Service manager jobs in south east
WORKING WITH US
The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.
We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.
As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.
To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page.
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ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
Join the Harris Federation as a Primary Operations Manager and lead on statutory compliance across a group of primary academies. This is a key role ensuring excellence in areas such as health & safety, GDPR, safer recruitment, asset management, and funding compliance.
You’ll support and develop academy staff, drive operational improvements, and work closely with central teams to uphold the highest standards. This role is ideal for a proactive, organised leader with a passion for education and operational excellence.
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MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Your responsibilities will include:
- Ensuring that all academies achieve and maintain full compliance when claiming free school meals (FSM) funding
- Ensuring that each academy has the correct time-based evidence related to each free school meal claim
- Developing academy staff to ensure that each academy has sustainable processes and systems regarding FSM claims
- Leading with the central finance team any independent audit on FSM by any external agencies and to ensure that process and procedures are EFA compliant
- Ensuring and approving that each academy has recorded FSM and PP correctly on their termly census return and have the evidence to support the numbers claimed
- Being the lead across the primary academies on any new statutory developments and ensure that schools fully implement any new guidance
For a full job description, please download the Job Pack.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We would like to hear from you if you have:
- At least 5 years’ experience working an office environment
- At least 2 years’ experience of managing a team of staff in a variety of different areas
- Secure knowledge of health and safety legislation
- Secure knowledge of human resources legislation
- Good verbal and written communication skills in order to communicate with a wide variety of stakeholders
For a full job specification please download the Job Pack.
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APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION
If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation.
Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date.
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OUR VISION & VALUES
Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed.
We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that’s why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Safeguarding Notice
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Equal Opportunities
The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.
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WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.
You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
- Annual performance and loyalty bonus
- Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
- 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
- Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
- Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
- Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
- Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
- 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
- Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans
For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.
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You have a good understanding of the harm caused by alcohol and drug use to adults, young people, children, families and society and a sympathetic approach to people who misuse them. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Aquarius as a Support Worker (Community Connector – Assessment and Engagement Team).
Aquarius is a charity that helps people and communities overcome the harm caused by alcohol, drugs and gambling. We are part of ‘One Recovery Buckinghamshire’ (ORB), a partnership between Inclusion (MPFT NHS Trust), Aquarius, and Build on Belief providing support for alcohol and drug issues across Buckinghamshire.
We are looking for three Support Workers (Community Connectors – Assessment and Engagement Team) to join our team. We have three positions available in Aylesbury.
Your challenge? To provide advice, support, advocacy and key work for recovery plans and undertake elements of assessment and case management as directed. And, all the while, we’ll expect you to operate in a way that recognises and values diversity and understands the functional model of substance use, the Recovery Agenda and the problems caused by alcohol and drug misuse.
Preferably with a NVQ 2/3 in Social Care, or willing to attain this, you are used to working to policy and procedural requirements that include child protection, vulnerable adults, confidentiality and health & safety. We’ll also be looking for good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to maintain accurate records and fulfil data requirements. A flexible approach is important too, as is a commitment to taking a client centred approach to providing services and working in a way that recognises and values diversity.
We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience and/or who are from a Black, Asian and those in Minority Ethnic background.
This is a rolling recruitment process. Candidates will be interviewed as and when they are shortlisted.
To apply please submit a CV and supporting statement which should clearly outline your skills and experience.
For details of how to prove your right to work in the UK please visit the government website and please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship.
Aquarius Action Projects is a long established charity (since 1982) based in Birmingham with a national reach of contracts and Partnerships. Aquarius is a subsidiary of Waythrough – a large charity that specialises in mental health, alcohol, drugs and related areas.
To apply please submit a CV and supporting statement which should clearly outline your skills and experience.
For details of how to prove your right to work in the UK please visit the government website and please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship.
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About Kinship
We are Kinship. The leading kinship care charity in England and Wales. We’re here for kinship carers – friends or family who step up to raise a child when their parents aren’t able to.
Together, let’s commit to change for kinship families.
About the role
Funded by the Department for Education, the National Peer Support Service for England is a game-changing service that creates a sustainable and life-changing legacy. It builds on Kinship’s 10 years of experience in developing peer support groups and over two years of delivering a national service that has set up 145 new groups.
This role is community-based and focuses on engaging kinship carers, bringing them together to form peer support groups, and supporting them to achieve independence at which point they will receive ongoing support from our national Hub.
You will do this by working with local authorities, schools, other charities and community groups. Arranging information events such as coffee mornings to engage kinship carers. You’ll create a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive community for kinship carers, building belonging, resilience, and empowerment.
About you
We are seeking a dynamic person located in or close to Greater Manchester, and willing to travel into priority areas across the North West of England who possesses the drive, passion, and skills to:
- Establish new peer support groups across a diverse range of communities
- Supervise a small team of Peer Support Development Officers
- Demonstrate the energy and enthusiasm required to inspire yourself and your team to achieve key targets and objectives
- Work collaboratively within the Peer Support and Community Team, as well as throughout the broader organisation, to ensure the delivery of safe and effective support services for the kinship community
- Support the sustainability of existing Peer Support Groups, taking the lead from the Hub (our network support Team)
- Keep precise records to create reports, extract learning, and share key insights throughout Kinship, enabling the organisation to enhance our services and products continuously
In the role of Senior Peer Support Development Officer, you will be instrumental in ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, consistent, and sustainable peer support service that has a significant impact on the lives of kinship carers.
