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Press & PR Officer
Six-month fixed term contract
£32,800-£34,600 FTE
Full time, 35 hours per week (flexible on 4 days/week if required)
Start: Early September
Hybrid: 1 day per week in London

Are you passionate about storytelling and media relations? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and want to use your skills to make a meaningful impact?

Charity People are looking for a Press & PR Officer to join a charity communications team to help drive positive media coverage that supports their mission. You will work closely with the Press & PR Manager to deliver both reactive and proactive media work, from drafting press materials and managing press enquiries to support campaigns and source compelling stories.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to high-impact comms, and help bring powerful stories to life with their media coverage.

A significant part of the role involves working with their regional partners across the UK to identify compelling local stories, case studies, and spokespeople that highlight their impact. You will help ensure their stories are communicated clearly, consistently, and effectively across national and regional media.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to media enquiries professionally and promptly
• Draft press releases, reactive statements, and media content
• Maintain media inbox, coverage logs, and media lists
• Support media opportunities across the UK, including travel when required
• Develop press kits and briefing documents
• Source human-interest stories and case studies
• Assist with PR campaigns and media logistics
• Monitor press coverage and compile reports
• Track seasonal hooks and news agendas for campaign planning

You will bring:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in a press office, PR agency, or media team
• Confident in drafting press materials and media content
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines
• Strong interest in media and current affairs
• Highly organised, proactive, and eager to learn
• Passion for social impact and community-focused work

This role is set to start asap, so please do not hesitate to send your CV over asap.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Does your extensive experience of delivering  anti-racism, equity and inclusion (AREI) strategies within a complex organisational structure include having collaborated and co-produced solutions with a wide range of stakeholders? Then join Shelter as Head of Equity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism and you could soon be playing a pivotal role within our Equity, Inclusion and Culture Directorate.

About the role

This is a hands-on, practical role for someone who can hit the ground running. You’ll be leading the design and delivery of Anti-Racism, Equity and Inclusion (AREI) plans that turn vision into reality — working across directorates to embed change where it matters most.

You’ll work closely with Directors, HR, and a range of stakeholders to build and deliver programmes that support Shelter’s strategic aims. That means helping teams shift from intention to action — shaping and delivering interventions that have a real, measurable impact. From advising on best practice, facilitating workshops and training, to reporting on progress and helping the organisation stay accountable — this is a role with reach and purpose.

Role specifics

An excellent leader and project manager, your career to date will need to include extensive experience of mobilising teams to support the development of measurable initiatives to drive and embed cultural change and inclusion within an organisation. We’ll particularly be looking for a pragmatic and proactive approach, with a history of co-designing and delivering Equity and Inclusion (E&I) initiatives that resonated with an organisation’s core values and were pivotal for driving forward their ambitious goals. A flair for turning concepts into actionable plans is essential too, as are strong communication and presentation skills and the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of an organisation. In short, you’re a strategic thinker with a values centred approach, E&I expertise and proven experience of leading and managing others. You are a confident leader and experienced project manager, with a solid track record of driving cultural and organisational change. You know what it takes to co-design and deliver initiatives that are grounded in an organisation’s values and relevant to its people.

You bring a practical, collaborative approach — and you’re not afraid to challenge, ask the right questions, and get things moving. You’ve led or supported measurable EDI or anti-racism work before, and you understand how to turn strategy into action. You will take a structured yet flexible planning approach, ensuring delivery stays focused while adapting to the realities of a fast-paced environment.

Crucially, you are someone who brings people with you. You can engage and influence at all levels, communicate clearly, and translate complex ideas into achievable plans. You are values-led, focused on impact, and ready to help push this agenda forward in a meaningful way.

Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.

Benefits 

We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.

Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.

We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

About the team

The Equity, Inclusion and Culture (EIC) Directorate was created in 2021 to look at the future with an equity lens across Shelter and Shelter Scotland as a core part of our strategic aims.  It combines critical enabling functions to achieve this: a defined anti-racism, equity and inclusion programme, effective internal communications and engagement, dedicated lived experience activity, innovative learning, and quality volunteering.   

About Shelter

Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.

We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.

We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.

Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.

Safeguarding statement

Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. 

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

The Talent Set are thrilled to partner with a world-renowned cultural and scientific institution to recruit a passionate and driven Philanthropy Manager. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a pioneering organisation at the forefront of global research, education, and public engagement. This role will involve managing and developing a portfolio of major donors and prospects, crafting compelling proposals, delivering outstanding stewardship, and working collaboratively with senior stakeholders. This is an exciting chance to make a significant impact within a mission-led organisation shaping the future for people and planet.

