Health And Safety Officer Jobs in Haringey, Kent

The award-winning Black Swimming Association is recruiting a CEO to lead its close knit, passionate team into its fifth year of establishment.

In 2019, four cofounders came together in an attempt to make a difference. Nearly five years on, our small and dedicated team are committed to changing the narrative. What's our why? Through research and insights and programme delivery, we work to raise awareness of water safety and drowning prevention, in particular amongst African, Caribbean and Asian communities across the UK. By amplifying the voices and experiences of ethnically diverse and other marginalised communities, we aim to challenge the status quo and dismantle the barriers that prevent individuals from fully participating in and benefiting from aquatics.

Why do we want to hear from you? The BSA Group has been growing from strength to strength and is looking for an experienced leader to take us into this new chapter. The BSA group consists of the award-winning Black Swimming Association (charity) and Inclusive Aquatics (C.I.C) and the CEO role will contribute to the work of both the charity and the C.I.C.

If you're ready to make a difference to communities across the UK and be part of something truly impactful and inspiring, this is the job for you. A corporate title without the corporate faff.

A world class drama school and educational charity, LAMDA – the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art – delivers exceptional vocational training in the performing arts. LAMDA’s core aim is to train and develop the best artists regardless of social or financial background. The Academy is at an exciting time in its evolution, paving the way for drama school training in the 21st century and developing multi-skilled creative artists and technicians. In order to ensure that its work is accessible to all, LAMDA is passionately committed to widening participation and operates a robust scholarship scheme, awarding significant support to one in five full-time students each year.

The Role

We are looking for someone who is highly organised and approachable, who displays excellent communication and administration skills. The role requires working at pace and the ability to prioritise and work well under pressure.

With proven experience in a customer facing role and confidence in creating and building relationships, you will be empathetic and professional.

Hours of work: 25 hours per week (0.71 FTE), Monday to Friday between 8.30am to 1.30pm.

Application Process

For a full job description, please visit our website via the apply button.

We want you to have the opportunity to really tell us about yourself and explain to us why this opportunity is right for you. All applications will be judged on content, not on format.

To apply, please complete:

• Application form together with the Equality and Diversity monitoring form
• All applications should address the following questions, and please attach a basic CV:

1. Tell us a little about yourself and why this position interests you
2. Tell us what experience you have had that means you meet the person specification outlined in the job description, include practical examples

To be considered for this role, please send the above information by email to the HR Department.

Closing date for applications: Midday on Friday 10 January 2025.

Interviews will be held w/c 13 January 2025.

We welcome applications from people of the global majority and those with disabilities, as these groups are under-represented at LAMDA.

We would like to hear from people whose situation, background and/or identity is currently under- supported across the arts and training sector and within our organisation. Including but not limited to people who are culturally and ethnically diverse and experience racism in our society, those with LGBTQ+ identities, neurodivergent and/or d/Deaf and disabled, and those with caring responsibilities and those who have experienced socio and economic barriers.

Registered Charity No: 312821.

The Mental Health Foundation is recruiting for a Project Officer (Mental Health Awareness Week) to support our Marketing and Communications Team.

Deadline: 9am on Monday 6th January 2025
Location: London OR Glasgow
Salary: Starting salary £31,350 (plus £3,285 London Weighting where applicable)
Hours: Full-time, 32 hours per week as part of our adjusted working week pilot (this may revert to 35 hours from July 2025)
Contract type: This is a fixed-term full-time role ending 30 June 2025

This exciting Project Officer role will support the planning, development and day-to-day delivery of the charity’s flagship annual campaign, Mental Health Awareness Week. Working with the Marketing and Communications Team, this role will assist the Campaign Leads and other colleagues with organisational and administrative duties, ensuring deadlines are met and work plans are keep up to date.

What does the role involve?

• Support the management of the campaign timeline, progress, and project documentation ensuring that campaign staff and others are aware of upcoming deadlines and activity.
• Schedule and attend project meetings with internal and external stakeholders, take comprehensive notes and share updates and actions.
• Respond to enquiries from stakeholders.
• Contribute to the management of partnerships and events.
• Create and maintain PowerPoint decks outlining campaign activity for partners and other stakeholders.

What skills, knowledge and experience are we looking for?

We are looking for a well organised individual with experience working in a fast-paced environment and managing competing deadlines.

• Project management or co-ordination experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong interpersonal and teamworking skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail

Safeguarding is Everyone’s business – Mental Health Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all its beneficiaries, those who surround them, its staff, volunteers, and anyone else who comes into contact with its services and expects all trustees, staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate vetting procedures (proof of eligibility to work in the UK, proof of residency and satisfactory employment screening, including a Disclosure check and two most recent references) along with 3-year renewals of Disclosure checks. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK.

About us

Since 1949, the Mental Health Foundation has been the UK’s leading charity for everyone’s mental health.

Our vision is for a world with good mental health for all. With prevention at the heart of what we do, we aim to find and address the sources of mental health problems so that people and communities can thrive.

