Supporter manager jobs
About the role:
Single Homeless Project (SHP) and Islington Council are proud to introduce St. John’s Mansions - a brand-new, purpose-built accommodation service that will provide safe, high-quality housing for individuals experiencing homelessness and facing multiple exclusion. This innovative project is backed by the GLA’s Single Homelessness Accommodation Programme (SHAP) 2022–2025, and represents a bold step forward in tackling homelessness across North London. SHP are building a dynamic, compassionate, and forward-thinking team to bring this vision to life.
St. John’s Mansions will offer 19 beautifully finished self-contained studio flats, designed to support residents in their journey from rough sleeping and emergency accommodation to independent living. With a stay of up to 24 months, residents will receive tailored, high-intensity support to help them build the skills and confidence needed to thrive independently.
The service will operate 24/7, with a welcoming reception and dedicated staff & clients spaces to enable both structured interventions and spontaneous, meaningful engagement. SHP will be working not only within Islington but in partnership with five North London boroughs - Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey, and Westminster. This is more than just housing – it is a bridge to a better future. In this role, you’ll lead a team working closely with adults living in our accommodation, building trusting relationships and supporting them to take positive steps towards independence. Each day brings the chance to empower clients to manage their homes, connect with specialist services, and rebuild confidence, purpose and community in their lives.
Please note candidates will also be considered for an additional Team Manager vacancy within our Islington Complex Needs Services.
About you:
- Experienced in leading and motivating teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred support to clients with multiple disadvantage.
- Skilled in managing complex client needs, including mental health, substance use, dual-diagnosis, and housing-related challenges.
- Confident in operational management, including compliance, risk management, service performance, and contractual responsibilities.
- Strong collaborator with the ability to build positive relationships with staff, volunteers, peer mentors, and external agencies.
- Committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and creating an empowering environment for both clients and colleagues.
About us:
Single Homeless Project is a London-wide charity. Our vision is of a society where everyone has a place to call home and the chance to live a fulfilling life. We help single Londoners by preventing homelessness, providing support and accommodation, promoting wellbeing, enhancing opportunity, and being a voice for change. From supporting people in crisis to helping people take the final steps towards independence and employment, we make a difference to 10,000 lives every year across all 32 boroughs.
We offer you more than a job; we offer you a chance to be part of a compassionate, driven team that's committed to making a real difference in people's lives. You'll have the opportunity to lead, co-create, and inspire change while enjoying a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
Join us in creating a brighter, more hopeful future for young people in need. Apply now to become a pivotal part of our dynamic team. Together, we'll transform lives and build a stronger community.
Important info:
Closing Date: Sunday 23rd November at midnight
Interview Date: Friday 5th December online via Microsoft Teams
Please note there will be a second round of interviews for progressed candidates in service in Islington.
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.
Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications requiring sponsorship or with insufficient right to work will not be accepted or progressed.
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.



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Libraries Connected is seeking a Research and Evaluation Manager to join our newly formed Policy, External Affairs, and Research Team. This is a unique opportunity to shape and deliver impactful research and evaluation across the public library sector.
You’ll lead internal research and data projects, provide in-house evaluation for programmes, and manage external research partnerships—including with academic institutions. Your work will directly inform advocacy, communications, and strategic decision-making.
We’re looking for someone with strong research and analytical skills, experience in managing complex data, and the ability to translate findings into accessible outputs. You’ll be collaborative, detail-oriented, and confident working independently across multiple projects.
Our vision is an inclusive, modern, sustainable and high-quality public library service at the heart of every community in the UK.
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ROLE PURPOSE
The Site, Safety and Security Manager is an important new role at Chelmsford Cathedral. The role holder will have overall responsibility for the maintenance and security of Chelmsford Cathedral, Churchyard and its wider estate.
CONTEXT
The Site, Safety and Security Manager has a significant role in the overall management of Chelmsford Cathedral’s site and estates.
The Key aspects of this are:-
- Managing the maintenance of the Cathedral and its wider site (Cathedral church, site buildings and Churchyard) including the fabric, building services, engineering systems, utilities, security and grounds and the supervision of planned maintenance works;
- Overseeing the management of the Cathedral’s wider property portfolio in liaison with the Estate Committee, Chief Officers and Head of Property and Operations.
- Effecting and managing a robust and proactive culture to meet statutory obligations in relation to Health & Safety and other safety frameworks.
- Leading on site security particularly in relation to our public spaces, and liaising with local police and community protection services.
- Driving the Cathedral’s efforts to achieve the Church of England’s 2030 Carbon Net Zero targets, including reducing its emissions, improving energy efficiency, and promoting environmental stewardship, along with working to retain our Gold Eco Church Award
- Managing, monitoring and reporting, (as required), on the departmental budget and programme delivery.
A large 4 bedroom family home, (located on the Cathedral site), with front and back gardens and ample parking is included as part of the remuneration package. The house is deemed necessary for the performance of duties of this role so will not form a taxable benefit.
Hours of work: 35 hours per week (excluding lunch breaks). This role requires flexibility on the part of the post holder who will be required to be available, out of office hours, to perform the final evening sweep and securement of all buildings on site. The Cathedral is open seven days a week and the post holder will need to be able to work from time to time during evenings, weekends and bank holidays including at significant liturgical services such as at Christmas and Easter.
