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An exciting opportunity to play an important role in transforming the lives of young people at Jamie’s Farm. We are looking for a skilled and organised Programme Coordinator to join our delivery team and help deliver programmes that are meaningful and impactful for young people. (Known within the organisation as ‘Programme Coordinator)

What is Jamie’s Farm? Jamie’s Farm is a charity that supports young people by combining therapeutic work, farming, and purposeful activities to help them thrive. Through residential visits to our working farms, we provide a nurturing environment where young people can reflect, build confidence, and develop the resilience they need to overcome personal challenges.

More about the role: This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of our programme delivery. You will spend much of your time working directly with young people, helping them engage fully in farm life through the shared routines and activities of the day, from feeding rounds and walks to mealtimes and evening activities. You will also lead sessions and bring practical skills that enrich the programme experience.

Alongside this, you will build and maintain strong relationships with partner schools and organisations, helping to create programmes that are well coordinated and have lasting impact for young people.

About you : We are looking for someone with professional experience working with diverse groups of young people, with exceptional communication, teamwork and organisational skills. You will be able to build strong relationships with a wide range of individuals and organisations, influence and motivate others, and contribute positively to the wider vision and goals of the charity. Experience in a school, social work or similar setting would be helpful, as would experience of delivering inspiring practical sessions for young people or a specialism that would contribute to farm life.

Please see the full job description, desired experience and employee benefits by exploring the recruitment pack below. Don’t meet every single requirement? We’d still love to hear from you – your unique skills and experience could be just what we’re looking for.

Are you passionate about supporting and transforming the lives of people who are experiencing homelessness in Hammersmith & Fulham?

We are looking for a motivated Senior Case Worker to join the team at our St Mungo’s Starlight project.

The Starlight project is a 6 bed refuge for Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Queer men and Non-Binary people made homeless due to domestic abuse. Our aim is to resolve homelessness through dedicated support over a 6-9 month period. We provide immediate safety, alongside advocacy and support, working to rebuild lives, address unmet needs and connect clients to specialist services, building resilience, independence and self-esteem to prevent revictimisation.

In the role of Senior Case Worker you will work with a wide range of partners, accessing strong local opportunities in Hammersmith & Fulham, including housing pathways, community resources, learning and specialist support. Starlight also has strong links with LGBTQ+ organisations across London. In this role you will:

• Take a leading role in the support, care and case management of all our residents, lone working and providing 1-1 case working with clients on a regular basis.
• Oversee referrals and lead on assessments.
• Maintain accurate compliant casework records, and other relevant admin duties.
• Manage a complex and varied caseload and using motivational interviewing techniques, person centred and trauma informed approaches to identify personal goals awork towards achieving them.
• Liaise with a range of external housing and specialist partners and agencies to achieve the best possible outcomes for our residents.
• Respond to challenging behaviour using a psychologically informed approach.
• Complete housing management and health & safety tasks to ensure a consistent, safe and quality service is provided.  
• Work as part of the wider team with regular meetings, reflective practice and line management support and supervision.

About you

We are looking for a proactive and solution-focused person ready to take on a leading case worker role. If you bring the following, we would love to hear from you:

• You will be willing to learn and develop knowledge and skills, to support clients using a holistic, person-centred approach.
• You will have experience of assessing client needs and supporting people to address them through assertive case management.
• You can demonstrate genuine passion for supporting people to transform their lives, with a commitment to our recovery ethos.
• You will bring your understanding of the issues faced by people experiencing homelessness, including the specific needs of LGBTQ+ and Queer clients and survivors of domestic abuse.
• You have a track record of building positive relationships with clients, colleagues, and external partners such as local authorities and statutory services.
• You demonstrate the ability to work independently, use initiative in a lone working environment and remain motivated in a demanding and target driven role.

We believe in the value of lived experience and welcome applications from people who can draw on personal experience (e.g. homelessness, mental health struggles, addiction, abuse, exploitation, time in care or the justice system) to build rapport and support clients within a recovery focused approach.

