Support work jobs

Are you looking for a rewarding role working for an intersectional feminist organisation? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our team as Floating Support Worker at Solace Women's Aid.

We exist to end the harm caused by gender-based violence. Our aim is to prevent violence and abuse, as well as provide services that meet the individual needs of survivors, particularly women and children. Our work is holistic and empowering, working alongside survivors to achieve independent lives free from abuse

The Floating Support Worker will complete risk and needs assessments, develop safety and support plans, and provide ongoing support to survivors of domestic abuse whose level of risk has reduced to medium risk following specialist intervention. The postholder will hold a caseload of survivors requiring practical, emotional and advocacy support to help them increase their safety, access appropriate services, regain independence and work towards their longer-term goals.

We're looking for someone who is highly organised and self-motivated as well as being passionate about ending gender-based violence. You have a “can-do‟ approach and will show demonstrable commitment to Solace’s feminist approach to supporting women and their children to be safer.

Additional Information

This is a part-time, hybrid role at 18.75 hours per week. The postholder will work 1.5 days remotely and one day per week from the Enfield office.

The salary for this role is £29,385 - £30,671 (Unqualified) or £30,671 - £33,438 (Qualified), pro-rata for part time hours.

What we can offer you

We provide a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees, including:

• Flexible working
• Focus on learning and development (internal career progression and training)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Employer pension contribution
• Family-friendly leave and enhanced maternity pay
• Access to Inclusion Networks
• Daily clinical debriefing
• Two paid wellbeing days
• Employee Assistance Programme providing free 24/7 support and advice
• Employee Benefits Platform offering staff discounts, benefits, and savings
• Flow & Restore yoga classes
• Meditation sessions
• Cycle to Work Scheme

How to apply

Please submit your CV and Supporting Statement through the recruitment portal. When applying for this role, kindly highlight in your Supporting Statement how your values, knowledge, transferable skills, and experience align with each point within the following sections of the Job Profile Document:

• Values, Behaviours & Competencies
• Knowledge, Experience and Skills

Solace Women's Aid values diversity, promotes equity, and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, abilities, perspectives, and lived experiences.

We anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments as needed and support employees who acquire a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.

This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. Section 7(2)(e) of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 applies. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

No agencies

Application deadline: Sunday 30th August 2026, 23:59.

Interviews are expected to take place on Friday 4th September 2026, with an additional interview date on Tuesday 8 September 2026 if required.

For full job description and person specification, please see the attached documents.

Our values 

Tackling homelessness requires systemic and societal change. Person-centred support helps people achieve better outcomes. Evidence and learning guide better decisions. When communities have a voice and take action, we can build stronger futures together.  
 
Curiosity guides us to listen and understand the context, community needs and political environment. 

Creativity drives us to remain open-minded and tailor solutions with fresh thinking.

Collaboration is key; we build relationships to strengthen our mission.

Tenacity ensures that we pursue lasting change with determination and patience. 
 

Job Summary
As our Corporate and Community Partnerships Fundraiser, you will build meaningful relationships with businesses, community organisations and local people across Bristol, generating sustainable income and long-term support through corporates, community fundraising and events.

You will secure long-term, mutually beneficial income from the corporate sector across a range of disciplines and formats, including long-term partnerships, Charity of the Year, cause-related marketing and sponsorship. You will develop and secure new partnerships with Bristol's businesses, while nurturing and account managing existing partnerships.

Alongside this, the Fundraiser will grow support within the local community by developing relationships with organisations such as clubs, schools and faith groups. You will also encourage individuals, groups and organisations to support Caring in Bristol through community fundraising initiatives and events.

The Corporate & Community Partnerships Fundraiser will be responsible for researching key prospective sectors, companies and organisations, sector activities and the business marketplace, to compile lists of key targets, as agreed with the Public Fundraising Manager. You will develop and manage an ongoing pipeline of prospects, that have a clearly defined target outcome and value.

Personal Specification
We expect you to meet most of these criteria. However, we don’t expect you to meet every point and welcome applicants with transferrable skills and an ability to apply themselves in a new context.