You should have experience in developing and maintaining meaningful relationships with various community-based stakeholders such as local authorities, health services, schools, charities, and kinship carers. You will need to understand the key success factors involved in establishing and developing new in-person groups in areas of high need, as well as how to support existing groups in their journey toward sustainability.
An essential requirement of the role is to be a driver with access to a vehicle for work purposes.
Essential requirements include:
- Experience of team leadership or line management and supervision of a small team and managing performance to deliver targets effectively.
- Proven experience in reaching and establishing strong relationships with hidden or underserved communities in person.
- Experience developing peer support communities.
- Proven experience of recruiting, managing, training and supporting volunteers in community settings with an emphasis on understanding and working with vulnerable volunteers.
- Proven experience of ensuring outcomes and impacts of services is evidenced through high-quality data collection.
- Evidence of delivering training/support to volunteers,
- Strong facilitation skills and essential experience of peer support or user led groups with charity beneficiaries.
- Understanding of safeguarding particularly around vulnerable families.
What we’ll offer you
Kinship offers 30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) as well as a generous pension scheme. We have an excellent wellbeing offer including the Employee Assistance Programme and clinical supervision. We will invest in your professional development with training and career development opportunities.
Kinship is committed to championing equality, diversity and inclusion. We believe our work is greatly enhanced by the varied backgrounds, experiences and views represented within our teams. We aim to create inclusive teams, celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be their true self at work. We therefore encourage applications from anyone who fits our values, whatever their religion or belief, sex, gender identity, race, age, sexuality or disability and are actively seeking candidates that can bring real innovation and commitment to us.
This is a fantastic time to join a supportive and well-established team within an organisation with rapid growth ambitions. This role will be what you make it and we’re looking for someone to seize this opportunity!
How to apply
Please apply via Charity Job with your CV and a cover letter of no more than 2 pages for the attention of Deborah Fox. Please include your notice period and earliest availability to start in your cover letter.
- Application deadline: 11.59pm, Thursday 26 June 2025
- First interview: We will hold ongoing online first-round interviews as we receive applications. Final interviews will be held face-to-face in Manchester on Thursday 3 July 2025
Kinship reserves the right to close applications early on receipt of sufficient applications. Apply early!
• Really tell us why you want to work for Kinship. We’re interested in working with people who share our values. You can read about our values above.
• Keep your response clear – use bullet points and short paragraphs if that helps. It will help the recruitment team to really focus on your answer.
• Don’t go over 2 pages on your cover letter.
• Please do not use AI tools like ChatGPT to produce your cover letter. We use software to check and your application will be rejected if you do.
We support kinship carers in their homes and communities, giving advice and helping them work through problems to find the best way forward.





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Location: London Bridge SE1 (40% home-based also possible)
Terms: Full time
Salary: £30,718
About MediCinema
MediCinema is a unique national, UK registered charity that improves the wellbeing and enriches the quality of life of NHS patients, their families and carers through the power of the shared cinema experience and the magic of film. We achieve this by building and running cinemas in hospitals and places of care equipped with space for beds, wheelchairs and medical equipment, and providing free films and activities for patients of all ages. Our services help to improve emotional, mental and physical health, reducing isolation, anxiety and stress, and increasing patient resilience to help them cope with what they’re going through.
The Role
We are looking for an Operations and Finance Coordinator to join our small but growing central office team. The post-holder will work closely with the Operations Manager, Head of Finance and Head of Impact & Service Delivery to play a vital role in ensuring the smooth-running of the charity, our impact and our service delivery.
