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Letchworth Foodbank is seeking an exceptional part-time Charity Manager to lead our organisation.   Our mission is the prevention or relief of poverty in our area by serving the needy in Letchworth, Hitchin and Baldock.  Receiving donations and grants of over £200,000 per annum, the Foodbank distributes over 40 tonnes of food and £50,000 of food vouchers every year to those that need it most.

As an organisation relying entirely on grants and donations, we face challenging hurdles to maintain and grow our income base in order to meet the increasingly complex needs of our clients.  Our strategy is not to stand still but to increase our reach and impact and we require a Charity Manager that shares our ambitions and has the capability to drive our strategy forwards.

We are a volunteer-based organisation with over 75 active volunteers supporting the breadth of operations from warehousing to client facing distribution centres.  We also work closely with local social care institutions and authorities on both funding for the Foodbank and ensuring our support for the needy helps them get back on their feet on a sustainable basis.  The Charity Manager will lead our volunteer team as well as engaging with the institutions and authorities that we work with to achieve our mission and implement our strategy.

The Charity Manager will be a leader driven by our mission, with empathy for our clients and the volunteers they will lead and possessing the skills to deliver our strategy with the support of the organisations and institutions we work with.

Further details of the position are provided in the attached job description.

Job Description

Catch22 are excited to be recruiting for a Senior Service Manager for our West Mercia Child Exploitation Service.

This role has responsibility for the strategic development and operational management of Catch22’s Integrated Child Exploitation Service funded by the West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner.

Integrated Child Exploitation Service A specialist prevention and support service for children, young people under 18 and their families who are at risk of, currently experiencing or has been impacted by Child Criminal or Child Sexual Exploitation across the West Mercia region. The service will consist of four teams located in Worcestershire, Telford and Wrekin, Herefordshire & Shropshire. 

The role will also support the development of the Young People and Families (YPF) Hub and the implementation of learning and development, performance and impact, business development and wider work streams as required. The SSM will work with the YPF SMT and will take a lead role in implementing our YPF strategy in this area. 

The role can be home based, but time spent in each of the services alongside travel across the UK will be required to support delivery and growth of services across the Hub.  The ideal candidate will have experience of delivering and managing similar services, the right mix of leadership, passion and energy, and an innovative nature. A proven track record in engaging with positive relationships with commissioners and securing new business is essential. The role will involve promoting, connecting and building services in order to impact the lives of vulnerable young people with complex needs 

Some of your day-to-day tasks will be:

• To lead and ensure the delivery of high-quality services that meet all targets, standards and KPIs and to take prompt action to address any areas of underperformance.
• To recruit, manage, motivate, coach and develop a staff team including carrying out annual appraisals and regular supervision meetings.  To manage their health, safety and wellbeing.
• To manage subcontractors and strategic partners, conducting regular performance and quality reviews to ensure agreed outputs and outcomes are delivered and the partnerships represent good value for money.
• To ensure that the diverse needs and aspirations of all groups of service users are considered in service planning and delivery and to enable all service users to fulfil their potential.

This post will involve travel across the country and occasional evening and weekend working.

Qualifications 

• Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline such as youth, community, health & social care, management.
• Management qualification, NVQ3/5 Health & Social Care (Desirable)

Additional information

Additional information

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week

Salary: £46,801 - £49,000 (FTE)

Location: Home or Office based with national travel to regional offices (Worcestershire, Telford and Wrekin, Herefordshire & Shropshire) 

Harrogate Homeless Project is seeking to recruit a Senior Caseworker to join the Client Services Team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing team and to have the opportunity to make a real difference to our work.

The post holder will be responsible for leading and managing the caseworker team in achieving HPP objectives; including supporting clients through their HHP journey from their induction to leaving HHP services and beyond.

We are looking for someone who has a positive approach to their work with the ability to initiate and maintain constructive relationships with clients and colleagues. If you have a passion for making a difference to homelessness in Harrogate, then we would love to hear from you.

