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MediCinema is a unique national, UK registered charity that improves the wellbeing and enriches the quality of life of NHS patients, their families and carers through the power of the shared cinema experience and the magic of film. We achieve this by building and running cinemas in hospitals and places of care equipped with space for beds, wheelchairs and medical equipment, and providing free films and activities for patients of all ages. Our services help to improve emotional, mental and physical health, reducing isolation, anxiety and stress, and increasing patient resilience to help them cope with what they’re going through.

We are looking for a Deputy Cinema Manager to join the team at our brand new MediCinema based in Birmingham Children’s Hospital.

The post-holder will work with the Cinema Manager and the team of nurses and volunteers who support our MediCinema, and will work closely with them, the hospital, and with central office operations team to prepare for and run successful film screenings each week.

We will run 4 regular inpatient screenings each week which includes evenings and weekends. The post holder will be required to work on a shift pattern to include weekends and evenings each week. There will also be a programme of additional Tailored and Personal screenings on top of these regular inpatient screenings.

The role offers a unique, exciting and extremely rewarding opportunity for someone interested in a service delivery role at the heart of our charity, involving direct contact with the patients and families we support.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Service Delivery

• Support the Cinema Manager in delivering a programme of screenings each week as agreed according to the operating procedures of a MediCinema, including running and managing screenings on your own. Most screenings are held in the evenings and at weekends, so the role requires regular evening and Saturday working.
• On screening days be responsible for:
  • Marketing the service through the hospital’s wards, organising collecting and returning patients, and for safety and care in the cinema itself.
  • Taking responsibility for health and safety of patients coming to the cinema, and the safety and appearance of the cinema space itself.
  • Preparing and operating the digital projection equipment for the screening, ensuring that films are always screened to the highest technical standards. Training and ongoing technical support will be provided for this.
  • Ensuring that all operational, welfare and safeguarding policies set out by MediCinema are followed accordingly and that, where appropriate, consent forms are obtained for photographic or filmed records.
  • Ensuring that all aspects of the operation comply with relevant health and safety legislation, and that areas where MediCinema might be in breach of such are dealt with immediately or brought to the attention of the appropriate authorities for rectification.
  • Keeping accurate monitoring and operational records, including contacts and database updating as required
• Help the Cinema Manager collate, analyse and report back on agreed metrics and KPI’s
• Assist with arranging and running any special events and special screenings
• When required, arrange and run additional personal screenings for patients unable to attend regular screenings, plus special tailored screenings with hospital departments and patient groups.
• Support the development and roll out of any new type of screenings we embark on.
• Support the delivery of our ‘Beyond the Big Screen' bedside services, including our Disney ‘Moments that Matter’ work.

Nurse & Volunteer Management

• Help the Cinema Manager build, manage and support the team of nurses and volunteers to assist in the duties outlined above and to ensure that screenings run safely and smoothly – this will include assisting with recruitment and creating monthly rotas.

Marketing and Relationship Management

• Be proactive in marketing the service within the hospital, building key relationships with hospital staff and our partner Birmingham Children’s Hospital Charity.
• Help develop and manage effective partnerships throughout the hospital and community
• Representing the organisation effectively and compellingly at all times.
• Support the programming and development of the MediCinema as a centre for entertainment, being pro-active in developing a creative programme of sustainable events at each site. This could include fundraising events, live performance and other relevant activities.

Administration and other duties

• Deputise for the Cinema Manager as and when required.
• Provide holiday or emergency screening cover when required.
• Help manage the collection, loading and returning of films.
• Champion the work of MediCinema within the hospital and cinema environment, as well as confidently and positively representing MediCinema in all interactions and at any meetings and events.
• Contribute to the strategic development of the Birmingham Children’s Hospital MediCinema, operations and MediCinema as a wider organisation
• Communicate effectively with all team members, ensuring an inclusive and whole organisation approach

• Undertake other tasks, projects and duties as reasonably required.

The Person

We are looking for a high energy, enthusiastic, self-motivated individual who is passionate about helping people and delivering impactful and effective services. They should be a warm, welcoming and positive person who can demonstrate the following skills and qualities: 

• Strong organisational skills with a good attention to detail.
• A proactive, resourceful, problem-solving approach.
• An ability to work both on their own and as part of a team.
• Experience in using IT and an ability to quickly learn and understand new systems and technology. Please note full training on ingesting films and running the projection equipment will be provided so direct projection experience, while beneficial, is not required.
• Excellent communication skills and an ability to caringly and openly relate to and build relationships with a wide variety of people, from children, family members, volunteers and centre staff.
• Flexibility and adaptability, and enjoyment of a working environment where no two days are the same.
• Demonstrate tact and sensitivity when dealing with people with a variety of needs and be aware of issues relating to confidentiality and safeguarding.
• Interest in healthcare, wellbeing and/or film & cinema.
• A sense of humour and congenial demeanour to help patients and families feel at ease and enjoy their MediCinema experience.

Please note the role will require an Enhanced Disclosure check, which we will arrange.

If you have a passion for health, wellbeing, film and the arts, and are a driven, highly-organised, compassionate and enthusiastic individual, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a covering letter telling us what appeals to you about this role and what makes you a strong candidate (no longer than one side of A4).