Essential

• Proven experience securing fundraising income. Experience in corporate partnerships, community fundraising or events is preferred, although experience in other fundraising disciplines (such as trusts and foundations, major donors or individual giving) will also be considered.
• Excellent relationship and account management, networking and influencing skills, with the ability to inspire audiences and build and maintain strong partnerships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write compelling fundraising proposals and deliver persuasive presentations.
• Ability to tailor your communications to a wide range of businesses, community organisations and individuals across a variety of formats and channels (phone, email, in person, public speaking, presentations, meetings).
• Ability to identify and develop creative fundraising opportunities that maximise income and supporter engagement.
• Strong research and prospecting skills, with the ability to identify and prioritise new opportunities.
• Good organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage a variety of tasks and workload and the ability to monitor opportunities arising.
• Excellent IT, numeracy and analytical skills.

Desirable

• Proven experience in a relevant business, not-for-profit, social enterprises/start-ups or charity setting with a proven track record of securing income or partnerships from corporates and/or community and events.
• Experience developing bespoke sponsorship, partnership or fundraising proposals and solutions for businesses and community groups.
• A solid understanding of modern fundraising techniques, including digital engagement and interaction.
• Experience and/or knowledge of CRM systems, preferably Donorfy.
• Knowledge of Fundraising Regulations and best practice, Data Protection and GDPR.
• Experience of managing a budget.
• Experience of working with volunteers.

#Community #Corporate #Partnership #Fundraiser #Homelessness #Bristol

Business Support Officer

• Duration: Temporary for 4 months
• Pay: £16.48 - £19.24 per hour (equivalent to £30,000 - £35,000 FTE)
• Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week), with 4 days considered
• Location: Hybrid, with 3 days per week in the London office (W1)
• Start: ASAP

Charity People is delighted to be partnering with a long-established Armed Forces charity to recruit for a temporary Business Support Officer.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator to join a small, friendly team of five during a period of transition.

Working closely with the Charity Director, you will provide high-quality administrative and operational support across the organisation. The role requires someone who is highly organised, confident supporting senior stakeholders, and comfortable coordinating Board and Trustee meetings.

Alongside supporting the day-to-day running of the charity, you'll also assist with a practical project involving the organisation and cataloguing of the charity's archive and artwork collection.

About the Charity

The charity has been supporting serving and veteran members of the UK Armed Forces and their families for over a century, helping people access vital healthcare and wellbeing support. Following significant organisational change, the charity is focused on grant-making and stewarding its assets to continue making a meaningful difference to beneficiaries.

About the Role

You will:

• Provide day-to-day administrative support across the charity
• Coordinate Board and Trustee meetings from start to finish
• Prepare and distribute meeting papers and board packs
• Take accurate minutes and maintain action logs
• Arrange meeting rooms, catering and meeting logistics
• Assist with set up for the in-person Board and Committee meetings
• Manage records, filing systems and organisational documentation
• Support diary management and meeting coordination for senior stakeholders
• Assist with office administration and operational support
• Help organise and catalogue archive and artwork collections
• Provide flexible support to a small team of five staff members

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience in a senior administrative, executive support or coordinator role
• Has supported senior leaders, Boards, Committees or Trustees
• Has experience preparing meeting papers and board packs
• Is confident taking accurate minutes and following up on actions
• Has excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail
• Is comfortable managing multiple priorities simultaneously
• Has a proactive and flexible approach
• Enjoys working within a small team where everyone contributes
• Is happy combining executive support responsibilities with general administration

How to apply:

Please submit your CV as soon as possible to be considered for this opportunity.

Interviews will take place in person on Tuesday 25^th August, with a view to making an appointment as quickly as possible.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to ensure the application process works for you.

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.

Faith at Work Coordinator

We are looking for someone to lead the Faith at Work offering, including coordinating key events for staff.

This is an exciting time to join the team, with several strategic initiatives underway.

With 75 years of experience, the focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. The organisation helps children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by Christian faith.

Come join the 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Position: Faith at Work Coordinator

Location: Milton Keynes

Hours: Part time, 2 days per week 15 hours

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £30,874.00 pro rata

Closing Date for applications: August 25, 2026

About the Role

Key duties include:

• Coordinate and host weekly staff devotions.
• Coordinate and support Small Group Leaders and Prayer Ministry Team.
• Oversee the running of regular prayer meetings, such as Be Still Key Relationships: building relationships with external speakers, venues and suppliers.
• Create content and lead at key events, i.e. day of prayer and weekly devotions Prayers, and organise ad-hoc opportunities for prayer as and when new situations arise.
• Manage the planning and implementation of the Day of Prayer in collaboration with staff from across the charity, and UK-based staff internationally.
• Manage the planning and implementation of other key events such as the Christmas Carol service and other moments in the Christian Calendar (e.g. Lent, Easter, Advent, etc)
• Engage with the international Global Centre Faith and Development Leads to ensure that the UK’s approach is in line with partnership priorities.
• Maintain the Faith at Work pages on the staff intranet (SharePoint), keeping content up to date and relevant.
• Support the Head of People & Culture on specific projects including the roll out of the Mission Immersion Programme to new and existing staff.