Key Responsibilities

• Raise significant income from high-net-worth individuals, personally cultivating a portfolio of major donors and securing six-figure+ gifts in support of capital, core, and scientific projects.
• Develop and deliver compelling cases for support, working cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to align fundraising opportunities with donor interests and organisational priorities.
• Plan and implement tailored cultivation and solicitation strategies, leveraging senior stakeholders and leadership where appropriate to maximise donor engagement and giving potential.
• Provide outstanding stewardship and donor relationship management, including high-quality communications, briefings, events, and robust gift reporting.
• Support the development of a strong donor pipeline, mentoring the Philanthropy Executive and contributing to a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting, working closely with Finance and administrative teams to track income, ensure compliance with funding agreements, and uphold data integrity on the CRM system.

Person Specification

• Proven track record of securing and managing gifts from high-net-worth individuals, including prospect research, proposal development, and effective stewardship.
• Direct fundraising experience within the cultural, environmental, or heritage sectors.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of funders, prospects, and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborative and proactive approach to developing high-quality, fundable project proposals in partnership with colleagues.
• Excellent attention to detail, with strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with international donors and an interest and or understanding of global philanthropy trends.

What’s on Offer

Salary: £38,347 per annum, Full Time, Permanent, Hybrid Working

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.

Commitment to Diversity

The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

Salary: £81,869 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Hours Per week: 37.5 hours per week you will be required to work in - person a minimum of two days per week In line with our hybrid working model,

Our Foundation

We are an independent charitable organisation working to build a healthier UK. Health is our most precious asset. Good health enables us to live happy, fulfilling lives, fuels our prosperity, and helps build stronger society. Yet good health remains out of reach for too many people in the UK and services are struggling to provide access to timely, high-quality care.

It doesn't have to be like this. Our mission is to help build a healthier UK by:

1.Improving people's health and reducing inequalities

2.Supporting radical innovation and improvement in health and care services

3.Providing evidence and analysis to improve health and care policy.

We aim for excellence across our work and will achieve this by producing research and analysis, shaping policy and practive, building skills, knowledge, and capacilty and acting as a catalyst for change. Everyone has a stake and a part to play in improving our health. By working together, we can build a healthier UK.

About the role

Are you passionate about shaping policy to improve workforce health and reduce inequalities?  Do you bring deep expertise in the labour market and/or working-age welfare, and a proven ability to influence change at the highest levels?

The Health Foundation is seeking a Senior Fellow to lead a complex and high-impact programme of work focused on employment, welfare, and health. This is a unique opportunity to drive forward the recommendations of the Commission for Healthier Working Lives, shape national policy, and work directly with employers to test innovative workplace interventions that support better workforce health.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a strong grasp of employment and/or welfare policy and its impact on health.
• Brings experience in shaping and delivering complex programmes of work.
• Is confident representing an organisation externally, including with senior stakeholders and in the media.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with high levels of autonomy.
• Communicates with clarity and influence, producing high-quality policy outputs.

• Is proactive, strategic, and committed to reducing health inequalities.

You’ll join the Economic Determinants of Health team within the Healthy Lives directorate. Our work focuses on the wider determinants of health, such as employment, education, and housing—and how they shape people’s lives. We use our independence and endowment to innovate, influence, and test real-world solutions that can drive long-term change.

How to apply

Our priority is to find the right individual for each opportunity. We are dedicated to building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and invite you to find out more. If you would like to apply, please submit your CV, and using no more than 1000 words answer the following application questions:

1. Describe your experience of working in employment, welfare and/or health. Include the programmes of work you have delivered, where your policy and analysis skills are strongest and where you have expertise?

2.Share your achievements in developing ideas that have had an influence on national or local employment or health policy. How did you make the case for change and gain traction for the idea?

3.Give an example where you have led a programme with a number of different elements of varying levels of complexity and duration? How did you go about designing this programme, ensuring it ran to time and had the intended impact?

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity 

We are committed to an inclusive hiring process, where every candidate has the chance to showcase their unique skills and experience in an accessible, and supported environment, to ensure that we can make the best appointment for each job on merit.We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage those from underrepresented groups in this field to apply to us.

We have identified three diverse groups, in particular, we want to achieve a better balance across our organisation between men and women, increase representation of people from black and ethnic minority backgrounds and recruit more people with disabilities. As part of this commitment, we particularly welcome applications from these groups.

Apply to join our team and let's work towards building a diverse and inclusive workplace together. Help us work together to make the recruitment process and potential future employment more accessible and enjoyable for you.

