Resident engagement officer jobs

As Finance Director, you will work closely and collaboratively with Amit Sharma (Artistic Director/ CEO) and Iain Goosey (Executive Director), supporting them as they lead Kiln Theatre through a period of transition and growth. As a key member of the Senior Team, the Finance Director will be responsible for Kiln Theatre's financial health and for ensuring that effective controls are in place and that all regulatory requirements are met.

You will lead and manage the Finance department, ensuring that the finance operation at Kiln operates to the highest standards and is effectively embedded within the organisation.

The Finance Director will play a major role in contributing to Kiln Theatre's business planning and strategic development, including identifying opportunities for efficiencies, supporting the resilience of the organisation for the future, ensuring compliance with best practice at all times and helping the company to fulfil its creative and financial ambitions.

The role will work with members of the Board, particularly the Finance & Risk Committee, as well as the external auditors. The Finance Director also oversees the finances for Kiln Theatre Ltd and its two subsidiaries - Tricycle Screen Ltd and Kiln London Productions Limited.

 Volunteer Development Officer

Salary: £26,000 per annum

Hours : 37.5 hours per week (office-based role)

Location: North Leeds – LS17

Benefits:  Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, Smart Health,

Jewish High Holy days = additional paid annual leave,

Free DBS, option to join healthcare scheme.

***Sponsorship is not available for this position***

About Us

For over 145 years, Leeds Jewish Welfare Board (LJWB) has been a cornerstone of care and compassion in North Leeds. We’re one of the region’s most established social care charities, supporting over 1,000 people every month through a wide range of community and registered care services.

Volunteers are the heartbeat of our organisation — nearly 240 strong and growing! Whether it’s lending a listening ear, helping with events, or offering practical support, our volunteers make a real difference every day.

Role Summary

Are you a people person who thrives on human connection, live for a well-organised spreadsheet, and believe that volunteering can change the world?  Do you love bringing out the best in others? Then we want YOU to be our next Volunteer Development Officer.

As our Volunteer Development Officer, you’ll be the driving force behind our volunteer programme — recruiting, training, and supporting a diverse team of volunteers who help us change lives.

Key responsibilities

• Recruiting volunteers from all walks of life to reflect our inclusive community
• Managing onboarding including DBS checks and references
• Creating engaging campaigns to attract new volunteers
• Designing and delivering training that’s informative and inspiring
• Checking in regularly with volunteers to ensure they feel supported and valued

Requirements

• Experience in volunteer management or community engagement
• A confident, enthusiastic communicator — both written and verbal
• Top-notch organisational skills and attention to detail- think smooth systems, tidy records, and zero chaos
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and volunteer database systems

How to Apply

C.V.’s are accepted however we advise you email our recruitment team and request a copy of the job specification so you can evidence the essential criteria for the role.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 28 October 2025 at 12:00pm (midday)

The vacancy may close earlier once a suitable applicant is found.

If you are shortlisted you will be contacted directly, if you do not hear from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, it can be assumed that unfortunately, your application was unsuccessful on this occasion.

LJWB is committed to making any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job role and the working environment so that disabled people have access to job opportunities or current employees can continue to work should they develop a disabling condition.

All job applications are retained for 3 months and your data is used for recruitment purposes onlyunless otherwise requested

Please note we will only consider applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and all appointments are subject to receipt of satisfactory references & DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check.

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Stour Health and Wellbeing Partnership (SHWP) is seeking to appoint a part time Community Builder to work with residents and stakeholders in the more rural Stour areas to foster partnership working, connect and strengthen local communities and to reduce social and rural isolation. By really listening to local people, the post holder will help local communities to identify the challenges faced and what residents want and support them in creating new initiatives or enhancing existing ones to meet these needs. The aim is to improve links between services, existing groups, new initiatives and the community to increase community health and wellbeing. We are looking to appoint a skilled relationship builder with strong interpersonal skills and an understanding of rural challenges to connect, coordinate and support initiatives. Experience of managing projects and measuring their impact is desirable.

Exciting opportunity for a charity sector Community Helpline Manager in Torbay

The Torbay Health and Wellbeing Voluntary Sector Network in Torbay is recruiting a full-time Manager to oversee the Torbay Community Helpline.