At the heart of both city and county, Chelmsford Cathedral is a hub for a rich variety of community activity.



Smart Works is a dynamic, high profile and fast-growing UK charity that dresses and coaches unemployed women for success at their job interview. We empower each woman by giving her the clothes and the confidence she needs to succeed.
After visiting Smart Works, 67% of clients secure a job within a month, gaining financial independence and transforming their lives.
The Smart Works service is delivered in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Newcastle, Reading, Bristol and Leeds. Over the past ten years, Smart Works has helped over 50,000 women, and last year alone we reached 10,600 women. It is our mission that any woman who needs our service should be able to find her way to a Smart Works centre.
In March 2025, Smart Works completed their Three-Year Plan that saw the charity double the number of women helped annually from 5,000 to 10,000 women a year. To achieve this, we grew our existing centres and opened a new centre.
About the Role
Smart Works Scotland is undergoing an organisational restructure to ensure our continued sustainability and impact. As part of this process, we are recruiting for key roles that will help shape our future direction and strengthen our delivery.
The Service Delivery and Outreach Manager will have responsibility for the day to day operations of the Edinburgh centre, with prime responsibility for the smooth running of client appointments, and co-ordination of volunteer activities, whilst ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for all visitors. They would also be responsible for nurturing existing and developing new referral partner relationships.
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate their track record of building strong relationships and making things happen. As this role will be the first point of contact for all clients, volunteer and visitors who come to our Edinburgh centre, our ideal candidate will share our passion for helping clients succeed, believe in the power of volunteering and will be a real people-person, who will enjoy meeting new people every day. They must be a natural relationship builder. They will also be organised, an excellent multi-tasker and will thrive in a fast-paced office. We are looking for a true team-player, with a proven track record of rolling-up their sleeves and delivering results.
The role would be based in the Edinburgh centre. It is anticipated that approximately 3 days will be dedicated to client appointments and two days for outreach activity. There will be occasional evening and weekend work as the role holder will provide key events support which would be covered by our TOIL policy.
How to Apply
Please submit a CV and a cover letter through our recruitment system on our website by 5pm on Tuesday 18th November 2025.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or alterations for the application and recruitment processes, please contact us.
Smart Works is committed to best practice employment practices, including reducing the burden for those seeking work. Smart Works will therefore reimburse reasonable costs of travel to interviews if required.
At Smart Works we will apply suitable measures to keep your information secure in accordance with our Privacy Policy (a current version of which is available on our website).
We exist to give unemployed women the clothing, coaching and confidence they need to succeed at interview and get the job.



About the organisation
For nearly 50 years, nia has provided high quality, women-led services across North and East London. nia has three main aims: to provide services for women, children and young people who have experienced male violence, working to end men’s violence against women and girls, and to inform and influence policy and public awareness.
nia’s values, and our commitment to upholding them, set us apart. We put women first – always and without hesitation: we believe women, we are run by women, for women. We leave no woman behind: we challenge inequality and discrimination and believe that uniting women of all backgrounds is essential to ending the sex-based oppression of women.
About the post
The CASA Project is a specialist service providing advocacy and support to women and their children who have been subjected to domestic and/or sexual violence and abuse, and who have moved on from refuge into accommodation.
The post is currently funded until 31st March 2026 with a possibility of further extension.
About you
We’re looking for a highly organised and self-motivated woman who is passionate about ending violence against women. You’ll have a ‘can-do’ approach and demonstrable commitment to nia’s feminist approach to prioritising women, upholding and promoting feminist, trauma-informed and anti-racist practice.
CV’s will not be accepted
Salary: £17,400-£19,200 (FTE £29,000 - £32,000)
Closing date: 10am, 18 November 2025
Interview date: 28 November 2025
The post is subject to an enhanced vetting and barring check and open to women only. Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR), Schedule 9 (Work; Exceptions), Part 1 (Occupational Requirements), of the Equality Act (2010) applies.
Delivering cutting edge services to end violence against women and children.

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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Are you a natural relationship-builder with a passion for healthcare and stakeholder engagement?
Location: West Midlands Based / Hybrid
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: £37,522.87 - £42,213.23 (depending on experience)
Join MSI Reproductive Choices UK as an Engagement Manager and help us empower individuals through access to reproductive healthcare.
What You'll Do
As Engagement Manager, you’ll be responsible for building and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders across the West Midlands. You’ll promote MSI services, increase awareness and referrals, and support strategic engagement activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement regional engagement strategies
- Conduct postcode and competitor analysis
- Deliver impactful presentations and attend conferences
- Collaborate with internal teams to strengthen referral pathways
- Monitor healthcare changes and identify opportunities
- Contribute to local marketing and business development
About You
You’re a confident communicator and relationship-builder with a passion for improving access to healthcare. You thrive in dynamic environments and bring a proactive, strategic mindset to stakeholder engagement.
