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JOB TITLE: Lead Youth Services Worker (Northern Ireland)
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director, Northern Ireland
HOURS OF WORK: 25 hours a week (flexible with some evenings)
LOCATION: Office based, with travel across Northern Ireland.
DURATION: Fixed Term – 5 Years
SALARY / GRADE: Grade 5 (£30,738 - £33,921 FTE)
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
•Adopted Young People in Northern Ireland
• Director Northern Ireland & Northern Ireland staff
• Wider AUK youth staff
•Representative staff from educational establishments.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
To develop, implement and evaluate the Banter Project youth service in partnership with adopted young people in Northern Ireland. These young people range in age from 14-25 years and live throughout Northern Ireland. The role will primarily work with the project participants, but has additional relationships with community organisations, educational establishments and employers to ensure that all project goals and outcomes are efficiently and effectively met.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- To lead the development and delivery of all elements of the Banter Project adopted young people’s service within Northern Ireland in a fun, interactive, interesting and an ability appropriate manner.
- To support the project participants to play an active role in the design and implementation of a programme of monthly activities for adopted young people. Sustaining and developing a monthly social hub, supporting the development of basic life-skills, and preparation for opportunities in further education, training, employment.
- To support a Youth Advisory Group (YAG) in its role to enable adopted young people to steer the Banter Project while developing skills which promote independence, personal development, social and life skills, leadership, and community involvement.
- To organise and supervise the work of the Youth Services Support Worker to deliver the Banter Project.
- To provide opportunities to connect with, and signpost to, relevant services, particularly those who work with care experienced young people.
- To develop and implement robust monitoring and evaluation to review individual goals, track progress and impact, via data and analysis of outcomes to assess effectiveness and areas for improvement.
- To record service activity using the electronic data management systems to collate in preparation for reporting and learning opportunities.
- To gather output and outcome data from the Banter Project service in accordance with the quality assurance systems within AUK.
- Work with other staff members to deliver a high-quality project for our adopted young people and their adoptive parents. Work as part of a team to contribute to a positive work environment and shared goals.
- To attend internal and external training/meetings as appropriate, to remain connected with broader adoption issues, relevant policies, working practices, and network with other youth work providers in Northern Ireland.
- To engage in supervision and professional development.
Adoption UK is the leading charity for adopted and care experienced people and adoptive families.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Team: Retail
Location: Hythe
Work pattern: 14 hours on a rota basis (to include weekends)
Salary:Up to £8,977.77 per annum
Contract: Permanent
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Assistant Shop Manager:
- To assist the Shop Manager to maximise shop income and profitability through the safe day-to-day operational management of shop activity and key performance indicators, to support the work of Cats Protection
- To act as brand ambassador for Cats protection, being a role model for the values and behaviours of the Charity, taking responsibility for the shop operation in the absence of the Shop Manager.
About the retail team:
- Our retail operation consists of over 80 charity shops
- Each of our shops has its own charm and personality due to our dedicated volunteers and colleagues. From vintage jewellery and jigsaws to harps and handbags, whether our customers are looking for that 'must have' item or simply a 'missing piece'.
What we’re looking for in our Assistant Shop Manager:
- Demonstrable learning and experience from working in a relevant retail environment
- Experience and/or understanding of working to sales targets
- Experience of cash reconciliation and financial controls
- Ability to motivate and manage a team of employees and volunteers
What we can offer you:
- range of health benefits
- 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
- and much more, which you can learn about
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Application closing date: 4th January 2026
Virtual interview date: Week commencing 12th January 2026
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
- Anonymised application form
- Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Caretaker to join our friendly School Business Support Team. This is a key role in ensuring our school remains a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.
You'll take pride in maintaining our excellent facilities—including classrooms, sensory and soft-play rooms, playgrounds, and wellbeing garden—while ensuring health, safety, and security standards are met at all times.
About The Rise School
The Rise School opened in September 2014 under the government's free school programme by the Ambitious about Autism Schools Trust. Our mission is to prepare pupils for success beyond school—academically, socially, and emotionally.
