Volunteer officer jobs in Lambeth, greater london
About The Role
The Senior Safeguarding Officer plays a vital role in strengthening safeguarding practice across Place2Be, a leading children’s mental health charity. Working closely with the Head and Deputy Head of Safeguarding, you will help ensure the organisation meets its safeguarding responsibilities for children and vulnerable adults by enhancing training, embedding robust policies, and improving systems and practice across staff, volunteers, and partner schools.
This hands-on and collaborative role combines operational safeguarding oversight, training delivery, and service development, offering the opportunity to influence organisational practice, support multi-agency working, and contribute to better outcomes for children and young people.
We are looking for someone who has managerial experience and safeguarding experience within an education setting.
Together we can change children’s lives. At Place2Be, we believe every child should have easy access to mental health support whenever they need it. We create a safe place in schools where children and young people can open up without pressure or stigma, allowing our highly skilled and diverse counsellors to reach children, young people and their families who need us.
Please note that this is a maternity cover role from1st October 2026 to 30th November 2027 (14 months).
For a career with purpose, this is your place.
Recruitment Process:
As part of your application you will need to answer some shortlisting questions. Please answer these as fully as you can, we recommend using the STAR model. Situation, Task, Action Result.
Closing date for applications: Midnight on 12 July 2026
1st Interview date: 30 July 2026 in person interviews in our London Office
Our Benefits
When you work at Place2Be –whether that's in a school, supporting families, providing clinical supervision, or in IT, Finance, or Fundraising –every role can make the difference to a young person. To achieve this, we ask that you bring your best self to your role and our commitment to you, is to welcome you into our community, and help you progress. Because we know that you being at your best, means the best outcomes for the children we support.
Here’s just a few things we have on offer:
- Annual Leave that increases with service
- Comprehensive learning and development to enable you to progress your career
- 5% contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance of four times your annual salary
- A comprehensive employee assistance programme
- Mobile Phone Discounts (EE network)
- Wellbeing days to allow you some ‘you’ time
- Christmas holidays closure period in addition to your annual leave
We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented within our organisation.
We are proud to be a disability confident employer and will ask you during your application If you wish to be considered for a guaranteed interview under the disability confident scheme. Under the scheme we commit to offering an interview to disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria as outlined in the job role.
If you have any questions about the scheme, or require any adjustments to help you complete an application then please contact the recruitment team.
We recognise that AI is becoming part of daily life and you may want to use it to help you format your CV, create responses to application questions or even help you prepare responses. AI can be a powerful enabler and we are open to you using it to apply for roles with us, but we ask you to ensure anything you submit truly represents your capabilities and viewpoint. We value honesty, integrity and creativity and want to understand what you will uniquely bring to our team.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
we believe every child should have easy access to mental health support whenever they need it.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: Partnership Marketing Officer.
Reporting To: Partner Marketing Manager.
Salary Range: £30,000 - £34,000.
Contract Type: Permanent.
Location: Hybrid – London.
Hours/Days per week: 35 working hours per week, Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm.
About Felix
We bring people together to rescue, repurpose, and share surplus food that would otherwise go to waste, turning an environmental problem into a social opportunity.
Together with 16 other independent charities, 26,000 volunteers, and thousands of partners, we are the UK’s food rescue network, supporting 1.5 million people across the country.
We‘re about fuller plates, fuller communities, and fuller lives.
Purpose of the Role
Support the delivery of Felix’s partner marketing activity by coordinating campaigns, creating engaging content, managing partner communications, and ensuring smooth collaboration across fundraising, food and produce partnerships, communications, and digital teams.
Reporting into the Partner Marketing Manager, The Partner Marketing Officer will play a key supporting role in bringing partnerships to life through co-branded campaigns, storytelling, and marketing materials that strengthen relationships with corporate partners, increase brand visibility, and demonstrate the impact of Felix’s work.
This is an exciting opportunity to join an established and growing marketing team following the launch of our new brand, Felix, and help drive its growth through high-impact partner marketing campaigns.
This role is ideal for someone who is highly organised, creative, collaborative, and passionate about using marketing to support meaningful social impact.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring campaigns are delivered smoothly, creatively, accurately, and in line with brand standards.
Key Responsibilities
Campaign and Partner Marketing Support
- Coordinate day-to-day delivery of partner marketing activity across key corporate partnerships, food, produce, fundraising ensuring projects are delivered on time and to a high standard.
- Manage campaign timelines, approvals, and incoming requests to ensure smooth delivery
- Support the development of messaging frameworks and partnership communications tailored to different partner audiences and regional requirements.
- Coordinate with external agencies, freelancers, and internal stakeholders to deliver campaign assets, video content, and partnership materials.
- Coordinate filming and photography, including briefing and overseeing shoots
- Assist with the creation and rollout of co-branded marketing campaigns with corporate and food partners.
- Help maintain consistency across all partner communications in line with Felix’s brand guidelines and messaging.
- Support seasonal campaigns, awareness moments, and key partnership activations.
- Assist in managing marketing requests from internal stakeholders and external partners.
Content Creation and Storytelling
- Develop partner marketing briefs and supporting assets for use across email, social media, digital, and campaign activity, working closely with the External Affairs teams who lead channel delivery.
- Work collaboratively with the Content and Case Studies team and frontline charities to help shape capture and steer the development of impact stories, testimonials, and partner content that showcase the value of partner support.
- Support the Brand, Communications, and Digital teams in producing partner-facing content and campaign assets.
- Assist with briefing freelancers, designers, agencies, and video production suppliers where required.
