Residential scheme manager jobs in London

Salary: £43,082 per annum plus opportunity to earn up to 5% performance related pay

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Location: Hale Village, London, N17

Newlon Housing Trust is a successful charitable housing association and one of the major providers of new affordable housing in north and east London.

We have an opportunity for an experienced individual to join our Homeownership Services team and manage the day-to-day functions of homeownership services and transactions. You will provide a highly proactive and customer-focused resales and staircasing service, which will include remortgages, probate enquiries, freehold/leasehold disposals, solicitor enquiries, lease extensions/variations, and repossessions/forfeitures.

With proven experience and working knowledge in property transactions, residential conveyancing and a variety of homeownership products and current housing legislation, you will have a proven track record of providing customer service to a range of customers in a housing environment, along with good administration and IT skills and good planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage a large and varied workload.

In return, you can expect 27 days holiday, a non-contributory pension, excellent benefits and a flexi scheme.  You’ll also be working out of purpose-built offices that form part of the award-winning Hale Village regeneration project, and are situated just two minutes’ walk from the major transport interchange at Tottenham Hale.

For further information and details of how to apply, please visit our website via the apply button.

Closing date: 23:59 on Tuesday 25 August 2026

Interviews will be held in person at our offices in Hale Village on Wednesday 2 September 2026

Newlon Housing Trust is a charitable housing association and a committed Equal Opportunities employer. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

No agencies please.

We are seeking two diligent cleaners to clean our offices, toilets, kitchen/break rooms, residential and all general areas in our premises at Clapham Junction.

The hours of work are 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday 4:00am to 8:00am.

As well as having proven experience of cleaning in an office or industrial environment, you will be familiar with Health and Safety procedures relating to cleaning, including COSHH regulations and manual handling. Basic literacy and computer skills are essential in this cleaner role, to complete timesheets, report maintenance and similar communications.

Successful applicants for the Cleaner post will be required to wear personal protective equipment as supplied and to undertake a DBS check.

Salary and Location

• Band CLG, London Spine points 46-44
• Starting salary: £31,639 p.a. rising to £33,334 p.a. pro rata in annual increments (equivalent to £17.95 per hour)
• PCS Clapham

Successful candidates for the Cleaner post will be able to demonstrate:

• Proven experience of cleaning in an office or industrial environment
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures relating to cleaning including COSHH
• Basic numeracy, literacy and IT skills
• Ability to communicate effectively

The main duties of the Cleaner role include:

• Maintaining clean
• toilets, washrooms and showers
• office and common areas
• kitchen and rest areas
• Reporting minor repairs and maintenance faults to line manager

The ability to clean to a high standard, work on your own initiative, meet deadlines, and support the cleaning team are all essential requirements for a successful Cleaner at PCS.

Closing date: at 12 midday on Monday 24 August 2026

Interviews will be held at PCS Clapham: Wednesday 9 September 2026

About PCS

PCS is the Public and Commercial Services Union, representing many thousands of members working in the civil service and related areas.

Employer Benefits

You will have access to a generous package of staff benefits including

• flexible working (including hybrid working)
• childcare and family support
• generous maternity/paternity leave
• 32 days leave and Christmas closure
• pension scheme
• employee assistance programme

Learning and Development

The union offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities. We will work with you to support your continued professional development.

PCS Recruiting Process

We use CVMinder to manage all recruitment activities. It helps us to maintain our commitment to equality and diversity by ensuring that we are fair and compliant with our recruiting practices.

Applications must be received by the closing date and time specified.

Candidates invited for interview are required to make themselves available on the date/s specified. Interview dates cannot be changed to accommodate candidates who are unavailable to attend on the specified date.

• CVs will not be accepted. Please see the job description/person specification and follow the application process.
• PCS is working towards equal opportunities and is positive about disabled people.
• All posts can be considered on a full-time, part-time or job share basis.

Please view our guidance for applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION: CLEANER

Ref: 1426

Grade: CLG, London

Salary:

Spine points 46 - 44

Starting salary £31,639 p.a. rising to £33,334 p.a. pro rata

Location: PCS Clapham

Purpose of the job:

The key purpose of this role is to ensure all offices, services and common areas are kept clean by both scheduled and unscheduled cleaning services.

Responsible to: Cleaning Supervisor

Responsible for: Not applicable

Contacts

External:

Not applicable

Internal:

Members of staff, tenants and visitors to PCS Clapham

Main duties and responsibilities

1. Cleaning toilets, washrooms and showers

• Empty and clean waste bins and renew bin liners
• Clean and disinfect toilet seats both sides
• Clean and disinfect toilet pans, urinals and hand basins
• Clean and disinfect all fixtures and fittings
• Clean and disinfect floors
• Clean and disinfect shower
• Polish mirrors
• Damp wipe windowsills, skirting boards and ledges
• Damp wipe walls, panels and doors
• Clean and disinfect worktops
• Replenish toilet rolls, hand towels and soap liquid
• Fill out cleaning checklist when completed
• Report minor repairs and maintenance to line manager

2. Cleaning Office and common areas

• Empty and clean all bins and renew bin liners
• Dust, damp wipe and polish all furniture, windowsills, ledges, skirting boards etc.
• Dust, damp wipe and polish all fixture and fittings
• Clean and dust computers, photocopiers etc
• Remove hand marks etc. from all viewing panels
• Wash cups, glasses and jugs
• Put out water, jugs and glasses in meeting rooms
• Prepare refreshments for meetings
• Clean outside casing of hot and cold drinks machines
• Remove marks from furniture, walls, doors etc.
• Dust window blinds
• Vacuum carpets including stairs
• Clean and mop all hard floors including stairs
• Clean and polish handrails on stairs and landings
• Dispose of all rubbish in the correct manner and designated area
• Dispose of food waste in correct bins.
• Keep the cleaning cupboard clean and tidy
• Replenish consumables in breakout area
• Remove all utensils from meetings once it has finished
• Replenish paper towel and cups
• Prepare refreshments for meetings
• Remove all catering utensils at the end of day (If required)

