Business Administrator Jobs
£27,500 per annum (pro rata)
Fixed term – 6 months
20 hours per week
Part home/part office (London) based
UNICEF ensures more of the world’s children are vaccinated, educated, and protected than any other organisation. We have done more to influence laws and policies to help protect children than anyone else. We get things done. And we’re not going to stop until the world is a safe place for all our children.
This is a great opportunity to join the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) as a Supporter Engagement Assistant. You will be joining a dedicated team of 11 who provide the highest level of customer service and directly engage with members of the public by responding to enquiries and engaging in conversations.
As the first point of call for both our supporters and members of the public, you will be handling telephone calls, emails, live chat, text, social and even the odd letter.
This role requires you to ‘think with your head’ and ‘act with your heart’ to ensure that the very best experiences are had by those that contact and engage with us. At times these can be difficult conversations with distressing content relating to children, but you will have access to comprehensive support and experienced colleagues.
You will have an aptitude and experience of using a variety of communication methods, and knowledge of databases. You will work collaboratively as part of a team; you’ll be a proactive problem solver with the ability see cases through to a successful resolution.
Our Supporter Care service is available from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.
If you have any questions about this role, please contact Vicky Johnson, our Head of Supporter Care.
Act now and visit the website via the apply button to apply online.
Closing date: 9am, Monday 14 April 2025.
Interview date: Week commencing 28 April 2025 via video conferencing (MS Teams).
In return, we offer:
· excellent pay and benefits (including flexible working, generous annual leave and pension, big brand discounts and wellbeing tools)
· outstanding training and learning opportunities and the support to flourish in your role
· impressive open plan office space and facilities on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
· an open culture and workplace with colleagues who share our values, enjoy their work and are motivated to do their utmost for children.
· the opportunity to work in a leading children’s organisation making a difference to children around the world
Our application process: We use a system called "Applied" that anonymises your responses and focuses on your actual skills that are relevant to this role. This benefits you by giving you a greater chance of expressing your skills in this objective selection process.
We anticipate most colleagues will work one or two days a week in the office on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, East London and the rest of the time from home. We will happily discuss other flexible options to suit your circumstances.
We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, disabled candidates, and from men, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level at UNICEF UK. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children.
UNICEF UK promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
We welcome a conversation about your flexible working requirements, personal growth, and promoting a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
The successful candidate will be required to apply for a criminal records check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of your offences.
We only accept online applications as this saves us money, making more funds available for us to help ensure children’s rights.
If you require support in completing the online form or an application form in an alternative format, please contact the Supporter Care line during office hours.
If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that we only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates.
Registered Charity Nos. 1072612 (England and Wales) SC043677 (Scotland)
The UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK), a charity funded by supporters, raising funds for UNICEF’s work for children.



Governance Manager
Home/Office Based (Matlock)
Fixed, 37.5 hour per week permanent contract
£45,560 - £53,600 per annum
Our Governance Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating all governance work, providing support to the Board, CEO and Executive Team in all matters relating to governance and in particular for the Board and Committee meetings.
You’ll ensure that transactional activities are accurately completed within specified timeframes and co-ordinate all committees of the YHA Board and advise on and implement good governance practice.
Why work for YHA?
Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive staff benefits that support your well-being and career growth:
- 10 nights free hostel stays per year for you and up to 3 friends or family
- Access to YHA’s staff discount and cash back portal
- Free YHA Membership each year
- Access to support via our Employee Assistance Program
What will you be doing?
- Lead and advising on all matters relating to governance including the constitution, memorandum and articles of association, standing orders and codes of conduct, including leading the implementation of any changes agreed by the Board.
- Provide best practice governance advice and support to the Chair, Board, CEO and Executive team, ensuring regulatory/codes of practice compliance, ongoing review of consultations on charity governance and promoting good governance in practice.
- Provide governance support to the Board, Audit and Risk Committee, Finance Committee, People, Remuneration, Impact and Engagement Committee, and the National Officers and Committee Chairs meeting and any other meetings linked to governance.
- Monitor changes in relevant governance legislation and the regulatory environment and take appropriate action.
- Project manage the organisation and delivery of the Annual General Meeting
- Plan and co-ordinate the annual Trustee induction programme.
- Responsible for the administration of the Company, for example: maintaining statutory company records and making the appropriate governance filings to Companies House and the Charity Commission.
- You’ll be the Company Secretary for YHA (England and Wales) and YHA Trading Limited.
- Assist the CEO and Executive with internal and external promotion, PR or other publications and events as required and particularly in relation to corporate governance and Board related issues.
- Develop relationships of trust and confidence, working pro-actively with the Chair, individual Board members, the CEO, Executive team, and external lawyers, where appropriate. You’ll be key in liaising between National Office teams and Board members.
What Skills and Experience do you need?
- Experience of providing governance support at Board level.
- Chartered Membership of the Chartered Governance Institute (or equivalent) or studying towards the qualification or suitable other experience. Experience of working independently, pro-actively and sensitively with senior stakeholders (Chair, CEO, Board members, Exec directors).
- Excellent project management skills and experience.
