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Senior Editorial Content Producer (maternity cover)
Do you love words, stories, copy-editing and creating content? Are you also skilled at scheduling? Then come join our communications team and be part of a group of people who want to use their creativity for God’s mission.
• Fixed Term 35 hours per week
• Hybrid working – approximately two days a week at CMS House, Oxford.
• Starting salary £34,880 (FTE) depending on experience, with a generous pension contribution: up to 15 per cent employer contribution on annual salary
We welcome applications from everyone. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from minority groups as they are currently underrepresented within our organisation at this level. All appointments are made on merit of skill, experience and potential as set out in the job description and person specification.
Talk to us first?
If you would welcome an informal discussion about the role before applying, please contact Justine Nola, People and Culture Manager.
Your role
We are looking for a talented writer and editor who also has a flair for organisation. You’ll create and edit content for a variety of platforms, both print and digital and keep track of a bustling team’s workflow, liaising with other CMS teams and freelancers as necessary. An ideal post for someone who loves words as well as a good spreadsheet or two.
The organisation you’ll be joining
Church Mission Society is comprised of people who are passionate about mission and fired up about helping people follow Jesus. For over 200 years CMS has been at the forefront of global mission, living out the gospel of Jesus, seeing lives changed and communities transformed. If you join CMS you will find an organisation that has been reinvigorated with a fresh vision to make disciples of Jesus among people at the edges, both in the UK and around the world.
What you’ll need to succeed
The successful candidate will have extensive experience crafting quality editorial content, from news and feature stories, to think pieces and marketing materials, to social media posts and video scripts. An ideal candidate will also have demonstrable skills in creating and managing workflow schedules for individuals and teams.
It is also a requirement for this post holder to be a committed and practising Christian as well as committed to CMS’s values and aims. / You will need to be in sympathy with the aims and values of Church Mission Society.
Further details can be found in the job description and person specification available to download on the CMS website.
Our commitment to you
Our core values of being pioneering, relational, faithful and evangelistic are integral to everything we do, and we work hard to ensure that every member of staff is valued, supported and encouraged to continually learn and develop their skills.
We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of the people we serve, our partners, our volunteers, and our staff. We believe that every child or adult we come into contact with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm and abuse. Our recruitment and selection processes are in line with our Safeguarding Policy and the SCHR Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, which CMS is a member of as part of our commitment to safeguarding.
Closing date
We must get your application by midnight on Sunday 27 April 2025.
Interviews are planned to be held on Thursday 15 May 2025 at CMS House, Oxford.
To apply
Please send your application form, CV and two or three recent examples of articles or copy you’ve produced and/ or a link to your writing portfolio via our website or by post to HR Team, Church Mission Society, Watlington Road, Oxford OX4 6BZ. CVs will only be considered when sent with a completed application form, which is available to download from our website.
Candidates for all UK roles must already be eligible to work in the UK, with a valid visa and work permit if required.
As a member of the Inter-agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, CMS has committed to systematically check with previous employers from the last five years for any ‘SEAH’ (Sexual Exploitation, Abuse or Harassment) issues relating to all potential new hires.
People at the edges are at the centre of God’s story. Join our global movement as we follow Jesus to the edges together.




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Face-to-Face Fundraiser – End Homelessness With Shelter!
Location: Various locations across Glasgow
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £12.50-16.50
Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you have the confidence and charisma to inspire people to support the fight against the current housing emergency? Join Shelter as Face-to-Face Fundraiser and take the first step toward a meaningful career in the charity sector!
Why This Role?
- Exciting & Rewarding – Every conversation you have could help provide advice, support and access to secure housing
- Career Growth – Many of our fundraisers go on to work in senior roles within Shelter and the wider charity sector.
- Be Part of a Team – Join a vibrant, passionate community of like-minded individuals working together to create change.
- Develop Valuable Skills – Gain experience in communication, persuasion, and public engagement—essential skills for a career in NGOs, advocacy and fundraising.