We currently educate pupils aged 9 to 19 years, across our Feltham Primary and Secondary site and our Sixth Form in Isleworth. With small class sizes, a broad curriculum, and a strong focus on wellbeing, The Rise School provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where every learner can thrive.
Key Responsibilities
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Carry out general site maintenance, minor repairs, and DIY projects.
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Ensure the school buildings and grounds are safe, clean, and well maintained.
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Act as a key holder, managing site security, alarms, and out-of-hours access.
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Support the setup and clear-down of rooms for school events and meetings.
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Monitor and maintain heating, water, and energy systems.
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Carry out routine health and safety checks, fire alarm tests, and record keeping.
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Provide porterage and cleaning duties as required.
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Maintain the school minibus, ensuring it is safe and presentable.
About You
You'll be a reliable and practical individual with a strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail. You'll enjoy taking initiative, problem-solving, and contributing to the smooth running of our school community.
We're looking for someone who:
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Has experience in a caretaking, maintenance, or site management role.
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Understands health and safety requirements in a school or similar setting.
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Is confident carrying out basic repairs and maintenance.
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Can work independently and as part of a supportive team.
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Is flexible and able to respond to the varied needs of a busy school.
Why Join Us?
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A positive, inclusive school culture with a clear purpose.
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Supportive colleagues and strong leadership.
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Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
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The chance to make a real difference every day to the lives of young people.
Closing Date- Monday 5th january 2026
Interview Date- Week beginning Monday 12th January 2026
Start Date- February 2026
Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.
Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
We stand with autistic children and young people, champion their rights and create opportunities.
This role is offered on a full-time basis (37.5 hours, 5 days per week), but we’re also open to applications from candidates who would like to work part-time (4 days / 80%).
Start date: We’re hoping for someone who can join us as soon as possible, though we can offer some flexibility for the right candidate.
If you’re passionate about securing justice and protection for the world’s most vulnerable children, thrive in political environment, and have the skills to build powerful advocacy movements, this is your opportunity to lead bold and impactful advocacy at War Child UK.
As our Advocacy Lead, you’ll play a key role in driving for children affected by conflict. This is an opportunity to be at the forefront of influencing the UK Government, ensuring that decision-makers take meaningful action to protect and support children globally affected by war and conflict.
You’ll lead War Child UK’s political engagement, forging influential relationships with MPs, civil servants, think tanks and parliamentary groups, ensuring that children’s voices are heard where it matters most. It’s essential that you’re skilled at building and managing long-term relationships with senior parliamentarians, influencing policymakers, and engaging government officials to drive meaningful policy change. With a strategic approach, you’ll mobilise cross-party support, help shape public campaigns to mobilise public action and support and push for tangible action and increased resources for children in conflict zones.
Working alongside a committed and high-performing team, you’ll ensure that War Child UK’s policy and advocacy priorities resonate across government, parliament, the media, social channels and the wider public.
This role offers an incredible platform to make a tangible difference at a time of unprecedented need. Join us in standing up for children affected by war and help create a future where no child’s life is torn apart by conflict.
Below are some of the experiences and qualities we’re looking for. You can read the full job advert on our website.
- A track record of delivering tangible outcomes in advocacy, public affairs, particularly within the UK Government and Parliament, ideally within an international development and/or humanitarian context.
- Demonstrable examples of building and managing long term relationships with senior parliamentarians and engaging and influencing policymakers, government officials, and other MPs to achieve policy change.
- A record of creating ambitious advocacy strategies that tangibly advance organisational objectives.
- Experience of successfully engaging with Parliamentarians from across the political spectrum to secure speeches in parliament, interventions, oral and written questions, EDMs, secure debates and other parliamentary procedures.
- Strong understanding of UK political systems, parliamentary processes, and key government departments (e.g., FCDO, Home Office, MOD).
- Demonstrated ability to build strategic relationships with civil society organisations, coalitions, and political stakeholders.
- Experience working on public campaigns to further advocacy objectives.
