renewal.
• Support ICT and CRM development initiatives in line with organisational priorities.
• Ensure compliance with Cyber Essentials requirements and oversee the organisation’s cyber security posture.

Operational Management

• Take responsibility for improving the performance, productivity, efficiency, and profitability of the café, room hire services.
• Work collaboratively with the Communications Team to support the promotion and advertising of business activities, including room hire and café services.
• Lead and manage facilities refurbishment and improvement projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
• Oversee contractor engagement ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and contractual requirements during works.
• Ensure appropriate insurance policies are in place, regularly reviewed and maintained in line with organisational risk exposure.
• Act as the operational lead for insurance-related matters, including renewals and claims support.
• Support the CEO and Trustee Board with financial matters relating to business activities as required.
• Monitor and analyse business data, producing reports and delivering presentations to senior management and the trustee board.

Financial Management

• Set and manage budgets for existing product and service delivery.
• Forecast sales targets and monitor progress against these.
• Support the CEO and Trustee Board with financial matters related to business activities as required.

People Management

• Take responsibility for being up to date with the charity’s current policies and procedures and ensure they are adhered to by all staff within your department.
• Monitor, performance manage and improve the efficiency of all direct reports.
• Support the professional development of all direct reports.
• Provide ongoing and regular formal supervision through the organisation’s supervision and appraisal framework.
• Motivate staff to achieve their KPIs through quality controls.
• Monitor, train and support all volunteers.
• Delegate tasks to achieve the overall aims of the organisation in line with own responsibilities.
• Contribute to The Brain Charity management rota when required. 

Other

• Take responsibility for being up to date with the charity’s current policies and procedures and to adhere to these.
• Actively support promotional and fundraising events for The Brain Charity, attending a minimum of 1 fundraising or client-focussed event over the course of a year.
• Assist and support volunteers within the team as and when required.
• Carry out any other reasonable tasks which may be required by the charity from time to time.
• Regularly provide cover for all aspects of the department you belong to during any absence relating to your colleagues.

Hours: 22.2 hours (3 days) per week 

Salary: £35,412 - £40,777 p.a. pro-rata (salary to be at entry-level except in exceptional circumstances). 

Contract: Fixed term to March 2027

To achieve the mission of active lives for all, Greater Manchester needs a wide and inclusive range of environments and activities that support the wellbeing of people of all ages, backgrounds and identities to enjoy an active life, with positive experiences.

We are seeking to recruit an individual with purpose, passion and integrity to strengthen and champion good welfare and safeguarding standards and practice for clubs, youth and community groups and other organisations delivering all forms of movement, physical activity and sport.

Greater Manchester Moving is the Greater Manchester charity committed to changing lives by inspiring a healthier future in Greater Manchester through moving more, sport and physical activity. We play a strategic leadership role in support of the Greater Manchester wide movement, for movement.

We are looking for someone with the knowledge, skills and experience to play a leading, supporting and connecting role to strengthen and champion good welfare and safeguarding standards and practice for clubs, youth and community groups and other organisations delivering all forms of movement, physical activity and sport. The role forms part of a national network of Sport Welfare Officers.

It’s an exciting time to join the team as we develop our vision to build and foster relationships with and between people, communities and system partners, to enable a whole system approach to supporting the development of community networks, activities and opportunities to move more and tackle inequality.

We are seeking an individual who loves working with people, who can unite people from diverse backgrounds around a vision, who understands the power of collaboration and who can work with others to help people connect, support and lead across sectors, organisations and alongside communities to help us achieve the ambitions set out in the ten-year strategy, GM Moving in Action.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high performing Active Partnership team working with a network committed to making positive change through physical activity, sport and movement.

This is a part-time role (22.2 hours per week), but job shares/secondments will be considered as part of our commitment to flexible working. Working days will predominantly be Monday to Friday, but occasional evening/weekend work may be required. Our team works a minimum of two days a week in person, and our core office day is Tuesday.

We have permanent office space in the National Squash Centre in Manchester, and regular team and co-working days in venues across Greater Manchester, blended with homeworking. We trust you to work in a way that suits you and that enables you to be productive and happy.