- Project team leadership skills and experience.
- Experience of budgetary control.
- Experience and in-depth knowledge of corporate and charity governance, including of company secretary functional requirements.
- Friendly, supportive, authoritative and approachable with the ability to adapt communication style to build positive relationships and provide proactive support for internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
- Able to take comprehensive and accurate minutes at speed.
- Able to adapt written communication style to deal with formal Board and governance communications, but equally at home with more informal communications when appropriate.
- Good level of IT skills particularly Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint and a working knowledge of portals for distributing and viewing board and committee papers.
- Very well organised, self-motivated and able to demonstrate initiative, to deal authoritatively with providing best practice advice, peaks and troughs in workload, and conflicting priorities including between departments and individuals.
- Able and willing to flex hours worked in order to cover Board and AGM meeting at weekends and frequent evenings and occasional early mornings (for committee meetings and distribution of Board and Committee papers) and travel to hostels throughout the network to support Board and other meetings, for which Time Off in Lieu will be provided.
- Flexible and adaptable, and willing to support the Chair, Board, CEO, Executive Team, and External Affairs Team.
- A good understanding of charity governance, operational and departmental organisation and requirements.
- A discreet and trusted confidante and source of advice for the Chair and CEO when needed, including tactful handling of sensitive/political issues.
- An advocate of YHA at all times, supporting our charitable object, vision and HEART values.
- Holds a current driving licence or able to travel independently, including to rural locations. For more information about the role and the skills and experience required, please refer to the job description.
At YHA, we understand the richness of life experiences, and we place just as much importance on lived experiences as we do on skills and knowledge. We provide a robust induction, ongoing training, and opportunities for personal growth. While certain roles may require specific skills, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Who are YHA?
YHA is a social enterprise with a mission to enrich the lives of all, especially young people. YHA does this by providing brilliant hostel stays and experiences that improve physical health, mental wellbeing and life skills.
Enrich the lives of all, especially young people, by providing brilliant hostel stays and experiences that improve physical health & mental wellbeing.

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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Are you passionate about empowering young people to unlock their potential?
Do you have the skills to support our busy team of Educational Partnerships Managers to deliver impactful programmes within education? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as our Delivery and Volunteer Support Coordinator at Young Enterprise (YE).
About us
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of over 90 employees and over 2000 volunteers united by our goal to empower young people to discover, develop, and succeed by equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to thrive in work and life.
Through hands-on enterprise and financial education programmes, Young Enterprise helps young people build essential skills such as problem-solving, teamwork, leadership, and financial literacy—preparing them for the modern world.
Since we set up in 1962, we have ensured over 7 million young people had the opportunity to prepare for the world of work and over 1 million young people set up and run their own business.
Why Work for Us?
We pride ourselves in being a great place to work, providing a supportive culture with opportunities to grow and develop your career, achieve a healthy work life balance and to be recognised for the great work you do. Here’s what you can expect from us:
- People-Focused Culture: A friendly and supportive workplace where we work together to achieve our mission.
- Commitment to Equality and Diversity: We actively promote an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
- Generous Benefits Package: Enjoy a generous holiday allowance, access to an NHS top-up scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, cycle-to-work scheme, and more.
- Mentorship Opportunities: Access to a mentoring scheme with a corporate partner to support your personal and professional development.
- Life Assurance: Group Life Assurance for added peace of mind.
- Pension scheme
About you:
- A Motivated Self-Starter: Someone who is proactive, driven, and able to take initiative.
- Strong Relationship Builder: Someone who enjoys building and nurturing strong relationships internally and externally, and values volunteers and the contribution they make.
- Excellent Organisational Skills: The ability to prioritise, manage multiple tasks, and problem-solve effectively under pressure.
- A passion for events: The ability to support the organisation of events – from inception to delivery and review.
- Enthusiastic about volunteering: Someone who understands the impact of volunteering, with the passion and drive to ensure that our volunteers have an excellent experience.
About the Role:
As the Delivery and Volunteer Support Coordinator, you will play a vital role in supporting the work of the Educational Partnerships team in London and the SE. This means you'll be supporting our work with schools that serve young people from areas with the greatest barriers to social mobility. Your mission will be to ensure YE’s programmes in London and the SE are delivered effectively and ensure our volunteers feel well supported throughout their volunteer journey with YE.
You’ll be a key member of YE’s Educational Partnerships Regional Team, collaborating closely with Educational Partnerships Managers, the Educational Partnerships Regional Manager, the Volunteering Team and National Fundraising to support the success of our enterprise and financial education programmes. These programmes are designed to help young people make positive contributions to their communities and society, while equipping them with the tools to shape their own future.
This is a dynamic and rewarding role where no two days are the same. There is a degree of manual handling and you may be required to work some evenings and weekends. You will engage directly with internal and external stakeholders and take responsibility for several reporting and administration processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and Nurture Relationships: Cultivate and expand internal and external relationships that facilitate the delivery of YE’s programmes and services effectively.
- Volunteer Management: Identify, recruit and locally train event-based volunteers. This will include harnessing excellent relationships with volunteers, ensuring that our volunteers are supported on their journey with YE.
