Jobs in Blackheath

Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. In 2024 we embarked on our new 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it. 

Are you ready for a new challenge? We have an exciting opening to join the central Finance team at Crisis, playing a key role in supporting and enabling the organisation in our mission to end homelessness. 

Location: Based in London. Working from home is an option in line with Crisis’ hybrid working policy.

About the role 

As an Accounts Payable Executive within the Accounts Payable team, you will play an important role in providing accurate and up to date financial information to the organisation, empowering key decision makers.

You will help to maintain strong relationships with our key partners and suppliers and support our staff and volunteers in performing their vital roles.

As part of the Accounts Payable team, you will work with teams right across the organisation, giving you a great understanding and insight into the work that Crisis does day to day in our mission to end homelessness. 

About you 

To be successful in this role you will have 3 - 5 years relevant accounts payable experience, in depth understanding of finance processes and procedures and great attention to detail. You will also have intermediate level excel and strong interpersonal skills and be confident communicating with a range of stakeholders whether in person, over video calls or by email. 

You must also be AAT level 3 qualified or equivalent. 

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

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

Working at Crisis 

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

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

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

• Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.  

• Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%  

• 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave.

• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay. 

• Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm  

• Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)  

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

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

How to apply 

If this sound likes the opportunity for you, please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. 

Closing date: Sunday 26th January 2025 (at 23:59) 

Interviews will be held the week commencing Monday 3 February 2025 in person at Universal House 88-94 Wentworth Street London E1 7SA 

Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology for my application? 

We strongly discourage applicants from using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. This is so we can run a fair, transparent process which gives all applicants an equitable chance of success. We want to hear about your own experience and perspectives in your application and if shortlisted, during the interview too. 

Accessibility 

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

Student Basic Needs Coordinator (FTC - 24 Months)

Location: London (Hybrid)
Contract type: Fixed Term Contract
Hours: 35 hours a week
Salary: £31,833.05

Who we are

Part business, part charity, part membership body – students’ unions are all seriously fun places to work. They are organisations in their own right. Professionally run, but different. Professional teams support elected student leaders to make change, improve lives and fulfill potential; we help make it happen.

About the job

Are you passionate about enhancing student wellbeing and addressing barriers to academic success? Join us at Arts SU as our brand-new Student Basic Needs Coordinator and make a meaningful impact on our student community by contributing to our new Student Basic Needs Project.

Supported by Arts SU senior leadership, staff team and elected officers, you will play a vital role in creating and implementing initiatives that support students facing basic needs insecurities, including food, housing, and mental health. You will work collaboratively across university departments and with local organizations to promote awareness and access to essential resources.

You will gather and analyse data on student needs, organise workshops, and create informational materials to educate the community. Providing direct support through consultations and social media campaigns, you'll also collaborate with student leaders and campus partners on advocacy projects and community engagement initiatives.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a dynamic and proactive individual to join our team as the Student Basic Needs Coordinator. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to supporting student wellbeing. You should have experience in outreach or program development, enabling you to effectively identify and address gaps in basic needs support.

The person we seek will be data-driven, capable of analyzing student needs and trends to inform strategic initiatives. You will be collaborative by nature, eager to work with diverse groups, including students, staff, and community organizations, to promote awareness and access to essential resources. A passion for community engagement and a desire to foster a supportive environment are essential, as is the ability to adapt outreach efforts based on student feedback.

Additionally, you should be comfortable gathering feedback, developing digital outreach strategies, and creating informational materials that resonate with students and staff. Your advocacy skills will be crucial in guiding student leaders and enhancing campus initiatives aimed at addressing basic needs issues. If you are motivated by making a positive impact on the student experience and thrive in a collaborative setting, we encourage you to apply.

Why apply?

Because you’re excited by the challenge! The exact opposite of corporate, we’re progressive, daring and creative individuals working to make a difference in unconventional workplaces.