What we can offer you
At War Child, we genuinely value different ways of working. From day one, we’re open to discussing flexible options, including hybrid working and flexible hours. Our goal is to support our employees to do their best work while ensuring we continue to deliver for children affected by conflict. Some of our benefits include:
- Flexible working culture and flexible public holidays 28 days annual leave (pro-rata), plus bank holidays, which increases by one day per year on your work anniversary, up to a maximum of 33 days.
- Pension - 5% employer contribution (increasing to 6% after one year’s service), with minimum employee contribution.
- Health and wellbeing - employees may take advantage of a healthcare cash plan, a GP 24/7 helpline, cancer cover, and a range of wellbeing initiatives and training.
- All employees have access to free, confidential one-to-one wellbeing consultations with trained counsellors.
This role offers an incredible opportunity to make a tangible difference at a time of unprecedented need. Join us in standing up for children affected by war and help create a future where no child’s life is torn apart by conflict.
No child should be a part of war. Ever.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Ambitious College is growing, and we are excited to be recruiting a Learning Support Coordinator to join our dedicated team in Isleworth. We are looking for a dynamic, confident, and compassionate professional who is committed to helping autistic young people thrive.
As part of our transdisciplinary team, you will play a key role in supporting learners to achieve outstanding educational and personal outcomes.
Ambitious College is an award-winning specialist further education provision for autistic young people aged 16–25, and is rated ‘Good' by Ofsted. We believe every young person deserves a fulfilling, meaningful, and happy life. Our learner-centred approach focuses on wellbeing, independence, and preparing each young person for their next steps—whether that's employment, further study, or active participation in their community.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership
- Lead, coach, and inspire a team of Learning and Behaviour Specialists, ensuring exceptional support for every learner.
High-Quality Programme Delivery
- Oversee the delivery of personalised, evidence-based programmes that reflect each learner's needs, strengths, and aspirations.
Care and Support Excellence
- Maintain the highest standards of care and safeguarding, ensuring all practices and protocols are followed consistently
What We Offer
- A supportive, collaborative environment where your contribution is valued.
- Ongoing professional development and clear pathways for career progression.
- The opportunity to make a genuine and lasting difference in the lives of autistic young people.
If you are passionate about inclusive education and ready to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.
Join Ambitious College—and empower autistic young people to achieve their full potential. Apply today.
Closing Date: 5th January 2026
Start Date: February 2026
Interview Date: week beginning 12th January 2026
Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.
Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
We stand with autistic children and young people, champion their rights and create opportunities.
Circa £47,000 per annum
Full-time, Permanent
Part Home/Part Office 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 the Events and Experiences Lead, leading the Events and Experiences Team.
The role is responsible for delivering an exciting programme of in-person touch-points that engage multiple targeted audiences to steward existing partners and reach new audiences to inspire with UNICEF’s work. The role will also manage two members of the Events and Experience team directly to nurture talent and lead by example. Ideally the candidate will also have a solid understanding of creating and maintaining income-generating partnerships.
The successful candidate will have experience of delivering income and end-to-end large event management. They will have proven experience in innovating in-person engagement offerings that deepen and lengthen donor/supporter engagement. They will be able to evidence effectively working in large complex organisations delivering across multiple projects and events. An innovative, creative approach is desired and an ability to work in a collaborative environment is essential.
Act now and visit the website via the apply button to apply online.
Closing date: 9am, Wednesday 7 January 2026.
Interview date: Thursday 15 January 2026 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.

Hybrid. Your work address will be our office in the Liverpool City Region. Regular in-person presence here or at partner sites, one to two days per week, is essential to this role.
As our Senior Service Designer you will lead and deliver place-based change work at Capacity, with a specific focus on the Fundamental Voices programme and on growing service design practice across a portfolio of projects. In this role, you will combine hands-on service design practice with design leadership.
You’ll be supporting the delivery of Fundamental Voices, a five-year system-change initiative from Capacity and the National Lottery Community Fund, designed to transform how children, young people and families influence the design and delivery of public services.
