Jobs in West Byfleet

Brockley Park, London

The vacancy

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (shifts include early, late, night, weekends, and bank holidays).

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people?

Join us as a Housing Support Worker, where you'll support 18-25-year-olds facing homelessness, helping them overcome challenges and build independent, fulfilling futures.

What You’ll Be Doing

In our supported housing schemes in Lewisham, you’ll work closely with young people, offering guidance, encouragement, and practical support tailored to their needs. Your role will include:

• Building trusting relationships with young people experiencing challenges like mental health issues, family breakdowns, or gang involvement.
• Supporting each individual through weekly progress meetings, helping them set and achieve their personal goals.
• Assisting young people in navigating the housing register and securing their next home when they’re ready to move on.
• Working flexibly as part of a rota, including early mornings, late evenings, night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.

What You’ll Bring

• Literacy Skills: Confident in reading and writing for accurate record-keeping and communication.
• IT Proficiency: Skilled in using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Understanding of Support Needs: Knowledge of housing support requirements for individuals with mental health issues, delivered through a flexible, outcome-focused, and person-centred approach.
• Thorough Welfare Benefits Knowledge: Up-to-date expertise on welfare benefits to effectively support young people.
• Exceptional Communication Skills: Capable of communicating clearly and compassionately at all levels, always mindful of the situation.
• Values That Shine Through: Kindness, empathy, positivity, energy, and enthusiasm.
• Calm and Assertive: Able to remain composed in challenging situations and handle conflicts with diplomacy and care.

Why Join Us?

We understand the challenges of this role, but seeing young people thrive and move toward independence is incredibly rewarding. You'll be part of a passionate, supportive team that shares your commitment to making a difference.  An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

Here just a few of the benefits for working at Peabody:

• 25 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays
• two additional paid volunteering days each year 
• flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal 
• 4 x salary life assurance
• up to 10% pension contribution
• the opportunity to broaden your skills and enhance your professional development by undertaking an accredited qualification, supported by us.

Ready to take the first step in changing young lives?

Apply today and start making an impact.

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV along with a brief statement about why you’re the perfect fit for this role. Don’t forget, your personal statement on the application form is your chance to stand out!  Use it to showcase your skills, experience, and passion, and tell us why you’re the ideal candidate for this position.

Closing date: 13 January 2025

Interviews are due to take place week commencing the 20 and 27 January 2024.

You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy.  Peabody are not able to offer Visa sponsorship.

Contract type Permanent

Weekly hours 37.5 hours per week, shifts 7.5 hours per day. between 8AM to 10PM including weekends and bank holidays

Meanwhile Gardens Community Association (MGCA), a cherished charity rooted in the heart of North Paddington and North Kensington, is looking for an exceptional Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead us into an exciting new chapter.

Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for community, nature, and social impact?

For over 45 years, MGCA has provided a vital green space for one of London’s most diverse communities. With its vibrant blend of ecological, educational, and horticultural projects, the gardens are a lifeline for local residents, fostering wellbeing, connection, and creativity. Now, we’re embarking on an ambitious transformation – the Factory Project. This landmark initiative, undertaken in partnership with the Metronomes Steel Pan Orchestra, will reimagine on-site facilities to better serve the community and secure a sustainable future.

About the Role

As CEO, you’ll provide the vision, strategy, and leadership to grow MGCA and bring its potential to life. Reporting to the board of trustees, you’ll spearhead the delivery of the Factory Project, forge impactful partnerships, and ensure MGCA thrives as a community-led organization. From capital fundraising to inspiring a team of dedicated staff and volunteers, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping MGCA’s next chapter.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a leader who combines strategic insight with hands-on determination. You’ll need:

• The ability to lead and grow small organizations in the charity sector.
• The ability to build partnerships.
• A track record in fundraising, particularly for community projects.
• A passion for ecological, educational, and community-based initiatives.
• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of leadership.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in one of London’s most vibrant communities. At MGCA, you’ll find:

• A supportive and engaged board of trustees.
• A passionate team of staff and volunteers.
• The chance to lead a high-profile community project.
• The reward of shaping a sustainable future for an iconic garden and its community.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to bring your vision, creativity, and leadership to a much-loved community organization, we’d love to hear from you! Please apply with a CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.

Application Deadline: January 31st 2025

Meanwhile Gardens is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences.

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money solely to support The Royal Marsden, a world-leading cancer centre. We ensure our nurses, doctors and research teams can provide the very best care and develop life-saving treatments, which are used across the UK and around the world.

From funding state-of-the-art equipment and ground-breaking research, to creating the very best patient environments, we will never stop looking for ways to improve the lives of people affected by cancer.

We are a very ambitious organisation which has gone through transformational growth over the past five years. Alongside funding an existing programme of world-leading research, treatment and care, the Charity completed its largest capital appeal to date, successfully raising £70 million to build the Oak Cancer Centre at the hospital’s Sutton site, which opened in summer 2023.