Benefits and Perks

In return for your passion and experience, we offer:

- a summer 4-day working week - we have a four day working week during the months of July & August
- Generous holiday entitlement (up to 39 days) - 25 days holidays per year, increasing at the rate of one day per full year served after the end of your second year of employment up to a maximum of 5 days
- A three-week closure during the festive period incorporating the three UK bank holidays (Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day). This is approximately 12 additional leave days.
- A six-day closure during spring incorporating the two UK bank holidays (Good Friday and Easter Monday). Therefore, closure dates are from Thursday before Good Friday to Tuesday after Bank Holiday Monday. These are 2 additional leave days.
- Birthday Leave
- 2 days of Volunteering Leave
- Religious Festival Leave (up to 2 days)
- Cycle to Work scheme, enabling significant savings on bicycle purchase
- Flexible/ hybrid working arrangements
- Access to UAL staff training courses
- NUS card discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Family-friendly employer
- Interest-free travel loan
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering free and totally confidential support on a range of topics, including coaching, wellbeing, legal and financial advice

How we recruit

We want to ensure all systems, policies and processes are free from bias or discrimination and are fair and accessible, therefore we ask that all candidates complete our Application Process in two stages:

Part 1 (Application Form) is all about you telling us about your suitability for the role and will be used to determine if you are shortlisted for interview.

Part 2 (Equal Opportunities Monitoring and Contact Form) is personal information – so we can contact you if you are shortlisted for the interview. It also helps us gather and analyse demographic information about our applicants. This part will only be seen by HR and will not have any impact on shortlisting.

Application forms are formatted to ensure the equality monitoring data is removed before applications are seen by the shortlisting panel. This process allows us to ensure that the shortlisting is done in a fair and consistent manner and all applicants are given the same opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.

Want to apply?

Please Note: To be considered, you must have the right to work in the UK or a valid work permit/visa and a National Insurance number.

Job application timeline:

Closing date: 23:59pm 2nd February
Intended Interview date: 18th February

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Are you passionate about driving change and supporting projects from conception to completion?

We’re seeking a Project Support Officer to become part of RBL’s skilled and innovative Transformation team on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract.

With a growing number of strategic programmes, our Transformation Management Office (TMO) is committed to maintaining its successful achievements. The role of the Project Support Officer will be part of this journey and will be supporting initiatives aimed at making a positive impact on the lives of our beneficiaries.

Together, the team in the TMO takes great pride in managing a diverse portfolio of programmes and projects. We work closely with our Executive team, as well as other senior leaders and colleagues across the charity, to provide expertise in project, programme and change management.

As a key member of our team, you’ll play a crucial role in facilitating smooth project workflows, coordinating schedules and ensuring timely delivery of outcomes. We want someone to become an integral part of the delivery and get out there to understand the RBL and make a difference to the lives of those who have served, and currently serve, to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

The successful Project Support Officer should be proactive with exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Working with an experienced team you will be reporting into the Transformation Cluster Leader. This role will also provide personal assistant support to the Director of Change and Transformation.

Some of the key areas of responsibility are as follows:

- Support the Cluster Leader, Programme or Project Manager to ensure programme and project delivery is managed to a defined plan, with the appropriate project management methods, processes and standards implemented and maintained throughout the programme or project lifecycle.
- Engage with stakeholders at various levels to gather requirements, provide updates and address concerns.
- Support the Cluster Leader, Programme or Project Manager to prepare regular progress reports and presentations.
- Support the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks and issues, working closely with Programme and Project managers to develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Diary organising and planning management for Director of Change and Transformation, ensuring that commitments and competing demands are efficiently managed and future needs anticipated.

Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.

You will be expected to travel in the course of your work including to our London, Haig House, hub. You will be contracted to your home address, where you will be expected to work – using our collaboration tools – when not travelling.

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics and aim to operate an inclusive recruitment process.

Closing Date: Monday 20th January 2025

Interview process will consist of two stages, involving competency and values-based questions, along with a short assessment, and a ‘meet the team’ session. To be held virtually on dates to be confirmed.  

Successful candidates will be expected to visit our London Head Office on the start date to complete employment screening. 

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

CRM Technician

These are exciting times for the charity, and we have an excellent opportunity for a flexible and professional team player with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills and a strong customer service ethic to join the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Team, as a CRM Technician.