Closing date: August 25, 2025, at 23:00

Interview date: September 4 or 5, 2025

About us:

Drinkaware is the UK’s leading alcohol charity with a vision of working together to reduce alcohol harm. We use our expertise to give governments, industry, communities and individuals the knowledge and support to make informed decisions about alcohol and how to reduce the harm it can cause. We deliver public-facing campaigns and digital services, information and guidance, evidence-led advice to governments and industry and independent research, consumer insight and evaluation

The Drinkaware Trust is funded primarily through voluntary, unrestricted donations from alcohol producers, wholesalers, and on- and off-trade retailers, but acts entirely independently

Vision: Working together to reduce alcohol harm across the UK

Mission: Using our expertise to give governments, industry, communities and individuals the knowledge and support to make informed decisions about alcohol and how to reduce the harm it can cause. Delivered though:

• Public-facing campaigns and digital services, information and guidance
• Evidence-led advice to governments and industry
• Independent research, consumer insight and evaluation

Values: Solid Reasoning; Clarity with Empathy; Understanding and Connecting; Principled Partnership; Determination and Curiosity

Our Drinkaware staff team is friendly, professional and inclusive.  We care about what we do and how we work together and bring our values to life.  Drinkaware invests in staff development through regular one to one meetings, a generous individual training budget, teatime tutorials and staff awaydays, and an annual learning and wellbeing grant. 

Location: 35 Chiswell St, London EC1Y 4SE

Drinkaware’s benefits include:

• Hybrid working arrangements
• 30 days leave (plus Bank Holidays, and your birthday)
• Matched company pension scheme
• Life assurance cover
• BUPA Private Healthcare
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee assistance programme
• Annual learning and wellbeing grant
• Perks and discount platform. 

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About the role:

The Alcohol Behavioural Change Specialist is responsible for collaboratively designing and implementing, evidence-based programmes applying appropriate behavioural change models aimed at reducing alcohol-related harm, and promoting long-term behavioural change related to alcohol consumption.

As a leading charity focused on alcohol harm reduction, the postholder will be Drinkaware’s internal expert regarding alcohol harm to individuals and will have a good understanding of brief interventions, as well as information, advice and guidance including quality assurance across our work. They will work across the organisation providing expert advice and guidance.

Programme & Intervention Development

• Work with the Head of operations to develop and implement personalised intervention strategies to help individuals reduce alcohol consumption, using evidence-based behavioural change techniques through our app and other digital tools.

• Collaborate with lived experience panel and Independent Advisory Panel to create comprehensive alcohol-related behavioural health programmes.

• Utilise your experience of motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), and other evidence-based practices to promote lasting change in alcohol use behaviours across Drinkaware’s activity.

• Stay up to date on the latest research in alcohol use, behavioural change methods to inform programme development and interventions.

Content & Communication

• Work with the Marketing & Content team to produce engaging content for public audiences ensuring accuracy and effectiveness of advice and guidance in all Drinkaware messaging.

• Work with the Digital and Content team to ensure the Drinkaware website content is relevant and up to date.

• Presenting our insights, programmes and tools to external stakeholders including funders, public health departments etc.

Insight & Evaluation

• Work with the Research team in the translation of research insights and publications into programme development.

• Work with the Impact team to ensure impact monitoring and quality assurance is embedded in all work undertaken by Drinkaware and support colleagues to monitor and measure the quality of its work with a view to ensuring high quality standards and continuous improvement.

Governance & Safeguarding

• Work with the Head of Operations to ensure Safeguarding is embedded within all programme delivery.

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About you:

This role requires a deep understanding of psychological theories, behavioural science, and addiction, along with practical experience in behavioural interventions.

Qualifications and/or experience

• Degree or higher in Psychology, Behavioural change, Public Health, or a related field. Certification or training in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or other relevant therapeutic approaches is highly desirable.

Essential Criteria / Key Skills

• Strong understanding of behavioural science theories and experience of how to apply them to alcohol use, with proficiency in delivering behavioural change techniques.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing behavioural change interventions, particularly in the context of alcohol or addiction.
• Experience with digital health applications is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate individuals at all stages of behavioural change.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess, plan, and implement effective behavioural change programmes.
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience of working in the health sector and have a passion for reducing alcohol harm in the UK.
• Experience working in partnership with internal and external agencies and organisation
• Experience of working collaboratively across internal departments and teams
• Knowledge of public health initiatives and policies related to alcohol use.
• Data analysis and program evaluation experience.
• Confident public speaker able to represent Drinkaware at events, conferences and in the media.
• Ability to work independently and autonomously, prioritise tasks, and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Understanding of safeguarding legislation and practical application in delivery of programmes
• Able to manage sensitive conversations with professionalism and care and resilient when under pressure.
• An energetic and committed ambassador for Drinkaware, our mission and values

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To apply

For further information please refer to the attached job description, our applicant privacy policy and read more about Drinkaware on our website.