Greater Manchester Moving is committed to providing equal opportunities and promoting diversity, irrespective of ethnicity, age, gender identity, sexuality, disability, religion, pregnancy or personal circumstance. We aspire to being a diverse, inclusive and responsible organisation. Our aim is to have a workforce that reflects and understands the communities we work alongside. We are particularly keen to hear from people from underrepresented groups as we know this will allow us to make better, more inclusive and informed decisions, provide wider perspectives and drive change. 

Closing date for applications:  Sunday 14 June 2026, 5pm. 

Interview date: Monday 22 June 2026 (If you're unavailable on this date, please let us know when submitting your application).

Moving Medicine Patients Project Coordinator - Job Description

Office and home based - Hybrid Working

With occasional travel for meetings, events or project delivery across the UK

Role Purpose

The Moving Medicine Patients Project Coordinator will support the delivery and coordination of nationally significant, cross-sector programmes aimed at reducing barriers to physical activity for people living with long-term health conditions.

The role works across major national projects, including the Sport England-funded Moving Together project and the FSEM and Nuffield Health partnership project focused on person-centred care pathways.

The postholder will coordinate project activity across health, physical activity, policy, academic and community sectors, supporting stakeholder engagement, governance, communications, events, evaluation and delivery.

This is a fast-paced, multi-partner role requiring organisation, initiative and the ability to maintain momentum across complex workstreams, contributing to wider systems-change efforts to improve access to physical activity and reduce inequalities.

Duties

· Coordinate day-to-day project activities across multiple projects and partners

· Schedule and manage meetings, events and stakeholder engagement activity

· Prepare agendas, take minutes and track actions from governance meetings

· Maintain project documentation including plans, trackers and reports

· Support communications outputs such as newsletters, briefings and stakeholder updates

· Assist with delivery of workshops, webinars and engagement sessions

· Liaise with partners, suppliers and stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery

· Support financial processes including invoice tracking and budget monitoring

· Contribute to evaluation activity, including data collection and feedback processes

Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Delivery

• Support planning and delivery of project activity across multiple national workstreams
• Maintain project plans, timelines, trackers and delivery actions
• Monitor progress and escalate risks, delays or issues

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Working

• Act as a key liaison between internal teams and external stakeholders
• Build and maintain effective relationships across sectors
• Support inclusive engagement with diverse communities and stakeholders

Events & Engagement

• Coordinate meetings, workshops, webinars and stakeholder events
• Support logistics, communications and follow-up actions

Communications & Resources

• Assist with internal and external communications, including updates and materials
• Support development and dissemination of project resources

Evaluation & Reporting

• Support data collection, evaluation and reporting processes
• Contribute to reports, presentations and documentation

Governance & Administration

• Provide secretariat support to governance groups and working groups
• Support financial administration and operational processes

Accountabilities

• Accurate and timely coordination of project activities and deliverables
• Maintaining up-to-date project plans, records and documentation
• Effective communication and coordination across stakeholders and partners
• Delivery of high-quality administrative, governance and event support
• Proactive identification and escalation of risks, issues or delays
• Contribution to project reporting, evaluation and continuous improvement
• Supporting inclusive and equitable project delivery

Job Attributes / Skills / Requirements

Essential

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confident stakeholder engagement and relationship management across multiple partners
• Experience coordinating projects, programmes or partnerships
• Ability to work independently, proactively and as part of a team
• Experience supporting meetings, events, workshops or webinars
• Strong administrative and operational coordination skills
• High attention to detail with effective problem-solving ability
• Confident using Microsoft Office and cloud-based systems

Desirable

• Experience working in health, physical activity, public, charity or education sectors
• Experience working with clinicians, academics, policy stakeholders or people with lived experience
• Familiarity with UK healthcare systems, physical activity sector, or health inequalities
• Experience supporting communications, content development or resource creation
• Experience supporting evaluation, reporting or data collection processes
• Experience working across complex partnerships or systems-change programmes
• Experience using project management tools or financial systems (e.g. Xero)

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised and dependable
• Collaborative and relationship-focused
• Proactive and solutions-oriented
• Comfortable working within complexity and ambiguity
• Able to balance competing priorities calmly and effectively
• Passionate about reducing inequalities and improving access to physical activity and health

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to HND level or degree (or equivalent professional experience) in public health, sport, project management, healthcare, communications or a related field.