Key strengths include:
Healthcare Insight & Stakeholder Engagement – experienced in navigating the healthcare landscape and building trusted relationships with GPs, sexual health services, and other key partners
Presentation & Influence – comfortable presenting to diverse audiences and driving awareness of services
Autonomy & Organisation – self-directed, highly organised, and able to manage multiple priorities across a region
Tech & Reporting Skills – proficient in IT systems and able to produce clear, impactful reports and analysis
Values-Driven – committed to inclusivity, safeguarding, and MSI’s pro-choice mission
Why Join Us?
We offer a supportive, values-driven environment where your contribution is recognised and rewarded:
Financial Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Up to 5% employer pension contribution
- Fast expense reimbursement (within 10 days)
Work-Life Balance
- 25 days annual leave + your birthday off
- Family-friendly policies
Rewards & Perks
- Long service recognition
- Discounts at 4,000+ retailers via Blue Light Card
Health & Wellbeing
- 24/7 GP access
- Employee Assistance Programme
Career Development
- Paid training and development
- Accredited apprenticeships
- Clear progression pathways
Be part of a team that’s making a real difference. We offer a supportive, inclusive environment where your work directly contributes to improving lives.
Apply now to become a key player in shaping reproductive healthcare across the West Midlands.
We have been providing NHS-funded and private abortion and vasectomy care through our network of local clinics across England for over 40 years.



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Job title: Partnerships Manager
Reports to: Head of Fundraising
Objective:
2wish exists to provide support to anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under.
Aims:
- Ensure every Emergency Department and Critical Care unit has a suitable bereavement suite
- Ensure that bereavement boxes are available at each of these hospitals
- Ensure that immediate bereavement support is available for all affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
- Provide a professional counselling service and other therapies for those affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
- Provide support to individuals who witness the sudden death of a child or young person
- Provide support and training to professionals from any sector who may be affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
- To advocate and campaign on behalf of suddenly bereaved families
2wish Cymru and 2wish:
2wish has been established since 2012 and has grown from strength to strength. During this time, we have worked tirelessly to embed our service and ensure that the offer of support is made at the point of death.
We offer an immediate, consistent, high-quality and compassionate service to all individuals affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under in Wales. We work in partnership with professionals who refer into the charity on behalf of the families, so they don't have to trawl through the internet for an organisation who may, or may not, be able to support. We provide immediate, and ongoing, support and are here for as long as our families need us.
Context of role:
2wish support anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. We are an All-Wales charity providing immediate casework support, as well as ongoing aftercare services including counselling, alternative therapies, play therapy, support groups, support events and a respite cottage.
This role is subject to a DBS check.
Purpose of role:
This is exciting time to join the 2wish team as we continue to expand our services across England that will see us deepening our presence in England. We’re looking for someone who can seek out and build great partnerships, cultivate and manage large corporate donors whose values align with ours and help raise brand awareness. Someone who can proactively generate new and repeat business and enjoys networking and building relationships with both corporate sponsors and high net worth donors.
Main duties:
Team Leadership
- Line manage the Corporate Fundraiser and Events Coordinator, providing guidance, support, and performance oversight.
Partnership Development
- Identify and secure strategic partnerships to grow annual and long-term income.
- Develop and implement innovative and creative approaches to overcome challenges in generating funding and building partnerships.
- Lead stewardship and engagement of corporate supporters, including creating tailored plans and activities to maintain strong relationships and encourage long-term support.
Strategic Growth & Awareness
- Work with the Head of Fundraising to develop and implement strategies to increase funding, raise brand awareness, and expand 2wish’s reach across Wales and England.
- Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and target relevant leads.
- Plan and deliver tailored events and attend community and industry events to promote 2wish’s services, raise funds, and attract new audiences.
- Identify and recommend networking and speaking opportunities for the CEO and senior team to raise funds, increase awareness, and build strategic connections.
- Manage sponsorship opportunities to promote the charity’s mission and build new relationships.
Planning, Collaboration & Evaluation
- Work with the Head of Fundraising to set income targets, develop financial forecasts, and monitor progress.
- Manage budgets for partnerships activities, ensuring effective use of resources and achievement of fundraising goals.
- Analyse and report on the performance of business development initiatives, including partnerships and events, and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Collaborate with teams across 2wish, including fundraising and marketing teams, to align partnership goals with the wider organisational strategy.
- Support the development of targeted campaigns in collaboration with fundraising and marketing teams to secure new partnerships.
It is the nature of the work that tasks and responsibilities are in may circumstances varied and unpredictable. All employees are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks, which are not specifically covered in their job description may have to be undertaken.
General:
- To be responsible for organising own work agenda, time management and administration
- To show respect and sensitivity for the cultural and religious beliefs of families
- To undertake learning opportunities and seek them out for the team
- To adhere to all company policies and procedures including Safeguarding, Confidentiality, Health and Safety and Lone Working; and to be proactive in implementing new safe working practices as appropriate
- To attend weekend and evening community events in support of the charity as necessary
- Participate as and when required in team meetings and one-to-one meetings, and undertake, as appropriate, courses/training/other developmental activities, which is relevant to the role
- Contribute on the social media platforms maintained by 2wish
- It is the nature of the work that tasks and responsibilities are in may circumstances unpredictable and varied. All employees are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks, which are not specifically covered in their job description may have to be undertaken.
- You will be subject to performance review, which will incorporate a review of the above duties and performance over the period.
