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An opportunity as arisen for an experienced marketing professional to join our team at Halton Haven Hospice.

The Hospice is looking to recruit a Marketing and Communications Manager to lead on developing our marketing strategy and to actively engage in running marketing campaigns both internally and externally at the hospice. The successful candidate will be able to build on our existing relationships with local media and our community, whilst also having the ability to shape our marketing plans for the future.

The post-holder will be responsible for managing our website and social media content, writing and co-ordinating press releases and case studies, supporting the promotion of events and appeals and working with colleagues to develop a new marketing and communications strategy.

 

We are looking for someone who has experience in working cross-departmentally to deliver high-quality campaigns, and who has the ability to handle emotive topics in a sensitive yet compelling manner. The successful post holder must have a positive attitude, be highly motivated, enthusiastic, and friendly. We are looking for someone with proven experience in marketing or a related field, previous charity experience would be a benefit but not essential.

Benefits include company pension, generous annual leave, free parking, health care scheme, excellent training and development courses, additional long service annual leave entitlement and discounted meals.

OASIS NAVIGATOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT WORKERS x 3 vacancies

FULL AND PART TIME (40 and 20 HOURS PER WEEK)

FIXED TERM (2 x vacancies fixed for 12 months and 1 post fixed until 31st March 26)

SALARY:  £27,810 - per annum (FTE), pro rata for part time hours

LOCATION: GREATER MANCHESTER (1 post based in Trafford)

Are you passionate about supporting young people and communities?  Will you support young people to recognise and reach their full potential.  Oasis is recruiting Youth Development Workers to be part of the Greater Manchester Navigator Project.  This is an incredible project that supports young people impacted by violence.

We believe violence is preventable…We are passionate about inclusion and believe young people and communities should be central to local and national violence reduction strategies.  If you share this passion and want to make a difference, come and join our team.

As a Youth Development worker you will;

· Be present in Hospital/ Custody/ Community locations to support young people that are impacted by violence.

· Work with young people in the community supporting them to process what has happened and linking them in with services/groups that will provide them with sustainable ongoing support.

· Deliver group work sessions to get young people talking about the issue of violence providing a safe space for them to talk about their concerns and what they want to change. 

· Support communities impacted by critical incidents.

Amongst other requirements, the successful post holder must have:

· Relevant experience OR qualification in Youth & Community (JNC), Social Work (QSW) or SEND.

· Proven experience working with young people ‘at risk’.

· Reliability, with a flexible approach to changes and able to work unsociable hours.

As part of the package, Oasis offers:

• A pension scheme, currently offering 7% employer contribution.
• A generous holiday allowance and training opportunities.
• A supportive, friendly work environment, with flexible working arrangements.

If you are interested in this position, please email a CV and covering letter detailing why you feel you are suitable for this role.

We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. If you require any assistance to overcome potential barriers to application or would like to have a conversation about the role, please let us know. 

Completed applications should be returned by 9am Monday 4th August 25.

Interviews will take place on W/C 11th August 25

Oasis is a multi-national charity supporting young people and their families in 10 countries worldwide. Our vision is for building healthy communities: places where everyone is included, making a contribution and reaching their full potential.

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

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

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1163889

Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?

Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care or have an interest in people and are looking for a new challenge?

Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?

Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.

Due to continued contract growth, we are looking for new Advocates to join our team in Lambeth. We are seeking applicants who have transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a desire to help those in need of support.

About us

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.

About the role

We have exciting opportunities for Advocates to join our team covering Lambeth. Your role will require you to travel to locations such as hospitals and care homes across the area to meet with clients and professionals and be home based for administration; therefore, a suitable home internet connection is essential. 

How will you make a difference?

You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.

You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options, and will assist them in the decision-making process relating to their care, treatment, and support.

You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support.  You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them.  You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard. 

Professional Development

You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day. Advocates are expected to achieve, or already hold, the Level 4 Award in Independent Advocacy Practice with specialisms suitable for the role undertaken. To develop yourself for an exciting new career

Benefits:

• 28 days annual leave per year raising to 30 days upon 5 years of service pro rata plus bank holidays
• 5% employer pension & 3% employee contribution
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Life Assurance/ Death in service two times your annual salary
• Staff discount scheme including major supermarkets discounts, retail discounts, entertainment, holidays etc
• Discounted Gym Membership; Employee Assistance programme
• Supportive working environment fostering a good work/life balance.
• Support with continuous professional development
• Paid Disability leave
• Paid Volunteering leave

· Paid compassionate Leave 

· Home Working Allowance  

 

Support with continuous professional development 

Access to Clifton Strengths Coaching for development  

Personal Development Plans 

  

How are staff supported to work remotely? 

VoiceAbility has a small number of offices. Employees including Team Leaders are homebased for Administration and meetings will be held online as well as in person in the relevant community. 