About You

You will have the relevant skills and experience to carry out the role.

Christian identity underpins everything the charity does, so as an active Christian, this role offers you the opportunity to integrate your Christian faith and be sensitive to its various expressions across cultures and denominations.

Please note the organisation can only consider applicants who presently have the right to work in the UK and all candidates must be personally committed to the Christian faith and be able to respect, uphold and work within our client’s Christian mission, values, culture and faith statements. This individual will represent and speak on behalf of a Christian charity and as such the Occupational Requirement for an active Christian faith is justified under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1, clause 3.

As we are unable to sponsor this role, you MUST be holding the Right to Work documentation for the UK to be considered

In addition to the salary offered, we offer:

• A flexible and supportive working culture
• Pension scheme (with employer contributions)
• Generous holiday allowance
• Free parking (Milton Keynes office)
• Opportunities for faith-based gatherings, prayer, and devotionals
• A welcoming, purpose-driven team who are passionate about making a difference

About the Organisation

Join an international children’s charity working with children, their communities, and with supporters and partners, in almost 100 countries. Through long-term development projects, emergency responses and advocacy the organisation has helped bring lasting change to millions of children, over more than 60 years. As a Christian charity, everything is motivated by faith as we strive to reflect God’s unconditional love.

An offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, including a criminal records check.

We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in the workforce. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented sections of the community. The organisation also operates flexible working policies and practices. As a Disability committed employer we encourage qualified individuals with a disability to apply and request a reasonable adjustment if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability.

You may also have experience in areas such as Faith Engagement Coordinator, Faith & Culture Coordinator, Christian Engagement Coordinator, Christian Ministry Coordinator, Faith Development Coordinator, Spiritual Life Coordinator, Spiritual Formation Coordinator, Faith & Community Coordinator, Church Engagement Coordinator, Christian Community Coordinator, Ministry Coordinator, Ministry Engagement Coordinator, Discipleship Coordinator, Prayer & Discipleship Coordinator, Prayer Ministry Coordinator, Christian Programmes Coordinator, Christian Programmes Officer, Faith Programmes Officer.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation. #INDNFP

Job Title: Independent Domestic Violence Advocate

Location: Warwickshire
Salary: £26,701.36per annum 
Contract type: Full Time, Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

We want kind and empathic people to work at Refuge, who believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion, are experts in their area of knowledge, want to make a positive difference and improve the lives of the women and children we support.

This is an opportunity to join Refuge as an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate supporting women and children who are impacted by domestic violence.

We are looking for a skilled, values driven IDVA who is committed to challenging inequality, reducing harm, and improving safety for adults and children affected by domestic abuse. You will bring relevant professional experience, strong skills in assessment, engagement, safety planning and communication, and the ability to work safely in complex and high risk situations. We are seeking people who can hold clear boundaries and accountability while offering empathy, curiosity and respect. You will work in a trauma informed, survivor centred and strengths based way, recognising each survivor as the expert in their own life. You will understand how gendered power, oppression and structural barriers shape survivors’ experiences, and you will be confident applying these principles in your practice.

This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. 

As part of this role, you will be required to participate in our local Warwickshire domestic abuse helpline, on a rota basis.  This requires covering a later shift from 12:30 – 20:30, approximately twice per month.

Closing Date: 09:00am 24 August 2026

Interview Date: 2 September 2026

Are you an experienced operational leader who thrives on making organisations run brilliantly behind the scenes?

Southwark Charities is entering an exciting new chapter. With a £100m property portfolio, a growing grant programme and the development of 64 new almshouses, we're looking for an exceptional Head of Resources to lead the systems and processes that keep our charity strong.