This position would suit someone who is passionate, organised, and has an interest in film, healthcare and helping to improve people’s wellbeing.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
Service Support
- Support the Operations Manager with managing film delivery to all our sites, including monitoring of KDMs and DCPs
- Support cinema sites by ensuring all our in-hospital marketing materials are up-to date and accurate, including:
- Create monthly posters for all sites, and other ad-hoc posters
- Create info cards about upcoming films
- Update the film information on our Showtimes page of our website
- Updating digital entrance screens
- Ordering physical posters and standees from film distributors
- Support on developing any new initiatives to promote our services in hospitals
- Deputising for the Operations Manager when required, including occasionally covering out-of-hours emergencies
Impact and Evaluation
- Support with the management and upkeep of our Impact data management system Smartsheets to ensure it is accurate and as up-to-date as possible. Specific tasks to include, but not limited to:
- Check for data errors each morning and follow up accordingly to resolve any issues
- Uploading Serennu Children’s Centre data
- Uploading new nurse and volunteer data
- Inputting film list and BBFC info up-to-date each month
- Migrating other data as and when required
- Support with the collection, inputting, organising and analysis of service delivery questionnaires, Thank You feedback cards and other service evaluation and research projects
- Support the Head of Impact and Service Design with the collection and management of case studies
Event/Screening support, including Disney Partnership
- Support the co-ordination and management of special screenings, events and Disney MTM projects. Including planning, managing orders/deliveries, attending events and assisting with consent form collection
- Support with post-event tasks, such as accurate organisation and storage of photography/media, collecting and collating relevant feedback, and follow-up emails
- Operate projection equipment and run screenings (training will be provided), in case of emergencies, holiday cover, special events and supporter/fundraiser visits
- Brainstorming with the team about any potential future ‘Beyond the Big Screen’ and Disney ‘Moment that Matter’ ideas and initiatives
Finance support
- Checking, processing and preparing payment of nurses’ invoices
- Checking and processing all other supplier invoices
- Support Head of Finance with income recording and analysis
- Preparation of monthly credit card and other expenditure analysis
- Banking of cheques/cash
- Inputting of data into accounting system (currently Quickbooks)
Administration and other duties
- Ensure patient data, and any other relevant data, is captured accurately on Donorfy/CRM system
- Communicate effectively with all team members and provide relevant and required information in a timely fashion
- Undertake other duties as reasonably required by the Operations Manager, Head of Finance, Head of Impact and Service Design
MediCinema is a small team and staff members are expected to support each other and share cross-organisational work in addition to fulfilling individual responsibilities.
The Person
MediCinema is seeking a highly organised, enthusiastic individual who can demonstrate the following skills and qualities:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a professional manner and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of colleagues
- Excellent organisation and administration skills likely gained over at least 12 months working
- A meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise efficiently, working within time constraints and judging organisational priorities
- Excellent IT skills (including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint)
- Working knowledge of data management systems and CRM databases, and affinity with data analysis
- Some experience with financial administration such as processing invoices etc
- A pro-active ‘can-do’ approach and the ability to work effectively in a small team
- The ability to carry out duties with good humour and tact, maintaining confidentiality where appropriate
- The ability to use initiative and contribute new ideas
- A commitment to and affinity with MediCinema’s core mission
- An interest in film
Please send your CV and a covering letter telling us what appeals to you about this role and what makes you a strong candidate (no longer than one side of A4)
We provide cinema experiences inside hospitals to support the emotional, physical and mental health of NHS patients.

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The Charity and the Vision.
Scotty’s Little Soldiers is a UK-based charity dedicated to supporting military children and young people (0 to 25 years) who have experienced the death of a parent who served in the British Armed Forces. Founded in 2010 by Nikki Scott following the death of her husband, Corporal Lee Scott, the charity offers a unique blend of emotional, practical, and educational support to over 700 young people, and we have big ambitions to support over 1,000 children annually by 2030.
We are proud of our vibrant, non-traditional culture, which puts the needs of bereaved children and young people at the heart of everything we do. We embrace innovative approaches, are committed to creating smiles and believe in the power of community, resilience, and connection. We are now looking for an experienced Events Manager to join our small but effective team.
Role Mission:
To be at the heart of planning, promoting and delivering diverse, exciting, and high-impact events that will engage supporters, create bonding opportunities for families, and connect our team.
This role will be accountable for:
Supporting the event owner in the successful planning and execution of all events across the charity, including the Families, Supporter and Operations Teams at Scotty's. This will include developing, promoting and delivering a range of events that align with our mission and values, drives supporter engagement, cultivates opportunities for our families to bond, and provides team collaboration.
What are the 3-month goals for this role:
· Can articulate the charity’s goals, culture, and impact, and how the Events Manager role supports this to happen.
· Has a good understanding of the events plans for each team and the upcoming and year to view calendar of events.
· Establish initial contact with key stakeholders, including team members, partners, and supporters.
What are the 6-month goals for this role:
· Conduct an audit of current event plans and materials and speak with at current partners for feedback and learnings.
· Develop a comprehensive event strategy, outlining key tactics, timelines, and performance metrics.
· Identify and qualify suitable venues for upcoming events, ensuring they align with the charity's mission and values
· Establish success measures and key performance indicators (KPIs), analyse event results, and identify areas for improvement.
What are the 9-month goals for this role:
· Improve specific performance metrics, such as event budget management, event marketing effectiveness, and attendee satisfaction within the first nine months.
· Develop a comprehensive event strategy, outlining key tactics, timelines, and performance metrics.
· Track success measures and key performance indicators (KPIs), analyse event results, and identify areas for improvement.
What are the key responsibilities of this role:
- Develop and implement event plans with clear deadlines, ensuring all tasks are completed on time and within budget.
- Coordinate with our partners and suppliers, ensuring required service levels are met.
- Identify and secure suitable venues that align with the event's theme and requirements.
- Negotiate with venues to obtain the best deals, ensuring cost-effectiveness without compromising on quality.
- Arrange catering services that meet the dietary needs and preferences of attendees.
- Book travel and accommodation for team members, families and other guests as needed, ensuring comfort and convenience.
- Assist with communications and marketing efforts to promote events and increase attendance.
- Manage event setup and takedown, ensuring all elements are in place and the venue is left in good condition.
