Supporter engagement officer jobs

Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities experience some of the starkest inequalities of any groups in the UK. In this role, you will be working as part of the Policy and Public Affairs Team, to tackle the root causes of inequalities faced by Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities.

As Policy and Research Officer, you will play a key role in strengthening our policy, research and public affairs work across our priority areas: accommodation, tackling hate, financial and economic inclusion, health, and education.

The postholder will support work to influence decision-makers, amplify the voices of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities, and advocate for fairer laws and policies.

The role involves undertaking research, producing evidence-based briefings, supporting parliamentary engagement, and working with partners to promote equality and human rights.

Due to the nature of the role, the successful applicant will need to be based in our Brighton office, and we may be able to accommodate a degree of flexible working subject to successful completion of a three-month probation period.

Key Responsibilities

Policy and Research

• Undertake research, analyse data, and produce high-quality briefings and reports.
• Monitor and respond to government consultations and emerging policy issues.
• Contribute to reports and other external submissions, such as human rights treaty monitoring and select committees.

Parliamentary and Public Affairs

• Support the organisation’s role as Secretariat to the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Gypsies, Travellers and Roma, including liaising with parliamentarians, drafting parliamentary questions and correspondence, and organising events.
• Work with colleagues and partners to influence decision-makers and ensure the experiences of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities are heard.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders across sectors.

Other Key Responsibilities

• Deliver on designated work streams, ensuring objectives and deadlines are met.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of project plans and track progress against agreed outcomes.
• Gather and present data for monitoring and evaluation reports to funders.
• Provide the necessary administrative support for the policy and public affairs work.

• Ensure all work complies with organisational policies on confidentiality, safeguarding, and equality.
• Undertake other duties as reasonably required.

We’re looking for three Parent Programme Officers to help deliver the Stregthening Families, Stregthening Communities parenting programme with integrity and care as part of a new project funded by the Youth Endowment Fund.

You’ll build trusted relationships with families, co-facilitators, peer researchers, colleagues and referral partners, ensuring the programme is safe, effective and engaging. You’ll support research and evaluation, maintain robust systems and make sure our work is informed by evidence and grounded in lived experience. 

We’re keen to work with experienced practitioners in the Strengthening Families, Strengthening Communities (SFSC)  model, or people that are familiar with it and have extensive expertise with other group parenting programmes. 

You will be an organised and confident communicator who values openness and collaboration. You’ll bring experience in partnership working, programme delivery and safeguarding, with the ability to build rapport and manage sensitive situations with professionalism. 

If you share our belief that building trusted relationships and honest partnerships can transform outcomes for young people and families, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and be part of a collaborative, supportive team committed to tackling racial inequality. 

Funded by the Youth Endowment Fund, our intervention and research project, SFSC: Safer Lives, works to prevent offending and reduce youth violence by strengthening family relationships, increasing parental confidence, and promoting young people’s self-discipline, social skills and self-esteem.

The SFSC: Safer Lives programme  builds on the ground-breaking work of the Strengthening Families, Strengthening Communities inclusive parenting programme, which has demonstrated how parenting support can be provided effectively to minoritised and marginalised families.

We are looking for a creative, driven, compassionate, Communications Lead to develop, lead, and implement an integrated communications strategy that supports our ambition to double the number of adults learning to read with Read Easy UK by the end of our current strategy.

As a strong communications generalist, with strategic and operational expertise, the Communications Lead will work closely with employees, volunteers and other key stakeholders to strengthen the charity’s national brand and position. This role covers all aspects of communications including media relations, digital communications, brand communications, stakeholder and internal communications.

The post holder will shape and deliver communications activity that inspires, informs, and engages our key audiences, including volunteers, potential Readers, funders, the media, and partners across the UK.

The successful candidate will be strategic and agile and will enjoy shaping strategy alongside delivering communications activity. This is a standalone role, leading and delivering internal and external communications for the organisation in collaboration with other key partners.

Location: Fully Remote/Home-based with very occasional travel to regional groups as required and for up to 3 team meetings per annum (currently held in Birmingham).

Reports to: Read Easy UK CEO.

Line Management: Volunteers and freelancers, and potential for future employees.

Start date: January 2026 (or sooner).