- Help coordinate the development of toolkits and co-branded materials for partners.
- Support the adaptation of content and messaging for regional and partner-specific audiences.
Internal Collaboration
- Act as a day-to-day contact for internal teams on partner marketing activity.
- Support collaboration between the Food, Fundraising, Produce and External Affairs team to ensure joined-up delivery.
- Coordinate internal approvals for marketing assets and communications.
- Maintain organised records of campaign assets, partner materials, and marketing plans.
- Contribute ideas and insights to improve partner engagement and campaign effectiveness.
Partner Relationship Support and Reporting
- Provide responsive and professional support to external partners on marketing-related requests.
- Assist with campaign reporting, monitoring engagement and performance metrics.
- Help gather campaign results, case studies, and impact data for internal reporting and partner stewardship.
- Support budget tracking and administrative processes for partner marketing activity.
- Monitor marketing activity and identify opportunities to increase partner visibility and engagement.
- Build strong working relationships with internal teams, external agencies, and corporate partners to support seamless campaign delivery.
- Champion brand consistency, ensuring accurate use of messaging, tone of voice, and visual identity
Essential
- Experience in a marketing, partnerships, communications, fundraising or fmcg support role.
- Strong written communication and copywriting skills and proofreading ability
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Experience supporting marketing campaigns across digital and offline channels.
- Excellent attention to detail, ability to follow and impose brand guidelines, with a commitment to quality control
- Confident working collaboratively across teams and with external stakeholders.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills
- Ability to manage multiple partner accounts and priorities concurrently
- Passion for Felix’s mission and values.
Recruitment timeline
We reserve the right to close advertisements early and we might assess candidates and arranging interview as applications come in, so please apply as soon as possible, to avoid missing out on this opportunity. Due to the anticipated large number of applicants, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of your application, we regret to inform you that your application has been unsuccessful. Consequently, will not be able to provide feedback.
We deliver this surplus food to charities and schools so they can provide healthy meals and help the most vulnerable in our society.



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Green Alliance is an environmental thinktank, charity and advocate committed to achieving a greener, fairer future for the UK. We believe that ambitious political leadership is essential for meaningful environmental change at the speed and scale necessary.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our operations team, someone with a strong financial background with excellent attention to detail, a flexible attitude, an ability to work effectively under their own initiative and as part of a small team, together with excellent organisation and administrative skills.
Effective financial control is central to our strategy and operating model. The finance officer plays an essential role in maintaining control over our finances and operations. You will process and monitor financial transactions, liaise with our payroll bureau regarding staff payroll and pensions and support the Head of finance. You will be experienced in using Dynamics 365 Business Central as an accounting system.
This is a part-time role for two days a week (0.4FTE), with flexibility about when the hours are worked. It's a hybrid role, working from home and from our office. You will report to our Head of finance. You will also work with all staff on financial matters including personal and credit card expenses, central and project income and expenditure, and processing of payroll by liaising with our external bureau.
Green Alliance is an independent think tank and charity focused on ambitious leadership for the environment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Help us change lives through world-class medical research
At the Medical Research Foundation, we believe in the transformative power of medical research. As an independent charitable foundation, we fund exceptional research into underfunded and emerging areas of health, areas where we can make the biggest impact. As we roll out an ambitious strategy to 2029, we’re looking for a Research Impact Officer to help monitor and evaluate our research to ensure our funded projects make a real-world difference.
About the role
- Reporting to our Senior Research Impact Manager, your main responsibilities will be to:
- Provide day-to-day administration for the research portfolio
- Be the first point of contact for reporting enquiries from funded researchers
- Collate qualitative and quantitative data to support impact reporting
- Support the ongoing development of progress reporting forms
- Develop and maintain working relationships with grant-holders
- Organise and attend meetings with researchers in support of impact evaluation activities
- Liaise with the Communications Team to publicise research outputs
- Respond to requests for information about research impact from across the organisation
- Assist in the delivery of scientific seminars and award events
- Represent the charity at external events.
About you
You will use your excellent analytical, communication and organisational skills to help us manage our diverse research portfolio. You are motivated and enthusiastic and you will be keen to get involved in projects aimed at achieving our ambitious research strategy. You can see full details in the attached job description, but we will be looking particularly closely for evidence of the following criteria in your written application:
- Experience of working or volunteering in a science-related environment
- Experience of collating and analysing data using Microsoft Excel plus generally high level of IT skills
- An interest in scientific affairs or medical research
- Ability to understand complex scientific information presented in reports and explain it in a simple way
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally with colleagues, scientists and other stakeholders
About the Medical Research Foundation
Our vision is a world where medical research improves health for everyone.
There are still many health conditions which impose a heavy burden on millions of people, in the UK and around the world. History has shown us, time and again, that the best way to achieve better human health is through medical research. We know that by investing now, we will see life-saving advances in the future and improvements in health for everyone.
Salary, benefits and working arrangements
We will offer a salary of between £32,000 and £37,000 per annum depending on skills and experience for a full-time post (36 hours). We are happy to consider a part-time contract (min 0.8 FTE).
We value spending time working in-person to develop strong connections with each other and with our mission, so you will be based at our central London office for a minimum of three days a week (usually Monday, Tuesday and Thursday) with the option to work remotely for the remainder.