When you need to travel for work, expenses will be paid (mileage or public transport costs).  

VoiceAbility offers the usual regular manager one to ones, Staff forums and communities of practice depending on role. Team meetings with a mix of virtual and in person approach. 

Equality and Diversity

VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR for further options.

Important Dates:

Closing date for applications; Friday 11th July 12pm however, VoiceAbility may interview suitable candidates before this date and reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.

Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.

Hint: you can use work, personal and/or voluntary experiences and examples to tell us why you should be our next Advocate.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?  

Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge? 

Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard? 

Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility. 

We have an exciting opportunity for an Advocate to join our team in Bradford.  Your role will require you to travel to locations such as hospitals and care homes across the area to meet with clients and professionals and be home based for administration; therefore, a suitable home internet connection is essential. 

About us 

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations. 

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website. 

About you

Desirably you will have some experience of working as an Advocate, providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults or young people who have support needs, ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing education and support.

You should have worked or volunteered in health, social care, welfare, support services, education or young person’s services, or advice and guidance.

How will you make a difference?

You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.

You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options, and will assist them in the decision-making process relating to their care, treatment, and support.

You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support.  You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them.  You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard. 

Professional Development?

You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day. Advocates are expected to be willing to gain, or to already hold, the Level 3 Award in Independent Advocacy Practice with disciplines suitable for the role they work in.

Benefits

 

· 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time colleagues) rising to 30 days upon 5 years’ service

· 5% employer pension & minimum 3% employee contribution

· Salary sacrifices pension scheme

· Separate Life Assurance Cover (equivalent of two times your annual salary)

· Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays, gym membership etc

· 24/7 Employee Assistance programme

· Access to remote counselling service

· Paid Disability Leave

· Paid compassionate Leave

· Home Working Allowance 

 

Support with continuous professional development

 Access to Clifton Strengths Coaching for development 

Personal Development Plans

 How are staff supported to work remotely?

 VoiceAbility has a small number of offices. Employees including Team Leaders are homebased for Administration and meetings will be held online as well as in person in the relevant community.

When you need to travel for work, expenses will be paid (mileage or public transport costs). 

VoiceAbility offers the usual regular manager one to ones, Staff forums and communities of practice depending on role. Team meetings with a mix of virtual and in person approach.

Equality and Diversity

VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact us for further options.

How to apply

To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account on our website and follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form. 

Important Dates:

Closing date for applications; Midday 23 July 2025

Interviews w/c 28 July

Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.

We look forward to hearing from you.

About The Role
We are recruiting for a Head of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion to join on a part-time basis, working 21 hours per week (0.6 FTE) as part of a job share.
 
About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what’s our mission?
Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.
 
At Alzheimer’s Society, we’re the UK’s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding ground-breaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.
 
Together with our supporters, we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.
 
Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.
 
About the Opportunity
 
Would you like the opportunity to play a key role in shaping our culture and driving systemic change that lasts?
 
As Head of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, you’ll join a talented and dedicated People Directorate and contribute towards embedding Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) across every aspect of our work. We’ve already made meaningful progress—launching EDIB training, establishing employee networks, and developing tailored programmes for ethnically diverse colleagues and female leaders. But we know there’s more to do, and we’re determined that our efforts lead to permanent, impactful change—not token gestures.
 
This is more than a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to influence the future of a national charity that’s striving to better reflect and serve a truly diverse community. We want someone who leads with integrity, courage, and compassion. Someone who exemplifies our values, challenges the status quo, and helps create a workplace where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.
 
The closing date for applications is Sunday 20th July at 23:59.
 
We will be holding Involvement Panels on Friday 8th August, followed by interviews which are scheduled to take place on Monday 11th & Tuesday 12th August.
 
About you
You’ll have experience of supporting the development and implementation of strategic and operational EDI work with the ability to use data, insights and evidence to support this. You’ll have specialist leadership and influencing skills with the ability to oversee teams and senior stakeholders with implementing our EDI strategy.
 
Crucially for this role, you’ll be able to build collaborative relationships and use your communication skills to cultivate networks. You’ll have experience of using appropriate challenge and support methods, managing conflict and be able to demonstrate positive, values-led leadership. You’ll also be an effective decision-maker with he ability to consider and take accountability for risks and decisions which carry organisation-wide impact.
 
We actively encourage applications from candidates from ethnically diverse backgrounds and others who are underrepresented in charity sector leadership roles. If you’re ready to make a difference when and where it matters most, we’d love to hear from you.
 
What you’ll focus on:

- Leading the delivery of plans to implement our organisation-wide vision and strategy to become an inclusive organisation.
- Establishing yourself as a subject matter expert to engage with, influence and inspire people at all levels to drive prioritisation of and commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) goals.
- Recommending a range of EDI metrics to track organisational progress with inclusion, informed by the external good practice and organisational need.
- Using your subject matter expertise to develop and manage plans and budgets that create a step change in performance and impact in EDI.
- Providing specialist knowledge and expertise on legislation governing diversity and inclusion and shape organisational policy, processes and practice.