We will drive change towards a mentally healthy society for all, and support communities, families and individuals to live mentally healthier lives, with a particular focus on those at greatest risk.

The Foundation is the home of Mental Health Awareness Week.

How to apply

If you think your skills match and you’d like to be part of a dynamic and growing organisation, please complete and submit your application form by clicking 'Apply via Website'. Please note that all sections of the application form should be completed as CVs alone will not be accepted. Applications will close at 9am on Monday 6th January 2025 and we are unable to accept late applications. Interviews are planned for 20th & 21st January 2025. There will be am assessment on the day of the interview.

We believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. Diversity and inclusion is a strategic priority for us as an employer and mental health charity, and we are proud to be signatories of the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter and the Disability Confident Committed Scheme. Applications from under-represented sections of the community are actively encouraged.

If you have a disability, require any additional support or have any questions regarding the role, please contact us. We make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment. Disabled candidates who meet all the essential person specification criteria will be offered an interview. Therefore, please do ensure you tick the relevant box on the application form and clearly indicate in your application/covering letter if you consider yourself to meet the requirements of the Equality Act 2010 / Disability Discrimination Act 1995.

We are currently operating mostly digital recruitment (including interviews via video conferencing). We have moved to a hybrid working model of a minimum of 2 days per week in the office and the rest working from home for full time staff, pro rata for part time staff.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Chief Executive – Providence House
Location: Battersea, London
Salary: £40,000 per annum + 5% pension contribution
Contract: Full-time, permanent

Are you a passionate and inspiring leader ready to shape the future of a thriving youth and community charity? Providence House, a Christian charity with over 60 years’ experience of serving the communities of Battersea, south London, is looking for an inspiring Chief Executive to lead its mission to empower local children, young people and families.

We’re looking for someone with:

• A personal Christian faith, aligned with our mission and values.
• Proven leadership experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector.
• A track record in strategic leadership, operational management and income generation.
• Exceptional relational and communication skills to collaborate with our team, Trustees, funders, partners and the wider community.

This is an opportunity to bring your vision, expertise and faith to a role where you’ll make a real  difference.

For the Job Application Pack, visit our website (google us). 

Do contact Ian Smith, Chair of Trustees for an informal chat about this role (his email is in the Job Application Pack.

Closing Date: 9.00am, Monday, 13th January 2025

Job Title: Qualified Practitioner

Reporting To: CP Manager 

Location: Remote (UK or NZ)

Contract: Fixed Term, 22 months

Hours: 9 - 15 hours per week (3-5 3hr shifts each week at specified times on a rota)

Hourly Rate: £15 / $30 p/h 

Benefits:

• Enhanced policies including 25 days annual leave per year, plus public holidays;
• Company electronic devices;
• Competitive pension;
• Remote and flexible working;
• Excellent opportunities for training and career progression

Closing Date: 12th January 2025

Job Purpose: To have text-based conversations to provide mental health support to people in distress, working to take someone in distress to a calmer place.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Have text-based conversations to provide support for people in distress at peak evening times.
• Follow our training and work, with the support of a Clinical Supervisor, to take someone in distress to a calmer place.

Person Specification 

Essential

• You must be able to follow the Shout model for support and be comfortable holding a minimum of four conversations simultaneously as directed by your Supervisor.
• You should be calm, compassionate, communicative, confident and interested in developing skills in the field of digital mental health.
• You must hold a qualification at Level 4 or above in counselling, psychology, psychotherapy, nursing or social work, and have suitable experience of working on the front line of mental health.
• You must hold, or commit to studying towards, a Level 3 safeguarding qualification, and have completed the Shout Safeguarding Texters training.
• You must be able to commit to taking shifts at times stipulated by our rota between three and five times per week on average, and be able to respond to occasional calls to help out if we are experiencing a substantial spike in demand at other times.
• You must be able to attend a group reflective session with our practice lead once a month, which will be held remotely.
  Contracts of either 3, 4 or 5 shifts (shift=3hrs) per week
• Minimum of 4 conversations at any one time
• Excellent IT skills
• Excellent communicator
• Ability to multitask and work at a high volume whilst maintaining calm under pressure
• Demonstrate a high level of resilience
• Willingness and ability to work independently (remotely), whilst remaining connected to and engaged with the team
• Reflective, compassionate, kind, and respectful
• Proactive in reviewing own performance, improvement and development

Desirable:

• Knowledge and experience of safeguarding, confidentiality and risk
• Ideally, you should have an external supervisor and/or a personal counsellor, but we are aware that some jobs or qualifications do not require this.

We will be interviewing on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the job advert early if we receive a high number of applicants.

Chief Executive Officer

Job Description and Specification

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer

Reports to: Trustees of Evergreen Care UK

Salary: £48,750 - £57,500 (pro rata, per annum)

Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week)

Contract: Permanent

Location: Wilmington, DA2

Evergreen Care UK seeks a visionary CEO to lead our charity into its next chapter. The successful candidate will have a strong track record of strategic leadership and a deep commitment to addressing the challenges of loneliness and isolation among older adults.

Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership

• Embody Evergreen’s values, inspiring others to follow.

• Guide the charity’s strategy and growth over the next decade.

• Inspire and motivate staff and volunteers to maintain excellent standards of care.

• Forge strategic partnerships and act as an ambassador for Evergreen Care UK.

Management and Compliance

• Lead recruitment, training, and performance management for staff.

• Manage the leadership team and step in to support operations when needed.

• Oversee resource allocation and ensure the effectiveness of our work.

• Uphold health, safety, and safeguarding standards.

• Keep Trustees informed and ensure compliance with governing bodies.

Financial Management

• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.

• Manage fundraising and develop relationships with funding partners.

• Oversee the preparation of annual reports and financial statements.

Communications

• Ensure brand consistency and alignment with Evergreen’s ethos.

• Develop and execute media and marketing strategies to raise the charity’s profile.

• Strengthen communication channels with stakeholders and staff.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Honours degree or equivalent.

• Commitment to ongoing personal development.

Experience

• Proven record of strategic planning and achieving targets.

• Successful financial planning and budget management.

• Experience in building relationships with external stakeholders.

• Familiarity with Adult Social Care and team leadership.

Knowledge and Skills

• Deep understanding of the impact of loneliness and isolation.

• Strategic thinker with a clear vision.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Personal Qualities

• A commitment to the Christian ethos and values of Evergreen Care UK.

• Passion for improving the lives of older adults.

• Personal resilience and adaptability.

How to apply

• Closing date: Noon on Monday 3 February 2025. 
• Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. We reserve the right to close the role early if a suitable candidate is found, so please apply promptly. 

Job Title: Peer Support Coordinator

Reporting To: Peer Support Team Leader

Location: Hybrid (Our offices are based at Phoenix Brewery, W10 6SZ)

Contract: Full Time, Permanent 

Salary: £24,000 per annum 

Benefits:

• Enhanced policies including 25 days annual leave per year, plus public holidays;
• Company electronic devices;
• Competitive pension;
• Remote and flexible working;
• Excellent opportunities for training and career progression.

Closing date: 12th January 2025

Job purpose: To manage the delivery of a volunteer-led, one-to-one Peer Support service providing
emotional support, peer support and appropriate signposting and resources

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting The Mix’ volunteer body to deliver high quality one-to-one support services safely and efficiently
• Overseeing appropriate risk assessment and making decisions about when to breach confidentiality and provide relevant information to the police
• Assisting with the running and development of shift support and on-going training for Peer Support Volunteers
• Overseeing effective shift management including matching volunteers to service users based on
  lived experience
• Ensuring appropriate training and development of volunteers with our Youth Engagement Team
• Ensuring implementation of relevant policies and procedures, so services are delivered to the highest quality
• Contributing data analysis to ensure services continuously respond to service user needs
• Quality assurance of volunteers on the Peer Support Service
• Supporting reflective practice, self-care and a culture of continuous development
• Volunteer Management including regular check-ins and development of volunteers
• Resolving operational issues in the delivery of one-to-one support services
• Supporting coordination of the management of regular and or concerning contacts
• Providing one-to-one Peer Support sessions as required
• Engaging volunteers on shift to create a meaningful, engaging and positive experience in the Peer Support Space
• Supporting volunteers with tech and troubleshooting as required

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience or interest in delivering support services via digital channels
• Lived experience of mental health needs and/or being part of a marginalised/protected community and/or having supported someone with this and/or having used services directly
• Lived experience of navigating issues such as bullying, relationship breakdowns, navigating exams and the education system, being a young carer, etc
• Passionate about supporting people who might be experiencing issues such as sociological, emotional or financial distress
• Experience of delivering support services to under 25s
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, to work flexibly and to work calmly under pressure
• Ability to maintain effective boundaries while delivering a service with empathy
• Ability to carry out objective risk assessments, liaising with emergency services as needed
• Strong demonstrable interest in the issues which affect young people
• Proven ability to deliver continuous improvement to services in response to service user need
• Understanding of how to retain, train, motivate and develop volunteers
• Good understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and safe working practices
• Self-starter with the ability to work on own initiative and as an active team member
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Desirable

• Passionate about supporting young people with the tools, resources and skills to harness their own recovery through resilience building
• Line management or volunteer management experience
• Experience of multi-channel support services including email and webchat
• Experience of using Salesforce or equivalent VOIP/CRM systems
• Project management experience

We will be interviewing on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the job advert early if we receive a high number of applicants.

Job Title: Community Manager 

Reporting To: Head of Youth Services

Location: Hybrid (Our offices are based at Phoenix Brewery, W10 6SZ)

Contract: Full Time, Permanent 

Salary: £36,000 per annum 

Benefits:

• Enhanced policies including 25 days annual leave per year, plus public holidays;
• Company electronic devices;
• Competitive pension;
• Remote and flexible working;
• Excellent opportunities for training and career progression.

Closing date: 12th January 2025

Job Purpose: To deliver The Mix’s online communities across discussion boards and group chats, leading a team to establish a fun, inclusive and supportive space for young people.

