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Programme & Partnerships Lead
Permanent. Full time. Hybrid working
Location: This role can be based in any of these locations - UK: Cardiff, Edinburgh, London, Warrington or Internationally: Abuja, Bogota, Dhaka, or Nairobi
Salary: Competitive
If we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert before the scheduled closing date. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to apply at their earliest convenience.
About us
Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.
We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues.
About the role
Reporting in to the Global Head of Programme Policy and Practice, the Programme & Partnerships Lead is pivotal to the design and impact success of signature programmes. It works closely with Multi Country Clusters (MCC) to do so, including the design of MEAL frameworks to support monitoring and evidence capture.
Working with MCC leadership the post-holder will identify areas for support and make appropriate links with enabling functions. Across MCC programme portfolios this role will provide support to ensure a coherent application of our partnership principles and alignment with organisational values and goals.
The role provides leadership to the team which includes MEAL, a Programme Portfolio Advisor, and a Civil Society and Faith specialist to help deliver high-impact programmes with an emphasis on decolonial approaches and methodologies. The role will provide specific support to the development of Christian Aid’s faith based partnerships.
The role spearheads localisation and CSO approach as an underpinning ethos of the new organisational mode.
Some of the main responsibilities of the Programme & Partnerships Lead include:
- Inspire and motivate the team and colleagues in the Programme Policy and Practice division to support MCC’s, to drive meaningful impact.
- Work across Departments to support the design of signature programmes, including building connections across the MCCs, developing an appropriate MEAL framework and ensuring effective reporting and links to Organisational Effectiveness.
- Work with the Global MEAL Advisor and Organisational Effectiveness Department to commission internal and external impact evaluations and research for signature programmes and the wider unrestricted funding portfolio; this will include a focus on decolonial approaches to evaluation.
- With an emphasis on signature programmes work with IPE and MCCs to identify opportunities for the further development of signature programmes.
- Ensure processes and guardrails are in place to support the strategic allocation of resources to MCCs.
- Develop and maintains strong cross sector and internal relationships that fosters cross-functional consensus.
- Collaborate with MCC staff to develop and communicate a clear picture of Christian Aid’s programmatic portfolio, and of delivery of organisational impact that aligns to organisational values and goals
About you
Who we are looking for
Essential:
- Degree or equivalent qualification in business, economics, international development, or a related discipline.
- Significant senior management/ leadership experience.
- Experience in problem solving to unblock obstacles for programme delivery success.
- Experience of developing innovate multi-country programmes.
- Experience of developing budget recommendations linked to multi-country programmes.
- Experience of team design and recruitment of programme delivery roles.
- Substantial experience of partnership management.
- Substantial experience of project design, monitoring and evaluation tools.
- Openness to understanding and working with decolonised approaches to project design, monitoring and evaluation tools.
- Understanding of financial controls and procedures including due-diligence processes - highly numerate.
- Highly developed communication skill written and verbal.
Desirable:
- Developed understanding of operating with a total economy approach.
- Highly developed relationship building and facilitation and senior stakeholder engagement.
- Developed ability to devise and implement strategies.
- Highly developed negotiation skills.
Further information
At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.
We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams.
We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity.
All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
POST
Finance and Operations Manager
RESPONSIBLE FOR
Overseeing Operations at every level of the organisation, with line management responsibility for some of the team, Project and Workstream Coordinators (approximately 5 direct reports) plus some external consultants and contractors.
SALARY & HOURS OF WORK
Part Time – 4 days a week (30 hours)
Salary: Gross £40,000 pro rata £32,000
Term - Permanent
Annual Leave Entitlement - 31 days including public and bank holidays Pro Rata
Pension: Workplace pension contributions of 5% per month will be paid by NUM
LOCATION OF THE POST HOLDER
The post holder will be predominantly remote working but will be required to attend the head office and drop-in in Manchester, drop-in spaces in Glasgow and London, and support staff members nationally. The post involves some travel throughout the UK and some work outside of office hours. All equipment required for remote working will be provided and costs for travel will be covered.
ROLE SUMMARY
We are looking for a Finance and Operations Manager to support the CEO in the day-to-day running of our charity. The NUM CEO develops the overall vision of the organisation, while the Operations Manager is responsible to carry out the vision.
To be successful in this role, you should have experience as a manager in a position of public trust, have excellent financial, organisational, and communications skills, as well as being a problem-solver with work experience in high-pressure work environments. The Finance and Operations Manager must be versatile in their understanding of the larger vision and as well as the fine details and tactics needed to achieve NUM's goals.
The successful candidate will work in an agile manner to ensure the charity continues to be proactive and innovative, while also being responsive to the changing landscape within the sector and the international sex worker rights and safety movement. As part of supporting the operations of NUM, the successful candidate will provide resources, information and support to NUM Managers and Coordinators across diverse projects, workstreams and teams, to achieve aspects of the organisation’s mandate of 'ending all forms of violence against sex workers' and eliminating the conditions that lead to poverty and survival sex work.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
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At least 3 years' work experience as a Manager, Project or Programme Manager or similar role that requires oversight of a whole system, business, operation or organisation Experience leading remote or hybrid teams is desired. This includes time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, lead team meetings and support members to manage resources, timelines and project budgets, etc.
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At least two years’ experience in grant writing and fund development, as well as in financial management, with a demonstrated ability to co-develop budgets, cashflow forecasts and financial reporting as well as oversee banking activities and work with accountants and Trustees to ensure NUM’s financial health.
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Knowledge of the charity sector, the day-to-day running of a charity, business or similar organisation, and familiarity with the work of National Ugly Mugs and other sex worker-serving and sex worker-led organisations.
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Excellent leadership and delegation skills and experience.