This is a full time position consisting of 37.5 hours a week. These hours will normally be worked between 9.00am – 5.00pm however some flexibility is required to vary working hours to cater to client needs and assisting them with their appointments.  The salary for the post is £29,250. 

Closing date for applications is 5pm on Thursday 10th April 2025, with interviews taking place week commencing 14th April. If you wish to apply for this post please forward a CV along with a supporting statement, showing how your experience fits with the job description and person specification. 

About Us:

Harrogate Homeless Project provides people experiencing homelessness with a safe place to stay and the support they need to build confidence and move towards independent living.

Company Benefits - • A supportive team environment • Opportunities for career advancement, • 33 days holiday (inc bank holidays) • Healthcare package • Travel benefits • Workplace pension scheme.

Co-operative Development Support Officer

We are delighted to share this new and exciting opportunity for a Co-operative Development Support Officer to join a dynamic organisation. 

Position: Co-operative Development Support Officer

Location: Manchester 

Salary: £26,218 per annum (pro-rated to 21 hours - £15,730)

Hours: Part-time, 3 days a week (21 hours), Hybrid 

Contract: Fixed term contract until 31st December 2025

Closing Date: Midnight, Wednesday 16th April 2025

Interviews: Week commencing 28th April 2025, in Manchester.

Benefits: Flexible working options, pension scheme, discounted travel to work schemes, employee wellbeing assistance programme including free eye tests, personal and professional growth and development, including coaching and trade union.

We reserve the right to close the role early should a suitable candidate be found before this date. Applicants are required to submit an application form.

About the role: 

As Co-operative Development Support Officer you will support our Community Shares work including the Booster Fund and the Business Support for co-ops teams. This role involves providing essential support to co-operatives and community organisations, guiding them through the process of setting up co-ops, raising and managing community shares. You will also help track performance against funding priorities, contribute to effective funder reporting, and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include: 

• Take the lead on a caseload of enquiries from different organisations, triage their initial contact with us and help them progress successfully throughout their client journey with us 

• Support our Community Shares work and work with two of our support programmes including the Booster Fund and Business Support for co-ops, to enable applicants to progress. This will involve initial enquiries, reviewing expressions of interest and application data and identifying gaps in information submitted, tracking and updating application data on salesforce, identifying suitable support providers and assessors, issuing contract packages and monitoring for delivery of work 

• Build a working knowledge of both programmes’ funding criteria, guidance, timescales, and internal processes 

• Flag any technical queries on organisation’s eligibility or proposed plans and address these internally 

• Set up and carry out initial due diligence, following a defined process 

• Act as a point of contact with applicants and handle their queries promptly and effectively, with a growing understanding of internal and external pathways of support and the wider funding landscape for applicants to explore. 

• Work flexibly with other part-time colleagues, and taking the lead and initiative covering for when they are out of the office

• Follow process maps and identify where relevant opportunities to streamline processes or update the process maps 

• Raise purchase orders and track invoices

• Input into our grant making processes and contribute towards monitoring and closing down of support and grant packages, including identifying gaps in delivery   

• Develop the knowledge to help communities navigate the development milestones and funding maze of setting up organisations and moving towards raising community shares

• Work collaboratively with individuals from other partner organisations and to build and maintain positive relationships

About you: 

To be successful in this role, you will be enthusiastic about the organisation and its mission, and you will have experience working as a Development Support Officer in another organisation.