Headway Gloucestershire was established in 1987 and since then we have been working to make a positive difference to the lives of adults with an acquired brain injury. We provide specialist recovery support and respite through our centre-based Day Service, and outreach support through our Community Hubs and Community Links Service. We provide group and one to one sessions to support individuals.

Open every weekday, Headway House is at the heart of Headway Gloucestershire. We provide a structured programme of activities for individuals to choose from. Our programme is designed to support participants to work toward their own recovery goals and gain insight into strategies that support individuals to manage the physical, cognitive, sensory, emotional and behavioural outcomes which can occur following an acquired brain injury. Peer group sessions enable us to harness the recovery benefits of peer contact and support.

The Day Lead will be responsible for the organisation, planning, development and delivery of Headway Gloucestershire’s programme of activities.

Responsibilities include:

• To deliver professional, impartial, enabling and outcome focused support to Individuals with acquired brain injury. To provide support for clients with complex needs to support their recovery, wellbeing, independence and autonomy.
• Work closely with the Strategic Enablement and Hub Manager to ensure successful delivery of services.
• Networking with community providers to enrich our offer to enable us to meet the needs of individuals with acquired brain injury in Gloucestershire.
• The Day Lead will be responsible for the organisation, planning, development and delivery of Headway Gloucestershire’s activity programme and centre-based service.
• Ensure that safeguarding training and understanding is kept current and that individuals are safeguarded.
• Collaborate with staff members and volunteers to provide Key-working to individuals: - to use an enabling approach to support individuals to plan and work toward their recovery goals ensuring that planned activities are delivered and support provided is tailored to meet the needs of individuals to maximise our contribution to their recovery.

Carrying out the role at Headway House, you will work to clearly established quality standards and annual milestones. You will be joining a motivated and dynamic team of staff and volunteers working to making a difference to individuals with acquired brain injury in Gloucestershire.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A commitment to continuous improvement
• A person centred and collaborative approach
• Will be self-motivated and be able to independently carry out and manage tasks.
• Experience of leadership and supporting team members.
• Knowledge about the causes and outcomes of acquired brain injury, the recovery and rehabilitation pathway and the issues that individuals can experience.

• A commitment to inclusivity, participation and involvement of individuals accessing the service.
• Actively ensures individuals are safeguarded.

We welcome applications from candidates who have transferable skills and will provide full training.

Please see the job description for further information.

Closing date for applications – 5pm on Tuesday the 27th January 2026.

If you’re interested, please click the 'apply now' button!

About Working Well Trust

Working Well Trust is a mental health and employment charity in London. All of our projects share the aim of improving the lives of people with mental health support needs, learning disabilities and/or complex issues through training and employment.

We are recruiting a Peer IPS Employment Advisor to join our IPS service, you will be based in the borough of Newham, working 35 hours per week. Working Well Trust's services have previously been awarded the IPS Grow quality mark and adheres closely to the principles of the IPS model in supporting people in to employment. This role will be working with clients who have mental health support needs, wanting to gain paid employment. 

Experience of employment support is not essential, it is more important that you share our passion and commitment to employment as an integral aspect of wellbeing and supporting people to find the right job for them. You will receive training on the IPS model and in supporting people with mental health issues. We welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental health, either personally or through a close contact.

You need to have a desire to support people to achieve their employment goals, and the ability to multitask and manage your workload effectively. Good organisation skills are essential for this role, in addition to an interest in mental health, and the role it plays in the workplace. The successful candidate will need to become comfortable in approaching employers, and showcase the advantages of our service in order to work with them to recruit our clients to fill vacancies and sustain employment.

What you’ll be doing

As a Peer IPS Employment Specialist you will play a vital role in helping people with mental health problems on their employment and recovery journey including using lived experience of recovery to support clients.

You will work with clients (managing a caseload) who have mental health support needs, to assist them in securing sustainable paid employment in line with their preferences. You will deliver the IPS approach (for which training will be given); providing person centred support and guidance to clients, whilst building positive relationships with local employers to enable clients to move into suitable employment.

You will work as part of a mental health team (NHS Trust) maintaining positive and integrated relationships, fostering a holistic approach to recovery through employment. You will work closely with clinical teams, providing a coordinated approach that always remains client led.  You will also be working to targets whilst maintaining a high-quality service. 

What you’ll need

Experience in employment support is not essential. We are looking for someone who brings:

• Own personal lived experience of recovery from mental health difficulties 
• A genuine desire to support people into meaningful employment.
• Commitment to person-centred work and either experience of or enthusiasm to learn the IPS approach.
• Confidence engaging with employers and promoting the benefits of our service.
• Good organisation skills and the ability to manage a caseload effectively.
• Beneficial (but not essential): experience working with people with mental health difficulties.

What we offer

• £31,277 per year
• 30 days annual leave plus public holidays, pro rata (FTE)
• Employer pension contribution of 6%
• Supportive environment within a small, dedicated team
• Meaningful, rewarding work supporting people into employment

Working Well Trust is an equal opportunities employer and Confident about Disabilities.