We have exceeded our fundraising targets, over the past three years, raising over £90m against a target of £83m and making over £82m in funding available to The Royal Marsden. However, with one in two of us expected to develop some form of cancer, it is essential that we go even further in our fundraising efforts to support the essential work of The Royal Marsden. Therefore, we have recently launched our most ambitious strategy yet, that will see us raising at least £215m over the 5-year period.

The Charity is committed to raising £150 million, through a major fundraising appeal, for a new major development project in Chelsea, which will launch in 2025/26. There is also an extensive portfolio of engaging projects outside of the capital appeals, that help to support all aspects of the hospital’s work to improve the lives of cancer patients.

Working for us offers you a challenging and rewarding career, as well as the chance to really improve the lives of those living with cancer. The Community Fundraising team stewards some of our most dedicated supporters, who organise events and bring their networks together to raise up to six figure sums. We build long lasting relationships with individuals as well as community groups, schools and corporate organisations to raise millions for Charity every year.

This role will play an important part in the engagement of community supporters, identifying new prospects and effectively stewarding existing supporters. You will be a high performing fundraiser with experience of delivering income growth through effective relationship management. You will be ambitious and proactive and relish the opportunity to support the Charity to achieve its ambitious goals.

Job Title: Production and Facilities Manager
Location: The Poppy Factory, 20 Petersham Road, Richmond, Surrey TW10 6UR
Full Time: 37.5 hours per week (08:00-16:30, Monday to Friday)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £48,175 per annum

At The Poppy Factory, we take immense pride in our mission to support veterans and their families, helping them to lead fulfilling lives after service. We are a close-knit team united by our shared values of Adaptability, Collaboration, Empowerment and Sense of Purpose. We are looking for a Production and Facilities Manager who embodies these values, someone who is committed to excellence, teamwork, and making a meaningful difference.

The Role:

As the Production and Facilities Manager, you will be at the heart of our operations, ensuring that our annual order for the Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal is fulfilled to the highest standards. You will also oversee Health & Safety and Facilities management for the organisation, our premises, and office tenants.

Responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing all aspects of the production process, ensuring products are delivered on time and to quality standards.

• Leading and developing a production team of 17 staff, managing staff performance, and offering support, coaching, and mentoring to help everyone reach their full potential.

• Taking the lead on health and safety for the factory, visitor centre, and commercial properties.
• Overseeing facilities maintenance, ensuring that all buildings and systems (fire safety, ventilation, heating) are regularly tested and compliant.

• Coordinating work experience schemes, corporate volunteering, and other initiatives that engage the wider community in supporting veterans.

Who We’re Looking For:

We are looking for someone who has a deep sense of responsibility and pride in their work, someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and values the opportunity to make a real impact. You’ll be a natural leader who can inspire a team, and you will have experience in managing production operations, facilities, and health and safety.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Experience: Proven experience in a management role in a manufacturing or operations environment. Experience of staff management, production scheduling, and liaising with external contractors is key.
• Leadership: Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach to staff development and performance management.
• Health & Safety: Knowledge of health and safety regulations and practical experience implementing safe working practices.
• Facilities Management: Experience in overseeing building maintenance and managing service contracts.
• Values: A strong commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion, with an understanding of the challenges faced by veterans and people with disabilities.
• Communication: Clear, concise communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, external contractors, and stakeholders.

Desirable:

• A qualification in Health & Safety (e.g., NEBOSH) or equivalent.
• Experience in project management or operations/logistics management.
• Knowledge of mental health issues, safeguarding, and first aid training.

Why Work at The Poppy Factory?

Joining The Poppy Factory is more than just a job. You will be part of an inspiring and passionate team that provides meaningful work that directly supports veterans and their families. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace that values each individual’s contribution and well-being.

The Poppy Factory aims to be an exemplar employer. We recognise the impact that working with a challenging cohort can have on our staff, which is why we prioritise work/life balance and support mechanisms including training, supervision and EAP provision.

The Poppy Factory provides competitive terms and conditions of employment, including:

• Opportunity for home-based/hybrid and flexible working
• 28 days’ basic annual leave per year (including a day in lieu of Armistice Day, and 3 days’ Christmas closure), rising to 32 days with long service, plus bank holidays
• Double-matched pension contributions up to 10% employer contribution

How to apply

To apply for this position please send your CV and a covering letter clearly outlining how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification as set out in the candidate pack and submit via the online application process. Please address your covering letter to Jeff Short, Director of Production & Estate.

The closing date for applications will be 19 January 2025. Please note, we are unable to accept late or incomplete applications.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to equality, valuing diversity and promoting inclusion within our workforce, including the volunteers who give their time to us.  We work to maintain an environment where the needs and aspirations of all employees are met, irrespective of characteristics protected under the legislative framework of the Equality Act 2010. We expect everyone to understand and accept their personal responsibility to recognise and value differences and the unique contributions that people make to the way we deliver our work. As an equal opportunities employer our commitment is to take positive measures to recruit people from underrepresented groups, and we actively encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.

