Mental Health Jobs

Anna Freud is a world-leading mental health charity for children, young people and their families. Our mission is to close the gap in wellbeing and mental health by advancing, translating, delivering, and sharing the best science and practice with everyone who impacts the lives of children, young people and their families. More information about Anna Freud is available on our website.

We value diversity and aim to have diverse workforce that reflects the community and our service users, in line with our vision, values and inclusion commitments. We encourage applications from all sections of the community.

The increasing reliance on technology to support the strategy and mission at Anna Freud require much greater reliance on IT services. This means that the IT team is aiming to maintain the highest standards of IT operations.

The IT Manager will sit within the IT team reporting to the Head of IT. The post-holder will work closely with the managed service provider and IT colleagues to ensure the seamless delivery of IT operations and services. This is a wide-ranging role with opportunities to get involved in working in a tightly controlled environment where sensitive data is managed, whilst at the same time work for an ambitious dynamic organisation which is pushing the use of technology in delivering services to children and young people.

We are looking for an experienced IT manager with great technical understanding to ensure all work is consistently delivered with planned technical architecture and has previous experience of working with Managed Service Providers.

Location

Hybrid working (a mixture of onsite and home/remote working). Staff are working onsite for at least 20% of their working hours, either at our London site (4-8 Rodney Street, London N1 9JH) or our Northern Hub (Huckletree, The Express Building, 9 Great Ancoats Street, Manchester M4 5AD).

Contract duration

Fixed-term (two years in the first instance but with scope to extend)

Closing date for applications

Midday (12pm), Monday 4 November 2024.

Please note that due to high application volumes, we may close this advert early. We encourage you to apply promptly and to keep an eye on our future vacancies for more opportunities.

Notification of interview

Shortlisted applicants will be notified no later than Friday 8 November 2024. During shortlisting, applicants are anonymously assessed using the criteria visible in the Job Profile. Please note: due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.

Interviews

Interviews will be held either Thursday 14 or Friday 15 November 2024.

How to apply

Please click on the 'Apply now’ button. We are unable to accept CVs and kindly request no contact from agencies.

Anna Freud is a world-leading mental health charity for children, young people and their families. Our mission is to close the gap in wellbeing and mental health by advancing, translating, delivering, and sharing the best science and practice with everyone who impacts the lives of children, young people and their families. More information about Anna Freud is available on our website.

We value diversity and aim to have diverse workforce that reflects the community and our service users, in line with our vision, values and inclusion commitments. We encourage applications from all sections of the community.

The Salesforce Admin will be key for the successful operation of Anna Freud’s Salesforce environment which is at the heart of the current digital transformation. We have developed a bespoke salesforce product that truly benefits the user, in a mental health environment. Working within the IT Department this role is essential to ensure that Salesforce operates effectively for internal and external stakeholders.

The Salesforce Administrator is expected to administer the system, aid in designing solutions, and assist in supporting the developments already in place.

The post-holder will work within the IT department in Central Support Team but they will also be working with teams across the organisation as the first line of support for any issues.

The successful candidate will join a small and supportive team of 7 people within a fast paced and busy environment as there is a lot to do, with a mixture of team working but also having the initiative to problem solve independently.

Location

Hybrid working (a mixture of onsite and home/remote working). Staff are working onsite for at least 20% of their working hours, either at our London site (4-8 Rodney Street, London N1 9JH) or our Northern Hub (Huckletree, The Express Building, 9 Great Ancoats Street, Manchester M4 5AD).

Contract duration

Fixed-term (two years in the first instance but with scope to extend)

Closing date for applications

Midday (12pm), Friday 1 November 2024.

Please note that due to high application volumes, we may close this advert early. We encourage you to apply promptly and to keep an eye on our future vacancies for more opportunities.

Notification of interview

Shortlisted applicants will be notified no later than Wednesday 13 November 2024. During shortlisting, applicants are anonymously assessed using the criteria visible in the Job Profile. Please note: due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.

Interviews

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 20 November 2024.

How to apply

Please click on the 'Apply now’ button. We are unable to accept CVs and kindly request no contact from agencies.

Reporting to: Mental Health Personal Independence Co-ordinator Manager

Responsible for:  None

Hours: 36 hours a week, Weekend working will be necessary on an ‘as required’ basis

Location: 10 Altyre Road, Fairfield House, East Croydon CR0 5LA and other locations as required.

Purpose of the role:

We are looking for 2 Mental Health Personal Independence Co-ordinator’s to join our team.