Salary & Benefits 

• Salary: Up to £15,200 - £22,800 depending on hours (Up to £38k FTE).
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas closing and 2 days volunteering leave – pro-rata for part time roles.
• Company sick pay to financially support you when you are unwell (above statutory upon completion of probationary period). 
• Support when extending your family – company parental and adoption pay (above statutory after 12 months service) 

• Access to RewardHub – which gives retail discounts and has a ‘Wellbeing Centre’ with tools, tips, recipes, workout videos and guides which will help you to reach your own wellbeing goals.

• Training and Development opportunities and resources – we are developing plans in this area to enhance employee experience and opportunity

• A collaborative, creative and inspiring working environment full of committed and passionate employees and inspirational volunteers 

We strive to ensure our recruitment practices are fair, open, easy to access and as inclusive as possible. We aim to recruit a team which broadly reflect the local communities which we serve; to work with and learn from each other to continually improve the service we deliver to our Readers. Our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Group is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We welcome you to apply and be your authentic self.

When applying for a job with us, if an applicant has a disability covered by the definition outlined within the Equality Act 2010 and can show that they meet the ‘essential criteria’ described in the person specification for the role being applied for, they are guaranteed an interview for the job for which they are applying through our Disability Confident scheme.

If you need any support with your application or have any questions in advance of an application, please do contact us. 

Please download the applicant pack for full job description and person specification and for details on how to apply.

The closing date to apply for this opportunity is Sunday 30 Nov 2025 (11.59PM).

Should you be shortlisted, the first round of interviews will take place online on Tuesday 2nd December 2025.

We anticipate a second round of interviews on the afternoon of Wednesday 10th December 2025.

As Senior Direct Marketing Officer, you will operate with a level of autonomy, build excellent stakeholder relationships and deliver outstanding fundraising campaigns. A focus on results will be vital but how these are achieved will also form a large part of the role; considering the non-financial measures of quality in addition to more traditional measures of success.

Working with a number of teams and suppliers, you’ll be delivering direct marketing activity through a range of channels and media. The programme is an evolving one with change and growth happening in a lot of interesting areas. Your role will be to help to develop the supporter engagement programme; taking responsibility for long-term projects that will improve the future optimisation of campaigns. You’ll also be responsible for delivering exceptional fundraising campaigns to achieve ambitious income targets.

This is a 12-month fixed term contract, or on return of the substantive postholder, to cover a period of maternity leave.

Key Responsibilities:

Campaign Management

· Plan, manage and deliver successful campaigns across a range of channels and media.

· Manage projects that will improve the long-term success of campaigns.

· Deliver motivational fundraiser training and develop engaging fundraiser materials with agency stakeholders to ensure high-quality fundraising.

· Ensure compliance and adherence to regulation and codes of practice is considered in all campaign activity. This could include mystery shopping and call listening.

· Work closely with internal stakeholders across multiple teams to ensure effective processes are worked to and full campaign evaluation is possible.

· Continuous improvement through test and learn principles across all activity.

· Integration of campaigns across the charity to drive maximum value.

· Development of compelling communications and materials to support all activities.

People management

· Management and development of the Direct Marketing Executive - Engagement.

· Ensure direct report has clear, SMART objectives and a development plan in place.

· Complete routine 1-1 meetings and annual appraisals.

· Ensure direct report has goals and a development plan written up which are routinely reviewed.

· Agency relationship management across a variety of partners and suppliers, from building relationships and negotiating, to routine performance reviews.

Planning and budgeting

· Input to annual planning and development of individual giving campaigns.

· Support in the compilation of detailed income and expenditure campaign budgets.

· Work with Direct Marketing Manager in developing the Engagement programme and strategy.

· Input to monthly forecasting and regular reporting across a range of financial and non-financial KPIs.

Finance and reporting

· Ensure daily campaign tracking and reporting.

· Routine end of campaign reviews and analysis.

· Ongoing reporting on long-term success measures, such as retention, repeat giving and ROI.

· Invoice reconciliation and processing for timely payment.

· Non-financial KPI trend reporting, such as online conversions, email engagement, opt-out/in rates and quality scoring.

Additional Information:

Ways of working:

Agile - As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.

Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals.  This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.

Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. 

Salary: Circa £36,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.

The closing date for applications is the 16th November 2025, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.  Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us at via our website. 