What we do for you:
Salary: Starting salary of £32,000 per annum.
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Normal hours are 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday, although alternative hours may be worked with line manager agreement. Work outside office hours may sometimes be necessary and will be compensated for by time off in lieu.
Annual leave: 28 days plus bank holidays. Annual leave steadily increases after five years of service. Annual leave and statutory holidays are calculated on a pro rata basis where applicable.
Pension: 2wish operate a contributory pension scheme. 2wish will auto-enrol you into the scheme in accordance with it's auto-enrolment obligations. Full details of the scheme will be provided to you once you are enrolled, including the minimum level of contributions that you will be required to make during your membership (current contributions - employer 3% and employee 5%).
Mileage: A fixed rate allowance is payable for agreed mileage undertaken on 2wish business in a private vehicle, over and above your usual journey to your workplace/s.
Location: 2wish is currently working with staff to offer a form of hybrid working and this will continue for the foreseeable.
Additional benefits for our employees:
- An 'Employee Assistance Programme, ' including wellbeing support
- Free parking on 2wish premises
- Free branded 2wish clothing
- An extra annual leave day on your birthday
- Incremental increase in holiday entitlement based on length of service
- Paid sick leave
- Discounts for personal purchases on 2wish Merchandise
- Free tickets to UK 2wish events, discounts for family
- Extra holiday entitlement when taking part in 2wish overseas events
- Company mobile phone for performance of duties
- Tools/equipment required for the performance of duties
- Reimbursement of work expenses
- Bright Exchange employee discounts
How to apply:
Please return a CV and covering letter, or a CV and two-minute video, by email.
Closing date: 9 December 2025
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Closing Date: 26 November 2025
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Save the Children UK has an exciting opportunity for a collaborative and fashion-savvy retail leader with strong volunteer management experience to join us as our Store Manager for our Mary's Living & Giving (MLG) Store in Chiswick, London, where you'll inspire a longstanding and dedicated volunteer team to deliver an exceptional retail experience and maximise income that helps transform children's lives.
About Us
Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach.
About the role
As Store Manager, you will lead one of our flagship Mary's Living & Giving stores – a premium, fashion-forward charity retail concept created in partnership with Mary Portas. You'll be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Chiswick store, ensuring that it not only meets its commercial goals but continues to offer a unique, community-focused shopping experience that reflects the MLG brand.
You'll lead and support a passionate team of around 40 volunteers, maintaining their engagement while evolving the store's offer to reflect local trends and align operationally with other Mary's Living & Giving stores across the network.
In this role, you will:
• Lead, motivate, and develop a diverse volunteer team, creating an inclusive, supportive and empowering culture that celebrates each individual's contribution.
• Manage all aspects of store operations, ensuring excellence in visual merchandising, stock management, and customer service standards.
• Analyse sales performance and local trends to maximise income and profit, while maintaining the premium and distinctive MLG brand identity.
• Build strong links with the local community to grow the store's supporter base and reputation as a destination for high-quality womenswear and new goods.
• Diversify the product offer in line with community insight and MLG strategy, ensuring the store remains relevant, inspiring, and competitive.
• Ensure compliance with Save the Children's policies, safeguarding, and operational standards.
About you
To be successful, it is important that you have:
• Proven leadership experience in retail or charity retail, with a track record of managing and motivating teams (paid or volunteer).
• A strong sense of fashion retailing, with the ability to curate, present and sell products to a fashion-conscious, label-driven customer base.
• Commercial awareness and experience of working to sales targets, with the ability to interpret data and identify growth opportunities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to engage confidently with volunteers, customers, and the wider community.
• A flexible, positive, and resilient approach, with the ability to adapt and problem-solve in a fast-moving retail environment.
• Commitment to Save the Children's vision, mission and values.
This role will be based on-site in the Chiswick, London shop. We're looking for someone able to work 5 days (35 hours) per week to include weekend working.
What we offer you:
Our benefits package is extensive and generous, including:
• Competitive Pay – Our transparent pay policy ensures fair and equitable compensation.
• Generous Holidays – Start with 27 days off per year (pro rata for part-timers) and enjoy up to 32 days after 10 years.
• Pension & Life Assurance – Secure your future with excellent contributions.
• Employee Discounts – Save on groceries, high-street brands, home, tech, gyms, holidays, and more! Over 6,000 deals are available through our benefits platform.
• Maternity/Adoption Benefits – Get 21 weeks of full pay after just six months of employment.
• Paternity/Adoption Leave – Enjoy 10 weeks of full pay (plus statutory 2 weeks) after six months with us.
• Additional benefits: include cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, eye care, flu jabs, season ticket loan
Closing date: 26th November 2025
Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications.
Location & Ways of Working:
The majority of our roles can be performed remotely in the UK, but at times you will be required to come to your contracted office (usually between 2–4 days per month, depending on the needs of your role, team, or service). For many roles, this is likely to be the minimum required to deliver impact.
This will be discussed and agreed with your manager / team and we encourage candidates to discuss our ways of working in more detail at interview stage.
Please note: travel costs to your contracted office will be at your own expense.