• Strong systems and IT skills and experience, including Salesforce, Sharepoint and other online systems

• Confident in administering processes   

• Experience and confidence in working collaboratively as part of a small team as well as working with external organisations and partners 

• Ability to multi-task and handle an evolving caseload of clients, tracking their progress and keeping them informed as well as (when needed) making lateral connections to help applicants problem solve their next step forward

• Strong client management and customer facing skills, being confident and empathetic on the front line of enquiries

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to communicate clearly and accurately with a variety of individuals inside and outside the organisation

About the organisation:

As the voice of the UK’s co-operative movement, we empower and support co-operative enterprises with specialised knowledge and expertise, to grow the co-operative economy and create a fairer society. From football clubs and farms to convenience stores and pubs, there are more than 7,000 co-operatives in the UK, each owned and controlled by their members and based on a set of shared principles and values. By promoting shared wealth through member ownership, we are committed to enabling anyone in the UK to form, or join, thriving and sustainable co-ops.

As an organisation we are led by our unwavering values of solidarity, self-responsibility, equity, and honesty, therefore if you share these core values, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Other roles you may have experience in could include Development, Operations, Development Support, Operational Support Officer, Admin, Project management, Project Manager, Operational Support, Operational Support Officer, Admin Support, Administration Support, Senior Administrator, Senior Admin etc. 

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

Job title: Communications &  Administrative Assistant

• Location: Hackney Bridge, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London, E15 2SJ

• Salary: 27k per annum depending on experience (pro-rata -3 days a week)

• Hours: 3 days per week (21 hours per week) office hours are 10am - 6pm with a few evenings and weekends, as needed. These hours may sometimes vary depending on business needs. Flexible working opportunities are available.

The deadline for applications is the 15th of April. 

Who are we?

The Outrunners is a running & movement charity based in Hackney that empowers young people through movement, supported by amazing volunteers and brands such as Nike, Moju, FIIT and Lacoste. We help boost the well-being, teamwork and communication skills for young people in East London. Our vision is to create an equal East London, where everyone is included and no-one is left behind. 

For a relatively new organisation, we’ve already had a big impact through supporting hundreds of local young people and changing the landscape of youth work in the process. 

We strive to do things differently and bring a fresh approach to the work that we do, taking young people out of their day-to-day lives into exciting spaces and offering them world-class opportunities. In 2023 we launched an exciting partnership with Nike’s community team. If that sounds like something you would like to be a part of, read on…..

What do we want?

We are looking for a proactive Communications & Administrative Assistant to support the team with a variety of tasks across programme delivery, fundraising and communications. You will be a generalist with strong attention to detail, who is willing to work on several workstreams, learn and develop new skills, and grow with a rapidly developing impactful charity and community organisation. 

If you’re someone who is passionate about running and movement and the social impact they can have while supporting a community to move together, that’s a bonus. 

What does that look like?

We have ambitions to grow our youth programmes, particularly within schools in 2025. Alongside this our fundraising efforts are also expanding. We’re keen to improve our communication and ensure that we’re raising more awareness of all the impactful work we are doing. 

What you will be working on 

Community support 

• Overseeing coaching rota

• Sending weekly comms to membership and supporters to advertise run schedule, events, fundraising, publicising volunteer opportunities and coordinating volunteers

• Ensuring member data and communications are GDPR-compliant

Fundraising support

• Coordinating race places for fundraisers and participants

• On-boarding and supporting fundraisers

• Adapting comms to send to fundraisers

• Ensuring fundraising literature and platforms are up-to-date

• Monitoring income with fundraising lead

• Using and updating CRM system to record data 

Programme delivery support

• Supporting the Youth Programme Manager with general administrative tasks e.g. DBS checks, recruitment support, supporting with CRM database 

• Support with the evaluation of our programmes eg. writing up case studies, quotes from young people 

General Admin

• General office admin 

• Ordering Outrunners race kit and Outrunners merchandise

• HR Admin - overseeing timesheets, supporting with payroll, support with recruitment 

• Finance Admin - creating and following up on invoices 

• Other admin tasks to support CEO, such as coordinating trustee meetings

This job is for you if: 

• You have  experience of working in an administrative role 

• You have a willingness to learn 

• You are a problem solver with energy and enthusiasm 

• You have strong organisational skills with good attention to detail

• You have an ability to prioritise effectively and work independently to complete tasks 

• You have an ability to multi-task across a number of different projects with varying deadlines

• You are comfortable adapting written communications for a range of audiences online and in person

• You have proficiency in using a variety of technology including: 

  • Google docs, sheets, slides, forms

  • Comfortable handling data and using CRM Systems

  • Canva or similar software

  • Mail-Chimp / WhatsApp for Business / or similar

• You are reliable and professional 

• You have an active commitment to, and working understanding of, equality and diversity, with the ability to work in culturally diverse communities, as well as a readiness to challenge discriminatory behaviour

What’s in it for you?