Salary package: £31,510, plus £3,000 London Weighting (if applicable)

Contract type: 12-month FTC

Job location: Nationwide, any regional office

To build a fair education for all, we need to unlock the potential in all children – not just some. Together, we’re making it happen. Every day, our work takes us closer to a better future. But we need to do more. It’s a big challenge – and we need your help to take it on.

As Fundraising Officer - Events & Community, you'll play a key role in the fundraising team to deliver annual income targets through our third party and challenge events, delivering exceptional stewardship to participants and being able to deliver excellent financial reporting and administration. You will have a good understanding of event and community fundraising, specifically integrated stewardship journeys, the financial processes that go alongside events and have a passion for the Teach First mission. You'll play a key role in growing and maintaining our events and community income and will bring expertise in managing donors, excellent stewardship and operational tasks.

• Do you have at least 1 years' experience working within community, events or engagement fundraising?
• Are you skilled at building excellent relationships with a wide range of supporters on the phone, in writing and face to face with clear and professional written and verbal communication, and can you anticipate supporters’ needs and respond to them timely to create high quality supporter experiences with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences?
• Can you accurately manage donor records, tracking income, and delivering stewardship activities?
• Can you take ownership of tasks, suggest improvements, and resolve issues independently when needed and are able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, often across different projects?
• Do you work well with colleagues across fundraising to deliver joined-up stewardship?
• Are you comfortable using CRM systems, email marketing tools, and basic data analysis to inform engagement strategies?

Yes to the above? Then we want to hear from you. You might be our next Fundraising Officer - Events & Community!

Take a look at the job description and then complete an application on our careers website. Make sure you’ve got your CV ready to upload, along with a tailored cover letter that demonstrates how you meet our essential criteria. If you’re applying from an external job board, you’ll be redirected to our careers website. (Please note, we only accept applications through our careers website).

We expect interviews to be held on 17 November 2025.

About the role

The People and Wellbeing Officer plays a key role in supporting a positive, inclusive, and healthy workplace culture at Change Mental Health. The role combines operational HR
responsibilities with a proactive focus on wellbeing, engagement, and inclusion.

Working as part of a small, collaborative People and Culture Team, you will provide practical HR advice and support to managers and staff, lead on wellbeing and engagement activities, and help ensure our people policies and practices reflect our values and commitment to fairness and inclusion.

As the People and Wellbeing Officer, you will work with a large amount of autonomy and should be confident in being able to multitask, balance competing priorities, and have an
excellent eye for detail. You will develop innovative ideas and solutions to streamline and improve operational processes and be responsible for providing an efficient and effective HR
operational service across the Charity so that our staff can learn, develop, and grow in an environment that works for them.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational HR

• Provide first-line advice and guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation
• Support employee relations casework, including absence management, performance, disciplinary, and grievance processes
• Lead on the coordination of recruitment, onboarding, and induction to ensure a positive staff experience
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with data protection and governance standards
• Contribute to the review and continuous improvement of HR policies and processes.

Wellbeing, Culture, and Inclusion

• Champion wellbeing and inclusion across the organisation through proactive communication, campaigns, and events
• Support the delivery of the charity’s People and Culture Strategy, embedding wellbeing and engagement into everyday practice
• Lead on employee wellbeing activities such as staff surveys, wellbeing days, and awareness campaigns
• Support the People and Culture Manager in developing and monitoring staff engagement initiatives and feedback mechanisms
• Promote the organisation’s values and a positive culture of respect, collaboration, and transparency.

Organisational Development

• Support leading and development coordination, tracking participation, and evaluating impact
• Contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion (EDI) action plans and reporting
• Assist with the analysis of people data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Support internal communications relating to HR, wellbeing, and people updates

Essential Criteria:

• CIPD Level 3 or above (or working towards Level 5) or equivalent professional experience
• Proven experience in a HR or people-focused role with knowledge of HR best practice and employment legislation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust and rapport across all levels
• Experience in supporting employee relations casework
• Demonstrated commitment to wellbeing, inclusion, and equity in the workplace
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Skilled IT user with experience in HR systems and Microsoft Office.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience in wellbeing or engagement programme coordination
• Experience in a charity, public, or values-led organisation
• Awareness and empathy towards mental health issues
• Experience of data analysis or reporting in a people or HR context

About Tees Valley Wildlife Trust

We are a passionate, mission-driven charity working to protect and restore nature across Tees Valley and beyond. Through our nature reserves, community engagement, and advocacy, we empower people of all ages to connect with wildlife and take action for the environment.