Main Responsibilities

Responsible for:

• Innovating and growing our online peer support community
• Taking the online community to the next level in terms of youth-led, peer-to-peer digital communities, both in terms of youth-led practice and using new technologies
• Line management of the community team and day-to-day delivery of the community service

Overseeing the day-to-day running of the community: 

• Supporting the community team to deliver The Mix’s peer support community across all channels including supporting young community moderators, activators, content creators and peer supporters, ensuring safe moderation and facilitating peer support
• Ensuring delivery of engaging community events such as group chats, live Q&As and Youth Voice activities
• Line management and development of the community team, including officers, senior officers, freelancers and 50+ young volunteers
• Working collaboratively with the content and digital marketing team and partner organisations to deliver a high-quality service
• Managing projects (including budgets) to develop the online community and volunteering offerUsing data and insights from the community to provide analysis of topics and discussions relevant to The Mix
• Working with the volunteer team to ensure that volunteer roles continue to help grow community engagement
• Ensuring that policies, procedures, rotas, schedules and other information about the services are delivered
• Promoting and encouraging self-care and reflective practice across the team

Community growth and strategy development:

• Leading on the growth and development of the community using youth-led practice and new technology to ensure that it is a space that meets the growing and changing needs of young people
• Delivering the community strategy and working with data and insight teams to monitor strategy development against KPIs
• Ensuring that community members have a sense of ownership and opportunities to help shape the community
• Establishing relationships with partner organisations and stakeholders across relevant sectors and fields
• Focusing on the continuous development of The Mix community by attending training events, being aware of best practice
• within the sector and cascading learning to staff, volunteers, and community members

Volunteering engagement & development:

• Line management of the Senior Engagement and Training Officer, supporting them to engage young
  people in the community into voluntary roles, lead on training and supporting young people in their voluntary roles
• Working with the Volunteering Manager to oversee the departments volunteering practices ensure a
  high-quality service, continuous volunteer development & a positive volunteering experience
• Ensuring that the community has enough volunteers to deliver the service safely
• Supporting the senior engagement and training officer with the co-design and design of volunteering
• roles and processes

Person Specification

Essential

• Qualification and/or relevant experience in youth work up to level 2
• Experience and demonstrable knowledge of running online peer support and community services, including the training and management of volunteers
• Passion for working with young people and experience and knowledge of the issues they face
• Good general technical knowledge with an understanding of the opportunities associated with new technologies and online services for young people
• Excellent people skills, adaptable and flexible in manner and approach with an understanding of how to motivate and develop staff
• Excellent written and verbal communication, as well as good listening skills with the ability to communicate with empathy and understanding
• Good planning and problem-solving skills
  Experience of delivering online workshops with young people
  Line management experience of staff and volunteers

Desirable 

• Experience in group facilitation and training
• Understanding of the legal issues affecting online communities
• Experience of working within safeguarding frameworks
• Good technical knowledge, ideally including at least a basic knowledge of HTML
• Any additional social media skills such as social listening, reporting and content creation

We will be interviewing on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the job advert early if we receive a high number of applicants.

Background: 

Amna means safe in Arabic - representing the core of our work - supporting communities and frontline workers to bring non-clinical mental health support to every person affected by war, conflict and displacement. At Amna, our core values of respect, understanding, curiosity and connection guide everything we do. Our mission is to build community capacity for healing. Our vision is a world where refugees can determine their future unbounded by the impacts of conflict and displacement. 

We partner with local organisations and institutions working with displaced communities to set up psychosocial healing services in which individuals and groups can discover and connect to practices that promote their healing and wellbeing. We invest in and train people within these organisations to provide this support, and we help partners build psychosocial interventions in collaboration with refugee communities – all with a values-based, trauma-sensitive and identity-informed approach.

Our partnerships are not limited. We connect partners through our global healing network of peer organisations to exchange learnings and enhance their practices as the network strives to support forcibly displaced communities around the world. 

Safeguarding: 

The role-holder will have experience working according to ethical and good practice safeguarding principles. They will be expected to adhere to and promote Amna’s Safeguarding Policies as they will be involved and responsible for programmes working with children and vulnerable groups in different settings. 

How Will you Make a Difference?  

As an Operations Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the effective functioning of our organization. This position encompasses a broad range of responsibilities, including human resources, recruitment, HR administration, office management and providing general support to the Operations team. The Operations Officer will work closely with team members to ensure the smooth execution of daily operations and contribute to the overall success of the organization. 

Responsibilities include: 

Human Resources:  

• Assist the People and Culture Manager in implementing HR policies, procedures, and initiatives, including performance management, staff wellbeing, and employee engagement.
• Handle HR-related inquiries and administrative tasks such as maintaining employee records, benefits administration, and compliance with labor laws. 
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding candidates. Collaborate with hiring managers and People & Culture Manager to identify staffing needs, develop job descriptions, and engage with external recruitment agencies. 
• Coordinate staff training, professional development programs, and workshops to enhance employee skills and growth. 
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring smooth transitions in collaboration with the People and Culture Manager and the Employer of Record. 
• Work closely with the Employer of Record to ensure accurate processing of contracts, payroll, and adherence to local labor laws. Prepare and update HR-related documentation, such as contracts, offer letters, and policy manuals. 