- Oversee the design, sourcing, ordering, and delivery of branded materials (e.g., welcome packs, T-shirts, banners) to enhance the event experience.
- Write accurate risk assessments and ensure event safety, particularly for children, by identifying potential hazards and implementing preventive measures.
- Accountability for health and safety compliance at events, adhering to legal requirements and best practices.
- Implement appropriate safeguarding measures at events attended by families, ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants.
- Coordinate event activities, ensuring they run smoothly and according to schedule.
- Arrange and facilitate pre- and post-event meetings (e.g., briefings, wash-ups, debriefs) to ensure all team members are informed and any issues are addressed.
- Adhere to budget constraints set by the Event Owner, ensuring all expenses are accounted for and within limits.
- Provide appropriate updates to the Event Owner and team members accordingly.
What we’re looking for:
- Friendly, enthusiastic and socially-focused – outgoing, warm and friendly, you quickly connect with others and build effective working relationships.
- A motivating and persuasive communicator – your communication style will provide the information needed in an informal manner.
- You thrive working in a busy environment on multiple priorities simultaneously – results-oriented and a fast learner, you respond quickly to pressure and a changing environment.
- Confident use of technology – you have strong attention to detail, are comfortable working with data, and produce high quality accurate work.
Skillset and Experiences Required:
Essential
· You’ll have a proven background in event management.
· Proven ability to build rapport and influence key decision-makers.
· Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring effective execution.
· Passion for developing innovative fundraising initiatives.
· Self-motivated and positive. Thriving in independent work environments while remaining committed to team goals.
· You’ll have a proven background in event management, ideally within the charity sector.
· Excellent organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels. A strong understanding of health and safety, and fundraising legislation.
· Planning, coordinating, and executing all aspects of fundraising events, including venue selection, logistics, budgeting, and marketing.
· Managing event timelines, budgets, and vendor relationships to ensure seamless execution and cost-effectiveness.
· Developing and implementing strategies to maximise event attendance and fundraising revenue.
Desirable
· Knowledge or experience of or with the military community.
· Events Management experience within the charity sector.
Additional Information
· The role may require evening or weekend work
· Enhanced DBS check required
· Travel will be required to events and team training days
The Scotty’s Way
At Scotty’s, our personal performance is only 50% of what success looks like. Our culture is equally important. When you join our team, you sign up to The Scotty’s Way, rooted in our four core values:
1. Families Come First
2. Everyone a Supporter, Every Supporter a VIP
3. Love What You Do
4. Remember, Every Day
Our values are further supported by our four non-negotiable behaviours of Show Respect, Speak Up, Embrace Change and Actively Collaborate. We are looking for an individual who embodies these values and behaviours.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team, we are an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and given equal opportunities for employment and advancement. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other protected characteristic.
We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment within our charity and we are dedicated to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process for all candidates.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are working in partnership with Emmaus Village Carlton (EVC), a flagship Emmaus community, who give hope and a sense of belonging to those who have experienced homelessness or social exclusion by creating a safe and supported community and opportunities to develop. They are a respected local charity and social enterprise with a unique self-funded model, and capacity for up to 42 Companions to live and work on site, who are supported by the staff team and volunteers.
They are now seeking a new Finance Manager, who will be a pro-active member of the Leadership Team, reporting directly to the CEO. The Finance Manager will need to have a combination of strategic, practical and commercial skills in order to provide effective financial leadership and performance management to support business potential and the delivery of financial targets. Being a hands-on member of the Leadership Team who is a visible and known by EVC’s Companions, staff, volunteers and Trustees will be essential.
With a sharp rise in homelessness being seen across the country and the cost-of- living crisis heavily impacting local communities, this is a hugely exciting time to join a dynamic organisation with a strong purpose and unique approach to supporting people experiencing homelessness.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) or part qualified with significant relevant experience, including a minimum of three years’ experience in financial reporting, financial planning, strategic planning and budgeting.
- Minimum two years’ experience in a management or leadership role.
- Understanding of commercial business principles and practices.
We are seeking an agile and resilient individual, who is highly self-motivated and demonstrates integrity, compassion and empathy.
For more information, please contact Katherine Anderson-Scott, Associate Director of Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Location: Emmaus Village Carlton, Bedfordshire, MK43 7LQ / scope for occasional homeworking
Closing date: Sunday 29th June 2025
Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by 7th July prior to shortlisting on the 8th July.
Interviews with Emmaus Village Carlton: TBC
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Are you passionate about fashion or furniture and want to make a difference through your work? We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Store Manager to join our team, focusing on driving sales while supporting our charitable mission.
About Emmaus Greenwich
Emmaus Greenwich is a unique charity that offers a home, work experience, and individual support for up to 45 people who have experienced homelessness and social exclusion. We don’t just give people a bed for the night; we offer a home, meaningful work opportunities, and a sense of belonging.
At the heart of Emmaus Greenwich is our companions. Companion is the name given to people who live in an Emmaus community and contribute to the social enterprise, where they support themselves and one another.