Position: CRM Technician

Location: Remote (onsite attendance in Sidmouth currently anticipated to be 2 days per month)

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 08.30-16.30, Monday-Friday

Salary: £33,082 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: Tuesday 28th January

About the Role

As CRM Technician, you will provide support and development for the CRM database (currently Blackbaud CRM) for end-users in the UK, Ireland and Europe, and  will support users by facilitating efficient data capture, processing, manipulation and reporting on fundraising activities.

Your principal duties and responsibilities will include:

• Providing support for all aspects of CRM to all end-users, particularly focusing on requests for data and reports and logged faults.
• Developing, building and running data processes required by end-users using a range of external data tools and inbuilt database features, writing clear end-user guides to document new work procedures.
• Providing advanced and specialised training to end-users of the system throughout all charity locations, including UK, Ireland, Europe and Advocacy.
• Creating and performing housekeeping routines and data cleansing based on trouble shooting and error correction to ensure the integrity of the database and inform evidence-based decision making by the wider fundraising team.
• Running the time critical task of ensuring bi-monthly Direct Debit payments are reconciled and imported accurately to the CRM database, providing an accurate portrayal of generated income for Management Accounting processes.
• Using the CRM database to provide accurate data to support fundraising activities.
• Maintaining expert working legislative knowledge advising colleagues across the organisation and implementing procedures for GDPR data compliance, ensuring that legal obligations are adhered to in relation to data protection and gambling legislation.

About You

With experience of working with databases and spreadsheets, you will have a high level of data protection/GDPR knowledge and meticulous application.

You will also have experience of:

• Complex data exports & imports and of compiling complex reports using ETLs & report builders, data visualisation tools (such as PowerBI) and analysis and interpretation tools (such as KNIME).
• Maintaining high level of accuracy and attention to detail whilst working in a busy team.
• Communicating complex data issues clearly.

What you get in return…

• Competitive pension.
• Life assurance.
• 31 days holiday (including Bank holidays), rising to 34 with each full year of service.
• Wellbeing team.
• Recorded Pilates classes.
• Long service awards.
• Healthshield plan
• Free parking.
• Subsidised restaurant and shop.

About the Organisation

The sanctuary is one of the UK’s largest international animal welfare charities, currently supporting projects in over 35 countries worldwide, working for a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.

The Charity is a Disability Confident Employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults) and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post.

You may also have experience in areas such as CRM, Salesforce, CRM Support, Salesforce Support, CRM Officer, Salesforce Officer, CRM Administrator, Salesforce Administrator, Database Administrator, CRM Support Officer.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation

Prospectus is thrilled to collaborate with our esteemed client, a leading global university, in their pursuit of a temporary Residence Hall Assistant. This role is dedicated to nurturing an environment conducive to the academic and personal development of residents. This is a full-time position (35 hours per week) looking to run until 14 th February in the first instance, situated onsite 5-days a week in Central London.

The responsibilities primarily revolve around activities across the university's London campus, encompassing weekly meetings, check-ins/checkouts. The post holder will share rotational on-call duties during working hours, promptly addressing urgent issues with the support of senior team members. Core tasks include managing check-ins, room preparations, assisting students with roommate issues and room changes, addressing student complaints, updating access systems, managing room keys and guest passes, overseeing stock levels, and handling inquiries both in-person and via email.

To qualify for this role, candidates must possess exceptional organisational and administrative skills, along with a track record of delivering top-notch customer service. A comprehensive understanding of London, coupled with adept problem-solving abilities and experience in managing challenging customer conversations, is essential. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate empathy towards the challenges faced by young adults in university settings, especially those from abroad, and exhibit a passion for providing accurate information and caring support during vulnerable moments. Strong interpersonal and written communication skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office, are prerequisites.

This position requires immediate availability. If you meet these criteria, please express your interest by submitting your CV through the 'apply now' link below.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

 

The Corporate and Community Volunteer Officer plays a crucial role at High Trees, focusing on driving our corporate volunteering strategy to deliver meaningful, high-impact programs that support both the local community and our corporate partners. Corporate volunteering is at the heart of this role, and you will take the lead in designing and delivering innovative initiatives that align with corporate social responsibility (CSR) goals and generate essential resources to sustain and grow High Trees’ diverse services.