Closing date: 9am, Tuesday 26 August 2025

Apply for this post by clicking on the 'Apply' link.  You should submit an up-to-date CV and a brief covering letter (maximum two pages) that outlines how you meet the requirements outlined in the 'About You' section and what you would bring to Drinkaware.

Interviews may be carried out on Teams or in person at our Moorgate offices.

Drinkaware is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds and sections of the community. 

No agency support is required

Harris Hill is proud to be working on behalf of Positively UK, a charity that champions the voices and wellbeing of people living with HIV, to recruit a Fundraising & Communications Officer to join their growing team.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a confident, creative communicator who’s eager to develop their fundraising experience in a supportive, impact-driven organisation. Recent graduates or early-career fundraisers are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the Role

Location: Anywhere in the UK, with travel to London office around once a month (or more if preferred)
Salary: £26,000, rising to £27,500–£28,000 per annum
Contract: 12-month contract (with possibility of extension)
Deadline: Monday, 11th August 2025
Interviews: Virtual interviews on Wednesday, 13th August 2025

This is a varied and exciting new role, ideal for someone who enjoys juggling creative communications, events, and donor engagement. The role is full-time and will be split across different duties:

• 3 days per week dedicated to individual giving and donor communications
• 1 day per week supporting with administration and coordination
• 1 additional day per week (starting in January) supporting the delivery of Positively UK's annual conference in June

You’ll also get the chance to represent the charity at key events such as the Red Run, World AIDS Day, and national HIV conferences—and even participate in international travel where appropriate.

You’ll be working closely with the Fundraising and Communications Lead, learning and leading across digital fundraising, donor stewardship, social media, campaign delivery, and supporter engagement.

Who They’re Looking For

This role would suit someone who is:

• A great communicator, both written and verbal
• Well-organised with good attention to detail
• Confident using social media and digital tools to engage audiences
• Interested in social impact, health equity, or human rights
• Comfortable working flexibly and collaboratively across a small team

Previous fundraising experience is welcome but not essential—we’re open to candidates with transferable skills and a genuine passion to learn and contribute.

You’ll benefit from:

• 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and Christmas closure)
• A friendly, inclusive and values-led working culture
• The chance to shape a brand-new individual giving programme
• Opportunities for international engagement and professional development
• Flexibility to be based anywhere in the UK, with monthly travel to London and the option to be in more frequently if desired

To Apply
Please send your CV and a cover letter (max 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role to  by Monday 11^th August 2025 9am

Harris Hill is a certified B Corp™ and a leading charity recruitment agency, committed to equitable and inclusive recruitment practices. Applications from all sections of the community are actively welcomed, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics.

Introducing Chance UK

Join Our Team

Do you believe every child deserves the chance of a better future? 

We’re a small team with a big ambition – to help every child flourish. The need for our work has never been greater and we are in an exciting period of growth in order to meet that challenge. 

We provide a range of empowering services for children aged 5-13 and their parents and carers. We pride ourselves on developing evidence-based services, which put children at the heart of our work, and our services are designed to build social and emotional skills and resilience. 

We know what we do works. We provide our unique support in a variety of ways and working at Chance UK puts you right at the heart of changing children’s and families’ lives. You will be a core part of our team, so it is vital you share our values and support our mission. 

It is important that our team reflects the diversity of the communities we work with. We are actively seeking people from diverse ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, people who identify as male and people from LGBTQ+ communities. We are also keen to hear from those who have lived or professional experience of the issues we work on, including school exclusion and Special Education Needs and Disability (SEND). 

We value our team through offering a range of benefits, including: 

• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, 2 Wellbeing days, an extra celebration day, and additional leave over Christmas 
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%, entitlement from the start of your employment 
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and shared parental leave 
• Flexible working 
• Enhanced Sick Pay 
• Access to employee assistance programme

Please note that Chance UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and therefore our recruitment process for this post will include an enhanced DBS check 

Key Information

• Reporting to: Senior Communications and External Affairs Manager
• Employment type: Part time (0.8 FTE)
• Direct reports: None
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Pro-rated at 30 hours per week)
• Location: Office based. We are a hybrid-working organisation. Our main office is a few minutes from Old Street station.
• Start date: ASAP
• Salary: £40,000 (Pro-rated at £32,000 per year)
• Closing date: Sunday 17th August at midnight
• Interviews:

First round of interviews (online): Monday 1st September and Tuesday 2nd September 2025
Second round of interviews (in-person): Wednesday 3rd September and Thursday 4th September 2025

About the Role 

It is an exciting time in Chance UK’s history. Following the launch this year of our new Organisational Strategy, A Chance to Belong, we are expanding our Impact and evaluation team for the exciting times ahead. We are proud to be a learning organisation. Our programmes are rooted in a proved evidence base, and our impact has been proven to be both significant and long lasting. The Impact and Evaluation Manager will join us at an exciting time. Following our strategic review, expanded service offer and new operating model we will be working with leading social researchers to ensure that our evaluation tools, processes, systems and data sets continue to be fit for purpose and develop a whole organisation theory of change and value for money framework. Beyond this vital workstream, the Impact and Evaluation Manager will strengthen our ability to elevate the voices and experience of young people and their families as we look to strengthen the system, and, using our evidence base, speak to the short mid- and long-term benefits of early intervention and prevention in key sector debates including but not exclusively behaviour and attendance policies in schools. 