Your Role:
As a Face-to-Face Fundraiser, you’ll be engaging with people in high streets and events, inspiring them to become long-term supporters of Shelters crucial work to end homelessness. You’ll be trained to confidently share Shelter's mission and work, helping raise vital funds for people affected by the current housing climate and homelessness.
What We’re Looking For:
- Passion for the cause
- Confidence and excellent communication skills
- A team player with a positive attitude
- Resilience and motivation to achieve fundraising targets
- Previous fundraising or sales experience is a bonus (but not essential!)
What You’ll Get:
- Competitive hourly pay
- Comprehensive training and ongoing support
- Career progression opportunities within Shelter and the charity sector
- A fun and inspiring work environment
- The knowledge that your work directly helps save lives around the world
Apply Now & Start Your Journey in the Charity Sector!
If you’re ready to make a real impact and start a career that matters, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and help us bring rally support to those who need it the most!
Everyone has the right to a safe, stable and affordable home. Join Shelter as a Face-To-Face Fundraiser today!
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Face-to-Face Fundraiser – End Homelessness With Shelter!
Location: Various locations across Manchester
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £12.50-16.50
Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you have the confidence and charisma to inspire people to support the fight against the current housing emergency? Join Shelter as Face-to-Face Fundraiser and take the first step toward a meaningful career in the charity sector!
Why This Role?
- Exciting & Rewarding – Every conversation you have could help provide advice, support and access to secure housing
- Career Growth – Many of our fundraisers go on to work in senior roles within Shelter and the wider charity sector.
- Be Part of a Team – Join a vibrant, passionate community of like-minded individuals working together to create change.
- Develop Valuable Skills – Gain experience in communication, persuasion, and public engagement—essential skills for a career in NGOs, advocacy and fundraising.
Your Role:
As a Face-to-Face Fundraiser, you’ll be engaging with people in high streets and events, inspiring them to become long-term supporters of Shelters crucial work to end homelessness. You’ll be trained to confidently share Shelter's mission and work, helping raise vital funds for people affected by the current housing climate and homelessness.
What We’re Looking For:
- Passion for the cause
- Confidence and excellent communication skills
- A team player with a positive attitude
- Resilience and motivation to achieve fundraising targets
- Previous fundraising or sales experience is a bonus (but not essential!)
What You’ll Get:
- Competitive hourly pay
- Comprehensive training and ongoing support
- Career progression opportunities within Shelter and the charity sector
- A fun and inspiring work environment
- The knowledge that your work directly helps save lives around the world
Apply Now & Start Your Journey in the Charity Sector!
If you’re ready to make a real impact and start a career that matters, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and help us bring rally support to those who need it the most!
Everyone has the right to a safe, stable and affordable home. Join Shelter as a Face-To-Face Fundraiser today!
Care & Repair in Powys is a Community Benefit Society with charitable purposes. We are seeking a Service Delivery Manager to join our small and friendly team. The post holder will use their management and organisational experience and skills to ensure that the agency continues to deliver high quality, cost effective small, medium and large home adaptations enabling older and disabled people to remain at home in comfort and security.
The post holder will line manage the technical, practical services and administrative teams, ensuring that Health and Safety requirements are fully met.
The post is for 21 hours per week (0.6FTE), on a hybrid contract. A minimum of 60% of hours is expected at the Newtown based office, with the remainder being available as home working.
Please refer to the job description and person specification requirements in your application.
Examples of our work can be viewed here:
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https://youtu.be/yQ3_QfoN0lE
Care & Repair in Powys is a subsidiary of the Barcud Group.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Digital Children, Young People & Families Worker Location: London, N17 0AR Salary: £26,250 - £34,650 per annum Our client’s vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. They tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support. They have almost 200 services around England – and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year their services support around 125,000 people. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen within a commissioned Children, Young People and Families Drug and Alcohol service - Insight Platform for a Digital Children, Young People and Families worker. Duties include:
They are searching for a candidate who is passionate, creative, enthusiastic and flexible to meet the needs of their young people and families; with excellent IT skills and apt at using digital tools including social media platforms, Zoom and MS Teams. They want to reach out to as many Children, Young People and Families affected by drugs and/or alcohol as they can; and this role is key to achieving this ambition. The new post holder will work as part of a team to provide collaborative recovery planning and case management to those who use or may be at risk of using drug and alcohol across all stages of individuals’ journeys, from assessment and engagement through to treatment and to promote the service across the Borough through social media, and creating a digital roadmap of services for Young People (strength based approach to diversionary activities and ETE). Benefits
To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Waythrough, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application. The company is an equal opportunities employer. |
Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value.