How to apply

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.

Closing date: 10 am on 8 June 2026

Interview and assessments on: 17,18,19 June 2026

St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
• Great Pay and Other Benefits

Barnardo's Scotland is looking to recruit an experienced and highly skilled Children's Service Manager to manage the Barnardo's Nurture Service Inverclyde. The service provides whole family support to children, young people (0 to 18 years) and families across Inverclyde. The service consists of a range of services and a varied funding landscape. The Children's Service Manager should be experienced in managing a range of contracts and competent and confident in managing the associated reporting schedules and commitments.

From a service delivery perspective, the service is structured as follows:

• Attainment Team - Supporting school age children, in communities, schools and outreach within the family home.
• Children's Disability Team - Supporting and providing groupwork activities for children and young people with additional support needs and complex disabilities.
• Early Years Team - Providing a range of support and interventions for across Early Years, this includes 1-1 intensive and groupwork support for children and their families, at our service base, in the community and outreach within their family homes.
• Birth Parents Service - Intensive support for Birth Parents, who no longer have care of their children through adoption, long term foster and kinship care.

In addition to the Barnardo's generic person specification, requirements for the role include:

• Educated to degree level in social work, social care or related fields.
• SCQF level 11 management qualification is (desirable).
• Experience of managing and reporting on multiple and varied contracts and exploring future funding opportunities
• Flexibility in role, and working out with core hours to meet needs of the service

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date.  We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible

Compassion in World Farming International is a global movement transforming the future of food and farming. Help amplify powerful campaigns to end factory farming through compelling, purpose‑driven social media.

Social Media Manager

• Role type: Full-time; Permanent
• Location: Godalming, UK (hybrid working pattern 2x days a week in the office)
• Salary: £36,825-£41,000 per annum (depending upon skills and experience)   

About the role 

As our Social Media Manager, you’ll play a key role in raising Compassion in World Farming’s public profile and driving engagement with our UK campaigns. You’ll use social media to communicate our strategic objectives, inspire action, and support our mission to end factory farming by 2040.

As part of our UK Communications Team, this role blends strategy, creativity, and community engagement. You’ll work closely with campaigns, fundraising, supporter engagement, and HQ teams to deliver high‑quality, impactful social content.

As our Social Media Manager, you’ll be responsible for:

• Managing Compassion in World Farming’s UK social media channels, delivering engaging content and effective community management
• Inputting into and delivering the UK social media content, broadcast and engagement strategy
• Developing and overseeing creative social media content, including video, graphics, and live coverage from events
• Monitoring, analysing, and reporting on social media performance to inform continuous improvement
• Identifying trends, opportunities, and influencers to increase reach, relevance, and impact
• Supporting wider communications activity, including media content and campaign activations

About you

To succeed in this role, you’ll be an experienced and confident communicator with a strong understanding of social media. You’ll need to be comfortable managing multiple priorities, responding to fast‑moving opportunities, and tailoring messages for different audiences, all while staying aligned with our values and mission.

Skills and experience you’ll need to bring as our Social Media Manager:

• Previous professional experience of managing social media channels, with experience using social media management tools
• Excellent understanding of social media platforms, particularly Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok
• Experience creating and editing social media content, including video
• Strong knowledge of social media KPIs, analytics, and reporting
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write compelling copy for different audiences
• Ability to work flexibly, manage competing deadlines, and remain calm under pressure
• A proactive, approachable, and collaborative working style

If you don’t meet every requirement but believe you could thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply.

Why join us

This is a meaningful opportunity to use your skills and passion to create real impact for animals, people, and the planet.