Emmaus Greenwich offers an individual holistic package of support and a tailored development plan to support each companion develop new skills (or build on existing ones) to boost confidence, improve mental and/or physical health and wellbeing, and increase employability.
About the Role
As the Store Manager, you will play a key role in supporting our Retail Manager to maximise sales and ensure the smooth operation of our retail business. You’ll be part of an enthusiastic Retail team that values collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to positive change.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Retail Manager in achieving sales targets and operational goals.
- Lead, inspire, and manage a dedicated team, including staff and volunteers.
- Ensure exceptional customer service and a welcoming store environment.
- Manage inventory, merchandising, and store presentation to align with brand standards.
- Oversee daily store operations, including cash handling, reporting, and compliance.
- Contribute to marketing initiatives and community engagement efforts.
About You:
- Experience: Previous experience in a store management role within the fashion or furniture industry is essential.
- Skills: Strong leadership skills with proven line management experience. Experience managing volunteers is highly desirable.
- Attitude: Positive, proactive, and passionate about driving change. A “can-do” attitude and optimism for the future are a must.
- Passion: Enthusiasm for fashion, furniture, and making a positive impact through charity-focused work.
Why Join Us?
- Training: Additional training and development opportunities will be provided.
- Team: Join a friendly and supportive team that is dedicated to making a difference.
- Impact: Be part of a company that values its people and their contributions to both business and community.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and share our passion for fashion and positive change, we’d love to hear from you!
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit for this role.
Emmaus Greenwich supports people to move on from homelessness




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Are you ready to take on a key management role in a charity that’s making a real difference? Southampton City Mission is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced and proactive Communications Manager to develop and implement its communications strategy. This is a new role with the opportunity to shape how the charity relates to partners, supporters and the general public.
You will be responsible for delivering a dynamic communications plan that increases awareness and engages key audiences in the city, to strongly support SCM’s current projects. In addition, introducing marketing and analytical tools to showcase the organisation’s impact. We are looking for an individual who will drive forward change and quickly engage with key stakeholders and churches in the city. Working alongside the CEO, Head of Operations and Project Managers, playing a pivotal role in helping to shape the charity’s communications strategy. We are offering the opportunity for flexible, hybrid working.
If you’re a natural implementer and you’re passionate about working for a faith-based charity that’s growing and evolving, this is the perfect role for you. Your input will help drive change in both the charity and the city we serve!
Apply now! An application pack, including full job description and person specification, can be downloaded from our website.
The closing date for applications is 16th June 2025
SCM is committed to keeping children and adults at risk safe and to equal opportunities.
A DBS check will be required for this role and applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have the right to work in the UK.
For further information regarding the work of SCM, please refer to our website
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The Project Manager/Business Analyst role forms part of the PMO Team. The role will include management of priority projects across the Stewardship agile change portfolio, as well as the analysis and improvement of business processes across Stewardship. The role will also work with our Technology team members to improve workflow, through identifying and resolving challenges and dependencies, enabling teams to more effectively deliver organisational priority projects and BAU activities. The successful delivery of projects and improving our business processes, is an essential part of enabling us to achieve our strategic objectives.
The role holder will work cross-functionally across the organisation to ensure we achieve our change targets, through delivering projects on time, to budget and required level of quality, as well as improving business processes across Stewardship Teams. You will be supporting the organisation to develop new agile, collaborative ways of working, and the role holder will need to help others understand the benefits of working within the Agile framework.
As a result of our Christian ethos, this post is covered by an Occupational Requirement (OR) under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. The successful applicant will be expected to be a practising Christian and to clearly demonstrate a personal commitment to the mission, principles, values and practices contained in our Ethos Statement, by:
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Active membership of local church congregation.
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An understanding of the faith aspects of the work of Christian charities, including the preparedness to pray with colleagues, where appropriate.
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Operations Manager (Part-time)
Swindon Food Collective
Swindon, with flexible working
£Competitive local salary
Addressing Food Poverty
Swindon Food Collective is an independent charity that aims to help people in Swindon, or the surrounding area, who are suffering from financial hardship and finding it difficult to provide food for themselves, their family or dependents.
They receive donations of non-perishable, tinned or dried food and toiletries from churches, schools, local companies, community groups, supermarkets and individuals and currently feed nearly 10,000 people per year. One third of these are children.
They work with many approved organisations, schools, doctors and social workers who can refer people in crisis to us. As well as providing food to address food poverty, they also provide a friendly chat and try to signpost people for further help. Indeed, it is this ‘signposting’ or working with people to enable them to enhance their lives where they see their services evolving. Swindon Food Collective are also reviewing how they can best utilise short-life foods. They operate from a central warehouse and have 11 distribution centres around Swindon and surrounding areas where food can be collected.
The charity is financially sound and has the resources to develop their service offering. They have recently hired a Finance Manager, created a new post as Business Strategy Manager and are also out to market to appoint a Chief Executive Officer. Perhaps you know of a friend or colleague who may be interested in a Chief Executive Officer opportunity.
The role
Due to an internal move, Swindon Food Collective are seeking to appoint a new Operations Manager who will ensure they are meeting the demand for their services, providing help and support to people in crisis in the local community and positively supporting all staff and volunteers in their different roles.