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Ability to support and execute on elements of NUM's policies and strategic plan.
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Experience and training in Safeguarding and the ability to integrate appropriate safeguarding into all aspects of NUM services.
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Exemplary critical thinking and problem-solving skills and experience.
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Excellent IT skills and familiarity with CRM systems, applications and digital platforms and services, particularly Google Workplace, QuickBooks, the Microsoft Office Suite, as well as Slack, Trello, and other project management programs and tools.
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Experience in Human Resource Management and monitoring performance across diverse teams.
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Exceptional verbal and written communications skills, with the ability to engage in knowledge translation within NUM and with external partners, funders and other stakeholders.
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A demonstrated ability to be discrete and confidential as part of working on sensitive issues within a diverse staff team, and to be tactful and strategic in challenging social and political climates.
Applications close on 31st October 2025 at 5pm BST.
Please send a CV (max 3 pages) and a cover letter (max 3 pages) to admin[at]nationaluglymugs[dot]org with your name and ‘Finance and Operations’ in the subject line.
Your cover letter should set out why you are interested in the post, and demonstrating with specific examples from your experience and qualifications, how you are the right person for this role. The Job Description PDF contains full guidance on what to include in your cover letter.
If you would like to request any adjustments or have any questions in relation to the role, please email in confidence. We will do our best to meet your needs.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Service Manager - Registered Care Home
London - Kilburn
£46,337 - £50,679
Can you bring your experience to lead a Care Home with compassion and excellence?
Our client is looking for a Registered Care Home Manager to lead the team at one of their Care Homes.
They have 27 residents aged over 40, who have experienced homelessness, complex needs and alcohol dependency issues throughout their lives.
They are proud to offer a stable, safe and caring home for residents; currently rated ‘Good’ by CQC. They’re looking for an inspirational leader passionate about providing high quality care to vulnerable adults, and help them work towards achieving ‘Outstanding’.
In the role of Registered Care Home Manager you will lead the day-to-day operations of the care home, ensuring full compliance with CQC standards and the Registered Homes Act. Act as the Registered Manager, driving quality improvement and aiming for an Outstanding CQC rating.
Key Responsibilities will include:
- Create an environment of dignity and respect, ensuring high quality, welcoming and safe service for residents.
- Ensure adherence to the Mental Capacity Act and DoLS, including timely referrals.
- Manage a team of 16, including Deputy Manager, Project Workers, and Care Assistants.
- Oversee care and support plans to maintain excellent standards.
About you
They’re looking for an inspirational leader with a proven track record in service improvement. If you bring empathy and a genuine commitment to supporting people who’ve experienced homelessness in a registered care home setting, we encourage you to apply. You will:
- You will have experience in residential care or a related setting
- You will have strong communication, organisation, and admin skills and be skilled in staff management.
- You will have the ability to develop understanding and apply regulatory knowledge.
- For this post, a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care, OR willingness to obtain is required.
Closing date: 10am on 22 October 2025
Interview and assessments on: 3-4 November 2025
Our client is working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and they welcome applications from all under-represented groups, particularly Global Majority candidates who are underrepresented at this management level.
Do you want to be part of an exciting service, supporting children and young people with mental health issues or emotional wellbeing needs?
Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress?
If you can embody our values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness, and Responsiveness, and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you.
Job title: CYP Support Worker – WithYOUth Service (Children and Young People)
Reference: 300
Salary: £23,809 - £25,238 per annum incl. Outer London Weighting
Hours: 37.5 hours to be worked flexibly across a 7-day week, between the hours of 2pm – 10pm (excluding bank holidays
Contract: Fixed Term until September 2026 (with possibility to extend)
Working base: Watford Wellbeing Centre (expectation of working flexibly in our centres across Hertfordshire and from home)
About the Project
Hertfordshire Mind Network (HMN) has been awarded Hertfordshire’s CAMHS Early Help Digital Intervention Service (WithYOUth).
The WithYOUth Service is an innovative partnership between BfB Labs and Hertfordshire Mind Network to provide a countywide digital service that is accessible to children and young people aged 5 – 18, at the earliest point of an emerging emotional wellbeing and/ or mental health need. The service will operate between 14:00 – 22:00 seven days a week.
Purpose of Post
As a CYP Support Worker you will be responsible for delivering this exciting service as part of a wider team, and whilst experience is advantageous, the most important thing to us and the children and young people we support is having the right values, skills and commitment to being part of this dynamic, new provision.
Our trauma-informed model offers a range of support options for CYP, based around digital interventions and supported by one-to-one and group sessions, so children and young people can engage in the way that works best for them. The service will build resilience in CYP by working with them to develop coping strategies and solutions that will enable them to improve their own health and wellbeing. We will also provide advice and guidance to parents/families/carers and professionals to provide a holistic response to supporting CYP and creating a network around them to empower and enable positive change.
We are looking for passionate, creative and committed individuals who wants to support children and young people to thrive.
We offer:
- Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days pro rata after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays)
- An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period.
- Ongoing training relevant to your role.
- An Employee Assistance Programme.
- Health cover (after 6 months employment) – compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 20th October 2025.
Please note: We will close the advert prior to this date if we receive sufficient applications.
Interviews to be held week beginning 27th October 2025 and will be held online via Teams.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Equal Opportunities
We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs.
Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. We create an environment where the sharing of experiences and vulnerabilities to support others and create positive change is welcomed and work towards breaking down the ‘them’ and ‘us’ culture. The organisation is committed to nurturing peer relationships that allow all staff to thrive.
No agencies please.
Can you bring your experience to lead a Care Home with compassion and excellence?
We are looking for a Registered Care Home Manager to lead the team at our Chichester Road Care Home with St Mungo’s.