Flexible Working - We are happy to discuss flexible working options at interview.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Save the Children UK believes in a world that is fair, inclusive and equitable where all children have the opportunity to change their world. We apply this to our workforce and we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organisation where all employees have a sense of belonging and feel that they can be "Free to Be Me". We are not looking for just one type of person - we want to recruit people who can add fresh perspectives, innovative ideas or challenge that disrupts the risk of group think.
We are especially interested in people whose childhood experiences - of life on a low income, of migration, of being in a racialised community, of the care system, of being LGBT+ or in an LGBT+ family or living with (or with someone with) a disability - help us to see things we might otherwise miss. Whatever your story is we want to hear it because we know that different voices, ideas, perspectives and knowledge, working together will enable us to better the lives of children around the world. This is the reason why we are all here.
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Overview of Calan DVS:
Calan DVS is one of the largest domestic abuse charities in Wales and we are committed to working in partnership to end domestic violence and abuse. Our staff are passionate about what they do and deliver much needed services to support some of the most vulnerable people in society.
Our service was formed in 2012 as a result of a merger between Neath & Lliw Valley Women’s Aid and since 2012, other Women’s Aid organisations have also joined the group including Brecknock Women’s Aid, Bridgend Women’s Aid and Ammanford Women’s Aid.
Our vision:
At Calan DVS, our vision is to work towards safe and resilient communities free from domestic violence and abuse. To achieve this, we aim to relieve the distress, suffering and poverty experienced by families exposed to domestic violence and abuse. We also aim to educate the public regarding the causes and effects of domestic abuse along with prevention methods
The Lotus Project:
The Lotus Project is a new service within Calan DVS which has been co-produced with survivors and stakeholders. The new service has been implemented to support individuals who are accessing Calan Domestic Abuse services and who have also experienced Sexual Violence.
The service will operate from a trauma informed, strengths based perspective in order to ensure each survivor has consistent yet individualised support throughout their recovery journey.
Each survivor who accesses the service will have the opportunity to receive specialist support through our Sexual Violence Counselling service, tailor made group work program and one to one support. Survivors will have regular strength based goal setting sessions with their Sexual Violence Support Worker.
Consultations and collaborative working are at the heart of working in a trauma informed way, therefore the Lotus Project will continue to be developed alongside the support staff and survivors who access the service.
Purpose of the role:
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To provide consistant, psychosocial, trauma informed support for survivors of sexual violence.
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To ensure each survivor accessing The Lotus Project is informed and empowered on the ways in which to access therapeutic support after experiencing sexual violence.
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To deliver sexual violence specific group work and one to one support.
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To work in a multidisciplinary manner to ensure each survivor is linked with the appropriate external support services (such as ISVA services, SARC, substance use services)
Key Accountabilities:
Sexual Violence Support
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To provide one to one emotional support for survivors of sexual violence who would like to access The Lotus Project.
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From the point of receiving the referral, the SVSW will create a collaborative safety and support plan to help inform the person accessing the Lotus Project of what support is available to them either from the group work program, one to one support session, counselling or ongoing telephone support.
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To link in with external agencies so that the survivor accessing the Lotus Project has access to a full range of support (for example, SARC, ISVA, Substance support, Sexual Health, GP).
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To have a strengths based, trauma informed approach to working with survivors of sexual violence and to ensure that suvivors are at the center of their own recovery journey.
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To work alongside the professional making the referral to ensure all risk and support needs are considered and actioned in a fair and consistent way.
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To attend professional review meetings with other Calan practitioners who may be supporting the person accessing the Lotus Project.
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To report any safeguarding concerns to their line manager and follow Calan’s Safeguarding Policy and Procedures.
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To deliver online and in person sexual violence group work programmes (as appropriate).
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To support delivery of group therapeutic activities such as yoga, self care, art therapy, creative writing, nature walks and document feedback.
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To provide one to one support for those who are unable to attend the group work program, using the group work program as a structure for those support sessions.
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To work alongside the person accessing the Lotus Project to dispel any rape myths, self-blame and pathologized attitudes towards sexual trauma.
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To have regular case review meetings with their line manager and supervision sessions.
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To empower and encourage those accessing the Lotus Project to sustain ongoing peer support groups.
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To support those accessing the Lotus Project to understand techniques to cope with anxiety, flashbacks and other symptoms of trauma.
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To explore areas of self care with those accessing the Lotus Project and encorperate this into each individuals safety and support plan.
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To write supporting documents for GP’s or other relevant professionals so that the person accessing Lotus Project doesn’t have to retell their story.
Health and Safety
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To work at all times in a safe and efficient manner and be aware of the Lone Working Policy / Health and Safety Policy and Procedures.
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Participate in the Risk Assessment processes.
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Ensuring the safety of the survivors accessing The Lotus Project through ongoing risk assessments and monitoring.
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To actively engage with their own self care to minimise the impact of vicarious trauma and burnout.
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To work alongside their line manager to identify their own areas of support in regards to their mental and physical wellbeing.
Organisational
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Participate in relevant training and opportunities to increase and develop knowledge.
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Follow Calan DVS Equal Opportunity Policy and Diversity Strategy and observe the standard of conduct which prevents discrimination taking place.
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Attend and participate in team meetings.
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Prepare for and participate in supervision, appraisals and team reviews.
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Conduct administrative duties relating to the Lotus Project e.g. maintain support plan records and reviews, record statistics and provide reports as required.