- Event support: Manage all the logistics for various events that occur as part of YE’s programmes over the course of an academic year. Including, launches, training, trade fairs and showcases.
- Collaboration and Teamwork: Work alongside your regional team to achieve shared KPIs, contributing to the success of the region and the wider organisation.
- Safeguarding: Undertake training and ensure YE’s safeguarding policy is adhered to at all times.
- Tech-Savvy: Competence in using IT tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Keeping Young People Safe:
At Young Enterprise, safeguarding is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will receive ongoing safeguarding training throughout their employment. In most cases a previous conviction will not prevent you from being great at this role - to find out more please refer to the job description.
At YE we are passionate and committed to keeping your data safe and secure. Full details can be found in the YE People’s Privacy Notice.
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to make a real difference to the future of young people in London and SE, we want to hear from you! Please send your CV and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining why you are the ideal candidate for this role. Applications must be submitted by 23:30 on 17 April 2025. Please note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Interviews will be conducted via Teams, and we may shortlist and invite candidates to interview before the closing date. While we aim to respond to all applicants, if you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Join us and be part of an organisation that’s shaping the future of young people across the country. Apply today!
We empower young people to discover, develop and celebrate their skills and potential.
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Dear Candidate,
As Executive Headteacher of Southover Partnership School, I am excited to invite you to apply for the position of Chief Financial and Operations Officer (CFOO). This is an exceptional opportunity to join our school during a period of significant change and development, where we are building on our successes and transforming our future. At Southover Partnership School, we are dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where children with social, emotional, and mental health challenges, autism, and other complex needs, receives the tailored care and attention they need to thrive both academically and personally.
We are embarking on an exciting journey of growth and innovation. The school is full of energy and ambition, and we are committed to providing an outstanding educational experience for our students, with a focus on continuous improvement and development.
In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the financial stability of the school, while leading the operational systems that support the delivery of our strategic vision. Working closely with our hardworking and forward-thinking SLT, trustees, and staff, you will help shape the future of Southover Partnership School, ensuring we meet the challenges ahead and provide the best possible environment for all in the changing SEND landscape.
We are looking for a strategic, proactive individual who is passionate about making a difference and who thrives in a collaborative and dynamic environment. If you are ready to take on a leadership role in a school that values creativity, hard work, and innovation, we would love to hear from you.
I am looking forward to receiving your application and discussing how you can contribute to the continued success and development of The Southover Partnership School.
Warm regards,
Angela Moore
Executive Headteacher
Southover Partnership School
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Project Worker
Making a Difference in Foster Care!
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Project Worker to support and sustain the Mockingbird programme across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with fostering services, making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people in care.
Position: Project Worker
Salary: £32,480 - £37,555 (plus London weighting if applicable)
Location: Home-based (North / Midlands) with travel across the UK
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 7th April 2025
Interviews: 15th April 2025, in Leeds
About the Role
As a Project Worker, you will provide essential guidance and support to fostering services, helping them implement and sustain the Mockingbird model. You will work closely with key stakeholders, delivering training, offering ongoing support, and ensuring quality assurance. This role is home-based but requires extensive travel and occasional overnight stays within the UK.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting fostering services – Providing training, guidance, and quality assurance to partners implementing the Mockingbird model.
- Developing strong relationships – Building effective working partnerships with fostering services, foster carers, and stakeholders.
- Ensuring high standards – Contributing to the design and development of quality assurance and training processes.
- Promoting the Mockingbird programme – Raising awareness and increasing its presence across the UK.
- Organising and attending events – Supporting, contributing to, and participating in online and in-person Mockingbird-related events.
- Maintaining effective project administration – Ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to internal policies.
About You
We are looking for someone with experience in project work, training delivery, and stakeholder engagement. You will have:
- Experience in providing coaching, training, or support via phone, video call, email, and in person.
- Strong communication skills – able to engage with foster carers, young people, and professionals at all levels.
- Excellent organisational abilities – capable of prioritising tasks and managing a varied workload.
- A proactive approach – confident working independently while collaborating as part of a team.
- A commitment to social care and fostering – with a broad understanding of policy and practice within children’s social care.
- Flexibility to travel extensively across the UK, including overnight stays.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of the Mockingbird model and fostering services.
- Experience working in children’s services, fostering, or related fields.
- An understanding of trauma-informed approaches and the needs of looked-after children.
About the Organisation
You will be working for the UK’s leading fostering charity, to ensure that every child in foster care can thrive. The charity provides training, support, and resources to foster carers, influences policy, and campaigns for positive change.
They are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring all team members feel valued and empowered. If you want to be part of a charity that makes a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!
Other roles you may have experience in could include: Fostering Support Worker, Family Support Worker, Children’s Project Worker, Social Care Worker, Training and Development Officer, Youth Support Worker, Community Engagement Officer, etc.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the process, please let us know.
The charity is committed to safeguarding children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a DBS check.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Female Engagement Coordinator
We are looking for a Female Engagement Coordinator for an exciting programme of activities for their given area. You will be instrumental in delivering activities to young girls, in-line with relevant guidance and good practice
If you have a passion for putting young people first, then we want to hear from you!