As we grow our membership and deepen our impact, we’re looking for a creative, strategic communicator to lead our marketing and communications efforts.

Role purpose

This new role of Marketing and Communications Manager will play a pivotal role in growing our membership base, driving fundraising campaigns, and amplifying our voice across a variety of digital and print platforms. You’ll lead on social and digital media strategy, seasonal magazine production, and supporter communications. Ensuring our messaging is engaging, inclusive, and aligned with our values.

Key responsibilities

Membership & Fundraising

Develop and deliver compelling digital campaigns to grow membership (both public and corporate) and donations.

Collaborate with colleagues to promote appeals, legacy giving, and community fundraising initiatives.

Social Media & Digital Engagement

Lead our social media strategy across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, LinkedIn, You Tube), growing reach and engagement.

Produce creative, shareable content including videos, audio, graphics, and stories from our nature reserves and projects.

Monitor analytics and adapt strategies to improve performance and audience targeting.

Manage and update website content, building over time (on a soon to be launched new website) to increase traffic and drive online donations and membership signups.

Oversee the online shop digital experience, ensuring its visually kept updated and seasonal.

Seasonal Magazine & Print Communications

Design and coordinate our seasonal membership magazine, from content planning to print production.

Commission and edit articles, liaise with contributors, and ensure accessibility and visual appeal.

Brand & Messaging

Ensure consistency of tone, style, and visual identity across all communications.

Support colleagues with branded templates, messaging guidance, and media training.

Represent the Trust in external communications, including press releases and media enquiries.

Harris Hill is working with a wonderful organisation, that works within the arts and heritage space, for 6 months on a fixed term contract.

This role can be full time, part time (3-4dpw), and has the opportunity to potentially go permanent too, so an excellent opportunity in todays environment. The organisation is asking for an office based term, but there may be some flexibility for some time at home. 

As the Development Officer, you will review and manage the cultivation and stewardship of individual supporters, including the administration of donor records, communications, events, and gift/grant administration and reporting. You will also expand the prospect pipeline, and prepare for growth in both capital and revenue fundraising. This will include the support of the charity's fundraising efforts and public engagement activities, research potential sources of supporters, including from Trusts, Foundations, donors and stakeholders.

Required skills and attributes

Excellent written communication skills

Competent in using Raiser’s Edge, Excel, Word and Outlook

Logical and analytical approach to the development of systems, processes and reports

Demonstrable ability to plan, prioritise and manage workload, with excellent attention to detail

The ability to cultivate effective and positive working relationships with a wide range of people

Able to take your own initiative when necessary 

Events management and support (D)

Grant Fundraising reporting (D)

Prospect Research (D)

A warm and friendly manner

A well organised and systematic approach to work

Ability to work effectively as part of a team 

If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, please get in touch as the client is looking to get someone in post ASAP, so is reviewing applications on an ongoing basis. 

The post-holder will play a key role within the Initiatives and Partnerships team, working with regional teams to develop and implement proposals to expand use of historic churches in our existing estate and, on occasion, working with other heritage and community groups to deliver their own projects via consultancy or partnership work.   

 They will manage a programme of work that will include a number of site-specific projects and national initiatives across multiple sites, as well as from time to time working with third parties on partnership or consultancy projects.   

The Commercial Initiatives Officer is responsible for the development and delivery of CCT’s commercial initiatives, including Champing and Filming, that involve multiple sites, as well as any future such schemes. The role will line manage the Customer Service and Admin Assistant, Champing who is responsible for the day-to-day delivery of Champing. The post-holder will also work closely with colleagues in conservation and regional teams to make sure that impacts on both areas are fully considered, whilst in tandem seeking to maximise opportunities to expand and increase commercial activity, income and ultimately profitability.

Youth Development at Mission 44

As a youth-focused foundation, young people are central to our work. We view young people as active collaborators in creating an inclusive future. Our commitment is to share power, to ensure they have meaningful influence over the decisions that affect their lives, their communities, and the systems around them. Mission 44’s Youth Empowerment Strategy aims to ensure young people are embedded across all aspects of our impact work (including grantmaking, convening and campaigning), as well as helping us to shape our strategy, evaluate our impact, raise funds and awareness amongst key stakeholders.