The Mental Health Personal Independence Co-ordinator (MHPIC) will work as part of the MHPIC team and will work alongside clinical and social care professionals in local multi-disciplinary teams assigned to specific GP surgeries. Each MHPIC will be assigned to a specific locality located within the Integrated Care Network Plus health and social care systems in either North, Central or South Croydon. The multi-disciplinary team learning and development during the initial two-year test period will inform the development and growth of the MHPIC team to ensure that it can support community-based mental health and wellbeing across the whole population and in all 6 Integrated Care Network Plus localities.

MHPICs will provide initial contact and assessment conversations with clients using Open Dialogue tools and techniques to enable people to develop their own Personal Recovery Plans and supporting them directly over a period of time to find and access the support and services available to them in their local community.

Each MHPIC will be the direct named key worker for a set number of people who are referred to the service by healthcare professionals, including GPs, Mental Health Practitioners & Health Care Assistants, Social Prescribers and other voluntary or community sector organisations. They will provide one-to-one support in the achievement of an individual’s recovery goals, ensuring that support is person- centred; that needs and wishes are identified by people themselves; that they have a stronger voice in relation to issues that affect their lives; and that they are supported and empowered to improve and/or maintain their mental health and wellbeing and to live their best independent lives. 

Support in the community includes home visits. The aim of home visits is to assess clients' strengths and needs and link these to agency and community resources, and to ensure that individual clients’ needs can be met within a risk-assessed policy approach.

Mind in Croydon is an equal opportunities employer. No job applicant or employee will be discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

We encourage applications from those with Lived Experience.

To apply please send your CV and a Covering Letter explaining:

• Why would you like to apply for this role?
• How your skills and experience relate to the competencies in the Person Specification of the job description?
• What value you can add to the service?

We will be interviewing as and when applications come in.

Volunteering has huge benefits both to individuals and to organisations. Good volunteering with excellent training and development opportunities has an even greater impact.  Combine this with volunteer roles that enable people with mental health problems to better access their rights and entitlements in terms of benefits, debt and housing, at a time when that is so important and you have the opportunity to make a difference. To do this job you need good working experience of areas of social welfare law combined with experience of passing on your knowledge and supporting volunteers.

Position: Advice Volunteer Supervisor (2-year contract)

Hours: 17.5 hours per week

Salary: £14,774 (actual)

Delivering advice relating to benefits, debt and housing can alleviate stress and support better mental health. We want to increase access to advice and we can do this through volunteering but we want that experience to be welcoming, supportive and enabling. To do this we need a Volunteer Supervisor who can provide high quality training and supervision. 

The skills and experiences that are important to us are:

· Advice experience in areas of benefits, debt and housing.

· Working in a way that develops skills.

If you are interested in this role, please download the application documents from the Join Our Team page of our website.

The closing date is 12 noon on Monday 4th November 2024.

This role has been funded for two years by the Charles Plater Trust.

Manchester Mind is striving to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Manchester Mind sees it as a positive advantage if you have experience of mental health issues and/or have used mental health services or had experience of volunteering.

Suicide Prevention Coordinator

Grade & Salary: WM6 (SP6) 27 £29,132
Hours of work: Full time (37.5 hours per week)
Contract: Fixed term contract 
Accountable to: Head of Adult Services 
Line reports: Volunteers (Suicide Prevention Champions) 

Lead and coordinate outreach activities and interventions in educational settings across 6 boroughs to deliver suicide prevention and mental health messages, awareness raising, promotion of services and support available. Working closely and linking in with community networks. Resulting in increase of knowledge around suicide and self-harm, suicide reduction, surveillance, prevention. 

Based at: Hybrid including community venues, our Pimlico Head Office and home working.

We are looking for a:

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of people? We are seeking a dynamic and self-motivated Suicide Prevention Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will work collaboratively across six boroughs to enhance support services for people, deliver suicide awareness and prevention training, promotion of services and support available. 

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and possess the skills we seek, we’d love to hear from you! Please check the Job Description and Person Specification below:

You will:

As a Suicide Prevention Coordinator, you will be a key member of our team and a valued and respected part of our service. You will deliver successful coordination of Suicide Prevention campaigning, education and interventions across South West London boroughs. We are looking for someone to lead and coordinate outreach activities and interventions in educational settings to deliver suicide prevention and mental health messages, promotion of services and support available. Working closely and linking in with community networks. Resulting in increase of knowledge around suicide and self-harm, suicide reduction, surveillance, prevention. 