As the primary point of contact for our corporate partners, you will build and maintain strong relationships with businesses, ensuring their engagement and contributions go beyond one-off activities to form lasting, strategic partnerships. You will design tailored corporate volunteering opportunities, such as team-building volunteer days and skills-based initiatives, that deliver measurable benefits for both the business and the community. You will also explore and secure additional funding streams through sponsorships, grants, and creative collaborations, positioning High Trees as a leader in impactful corporate-community engagement.

While the corporate element is the primary focus, you will also oversee High Trees broader volunteering program for local residents, managing their recruitment, training, and placement across our services. This includes providing young people with meaningful work experience placements that offer diverse opportunities for personal and professional development. This is a programme working with a small group of residents each year, with the focus on making sure the programme is of real tangible value to those involved.

This role is ideal for a highly motivated individual with a strong background in corporate engagement, relationship management, and strategic thinking, who is passionate about using partnerships to create lasting community impact.

Prospectus is excited to be supporting our client in their search for a Fundraising Manager. The organisation is a social enterprise and non-profit that are dedicated to supporting refugees to realise their entrepreneurial ideas, and to make these a reality.

Coming from a myriad of backgrounds and over 60 different countries of origin, their community members share a desire to use entrepreneurship to take their destiny into their own hands; to improve their lives; those of their loved ones; and those of their clients & new communities.

They are looking for a fundraiser who has experience working in corporate fundraising and securing revenue from grant-making trusts and foundations. You should be able to demonstrate how you have secured and developed partnerships at each step of the process, ensuring that partnerships are ethical and aligned with the organisation's values.

You will identify 15 new leads and submit a handful of high value bids each year with a focus on trusts, foundations and corporate partnerships. You will manage the bid process and support the team when needed to find additional prospects. The successful candidate will be able to analyse complex data and write a compelling case for support. You will be an excellent communicator and demonstrate a passion for helping others to thrive!

This will ideally be a part time role, though there is the potential for it to be more full time. The role is mostly remote, with around 2 days a month in the office.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome candidates to apply regardless of age, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Flora at Prospectus.

 
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. To apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.

Contract length: Permanent

Location: North West London

Hours per week: 35, hybrid working with minimum two days in the office

Salary:  £32-35k depending on experience

Closing date for applications: Sunday 26th January 2025 at midnight, interested applicants are encouraged to apply early.

Interview dates: We will be conducting Teams interviews w/c 27th January, followed by an in person interviews w/c 3rd February.

Are you a digital fundraising expert passionate about making a real difference for animals in need? We are looking for a Senior Digital Fundraising Officer to join us at Mayhew.

We’re a passionate, committed and diverse team of c80 staff and c150 volunteers. We offer expert veterinary care, rescue and rehoming services, programmes in the community and guidance and support to improve the lives of dogs and cats in need.

Based in London with hybrid working opportunities, this role offers an exciting chance to combine creativity, strategy, and data-driven insights to support Mayhew’s vital work for dogs, cats, and communities in the UK, Afghanistan and Georgia.

This is a key role in the Fundraising Team at Mayhew helping to generate significant income from our digital audiences, ensuring they’re engaged with Mayhew and committed to supporting our aims to deliver greater impact for animals.

This role involves managing a range of fundraising campaigns across multiple digital channels– including social media, email and PPC, ensuring that campaign deadlines and income targets are met, and all activity is evaluated to drive future improvements.

The successful candidate will take a leading role in growing our supporter base through engaging digital acquisition activity, as well as maximising income through the cultivation of audiences already warm to Mayhew.

Our new Senior Digital Fundraising Officer must be experienced in planning and delivering fundraising campaigns across a range of online channels, with strong project management skills and experience in both acquisition and retention of donors, keeping them engaged via compelling fundraising communications. You will have an excellent understanding of digital fundraising, and hands-on experience of working with Facebook, PPC, email and web platforms.

You will be a strong multi-tasker, with the ability to hit deadlines. You will combine creativity with a solid foundation of technical and analytical skills and have proven experience in developing and delivering digital fundraising content.