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Location: Various locations across Glasgow
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £12.50-£16.50
Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you have the confidence and charisma to inspire people to support the fight against the current housing emergency? Join Shelter as Door-to-Door Fundraiser and take the first step toward a meaningful career in the charity sector!
Why This Role?
- Exciting & Rewarding – Every conversation you have could help provide advice, support and access to secure housing
- Career Growth – Many of our fundraisers go on to work in senior roles within Shelter and the wider charity sector.
- Be Part of a Team – Join a vibrant, passionate community of like-minded individuals working together to create change.
- Develop Valuable Skills – Gain experience in communication, persuasion, and public engagement—essential skills for a career in NGOs, advocacy and fundraising.
Your Role:
As a Door-to-Door fundraiser, you'll be going across London and interacting with people at their homes inspiring them to help support Shelters mission. You’ll be trained to confidently share Shelter's mission and work, helping raise vital funds for people affected by the current housing climate and homelessness.
What We’re Looking For:
- Passion for the cause
- Confidence and excellent communication skills
- A team player with a positive attitude
- Resilience and motivation to achieve fundraising targets
- Previous fundraising or sales experience is a bonus (but not essential!)
What You’ll Get:
- Competitive hourly pay
- Comprehensive training and ongoing support
- Career progression opportunities within Shelter and the charity sector
- A fun and inspiring work environment
- The knowledge that your work directly helps save lives around the world
Apply Now & Start Your Journey in the Charity Sector!
If you’re ready to make a real impact and start a career that matters, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and help us bring rally support to those who need it the most!
Everyone has the right to a safe, stable and affordable home. Join Shelter as a Door-to-Door Fundraiser today!
To provide front of house duty cover and work with women from Stockport who are enquiring or reaching out to SWC for support
To work with women to identify support needs
To assess women
This is a non-case holding, assessment and referral post and is office based
The role will include safety planning, risk assessment, safeguarding, and triage
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the post
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
A prominent Housing Association that has been going for 20 + years are looking for an Assistant Finance Manager to join their co-operative, passionate team.
The organisation provides affordable, safe homes and puts a strong emphasis on tenant and worker satisfaction. This results in an environment that is enjoyable and provides opportunities to grow and develop.
They are looking for an Assistant Finance Manager who has experience of both financial and management accounting, and has supported in the preparation of annual budgets.
Responsibilities:
- Preparation of financial/management accounts to support stakeholders in decision making and business planning
- Ensure financial systems, reporting and processes are accurate for the organisation and strong controls are in place
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and have management skills that can foster and improve junior colleagues
- Undertake adhoc tasks including projects and change programmes
Requirements:
- Qualified / Part qualified accountant with solid experience in their respective field
- Housing Association experience preferable but also open to property/construction or other regulated businesses
- Good quality communication skills, ability to liaise with others and manage junior colleagues
- Strong IT skills and experience using various systems
If you are seeking your next career move and are looking for an opportunity to progress in your career, please apply as this role is moving fast.
In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.
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Location: Various locations across Manchester
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £12.50-£16.50
Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you have the confidence and charisma to inspire people to support the fight against the current housing emergency? Join Shelter as Door-to-Door Fundraiser and take the first step toward a meaningful career in the charity sector!
Why This Role?
- Exciting & Rewarding – Every conversation you have could help provide advice, support and access to secure housing
- Career Growth – Many of our fundraisers go on to work in senior roles within Shelter and the wider charity sector.
- Be Part of a Team – Join a vibrant, passionate community of like-minded individuals working together to create change.
- Develop Valuable Skills – Gain experience in communication, persuasion, and public engagement—essential skills for a career in NGOs, advocacy and fundraising.