Reporting to the CEO, you'll oversee finance, HR, IT, governance, property compliance, contracts and organisational systems, ensuring the charity operates efficiently, remains compliant and is well positioned for future growth. You'll work in a small, dedicated team while working closely with colleagues to deliver outstanding services for older people across Southwark.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys improving processes, managing change and finding practical solutions. You'll bring experience in operations, finance or corporate services, excellent organisational skills and the confidence to work across multiple disciplines.

If you're looking for a varied senior role where your expertise will have a direct impact on people's lives and the future of a respected historic charity, we'd love to hear from you.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Service Manager to oversee a number of Supported Living services across Bristol and South Gloucestershire with Milestones Trust.

We are seeking a motivated and proactive leader to inspire, manage and support a dedicated team of Service Coordinators and Personal Assistants. Together, you will deliver high-quality, person-centred support to people living in a range of independent and shared living environments, empowering them to achieve their goals, maximise their independence and live fulfilling lives within their communities.

Every person we support, and their service, is unique and we aim to work collaboratively with people to develop strategies to manage as much of their lives as possible by:

• Supporting with life skills to become as independent as possible 
• To make the most of opportunities to have meaningful roles and relationships 
• To live their best lives 

Previous experience of service management is desirable and the expectation you will be successful in a CQC registration in due course.  

You will be responsible for all aspects of your services, involved in assessment of prospective tenants, working with key stakeholders including local authorities, social work teams and primary and secondary healthcare teams in addition to building and fostering excellent relationships internally across Milestones Trust whilst achieving key objectives and financial stability for each service.

You will also lead your team to ensure all support plans, risk assessments and records are regularly reviewed and relevant, as well as leading team and 1:1 meetings with your staff.

About You

You will be a confident and inspiring leader who is passionate about delivering high quality, person-centred support and achieving positive outcomes for the people we support.

We are particularly interested in candidates who:

• Can role model a person-centred approach, placing the people living in the service at the heart of everything they do and supporting them to achieve their goals and outcomes.
• Have strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate, develop and inspire teams to perform at their best.
• Are experienced in managing budgets, balancing strategic priorities and ensuring key objectives are delivered effectively.
• Can work creatively and proactively to develop bespoke solutions while maintaining high standards within a CQC regulated environment.
• Are passionate about inclusion, community participation and protecting citizen rights, with a good understanding of safeguarding, the Mental Capacity Act and relevant legislation.
• Are excellent communicators who can build positive relationships with families, professionals and partner agencies, working collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for people supported.

At Milestones Trust we recognise that without the hard work, commitment and passion of our staff, we wouldn’t be the charity that we are today. In return, we are committed to rewarding you with a competitive pay and benefits package including:

• 34 days Annual Leave Entitlement (including all recognised public holidays)
• Get paid when you want – Access your money as you earn it and request your earnings before payday using Dayforce Wallet.
• Refer a Friend Scheme earning you up to £750
• Company pension scheme, to help grow your retirement pot
• Generous Occupational Maternity/Paternity pay
• Learning and development opportunities for you to build your career
• Health Cash Plan on completion of probation giving you access to a minimum of £695 cash back for health treatments e.g. Dental, Therapies, Optical, Maternity/Paternity, NHS Prescriptions etc. 

We pride ourselves with being able to offer staff opportunities to develop and progress their careers within Milestones Trust.

Terms and Conditions
Job title: Link Worker (Prison)
Reports to: Service Manager (Prison)
Direct reports: N/A
Start date: TBC – subject to successful MOJ prison vetting
Salary: £27,183 per annum
Working hours: Full time – 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: HMP Bronzefield, HMP Downview, and HMP Send

Job Purpose
The primary purpose of this role is to work with women in custody, including on remand, preparing 
them for, and connecting them with vital community support services on, release.

Key Responsibility Areas
1. Provide high-quality, trauma-responsive advocacy support both in prison and the community, 
to women on remand in HMP Bronzefield, HMP Downview, and HMP Send.
2. Development and maintenance of professional relations in prison and the community.
3. Ensure clear, timely and effective communication and record keeping.
4. Proactively seek to develop your personal and professional practice and contribute to wider 
organisational development.
5. Contribute to building a feminist leadership culture and positive working environment for 
Women in Prison.