This post will be based in the local voluntary sector infrastructure organisation - Torbay Communities, hosts of the Community Helpline.  

We are seeking an exceptional individual to lead this nationally recognised and acclaimed innovation. Torbay’s Community Helpline was established during the Covid pandemic and has since been developed by the local community into a central access point to the voluntary and community sector as a whole. Since 2021, it has also been the front door for new Adult Social Care referrals in the area through a unique partnership with the local statutory sector. Providing the best possible support to local residents the Helpline’s strapline ‘One Call – That’s All’ sums up the holistic approach. Individuals and families can access a wide range of support from food parcels to mental health support, help with isolation to debt advice etc. The Helpline links into over 100 voluntary sector organisations locally and into grassroots networks of residents offering support to each other. The Helpline has a strengths-based approach to its operations, with callers often helping others after they have received some support.

We are looking for someone who can lead this initiative into the next phase. Someone with the relevant experience who can identify the Helpline’s potential and - working with staff, volunteers, voluntary sector and statutory sector partners - deliver excellent support to our residents and develop the Helpline to meet future needs.

If you have boundless energy, a commitment to help marginalised people, a curiosity for doing things differently and a thirst to make a difference. Please apply.

Salary: £41,041 per annum.

For more information, please download an application pack from our website at Torbay Communities | Job Opportunities  - click 'redirect' and you can download the application pack

To find out more about the role, please call Tracey Cabache or email Tracey Cabache - details in application pack

Please email completed applications to John Arcus - details in application pack

By 5pm on Thursday 13th November 2025

Interviews will be held across the 18th and 19th November (please keep both days free).

Please note that, unfortunately, we cannot notify applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. 

Trainee Wilder Schools and Communities Officer  

Part Time – 21 Hours per Week (0.6 FTE)  

Salary: £22,932 pro rata gross per annum  

Fixed Term Contract for 2 Years  

Location: Testwood Lakes, Brunel Road, Calmore, Totton, Hampshire, SO40 3WX  

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust is a grassroots movement working for nature’s recovery and to bring people closer to nature.

‘Our vision for a wilder future is beautiful and vital!’

Our future has to be wilder!

We are seeking a Trainee Wilder Schools and Communities Officer to join our cause.

This role will help children, families, schools and communities connect with nature and take action in support of wildlife. Our education and engagement work plays a pivotal role in our efforts to create a wilder Hampshire and Isle of Wight. We know that wildlife is in freefall both locally and globally and we need many more people on nature’s side if we are to tip the balance in favour of nature’s recovery.

Based at Testwood Lakes Nature Reserve, this new role will work with schools, groups, communities and visitors from the surrounding area.

Testwood Lakes is one of the Wildlife Trust’s flagship reserves. It is a popular destination for the public and provides essential access to nature for those living in Totton and Southampton, as well as visitors from further afield. This is a multifunctional site used for angling, recreation and dog walking, as well as providing essential habitat and sanctuary areas for wildlife. The Education Centre provides space for visiting school groups as well as meeting space and at weekend hosts a variety of children and family activities.

This role will help us to engage more deeply with the communities surrounding the nature reserve, including local schools – inspiring and motivating them to take positive action, value the nature reserve and be part of ‘Team Wilder’. Our Wilder Schools approach has been developing over the past few years, building on our excellent track record of outdoor education at our sites. This role will support work with local schools, providing advice, guidance and educational sessions both in school and on-site at Testwood Lakes.

The post holder will also support building positive relationships and work closely with local organisations and residents/visitors to make a real difference to people’s connection with nature and encourage pro-nature behaviour change, both on-site and in the wider community.

Wild About Inclusion!  

As an inclusive employer we recognise that our workforce needs to better reflect the communities in which we live and work.  We encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly those underrepresented within our sector, including people from black, Asian, minority Ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities.

Disability Confident. 