Leading in a in a relational, inclusive, and developmental way, as Senior Service Designer you will:
• Have strong hands-on user-centred design skills across the full design lifecycle, including discovery, definition, prototyping, and testing
• Ensure every project begins with robust discovery, drawing on lived experience insight, stakeholder research, data analysis, and policy or desk research as appropriate
• Support clients and partners to navigate uncertainty, identify strategic choices and make informed decisions in complex environments.
• Have experience supporting colleagues or partners to build confidence and capability in service design and co-production approaches.
See our job pack for a full job description.
What we need
• Strong hands-on service design skills across discovery, definition, prototyping, and testing, with the ability to
translate insight into tangible concepts.
• Ability to lead and communicate design strategy across teams, organisations, and portfolios, ensuring
alignment with organisational vision and system-change goals.
• Experience delivering design and co-production with children, young people, families, or other marginalised groups.
• Experience leading or influencing design practice across multiple projects or portfolios.
• Experience applying user-centred and participatory design methods to system-change initiatives.
See our job pack for a full person specification.
The extras
• For full time roles: 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). If you’re coming to us with up to 33 days annual leave, we’ll match it.
• 2 Capacity bank holidays per annum.
• Flexible working (including majority working from home).
• Free eye-tests, vouchers for glasses.
• Scottish Widows Pension Scheme, matched up to 6%.
• Funded health support including counselling, physiotherapy etc.
• Holiday buy-back scheme (up to 5 per annum).
• Team days and socials. Free lunches (yes there is such a thing).
• A great team to work with (but we would say that).
To Apply
For further information please visit our portal via the apply button, where you can download our job pack and apply!
Closing date Midnight, Sunday 18th January 25.
Join Spectra in making a real difference. We’re seeking a passionate and proactive Outreach Coordinator for the Sex Worker Support Service (SWSS) to coordinate outreach activities, line manage a dedicated team of outreach staff, and strengthen partnerships that support sex workers across London. This role is central to delivering holistic health and wellbeing support, championing lived experience, and driving service innovation in a dynamic, inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Coordinate and deliver outreach activities within the Sex Worker Support Service (SWSS), ensuring services meet community needs and support ongoing development.
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Oversee health and wellbeing programs, enabling access to appropriate support and resources for service users.
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Manage and support the outreach team, including line management, recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance monitoring.
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Build and maintain partnerships with local providers and agencies to strengthen referral pathways, share information, and promote training opportunities.
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Ensure effective monitoring and reporting, including data collection, case audits, and contributing to high-quality evaluation and service improvement.
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Represent Spectra and liaise with stakeholders, centering lived experience in service design and delivery while safeguarding and promoting community engagement.
Skills and Qualities:
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Leadership & Collaboration: Ability to manage and support a diverse team, build strong stakeholder relationships, and lead projects with a proactive, solution-focused approach.
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Knowledge & Values: Strong understanding of safeguarding, diversity, and LGBTQ+ issues, with a non-judgemental attitude and commitment to equity and inclusion.
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Communication & Organisation: Excellent project management, time management, and communication skills, with the ability to analyse data, write reports, and engage communities effectively.
Location: This role will be hybrid with a requirement to be based at Spectra’s office in Vauxhall at least twice a month.
Please complete and return the application form from our website, including the personal statement and diversity monitoring form – we do not accept CVs or incomplete applications.
The deadline for applications is 5pm on 8th January.
Interviews will be held from 15th to 22nd January 2026 at Spectra’s office in Vauxhall.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Are you passionate about inclusive music making and supporting adults with learning disabilities to express themselves creatively? Do you enjoy bringing people together through rhythm, sound and shared experiences?
Stepping Stones Learning and Leisure is a small and welcoming Southwark charity that supports adults with learning disabilities to live connected, confident and fulfilling lives. We offer creative, social and practical sessions throughout the week. Music plays an important role in promoting positive wellbeing, and helps people build confidence, try new things, and feel part of a community.
We are looking for a friendly and engaging Music Facilitator to lead our weekly music sessions. You will encourage participants to explore a range of instruments, express themselves and enjoy the experience of making music together. Our groups include adults with a wide range of learning disabilities so sessions must be accessible, adaptable and delivered with flexibility and patience.