As a Disability Confident employer, we offer a guaranteed interview for any job applicant with a disability who meets the essential criteria for the role. Please indicate in your covering letter if you wish to be considered under this scheme. We are also happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to the application or interview process to accommodate disabled candidates. 

Additionally, we offer a guaranteed interview to veterans of the UK armed forces or members of the Reservist forces who meet the essential role criteria. Please make it clear in your application if you wish to be considered on this basis. Please note, to be eligible for consideration under this scheme your application must demonstrate that you meet the essential role criteria as set out in the person specification.

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. 

It is an exciting and important time to be joining us at Crisis. We work with thousands of people across England, Scotland, and Wales so they can leave homelessness behind for good. We have recently adapted the way our services work to maximise our impact in ending homelessness.

Title: Senior Practitioner Psychologist (internally this role is known as Senior Skylight Psychologist) 

Qualifications: You must be a Practitioner Psychologist qualified for at least 18 months and registered with the HCPC

Hours: Part-time and full-time opportunities available, Monday to Friday. We understand prospective candidates may want to take on this role alongside other commitments. Therefore, we are very open to considering a range of part-time working arrangements in line with Crisis’ Flexible Working Policy. Please let us know what working arrangements you are looking for when completing the application form.

Salary: Full-time salaries are as follows:

• 18 months to 4 years qualified - £53,755 (Regional), £57,755 (London) per annum FTE. 

• 5 to 7 years qualified - £56,454 (Regional), £60,454 (London) per annum FTE. 

• 8+ years qualified - £60,504 (Regional), £64,504 (London) per annum FTE. 

Please note if you are working part-time these salaries will be pro rata. Our salaries are fixed to counter inequity, and we do not negotiate at offer stage. 

Location: Crisis Skylight Brent, 1-2 Bank Buildings, High St, London, NW10 4LT. This is a mainly onsite role, so you can meet face-to-face with our members and team, but some homeworking is an option in line with Crisis’ Hybrid Working Policy.

About the role  

We are committed to ending the homelessness of more people using our direct services, including people with complex needs. To do this, we are seeking either full-time or part-time Practitioner Psychologists to join our fantastic team in locations around the UK.  

In this role, you will be supporting our diverse operation in Brent that includes the Skylight Service, the commissioned Single Homeless Prevention Service and The Single Homeless Refugee Service. You will also get involved in our outward facing place-based work that aim to shape better system responses to homelessness, working with colleagues from the Local Authority and NHS and the local community and voluntary service.

You will form part of the local Leadership team, supporting the implementation of Psychologically Informed Environments (PIEs).  You will support the delivery of our work to members by offering training and leading reflective practice for staff and providing direct services to members at times.

You will also be a part of a national psychology team made up of a Lead Clinical Psychologist, two Regional Lead Clinical Psychologists, and seven Practitioner Psychologists as well as one Assistant Psychologist and Trainee Clinical Psychologists on placements. 

At Crisis, we understand more and more Practitioner Psychologists are taking on multiple part-time opportunities within the NHS, private practice and the third sector as this has been the case with our own team. Crisis and our members have benefited from employing people with a variety of different work experience and we are therefore open to considering a range of part-time working arrangements. This an opportunity for you to work within an agile and progressive charity where you can influence psychologically informed ways of working to end homelessness for good.

You will join an extraordinary team of frontline lead workers with a focus on people facing homelessness who have survived a range of difficult and traumatic experiences.  

About you  

We are looking for people who are community focused and driven by our shared values. This role brings a real opportunity to be creative and flexible in our approach to working psychologically with people who face multiple disadvantages, and to support the staff teams via training and reflective practice.

There are opportunities to provide direct support as well as working extensively with local teams and other parts of the organisation to influence policy and practice developments. We are looking for someone with post qualification experience of working within complex systems and you may have direct experience of working with people who experience homelessness.

You will be excited by the prospect of working innovatively to deliver services locally alongside the Skylight team, as well linking in closely with the wider Psychology team to develop the service.  You will be committed towards social justice, and to being an advocate for those we work with and for breaking down the systemic barriers that exclude those who need most support.

We welcome informal conversations to learn more about the role with a member of our Practitioner Psychology Team, please email us and we will arrange a call. If you would like to visit the Skylight prior to applying that can also be arranged.

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)  

As a member of the Practitioner Psychology Team, you will have:

• Access to funds to support CPD as part of a wider commitment to ensure meeting HCPC standards. 

• Reimbursement of costs to join a professional body (e.g., ACP/BPS) 

• Bi-annual away day with the Team 

• Access to high quality clinical and professional supervision 

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

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

How do I apply? 

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

Closing date: Sunday 19 January 2025 at 23:59

Interview date and location: Wednesday 12 February 2025 at Crisis Skylight Brent, 1-2 Bank Buildings, High St, London, NW10 4LT. 

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.  

 
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094  

Mothers' Union is a global Christian movement working with people of all faiths and none to develop communities, strengthen families and advocate for change. Our members are active in 83 countries and work tirelessly to serve their communities to build a future where everyone thrives.