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Promote public awareness of the work of The Lotus Project and trauma informed approaches to working with survivors of sexual violence.
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To support the development of The Lotus Project in collaboration with the Sexual Violence Service Development Manager.
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Ensure that all work is conducted to the highest professional standards and complies with the DA Support Services and Calan DVS Policies and Procedures.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
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Assist with organising and take part in promotional, educational and funding activities as required.
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Keep up to date with relevant legislation, local strategies, policies and procedures.
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Ensure that all activities are within Calan DVS budgets.
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Work flexibly to provide the service which may include weekend and evening work.
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Work flexibly to cover for other posts as required/appropriate.
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Work within Calan DVS Codes of Practice.
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Maintain confidentiality in relation to service users, staff and projects.
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To undertake any other duty reasonably requested by their Manager/Management.
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To partake in Calan’s on-call service.
This job description is indicative of the range of current duties and responsibilities of the post, it is not comprehensive. It is inevitable that the duties will change as the role develops, and it is essential, therefore, that it should be regarded with a degree of flexibility, so that changing needs and circumstances can be met, all changes will be discussed fully.
Personal Specification
Essential:
You will be able to demonstrate the following key knowledge, skills, behaviours and experience:
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Minimum of two years experience supporting survivors of sexual violence.
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Demonstrable experience of working in a strengths based, trauma informed way.
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Experience of building a rapport with survivors of abuse in an trusting, empathetic way whilst maintaining own personal boundaries.
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Knowledge and understanding of the impact of sexual violence and trauma on an individual.
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Experience of facilitating support groups and structured one to one support.
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To actively engage in your own self care and understand the role of self care in a persons recovery from trauma.
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To identify coping mechansisms to trauma that may be detrimental to a persons recovery.
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Experience of working collaboratively with organisations in the community to raise awareness, network and build partnerships.
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Proven experience of working in a non-judgemental way whilst understanding and respecting a persons individual boundaries.
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Experience of supporting people in crisis and those experiencing high levels of emotional distress
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Commitment to ongoing professional development.
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Proven experience of liaising and advocating for survivors with statutory and voluntary agencies.
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Experience of strengths-based needs assessment, risk assessment, risk management and support planning.
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Competency in Information Technology including internet and software packages.
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Possession of a valid full driver’s licence and ability to use own car for work purposes.
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Good verbal and written communication skills, including report writing.
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Ability to work on own in an unsupervised setting or as part of a team.
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Awareness of equal opportunities and ability to work in a non-discriminatory way.
Desirable
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Ability to speak Welsh.
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NVQ Level 4 or equivalent in a relevant field, i.e. social care or health.
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Foundation counselling qualification
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
WCCM seeks to appoint an experienced, creative, and highly motivated Grant and Major Donor Fundraising Manager to lead fundraising and grant management across a global organisation dedicated to the teaching of Christian Meditation.
Working to the Executive Director, you will interact with our decentralised finance, marketing and communications staff and volunteers.
Together, you will nurture Major Donor relationships and create and manage appropriate donor stewardship schemes and rationalise our income streams.
You’ll ensure grant reporting and management is kept on track whilst developing targeted proposals for new funding from sympathetic donors in the arena of Trusts and foundations.
You will work to support both our teaching and resourcing of meditation and the running of our retreat centre in Bonnevaux, near Poitiers in France.
An excellent writer with excellent financial and budgeting skills, you will be adept at pulling together relevant, succinct and compelling information for our donor reports and bids.
You’ll work with communications staff to develop impactful donor communications which enhance our accountability and inspire renewed major donations.
You will have a demonstrable track record in winning grants as well as in the stewardship of major donors.
Occasional trips to France.
Interest in Christian Meditation/Spirituality an advantage.
Interviews: early December 2025
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About Us
IIED is an international policy and research organisation working to build a fairer, more sustainable world, in partnership with others across the globe. We stand up: challenging the systems and structures that perpetuate economic, social and environmental injustice – acknowledging our own role in this. We speak out: calling out the big blockers that prevent progress for communities and working to amplify voices, redistribute power and strengthen rights. We innovate: developing, co-producing and supporting evidence-based ideas to drive progress towards a thriving world for all. We collaborate: building connections at local, national and international levels, to support diverse partners to tackle the climate, nature and inequality crises so that people and the planet can thrive. Come and be part of this exciting journey with us!
We are now looking for an Internal Communications & Events Manager to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 35 hours per week.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned events professional with experience designing internal communication strategies to join our impact-driven and globally respected organisation.
We’ll give you the platform to refine your craft at the highest level, curating thought-provoking events that bring global changemakers together, sparking dialogue that matters, and cementing your reputation as a leader in your field.
And with the freedom of hybrid working, you’ll have the scope to shape a career that fuels your best ideas, balancing focus and creativity while making an impact that reaches far beyond your desk.
So, if you want to use your creativity and strategic thinking to help an organisation that’s tackling global environmental and social challenges, read on and apply today!
The Role
As our Internal Communications & Events Manager, you will lead the delivery of our internal communications and events strategies to support engagement, collaboration, and knowledge sharing across the organisation.