Position: Female Engagement Coordinator
Location: London W12 7TF
Salary: £30,000
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (including evenings and weekends)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 7th April 2025
About the Role
Coordinators are crucial members of the delivery team, responsible for an exciting programme of activities for their given area. You will be responsible for an exciting offer for young people aged 8 to 19 (up to 25 for those with additional needs), at the Youth Zone.
The Female Engagement Coordinator will lead on the Just for Girls session on Sunday afternoons, designing an engaging programme of activities alongside staff and young people. You will also work to engage girls and young women in the other sessions offered by the Youth Zone, ensuring the sessions are relevant and fun. You will provide some line management support and development for sessional workers in these areas.
This role requires a minimum of 55% of time spent face-to-face working with young people.
Once you click to apply, you will be able to read the full Job Pack and scope of the role.
About You
You will have excellent communication skills to deliver activity programmes to a wide range of young people and the ability to motivate and engage staff, volunteers and young people through youth work.
With a strong commitment to young people and ability to engage and build positive relationships with disengaged young people, you will have the ability to coach and develop groups of young people.
You will have knowledge of the issues affecting young people and an ability to work with challenging behaviour and complex needs and be IT Literate.
You will have experience of:
• Delivering activities to young people in-line with relevant guidance and good practice
• Working with girls or young women aged 8 to 19 (up to 25 for those with additional needs) in a range of settings
• Engaging vulnerable, disengaged or hard to reach young people in activities
• Leading or managing a team
If you’re excited about this role but your past experience does not align perfectly with every requirement in the person specification, we encourage you to still apply and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable for this role. You may be just the right candidate.
About the Organisation
Hammersmith & Fulham (H&F) is a London Borough of wide disparities, with an acute need for youth services. This vast difference between those living in different parts of our borough can lead to radically different life outcomes. The Youth Zone is a vital provision that will make a huge impact on the lives of young people, and on the whole borough, levelling the playing field for our young people.
Open 7 days a week, while schools are closed - that’s evenings and weekends, plus all through the school holidays. We offer a safe and active space for young people to flourish in their leisure time, where their interests can be nurtured, and they can grow as individuals. This is a charity that the whole community can be proud of, and you can be part of that journey
As an equal opportunities’ employer, applications are welcome from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. Our dedicated Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion at OnSide, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.
The charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable groups. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. They value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate must be female, in accordance with Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.
You may have experience in areas such as Engagement, Programme, Engagement Officer, Programme Officer, Engagement Manager, Programme Manager, Engagement and Programme, Programme and Engagement, Youth Engagement, Youth Programme, Children’s Engagement, Childrens’ Programme. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Join Our Mission for Social Justice!
Are you passionate about using data to drive real change? The Law Centres Network (LCN) is looking for a Data Project Officer to support Law Centres and Centres of Excellence to harness digital tools and data to improve efficiency, enhance service delivery, and strengthen their impact in the access to justice sector. This is a 2 year, 4 day per week role. Salary, conditions and details of the role are contained in the application pack.
About Us
For nearly 50 years, LCN has been at the forefront of social justice, supporting 40+ Law Centres across the UK to help people access legal advice and representation to solve every day legal problems. We champion the work of Law Centres across the UK, support the services they provide, and campaign together on a national scale for equal access to justice for everyone.
Why Data Matters
In today's world, data is essential for shaping policy, securing funding, and improving services. This project will support Law Centres in developing stronger data collection, analysis, and data management to better tell the stories of their clients and measure their impact.
Your Role
As a Data Project Officer, you will:
- Support Project Development – Work with the project team and Law Centres to guide project strategy, delivery and administration.
- Engage with Law Centres – Build relationships to understand their data challenges and encourage participation in the project.
- Gather Insights – Collect and analyse data on Law Centres work, and to inform project activities and project development.
- Training – Develop training and capacity building strategies to improve data skills and practices.
- Share Learning – Document project successes, challenges and best practices to support the wider social justice sector.
- Communications – Develop strategies to highlight project achievements and lessons learned.
Why Join Us?
- Impactful Work – Help strengthen access to justice for vulnerable communities.
- Innovative Approach – Be part of an innovative project to improve data use in the charitable legal advice sector.
- Professional Growth – Access professional development and training opportunities to help boost your skills.
- Supportive Network – Collaborate with a community of 40+ Law Centres.
- Flexible & Inclusive – Enjoy a values-driven workplace with flexible working options.
This is a 2 year 4 day per week role. Salary, conditions and details of the role are contained in the application pack.
Join us in using data to make the UK a fairer place!
Application Deadline: 18th April, 5pm
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This is a full time permanent role which will be primarily office based.
The starting salary is £39,000 - £42,000 depending on experience.
The Role:
As an IT Service Local Delivery Analyst you'll be providing local IT systems support, training and advice to SNG colleagues and will be responsible for the development, maintenance and operation of the organisation's devices, infrastructure and applications.