Chichester Road is 1 of our CQC Registered Care Homes. We have 27 residents aged over 40, who have experienced homelessness, complex needs and alcohol dependency issues throughout their lives.
We are proud to offer a stable, safe and caring home for residents; currently rated ‘Good’ by CQC. We’re looking for an inspirational leader passionate about providing high quality care to vulnerable adults, and help us work towards achieving ‘Outstanding’.
In the role of Registered Care Home Manager you will lead the day-to-day operations of the care home, ensuring full compliance with CQC standards and the Registered Homes Act. Act as the Registered Manager, driving quality improvement and aiming for an Outstanding CQC rating.
Key Responsibilities will include:
- Create an environment of dignity and respect, ensuring high quality, welcoming and safe service for residents.
- Ensure adherence to the Mental Capacity Act and DoLS, including timely referrals.
- Manage a team of 16, including Deputy Manager, Project Workers, and Care Assistants.
- Oversee care and support plans to maintain excellent standards.
About you
We’re looking for an inspirational leader with a proven track record in service improvement. If you bring empathy and a genuine commitment to supporting people who’ve experienced homelessness in a registered care home setting, we encourage you to apply. You will:
- You will have experience in residential care or a related setting
- You will have strong communication, organisation, and admin skills and be skilled in staff management.
- You will have the ability to develop understanding and apply regulatory knowledge.
- For this post, a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care, OR willingness to obtain is required.
How to apply
To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.
To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.
Closing date: 10am on 22 October 2025
Interview and assessments on: 3-4 November 2025
We are working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and we welcome applications from all under-represented groups, particularly Global Majority candidates who are underrepresented at this management level.
What we offer
- Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
- A Diverse and Inclusive Work Place
- Great Pay and Other Benefits
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Ref: NEW-251
Are you a proactive, collaborative and compassionate individual with a proven track record working with neurodiverse adults, delivering effective support that has resulted in positive outcomes? Do you have strong awareness and understanding of the demands of issues arising from ADHD/Autism in the workplace and experience advocating with internal or external stakeholders on behalf of people with neurodiversity?
If so, join St Giles as our Neurodiversity Support Worker, where you will play a crucial role in supporting a staff member with a diagnosis of Autism and ADHD, working one-on-one to understand their individual needs, strengths, and challenges, and creating a tailored support plan.
About St Giles Trust
An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.
About this key role
As a Neurodiversity Support Worker, you will assist with a range of duties, including deconstructing complex information – helping the staff member process and understand complex documents, policies, or project briefs and completing research tasks. You will provide hands-on support with workload management, scheduling, and digital organisation alongside writing up notes, acting as a liaison and advocating with colleagues and internal departments such as HR, IT, and Finance to ensure appropriate adjustments and inclusive practices are implemented and all policies and procedures are followed.
We will also count on you to maintain accurate records, provide person-centred holistic support to the staff member, help them process and deconstruct complex information and assist with administrative, organisational, and time management tasks. Acting as an advocate for the staff member, collaborating with the wider team to share best practice and attending and positively engaging with all mandatory training are all also vital aspects of the role.
What we are looking for
- Strong understanding of neurodiversity, including Autism and ADHD, and associated barriers to engagement and wellbeing
- A relevant qualification in neurodiverse support services, or another related field, OR demonstrable equivalent professional experience
- Awareness of the challenges faced by neurodiverse people in a professional environment, how to address these challenges and how to connect to wider networks of support.
- Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building and communication skills, verbal and written
- A professional, collaborative and flexible approach to your work
Please note as an organisation that works with children and adults at risk we are committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the safety of our clients and successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Child Workforce with Child Barred list DBS.
In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more.
We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.
St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.
We will be reviewing applications as they are received and reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is appointed. We therefore strongly encourage early applications to avoid any disappointment
If you have any queries, or require further support, please contact via our website.
Visit our website to download the application form and apply.
Closing date: 03 November 2025
We help people held back by poverty, unemployment, the criminal justice system, homelessness, exploitation and abuse to build a positive future.
Job Title: Specialty Training Administrator
Job Type: 6-month fixed term
Hours: 28 hours per week (0.8 FTE)
Department: Education & Training
Salary: £21,862.40 pro rata (£27,327.96 FTE)
Reports to: Director of Specialty Training
Location: Hybrid – FSRH Office (London Bridge) and home working.
Who we are:
The College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (CoSRH) is the leader in the field of sexual and reproductive healthcare, and we are the voice for professionals working in this area. As a multi-disciplinary professional membership organisation, we set clinical guidance and standards, provide training and lifelong education, and champion safe and effective sexual and reproductive healthcare across the life course for all.
Can you help us?
We are seeking a dedicated administrator to join our team and provide essential administrative support across our Specialty portfolio. As Specialty Training Administrator, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our team by managing various administrative tasks efficiently and effectively. From organising meetings and maintaining educational product content to handling correspondence and managing databases, your attention to detail and organisational skills will be instrumental. You will collaborate closely with team members to streamline processes and contribute to the overall success of our specialty training programme and high-stakes membership exams.
The role:
Project Administration
- Provide administrative support for specialty projects, ensuring key deadlines and milestones are tracked.
- Assist with project documentation, including maintaining records, updating trackers, and organising files.
- Schedule project meetings, prepare agendas, and take minutes, ensuring follow-up actions are recorded and monitored.
- Support project reporting by collating data and preparing summaries for stakeholders.
- Liaise with internal teams and external partners to coordinate project activities.
Administration of examination database and systems
- Maintain digital question banks in line with policy and procedures
- Process examination candidate applications
- Process examination candidate requests and complaints/appeals
- Proof-read examination materials
General administration
- Manage the specialty team mailbox and act as first point of contact for queries
- Maintain up to date records on Customer Relationship management system (CRM) and ePortfolio, ensuring accurate and accessible information
- Provide administrative support for Specialty Training Board and its sub-committees, including managing meeting attendance, circulating papers, taking minutes and tracking actions.