3. Cleaning Kitchen & Breakout Areas (if required)

• Empty and clean waste bins and renew bin liners
• Clean and disinfect sink and taps
• Clean and disinfect worktops and tabletops
• Clean and disinfect all fixtures and fittings, including fridges & Microwaves
• Clean and disinfect floors
• Vacuum carpets
• Damp wipe windowsills, skirting boards and ledges
• Damp wipe walls, panels and doors
• Replenish all consumables.
• Report minor repairs and maintenance to line manager

4. Deep clean (if required)

• High - level dust and wash walls
• High - level dust and wash ceilings and vents
• High - level dust and wash furniture
• High - level clean window blinds
• Clean windows
• Clean up after builders and contractors
• Scrub and buff and polish hard floors

5. Clean Carpet (if required)

• Move furniture and equipment
• Use a heavy-duty carpet cleaner and extractor
• Use a carpet scrubbing machine
• Replace furniture and equipment

6. Other

• Reporting minor repairs and maintenance faults to line manager
• Reporting Health and Safety Risks to line manager

7. General

• At all times implement and promote the PCSs equal opportunities policy adhering to the PCS Values
• Take due and reasonable care of him / herself and others in respect of
• Health & Safety at Work
• PCS is committed to the training and development of all its employees and the post holder has a responsibility to participate
• Act in a manner that enhances the work of PCS and its overall public image
• In all work activities, comply with data protection legislation and PCSs requirements for the protection of personal information and the privacy of individuals.
• Such other duties that may reasonably be required and that are within the level of the responsibility of this post
• Progression beyond the minimum spine point is dependent on training and/or duties completed.

Person Specification: CLEANER

Ref:1426

Date: August 2026

Location: PCS Clapham

ESSENTIAL FACTORS

EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience of cleaning in an office or industrial environment
• Deep cleaning procedures
• Carpet cleaning

TRAINING

(including continuous professional development)

• Evidence of ongoing training and continuing professional development
• Commitment to participation in appraisal and development review process
• Commitment to undertake job-related training

KNOWLEDGE

• Health and safety procedures relating to cleaning
• COSHH storage and use of hazardous materials
• Manual handling

SKILLS

• Basic numeracy, literacy and IT skills
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to work to set deadlines
• Application of diligence within work area

OTHER

• Commitment to the application of Equal Opportunities policies and practices at work
• Understanding of own role in maintaining legal compliances within PCS (e.g. data protection; health and safety)
• Flexible approach to work and willing to work outside of normal office hours and location on occasions

We are seeking a cleaner to clean our offices, toilets, kitchen/break rooms, residential and all general areas in our premises at Clapham Junction.

The hours of work are 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday 1.00pm to 5.00pm.

As well as having proven experience of cleaning in an office or industrial environment, you will be familiar with Health and Safety procedures relating to cleaning, including COSHH regulations and manual handling. Basic literacy and computer skills are essential in this cleaner role, to complete timesheets, report maintenance and similar communications.

Successful applicants for the Cleaner post will be required to wear personal protective equipment as supplied and to undertake a DBS check.

Salary and Location

• Band CLG, London Spine points 46-44
• Starting salary: £31,639 p.a. rising to £33,334 p.a. pro rata in annual increments (equivalent to £17.95 per hour)
• PCS Clapham

Successful candidates for the Cleaner post will be able to demonstrate:

• Proven experience of cleaning in an office or industrial environment
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures relating to cleaning including COSHH
• Basic numeracy, literacy and IT skills
• Ability to communicate effectively

The main duties of the Cleaner role include:

• Maintaining clean
• toilets, washrooms and showers
• office and common areas
• kitchen and rest areas
• Reporting minor repairs and maintenance faults to line manager

The ability to clean to a high standard, work on your own initiative, meet deadlines, and support the cleaning team are all essential requirements for a successful Cleaner at PCS.

Closing date: at 12 midday on Monday 24 August 2026

Interviews will be held at PCS Clapham: Thursday 10 September 2026

About PCS

PCS is the Public and Commercial Services Union, representing many thousands of members working in the civil service and related areas.

Employer Benefits

You will have access to a generous package of staff benefits including

• flexible working (including hybrid working)
• childcare and family support
• generous maternity/paternity leave
• 32 days leave and Christmas closure
• pension scheme
• employee assistance programme

Learning and Development

The union offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities. We will work with you to support your continued professional development.

PCS Recruiting Process

We use CVMinder to manage all recruitment activities. It helps us to maintain our commitment to equality and diversity by ensuring that we are fair and compliant with our recruiting practices.

Applications must be received by the closing date and time specified.

Candidates invited for interview are required to make themselves available on the date/s specified. Interview dates cannot be changed to accommodate candidates who are unavailable to attend on the specified date.

• CVs will not be accepted. Please see the job description/person specification and follow the application process.
• PCS is working towards equal opportunities and is positive about disabled people.
• All posts can be considered on a full-time, part-time or job share basis.

Please view our guidance for applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION: CLEANER

Ref: 1526

Grade: CLG, London

Salary:

Spine points 46 - 44

Starting salary £31,639 p.a. rising to £33,334 p.a. pro rata

Location: PCS Clapham

Purpose of the job:

The key purpose of this role is to ensure all offices, services and common areas are kept clean by both scheduled and unscheduled cleaning services.

