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Do you understand the realities of caring for someone with mental health challenges? Are you passionate about creating spaces where carers feel heard, supported and empowered to prioritise their own wellbeing?
South East London Mind is looking for a Carers Programme Lead and Facilitator to lead an exciting new programme supporting unpaid carers in Southwark. This role will create opportunities for carers to connect with others who understand their experiences, gain practical tools and information, and build resilience while navigating the challenges of supporting a loved one with mental health needs.
This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by ensuring carers have access to the support, knowledge and community they need to thrive. As the Carers Programme Lead, you will mobilise, coordinate and facilitate a programme that combines structured learning, peer support and reflective spaces, helping carers feel better equipped, more connected and less alone. This will include developing and refining a structured learning programme and continuously building on carers’ feedback.
What you'll be doing:
- Leading and facilitating a weekly programme for unpaid carers, combining a structured six-week course with ongoing peer support and reflection sessions.
- Creating welcoming, supportive spaces where carers can share experiences, build resilience and prioritise their own wellbeing.
- Developing practical workshops, resources and learning opportunities that help carers navigate the challenges of caring.
- Building relationships with Community Mental Health Teams, carers organisations and community partners to support referrals and engagement.
- Managing programme administration, monitoring and reporting, while supervising sessional staff with lived experience.
- Promoting the programme through outreach, partnership working and community engagement activities.
We would particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience as a mental health carer, or those who have supported family members, friends or loved ones experiencing mental health challenges.The ideal candidate will have experience facilitating groups, alongside experience developing structured programmes and the ability to build relationships with partner organisations and other stakeholders.
Successful applicants will be expected to undergo an Enhanced Level Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Closing date: Sunday 9th August (11:59pm)
Likely interview date: Week commencing 17th August
We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications.
About Us
SEL Mind supports people with mental health problems and dementia in the boroughs of Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark. We are proud of our diverse workforce and know that our organisation is made stronger by the variety of backgrounds, experience, and ideas within it. We promote a culture of inclusion and representation, and are working hard to build a workforce that even better reflects the communities we support.
SEL Mind is somewhere that you can be your authentic self without fear of discrimination on the grounds of ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, neurodivergence, gender, age, lived experience of mental health problems or anything else that’s part of who you are.
Read more about staff benefits and why staff love working here on our website.
We work to be there when it matters for people living with mental health problems and dementia in Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham, and Southwark



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Role Description
Working closely with colleagues and project partners, the Volunteer Manager will lead the recruitment, training, development and management of volunteers across the Cathedral and Abbey site as part of the Abbey of St Edmund Reborn project, funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
The postholder will develop and implement a comprehensive volunteering strategy, ensuring volunteers are recruited safely, supported effectively and equipped with the skills to deliver a wide range of roles. The role will promote an inclusive volunteering culture, strengthen partnerships and ensure volunteers make a meaningful contribution to the Cathedral, the Abbey site and the wider heritage project.
About Our Volunteers
Volunteers are at the heart of Cathedral life and make an invaluable contribution to worship, welcome, learning, heritage, visitor engagement and events. Current volunteer opportunities are wide and varied, including Bell Ringers, Guides, Flower Arrangers, Shop Volunteers, Learning Volunteers, Sunday Morning Coffee Volunteers, St Ed's Singers, Gardeners, Young Families Volunteers, Servers, Events Volunteers, Vergers and Welcome and Information Volunteers. The Volunteer Manager will support these established teams while developing new opportunities as the Abbey of St Edmund Reborn project progresses.
Key Responsibilities
Volunteer Strategy and Leadership
- Develop, implement and review the Cathedral's Volunteering Strategy.
- Lead the development of a sustainable volunteer programme.
- Ensure volunteering reflects sector best practice and supports the Cathedral's strategic objectives.
- Build strong working relationships with volunteer team leaders and provide ongoing support and guidance.
- Act as the primary point of contact for volunteers.
Recruitment, Induction and Volunteer Management
- Lead the recruitment, induction and ongoing management of volunteers across a wide range of roles.
- Ensure all volunteer recruitment complies with Church of England Safer Recruitment principles, including references and DBS checks where required.
- Develop and maintain volunteer role descriptions in partnership with volunteer team leaders.
- Maintain an accurate volunteer database, matching volunteers' skills and interests with organisational needs.
- Produce, maintain and regularly review the Volunteer Handbook.
- Receive volunteer feedback, concerns and ideas, escalating issues where appropriate.
Training and Development
- Design, coordinate and deliver volunteer induction, training and ongoing development programmes.
- Identify opportunities for volunteers to develop new skills.
- Ensure safeguarding and mandatory training remains current and accurately recorded.
- Regularly review volunteer practices to maintain high standards of service and visitor experience.
Inclusion, Engagement and Communications
- Promote equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility throughout the volunteer programme.
- Develop recruitment approaches that encourage applications from underrepresented communities and remove barriers to participation.
- Implement an effective volunteer communications plan to keep volunteers informed, engaged and recognised.
- Work closely with the Marketing and Communications Manager to promote volunteering opportunities and celebrate volunteer achievements. Key Responsibilities
Partnership Working
- Work collaboratively with partners including English Heritage, Historic England, West Suffolk Council and local organisations to ensure a consistent and positive volunteer experience across the Cathedral, Abbey and wider heritage site.
- Develop and maintain productive relationships with community organisations across the region.
Monitoring, Evaluation and Budget Management
- Collect, monitor and analyse volunteer data, including volunteer numbers, hours and feedback.
- Support project evaluation and reporting requirements for the Abbey of St Edmund Reborn project.
- Produce regular reports identifying trends, achievements and future opportunities.
- Prepare and manage the volunteer budget, monitoring expenditure and reporting against forecasts.
Visitor Experience
- Ensure volunteers contribute to an outstanding visitor experience for all users of the Cathedral, including worshippers, pilgrims, tourists and event attendees.
- Support volunteers in presenting a welcoming, professional and inclusive image of the Cathedral in all interactions with visitors and stakeholders.
General Responsibilities
- Demonstrate commitment to the Cathedral's values, mission and inclusive culture.