Working as part of our highly skilled Communications Group, you’ll design, develop and deliver internal engagement activities, including staff events, communications tools, and content that reflect our values and goals.
Alongside this, you will play a vital role in managing our external events programme, working closely with colleagues across the organisation to deliver professional, high-quality events that amplify our impact and strengthen our influence across key audiences.
Additionally, you will:
- Develop engaging agendas, identify speakers, and prepare materials for events
- Write, review and edit event marketing content for our website and social media platforms
- Analyse event engagement metrics
- Manage the intranet and internal communications channels
- Organise and oversee internal events
- Manage budgets for both internal engagement and events
About You
To be considered as our Internal Communications & Events Manager, you will need:
- Substantial experience in internal communications and event management
- Experience in designing and delivering internal communication strategies
- Experience managing hybrid, virtual and in-person events
- Experience working with social media and online platforms such as Eventbrite
- Strong project management, co-ordination, and strategic planning skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex messages clearly
- Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office 365 and Zoom for events
- An internal communications, event, or marketing qualification or equivalent experience
The closing date for this role is 19th November 2025.
IIED is a hybrid working organisation and you are likely to be working from home most of the time. As such, you will need a suitable place to work and a reliable, fast internet connection.
Other organisations may call this role Internal Communications Manager, Events Manager, Employee Engagement Manager, Communications & Engagement Manager, or Events Lead.
IIED is a Global organisation that serves the Global Majority. We are committed to equity of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in IIED’s workforce including members of minority groups and those with lived experience of the work we do. Even if you don't satisfy all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply, as we will offer training and development to upskill the right candidate for the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Make a difference every day with PDSA
At PDSA, we’re dedicated to improving the lives of pets and the people who love them. As a Fundraising Adviser, you’ll play a vital role in helping us raise the funds that keep our veterinary services running, making a real difference to pets and their owners across the UK.
If you’re a great communicator with a passion for helping others and a drive to achieve goals, this could be the perfect role for you.
About the role
You’ll be based in Sunderland, at our National Customer Service Centre (NCSC), located just 600 metres from our local PDSA Pet Hospital.
Our centre has been running in its current form for nearly a decade and is home to a friendly team of 60 colleagues, a great mix of full- and part-time team members who work together to deliver excellent service and results.
Over the years, the NCSC has evolved significantly, now handling a wide range of customer and supporter interactions. It’s an energetic, supportive environment where every conversation helps make a difference.
What you’ll do
- Make inspiring outbound calls to engage supporters, encourage donations, and promote PDSA’s work.
- Handle inbound calls related to fundraising with empathy and professionalism.
- Achieve personal and team income, service and quality targets.
- Build positive relationships with supporters through excellent communication and listening skills.
- Ensure accuracy and compliance with Data Protection and fundraising regulations.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of PDSA’s veterinary and fundraising activities.
About you
You’ll bring:
- Experience working towards financial or operational targets.
- Excellent telephone and listening skills, with the ability to build rapport.
- A positive, solutions-focused approach.
- Confidence using computer systems and managing data accurately.
Desirable experience includes:
- Customer service or complaint handling.
- Fundraising, sales or supporter engagement.
What We Offer
We are really passionate about being a great place to work, where people feel connected with what we do and where they feel they can make a genuine difference. This commitment has resulted in us being rated as one of the top 25 big organisations to work for in the UK according to Best Companies survey.
In addition to being a great place to work, we offer a wide range of benefits, including:
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service), with option to buy/sell days.
- Special days off, including:
- A paid Volunteering Day
- A Celebration Day for something meaningful to you
- A dedicated Wellbeing Day to focus on yourself
- Generous pension scheme – up to 10% employer contributions
- Free Life Assurance (4 x annual salary)
- Enhanced family leave (maternity, adoption & paternity)
- Retail, travel & leisure discounts through Fetch platform
- 15% discount on PDSA Pet Insurance plus access to staff vet services for pets
About PDSA
As the UK’s leading veterinary charity, with 49 Pet Hospitals, we strive to improve pets’ lives – through prevention, education and treatment. Every year our dedicated vet teams carry out 2.7 million treatments on 470,000 pets. Our national network of around 120 high street shops help us to provide these treatments through selling both donated and new goods.
We believe that we work better together, so everyone from our vets, volunteers, shop teams and to our office support colleagues – we are driven in our dedication and passionate about pets. Join us and help improve the lives of every pet.
PDSA is committed to embedding a culture of diversity and inclusion within our teams that reflect the communities we serve. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies and opportunity for flexible working arrangements to support team members from different backgrounds.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, adults at risk and all our colleagues and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect.
The closing date for this vacancy may be brought forward should we receive sufficient candidates.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a dynamic and empathetic Member Engagement Manager to join our team. This will be a key role in building strong relationships with our members and driving long term engagement.
The British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) is the lead organisation for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in the UK and Ireland.
We are a growing organisation which aims to improve the mental health of people across the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, through furthering research and good practice in CBT and related professions.
We have more than 25,000 members across the UK, Ireland and overseas, and a growing staff team, who work remotely. Our members are part of geographical branches and Special Interests groups. A key part of the Member Engagement Manager role will be to build and support a framework for this network and the individuals who make it up.