About us

We’re a leading community-based organization dedicated to providing outstanding mental health support and clinical interventions across London. Our experienced clinically led teams are focused on directly addressing a range of mental health needs in our communities. We combine innovative solutions with decades of local community knowledge to empower people to live the life they choose. We partner with the NHS and local authorities to deliver clinically driven frontline services with fantastic outcomes. We focus on early intervention and prevention, targeting mental health conditions at the most cost-effective stage, while also supporting people with moderate to severe mental health needs across our communities.

Why work for us?

• Hybrid-working.
• Life-changing work.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Passionate and professional workforce.
• Diversity and Inclusion.
• Flexi time.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• 27 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays. 
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
• Birthday leave. 

Application process

Please check Job Description and Person Specification to ensure that you meet the requirements of the role.

Deadline for submission of application is 6th November 2024
Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed
Please note, we may close applications early if we receive a high volume of applications.

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Job Title: Communications Manager: London Veterans
Hours: Part-time, 22.5 hours per week (3 days)
Location: The Poppy Factory, Richmond (Hybrid – 40% / 1 day per week in office)
Contract: Fixed term (18 months)
Salary: £40,000 per annum FTE (£24,000 pro rata for part time)

About Us:

The Poppy Factory is a charity with a rich heritage, supporting veterans and their families to live independent, fulfilling lives. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Communications Manager to join our team and help amplify the impact of the Thrive Together London programme, which supports veterans with mental health needs across the capital.

This is an exciting opportunity for a communications professional who thrives in a dynamic, mission-focused environment. If you are passionate about storytelling, community engagement, and supporting those who have served in the Armed Forces, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Impact:

In this role, you’ll bring veterans’ stories to life. Working alongside our project team and partners, you’ll help share the positive outcomes of our work—reducing stigma, improving mental wellbeing, and strengthening community ties. From creating engaging digital content to working directly with veterans and stakeholders, your storytelling will elevate the support we provide to those who served.

This is more than a communications role—it’s an opportunity to tell meaningful stories, build connections, and amplify the voices of a community that deserves to be heard. If you’re passionate about crafting impactful narratives and creating a lasting difference, we’d love to meet you.

What We’re Looking For:

You’re an experienced communicator with a talent for building relationships and creating content that resonates. Whether it’s writing, photography, video, or managing social media campaigns, you thrive in crafting messages that inspire action. You’re also driven by a desire to make a difference—especially when it comes to supporting those who have served in the military.

For further information, including the full job description for the role, please refer to the candidate pack.

Why Join Us?

By joining The Poppy Factory, you’ll be part of a proud legacy of service and compassion. This role offers flexible working, a competitive salary, and the chance to be part of a programme that’s changing lives. Together, we’ll ensure veterans across London receive the support they deserve.

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 Dan Hodges, Head of Communications.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Dan Hodges.

The closing date for applications will be 21 October 2024. 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.

About The Poppy Factory

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

Community Link Worker

Job Description

Salary: £23,000 pro-rata

Salary Band: 1.2

Contract: Fixed -Term (July 2027)

Directorate: National Services

Reports To: Senior Community Link Worker

Closing Date: 30th October 2024

There are four positions available for this vacancy:

Fort Augustus & Foyers: 21 hours

Isle of Skye: 21 hours (2)

Bonar Bridge: 6 hours

We also have one Senior Community Link Worker position available in Sutherland, 32 hours per week and £24,500 pro-rata

Change Mental Health is a leading national mental health charity providing unique support to people with severe and enduring mental ill health. With over 50 years’ experience across Scotland, we believe people affected by poor mental health and illness deserve the highest quality of support in the community and that every person has the right to be valued and to share in the opportunities, challenges, and joys of everyday life. 

The Community Link Worker service collaborates with selected GP surgeries, supporting adults over the age of 18 through social prescribing. Referrals are received from the GP to our Community Link Workers when there might be a concern caused by social factors, rather than a medical problem. The service focuses on improving health outcomes for people experiencing stressors in their lives due to social problems, which could lead to poor mental health.

As a Community Link Worker, you will work directly with people referred to the Community Link Worker Service from their GP Practice who require immediate or on-going emotional, practical or vocational support in order to deliver the best possible health outcomes. 

This post works directly with people using the service to develop and review personal support plans. You will work closely with other members of the Community Link Worker team, colleagues in Primary Care and representatives of community-based groups and organisations, to achieve outcomes as defined by your line manager. 