About the Role
As our Freelance Music Facilitator, you will plan and deliver inclusive sessions that may include:
- exploring different instruments
- rhythm and percussion activities
- creative music making
- group interaction and confidence building
- simple performance or sharing moments
You will also complete required paperwork including Individual Learning Plans, course outlines, schemes of work and track progress across each term.
What We Are Looking For
- Experience working with adults with learning disabilities
- Experience leading music sessions or creative workshops
- Confidence using a variety of instruments
- Ability to plan accessible, engaging activities for mixed ability groups
- Friendly communication skills and a patient, encouraging approach
- Reliable, organised, and able to manage the routine administrative tasks involved in lesson delivery
Once you have read the job description attached, please send your CV and answer the following questions when prompted:
Why are you interested in facilitating music sessions with Stepping Stones, and what do you hope to bring to the role?
Please outline your experience planning and delivering creative, structured sessions. How do you balance fun, accessibility and participant growth?
Empowering adults with learning disabilities to lead fulfilling, connected lives through opportunities shaped by their ideas and aspirations.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Wildlife Fundraiser
No experience necessary!
Ready for a Role that’s Rewarding, Challenging - and Never Dull? Are you passionate about nature? Do you have the confidence to strike up conversations with strangers and inspire them to take action?
If you're looking for a job that’s meaningful, dynamic, and gives you a story to tell every single day - this might be exactly what you’re looking for.
If you don’t have fundraising experience… don’t worry, this is an entry-level role and full training will be provided! A company van is just one of the amazing benefits you will receive as part of your role… so apply today!
We are currently recruiting for Fundraisers in Omagh. Please only apply if you are able to reach this location within an hours drive from your home post code.
Position: Wildlife Fundraiser Omagh
Ref: DEC20258260
Location: Omagh
Salary: £25,847.00 - £27,549.00 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Sun, 28th Dec 2025. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any stage once we have made a hire.
The Role
This is not your average 9-5.
Each day you’ll:
- Use your company van (with fuel and parking covered) to travel to venues in your area.
- Set up an eye-catching, informative fundraising stand.
- Engage members of the public in meaningful conversations about conservation.
- Inspire them to become members through regular direct debit support.
You’ll be a visible, passionate ambassador for nature - often outdoors, often on your feet, and often outside your comfort zone. This role takes grit, resilience, and the ability to bounce back after a tough day. But for those who thrive on purpose and people, it can be deeply fulfilling.
We’ll Set You Up for Success
- Full training provided - no wildlife knowledge needed!
- Salary-based role (not commission-based) with set income stability.
- Company van included for business use, with all expenses covered.
- Generous 34 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays), plus sabbatical opportunities
What do current employees say about this fantastic position?
‘Securing a membership is always a great feeling that stays with you. Being able to talk about things you are passionate about and learn a lot about wildlife is a real plus.’ Fun, challenging, requires resilience, great colleagues.’ - Membership Fundraiser - Current Employee
But it's not just about the benefits – it's about the impact you'll make. Join a team that's dedicated to preserving nature and inspiring others to do the same. Your role will be pivotal in driving positive change, and you'll have the support of a diverse and inclusive community every step of the way.
About You
What we need from you:
- A passion for people and a belief in the power of conservation (we’ll teach you the rest!)
- Resilience: the ability to face rejection and keep going with positivity.
- Confidence speaking to strangers and working towards clear targets.
- A full UK driving licence.
- Availability to work 3 out of 4 weekends in any given month.
- Willingness to travel up to an hour from home each way every day.
- Comfortable working outdoors and often alone.
- Fundraising, sales, or customer service experience.
Induction and training provided at RSPB HQ, Sandy, Bedfordshire (travel and accommodation is covered).
Please note, you will be required to travel to the HQ in Sandy, Bedfordshire during your induction. For a full list of induction dates please refer to the attached recruitment pack. We will cover all associated costs for travel and accommodation. Full training and support will be provided.