MERSEYSIDE YOUTH ASSOCIATION LTD

Is seeking to recruit the following:

OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTRE MANAGER THE DAM

Hours:

 35 hours per week

(Will Include Some Evening and Weekend Work)

Salary:

£34,580 p.a. - £37,601 p.a. - MYA Grade 7 Point 25-28

Fixed Term Funded to 31st January 2030

(With the Potential to be Extended to 31st January 2032)

Merseyside Youth Association is seeking an energetic and visionary Outdoor Education Centre Manager to lead our lakeside Outdoor Education Centre (based on the Lord Derby Estate in Knowsley) into its next exciting chapter.

You’ll be the driving force behind the Centre’s direction, designing imaginative outdoor programmes for children and young people including those who may never have experienced the outdoors before.

Alongside the outdoor delivery, you’ll bring strong commercial flair: developing and delivering a robust income generation strategy, managing budgets, securing grants, expanding school and corporate bookings, and positioning MYA as the provider of choice for outdoor education locally and beyond.

You’ll build meaningful partnerships, drive targeted marketing, track both impact and financial KPIs, and ensure our programmes not only change lives but also sustain the long-term future of the Centre.

If you’re driven, innovative, and passionate about shaping inclusive outdoor experiences that help young people grow in confidence and joy, this is your opportunity to lead something remarkable.

Note: As part of your application please make sure you highlight how you meet both the Essential and Desirable elements of the job specification.

Merseyside Youth Association Limited Actively Promotes the Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults, Young People and Children. 

The above post will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure,

Please note, CV’s will not be accepted and should not be part of your supporting information.

Closing Date for Completed Applications:  Midnight Friday 12th June 2026

 Merseyside Youth Association Limited is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to maintaining a non-abusive environment

ABOUT THE ROLE

Think Active is entering an exciting period of growth, collaboration and system leadership. Over the coming years, we aim to strengthen our influence and impact across Coventry, Solihull & Warwickshire, particularly in tackling inequalities through the power of sport and physical activity.

At the heart of our work is our vision:

#WeThinkActive – Everyone in Coventry, Solihull & Warwickshire to benefit from movement and enjoy sport and physical activity in safe and thriving communities.

And our mission:

We will use the power and potential of sport and physical activity to enable future generations to have healthier and more prosperous lives.

This new role of Strategic Partnership Lead: Coventry has been created following successful investment through Sport England’s Place Expansion programme for Coventry. The role will provide strategic leadership for the implementation and coordination of the Sport England Place Expansion investment across Coventry , including supporting the development and implementation of the emerging Coventry Physical Activity Partnership. 

The role reflects the growing recognition that physical activity has an important role to play in improving health, reducing inequalities and strengthening communities across Coventry. We envisage physical activity continuing to be used as part of the wider One Coventry approach to tackling the inequalities experienced by local people.

The postholder will be employed by Think Active but will work on behalf of the Coventry Physical Activity Partnership, bringing together partners from across sectors around a shared vision and agenda for change.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, pre-employment checks, a DBS check and proof of the right to work in the UK.

BASE LOCATION & WORKING APPROACH

Think Active’s headquarters are at 1 Mill Street in Leamington Spa; however, this role will also be expected to work from a range of locations across Coventry, reflecting the partnership and place-based nature of the role.

This role requires a strong commitment to system working, including engaging with partners and stakeholders where they are and at times that best support collaboration and impact. As such, there may be a requirement for occasional evening and weekend work. 

There will also be occasional travel regionally and nationally to support partnership working, learning, and organisational priorities. 

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE

Uphold the values, culture and customer charter of Think Active in your behaviour and your work. 