Responsible to: Cleaning Supervisor

Responsible for: Not applicable

Contacts

External:

Not applicable

Internal:

Members of staff, tenants and visitors to PCS Clapham

Main duties and responsibilities

1. Cleaning toilets, washrooms and showers

• Empty and clean waste bins and renew bin liners
• Clean and disinfect toilet seats both sides
• Clean and disinfect toilet pans, urinals and hand basins
• Clean and disinfect all fixtures and fittings
• Clean and disinfect floors
• Clean and disinfect shower
• Polish mirrors
• Damp wipe windowsills, skirting boards and ledges
• Damp wipe walls, panels and doors
• Clean and disinfect worktops
• Replenish toilet rolls, hand towels and soap liquid
• Fill out cleaning checklist when completed
• Report minor repairs and maintenance to line manager

2. Cleaning Office and common areas

• Empty and clean all bins and renew bin liners
• Dust, damp wipe and polish all furniture, windowsills, ledges, skirting boards etc.
• Dust, damp wipe and polish all fixture and fittings
• Clean and dust computers, photocopiers etc
• Remove hand marks etc. from all viewing panels
• Wash cups, glasses and jugs
• Put out water, jugs and glasses in meeting rooms
• Prepare refreshments for meetings
• Clean outside casing of hot and cold drinks machines
• Remove marks from furniture, walls, doors etc.
• Dust window blinds
• Vacuum carpets including stairs
• Clean and mop all hard floors including stairs
• Clean and polish handrails on stairs and landings
• Dispose of all rubbish in the correct manner and designated area
• Dispose of food waste in correct bins
• Keep the cleaning cupboard clean and tidy
• Replenish consumables in breakout area
• Remove all utensils from meetings once it has finished
• Replenish paper towel and cups
• Prepare refreshments for meetings
• Remove all catering utensils at the end of day (If required)

3. Cleaning Kitchen & Breakout Areas (if required)

• Empty and clean waste bins and renew bin liners
• Clean and disinfect sink and taps
• Clean and disinfect worktops and tabletops
• Clean and disinfect all fixtures and fittings, including fridges & Microwaves
• Clean and disinfect floors
• Vacuum carpets
• Damp wipe windowsills, skirting boards and ledges
• Damp wipe walls, panels and doors
• Replenish all consumables.
• Report minor repairs and maintenance to line manager

4. Deep clean (if required)

• High - level dust and wash walls
• High - level dust and wash ceilings and vents
• High - level dust and wash furniture
• High - level clean window blinds
• Clean windows
• Clean up after builders and contractors
• Scrub and buff and polish hard floors

5. Clean Carpet (if required)

• Move furniture and equipment
• Use a heavy-duty carpet cleaner and extractor
• Use a carpet scrubbing machine
• Replace furniture and equipment

6. Other

• Reporting minor repairs and maintenance faults to line manager
• Reporting Health and Safety Risks to line manager

7. General

• At all times implement and promote the PCSs equal opportunities policy adhering to the PCS Values
• Take due and reasonable care of him / herself and others in respect of
• Health & Safety at Work
• PCS is committed to the training and development of all its employees and the post holder has a responsibility to participate
• Act in a manner that enhances the work of PCS and its overall public image
• In all work activities, comply with data protection legislation and PCSs requirements for the protection of personal information and the privacy of individuals.
• Such other duties that may reasonably be required and that are within the level of the responsibility of this post

Progression beyond the minimum spine point is dependent on training and/or duties completed.

Post: CLEANER

Ref: 1526

Date: August 2026

Location: PCS Clapham

ESSENTIAL FACTORS

EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience of cleaning in an office or industrial environment
• Deep cleaning procedures
• Carpet cleaning

TRAINING

(including continuous professional development)

• Evidence of ongoing training and continuing professional development
• Commitment to participation in appraisal and development review process
• Commitment to undertake job-related training

KNOWLEDGE

• Health and safety procedures relating to cleaning
• COSHH storage and use of hazardous materials
• Manual handling

SKILLS

• Basic numeracy, literacy and IT skills
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to work to set deadlines
• Application of diligence within work area

OTHER

• Commitment to the application of Equal Opportunities policies and practices at work
• Understanding of own role in maintaining legal compliances within PCS (e.g. data protection; health and safety)
• Flexible approach to work and willing to work outside of normal office hours and location on occasions

Salary: Balham Home- Waking Nights: £30,227 or Days: £29,635 & Ealing Home- Waking Nights: £30,227 or Days: £27,929 

Contract: Full time/ Permanent

Hours:40 hours per week (including weekends, bank holidays and occasional sleep-ins) 

• Day Shifts: work between 8 am and 10:30 pm 

• Waking Night Shifts: work between 10 pm and 8 am 

Additional Benefits: 

• £50 per sleep-in 

• Time-and-a-half pay for overtime (over 40 hours per week) and bank holidays 

• Two weekends off per month

Locations: Ealing (W13) and Balham (SW12) 

Looking for fantastic career progression, excellent training and therapeutic support? Join our committed and professional team and make a difference to young people living in residential care, where no two days are the same! 

About Us 

Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future. 

St Christopher's is a leading charity caring for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK.We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do.We provide positive and life-changing support experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home. Our offering in underpinned by therapeutic expertise and young people in our care also benefit from extensive life-skills and participation opportunities as well and learning support regarding their education. 

We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong.We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities and gender-diverse identities.

St Christopher’s Academy 

At St Christopher’s, we offer more than a job in social care— we offer a real career pathway. You’ll have the chance to build your skills, grow your knowledge, and make a lasting difference to young people’s lives, as well as your own. 

When you join us, you’ll receive a tailored development plan designed around your goals. Whether you want to move into a different service, progress into a leadership role, or just explore your current role further, we’ll support you every step of the way. If you want to learn more aboutSt Christopher’s Academy, please clickhere 

Our development programme, St Christopher’s Academy, is built to help you reach your full potential — and the results speak for themselves: 
84% of our Team Leaders, Deputies, and Managers are promoted internally. 

About the Role 

As a Support Worker in a Children’s Home, you will provide direct support and care for our young people, who have complex emotional and mental health difficulties (such as trauma and loss) and can struggle to regulate their emotions. Working within a therapeutic framework, you will develop a direct programme of work aimed at developing authentic relationships with our children and young people (aged between12 – 17 years old), you will also have responsibility for making sure our those in our care are safe, providing support, liaison with other external professionals and completion of support documents to record information.

If applying for the Waking Night role, you will have the additional support of an on-call manager should there be any emergencies. Further to this, you will be involved in monthly team meetings and receive monthly one-to-one supervision with your manager. 

Applicants should have 

• Minimum of 1 years’ experience working and supporting Young People in residential, semi-independent, fostering settings or youth work centres, caring for Children and Young People with emotional behavioural difficulties, neurodivergent or SEND, etc. 

