Self advocacy group supporter jobs in stoke newington, greater london
Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. In 2024 we embarked on our new 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
Job title: Internally this role is known as Partnership Development Lead (New Business)
Location: Based in London, E1. This is a hybrid role with homeworking available in line with Crisis’ Hybrid Working Policy. There is an expectation to be in the office one day a week. There will need to be flexibility to travel to meet with key prospects.
Contract: 12-month fixed term contract, parental leave cover
About the role:
At Crisis, we’re on a mission to end homelessness. We want to work with more businesses who can help make this happen. This is an important leadership role within Corporate Partnerships. We’re looking for someone to lead our new partnerships team to identify, cultivate and secure new high-value corporate partnerships, achieving income targets in-year and into the future. We’ve got big ambitions for income growth; we’re looking for someone to join us on this exciting journey to end homelessness.
You’ll be responsible for collaborating across Crisis to help build and convert our high-value pipeline. We’ve got big, bold ambitions for income growth in corporate partnerships. We’re looking for someone who is a self-starter, who isn’t afraid to try new things, take risks and be entrepreneurial, as well as having a proven track record of winning big. Being equitable is important to us; this role will be essential in helping to win new corporate partnerships that help us advocate for others and challenge injustice.
About you:
- You know how to win big, bold high six-seven figure commercial, brand and strategic partnerships that deliver income and awareness, and you can lead others to do the same.
- You’ve developed winning sector and team strategies, as well as a high-value pipeline of diverse corporate opportunities.
- You’ve got experience of developing compelling propositions for a wide range of corporate prospects, working with others across the organisation to build these.
- You know what a fantastic opportunity looks like across a range of types of corporate partnership; you can accurately value these and know what to prioritise.
- You’re a brilliant leader. You can build strong relationships with people inside and outside of your organisation, and you can inspire and motivate your team to achieve success.
Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
- Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
- 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
- Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm
- Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly and more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How do I apply?
Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Thursday 29 May 2025 23:55
Interview date and location:
- First interviews will be held online via MS Teams on Tuesday 10 and Wednesday 11 June.
- Second interviews will be Tuesday 17 June, ideally in person.
Interview process: The first interview will include a range of competency-based questions. There will be a presentation task in the second interview, which will be in person.
Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology for my application?
We strongly discourage applicants from using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. This is so we can run a fair, transparent process which gives all applicants an equitable chance of success. We want to hear about your own experience and perspectives in your application and if shortlisted, during the interview too.
Accessibility
We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help.
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Main Roles
- To provide advice and casework at OISC/ IAA Level 2 on immigration, nationality and asylum law.
- To provide supervision to Immigration Volunteers
Specific Duties
- Manage a complex caseload across the field of immigration, nationality and asylum law.
- Adhere to casework procedures as outlined in LRMN’s policies, the IAA standards and the Advice Quality Standards (AQS).
- Interview and advise clients regarding immigration and asylum law procedure, and practice in a sensitive and professional manner.
- Maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in line with IAA registration or similar professional body, e.g SRA.
- Keep up to date at all times with changes in the law by reading and attending training events relating to asylum and immigration.
- To maintain accurate and detailed case records of clients for the purpose of continuity of casework, information retrieval and statistical monitoring, using Advice Pro as appropriate and as required by management.
- Advocate on behalf of clients by telephone, letter and email with appropriate agencies.
- Produce reports to meet funder’s and LRMN requirements.
- Work closely with the Immigration Manager and/or external evaluator in gathering data and information to produce accurate monitoring and evaluation reports.
- To assist the LRMN in liaising with its partners, funders and to provide statistical information and updates as required.
- Work closely with the Immigration Manager in reviewing files and ensure that corrective actions are undertaken.
- Provide regular supervision to Immigration volunteers.
- Allocate immigration tasks appropriate volunteers’ knowledge and skills.
- Keep records of supervision meetings with immigration volunteers.
Other Duties
- To participate in LRMN staff meetings, maintaining a high level of professionalism and contributing skills and knowledge towards best practice for the organisation.
- To develop partnerships and attend external meetings relevant to the work of information and advice in general and immigration in particular.
- To attend supervision and appraisal meetings and other relevant activities.
- To be administratively self-servicing.
- To participate in LRMN staff meetings, maintaining a high level of professionalism and contributing skills and knowledge towards best practice for the organisation.
- Work flexibly as agreed to meet the demands of the service – this may involve weekend and outreach work.
- Maintain confidentiality in all matters relating to the work of the organisation.
- Comply with LRMN’s policies and procedures.