What’s next 

Before you apply, please note the following: 

• We actively recruit and carefully review all applications. Due to rapid service expansion, we have onboarded 20 external hires in the last six months. 

• To ensure we can best support the people and communities we serve, we progress applications only where candidates provide meaningful answers to the screening questions. 

• Career development is real here: in the past year, 10 colleagues have progressed internally into Senior roles, Project Lead, Team Lead, and Operations Manager positions. We value ambition and celebrate progression. 

If you are ready to help us build a service that supports people into meaningful work, click Apply to submit your CV and answer the screening questions. Telephone and final interviews will be confirmed. 

Start your application today and take the next step in a rewarding career. 

Closing date: Monday 19th of January 2026 (09:00). Please note, we will be actively interviewing during this time and may close the vacancy early.

Telephone interviews: 21st, 22nd and 23rd of January 2026 

Final Stage interviews: 26th and 29th January, in person in Stratford, E15.

While we will aim to keep to the above dates, they can be subject to change. 

Do you have a keen interest in the education sector and in grant-giving? We are currently seeking a new Charity Manager at All Saints Educational Trust, where we play an important role in both.
 
This is a new position and a great opportunity to support Religious Education and Home Economics education. We’re looking for a hands-on and strategic leader to guide us as we continue to evolve as an innovative funder.
 
Does that sound like you? Are you as passionate about the education sector as we are? If the answer is yes, find out more about this opportunity to join our Trust and to make a lasting impact.
 
WHO ARE ALL SAINTS EDUCATIONAL TRUST?

All Saints Educational Trust exists to help make a lasting improvement to the welfare and prospects of individuals and communities, through the promotion of better teaching, in Religious Education and in Home Economics, including food and nutrition. Our efforts promote better teaching to make a real difference to people’s lives and careers.
 
WHAT MATTERS TO US

Improving education, both at home and overseas, is our vision, and our mission is to give practical support to individuals and organisations of all faiths and beliefs. We are passionate about teacher education and encouraging innovative professional development.
 
Our commitment to diversity means that we seek to enable employees and grant-seekers to fulfil their potential. We aim to provide a working environment that reflects this and is free of discrimination.
 
IF YOU JOIN US…

You’ll have the scope to employ your can-do approach and drive to develop our work for the years ahead. We know that what we do matters, and we want to do more of it by investing in the leadership and the skills that we need going forward.
 
You'll join a Trust that is proud to provide meaningful support to the education system and is keen to develop its work for maximum impact at a time of growing pressure and need in the sector.
 
While we are a Christian charity, we warmly welcome applications from people of all faiths and beliefs.
 
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for someone to bring energy, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a keen interest in developing our programmes to be as impactful as possible in the years to come.
 
We are particularly seeking someone with:
• A track record in a senior leadership or educational advisory role
• Experience of budget planning and financial management
• Communications, IT and operations skills to develop the website and our systems
 
Please make sure you read our Candidate Information Pack before applying as it contains important details about the role and our organisation.
 
Don’t think you quite meet all the specifications? Please don’t count yourself out. We’d still love to learn more about your interest in joining ASET!
 
WHAT’S NEXT?

Eastside People is supporting All Saints Educational Trust in the recruitment of this role.
 
You can apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter, both in Word doc format.
 
Please use the cover letter (max 2 pages) as an opportunity to add to the information you have shared in your CV and ensure that you cover the following:
 
why you are interested in the Charity Manager role at All Saints Educational Trust
having read the information pack, what relevant experience and skills you feel you would bring to this role. This might come from paid work, study, community or voluntary work or other experience
 
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. If you have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us so we can support you appropriately.
 
The closing date for applications is Monday 2nd February. Shortlisting interviews will take place shortly after, and shortlisted candidates will have an interview with ASET shortly after this.
We acknowledge every application. You’ll always hear from us after taking the time to apply - we look forward to hearing from you!
 
You may have experience of the following: Grants Manager, Fundraising Manager, Nonprofit Operations Manager, Programme Manager (Charity Sector), Development Manager, Foundation Manager, Philanthropy Manager, Community Engagement Manager, Education Grants Manager, Trusts and Foundations Manager, etc.
 
REF-226 064

Support Worker (Women’s Homelessness)

Esther Women Supported Community, Exeter (on-site)
25 hours per week | Fixed-term (12 months, with potential to extend)
£13.29 – £13.65 per hour | 6 weeks’ annual leave (pro rata)

Make a real difference in women’s lives

Are you passionate about supporting women to rebuild their lives after homelessness and trauma? Do you believe that everyone deserves more than just a roof over their head?

At Keychange, we’re looking for a Support Worker to join our Esther Community in Exeter — a small, specialist service providing safe, trauma-informed accommodation for women experiencing homelessness.

About Esther Community

Esther Community offers a supportive, all-female environment where women can begin recovery, rebuild confidence, and prepare for a more secure future. Our women’s provision consists of five self-contained bedsits, alongside shared communal spaces and a garden, creating a calm and respectful place to live.

As a Christian charity, we are inspired by Christ’s example of love and service — but we warmly welcome people of all faiths and none, both as residents and colleagues.