• Willingness to achieve the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within 2 years as per Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 (England) 

• Genuine commitment to working with and supporting children and Young People to achieve their full potential; with the ability to build and promote trusted relationships while maintaining professional boundaries. 

• An understanding of the issues facing children and Young People and a basic understanding of safeguarding Regulations and Procedures. 

• The ability to cope effectively with challenging behaviour. 

• Good communication and team working skills. 

• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays, and if applicable, sleep-in’s. 

• Commitment to undertake any mandatory training (outside of working hours) and continuous learning to ensure a high level of service. 

• Creativity, enthusiasm and energy to inspire and encourage young people to achieve their goals. 

What you should expect from us 

• Competitive pay. 

• 4 weeks full induction and training program (paid). 

• Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services, Tailored career development plan through our“St Christopher’s Academy”. 

• Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy. 

• 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. 

• Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme. 

• UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. 

• BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support. 

• Cycle to work scheme. 

• Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK both in store and online. 

• Discretionary funded training programs for you to explore and attain new and relevant skills. 

• Employee awards based on performance and length of service. 

Recruitment Process 

At St Christopher’s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.

Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. CV’s will not be accepted. 

Application Process 

1. Application:Complete our online form and include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification.Please note that applications without supporting statement will not be accepted. 

1. Interview:Shortlisted candidates attend a face-to-face interview at our Putney office. 

1. Second Stage:Successful candidates will visit the home they applied to. 

We advise applying as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 

Important note: 

• This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act ‘occupational requirement’. 

• It is illegal to applyfor any role that involves working with children and young people under the age of 18, if you know you are barred from working with children. 

• All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit aSelf-Declaration and Disclosureform which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked. 

• It is a requirement that practitioners working in Children Homes are qualified with the Diploma 3 in residential childcare within 2 years of starting in the job role. (Children Home Regulations England 2015). St Christopher’s provide access and funding to undertake this qualification. Applicants who have Citizenship or Visa status restrictions that may preclude them from being able to meet the qualification requirement may be considered for other options such as fixed term contracts. Each applicant’s situation will be assessed as part of the recruitment process. 

Deputy Service Manager

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Job Title: Deputy Service Manager 

Location: Romford, please note that this location does not have step free access

Salary: £34,400

Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday on a rota varying between 08:00 - 21:00. You may be required to work outside these hours dependent on service and resident requirements including weekends and bank holidays so flexibility will be required. You will also take part in our out of hours on call service for managers. 

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Deputy Service Manager to join our service based in Romford . Our service is a Independent Approved Premises commissioned by Criminal Justice Service (IAP) based in Havering. You will support residents recently released from prison in a residential setting, helping them reintegrate into the community. In this role, you will support in leading the team by providing overall leadership to the service and line management responsibilities to support, enable, and empower your team to deliver high quality support to our residents. 

You will also support some day-to-day team responsibilities, including providing tailored support directly to residents. As a Manager, you will help drive service outcomes in line with contractual requirements, ensuring quality and consistency within a trauma‑ and psychologically informed environment. You will work collaboratively with the team, wider services, and external partners to ensure the service runs smoothly. We’re looking for a solution‑focused individual with experience in similar service environments, who can create a safe space for individuals to learn and grow, while continuing to embed trauma‑informed and psychologically informed practice that puts people and communities at the forefront. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Line management and leadership, offering guidance and support throughout the employee lifecycle, fostering a supportive leadership culture focused on staff wellbeing, learning, and development
• Encourage productivity, engagement, and wellbeing of the team through regular check-ins, training, meetings, and supervisions.
• Support with day to day tasks within the service such as direct support to residents and supporting the team to deliver the best possible outcomes with their residents.
• Ensure Risk Management processes and policies are followed within the service.
• Property and housing management, ensuring accommodation standards, timely maintenance and reporting.
• Striving to ensure excellence and quality in our service delivery.
• Financial Management of service budget with cost saving mechanisms. 

About You

We're seeking someone who has a genuine passion for making a difference to lives, and helping to create safer communities for all. You will be a proactive leader, with the ability to motivate and empower a team to drive excellence, both as individuals, and as a team, whilst providing practical solutions to challenges which arise. You will experience of direct line management responsibility for the frontline care and support staff at your service. We're looking for someone who can build rapport, trust, and create an environment which allows individuals to grow their skills and experience and develop as individuals. 

What we are looking for:

• Ability to provide high quality support and line management to staff
• Ability to motivate and empower a team to achieve KPI's
• Ability to support the Service Manager and help manage staff with daily tasks, caseloads and overall day to day running of the service
• Ability to provide advice, guidance, and support to the team on all aspects of service delivery including resident related queries
• Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands and needs of the service. For example, Provide an emergency on call service as and when required in case of emergency
• IT proficiency - we use various systems so look for someone who can learn and navigate new systems including case management, Microsoft, ATS, HR systems, and other types of organisational software
• Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency

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

What we Offer

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

About Social Interest Group (SIG)

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

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

Additional Information

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

Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below. 

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

Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.

Deputy Service Manager

When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.

Please note, due to the nature of the service, it is an occupational requirement that the post holder is female and the post is therefore exempt from the provisions of the Equality Act 2010 in terms of Schedule 9, Part 1, and Paragraph 1 of the Act.  

Job Title: Deputy Service Manager (FTC)

Location: West London (This location is hidden due to the sensitive nature of the service) Please note that this service has no step free access.

Salary: £31,000 (Annual Salary)

Shift Pattern: 10 month (Fixed Term Contract) 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday between 09:00 - 17:00. You may be required to work outside these hours dependent on service and resident requirements and you will also be expected to take part in the out of hours on call service.

About the Role

We're hiring a Specialist Women’s Refuge Deputy Service Manager someone who is passionate about supporting women and their children and is committed to their rights and safety. This role offers the opportunity to lead and support a refuge for women and children surviving domestic abuse, many of whom are living with trauma. You'll ensure the team are empowered, with the right tools and resources to deliver a seamless service that supports residents through their healing journey, helping them overcome personal challenges and work towards independence and their goals.