Your Role:
As a Door-to-Door fundraiser, you'll be going across London and interacting with people at their homes inspiring them to help support Shelters mission. You’ll be trained to confidently share Shelter's mission and work, helping raise vital funds for people affected by the current housing climate and homelessness.
What We’re Looking For:
- Passion for the cause
- Confidence and excellent communication skills
- A team player with a positive attitude
- Resilience and motivation to achieve fundraising targets
- Previous fundraising or sales experience is a bonus (but not essential!)
What You’ll Get:
- Competitive hourly pay
- Comprehensive training and ongoing support
- Career progression opportunities within Shelter and the charity sector
- A fun and inspiring work environment
- The knowledge that your work directly helps save lives around the world
Apply Now & Start Your Journey in the Charity Sector!
If you’re ready to make a real impact and start a career that matters, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and help us bring rally support to those who need it the most!
Everyone has the right to a safe, stable and affordable home. Join Shelter as a Door-to-Door Fundraiser today!
Job Title: Floating Support Worker
Location: Warwickshire
Salary: £25,104 per annum
Contract type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Floating Support Worker to provide high quality practical and emotional support to survivors of domestic abuse and their children living in our dispersed refuge accommodation in Warwickshire. This service will provide emergency accommodation across Warwickshire with high-quality domestic abuse support, ‘by-and-for’ services for survivors of domestic abuse and their children.
The post holder will provide high quality support and safety planning to survivors and their children who are fleeing domestic abuse. This includes enabling survivors to access housing, welfare, benefits and legal advice. A key requirement is to provide personal welfare support and to ensure that survivors are provided with a safe, supportive and welcoming environment in accordance with Refuge’s philosophical principles.
The Floating Support Worker (FSW) will carry a caseload of survivors of domestic abuse to enable them to provide a more holistic and intensive support package. They will work closely with survivors from the point of crisis through to move on from the emergency accommodation. FSWs will work in partnership with both statutory and voluntary sector partners to ensure that the whole range of survivors’ needs are met.
As part of this role, you will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on call rota.
This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
Closing Date: 09:00am 21 April 2025
Interview Date: 29 April 2025
Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services, and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development.
Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being at the heart of an organisation’s operations—helping to keep the corporate services running smoothly, so that our Education and Supporter teams can focus on delivering impact through our programmes.
Both nationally and internationally, public discussion and political debate are increasingly polarised and divided. Social media, fake news and new technologies such as AI can create echo chambers, where claims pass unchallenged, and different views are hard to find. The English-Speaking Union shows that there is a more constructive and collaborative path. The ESU was founded in 1918 to build greater understanding and friendships between people and nations. We are an educational charity with international reach, with an ESU in over 50 countries. Today our work is focussed on training young people in oracy – speaking and listening skills, in critical thinking and self-expression - to build skilful communicators and engaged citizens and leaders.
The English-Speaking Union and our work is more important now than ever.
he Corporate Services team provides essential strategic and operational support across the organisation. Our governance function oversees compliance, risk management, and performance frameworks. The finance team manages budgets, financial planning, and reporting. All of this contributes to effective decision making. We are also responsible for looking after our properties, which includes maintaining oversight of two commercial leases, and maintaining Dartmouth House which is a grade II* listed events venue and our Head Office in Mayfair.
Purpose of this role
The Business Support Administrator will provide high quality support to the Board of Trustees and its sub-Committees, and the Chief Operating Officer. This role will work closely with the Executive Assistant to the Director General.
Responsibilities and Expectations
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Provide high-quality administrative and organisational support to the Chief Operating Officer, helping to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
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Coordinate the preparation and timely circulation of agendas, papers, minutes and action logs for Board and Committee meetings.
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Monitor and report on progress against Board and Committee actions, ensuring timely follow-up and delivery
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Support the delivery of the annual Board effectiveness review, gathering feedback and helping to implement improvements.
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Assist with the planning and delivery of the annual external audit, working with colleagues and auditors to meet key deadlines.