We offer
- 30 days' holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)
- Double-matched pension contributions up to 12% employer contribution
- Life insurance at 4x salary
- Wellbeing support and flexible working culture
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at the Medical Research Foundation
At the Medical Research Foundation, we believe that diversity drives creativity and innovation. We are dedicated to promoting equality of opportunity, fostering fairness and inclusion, and creating an environment where everyone feels that they belong. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
How to apply
The job description gives full details of the role and who we are looking for. To give your application the best chance of success, please prepare a CV and supporting statement that set out clearly how you meet the shorlisting criteria listed above under 'About you', then visit our website to find out how to submit your application.
If we invite you to interview we will ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
We look forward to hearing from you!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
Merstham Community Facility Trust (MCFT) is a community charity based at the heart of Merstham- one of the most deprived areas in Surrey.
We provide a safe, welcoming and inclusive space where residents can connect, access support, learn new skills, and feel part of their community. Our vision is for Merstham to be a place where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Our work is shaped by the voices of local people, and we are committed to ensuring that everyone- especially those who may feel excluded or overlooked- can take part and feel a sense of belonging. As a small, dedicated team, we value collaboration, inclusion, and community connection in everything we do.
About the Role
The Community Inclusion & Engagement Officer plays a vital role in ensuring MCFT’s work reaches and reflects the whole community.
You’ll work both within the Hub and out in the community, building trusted relationships with residents, increasing participation, and ensuring our services are inclusive, accessible, and responsive to local needs.
Working closely with colleagues and volunteers, you’ll be a key link between the community and our programmes- helping shape activities, gather insight, and engage those who may face barriers to participation.
This role is ideal for someone who is people-focused, proactive, and passionate about inclusion, and who enjoys working in a visible, community-facing position.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Experience working directly with the public or supporting communities
- Strong communication skills with warmth, empathy, and professionalism
- Ability to build trust and positive relationships with a wide range of people
- Understanding of challenges faced by communities like Merstham
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage a varied workload
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a small team
- Experience gathering community insight or feedback to inform services
- Confidence using social media to engage communities
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends
- Commitment to inclusion, accessibility, and community participation
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience in community development, outreach, or inclusion-focused roles
- Experience supporting families, young people, or wellbeing initiatives
- Knowledge of local services and community networks
- Experience working with volunteers
- Experience collecting data or contributing to monitoring and evaluation
- Local knowledge of Merstham
- Ability to travel locally (e.g. driving licence or equivalent access)
Why Join MCFT?
- Make a direct and visible difference in your local community
- Build meaningful relationships with residents and partners
- Help shape inclusive, community-led activities and services
- Work as part of a supportive and collaborative team
- Benefit from flexible working arrangements
- Play a key role in creating a more connected and inclusive Merstham
To support, empower and connect an inclusive community.



About Us
Merstham Community Facility Trust (MCFT) is a community charity based at the heart of Merstham.
We provide a safe, welcoming and inclusive space where residents can connect, access support, learn new skills, and feel part of their community. Our vision is for Merstham to be a place where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Our work is rooted in strong local relationships and shaped by the voices of the community. We are a small, committed team driven by our values of inclusion, empowerment, and community connection.
About the Role
This is a varied and rewarding role combining community development, project delivery, and fundraising.
As Community Development & Funding Officer, you will design and deliver community projects that respond to local needs, while securing funding to sustain and grow our work. You’ll work closely with colleagues, volunteers, and residents to co-create inclusive programmes that make a tangible difference.
You’ll play a key role in:
- Developing new initiatives based on community insight
- Leading projects from idea through to delivery and evaluation
- Building partnerships across the local area
- Securing funding and demonstrating impact
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys both hands-on community work and strategic development, and who thrives in a small, collaborative team.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Experience in community development, project coordination, fundraising, or a similar role
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Experience using community insight or feedback to shape services or projects
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a small team
- Good IT skills, including data management and basic budgeting
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends to support community activities
- Commitment to inclusion, empowerment, and community-led approaches
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience working with volunteers
- Experience writing funding bids or managing grants
- Knowledge of local community services or challenges
- Experience monitoring and evaluating projects and reporting on impact
- Experience managing budgets or reporting to funders
- Ability to travel locally (e.g. driving licence or equivalent access)
Why Join MCFT?
- Make a visible, meaningful difference in a local community
- Help shape and deliver community-led projects from the ground up
- Work in a supportive, collaborative team environment
- Enjoy flexible working options to support work–life balance
- Gain experience across both project delivery and funding development
- Be part of an organisation that values people, place, and inclusion
To support, empower and connect an inclusive community.



About The Refugee Council
The Refugee Council is the nation’s refugee charity. Together with community groups, partners and volunteers, we help people who have escaped war and persecution to rebuild their lives, integrate into communities, and play their part in Britain. Born in the aftermath of World War II, our frontline services support over 14,000 refugees each year to find safety, get to know their neighbours, and enter education, training or work. We share our evidence and expertise with policymakers to help build integrated communities where everyone can contribute.
We have offices across the UK where our Services teams provide support to refugees at the local level.
Inclusion and Accessibility
Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.
Our Values
Our values underpin everything we do:
- Inclusive: We are inclusive. We work with – not for – refugees and people seeking asylum so they have an equal voice, co-producing projects and ensuring their expertise and experiences are at the heart of what we do.
- Collaborative: We are collaborative. Working with others is a priority in order to have the collective impact that is vital to achieve policy and practice reform.
- Courageous: We speak out when we see injustice, cruelty and unfairness. We always stand up for what we believe is the right thing to do to transform the experiences of those seeking protection in our country.
- Respectful: We are respectful of all those we interact with. We treat everyone – our staff, volunteers, beneficiaries, partners and people we disagree with – with the same respect, professionalism and understanding.
