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We're looking for a passionate, compassionate and resilient Support Worker to join our Learning Disabilities Social Care Service in Kent

£26,228.00 per annum, working 37.5 hours per week.

Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
Our benefits include:
* Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
* A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x Pensionable Salary (T&Cs apply)
* Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
* Fully paid induction programme and further training
* ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
* Online wellbeing resources
* Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution
* Free DBS
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

The working pattern for this role is: - 7.30am-3pm, 2.30pm-10pm, 7.30am-10pm

What you'll do:
* Supporting the customer to undertake a full timetable of preferred activities including sport and leisure activities, attending community groups, visiting local amenities, and introducing them to new activities to expand their horizons and networks;
* Developing the customer's independent living skills and involving them in all aspects of maintaining and developing their home, including cooking, shopping, cleaning and decorating;
* Enabling the customer to keep up with the important people in their life and to meet new people with shared interests;
* Supporting the customer to communicate their wants and needs, and communicating with them in a person-centred way;
* Supporting the customer to manage their anxieties and frustrations, using Positive Behaviour Support and Autism-specific approaches;
* Collating a range of behavioural data and essential paperwork to be analysed within our local management structure;
* Driving the customer to activities using the customer's vehicle, in rotation with the wider team;
* Communicating with family members and a range of other key stakeholders including social work, psychology and commissioning teams;

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

About you:
- Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
- Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour
- Prefers working as part of a group or team
- Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
- Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised
- Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments

What you'll bring:
Essential
? NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
? Minimum 2 years of experience working with customers with Autism/Challenging Behaviour/learning disabilities and supporting them in line with a PBS framework

Desirable
? Has some experience in Trauma Informed care
? Has some experience in working with people with Mental health
? Driving licence and a willingness to drive as part of support duties

About us:

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

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

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

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

Please see our website for full Job Description

Job Role: Procurement Manager – part time

Salary: £24,000 per year (full time equivalent £40,000)

Hours: 22.5 hours per week

Contract type: Fixed term contract – 12 months

Location: Bath

About Alongside:

Alongside is the new name for Julian House. We work with people experiencing social exclusion across the South and West of England, providing outreach, accommodation and support. Our clients may be sleeping rough, fleeing abuse, rebuilding after trauma, leaving prison, recovering from addiction, or trying to settle safely in a new community. Whatever their starting point, we work alongside people to help build safety, stability and independence.

If you’d like a real sense of job satisfaction, great career prospects and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we’re looking for!

About The Role:

As Procurement Manager, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our services are supported by high-quality, cost-effective contracts that deliver real value. You’ll lead on all aspects of procurement, overseeing the end-to-end process, from planning and sourcing through to contract negotiation and ongoing supplier management.

This is a varied and impactful role, where you’ll manage a diverse portfolio of contracts, including areas such as building maintenance, cleaning services, and energy provision. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure compliance, drive efficiencies, and maintain high standards across all services.

You’ll bring a strategic approach to procurement while remaining hands-on, identifying opportunities for improvement, building strong supplier relationships, and ensuring contracts align with organisational values and operational needs. If you’re passionate about delivering value and making a tangible difference behind the scenes, this is an exciting opportunity to do just that.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead and manage end-to-end procurement and tendering processes, ensuring compliance with the Procurement Act for both above and below threshold contracts.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop specifications and tender documentation, while maintaining accurate, auditable records of all procurement activity.
• Oversee procurement systems, and contracts register, ensuring data is up to date, transparent and well-managed.
• Provide expert advice, drive continuous improvement, and ensure all activities deliver value for money while supporting ethical and local sourcing priorities.

Since job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the post holder may be required to undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities

You can view the full job description by clicking here.

What We’re Looking For:

• CIPS Level 4 qualified (minimum) with strong experience in public sector procurement and a solid understanding of the Procurement Act 2023 and full procurement cycle.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to confidently manage and review high volumes of complex documentatio
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail, able to manage time effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

There are many great reasons to join our team!

• Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators
• Wellbeing related support/advice, and up to 6 free counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Programme
• 27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, plus bank holidays - increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment (pro rata for part-time staff)
• 30% staff discount at Julian House charity shops
• 20% staff discount at Julian House bike workshops
• A generous and competitive pension scheme
• A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted

Our Ethos

As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion & Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter.

If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. We accept CVs and applications in all formats.

DBS Checks

We welcome applications from people with lived experience. All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming an employee, the decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role. If you would like to discuss any convictions you may have, please contact the person named in the advert. All information will be dealt with according to our Data Protection Policy.

Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies once the perfect candidate has been found. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible so that you don’t miss out!

Looking for fantastic career progression, excellent training and therapeutic support? Join our committed and professional Team and make a difference to Children living in residential Care.

Salary: £ 34,919 per annum full time 

Shifts: 40 hours per week; shift work between 7am-10pm including weekends, bank holidays and occasional sleep-ins

Sleep-ins: £50 / overtime and bank holidays paid time and half

Location: London, Balham (SW12)

About Us

Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future.

St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man.  We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do.  We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home.

We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong.  We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities.

Visit our website to watch our short video to gain an insight into our working life here at St Christopher’s 

About the Role

As Team Leader, you will be directly involved in managing the home and providing positive support for challenging young people aged 12-17. Whether shift leading or joining in with daily activities, you will also share in the leadership of the team, helping to develop staff by modelling high standards of professionalism. 

St Christopher’s Academy

At St Christopher`s we can offer you a career where you can develop your skills and knowledge while making a difference to young people’s lives.