- Positively promote LRMN and its work
- Undertake any other work as may be reasonably requested.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Rural Community Manager
An exciting opportunity for a dynamic, community-driven Rural Manager to lead rural development across Hertfordshire and help shape the future of sustainable countryside living.
Position: Rural Manager
Location: Hybrid, home-based with one day a week in the Hertford office.
Salary: £32,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours/week which may include some evening or weekend work as we operate a flexible working system.
Contract Type: Fixed term until 31 March 2026 (with strong potential for extension)
Closing Date: Wednesday 11th June 2025 at 11.59pm
About the role:
As Rural Manager, you’ll lead a range of community-led projects that strengthen Hertfordshire’s rural infrastructure and support sustainable living. You'll be the key voice for rural communities, working directly with residents, local councils, and statutory partners to drive forward initiatives from concept to delivery and long-term sustainability.
Your work will span everything from facilitating rural housing projects to conducting Asset Based Community Development mapping, and from advising parish councils to managing grant applications and training sessions. This is a hands-on role with a meaningful legacy. Act as the voice of Rural Hertfordshire to statutory bodies, guiding policy decisions to incorporate and consider the unique needs of rural communities.
About you:
You’ll be a self-starter with a passion for rural life and community development. You will also bring:
- Experience in rural community work or development.
- A successful track record in partnership building and multi-agency collaboration.
- Experience with funding applications and project delivery.
- Excellent communication skills and a proactive, strategic mindset.
- A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
- Level 3 qualifications including A-levels or international Baccalaureate diploma, Level 3 NVQ, Level 3 National Diploma or Certificate, Advanced Apprenticeship or equivalent experience in a relevant field would be desirable.
- Knowledge of rural policy, asset-based community development, and digital communications would also be desirable.
About the organisation:
Our client is a respected community development organisation working to foster vibrant, inclusive, and resilient rural communities. This is a rare opportunity to make a tangible impact on people’s lives and ensure the unique voices of Hertfordshire’s rural populations are heard and acted upon. Based in Hertfordshire where they have helped communities and delivered projects and services for over 50 years to help improve life for both rural and urban Hertfordshire.
As the Rural Community Charity for Hertfordshire they work to raise awareness of the needs of rural communities, farmers and businesses. Bringing together people and communities, champion the disadvantaged and provide advocacy for minorities and excluded groups.
This is a great opportunity to shape a role going forward.
Other roles you may have experience of could include:
Community Development Officer, Rural Affairs Officer, Community Engagement Manager, Project Manager (Rural Development), Strategic Partnerships Manager, or similar.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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Salary range £27,000 – £30,000 per annum | 35 hours per week (Full-time) | Fixed term contract to March 2026 with possibility of extension
Hybrid work model involving home and weekly office-based working in Bethnal Green
Do you want to be at the forefront of national reforms improving access to justice for sexual violence survivors?
Women and Girls Network (WGN) and Centre for Women’s Justice (CWJ) are seeking a committed paralegal with feminist values to join its Legal team and play a part in this ground-breaking new work.
The successful applicant will work as part of WGN, supporting survivors of sexual violence to access high quality legal advice relating to their rights as survivors of sexual violence within the criminal justice system.
About the role
We are seeking a motivated and empathetic Sexual Violence Paralegal to join our Sexual Violence Legal team and support the delivery of our pioneering Sexual Violence Legal Pilot. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, survivor-centred legal service committed to improving access to justice for those affected by sexual violence.
As a key member of the legal team, you will assist lawyers with casework, support client care, and ensure the smooth operation of our legal advice service. Your role will be integral to ensuring survivors receive high-quality, compassionate, and informed legal support.
About you
You are highly organised, detail-oriented, and committed to working in a trauma-informed, survivor-focused manner. You bring a strong interest in legal issues affecting survivors of sexual violence and are eager to learn and contribute meaningfully to the work of the team. Experience working in a legal or support services setting is desirable.
About us
Women and Girls Network (WGN) was established in 1987 and has spent over 30 years supporting women and girls across London affected by gendered violence. This includes childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, rape, prostitution (including trafficking and sexual exploitation), female genital mutilation (FGM), and so-called ‘honour’ based crimes such as forced marriage. Our goal is to promote, preserve, and restore the mental health and wellbeing of women and girls, to empower them to make a total and sustainable recovery from the experiences of violence.
The Centre for Women’s Justice (CWJ) aims to help women and girls who are subject to male violence get better access to legal remedies to defend and enhance their rights; CWJ’s mission is to hold the state to account and challenge discrimination in the justice system around male violence against women and girls.