We offer a supportive, flexible workplace with a strong focus on wellbeing and development, including: 

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays 
• Health Cash Back Plan and 24/7 GP access 
• Employee Assistance Programme and MHFA support 
• Premium Calm App subscription 
• Electric car scheme available
• Defined contribution pension scheme 
• Enhanced discretionary sick pay 
• Hybrid working model (role and location dependent) 
• Free onsite parking and office next to mainline station 
• Cycle Benefit scheme and other savings options 
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities 

How to apply and key dates

If you’re ready to make a global impact, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the Person Specification. To support a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we kindly ask that you do not include a photo in your CV. 

Please note that we may begin interviews on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. 

Closing date: 10am Friday 5 June

1st Stage (Teams) Interview, with task: Wednesday 10 June

2nd Stage (Face to Face at HQ) Interview: Monday 15 June

“Join us in building a more compassionate future for animals, people, and the planet.”

As part of Stage 1 interviews, shortlisted candidates may receive pre‑shared, values‑based interview questions to support a positive candidate experience. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, we’re always happy to support candidates.

About Compassion

Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global organisation working to end factory farming. Founded in 1967 by British farmer Peter Roberts, we’ve spent over 50 years driving change, successfully campaigning to ban cruel practices such as barren battery cages, veal crates, and sow stalls across the UK and Europe.

Our work combines advocacy, campaigning, and collaboration with policymakers and businesses to promote animal welfare and sustainable food systems. We envision a future where animals are treated with compassion, and farming supports both people and the planet. To learn more about our mission, culture, and opportunities, please explore our Candidate Pack and Careers Page. 

To comply with legal requirements in the UK and internationally, all applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the country where the role is based. Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background.  We value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector.  We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.

Do you have a heart to see positive change in the lives of people who are trying to make a new start in the community after prison or a community sentence, and a genuine belief in their ability to make such changes?  Do you have experience of working in the criminal justice environment?

At South West Community Chaplaincy (SWCC) our aim is to provide effective care and community support for people going through the Criminal Justice System, including prison. This includes work such as advocacy, mentoring and holistic support to assist the integration of people with convictions into their communities, within the counties of Devon, Cornwall and western Somerset.

We are looking for a committed and motivated individual who will strengthen our team of Community Chaplains to work with people both in custody and in the community. The key functions of the role are:

o  High-quality client-centred, relational mentoring, ensuring that it is trauma informed, solution focused and relevant for those serving, or who have served, custodial or community sentences in order that they would be successfully resettled in their local communities, within the counties of Cornwall, Devon and western Somerset.

o  Manage and support volunteer mentors as they support our clients

o  To help facilitate and assist faith communities in the peninsula to become more proactive partners with prisons, probation, police, Youth Justice Board and other agencies, in working towards the successful resettlement of people who have convictions.

The post is a permanent part time role.

There is a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) under the Equality Act 2010 for applicants to actively embrace the Christian faith ethos and values of SWCC, and to be able to promote an environment where people of all faiths, and people of none, can work together for the transformation of lives and communities.  The successful applicant will have the ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of people, from aged 15 to 80!  Flexible Homeworking is possible by agreement.  The role entails a significant amount of travel, and some occasional weekend and evening work will be involved.

IAP Psychological Lead

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Job Title: IAP Psychological Lead

Location: Elephant and Castle based within a residential setting, with regular travel to other services as required and our central office. Some work from home may be possible (to be discussed at interview). Please note that unfortunately, this service does not have step free access.

Salary: £60,000 

NHS Equivalent Band: 8B

Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 09:00 - 17:00

About the Role

A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a IAP Psychological Lead a Forensic background. You will work alongside the Group Psychological Lead and other members of the team within our Independent Approved Premises (IAP) to deliver psychological services to residents and staff. In this role, you will apply your skills and knowledge in building new teams and expand our operational delivery within our IAP. You will play a strategic role in our organisational growth with new services, with a focus on shaping service delivery; offering specialist advice, supervising assistant psychologists and postgraduate research.

Our IAP's support people who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. They are given support and guidance to aid their reablement, resettlement and rehabilitation post prison. You will contribute towards them achieving goals necessary for their personal development and move on within the community. 