About Alzheimer's Society
Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.  

We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. 

Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. 

Our hiring process

During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply.  Please also contact Alzheimer’s Society Talent Acquisition Team via [email protected] for application support or any adjustments you might need.

To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice.

We try to avoid closing roles early where possible, however if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close earlier than the advertised closing date. Should this occur, we will aim to provide you with at least 48 hours' notice.

We are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring the welfare of those we work with, due to the nature of some of our roles, we might need to carry out a DBS check at the relevant level.

Giving back to you

Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society. 

You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it’s like to be an employee at the Society.

Job Title:Clinical Supervisor

Reports to: Clinical Lead

Full Time:14.8 hours (2 days per week/0.4 FTE) to include Wednesdays

Start Date:              September 2025

Location:Home based in England or Wales

Salary: £14,352 p.a. actual salary. (£35,880 FTE)

 

Here at the Royal Society for Blind Children we believe that every blind young person should have the chance to live life without limits. By giving young people the essential skills and confidence to take control of their life, they can unleash their true potential.

We are seeking a part time Clinical Supervisor who will be key to ensuring that our team of Family Practitioners have the right support to provide a quality service for families.

This is a great opportunity to join RSBC as we seek to expand and build on our already successful and impactful programme of Family Support.

The main purpose of this role is to:

· To maintain the highest quality of service to families requiring emotional wellbeing support, ensuring the Family Practitioners can maximise progression outcomes for VI children, young people and their families, including improvements to their emotional wellbeing.

· To provide lead professional support to Family Practitioners through advice and guidance with their cases to ensure the most relevant interventions. 

The ideal candidate will ideally have a relevant professional therapeutic qualification and registration / accreditation with appropriate professional body HCPC, UKCP, BACP, AFT etc.

In return we offer a competitive range of benefits including a generous annual leave allowance of 28 days pro rata (rising to 29 days after 3 years’ service) + bank holidays, Employee Assistance Programme, Perkbox, flexible working opportunities, 3% contribution towards pension, and season ticket loan. We are a welcoming, diverse and inclusive workforce and are a Disability Confident Employer. We also hold the Investors in People Silver Award.

For further details on the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification

Please apply by emailing your CV and a supporting statement which details how you meet the requirements of the role and person spec

 

Closing date: 21 July 2025

Interview: Week commencing 11 August

 

 

To apply you will need to have the right to work in the UK

 

 

The Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, all posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check from the Disclosure and Barring Service and 2 satisfactory professional references. Registered Charity No.307892

Salary: London Living Wage £27,007.50 p.a. FTE

Contract: 6-month fixed term contract with the prospect of progression to a permanent Coordinator role

Location:  Main Office - London Scottish House, 95 Horseferry Rd, London SW1P 2DX.

We are seeking interns to work in London and North Kent

Reporting to: Programme Hub Manager

About the Role:

Here at Construction Youth Trust, we're on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals who are excited to learn and ready to dive into a supported internship. This is a fantastic chance to get a hands-on feel for what it's like to work in the charity sector. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the wider development of the Trust e.g. participation in strategic working or Task & Finish groups.

We are particularly looking for individuals at the start of their career interested in working directly with young people within our Delivery Team

As a Delivery Team Intern, your key duties and responsibilities could include:

· Supporting the team to deliver fun and engaging programmes and activities for young people to get them ready for the working world by building on their skills and confidence.

· Supporting the team in the development of effective long-term working relationships with schools and referral partners.

· Supporting the team to enlist, manage and coordinate the support of local industry partners to connect young people with opportunities and employers that match their unique strengths and interests.

· Supporting the team with administrative tasks, helping to register, monitor, and evaluate the young people participating in programmes and activities.

· Please note that you will be required to travel across London regularly

About You

What we’re looking for in our new Intern(s) includes:

· Ideally educated to Level 3 (BTEC, A- Level, etc) or equivalent experience.

· Enthusiastic about connecting young people to opportunities, particularly those facing significant barriers to work.

· Have a ‘can-do’ attitude, as our Intern you will be expected to get involved in a variety of our programmes and activities.

· IT literate and digitally savvy

· Ability to communicate professionally with a range of people including young people, schools, funders, universities, industry representatives, training providers and community organisations.

· A willingness to learn about career opportunities offered by the modern construction and wider built environment sector.

About Us

Make a big impact with a dynamic small charity transforming young people’s lives London.

Construction Youth Trust is an ambitious and innovative charity whose mission to inspire and enable young people to overcome barriers and achieve their full career potential. Social mobility is at the heart of our work, and we prioritise working with young people from low-income backgrounds and those who are facing significant barriers to employment.