When you join St Christopher’s, we will set you up in your career with a tailored development plan. Whether you want to move across to a different service, become a Manager or just explore further your current role, we will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. If you want to learn more about St Christopher’s Academy, please visit our website.

Visit our website to check out our staff stories to see how you can develop your career with us

We are proud that 84% of all our Team Leaders, Deputies and Managers are internal promotions. 

The successful candidate will have:

• Desirable professional qualification (CQSW, DipSW, NVQ3), or willingness to undertake Diploma Level 3 for Residential Childcare.
• One years’ experience working at a level of responsibility with children and young people in a residential setting.
• An understanding of the regulatory framework relating to the provision of residential services for children and young people.
• Good understanding of the needs and risks regarding children in care.
• Experience of taking on leadership responsibilities in a teamwork setting.
• Ability to build genuine and trusting relationships with young people maintaining at all times high personal and professional standards.
• Excellent communication and team working skills.

In return we offer:

• Competitive salary.
• A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
• 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
• Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy.
• Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme.
• UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary.
• BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
• Discretionary funded training programs.
• Employee awards based on performance and length of service.
• Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services.

Recruitment Process

At St Christopher’s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.

Applicants will ideally already be on the DBS Update Service; if this is not the case St Christopher's will carry out a DBS (police) check prior to starting.

Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification.

For the full Job Description and Person Specification plese visit our website.

For more information or assistance during the application process, please contact us via our website.

In order for your application to be reviewed, it must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. Please note that CV’s will not be accepted.

We advise to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and this opportunity might be filled before the stated closing date.

It is against the law to apply for work with Children/Young People if you are barred from working in Regulated Activity and if your name is added to a Children Barred List.

All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked.

St Christopher’s Fellowship has a minimum age requirement of 21 for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and semi-independent Homes.

JOB TITLE: Customer Services and Purchasing Coordinator

REPORTING TO: Head of Personal and Organisational Development

Waverley Abbey is a place of prayer, learning, welcome and generous hospitality. Every person who contacts us, visits us, gives to us, attends an event, receives a publication, or simply needs help should experience something of the warmth, care and excellence that we value as an organisation. This role is often one of the first points of contact for supporters, customers, guests, colleagues and suppliers. It is therefore a key part of how we live out Waverley Abbey’s culture of hospitality, excellent customer service and careful stewardship in the everyday details.

Job Purpose The Customer Services and Purchasing Coordinator will provide friendly, efficient and accurate support across customer service, post, donations, purchasing, deliveries, office supplies and practical administration. The postholder will help ensure that people are responded to well, systems are kept up to date, purchases are processed appropriately and the practical flow of day-to-day operations is handled with care. The role requires someone who is organised, calm, helpful and detail-focused, with a genuine desire to serve colleagues and customers well.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Customer service and supporter care

> Provide a warm, professional and helpful response to incoming calls and enquiries, particularly in relation to donations, Every Day with Jesus and general fundraising.

> Listen carefully and respond well to customers and supporters, resolving queries where possible and ensuring they are passed to the right colleague or department when needed.

> Represent Waverley Abbey with warmth and care so that every caller, supporter and customer feels valued and treated with respect.

> Maintain accurate customer and supporter records in Sage CRM, HubSpot and Beacon as appropriate. Donations and financial administration

> Process donations accurately in Beacon and Stripe as appropriate.

> Manage Direct Debits in Access, ensuring records are handled carefully and confidentially.

> Follow agreed processes for handling financial information, donor details and customer records. Post, deliveries and practical coordination

> Open, process and organise incoming post on a daily basis.

> Prepare, pack, record and send outgoing post daily, ensuring items are handled appropriately and on time.

> Receive and coordinate deliveries for Waverley Abbey Trust, ensuring items reach the correct team or location promptly. Purchasing and office support

> Raise and manage purchase orders for the House and the East Wing, including Events and Retreats.

> Support good stewardship by ensuring purchasing is accurate, timely and in line with agreed processes.

> Maintain order in stationery areas so that colleagues have access to the supplies they need.

> Manage the East Wing staff signing in and signing out sheet.

> Assist the Head of People and Organisational Development with East Wing office moves and practical office arrangements as required. Health and safety

 > Check and maintain First Aid supplies in the House and East Wing.

> Undertake any other reasonable duties requested by the line manager in keeping with the nature of the role.

Essential

> A warm, helpful and customer-focused approach, with a commitment to excellent service.

> Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a range of practical and administrative tasks.

> Good attention to detail, especially when handling donations, customer records, post and purchase orders.

> Confidence in speaking with customers, supporters, suppliers and colleagues in a clear and professional way.

> Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and confidence using databases or CRM systems.

> Ability to work calmly and flexibly in a busy environment where priorities may change.

>Discretion and care when handling confidential or sensitive information.

>A positive, team-minded approach and willingness to help where needed.

Desirable

> Experience of working in customer service, supporter care, administration, purchasing or a similar coordination role.

> Experience using systems such as Sage CRM, HubSpot, Beacon, Stripe or Access. >Understanding of charitable giving, donations processing or supporter communications. Our culture and expectations

>At Waverley Abbey, how we do things matters. We are looking for someone who will bring warmth, accuracy, initiative and a servant hearted approach to the role.

Hospitality is not simply the work of one team; it is part of who we are. This role helps set that tone through excellent customer care, thoughtful administration and a willingness to make things work well for others.

> The postholder will be expected to work in a way that reflects Waverley Abbey’s values, contributes positively to team life and supports the wider mission of the organisation. Safeguarding, confidentiality and compliance

> The postholder must follow Waverley Abbey Trust policies and procedures, including those relating to safeguarding, confidentiality, data protection, finance, health and safety and equality. Training will be provided where required.