This role oversees logistics, streamlining of processes, and optimises resource allocation to meet the needs of the community while minimising waste and is the linchpin that keeps the food bank service running smoothly and effectively.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Oversee and coordinate all aspects of the charity’s logistics, including stock management and movement, handling incoming donations, purchasing, storage and distribution of food and other resources.
- Day-to-day management of all operational employees and volunteers, ensuring efficient operations and high-quality service delivery.
- Lead and inspire staff and volunteers and evaluate operations and ways of working to identify areas of improvement and efficiency.
- Provide line management to the operational teams, including monitoring standards, performance, the prioritisation of workloads, and conducting meetings with staff and volunteers, as necessary.
- Manage health and safety within all premises and for all company equipment, including company vehicles, as well as adherence to all policies and procedures, ensuring these policies are up-to-date and reviewed regularly, working in partnership with leased premises landlords and Distribution Centre Managers
- Develop standards and maintain the quality of the services the charity provides.
- Regularly monitor and evaluate the service to ensure quality and technical standards are met.
- Establish new services within the business plan.
You
Your background is not important. What is important is your ambition to address food poverty in the Swindon region and support the population.
You will be an experienced Assistant or General Manager / Deputy COO or COO with experience in day-to-day operational management, staff management, ideally in an environment where H&S is important.
As well as having a passion for the mission of Swindon Food Collective and making a positive impact through community-based projects, you will be/have:
- experience in day-to-day management in one or more of supply chain logistics, distribution, retail, charity/not-for-profit or community service provider of a diverse operational workforce, ideally, both paid employees and volunteers, with strong leadership and team-building skills.
- exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of motivating and inspiring both internal teams and external stakeholders.
- have experience of staff management and supervision.
- a problem solver; managing crises, complaints or issues affecting the service.
To apply
The application is by CV and covering letter. Your letter, which should be no more than 2 pages in length, should explain both why you are interested in the post of Operations Manager and why you think you would be an excellent candidate for Swindon Food Collective. Please apply by uploading your application via the apply button.
All direct applications will be forwarded to Hays Executive.
Campaign dates:
Closing date: 8th June 2025
Preliminary interviews: Mid-June 2025
Formal interviews: Mid-July 2025
The above dates are subject to change.
Operations and Service Delivery Lead
London
£50,016 – £53,000
An exciting opportunity is available for a dynamic individual with a passion for providing excellent customer service and event management. The Education Directorate with our client is looking for an operations and service-delivery lead with the ability to lead a team and manage multiple complex workstreams, to join them in the Business development and education support team.
The Education directorate delivers a wide range of educational programmes for doctors of all grades. The portfolio includes one- and two-day workshops, their accredited programmes, commissioned programmes, online courses, podcasts, and Masters programmes in partnership with university partners.
They have wide portfolio including topics such as teaching, learning, assessment, feedback, supervision and communication skills. The directorate has a team of educationalists who design and deliver these programmes and a team of education coordinators and librarians who provide management and all aspects of learner support.
About the role
You will work closely with internal colleagues such as educationalists, project managers and administrators, as well as colleagues in finance, IT, HR, and communications. You will lead and manage a team, and you’ll be required to work collaboratively with a broader team of volunteer clinical faculty who help us develop and deliver our programmes.
You’ll work closely with the Head of relationships and engagement and the Projects and credentials lead, to ensure that the team support all areas of the business, including event management, projects, marketing and quality assurance.
You will make an impact every day by:
- Leading a busy and fast-paced team who deliver education coordination and library services for the directorate, role modelling positive attitude and collaborative working
- Taking responsibility for the team providing excellent customer service to learners, faculty and commissioners
- Taking ownership of providing high-quality written documentation, including templates for learner correspondence, reports for Boards and marketing copy.
- Working collaboratively with others in the directorate, and the finance team to manage budgets and operational accounts
About you
They’re looking for candidates with:
- Line management experience and an ability to lead, develop, motivate, and manage staff, delegating effectively.
- Strong communication skills including excellent writing skills
- Outstanding organisational skills and the ability to liaise and communicate confidently with a range of people, including senior external stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple complex workstreams at any one time
- Knowledge and experience of managing multiple events
- Knowledge and experience of setting and managing large budgets
- Experience of planning and working to deadlines, using initiative, and working flexibly
Closing date: 23 June 2025
Interview date: 07 July 2025
Please note, they will be reviewing applications as they come in. Interviews could be arranged and roles could be filled before the advertised closing date, we would therefore encourage those interested to apply as soon as possible.
Our client positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.
Our client is all about our people – our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. They educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know they can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into their community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients they serve is a priority for them.