Reporting to the Development Director, the Strategic Partnership Lead: Coventry will will act as a senior leader within Think Active, shaping our strategic role and leading the implementation of the Sport England Place Expansion investment across Coventry, ensuring strong partnership working, effective programme delivery and a collaborative, community-centred approach. 

The role will play a key part in ensuring physical activity is embedded within wider system priorities across Coventry, including health, wellbeing, inequalities, communities and place-based working.

The postholder will be expected to uphold the values, culture and customer charter of Think Active in their behaviour and work.

Strategic Leadership and Place Development

• Lead and project manage the implementation of the Sport England Place Expansion investment across Coventry, ensuring delivery aligns with the Conditions of Award

• Lead the development and implementation of the Place Expansion Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Framework for Coventry

• Support the strategic development of the Coventry Physical Activity Partnership and contribute to shaping its long-term direction and priorities

• Help position physical activity as part of the solution to wider social, health and community challenges within Coventry

• Influence and align partners to adopt whole-system thinking and inclusive, community-centred approaches

• Identify opportunities to strengthen collaboration, investment and impact across the Coventry system

• Ensure the voices and experiences of communities help shape priorities, approaches and decision-making

System Leadership

•  Position physical activity and movement as a contributing solution within wider prevention, inequality, wellbeing and community agendas across Coventry. 

• Build and maintain strong relationships with partners and stakeholders across sectors, including:

  • NHS organisations and health systems

  • Local Authority teams

  • Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) organisations

  • Community groups and residents

  • Strategic and operational delivery partners

• Act as a trusted partner, facilitator and connector across Coventry’s system landscape

• Convene and coordinate partners around shared agendas and priorities

• Be adept at navigating barriers and challenges to partnership working when they arise

• Represent Think Active and the Coventry Physical Activity Partnership within relevant boards, partnerships and working groups

• Support organisations and communities to co-design sustainable solutions that embed physical activity within communities and services

• Identify opportunities to strengthen long-term sustainability, investment and system ownership of Coventry’s Physical Activity Partnership. 

 Project Management, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning

• Manage the Place Expansion budget and ensure effective oversight of investment and resources

• Manage timelines, delivery plans, risks and reporting requirements

• Ensure robust monitoring, evaluation and learning approaches are embedded throughout delivery

• Contribute to capturing insight, learning and impact across the partnership and share this with stakeholders, including Sport England

• Support the development of local capacity by mentoring and supporting organisations and partners

• Ensure delivery remains aligned to community need, strategic priorities and organisational values

 Governance, Reporting and Contribution to Wider Organisational Priorities

• Prepare reports and updates for Think Active, partners, funders and governance groups as required

• Ensure delivery aligns with organisational governance, funding requirements and reporting frameworks

• Contribute to organisational learning and wider Think Active priorities

• Work collaboratively across the Think Active team, avoiding siloed approaches to delivery and partnership working

• Adhere to Think Active safeguarding, equality, health and safety, data protection and confidentiality policies

• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role as directed by the line manager and/or Chief Executive

PERSON SPECIFICATION: RELEVANT KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

A successful candidate for this role would be able to demonstrate the following skills, experience and knowledge:

Qualifications 

Essential Criteria 

• Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant professional experience in community development, public health, sport and physical activity, social policy, partnership working or related fields 

Desirable Criteria 

• Project management, systems leadership or facilitation qualification 

Experience 

Essential Criteria 

• Significant experience of leading or coordinating complex partnership programmes, projects or strategic initiatives across multiple organisations and stakeholders 

• Experience of working within partnership, public sector, health, community or system leadership environments 

• Proven ability to build, influence and maintain effective relationships with senior stakeholders, partners and communities 

• Experience of convening organisations and stakeholders around shared priorities, outcomes or strategic agendas

•  Experience of leading or supporting place-based, systems change or collaborative approaches to tackling inequalities 

• Experience of managing complex programmes, interconnected priorities, budgets and delivery plans 

• Experience of monitoring progress, managing risk and reporting to partners, governance groups or funders 

• Experience of amplifying community voice and lived experience to shape strategic priorities, partnership approaches or service design 

Desirable Criteria 

• Experience of working within Active Partnerships, Sport England funded programmes or wider place-based investment programmes 