You will play a vital role in supporting the organisation continue to monitor and understand the impact of our work and provide insight reports to inform decision making.

Click to see the full job description and find out more about this role.

A global movement working to protect animals and advance their welfare wherever they are at risk is seeking an Executive Director to lead its United Kingdom operations. Whether it’s challenging the fur trade, fighting to end trophy hunting imports, eliminating cruel farming practices or ending the brutal dog meat trade in Asia, this organisation’s campaigns are making a real difference for animals. The UK branch is at the heart of that mission, helping to deliver international impact while also shaping a distinct UK voice in the animal protection movement.

With a newly launched global brand, a track record of sustainable growth and a strong foundation of support, the organisation is entering an exciting new chapter.

Executive Director, United Kingdom
London, with hybrid working
Circa £120,000 per annum

This is a unique opportunity to lead the UK operations of a dynamic global organisation, by championing its values, inspiring the team, and driving forward strategic priorities.

The Executive Director will lead all aspects of the UK entity, from setting direction, strengthening operations, guiding a skilled team, and supporting the public and philanthropic profile. The role involves working closely with the Board of Trustees and global colleagues to align UK strategy with international goals, while ensuring a responsive approach to the opportunities and challenges of the UK’s political and charitable landscape.

With support from a dedicated UK team as well as colleagues across the globe, the Executive Director will play a central role in a movement that’s transforming lives, for both animals and people.

We’re looking for a strategic, values-driven leader who brings:

• A track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams at a senior level.
• Experience of managing charity operations, budgets and governance frameworks.
• A collaborative and inclusive leadership style, with a passion for team wellbeing and development as well as working with a range of internal colleagues.
• Experience or interest in acting as an ambassador, representing an organisation to a range of stakeholders.

While direct experience in animal welfare is not required, you must share our belief in a more humane world — and bring the drive, credibility, and compassion to lead our UK team into its next phase of growth and impact.

For further information, to access the appointment brief and to apply to this role, please click on "redirect to recruiter"

Recruitment Timetable 

Deadline for applications: Monday 25th August 2025

Interviews with Prospectus: 29th August – 5th September 2025

Interviews with organisation - UK: 18th September (afternoon) and 19th September (afternoon) 2025

Job Title: Facilities Technician (Electrical Bias)
Location: Gilwell Park, Chingford, E4 7QW
Salary: £34,465 per annum (Band D, Level 3, incl. London weighting & market supplement)
Contract Type: Permanent, on-site role
Working Hours: 35 hours per week

About Us & The Role 

Join our fast-paced, supportive Facilities team at Scouts HQ and help keep our buildings and estates running smoothly, enabling thousands of young people to enjoy life-changing adventures each year.

We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Facilities Technician with a strong electrical background who’s confident working across a wide range of maintenance tasks. From fault finding, modifications, new installation, and repairs to compliance checks and planned preventative maintenance, you’ll play a hands-on role in keeping our sites safe, functional, and fit for purpose.

What you’ll be doing as our Facilities Technician :

• Carrying out electrical installs, maintenance, testing, and fault diagnosis across sites
• Supporting general building & maintenance works (basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, etc.)
• Managing and prioritising tasks using our CAFM system
• Ensuring safety compliance across all work and documentation
• Collaborating with contractors and supporting projects and upgrades

What you’ll bring as our Facilities Technician:

• Experience with electrical systems (single/three phase, SWA, BS 7671)
• Good knowledge of H&S, compliance, and building maintenance standards
• A team player with strong initiative and a proactive, can-do attitude
• Comfortable using digital systems and interpreting technical documentation
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors and at height

18th Edition certifications and a driving license are required

This is a great opportunity to work in a varied, hands-on role with a highly skilled team, where no two days are the same and your work makes a real impact.

??Benefits:

• We are an award-winning Charity of the Year (Charity Times Awards 2022) with over 400 employees across multiple locations across the country.
• 28 days holiday and going up to 32 days after 2 years’ service plus additional days at Christmas
• Flexible working hours
• Work in a way that suits you, your role, and your department
• Double matching pension up to 10% of gross salary
• Family-friendly employer with generous family leave
• Learning and Development/training opportunities via our internal learning hub

For a full list of our benefits, click .