- Work collaboratively with clergy, staff, volunteers and the wider congregation.
- Comply with all organisational policies relating to safeguarding, health and safety, equality, data protection and other statutory requirements.
- Work flexibly, including occasional evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays. Time off in lieu will normally be provided, with overtime payable for agreed external events where applicable.
- Undertake any other duties reasonably required by the Chief Operating Officer.
Person Specification
Essential Qualities
- Managing volunteers across a range of roles using recognised best practice.
- Developing and implementing volunteer strategies, policies and procedures.
- Recruiting, inducting, training and supporting volunteers.
- Working successfully with paid staff and volunteers. Monitoring, evaluating and reporting on projects or programmes.
- Developing partnerships with community organisations, charities or public bodies.
- Leading teams within a visitor-focused environment.
- Line management, partnership working and stakeholder engagement.
- Working with diverse communities and promoting inclusive participation.
Knowledge and skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands.
- Ability to influence, motivate and build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Ability to work effectively within a heritage, commercial and place of worship environment.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Personal Attributes
- Understanding of the Cathedral's role as a place of worship, welcome, heritage and community engagement.
- Flexible approach to working hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
- Collaborative, approachable and committed to excellent visitor and volunteer experiences.
- High Emotional Intelligence
Desirable Qualities
- Experience within a cathedral, church or heritage organisation.
- Background in heritage, tourism, hospitality or the cultural sector.
- Degree or equivalent professional qualification.
- Awareness of the ministry, mission and civic role of the Church of England and its cathedrals
It is our aim to be a centre for learning, both for the Christian faith and beyond.



Are you passionate about peer support, lived experience, and approaches that recognise people's strengths rather than defining them by a diagnosis? Do you believe that those that hear voices or have unusual sensory experiences should have a safe, non-judgemental and supportive environment?
South East London Mind is launching a new Hearing Voices Group in Southwark, offering a welcoming, peer-led space where people can share experiences, connect with others and develop their own understanding of voices and unusual experiences. The group will be delivered in line with the Hearing Voices Network Charter, creating an environment that is validating, trauma-informed and non-pathologising.
We are looking for a Hearing Voices Programme Lead and Facilitator to coordinate and deliver this exciting new programme. You will facilitate a weekly group, creating a safe and validating environment where people can explore their experiences on their own terms, supporting participants to develop their own wellbeing strategies, confidence and goals.
The role will lead the programme including building routes into the service through promotion, outreach and community engagement, and developing strong relationships with Community Mental Health Teams and local partners. You will manage referrals and monitoring and manage sessional co-facilitators with lived experience of hearing voices.
This is a unique opportunity to combine facilitation, community engagement, service development and leadership in a role that centres lived experience and peer support.
We welcome applications from people with a range of backgrounds and experiences.
Key qualities include:
- Group Facilitation: Experience facilitating groups using peer-led, co-produced or community-based approaches.
- Relationship Building: Confidence in developing partnerships with mental health services, community organisations and local stakeholders.
- Organisation and Leadership: Able to mobilise and coordinate a small programme with strong planning, administrative and record-keeping skills
- Empowerment and Inclusion: A commitment to helping people define their own goals and make sense of their experiences in ways that are meaningful to them.
- Professional Boundaries and Safeguarding: The ability to balance trust, autonomy and safety, responding appropriately when concerns arise.
We are particularly interested in applications from people with lived experience of mental health challenges.
Successful applicants will be expected to undergo an Enhanced Level Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Closing date: Sunday 2nd August (11:59pm)
We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications.
About Us
SEL Mind supports people with mental health problems and dementia in the boroughs of Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark. We are proud of our diverse workforce and know that our organisation is made stronger by the variety of backgrounds, experience, and ideas within it. We promote a culture of inclusion and representation, and are working hard to build a workforce that even better reflects the communities we support.
SEL Mind is somewhere that you can be your authentic self without fear of discrimination on the grounds of ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, neurodivergence, gender, age, lived experience of mental health problems or anything else that’s part of who you are.
Read more about staff benefits and why staff love working here on our website.
We work to be there when it matters for people living with mental health problems and dementia in Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham, and Southwark



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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!
Job Title: Fundraising Manager
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £40,000
Hours per week: 28 hours 4 days per week
Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays (Pro Rota)
Role Description
The Senior Fundraising Manager will play a key strategic role in supporting the mission and ministry of St Edmundsbury Cathedral by developing and delivering a diverse range of fundraising activities, with a particular focus on Trusts and Foundations, major funding opportunities, donor stewardship and the growth of sustainable income.
Working closely with the senior leadership team, the role will identify and develop new funding opportunities, build strong relationships with Trusts and Foundations, and lead the preparation and submission of high-quality funding applications and reports. The postholder will also oversee the Cathedral’s Patron and donor relationships, legacy and regular giving activity, and provide strategic oversight of major fundraising events and initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Legacy and Appeals
- Support and develop the Cathedral’s legacy giving strategy, helping to encourage and secure gifts in wills.
- Work with colleagues and volunteers to develop appropriate legacy communications and stewardship activity.
- Provide strategic support for the delivery of fundraising appeals, including the biennial ‘Gift Day’.
- Review and evaluate fundraising appeals, identifying opportunities to improve engagement and income.
Trusts and Foundations
- Develop and implement a Trusts and Foundations fundraising strategy to increase income and diversify the Cathedral’s funding base.
- Research and identify new Trusts, Foundations and other institutional funding opportunities aligned with the Cathedral’s mission, ministry and strategic priorities.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective Trusts and Foundations, ensuring effective stewardship and ongoing engagement.
- Lead the development and submission of high-quality funding applications, working with colleagues across the Cathedral to gather relevant information, budgets, impact measures and supporting evidence.
- Maintain a comprehensive pipeline of funding opportunities, applications, deadlines and outcomes.
- Ensure funders receive timely, accurate and engaging updates on the impact of their support.
- Develop compelling cases for support and funding proposals for a range of projects and priorities.
- Support colleagues with grant applications where appropriate, providing guidance on funder requirements, application development and reporting.
- Monitor changes in the funding landscape and identify emerging opportunities for the Cathedral.