The service spans over 3 buildings and you will help lead a team of support mentors and children and family workers. We’re looking for a solution focused leader who is passionate about the resident group, committed to trauma informed and inclusive practice, and driven to make lasting change. You will ensure full contract and regulatory compliance while leading your team to meet KPIs and service requirements.

Some Key Responsibilities include:

• Line management and leadership, offering guidance and support throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Support the Service Manager in leading the day to day operational delivery of the service.
• Risk Management ownership, ensuring processes and policies are followed.
• Property and housing management, ensuring accommodation standards, timely maintenance and reporting.
• Financial Management, including petty cash and budget management.
• Contract management and Internal auditing, admin, and general other duties as required.
• Striving to ensure excellence and quality in our service delivery.

About You

We're looking for someone who’s driven to provide high quality, person centred support to staff, colleagues, residents and participants, with a passion about supporting women who have faced complex trauma and domestic abuse. You enjoy working as part of a team, communicating well and building professional relationships with people from all backgrounds. You're confident supporting service level enquiries, offering advice on employment matters and resident or participant queries. Most importantly, you're compassionate, supportive and thrive in a fast paced, ever changing environment.

• Due to the nature of the service, it is an occupational requirement that the post holder is female
• Ability to provide high quality support and line management to staff
• Ability to motivate and empower a team to achieve KPI's
• Ability to provide advice, guidance, and support to the team on all aspects of service delivery including resident related queries
• Knowledge of the needs of women experiencing domestic abuse and will have strong leadership and team development skills.
• Understanding and/or experience of working with people of complex backgrounds, ex-offenders, mental health, substance misuse, challenging behaviours
• Willingness and ability to work flexibly to meet service needs
• IT Proficiency, including Microsoft Office, and the ability to navigate and learn new case management systems and other types of organisational software.
• Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency

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

What we Offer

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

About Social Interest Group (SIG)

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

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

Additional Information

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

Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting.

Keychange is a Christian charity with a proud history of supporting people by providing community for over a century. We believe that everyone has dignity and worth, and that people thrive best in communities where they are known, valued and supported. Across our care homes and housing communities, we seek to provide support that goes beyond compliance and is rooted in compassion, excellence and Christian values.

We are now seeking a Digital & Data Transformation Manager to provider leadership for our digital systems, data automation, cybersecurity protocols and AI adoption.

The role

As Digital & Data Transformation Manager you will have an ability to influence in digitisation, data and IT and work cross-organisationally with Care/Housing operations, Finance, HR, suppliers, Trustees and Executive leadership. Our need is to co-create the digital strategy, influence ways of working and problem solve at a practical level. This role will lead and add momentum to the digitisation of Keychange. The process has begun and this role will coordinate and add cultural sensitive impetus to the change.  We want to multiply the gains already made to continue the transformation of the organisation. 

The focus of the role includes:

• Digital and data transformation, including identifying emerging digital technologies that can support or enhance our operations and the development of a digital organisational dashboard
• Digital and data management, including data protection governance, data security and data management
• Operational delivery, including oversight of our outsourced IT contractor and technical management of our intranet development

This is a management role with real impact – both within Keychange and ultimately in the lives of people we support.

 About you

We are looking for a values-led manager who brings:

• Experience in leading the development of digital systems, information governance, cyber-security improvement or digital transformation in a charity, care, housing, education or public sector environment
• Strong supplier-management skills
• Working understanding of cyber-security governance
• Ability to explain technical and governance issues clearly to non-technical and non-IT colleagues
• Ability to work at both management and practical implementation levels

You will be someone who combines strategic digital and data management with high standards of support, and who leads with integrity, humility and purpose.

What we offer

• Flexible hybrid working, generally at least one day in London Central Office, with family friendly working arrangements available
• Employee assistance programme (EAP) and life insurance
• Contributory pension scheme, up to 5%, with matched employer’s contribution up to 5%
• Enhanced sick pay for up to four weeks, in accordance with our sickness procedure

Please see the attached job pack for a full job description and person specification, and more information about how to apply. Please note that we reserve the right to close applications early, so we recommend that you apply at your earliest opportunity. This job advert will close on 6 September 2026. In-person interviews will take place on 17 September 2026.

All applicants need to be able to evidence the right to work in the UK. At this time we are not able to offer sponsorship for this position.

We have a fantastic opportunity to join St Christopher's fellowship as a Home Manager for our children’s home in South West London. You will lead and support a professional team of staff committed to transforming young lives and creating positive outcomes. You will be supported by Deputy Managers, Team Leaders as well as the rest of the team.

About Us

Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future.

St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK.  We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do.  We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home.

We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong.  We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities

 About the Role

We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do and as the Home Manager; you will be a key player in building and extending this commitment.

You will lead and support a team: Deputy Managers, Team Leaders and Residential Workers and all committed to transforming lives and creating positive outcomes.

In addition we have an in house team of Therapists providing support to staff and young people within the home.

St Christopher’s Academy

Our 'St Christopher’s Academy' ensures our staff is continually developing. We will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. If you want to learn more about St Christopher’s Academy, please visit our website.

The successful candidate will have

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and, be either working towards or has achieved the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare.
• Prior experience in residential children’s homes, including at least a year with staff supervision and management responsibility.
• A passion for achieving the best possible outcomes for young people.
• Excellent leadership and staff management abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to deliver at least ‘good’ in the home’s Ofsted inspection.
• Sound business awareness and a flair for promoting the service.
• Flexibility, drive and resilience.

This role will involve some shift work plus some on call duties in the evening and at weekends. Applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS (police) checks.

In return we offer:

• Competitive salary.
• A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
• 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
• Industry Leading training programme including Young People’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health, Social Pedagogy.
• Contributory pension scheme, Enhanced Maternity and Company Sick Scheme.
• UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary.
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
• Interest-free season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme, childcare vouchers.
• Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
• Discretionary funded training programs.
• Employee Awards based on performance and length of service.
• Fantastic opportunities to develop your career through our newly launched “St Christopher’s Academy”

Recruitment Process

At St Christopher’s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.