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Maintain key registers including the Gift & Hospitality Register, Declarations of Interest, and compliance trackers.
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Facilitate due diligence checks as needed, liaising with legal advisors to ensure accuracy and compliance.
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Maintain the organisation’s contract register, tracking review dates and supporting internal contract reviews and renewals.
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Deliver one-off projects and provide flexible support across the Corporate Services team as required.
Skills and Experience
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A track record of providing secretariat support, including minute taking.
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Excellent administrative skills, highly organised with very good attention to detail.
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A tactful and conscientious individual who can navigate through complex situations
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Understands the importance of maintaining confidentiality
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A good understanding of charity governance.
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Strong written and oral communication skills.
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A motivated self-starter who can quickly translate issues into solutions.
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A team player who can quickly build trusted relationships at all levels.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Can confidently and professionally challenge and hold people to account.
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The ability to manage several projects simultaneously whilst working at a high standard.
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Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Office.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a motivated person looking for a dynamic and varied role supporting special events for a leading charity?
We are excited to be recruiting for a new Special Events Assistant to join the Special Events and Celebrity Engagement team who sit within the St Mungo’s Philanthropy Team. We organise events and manage celebrity relationships, with the aim of spreading awareness and supporting our mission to rebuild lives and end rough sleeping.
The new role of Special Events Assistant will give you the opportunity to support the team in planning and delivering engaging events that highlight our clients' stories and the impact of our work, inspiring audiences to start or continue their support. Your role will include assisting with the planning and delivery of events, maintaining good relationships with internal and external stakeholders, managing event communications and collateral, processing data accurately and securely. This role offers a chance to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact. Other key responsibilities include:
- Assist with the planning and delivery of special events, working closely with the Special Events and Celebrity Engagement Manager.
- Work with teams across St Mungo’s, including our Philanthropy and Partnerships teams, to help create and deliver engaging events for donors and partners that contribute to achieving wider team objectives.
- Provide excellent supporter care and customer service, responding to event enquiries and co-ordinating event communications.
- Provide admin support to the Special Events function, ensuring the database (Raiser’s Edge NXT) is accurately maintained and up to date for events, and you’ll assist with reporting and gathering insights post-event.
- Follow fundraising best practices, adhere to St Mungo’s policies, and contribute to a supportive team culture.
About you
We are looking for someone with a proactive approach to learning and a passion for making a difference. You might already be in a similar role, have some previous experience in organising events or may be looking to bring transferable skills and a willingness to learn, to the role. Either way, if you want to get stuck into a new challenge, we encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate the following:
- Good organisation and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage your own time and a variety of tasks in a busy team environment.
- The ability to provide excellent customer service and build effective working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Some previous experience assisting with the planning, organising, and delivery of in-person and virtual events.
- Good admin skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office, IT software and database systems.
- Experience in using CRM databases (e.g. Raiser’s Edge), digital communication and collaboration tools is beneficial for this role.
In this role you will be required to work flexibly for at least 2 days per week from our Central Office in Tower Hill, London. This allows for training, in person collaboration, team building, line management and other relationship building opportunities. We support a flexible approach to work with opportunities for agile working for the rest of your week; from home, or other St Mungo’s London or regional locations.
How to apply
To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.
To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.
Closing Date: 10.00 am on 28 April 2025
Interview and assessment date: 12 and 14 May 2025
St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.
What we offer
- Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
- A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
- Great Pay and Other Benefits
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Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you!
We are looking for a Senior Keyworker
Salary: £22,000 - £27,000
Location: Portsmouth Office
Hours: 28 Hours per week
Contract: Fixed term until 2027
This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Please note: Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting.
About us
Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community.
We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women’s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies.
Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
About the role:
Working as a Senior Keyworker you will be responsible for supervising a small group of keyworkers, planned and ad-hoc supervision is an integral part of the Senior role, and you will be supporting keyworkers with monthly supervision and have oversight of safeguarding for the women they work with. You will be supporting the quality control for the region which will include dip-checks and data input.