Donor Acknowledgement and CRM Management
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor records in the fundraising CRM database, Donorfy, including donation history, communications and engagement activity.
- Ensure appropriate systems and processes are in place for effective donor stewardship and relationship management.
- Produce reports and analysis from Donorfy to support fundraising planning, decision-making and income monitoring.
- Ensure donors and Patrons are thanked and acknowledged appropriately and in a timely manner, including personal correspondence and letters from the Dean where appropriate.
- Use donor data and insight to identify opportunities for increased engagement, retention and income.
Planned and Regular Giving
- Work with the Planned Giving Committee to develop and implement a strategy for increasing regular giving.
- Develop communications that encourage supporters to become regular givers.
Patrons and Donors
- Manage and develop relationships with existing Patrons and key donors, ensuring high standards of engagement through regular communications, including e-newsletters, invitations and other appropriate engagement activities.
- Oversee the delivery of the Cathedral’s Patron events, including the Patrons’ Carol Service, Spring Trip and Summer Garden Party, working with colleagues to ensure events are delivered to a high standard.
- Monitor Patron membership, renewal dates and income, ensuring effective processes are in place for timely renewal communications.
- Work closely with the Finance Department to ensure Patron income and donations are accurately recorded and reconciled.
- Develop and implement strategies to grow the Cathedral’s Patron network and strengthen relationships with existing supporters.
- Identify opportunities to deepen donor engagement and develop supporters towards increased giving and longterm involvement with the Cathedral.
Major Fundraising Initiatives and Events
- Provide fundraising leadership and strategic oversight for major Cathedral fundraising initiatives and projects as required.
- Support the delivery team of the Abbey of St Edmund, Reborn Project, providing fundraising expertise and advice as required.
- Oversee the fundraising strategy and income generation associated with major fundraising events, including the Grand Nave Autumn Ball, ensuring that events have clear fundraising objectives and deliver against agreed targets.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues responsible for event planning and delivery, providing strategic fundraising direction, supporter engagement and stewardship.
- Ensure that income and expenditure associated with fundraising events and initiatives are accurately recorded and monitored.
- Evaluate fundraising activity and provide recommendations to maximise future income and supporter engagement.
Strategy, Planning and Reporting
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the Cathedral’s overall fundraising strategy and annual fundraising plans.
- Set and monitor fundraising targets across relevant income streams, providing regular updates to senior colleagues and relevant committees.
- Use fundraising data, research and analysis to identify opportunities for growth and inform strategic decisionmaking.
- Prepare reports for senior leadership, Trustees and relevant committees as required. Work collaboratively across the Cathedral to ensure fundraising opportunities are identified and developed effectively.
- Ensure all fundraising activity reflects the mission, values and ethos of St Edmundsbury Cathedral and is undertaken with the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
- Ensure compliance with relevant fundraising regulations, GDPR and data protection requirements, and best practice in donor stewardship.
- Support and develop a culture of fundraising across the Cathedral, encouraging colleagues to recognise and maximise opportunities for philanthropic support.
Person Specification
Essential Qualities
Qualifications
- Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience.
- Evidence of continuing professional development in fundraising or a related field.
Experience
- Significant experience in fundraising or income generation roles, with a proven track record of securing income and meeting or exceeding fundraising targets.
- Proven experience of developing and managing relationships with Trusts and Foundations and other institutional funders.
- Demonstrable experience of researching funding opportunities and developing successful grant and funding applications.
- Experience of managing donor relationships and delivering effective stewardship and engagement programmes.
- Experience of developing and delivering fundraising strategies across a range of income streams.
- Experience of managing or overseeing fundraising campaigns, appeals or events.
- Experience of using fundraising data and CRM systems to support donor management, reporting and strategic decisionmaking.
- Experience of monitoring and reporting on restricted and unrestricted funding.
- Experience of preparing funding reports and ensuring compliance with funder requirements.
Knowledge
- Strong understanding of Trusts and Foundations fundraising and the wider fundraising landscape.
- Good understanding of a range of fundraising income streams, including individual giving, Trusts and Foundations, major donors, corporate and community fundraising.
- Knowledge of fundraising regulations, GDPR, data protection and ethical fundraising practices.
- Understanding of budgeting, financial planning and monitoring in relation to fundraising.
- Understanding of effective donor stewardship, cultivation and relationship management.
- Knowledge of the principles and importance of legacy and regular giving.
Skills and Abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce compelling funding proposals, cases for support, reports and donor communications.
- Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build credibility and maintain positive relationships with funders, donors, Patrons and colleagues.
- Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and assess new funding opportunities.
- Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and funding applications effectively.
- Ability to use data and insight to inform fundraising decisions, monitor performance and measure impact.
- Ability to manage and maintain accurate records using a CRM system such as Donorfy.
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams and influence colleagues to support fundraising objectives.
- Ability to oversee and provide strategic direction to fundraising activities and initiatives.
Personal Qualities
- Highly motivated, proactive and results-driven.
- Strategic and creative thinker, with the ability to identify and develop new fundraising opportunities.
- Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Ability to work independently, use initiative and take responsibility for delivering agreed objectives.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and build effective relationships across the organisation.
- Resilient, flexible and able to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
- Professional, trustworthy and committed to the highest standards of integrity and ethical fundraising.
- Commitment to the values and mission of St Edmundsbury Cathedral.
- Sensitive to the Cathedral’s core mission as a place of worship, outreach, welcome and care.
- Willingness to work varying hours for fundraising activities and functions, including occasional evenings and weekends, as required.
Desirable
Qualities Qualifications
- Relevant professional fundraising qualification, such as a qualification from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising.
Experience
- Experience of working with high-net-worth individuals, major donors or philanthropic supporters.
- Experience of securing significant gifts or grants from Trusts and Foundations.
- Experience of fundraising within the Church of England or another faith-based organisation.
- Experience of working in a heritage, cultural, charitable or not-for-profit organisation.
- Experience of overseeing fundraising events or major fundraising initiatives.
Skills and Knowledge
- Knowledge of the funding landscape relevant to heritage, faith, community or charitable organisations.
- Experience of public speaking and presenting to donors, funders, committees or other stakeholders.