You'll ensure that our IT support tickets are resolved as efficiently and effectively as possible. Working within operating & service level agreements (SLA) and utilise service desk tools (ITSM system, knowledge system, monitoring etc) to ensure all interactions are accurately logged, prioritised, categorised and resolved.
This role will provide support for end user computing across all SNG locations. Acting as an escalation point for the central IT service delivery team as well as providing local hands-on support for the wider CIO teams.
Due to the travel involved you will need to hold a full and valid UK Driving Licence and have your own vehicle.
What we need from you:
As an IT Service Local Delivery Analyst you'll need to have a high level of customer focus and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, contractors and partnering agencies.
You will need experience of working on an IT Service Desk or in a Technical team and be able to communicate with our customers in person, by telephone, webchat email or digital assistant.
A Service Desk/Customer Service oriented certificate such as ITIL v3 or v4 Practitioner would be an advantage.
We are looking for:
- Experience of troubleshooting and demonstrable problem-solving techniques.
- A sound understanding of hardware knowledge, especially with PCs, printers and other standard desktop/peripheral equipment and AV equipment.
- Ability to be office based and travel between SNG sites as needed
- Confident and enthusiastic approach in delivering basic user training to ensure end users make the best use of our AV services.
- The ability to work as part of a team and the self-motivation to work without direct supervision in remote locations.
What we can offer you:
As a member of the IT Service Team you'll be part of a friendly, active and dynamic working environment.
We invest in our people, and you will be able to develop your skills and be part of something that makes a real difference to people's lives. This role can give you the opportunity for a career within a successful and diverse organisation.
Some of our benefits include:
• £450 yearly flexible benefit pot to use against benefits of your choice
• Flexible working
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
• A chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package
• A generous pension scheme matching up to 12%
• Life cover as soon as you join us
• You will be a part of our Recognition scheme
• A range of wellbeing discounts including Gym Memberships
About us:
It's an exciting time to be a part of the team as Sovereign have joined forces with Network Homes to form SNG (Sovereign Network Group). Together we provide over 84,000 homes and invest in communities across London and the South of England. Our purpose is to provide good affordable homes in thriving communities that people love for generations.
We invest for the long term, in individual homes, our customers and work with partners to make a lasting difference to our neighbourhoods. Sovereign Network Group's financial strength enables us to meet housing needs, regenerate places and build on the existing strengths in our communities.
We are committed to our Equality Diversity and Inclusion strategy and believe that you can truly be yourself at SNG. Take a look at our careers site to learn.
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Care and Support Worker
Support Worker, L'Arche Ipswich
ABOUT THE ROLE
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Hours of work: Full - Time (40 hours per week) and Part-time positions available. Days, evenings, weekends and sleep-in shifts.
Contract type: Permanent
This role does not qualify for visa sponsorship and is ideal for candidates who live in the Ipswich area.
Vacancies for Support Workers
Are you a qualified and experienced Support Worker looking for a new challenge? Want to join a team that enjoys life supporting others to lead fulfilling and independent lives?
We are looking for experienced and enthusiastic Support Workers for our Supported Living Services in Ipswich, Suffolk, committed people who will go above and beyond to make life amazing for the people we support! Our Charity supports 13 adults with Learning Disabilities/Autism to lead fulfilling and independent lives whilst being active members of the community.
L’Arche Ipswich is an Excellent CQC rated Supported Living Service that provides individualised and proactive support to enable individuals to become as independent as possible within the community. L’Arche Ipswich comprises of two beautiful houses, close to the town centre, designed to meet a variety of individual needs and preferences.
Job Type: Permanent
Place of work: L’Arche Ipswich community houses, homes to 13 adults with learning disabilities.
Main purpose of the role:
As a Support Worker, you will support adults with learning disabilities in line with agreed support and care plans, in all aspects of their everyday lives. You will deliver practical, physical and emotional support to people with learning disabilities, whilst proactively promoting choice, independence and self-determination.
You will:
- be an enthusiastic, well-motivated and committed support worker
- have a good knowledge and understanding of person centred care approaches
- be an outstanding care practitioner with experience of supporting adults with learning disabilities
We will offer you:
- £250 onboarding payment once you have successfully completed your probationary period.
- Blue light card eligibility - discounts from large national retailers to local businesses across categories such as holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more.
- kind, caring, professional colleagues and homely work environments
- excellent training and support from our dedicated teams
- a commitment to ongoing professional development
- a community committed to staff well-being
- a vibrant and joyful place to work and to be a part of an international federation of L’Arche communities in over 35 countries worldwide.
- our personal development or "Formation" programme offers opportunities for reflection, mentoring and growth for everyone in our community.
- opportunities to travel both in the UK and internationally to visit other L’Arche communities.
- 28 paid day’s annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays (increasing to 33 per year after your first year),
- Pension,
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential well-being support including counselling.
About us
L’Arche Ipswich is more than just a service provider; we are a diverse, inclusive community of 30 people with and without learning disabilities who live, work and celebrate together. Our aim is to provide a place of belonging to enable people with learning disabilities live independent yet connected lives.