Generally, you will be:

• Leading and delivering digital fundraising campaigns across paid social media, email, and PPC channels, including creative development, audience segmentation, testing and evaluation.
• Developing and implementing audience-focused acquisition and retention strategies to grow Mayhew’s supporter base and maximise income.
• Consistently produce, edit, and proofread engaging fundraising copy for digital campaigns and online content, ensuring accuracy and alignment with our objectives.
• Building engaging landing pages and ensuring our donation platform is functional, optimised, and user-friendly.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external agencies to improve donor journeys and online engagement.
• Consistently track digital expenditure and manage the digital fundraising budget to ensure cost-effective results.
• Tracking, reporting and analysing campaign performance to identify insights and improvements for future activities.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have a proven track record of delivering successful digital and multi-channel fundraising campaigns, including paid advertising on Meta, PPC, and email marketing.
• Have a solid understanding of digital fundraising tools, audience segmentation, and donor journey optimisation.
• Have strong analytical skills, creative campaign development, and exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Be organised: able to multitask and prioritise workload, including organising and planning daily and weekly activities to meet deadlines.
• Be a team player with a proactive attitude and a passion for animal welfare.

Why Join Mayhew?

You’ll be part of an ambitious organisation with plans to grow income and broaden our impact for dogs, cats, and communities. We work collaboratively and flexibly, always supporting one another to take opportunities and to manage competing priorities so we can achieve our objectives.

If you’re ready to make a real difference and thrive in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Mayhew and help us create a better future for dogs, cats, and the people who love them.

Salary: £24,570.00 per annum, pro-rated plus £5023.71 London Weighting per annum, pro-rated

Location: Kentish Town pop-up shop

Contract: Fixed term contract until June 2025

Hours: Part time - 22.5 per week

Closing date: Monday the 27th of January at 11:30pm

We're looking for an inspirational people person to join us as a Assistant Shop Manager in our Kentish Town pop-up shop location. This is an exciting opportunity, and we'd like you to join us to help raise vital funds for homeless and badly housed people.

You will work closely with the Shop Manager to ensure the shop looks welcoming, visually appealing and the team of volunteers are motivated and keen to engage with customers and maximise sales.

About the role

You will assist the Shop Manager in the recruitment, support and development of a strong community focused shop team and empower them to maximise Shelter's income. Representing Shelter in your local community, ensuring that you and your team share your knowledge of Shelter's cause with customers, volunteers, donors and potential Shelter clients will also be important aspects of the role. You will always ensure a safe, clean, bright and happy environment for your team to work in and for your customers to shop in, in turn attracting potential donors and volunteers.

About you

You are a naturally energetic person with an enthusiasm for managing and empowering people.

Your extraordinary motivational skills will enable you to inspire your team to increase sales and control costs. Above all, you are ready to take on a new challenge and have a keen interest in Shelter's cause.

We’re looking for someone friendly and personable, who can work well as part of a team and is proficient using Microsoft Office application and other systems used.

Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.

Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.

To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.

How to Apply

Please click ‘Apply for Job’ below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. Please provide specific examples of how you meet the criteria in the 'About you' section of this advert, following the STAR format, and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses:

• We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset

Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered

About Shelter

Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.

We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything,

We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.

Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent.

We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.

Safeguarding statement

Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.

We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

Do you want the unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced service, delivering exceptional support to families bereaved by and witness to homicide; coordinating a tailored package of support to service users and their families?

Would you enjoy working closely with Police Major Crime teams providing briefings on the work we do in the Homicide Service (HS)?

If yes, then we'd love to hear from you; we have an exciting opportunity for a Homicide Family Caseworker to join our team, you will be based in North West London working 37.5 hours a week. The team you will be joining within HS covers London and South East of England.

What we offer:

At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:

• Flexible working options including hybrid working
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday
• Pension with 5% employer contribution
• Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments
• High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts
• Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
• Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
• Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression

About the role:

You will be joining a passionate and committed team who provide high quality and bespoke support to service users. We pride ourselves on exceptional trauma informed advocacy and support to all service users.

You will be driven to make a difference every day with the ability to focus on the needs of vulnerable service users. You will have resilience and adaptability; understand the importance of professional boundaries; have excellent listening skills and the ability to demonstrate empathy. You will enjoy the challenge of a busy caseload and will be able to demonstrate the excellent organisation skills essential to managing a demanding and diverse workload.