If you’re looking for more than just a job - something that challenges you, inspires you, and lets you make a real-world impact - apply now! You will be asked to upload your CV and complete a short online application form once you select 'apply'. Please use the cover letter section in the application form to tell us why you are best suited for this role.
Additional information
We are looking for starters to join the team across the next few months. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to the dedicated Resourcing Advisor once you click to apply.
This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
The Charity is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Please note that we are actively recruiting for this vacancy and reserve the right to close once sufficient applications have been received.
The charity are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse organisation, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve this vision of creating a world richer in nature, the team need more people on nature's side and more diverse people. People of colour and disabled people are underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sectors. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. You can contact the team to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.
Before applying for this role, we recommend reading through the candidate guidance notes once you have been redirected. #INDNFP
Please note: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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!
Harrogate Homeless Project
Support Worker job advert
Harrogate Homeless Project is seeking to recruit a Support Worker to join the Client Services Team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing team and to have the opportunity to make a real difference to our work.
The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of our hostel, Springboard reception and flats. As part of a team, help meet our clients’ personal, social, learning, work and housing needs to meet HPP’s objectives.
We are looking for someone to give person-centred support for clients in a welcoming, safe, non-discriminatory and non-judgmental environment.If you have a passion for making a difference to homelessness in Harrogate, then we would love to hear from you.
This is a full-time position consisting of 37.5 hours a week. There will be a weekly shift pattern to cover our hours of operation from 7.30am to 8.30pm. Some flexibility is required to vary working hours to cater to client needs and assisting them with their appointments. The salary for the post is £24,250 and after a 6-month probationary period will rise to £24,750. A pay increase is pending in April.
This position will be based across our two sites – Hostel, Bower Street, Harrogate, HG1 5BQ and Springboard, Lower Hall Wesley Centre, Oxford Street, Harrogate, HG1 1PP.
Join us and help shape the future of homelessness support in the Harrogate district.
Closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 9th January 2025, with interviews taking place week commencing 12th January. If you wish to apply for this post please forward a CV along with a supporting statement, showing how your experience fits with the job description and person specification this is available in the vacancies section of our website.
About Us:
Harrogate Homeless Project provides people experiencing homelessness with a safe place to stay and the support they need to build confidence and move towards independent living.
Company Benefits – • A supportive team environment • Opportunities for career advancement, • 33 days holiday (inc bank holidays) • Healthcare package • Travel benefits • Workplace pension scheme.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
The Woodfield Project is a vibrant, community-focused charity responsible for The Woodfield Pavilion - a beautifully refurbished sports pavilion located near the north-eastern corner of Tooting Bec Common. Today, the Pavilion serves as a lively community hub, offering events and activities that: support social wellbeing; bring the local community together; and encourage appreciation and care for the surrounding natural environment.
Purpose and scope of role
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and energetic Pavilion Manager with the skills and experience to help drive forward our mission of ensuring that the Pavilion serves as a vital resource for local communities and groups and to actively encourage participation from members and volunteers who share our passion for making a difference. The Trustee Board provides governance and strategic leadership for the charity. The Pavilion Manager will oversee the day-to-day running of the building and plan and deliver an engaging programme of community events and activities, as well as seeking to develop new activities. The role includes operational management, future planning and ensuring a sustainable income and membership base.
Deadline for applications: 14 January 2025.
For fulll details of the role and how to apply, see the attached job application pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to lead the implementation of the Law Society's wellbeing strategy and champion initiatives that make a real difference to our members. You will build and maintain strategic relationships with external stakeholders, developing partnerships that extend our reach and impact.
You will manage a Wellbeing Manager and work closely with members, partners and internal teams to design and deliver initiatives that help organisations embed healthy and supportive practices across the solicitor profession. Using strong project management and evaluation approaches, you will track outcomes, report on impact and support continuous improvement.
As the organisation's lead wellbeing expert, you will shape resources, partnerships and messaging that promote resilience and psychological safety. This role offers the chance to influence culture and deliver meaningful, evidence based wellbeing support to solicitors.