The Role

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the role of the Income Processing and Sales Ledger Officer is to support the day to day operation of the Finance and Fundraising functions, which are essential to our ability to deliver on our charitable objectives.

In this role you will be responsible for managing and processing donations, processing of other income and receipts, completion of income side bank reconciliations, management of aged debtors and other sales ledger related tasks, processing of Direct Debits, plus completion of other ad-hoc tasks and provision of general administration support.

The successful candidate will need be able to work to deadlines and have strong basic skills in admin, organisation, and IT. The nature of the role requires someone who is able to manage confidential data, is highly numerate and is a problem solver.

This role would best suit someone with previous related experience and knowledge of working in finance, accounting and administration, ideally bringing existing sales ledger knowledge, however applications are also welcomed from those with the required basic skills

The successful candidate will benefit from an attractive benefits package and will receive all the support needed to succeed, including a full induction, continuing professional training where appropriate and regular 1-2-1s with your line manager.

Pleaaw refer our detailed job description for more information about the role.

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave (full time) plus up to 4 days of leave (full time) given at the discretion of Mothers’ Union.
• Employer pension contribution of 6.5%.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• Two volunteering days per calendar year.
• One away day per calendar year.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Bereavement leave & Compassionate leave
• Season ticket loan.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Eye care voucher and an allowance towards glasses.

Work Location/Hybrid Working Pattern

This role will be based at our Head Office in central London. Mothers’ Union operates a hybrid working model. This role requires an average 2.5 days a week in the office minimum (115 days minimum per year) given the nature of the job. There will be in blocks in the fundraising area, mainly around appeals (3 or 4 blocks a year), where the successful candidate be expected to come into the office 7 or 8 days in a row.

Apart from that, Tuesdays are our anchor days where every staff member is expected to be at the office. The 115 days includes anchor Tuesdays. In addition, Thursday is a core working day where part time staff are expected to work, either at home or from the office as needed.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please apply by sending your CV and a Cover Letter via CharityJob. The Cover Letter should clearly outline how your skills match the main responsibilities of the role.

Please note – only applications with a cover letter, alongside a CV, will be considered.

Application Deadline

The closing date for applications is 17 January 2025. Due to the number of applications we may receive, we will not be able to individually respond to each applicant. Kindly note, we will only be getting in touch with the applicants shortlisted for an interview. We aim to get in touch with the shortlisted candidates after the application deadline.

Equal Opportunity

Mothers’ Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to create an inclusive environment for all employees.

Are you ready to lead and inspire? We’re thrilled to recruit for the position of Head of Membership Services at Kingston Students’ Union. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of our Membership Services, making a meaningful impact on the lives of Kingston students.

As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you’ll lead the strategic planning and development of our Membership Services teams. Your mission: to deliver outstanding operational services that create a tailored, student-focused offering. By reflecting on the diverse needs of our student communities, you’ll drive engagement and elevate member satisfaction to new heights. 

This is a dynamic role where no two days are the same. From developing innovative strategies to supporting talented teams, you’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment that values creativity, collaboration, and results. If you’re passionate about empowering students and delivering exceptional experiences, we’d love to hear from you. 

Not sure you tick every box? 

If you think you have what it takes to join our team but don’t meet every point in the job description or person specification, we’d still love to hear from you. Let’s have a chat to explore how your skills and experience could help us achieve great things for the Union and our members. 

We can’t wait to see your application! 

Click this link to view the full job description 

Closing Date for Applications: 27th January 2025 

ADHD Embrace is looking to appoint a new Executive Director to lead the execution of the charity’s mission with the long-term goal of ensuring it is a sustainable organisation with a positive team culture.Following a period of rapid growth, the Executive Director will be pivotal in leading the organisation through its next phase of development.  This wide-ranging role has the following key responsibilities: 

· Strategy and Delivery

· Leadership, Management and Culture

· Fundraising and Financial Oversight

· Advocacy, External Relationships and Communication

The Executive Director should be a self-starter, analytical and creative to find solutions and have energy to lead the charity onto its next stage in a changing environment.  They will also have experience in a leadership role in the voluntary sector or in a small company with a multi-disciplinary team and experience leading a complex team structure to deliver services and transformation against multiple goals. 

The Executive Director will have good interpersonal skills and ability to manage teams and ways of working which enhance team work and maximise operational efficiencies. 

Applications for this position, should include a covering email outlining your relevant experience, skills and motivation for applying together with a current CV (no more than two sides of A4).   

Are you passionate about creating unforgettable experiences and building vibrant communities? Kingston Students’ Union (KSU) is excited to recruit a Student Communities and Events Manager to lead the charge of delivering exceptional opportunities for our diverse student body. 

As a key member of our management team, you’ll oversee the performance and delivery of the Student Communities and Events Team. Your leadership will ensure the creation of a bespoke program that reflects the unique character of Kingston’s student communities. By fostering engagement and enhancing member satisfaction, you’ll help bring our organisational strategy to life. 

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, loves crafting meaningful experiences, and is ready to make a real impact on student life. 