Applicants will ideally already be on the DBS Update Service; if this is not the case St Christopher's will carry out a DBS (police) check prior to starting.

Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. CV’s will not be accepted.

For the full Job Description and Person Specification, please visit our website.

For assistance during the application process, please contact us via our website

This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act ‘occupational requirement’.

It is illegal to apply for any role that involves working with children and young people under the age of 18, if you know you are barred from working with children.

All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked.

Admissions Coordinator

Yeldall Manor, Christian Residential Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Programme

At Yeldall Manor, we have been helping men overcome drug and alcohol addiction for 50 years through our residential rehabilitation programme and Christian recovery community. We believe that lasting recovery is possible and are committed to supporting individuals to rebuild their lives, restore relationships and develop a renewed sense of purpose.

We are looking for a commited Christian to join our Recovery Coordination Team as an organised and proactive Admissions Coordinator. As the first point of contact for prospective residents, commissioners, families and referring agencies, you will play a vital role in ensuring that individuals receive a professional, welcoming and supportive experience from their first enquiry through to admission.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with excellent communication and organisational skills, experience working with vulnerable adults or within health and social care settings, and a passion for helping people begin their recovery journey.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days after 3 years' service
• Company pension
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Death in service benefit
• Meals provided whilst on site

What will you do?

• Manage enquiries from prospective residents, families, commissioners, healthcare professionals and referral agencies.
• Line manage admissions officers 
• Coordinate the admissions process from initial enquiry through assessment and admission.
• Conduct and arrange admissions interviews, both in person and remotely.
• Review referrals, risk assessments, professional reports and supporting information.
• Assess suitability of applicants against programme criteria and make recommendations regarding admission.
• Maintain regular communication with applicants, referrers and commissioners throughout the admissions journey.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with local authorities, probation services, healthcare professionals and partner organisations.
• Coordinate admission arrangements, funding approvals and placement planning.
• Maintain accurate admissions records, databases and documentation.
• Produce admissions, occupancy and referral reports as required.
• Support the promotion of Yeldall Manor's services through networking, stakeholder engagement and partnership development.
• Assist with resident collections from approved locations where required, including detox units, prisons and transport hubs.

What are we looking for?

• Experience working within health, social care, addiction recovery, rehabilitation, housing or related services.
• Strong administration, organisation and record-keeping skills.
• Experience of handling referrals, applications, assessments or admissions processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Demonstrated commitment to the Christian faith, ability to encourage others in their faith and able to support the Yeldall Basis of Faith, Ethos Statement and values
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and databases.
• Understanding of safeguarding, professional boundaries and risk management.
• Knowledge of addiction, recovery and rehabilitation services.
• A compassionate, professional and person-centred approach.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally.

About You

You will be someone who thrives on supporting people at critical points in their lives. You will be highly organised, able to manage competing priorities, and confident communicating with professionals, commissioners, families and prospective residents.

Most importantly, you will be committed to helping individuals take the first steps towards recovery while ensuring every applicant is treated with dignity, respect and compassion. We welcome applications from people in recovery; however, due to the nature of the role and the support provided to residents, a minimum of two years' sustained recovery (clean time) is required.

As a Christian charity, we bring our faith to the work we do and the men we work with, so you will be someone with a deep-rooted Christian faith, able to inspire others in their own faith journeys, seeking the guidance of the Holy Spirit in all key decisions. Schedule 9, Part 1:3(a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata where applicable), increasing to 30 days after three years' continuous service.
• Pension scheme in line with auto-enrolment legislation.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential support and counselling.
• Death in service life insurance.
• Meals provided whilst on site.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive supervision and annual appraisal process.
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of people affected by addiction.

Our Christian Ethos

Yeldall Manor is a Christian faith-based charity and recovery community. We welcome applications from people who are committed to our Christian ethos and values and who are willing to actively contribute to the Christian life of the organisation.

Safeguarding

Yeldall Manor is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check due to the nature of the role

About Yeldall Manor

For five decades, Yeldall Manor has supported men seeking freedom from addiction through a structured residential rehabilitation programme, therapeutic support, work-based activities and Christian community life. We are passionate about seeing lives transformed and are looking for people who share our commitment to recovery, compassion and hope.

Salary: £43,000 per annum

Permanent Contract

Full time 40 hours per week

Shift work including evenings, weekends and bank holidays

Location: South West London, Balham

We have a fantastic development opportunity to join our Children’s Homes in South West London. We are looking for candidates with the aspiration to develop their careers with us and become Registered Managers through our Leadership Passport and Management Training offer.

Starting salary of £43,000 as Deputy Manager, and up to £65,000 as Registered Manager.

We are proud that 80% of our Registered Managers are internal promotions. Take your career to next level with our comprehensive in-house training and funded Level 5 qualifications.

About Us

Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future.

St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK.  We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do.  We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home.

We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong.  We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities.

St Christopher’s Academy

When you join St Christopher’s, we will set you up in your career with a tailored development plan. Whether you want to move across to a different service, become a Manager or just explore further your current role, we will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. If you want to learn more about St Christopher’s Academy, please visit our website.

Please visit our website to check out our staff stories to see how you can develop your career with us

The successful candidate will have:

• Two years’ recent experience of working with children/young people who are at risk in a residential or community based setting.
• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent; and a commitment to complete Level 5 diploma in Leadership and Management in residential care within 2 years of starting.
• Ability to develop appropriate one-to-one relationships with young people and employ mentoring skills that empower young people to achieve their goals.
• Numeracy skills to manage budgets efficiently and contribute to the budgetary process.
• An understanding of the regulatory framework relevant to the provision of residential services for children and young people.
• Awareness of issues facing young people such as bullying, gangs and exploitation and how these impact on behaviour.
• Ability to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays and undertake sleep-ins.
• Ability and willingness to be part of an on call rota overseeing multiple Homes.

About the Role

As Deputy Manager, you will lead and support a professional team of staff committed to transforming young lives and creating positive outcomes. You will be supported by a Registered Manager, Team Leaders, and the team of residential staff.