For the full job description, please see the Recruitment Pack

The Supporter Care Manager manages and leads the Supporter Services function to provide an exceptional service to our supporters, from initial contact through the whole of their supporter journey, including thanking, welcome and upgrade calls to exemplary complaint handling. The Supporter Care Manager ensures the day-to-day operations of the Supporter Care team are completed within agreed timeframes and to the highest of standards. This role continually reviews and challenges the function’s processes to identify improvements and efficiencies in order to continually improve our supporter offer and ultimately increase fundraising income and donor retention. 

Key Responsibilities

Communication and networking 

• Deliver an exceptional service to our supporters from initial contact through to thanking, responding to enquiries in a timely and effective way. 
• Develop and maintain excellent internal relationships to represent the Fundraising department effectively and credibly in person, and in all correspondence with supporters. 
• Manage the relationship with our external suppliers who manage the fulfilment of appeal-led gifts and Direct Debits. 
• Ensure our suppliers are meeting Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and be prepared to hold them to account for any discrepancies or failings to meet SLAs. 
• Build good professional relationships with key stakeholders across the Foundation. 
• Communicate technical and financial information clearly to colleagues and external stakeholders and investigate non-routine queries.
• Work with Fundraising teams to ensure all fundraising activity is briefed into Supporter Care to enable delivery. 
• Maintain sector knowledge, keeping up to date with developments in best practice. 

Team management  

• Line management responsibility of the Supporter Care Coordinator. 
• Maintain a high-performing operational function, managing the Supporter Care functions workload to answer all supporter enquiries through post, email and phone within agreed SLAs and to the highest possible standard. 
• Ensure the Supporter Care Coordinator is fully trained, provided with the information they require and offered development opportunities in the way of training and networking where possible and relevant. 
• Continually review and evaluate the remit of the function to identify any efficiencies that could be made. 
• Develop a culture to enable and empower the Supporter Services function to proactively identify opportunities to increase supporter value and improve our ways of working. 
• Support the Supporter Care Coordinator in the development of new guidelines, processes and procedures.  

Decision making, planning and problem solving 

• Act as an ‘early warning system’ to spot potential trends and enable the organisation to mitigate these risks and/or respond quickly to opportunities where required. 
• Use good judgement to prioritise requests based on criticality of tasks and relative importance of the supporter’s request, and escalate where required. 
• Use experience, initiative and judgement to solve predictable problems using initiative and creative vision to come up with solutions. 
• Run regular diagnostic reports from the database to ensure information is being accurately recorded and any errors picked up at the earliest opportunity. 
• Be prepared to change working practices in time for new fundraising regulations and communicate this to the team. 

Service delivery 

• Set team KPIs and manage team performance against them. This will include monitoring the performance of our external suppliers. 
• Maintain the CRM, creating and updating donor records to provide an accurate record of communications and contact. 
• Ensure all thanking is completed within agreed SLAs, providing personalised responses as required and develop response templates for the Gift Processing team for automated thanking. 
• Working with the Head of Individual & Legacy Giving to develop and lead a comprehensive programme of internally delivered welcome calls, telephone upgrades and conversion calls to our supporters. 
• Manage complex and non-routine requests from supporters and colleagues. 
• Regularly review and explore new systems and ways of working, seeking to continuously improve delivery. 

Analysis and research 

• Report back on complaints and incidents to both internal and external stakeholders, with details of the resolutions and plans to mitigate against this in the future.
• Role responsibilities are not exhaustive, and you would be reasonably expected to take on wider tasks that are commensurate with the level of your role.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Skills, abilities, and attributes:

• Excellent project management skills. 
• Able to set objectives, measure performance and achieve ambitious KPIs. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to build rapport and establish credibility quickly, tailoring style to a broad range of individuals at all levels. 
• Ability to gather, analyse and report on key metrics. 
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. 
• Able to be diplomatic and sensitive on the telephone (including dealing with angry or emotional callers at times). 
• Ability to work systematically and accurately under pressure. 
• Conveys enthusiasm and positive attitude, and able to inspire others. 
• Passionate about the fundraising causes supported by Fundraising. 
• Able to work on own initiative, make decisions independently, and think creatively and laterally. 
• Excellent team player willing to be flexible to support colleagues in a busy environment. 

Knowledge, experience, and qualifications: 

• Previous customer service experience. 
• Experience of Raiser’s Edge, or a relationship database. 
• Experience of managing and motivating the Supporter Care function. 
• Knowledge of fundraising operations.