- Knowledge of legacy fundraising and planned giving.
- Experience of using Donorfy or a similar fundraising CRM system.
It is our aim to be a centre for learning, both for the Christian faith and beyond.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hotel School is an award-winning charity that believes everyone deserves the opportunity to build a career they can be proud of. Through our expert-led hospitality programme and personalised support, we help people facing homelessness and multiple disadvantages gain the skills, confidence and opportunities to secure, sustain and progress in employment.
We're looking for an experienced, compassionate and motivated Employment & Progression Manager to lead our Employment & Progression service. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a service that supports graduates beyond training, helping them overcome barriers, thrive in work and achieve their long-term career goals.
You'll lead a team of Employment & Progression Coaches, oversee safeguarding and graduate support, build strong employer partnerships and use data and insight to continuously improve our service. You'll work closely with our Charity Director to develop new ideas, strengthen employer engagement and ensure every graduate receives high-quality, person-centred support.
This role would suit someone with experience in employability, employment support or career progression who enjoys leading people, building partnerships and making a tangible difference. You'll be values-driven, collaborative and committed to helping people realise their potential.
At Hotel School, you'll join a small, supportive and ambitious team where your ideas are valued and your work has a direct impact. We offer 34 days' annual leave plus Christmas closure, clinical supervision, ongoing professional development, an Employee Assistance Programme and the opportunity to help shape the future of an award-winning charity.
If you're excited by the opportunity to lead a talented team and help people facing homelessness and multiple disadvantages build sustainable careers in hospitality, we'd love to hear from you.
How to apply
Please submit:
- Your CV
- Responses to the five application questions (maximum 350 words per question)
Full details of the role, the application questions and our recruitment process can be found in the Employment & Progression Manager Role Pack attached to this advert.
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we'll be happy to support you.
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Join Citizens Advice Richmond as an Advice Session Supervisor
Citizens Advice Richmond, a local charity with over 85 years’ experience delivering free, independent and impartial advice, is seeking an experienced Advice Session Supervisor to join our team. This role is the backbone of our service quality: you’ll mentor and support our paid and volunteer advisers, champion quality, and help ensure clients across the borough receive the life-changing advice they need.
You will manage and supervise advice sessions across all channels – face-to-face, telephone and email – supporting advisers and assessors, carrying out quality assurance and independent file reviews, identifying training needs and keeping advice knowledge up to date. The role combines leadership, quality assurance and hands-on advice work within a friendly, diverse team.
The Opportunity: Why This Role Matters
This is an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team as an Advice Session Supervisor. This role is the backbone of our service quality. You won’t just be managing sessions; you will be a mentor, a quality champion, and a key support for our passionate team of paid and volunteer advisers who are on the frontline of helping our community.
Working within a collaborative team of supervisors, you will ensure the advice we provide across all channels—face-to-face, telephone, and email—is of the highest standard. This is a role with real impact, where your guidance directly helps individuals develop their skills and ensures our clients receive the life-changing support they need.
For more information and how to apply, please see the job pack attached.
What We Offer
- Annual leave of 28 days per year
- A pension contribution scheme
- Flexibility, with hybrid working arrangements considered depending on service needs.
- A strong commitment to your professional development, with ongoing training opportunities
- A positive and supportive working environment in a friendly and diverse team
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
Every week, people who've fled war, violence and persecution find somewhere to feel safe again - with one of our therapists. We're recruiting self-employed sessional psychotherapists, counsellors and supervisors across Devon, Somerset and Bristol.
We believe everyone deserves the chance to rebuild their life after trauma. We provide free, long-term psychotherapy to refugees, people seeking asylum and people who've experienced trafficking, alongside training and supervision for people working with trauma across the South West. We're a warm, small team, built on the values of Compassion, Collaboration and Courage.
This job is for you if…
- You're a qualified psychotherapist or counsellor with a humanistic and/or integrative training, registered or accredited with a professional body (e.g. UKCP, BACP)
- You care about supporting refugees and people seeking asylum, and can commit to at least two years with us
- For supervisor roles: you also have additional training in supervision and experience working directly with this client group
We strongly encourage applications from therapists with lived experience of the asylum process, and from Global Majority and ethnically minoritised backgrounds. Don't meet every requirement? Apply anyway - we'd still love to hear from you.
What we offer
Free monthly group supervision, free use of our therapy rooms, ongoing CPD, and free onboarding and training covering trauma-informed practice, cross-cultural work, and working with interpreters.
Key details
Basis: Self-employed, minimum two-year commitment
Location: Plymouth or Exeter (Devon), Bridgwater, Taunton or Weston-super-Mare (Somerset), or Bristol
Hours: Minimum 2-3 hours per week, arranged directly with your clients
Pay: £35-£50 per session/hour depending on type (full breakdown in the job pack)
Before you apply
Please read the full Job Pack and our Impact Report (below) - they cover the organisation, team, role, responsibilities and pay in detail. We're also hosting an optional online information session on 27th July at 7pm. Registration details can be found in the downloadable Job Pack (below).
How to apply
Answer the screening questions and attach your work history and experience in whatever format is easiest - CV, LinkedIn Profile or use our template CV which is downloadable below.
You're welcome to apply by video, or voice note instead, please contact us arrange this - details in the Job Pack - or if you have any questions, including reasonable adjustments.
Timeline
Deadline: 17th August 9am · Outcome by: 25th August · Interviews: 1st & 3rd September (online) · Induction: 19th September (online) · Client work begins: 1st October
Please answer the screening questions and attach a CV. You don't need a polished CV for this - use whichever of these suits you best:
Your CV, if you have one up to date
Your LinkedIn / website profile
Our short background template (provided below) which covers the basics
We improve mental health in people fleeing torture, oppression and war and those who work with them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader (ISVA/IDVA/ISAC) to lead a team delivering high-quality, specialist support services across London as part of the Safe Horizons partnership. This role will involve hybrid working with travel across the London area as required.
Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it?
Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care?
If yes, then we'd love to hear from you…
What we offer
At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes:
- Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
- Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
- Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
- Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
- Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
- Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
- Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
- Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.