Within the Community Link Worker team there is a clear line management structure which supports and shapes the practice. The post will contribute to an environment where people can improve their health outcomes, establish improved connections in their communities, and enhance their quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

·        Work as part of a team building positive working relationships

·        Work closely with colleagues in Primary Care

·        Coordinate and refer service users to resources in the local community and to statutory and non-statutory services as appropriate

·        In partnership with service users, design, implement, and review outcome focussed development plans to enable service users to achieve their identified goals

·        Employ a number of appropriate intervention strategies including positive communication skills

·        Ensure ongoing risk assessment is integral to my practice to ensure the wellbeing of service users

·        Utilise group work skills which bring people together in a safe environment 

·        Awareness of appropriate professional boundaries including confidentiality 

·        Understanding of the requirements of Health and Safety in the workplace and follow Change Mental Health policies 

·        Ensure that careful and ongoing review systems are in place and maintained

Essential Criteria:

·        Educated to SVQ level 2 or have relevant experience working in health and social care

·        Able to plan and prioritise workload

·        Professional self-awareness and able to seek support and advice from my line manager appropriately and participate in supervision and support meetings positively

·        Able to liaise confidently with statutory and non-statutory agencies

·        Empathetic

·        My personal and professional value base is consistent with the aims and objectives of Change Mental Health

·        Demonstrate genuine regard for service users and their families 

·        Have good I.T. skills and can produce accurate case notes 

·        I am enthusiastic to develop my knowledge and skills 

·        Full, clean, driving licence and access to a vehicle 

Desirable Criteria:

·        Experience of working with people affected by mental or physical health issues

·        Experience of community-development work

·        Experience of working in a SSSC Registered Service

·        A learning and development portfolio which evidences my skills and knowledge

General Duties 

·        Act in accordance with Data Protection legislation.  Ensure all records, personal, staff and client data are managed in line with Data Management and Information Governance policies

·        Comply with legal and regulatory requirements such as provisions set out in the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

·        As with all employees, workers and volunteers; to encourage people to join Change Mental Health as a member, donor or activist

·        To act in accordance with the charity’s Health & Safety and Safeguarding policies and to notify your line manager promptly if there are any concerns

·        To participate in regular supervision and appraisal and undertake any relevant training as appropriate to the role

·        To work in accordance with the charity’s national policies and local operating procedures and those of external regulators or professional bodies

This job profile and list of duties is not exhaustive and serves only to highlight the main requirements. The line manager may stipulate other reasonable requirements and projects commensurate with the general profile and grade of the post.

All successful candidates will require a PVG Membership. Please be aware that it is classed as an offence if you apply for this role and are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or vulnerable adults.

Change Mental Health is a leading national mental health charity providing unique support to people with severe and enduring mental ill health. With over 50 years’ experience across Scotland, we believe people affected by poor mental health and illness deserve the highest quality of support in the community and that every person has the right to be valued and to share in the opportunities, challenges, and joys of everyday life. 

In this critical role you will work closely with the Co-Investigator (Jim Hume, Director of Public Affairs & Communications) to ensure effective and impactful delivery of all project outputs and outcomes. The position is a multi-agency project employed by Change Mental Health and will be working in partnership with NHS Highland Public Health, High Life Highland, Museums Heritage Highland, Highland third sector organisations, local community groups and the academic research team.

Our Project Coordinator will engage very closely with regional and local community members, setting up and chairing groups where required in partnership with the wider research team, researching process and impact, developing a toolkit, and disseminating findings via events and online media and communication.

The position requires travel throughout the Highlands. Therefore we are looking for the candidate to be based in the highlands, or in Edinburgh (at our National Office).

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and manage the regional stakeholder group; organise and attend the group meetings, deputising for the Co-Investigator (Director of Public Affairs and Communications at Change Mental Health, Jim Hume) as required.
• Proactively assist in the set-up and management of the local co-design stakeholder groups in partnership with the research team; help with engaging local communities, networking and recruiting group members; liaise with Museums Heritage Highland and High Life Highland (providing venues).
• Chairing the co-design stakeholder groups and organising all the meetings.
• Organise online forums for the co-design groups to share experiences, which includes deputising for the Co-Investigator as required.
• Contribute fully and proactively to: (i) project research, for example by giving feedback on the co-design process; (ii) development of the project toolkit; and (iii) recording of project impacts.
• Dissemination of findings as required at multiple stages throughout the project including at the project’s conclusion, which will include leading the organisation of two dissemination events.
• Proactively assist with the setting up of the project website, ensuring website design and maintenance is kept within budget; managing and updating the project website.
• Contribute to communications and publicity, including updates/email bulletins, regular website updates.
• Contribute to and identify others to write blogs, ensure events and project news are publicised