We are proudly a Disability Confident Committed employer. The scheme is helping us recruit and retain great people to meet our workforce needs. As a member of the scheme, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. You can request adjustments including accessible formats of this vacancy by emailing us 

To be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme you must:

• Identify as being disabled which under the Equality Act 2010 means a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial*, long term** adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day to day activities; or a long-term health condition; and;

 (*Substantial is more than minor or trivial **Long-term means 12 months or more)

• Set out how you meet all the minimum qualifying criteria set out in the person specification for the post at the application and testing stages. This is a requirement for all candidates, not just those applying under the scheme.

We offer a wide range of benefits including a competitive salary, generous annual leave allowance, a contributory pension scheme, life assurance, learning and development support, 24-hour access to our employee assistance programme, discounted staff travel with our corporate partners Wightlink (subject to T&Cs) and more.

Interview Date: 21 November 2025 

To apply for the role, please click on the 'Apply Now' button at the top of the page. In the ‘supporting information’ section, you’ll need to demonstrate, with detailed examples, how you meet the job requirements using the Job Description and Recruitment Pack below. Please note that we may occasionally close vacancies early when we have received enough applications that meet the required criteria.

Please do not use artificial intelligence tools to assist you to complete the application form. We may not accept applications that have been completed utilising AI tools. If you would usually use tools such as these to assist you in filling in a form, please contact us to discuss this further and understand other options.  

Maintenance Surveyor

We are looking for a Maintenance Surveyor with considerable experience in construction or maintenance project management.

Position: Maintenance Surveyor
Salary: £49,340 Per annum
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week Monday - Friday
Location: Hammersmith, West London, hybrid with 2 days in the office
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Sunday 2nd November

Shortlisted candidates will be required to participate in an assessment as part of the selection process. This will be held on the day of your interview, if you are invited to participate.
 

About the role:

In this role, you will support the Director of Property and Estate Services and contribute by providing technical advice and oversight to deliver high quality, resident-focused maintenance service. You will maintain external relationships with tenants and leaseholders, local authority Councillors, representatives from emergency, social and healthcare services, consultants and contractors.

Your main responsibilities will include

• The provision of technical advice to team members to enable repairs order to be raised appropriately.
• Manage a programme of work to comply with statutory and regulatory health and safety obligations.
• Manage a portfolio of major repair projects, and the process of specifying, implementing and completing void works.
• Engagement with residents to carry out pre and post repair inspections and statutory consultations
• Manage disrepair claims, damp and mould cases, and respond to complaints within given timescales.

About You:

As Maintenance Surveyor you will have a technical qualification in construction or maintenance related subject area. We are looking for a highly organised, self-motivated, collaborative and outcome-focused professional with a significant amount of knowledge of works ordering systems and obtaining competitive quotations.

If you are passionate about bringing excellence to your work, enjoy collaborating with others and can demonstrate commitment in all that you do, we would love to hear from you.

About the Organisation

This organisation is dedicated to making a positive impact through providing high-quality housing and services. With a strong community focus, they are committed to delivering safe, secure and affordable homes while ensuring residents have a voice in shaping the services they receive. This is an exciting time to join, with significant development projects and new office facilities in West London.

The organisation takes pride in being equitable, inclusive and respectful providing a safe environment in which residents come first. Staff live these values and applicants will need to demonstrate alignment with them in daily actions, interactions, decisions and priorities.

Pre-employment checks are carried out to ensure that successful applicants are suitable to work with adults at risk. These include basic DBS checks, obtaining references and verifying a candidate’s identity and Right to Work in the UK.

All qualified applicants already eligible to work in the UK will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status or pregnancy. If you need us to make any special accommodation in the recruitment and selection process because of a protected characteristic, please let us know.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Building Surveyor, Property Surveyor, Repairs Surveyor, Voids Surveyor, Maintenance Manager, Technical Officer, Asset Surveyor, Repairs and Maintenance Officer, Building Maintenance Coordinator, Project Surveyor, Property Services Manager. Etc. #INDNFP

We are hiring a Head of Maintenance & Repairs at Target Housing 

Location: Rotherham 

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Application Deadline: 14th November 2025

About us

Target Housing is a charity and registered social landlord. Over the past 30 years we have shown that stable accommodation and support can help transform lives. We work in a psychologically and trauma informed way to empower people to achieve independence. Target delivers the highest standard of housing and support to enable vulnerable people to live independently, fulfill their potential and contribute to their communities and wider society.

