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Our client, Parkinson's UK, is looking for an enthusiastic and well organised public affairs professional, with a good knowledge of how policy change works in Westminster and Whitehall. You’ll support their work to raise the profile of Parkinson’s UK, increase awareness of Parkinson’s and build strong relationships with Parliamentarians and civil servants. Supporting the policy advisers, you’ll keep a close eye on developments in Parliament and support colleagues in the devolved nations in their Parliamentary work.
Role (What you'll do)
Candidate (What you'll bring)
How to apply
To be considered, please send a copy of your CV, together with a supporting statement (max 2 sides of A4) fully demonstrating how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description, via the Redirect button.
Please note that this is not an entry-level role. We can only consider candidates who can clearly demonstrate experience working within a public affairs/political environment. For example, you might be working for an MP, or within a charity/NGO policy/influencing team or within a public affairs agency.
Due to timing, we are ideally looking for candidates with no longer than one month's notice.
Please note that you must already have the right to work in UK to apply for this role.
Closing: 12pm, Tuesday 28 July
Interviews: Wednesday 5 and Friday 7 August (online)
Start date: As soon as possible
We exist to make every day better, for everybody living with Parkinson’s. Right now.
Age UK Bromley & Greenwich is an independent local charity supporting older people across both boroughs. We work to enable, support and connect older people, promote independence and wellbeing and ensure their voices are heard.
We are looking for an Information & Advice Triage Worker to be the first point of contact for older people, carers and their families seeking support.
About the role
This role is central to our Information & Advice service. You will provide high-quality initial information and guidance, assess urgency and risk, and ensure people are directed quickly and appropriately to advice services, support services or partner organisations.
You will often be the first person someone speaks to, so a calm, empathetic and professional approach is essential.
Key responsibilities
Act as the first point of contact for enquiries, mainly by telephone, with some face-to-face and email contact
Provide accurate information on issues affecting older people including benefits, housing, care, health and local services
Carry out structured triage to identify needs, priorities and risks
Manage expectations clearly and sensitively
Identify safeguarding concerns and follow organisational procedures
Make timely referrals to internal services and external partners
Maintain clear professional boundaries while offering a warm, person-centred response
Record all contacts accurately and promptly on the organisation’s CRM system
Maintain clear, concise and professional case notes
Ensure confidentiality, consent and data protection requirements are met
Work closely with advisers, service coordinators and partner agencies
Take part in team meetings, supervision and training
Keep knowledge up to date on welfare benefits, services and local provision
Promote Age UK Bromley & Greenwich services positively and professionally
About you
Essential
Experience in frontline information, advice, triage or high-volume customer contact work
Confidence handling calls from people who may be distressed, anxious or frustrated
Strong listening and questioning skills
Ability to assess urgency and risk and take appropriate action
Clear verbal and written communication skills
Experience using a CRM or case management system
Good general IT skills including email and Microsoft applications
Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and professional boundaries
Awareness of issues affecting older people and carers
Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
Empathy, patience and a non-judgemental approach
Desirable
Experience in the voluntary sector or health and social care
Knowledge of welfare benefits, housing or adult social care
Experience of face-to-face advice or reception-based work
Knowledge of local services in Bromley or Greenwich
What we offer
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata), including two days over Christmas
Pension scheme with 5% employee and 3% employer contributions
Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support
Supportive team environment with training and development opportunities
If you want to play a vital role in helping older people feel heard, supported and confident accessing the right help, we would love to hear from you.
We're a local charity working in the community to support older people, their families and carers. We want everyone to be able to love later life.



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