Key aspect of the role:

• To assist the manager in safeguarding and ensuring every child and young person receives high quality care as measured by Ofsted in the social care common inspection framework.
• To assist the manager in the management of the home, including the staff, external relationships, the budget, the resources and fabric of the building.

In return we offer:

• Starting salary of £43,000 per annum.
• Real opportunities to develop your career and become a Registered Manager.
• A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
• 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
• Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy.
• Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme.
• UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary.
• BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
• Discretionary funded training programs.
• Employee awards based on performance and length of service.
• Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services.

Recruitment Process

At St Christopher’s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.

Applicants will ideally already be on the DBS Update Service; if this is not the case St Christopher's will carry out a DBS (police) check prior to starting.

Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. For the full Job Description and Person Specification please visit our website. CV’s will not be accepted.

For more information or assistance during the application process, please contact us via our website.

This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act ‘occupational requirement’.

It is illegal to apply for any role that involves working with children and young people under the age of 18, if you know you are barred from working with children.

All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked.

• Title: Delivery Manager (South)
• Location: Remote with regular travel (This is a home-based role with regular regional travel.  Candidates based in London or South Wales are particularly encouraged to apply, as these areas currently  have the highest concentration of GFS groups and delivery activity.) 
• Contract: Permanent 
• Hours: 35 hours per week
• Salary: £42,500 per annum
• Holidays: 25 days per annum and bank holidays
• Reporting to: Head of Delivery
• Responsible for: Group Coordinators, School and Group Coordinators and Lead Group Volunteers
• Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday 16th August 2026

About GFS

Established in 1875, GFS is one of the oldest UK registered charities working to support girls and 
young women. We believe in challenging gender inequality by empowering girls and young 
women. We achieve this by providing groups where girls and young women build friendships, 
gain confidence, and learn that they are unstoppable.

We create a programme of activities designed to develop confidence, self-esteem, emotional 
wellbeing, and resilience, and recruit and train women volunteers to run those activities in a 
single gender space. We prioritise working in areas of disadvantage. 

About the job 

As Head of Delivery (South) at GFS, you will play a key role in maintaining the smooth running of 
programmes, supporting impact measurement, and helping to promote GFS locally and 
regionally. 

Full information about the role, person specification, and application process can be found in the JDPS and Job Pack.

How to apply? 

To apply for a role at GFS, please submit the following: 

• An anonymised CV (please remove your name, contact details, and any other personal  identifying information). 
• An anonymised Application Form (please remove your name and any other personal identifying information). 
• Diversity Monitoring Form (optional)
• When submitting your application, please include your full name, contact details and location in the body of your email, rather than within the anonymised documents. 
• Please send these documents to our recruitment team - email found in the JDPS doc. 
• Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday 16th August 2026.

If you require any adjustments to support your application or the interview process, please let us
know — we’re very happy to help

We're looking for a proactive, customer-focused and solution-oriented Assistant Project Manager to join our Property Business Manager team located at our Head Office in Islington

£40,000.00 per annum, working 35 hours per week.

Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here.

Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
Our benefits include:
* Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
* A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x Pensionable Salary (T&Cs apply)
* Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
* Fully paid induction programme and further training
* ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
* Online wellbeing resources
* Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution
* Free DBS (take this out if BSW advert)
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

What you'll do:

Operational
* Support the delivery of planned, cyclical and sustainability projects from inception to completion, including programme planning, site inspections, stakeholder engagement and project reporting.
* Monitor project progress, defects and remedial actions, escalating issues to Project Managers as appropriate.
* Maintain accurate property, project and compliance records, ensuring servicing information and certification remain up to date.
* Support the maintenance of Asprey and associated asset management systems, including the validation of stock condition, survey, compliance and completed works data.
* Work alongside Surveyors and Asset Management colleagues to support property inspections, data assurance, investment planning and regulatory reporting.
* Assist in the preparation of asset performance information, stock condition analysis and investment recommendations.

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead

About you:
* Proactive, motivated and eager to learn.
* Customer-focused and willing to take initiative when challenges arise.
* Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
* Able to manage competing priorities and work to agreed deadlines.

What you'll bring:

Essential:
* Evidence of project management, construction, property or related experience.
* Understanding of the Decent Homes Standard and residential property maintenance requirements.
* Experience of working with asset management systems, databases or property records.
* Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.

Desirable:
* Professional qualification or working towards a qualification in Project Management, Building Surveying or a related discipline.
* Experience of working in housing, care and support, or property environments.
* Experience of working with schedules of rates, specifications or tender documentation.
* Understanding of landlord compliance, repairs, maintenance and asset management principles.
* Understanding of stock condition data, lifecycle planning and planned investment programmes.
* Experience of using Asprey or a similar asset management system.

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
* We focus on Excellence and innovation.
* We are Caring and Compassionate.
* We are Inclusive and Trusted.
* We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

Please see ful Job description on our website

Context

Childhood First enables children and young people to recover from early life abuse and relational trauma, enjoy life and achieve their potential. We do this through the provision of specialist therapeutic residential care and treatment, together with family and network support.

We are also a UKCP Training Organisational Member accredited with Middlesex University, providing in-house clinical training to our clinical staff.

The HR Assistant will join our supportive HR team and provide efficient, proactive administrative support across a broad range of HR processes and activities within Childhood First.

Purpose

Reporting to the Head of HR, the HR Assistant will provide dependable administrative and operational support across the employee lifecycle, helping the HR team deliver an efficient, responsive and compliant service to colleagues across Childhood First.

The role will help ensure candidates and employees receive a professional and well-organised HR service, while supporting the effective operation of the wider HR function.

What you’ll bring to the role

• • Organised and systematic approach to work with excellent attention to detail.
  • Ability to collaborate with colleagues across a complex multi-stakeholder environment.
  • Experience of working within an office environment dealing with confidential information.
  • Ability to work flexibly across a range of responsibilities whilst supporting other members of the team.
  • An understanding of the importance of HR compliance, safer recruitment and the accurate handling of confidential pre-employment information.