Once in post you will benefit from the mandatory comprehensive training programme which will build on your existing skills and experience to prepare you for the role. Homicide Service training includes, criminal justice process; trauma informed approach to support; supporting traumatically bereaved families; personal and professional resilience.

As a fully trained Homicide Family Caseworker you will be responsible for managing your own complex caseload to the highest quality standards.

You will need to be able to travel to home visits within North West London, and occasionally outside of area, and therefore a driving license and use of a car are essential. You will be reimbursed for all travel costs.

Please read carefully the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details, this is essential for your application.

You will need:

• Understanding of the impact of crime on victims.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering services and working directly within a statutory, voluntary or multi agency setting(s).
• Ability to balance competing needs and priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A successful track record of building effective working relationships across internal and external stakeholders

About Us:

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.

Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.

As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.

If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.

How to apply:

To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. Please give examples where appropriate, and show your aptitude for post. Please ensure you answer each shortlisting criteria including the need to drive and have your own mode of transport.

We looking forward to hearing from you.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.

About The Role
We have a brilliant new opportunity for an experienced finance expert to join our Finance and Assurance team as our new Head of Transformation. Reporting to our Associate Director of Finance, you will be leading finance transformation and process improvement activities across the finance directorate. You’ll play a key role in driving forward continuous improvement and delivering those key improvements to maximize the benefit of our Finance team.
We have recently implemented a new finance system, Unit4 ERPx. This role will require you to lead and manage the post implementation phase of processes and ongoing transformation activity. Additionally, you will drive best practice financial management and process efficiency and consistency, ensuring that the Society maintains an effective financial control environment.

Alzheimer's Society has recently been named on the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023! We have achieved excellent scores for workplace happiness, pride, and job satisfaction. This is a fantastic achievement and we're incredibly proud as this is a great indication of how far we’ve travelled over the past few years.
 
We would love to welcome more outstanding people to join our exciting journey to make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.
 
This is a homeworking role, but you may be required to travel to attend meetings, events and team-days, so you must reside in the UK, have the correct right to work documents to work in the UK and be comfortable/willing to travel to our offices (London or Birmingham) if/when required.
 
About you

- Experience of managing successful projects and working with operational teams.
- Experience of systems implementation and post implementation embedding new processes and transitioning through change to steady state.
- Hold relevant financial accounting professional qualification; ACA, ACCA, CIPFA, ACMA (or equivalent) with post qualification experience operating at a senior level.
- Experience driving continuous improvement of financial process and promoting a culture to support this in a large organisation
- Experience leading teams in operating effective financial control environments, adopting a mindset of continuous improvement to strengthen controls and operational effectiveness.
- Experience of Unit4 ERPx or other ERP Finance Systems – particularly post implementation.

Person Specification

- Verbal and written communication skills to liaise with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- IT skills and extensive experience/knowledge on using Microsoft packages.
- Be confident in communicating, influencing, negotiating and managing internal and external stakeholders.
- Work collaboratively and be able to prioritise your workload effectively.
- Excellent organisational skills and great attention to detail.
- Advocate for Alzheimer’s Society, demonstrating passion and resilience to make a difference.

About Alzheimer's Society
At Alzheimer's Society, we believe passionately that life doesn't end when dementia begins.  We are here for anyone affected by dementia, and we do everything we can to keep people with dementia connected to their lives and the people who matter most.

Everything we do is shaped by people affected by dementia. Their knowledge and experience are critical to bringing about real-world solutions. From choosing the most promising research through to telling their stories to raise awareness; they are the heart of this organisation.

Our Values
We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.
Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don’t shy away from challenges.
Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.
Equal Opportunities
We’re a national charity providing dementia support to a community that’s ethnically diverse, but we don’t reflect this in our senior leadership. This needs to change.
We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from ethnically diverse communities who are traditionally underrepresented in the charity sector leadership roles.
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.

Salary: £24,713.78 per annum, pro-rated plus £5023.71 per annum, pro-rated

Location: Shelter pop-up shop Kentish Town

Contract: Fixed term contract ending June 2025

Hours: Full time 37.5 per week

Closing date: Monday the 27th of January at 11:30pm

This role is being advertised as a Shop Manager but on appointment your job title will be Community Shop Manager.