- Maintain accurate version control of documents by systematically updating and tracking revisions, ensuring proper documentation of changes and adherence to version control protocols
- Assist in organising online and in-person events, workshops, and training as needed
- Assist with diary management and scheduling of meetings for team members.
- Maintain assets and resources on Training Hub and website
- Provide ad hoc administrative support throughout the year, across the portfolio
You will be:
- Organised and systematic in your approach
- Diligent and commit meticulous attention to detail to tasks
- An excellent communicator
- A proactive and collaborative team worker
- Efficient and able to effectively manage a busy workload
- Flexible and adaptable
- Able to use a range of digital systems to an intermediate level
- Willing to learn about the SRH workforce and training pathways
You will have:
- A-Level or equivalent
- Proficiency in using Microsoft office programmes
- Proficiency in using digital systems (e.g. CRM, Learning Management System)
- Knowledge of data protection and compliance requirements
You will have experience:
- Providing administrative support to a team
- Managing a mailbox and providing customer/member support
- Developing and maintaining systems, processes and administrative procedures
- Servicing and supporting committees, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas and taking minutes
- Coordinating logistical arrangements
- Using a CRM and databases to manage data and information
- (Desirable) Working in a project-based environment
- (Desirable) Working in education, membership or healthcare environments
- Join our team and contribute to quality SRH training and education.
NB: In order to fulfil this role you should be resident in the UK with a valid right to work; we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa.
We will offer you:
We offer a range of benefits at CoSRH to support staff wellbeing, including:
- 25 days holiday, with an additional 2 days leave after 2 years of service, and a further 3 days after 5 years.
- Birthday leave
- Flexible working culture
- Pension and life assurance scheme:10% employer contribution / 5% employee contribution after successful completion of probation. This also includes access to life assurance at 4x annual salary and an income protection scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Employee discounts portal
- Free Lunch Thursday
- Interest free season ticket travel loans
- Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay
- Free eye tests
- Training and development
To Apply
Deadline for applications is 21 October 2025
Interviews will take place on Monday 27 October 2025
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
We value diversity, promote equality and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We are working hard to minimise unconscious bias and your application will be anonymised to support this.
NB: In order to fulfil this role you should be resident in the UK with a valid right to work; we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa.
The College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (CoSRH) is the leader in the field of sexual and reproductive healthcare.




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Seeking a purposeful career change? Start on your transformative journey with the On Purpose Associate Programme, offering a unique opportunity for mid-career professionals to transition into impactful work. This paid, year-long leadership programme is designed for those ready to pivot their professional journey towards creating a regenerative, equitable and just future.
Key info:
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Based in London, UK
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Full-time (4.5 days at placement & one half day training weekly)
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£27,010 per annum salary
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Programme dates: April 2026 - March 2027 (49 weeks)
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[Extended deadline] Apply by Monday 27th October, 9:00 am (GMT).
About On Purpose:
On Purpose is tackling the greatest challenge of our time: transforming our economy from profit to purpose. Our leadership programmes develop people who will play their part in this transformation.
Together, we learn to see a different future and take action towards realising it in the organisations we work in. Our programmes seed a vibrant community who care, inspire, challenge and support one another as we make this transformation a reality.
Programme structure:
Two 6 month placements
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Through work placements with organisations driving impactful change, you'll gain hands-on experience tackling pressing social and environmental issues 4.5 days of the week. Some of our current partners include Better Society Capital, Save the Children, BAFTA and VISA.
Expert-led learning
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Our intensive Learning & Development programme involves weekly in-person sessions led by experts from across sectors. This blend of professional training and academic rigour equips you with the skills, knowledge and mindset to lead organisational and systemic change.
1:1 mentoring & coaching
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Receive support through fortnightly mentoring sessions and quarterly executive coaching, fostering both your personal and professional growth.
Join a supportive, impactful community
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You’ll be part of a tight-knit cohort of 20 Associates, participating in training sessions every Friday afternoon together. You’ll also join the wider On Purpose community, connecting with a global, influential network of impact-driven professionals offering life-long inspiration, collaboration and opportunities.
Benefits:
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Earn a £27.01 k (pro rata) salary - On Purpose stands out by offering a paid learning and training opportunity, saving you significant costs compared to paying for other leadership programmes or MBAs, all the while offering extensive learning and development.
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Develop your ability to make an impact - Equip yourself with the skills and insights needed to drive meaningful change. You’ll join nearly 1000 purpose-driven alumni who are leading transformative change worldwide in all parts of the system, with 92% currently working in the impact sector.
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Unlock purpose-driven career opportunities - Our Associates have moved into a range of sustainability and social impact roles, ranging from CEOs of social enterprises to leadership positions within traditional companies driving change from within. We have a former music label business owner now the CEO of Hubbub, a former Consultant now Director of Impact at B Lab UK and a former civil servant now Climate Lead at Ellen MacArthur Foundation.
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Standard UK holiday allowance
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A 3-day residential (all expenses paid)
Who we’re looking for:
This programme is ideal for:
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Individuals seeking a career change into the environment and social impact sector.
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Individuals already in the impact sector who want to develop new skills, have the opportunity to work in more commercial organisations, or to join an engaged network of people who share your values and are working toward the same goal.
Specific sector or industry experience is not important. We’re looking for talented people from diverse industries who have a determination to bring their skills and experience to purpose-driven projects and to driving systemic change. We seek ambitious individuals with:
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A minimum of three years full-time professional experience
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The right to work in the UK for the full duration of the programme
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Fluency in English
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Office environment experience
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Skills in project management, stakeholder engagement, adaptability, interpersonal communication, problem-solving, quantitative analysis and strategic thinking.