Caseworker Team Leader

We are seeking a pro-active, organised and detail-focused Team Leader to lead and manage the multi-crime service which supports anyone aged over 18 affected by crime and anti-social behaviour in Avon & Somerset.

We are looking for someone who brings strong people management experience, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to building a supportive and high performing team.

Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change and improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience and adaptability? If yes, then we’d love to hear from you…

Position: 6829 Team Leader Casework

Location: Avon and Somerset/Hybrid

Hours: Full time, 37.5. Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £30,825

Closing Date: 05/08/2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received.

The Role

You’ll lead a staff team, oversee daily case allocations, manage service delivery, strengthen partnerships, and ensure our service meets contractual and quality standards.

As the Team Leader you will:

• Be responsible for case management system audits and reports.
• Be responsible capturing data and information to ensure the work of team is outcome based and evidenced.
• Be responsible for allocating of work levels within and across the wider team and analysing statistics.
• Be responsible for safeguarding quality assurance and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Work with relevant managers to provide input to and ensure excellent delivery of the service.
• Support the team to manage caseloads completing comprehensive impact assessments.
• Be responsible for the line management of team members.
• Promote effective communication channels.

This role is full-time, and is hybrid working both from home and 3 days a week in our office in Bristol (a suitable and confidential workspace at home is required).

About You

You will need:

• An understanding of the Criminal Justice System and the impact of crime on victims and witnesses.
• An understanding of legislation relating to equal opportunities and diversity, inclusivity, safeguarding and risk assessments.
• A practical understanding of the requirement for confidentiality and safe working practice.
• Experience of working in a challenging and changing environment.
• Demonstrable experience of providing crisis management, support and guidance in sometimes stressful and difficult situations to a team with a client service focus.
• Extensive experience of effectively leading and managing a team, monitoring performance and service delivery to meet contractual requirements.
• Strong communication, negotiation and advisory skills.
• The ability to work without direct supervision.
• Substantial IT expertise with the ability to use a range of software.

You can view the full Job Description and Person Specification once you click to apply.

In Return…

Benefits include:

• Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
• Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave and an extra day off for your birthday.
• Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution and enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
• Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
• Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
• Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
• Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
• Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
• Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.

About the Organisation

This independent charity is dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales.  They are at the heart of the organisation and the support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.

The organisation is committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. As a Disability Confident Employer, they will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so and are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.

You may have experience in areas such as Casework, Caseworker, Family Caseworker, Childrens Caseworker, Criminal Justice, Rehabilitation, Offender, Ex Offender, Victim Support Caseworker.

Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.  #INDNFP  

At Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA), we enrich lives through the unique bond between people and horses. Each year, we support over 39,000 disabled children and adults through activities including riding, carriage driving, and equine assisted programmes such as Quiet Corners and Tea with a Pony. We are pioneers in the therapeutic use of horses, leaders in disability sport, and the only major UK charity focused specifically on the health and wellbeing benefits of bringing people and horses together.

We welcome people of all ages and abilities, including those with physical and learning disabilities, sensory impairments, long-term health conditions, and neurodiversity. With 24% of the UK population classified as disabled, we make a lasting impact through the therapeutic power of horses.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: RDA Coach

Reports to:  Centre Manager

Based at: Lowlands Equestrian Centre, Warwickshire

Hours: Flexible working available: This role is advertised as 30 hours per week, Tuesday to                                                          Saturday, but we're happy to consider flexible working patterns. The role can be shared between two or more people, so we'd encourage you to apply even if you can't work all the hours                                            advertised. 

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £24,947

Role Purpose

The RDA Coach is responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of safe, effective, and engaging sessions at Lowlands Equestrian Centre. The Coach role ensures that all sessions meet the needs of disabled riders while maintaining high standards of equine welfare, volunteer support, and compliance with RDA guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

Session Delivery

 · Lead and deliver all ridden sessions, ensuring they are safe, inclusive, and tailored to individual rider needs.

· Lead other activities at the centre when needed.

· Complete session risk assessments and retain responsibility for maintaining safety throughout.

· Take overall responsibility for the effective running of sessions, including setup, delivery, and close-down.

· Ensure all sessions align with RDA standards and best practice.

· Coordination of volunteers to ensure adequate support for participants.

Session Planning

· Plan structured and progressive ridden sessions to support rider development and enjoyment.  

· Adapt session plans to meet the varying abilities and goals of riders.

· Contribute to the overall activity plan, identifying ways to increase efficiency, session quality and volume.

Assessment & Rider Development

 · Carry out rider assessments to facilitate progression and ensure appropriate support is in place.

· Identify when further advice and therapy support are required to assess safety for riders.

· Complete and maintain Risk Assessments (RA) relevant to ridden activities.

· Monitor rider progress and adjust sessions accordingly.

Horse Allocation

In partnership with the Equine Team:

 · allocate suitable horses to riders based on:

o Rider ability and needs

o Horse suitability, fitness, and temperament

· ensure horse workload is appropriate and balanced.

 Record Keeping

 · Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for sessions, including:

o Attendance

o Rider progress and assessments

o Any incidents or concerns

Volunteer Coordination & Training

 · Coordinate volunteers for ridden sessions, ensuring appropriate roles are filled (e.g., side walkers, leaders).

· Provide clear briefings before sessions and debriefs where required.

· Deliver training and guidance to volunteers to ensure safe and effective support during sessions.

· Monitor volunteer performance and safety, identifying any training needs or safety concerns and providing the appropriate support where needed.