•  Experience of working within or alongside local government, NHS, VCFSE or community-led systems 

•  Experience of working within Coventry or similar urban communities experiencing inequalities 

•  Experience of supporting or facilitating co-production, community engagement or participatory approaches 

• Experience of managing commissioned work, procurement processes or contract oversight 

• Experience of line management, mentoring or workforce development 

•  Experience of developing or applying monitoring, evaluation and learning frameworks 

• Experience of securing investment, funding or partnership contributions 

Knowledge 

Essential Criteria 

• Strong understanding of the role physical activity, movement and sport can play in improving health, reducing inequalities and strengthening communities 

• Understanding of systems leadership, partnership working and collaborative approaches to change 

• Understanding of inequalities, barriers to participation and the wider social determinants that influence health and wellbeing 

• Understanding of community-centred approaches, co-production and asset-based ways of working 

Desirable Criteria 

• Knowledge of Sport England’s Uniting the Movement strategy and place-based investment approaches 

• Knowledge of local policy, partnership or community landscapes across Coventry 

• Knowledge of monitoring, evaluation, insight and learning approaches within community or systems-based programmes 

• Awareness of current national policy relating to prevention, population health or place-based working 

 Skills 

Essential Criteria 

• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity 

• Excellent relationship-building, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills 

• Ability to bring people together around a shared purpose and create momentum for change 

• Strong programme and project management skills, including planning, coordination and oversight of multiple workstreams 

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly with different audiences and sectors 

•  Ability to analyse information, identify opportunities and translate insight into action and partnership development 

•  Confident digital literacy skills, including use of Microsoft Office and collaborative working tools 

Desirable Criteria 

• Facilitation, workshop design or group process skills 

• Presentation or public speaking experience 

• Experience of developing reports, business cases or funding proposals

ABOUT THINK ACTIVE

Think Active is a charity and the Active Partnership for Coventry, Solihull, and Warwickshire. We are one of 6 sub-regional Active Partnerships within the West Midlands and one of 42 across England.

Active Partnerships are strategic organisations that recognise activity levels are affected by a complex system of influences, and no single organisation or programme can create sustainable change at scale. Understanding the unique attributes and challenges within Coventry, Solihull and Warwickshire, we work collaboratively with our network of local partners to help create the right conditions for those facing the greatest inequalities to have access to movement, sport and physical activity, in a way that works for them For further information on Think Active, please visit our website here 

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THINK ACTIVE

• Employer pension contribution of 6%, subject to scheme eligibility and terms.27 days annual leave (FTE), plus bank holidays.

• Agile and flexible working, with a blended approach to home, office, and remote working.

• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and sick leave policies.

• Contribution to the cost of eye tests.

• Commitment to professional development and training.

• Cycle to Work Scheme.

• Life Insurance cover

 We love difference and will be interested to find out what motivates you and how you can contribute to Think Active. We encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are a Disability Confident committed employer, and we actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application and assessment process, and upon joining Think Active.

We recognise that some of the language used within this job description may be sector specific. We are committed to keeping jargon to a minimum and would encourage interested applicants to ask questions or seek clarification at any point during our recruitment process.

The Director of Place, Programmes and Delivery provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of the charity’s programmes and projects, including our Place Expansion work, ensuring they are high-quality, impactful, and aligned with the organisation’s mission and values. The role is responsible for translating strategic objectives into effective delivery, embedding learning and improvement, and ensuring programmes are sustainable, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of funders.

You will have a strong understanding of risk management, developing senior relationships with key partner agencies, able to take decisive and proactive actions to ensure smooth execution of programmes.

You will be purposeful and collaborative with the ability to manage multiple complex programmes at one time. The current programmes you will be responsible for include: Safeguarding and Welfare, Playzones, and Place Expansion. You will also be responsible for all of our Project work.

Being the senior leader responsible for our Place Expansion work will be a substantial part of this role.  Place-based working in this sector is still emerging and operates within complex local systems, requiring the ability to navigate, influence and align a wide range of partners, often with different priorities, accountabilities and constraints.