About You:
To be successful as the Senior Keyworker you will need the below experience and skills:
You will have an in-depth knowledge of the range of needs and interventions required for women offenders. The ability to lead a small team to deliver inclusive, innovative and professional services. The ability to not only maintain own a small caseload of women, never compromising on quality engagements, but also to role model best practice and lead a team of Keyworkers
How to apply:
Please submit your up-to-date CV with a supporting statement. Please note that only applications made via the job advert on the Advance careers page, and those that include a cover letter will be considered.
· Closing Date for Applications: 11th May 2025
· Interviews are taking place on a rolling basis
*Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate.
What we can offer you - Employee Benefits:
- An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!)
- Additional days off to celebrate International Women’s Day, and for religious observance and moving home
- Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more
- Pension scheme
- Enhanced maternity/adoption provision
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee eye-care scheme
- Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles
- Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation
- Organisation wide away days
- Thorough induction and training
- Career development pathways
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Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have additional needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs.
Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities
We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits.
Safeguarding
Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA)
Location: London (On-site & Outreach Work)
Contract: Full-time – [Fixed Term to March 2026
Salary: £30,000 pa
Are you passionate about supporting survivors of domestic abuse? Do you have experience working with people with learning disabilities and autism? Respond is looking for a specialist Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to join our trauma-informed team.
About Us
Respond is a specialist organisation dedicated to supporting people with learning disabilities and autism who have experienced abuse, trauma, and complex life challenges. We provide psychotherapy, advocacy, and specialist interventions for survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
About the Role
As an IDVA at Respond, you will provide high-quality, trauma-informed advocacy to survivors of domestic abuse, ensuring their safety and empowering them to rebuild their lives. You will conduct risk assessments (DASH), develop safety plans, and work closely with agencies such as social services, police, and housing. You will also play a key role in raising awareness and improving support for neurodivergent survivors.
What You’ll Do
Provide specialist, person-centred advocacy for survivors with learning disabilities and autism.
Undertake risk assessments and safety planning to enhance survivor well-being.
Represent survivors at MARAC and multi-agency meetings, advocating for their needs.
Work closely with social services, health professionals, and the criminal justice system.
Deliver training and consultation to professionals on supporting neurodivergent survivors.
Ensure accurate case management and uphold safeguarding responsibilities.
What We’re Looking For
IDVA qualification OR significant domestic abuse advocacy experience.
Understanding of domestic abuse, coercive control, and trauma-informed practice.
Experience working with survivors of domestic abuse, particularly those with learning disabilities and autism.
Strong advocacy, case management, and multi-agency working skills.
Ability to adapt communication styles to support neurodivergent clients.
Knowledge of MARAC, safeguarding, and legal frameworks for domestic abuse cases.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a specialist, trauma-informed team making a real difference.
Receive ongoing training and professional development.
Work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Hybrid/flexible working options available.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Send your CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the criteria by 2nd May 2025.
Got questions? Get in touch at via Charity Job.
Join us in creating a safer, more inclusive world for survivors of domestic abuse.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you an inspiring storyteller who knows how to connect with supporters and drive action? Are you looking for a role where you can bring creativity, insight, and purpose together to create real change?
We’re looking for a strategic and motivated Individual Giving Officer to lead the development and delivery of innovative direct marketing campaigns across print and digital channels. You’ll play a pivotal role in growing our supporter base, increasing income, and delivering exceptional donor experiences — with a special highlight being your involvement in our flagship BBC Radio 4 Christmas Appeal, now in its 99th year and raising close to £2 million annually.
You’ll work closely with colleagues across Fundraising, Digital, and Supporter Care, as well as with external agencies and suppliers, to deliver high-quality, insight-led campaigns that deepen engagement and drive impact.
This is an exciting time to join the team — we have ambitious plans for growth and innovation in our Individual Giving programme, and this role offers the chance to help shape and deliver that vision. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, have a strong eye for detail, and want to make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Description
Job Title: Individual Giving Officer
Responsible to: Head of Individual Giving
Contract type: Permanent; Full-time (35 hours a week)
Salary: £33,000
Hours: 35 per week
Location: Runway East, 24-28 Bloomsbury Way, London. WC1A 2SN. Bloomsbury & Holborn Coworking & Private Offices (runwayea.st)
We offer flexible and hybrid working, but office-based work will be expected regularly.