We help young people recognise their potential, develop their confidence and skills and discover career opportunities never previously presented to them. Through our long-standing partnerships with employers in the construction and built environment sector (over 200+ across London), we connect young people to relatable role models, world of work experiences and ultimately rewarding jobs and apprenticeships. The built environment is at the forefront of the drive towards achieving net zero and future economic growth, offering young people substantial opportunity for career progression.

The Construction Youth Trust team works in a fast-paced environment, so we’re looking for someone who is well-organised, detail-oriented and will be proactive in finding effective solutions. You should have excellent communication skills, the ability to build relationships and a willingness to learn.

At the Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We are looking for candidates who share our dedication to this commitment. All roles involve safer recruitment practices therefore an Enhanced Disclosure with Barred List check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be carried out.

We strongly believe that a diverse and inclusive team is vital to our work. We are especially interested in hearing from individuals from a minority ethnic background and/or those with a lived experience of the young people we support.

What we offer:

As one of our interns, you'll gain valuable skills to kickstart your career, with the prospect of progressing into a Coordinator role with us. Plus, you'll have an internal buddy to support you and help you settle in throughout your internship.

You’ll be eligible for many of our benefits including:

· 25 days annual leave per year, plus an additional “Day for You”, (pro rata for part-time or any period less than 1 year) which increases by a day each year after 2 years’ service up to a maximum annual leave entitlement of 30 days per year

· Opportunity to take a 6-week sabbatical after 3 years of service

· The Trust’s contributory pension scheme after three months – The charity will match your employee contribution up to 7%

· All travel expenses covered over and above your regular commute to and from work. Any extra travel for work purposes will be reimbursed.

· Access to Workplace Options EAP (a provider of employee support services)

· Opportunity to Work from Home

· Opportunity to take part in the wider team’s wellbeing and social activities

· A supportive Training and Development policy which encourages colleagues to develop as professionals and achieve relevant qualifications (e.g. CIOF’s Certificate in Fundraising).

How to Apply

If you are passionate about improving the life chances of young people, especially those facing disadvantage and exclusion, we'd love to hear from you! Please complete the application form and include a supporting statement (max. 500 words) explaining why you're interested in this role and how you meet the person specification.

Previous applicants need not apply. CV's alone are not considered a full application and si will not be considered.

Closing date: 25th July 2025. However, we reserve the right to close recruitment for these roles ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications. We may also interview candidates as we receive suitable applications and close the application deadline earlier if a successful candidate is found.

A second interview may also be required.

You can access the Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification for this role using the linked document on this site.

Senior Project Officer

Scotland

£32,145 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)

 Ref: 20REC 

Full Time 37.5 hours per week – happy to talk flexible working

Contract: Fixed term until March 26 with likelihood of 12 months extension, subject to funding

Base: Edinburgh or Glasgow hubs, and East Lothian Council offices with flexibility to work from home a proportion of the time.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Sustrans as part of the Connected Neighbourhoods team, working in partnership with East Lothian Council to facilitate a strategic approach to active travel infrastructure development and delivery in the council area, as well as providing support with active travel policies and proposals for the council's planning and pipeline projects.

As the Senior Project Officer, you will be embedded within East Lothian Council, working in partnership with external organisations and across council departments to align policy aims and identify and develop opportunities for investment in active travel. You will support the planning and delivery of active travel interventions and provide expert support and guidance to ensure that walking, wheeling and cycling are integrated into strategies, programmes and projects.

The role is based within the geographical area with regular travel expected to East Lothian Council offices and either Edinburgh or Glasgow hubs. 

About you

You should have experience in (at least) one of the following: transport planning, land use planning, urban design, traffic engineering, sustainable transport project delivery. 

You will be an experienced project manager able to work collaboratively with multiple partners and stakeholders.

You should have the ability to work independently and be able to make decisions with minimal supervision, as well as have excellent report writing skills. 

We ask you demonstrate knowledge of the funding context for active travel in Scotland. 

Sustrans has a long-term commitment to being a charity for everyone - reducing inequality, valuing diversity, enabling inclusion and ensuring all people are treated with dignity and respect. We aim to be a truly inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, in particular from under-represented groups. 

What we offer

In return we can offer true hybrid working to suit individual circumstances and a flexible, supportive and rewarding working environment. 

Wellbeing

• 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working
• Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Staff volunteer days
• 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service
• We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes

Financial

• Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans
• Bike, computer and season ticket loans
• Discount benefits
• London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London)
• Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary

Family Friendly

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)

Additional information

• Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 23:59, 27 July 2025.
• Interviews will take place in person at our Edinburgh office between the 5-7th August 2025. If you are unable to attend in person, please contact us to request an alternative arrangement.

About Sustrans

At Sustrans you'll be part of a movement to make it easier for people to walk and cycle. 