 

General Duties:

• Acting in accordance with Data Protection legislation.  Ensure all records, personal, staff and client data are managed in line with Data Management and Information Governance policies.
• Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements such as provisions set out in the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
• Acting in accordance with the charity’s Health & Safety and Safeguarding policies and to notify your line manager promptly if there are any concerns.
• Participating in regular supervision and appraisal and undertake any relevant training as appropriate to the role.
• Working in accordance with Change Mental Health’s national policies and local operating procedures and those of external regulators or professional bodies.
• To be friendly, polite and professional to all project partners, community members, stakeholders and the public always.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience and knowledge of co-design
• Project management experience
• Community development/engagement experience.

 

Desirable Criteria

• An understanding of remote and rural communities and their service needs, and I understand the impact of health inequalities. I have experience of mental health.
• A people person that can make great relationships, whilst also organised and enjoy immersing yourself in detail. 
• Comfortable and adept with the tools of the modern world including various online communications platforms and social media.
• Have a positive and enthusiastic ‘can do’ attitude and thrive on working in a dynamic team, understanding that everyone needs to be a leader.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and work well with others. Can demonstrate that you have built relationships within communities and with external stakeholders. 
• Enjoy organising and managing meetings that generate positive outcomes for all.
• Can work under pressure and to exacting timelines plus always produce high quality work.
• Ambitious about project team outcomes and achievements. Ability to see a challenge as an opportunity to improve and deliver outstanding service and support.
• Have a driving licence.

This job profile and list of duties is not exhaustive and serves only to highlight the main requirements. The line manager may stipulate other reasonable requirements and projects commensurate with the general profile and grade of the post.

Successful applicants for this post will require a Basic Disclosure.

Samaritans is looking for a driven and user-focused Website Manager to join our talented Digital Engagement team, for 12 months covering maternity leave. You will play a critical role in developing and optimising the content and functionality of our website to deliver impactful online services and information to our supporters, volunteers, and those in need of emotional support. 

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You will lead a small team and work collaboratively with colleagues and our external development partner to deliver products and campaigns that grow our reach and maximise conversions.

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You’re a proactive and experienced digital specialist with a passion for using your skills to make a real impact in people’s lives.

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• £40,500 – £42,000 per annum

• 12 months fixed term contract, covering maternity leave 

• Permanent, full-time role (35 hours per week)

• We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences

• Hybrid working: Linked to Ewell, Surrey office.  A blend of working from home, the Ewell office and other locations for team meetings. 

• In-person working: Meeting in person is something we value. Mandated in-person meetings will be in place from Jan ’25. This includes regular meetings with line managers, team and directorate meetings, new starter inductions and time spent with colleagues in other teams. This is around 2 days per month and further information can be found on our careers website.   

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Web team

• Manage and improve content and functionality for Samaritans’ websites

• Manage major projects

• Manage third-party suppliers, platforms and tools

• Increase our digital reach

• Grow digital maturity

• Analytics and reporting

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Your skills and experience

• Strong understanding of digital marketing techniques, processes and best practice.

• Expertise managing a digital content production workflow. 

• Experience managing web development processes, with experience of working in an Agile environment.

• Detailed experience working with and developing a CMS. Wagtail experience desirable but not essential.

• Experience of managing a high performing team.

• Demonstrable track record of successfully using data-led insights to support continuous improvement in a digital context. 

• Knowledge of the digital sector: key trends, technology, ideas.

• Understanding of user experience principles and skilled at interpreting user behaviour.

• Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and standards and how they apply to monitoring digital performance.

What’s in it for you – our benefits​

So, you want to work for us? Good choice. We like it here too. We offer competitive salaries, flexible and hybrid working to suit your needs, family-friendly policies, 28 days annual leave inclusive of wellbeing days and a matched pension contribution up to 5%. You’ll have a structured induction and ongoing projects, secondments & learning opportunities. We also have colleague-led affinity groups made up of people with shared identities. 

Your health and wellbeing is our priority. We have a staff community of Mental Health First Aiders, a Health Cash Plan and an Employee Assistance Programme. You’ll have free subscriptions to Headspace (your personal guide to mindfulness, sleep, focus, movement, and more) & Perkbox (an employee benefits platform with online exercise classes). That’s not all. We listen to your ideas and have staff forum and social committee networks.