What we're looking for
We're looking for someone who combines strategic vision with practical delivery. You'll bring:
- proven experience leading wellbeing initiatives within a complex organisation,
- a track record of designing and evaluating wellbeing strategies that deliver measurable outcomes
- exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
- In-depth knowledge of wellbeing issues such as mental health, stress, and psychological safety
- strong project management, analytical, and organisational skills.
- Emotional intelligence, adaptability, and a proactive, positive approach
What's in it for you
This is an excellent opportunity to work with contemporary thinkers in a progressive membership organisation. You will join a respected brand known for legal expertise and a strong commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and a culture of trust, clarity, excellence and respect. You will help shape the future of wellbeing in the legal profession, working alongside passionate colleagues in a collaborative environment.
First round interviews for shortlisted candidates will be held online on 12 January 2026.
We offer hybrid working with a baseline of two days a week in our Chancery Lane office and a monthly in person team day, along with a generous benefits package and a friendly, professional working environment. We welcome applications from those seeking flexible or alternative working patterns and will consider these on a case by case basis.
Please note: if you are an internal applicant, Pay Policy will apply.
If you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Polly Williams on .
Wildlife Fundraiser
No experience necessary!
Ready for a Role that’s Rewarding, Challenging - and Never Dull? Are you passionate about nature? Do you have the confidence to strike up conversations with strangers and inspire them to take action?
If you're looking for a job that’s meaningful, dynamic, and gives you a story to tell every single day - this might be exactly what you’re looking for.
If you don’t have fundraising experience… don’t worry, this is an entry-level role and full training will be provided! A company van is just one of the amazing benefits you will receive as part of your role… so apply today!
We are currently recruiting for Fundraisers in Ballymena. Please only apply if you are able to reach this location within an hours drive from your home post code.
Position: Wildlife Fundraiser Ballymena
Ref: DEC20258257
Location: Ballymena
Salary: £25,847.00 - £27,549.00 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Sun, 28th Dec 2025. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any stage once we have made a hire.
The Role
This is not your average 9-5.
Each day you’ll:
- Use your company van (with fuel and parking covered) to travel to venues in your area.
- Set up an eye-catching, informative fundraising stand.
- Engage members of the public in meaningful conversations about conservation.
- Inspire them to become members through regular direct debit support.
You’ll be a visible, passionate ambassador for nature - often outdoors, often on your feet, and often outside your comfort zone. This role takes grit, resilience, and the ability to bounce back after a tough day. But for those who thrive on purpose and people, it can be deeply fulfilling.
We’ll Set You Up for Success
- Full training provided - no wildlife knowledge needed!
- Salary-based role (not commission-based) with set income stability.
- Company van included for business use, with all expenses covered.
- Generous 34 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays), plus sabbatical opportunities
What do current employees say about this fantastic position?
‘Securing a membership is always a great feeling that stays with you. Being able to talk about things you are passionate about and learn a lot about wildlife is a real plus.’ Fun, challenging, requires resilience, great colleagues.’ - Membership Fundraiser - Current Employee
But it's not just about the benefits – it's about the impact you'll make. Join a team that's dedicated to preserving nature and inspiring others to do the same. Your role will be pivotal in driving positive change, and you'll have the support of a diverse and inclusive community every step of the way.
About You
What we need from you:
- A passion for people and a belief in the power of conservation (we’ll teach you the rest!)
- Resilience: the ability to face rejection and keep going with positivity.
- Confidence speaking to strangers and working towards clear targets.
- A full UK driving licence.
- Availability to work 3 out of 4 weekends in any given month.
- Willingness to travel up to an hour from home each way every day.
- Comfortable working outdoors and often alone.
- Fundraising, sales, or customer service experience.
Induction and training provided at RSPB HQ, Sandy, Bedfordshire (travel and accommodation is covered).
Please note, you will be required to travel to the HQ in Sandy, Bedfordshire during your induction. For a full list of induction dates please refer to the attached recruitment pack. We will cover all associated costs for travel and accommodation. Full training and support will be provided.