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Position | Caseworker
Salary | £30-32k dependent on experience
Contract type | Permanent- 0.6FTE (3 days a week)
Remote/Hybrid | Hybrid
Days in office | 2 days
Overview and key points on the role | Rape Crisis South London is looking for 2 part time skilled, passionate and professional Caseworkers who will be based within the Advocacy Service. As a Caseworker you will support clients through their journey through the housing and benefits system by providing practical and emotional support to survivors of sexual violence. You should have a good working knowledge of Housing processes and Welfare benefits systems with experience of carrying out assessments and completing applications. In addition to having excellent interpersonal, communication and facilitation skills you should also be able to develop key relationships with external agencies such as the local authority. You should have demonstrable experience working with survivors of sexual violence and of working in a trauma-informed way. We will provide clinical supervision, full training and line management, and the opportunity to develop your skillsets. Responsible to the Advocacy service manager you will be a key member of the advocacy service, working alongside our ISVA’s in a busy and supportive team.
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. RCSL is an equal opportunities employer, and we are particularly keen to receive applications from women underrepresented in management and leadership roles in the violence against women and girls movement. All positions are located in the UK and require the right to work in the UK.
How to apply | Please apply with an up-to-date CV and cover letter (of up to 1000 words) identifying how you meet the essential and any desirable qualifications, skills and experience
Closing date: 15th June, we will be reviewing applications as we go so may close earlier if we recruit before the closing date.
Specialist South London support for women and girls who have experienced rape and/or childhood sexual abuse.

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Client Adviser – Services & Grants Team
Location: Hybrid working (currently two days per week in our London office).
Contract type: 1 year Fixed Term-Contract, 35 hours a week
Starting Salary £35,790 per annum
About Bank Workers Charity
We’re the charity for past and present bank employees and their families – here when life gets tough.
Every year, we help thousands of people navigate challenges like financial problems, mental health concerns, housing issues and more. We do that through free, confidential support – from expert advice and specialist referrals to financial grants.
We believe everyone deserves support when they need it most and we work hard to make sure that happens. If you care about making a real difference to people’s lives, you’ll be in good company here.
About the role
Our Client Advisers are often the first people our clients speak to – and that first conversation really matters.
Whether someone is facing financial hardship, struggling with their mental health, or unsure where to turn for help, you’ll be there to listen, understand, and guide them through the support we offer.
It’s a varied and rewarding role. You’ll provide advice and guidance, coordinate casework, process grants, and refer clients to our trusted partners – helping them access the right support at the right time.
You’ll be part of a friendly, collaborative team who share ideas, support one another, and care deeply about doing good work. We’ll make sure you’re fully trained, supported, and encouraged to grow.
If you’re empathetic, organised, and want to make a meaningful difference to people’s lives, this could be the role for you.
About you
You’re someone who genuinely cares about helping others – and knows how to listen without judgement.
You have experience supporting people with things like housing, benefits, mental wellbeing or budgeting – or you might come from another role where empathy, problem-solving and clear communication were key.
Some of the people you support may be facing difficult situations, so you’ll be calm under pressure and confident making decisions. And while not every call is as complex, you’ll always have the support of your team.
You’ll be organised, curious, and open to learning. Most of all, you’ll want your work to have a tangible, positive impact on people’s lives.
What we offer
We’ve put a lot of energy into being a great place to work. We’re proud of our supportive culture and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. There are plenty of learning opportunities, and as a wellbeing charity we aim to be a leader in wellbeing support for our people.
Our benefits include:
· 28 days holiday, plus statutory bank holidays
· 8% employer contribution to Bank Workers Charity’s pension scheme and up to 3% matched with employee contributions
· A wide range of employer funded wellbeing experiences through Heka
· Flexible benefit provision (including Bupa plan, cycle to work, payroll giving and electric car scheme)
· Group Life Cover (three times annual salary)
· Weekly wellbeing half hour
· Employee Assistance Programme
To apply, please review the attached applicant pack, which includes the job description and person specification, and send a CV and a supporting statement.
In your supporting statement, please tell us (around 100 words per answer):
1. What makes you a good fit for this role? Tell us about the experience and transferable skills you’d bring – particularly anything that relates to the role description.
2. Can you share an example of how you’ve supported someone facing a difficult situation? We’d like to hear how you’ve helped them overcome challenges to do with housing, benefits, debt, mental health, domestic abuse or caregiving.
3. Describe a situation where you had to explain something clearly and sensitively to someone who was struggling. How did you approach it?
Closing Date: Tuesday 17th June 2025.
Interview date: Tuesday 24th June 2025
Bank Workers Charity is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a key leadership role in a values-driven charity that puts young people at the heart of everything we do.
As Youth Work Manager, you’ll lead our youth work delivery team, which currently consists of three youth workers and many more volunteers, and take responsibility for the design and day-to-day running of our youth work offer in Didcot and Wallingford.
You’ll support the team to deliver high-quality, responsive youth work across open access, detached and mentoring provision. You’ll also develop opportunities for youth voice and participation, ensuring young people play an active role in shaping our work.
This is a hands-on role, well suited to someone who wants to stay closely involved in frontline youth work while also growing as a manager. The best youth work managers are those who lead by example — delivering sessions, building relationships with young people, and supporting the team through the day-to-day. This role gives you the chance to do both: to shape and manage a strong delivery programme, and to keep doing the kind of youth work that first brought you into the sector.