Admin and Logistics: 

• Act as the primary point of contact for the coworking space management team.
• Implement and improve administrative processes for increased efficiency. 
• Arrange and manage staff travel, including flights, accommodations, and transportation, ensuring compliance with organisational policies, budgets, and safety protocols.
• Monitor travel expenses and coordinate reimbursements with the Finance team. 
• Provide pre-travel briefings in collaboration with the Head of Operations and ensure compliance with safety protocols. 
• Provide administrative and logistical support to the Operations team. 
• Handle general inquiries and requests to facilitate smooth operations. 
• Support the Head of Operations with IT needs, maintain knowledge management systems, and ensure effective workflows and internal communication platforms are up-to-date. 
• Manage office assets, including inventory tracking and maintenance. 
• Other ad hoc responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications and Experience:  

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.  
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  
• Knowledge of labor laws and regulations.  
• IT literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft office.    
• Ability to work quickly, methodically, accurately, independently and to use initiative to problem solve proactively.   
• Methodical and organised with high attention to detail and accuracy.   
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.   
• Ability to work with tact, diplomacy and complete confidentiality.   
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders.  

Desirable: 

• Experience at an international NGO and/, budgeting and reporting. 
• Previous experience with logistics coordination will be preferred. 
• Background of working in a diverse cultural setting. 

Skills and Behaviors:   

• Flexible approach and ability to adapt to change in a growing organization.  
• Culturally sensitive and ability to adapt easily.  
• Able to work dynamically and respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected needs.   
• Able to take responsibility for assigned tasks and to respect processes and confidentiality.    
• Capacity to solve problems, to transfer knowledge and to develop new skills.   
• Enthusiastic with a desire to learn and develop.  
• Excellent team working skills.  

Work Location and Environment  

This role is open to applicants in London, UK.  Amna offers a hybrid working environment to its employees allowing for a blend of remote and in-person work.  

Please note that the nature of working environment and hybrid schedule may be adjusted as per the organisation’s evolving needs.  

Remuneration Package  

Remuneration: 32,000 GBP per annum.

At Amna we are committed to attracting and retaining top talent by offering competitive compensation and benefit packages. We believe in rewarding talent and expertise at a level that corresponds with the local market conditions, ensuring that all our team members are fairly compensated for their skills and contributions.   

In compliance with international standards, Amna utilizes a global payroll provider to ensure seamless and efficient compensation processes for our diverse team. 

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion  

Amna is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.   

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disabilities status.   

Applications are strongly encouraged from people with personal or family lived experience as refugees and displacement. 

Recruitment timeline: 

Written task: week of January 13th. 

Interviews: week of January 20th. 

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

Who We’re Looking For and why join us

At Refugee Legal Support (RLS), we seek a visionary and compassionate leader to become our first Executive Director. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to shape the future of a values-driven legal organisation that stands in solidarity with people on the move. 

With our current strategy concluding in 2025, we’re looking for a leader who can build on our strong foundations and guide the development of our next strategic plan, ensuring organisational cohesion at every step of this journey. You will bring strategic vision, expertise, and a collaborative approach to drive RLS’s future direction, strengthen anti-racist practices and accountability whilst empowering teams across Greece, the UK, and Northern France.

This role uniquely combines strategic oversight with hands-on work, bridging urgent client needs with long-term systemic change. For a leader passionate about migrant justice and equity, this is a career-defining opportunity to sustain and grow RLS’s mission while shaping its future.

Role Overview: 

The Executive Director is a new role for RLS. The successful candidate will lead RLS through its next phase of development, providing strategic leadership, promoting organisational cohesion and accountability whilst driving the fulfilment of our mission. As a representative and advocate for RLS, the Executive Director will oversee key areas such as organisational development, strategic planning, fundraising, robust financial planning, risk management, staff well-being, and external relations.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Organisational Development

   • Review and enhance RLS’s organisational structure and cohesiveness across offices and teams.

   • Implement strategic outcomes to ensure efficient and aligned operations.

2. Strategic Planning

   • Lead on developing and delivering strategic plans in alignment with RLS’s values and mission, incorporating regular reviews.

   • Ensure the sustainability of RLS’s mission and core programmes.

3. Lead the Management Team

   • Guide and support the Management Team, fostering effective collaboration.

   • Promote project integration, efficient delivery, and cross-team development.

   • Embed and promote robust accountability.

4. Governance

   • Work with and leverage the knowledge of the RLS’s Board of Trustees and thematic sub-committees to drive positive change and ensure sustainability.

   • Work with the chair of trustees and relevant subcommittees to maintain, review and improve existing governance structures and delegation schemes to enhance efficiency.

5. Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

   • Ensure RLS’s compliance with relevant regulations and effective risk management across operations in collaboration with managers. This includes SQM, OISC, LAA, employment law and regulations in foreign jurisdictions.

6. HR Oversight & Staff Development

   • Oversee HR functions, promote professional growth, and prioritise staff well-being.

   • Foster an inclusive and supportive working environment.

7. Fundraising & Financial Oversight

   • Deliver robust financial planning and drive RLS’s fundraising efforts in collaboration with management team and trustees.

   • Engage with key funders and develop sustainable funding strategies.

8. External Representation & Advocacy

   • Serve as the public face of RLS, advocating for our mission through media, events, and partnerships. Where considered appropriate, the Executive Director will be deputised by members of staff or management in external communications.

   • Act as a key contact for the Board of Trustees, promoting transparent communication between staff, management and board.

9. Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)

   • Own, review and implement appropriate MEL frameworks and practices. 

   • Implement progressive and compassionate accountability structures to ensure transparency across the organisation.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Proven leadership in an organisation focused on human rights, migration, or a related sector.

• Strong strategic planning and organisational development experience, ideally in a fast-growing setting.

• Experience of fundraising and financial management within the third sector.

• Experience leading remote, diverse teams and implementing inclusive HR practices.

• Deep understanding of the immigration and asylum landscape in the UK and Europe.

• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to represent RLS effectively to partners and the public.

• Be responsive

• Culturally sensitive

• Have a strong commitment to advancing migrant justice.

• A dynamic and innovative self-starter.

• Be highly organised.

• Be an active listener and a progressive leader.

• Be objective and apply good judgement in difficult situations.

• Fluent in English.

• The successful candidate will be required to obtain an enhanced DBS certificate (we cover the cost). However, a criminal record is not necessarily a barrier to recruitment but should be disclosed on application;

• Have the right to work in the UK.

Desirable:

• Deep understanding and/or experience of working in an international context.

• A qualified practising or non-practising lawyer in the area of immigration and/ or human rights.

• Lived experience related to migration, or legal knowledge in immigration and asylum.

• Language skills relevant to our areas of operation, particularly Greek or French.

• Experience and understanding of pro bono legal projects.

• Experience in public speaking, media engagement, or international advocacy.

Research, Evaluation and Impact Officer

2 posts available

35 hours per week (Requests for flexible or part time working arrangements will be considered).

£29,394.04 per annum if London-based / £26,269.74 if based outside London.

Location: The Children's Society's national office at Whitecross Studios, Old Street, London, or one of our regional offices (currently in Birmingham and Greater Manchester), with hybrid working options available. Alternatively, home-based by arrangement with the ability to travel to the national office as required.

The Children's Society has been helping children and young people in this country for over 140 years. We run local services that support children when they are at their most vulnerable and in desperate need of help. We're there for children, every step of the way.

Our Research, Evidence and Impact Team is recruiting two new Research, Evidence and Impact Officers to support our work across an extensive portfolio of projects. As well as doing innovative and original research, we collaborate with colleagues to develop the evidence to drive policy and systems change, and with practitioners and managers in our services to support them with independently commissioned evaluation and learning from practice activities. We're also developing new ways to understand, demonstrate and increase the impact of everything The Children's Society does.

OUR TEAM

The Research, Evidence and Impact Team has a vital role in ensuring that The Children's Society retains a clear and authentic understanding of young people's lives, with a focus on what is most important to building or preserving wellbeing. Our charity has been at the forefront of research on children's wellbeing for 20 years, alongside conducting child-centred studies on adolescence, risk and vulnerability (e.g. on Child Exploitation), and child poverty, exploring the issues that jeopardise young people's safety, health and opportunities. We have a track record for innovation (e.g. developing a validated and widely used 'Good Childhood Index') and work with academic partners and other organisations who share our vision of a society built for all children.

Our collaborative culture at The Children's Society means that we often work with colleagues who lead lobbying and campaigning activities, bringing together compelling evidence to drive change - in public awareness and attitudes, and in policies and systems - that can improve young people's lives. We also work closely with colleagues in our services across the country - sometimes to study the issues they see in their frontline work with young people and families, and sometimes to support them when they commission independent evaluations or learning exercises.

The Research, Evidence and Impact Team's work is also pivotal to two flagship reports that The Children's Society publishes every year - 'The Good Childhood Report' and our Annual Impact report.

THE TYPE OF PERSON WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are currently looking for two early career researchers / evaluators who can make a key contribution to the delivery of research, evaluation and impact projects for The Children's Society. You will be joining a team of experienced researchers to work across a varied and exciting range of projects. You will be involved where your input is most needed - and there will be opportunities to develop fresh skills and knowledge.

If you already have strong research/ evaluation skills and the energy and motivation to learn and develop in a supportive, multidisciplinary team in a leading children's charity we would love you to join us.

To be successful in this role, you must have:

-Knowledge and understanding of research and/ or evaluation methodologies, including young person-centred approaches - and an interest in exploring and understanding impact.