Health, Safety & Welfare

· Ensure all sessions operate in line with health and safety requirements and RDA policies.

· Monitor both rider and horse welfare during sessions, taking action where necessary.

· Report and record any incidents or concerns promptly

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

 · Coaching qualification (RDA Coach, BHS Stage 2 Coach or equivalent).

· Experience of delivering ridden sessions, ideally within a therapeutic or educational setting.

· Strong understanding of equine behaviour, welfare, and suitability for ridden work.

· Experience of working with volunteers and coordinating teams.

· Ability to assess rider ability and adapt sessions accordingly.

· Good organisational and record-keeping skills.

· Knowledge of health and safety requirements in an equine environment.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable Criteria

· Experience working within an RDA-approved centre or RDA Group.

· First Aid qualification.

· Safeguarding training.

· Experience of working with individuals with additional needs or disabilities.

Personal Attributes

· Patient, empathetic, and supportive approach.

· Confident leader with the ability to direct sessions effectively.

· Calm and decisive under pressure.

· Highly organised and reliable.

· Commitment to inclusion, accessibility, and high welfare standards.

· Committed to continuously improving coaching practice and development

Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.

Homelessness is rising fast across Britain, and we are seeing unprecedented demand for our services. At this critical time, we are looking for two talented, experienced Senior Media Officers to join the Crisis media team, to help raise the public and political profile of homelessness, to shine a light on the human impact, and to show how Crisis is working to help people rebuild their lives and leave homelessness behind.

Location: Crisis is hiring two Senior Media Officers. One of those will be London (Aldgate) office based and the other role will be based in either our Birmingham, Liverpool or Newcastle office. Working from home is an option in line with Crisis’ Hybrid working policy; you will be required to work from the office twice a week.

About the role

As a Senior Media Officer, you will design, deliver and evaluate impactful media strategies to bring to life Crisis’ work, using print, digital and broadcast journalism to advocate for the solutions needed to tackle homelessness and inspire the public, businesses and politicians to join our mission to end homelessness for good.

You will work as part of a motivated, expert team to develop high-profile media and communications campaigns, including our annual Christmas appeal, and help to build our brand.

With homelessness at record levels there has never been a more critical time to join Crisis and ensure tackling homelessness is firmly on the news agenda.

Each Senior Media Officer will line manage one Media Officer.

About you

You will have significant experience of working in a challenging, fast-paced news and media environment to secure high-profile coverage. The ability to navigate competing priorities and influence senior internal and external stakeholders is essential.
To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate excellent knowledge and experience of working with the media to help secure policy change, demonstrate the ability to secure high-profile consumer media to support income generation and have exceptional news sense, with the ability to take a creative approach when seeking out new media opportunities.

Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.

We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.

Working at Crisis

Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.

Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.

As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:

• A competitive salary. Please note our salaries are fixed to counter inequity and we do not negotiate at offer stage.
• Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.
• Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
• 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
• Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly
• And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)

Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.

When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.

How do I apply?

Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.

Closing date: Sunday 2nd August at 23:59

Interviews will be held in person, W/C 17th August 2026

Interview process: The interview will consist of a competency-based interview + written task

AI in Job Applications

We understand some candidates use AI tools when applying. Whilst we welcome the use of technology to support clear communication and structure, we want to learn more about you, so please ensure that your application reflects your own skills, knowledge and experiences

Accessibility 

We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help. 

Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094 

Are you an experienced IDVA, ready to work with a creative and dynamic team, advocating for women, families and the LGBT+ community who have experienced Domestic Abuse? Then join us to lead a team of specialist caseworkers, supporting survivors to address practical issues and empower them in their recovery!

The RISE Team Leader will be a skilled independent domestic and sexual violence advocate who will oversee a small team of case and group workers as well as managing Helpline volunteers. She will be a qualified IDVA and ISVA or be willing to complete the accreditations in the first six months in post.

She will hold a caseload of her own and coordinate a team providing support and guidance through a range of interventions and support offers working closely with an experienced Manager and other Team Leaders. Together with their team they will build, maintain and create links to deliver survivor-focused, trauma aware/ responsive support to help survivors and their family to cope and recover.

They will be the lead on developing, implementing and coordinating the Helpline, Casework and Projects with day-to-day practice oversight of staff and volunteers. The Team Leader will work co-operatively and flexibly alongside RISE colleagues providing expert input and contributing to the effective running of the organisation as a whole.

This post is subject to a DBS check.

The deadline for applications is: 2nd August 2026

Interviews are expected to be held during the week commencing 10th August 2026

* This post is only open to female applicants as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

The successful candidate will join a highly regarded women-led, women-centred, and trauma-informed charity with almost 30-years track record in violence against women and girls (VAWG) and LGBT Domestic Abuse.

RISE is committed to ending racism and has signed up to the Ending Racism in VAWG commitments.

We are committed to actively holding anti-racist values and practices and nurturing the contributions from Black and minoritised women within the sector so that Black and minoritised leadership can grow.

RISE is a Disability Confident Employer.

Benefits that we can offer in return:

• 3% employer contribution pension.
• Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days’ annual leave rising to 29 after 5 years plus bank holidays.
• Employee Assistance programme.
• Focus on well-being and balancing flexible working alongside RISE’s priorities.
• Committed to training and learning opportunities for continuous development.
• Trauma focussed wellbeing support.

We really look forward to hearing from you.

Job Role: Children’s Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (CIDVA)

Salary: £22,244 per year (£27,805 FTE)

Hours: 30 hours per week

Contract type: Permanent

Location: Banes

Additional information:

• Participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota.
• A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle for work purposes.