About the Role
The Senior Trust Officer is responsible for securing and managing significant income from charitable trusts and corporate partners to sustain and grow the Refugee Council’s services and advocacy work with and for refugees and people seeking asylum. Managing a portfolio of high-value trust and corporate partner relationships (independently up to £250,000 and supporting the wider philanthropy team for applications over £250,000), the role prepares compelling applications, pitches and reports, cultivates long-term partnerships, and ensures timely stewardship that reflects the organisation's impact and values.
Working closely with colleagues across Services, Finance, and Business Development, you will develop strong cases for support and new funding projects, aligning donor interests with organisational priorities and future service design. By combining excellent relationship management, persuasive writing, and sound judgement, the Senior Trust Officer ensures that trust and corporate fundraising contributes effectively to organisational sustainability while upholding the Refugee Council’s mission of dignity, compassion, and fairness for refugees and people seeking asylum.
Staff Benefits
To reward our staff for the value they bring, we offer a variety of enhanced terms and conditions and a wide range of benefits, including:
- Training & Development
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension Scheme
- Work/Life Balance Policies
- Employer-Sponsored Volunteering
- And more.
Let’s work together to improve the lives of refugees in the UK – apply on our website today.
Closing date: 15 July 2026.
Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.
REDRESS is looking to appoint an Advocacy Officer to deliver our work on policy advocacy with a focus on the United Kingdom, including on Magnitsky Sanctions, and work with survivors and survivor communities on our policy advocacy campaigns. We are seeking applications from intermediate professionals with some previous experience in human rights advocacy to contribute to this work.
We are committed to amplifying the voice of survivors of torture or ill-treatment within REDRESS and the wider sector and working to ensure that people with lived experience are partners in bringing the change needed. We strongly encourage applications from candidates with lived experience, which may mean that they or their families are survivors of torture, or that they have escaped persecution.
REDRESS has a diverse team from different backgrounds and with different experiences, including those with lived experience of torture. Under our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy, we encourage applications from people of colour, LGBTQI+ people, and disabled people, who are currently under-represented. We will use positive action under the Equality Act 2010 to appoint from these groups if two candidates are equally qualified.
Who we are
REDRESS is an international human rights organisation based in London and The Hague that pursues legal claims on behalf of survivors of torture in the UK and around the world to obtain justice and reparation for violations against their human rights. Our approach to legal claims is strategic, so that as well as representing an individual we target the policy reasons that enabled the torture to take place, by building campaigns that uses advocacy, survivor participation, and communications to influence change.
Our 2030 Strategy sets out our priorities for 2026–2030 in response to the challenges facing the anti-torture movement and our areas of expertise.
You can find information about the organisation in the latest Trustees Annual Report. We continue to strengthen our processes to further enhance our diversity, build our survivor-centred approach, and ensure people with lived experience are part of REDRESS.
Position Profile
The main responsibilities of the role are:
UK Advocacy. Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders relevant to REDRESS’ UK policy objectives, including government departments, parliamentarians, parliamentary committees, NGOs and academics. Draft written materials and briefing papers for policymakers, and respond to government enquiries and consultations, and undertake direct advocacy.
Sanctions Advocacy and APPG. Deliver REDRESS’s UK advocacy on Magnitsky sanctions and asset recovery for reparation. This includes supporting REDRESS’s role as secretariat for the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Magnitsky Sanctions and Reparation and conducting advocacy to key stakeholders: the FCDO, Treasury, Home Office, parliamentarians and others.
Survivor Advisory Group. Work collaboratively with the Survivor Advisory Group to support our work with survivors and survivor communities on our policy advocacy campaigns.
Upholding the Absolute Prohibition of Torture. Support and deliver our policy advocacy work in the UK relating to other issues, such as an effective system for universal jurisdiction prosecutions, responding to threats to the absolute prohibition of torture, and responses to UK torture overseas. Conduct advocacy work related to the legal right to consular assistance and State hostage-taking.
Project Management. Manage and deliver specific project activities which include administrative tasks, budget management, planning and participating in the delivery of meetings and events, as well as other tasks related to project management.
Teamwork/Collaboration. Work collaboratively with REDRESS team members and external stakeholders, always exercising professional integrity. Supervise fellows and interns.
Representing REDRESS. Contribute to the wider needs of the organisation, including communicating REDRESS’ work to a wide array of audiences.
The position is also expected to carry out such further duties as may reasonably be required from time to time by REDRESS.
Person Specification
Essential Competencies
The successful candidate will need to have the following essential competencies:
· At least three years relevant post-qualification professional experience.
· Strong knowledge of how the UK Parliament and government works.
· Undergraduate degree specialised in international law, human rights, politics, international relations, or a related field.
· A solid understanding of international human rights policy issues.
· Demonstrated proficiency in policy analysis and policy writing and editing; demonstrated competence in writing for a broader public audience.
· Experience at delivering projects and managing project budgets.
· Experience working with victims of human rights violations, survivor groups, or grassroots campaigns.
· Experience working with NGOs and other stakeholders.
· Experience in public speaking to a variety of audiences.
· Experience managing interns and volunteers.
· Fluency in written and oral English.
· Literacy in social media in a professional environment (primarily Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook).
· Willing to undertake travel within the UK.
· An ability to work with a range of political parties.
Personal Attributes
To work for Redress, the candidate should have the following personal attributes:
· Happy to work collaboratively as part of a small and energetic team with a wide range of personalities.
· Highly efficient and organised, with an ability to multi-task, show initiative, solve problems, and take a hands-on role when necessary.
· Able to think and work strategically, creatively, and under pressure.