About the role

As a Support Worker, you’ll play a vital part in the day-to-day running of the service and in supporting women on their individual journeys. This is a varied and rewarding role combining practical support, emotional encouragement, and casework. There is some flexibility to autonomously choose your working hours to suit your schedule.

You will:

• Build trusting relationships with women and provide strengths-based, person-centred support
• Act as a key worker, supporting women to identify goals around health, wellbeing, housing, education, employment, and relationships
• Carry out assessments, support planning, reviews, and accurate case recording
• Support women to access benefits, housing, and external services
• Work closely with partner agencies to ensure joined-up support
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and well-run living environment
• Respond calmly and professionally to challenging or crisis situations
• Contribute to a supportive, values-led team culture

 

Who we’re looking for

You don’t need to tick every box — we’re looking for someone with the right values, attitude, and resilience, alongside relevant experience.

Essential:

• Understanding of the issues facing women who are homeless or vulnerably housed
• Experience supporting women with complex needs
• A non-judgemental, caring and flexible approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to remain calm in stressful or crisis situations
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting women’s wellbeing
• Experience in supported housing or homelessness services

Desirable:

• Relevant qualification (e.g. social care, housing, mental health)
• Training in trauma-informed practice or mental health
• Knowledge of housing legislation or welfare benefits
• Experience with being a floating support worker

Occupational Requirement

This role is open to women only, under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. This is a genuine occupational requirement to ensure a safe, supportive environment for women who have experienced trauma and abuse.

Why work for Keychange?

• Be part of a supportive, values-driven charity with over 100 years’ experience
• Make a meaningful impact every day
• Access personalised learning and development opportunities
• Join a warm, collaborative team where relationships really matter

How to apply

Please submit your most recent CV to your application. 

Closing Date: 6th February 2026

Interviews will take place on w/c 16th February 2026

Starting Date: 2nd March 2026

If this role feels aligned with your experience and values, we’d love to hear from you. 

Citizens Advice Canterbury District is looking for a Finance Manager to join the newly formed Citizens Advice North East Kent. As such you may be required to work from any of these Citizens Advice locations: Swale, Canterbury District and Thanet and remotely, as required.

We are looking for someone who will provide a full financial management service to ensure Citizens Advice North East Kent operates effectively and is compliant with all legal and sector requirements, ensuring that accurate and timely financial information is produced for the Chief Executive Officer, the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees.

This is a newly created post within our organisations, established as we undergo significant structural changes and merge our three districts into a single entity. The transition requires dedicated financial expertise; therefore, we are looking to appoint a Finance Manager who will play a key role in supporting and influencing this organisational change. The post holder will be responsible for overseeing the financial monitoring and reporting of our newly formed organisation and ensuring robust financial management throughout the transition and beyond. You will need to ensure the sharing of financial knowledge and reports amongst senior colleagues so that they can understand financial implications of decisions. The post is open to some remote working as well as those able to work in our geographic locations.

About Finance at Hope into Action 

The finance function of Hope into Action is small team comprising the Finance Manager, the Finance Administrators (job-share) and a volunteer reporting to the Head of Operations. It is largely paperless and supports our 44 staff with accounts payable and receivable functions. It works in conjunction with the other departments to deliver timely, accurate and strategic financial information for both the Executive Team and the Board of Trustees.

About the role 

The Finance Manager is a key role in enabling Hope into Action fulfil its vision of every church lovingly making a home for those experiencing homelessness.

The role is broad ranging; from managing the Finance Administrators, supporting their work when needed and also producing the monthly management accounts within our target of 10 working days from the month end.

In addition, you will support the year end work by producing the schedules required by auditors, take a lead in the annual budgeting process, produce the biannual investor statements and compile the Gift Aid returns. 

You will be expected to meet regularly with budget holders to help them achieve their targets and/or devise a plan to bring them back on track.

About you 

We are looking for a self-motivated person with a passion for our work, tenants, staff, churches and mission. You will be adaptable and equally comfortable with bank reconciliations as writing a commentary on the management accounts. We employ people of hope where humility, a genuine desire to love and serve others, and strength of character are as important as any job description. This is reflected in our six core values: strength, hope, action, love, open ears (listening) and mutuality, or “Shalom” as we sometimes call them.

You will have a track record of finance experience but also be relatable; able to support staff with little or no financial experience. You should have a passion for the homeless, churches and our vision & values. 

We value diversity and recognise that a diverse team will help us raise our performance in empowering those we serve. We are interested in your individual skills, strengths, knowledge and experience.

About us 

We believe that everyone has the right to a home and churches have the power to meet the tragedy of homelessness in their community.

Starting 15 years ago, we have grown into a mature organisation working with over 100 churches running 126 homes for over 400 tenants.

We have won numerous awards both secular and Christian including from the Guardian newspaper, Homeless Link and Centre for Social Justice.

We provide not just shelter and housing know-how, but also the friendship of a church, we are passionate about harnessing the social, financial and spiritual power of churches to enact real change both in them and our tenants.

Our first home had a real heart for men coming out of prison. Homes are now available for a wide range of people experiencing homelessness: people in recovery from addiction, people sleeping rough, women and children fleeing domestic violence, people coming out of rehab, former prostitutes, refugees, those suffering mental health issues and survivors of human trafficking. 