We're all here to change things! You’ll be part of an incredible community of talented, passionate, creative, problem solvers all working together to change things for the better. We act locally and think big - we have a vision of a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone.

You'll be questioning the status quo and daring to imagine a different world. You'll work on exciting, impactful projects that will stretch and empower you and you'll be rewarded by seeing the difference you make to people, communities and the planet. 

 We believe including everyone is central to who we are and what we want to achieve, we welcome difference and pride ourselves on creating a culture where you can be yourself and where your wellness is supported. 

You'll be guaranteed to make friends for life and work with a team that is incredibly flexible, supportive, ethical and fun.

About us

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. 

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 Refugee Council is seeking to recruit a 7 hours weekly face-to-face Adult Psychological Therapist to work with resettled refugees in Sheffield. This is a fixed-term post until March 2027.

Sheffield Therapeutic Services for Resettled Refugees (STSRR) is based within the Refugee Council's Resettlement Team in South Yorkshire. The Resettlement Team provides advice and support for Resettled Refugees to help them access services and mainstream provision and establish community links.

The Therapeutic Team in Sheffield provides one-to-one Psychological Therapy and Group therapy to resettled refugees presenting with mental distress. We have adopted a psychosocial perspective and use a specially tailored care model to address the needs of our clients.

We are seeking an experienced Psychological Therapist to work within this team for one day per week. The post-holder will be based within our Sheffield office, and all therapeutic work is face-to-face working alongside our Therapeutic Interpreting team.

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 2025.

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.

The Pembroke Academy of Music (PAM) is an open-access music education programme with a vision that all young people should have the opportunity to learn and grow through high-quality engagement with music. PAM works toward this vision by offering local children low-cost classical music instrumental instruction, providing opportunities for them to perform and enjoy music and supporting their personal development through music. PAM includes:

• Weekly instrument tuition in either violin, cello, trumpet, trombone, guitar, clarinet, or flute; 

• Weekly in-depth music-making sessions in ensemble work, musicianship, music theory, and biweekly composition lessons; 

• Termly solo and ensemble performance opportunities in the Walworth community; 

• Collaborative music projects with our local music organisations such as: Youthsayers Music, Orpheus Sinfonia, Brixton Chamber Orchestra. 

• Travel to Cambridge and participate in music workshops with the Pembroke College Chapel Choir

• Trinity Board Music Examinations. 

The role of the PAM Project Manager is to oversee all aspects of the delivery of PAM, with the support of the PAM Administrator. The PAM Project Manager also ensures PAM works within our overall statement of purpose for arts programmes at Pembroke House: 

• Creating space for local people to learn arts disciplines, create art together and share various forms of creative expression with each other and the wider society 

• Using the arts as a way to connect people to each other and strengthen the community

• Nurturing the creative life of the Walworth community by supporting local artists and art making that comes from the local community

• Exploring the role of the arts in bringing about social change 

Rainbow Migration is the longest-running charity in Europe dedicated to supporting LGBTQI+ people through the asylum and immigration system and has been campaigning for their rights since 1993. We are recruiting a Senior Casework and Service Coordinator to assist the Support Services Manager, provide guidance and advice to colleagues, and manage incoming queries from service users.

Rainbow Migration has grown in recent years from a small charity generating £200k income in 2019 to £1M in 2024. The Senior Casework and Service Coordinator is a new role that will take on some of the responsibilities of the Support Services Manager, freeing the manager up to work on service development and strategic matters. 

Responsibilities include:

· Managing systems for incoming service user inquiries

· Casework for service users with the most complex needs or challenges

· Facilitating complex case discussions with colleagues and providing support and guidance

· Ensuring accurate reporting on service delivery outputs, outcomes and trends

· Assisting the Support Services Manager to implement changes in the service

Rainbow Migration’s vision is that LGBTQI+ people can settle in the UK and lead fulfilling lives. Our values are: 

· Safety: We believe everyone should be safe from persecution and safe to be themselves. We strive to create a safe workplace culture, and we place importance on the wellbeing of everyone involved with Rainbow Migration. 

· Integrity: We are thorough and honest in everything we do, and we take responsibility for our actions. We want to be accountable to our communities and those who support us. 

· Belonging: We welcome and include all LGBTQI+ people, and we celebrate and value their range of experience in terms of gender, religion, race, age, disability status and class. We try to remove obstacles to participation, champion equality and promote a sense of family or home through our services. 

· Respect: We believe that every person is equal and deserves the same level of courtesy, care, and attention. We respect the rights, wishes and feelings of our service users, and campaign for their rights to be respected as they go through the asylum and immigration system. 

Diversity, inclusion and anti-oppression

At Rainbow Migration, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. We consider all qualified applicants, consistent with any legal requirements.

We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the community we work in and welcome applications from candidates who have been through the UK asylum system and people of colour, who are currently underrepresented among our staff in relation to our service users.