• The opportunity to be involved in making a difference to young people's lives!

• 25 holiday days as well as bank holidays (pro rata)

• Self-development days 

• The chance to attend exclusive, exciting events with our brand partners including Nike and Moju

• Learning and development opportunities to fit your aspirations, including with some of our partner businesses

• Work-related travel reimbursement

We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply for this role. Even if you feel you don’t meet all the criteria, please still apply as we want to hear from a diverse range of people. 

The successful applicant will need to be subject to a background enhanced disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) before any appointment can be confirmed.

Interested? Here’s how to apply!

• Complete this application form and upload a copy of your CV, and a covering letter explaining why you would like the role, and how you meet the requirements listed in the job description. The covering letter should be no longer than two A4 pages.

• If you meet our requirements, we will contact you for an interview after the closing date 15th of April 

• If you are not contacted within 14 days of submitting your application, on this occasion you have been unsuccessful. We will keep your details on file for any other suitable vacancies.

Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?

Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge?

Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?

Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.

We are looking for an Advocate to join our team in the Dumbarton area. We are seeking applicants who have transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a desire to help those in need of support.

About us

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for Advocates to join and shape this service covering West Dunbartonshire. Your role will require you to travel to locations such as clients’ homes, hospitals, care homes and within community settings across the area to meet with clients and professionals. You will be home based for administration; therefore, access to your own transportation and a suitable home internet connection is essential. 

About you

Desirably you will have some experience of working in advocacy, or providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults who have support needs, ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing support.

You should have worked or volunteered in health, social care, welfare, support services, education or young person’s services, or advice and guidance. 

How will you make a difference?

You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.

You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options, and will assist them in the decision-making process relating to their care, treatment, and support.

You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support.  You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them.  You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard. 

Benefits 

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time colleagues) rising to 30 days upon 5 years’ service 

5% employer pension & minimum 3% employee contribution 

Salary sacrifices pension scheme 

Separate Life Assurance Cover (equivalent of two times your annual salary) 

Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays, gym membership etc 

24/7 Employee Assistance programme 

Access to remote counselling service 

Paid Disability Leave 

Paid compassionate Leave 

Home Working Allowance  

Support with continuous professional development 

Access to Clifton Strengths Coaching for development  

Personal Development Plans 

How are staff supported to work remotely? 

VoiceAbility has a small number of offices. Employees including Team Leaders are homebased for Administration and meetings will be held online as well as in person in the relevant community. 

When you need to travel for work, expenses will be paid (mileage or public transport costs).  

VoiceAbility offers the usual regular manager one to ones, Staff forums and communities of practice depending on role. Team meetings with a mix of virtual and in person approach. 

Equality and Diversity

VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR for further options.

How to apply

To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form. 

Important Dates:

Closing date for applications; Midnight on 04 April 2025, however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.

Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.

Hint: you can use work, personal and/or voluntary experiences, and examples to tell us why you should be our next Advocate.

Want to know more about VoiceAbility and the role?

Please visit the vacancy page on our website

We look forward to hearing from you.

Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?

Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge?

Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?

Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.

We are looking for an Advocate to join our team in the Highland area. We are seeking applicants who have transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a desire to help those in need of support.

About us

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for Advocates to join and shape this service covering Highland. Your role will require you to travel to locations such as clients’ homes, hospitals, care homes and within community settings across the area to meet with clients and professionals. You will be home based for administration; therefore, access to your own transportation and a suitable home internet connection is essential. 