We’re looking for someone who is committed to reaching young people who may not access other services, especially those who feel overlooked, unheard or unsure where they belong. You’ll be comfortable spending time in the community, meeting young people on their terms, and building relationships. You’ll lead a team that works across a range of settings, including parks, schools, and youth clubs, and help create welcoming, inclusive spaces where young people feel seen and supported.
You’ll report directly to our CEO, contribute to organisational planning, act as our DSL, and help ensure young people remain at the centre of all we do.
Salary: £34,000 - £37000 depending on experience
We welcome applicants who may not feel they meet all the person specification, and we are advertising a salary range to accommodate such applications. This salary range is based on a 37.5-hour week, pro rata for part-time hours.
Contract: Permanent. 30-37.5 hours per week
Much of our delivery happens outside school hours, and some sessions run later into the evening. We’d expect the Youth Work Manager to work at least one late evening and one earlier evening. Beyond that, we’re happy to be flexible. We’re open to job shares, condensed hours, or other creative arrangements if it helps the right person take on the role.
Key responsibilities:
- Deliver youth work sessions as part of the delivery team, modelling high standards of inclusive, empowering and trauma-informed practice
- Line manage TRAIN’s youth workers in line with organisational HR policies and procedures, including supervision, performance management, and professional development
- Oversee the full portfolio of youth work provision (including open access, detached, group and one-to-one support), ensuring it responds to the needs and aspirations of local young people
- Promote a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion within the team and across all aspects of youth provision
- Create and strengthen opportunities for meaningful youth voice and participation in service design and decision-making
- Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead for the organisation, ensuring compliance with safeguarding legislation, policies and best practice
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with delivery partners and stakeholders, including schools, voluntary sector organisations and statutory services
- Lead on the recruitment, induction and supervision of youth work volunteers
- Monitor, evaluate and report on programme outcomes and performance indicators in line with funder and organisational requirements
- Contribute to the development and delivery of TRAIN’s organisational strategy, as part of the senior team
- Support fundraising, communications and stakeholder engagement, including input into bids, reports and promotional activities
- Ensure delivery is compliant with relevant legal, regulatory and safeguarding standards, and with TRAIN’s policies and procedures
Benefits:
- Annual leave: 25 days, plus bank holidays
- Pension: 3% employer contribution
- Flexible working: Flexible hours and some home working
- TOIL: For additional evening and weekend work
- Professional Development: Tailored programme to suit your ambitions. Current staff are supported on various degree-level qualifications, specialist training and informal learning routes.
- Wellbeing: Full membership of an employee assistance programme with mental health and wellbeing support
- Culture: Supportive, collaborative team with regular team meetings and shared learning
Please download and read the full recruitment pack for more details.
TRAIN exists to improve the life opportunities of young people aged 10 to 18 in Didcot and Wallingford.
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Are you passionate about fundraising?
Whether it’s due to homelessness or poor mental health, the number of people experiencing a crisis is on the rise. Connection Support believes in a future where people are free from crisis. But for the times when crises do happen, we’ll be there to help every step of the way.
Does this sound like something you want to be a part of?
We are looking for a passionate and driven Fundraising Manager to help us take our fundraising to the next level.
The impact you will have
Working alongside the Head of Fundraising, you will inspire funders, donors and local companies to support our work. You will develop compelling applications to Trusts and Foundations and build strong relationships with grant managers.
Supporting the delivery of our annual calendar of public fundraising events, you will manage communications with public supporters and work closely with the Marketing and Communications team to develop innovative fundraising campaigns and social media content.
This is an exciting time to join Connection Support as we celebrate our 30th anniversary and turn our focus to preventing homelessness long before it happens, as well as continuing to provide support for those in crisis. You will be joining a supportive and friendly team and will work closely with colleagues from across the organisation to deliver fundraising activities and raise the profile of Connection Support.
Contract: Permanent. Hybrid/any of our offices in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire or Milton Keynes
Hours: Between 30 – 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £37,011 - £38,763 per annum, dependent on experience (pro rata for part- time)
Closing date: Tuesday 24th June at 10.00am
Interviews: Thursday 3rd July
About you
You have a strong track record of generating income from a range of funders, with a proven success of securing grants from Trusts and Foundations. You also have up-to-date knowledge of fundraising best practice and current fundraising trends.
It would be great if you have experience of planning and supporting fundraising events, and experience of developing corporate partnerships.
Your values align with ours, and you are as passionate as we are about solving homelessness and mental ill-health.
What we offer in return
Connection Support is committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive and ensuring everyone is treated is valued, treated with respect and has a positive experience.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and underrepresented candidates, including but not limited to Black, Asian, ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, LGBTQIA+, men, women, and people with lived experience.
We have been named as one of the top 10 charities to work for in the UK by Best Companies and offer fantastic benefits including 30 days annual leave (pro rata for part time), plus bank holidays, sick pay, and an enhanced benefits package which includes cover on health benefits, eco travel incentives, childcare discounts, retail discounts and much more.
Should you need additional support with your application or require adjustments to any part of our recruitment process please don’t hesitate to ask. We are more than happy to help, drop us an email or call direct to discuss your requirements.
Connection Support is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.