In this newly established role of Youth Participation Officer, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting and coordinating participation activities across the organisation, ensuring that young people are meaningfully involved, well-supported, and able to shape decisions and influence our work. Alongside this, you will support the team in launching and delivering an innovative programme created in partnership with our Youth Advisory Board.

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about youth empowerment, someone who is highly organised, and skilled at building trusted relationships. You will be a proactive problem-solver, able to balance multiple priorities while ensuring young people feel supported and heard. If you’re motivated by creating opportunities for young people to drive change, we’d love you to join our team and help us strengthen the impact we make together.  Please note: this role involves some evening and weekend work. 

Policy Officer-Wales

Based at home, situated across Wales including regular travel around the country and to the Senedd, Cardiff.

22.5 hrs per week

Fixed term post 2 years - with possible extension

Circa £35,000 p.a FTE depending on experience

Make a difference for kidney patients in Wales!

Are you passionate about influencing policy and driving change? Do you want to be part of a growing team making a real impact on the lives of people with kidney disease?

We’re looking for a Policy Officer – Wales to help shape policy, build relationships, and advocate for better support and care for kidney patients. In this brand-new role, you’ll work for Kidney Care UK and Kidney Wales, engaging with policymakers, healthcare professionals, and those affected by kidney disease.

You’ll spend time at the Senedd, building connections with local politicians and councillors, and ensuring the voices of kidney patients are heard loud and clear. With your knowledge of Welsh Government structures (or similar UK experience), you’ll help drive our campaigns and influence change.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible difference, working flexibly in a supportive team. If you’re ready to champion kidney patients and shape policy in Wales, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Develop or participate in work programs and undertake projects to explore policy issues under the guidance of the Policy Director of Kidney Care UK and the Managing Director of Kidney Wales.
• Support the research, development and dissemination of policy positions in Wales.
• Work with other team members to deliver events/reports or campaigns as needed
• Keep up to date with the policy department and charity work to avoid duplication and ensure good communications with our colleagues.
• Contribute to the newly created All Wales Cross Party Group.
• Undertake desk-based research involving data collection and the synthesis of information from relevant sources.
• Seek out opportunities for communications and influencing in the Welsh parliament, including the need for a kidney group. 

About you

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience. 
• Previous experience working with elected members
• Experience in conducting analysis and writing and editing reports for publication
• Can travel regularly to the Senedd Cymru Welsh Parliament in Cardiff and other parts of Wales, plus Alton Hampshire

Employee benefits

• Employee assistance programme | Generous annual leave | Pension | Cycle2Work scheme | Flexible working | Retail discounts | Family leave | Health cash plan

The advert may close earlier than the stated closing date if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications.

Founded in 1823 by Samuel Codner as a mission to support English-speaking people in Newfoundland, the Intercontinental Church Society (ICS) has grown into a dynamic Anglican mission agency. For over two centuries, ICS has supported evangelism, church planting and chaplaincy across the globe, particularly among English-speaking people living, working or travelling outside their home countries.

With over 1.5 billion English speakers worldwide our mission is global, reflected by our chaplaincy congregations which are richly multinational.

We currently have 48 Mission Partners in 17 countries over 4 continents.

Our foundations are strong. We are financially stable, spiritually vibrant with a highly engaged Council and committed team.

We feel that the time is ripe to pursue growth. This is a watershed moment.

Under The Reverend Canon Richard Bromley’s leadership, as Mission Director, our governance, relationship with the Diocese of Europe and our partnership with our chaplaincies have been greatly strengthened.

In this season we are launching a new 10-year vision to plant 50 English-speaking Anglican churches in major cities and towns across Europe, to proclaim the gospel in culturally relevant ways, foster collaboration with other denominations and congregations, and become catalysts for further church plants.

We are now seeking to appoint a dynamic Mission Director as Richard’s successor.

This post is subject to an occupational requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act that the post holder be a practising Christian.

You will be a Christian with a vibrant evangelical faith embracing a generous orthodoxy, with a breadth of senior strategic leadership experience in a cross-cultural Christian mission setting, pastoral and relationship building skills and compassion and wisdom to navigate the opportunities and challenges of the season ahead. You will also be passionate about our vision to reach people for Christ.