Not sure you tick every box? 

If you think you have what it takes to join our team but don’t meet every point in the job description or person specification, we’d still love to hear from you. Let’s have a chat to explore how your skills and experience could help us achieve great things for the Union and our members. 

We can’t wait to see your application! 

Click this link to view the full job description 

Closing Date for Applications: 20 January 2025 

Interview date: 29 January 2025 (in person) 

Salary: circa £75,000 per annum + generous benefits 

Contract: Full time, permanent

Location: Victoria, London (hybrid working with one to three days in the office each week) 

Closing date: at 12 noon, Thursday 16 January 2025

Interviews: week commencing 27 January 2025 

NHS Providers is the membership organisation for the NHS hospital, mental health, community and ambulance services that treat patients and service users in the NHS. We help those NHS foundation trusts and trusts to deliver high-quality, patient-focused care by enabling them to learn from each other, acting as their public voice and helping shape the system in which they operate. 

NHS Providers has all trusts in England in voluntary membership, collectively accounting for £124bn of annual expenditure and employing 1.5 million people. 

Leading the people function, you will be the HR expert bringing good practice and leading on people related projects for the organisation. You will bring your generalist experience to bear in leading all strategic and operational management of the HR function’s contribution to an excellent organisation. As a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) you will be the key advisor and business partner to both the executive leadership team and the SMT.

You will bring excellent people management skills to manage the function in delivering core activities in a dynamic and changing environment and be adept at steering the organisation through a period of change. You will be a collaborator, used to leading with compassion and working collaboratively across the organisation whilst delivering transformational and sustainable change.

We actively support equality of opportunity for all our staff and welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief. We particularly encourage applications from those from underrepresented communities.

To apply, please send a CV and cover letter setting out why you are interested in the role and how you meet the person specification to HR Team. 

Visa sponsorship

You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. NHS Providers is not able to offer visa sponsorship.

About Richmond Borough Mind and the Service:

Richmond Borough Mind (RB Mind) is a mental health charity dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of the local community. Our Carers in Mind service provides emotional support, guidance, and community connections for unpaid carers supporting loved ones with mental health challenges.

This role is part of the Community Mental Health Transformation Programme (CMHTP), an initiative designed to improve support for those with severe and enduring mental health conditions by integrating care across the NHS, community services, and the voluntary sector.

Role Purpose:

The Carers Senior Peer Support Worker will coordinate and deliver peer support services for unpaid carers across Richmond. This includes leading a small team, providing direct support, facilitating peer groups, and collaborating with local partners to ensure carers receive holistic, high-quality support.

Drawing on their own lived experience as a carer or supporting mental health recovery, the post-holder will offer guidance, share best practices, and ensure carers feel empowered and supported in their wellbeing journey.

Key Responsibilities:

Service Leadership and Coordination:

 •  Lead the Carers Peer Support Service, ensuring effective day-to-day operations.

 •  Manage and supervise Peer Support Workers, providing regular guidance and reflective practice.

 •  Oversee referrals, allocating cases appropriately and taking on complex cases where extended support is required.

 •  Ensure the service meets key performance indicators and reporting requirements.

 •  Develop creative, evidence-based approaches to supporting carers and improving wellbeing.

Carer Support and Delivery:

 •  Provide direct one-to-one and group support for unpaid carers.

 •  Deliver emotional support, information, and guidance, encouraging carer wellbeing and self-advocacy.

 •  Promote access to carer assessments and opportunities for breaks from caring.

 •  Facilitate peer support groups and training sessions co-produced with carers.

 •  Identify risks, safeguarding concerns, and manage them effectively in line with policy.

Collaboration and Partnership Working:

 •  Build partnerships with local NHS, community, and voluntary organisations.

 •  Work closely with South West London & St George’s NHS Trust (SWLSTG) to improve carer inclusion in service delivery.

 •  Support the implementation of the Triangle of Care approach to strengthen collaboration between carers, professionals, and service users.

 •  Represent the service in multi-agency meetings, ensuring appropriate referrals and advocacy for carers’ needs.

Person Specification:

Essential:

 •  Lived experience as an unpaid carer or experience supporting individuals with mental health challenges.

 •  Experience providing direct emotional support and facilitating groups for vulnerable adults.

 •  Supervisory or team leadership experience.

 •  Knowledge of mental health issues, carer rights, and safeguarding practices.

 •  Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to engage with diverse communities.

 •  Ability to work independently, manage a caseload, and meet service delivery targets.

 •  Proficiency in IT systems, including email, Microsoft Office, and case management databases.

Desirable:

 •  Experience working with families or carers in complex situations.

 •  Familiarity with the Triangle of Care framework.

 •  Knowledge of public and voluntary sector services in Richmond.

Benefits of Working with RB Mind:

 •  Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays (pro rata), increasing with service

 •  Pension: Contributory pension scheme

 •  Wellbeing Support: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including free counselling sessions

 •  Professional Development: Training and career growth opportunities

 •  Additional: Supportive team culture, optional paid on-call shifts, staff away days, and socials

How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about supporting carers and making a difference in your community, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining how your skills and experience align with the role.