"Quite simply being part of L'Arche is being loved for who you are."
A full job description and person specification can be found in the Recruitment Pack.
To apply, please read the full job description and person specification, submit your CV, and answer the questions from online application form.
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 8 April 2025, at 11:59pm
Interviews will be held throughout March and April because applications will be processed once received; therefore, please complete the online application form as soon as possible. The interview process will include a visit to the community to meet a panel of people with learning disabilities and an in-person interview.
Please also read our privacy notice for job applicants.
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Are you a social media fanatic, looking to make a real impact? We're excited to welcome a creative and organized Social Media Assistant to our fantastic team at the Alzheimer's Society!
As our new apprentice, you will be working with our team to plan and create engaging day-to-day content in various formats (text, photography, graphics, video). You will have exposure to manage the Social Media inbox and processes to assess and assign incoming tasks efficiently and also providing community management support across channels.
This role will also require you to support the team in identifying new and existing storytellers to feature in our social media content. You will undertake daily tasks and checks to ensure the smooth running of all our social media platforms and support in pulling data and to help produce reports. Additionally, you will be providing general administrative support, including managing rotas and meetings for the Social Media team, and assisting with tasks to enable the smooth running of social media at the Society.
Why You'll Love This Role:
- Lead the Charge: Take the reins of our social media strategy and make a huge impact.
- Create Magic: Craft engaging and innovative content that resonates with our audience.
- Drive Change: Be at the forefront of campaigns that raise awareness and support for people living with Dementia.
If you're ready to take on a rewarding role that combines your social media skills with a meaningful cause, we want to hear from you! Apply now and let's make a difference together!
After the successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will be awarded a Level 3 Multi-Channel Marketing Apprenticeship. Please note that we cannot accept anyone for the role that has a Level 3 or above qualification in marketing.
About you
We are looking for someone who exemplifies our values at Alzheimer’s Society, someone who is: Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most. A Trusted Expert who believes in working Better Together and demonstrates true Compassion.
Additionally, you will be:
- Willing to learn and have a strong eager to succeed in your role
- Interested in fundraising marketing
- Proactive and resourceful, with an eye for detail
- Able to manage own time effectively
- A team player who can communicate and collaborate on ideas
- Have strong verbal and written communication skills to liaise with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal and interpretation skills will allow you to have open jargon-free conversations with the business.
- Excellent organisational skills and great attention to detail.
- Advocate for Alzheimer’s Society, demonstrating passion and resilience to make a difference.
- Be a self-starter and incredibly motivated.
Location: This role is home based within England (excluding Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland) as it is a government requirement to enable us to access their funding for the apprenticeship.
Contract: This apprenticeship role is for a period of 24 months.
Interview date: WC 14th April, via Microsoft Teams.
About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the biggest health and social challenge of our time.
There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition alone.
At Alzheimer’s Society we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today and providing hope for the future. We’re here for everyone living with dementia.
As a Society, we are made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers and clinicians. We are the UK’s largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia.
Our Values
We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.
Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don’t shy away from challenges.
Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.
Equal Opportunities
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.
We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and delivering a widening participation careers project within defence and security. Building on the successful two year pilot, the project targets activities for young people and undergraduates including summer schools, internships and school and university presentations. The project aims to increase awareness, understanding and connection to defence and security data science careers from groups previously underrepresented in these roles. The project will involve working closely with the Turing’s Defence and Security Partners and other organisations to deliver a range of activities aimed at increasing the diversity of those taking up data science careers in the defence and security field.
Your Profile
The successful candidate will have experience in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders. You will have prior experience of working with young people or undergraduates in an education based setting and strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures and legislation. Experience of delivering training or professional development sessions ideally to an audience of young people. You should have excellent negotiating, influencing and communication skills at all levels and possess the ability to handle matters of a sensitive/confidential nature in a professional manner.
Main Duties
- Manage the delivery of the Defence and Security Data Science Careers projects. This includes summer schools and career talks in locations across the UK and an undergraduate careers programme.
- Manage multiple stakeholders, including the Turing’s Defence and Security Partners and youth delivery partner(s) to ensure stakeholder engagement and collaboration.
- Manage recruitment, onboarding, pastoral and safeguarding support of participants. This will include under 18s and undergraduates.
- Line management of Widening Participation Officer and Casual Worker Facilitators
- Bring together colleagues from relevant departments in the Turing, especially from the Defence and Security programme, to oversee the creation of content and project topics for all programme elements, ensuring a vibrant curriculum.
- Manage communications for the project, working closely with the Communications team to develop suitable advertising and communications strategies.
- Lead evaluation including refinement of KPIs and reporting on the programme.
Please see our portal for a full breakdown of the role as well as a job description and person specification.
Application Procedure
If you are interested in this opportunity, please click the apply button, it will take you to our job portal. You will need to register on the applicant portal and complete the application form including your CV and covering letter.
If you have questions about the role or would like to apply using a different format, please see job description for more information on how to proceed.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 13 April 2025 at 23:59 (London, UK BST)
Terms and Conditions
This full-time post is offered on a fixed-term basis until 31 March 2026. The annual salary is £53,021 plus excellent benefits, including flexible working and family friendly policies, Employee-only benefits guide | The Alan Turing Institute
Please note, due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will be required to hold British citizenship.