About the Role
As a Team Leader, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, outcome-focused services to victims of crime, while managing and supporting a team of frontline staff. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with service specifications, maintaining performance standards, and driving continuous improvement.
You will work collaboratively with the Operations Manager and wider management team to develop services and maximise positive outcomes for clients.
As a Team Leader, you will:
- Lead, motivate and support a team of frontline staff to deliver excellent victim-centred services.
- Manage team performance, including case allocation, audits, and monitoring KPIs and quality standards.
- Ensure accurate and compliant case recording and reporting through case management systems.
- Oversee safeguarding practices, providing advice and guidance on complex or high-risk cases.
- Analyse data and trends to effectively manage caseloads and resources.
- Support staff to carry out risk and impact assessments and manage challenging situations.
- Lead recruitment, induction, supervision, and ongoing development of team members.
- Build and maintain effective partnerships with statutory and voluntary sector organisations.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and professional development.
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding, data protection, and organisational policies and procedures.
About You
You will be an experienced leader with a passion for supporting victims and driving high-quality service delivery. You will be confident in managing performance, handling complex situations, and supporting staff in a demanding environment.
You will need:
- Strong understanding of the criminal justice system and the impact of crime on victims.
- Experience in managing or supervising staff within a service delivery environment.
- Proven ability to manage performance, analyse data, and meet targets.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, challenging environment with a focus on service excellence.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with a range of stakeholders.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, confidentiality, and relevant legislation.
- Ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands effectively.
- Competent IT skills, including case management systems and Microsoft Office.
About Us
Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.
How to apply
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our new 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
Our shops generate valuable income to support our services, create opportunities for homeless people to learn new skills and contribute to Crisis’ work in the community. They have a unique contemporary visual identity and are dynamic and creative places to work.
Location: 5 The Mall, London, W5 2PJ
Hours: 40 hours per week, five days over a seven-day rota
Salary: £31,831 per annum
About the role
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Shop Supervisor to make a difference and deliver positive social impact in the local community while also raising money to fund Crisis’ work ending homelessness.
You will play a key role in delivering customer service and supporting volunteers, as well maintaining the look and feel of the shop and processing stock. You will work towards ambitious sales and training targets, maximising the impact on our mission to end homelessness.
This is a unique retail opportunity where you will also be involved in delivering on the job training for Crisis members, supporting them to gain the skills and confidence needed in the workplace. You will work collaboratively with your team and will have opportunities to build your own skills and career progression.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have significant retail or customer service experience alongside a genuine interest in charity retail. You will be seeking a challenge that stands out from other retail roles and will be looking to build a career in this sector. You will be committed to Crisis’s values and mission to end homelessness.
Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
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A competitive salary. Please note, our salaries are fixed to counter inequity and we do not negotiate at offer stage.
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Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.
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Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
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28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave.
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Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
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Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How do I apply?
Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Friday 31 July 2026 at 23:59
Accessibility
We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
Warehouse & Logistics Coordinator
One Can Trust, High Wycombe Part-time | 17 hours per week Salary: £13,600 per annum (£28,000 FTE)
Help keep our food bank running and support people facing food insecurity across South Bucks
One Can Trust is a thriving local charity supporting individuals and families experiencing hardship across South Bucks. Alongside our food bank, we run a clothes bank, toddler groups and a community café. With a dedicated team of 11 staff and over 400 volunteers, we currently support around 360 people each week.
We are looking for a practical, organised and community-minded Warehouse Coordinator to oversee the day-to-day running of our warehouse operation. This is a hands-on role that combines stock management, volunteer supervision, health and safety responsibilities and general warehouse administration.
If you enjoy working as part of a small team, thrive in a busy environment and want your work to make a genuine difference in your local community, we would love to hear from you.
About the role
As Warehouse Coordinator, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the food bank warehouse. Working closely with volunteers and colleagues, you will oversee stock control, donations processing, warehouse organisation and compliance with food safety and health and safety standards.
This role is ideal for someone with warehouse or stockroom management experience who is happy to be actively involved in the physical day-to-day operation.
Reporting to: Operations Manager
Location: One Can Trust, 11b Duke Street, High Wycombe, HP13 6EE
Hours: 17 hours per week (Monday to Friday, ideally 8.30am to 11.30am), plus approximately two flexible hours per week as required for food collections and operational needs.
A full driving licence is essential, along with a willingness to drive the charity's van.
Key responsibilities
Warehouse Operations
- Receive, inspect and record food donations from suppliers, businesses, community groups and members of the public.
- Organise and rotate stock to ensure food is stored safely and efficiently.
- Monitor inventory levels and maintain accurate stock records.
- Ensure adequate stock levels are available for food parcel preparation.
- Maintain a clean, safe and organised warehouse environment.
- Report shortages, surpluses or operational issues to the Operations Manager.
Volunteer Coordination
- Supervise and support warehouse volunteers during daily operations.
- Provide clear guidance and ensure volunteers follow warehouse procedures.
- Work closely with the Volunteer Coordinator to ensure sufficient volunteer cover.
Food Stock Management
- Carry out and review weekly stock checks.
- Identify low stock levels and report requirements to the Operations Manager.
- Liaise with the Finance and Procurement Coordinator regarding purchases.
- Oversee the collection of surplus fruit and vegetables, including undertaking collections when volunteer support is unavailable.
Health & Safety
- Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture within the warehouse.
- Carry out routine checks, including temperature monitoring and environmental checks.
- Ensure compliance with food hygiene, manual handling and warehouse procedures.
- Act as Deputy Fire Warden.
- Work with external contractors, including pest control and PAT testing providers.
- Escalate concerns and support the implementation of health and safety improvements.
Facilities and Vehicle Management
- Support the upkeep, security and maintenance of the warehouse building.
- Ensure the charity van remains roadworthy, legally compliant and well maintained.
- Liaise with waste management providers and other service contractors.
- Undertake other reasonable duties as required to support the charity's operations.
About you
We are looking for someone who is:
- Experienced in warehouse, stockroom or inventory management.
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
- Comfortable supervising and motivating volunteers.
- A confident communicator who enjoys working with people.
- Practical, proactive and willing to get involved wherever needed.