Closing date for applications: 11:59 pm Sunday 17th August 2025

Interviews will be held in person, week commencing Monday 1st September 2025

The Scouts is an equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We offer flexible working arrangements to support diverse needs and lifestyles, ensuring that our teams can thrive both professionally and personally. We welcome and encourage applicants from all walks of life, believing that varied perspectives strengthen our innovation and community. Your unique experiences and ideas are essential to our success, and we look forward to hearing from all voices.

Strictly no agencies.

Are you passionate about retail and looking for an exciting opportunity to grow your career? We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Retail Partnerships Admin Assistant to join our vibrant team for a 10-month fixed term contract. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a knack for building strong relationships, this role is perfect for you!

As a Retail Partnerships Admin Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our retail partnerships team. Your responsibilities will include managing administrative tasks, coordinating with retail partners, and ensuring smooth communication between departments. You’ll play a key role in our team, helping to drive our retail partnerships to new heights.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting in the management of retail partnerships, including maintaining records and tracking performance.
• Supporting on campaigns and events
• Collaborating with the new goods team and reporting on revenue
• Data analysis and reporting
• Providing exceptional administrative support to the retail partnerships team, including mailbox management, coordinating meetings and reports.

About you

We’re looking for someone who is proactive, organised, and has a keen eye for detail. You’ll have excellent communication skills and the ability to multitask effectively. You should be a team player with a positive attitude and a passion for retail.

To succeed in the role, you’ll have:

• Previous experience in an administrative role, preferably within the retail industry.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
•  Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

About us

We value and respect every individual’s unique contribution, celebrate diversity, and make inclusion part of what we do every day.

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed.

Working arrangements

Please note this is a fixed-term contract covering family leave up until June 2026.

This is a blended role, where your work will be dual located between your home and either or London or Northampton office.

At BHF we believe in the power of being together, so our colleagues on blended contracts can expect to spend some time in their office, at least one day each week, on average. The use of our office spaces is driven in part by your role and the activities you need to do. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause.

Benefits

To find out more about the benefits available at the BHF please download our benefits document at the bottom of our advert page.

Interview process

First stage interviews will consist of a one-way video interview. Second stage interviews will be via Teams. They are due to be held w/c 8th September. 

We are Hestia. We make a difference.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for an Intervention Worker to play a pivotal role in our Criminal Justice Service in Battersea.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

Approved Premises (APs) work with high-risk people released from prison, providing a vital element in public protection arrangements. APs offer a level of contact, support and supervision within the community that is unique within the Criminal Justice System. This is an opportunity to be part of a dedicated, enthusiastic staff team at our male Approved Premises in Battersea, playing a key role in pro-social modelling, rehabilitation and community reintegration for those ready to make positive choices.

Working closely with Probation Officers and other community services such as police, health, housing and substance misuse, we provide a stepping stone from prison into the community.

As a member of the Approved Premises team, you will model pro-social behavior and foster a positive, respectful culture with both clients and colleagues. You will actively engage with residents, supporting communal activities such as meal preparation, and contribute to the delivery of individual sentence plans in collaboration with probation officers, police, and external agencies.

Your role will involve providing administrative and practical support, ensuring daily tasks are completed, and following all operational protocols. You will encourage compliance and enforce rules relating to curfews and drug and alcohol testing as required. Keeping colleagues, multi-agency partners, and management informed is essential.

You will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining the health, safety, security, cleanliness, and well-being of the premises and residents, utilizing tools such as CCTV, observation, and direct personal contact. Accurate, timely record-keeping and appropriate information sharing with respect for confidentiality are critical components of this role.

Using your initiative, you will identify and address additional tasks or emerging issues, working within the service to maintain an enabling environment. Adherence to the Approved Premises Manual, Hestia policies, and relevant justice service requirements is expected, alongside consistently demonstrating The Hestia Approach.

This role involves working closely with high-risk offenders transitioning from prison to community life, providing a unique level of daily support, supervision, and tailored interventions. You will empower residents to take responsibility for themselves while maintaining appropriate boundaries and supervision. The position operates on a rolling rota covering early, late, weekend, and night shifts to ensure continuous support and public protection.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Here's what the team will be looking for

The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to engage and communicate effectively with others, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness in their approach. They should maintain an optimistic outlook regarding people's capacity for change and the possibility of positive outcomes. A quick learner who can efficiently gather information and make well-founded decisions is essential.