Roughly, 50% of our homes are in our ‘line-managed cities’ (Peterborough, Norwich, Nottingham, Cambridge), the other 50% are found across a further 30+ towns which we franchise into.  

We encourage others to replicate our model through franchising. The tragedy of homelessness is in every community.   Our vision is for every church to lovingly provide the homeless with a home.

Working at Hope into Action can be incredibly rewarding. We offer the opportunity to work in a supportive and flexible environment.

About Working Well Trust

Working Well Trust is a mental health and employment charity in London. All of our projects share the aim of improving the lives of people with mental health support needs, learning disabilities and/or complex issues through training and employment.

We are recruiting a IPS Employment Advisor to join our IPS service part time, you will be based in the borough of Newham, working 17.5 hours per week. Working Well Trust's services have previously been awarded the IPS Grow quality mark and adheres closely to the principles of the IPS model in supporting people in to employment. This role will be working with clients who have mental health support needs, wanting to gain paid employment. 

Experience of employment support is not essential, it is more important that you share our passion and commitment to employment as an integral aspect of wellbeing and supporting people to find the right job for them. You will receive training on the IPS model and in supporting people with mental health issues. We welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental health, either personally or through a close contact.

You need to have a desire to support people to achieve their employment goals, and the ability to multitask and manage your workload effectively. Good organisation skills are essential for this role, in addition to an interest in mental health, and the role it plays in the workplace. The successful candidate will need to become comfortable in approaching employers, and showcase the advantages of our service in order to work with them to recruit our clients to fill vacancies and sustain employment.

What you’ll be doing

You will work with clients (managing a caseload) who have mental health support needs, to assist them in securing sustainable paid employment in line with their preferences. You will deliver the IPS approach (for which training will be given); providing person centred support and guidance to clients, whilst building positive relationships with local employers to enable clients to move into suitable employment.

You will work as part of a mental health team (NHS Trust) maintaining positive and integrated relationships, fostering a holistic approach to recovery through employment. You will work closely with clinical teams, providing a coordinated approach that always remains client led.  You will also be working to targets whilst maintaining a high-quality service. 

What you’ll need

Experience in employment support is not essential. We are looking for someone who brings:

• A genuine desire to support people into meaningful employment.
• Commitment to person-centred work and either experience of or enthusiasm to learn the IPS approach.
• Confidence engaging with employers and promoting the benefits of our service.
• Good organisation skills and the ability to manage a caseload effectively.
• Beneficial (but not essential): experience working with people with mental health difficulties.

What we offer

• £31,277 per year
• 30 days annual leave plus public holidays, pro rata (FTE)
• Employer pension contribution of 6%
• Supportive environment within a small, dedicated team
• Meaningful, rewarding work supporting people into employment

Working Well Trust is an equal opportunities employer and Confident about Disabilities.

What’s next 

Before you apply, please note the following: 

• We actively recruit and carefully review all applications. Due to rapid service expansion, we have onboarded 20 external hires in the last six months. 

• To ensure we can best support the people and communities we serve, we progress applications only where candidates provide meaningful answers to the screening questions. 

• Career development is real here: in the past year, 10 colleagues have progressed internally into Senior roles, Project Lead, Team Lead, and Operations Manager positions. We value ambition and celebrate progression. 

If you are ready to help us build a service that supports people into meaningful work, click Apply to submit your CV and answer the screening questions. Telephone and final interviews will be confirmed. 

Start your application today and take the next step in a rewarding career. 

Closing date: Monday 19th of January 2026 (09:00). Please note, we will be actively interviewing during this time and may close the vacancy early.

Telephone interviews: 21st, 22nd and 23rd of January 2026 

Final Stage interviews: 26th and 29th January, in person in Stratford, E15.

While we will aim to keep to the above dates, they can be subject to change. 

Job Title: Victim Support Case Worker (London)

Salary: £23,400 (£29,250 FTE) + London Weighting (£4,680 for inner London, £3,510 for outer London)

Hours: 30 hours per week, or 0.8 FTE. 

Contract: 12-month fixed term contract (continuation subject to funding)

Annual Leave: 18.5 days plus bank holidays 

Based: Hybrid, London

About NUM:

National Ugly Mugs (NUM) is an award-winning charity with a mission to ‘end all forms of violence against sex workers.’ NUM provides a mechanism for sex industry workers to report crimes and harm they experience and share this information within their communities to warn others of potentially dangerous individuals and situations. We have a dedicated casework team of industry experts who support sex workers to further access criminal justice remedies and other services as determined by these victims/survivors to cope and recover from crimes they experience. We also host a range of other projects in racial justice, mental health, drop-in support (Scotland), and vocational exploration.

Role Summary:

National Ugly Mugs is looking to recruit a Victim Support Case Worker to provide greater access to justice and protections for sex workers based in or touring in London. The role will also involve contributing to the writing and quality assurance of harm reduction tools and resources, ensuring they are accurate, accessible, and responsive to the needs of sex workers. The post holder will work across multiple agencies, from victim support services, Citizens Advice, SARCS, specialist sex worker support organisations to those providing services to sex workers, and sex worker-led groups. They will work with police and Met officials via working groups or direct engagement with BCU SPOCs to support reporting to police.