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Excitement and commitment towards building a career that helps transform our economy from profit to purpose.
Diversity and Inclusion:
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences and those who are often under-represented in the impact sector, including but not limited to individuals with disabilities and those from diverse ethnic, gender identities, sexualities, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.
How to apply:
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Register your interest via our website to receive a link to your online application form.
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Closing date for applications [Extended deadline]: Monday 27th October, 9:00 am (GMT).
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Interviews will be held in mid-late November.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Role purpose
RISE strives for a world where people , including children and young people, can lead safe, purposeful lives as a result of better relationships within families and communities; where harmful behaviour is marginalised and fewer people , including children and young people, are victims of crime. In order to create safe communities, RISE empowers people to break their cycle of harmful behaviour. RISE’s programmes challenge attitudes and facilitate long-lasting behaviour change and are driven by the belief that people , including children and young people, can make better decisions, given the right support. RISE are specialists in designing and delivering evidence-based, transformative behaviour change courses within the criminal justice system and wider community.
With the main objectives of reducing re-offending and helping to protect the public, the RISE practitioner will deliver a range of interventions (individual and group), that RISE may design, commission or be commissioned to deliver in the future, both in the community and in custody.
The main purpose of this role is to support and assist Facilitators, Advanced Practitioner, Responsible Officers and Service managers in the administration of the Domestic Abuse contracts delivery by co-ordinating project resources such as people and equipment. The post holder will also be responsible for maintaining information systems linked to specific DA contracts.
Key duties and accountabilities
- To undertake a range of administrative duties, including log on cases, tracking and issuing documents to clients.
- Be adept in managing a new client based system.
- Working closely with practitioners to facilitate and schedule service users onto courses or appointments or chasing information.
- Drafting documentation where appropriate under direction from the Service Manager.
- Communicate with referrers, specifically social workers, mental health provoiders.
- Maintaining excellent filing and records of case files to ensure effective recording on attendance and completion of courses.
- Ensure the team has excellent administrative support across all projects.
- Help manage communications both within the project team and between the project teams and project delivery partners.
- To ensure that all contractual information is recorded, updated and accessible.
- Work with Team leader and Service Manager and practitioners to support the scheduling of and take the initiative/decisions of assigning service users to relevant groups/1-2-1 sessions based on outcome of assessment.
- Keep any relevant records for audit compliance.
- Collate information and complete the monthly/quarterly KPI data reports required by commissioning partner as stated within each individual contract.
- Provide excellent customer service and be the first point of contact for telephone communication for our commissioning partners, service users and families and transfer enquiry to appropriate staff member if unable to resolve query themselves.
- Be solution focused and able to troubleshoot.
- Collate and analyse statistical information.
- Prepare and present management information as requested by Service Manager.
- Prepare reports and provide performance information to inform decision making.
- Provide general administrative support relating to the running of the department (purchasing, maintaining rota, basic resource management).
General tasks:
- Develop excellent relationships with customers and respond positively to their needs.
- Be a strong advocate for RISE interventions, representing RISE and its interventions at key stakeholder events.
Confidentiality and Information Security
- Adhere to the Data Protection and Freedom of Information Acts and comply with the terms of RISE’s Privacy, IT and Data protection policies, and that of our partners where relevant.
- Comply with security measures in accordance with RISE policies and our partner’s E-mail and Internet use.
Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults
- RISE has a legal Duty of Care to all persons with whom we work- please see our Duty of Care Statement .
- RISE is committed to keeping children, young people and vulnerable adults safe. Post holders with direct service user contact are responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children , young people and vulnerable adults s/he is responsible for or comes into contact with. Post holders not in direct offender contact have a general responsibility for safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults in the course of their daily duties and for ensuring that they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.
Other duties
- Undertake other duties as may be required which are commensurate with the grade and nature of the post.
- Willing to understand and oversee other projects.
Essential Experience, Knowledge & Skills
- Excellent prioritisation skills.
- Good written and verbal skills
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to manage conflicting demands and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Ability to stay calm under pressure.
- A methodical and thorough approach to work.
- Approachable, proficient and a good team player.
- Strong organizational, grammar and communication skills.
- Ability to compile data and reports.
- Ability to collate information and present in relevant format.
- Strong IT skills and experience of working with Word, Excel and Microsoft project skills.
- A proactive approach to problem solving.
- Data analysis skills.
- A strong administrative skill set.
- Accurate data management and input at high volume, paperwork checks and claim checks.
- Competent liaising with a range of external stakeholders including senior management.
- A background in administration and proven experience of providing proactive administrative support.
- The ability to work with minimum supervision as part of a small internal team.
- Enthusiasm to contribute to creating a team that is viewed as an exemplar of high quality across the RISE and beyond, making the department an enviable environment to work in.
Essential Qualifications
- Good general level of education including Math's and English to GCSE Level.
To apply, please submit your cv and a cover letter outlining the experience and skills you bring to this role and explaining why you are interested in this position.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
In-Work Support Worker (Job Coach)
Salary: £15 p/h
Place of work: Various London locations
Reports to: Project Lead – Employment Development & Access Support
Contract period: Various hours as needed – zero hours contract (Bank Staff)
The Organisation
Action on Disability (AoD), founded in 1979, is one of London’s leading Disabled People’s Organisations. As we believe in the Social Model of Disability, our values and principles embrace inclusive and accessible ways of working both internally and in all our activities, seek the participation and contribution of our members, and encourage and respect diversity.