We’re looking for confident and influential people who want to be at the heart of their local community looking for an opportunity to have control of creative merchandising within managing a Shelter shop. Do you have experience of managing a team whilst also empowering and motivating individuals? If so, then this could be the role for you at our Kentish Town pop-up shop.

About you

You will need to be an active team player and be able to demonstrate how you’ve managed and motivated a team previously beyond expectations and experience of providing excellent customer service in a face-to-face role.

Have a good knowledge of recruiting and developing a diverse team and how you have supported and motivated teams to progress and how you would bring these skills into this position.

You will need to have good communication skills to engage with the local community to seek out new opportunities to increase the shops contribution to help further Shelter’s cause. You will develop your own and your teams’ interests in merchandising the shop attracting customers and continually develop yours and your team’s knowledge of Shelter, who we are and what we do.

How to Apply

Please click ‘Apply for Job’ below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. Please provide specific examples of how you meet the criteria in the 'About you' section of this advert, following the STAR format, and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses:

• We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset

Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered

About Shelter

Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.

We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything,

We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.

Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.

Safeguarding statement

Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

Exciting Opportunity! Seeking a Development Officer - Alcohol Licensing Sector!

Are you ready to take on a key role in shaping and driving a pioneering initiative aimed at improving safety and reducing vulnerability in the alcohol licensing sector? Join a respected, not-for-profit crime prevention organisation at the forefront of innovation and community safety.

Role: Development Officer - Alcohol Licensing Sector
Organisation Type: Not-for-profit crime prevention organisation
Salary/Rate: £45,000 - £48,000 per annum
Working Arrangements: Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week
Location: Remote-based, ideally in the South of England, with regular travel across the region (travel costs covered)

Employment Type: FTC - 6 months
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, full-time

About the Role:

Our client is seeking an experienced Development Officer - Alcohol Licensing Sector to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will drive the development, promotion, and implementation of the Licensing SAVI initiative, working closely with key stakeholders to enhance safety and reduce vulnerability in licensed venues.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with expertise in licensing, crime prevention, and community safety to make a real difference by advocating for innovative practices and building lasting relationships within the industry.

Main Responsibilities of the Role Include:

Promote and Implement Licensing SAVI:

• Advocate for Licensing SAVI as a safety and security standard for licensed venues.
• Confidently deliver presentations and engage with stakeholders in forums, meetings, and 1-to-1 sessions.
• Build Stakeholder Relationships:
• Work collaboratively with police forces, councils, local authorities, and venue operators to secure buy-in for the initiative.
• Maintain open communication and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
• Support Venue Safety and Security:
• Offer guidance on safety measures, crime prevention, and community confidence-building.
• Address key issues such as alcohol misuse, drug prevention, female safety, counterterrorism, cybercrime, and vulnerability reduction.
• Drive Revenue and Funding:

Promote Licensing SAVI to venues and secure funding to ensure the initiative's sustainability.
Expand the Initiative:

• Identify opportunities for geographical and sectoral growth of the Licensing SAVI initiative.

Deliver and Review:

• Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure submissions and assessments meet the required standards.

Work Autonomously:

• Self-manage tasks and deliver outcomes with minimal supervision.

To Be Considered for the Role You Will Have the Following Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

Essential:

• Strong knowledge and experience in licensing, including council or police licensing and alcohol premises licensing.
• Expertise in safety, security, and crime prevention within the licensing sector.
• Proven interpersonal, organisational, and presentation skills with the confidence to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience managing stakeholders, including police forces, councils, and industry professionals.
• A dynamic and self-starting approach, with the ability to work independently and think creatively.
• A valid driving license (preferred) for regional travel.

Desirable:

• Previous experience as a Crime Prevention Officer or in a related role.
• Familiarity with female safety initiatives and community engagement strategies.
• Experience working in pubs or clubs, with insight into operational challenges and solutions.

How to Apply:

To apply for the Development Officer - Alcohol Licensing Sector role, please reply and upload your CV quoting reference SOH81736, and we can provide more information to you.