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Hybrid and flexible working: We are a flexible organisation, and we embrace hybrid working – a mix of connecting in person and remotely. We’re aware that the world is changing, and we all want and need different things from our work and home lives. So, if you need to walk the dog, go to the gym, or have commitments outside of work, we’re open to talking through flexible working options that work for you and us. 

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Being Inclusive: We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from Disabled, BAME and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans. 

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Application 

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply.

You’ll be asked to upload your CV and cover letter. Applications close Sunday 20th October. Video interviews likely to be held in the week commencing 28 October.​

If you're ready to lead impactful change and contribute to our mission that fewer people die by suicide, apply today.

Are you passionate about making a difference and have experience in relationship management and project delivery?

Join the Samaritans as a Regional Development Lead for the Western Route and play a key role in our mission to reduce suicides on the rail network.

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• Fixed term contract until 28 March 2025
• £32,850 per annum pro rata plus benefits (£19,710 per annum for 21 hours/week)
• Part time (21 hours per week) – we are flexible on work pattern (days and times worked), ideally Friday as a non-workday is preferred. Talk to us about your preferences at interview.
• Home based contract with hybrid working
• A blend of working from home and from regional rail offices. Significant travel throughout the Western Route 
• The successful candidate should live within or adjacent to the Western Route 

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About the Role:

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As a Regional Development Lead, you'll be at the forefront of our work with key stakeholders, including Network Rail, British Transport Police, train operating companies, and local organisations. You'll represent the Samaritans Rail Programme at regional and local levels, guiding and supporting stakeholders on suicide prevention initiatives and developing Joint Suicide Prevention Plans (JSSPs). Your role will be to:

• Act as a central point of contact for rail contacts, sharing information on national campaigns, internal communications, crisis signage, policy, and research.
• Manage regional suicide prevention activities, collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver impactful results.
• Lead community activities and post-incident support, ensuring local applicability of national guidelines and strategies.
• Promote responsible and ethical language around suicide and foster a culture change within the rail industry.

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About You:

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To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead initiatives from start to finish.
• Experience in relationship management, with the ability to influence and collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex information clearly and accurately.
• A proactive, problem-solving approach with a strong sense of empathy and emotional intelligence.

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Why Samaritans?

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Samaritans is a unique workplace. Here, you’ll find an organisation that’s dedicated to making a real difference. We offer a supportive and inclusive environment, where you will have the opportunity to collaborate with like-minded people and grow professionally.

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What’s in it for you – our benefits:

So, you want to work for us? Good choice. We like it here too. We offer competitive salaries, flexible and hybrid working to suit your needs, family-friendly policies, 28 days annual leave inclusive of wellbeing days and a matched pension contribution up to 5%. You’ll have a structured induction and ongoing projects & learning opportunities. We also have colleague-led affinity groups made up of people with shared identities.

​Your health and wellbeing is our priority. We have a staff community of Mental Health First Aiders, a Health Cash Plan and an Employee Assistance Programme. You’ll have free subscriptions to Headspace (your personal guide to mindfulness, sleep, focus, movement, and more) & Perkbox (an employee benefits platform with online exercise classes). That’s not all. We listen to your ideas and have staff forum and social committee networks.

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Hybrid and flexible working: We are a flexible organisation, and we embrace hybrid working – a mix of connecting in person and remotely. We’re aware that the world is changing, and we all want and need different things from our work and home lives. So, if you need to walk the dog, go to the gym, or have commitments outside of work, we’re open to talking through flexible working options that work for you and us.

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​Being Inclusive: We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from Disabled, BAME and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans.

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​Application: If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You'll be asked to upload your CV and a 1 page cover letter, which includes your interest in the role and your transferable skills and experience.

The role will close to applications at midnight on Sunday 20th October with interviews in the week of 28th October.

A project supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB)

At Verbal we work to ensure that every story matters, using storytelling to enhance the well-being of individuals and communities. We believe that access to storytelling should be universal, helping build a more equal and fair society.

JOB TITLE: LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT OFFICER 

REPORTING TO:PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR 

ACOUNTABLE TO:PROGRAMME MANAGE 

SALARY: £31,346 PER ANNUM

CONTRACT: 36 HOURS PER WEEK  

3 YEAR FIXED TERM  

LOCATION: DERRY~LONDONDERRY OFFICE 

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Learning & Development Officer to join our team at Verbal for our Peace of Mind projects. This role is responsible for the growth and skill development of our Peer Mentors across the North and the Republic of Ireland. The ideal candidate will evaluate the training and performance of these individuals, monitor and review training content, and ensure that all training initiatives align with our Peace of Mind goals and missions 

As Learning & Development Officer your responsibilities include; 

• Design, implement, and manage development programmes aimed at enhancing the skills and competencies of our Peace of Mind Peer Mentors 

• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs by assessing the performance of Peer Mentors  

• Provide ongoing support and coaching to Peer Mentors across schools that have been part of our Peace of Mind project. 