Benefits

• Contributory Pension
• Annual health and wellbeing personal allowance
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave pay accessible without length of service requirements.
• Health and wellbeing programme that offers optional free yearly health check-ups.
• Support for healthy eating via fruit bowls and onsite lunch facilities. 
• Agile working, flexible hours, and supportive IT kit. 
• Shower facilities and bike lock area. 
• Generous annual leave (27 days + bank holidays)
• Subsidies for glasses
• Employee Assistance Programme

Regional Youth and Community Director
OASIS UK – Youth and Community (OCP)

0.6 FTE, Permanent

Salary:£31,487 (FTE £52,479)

We’re excited to be recruiting for a key leadership position supporting Oasis’ youth and community work in the North West region (covering delivery in Greater Manchester and Bradford).With accountability to the Oasis Community Partnerships CEO the role of the Regional Youth and Community Director has three main functions:

1 Strategic management oversight of local Youth and Community teams

2 Regional development, working alongside other functions within the Oasis family

3 Being part of the national Youth and Community leadership team

The Youth and Community Director will have strategic management oversight of local Youth and Community teams in the region, providing accountability and support to the local leaders and charity boards. This responsibility area falls into two categories; those the Director is directly responsible for, and those they are responsible for ensuring are carried out by leaders within their region.

ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT

Oasis neighbourhoods are local places of activity that provide integrated, high quality and diverse services to benefit the whole person and the whole community. The Oasis ethos stems from our Christian roots and is an expression of our character - it is a declaration of who we are and therefore the lens through which we assess all we do. This is encapsulated by the following five statements:

a passion to include everyone

a desire to treat everyone equally, respecting differences

a commitment to healthy and open relationships

a deep sense of hope that things can change and be transformed

a sense of perseverance to keep going for the long haul

An Oasis neighbourhood is a community movement and the joining together of all the work Oasis does in any one place, which could include foodbanks, debt advice centres, family support and advice services, healthcare, youth work, children’s work, alongside other Oasis activities in that community, including formal education through Oasis Academies.

The Youth and Community function of Oasis is responsible for the wider community work that takes place within Oasis neighbourhoods, working closely with the wider Oasis family to outwork our vision. In relation to governance, Oasis Community Partnerships is the national charity, with each local team operating from their own local Oasis charity.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing national organisation, making a difference to communities on a local level, whilst also influencing the national landscape.  As part of the package, Oasis offers:

• A pension scheme, currently offering 7% employer contribution
• A generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days per year (plus 8 Bank Holidays)

Please contact us to arrange for an informal conversation with our CEO to find out more about the role. If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and a covering letter (ensuring you refer to the job description and person spec).

The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK.  Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas.

We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. If you require any assistance to overcome potential barriers to application, please let us know.

Completed applications should be returned by 9am on Tuesday 8th September.

Interviews will take place week beginning 21st September. (Shorter more informal calls may be arranged the previous week to assist with shortlisting)

Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 08749179

Mind BLMK works across our communities to support positive mental health and wellbeing. Working closely with a range of partners, we offer a number of activities from our wellbeing centres and local venues to make a difference to the mental health and wellbeing of people in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes, and our aim is to make sure that no-one has to face a mental health problem alone.

Job title: Lived Experience Facilitator – Service User Network (SUN)
Post no: 668
Working base: Mind BLMK - Luton Wellbeing Centre
Area covered: Bedfordshire and Luton (SUN offers a combination of online and face to face groups)
Hours: 21 hours per week. Monday – Friday
Working pattern: Tuesdays 9.30am – 5.00pm (7 hours) Remaining 14 hours to be negotiated depending on service need (within the hours Monday – Friday, 9.30am – 5.00pm)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £25,901.41 per annum FTE (£14,700.80 per annum actual for 21 hours per week)

About the Service User Network (SUN)

The SUN is an open access model of community-based facilitated group peer support for people experiencing complex emotional needs associated with complex trauma and/or a diagnosis of ‘personality disorder’. The SUN aims to help people develop effective ways of coping, reduce emergencies and improve access to appropriate services.

Those accessing the SUN may or may not have a formal diagnosis of personality disorder. Group members will have experienced longstanding emotional difficulties, isolation and may demonstrate patterns of behaviour that may not be helpful in the longer term.

About the Role

Fundamental to creating empowerment and engagement in the SUN Project is the therapeutic community principle, that the effectiveness of the service depends upon engaging group members in the task of running, delivery, development and evaluation of the service. The utilisation of SUN members’ own resources and expertise is integral to the SUN model of peer support.