About Richmond Borough Mind and the Service:

Richmond Borough Mind (RB Mind) is a leading mental health charity committed to supporting the mental wellbeing of our community. One of our key services offers support for unpaid carers – individuals providing emotional, practical, and moral support to loved ones experiencing mental health challenges.

Our Carers in Mind service provides advice, emotional support, friendship, and workshops for unpaid carers. We create safe spaces for carers to connect, share experiences, and receive support for their own wellbeing. Through peer support, we empower carers to prioritise their own health while continuing their vital roles.

The Carers Senior Peer Support Worker will be part of the Community Mental Health Transformation Programme (CMHTP), a national initiative aimed at improving community-based mental health support by reducing barriers between primary and secondary care. This role will work closely with our partners: Age UK Richmond, Crossroads Care, and Richmond Aid to ensure holistic and personalised support for carers.
 

Role Purpose:

The Carers Senior Peer Support Worker will lead and deliver our peer support service for unpaid carers, offering emotional and practical support, coordinating events, and developing community partnerships. They will also supervise a small team of peer support workers while managing a caseload of carers requiring one-to-one and group support.

The role focuses on:

 •  Supporting unpaid carers with advice, emotional support, and peer group connections

 •  Empowering carers to manage their own wellbeing while caring for others

 •  Developing and maintaining relationships with local NHS services, charities, and community groups to ensure joined-up care

 •  Promoting best practices in carer support and mental health recovery

Key Responsibilities:

Service Coordination and Delivery:

 •  Oversee the day-to-day running of the Carers Peer Support Service

 •  Provide one-to-one support and facilitate peer support groups for carers

 •  Manage referrals and caseloads, including supporting those with complex needs

 •  Ensure carers receive timely and appropriate support and signposting

Team Leadership and Development:

 •  Provide supervision, guidance, and training for Peer Support Workers

 •  Coordinate with external partners and community organisations to strengthen the network of support

 •  Work with the NHS (SWLSTG) and voluntary partners to promote collaborative working

Service Development and Impact Measurement:

 •  Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the service

 •  Report on outcomes and suggest improvements based on feedback and data

 •  Assist in strategic planning to enhance services for carers across the borough

Advocacy and Inclusion:

 •  Encourage carers to engage in local mental health developments and advocate for their needs

 •  Promote the Triangle of Care framework to ensure carers, service users, and professionals work collaboratively

 •  Develop outreach materials and workshops to educate and empower carers

Person Specification:

Essential:

 •  Lived experience as an unpaid carer or experience working in a mental health or carer support role

 •  Experience leading or supervising staff or volunteers

 •  Strong understanding of mental health challenges and their impact on families and carers

 •  Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and engage diverse communities

 •  Confident in providing emotional support, advice, and group facilitation

 •  Strong administrative and organisational skills with competence in IT systems including email, Microsoft Office, and case management tools

 •  Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-agency team

Desirable:

 •  Familiarity with the Triangle of Care framework or similar carer involvement models

 •  Experience delivering training or community workshops

 •  Knowledge of Richmond’s local community support services and mental health landscape

Benefits of Working with RB Mind:

 •  Generous annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays (increasing with service)

 •  Pension scheme

 •  Employee Assistance Programme: Including free counselling and wellbeing resources

 •  Training and personal development opportunities

 •  Supportive, values-driven work culture focused on mental health and community wellbeing

How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about supporting carers and making a difference in the community, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience match the requirements of this role.

Closing date: Wednesday 22nd January 2025 at 9am

Working arrangements: Remote working, permanent, regular or ad hoc (with frequent travel to London if not London-based) Please note that we also have approximately 3-4 team retreats per year which could be located anywhere nationally.

An exciting new opportunity has arisen to join 38 Degrees’ Public Affairs & Media team. We’re looking for someone with a passion for opening up democracy,  politics and the news, who is a brilliant communicator, a great team player and is highly organised, to join us as Public Affairs & Media Officer.

You’ll play a vital role in bringing to life 38 Degrees’ media and public affairs strategy, in service of 38 Degrees’ mission: to make our country fairer, more respectful and sustainable.  As we adjust to a shift in our political environment, this brand new role will relentlessly and powerfully amplify 38 Degrees campaigns and the voices of our supporters to the general public, the media and decision makers in the UK.

Working alongside the Public Affairs & Media Manager, and with colleagues across the campaigns team and beyond you’ll spend every day trying to shine a light on the actions our supporters take on campaigns they care about. From monitoring what’s going on in Parliament – and when it’s the perfect moment for the 38 Degrees community to use our collective voices – to being able to put together media packages that are irresistible to journalists, you’ll know how to skillfully use the public affairs and media tools at our disposal to win campaigns, raise our profile and build our reputation.