We offer
Salary: of £53,100 per annum rising to £56,775

Employer Contributory Company pension scheme (4%)

Annual Leave: You will get an initial 28 days Annual Leave with an additional day a year up to 33 days leave, PLUS 8 Bank Holidays.

Allocation of company vehicle and fuel card.

There are many great reasons to join our team!

• Great opportunities for career development
• Allocated training
• Access Membership to Westfield Health & Lifetime Financial
• Ability to apply for the Blue Light card
• A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted

About You

• Proven experience managing property repairs and maintenance services at a senior level, ideally within a local authority or housing association.
• Strong knowledge of housing legislation, health and safety, and asset management practices.
• Confident managing budgets, performance data, and stakeholder relationships.
• Able to hit the ground running and thrive in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.

Main Purpose of the role

As a member of the Senior Management Team and reporting to the CEO, you will lead the property repairs and maintenance function for approximately 700 units of accommodation. Ensuring the delivery of efficient, high-quality, cost-effective and customer-focused repairs and maintenance services. This includes overseeing reactive and planned maintenance, compliance with health and safety standards, and continuous improvement of service delivery.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you.

Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies early if sufficient applications are received. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible!

This role is subject to Enhanced DBS clearance, a full valid driving licence, access to a road worthy vehicle and two satisfactory reference checks.

At Leicester South Food Bank, our mission is to address the community's needs and provide effective responses to everyday life challenges. We are looking for a motivated and passionate Partnership Lead to join our team and help us make a positive impact.

We have opened a community hub in Wigston, a dynamic space designed to enhance well-being and purpose in our community. This innovative project responds directly to the expressed needs of our community for face-to-face interactions and accessible local services.

Key Features:

1. Multi-agency space hosting a variety of organizations

2. Flexible weekly schedule offering workshops, events, and activities

3. One-on-one support and advice services

4. Relaxed environment for community engagement 

 The hub will serve as a vibrant 'community expo,' showcasing diverse interventions and services from multiple organizations. This approach allows residents to explore and connect with various resources all in one place, tailored to the evolving needs of our community.

Main Responsibilities of this vacancy:

Multi-Agency Management:

• Develop and manage a multi-agency space to provide interventions and solutions to the community's recognized needs.

Local Organizing:

• Develop and manage a team of volunteers, who will build relationships and trust with the community.

• Explore and understand the experiences bringing people to need our support through listening activities and/or research.

• Assist the Operational Manager in mapping out and building relationships with the charities partners, referral agencies, and local anti-poverty organizations.

• Identify local issues driving poverty and engage with the campaign team to develop strategies for change.

Maintenance and Security:

• Regularly inspect and maintain the building, grounds, and equipment.

• Oversee security, including opening and closing the building and monitoring security systems.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and implement safety measures.

Cleaning and Repairs:

• Ensure the premises are kept clean and tidy, either directly or by supervising cleaning staff.

• Organize and oversee repairs and maintenance work, liaise with contractors, and manage maintenance budgets.

• Maintain an inventory of equipment and supplies, ensuring timely ordering and restocking.

Event Support:

• Provide logistical support for events, meetings, and other activities. 

If you are passionate about making a difference and possess the skills to create meaningful relationships, manage our premises effectively, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our dedicated team!

NOTE: This postion was advertised as Partnership and Premises Officer earlier this year. If you were previously interviewed and were not succesful, unfortunatly you will not be eligable to apply this time around.

Do you want to help create a better world for animals? Are you a creative communicator with a flair for storytelling and a passion for protecting animals from cruelty?

Join us at the Animal Welfare Investigations Project (AWIP), a not-for-profit organisation that investigates and disrupts organised animal cruelty worldwide, from dogfighting and puppy farming to wildlife trafficking and the dog-meat trade. Our work brings offenders to justice and builds a global movement to end suffering, powered by digital storytelling and public support.

We’re now looking for a Marketing Executive (Social Media) to join our fast-paced Marketing & Communications Team. This role will shape how millions see our mission — driving engagement, income, and supporter growth through bold, creative campaigns.