Task

• • Support recruitment and onboarding activity, including posting vacancies, communicating with recruiting managers and candidates, completing pre-employment checks and supporting the onboarding of successful applicants.
  • Coordinate and track pre-employment compliance checks, including DBS checks, right to work verification, references and other required vetting, ensuring evidence is complete, records are accurate and any issues are escalated appropriately in line with safer recruitment requirements.
  • Update, maintain and audit the HR database and confidential people records, ensuring information is accurate, up to date and handled in accordance with GDPR requirements.
  • Support the day-to-day administration of the HR function, including managing HR inbox enquiries, maintaining key HR dates and deadlines, and producing regular people reports.
  • Liaise with external HR service providers, including payroll and pension providers, HR software suppliers and recruitment agencies, as required.
  • Take minutes and actions from meetings where required and contribute to improvements in HR processes and wider HR projects.

What we’ll do for you

• • 25 days’ annual leave plus public holidays.
  • Healthcare benefits and life assurance.
  • Up to 6% employer pension contribution.
  • Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
  • Relocation package and recruitment referral scheme.
  • The opportunity to join a committed and supportive team working to improve outcomes for children and young people.

To Apply: Please follow the link below to access our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), where you can submit your application. You will be asked to provide your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Closing date: Friday 28 August 2026

Interviews: W/C 31 August. Exact date to be confirmed

Any offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks, including right to work verification, background vetting, a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (which may include overseas checks), verification of qualifications, receipt of satisfactory professional references, and medical clearance.

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week (shift work including weekends and bank holidays and occasional sleep-ins); work between 8 am and 10:30 pm 

Salary: £26,437 rising to £27,929 after completing mandatory training and probation

Additional Benefits:

• £50 per sleep-in
• Time-and-a-half pay for overtime (over 40 hours per week) and bank holidays
• Two weekends off per month
• 4 weeks full paid induction and further training provided 
• Excellent therapeutic support and career progression 

Location: Balham, SW12 or Ealing, W13 

If you’re looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career in Children’s Social Care where no two days are the same, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. All you need is a genuine passion for making a difference — we’ll provide full training and ongoing support to help you thrive, even if you don’t have prior care experience. 

About the Role 

As a Trainee Practitioner- Children Residential Worker, you’ll support children and young people aged 12–17 who are building resilience after experiencing adversity. You’ll help them develop key life skills, build trust, and create a safe, supportive environment where they can thrive. You’ll also have the chance to take part in fun activities and positive experiences with them. 

All we ask for is a genuine passion for making a difference. No previous care experience is needed — we provide full training and support, including professional qualifications through St Christopher’s Academy Entry Pathway. 

St Christopher’s Academy 

At St Christopher’s, we offer more than a care job— we offer a real career pathway. You’ll have the chance to build your skills, grow your knowledge, and make a lasting difference to young people’s lives. 

When you join us, you’ll receive a tailored development plan designed around your goals. Whether you want to move into a different service, progress into a leadership role, or just explore further your current role, we’ll support you every step of the way. If you want to learn more aboutSt Christopher’s Academy, please clickhere 

Our development programme, St Christopher’s Academy, is built to help you reach your full potential — and the results speak for themselves: 
84% of our Team Leaders, Deputies, and Managers are promoted internally. 

Training 

Starting a career in Children’s Social Care comes with a lot to learn, which is why we provide a 4-week fully paid induction and training programme to make sure you feel supported and confident in your new role. 

Working Hours 

Our children and young people need support around the clock so our homes run 24/7 and we operate on fixed rotas with a variety of shift patterns. 

As a Trainee Practitioner, you’ll work day shifts between 8am and 10pm, with 8, 10 or 12-hour shifts available. You’ll usually work an average of 40 hours per week, including weekends and bank holidays. 

For example, if you work four 10-hour shifts, you’ll then have three days off. Overtime is available and paid at time and a half, including bank holidays. 

At our Ealing home, you’ll be required to complete an average of 2 sleep-ins per week, paid at £50 each. 

Location 

We have Children’s Homes based inBalham and Ealing. During your interview process, you’ll have the opportunity to let us know yourpreferred location, and we’ll do our best to match you with a home that suits your preference and availability. 

What you need to bring to this role 

• Ability to build genuine, trusting relationships with children and young people. 

• Resilience to manage challenging behaviour and complex situations. 

• Strong teamworking skills and willingness to support colleagues. 

• Empathy, while always maintaining professional boundaries. 

• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays, and occasional sleep-ins 

What you should expect from us 

• Competitive salary. 

• 4 weeks full induction and training program (paid). 

• Competitive pay and reward structure offering salary progression based on performance. 

• Tailored career development plan through our“St Christopher’s Academy”. 

• A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture. 

• 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. 

• Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy. 

• Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme. 

• UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. 

• BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support. 

• Cycle to work scheme. 

• Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK. 

• Discretionary funded training programs. 

• Employee awards based on performance and length of service. 

• Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services. 

About Us 

Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future. 

St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people.We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home. 

We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities. 

Recruitment Process 

At St Christopher’s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. 

1. Application:Complete our online form and include a mandatory supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification.Please note that applications without Personal Statement will not be accepted. CV will not be accepted. 

2. Interview:Shortlisted candidates attend a face-to-face interview at our Putney office. 

3. Second Stage:Successful candidates will visit the home they applied to. 

Please applyas soon as possible, as we review applications on arolling basis. 

Important notes: 

• This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act ‘occupational requirement’. 

• It is illegal to applyfor any role that involves working with children and young people under the age of 18, if you know you are barred from working with children. 

• All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit aSelf-Declaration and Disclosureform which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked. 

• It is a requirement that practitioners working in Children Homes are qualified with the Diploma 3 in residential childcare within 2 years of starting in the job role. (Children Home Regulations England 2015). St Christopher’s provide access and funding to undertake this qualification. Applicants who have Citizenship or Visa status restrictions that may preclude them from being able to meet the qualification requirement may be considered for other options such as fixed term contracts. Each applicant’s situation will be assessed as part of the recruitment process.