About Alongside:

Alongside is the new name for Julian House. We work with people experiencing social exclusion across the South and West of England, providing outreach, accommodation and support. Our clients may be sleeping rough, fleeing abuse, rebuilding after trauma, leaving prison, recovering from addiction, or trying to settle safely in a new community. Whatever their starting point, we work alongside people to help build safety, stability and independence.

If you’d like a real sense of job satisfaction, great career prospects and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we’re looking for!

About the Role:

As a Children and Young People’s Domestic Abuse Advocate (CIDVA), you’ll play a vital and inspiring role in helping young survivors find their voice, rebuild their confidence, and feel truly heard. Working with children and young people aged 5–17 who have experienced domestic abuse, you’ll provide compassionate, tailored support within a safe refuge environment alongside their non-abusive parent.

At the heart of this role is empowering young people, helping them understand their experiences, express themselves, and begin to move forward in a positive way. Through high-quality one-to-one support, you’ll offer guidance, advocacy, and reassurance, ensuring each young person feels supported every step of the way.

You’ll also bring creativity and energy to the role by delivering engaging group programmes focused on building healthy relationships, resilience, and emotional wellbeing. Alongside this, you’ll coordinate meaningful activities and work closely with partner agencies to ensure every child and young person receives the joined-up support they need.

This is a truly rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference - supporting young people at a pivotal time in their lives and helping them build safer, brighter futures.

What you’ll be doing:

Work closely with young survivors to co-produce and deliver personalised support plans that reflect their individual needs, strengths and goals.

Supporting young people as they transition from refuge into independent living, helping to build confidence and stability during resettlement.

Carrying out and regularly reviewing risk assessments to ensure the safety and wellbeing of each young person, in line with safeguarding policies.

Building strong partnerships with external agencies, enabling young people to access wider community resources and receive holistic, wraparound support.

Please note: Job descriptions are not exhaustive, and the successful candidate may occasionally be asked to take on other duties that align with the key responsibilities outlined.

You can view the full job description by clicking here.

What we’re looking for:

Experience of working with children and young people affected by domestic or sexual abuse, with a passion for supporting them to feel safe, heard, and empowered.

A strong understanding of trauma-informed approaches and the impact domestic abuse can have on young people’s wellbeing and development.

A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle for work purposes.

There are many great reasons to join our team!

Access to our Rewards Platform, which includes an Employee Assistance Programme and Health Cash Plan

27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, plus bank holidays - increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment (pro rata for part-time staff)

30% staff discount at our charity shops

A generous and competitive pension scheme

A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted

Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators

For all the fantastic and valuable work, you’ll be doing, you’ll be eligible for the Blue Light Card which offers amazing discounts on thousands of brands

Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators

Our Ethos

As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion & Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter.

If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. We accept CVs and applications in all formats.

DBS Checks

We welcome applications from people with lived experience. All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming an employee, the decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role. If you would like to discuss any convictions you may have, please contact the person named in the advert. All information will be dealt with according to our Data Protection Policy.

Procurement Manager
£53,592 - £60,535 FTE per annum (dependent on experience)
Full time, 35 hours per week
Fixed term contract for ending 31st December 2027*

*This contract has the potential to become permanent.

About the role

London-based contract with the option of hybrid working between the office and home. Please note, the current expectation is that colleagues will travel to the office in London one day per week throughout the year, on specified days agreed with the line manager in advance.

We’re looking for a Procurement Manager to support the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy's Facilities & Operation team leading a pivotal function. This autonomous role is responsible for coordinating procurement activity across the organisation to help deliver value for money for our members, strengthen contract management and build strong supplier relationships. 

Whether you're an experienced Procurement Manager looking for the opportunity to shape and lead a new standalone procurement function, or an experienced procurement professional ready to take the next step into your first Procurement Manager role and develop strong oversight and governance across the organisation, we'd love to hear from you. This role offers the chance of real impact from day one, with the support and encouragement to continue developing your skills and grow into the full scope of the role.

The CSP is a dynamic organisation with an ambitious corporate strategy to increase our support to members and ensure we are fit for purpose as a sector-leading hybrid working organisation. The Procurement Manager is a key appointment offering the opportunity to shape and professionalise procurement across the organisation. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in strengthening governance, achieving savings, and building lasting capability in procurement and contract management, ensuring fit for purpose services are achieved across the Society in a value for money led, well-coordinated way for the benefit of our members, now and in the future. This is particularly important to us as we embark on a multiyear programme of Digital Transformation, which involves reprocuring business critical contracts and embedding positive supplier relationships.

The Facilities & Operations team work as part of the Corporate Services and Infrastructure (CSI) directorate. CSI is a centre for excellence; a collection of professionals leading the CSP in its ambition to be a modern, influential and impactful organisation. Our Charter aligns strongly to the CSP’s values and recognises the connection between our work, that of our colleagues and the care our members provide to patients.

Are you:

• A solutions focused and big picture thinker, who is able to challenge and shape efficiencies across the organisation?
• Driven and passionate about building effective relationships and maximising value for money?
• Able to challenge well and support contract managers development at all levels across the organisation?
• A values-led and trusted people leader with strong technical skills?

If so, we want to hear from you!

Working arrangements

Hybrid working

The CSP operates a hybrid working model, allowing employees to work between their home and the office. While we do not stipulate the number of days in the office, employees decide, through discussions with their line managers, how, when, and where they work best, balancing the needs of the CSP, the team, and themselves. Employees are still expected to attend the office for in-person meetings when required for their role and the organisation. Homeworking is subject to meeting homeworking assessment requirements, which include a minimum broadband speed of 18Mbps and a dedicated space to work from.