The candidate must be able to maintain firm boundaries and exercise authority legitimately while working in a pro-social and positive manner. Competence in receiving, processing, and accurately recording detailed information is required, along with ensuring appropriate sharing of information within confidentiality guidelines. An understanding of the emotional and behavioral impacts of trauma is important, as is the ability to work sensitively with individuals who display a wide range of emotions, behaviors, and communication challenges.

The candidate should be a team player who leads by example and takes a practical, hands-on approach to tasks such as cooking, gardening, household chores, and leisure activities. Finally, knowledge of safeguarding principles and the ability to identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns are essential.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

The DRIVE Service Manager will be responsible for mobilising the expansion project across London, working closely with all Boroughs and te Drive Central Team.

The DRIVE Team (Case Managers and Team Leaders) will develop and co-ordinate an individual, multi-modal intervention plan for each Service User, which will incorporate support and/or disruption strategies; a pro-active approach to Service User engagement and commitment to working towards attitudinal and behavioural change, whilst keeping the victim’s safety central to any interventions implemented. The Service Manager will seek to ensure this role is carried out fairly, and take organisational responsibility for risk.

The DRIVE Service Manager will also line manage DRIVE Team Leaders and Case Managers where needed

Management and Development:

· Provide each Team Leader/Case Manager with monthly Case Management Supervision.

· As part of the monthly Case management supervision process, the Team Leaders and Case Manager should be given the opportunity to discuss Service User cases; exploring concerns, reviewing assessment decisions and developing a collaborative individual intervention plan.

· Ensure that the service is managed in accordance with its governing documents from the DRIVE case management manual.

· Provide annual appraisal and regular support and supervision reviews to ensure that great performance is recognised; and that poor performance, and welfare issues affecting performance, are addressed. Offering Clinical Supervision as necessary.

· Support, manage and develop Team Leaders and Case Managers, promoting wellbeing and growth within their roles.

· Ensure Team Leaders and Case Managers maintain safeguarding training up to date in line with local protocols.

· Ensure Team Leaders and Case Managers attend all training delivered by RESPECT and other relevant training.

· Ensure that all safeguarding and critical incidents are reported in a timely manner following the appropriate protocols.

Management and Performance:

· Provide routine reports to the Project Director, funders and stakeholders so that they can assess the overall performance of the service.

· To ensure that the required data is recorded on the Drive case management system, so that the evaluation, performance management and service learning is maximised.

· Represent the service at local and national events; deliver training and presentations as appropriate in partnership with the Project Director.

· Contribute to the learning from the Drive Pilot through service reviews, working with the Drive Evaluators, supporting the Drive Partnership in addressing implementation and ongoing delivery

Strategic Management

· Develop and maintain links with other agencies, both as an individual and as a service; developing protocols, referral procedures, skills sharing and joint working with external partners as appropriate.

· Attend and partake the Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Panel (DAPP) and MARAC meetings.

· Develop and maintain effective links with other agencies, attending strategic and operational working groups as appropriate.

· Demonstrate a proactive approach to resolving barriers to achieving the Drive objectives with other professionals and services.

· Share best practice with other Service Managers to further develop the role and the Drive project in general.

· Work with the Director, Practice Adviser, Steering Group and Drive Project Evaluators to maximise learning from the pilot sites and modify the model according to findings from data on what is proving effective.

· Develop and share ideas for service innovation, exploring options for implementation locally and informing the potential for national roll-out on conclusion of the pilot phase.

Recording and administrative tasks:

· Supervision sessions will be recorded on the Case Management Supervision pro- forma, and form part of the quality assurance and staff support and supervision processes as well as informing the personal and professional development of the Team leader Case Manager.

· Ensure that Team Leader and Case Managers’ files and records are accurate and complete, submitted at the appropriate data collection milestones and that both are kept and are in compliance with General Data Protection Regulations 2018 (GDPR), the UK Data Protection Act 2018 and meet IMR (Internal Management Report for Domestic Homicide Reviews DHR) recording standards.

· Maintain an accurate and secure audit trail of all relevant communication in compliance with GDPR 2018.

· Support Team Leaders and Case Managers to use the Drive Project electronic case management system accurately and consistently for all their work.

General tasks:

· Be a strong advocate for RISE delivery, representing RISE and its strategic direction at key stakeholder events.

· Attend management meetings as directed by line manager.