You will also be the lead senior officer responsible for Safeguarding.

As a member of the senior leadership team, the Director of Programmes, Delivery and Place contributes to organisational strategy, resource planning, and organisational culture. You will also regularly attend Board meetings and Sub-Committee meetings as required.

Find out more about this role at our online candidate information webinar on 8th June at 3pm.  Join the session using the link in the recruitment pack or watch the recording of the session on our YouTube Channel.

Please see the recruitment pack on our website for full details of this role.

Who you are:

• Significant senior-level experience in programme or service delivery within the charity, public, or related sectors.
• Experience of managing and influencing complex relationships with external senior stakeholders at a strategic level and brokering solutions in environments where relationships can be both collaborative and contested.
• Proven experience of leading complex programmes and teams.
• Strong understanding of programme design, delivery and impact measurement.
• Experience of project management tools, resource planning and budget management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Strong commitment to, and knowledge of, safeguarding, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Alignment with the values and mission of the organisation.
• You are able to demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion in relation to London.
• You have lived experience of day-to-day life in London. 

Key Details:

• Full-time (35 hours per week).  We are open to discussing flexible working options.
• Salary: £75,000 per annum if full-time
• Permanent contract
• Flexible working: we use a model of 2 plus days per week in our central London office at House of Sport or a partner organization and working from home, with travel required throughout London
• Offering 28 days’ holiday + 8 public holidays + 5 volunteer days + Christmas Closure
• Competitive Pension scheme 
• Life Assurance and Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Provider giving access to counselling and practical support

Timeline:

Deadline for applications: EoD on Tuesday 16th June

Do you have a background working in the care sector?

Are you looking for a rewarding leadership position within a mission-drive organisation that has strong values?

Since our launch in 1994, Bethphage has grown, diversified, and built an exceptional reputation for person-centred care. We are a charity that truly puts the people we support at the heart of everything we do, and our commitment to excellence is reflected in our Investors in People Gold accreditation, which we’ve maintained for 12 years.

The Head of Operations manages the Area Manager Team with a broad yet detailed oversight on service delivery across all provisions. With an organisation-wide focus, you will work closely with colleagues who oversee Quality, Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), Development, HR and Finance.

Over the next two years, the successful candidate will continue to deliver our current strategic plan (2024-28), further developing external relationships while working closely and effectively with commissioners, health colleagues and contacts from competitor organisations.

 Core Duties

• Provide decisive and clear leadership to your Area Managers and across the wider organisation
• Ensure that Bethphage’s services are managed and delivered in accordance with regulatory, legislative, and contractual requirements, as well as our values and vision for future development
• Ensure policies and procedures are implemented and adopted across the charity
• Ensure compliance with Safeguarding policies
• Ensure absence and performance management is dealt with across the operations team
• Ensure staff are treated respectfully and professionally, valued for their contributions and encouraged to develop their knowledge and experience
• Produce reports which evaluate accidents, incidents and near misses reported into our Care Management System (CMS), identifying trends and themes and positive action to improve future outcomes
• Monitor the external landscape for emerging themes and changes in government policies
• Manage and monitor budgets
• Prepare quarterly reports and attend Board meetings to advise trustees on operational matters and provide assurance

The Head of Operations is an essential member of the Executive Management Team (EMT), working effectively with the other five EMT members to develop the business strategically and continue to provide relevant, excellent, outcome focused service provision; whilst ensuring that Bethphage diversifies into new ways of working to remain fit for purpose and continue to be a provider and employer of choice.

Essential requirements

• Minimum of a Level 5 in Health and Social Care and/or management qualification
• Demonstrable experience working in the care sector working with people with disabilities
• Background working at a senior level
• Experience of leading and delivering projects
• A track record of working with local authorities, commissioners and families
• Effective budget and resource management
• Driver with own vehicle (you must have or be willing to get business class insurance)

Please submit a CV in the first instance.

We welcome you to apply before 11:59 on 19th June 2026.

Interview Date: TBC

If you would like more information, please get in touch with Louis Eastwell of Hire Purpose.

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