�� About the Role

Reporting to the CEO and working closely with our Digital Marketing Officer and Gifts in Wills Officer, you will:

• Develop and deliver a data-driven social media strategy that fuels measurable fundraising growth.

• Use ManyChat to grow a permission-based Messenger community and launch engaging campaigns that drive both immediate and sustained fundraising results.

  Plan, launch, and optimise virtual fundraising challenges (like Run for the Dogs or Step Up for Wildlife) — turning clicks into community and compassion into cash.

• Create powerful storytelling content across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and X — designed to move people from awareness to action.

• Manage and optimise paid social advertising to grow AWIP’s supporter base and recurring donor network.

• Engage directly with our followers — responding to messages and comments with empathy, professionalism, and urgency.

• Work alongside our investigations team to flag and report potential cruelty cases seen on social media, gather evidence from witnesses, and receive OSINT (open-source intelligence) training to support real-world investigations.

• Capture and produce behind-the-scenes content from field operations and events, showcasing AWIP’s lifesaving work.

• Represent AWIP at digital fundraising and social media conferences, contributing to growing our thought leadership profile in digital engagement.

�� About You

You’re a performance-driven, strategic, and creative thinker who thrives in a fast-moving environment. You understand that social media isn’t just about followers or likes — it’s about measurable impact, mission growth, and movement-building.

Essential:

• Proven experience managing social media for a brand, NGO, or campaign.

• Strong writing, editing, and visual-content skills (Canva, Meta Business Suite, or similar).

• Experience running social-media ads or supporter-acquisition campaigns.

• Passion for animal welfare and investigative storytelling.

• Professional resilience when handling sensitive or distressing material.

Desirable:

• Experience with fundraising, challenge events, or membership marketing.

• Familiarity with ManyChat, MailerLite or similar EPS, FundraiseUp, Tally.so, or Salesforce.

• Willingness to travel nationally or internationally for short assignments and support investigations.

�� Contract Details

• Type: Permanent (initially 22.5 hours/week, with opportunity to expand to full-time)

• Salary: £24,500–£29,000 FTE (depending on experience and performance). Pro-rata for 22.5 hours is £15,750.00.

• Location: Fully flexible within the UK (occasional in-person events). Must be a UK resident.

• Probation: 6 months, including delivery of at least one fundraising challenge.

• Progression: Potential to grow to full-time based on KPI delivery.

❤️ What We Offer

• Fully flexible working arrangements

• Annual salary review and growth-linked progression

• Private healthcare & Employee Assistance Programme

• Pension contributions in line with Living Pension standards

• Fully funded professional development in digital fundraising & social media

• A chance to make a tangible difference, protecting animals and investigating animal cruelty worldwide.

Full time, permanent role
Between 30-40 hours depending on candidate

Appetite is an innovative model that empowers residents of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme to shape the creative activities they want to see in their communities and brings those ideas to life.  As Director, you’ll provide the strategic and producing leadership to turn these ideas into reality, working with artists, partners and local people to deliver bold projects. You’ll also be part of the New Vic Theatre’s Senior Leadership Team, helping shape the future of one of the UK’s most distinctive producing theatres.

This role calls for a leader deeply rooted and actively engaged with the communities of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme, with the vision and producing expertise to guide a nationally recognised programme that shows how culture, creativity and community can thrive together.

Deadline for receipt of applications is 12 noon on Monday 17 November 2025

For further details, including a full job description and how to apply, please visit the vacancies page of our website at the link provided.

The New Vic is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity in our workforce and positively encourage applicants from all sections of the community, particularly applicants under-represented across the arts workforce, including but not limited to, applicants with a disability, applicants who are LGBTQIA+, or applicants of African or Caribbean heritage, South, East and South-East Asian heritage or anyone who experiences racism.

Commercial Financial Accountant

Are you an experienced financial professional? Pilgrims' Friend Society is expanding, and we need a Commercial Financial Accountant to work across the organisation with a Commercial mindset while aiming to achieve charitable impact. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Commercial Financial Accountant will be responsible for managing and completing relevant projects.

Our focus is providing a loving and caring environment for our “family members” (our residents) and maintaining the Christian ethos that is important to many of them.