A values-driven non-profit is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to oversee finance and operations. This is a senior leadership role requiring vision, collaboration, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams spanning Finance, Governance, IT, Health & Safety, and Facilities, ensuring effective systems and practices are in place. Act as a strategic partner in support of executive decision-making.
• Drive long-term business planning, including the development of three-year strategic plans and annual cycles.
• Lead the finance function to ensure optimal use of resources aligned with organisational goals. Deliver accurate financial planning, reporting, and analysis, and oversee budgeting, forecasting, and control processes.
• Oversee and conclude the annual audit process with rigour and transparency.
• Serve as Company Secretary, holding executive responsibility for governance, legal and regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk management.
• Provide expert guidance on tax strategy and ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations.
• Collaborate with IT leadership to shape digital infrastructure strategy and oversee major system improvements, including financial systems and process optimisation.
• Support organisational change and development initiatives to build a collaborative, high-performing culture. Lead operational process improvements to enhance cross-departmental efficiency.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement, mentoring staff and supporting professional growth across teams.
• Oversee the strategic use of office premises, ensuring physical infrastructure enables effective delivery of organisational objectives.

Requirements

• A qualified accountant with significant experience in senior leadership roles, within the not-for-profit sector.
• Strong track record in strategic financial planning and working closely with Boards; in-depth knowledge of Charity SORP, experience preparing statutory accounts, and sound understanding of charity law and regulatory frameworks, including company secretarial responsibilities.
• Proven experience of managing central services, including governance, IT, infrastructure, health & safety, and facilities functions.
• A strategic, adaptable leader with experience driving organisational change, implementing new ways of working, and developing effective, resilient teams through periods of transformation.
• Commercially astute and technically skilled, with excellent interpersonal, facilitation, negotiation, and influencing abilities; able to build trust and inspire high performance.
• Collaborative and consultative approach, with the ability to engage and influence a broad range of stakeholders.
• Strong alignment with the values and mission of a purpose-driven organisation.
• Willing and able to travel within the UK (and occasionally internationally), with flexibility to work outside standard hours when needed.

This role is open to candidates with the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship. This role offers hybrid working with the candidate expected to be in the office once every 2 weeks, more during busy periods. This role is full-time, however, working 4 days/week.

One-to-one delivery:

· Deliver a wide range of interventions, predominantly one to ones, embedding in a culturally informed and multi-agency approach to domestic abuse in the area.

· Ensure delivery is in accordance with tasks outlined in the RISE Domestic Abuse Perpetrator manual and process mapping.

· Adhere to relevant CIFA and other manuals and deliver programme sessions to ensure the integrity of delivery, which is overseen by the Advanced Practitioner and Team Leader.

-       Apply specialised materials to support your delivery to racialised and marginalised communities.

Be responsible and accountable for working with Advanced Practitioner, Domestic Abuse safety advice and line manager to ensure risk is reviewed on a weekly basis.
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Practitioners will comply with the appropriate audit standards when working with perpetrators in line with RESPECT or HMPPS’s requirements.
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Use motivational interviewing techniques and strength-based approaches in building a range of therapeutic skills to engage with service users to address their abusive behaviour.
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Encourage and facilitate learning with participants on 1.-2-1 or group setting, including proactively working to elicit behavioural change and acceptance of their behaviour towards their partner, or ex- partner.
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Work closely with other professionals to ensure appropriate steps are taken to protect where there is an imminent risk to another person. Apply RISE’s escalation procedures.
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Be personally accountable for the completion of assessments, mid-way reports, and End of Intervention reports, and ensure they are to a high standard.
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Provide support and consultancy to other professionals to ensure appropriateness of referrals and improve understanding on domestic abuse.
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Ensure effective planning for the delivery of each intervention with a co-practitioner (if groupwork) in advance of the session.
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Participate in and pass the necessary training to be able to deliver all interventions.
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Assist or lead on the delivery of training courses.
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Create and maintain an effective partnership working with statutory, private, and voluntary agencies to address the issue of domestic abuse.
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Work with families and extended family members to tackle abuse within the home.
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Where appropriate, apply pre-session motivational or Deniers sessions prior to attendance on the main course or groupwork intervention.
Integrating the Safety Support Service:
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Liaise and engage closely with the Domestic Abuse Safety Advisor to increase the safety of partners, ex-partners and children of the servicer user to manage the risk and develop treatment goals.
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Prior to delivering of Domestic Abuse Interventions, liaise and share information with RISE Domestic Abuse Safety Officers to ensure an integrated and culturally sensitive approach is applied to risk management.
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Attend monthly risk review meetings with Domestic Abuse Safety Advisor and Senior practitioners to ensure effective risk management procedures are always applied.
Recording and administrative tasks:
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Ensure timely and accurate recording of all relevant data (attendance, feedback, mid-way and end of intervention reports) using systems provided and in line with performance standards.
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Maintain an accurate audit trail of all relevant communication with partner organisations involved.
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Complete specialist risk and vulnerability assessments, and reports as per templates provided.
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Ensure completion of pre and post questionnaires in line with RISE’s Social Impact strategy.