· Able to understand and support the aims, objectives and values of REDRESS and reflect them in all aspects of work.
· Able to work with survivors of human rights abuse with a range of specific needs.
Terms
Reporting. The position will report to a Senior Legal Advisor.
Hours. This is a part-time position at 21 hours a week. Evening and weekend work may be required from time to time.
Location. The position is based at the REDRESS office in London.
Flexible Working. REDRESS is an “in-person” organisation and we value teamwork, but we have a flexible working policy which allows for working from home. This role is currently required to be in the office one-two days a week.
Duration. The contract is for a fixed term of 12 months (maternity cover).
Start date. The position would start in September 2026.
Probation. There is a four-month probationary period.
Pension. REDRESS offers a pension contribution of 10% of salary.
Holiday. There are 25 days of holiday per year, in addition to UK public holidays. The office is also closed between Christmas and New Year.
Status. The candidate must have the right to live and work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot sponsor a UK immigration process for this role.
Interview process. We expect to do two rounds of interviews. We may ask candidates to complete a brief written test as part of the process but will provide information on that nearer the time.
· First round Interviews will take place on 7 August and will be on-line.
· Final round interview will take place on 13 August and will be in-person at our office in London.
How to Apply
Please upload to our recruitment portal a single PDF file including both:
· A cover letter of no more than one page explaining (a) why you would like to work for REDRESS, (b) how you fulfil the personal specification for the role, and (c) how you will contribute to the diversity of REDRESS, and
· Your CV or resume.
Please also complete the anonymous Diversity Monitoring Form. We use the information from the form to tell us about the diversity of the applicant pool for each of the positions that we advertise. We keep the conclusions of the analysis for our records, and the underlying data is deleted three months after the recruitment closes.
Deadline: 31 July 2026
We deliver justice and reparation for survivors of torture, challenge impunity for perpetrators, and advocate for legal and policy reforms.

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We are seeking an outstanding Chief Executive Officer to guide First Step into its next chapter, following the announcement of the planned retirement of our current CEO after 11 years of dedicated service.
You join us at an exciting and transformative time. We are actively driving the organisation forward, focusing on long-term sustainability while ensuring we never lose sight of the families who rely on us. We are looking for a CEO who shares our values, inspires others and can lead with vision, compassion and determination.
This is a hands-on, outward-facing role, leading from the front, championing First Step’s profile within the community and igniting the interest of existing and potential supporters and donors. You will need to:
- Inspire, energise and direct the First Step team of staff and volunteers, to consistently deliver outstanding support for families of children with special needs and or disabilities
- Foster a positive and proactive culture that embodies excellence and compassion at every level
- Shape and communicate a strong strategy and vision, ensuring that every aspect of our work aligns seamlessly with First Step’s objectives and values
- Actively seek out and embrace new possibilities to expand and enhance services, driving innovation to ensure the organisation continues to make a meaningful difference to the community
As we follow the recruitment requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education we do require a fully completed application with a full education and working history with any gaps explained. A supplimentary CV can also be provided for additional information, but not in place of a fully completed Application Form.
At First Step, safeguarding children and vulnerable adults is at the core of everything we do. Working closely with children, parents, staff, volunteers, and the wider community, we are dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment where everyone can thrive. Our team is vigilant and proactive to identify and address any concerns, and to follow our robust procedures whenever there is a belief that a child or vulnerable adult may be at risk of harm.
We are equally passionate about championing equality and diversity in our employment practices and the services we provide. First Step embraces inclusion, celebrating the unique perspectives and talents that each individual brings to our organisation. We actively encourage people from all backgrounds – regardless of race, gender, disability, age, marital status, sexuality, religion, background, or personality – to play a key role in building vibrant, sustainable communities. Our commitment is rooted in recognising and valuing the strengths diversity brings to our team and our wider community.
Please note: You will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, ensuring we maintain the highest standards of safety and trust.
Supporting families of babies and young children with special needs and/or disabilities
This new team is responsible for shaping, evolving and delivering our organisations strategy for achieving our vision, mission and outcomes. It is an exciting time to join us as we work collectively as an organisation on our new 10 year strategy and continue to work to support our Armed Forces community now and into the future.
Reporting directly to our new Director: Strategy, Planning and Insight, this role will see you supporting organisational planning, performance insight and evidence-based decision-making across the function. You will bring together planning, operational and performance information from multiple sources, interpret what the data is indicating, identify risks, trends and areas for improvement, and translate findings into clear reporting outputs that inform management action.
This role requires judgement in assessing incomplete or inconsistent information, determining appropriate follow-up with stakeholders, and presenting analysis in a clear, accessible and meaningful way for colleagues and managers at different levels. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to promote engagement, maintain momentum and support the successful delivery of programme objectives.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
You will have experience in supporting planning, reporting, governance or performance management processes and be able to analyse management information, data and outputs to identify trends, risks and insights. You will be a confident user of the Microsoft Office suite with the ability to manipulate and present information clearly, both in reports and in person to stakeholders at varying levels.
You will be contracted to our Haig House hub with a minimum expectation of two days per week working in person at the hub and flexibility for working remotely/at home when not on site.
Should you wish to explore a homebased contract with occasional travel to our London, Haig House, we are very open to this discussion during the interview process. Please note that any homebased contract will not have the additional London Supplement (£4,452 per annum) included in the annual salary.
Employee benefits include –
- 28 day’s paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%
- Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
- Opportunities to volunteer
- Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!