Key Responsibilities include:

• Providing high quality psychological services, contributing to the delivery of Approved Premises aims as specified by the Ministry of Justice.
• Ensuring all services are delivered in accordance with HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics.
• Demonstrating clinical leadership by setting direction for the psychological service and driving high standards for quality, safety and ongoing improvement.
• Exercising clinical responsibility for residents’ psychological care, showing skill and judgement in selecting appropriate assessments and interventions.
• Consulting with other parties contributing to a resident’s diagnosis, formulation, treatment and risk management in the community.
• Create opportunities to collaborate with peers including AP-based psychologists nationally and OPD pathway psychologists delivering services to APs.
• Model and facilitate a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

About You

We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Psychologist with a strong clinical and forensic background to join our team. The successful candidate will be HCPC-registered with doctoral-level training and experience working with complex client groups. We’re looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You’ll be an excellent communicator, able to convey complex and sensitive information with clarity and empathy. A team player at heart, you’ll build meaningful relationships, champion diversity and inclusion, and embody our values of compassion, empowerment, and innovation in everything you do. We're looking for:

• Doctoral level training accredited by the HCPC in forensic, clinical or counselling psychology
• Experience working as a registered psychologist in the criminal justice system or forensic mental health setting
• Experience of the psychological assessment and treatment of clients presenting with a range of enduring mental health conditions, complex psychological difficulties and risks to self and others
• Experience working in a psychologically informed environment and providing informed consultation to others
• Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision
• Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link with different behaviours and engagement
• Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise
• Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency

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

What we Offer

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

About Social Interest Group (SIG)

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

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

Additional Information

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

Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. 

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

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

Have you provided structured support or key working for individuals with complex needs such as addiction, offending, homelessness, probation, criminal justice system or similar?  Do you have leadership or team supervising experience?

A new permanent opportunity is now available to join a team in South London for a residential recovery charity as their Recovery Programme Deputy.

The role:

As Recovery Programme Deputy you will line manage three practitioners, providing regular supervision and support to staff across multiple sites in South London.  You will support volunteers, peer mentors and befrienders. Support the Programme Manager with the day-to-day running of the recovery service.  Ensure safe, structured and effective service delivery.  Build supportive and professional relationships with residents.  Provide key working support, helping residents identify and achieve their goals.  Support the induction of new residents, ensuring a welcoming and structured onboarding experience.           

Essential criteria

• Experience working with individuals with complex needs (e.g. addiction, offending, homelessness, probation, criminal justice system). 
• Demonstrable track record supervising or supporting staff in a similar setting.
• Experience delivering structured support, recovery programmes, or key working.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, and supported housing.
• Experience supporting individuals towards independent living.

Salary:  £36,000

Closing date:  29th May

If this sounds like the role for you, then we would love to hear back. We are reviewing CVs as and when we are receiving them so, if you are keen to apply, then please do so today!
 
TPP are always keen to speak with candidates looking to work in the sector so if this role isn’t quite right for you, please do check out our website www.tpp.co.uk and pop your CV over to us!

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Have you provided structured support or key working for individuals with complex needs such as addiction, offending, homelessness, probation, criminal justice system or similar?  Do you have leadership or team supervising experience?

A new permanent opportunity is now available to join a team in South London for a residential recovery charity as their Recovery Practitioner, Programme Deputy.

The role:

As Recovery Practitioner, Programme Deputy you will line manage three practitioners, providing regular supervision and support to staff across multiple sites in South London.  You will support volunteers, peer mentors and befrienders.  Support the Programme Manager with the day-to-day running of the recovery service.  Ensure safe, structured and effective service delivery.  Build supportive and professional relationships with residents.  Provide key working support, helping residents identify and achieve their goals.  Support the induction of new residents, ensuring a welcoming and structured onboarding experience.           

Essential criteria

• Experience working with individuals with complex needs (e.g. addiction, offending, homelessness, probation, criminal justice system). 
• Demonstrable track record supervising or supporting staff in a similar setting.
• Experience delivering structured support, recovery programmes, or key working.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, and supported housing.
• Experience supporting individuals towards independent living.