Don't miss this opportunity to play a pivotal role in enhancing safety, security, and crime prevention in licensed venues. Apply today!

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Closing date: 2nd February 2025 at 23:59pm

Full time, Permanent

Hybrid - Whitechapel, London (1-2 days per week in office)

Salary: £40,440 - 41,850 per annum (salaries are graded against our pay framework and are not negotiable)

The B Corp Movement & the Better Business Act

B Lab UK is part of the global B Corp movement with the mission to inspire and enable people to use business as a force for good. The Better Business Act is B Lab UK’s flagship policy campaign, pushing for a change to UK legislation to make sure all businesses align the interests of people and the planet with profit. The campaign has the support of a coalition of over 3000 businesses and non-profits and is chaired by Mary Portas OBE and Douglas Lamont, CEO of Tony’s Chocolonely.

Why this job?

It’s an exciting time to join B Lab UK. With a new government and a fast-growing B Corp community, business as a force for good is making its way up the UK’s political agenda.

A key ingredient to us achieving our goals? Great relationships with political stakeholders. We’re looking for a Public Affairs Officer to join our team and play a central role in building relationships with politicians and policymakers, to ensure we're maximising the opportunities that the new government presents. 

As Public Affairs Officer, you will work closely with B Lab UK’s Marketing, Communications and Campaigns team to ensure effective communications which enable you to build solid foundational relationships across Westminster, enabling us to advance the goals of the Better Business Act.

In this role you will:

• Assist the Campaigns Manager to plan and deliver the campaign strategy for the Better Business Act.

• Keep abreast of external media and highlight political moments which might present risks and opportunities for the Better Business Act.

• Research, identify and prioritise strategic relationship building opportunities with policymakers, Members of Parliament and their offices.

• Prepare and brief the Campaign Director and Campaign Manager for meetings with key stakeholders.

• Maximise the Better Business Act (BBA) coalition of businesses to engage with their MPs, organising political visits regionally.

• Maintain a stakeholder database of Members of Parliament and policymakers, tracking relationships and progress.

• Work with the Campaign & Events Coordinator to engage political stakeholders in key events including the BBA’s programme of activity at Party Conferences.

Please refer to the job description linked below for full requirements for this role.

What we're looking for:

Remember no one has every skill or experience needed for this role and you’ll have the opportunity to learn a lot from the team. We believe someone who has a few of these is well suited to exceed in this role:

• Deep understanding of the levers involved in policy-change and parliamentary processes.

• A keen interest in politics and UK public affairs.

• Able to work on campaigns driving social change.

• Highly skilled in communication, relationship building and stakeholder management and confidence in dealing with stakeholders at all levels.

• Excellent written skills, with proven ability to commission/deliver policy reports, research, draft opinion pieces and to input to consultations.

• Ability to project manage and monitor work of external providers, in order to achieve objectives.

• A keen collaborator who values the ability to go further together with their colleagues and stakeholders.

• Passionate about sustainability, and specifically about the role that business can play in creating the future that benefits all people and the planet.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK (we are not able to provide visa sponsorship).

What we give you:

• Purpose driven work enabling B Lab UK’s mission of redefining the role of business as a force for good
• Hybrid and flexible working, we have a high trust environment and are advocates for right place working
• Hybrid working (min 1/2 days per week in office)
• Flexible working hours (based around core working hours)
• Opportunity to work 4 days a week 
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff)
• 1 additional annual leave day (pro-rata for part-time staff) for each complete annual year of service, up to a maximum of 30 days
• Our office is closed between Christmas and New Year, no need to take extra holiday!
• Private Medical and Dental cover
• £200 per annum tax free Annual Wellbeing allowance and Employee Assistance Programme
• 2 paid volunteer days per year
• Enhanced Parental Leave and family friendly policies, including carers leave
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Enhanced Pension and Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Income Protection policy
• Working in a flexible office workspace

B Lab believes an equitable and inclusive work environment and a diverse, empowered team are key to achieving our mission. We’re not looking for candidates who are “culture fits.” We’re looking for candidates who can expand our culture and challenge business as usual. We strive to foster an environment where all staff can bring themselves to work by their own definition, and we strive to provide all candidates with an equitable and accessible recruitment process.