The Alan Turing Institute is based at the British Library, in the heart of London’s Knowledge Quarter. We expect staff to come to our office at least 4 days per month. Some roles may require more days in the office; the hiring manager will be able to confirm this during the interview.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The Alan Turing Institute is committed to creating an environment where diversity is valued, and everyone is treated fairly. In accordance with the Equality Act, we welcome applications from anyone who meets the specific criteria of the post regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
We are committed to making sure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive. This includes making reasonable adjustments for candidates who have a disability or long-term condition. Please contact us to find out how we can assist you.
Please note all offers of employment are subject to obtaining and retaining the right to work in the UK and satisfactory pre-employment security screening which includes a DBS Check.
Full details on the pre-employment screening process can be requested.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Philanthropy Manager
The 2030 Circle - WWF's Major Giving Club
Salary: £37,581- £43,218
Hours: 35
Location: Woking / Hybrid Working
This is a UK based contract and as such, you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Evidence of your Right to Work will be checked prior to interview.
At WWF-UK we’re committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. As a Disability Confident Employer, we acknowledge that some candidates may require additional support to overcome barriers experienced during the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team.
About the role
We’re looking to recruit a Philanthropy Manager to join our dynamic Philanthropy and Events team within our Supporter Income & Engagement directorate. The successful candidate will support the continued growth and development of the highly successful 2030 Circle - a giving club bringing together likeminded supporters around a shared goal: to help halt the loss of the natural world by 2030.
This is an exciting time to join the team at a really pivotal moment – five years since the Club was launched and with five years left to halt and reverse nature loss.
You will work with the Senior Philanthropy Manager to maintain and build long term, effective relationships with a range of philanthropic donors, including individuals, families, trusts, foundations and SMEs.
You will share our passion for protecting the future of our planet for people and nature and be skilled at inspiring supporters both in person and in writing. You will have responsibility for day-to-day communications with our highly engaged members and contribute to all aspects of our curated donor journey, from impact reporting to supporting a varied engagement and stewardship calendar of high-level events and field trips. You will also proactively drive growth in the giving club membership through effective data management, warm approaches, peer introductions and lead generation activity. You will work collaboratively with fundraisers and different teams across the organisation to ensure we maximise opportunities to enhance the experience and build support from 2030 Circle members.
We’re looking for someone with:
- Experience of managing a portfolio of trusts, foundations and individuals
- Experience of working with high-net-worth individuals.
- A track record of delivering against income targets.
- Demonstrable experience in identifying and tracking new funding opportunities.
- Experience of using fundraising databases/CRM systems.
- A good understanding of the philanthropic sector and of major giving clubs.
- Excellent communication, relationship building & interpersonal skills.
- Desire to embrace and encourage collaborative working.
Benefits, rewards & location
The salary for this role is £37,581- £43,218. We also offer a full benefits and rewards package including:
- Annual leave starting at 26 days a year, rising one day each year to a maximum of 31 days plus bank holidays
- Flexible working options
- 7.5% employer contribution to pension, increased to 10% with employee contribution.
- Training and development opportunities
- Regular wellbeing initiatives.
This role is hybrid and you’ll be required to be in the office 20% of your contracted hours. The job is based at our UK head office, the Living Planet Centre in Woking, Surrey. The Living Planet Centre is one of the greenest buildings in the UK, and you’ll hot desk among trees and gardens.
About WWF-UK
We’re a global conservation charity with hundreds of projects around the world and millions of supporters.
At WWF-UK, we’re bringing our world back to life. Protecting what’s left is not enough – we’re now in a race to restore the natural world and prevent catastrophic climate change before it’s too late. And it’s a race we can still win.
We’re courageous and passionate about fighting for the future we want to see – a world where people and nature can thrive.
We were born out of passion and science, and for more than 60 years we’ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We operate with integrity, collaboratively and with respect for those we work alongside.
How to apply and the recruitment process
Please click on the link and apply via our website by completing the application form and submitting a copy of your up-to-date CV and a supporting statement to highlight what makes you a good fit for us.
Our policies and benefits reflect the importance of people being able to have a good work-life balance and being able to bring their ‘full self’ to work.
Contracted Weekly Hours:37.5. Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.
Contract type:12 months
Salary: £24,258 per year
Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays per annum
Location: Based in Bournemouth, for regular travel across BCP with travel across Dorset likely. Hybrid working option when not on visits.
International Care Network (ICN) is a Christian charity whose aim is to help to rebuild the lives of asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants. The resettlement team work closely with local authorities and other organisations to support families on government resettlement schemes to find their feet, build healthy relationships, and successfully integrate into our community. We are looking for an experienced support worker (ideally one to be a male, but open to all applicants) to support individuals and families under all relevant government resettlement schemes (predominantly Afghan, but not limited to), who have been resettled in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) and Dorset. ICN provides benefits to staff including:
- Company pension scheme.