-Experience of conducting research and/ or evaluation, from project design through to reporting, whether through a paid or unpaid role or academic studies (ideally both).

-Qualitative and quantitative analysis skills - and demonstrable experience of applying these to research/ evaluation projects.

-Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the confidence to work with a range of stakeholders including professionals in external organisations and, importantly, young people and parents/ carers.

-An understanding of ethics and safeguarding related to research with young people and families.

INFORMATION ABOUT THE CHILDREN'S SOCIETY

The Children's Society runs more than 70 local services that help thousands of young people who desperately need our support, and we lobby and campaign to get laws and policies changed to make children's lives happier and safer. Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - you can find out more by reading our 'Impact Report' https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/what-we-do/our-impact

The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services.

Therefore, candidates will be required to complete an “Employment history template” document prior to interview. The fully completed document should be loaded by the candidate at the point of uploading your CV.

The closing date for applications is 23:59pm on 12th of January, 2025. If after 14 days, we have received enough applications we reserve the right to close this vacancy from the 3rd January 2025 onwards.

Interviews will be held during the week commencing 27th of January, 2025.

DOCUMENTS

Applicant pack

Job description

Battersea’s Income Generation department plays a pivotal role in making sure we can be here for every cat and dog now and in the future. Working with colleagues across the organisation, we provide members of the public and organisations with opportunities to engage with Battersea and to support our work.

We are looking for someone to join our team as a Supporter Experience Officer, to deliver supporter communication journeys across a range of channels and audiences to retain support, and increase engagement with Battersea and inspire them to continue, increase or diversify their support.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience of planning, implementing and evaluating direct marketing campaigns, with demonstrable knowledge of direct marketing across a range of media channels. They should also have experience of accountability and reporting for results, income and expenditure.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. 

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 12th January 2025
Interview date(s): w/c 27th January 2025 (1st round); w/c 3rd February 2025 (2nd round)

We want to hear about your experience in your own words. Whilst we understand the support AI software can offer, it can also lead to numerous applications reading near identical to each other. To best showcase yourself we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI.

To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

We’re looking for a Fundraising Officer to support the development of business opportunities to generate income for the charity, ensuring development opportunities are effectively maximised principally from statutory (commissioned funding), trusts and foundations.

You will have proven experience of fundraising to generate income from trust and foundation fundraising, statutory commissioning bodies such as bid and tendering, corporate and other donors.

Key responsibilities include

To regularly research, monitor, and identify funding opportunities at a local, regional and national level with corporate and public sector funders, for the developments of existing programmes or new programmes.

To be responsible for securing regular income by submitting regular targeted funding applications as directed by Head of Service/CEO.

To apply, please download the application form from our linked website. Please return your application and monitoring form (to the email address specified on our website) by Monday 20 January 2025.

Please note: This post is restricted to women under schedule 9, Part 1, Equalities Act 2010

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

The Hospital IDVA (HIDVA) will be part of our dynamic, responsive and highly regarded HIDVA team, providing excellent trauma informed support, crisis intervention, advocacy and advice to survivors in hospitals and health settings, both patients and staff Impacted by domestic abuse.

The HIDVA will also provide advice and training to hospital staff and ensure robust referral pathways are established within the different departments.

We offer an out of hours phone service (Friday evenings and weekend days) together with on-site cover within the hospitals during important events where domestic abuse has been shown to increase, such as Christmas, Bank Holidays, Valentine’s Day and Football Tournaments. The post holder will be expected to participate in the out of hours rota, TOIL and flexible working to recompense for this, as well as overtime for bank holidays/ special events if required on site.

The HIDVA will be based in the Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford, and will be expected to visit other hospitals across the trust from time to time to attend meetings, deliver training and cover other team members. There is also flexibility to work from the Rising Sun main office in Canterbury to attend team meetings, supervision and training.

We are looking for someone with an excellent understanding of domestic abuse and its effects on women and children, who is experienced in supporting survivors with varying needs such as, drugs/alcohol, mental health, homelessness and patients with no recourse to public funds.  Experience with Elderly People, Dementia Sufferers and their Carers or knowledge of midwifery would be desirable, although not essential. 

You will report to the HIDVA Manager and receive training and an induction into both the hospital work and Rising Sun’s wider services. If unqualified, we will support you to complete a formal domestic abuse qualification.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Support to Survivors

• Be present in the hospitals daily to respond to referrals or requests for domestic abuse advice and to meet with survivors. 
• Ensure that survivors are aware of their rights and options and explain the effectiveness of criminal and civil sanctions available to them.
• Produce safety plans with the client, enabling them to assess and manage their own safety.
• Carry out needs assessments, including DASH (Domestic Abuse, Stalking and Honour Based Violence) risk assessment, to effectively deliver holistic, survivor centred support.
• Work in partnership with hospital staff, safeguarding departments and other services e.g. the police, housing, social services, mental health (amongst others) to advocate for survivors and complete referrals to ongoing support services where appropriate.
• Attend Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) meetings and refer service users to MARAC when appropriate.
• Assist clients in gaining access to solicitors, benefits agencies, housing departments, education, medical treatment, counselling, support networks, community groups, employment support etc.
• Recognise, respect and address the needs of survivors who face particular barriers when seeking access to services, including those from minority groups or with protected characteristics
• Safeguard the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk; working within safeguarding policies, Child Protection Procedures and local procedures for safeguarding adults at risk.
• Maintain accurate client records, outcome and monitoring data. Prepare information or reports for the monitoring and evaluation of the service.
• Complete daily ward rounds to raise awareness and identify any potential DA support needs for staff or patients.
• Participate in an out of hours rota, providing an on-call phone support service to hospital staff on Friday evenings and weekend days as timetabled.