For more detailed information about the role, please see the Job Description attached to our direct advert. Our teams take a personalised approach to shortlisting, which is carried out without the use of AI and is based on the evidence provided in your application against the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer interview schemes for candidates who declare an Armed Forces connection and/or a disability. However, candidates are only eligible for this scheme if their application clearly demonstrates that they meet all of the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification for the role.
Planned Interview Dates: Virtual interviews 20th and 21st July 2026
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Northern Dog Volunteer Recruitment Officer
Location: Home based, supporting northern region’s (Including Scotland, Northern England and parts of the Midlands, with travel outside these areas occasionally)
Salary Band: £26,000 to £27,000 FTE (pro rata for part-time hours)
Job Type: Part-time (3 to 4 days per week), with flexibility required for regular evening / overnight stays and weekend work
Reports To: Head of Dog Supply & Canine Support Services
Medical Detection Dogs trains dogs to save lives.
We train specialist dogs to detect the odour of human disease, providing life-saving alert assistance dogs to people with complex health problems across the UK and collaborating with NHS Trusts and other researchers and Universities both in the UK and internationally to advance the early diagnosis of disease.
We have an exciting new opportunity to join this small but fast-growing charity that is a world leader in its specialist, innovative field.
We are looking for someone with the skills, experience and passion to join our Canine Services Department, and to be responsible for the recruitment, training and development of dog supply volunteers.
Responsibilities of the Role:
Recruitment of Volunteers (puppy socialisers, holiday cover, and fosterers)
- To liaise with volunteering team regarding current recruitment areas and support on the ground recruitment activities in the relevant regions, involving volunteers and dogs where appropriate
- To manage the process of dog volunteer recruitment
- To oversee that necessary checks have been completed to assess prospective new dog volunteers, including home, workplace, pet dog and children assessments, when required
- Inform stakeholders when a dog volunteer is signed off and ready to have an MDD living with them
- Achieve monthly targets as set by the Head of Dog Supply and Canine Services
Training of Volunteers:
- Deliver effective training by organising dog handling classes before volunteers receive their Medical Detection Dog
- Oversee the online training pathway for all dog volunteers
- Ensure all dog volunteers have received and read the training manual, addressing any questions they may have
- Be the first point of contact for all dog volunteers during the application and training process
- Link volunteers with appropriate buddies prior to placement of a puppy/dog
Other:
- To manage the Puppy Socialisers Facebook page, delivering key training messages via this platform.
- Update the Harlequin CRM and Assemble database promptly to maintain accurate and up to date records of all dog volunteers, e.g. what training they have received etc.
- Support the Dog Training and Partnership Instructor in matching and allocating dog volunteers with MDD puppies
- Support the charity’s fundraising, communications and volunteering teams as required, specifically in relation to your area
- Share best practice with colleagues across the charity
- Other tasks or ad hoc duties agreed with your line manager to ensure the successful running of the charity
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience in planning and coordinating volunteer recruitment events and recruiting volunteers
- Previous experience delivering training sessions
- Strong ability to communicate clearly and confidently with a range of audiences
- Confidence in using social media to promote volunteer recruitment
- Basic knowledge of GDPR
- Ability to deliver volunteer training, including assessing individual learning styles and adapting approaches while following structured programmes
- Strong teaching and instructional skills
- Ability to plan, prioritise and organise workload effectively for self and others
- Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with a wide range of stakeholders, including clients and their families, volunteers, professional partners, members of the public, media, managers and colleagues
- High level of IT literacy and report writing skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Desirable
- Understanding of training assistance dogs
- Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in dog training
- Basic understanding of practical dog training theories
- Knowledge of laws related to dogs
- Understanding of dog and human psychology
- Awareness of health and safety implications in dog and volunteer handling
- Understanding of ADUK and ADI regulations
Finally, the successful candidate will also be expected to:
- Hold a full UK Driving Licence
- Provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK
- Undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
- Work some evenings and weekends with the possibility of spending nights away
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Medical Detection Dogs, please do not hesitate to apply.
We are a welcoming, diverse and inclusive charity. Medical Detection Dogs thrives when everyone feels comfortable bringing their best self to work. We celebrate difference, whilst striving to create an environment where colleagues feel respected and valued for their unique potential. We are committed to our values on equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Grants Programme Officer
Maudsley Charity
Salary: £35,000
Location: Hybrid - South London (Denmark Hill) & home working
Contract: Full-time (37.5 hours)
Start date: September 2026
About the role
Charity People are delighted to be partnering with Maudsley Charity to recruit a Grants Programme Officer to join their growing Programmes team, supporting the Living Well with Psychosis programme.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build or deepen their experience in grant-making, programme delivery, and social impact. You'll play a central role in ensuring funding is distributed effectively, equitably, and with real impact-supporting work that improves mental health outcomes across south London and beyond.
Working closely with Programme Leads, you'll help manage grant portfolios, support funding processes from application through to monitoring, and contribute to learning and impact across the organisation.
About the organisation
Maudsley Charity is a grant-making foundation dedicated to improving mental health care. It works with NHS partners, King's College London, and community organisations to fund innovative, evidence-based solutions.
The charity is driven by a clear mission: ensuring that everyone experiencing mental illness can access the care that's right for them, with a strong focus on equity, lived experience, and tackling inequalities in mental health outcomes.