- Able to identify and solve operational problems quickly.
- Physically fit and able to safely lift items up to 25kg.
- Committed to supporting people experiencing hardship within the local community.
- Adaptable and able to manage changing priorities.
- Competent using basic IT systems, spreadsheets and stock management tools.
A Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety qualification would be beneficial, although training can be provided.
What we offer
Working at One Can Trust offers the opportunity to make a real difference in your local community while being part of a supportive and friendly team.
We offer:
- Salary of £13,600 per annum (£28,000 FTE)
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata)
- Contributory pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Ongoing training and mentoring
- Opportunities to develop new skills and gain valuable charity sector experience
- A welcoming and collaborative working environment
Additional information
The successful candidate will be required to:
- Undergo a DBS check.
- Provide details of two referees.
- Complete relevant induction and training programmes.
One Can Trust is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process where required.
Apply now
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter or email to:
Jo Belshaw, Operations Manager
Closing date: 31 July 2026
Food bank supporting people in crisis with emergency food parcels and other services in High Wycombe and South Bucks.



We have an exciting new opportunity to join our fantastic team in Pickering, North Yorkshire.
Age UK is recruiting for a motivated person with a passion for providing a high-quality customer service, looking to utilise their skills and experience to help raise funds toward our charity, which provides signposting and support to older people across the UK.
Working as a Shop Supervisor, you will sort, price and present stock, keep our store tidy and well presented, help to create a welcome environment for customers and potential donors, support shop volunteers with daily tasks, provide excellent customer service while striving to maximise store profits. As Shop Supervisor you will also deputise for the Shop Manager and Assistant Manager in their absence.
No day is the same, and you will be joining a friendly and supportive team of colleagues and volunteers. If you want to help us to help others, this might be the job for you!
The successful applicant will be required to work 13 hours per week including every Sunday. Each Sunday you will be responsible for managing the store, ensuring it showcases our wonderful donations and taking pride in maintaining a tidy and accessible space for all.
You will support with sales, stock rotation, organising displays, store tidying and much more, whilst representing Age UK in a professional manner and reflecting our core values.
Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.)
Please note this opportunity will require the successful candidate to work 13 hours across a 7-day working week, including Saturdays and Sundays on a rota basis.
To ensure the smooth running of our stores, we will be conducting interviews throughout the advertising process. Early applications are advised.
You will have:
- Experience in working in a customer facing role
- Experience of cash handling
- Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's
- The ability to work as part of an effective team.
- Be able to lone work when needed
- Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as commitment to equal opportunities
- A flexible approach to work with requirement to work additional days to cover holidays and sickness or participate in trading outside of normal shop hours e.g. shop events
What we offer in return:
- Competitive salary, 25 days annual leave (pro rata for our part-time colleagues) + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
- Wellbeing days - 2 paid days per year (pro rata for our part-time colleagues)
- Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan and EAP
- Car Benefit scheme, Cycle to Work scheme
- Home & Tech - apply to buy any Home & Tech items from 'Currys' & 'IKEA', up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free.
- Blue Light Card scheme
- You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.
Additional Information
To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff.
Supporting statements and anonymisation
Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview.
Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups.
Reasonable adjustments
Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Do you have a passion for helping people improve their financial wellbeing? Are you highly motivated, organised and committed to making a positive difference to carers' lives?
We are currently offering an exciting opportunity to join our Information & Advice Service as our Carer Financial Wellbeing Coordinator. This countywide role will lead the development and delivery of financial wellbeing support for unpaid carers across West Sussex.
Carers often experience significant financial challenges because of their caring role. This post will play a key role in ensuring carers can access the information, advice and support they need to maximise their income, improve financial resilience, and make informed decisions about their finances.
The Carer Financial Wellbeing Coordinator will provide day-to-day line management and support to Welfare Benefits Advisors, oversee the quality of financial wellbeing services, and work collaboratively to develop innovative and accessible support for carers.
The role includes providing welfare benefits and financial wellbeing advice, supporting complex cases where appropriate, delivering workshops and training, developing resources, and identifying opportunities to strengthen our support offer.
You will work closely with teams across Carers Support West Sussex to ensure carers receive joined-up support and that financial wellbeing is embedded throughout our services. You will also contribute to service development, impact monitoring and continuous improvement, helping us demonstrate the difference our services make to carers across the county.
The role is a mix of remote/home working and community-based delivery, with travel across West Sussex required to attend meetings, deliver workshops and support carers and partners in local communities.
Key Responsibilities:
• Line Management: Provide day-to-day line management, supervision and support to the Welfare Benefits Advisors, including workload allocation, performance management and development.
• Information & Guidance: Deliver high-quality welfare benefits and financial wellbeing advice to carers, including complex cases where appropriate, taking a holistic approach to financial wellbeing, considering benefits, grants, financial resilience and wider income maximisation.
• Facilitate Learning: Design and deliver group sessions face-to-face in the community and online, videos, resources, workshops and information sessions for carers and deliver training and briefings for CSWS staff and volunteers to build confidence in identifying and responding to carers’ financial concerns.
• Data Recording: Maintain accurate and timely records on CSWS Client Record Management systems to support monitoring, reporting and service improvement.
• Demonstrate Impact: Use outcome-based tools to evidence impact, identify gaps in provision and support continuous service development.
• Partnership Working: Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to ensure carers receive timely, joined-up support.
• Governance: Work within CSWS policies and procedures, including safeguarding, confidentiality, data protection, equality and diversity, and health and safety.
About You:
• Welfare Benefits
o A comprehensive and up to date working knowledge of the welfare benefit system and the latest welfare reform developments.
o Proven experience of providing in-depth welfare benefits advice, including complex cases.
• Line Management: Experience of supervising staff or strong evidence of readiness to move into a line management role.
• Facilitation: Experience of delivering group sessions workshops or training, both face-to-face and online.
• Time Management: Ability to manage competing priorities and balance leadership responsibilities with direct casework.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Able to take a proactive approach to overcoming obstacles and ensuring support for individuals navigating complex systems.
• Verbal and Written Skills: Able to negotiate, build relationships, advocate for people and write accurate, succinct records of support provided.