If you are interested in working in an environment where you can truly make a difference in the lives of those you work with, please download the Learning & Development Officer recruitment pack – www.theverbal.co 

Closing date for applications is: 01/11/2024 before 12noon  

It should be noted that the criteria for this post may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.  

The Verbal Arts Centre operates a Child Protection Policy. 

The Verbal Arts Centre is an Equal Opportunities Employer. 

The Events team sits within the Insight and Development team whose purpose is to maximise Alzheimer’s Research UK’s income by driving collaborative, efficient and sustainable ways of working. This team of experts works alongside the whole organisation and is fundamental to the delivery of our ambition.

The Events Officer will work closely with the Events Manager in the development and delivery of a first-class events programme for Alzheimer’s Research UK, ensuring a consistent, professional, and highly engaging supporter experience. This role involves management of events, as well as supporting other teams across the organisation on their events scoping, planning and delivery.

This role is a fixed-term contract to cover a period of shared parental leave.

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

· Responsible for the development, management, delivery and evaluation of events within the Events Calendar including dinners, receptions, webinars and other events as required.

· Support in management and delivery of events managed by other members of Events team as required.

· Work alongside the Events Manager and the conference working group on developing, managing and delivering the Research Conference.

· Work alongside the Events Executive to ensure the Events inbox is utilised and RSVPs are responded to in a timely manner

· Responsible for team use of the databases including Events Air, by monitoring and reporting on events activity

· Undertake any other relevant duties and projects delegated by the Events Manager in line with the responsibilities of the post

· To brief the senior leadership team, scientists, clinicians, speakers, staff and volunteers ahead of each event

· Regular attendance at events; this will include some travel and work outside of ordinary working hours

 

What we are looking for:

· Events industry experience, both online and in-person.

· Planning and delivery of online events via Zoom, Teams or similar.

· Confident working with computers, extensive knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.

· Co-ordinating projects or events, particularly large-scale events of 200+ attendees.

· Delivering activity against and monitoring a budget.

· Excellent project management skills.

· Ability to prioritise and effectively manage multiple tasks.

· Excellent attention to detail.

· Strong communication skills, both written and verbal; with a natural ability to articulate ideas, problems and solutions.

· Good interpersonal skills, ability to interact with different stakeholders and significant stakeholder management experience.

· Strong organisational and analytical skills.

· Able to use creativity, innovation and resourcefulness to identify opportunities.

· Collaborative, sharing knowledge and ideas with colleagues.

· A proactive team player, who can work independently.

· Flexibility and adaptability within the role when required.

· Willingness and ability to work at events, often outside of core working hours.

Additional Information:

Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.

Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals.  This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.

Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. 

Salary: Circa £28,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.

The closing date for applications is the 22nd October 2024, with interviews likely to be held week commencing the 4th November 2024. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as the closing date may be brought forward at any time. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.  Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, your CV will be anonymised. Please however note we are unable to anonymise the application question which you are required to complete. When answering this question please remove any personal information, including your name. All questions answered as part of your application are also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. The hiring panel will only be made aware of your name and address once you are invited for an interview. Should you need any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, then please contact us via our website. 

How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.

About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure.  Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope. 

There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure. 

In 2022, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement and were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:

• 48th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.

• 19th in the 100 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.

• 3rd in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.

In addition, we were also shortlisted for a special award recognising the work undertaken on reducing our environmental impact.

In 2021, we were awarded the HR Management award by The Charity Times for our Wellbeing initiatives throughout the pandemic.

In 2020, we demonstrated our commitment to changing the way we think and act about mental health in the workplace and signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge. 

ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference. 