How to apply
Please visit our website for more information and to download an application form. Completed application forms and equal opportunities monitoring forms should be submitted by 9am on Tuesday 27th May 2025.
Interview details
Interviews are expected to take place on 17th June 2025, however, please note that dates may be subject to change.
Further information
We welcome and encourage applications from women of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Ethnic communities.
WGN’s employee benefits include: 3% pension contribution, enhanced leave entitlement and an Employee Assistance Programme, as well as the opportunity to work with a leading multi-cultural, women-led feminist charity.
This post is subject to satisfactory references, DBS check, and social media check.
WGN is an equal opportunities employer.
The above post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1
Registered Charity
51 - 100
We promote social change that transforms societal attitudes, practices, and policies to prevent and eliminate violence against women and girls.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Fundraising and Development Manager
We are seeking a proactive and strategic fundraiser to lead income generation and drive real impact for the UK’s national trails.
Position: Fundraising and Development Manager
Salary: £38,000 per annum
Location: Remote (some UK travel required)
Hours: Full time
Contract: 2-year fixed term
Benefits: 25 days holiday per year
Closing Date: Midnight, Thursday 23rd May 2025
Interviews: First round online – 29th May 2025
About the Role
As Fundraising and Development Manager you’ll take the lead on building meaningful relationships with funders and corporate partners, managing grant applications from research to reporting, and developing the fundraising strategy in alignment with organisational goals.
As the sole fundraiser in a small, passionate team, this is a unique opportunity to shape a growing charity’s income generation strategy while championing access to the UK’s finest outdoor spaces.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Manage and grow relationships with trusts, grant-makers and corporate sponsors.
- Research new funding opportunities and develop compelling applications, including budgets and case studies.
- Develop the charity’s corporate membership offering and lead strategic partnerships.
- Support member organisations with funding opportunities and coordinate a Fundraising Special Interest Group.
- Maintain and develop the CRM system (Beacon) in line with fundraising best practice and GDPR.
- Monitor fundraising KPIs and contribute to annual budgets and business planning.
- Ensure fundraising is ethical, inclusive and legally compliant.
About You
You will be a self-starting, results-driven fundraiser who is comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a small team. You’ll thrive in a dynamic environment and are motivated by the opportunity to help shape an organisation's future.
You will bring:
- A strong track record in securing grants and building corporate partnerships
- Excellent relationship-building skills and donor stewardship expertise
- Strong bid-writing and budget development abilities
- Familiarity with charity CRMs and fundraising compliance
- A creative, adaptable and conscientious approach to fundraising
- Passion for the outdoors and equitable access to nature
Desirable:
- Experience working with membership organisations or infrastructure charities
- Knowledge of government funding and outdoor, heritage or tourism sectors
About the Organisation
The charity is the independent champion of the UK’s National Trails – iconic long-distance walking, cycling and riding routes. Connecting people to nature and the outdoors while advocating for accessible, sustainable trail experiences. Since their formation in 2021, they’ve grown quickly with an ambitious vision for a vibrant, nature-rich trail network used and valued by all.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Fundraising Manager, Partnerships Manager, Grants Manager, Development Manager, Philanthropy Manager, Income Generation Manager, Corporate Fundraising Lead, Major Donor Officer, Corporate Development Officer, Corporate Fundraising Manager, etc.
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Job Title: Refuge Worker
Location: This is an on-site role, located within the London Borough of Hillingdon, there may be a requirement to occasionally work in the London Borough of Hounslow.
Salary: £28,857.12 per annum, including London weighting allowance if applicable
Contract type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
We want kind and empathic people to work at Refuge, who believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion, are experts in their area of knowledge, want to make a positive difference and improve the lives of the women and children we support.
This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Refuge Worker to provide high quality practical and emotional support to survivors of domestic violence and their children living in our refuges.
The post holder will provide high quality practical and emotional support to survivors of domestic violence and their children living in our refuges. This includes safety planning and enabling women to access housing, welfare, benefits, and legal advice. A key requirement is to provide personal welfare support and to ensure that women are provided with a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment in accordance with Refuge’s philosophical principles.
As part of this role, you will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on call rota.
Please note that this post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
Closing Date: 09:00am 30 May 2025
Interview dates: 6, 9 and 10 June 2025
Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services, and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development.
Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Receptionists Job Share £27,500 FTE (based on-site in Croydon – one role is 26.25 hours per week – from 8.45am to 2pm Monday to Friday; second role is 30.5 hours per week, 1.45pm to 7pm on Monday to Thursday, 1.45pm to 6pm on Fridays). Extra hours available for holiday cover. One year fixed term contract.
Rape Crisis South London is looking for experienced and empathetic receptionists to job share.