Your background and experience

You’ll have a proven track record of great political and news judgement, and have played a key role in using these skills in a campaigning environment to deliver powerful campaigns that deliver impactful media and public affairs results. That could be from working in a press office or media environment, to working with (or for) a politician. It’s possible you are more experienced at either media work or public affairs work – but either way, you’ll know what it takes to use both to influence decision makers and land a big news story. We’re looking for a person who knows the political and news agenda each day, and can help set it too.

The person recruited will need to be a brilliant communicator, as at home speaking to 38 Degrees supporters and empowering them to act as media case studies, as you are pitching a story to a journalist or handling enquiries from MP’s offices.

We’re looking for someone who can show they’re highly organised, know how to prioritise and with a track record of successful project management, when it comes to partnership work and events.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need to show us you’re team-focused and know what it takes to build positive and productive relationships with colleagues, in a fast paced environment – where the news cycle means that priorities can sometimes change for all of us at a moment’s notice.

You’ll relish a newsroom atmosphere and will be happy that no two days at 38 Degrees are the same, as you focus on amplifying campaigns and making a difference which helps change lives, little by little.

About us

38 Degrees is one of the UK’s biggest campaigning communities, involving over a million supporters who campaign to make the UK a better place. We’re united by a shared vision to create a fairer and more respectful UK and a more sustainable world.

In the space of a week, millions of supporters could be campaigning on anything from protecting our NHS and stopping cuts to Universal Credit, to saving local green spaces and protecting our democracy.

38 Degrees is fiercely independent. We are primarily funded by small donations from hundreds of thousands of members of the public from all over the UK. This independence means we never have to hold ourselves back from taking on those with power and can truly listen to our supporters.

Why you’ll want to work here

The 38 Degrees culture is honest, kind, supportive, courageous, and respectful. We move fast, and frequently change plans to respond to events. We work hard but we also have fun.

We regularly enjoy team away days and social hours.

Benefits include:

27 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays); Office closure between Christmas and New year; 9-day fortnight (office closed every other Friday); 4pm closure on the alternate Friday; Flexibility to work 90 days overseas per tax year (30 day maximum per travel in any location as per approval process); One month paid sabbatical leave after 5 years of service; Employer pension contribution; 24 hour employee assistance programme; Enhanced family leave policies; Cycle to work scheme; Employer paid annual flu vaccination; Rental deposit loan; Contribution to eye tests/glasses; Learning and development budget.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We’re especially keen to hear from people who’ll bring lived experience of the issues we work on and who’ll make our team more diverse as a result. So if you’re Black, Asian or from any other minority ethnic group, if you’re disabled, LGBTQIA+, or if you’re from a working class home, your application will be especially welcome. And thanks to our flexible home working approach and network of offices, we have a staff team that is increasingly based across the UK. We’re keen to continue diversifying geographically, so that we’re rooted in our supporters’ communities.

To make sure that we are able to reach our goal of a diverse team we have equal opportunities monitoring requirements. Your application will not be complete without the equal opportunities monitoring form.

38 Degrees is committed to inclusive working practices, so during the application process we commit to:

• Paying for childcare whilst you’re at 38 Degrees interviews or tasks
• Paying for your travel costs to the office and back – and for overnight accommodation if you’re travelling from a long distance for an interview although at present the majority of interviews are held online using zoom.
• Making any reasonable adjustments – for example ensuring we have a BSL interpreters organised in advance if you’d need one
• If there anything else you’re concerned about or think we could provide, please let us know.

To be successful in your application you must meet the essential requirements for this role and answer the questions below which are part of the selection criteria. Without completion of this task your application cannot be considered.

The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK at the time of appointment.

Application Questions (max. word count: 2000 words across all questions)

1. Tell us about a media or public affairs campaign you have delivered –  including what you were trying to achieve, any challenges and obstacles you met, and the results you achieved. 
2. What do you think the biggest challenges and opportunities about delivering media and public affairs work at an organisation like 38 Degrees would be? 
3. 38 Degrees is a digital first, people-powered campaigning organisation where millions of people do something small to add up to bigger political and corporate change. How do you think we can most effectively use our supporters in our media and public affairs work, to win campaigns that align with our vision for the country?

Closing date: Wednesday 22nd January 2025 at 9am

Working arrangements: Remote working, permanent, regular or ad hoc (with frequent travel to London if not London-based) Please note that we also have approximately 3-4 team retreats per year which could be located anywhere nationally.

At this pivotal time for 38 Degrees, an exciting opportunity has arisen to manage our Public Affairs & Media offering. We’re looking for an effective communicator, who is great at collaborating and has a track record of delivering significant media and public affairs campaign results. You’ll bring to life and manage the implementation of 38 Degrees’ media and public affairs strategy, in service of 38 Degrees’ mission: to make our country fairer, more respectful and sustainable. As we adjust to a shift in our political environment, this brand new role will relentlessly and powerfully amplify 38 Degrees campaigns and the voices of our supporters to the general public, the media and decision makers in the UK.