To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK

About The Role
Closing date: 28th Oct
Hours: This is a full-time position, with 28 hours per week and a prorated salary.
Application Process: Please ensure you apply with your most updated CV and a supporting statement on why you believe you would be the most suitable individual for this position.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
This role is home-based but requires extensive, independent travel with your own transport across Bournemouth and Dorset.
We have an exciting opportunity to join our award-winning Time for Dementia programme, as the programme expands across the South of England to Bournemouth University. This role will be working directly with Bournemouth University to support the implementation of Time for Dementia within their curriculum as well as to find and enrol families affected by dementia to take part.
You will lead in the area of promoting Time for Dementia and networking, building, and maintaining relationships with external organisations. You will be responsible for enrolling families affected by dementia into the programme and supporting them throughout their involvement.
Alzheimer's Society was 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 wonderful achievement and we're incredibly proud, as this is a fantastic testament to all the people who make up Alzheimer’s Society.
About you
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a role that is fast-paced and varied.

- You have excellent communication skills, with the ability to form productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders and people affected by dementia.
- You have a positive and proactive attitude to challenging situations and problem-solving, using a collaborative and engaging approach with colleagues.
- You work with enthusiasm, and a ‘can-do’ approach and are an organisational leader who will inspire the project teams you work with to push through challenges and achieve change.  
- Have a positive and proactive attitude to challenging situations.
- The ability to problem-solve, using a collaborative and engaging approach with colleagues.
- The ability to form productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders and people affected by dementia.
- Strong interpersonal and interpretation skills will allow you to have open jargon-free conversations.
- Highly organised and can manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Be a team player, supporting colleagues when there are deadlines, and who knows when to ask for help themselves.
- Ability to collaboratively, develop strong relationships and influence to ensure effective fit-for-purpose business solutions.
- Be a self-starter and incredibly motivated.

About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the biggest health and social challenge of our time.

There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition alone.

At Alzheimer’s Society we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today and providing hope for the future. We’re here for everyone living with dementia.
 
As a Society, we are made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers and clinicians. We are the UK’s largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia.

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 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.

Mind BLMK works across our communities to support positive mental health and wellbeing. Working closely with a range of partners, we offer a number of activities from our wellbeing centres and local venues to make a difference to the mental health and wellbeing of people in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes, and our aim is to make sure that no-one has to face a mental health problem alone.

Fundraising and Engagement Administrator
Post no: 617
Office base: HQ, Flitwick
Area covered: Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £23,088.00 F.T.E (actual salary £9,360 per annum)
Hours: 15.0 hours per week, over 3 days (to be agreed)

About the Role

This role is an exciting opportunity to work for Mind BLMK as part of the Fundraising & Engagement Team.

The successful applicant will carry out general admin duties in line with Mind BLMK’s policies, procedures, and processes. This is a busy role and will require excellent stewardship and donor care skills as well as meticulous organisation and innovative thinking. As an Ambassador for Mind BLMK, you will need to have a passion for mental health and an ability to operate at all levels.

Key Duties

• Carry out general admin duties in line with Mind BLMK’s policies, procedures, and processes (support meeting and greeting; post; email and telephone enquiries; finance, room bookings and meetings for fundraising and engagement / training departments; ordering and monitoring resources for fundraising and training.
• Deal with a wide variety of calls and enquiries from the general public, corporate organisations, operational staff, and managers, responding and taking action as appropriate (taking messages; relaying information accurately and on time; offer appropriate information regarding fundraising / communications and training.
• Responsible for stock checking and supplies and resources and open communication with internal and external parties.
• Ensure fundraising and marketing materials are stocked, and marketing materials are up to date.
• Monitor and maintain communications, training and fundraising email boxes.
• Liaise with internal / external parties regarding training duties as necessary and as directed by the Income Generation Manager.
• Write and send out outgoing thankyou letters to income streams.
• Help maintain an up to date and accurate supporter database and finance log.
• Provide general support to the Fundraising and Engagement Team.
• Provide general support to other Departments within the organisation.

Entitlements/benefits:

• 25 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
• Auto-enrolment NEST pension scheme (employer contributes 3%, employee contributes 5%)
• Westfield Health Plan – includes access to everyday healthcare and indemnifies towards the cost of routine health care.
• Discounts available through Blue Light Card & Tickets for Good
• In-house and external Learning and Development as appropriate for the role.
• Flexible Working On request (in line with Mind BLMK policy on Right to Request Flexible Working)

If you have a passion for working in mental health and possess the required skills, we would love to hear from you.

Closedown: 5pm on Monday 11th November 2024
Interview date: Monday 2nd December 2024
Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if enough suitable applicants apply
Start date: ASAP

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

Mind BLMK has been committed to the Mindful Employer charter and the Disability Confident Employer Scheme since 2008.

Please note: Mind BLMK follows Safer Recruitment practices and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Therefore all our roles are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

No agencies please.