Partnership Working and Training

• Promote the HIDVA service in the hospitals and build positive relationships with hospital staff, in particular safeguarding teams and clinicians.
• Attend safeguarding, mental health and frequent attenders meetings to screen patients for potential domestic abuse and provide advice to staff.  Together with any other helpful meetings that may arise.
• Deliver training to staff in various health settings across Kent to raise awareness of domestic abuse, safe enquiry and appropriate responding.

General

• Maintain commitment to and work in line with the Rising Sun Framework.
• Uphold the rights of women, children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse, and proactively assess the gender specific, trauma informed needs and the safety of children and women to ensure that any risks/needs identified are addressed, having full regard to Rising Sun Safeguarding Children policy and Safeguarding Adults policy
• Ensure confidentiality on all appropriate matters, and adhere to the requirements of the Data Protection Act.
• Comply with Rising Sun’s policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continued professional development, being responsible for personal learning and keeping up to date on research, relevant legislation, policy and practice, and other literature relevant to the role.
• Work across teams and undertake such other duties, appropriate to the grade and nature of the work, as may reasonably be expected.

This job description sets out the duties of the post at the time it was drawn up and will be reviewed from time to time. Duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot of themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following experience, knowledge, skills and attitudes.

Qualifications

• Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) qualification (desirable)
• Independent Sexual Violence Advocate (ISVA) qualification (desirable)
• Health qualification (desirable)
   

Knowledge and Experience

• At least 2 years’ experience of working with survivors of domestic abuse, including high risk clients, assessing risks and needs and ability to use professional judgment and make decisions
• Experience of co-producing short and longer term safety and support plans with survivors and their children
• Experience working with the police, social services and MARAC
• Experience of working in a hospital / health setting (desirable)
• Experience working with people with mental health needs, substance misuse, other complex needs (desirable)
• Experience working within maternity/midwifery services (desirable)
• Experience supporting older people (desirable)
• Experience of delivering training (desirable)
• Knowledge of criminal and civil legal remedies and housing law relating to domestic abuse
• Knowledge of domestic abuse risk assessment tools including DASH and understanding of the MARAC process
• A thorough understanding of safeguarding relating to adults with care and support needs and understanding of safeguarding children
• Up to date knowledge of the welfare benefits system and the ability to ensure service users maximise their benefit entitlement (desirable)
• Knowledge of local services and DA Specialists across Kent & Medway (desirable)

Skills and Attitude

• Ability to network face to face and virtually, to develop new contacts and partnerships
• Ability to train professionals on recognising domestic abuse and responding appropriately (desirable)
• Ability to use appropriate institutional advocacy to maximise positive outcomes and use the appropriate reporting mechanisms to highlight persistent or recurring issues that arise
• Ability to motivate yourself and work independently on your own initiative
• Solution focused and creative in approaching new challenges
• Competent using Microsoft office programmes, in particular MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Passionate about the aim and principles of Rising Sun
• Committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and maintaining confidentiality

General

• A commitment to the values and ethos of the Rising Sun
• A good understanding of cultural issues, and commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.
• Able to work some evenings and weekends
• Able to cover some Bank Holidays and cultural events on a rota basis with time off in lieu or overtime where appropriate
• Eligible to live and work in the UK
• Able to drive and have access to a reliable car (the post holder will be required to attend meetings and deliver training across our areas of work)

 

Equal Opportunities Statement

Rising Sun is an equal opportunities employer. We recognise intersecting identities, and value what having a diverse team brings, both in terms of effectively responding to client needs, and engaging with each other at work. We encourage applicants from all sections of the community; especially from minority groups/groups with a protected characteristic such as B.A.M.E., who are currently underrepresented at Rising Sun. We are disability-friendly, and flexible working is available in the majority of roles. We strive to offer accommodations to all applicants who need them.

Safeguarding Statement

Rising Sun is committed to safeguarding those we provide a service to. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, a ‘right to work check’ in accordance with UK government Home Office guidelines, and to provide two references.

Benefits

We offer a number of benefits to team members including:

• 25 days annual leave per year
• A bonus day of leave for your birthday
• 3% matched pension contribution
• Access to Rising Sun’s counselling service
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health care cash plan for you and your children for a number of health treatments (e.g. dental, optical, physiotherapy etc.) and also discounts in shops and attractions
• Up to four weeks sick pay in any 12 month period (eligible after probation period)