We are also reviewing what we do and how we do it through an anti-oppression and anti-racism lens, as well as investing in being more informed and led by LGBTQI+ people who have sought asylum.

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for anyone considered as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 if they meet all the necessary criteria in the person specification. If you wish to qualify under this scheme, please make this clear when applying.

We send a selection of questions in advance of job interviews to give applicants more thinking time. You are welcome to take notes in interviews to help process information. If your interview is online, we can also put questions in the meeting chat. Please let us know if we can make other adjustments to support your interview process.

Role overview

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week). Working part-time (minimum 28 hours) will be considered. Occasional work in the evenings and at weekends may be required but with plenty of notice. Rainbow Migration encourages staff to maintain a good work life balance and has a TOIL system in place.

Salary: Starting at £36,994 with potential annual step increases up to £41,315 (pro rata if working part time), plus statutory employer’s pension contribution. In addition to an annual step increase, we consider giving a separate inflationary increase every April.

Location: Rainbow Migration’s wheelchair accessible offices are based between Vauxhall and the Oval, London. This role will have an office-based contract but the postholder can choose to work from home for part of the week in agreement with their line manager as per our hybrid working policy. You must be available to work from our offices in London when necessary. The successful candidate would also be welcome to work from the office full-time if that is their preference. At the time of posting this advert, staff mostly work from home. There might also be occasional travel outside London with plenty of notice. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Annual Leave: Initially 25 days per year. After two years of employment, this will increase by one day per year up to a maximum of 28 days (pro rata if working part-time).

Benefits:

· Two days of wellbeing leave to be taken at short notice in each calendar year (pro rata for part-time staff)

· Enhanced parental leave and pay

· Full pay for jury service (up to four weeks), compassionate leave (up to two weeks) and dependants’ leave (up to four days, pro rata for part-time staff)

· Separate salary step and inflationary increases considered every year

· TOIL system

· Hybrid working policy, including possibility of working abroad for 10 working days (pro rata for part-time staff) each year

· Policy on staff loans or salary advances for difficult times

· Work laptop and mobile phone

· Training and learning opportunities

· Occupational health assessments for disabled employees to understand how we can support and make reasonable adjustments

· Employee assistance programme which includes counselling service, wellness advice, legal and money advice, and other matters

· Clinical supervision for staff delivering services (a safe space with an independent therapist to offload and discuss feelings and challenges)

How to apply

Closing date: 9am 14 July 2025

Interview dates: Initial interviews will be 30 July and 1 August 2025 by Zoom. A second round of face-to-face interviews in London will follow.

Please read the job description and person specification. If you have any questions about the role or would like to find out more before applying, then you can contact the line manager via the email in the JD or on our website.

Please send to the email in the JD:

1. Your CV

2. A written statement (max 1,000 words). Instead of a written statement you may submit your statement by video or audio recording (max 8 minutes)

We would also be grateful if you could complete the optional monitoring form (link in the JD).

In your statement, please:

1. Explain why you are interested in this role and give examples of how you meet the person specification. In addition to what is on your CV, we want to hear about any relevant skills and experience that demonstrate you meet the necessary (and, where applicable, advantageous) criteria for the role. Skills and experience could be from training, volunteering, interests or life experience

2. Confirm if you wish to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme for anyone considered as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 (physical or mental impairment that has a ‘substantial’ and ‘long-term’ effect on your ability to do normal daily activities)

3. State how many hours a week you wish to work and if you have a preferred pattern

While AI can be a helpful tool, we expect all applications to be original and authentic. Please ensure your final submission personally reflects your own experiences, qualifications and style of writing. Transparency is valued, so if you use AI to help with your application in any way, please explain why. Applications that are obviously written with AI without explanation will not be considered.

By submitting an application, you:

1. Confirm that you have the right to work in the UK and will produce the necessary documentation if you are offered this post.

2. Declare that to the best of your knowledge and belief, the information provided in your application is true and correct and that you understand that any false information or statement given will justify your dismissal from Rainbow Migration if appointed.

3. Accept that owing to the nature of the work, if successful, you will be required to disclose all spent and unspent criminal records at the point of conditional job offer and subsequently to undergo an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check. See our website for more information.

We are proud to be a member of the Experts by Experience Employment Network, which aims to create a charitable sector that is led by people with lived experience of the asylum and immigration system. As part of this network, we challenge the one-size-fits-all approach in our employment practices and respect the personal circumstances and needs of people with lived experience.

If you are an expert by experience (a refugee or a migrant with direct, first-hand experience of issues and challenges of the UK asylum or immigration system), you can ask for independent and confidential support for your job application from the Experts by Experience Employment Network. Please complete the form (link in JD) to request support and they will confirm if they can match you with a mentor to support your application.