Salary:  £36,000

Closing date:  29th May

If this sounds like the role for you, then we would love to hear back. We are reviewing CVs as and when we are receiving them so, if you are keen to apply, then please do so today!
 
TPP are always keen to speak with candidates looking to work in the sector so if this role isn’t quite right for you, please do check out our website www.tpp.co.uk and pop your CV over to us!

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Social Policy Economist/Quantitative Researcher

Full time, permanent contract with 6 months’ probation.

NEF is looking for an economist or quantitative researcher to join its social policy team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading Westminster think tank, ideal for a curious and energetic researcher who is excited by NEF’s mission to build an economy that works for people and planet.

We strongly encourage you to apply if this role interests you, even if you’re not sure you meet every outlined criteria. We take an open-minded approach to how candidates may have developed the skills needed for the role.

We’re looking for someone with strong experience in rigorous quantitative public policy research, alongside specific knowledge of labour markets, public services, social security, or a related area. You’ll bring the energy and creativity to challenge established orthodoxies, and the skills to develop robust, innovative approaches to complex public policy challenges.

Economists and researchers at NEF bring deep expertise in at least one key UK economic or social policy area. They apply strong economic and quantitative research skills, working collaboratively to produce high quality analysis and insight, and taking ownership of discrete elements within larger projects.

A key part of the role is connecting research to contemporary debates, and communicating complex ideas clearly and persuasively to a range of audiences, both internally and externally.

Role: Social Policy Economist/Quantitative Researcher
Hours of work: Full Time (32 hours per week under NEF’s Shorter Working Week)
Salary: £44,769 - £49,764
Location: London/South East (in-office minimum two days per week)
Contract type: Permanent

How to apply

Deadline for applications: midnight, 10th June 2026
Interviews:  First stage interviews 23rd June with second stage in person interviews on the 29th June

Start date: ASAP

Please send your CV and Covering letter (no longer than 1 page and in Word format) outlining how you meet the person specification. 

Please also complete the Equality and Diversity monitoring form.

You must be eligible to work in the UK, as we are unable to sponsor visas.

Inclusivity at NEF:

NEF wants to be an inclusive workplace with a diverse body of staff. We don’t want to conform to the traditional think-tank model where people from certain backgrounds are hugely under-

represented. We know we have some way to go in this and are therefore genuinely keen to receive applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic people; women; neurodivergent people; disabled people; people who identify as LGBT+; people with experience of mental health problems; and people who identify as working class or have done so in the past.

Accessibility and Equal Opportunity:

We value all candidates and are committed to equal opportunity. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application process, or would like information in an alternative format, please let us know.

We actively promote positive action to advance fairness and tackle underrepresentation within our workforce.

We are seeking a strong and motivated leader, who is passionate about seeing lives transformed, to become our Head of Services (Programmes). In this strategic senior role, you will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer to provide stable leadership to staff and residents in the delivery of the day-to-day leadership of the organisation and residential addiction recovery / resettlement programmes. As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will help lead and motivate the organisation through transformational change to more effectively and sustainably deliver our mission – to help those affected by addiction to heal, transform, and thrive.

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

Your role, in this committed team of 40+ staff, requires balancing management responsibilities alongside a more hands-on approach, including significant contact with our residents. Seeing them undergo the process of transformation, with all the joys and challenges that entails, is what makes our work worthwhile – a tremendous encouragement.

To apply: Please view the full job description and person specification. When you’re ready to apply, click the ‘Apply now’ button to begin your online application, submitting a covering letter, CV and screening question.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact CEO, Maarten Fontein or Administration Manager, Sue Hedger - contact details on our website, which is currently under development.

Closing date: 23.30 Sunday 14th June 2026

Support Coach

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Job Title: Support Coach

Location: This role is based in Chatham, the service is a short walk from Chatham station. Unfortunately, this service does not have step free access.