The Victim Support Case Work plays a part in maintaining a wide network of practitioners and officials, both local and national, to ensure that we are victim-centred and provide resources in ways that are individualised and safest for sex worker survivors as part of prevention, victim support and recovery. As such, the postholder will engage with other sex worker-led groups and rights activists, and will be provided with relevant training and clinical supervision to support them in this role.

If you are passionate and knowledgeable about sex worker rights and victim support, you could be the person we are looking for!

Applications from people with lived experience are desirable.

Role Purpose:

To provide a pro-active victim support to marginalised and racialised sex workers when they are victims of crime by working within and outside of the criminal system and in partnership with other frontline support services and the police.

• Provision of victim support case work to London-based sex workers

• Risk assess and help members keep safe.

• Support members to access resources in keeping with their rights and entitlements.

• Support members to access (mental) health and other services they require.

• Monitor and keep members informed of case progress.

• Provide support through the criminal system from report to court and beyond.

Documents below contain and a full person specification and the main responsibilities of the role.

How to Apply:

Please send a CV and a cover letter, explaining why you’re interested in the post and how you fit the person specification, to admin[at]nationaluglymugs[dot]org, or apply via Charity Job by 5:30pm (UK time) on Friday 6th February. NUM aims to hold interviews from February 10th 2026 but encourages people to apply as soon as possible as the job advert may close early if the right candidate is found.

We actively encourage applicants of all different ages, genders, social and economic backgrounds, ethnicities, religions and sexual orientations, and from people with disabilities. If you have any access requirements related to applying, please contact admin[at]nationaluglymugs[dot]org. We can also be contacted for any queried relating to this role.

Location: Shaw House, 27 West Way, Oxford, OX2 0QH/Flexible Working
Department: Service Delivery
Salary: £42,500 plus £2,500 car allowance
Hours: 35
Contract Type: Permanent
 
RABI is the farmers charity.
 
RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life.
 
At the heart of RABI’s mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive.
 
Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity’s professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI’s wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year.
 
RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve.
 
Key Purpose
 
The Safeguarding Manager is a pivotal leadership position at RABI, responsible for spearheading the organisation’s dedication to safeguarding and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of everyone connected to our work. You will lead the operational development, implementation, and oversight of RABI’s safeguarding policies and procedures, while line-managing and mentoring the Safeguarding Officer.
 
This role also serves as the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), assuming all DDSL responsibilities when the Senior Service Delivery Manager (DSL) is unavailable.
 
You will play a key role in embedding a trauma-informed, person-centred safeguarding culture across the organisation, ensuring that staff, volunteers, and partners understand how trauma affects behaviour, engagement, and recovery, and that this understanding underpins every safeguarding response.
 
Key Responsibilities:
 
Leadership & Team Management

• Provide clear, supportive, and developmental line management to the Safeguarding Officer, overseeing daily tasks, case management, and professional growth.
• Act as the primary escalation point for complex or high-risk safeguarding concerns, applying a trauma-informed approach that prioritises safety, empowerment, and dignity.
• Oversee referrals to RABI’s counselling and wellbeing services, ensuring a compassionate and responsive approach in line with internal and external SLAs.
• Foster a reflective team culture that values emotional safety, supervision, and professional resilience.

 
Policy, Compliance & Training

• Lead the development and continuous enhancement of RABI’s safeguarding policies, procedures, and guidance to ensure alignment with current legislation, trauma-informed best practice, and regulatory expectations.
• Ensure consistent compliance across all departments, embedding safeguarding and trauma awareness as core organisational values.
• Design and oversee delivery of a comprehensive annual safeguarding training programme that includes trauma-informed principles, empowering the Safeguarding Officer to deliver foundational sessions and personally conducting advanced training.
• Maintain expert knowledge of safeguarding practice changes, trauma theory, and statutory guidance, ensuring RABI’s approach remains sector leading.

 
Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Translate complex safeguarding data and trends into actionable insights, providing trauma-aware analysis and recommendations to the DSL and senior leadership team.
• Monitor and evaluate safeguarding processes, identifying lessons learned and opportunities to strengthen trauma-informed practice.
• Promote safeguarding and trauma-informed best practices through reflective learning and cross-team collaboration.

 
External Engagement & Collaboration

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with safeguarding bodies, regulatory authorities, and sector partners.
• Represent RABI at external safeguarding forums, networks, and working groups.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues in Volunteering, Fundraising, Partnerships, and Service Delivery to embed safeguarding into all projects and services.
• Ensure staff and volunteers fully understand escalation routes and safeguarding expectations.

 
PERSON SPECIFICATION
 
Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Significant experience as a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) in a complex organisation.
• Proven experience in leading, managing, and developing a team within a safeguarding or related operational context.
• Up-to-date specialist safeguarding training for adults and children.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UK safeguarding legislation, statutory guidance, and trauma-informed approaches to practice.
• Strong risk assessment skills, with ability to manage complex cases and make sound judgments.
• Excellent communication, report-writing, and record-keeping skills.
• Experience providing safeguarding support and guidance to staff and volunteers working with at-risk adults, children, and families.
• Proficiency with safeguarding data recording systems.
• Highly organised, with ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities, capable of influencing and engaging diverse stakeholders.