The organisation is a medium sized charity with a Board of Trustees, 24 staff and a strong ad hoc staff and volunteer base including many with direct experience of disability – all of whom are passionate about removing the barriers that disabled people face.
AoD provides five key services. These are: Youth, Employment, Welfare Benefits, Independent Living and Direct Payments.
AoD’s Employment Service
The Action on Disability Employment Service is setting the agenda for disability employment across London with great results. We have carved out a role, and reputation, for setting up and delivering supported internships for people with learning disabilities. We provide management, job coaching and employer engagement for over 50 young people with learning disabilities each year across our 6 internship sites.
We are looking to recruit a number of job coaches to support interns and graduates of these programs in their jobs.
Background
Action on Disability is the supported employment service partner on a number of supported internships for young people with learning disabilities around West and South London. They are looking to recruit a number of job coaches to support interns and graduates of these programs in their jobs.
The Post
The purpose of the job is to provide coaching, support and guidance to young people with learning disabilities (17+) within their workplaces. You will support interns/graduates to become independent in their roles and provide the necessary coaching, training and encouragement to enable them to succeed. You will work closely with the employer to ensure they are supported and can confidently manage and train their intern/employee once your support has been withdrawn.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- To carry out a detailed job analysis of potential jobs / work placements
- To carry out detailed job matching of service users and jobs
- To comprehensively learn jobs across different sectors – not restricted to but potentially including – Catering, Customer Service, Administration, IT and Retail
- To implement training/coaching plans which will enable the candidates to fulfil their roles to employer standards
- To conduct regular reviews to ensure candidates are progressing within their roles and to identify and meet new support needs
- To build up natural support within employers and taper off one 1:1 job coaching over time
- To negotiate and implement disability-related reasonable adjustments on an individual basis
- To identify client’s skills, strengths, interests and aspirations to inform an ongoing vocational profile
- To liaise with managers to discuss progress and respond to issues
Organisational responsibilities
- To work in accordance with Action on Disability’s Aims, Objectives and Values
- To comply with all organisational and departmental policies and procedures, and in particular to ensure safe, fair and responsible working practices through the implementation of AoD’s Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities, Safeguarding and Confidentiality policies
- To promote the work of AoD and promote and implement the social model of disability
- To keep accurate records and provide monitoring statistics and evaluation information as required for internal and external purposes
- To participate in and actively contribute to individual supervision, training, team and organisational meetings
- To work flexibly, being prepared to perform other duties commensurate with the role, which may include new areas of operation following consultation
- Any other task appropriate to the role.
Person Specification
Essential
- High expectations for the employment potential of young people with learning disabilities
- Experience of training, education or employment support delivery for marginalised groups
- Significant and demonstrable experience of supporting people facing complex barriers to achieve their goals
- An understanding of the needs of employers and the benefits to business of having a diverse workforce
- An understanding of the Social Model of Disability and its practical application
- Ability and willingness to learn and carry out all tasks within a variety of jobs, in order to be able to coach the client
- Demonstrable experience of success in building strong and positive relationships and rapport with a wide variety of people and organisations
- Demonstrable problem-solving skills and experience
- Excellent negotiation skills
- Demonstrable ability to communicate with a wide range of people
- Good organisational skills and ability to keep accurate records and case notes
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint and the internet and a good level of computer literacy.
- Being willing and able to travel easily within the boroughs of London relevant to the role
- To be available for work during some unsocial hours according to the demands of the work
Desirable
- Qualification in Advice and Guidance/Supported Employment/Youth Work or Training
- An understanding of the factors to be considered in supporting people with learning disabilities into employment
- Experience of working with disabled young people
Finally, Action on Disability positively welcomes applications from disabled people. Please identify any specific requirements you may have, or wish to bring, to ensure full access at your interview if you are shortlisted.
Deadline: Ongoing. We recruit for this role on a rolling basis with regular interview days.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website where you can complete your application for this position.
Action on Disability prides itself on being an accessible and equal opportunity employer.
No agencies please.
Tender is an arts charity working with children and young people to prevent domestic abuse and sexual violence through creative projects. Our programmes are safe, enjoyable, age-appropriate spaces where young people can engage with sensitive topics and “rehearse” for real-life scenarios. Participants are encouraged to be both consumers and producers of learning through script-work, role-play and creative media such as films and art. Throughout, we enable young people to explore their choices, rights and expectations in relationships and to recognise the early warning signs of abuse.
The Research & Impact Manager plays a vital role in our team, with a broad scope to get to the heart of, and tell the story of, our impact through quantitative and qualitative data. Your role is essential in providing insights and conclusions that critique and strengthen our theory of change and inform programme development. You will also increase our credibility with supporters through robustly-evidenced reporting, and inform the development of our policy and influencing work.
This is a role which encompasses both big picture thinking and detailed design and implementation. You will oversee monitoring and evaluation projects across Tender, engaging stakeholders within and outside the charity. You will also provide research-based advice and expertise to internal teams, using your insights to help inform and develop practice.
Your expertise will strengthen the impact we have on over 30,000 young people every year and play a crucial role in raising the funding needed to continue delivering this work.