Key responsibilities
Grant-making & programme delivery
- Support end-to-end grant processes, including application review, due diligence and decision-making
- Manage and monitor a portfolio of grants, maintaining strong relationships with funded organisations
- Act as a key point of contact for applicants and grant holders
- Contribute to assessment panels, scoring bids and supporting funding decisions
Project & programme support
- Provide project management and administrative support to Programme Leads
- Help plan timelines, track progress, and coordinate programme activity
- Support delivery of events, workshops and engagement activity
Learning & impact
- Gather insights, data and learning from funded partners
- Support the charity's approach to monitoring, evaluation and impact
- Share learning internally and contribute to continuous improvement
Systems & collaboration
- Maintain accurate records within the grants management system
- Work closely with colleagues across Finance, Communications and Fundraising
- Contribute ideas to improve processes and strengthen inclusive grant-making practices
About you
We're looking for someone who is curious, organised and motivated by social impact.
You might already have experience in grant-making, or have gained relevant exposure through funded projects, the charity sector, or programme delivery work.
You'll bring:
- Strong organisational and project management skills
- Excellent communication and relationship-building ability
- Attention to detail and confidence working with data and systems
- Experience contributing to projects that deliver social impact
- An understanding of (or interest in) grant-making and funding processes
You'll also be someone who enjoys collaborating across teams, is keen to learn, and is motivated by improving mental health outcomes and tackling inequality.
Why apply?
This is a brilliant opportunity to join a values-led, collaborative and inclusive organisation, where you'll be supported to learn, grow and shape your career in grant-making.
Benefits include:
- Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days in the office)
- 25 days annual leave + additional service days + Christmas closure
- Pension contribution up to 6%
- Enhanced family leave policies
- Learning and development opportunities
- Employee wellbeing support and EAP
- A welcoming, inclusive working culture focused on equity and impact
Additional information
- Reporting to: Programme Lead - Living Well with Psychosis
- No line management responsibility
- Based at the Ortus building, close to Denmark Hill station
How to apply
Maudsley Charity is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and strongly encourages applications from underrepresented backgrounds.
Applications are managed via Charity People and involve a structured, anonymised process focusing on your experience and potential. Please contact Abi for additional information or to arrange an informal discussion.
You must download the Qualifying Questions document and complete this, then sending in your CV and this document as 2 separate documents to Abi.
You can download all the documentation when you click on 'Apply Now' button.
Closing date: Wednesday 22nd July at 9am
Interviews (in person): 6th August or 10th August
If this sounds like something you would like to explore but you are unsure if the role is right for you, please feel free to email Abi.
There is also an optional ‘Ask Us Anything’ Webinar via Zoom on Monday 13th July at 12.30–1.30pm where the Maudsley staff will answer questions.
Please submit questions in advance to Abi before 9am, on Friday 10th July 2026 to ensure all of your queries are answered.
Any further questions can be submitted via the Q&A function during the Webinar.
Interested?
If you're looking for a role where you can support meaningful change in mental health care while developing your career in grant-making, we'd love to hear from you.
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Please download and complete the Qualifying Questions document and complete this, also sending in your CV.
Please fill in the monitoring form, it's linked in the 'Grants Programme Officer Maudsley Jun 2026' document.
Salary: £25,375 (FTE 29,605)
Location: London Diocesan House, Causton Street (on-site)
Working hours: 8:00am to 16:30pm
Contract type: Permanent, part-time (30 hours/week across four days, with Friday as a mandatory working day)
Closing date: 12 July 2026
Interview date: 27 July 2026
This is an excellent opportunity to play a key front-facing role at the heart of the London Diocesan Fund, helping to create a warm, professional welcome for staff, visitors and partners. As Receptionist and Business Support Officer, you will combine reception, office services and finance support, contributing to an efficient, safe and welcoming workplace that supports the wider mission and values of the Diocese of London.
Job Summary
Through excellent service, attention to detail and a proactive approach, the postholder will:
· Act as a professional first point of contact for staff, visitors, contractors and members of the public.
· Support building access arrangements, reception resources, mail handling, room bookings and meeting room preparation.
· Manage day-to-day office supplies and report maintenance issues as required.
· Provide administrative support for key health and safety processes, including lone working arrangements, first aid and fire marshal coordination.
· Contribute to finance operations through invoice processing, supplier statement reconciliation, payment query resolution and accurate record keeping.
· Help maintain a safe, efficient, well-organised and welcoming working environment that supports effective service delivery across the LDF.
Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details on the main responsibilities.
Person Specification
· Empathy with the mission and values of the Diocese
· Experience as an administrator
· IT proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Excel
· Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail in data management and record handling
· Customer service experience, in person, on the telephone and in writing
· Right to work in the UK
Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details on Person Specification.
About the London Diocesan Fund
The London Diocesan Fund (LDF) is the employment body that serves and supports the Diocese of London and Church of England.
The Church of England in London is growing, vibrant and at the heart of communities throughout the capital. At the London Diocesan Fund, we seek to do everything we can to support this mission and growth, using our resources to help our parishes and chaplains to serve over 4 million people.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
The Diocese of London is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community.
We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME), women, and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy and workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation.
Safeguarding
The Diocese of London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Benefits of working with us
The LDF offers a supportive working environment, opportunity for career development and the following financial benefits:
- Competitive remuneration package
- 27 annual leave days to rise to 30 after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays
- 15% employer pension contribution and salary sacrifice available
- Death in service benefit x3 of basic gross salary
- Enhanced maternity leave of six months full pay, after 12 months of employment
- Season ticket loans for public transport
- Access to Benenden Health Insurance
- EAP counselling through Health Assured
- Up to £100 for eye test and contribution to spectacles
- Two additional paid days for community volunteering
Our Mission and Values
At the London Diocesan Fund, our mission is:
“To support, serve and resource all parts of the Diocese of London in enabling every Londoner to encounter the love of God in Christ.”