If you’re looking for more than just a job - something that challenges you, inspires you, and lets you make a real-world impact - apply now! You will be asked to upload your CV and complete a short online application form once you select 'apply'. Please use the cover letter section in the application form to tell us why you are best suited for this role.
Additional information
We are looking for starters to join the team across the next few months. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to the dedicated Resourcing Advisor once you click to apply.
This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
The Charity is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Please note that we are actively recruiting for this vacancy and reserve the right to close once sufficient applications have been received.
The charity are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse organisation, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve this vision of creating a world richer in nature, the team need more people on nature's side and more diverse people. People of colour and disabled people are underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sectors. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. You can contact the team to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.
Before applying for this role, we recommend reading through the candidate guidance notes once you have been redirected. #INDNFP
Please note: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Lead innovative programmes that strengthen social cohesion and create lasting change. Join Belong and help communities thrive across the UK.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in delivering impactful, evidence-based programmes that bring people together and foster inclusion. As Belong enters its next phase of growth, we are expanding our reach and deepening our impact. The Programme Lead will be at the heart of this journey, shaping and delivering high-quality initiatives that respond to local needs and drive systemic change.
About Belong
Belong – The Cohesion and Integration Network is the UK’s leading not-for-profit organisation focused on building a more united and less divided society. We work with communities, local authorities, and national partners to strengthen trust, belonging, and resilience. Through place-based programmes, research, policy influence, and thought leadership, we help create stronger, kinder, and more connected communities. Our growing membership spans local authorities, charities, civil society, and businesses. Belong is collaborative, evidence-led, and committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
The Role
As Programme Lead, you will design and deliver innovative programmes that make a measurable difference to communities. You will lead the development of local strategies, co-create solutions with partners, and ensure programmes are inclusive, impactful, and aligned with Belong’s mission.
Key responsibilities include:
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Programme Design and Delivery
- Lead the delivery of Belong’s local programmes, ensuring they are evidence-based and responsive to community needs.
- Design and facilitate workshops, training sessions, and community engagement activities.
- Apply strong research methods, including desk-based analysis, surveys, and social media insights.
- Manage programme budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure effective delivery.
- Monitor and evaluate programme outcomes, producing reports and insights for stakeholders.
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Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, community organisations, funders, and commissioners.
- Co-design programme approaches with partners, ensuring shared ownership and relevance.
- Represent Belong at external events, meetings, and forums to promote our work and build new opportunities.
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Strategic Development
- Contribute to Belong’s organisational strategy through programme innovation and learning.
- Support business development by identifying opportunities, developing proposals, and contributing to bids.
- Share learning and best practice across the organisation to inform future programme development.
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Planning, Delivery, and Risk Management
- Demonstrate strong project management skills, including coordination of deliverables and budget tracking.
- Conduct risk assessments and map risks and opportunities to ensure programme success.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys working collaboratively, and is passionate about creating lasting change in communities.
About You
We are seeking a proactive and collaborative programme leader with:
- Proven experience in designing and delivering community-based programmes.
- Experience working in or with local government or voluntary sector organisations.
- Strong facilitation and engagement skills, with familiarity in participatory methods.
- Excellent project management skills and attention to detail.
- Experience in monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
- Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with strong communication skills.
- Relevant qualification in community development, public policy, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of social cohesion and integration issues.
- Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities.
Desirable: Experience in Prevent, PCVE, community tensions, hate crime, or tackling misinformation.
Personal Qualities
- Passionate about improving cohesion and integration in the UK.
- Collaborative and solution-focused.
- Entrepreneurial and proactive in identifying opportunities.
- Practical, focused, and reliable.
- Able to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
- Committed to personal and professional development.
Why Join Us?
At Belong, you’ll be part of a dynamic, values-driven team united by a shared commitment to creating a more inclusive and connected society. We offer:
- 30 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays)
- Hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office)
- Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly policies
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
Join us and help shape programmes that build stronger, kinder, and more connected communities across the UK.
Our office is based in Manchester and we offer hybrid working for those able to travel there. However, this role is open UK-wide and can be worked remotely, with regular travel across England and Wales required.