Privacy notice

If you apply for this role, the information you provide will be processed according to Rainbow Migration's privacy policy. Rainbow Migration will not share your information with any third parties unless part of the recruitment process or are legally required to do so. By applying, you are permitting Rainbow Migration to access and use the information for recruitment purposes. Rainbow Migration will store data on unsuccessful applicants for 12 months after the conclusion of the recruitment campaign. Monitoring information is kept separately and is pseudonymised to avoid identification of applicants. It is amalgamated for statistical purposes and the original data is then deleted after six months.

Stroke Association is the UK's largest charity dedicated to helping with the emotional, practical and financial cost a stroke can have.

Surviving a stroke is just the start of a long and difficult recovery journey. Stroke Association is there to support stroke survivors and help their families find the strength they need to find their way back to living a fulfilling life.

A stroke can happen to anyone, of any age, at any time and one in four strokes happen in people of working age.

“I’m Leighton and when I was 39 years young I had a stroke.  There’s a sentence I never, ever thought I would write. But that’s the thing with stroke, it doesn’t care how fit and healthy I was. It doesn’t care that I’m a dad with a 10-year-old son. A son that needs me.”

We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the team raising vital funds to provide this invaluable lifelong support for all stroke survivors, just like Leighton.

The Role

This is an exciting new role in a newly created team, formed to acquire strategic corporate partnerships and community connections. Main responsibilities will include:

• Developing a robust pipeline of future support focussing on high value relationships.
• Delivering engagement strategies and products to enhance the conversion rate of your pipeline.
• Developing and delivering a relationship stewardship plan for all corporate partners.
• Delivering an individual income target.
• Tracking and monitoring income and pipeline values to support with forecasting and budgeting.

The Person

We are looking for a confident and enthusiastic person with excellent communication and relationship building skills. You should be excited by the prospect of building a new pipeline and portfolio of corporate partners and be confident stewarding relationships in this space. 

You must be able to work flexibly to maximise opportunities across Scotland, and have the initiative and ability to work with autonomy. Previous experience in fundraising is desirable; however, we are also keen to speak with people who also have the knowledge and experience in building relationships and are keen to transfer this skillset into the rewarding world of fundraising!

Why Stroke Association?

The Fundraising team at Stroke Association pride themselves on fostering an open, honest, flexible and supportive working environment. The culture is such that everyone feels valued and recognised and despite being a disparate team, there are strong bonds formed across the charity. Not only does this charity transform the lives of stroke survivors and their families, but it also offers a wonderful environment to work in where people add value and have a positive impact every single day.

The charity’s benefits also include elements such as volunteering days, long service awards, incremental annual leave increase with service, a generous pension contribution and enhanced maternity and paternity leave.

If this sounds like the opportunity for the next phase of your career, then get in touch! The role permanent and full-time (but flexible working will be considered). You must either have a driving licence and access to your own vehicle, or be able to demonstrate that you can meet the travel requirements of the role which include travelling extensively across the region/country.

If you think you could be the right person to fulfil the exciting responsibilities of this role, apply here, or get in contact with Charlie, Jen or Leanne at Charity Horizons for more information. Please note that this role closes on 8th July 2025.

Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format such as audio or video upload, or require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us, please contact either Jen or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this.

Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way.

Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.

Job Title: Member Services and Allocations Coordinator

Location: Nottingham, NG7

Hours: Part Time, 20 hours per week across 5 days

Salary: £13411.20 per annum

About FareShare Midlands

FareShare Midlands is the region’s largest food redistribution charity, tackling inequality, transforming lives and ensuring no good food goes to waste. We rescue surplus food and redistribute it to 650 local charities and community organisations, feeding 60,000 people every week. We also invest in communities, providing education, training and volunteering opportunities, helping over 700 individuals to date to build a better future. Together, we’re fighting hunger, reducing food waste and creating opportunities across the Midlands. Learn more here or read our latest Annual Report Snapshot here.

The Role

To provide efficient, focused and professional customer service and administration support for FareShare Midlands.  In addition, this role will be a key member of the regional centre team working closely with the Regional Operations Manager, other departments such as operations, development, fundraising and marketing in order to raise the charity’s profile and attract support. You will work towards, and achieve, best-in-class warehouse & food co-ordination as part of the warehouse and operations team in Fareshare Midlands. As a team you will ensure that food is allocated in a safe, timely and accurate way to optimise the service provided from your depot to our community.