Main purpose of role:
The primary purpose of this role is to develop and deliver innovative direct marketing campaigns that drive donor engagement across our regular giving and cash programmes. As an Individual Giving Officer, you will play a crucial role in shaping our fundraising program. A highlight of this opportunity is supporting the delivery of our flagship BBC Radio 4 Christmas appeal, a campaign that is now in its 99th year and generates nearly £2m each year.
We have ambitious plans in place to expand our donor base and increase income through our individual giving activity and we are looking for a passionate, strategic professional who can help us turn these plans into reality. This role offers an exciting blend of strategic planning and campaign delivery giving you the chance to make a real difference in supporting our work preventing homelessness.
Main duties and responsibilities:
• Project manage multiple direct marketing campaigns delivering accurate campaigns on time, on budget and to a high standard.
• Work across the organisation to gather engaging content for our direct marketing activities. Write and review copy for collateral used for engagement, conversion and acquisition activities.
• Completing relevant campaign management documents including post-activity analysis reports, identifying learnings and recommendations for future campaigns, and writing internal and external briefs.
• Support the Head of Individual Giving with forecasting and reporting across financial and non-financial KPIs in relation to the Individual Giving programme.
• Ensure excellent communication and liaison between the St Martin’s Charity’s Fundraising team, marketing agencies, suppliers and key stakeholders.
• Work with the CRM Manager to ensure that all campaign data is utilised and captured efficiently, effectively and accurately.
• Work with the Senior Digital Marketing Manager to ensure the Charity optimises digital fundraising opportunities in relation to individual giving.
• Acting as a day-to-day contact with external agencies ensuring high quality delivery of campaigns on time and on budget.
• Maintain a close working relationship with the Supporter Care Officer so that they are aware of all activity and able to respond to enquiries and complaints
• Keep abreast of key individual giving fundraising trends and issues and the regulatory environment.
• Ensure all St Martin’s Charity’s Individual Giving communications are consistent with the Charity’s brand values.
• Reflect the Charity’s approach to Equal Opportunities and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Experience
Essential
• Demonstrable experience of project management across a range of direct marketing channels including print and digital.
• Experience of copywriting.
• Experience in researching content for fundraising and marketing materials.
• Experience of writing creative, response fulfilment, data selection and print production briefs.
• Experience of working with agencies, collaborating with them to get the best results. This should include managing creative, print, digital and media agencies.
• Examples of success in contributing to achieving results against targets for fundraising campaigns.
• Planning and budgeting in an individual giving context.
Skills and knowledge
Essential
• Can demonstrate strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Evidence of strong interpersonal relationship building skills.
• Evidence of an understanding of Individual Giving fundraising, both in warm and cold contexts and including digital fundraising channels.
• Evidence of a strong creative instinct, both in leading the development campaigns and evaluating work.
• Can demonstrate high level of numeracy and data analysis skills.
• Can demonstrate strong IT skills and ability to use a relationship marketing database.
• Knowledge of Charity and data protection laws and the Fundraising Code of Practice.
• Evidence of knowing the importance of attention to detail.
Abilities & key competencies
Essential
• Ability to work under pressure to multiple deadlines.
• Ability to recruit, manage and develop individual donors.
• Ability to manage own workload and priorities, including identifying new areas and opportunities for support.
Ability to demonstrate initiative, creativity, identify opportunities and to research and evaluate their viability to achieve desired outcomes.
How to apply
If you are passionate about our work to address homelessness and would like to join the Charity as its Individual Giving Officer, please complete the application form available on our online jobs board.
Submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining:
- Why you are interested in this role
- Your relevant experience.
Application Timeline
We are accepting applications until Monday, 28th April, but we are reviewing applications on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
· First interviews: Planned for 7th and 8th May
· Second round (including a task): Scheduled for w/c 12th May
We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible and reserve the right to close applications early if we find the right candidate.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.