 
Desirable:

• Relevant degree or equivalent demonstrable experience in safeguarding, social work, or a related field.
• Qualification or CPD in trauma-informed practice.
• A background or knowledge of the farming community.

 
Personal Attributes:

• Empathetic, emotional intelligent. approachable, and able to build trust quickly.
• High levels of integrity, discretion, and professional judgement.
• Resilient, flexible, and solution focused.
• Committed to inclusivity, equality, and ethical practice.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a drive for continuous improvement.

 
Additional Requirements
 
Full driving licence with willingness to travel nationally when required.
Commitment to ongoing safeguarding and professional development training.
 
This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI.
 
Early applications are encouraged for this position as shortlisting and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a suitable application prior to the deadline
 
BENEFITS

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (based on full time working).
• Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and then opportunity to join RABI’s group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%.
• Life assurance from day one.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
• On site parking.

 
RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices promote equality, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, and no employee or applicant receives less favourable treatment because of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic that cannot be justified. Recruitment and development decisions are made solely on the basis of skills, experience, qualifications and abilities.
 
REF-226 023

South East London Mind is a highly regarded local charity, helping people to be mentally healthy and working together with those experiencing mental health problems and dementia to improve their quality of life. We are one of the largest charities in the Mind network.

We are working in partnership with Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust to deliver integrated support within the Trust’s Community Mental Health Teams. This post sits within the Care Team Approach, an integrated team providing support to people living with psychosis, helping them develop their independence, self-management skills and achieve their recovery goals.

We are recruiting a Senior Mental Health Advisor to work within this fast paced and innovative service. You will have the caseload management experience and skills to deliver focused, person-centred, individual support and IAG (Information and Guidance) on a wide range of social issues, including guided self-help and management of social integration, liaising appropriately with specialists and professionals within the wider team.

You will also hold line management responsibility for a Mental Health Advisor in the team.

Hybrid working will be considered in line with service need.

Successful applicants will be expected to undergo an Enhanced Level Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Closing date: Sunday 18th January (11:59pm)

Likely interview date: Week beginning 26th January

We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications.

About Us

SEL Mind supports people with mental health problems and dementia in the boroughs of Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark. We are proud of our diverse workforce and know that our organisation is made stronger by the variety of backgrounds, experience, and ideas within it. We promote a culture of inclusion and representation, and are working hard to build a workforce that even better reflects the communities we support.

SEL Mind is somewhere that you can be your authentic self without fear of discrimination on the grounds of ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, neurodivergence, gender, age, lived experience of mental health problems or anything else that’s part of who you are.

Read more about staff benefits and why staff love working here on our website.

The Role

DHI is an award winning charity looking for an experienced and passionate Service Manager to lead our adult drug and alcohol treatment service in South Gloucestershire.

In this key leadership role, you'll oversee service delivery, manage a high-performing team, and work closely with partners and commissioners to continuously develop the service to support people affected by substance use. You'll ensure services are person-centred, recovery-focused, safe and effective, with significant involvement from peers and service users. You will have oversight and ensure integration with our clinical partner.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience / ability to oversee and lead both clinical and non-clinical staff / services
• Has excellent understanding of harm reduction, recovery and substance use interventions
• Can drive performance and manage risk
• Is confident working with complex client needs
• Brings resilience, flexibility, and a solution-focused mindset

A Driving licence with access to a vehicle and the willingness to use it for work travel is essential.

Desirable: Management qualification, experience in change management or service development.

Our Values

If you share DHI’s values of flexibility, stimulation, self- direction and zest for life, then we encourage you to apply.

What We Offer

· You’ll receive 26 days of paid annual leave, increasing by one additional day for each full year of service after your first year, up to a maximum of 31 days

· Company pension scheme (7% employer contribution to 3% employee)

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Charity Worker Discounts

· Cycle Scheme

· Mileage allowance of 45p per mile for work related travel (excluding to base location)

· Training and development opportunities

· Flexible working options considered

· Hybrid working available

· Signing on bonus payment of £1000

· Pay review after successful completion of a 6-month probation period

The purpose of this role is to deliver FSSW’s FareChance programme, including employability learning and practical logistics sessions alongside support and collaboration with the Employability Programme Facilitator. The FareChance programme currently works with young people aged between 18 – 25 who experience additional barriers to accessing education, training, or employment. The young people are supported to learn new skills, build confidence, and realise their full potential. 

FareChance provides a unique combination of two parts: the first is working alongside other volunteers and staff learning key warehouse and logistics skills, getting firsthand practical experience; the second is tailored employability sessions in small groups with 1-1 specialist support. 