You’ll manage our Public Affairs & Media team, including a new Public Affairs & Media officer role – working together, and with colleagues across the campaigns team and beyond,  to execute our Public Affairs & Media strategy and deliver impressive results. Whilst this is a Manager role, it’s also a very hands on role – you’ll be as at home picking up the phone to regional TV to discuss local supporters whose experiences could make perfect case studies for the big story of the day, and helping those people tell their story, as you are meeting with MPs and their staff to use our Campaigns By You platform to run campaigns on local issues in their constituencies.

You’ll relish a newsroom atmosphere and will be happy that no two days at 38 Degrees are the same, as you focus on amplifying campaigns and making a difference which helps change lives, little by little.

Your background and experience

We’re looking for someone who can effectively grasp the 38 Degrees approach to public affairs, which combines pressure and persuasion – and who is confident in pursuing both. You will be able to show you can use both, in the right circumstances: from liaising with Metro Mayors on possible partnership campaigns, to commissioning and landing coverage of snap polling that demonstrates public opinion on government plans. The person recruited will need to be a brilliant communicator, and be passionate about opening up democracy and making political and corporate change accessible to all.

You’ll be a great fit for this role if you have excellent political and news judgement – you know what can make a story and what impact that story can have on decision makers.

You’ll be extremely comfortable speaking to politicians and their teams, along with journalists, other communications teams in partner organisations, and 38 Degrees supporters who act as case studies in our campaigns. You may already have extensive journalist or political networks and relationships, and you’ll have definitely had results. We’re looking for a person who knows the political and news agenda each day, and can help set it too.

You’ll be equipped with the skills to develop a new team, with the skills and experience to manage more junior members of staff, setting clear, inspiring and exciting shared goals.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need to be a positive, practical person adept at building cross-team relationships,  bringing people with you  to solve problems in a collaborative way.

We’re looking for someone who understands the need for us to demonstrate a strategic approach, balancing long term planning and objectives with agility and flexibility. And while you’ll have a strategy to work to, your priorities could change at a moment’s notice. If this sounds appealing, our fast-paced and exciting role could be for you.

Full job description here

About us

38 Degrees is one of the UK’s biggest campaigning communities, involving over a million supporters who campaign to make the UK a better place. We’re united by a shared vision to create a fairer and more respectful UK and a more sustainable world.

In the space of a week, millions of supporters could be campaigning on anything from protecting our NHS and stopping cuts to Universal Credit, to saving local green spaces and protecting our democracy.

38 Degrees is fiercely independent. We are primarily funded by small donations from hundreds of thousands of members of the public from all over the UK. This independence means we never have to hold ourselves back from taking on those with power and can truly listen to our supporters.

Why you’ll want to work here

The 38 Degrees culture is honest, kind, supportive, courageous, and respectful. We move fast, and frequently change plans to respond to events. We work hard but we also have fun.

We regularly enjoy team away days and social hours.

Benefits include:

27 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays); Office closure between Christmas and New year; 9-day fortnight (office closed every other Friday); 4pm closure on the alternate Friday; Flexibility to work 90 days overseas per tax year (30 day maximum per travel in any location as per approval process); One month paid sabbatical leave after 5 years of service; Employer pension contribution; 24 hour employee assistance programme; Enhanced family leave policies; Cycle to work scheme; Employer paid annual flu vaccination; Rental deposit loan; Contribution to eye tests/glasses; Learning and development budget.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We’re especially keen to hear from people who’ll bring lived experience of the issues we work on and who’ll make our team more diverse as a result. So if you’re Black, Asian or from any other minority ethnic group, if you’re disabled, LGBTQIA+, or if you’re from a working class home, your application will be especially welcome. And thanks to our flexible home working approach and network of offices, we have a staff team that is increasingly based across the UK. We’re keen to continue diversifying geographically, so that we’re rooted in our supporters’ communities.

To make sure that we are able to reach our goal of a diverse team we have equal opportunities monitoring requirements. Your application will not be complete without the equal opportunities monitoring form.

38 Degrees is committed to inclusive working practices, so during the application process we commit to:

• Paying for childcare whilst you’re at 38 Degrees interviews or tasks
• Paying for your travel costs to the office and back – and for overnight accommodation if you’re travelling from a long distance for an interview although at present the majority of interviews are held online using zoom.
• Making any reasonable adjustments – for example ensuring we have a BSL interpreters organised in advance if you’d need one
• If there anything else you’re concerned about or think we could provide, please let us know.

To be successful in your application you must meet the essential requirements for this role and answer the questions below which are part of the selection criteria. Without completion of this task your application cannot be considered.

The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK at the time of appointment.

Application Questions (max. word count: 2000 words across all questions)

1. Tell us a campaign you have been part of developing a media or public affairs strategy for, including what you were trying to achieve, how you brought team members together to action the plan, and what results you achieved. 
2. What challenges and opportunities do you think the recent change in government might have presented to 38 Degrees in the context of our public affairs and media work?
3. 38 Degrees is a digital first, people-powered campaigning organisation where millions of people do something small to add up to bigger political and corporate change. How do you think we can most effectively use our supporters in our media and public affairs work, to win campaigns that align with our vision for the country?