Flexible working

We currently have employees working part-time, job share, compressed hours, adjusted start and finish times, and other non-standard working patterns. We are open to considering alternative arrangements and would welcome discussion with successful candidates about any specific flexibility they may require, subject to organisational needs. 

Why work for the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy?

The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) is the professional, educational and trade union body for the UK's 67,000 chartered physiotherapists, physiotherapy students and support workers; and one of the largest representative bodies in healthcare.

At the CSP, our goal is to create a culture characterised by innovation, respect, encouragement, passion and teamwork. We all strive for continuous improvement and to deliver the best possible outcomes for our members. We aspire to work in a way that embodies our values of learning, courage, inclusive and integrity. Our shared values are part of our organisational DNA, reflecting the expectations we have of ourselves and others. They guide what we do and how we do it, to have the greatest impact for our members. Please click here for further information. 

How to apply

For further information and details of how to apply, please visit our website via the link. CVs will not be accepted.

As part of the application process, candidates will be asked to provide written responses to six criteria, which can be found in the Candidate Information Pack.

Closing date: 10am, 30th July
Shortlisting outcome: W/C 3rd August
Interview date: W/C 17th August

Equality, Diversity and Belonging

Accessibility and adjustments

To support an equitable and accessible recruitment experience, we actively encourage candidates to let us know if they require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages. Please contact HR and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Disability Confident Scheme

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, candidates who declare a disability and meet the six essential criteria we have selected will normally be shortlisted for interview. There may be occasions, such as having a high-volume of applications, where it is not possible to interview all Disability Confident candidates who meet the six selected essential criteria for the role. We may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both candidates with and without disabilities. In these circumstances, we will ensure that a proportionate number of disabled candidates are shortlisted for interview.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and belonging

The CSP is committed to equity of opportunity, aiming to provide a working and learning environment free from discrimination. We are taking appropriate steps to create a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we work and live in. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from candidates under-represented in the CSP’s workforce, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ people. Please note, all candidates will be expected to actively demonstrate their commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Belonging throughout the application and interview stages. To view our equity, diversity and belonging strategy, please click here. 

NO AGENCIES

Specialist Support Worker

We're looking for a passionate, compassionate and resilient Specialist Support Worker to join our Mental Health Social Care Service in Tower Hamlets

£31,593.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.

Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
Our benefits include:
* Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
* A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x Pensionable Salary (T&Cs apply)
* Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
* Fully paid induction programme and further training
* ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
* Online wellbeing resources
* Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution
* Free DBS
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

Tabard Court is a mental health supported accommodation for individual with significant offending histories and complex mental health needs.

What you'll do:
1. Keyworking, Support Planning & Recovery
? Hold a keyworking caseload (typically 4-6 customers), meeting each customer regularly for structured keywork sessions focused on mental health, risk, daily living skills and recovery goals.
? Complete and regularly review support plans, risk management plans and crisis plans with customers and the wider team, ensuring they are meaningful, co-produced and linked to clear, achievable outcomes.

2. Risk Management & Safeguarding
? Undertake initial and ongoing assessments of risk and need, including dynamic risk indicators
(e.g. changes in behaviour, non-engagement, relapse indicators), and escalate concerns promptly.

3. Day-to-day Support & Service delivery
? Provide practical support with daily living skills (e.g. budgeting, shopping, appointments, selfcare, routines) to enable customers to build independence and sustain their accommodation.

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

About you:
Experience & Knowledge
? NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent
? Experience of working with people with significant mental health needs, ideally in forensic or criminal justice settings (secure services, probation, prison, step-down or similar).
? Understanding of recovery-oriented practice and trauma-informed approaches in mental health.
? Awareness of risk assessment and risk management processes in forensic mental health (e.g. working with index offences, relapse indicators, safeguarding, conditions of discharge or licence).
? Experience of keyworking or case management, including multi-agency liaison and report writing.
? Comfortable working in a structured environment with policies, procedures and clear documentation standards, while remaining flexible and responsive to individual need.

About us:

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

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

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

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

Please see our website for full Job description

Vacancy type: Paid Vacancy

Function: Fundraising

Location: Head Office - Sully (Hybrid Working)

Salary: £34,281 to £38,149 per annum (depending on experience)

Contract type: Permanent

Contract hours: Full time

Weekly hours: 37.5 hours per week

Closing Date: 02/08/2026

Ref No: 1096

We are delighted to share an exciting opportunity to join our Income Generation team in a newly created Senior Individual Giving and Legacy Fundraiser role.

About the Role:

As Senior Individual Giving & Legacy Fundraiser, you will play a key role within the Individual Giving & Legacy team, leading the delivery of high-impact fundraising campaigns that inspire long term and loyal support. You will be responsible for developing and implementing multi-channel fundraising activity, including appeals, regular giving, lottery and legacy campaigns, helping to secure sustainable income growth and engagement for Tŷ Hafan. 

Working closely with colleagues across the charity, you will use insight, analysis and creativity to deliver excellent supporter experiences and maximise campaign performance. You'll also provide leadership to a small team, manage external suppliers and agencies, and help shape the future development of individual giving and legacy fundraising at Tŷ Hafan.

Tŷ Hafan operates a hybrid working model, and the post holder will be required to work on site a minimum of 2 days per week, with occasional evening and weekend work to support fundraising activities/events.

About you:

You are an experienced direct marketing, fundraising or supporter engagement professional with a strong track record of delivering successful campaigns that generate income and build lasting supporter relationships. You understand how to combine data, insight and creativity to develop compelling fundraising activity across a range of channels, and you are motivated by achieving meaningful results that make a difference. 