Our values shape how we work, make decisions, and support one another. We are looking for someone who reflects these in their approach:
· Confident- We work with clarity, competence and discipline to make timely, transparent decisions that benefit those we serve.
· Compassionate- We act with empathy, dignity and fairness, placing people at the heart of our work and responding with care.
· Creative- We approach challenges with openness and curiosity, creating space for new ideas and better ways of working.
· Connected- We communicate openly so everyone experiences one joined-up LDF, where relationships and collaboration shape how we work.
To apply:
Submit your application and CV online via Pathways. Please refer to the person specification and Job Description when answering the application questions.
Applications close on 12th July and in-person interviews will be held on 27th July.
For more details, please see the full Job Description and Person Specification or visit the LDF Careers Page.
For every Londoner to encounter the love of God in Christ



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Purpose of the role
Are you passionate about how digital communications can be leveraged to help even more people understand the role and importance of churches and to encourage and support those who are caring for these historic buildings? We are looking for a part-time Communications Officer to join our small Communications Team at the National Churches Trust. You will help plan, write, build and send our regular newsletters, manage our photo library and permissions, and support us in making sure our website is up-to-date, accurate and accessible.
If you are a good communicator and writer, you understand the importance of UX design and supporter journeys, and you want to use your skills to help keep churches open and in use, then this could be the role for you.
Hours of Work: Part-time, 21 hours per week split over three days, working Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.
Introduction to the National Churches Trust
We want to keep the UK’s wonderful collection of church buildings well maintained, valued and in use. Working on the ground in all four nations, we support churches of all denominations. Our vision is to see open churches thriving at the heart of their communities.
Our mission:
• We Speak Up: churches are valued and supported
• We Build Up: churches are well maintained, adaptable and in good repair
• We Open Up: churches are sustainable, open and welcoming
Our values:
• Being straightforward in responding to others’ needs
• Providing support that makes a difference
• Joining forces to achieve greater impact
• Driving change that brings our vision closer
Please note, we are not looking for any freelancers to fulfil this role.
For more information, download the job description supporting document. To apply, visit our careers page via the Apply button.
Closing date: Midnight on Sunday, 12 July 2026.
Interviews: Thursday 23 or Friday 24 July 2026 in Westminster, London.
Thank you for your interest in the National Churches Trust and our mission to see open churches thriving at the heart of their communities. We look forward to hearing from you.
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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!
Administrative Officer
Location: Ilford Redbridge IG1
Salary: £15 per hour
Contract: Part-time – 12 months contract with possibility to renew
Reporting to: Operations Manager / Director
Join Our Team and Help Empower Women
Are you a highly organised administrator who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of women and their communities?
We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Administrative Officer to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of our women’s support group while contributing to programmes and services that empower women, reduce inequalities, and strengthen communities.
As an Administrative Officer, you will provide essential administrative, operational, and programme support, helping ensure that our services are delivered efficiently and effectively.
About Us
Adanna Women’s Support Group is committed to supporting, empowering, and advocating for women from diverse backgrounds. Through our programmes, events, training, and community engagement activities, we help minority ethnic women build confidence, develop skills, improve wellbeing, and access opportunities.
Our work is driven by compassion, inclusion, and a commitment to creating positive social change.
About the Role
This varied and rewarding role will see you supporting a range of administrative, operational, and communication activities across the organisation.
You will be responsible for maintaining records, coordinating meetings, supporting programme delivery, responding to enquiries, assisting with event administration, and helping to ensure our team, volunteers, and beneficiaries receive excellent support.
No two days are the same, making this role ideal for someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and thrives in a small but busy environment.
Key Responsibilities
Administration & Operations
- Provide day-to-day administrative support across the organisation.
- Maintain accurate databases, records, and filing systems.
- Manage incoming emails, telephone calls, and enquiries.
- Coordinate meetings, appointments, and diaries.
- Prepare documents, reports, correspondence, and meeting minutes.
Programme & Event Support
- Support the administration of programmes, workshops, and community activities.
- Assist with event planning and logistics.
- Maintain participant records and programme documentation.
- Support outreach and engagement activities. E.g. volunteer fairs
Stakeholder & Volunteer Support
- Respond to enquiries from beneficiaries, volunteers, partners, and community organisations.
- Support volunteer onboarding and record management.
- Assist with staff meetings, training sessions, and organisational activities.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
- Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
- A confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office 365 and sharepoint.
- Professional, reliable, and able to maintain confidentiality.
- Passionate about supporting women and promoting equality.
- Flexible and adaptable in your approach to work
Essential Requirements
- Experience in an administrative, office support, or coordination role.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
- Good IT and database management skills.
Desirable Requirements
- Experience working within the charity, voluntary, or community sector.
- Experience supporting events, workshops, or community programmes.
- Knowledge of safeguarding practices.
- Experience using CRM or client database systems.
- Language fluency particularly South Asian languages
Why Work With Us?
- Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of women and families.
- Be part of a small but supportive and inclusive team.
- Flexible working arrangements where possible.
- Opportunities for learning, development, and progression.
- Meaningful work within a respected community organisation.
Safeguarding
AWSG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of women, children, and vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will be expected to share this commitment and will be subject to appropriate background checks.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, communities, and experiences.
Note on Equality: Adanna Women’s Support group is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the nature of our work and the vulnerable women we support, this post may be subject to an Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010.
How to Apply
Please submit:
- An up-to-date CV
- A supporting statement (maximum two pages) outlining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role
Closing Date: rolling recruitment – the applications window will close once a suitable candidate is found
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
We look forward to hearing from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.