- Travel costs paid for at 45p per mile, not including travel to and from work.
- Staff welfare opportunities including socials and access to external clinical supervision.
- Training opportunities relevant to role.
ICN will seek to ensure that all existing and potential employees are given equal opportunities. We are committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in our employment policies and practices. Our aim is to promote diversity so that no employee or potential employee will be subject to unlawful or unfair discrimination because of gender, age, marital or civil partnership status, colour, race, nationality or other ethnic or national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity or membership or non-membership of a trade union or political beliefs. We will seek to ensure that no applicant for employment is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be justified.
ICN take the safeguarding of service users, staff and volunteers very seriously, with a robust safeguarding policy and process in place. As part of this ICN are committed to developing a safe culture ensuring that all steps are taken to recruit staff and volunteers who are safe to work with our service users and staff, including requiring relevant DBS checks to be taken for roles working with children and/or vulnerable adults.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
On The Water Project Coordinator
Location: Homebased / Remote with regular travel to Birmingham, London and Edinburgh
Contract: Fixed term until 31st December 2025, full time 35hrs per week
Salary: £32,250 gross per annum
Closing Date: Monday 21 April 2025
Interview: Interviews to be held on Friday 2 April
Are you looking for a new opportunity?
The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is a vibrant and growing charity delivering life changing nautical adventure for young people through the Sea Cadets to give them the best possible head start in life. We also provide personal and professional development opportunities for seafarers with the Marine Society. Working with our staff, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a vision and five-year strategy to take us forward and further improve the astounding contribution already made through our work to the lives of thousands of young people and seafarers, while fully supporting our volunteers who are vital to our success.
We are currently looking for an On The Water Project Coordinator to join our team.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to lead on an externally funded outreach project providing hard to reach young people with the opportunity to try free boating sessions over the summer holidays.
This is a very varied and rewarding role that requires someone who is self-motivated, organised, creative, tenacious, positive and IT competent with experience in project management.
You need to be able to motivate and inspire your project team, ensuring that the project is on target through continuous monitoring and evaluation. The On The Water Project Coordinator will be responsible for the line management of 3 fixed-term Project Assistants.
Whilst this role is homebased for the majority of the time, it requires the post holder to travel to each of the locations intensively throughout the 5 week delivery period, as well as regular travel for both the planning and evaluation periods. Travel expenses are covered as part of the role.
Responsibilities
Coordinate and ensure the delivery of the On the Water project.
- To manage the temporary Project Assistants at Royal Docks, Midlands and Port Edgar Boat Stations
- Work with the Project Assistants and Growth and Development Workers to enable the effective recruitment of young people, particularly those facing difficulties or disadvantage to the project through recruitment and referrals from local authorities, schools and other relevant bodies
- Devise, plan and implement systems to record and report on the project’s activity, progress and outcomes
- Manage the budget in accordance with the agreed expenditure targets, ensuring that accurate records are maintained
- Ensure the safe and smooth running of delivery in line with all internal policies
- Manage the evaluation, wrap up and future planning of the project
- Ensure the project meets it's targets and funders have timely and accurate reports
- Develop robust monitoring and booking systems and ensure they are rolled out, understood, and used across all 3 sites
Requirements
- Experience of working with young people or community development in a wide variety of community groups
- Experience of planning, delivering and evaluating projects and/or activities
- Proven leadership skills
- Building partnerships
- Excellent internal and external stakeholders skills
- Line management responsibility
- Full Driving Licence
Desirable
- Qualification in Project Management
- Line management of a remote team
Benefits
- Flexible Working hours and a hybrid culture
- Cycle to work scheme and Season Ticket Loan
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Life assurance (4x salary) for those that join the pension
- Private medical insurance
- Pension (employer contribution up to 10%)
- Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling
- Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential.
If you are interested in this On The Water Project Coordinator vacancy, please apply now!
Additional Information
MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer.
We recognise our responsibilities to safeguard and protect the young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We do all we can to promote their health, safety and wellbeing, and we expect our staff to share this commitment and work in line with safeguarding policy, the MSSC’s values and ethos of inclusivity. We adhere to safer recruitment practices and therefore employment is subject to detailed pre-employment checks for successful candidates, including references and criminal disclosure checks and the completion of a disclosure questionnaire.
All successful applicants are required to attend safeguarding training and undergo a criminal record check.
We help launch young people for life through adventure.




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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.
Due to the success of our delivery we are looking for Advocates to join our team in the Lanarkshire area. 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
This is an exciting opportunity for Advocates to join and shape this service covering Lanarkshire Your role will require you to travel to locations such as clients’ homes and within community settings across the area to meet with clients and professionals. You will be home based for administration; therefore, access to your own transportation and a suitable home internet connection is essential.
About you
Desirably you will have some experience of working in advocacy, or providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults who have support needs, ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing 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.
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
Flexible working
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.
How to apply
To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form.
Important Dates:
Closing date for applications; Midnight on 11th April, however, VoiceAbility 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.
Want to know more about VoiceAbility and the role?
Please visit the vacancy page on our website
We look forward to hearing from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.