You are a confident and proactive project manager who can balance multiple priorities, manage budgets and suppliers, and keep complex campaigns on track. You are experienced at analysing performance, identifying opportunities for improvement and using evidence to inform future decisions, communicating clearly and effectively with a wide range of audiences. 

Ultimately, you are passionate about delivering outstanding supporter experiences that can help Tŷ Hafan provide vital care and support to children with life-shortening conditions and their families across Wales. 

Our employee benefits:

• Holiday entitlement of 30 days (rising to 32 days with service) plus Bank Holidays
• Group Personal Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of 5%
• Life assurance- death in service benefit
• Wellbeing support - employee assistance program, which provides a range of free services including counselling, financial and legal support.
• Unlimited access to a 24/7 online GP as well as a range of other health experts
• Healthcare Cash Plan – claim back the cost for appointments and treatment such as dental, optical or physio
• Cycle to work scheme
• Technology, mobile phone and will writing schemes 
• Discounted gym membership and shopping discounts
• Hybrid working and when onsite free secured parking

Ty Hafan’s ambition is that when a child’s life will be short, no family should have to live it on their own. Sadly, we know that thousands of families in Wales are struggling alone through the fear, exhaustion and uncertainty that comes with caring for a child whose life will be short. We believe that no family should have to live this on their own and we are determined to walk alongside every family through life, death and beyond.

At Tŷ Hafan we are experts at caring for children with life-shortening conditions and our services support families in our hospice, in community settings, local hospitals and in families’ homes. We understand that the needs of each child and their family are unique and we know that caring for a child with a life-shortening condition is often extremely demanding. Our aim is to make sure that no one doing this is alone. Our colleagues, volunteers and supporters are crucial in the delivery of our ambition – we know that everyone plays a huge part in making sure that no family faces their child’s short life alone.

Our Vision: A Wales where every child with a life-shortening condition lives a fulfilling life, supported with the compassion and specialist care they and their family need.

Our Purpose: No family should have to face the unimaginable loss of their child alone. With children and families at the heart of all we do, we provide free care and support in our hospice and in the community, offering a lifeline throughout the child’s short life, at end of life, through bereavement and beyond.​

Our Values: At Tŷ Hafan we make a difference by living our values:  Demonstrating Compassion, Providing Excellent Service, Working Together and Taking Ownership. 

Tips for candidates – all applications and interviews will be assessed using the person specification included within the job description. Please see attached candidate pack for further guidance. 

Our recruitment system will automatically time out after 120 minutes of inactivity. To ensure your application is submitted successfully, we recommend either saving your progress as you go or preparing your responses in a Word document and copying them into the application form. This will help you avoid losing any information in case of an unexpected timeout.

Please note this role is subject to the outcome of a basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, two satisfactory references and pre-employment medical clearance. 

Tŷ Hafan is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, including those from under‑represented groups. Recruitment decisions are made based on merit and aligned with our values. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know.

Agencies need not apply

Closing Date: 2nd August 2026

Interview Date: 17th August 2026

Procurement Manager

• £53,592 - £60,535 FTE per annum (dependent on experience)
• Full time, 35 hours per week
• Fixed term contract ending 31st December 2027*

*This contract has the potential to become permanent.

About the role

London-based contract with the option of hybrid working between the office and home. Please note, the current expectation is that colleagues will travel to the office in London one day per week throughout the year, on specified days agreed with line manager in advance.

We’re looking for a Procurement Manager to support a leading health focused Membership Body’s Facilities & Operations team leading a pivotal function. This autonomous role is responsible for coordinating procurement activity across the organisation to help deliver value for money for their members, strengthen contract management and build strong supplier relationships. 

Whether you're an experienced Procurement Manager looking for the opportunity to shape and lead a new standalone procurement function, or an experienced procurement professional ready to take the next step into your first Procurement Manager role and develop strong oversight and governance across the organisation, we'd love to hear from you. This role offers the chance of real impact from day one, with the support and encouragement to continue developing your skills and grow into the full scope of the role.

The organisation is a dynamic membership body with an ambitious corporate strategy to increase support to members and ensure they are fit for purpose as a sector-leading hybrid working organisation. The Procurement Manager is a key appointment offering the opportunity to shape and professionalise procurement across the organisation. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in strengthening governance, achieving savings, and building lasting capability in procurement and contract management, ensuring fit for purpose services are achieved across the Society in a value for money led, well-coordinated way for the benefit of their members, now and in the future. This is particularly important to us as they embark on a multiyear programme of Digital Transformation, which involves reprocuring business critical contracts and embedding positive supplier relationships.

The Facilities & Operations team work as part of the Corporate Services and Infrastructure (CSI) directorate within the organisation. CSI is a centre for excellence; a collection of professionals leading the organisation in its ambition to be a modern, influential and impactful organisation. Their Charter aligns strongly to their values and recognises the connection between their work, that of their colleagues and the care their members provide to patients.

Are you:

· A solutions focused and big picture thinker, who is able to challenge and shape efficiencies across the organisation?

· Driven and passionate about building effective relationships and maximising value for money?

· Able to challenge well and support contract managers development at all levels across the organisation?

· A values-led and trusted people leader with strong technical skills?

If so, we want to hear from you!

Working arrangements

Hybrid working. The organisation operates a hybrid working model, allowing employees to work between their home and the office. While they do not stipulate the number of days in the office, employees decide, through discussions with their line managers, how, when, and where they work best, balancing the needs of the organisation, the team, and themselves. Employees are still expected to attend the office for in-person meetings when required for their role and the organisation. Homeworking is subject to meeting homeworking assessment requirements, which include a minimum broadband speed of 18Mbps and a dedicated space to work from.