Role Purpose
The main purposes of the Corporate Partnerships Officer role are:
- Managing the continually improving the digital systems to improve Tender’s monitoring and evaluation structures and procedures
- Leading the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation frameworks and processes across Tender, with the support of the COO
- Distilling learning from Tender’s work and wider research into key insights to inform ongoing service improvement, new initiatives, policy work, profile-raising and income generation
- Conducting research into arts-based and other interventions to prevent violence against women and girls (VAWG) and applying insights to improve Tender’s work
Essential knowledge and experience
- Understanding of impact measurement and evaluation, applying appropriate and proportionate approaches, tools and methods to maximise learning at project and organisational level
- Understanding of quantitative and qualitative research techniques and comfortable using them to gather relevant data
- Understanding of the use of theories of change and outcomes frameworks
- Advanced proficiency in office and CRM software, in particular Excel, PowerPoint and Salesforce
- Advanced proficiency in Power BI
- Experience of data administration and analytics, sometimes from disjointed data sets, with the ability to produce high-quality outputs to clearly explain findings
- Experience of responding to and managing customer expectations, tailoring approach to the needs of the customer and developing new and innovative options
- Experience of building and maintaining successful relationships with diverse range of partners across corporate, public, and third sectors
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Practice Development Adviser
We are looking for a Senior Practice Development Adviser to lead the design and delivery of projects that influence local leaders and commissioners to improve the availability of evidence-based support for families across early intervention and children’s social care.
If you want to join an impact-driven organisation, improving outcomes for vulnerable children and families, then apply today!
Position: Senior Practice Development Adviser
Location: London/hybrid
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours/week
Salary: £53,300 plus generous benefits
Contract: Fixed Term until March 2027
Closing Date: 9th November
The Role
The team support local areas to use evidence to improve their services and outcomes for children and families. The Senior Practice Development Adviser will work with local leaders to support their decision-making on how to increase the availability of services and approaches that have evidence of improving child outcomes.
You will develop and deliver projects which increase the use of evidence in local services for children and families, in relation to the organisational priority areas, and provide senior input on service and practice development relevant to statutory social work and early intervention services. This will include working to encourage greater use of evidence in local service planning and delivery, supporting the generation of new evidence about what works, and liaising with national and local stakeholders to encourage and support evidence use.
About You
We are looking for someone with in depth understanding of UK policy, legislation and practice relating to children’s services, including how this responds to the needs of vulnerable and disadvantaged groups.
You will understand the role of evidence in improving local services and assessing their impact and be skilled in supporting others to engage with data and evidence
You will have experience of:
- Management of children’s social work and/or early intervention services, and an understanding of local multi-agency systems
- Working with local leaders and commissioners on service improvement or practice development in a relevant sector, for example children’s services, public health, or NHS
- Managing large and complex projects to time and budget
- Managing and motivating staff and non-staff teams.
The Organisation
This is a great place to work, where everyone is high performing and where together everyone can achieve impact that makes a real difference for vulnerable children and families. Focusing on using and championing high-quality evidence, working directly with government and local leaders, the team provides practical solutions and encourages change. This is an organisation with ambitious aims and people are essential to its success.
Benefits include:
- 30 days annual leave, plus one extra day off for your birthday, paid bank holidays with up to three which may be switched for religious observance
- Up to five days carers’ leave, in a 12-month period, three days paid
- Paid compassionate leave
- Enhanced sick pay
- Enhanced parental leave and pay
- 6% employer and 3% employee contribution. No limit on any additional employee contributions made via auto enrolment
- Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 counselling, legal and information line
- Unlimited access to 24/7 GP
- Mental health support
- Life cover at x4 annual salary
- Bike to work scheme.
The organisation offers excellent salaries, learning and development opportunities, and a great office location situated in the heart of St James’s. Working in a hybrid and flexible way, the organisation recognises the importance of a good work-life balance. Please note that where staff live within approximately two hours travel of the office, they are expected to work onsite two days per week. For those based further afield, more flexible or home working arrangements can be discussed.
Do you want to work somewhere that values and celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees? People are at the heart of everything we do. It’s vital that the workforce reflects the diversity of stakeholders, and the wider society in the UK, and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities.
You may have experience in other areas such as Practice Development Advisor, Senior Practice Development Advisor, Social Worker, Social Work, Children’s Worker, Practice supervisor, Early Intervention, Early Intervention Officer, Family Help, Children’s Service, Project Manager, Public Health, NHS.
This role is currently unable to offer sponsorship. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
There will also be two drop-in sessions to find out more about the role:
- Tuesday 21 October, 3:30 – 4:15
- Wednesday 29 October, 4:00 - 4:45
To register to a drop in session please see our job pack to register. Please note that you will only need to attend one drop in session #INDNFP
Practice Development Officer
We are looking for a Practice Development Officer to support the design and delivery of projects that influence local leaders and commissioners to improve the availability of evidence-based support for families across early family help and children’s social care.
If you want to join an impact-driven organisation, improving outcomes for vulnerable children and families, then apply today!
Position: Practice Development Officer x 2
Location: London/hybrid
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours/week
Salary: £46,125- plus generous benefits
Contract: Fixed term until March 2027
Closing Date: 9th November
The Role
The organisation supports local areas to use evidence to improve their services and outcomes for children and families. The Practice Development Officer will be part of a team who work with local leaders to support their decision making about how to increase the availability of services and approaches which have evidence of improving child outcomes.
As Practice Development Officer, you will support work that helps local services for children and families use evidence more effectively across Family Hubs, Family Help, and statutory social work. You will contribute to projects aligned with Foundations’ priority areas, including domestic abuse, supporting parenting, strengthening family networks and relationships for care experienced children.
Your tasks will include organising and coordinating activities that support service improvement, designing and delivering learning sessions to build skills and confidence in using evidence, supporting the generation of new evidence to understand what works, and working with national organisations to promote the wider use of evidence in practice.
About You
We are looking for someone with an in-depth understanding of UK policy, legislation and practice relating to children’s services, including how this responds to the needs of vulnerable and disadvantaged groups.
You will have experience of:
- Practice in children’s social work and/or early intervention services
- Co-ordinating projects for service improvement or practice development in a relevant sector, for example local authority children’s services, health, or NHS
- Translating complex information into practical messages, advice, and tools.