The Employability Programme Lead will lead on running the employability workshops. This role will provide 1-1 support for young people where required and provide signposting and referrals to other specialist services. The successful candidate will be passionate about supporting people to thrive and be sensitive to the inequality and power imbalance faced by young people today. They will have experience of supporting young people to achieve their goals and can bring these skills to deliver FareChance. This role will coach as well as co-ordinate the programme whilst supporting the growth of an innovative, supportive, and caring employability pathway for people to overcome barriers and move closer to the future they deserve. 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

Programme Delivery 

• Support the Employability Programme Facilitator to deliver practical warehouse activity sessions 

• Working with the Operations team to ensure smooth integration of our participants and the programme into every aspect of the operation. 

• Lead in providing tailored programme coaching/mentoring: 

• Set up and monitor an action plan for each participant with realistic goals to overcome barriers they face. 

• Provide advice and guidance, build confidence and support participants with appropriate resources for their next steps (including CV writing and interview skills)

• Identify project management opportunities and build plans with relevant staff in the wider team. 

• Lead on developing and preparing programme resources. 

• Identify specific needs and risks, liaising with senior colleagues, create and maintain risk assessments with individuals to ensure safety in the workplace.

Programme Development 

• Lead on the recruitment, onboarding and offboarding of participants (currently 18–25-year-olds with possibility of expanding this range) onto the FareChance Programme. 

• Work with the Volunteer Team to ensure smooth transitions to and from FareChance to Volunteering where applicable. 

• Build a Youth Steering/Co-production group to design, deliver and evaluate the programmes. 

• Alongside the Head of Employability and Volunteering, support the development of the strategy for future programmes. 

External partnerships and relationship building 

• Work with the Head of Employability and Volunteering to develop our network of statutory, charity and business partnerships to increase referral pathways into and out of the programme. 

• Support the fundraising team in providing updates for employability funders 

• On occasion, attend events or appointments to support recruitment/represent FSSW 

• Build a network of signposting for participants across the programme including local businesses and apprenticeship opportunities. 

• Work with the Head of Employability and Volunteering to develop partnerships to offer on-course enrichment opportunities, e.g., away days and mentoring. 

Reporting and Administration 

• Maintain quality records of all participant information, including interventions with project participants, ensuring that such data is stored within the requirements of the Data Protection Act and FSSW policies and procedures 

• Work alongside the Head of Employability and Volunteering around any incidents or safeguarding concerns. Signpost to external agencies where appropriate. 

• Work with the fundraising and communications teams on internal and external reporting for FareChance, including gathering quantitative and qualitative data 

• Deliver programme data and, in conjunction with the Head of Employability and Volunteering, analyse and feed into future programmes 

Person Specification 

It is not expected that a successful candidate will necessarily have all the following criteria. FareShare South West is committed to helping individuals develop professionally and personally, and your application is encouraged.

Essential 

• Knowledge and experience of delivering 1:1 and group motivational mentoring/coaching.

• Successful experience of supporting people back into work or training, with a strong commitment to advancing equality and diversity. 

• Ability to work flexibly, respond positively to project changes and meet challenging targets. 

• Excellent interpersonal and listening skills with the ability to influence, motivate and negotiate. 

• Good IT skills 

Desirable 

• Experience of building a programme 

• Experience of responding appropriately to challenging behaviours 

• Project management experience 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

• Understanding of safeguarding and GDPR regulations 

• Ability to set up and maintain accurate and timely records for monitoring and evaluating purposes. 

• Strong organisational skills including planning, prioritising, and time management. 

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences. As we expand our programmes, we particularly value candidates who bring multicultural perspectives and/or speak additional languages. Skills in languages such as Arabic, Pashto, or Farsi are highly desirable, but not essential. If you share our commitment to inclusion and want to make a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you. 

Additional Information 

• Role may involve some manual handling; training will be provided.

• Enhanced DBS check required. 

• This post is funded by St James’s Place Charitable Foundation

Puropse of Alcohol Recovery Engagement

At our homeless hostel, our Alcohol Recovery and Engagement team deliver high quality, psychologically informed housing and hostel services to vulnerable, single homeless individuals, a number of whom have complex needs. These needs may include mental health issues, brain injury, neurodiversity, substance misuse and/or offending behaviour.

Working alongside the wider team at YMCA Wirral, the Alcohol Engagement Worker will recruit clients at the earliest possible stage, to deliver structured interventions that reduce harm to themselves and support them to access pathways to substance misuse treatment and wider health interventions.

The Alcohol Recovery & Engagement Worker will help individuals begin and sustain their recovery by conducting assessments, creating personalised plans, connecting clients to community resources, and fostering a positive recovery environment. Team members will also support individuals into both abstinence-based and medically assisted forms of recovery to reduce alcohol related harm.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting people through the highs and lows, offering practical help, understanding and encouragement.
• Delivering harm reduction strategies and techniques within the CDE.
• Inspiring change and making a lasting difference in people’s lives.

Specific duties found on our full job description on our Careers Page on YMCA Wirral website.

What We’re Looking For

• A kind heart and a strong sense of empathy.
• Great communication skills to support and encourage others.
• A calm and measured approach to handling challenging situations.
• Personal or professional experience of homelessness, substance misuse or other related issues is desirable but not essential as training will be provided

To apply, please send your application form to our CEO Nanette by the 19th of January. Email found at the end of the application guidance document.