Ideally, we need someone who is a strong communicator with excellent relationship building skills, who will manage initiatives to listen to our members, create meaningful connection and ensure members feel valued.
The role will be home-based, with requirements to travel to meetings across the UK and Republic of Ireland to support the work of the branches and sigs as well as attendance at twice yearly staff meetings
What we offer
- A supportive an inclusive team environment
- Flexible working
- A generous annual leave allowance of 30 days plus bank holidays
- Employee Assistance Scheme
How to apply
Send an up-to-date CV with a covering letter of no more than two pages no later than 28th November 2025. Interviews will be held on 12th December 2025
The covering letter should set out how you meet each of the criteria from the person specification that are marked with “Application”.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Age UK is hiring a Portfolio Support Officer! This role will support the delivery of funded programmes, projects and activity, providing support across a portfolio of activity linked to the delivery of services and projects across the Age UK Network.
You'll be supporting with elements of activity and reporting across multiple areas, providing support to the wider Delivery team with communications, general administration, project administration. You will likely play a role in supporting activity reporting, working with colleagues in the Delivery team to contribute to status and performance reporting.
We operate a hybrid-working model, a blend of home and office working. This role will include regular days working from our London office (EC3N 2LB) - currently at least once a week and may involve travel across the UK. Travel costs to the London office are the responsibility of the postholder and are not covered by the charity.
Please note this role is being offered as a Fixed Term Contract ending 5th October 2026.
Last date for applications Tuesday 18th November 2025.
Age UK internal grade: 7L
Must haves:
The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:
Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P
Experience
- Co-ordinating activities to ensure projects and work programmes are delivered on time and on budget. A, I
- Communicating, both in writing and verbally, with a range of stakeholders. A, I
- Building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders to meet objectives. A, I
- Managing large volumes of communications through multiple channels, including emails, Microsoft Teams, phone calls. I
- Organising meetings and planning and delivering activity to agreed quality standards. A, I
- Experience in preparing governance and progress reports across different streams of activity, projects and programmes. A, I
Skills and knowledge
- Excellent organisational skills and proven ability to track progress of deliverables. A, I
- Excellent IT skills, in relation to Microsoft packages, which should be proficient at a high level. A
- Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to report on progress in writing and verbally. A, I
Personal attributes
- Confident dealing with people from different levels and backgrounds. I
- Able to work flexibly as part of a team. I
Great to Have's:
The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:
Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P
Experience
- Experience of uploading and maintaining content on intranet and internet sites. I
- Experience of delivering services, or working in a similar environment, with older people. I
Skills and knowledge
- Understanding of the issues facing older people. I
What we offer in return
- Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
- Wellbeing days - 2 paid days per year (pro rata for our part-time colleagues)
- Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan and EAP
- Car Benefit scheme, Cycle to Work scheme
- Home & Tech - apply to buy any Home & Tech items from 'Currys' & 'IKEA', up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free.
- Blue Light Card scheme
- You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.
Additional Information
Supporting statements and anonymisation
Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement that explains how they meet the competencies annotated with an ‘A’ in the job description, to assess suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges and accepts that AI may be used to support the application; we do expect candidates to personalise experience, knowledge and skills and failure to do so, may result in your application being rejected.
Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview.
Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. Age UK is a Disability Confident Scheme employer. Due to high numbers of applications received, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Reasonable adjustments
Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
For a full list of benefits please visit our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Purpose
Are you a strategic HR professional passionate about people, culture, and inclusion? Centre 404 is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join our Central People and Culture team and support the Director of People in delivering Centre 404’s People Strategy and sector workforce priorities. The role focuses on embedding workforce planning, building management capability, and strengthening cultural development, ensuring the organisation is well placed to meet the challenges of the Adult Social Care Workforce Strategy and the new national pay deal.
About Us
Centre 404 is a vibrant north London based charity committed to empowering people with learning disabilities and their families. We champion inclusion, choice, and wellbeing, and we’re proud to be driving sector-leading change in social care.
Key Priorities
- Deliver a management development programme with measurable impact
- Provide workforce analytics to inform strategic decisions and reduce agency spend
- Coach managers to resolve employee relations issues proactively
- Drive improvements in staff engagement, inclusion, and fair treatment
- Lead on Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives and quality benchmarking
- Embed co-production principles across HR processes
What We’re Looking For
- CIPD Level 7 (or working towards) or equivalent
- Proven experience in workforce planning, leadership development, and cultural change
- Strong coaching, influencing, and analytical skills
- Commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, and the rights of people with learning disabilities
- Knowledge of CQC/Ofsted frameworks and sector reforms is a plus
Why Join Us?
At Centre 404, you’ll be part of a values-driven organisation that prioritises people. We offer a collaborative environment, meaningful work, and the opportunity to make a real difference.
Centre 404 is dedicated to staff development and supervision and we will provide a detailed induction and on-going training and support. All offers of employment are subject to a DBS check, proof of eligibility to work in the UK and satisfactory references covering a five year period.
Centre 404 is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Charity ref number 299889
Please submit a CV along with a cover statement addressing the following: “Tell us more about why you are interested in this role and what you would bring to this post in terms of your knowledge, skills and experience”. Please ensure you refer to the job description and person specification in your statement and explain how you meet the criteria.