• IT Skills: Highly competent IT skills, including experience of using databases or CRM systems.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with various teams and stakeholders.
Please refer to the Job Description in the Recruitment Pack to see the full list of responsibilities and person specification.
Appointments are subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service.
A local charity team of staff and volunteers, working with and for family and friend carers.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We're looking for an experienced and friendly Senior Café Cook to join the team at The Hop 50+, our vibrant community café and activity centre in the heart of Hove.
You'll take the lead in planning and preparing fresh, homemade lunches, snacks and cakes while helping create a warm, welcoming environment for older people. As well as cooking, you'll enjoy working with customers, supporting café staff and volunteers, and contributing to the day-to-day running and ongoing development of our popular community café.
We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, particularly those from communities currently underrepresented in our workforce.
You will:
- Plan, prepare and serve fresh lunches, snacks and cakes for customers
- Support and supervise café staff and volunteers to deliver an excellent customer experience
- Manage food ordering, stock control and daily cash handling
- Maintain high standards of food hygiene, health and safety and cleanliness
- Help develop the café through new ideas, seasonal menus and special events
We're looking for someone who can demonstrate:
- Experience preparing and cooking fresh meals in a busy café, catering or hospitality environment
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to build positive relationships with customers, colleagues and volunteers
- Confidence supervising or supporting staff and volunteers as part of a small team
- Strong organisational skills, including menu planning, stock control and maintaining food safety standards
- A commitment to creating an inclusive, welcoming environment for older people and people living with dementia
A Level 2 Food Safety in Catering qualification is desirable, or a willingness to achieve this within an agreed timeframe.
We're a flexible, supportive employer and are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that would help you succeed in the role.
Why join us?
Impact Initiatives is a Brighton-based charity supporting people of all ages across Sussex to live healthy, fulfilling lives.
The Hop 50+ is much more than a café. It's a welcoming community hub where people aged 50+ can enjoy freshly prepared food alongside activities, friendships and specialist support, including dementia-friendly sessions. You'll play an important part in creating an environment where people feel connected, valued and supported.
Interested in finding out more?
This post is subject to a Basic DBS check. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent someone from working with us, and any disclosures will be considered in relation to the duties of the role.
Closing date: Monday 3 August 2026 (9.00 am)
For further details and to apply, please visit the jobs page on our website
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Office & Administration Assistant – Key Responsibilities
Office management and administration
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Maintain a welcoming, safe and efficient office environment that enables staff, volunteers and visitors to work effectively, in line with the ‘Groundswellian Way’, our coproduced principles for a safe, positive work culture.
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Manage the day-to-day running of the office, including , refreshments, office supplies, IT equipment, room bookings and reception duties.
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Coordinate incoming and outgoing post, telephone calls and enquiries through the central inbox, ensuring messages and requests are directed promptly to the appropriate member of staff.
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Build positive working relationships with Workspace, office contractors and suppliers, including cleaners, maintenance providers and other building services.
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Support Groundswell's commitment to environmental sustainability by promoting recycling, reducing waste and encouraging environmentally responsible office practices.
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Ensure office administration is appropriately covered during periods of annual leave and support the wider administration team to provide consistent organisational support.
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Recruit, support, supervise and train office volunteers where appropriate.
Facilities, health and safety
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Act as the day-to-day office lead for health and safety administration, supporting compliance with Groundswell's Health & Safety Policy.
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Ensure all staff and volunteers receive relevant health and safety information during induction, including access to the health & Safety training video, awareness of fire procedures, emergency evacuation routes and workplace safety responsibilities.
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Coordinate annual fire risk assessments, workplace risk assessments and PAT testing, ensuring appropriate records are maintained and actions completed.
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Support the development and maintenance of Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) where required.
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Liaise with Workspace to ensure landlord responsibilities relating to health and safety are fulfilled, including fire safety systems, signage and equipment maintenance.
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Maintain records of accidents, incidents and near misses, ensuring statutory reporting requirements are met where appropriate.
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Coordinate the maintenance and servicing of Groundswell's office equipment, facilities and assets, ensuring they remain safe, functional and fit for purpose.
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Work closely with the Director of Finance & Fundraising and our external systems and finance support on matters around onsite assets and finances.
IT and Systems
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Oversee the day-to-day management of organisational assets, ensuring equipment is maintained, used appropriately and complies with organisational policies and cyber security requirements.
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Complete IT trouble shooting on behalf of staff and volunteers, with external support.
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Order IT equipment as needed with external support.
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Complete basic set – up tasks on staff and volunteer devices with external support.
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Support staff and volunteers to upskill and improve their technological skills through the digital inclusion group.
Organisational administration
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Provide administrative support for organisational meetings, events and activities, including venue bookings, catering, logistics and preparation of materials.
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Support the Chief Executive in implementing GDPR and data management processes, ensuring good administrative practice and compliance across the organisation.
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Provide governance administration, including scheduling Board and Committee meetings, preparing meeting logistics, taking accurate minutes and maintaining action logs.
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Provide administrative support to the Chief Executive, Trustees and Senior Leadership Team, including diary coordination, meeting arrangements and room bookings.
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Support the recruitment and induction of Trustees as required by the Nominations Working Group.
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Support the People Manager with the onboarding and off-boarding of staff.
General
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Maintain accurate administrative systems, records and filing, ensuring information is organised, confidential and GDPR compliant.
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Identify opportunities to improve office systems, administrative processes and ways of working to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
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Work with the People Manager and Director of Fundraising & Finance to ensure policies and processes are accessible, in plain English and simple to follow; using step by step guides and images where appropriate.
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Build positive relationships across the organisation, providing responsive, friendly and professional support to colleagues, volunteers and external stakeholders.
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Undertake any other reasonable duties consistent with the nature and level of the role.
Groundswell responsibilities and the Groundswellian Way
Act in line with our Code of Conduct and the Groundswellian Way in all interactions with colleagues, volunteers, partners and visitors.
We want to:
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create a safe, friendly and respectful working environment
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encourage transparent communication so everyone knows what is expected of themselves and the organisation
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ensure everyone feels valued and celebrates individual strengths
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promote diversity, equity and fairness in everything we do
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encourage collaboration and working together.