Salary: £26,200

Shift Pattern:  37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00. You may be required to work bank holidays and outside these hours in line with the needs of the service and residents.

About the Role

We're hiring a Support Coach role to work within the Medway Supported Accommodation team. This team offers support to 52 residents across services in Gillingham, Chatham and Rochester for single homeless people andthose who may have a history of offending, these projects are commissioned by the Medway Council Housing Related Support team.  

As a Support Coach, you will identify individual resident needs and provide person centred, tailored support to residents to help them overcome their personal challenges and achieve their goals, during which we support them to improve their quality of life, access treatment programs, and secure stable housing. Our Medway homeless project focuses on people with a housing related support need we encourage service residents to develop coping strategies and supportive relationships to empower them to maintain their mental health, be a part of the community, and achieve their personal goals. Support enables service residents to significantly improve their opportunities and develop fulfilling and settled lives within the community. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Keep support plans updated on our online portals as appropriate
• Supporting residents with daily tasks who may be facing challenges with complex needs such as mental health, substance use, homelessness and offending backgrounds
• Create tailored support plans through one to one sessions, group sessions, and multi agency meetings
• Holding a caseload, conducting key work sessions which are personable to their needs
• Monitor residents’ wellbeing, carrying out regular welfare checks, and responding to any incidents or emergencies
• Encourage residents to take part in activities and events such as movie nights, cooking evenings, and games nights
• Keep support plans up to date on a regular basis
• Work closely with the rest of the team to provide overall excellent service delivery, this may mean also supporting with their caseloads, and other tasks as necessary
• Carry out general housing management support 

About You

We're looking for a driven and compassionate individual who understands the needs of our residents provide high quality care and support whilst working in a social care setting. You will be a self motivated individual who is able to be proactive in managing your own time during busy or quiet periods to ensure productivity. You will be able to work collaboratively as part of a team, and will have alignment with our SIG values. You will be keen to support our residents to achieve their individual goals and support them to be the best versions of themselves. 

• Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds and/or a good understanding of the sector, particularly around multiple and complex needs
• Ability to show empathy and compassion to our residents, and different challenges they face
• Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents
• Ability to promote the service and provide outreach-based provision, with an ability to liaise and work effectively in partnership with stakeholders
• Ability to use, learn and adapt to IT at an intermediate level, including Microsoft and other software programs
• Understanding of the different needs people with multiple and complex needs have and be aware of the social marginalisation that can be attached to people who face personal challenges
• Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency

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

What we Offer

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

About Social Interest Group (SIG)

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

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

Additional Information

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

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

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

The Programme Manager is part of Mokoro’s small, collaborative Business Support team, with 

responsibility for managing a portfolio of consultancy assignments and supporting business 

development activities.

The role requires strong organisational and project management skills, alongside the ability to 

ensure effective delivery, manage risk, and maintain high standards across all aspects of 

consultancy assignment implementation.

Assignment management (60%)

• Manage a portfolio of consultancy assignments, ensuring effective planning, coordination and delivery
• Manage assignment finances, including budgeting, monitoring, invoicing and payments, in line with company procedures
• Manage assignment-level risks, including conducting risk assessments and ensuring appropriate mitigation measures are in place
• Manage communication between consultants, clients and internal teams
• Ensure effective travel, logistics and administrative arrangements for all assignments
• Oversee duty of care, security and safeguarding arrangements, including travel insurance, safety planning, and compliance with organisational policies
• Act as a focal point for safeguarding and policy compliance, providing guidance and escalating concerns where appropriate
• Maintain accurate assignment and financial records, including updates to internal systems and assignment documentation
• Lead assignment learning and completion processes, including debriefs and final reporting
• Ensure high-quality consultancy outputs, including coordinating proofreading and supporting document production where required

Business development and operational support (30%)