The Organisation
This is a great place to work, where everyone is high performing and where together everyone can achieve impact that makes a real difference for vulnerable children and families. Focusing on using and championing high-quality evidence, working directly with government and local leaders, the team provides practical solutions and encourages change. This is an organisation with ambitious aims and people are essential to its success.
Benefits include:
- 30 days annual leave, plus one extra day off for your birthday, paid bank holidays with up to three which may be switched for religious observance
- Up to five days carers’ leave, in a 12-month period, three days paid
- Paid compassionate leave
- Enhanced sick pay
- Enhanced parental leave and pay
- 6% employer and 3% employee contribution. No limit on any additional employee contributions made via auto enrolment
- Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 counselling, legal and information line
- Unlimited access to 24/7 GP
- Mental health support
- Life cover at x4 annual salary
- Bike to work scheme.
The organisation offers excellent salaries, learning and development opportunities, and a great office location situated in the heart of St James’s. Working in a hybrid and flexible way, the organisation recognises the importance of a good work-life balance. Please note that where staff live within approximately two hours travel of the office, they are expected to work onsite two days per week. For those based further afield, more flexible or home working arrangements can be discussed.
Do you want to work somewhere that values and celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees? People are at the heart of everything we do. It’s vital that the workforce reflects the diversity of stakeholders, and the wider society in the UK, and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities.
You may have experience in other areas such as Practice Development Advisor, Social Worker, Key Worker, Early Intervention, Early Intervention Officer, Childrens Service, Project Manager, Public Health, NHS.
This role is currently unable to offer sponsorship. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation. #INDNFP
There will also be two drop-in sessions to find out more about the role:
- Tuesday 21 October, 3:30 – 4:15
- Wednesday 29 October, 4:00 - 4:45
To register to a drop in session please see our job pack to register. Please note that you will only need to attend one drop in session
Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our new 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
Location: Crisis Skylight Brent, 1-2 Bank Buildings, High St, NW10 4LT.
The role is based at the Crisis Brent Skylight in Harlesden, some local travel may be required.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced individual who is passionate and knowledgeable about leading the drive for evidence-led change in local systems for some of the most excluded members of our community and to drive forward the delivery of Built for Zero in Brent. The role requires excellent leadership skills to bring together a range of stakeholders to focus on the challenges, provide solutions to longstanding barriers and problems and inspire positivity and resilience. The role will be line managed by Crisis but embedded within Brent Council.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Experience of achieving system change through partnership, collaboration and use of data
- Ability to identify key barriers to progress and problem solve sensitively and collaboratively, maintaining strong and positive working relationships
- Experience or in depth understanding of housing/ homelessness, adult social care, health, criminal justice, or other relevant sectors, with an ability to work across boundaries.
- Excellent self-management and project management skills and an ability to monitoring progress and achieving deadlines and outcomes
Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
How do I apply?
Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Tuesday 28 October 2025 at 23:59
Interview date and location: Thursday 6 November 2025 at Crisis Skylight Brent, 1-2 Bank Buildings, High St, NW10 4LT.
If you would like to have an informal conversation about the role, please email us and we will arrange a call with the hiring manager.
Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology for my application?
We strongly discourage applicants from using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. This is so we can run a fair, transparent process which gives all applicants an equitable chance of success. We want to hear about your own experience and perspectives in your application and if shortlisted, during the interview too.
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 email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help.
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Service Manager
We are seeking an experienced and committed Service Manager to lead supported accommodation services for young people in Lambeth.
Position: Service Manager
Salary: £37,880 per annum (including London weighting) plus pension and other benefits
Location: Lambeth, London
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Sunday 26th October, 2025
About the Role
As Service Manager you will oversee a group of supported accommodation services across Lambeth, Twickenham and Greenwich. The service supports young people aged 16 to 25, including those at risk of homelessness and unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people.
You will manage five properties and lead a team of Progression Coaches, Night Progression Coaches, a Senior Coach, a Floating Support Worker, an Apprentice and volunteers. Working closely with Lambeth commissioners and the Leaving Care Team, you will ensure high-quality, safe and responsive services.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and motivating a team to deliver person-centred, high-quality support
- Overseeing service delivery to meet contract requirements and KPIs
- Ensuring effective safeguarding, health and safety and compliance
- Building and maintaining strong partnerships with statutory and voluntary agencies
- Managing budgets, assets and reporting requirements
- Maintaining positive relationships with neighbours and local communities
- Contributing to on-call rota for London-wide emergency cover
About You
We’re looking for someone with strong leadership skills and a background in managing services that support vulnerable young people. You’ll have:
· Experience supervising or managing staff teams
· Experience working in supported accommodation or similar settings
· Strong knowledge of safeguarding and risk management
· Experience of partnership working with statutory and voluntary agencies
· Experience managing budgets and buildings
· Ability to problem-solve in a fast-paced environment
· Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
· A flexible, resilient and collaborative approach
Experience of working with asylum-seeking young people or 16–17 year olds is desirable.
In return for working here, you will receive:
· A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role
· Commitment to continued professional development with internal mentoring.
· Flexible working model for suitable roles.
· Supportive flexitime and toil arrangements.
· 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years’ service.
· Family friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave.
· Financial wellbeing offering interest free loans and advances
· Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service
· Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app – 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice.
· Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free season ticket loans.
· Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more.
· Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More
· International Accident Cover – accidental death, permanent disability
· Death in service (4x Base salary)
· Legal Advice line
About the Organisation
The charity delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. They specialise in the provision of services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those they work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training and volunteering in the communities they work within. The organisation reaches from Newcastle to London, Greater Manchester and Milton Keynes.
You may have experience in areas such as such as: Housing Manager, Homelessness Manager, Housing Manager, Service Manager, Case Worker, Specialist Service Manager, Project Leader, Service Leader. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.