This role will suit someone who has a passion for our values and supports our vision.  Someone who wants to make a real difference and work for one of the most progressive and ambitious charities in the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Contacting and liaising with members as appropriate in relation to food orders and processing using online stock system
• Manage the allocations process to ensure all allocations are completed accurately and timely … working with the Regional Ops manager and Warehouse Manager to ensure sufficient trained resource is available to complete allocation
• Adjusting existing membership - weights / frequency / day changes / fulfilments. To do this you will:

1. Understand how memberships and charging structures work
2. Monitor inbox for membership change emails
3. Liaise with member and discuss costs incurred/saved
4. Liaise with Regional Operations Manager on scheduling/capacity.
5. Update pipeline, calendar & schedule with member changes when a new member is scheduled
6. Update Gladys with information and fees
7. Confirm with member via email about any changes made

• Manage delivery schedules to ensure our members receive the food they need when they need it, aligning this with the resources available in the operations team
• Dealing with telephone and email enquiries effectively and with high standards of customer service
• Developing and maintaining good relationships with members, team-mates and volunteers in particular with the Warehouse Manager who will be a direct lead for day-to-day support and guidance
• Undertake other duties appropriate to the nature of the post as stipulated by your line manager.
• To work in accordance with our Customer Services Charter and to communicate this to relevant parties
• Help deliver excellent customer service to our groups & Holiday programmes within the Midlands, ensuring that we work closely with funders and groups to deliver good quality food to all our projects.

Common/Shared Responsibilities

• Undertake Staff Induction Programme as devised, and assist, as requested, in the induction and training of new staff, trainees and volunteers.
• Participate in staff meetings, team meetings, supervision meetings, appraisals, training, team development sessions, working groups and other meetings as required.
• Be mindful of and adhere to FareShare Midlands Values and Behaviours framework in everyday activities and interactions with others.
• Share responsibility for good Health and Safety practices, reporting any concerns to line management.
• Take shared responsibility for training and development, reviewing development needs and plans at Supervisions and Appraisals, including keeping up to date with best practice and training methods.
• Ensure effective use of FareShare Midlands systems, processes and procedures as relevant to each role.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with colleagues including working collaboratively across FareShare Midlands.
• Encourage and promote equality, diversity and inclusion inside and outside of Fareshare Midlands and in day to day activities and interactions, reporting any concerns to line management. 
• Be a responsible ambassador and representative of FareShare Midlands

Person Specification

Skills & Experience

• Able to demonstrate an understanding of and interest in the work of FareShare
• Strong leadership skills – the right person will be asked to step-up in the absence of the Regional Ops Manager to work with the warehouse & development teams
• Excellent team player willing to work across multiple departments – to be able to be diverse and demonstrate a clear understanding of the importance of team working
• Strong planning and organising skills
• Good level of Maths and competence in IT, including Word, Excel & Outlook.
• Good communication skills, including a good telephone manner, with experience of customer / member service support would be an advantage
• Ability to multi-task, prioritise and manage time effectively, with flexible working including weekends when required

How to Apply

To apply, please submit:

• A supporting statement demonstrating your suitability for the role and explaining your interest in FareShare Midlands.
• Your CV.

We continue to strive to ensure that the profile of our staff and volunteers reflects the diverse communities we serve across the Midlands. As such we encourage and welcome applications from all our communities. We particularly welcome applications from people from ethnically diverse backgrounds as they are currently under-represented within FareShare Midlands. 

“Right to Work” in the UK status is required.

We will be actively interviewing candidates as they apply

We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Chef to join our Edward Alsop Court Service in Westminster. No personal care or experience is required, just the right values.

£11,966.50 per annum, working 17.5 hours per week.

Want to feel like you're part of one team? You'll feel at home here.

Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
Our benefits include:
* Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
* Free DBS (take this out if BSW advert)
* Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
* Fully paid induction programme and further training
* ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
* Online wellbeing resources
* A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
* Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

Our kitchen chef will prepare and cook meals for residents according to agreed menus. Oversees the service kitchen by managing any other members of the food preparation team, deciding what dishes to serve and adjusting orders to meet client's requests. Will assist in prep work and cleaning kitchen, but more often will be involved in cooking and serving dishes. There will be an expectation that the chef designs a menu based on client requirements in line with a set weekly budget. The chef will be expected to create calm, welcoming environment for a client group with complex needs.

Monday-Friday 3.30pm-7.30pm. 17.5 hours per week

What you'll do:

* To be responsible for the day-to-day supervision for all staff working in the kitchen/dining room
* To prepare and cook meals for residents according to agreed menus
* To ensure that meals are provided on time in accordance advertised meal times
* To ensure food kitchen hygiene meets a high standard at all times
* To ensure that all meals are appropriately presented and served
* To monitor all kitchen staff in safe methods of working with equipment and machinery
* To report any accident, breakage or fault in accordance with the stated procedure
* To maintain a high level of cleanliness and hygiene in all food preparation and serving areas
* To provide a high standard of service to customers at all times and to deal with customers comments and complaints appropriately
* Any other duties as designated by the line manager

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead

About you:

* Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
* Approachable and open behaviour
* Prefers working as part of a group or team
* Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
* Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised
* Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
* Is confident with high levels of self-esteem
* Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
* Is essentially customer-focused
* Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude
* Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviours

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
* We focus on Excellence and innovation.
* We are Caring and Compassionate.
* We are Inclusive and Trusted.
* We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.