• Contribute to the development of high-quality proposals and tender submissions
• Support business strategy development and organisational reporting
• Maintain and strengthen networks of consultants, clients and partners
• Support engagement with framework agreements and coordinate responses to requests for services
• Contribute to improvements to internal systems and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

General (10%)

• Contribute to knowledge management and organisational learning
• Represent Mokoro in external meetings and events, where appropriate
• Undertake other reasonable duties as required

This post is advertised as an exciting opportunity for an experienced Advice Session Supervisor (ASS) to consolidate their skills and experience or as a development opportunity for an advisor to train to become an ASS within six months of starting in post. If applying as a trainee the starting salary will be on NJC Scale 6 – £35,689 for the first six months whilst undertaking the training.

The post holder will be required to work across all of our offices and outreaches in Southwark according to operational needs.

The role includes:

• Providing advice to the public and undertaking casework on social welfare law issues
• Supervising advice and gateway assessment sessions
• Supporting and supervising staff and volunteers 

To be successful you will need:

• Recent experience of giving advice to the public. This should include having undertaken advice casework.
• Experience of undertaking the role of Advice Session Supervisor or to demonstrate the ability to undertake this role with training provided within 6 months of starting
• To understand, empathise with and be committed to the Service’s aims, principles and equal opportunities policies

Closing Date: 9.00 am Monday 8 June 2026

Interviews: Wednesday June 2026

Forensic Psychologist

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Job Title: Forensic Psychologist

Location: Bermondsey, Close to Surrey Quays station. Please note that this service has step free and lift access. Work from home may be possible, as per prior to agreement. 

Salary: £50,000 (Full time equivalent)

NHS Equivalent Band: 8A 

Shift Pattern: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 09:00 - 17:00. Please note that you may be required to work outside the hours as per service and resident requirements

About the Role

A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Practitioner Psychologist with a Forensic background. You will work alongside the Group Psychological Lead and other members of the team within our Independent Approved Premises (IAP) to deliver psychological services to residents and staff. In this role, you will apply your skills and knowledge in building new teams and expand our operational delivery within our IAP. You will play a strategic role in our organisational growth with new services, with a focus on shaping service delivery; offering specialist advice, supervising assistant psychologists and postgraduate research.

Our IAP's support residents who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. They are given support and guidance to aid their reablement, resettlement and rehabilitation post prison. You will contribute towards them achieving goals necessary for their personal development and move on within the community. 

Key Responsibilities include:

• Providing high quality psychological services, contributing to the delivery of Approved Premises aims as specified by the Ministry of Justice.
• Ensuring all services are delivered in accordance with HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics.
• Demonstrating clinical leadership by setting direction for the psychological service and driving high standards for quality, safety and ongoing improvement.
• Exercising clinical responsibility for residents’ psychological care, showing skill and judgement in selecting appropriate assessments and interventions.
• Consulting with other parties contributing to a resident’s diagnosis, formulation, treatment and risk management in the community.
• Create opportunities to collaborate with peers including AP-based psychologists nationally and OPD pathway psychologists delivering services to APs.
• Model and facilitate a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

About You

We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Psychologist with a strong clinical and forensic background to join our team. The successful candidate will be HCPC-registered with doctoral-level training and experience working with complex client groups. We’re looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You’ll be an excellent communicator, able to convey complex and sensitive information with clarity and empathy. A team player at heart, you’ll build meaningful relationships, champion diversity and inclusion, and embody our values of compassion, empowerment, and innovation in everything you do. We're looking for:

• Doctoral level training accredited by the HCPC in forensic, clinical or counselling psychology
• Experience working as a registered psychologist in the criminal justice system or forensic mental health setting
• Experience of the psychological assessment and treatment of clients presenting with a range of enduring mental health conditions, complex psychological difficulties and risks to self and others
• Experience working in a psychologically informed environment and providing informed consultation to others
• Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision
• Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link with different behaviours and engagement
• Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise
• Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency

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

What we Offer

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

About Social Interest Group (SIG)

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

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

Additional Information

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

Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. 

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

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