The group operates on 20 sites with over 700 staff and an annual income of c.£20m.

Responsibilities:

• Growth and renewal plans
• Organisation Governance which will involve Company and Charity governance including projects that simplify the group structure
• Pilgrims' Friend Society Loans – covenant reporting and management
• System improvement projects
• Assist Director of Finance with banking relationships, including defining and implementing investment and reserves policies 
• Responsibility for internal audit and controls within the Finance team 
• Maintain a good working relationship with relevant Care Home and Housing Scheme Managers.
• Carry out any other duties reasonably required to ensure the smooth operation of the Society’s business. 

For more details please take a look at the Job Description

About you:

• Minimum of 5 years experience working in a finance team;
• Finance qualification (ACA/CIMA/ACCA, etc) 
• Advanced Excel skills
• Charity accounting and governance knowledge (Charity SORP, etc) (beneficial but not essential) 
• Experience with Sage 200 (desirable but not essential);
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work in a cohesive team.
• Ability to work flexibly and to take initiative
• *Applicants must be evangelical Christians (This role has an Occupational Requirement to be filled by a Christian under the provisions of the Equality Act (2010).).

Hours:

Full time contract, working 35 hours a week Monday to Friday.

Hybrid working 2 days in the office 3 days at home

Benefits:

• Hybrid working
• Flexible working hours
• 5 Weeks' paid holiday per year, as well as bank and public holidays
• Life assurance scheme
• Medicash
• Perkbox – including an Employee assistance programme.
• Longstanding service rewards
• Birthday rewards
• Social events
• Pension scheme

The main focus of the role is to secure income for large-scale capital investment at Stanley Arts; alongside developing and maintaining relationships with statutory funders and trusts who maysupport programming and core running costs of the
building. Funding bodies will include Arts Council England, the National Lottery Heritage Fund and other voluntary sources, predominantly trusts and foundations.

The Development Manager will play a central role in securing income for Stanley Arts through two key areas:

1) Overseeing fundraising across trusts, foundations, statutory funders, corporate partners, and individual donors to support programming and core running costs.

2) Developing and delivering a major fundraising campaign to raise funds for a large-scale capital investment in Stanley Art’s future.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Development Manager will help shape the organisation’s strategic direction and ensure fundraising is embedded across the organisation. They will lead on individual giving and donor development, alongside capital, trust, and foundation fundraising.

Reporting to the Artistic Director/CEO, the Development Manager will line-manage and collaborate with the freelance Fundraiser, and work closely with the General Manager and Data & Insights Officer to ensure effective bid writing, relationship management, and reporting.

Experience & Knowledge
- Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in a fundraising/development role, preferably 
within arts, heritage, or cultural organisations.
- Experience of individual giving programmes, including donor cultivation, 
stewardship, and retention.
- Proven track record of successful major funding applications to trusts, foundations, 
statutory bodies, and corporate funders.
- Knowledge of fundraising regulations, best practice, and ethical standards.
- Understanding of the role of fundraising in supporting organisational growth.

- Passion for arts, heritage, or cultural sectors.
- High levels of integrity and professionalism.
- Strong organisational skills, ability to prioritise competing tasks and meet deadlines
- Commitment to access, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Commitment to environmental sustainability 

About us

At Leeds Children’s Charity, we believe every child deserves the chance to experience joy, adventure, and a sense of belonging. For over a century, we have been dedicated to brightening children’s lives by offering unforgettable breaks and enriching learning opportunities that create lifelong memories.

Our work focuses on children and young people who face disadvantage, hardship, or difficult circumstances at home. Through safe, nurturing, and inspiring environments, we help them to explore the world around them, build confidence, discover new skills, and simply enjoy being children.

Your Role

The Community Fundraiser will strengthen our connections with Leeds communities and grow sustainable income for the charity, working alongside the Community Fundraising and Events Manager to develop strong relationships with community groups and individuals across Leeds.