SUN Facilitators will have their own lived experience of complex emotional needs associated with a diagnosis of ‘personality disorder’ and will be able to demonstrate their recovery journey. They will work closely with mental health practitioners from ELFT (East London NHS Foundation Trust) to deliver regular Service User Network (SUN) groups in different community-based locations in Bedford, Central Bedfordshire or Luton. Full training in the SUN model, and weekly supervision by a Psychotherapist / Psychologist, will be provided for all team members.

Facilitators will work to develop and support the therapeutic community principle of the SUN model and the effectiveness of the service through engaging group members in the task of running, delivery, development, and evaluation of the service. The utilisation of SUN members’ own resources and expertise is integral to the model of peer support upon which the SUN groups are based.

SUN facilitators will have regular supervision and support in this role along with appropriate training.

About You

You have personal lived experience of personality disorder or complex emotional needs and can confidently draw upon your recovery journey to inspire hope, promote wellbeing, and support others in their own recovery. You are empathetic, non-judgemental, and resilient, with experience of supporting people in a health, social care, or mental health setting, and ideally have facilitated or co-facilitated groups.

A strong communicator, you are able to build positive peer relationships, maintain professional boundaries, manage challenging situations calmly, and work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team. You are committed to empowering others, embracing lived experience as a valuable asset, and are comfortable using IT systems and travelling across Bedfordshire and Luton to deliver services

Entitlements/benefits:

• 25 days (pro rata) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata)
• Auto-enrolment NEST pension scheme (employer contributes 3%, employee contributes 5%)
• Optional Health Plan 
• Discounts available through Blue Light Card & Tickets for Good
• In-house and external Learning and Development as appropriate for the role.
• Flexible Working On request (in line with Mind BLMK policy on Right to Request Flexible Working)

If you have a passion for working in mental health and possess the required skills, we would love to hear from you.

Closedown: Thursday 10th September 2026 at 5:00 pm
Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if enough suitable applicants apply
Start date: ASAP

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Hours: Full-time

Pay: £83,840 - £88,490 GBP gross per annum (dependent on experience)

Duration: Permanent

Location: Manchester, UK (hybrid working available), with an expectation of up to 25% international travel to support UK-Med's international programmes, governance and humanitarian operations. The postholder must be deployable and able to travel internationally at short notice where operationally required)

Are you an exceptional finance leader ready to shape the future of a global humanitarian organisation?

UK-Med is a frontline medical aid charity, born of the NHS and committed for over 30 years to ensuring that everyone can access the healthcare they need when crises and disasters strike. We deploy emergency medical teams and health specialists worldwide, supporting communities affected by conflict, disease outbreaks and natural disasters, whilst strengthening local health systems and preparedness.

Reporting directly to the CEO and serving as a member of the Senior Management Team, the Director of Finance will provide strategic leadership across UK-Med's financial stewardship, sustainability, governance and organisational performance. As the organisation's principal financial adviser to the CEO, Board of Trustees and Board Committees, you will help shape UK-Med's long-term strategy and ensure the organisation remains financially resilient and well positioned to deliver its humanitarian mission.

Working closely with the Associate Director of Finance and colleagues across the organisation, you will lead the finance function and support delivery of UK-Med's Five-Year Strategy by strengthening financial governance, resilience and organisational sustainability across a complex, multi-country organisation.

You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) with substantial experience providing strategic financial leadership at executive level within a complex organisation. You will have a proven track record of advising CEOs, Boards and Audit & Risk Committees, leading organisational change and financial transformation, and overseeing complex budgets, diverse funding streams and robust financial governance. Experience within the humanitarian, international development, healthcare or wider charity sectors is essential, with knowledge of institutional donor funding and grant compliance highly desirable.

This is a unique opportunity to influence the strategic direction of one of the UK's leading humanitarian organisations, helping ensure UK-Med remains financially resilient and ready to respond wherever communities need us most.

Can you help build a world prepared to help?

How to apply

We strongly recommend that you read theCandidate Information Pack - Director of Finance - August 2026before applying for this role.

To apply, please submit a current CV and a supporting letter (2 pages) through our online jobs portal.

Please apply below, as soon as possible and no later than Monday 31st of August 2026.

UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.

UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfill their potential.

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