Flexible working. They currently have employees working part-time, job share, compressed hours, adjusted start and finish times, and other non-standard working patterns. They are open to considering alternative arrangements and would welcome discussion with successful candidates about any specific flexibility they may require, subject to organisational needs. 

Why work for them?

The organisation is the professional, educational and trade union body for the UK's 67,000 chartered physiotherapists, physiotherapy students and support workers; and one of the largest representative bodies in healthcare.

Their goal is to create a culture characterised by innovation, respect, encouragement, passion and teamwork. They all strive for continuous improvement and to deliver the best possible outcomes for their members. They aspire to work in a way that embodies their values of learning, courage, inclusive and integrity. Shared values are part of their organisational DNA, reflecting the expectations they have of ourselves and others.

How to apply

Please reply to this advert with your CV in the first instance. We will then send the full recruitment pack.

As part of the application process, candidates will be asked to provide written responses to six criteria listed on the recruitment pack.

Closing date: 10am, 30th July
Shortlisting outcome: W/C 3rd August
Interview date: Likely 13th / 14th August (likely remote interviews)

Equality, Diversity and Belonging

Accessibility and adjustments

To support an equitable and accessible recruitment experience, we actively encourage candidates to let us know if they require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages.

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme candidates who declare a disability and meet the six essential criteria we have selected will normally be shortlisted for interview. There may be occasions, such as having a high-volume of applications, where it is not possible to interview all Disability Confident candidates who meet the six selected essential criteria for the role. They may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both candidates with and without disabilities. In these circumstances, they will ensure that a proportionate number of disabled candidates are shortlisted for interview.

The organisation is committed to equity of opportunity, aiming to provide a working and learning environment free from discrimination. They are taking appropriate steps to create a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we work and live in. Therefore, they particularly encourage applications from candidates under-represented in the current workforce, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ people. Please note, all candidates will be expected to actively demonstrate their commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Belonging throughout the application and interview stages.

“IPSO protects the public interest by promoting high quality journalism and defends the public when editorial standards fall short.”

Charlotte Dewar, IPSO Chief Executive

IPSO – the Independent Press Standards Organisation – is the regulator of most newspapers, magazines, and digital news in the UK. We are a small but influential and high-profile organisation with a clear and important purpose. We place a strong emphasis on personal development for staff and provide excellent training opportunities and a supportive work culture.

We are recruiting a communications officer to cover maternity leave within our committed, friendly, and dynamic team.

Reporting to the Head of Communications, you will play a key role in delivering IPSO’s communications activities, with a strong focus on digital channels and social media, internal communications, and day‑to‑day management of the IPSO website.

About the role

The key role responsibilities will be to:

• Plan, create and manage digital communications and social media content across IPSO channels, using analytics to monitor performance and support organisational priorities
• Manage and update the IPSO website using WordPress, including day‑to‑day communications, publishing rulings, and ensuring accuracy, accessibility and basic SEO standards
• Produce and edit a wide range of communications materials, including newsletters, news releases, internal updates, and briefings, ensuring alignment with IPSO’s purpose and regulatory role.
• Provide broader communications support, including media monitoring and reporting, handling press enquiries as directed, and assisting with IPSO events and conferences.

Skills and experience

We are looking for an experienced and proactive communications officer to cover maternity leave for a minimum of six months, starting in August or September 2026.

Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, the postholder will create clear, engaging content, monitor media coverage, and help ensure IPSO’s communications are accurate, accessible and aligned with its role as regulator of UK digital news, newspapers and magazines.

A personal interest in current affairs and the news industry is a must, but there is no need for a degree or qualification in this area. You will have strong interpersonal skills, an ability to get things done, and you will enjoy working with a range of colleagues and stakeholders.

You’ll also have excellent written skills and superb project management skills.

At IPSO, we want to create a culture which recognises, values, and respects that people are different. We believe that representing the diversity of the society in which we work is fundamental to our goals of protecting people and promoting freedom of expression.

We are committed to promoting a fair and inclusive workplace where all our people can flourish and reach their full potential. We know diverse teams allow for a more creative and productive environment and we strongly encourage applications from a wide range of people regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender (identity, expression or reassignment), marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief and socio-economic background.

What we can offer you

This is a chance to deliver the communications of a high‑profile, independent regulator at the heart of the UK media landscape working on complex, high‑profile issues relating to journalism, regulation and press freedom.

This contract is for at least six months covering maternity leave. There is a competitive starting salary of £32,960, 25 days of paid annual leave (pro rata), and excellent additional benefits.

The role is full-time, and IPSO offers hybrid working to all staff. All staff work two core days (Tuesdays and Wednesdays) in our Central London office; members of the senior management team work an additional day in the office. New staff may be asked to come in for more days while they familiarise themselves with the organisation.

How to apply

Candidates are required to attach a Diversity Monitoring form, which can be found on our website. Please note that although this form is required for applications to be considered, candidates are free to opt out of any questions.

To apply, please read the full job description and forward your CV and you must include a cover letter outlining briefly why you are interested in the role and how you are suitable, along with the Diversity Monitoring form by midday on Monday 27 July.

Interviews will take place on Thursday 6 August in London.

IPSO will reimburse reasonable travel costs for attending interviews. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please include that information with your application. In-person interviews are preferred but IPSO conducts interviews by video call where needed and candidates choosing this option will not be disadvantaged. The job description for the position can be found on our website.