Person Specification
Essential
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Experience working in a busy office or administrative role.
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Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
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Strong IT skills, including Microsoft 365.
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Ability to follow instructions and coordinate with consultants to complete IT set up and troubleshooting.
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Experience coordinating meetings and maintaining administrative systems.
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Excellent communication and customer service skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
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Understanding of confidentiality and GDPR.
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Commitment to Groundswell's values and trauma-informed ways of working.
Desirable
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Experience supporting charity governance or trustee meetings.
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Experience coordinating health and safety administration.
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Experience supervising volunteers.
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Knowledge of facilities management.
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Lived experience of homelessness or social exclusion.
Why join Groundswell?
Key Benefits
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28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles)
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5% employer pension
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Flexible working options, including hybrid and part-time arrangements
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Reflective practice or Clinical Supervision with a trained therapist for all team members
Culture
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Support - Regular guidance, support and the opportunity to reflect on your work through regular one to ones with your Line Manager
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Teamwork - Regular opportunities to contribute to and learn from the wider Groundswell team
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Strategic input - Opportunities to input into Groundswell’s strategic direction
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Voice – The ability to input into working practices that impact you, and to know where to turn if any problems arise.
Application and Interview Process
Please let us know if you would like to request any accommodations or adjustments throughout the application and interview process. We will be very happy to support these wherever possible to give all applicants the best opportunity to showcase their skills and experience.
We encourage our candidates to draw from their personal and professional experiences, skills, knowledge and passion for our work in their applications, as we believe this will be the best representation of why you are the right fit for the role. While we acknowledge that Generative AI can be a useful tool when used selectively, we do not believe it can replace the authenticity that each individual can bring to their application. Therefore, we ask you to consider carefully any use of Generative AI throughout the application process.
Application
To apply please follow this link:
Please submit your CV along with a cover letter stating:
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How you meet each of the areas outlined in the person specification above
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Why you are interested in doing this job at Groundswell.
You can find a guide to writing your cover letter here, which includes some tips and general guidance.
The deadline for applications is 10am on Monday 17th August.
Interviews
Interviews will be held in person on either Wednesday 2nd or Thursday 3rd September.
We are a small charity with limited resources and are unable to give individualised feedback on unsuccessful applications before the interview stage.
Pre-employment checks
The job offer for the successful candidate will be subject to a reference check.
Many thanks for taking the time to look into this role – it is an exciting opportunity, and we hope you will consider applying.
Hours: 4 days per week (30 hours) between 9.00am and 5.00pm
Clolsing date: Tuesday 30th June at 11pm
Interview date: Friday 10th July
Salary: £48,000 p/a pro rata
Contract: 1 year fixed term (covering a maternity leave position)
The Southmead Project is an equal opportunities employer providing free specialist counselling and support for survivors of abuse across Bristol and surrounding areas. Our recruitment is done in line with safer recruitment practices. We welcome people of any race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, class, ability, language, religion and cultural background. We value the differences between people and affirm each person as an individual.
We value our team very highly and pride ourselves on being a supportive employer. We provide the following benefits to encourage a supported, well-rounded and enriched practice:
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Paid supervision for 1.5 hours per month, with an external supervisor of that person’s choice
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Line management for 1 hour per month
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Training budget of £500 per year to spend on relevant training of that person’s choice
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Employer pension contribution of 5%
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Generous annual leave allowance and paid sick leave
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Cycle to work scheme
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Optional private counselling for up to 12 sessions per year with an external counsellor of that person’s choice
Therapeutic Management
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To manage and support a staff team, including the Head of Active Recovery, a Counselling Lead, Nexus Counselling Manager, a Family Support Group Facilitator, and administrators.
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To oversee all of the charity’s therapeutic services and ensure that efficient and high-quality services are delivered.
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To be the charity’s Designated Safeguarding Lead to respond effectively and efficiently to safeguarding concerns.
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To ensure staff are sufficiently trained in adult and child safeguarding and that training records are kept up-to-date.
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To oversee the charity’s pre-trial therapy processes and be a point of contact for the police.
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To develop and improve the charity’s therapeutic services, including any expansion of the services.
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To manage therapeutic recruitment, inductions and training.
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To hold monthly staff meetings and service team meetings when needed.
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To oversee the individual and group supervision arrangements and reporting for all staff.
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To manage and have overall responsibility for the ongoing use of an online Case Management System, ensuring that data is inputted accurately for reporting purposes.
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To support the charity’s quality assurance and development of its services through monitoring and responding to client feedback and outcomes data.
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To develop the charity’s survivor voice work and ensure that the charity’s services are informed by survivors and their lived experience.
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To manage any complaints raised by clients.
Leadership
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To work collaboratively as part of a Leadership Team to make decisions and resolve issues affecting the day-to-day running of the charity and management of its staff team.
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To strategically plan and develop the therapeutic services of the charity.
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To develop relationships with partner agencies and professionals to raise awareness of our therapeutic services and strengthen our work.
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To build and maintain a positive working relationship with the Board of Trustees.
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To attend and contribute to trustee meetings and trustee working group meetings, reporting on the therapeutic services and any clinical matters arising.
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To assist in promoting the charity by attending all relevant meetings directly connected with your work.
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To undertake any other duties appropriate to the needs of the charity.
Client Work
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To provide one-to-one counselling for survivors of abuse of all genders, both online / by phone and face-to-face, with a caseload of approximately 4 clients.
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To maintain confidential and accurate counselling notes of all sessions.
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To attend monthly one-to-one clinical supervision with a supervisor approved by the Southmead Project. (Supervision is a requirement of this charity as members of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy).
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To attend monthly one-to-one line management meetings.
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To work to the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy ethical guidelines.
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To work within the framework, spirit and ethos of the Southmead Project’s Equal Opportunities Policy, and actively engage in promoting the policy within the charity and in all dealings with clients and other agencies.
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All members of staff, paid and unpaid, are required to undergo the enhanced level of Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Please see attached job description for full details.
Meaningful therapeutic support accessible for adults impacted by abuse and addiction. A safe space for growth, connection and wellbeing for all.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.