As a receptionist for the charity, you will contribute to the effective running of the organisation by managing the reception function on a day-to-day basis, making clients and other visitors feel welcome and safe as they arrive at our building.
Responsible to the office and facilities manager, you will play a critical role in delivering a smooth and supportive client experience.
The post is open to female applicants only as the role is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
RASASC is an equal opportunities employer, and we are particularly keen to receive applications from women underrepresented in leadership roles in the violence against women and girls movement.
Closing date: 11 May 2025 – we will be reviewing applications as we go so may close earlier if we recruit before the closing date.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
Specialist South London support for women and girls who have experienced rape and/or childhood sexual abuse.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The National Youth Agency is looking for a new Administrator to join our Core Operations Team.
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time - 37 hours per week
Salary: £25,000 per annum
Remote: This role is homebased with occasional travel for staff residentials and other events. Ideally the post-holder will live in commutable distance to our office in Leicester.
What we do
As the national body for youth work, the NYA has a dual function. We are the professional statutory and regulatory body (PSRB) responsible for qualifications, quality standards, and safeguarding for youth work and services in England. In line with our charity mission and aims, we also champion youth work through research, advocacy, campaigns, and programmes.
We work in partnership and believe in collaborative leadership, listening to youth workers and the youth work sector so that we can understand their needs and respond to the challenges they face. We are ambitious for youth work and for young people and integrate youth voice and influence across our work
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced administrator to support the smooth running of our charitable work through a range of administrative tasks. You will join a committed, lively team working together to transform the lives of young people through the power of youth work.
This role will be responsible for providing an efficient and effective, day to day, administrative support function for the wider organisation.
We are looking for a friendly, professional, and enthusiastic individual with a broad set of administrative skills who can deliver an extremely high level of customer service to our stakeholders and colleagues. The role is extremely varied and an ability to multitask is essential.
This role would suit someone who is confident, flexible and has great communication and organisational skills.
We need a self-starter who enjoys a challenge, can hit the ground running and is able to work remotely. A key person in the office, you will help support the work of other team members and become a valuable asset to the charity.
Key responsibilities for this role will include:
- Co-ordination and arrangement of meetings and events.
- Acting as the point of contact for internal and external stakeholders ensuring all telephone and email enquiries are dealt with effectively and in a timely manner.
- Finance administration; supporting with processing expenses and the reconciliation of credit card payments.
- Create, maintain and update confidential records.
- Preparing reports, documents and presentations for internal and external meetings.
- Support meetings including providing agendas, minutes and briefing documents.
- Booking travel, accommodation and venues.
- Performing data entry tasks.
- Any other duties that may reasonably be required of the role.
Please refer to our Candidate Pack for more information on the role and the requirements.
Why Work for NYA?
- NYA operates as a people-first organisation, prioritising the well-being and needs of its employees.
- NYA offers an exceptional flexible working approach which encourages our team to balance professional responsibilities with their personal life.
- A remote based team, spread across England, fostering inclusivity and diverse talent. Despite geographical distances between team members, NYA maintains a highly motivated and connected team through the optimisation of digital tools.
- NYA is committed to supporting the continual personal and professional development of our team and helping them achieve their ambitions.
- We provide 25 days leave plus 8 days, life assurance scheme, 5% employer pension contribution and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme via with unlimited specialist support available to all NYA employees.
How to Apply:
Please download our applicant pack to find out more about the role and requirements
To apply, please submit the following via our online application platform by 11:59pm on Friday 13th June 2025:
A detailed CV setting out your career history, with responsibilities and achievements in line with the person specification in the About You section.
A covering letter (maximum two sides) highlighting your suitability for the role and how you meet the requirements in the About You section.
We will request data for our EEDI monitoring purposes, providing this is optional.
Please note: the covering letter is an essential part of the application process and will be assessed as part of your full application. We use AI detector software, so cover letters or CV’s with over 30% AI generated content with be disregarded. We understand that AI tools can offer support to candidates who have learning differences, which is why we will accept applications with some AI assistance. CV’s will not be accepted without a cover letter.
The National Youth Agency is an equal opportunities employer.
At NYA our inclusive culture means that we embrace individual differences and understand that we need a diverse team to achieve our organisations mission.
We wish to recruit candidates from all backgrounds to ensure our team reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from anyone regardless of disability, ethnicity, heritage, gender, sexuality, religion, socio-economic background and political beliefs but we particularly welcome applications from global majority candidates and those from other minoritised ethnic groups in the UK as they are currently underrepresented in our team.
More about us
Discover more about the National Youth Agency and our work on our website.
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