Role: Chief Executive

Hours: 35 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Salary:          £59,750 - £67,500 per year

Contract:        Permanent

Location:        Foundation House, Salford, and Hybrid Working

Closing Date: 30th November 2025 5pm

1st stage Interviews: 2nd or 3rd December 2025 

2nd stage interviews: Week commencing 8th December 2025

Opportunity

Are you passionate about Tackling Disadvantage and Changing Lives of people in Greater Manchester?

Do you have experience of developing high quality targeted and universal services for children, young people and adults?

About Us

We are a charity based in Salford, tackling disadvantage and changing lives.  We help over 12,000 children, young people and adult each year from the most deprived communities. Our vision is “Communities free of disadvantage, in which everyone has the opportunities and resources to change their lives and reach their full potential.”   

The Role

Salford Foundation is seeking a new Chief Executive to advance the charity’s strategic objectives and to implement our new 5 year strategy.   You will provide operational leadership on service development, future growth and direction of the charity. 

Key Tasks Include:

· Leading on strategic planning and implementation of the annual business plan

· Relationship management with funders and commissioners and partnership development public, private and VCSE

· Oversight of quality services for beneficiaries and performance management of contracts

· Creating sustainable income streams, oversight of funding strategy and creating bids and proposals

· Oversight of organisational effectiveness across Operations, Business & Finance

· Championing organisational values, culture, reputation and brand

About You

 You will have significant experience of effective stakeholder engagement at local and regional level.  With excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to work collaboratively with Board Members, Commissioners, Funders Partners, and Senior Managers.  Please refer to the Job Pack available on our website for further information.

 What we offer:

· Work-based pension with 6% employer contributions

· 26 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays

· Additional 1 day off for your birthday each year

· Flexi-time and flexible working

· Essential car user post with travel paid at 45p per mile

· Onsite free car parking

· Employee Assistance Programme and Medicash scheme

Application Process:

Please refer to our website for the full candidate job pack and Application Form

Registered Charity in England & Wales, Registered Charity Number 1002482

JOB TITLE: Lead Youth Services Worker (Northern Ireland)

RESPONSIBLE TO: Director, Northern Ireland

HOURS OF WORK: 25 hours a week (flexible with some evenings)

LOCATION: Office based, with travel across Northern Ireland.

DURATION: Fixed Term – 5 Years 

SALARY / GRADE: Grade 5 (£30,738 - £33,921 FTE)

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

•Adopted Young People in Northern Ireland

•  Director Northern Ireland & Northern Ireland staff

•  Wider AUK youth staff

 •Representative staff from educational establishments.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

To develop, implement and evaluate the Banter Project youth service in partnership with adopted young people in Northern Ireland.  These young people range in age from 14-25 years and live throughout Northern Ireland.  The role will primarily work with the project participants, but has additional relationships with community organisations, educational establishments and employers to ensure that all project goals and outcomes are efficiently and effectively met.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To lead the development and delivery of all elements of the Banter Project adopted young people’s service within Northern Ireland in a fun, interactive, interesting and an ability appropriate manner.

• To support the project participants to play an active role in the design and implementation of a programme of monthly activities for adopted young people. Sustaining and developing a monthly social hub, supporting the development of basic life-skills, and preparation for opportunities in further education, training, employment.

• To support a Youth Advisory Group (YAG) in its role to enable adopted young people to steer the Banter Project while developing skills which promote independence, personal development, social and life skills, leadership, and community involvement.

• To organise and supervise the work of the Youth Services Support Worker to deliver the Banter Project. 

• To provide opportunities to connect with, and signpost to, relevant services, particularly those who work with care experienced young people.

• To develop and implement robust monitoring and evaluation to review individual goals, track progress and impact, via data and analysis of outcomes to assess effectiveness and areas for improvement.

• To record service activity using the electronic data management systems to collate in preparation for reporting and learning opportunities.

• To gather output and outcome data from the Banter Project service in accordance with the quality assurance systems within AUK. 

• Work with other staff members to deliver a high-quality project for our adopted young people and their adoptive parents.  Work as part of a team to contribute to a positive work environment and shared goals. 

• To attend internal and external training/meetings as appropriate, to remain connected with broader adoption issues, relevant policies, working practices, and network with other youth work providers in Northern Ireland.

• To engage in supervision and professional development.