Key responsibilities include

Community Engagement and Fundraising

• Develop relationships and apply to Leeds based groups for funding.
• Inspire and support fundraising activity that reflects the city’s diverse neighbourhoods.
• Work with the current Community Fundraising and Events Manager to encourage and support local fundraising activity.
• Act as a visible, approachable representative of the charity in Leeds neighbourhoods.
• Enhance our offer by hosting fundraising events at Lineham Farm.
• Build awareness of the charity’s brand across Leeds, so more people know who we are and what we do.

Regular Giving and Supporter Growth

• Promote and grow regular giving schemes within community networks.
• Work with supporters to turn event participants and one-off donors into long-term givers.
• Support the Marketing Manager to develop messaging, materials and campaigns that encourage sustained support.

Supporter Data and Income Tracking

• Monitor and report on all income and supporter engagement, using the charity’s CRM.
• Ensure all activity is compliant with Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice and GDPR requirements.
• Set and monitor targets aligned with departmental KPIs and board reporting cycles.

What we need from you

• Ability to engage and inspire community groups and individuals and build
• new relationships.
• Organised, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple activities
• Excellent relationship-building, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative, with ideas for building visibility and brand.
• Ability to travel independently across the region (with driving licence and
• access to a vehicle).

Knowledge and Experience

• Experience in community fundraising or outreach, ideally with a track record of income growth.
• Experience of growing regular giving or membership schemes.
• Experience of working with schools, community organisations or civic groups.
• Knowledge of the Leeds city region and its community infrastructure.
• Experience of venue-based fundraising or event organisation.
• Experience of using CRM systems to manage pipelines and report progress.
• Experience of working with volunteers.
• Experience of public speaking

Qualifications

• 5 x GCSE (including English & Maths) or equivalent
• Recognised fundraising qualification (e.g., Institute of Fundraising certificate)is desirable

To Apply: Please submit your CV and a supporting letter/document outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.

For full details about the position, please review the Recruitment Pack attached.

Closing date for applications is Friday 31st October 2025

Proposed interview date Friday 14th November

Young People Support Worker

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to support young people in supported accommodation in Twickenham

Position: Young People Support Worker
Location: Twickenham
Salary: £27,636 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week - Hours are 9am-5pm Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Closing Date: Sunday 9th November 2025

About the Role

As Young People Support Worker you will work as part of a team delivering an assessment, support and move on service to vulnerable clients in supported accommodation. You will have a caseload of 5 clients aged 18-25, in a supported accommodation in Twickenham.

You will mostly lone work, with the Service Manager and Senior Progression Coach working from the office once a week each on average.

You may be required to work from our offices with the rest of the team in Lambeth/Croydon once a month as the business need arises or for training.

Key responsibilities:

· Ensure the safety and wellbeing of clients at all times, following safeguarding and emergency procedures as required.

· Hold a caseload as key worker, taking joint responsibility with the team for day-to-day client support.

· Lead on risk and needs assessments, develop SMART outcomes-based support plans, and review regularly.

· Deliver one-to-one and group support to build resilience and independence, both on site and in the community.

· Work in partnership with external agencies and involve clients in decision-making and community activities.

· Support clients to access education, training, employment, volunteering and benefit entitlements.

· Contribute to a safe, welcoming environment including rota cover, health and safety checks and move-in support.

· Support and collaborate with volunteers and participate in wider organisational engagement opportunities.

About You

You’ll be a motivated, empathetic and organised individual who thrives on helping young people achieve independence. You’ll bring:

· Experience working with the client group and understanding their needs, including homelessness, mental health and substance use.

· Experience in housing settings with knowledge of health and safety responsibilities.

· Strong understanding of asset-based approaches, safeguarding requirements and professional boundaries.

· Knowledge of risk assessments and support planning.

· Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills, including Microsoft 365 and Salesforce.

· Commitment to equality, diversity and treating everyone with dignity and respect.

· Commitment to creating a safe and healthy environment for clients, staff and visitors.

· Integrity, professionalism and the ability to work effectively in partnership with others.

About the Organisation

You’ll be joining a respected charity that provides housing and support services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. The organisation focuses on prevention, empowerment and long-term stability, helping people develop the confidence and skills to live independently.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Youth Support Worker, Housing Support Worker, Homelessness Worker, Key Worker, Tenancy Support Officer, Support Assistant. #INDSCP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.