About you

Desirably you will have some experience of working in advocacy, or providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults who have support needs, ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing support.

You should have worked or volunteered in health, social care, welfare, support services, education or young person’s services, or advice and guidance. 

How will you make a difference?

You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.

You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options, and will assist them in the decision-making process relating to their care, treatment, and support.

You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support.  You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them.  You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard. 

Benefits 

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time colleagues) rising to 30 days upon 5 years’ service 

5% employer pension & minimum 3% employee contribution 

Salary sacrifices pension scheme 

Separate Life Assurance Cover (equivalent of two times your annual salary) 

Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays, gym membership etc 

24/7 Employee Assistance programme 

Access to remote counselling service 

Paid Disability Leave 

Paid compassionate Leave 

Home Working Allowance  

Support with continuous professional development 

Access to Clifton Strengths Coaching for development  

Personal Development Plans 

How are staff supported to work remotely? 

VoiceAbility has a small number of offices. Employees including Team Leaders are homebased for Administration and meetings will be held online as well as in person in the relevant community. 

When you need to travel for work, expenses will be paid (mileage or public transport costs).  

VoiceAbility offers the usual regular manager one to ones, Staff forums and communities of practice depending on role. Team meetings with a mix of virtual and in person approach. 

Equality and Diversity

VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR for further options.

How to apply

Please follow the link to our website to apply. 

Important Dates:

Closing date for applications; Midnight on 9th April 2025, however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.

Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.

Hint: you can use work, personal and/or voluntary experiences, and examples to tell us why you should be our next Advocate.

Want to know more about VoiceAbility and the role?

Please follow the link to our website

We look forward to hearing from you.

We’re Causeway, the UK-wide charity who believes in the power of lasting change. We take people from existing to living, and empower our service users, including survivors of modern slavery and exploitation, to find their voice and place in society. Since 2005, we have expanded across multiple regions and now provide accommodation and outreach support to hundreds of survivors of modern slavery every year.

In 2018, we collaborated with South Yorkshire Police in an initiative called Plan B. This helped to launch the LifeNavigate department. Using a trauma-informed approach, we are fully committed to breaking the cycle of crime, alongside other organisations such as South Yorkshire Police and Merseyside Police. Our vision is to ensure a thriving future for marginalised and vulnerable people, and it would not be possible without our dedicated team of staff and volunteers. 

Role Summary

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a skilled, experienced, and motivated Head of Communications and Engagement to lead on our organisation wide communications and engagement activity ensuring effective alignment with our Strategic plan objectives and our charity manifesto. A priority objective for us is the elevation of survivor voice and the successful candidate will be able to contribute to that objective with creativity, empathy, and sensitivity. If you are an experienced communications professional with a passion for social change who seeks to make a positive impact with the content they create, then we would love to hear from you. 

Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities will include:

• To lead on Communications and Engagement activity for the whole organisation working closely with the CEO and wider Senior Management Team.

• To develop and implement engaging multi discipline campaigns including PR activity that contribute to the delivery of Causeway’s Strategic objectives.

• Lead on developing and communicating Causeways’ core messaging and brand, both internally and externally, ensuring agreed guidelines are adhered to and consistent terminology and language is always used.

• Create a pipeline for gathering stories and case study content in a way that does not place a significant burden on frontline staff and will demonstrate a clear understanding of informed consent and safeguarding in relation to vulnerable individuals and risk assessment processes.

• Build and maintain relationships with key journalists, broadcasters, content creators, celebrities and influencers as required to help further our objectives.

• Oversee the management of content and utilisation of all our digital engagement and communications channels including social media platforms and our website.

• Work to position Causeway at the forefront of the sectors we operate in communicating our innovative approaches, gaining traction and recognition across a wide audience.

• Ensure that all media, press and other external queries are handled in a timely sensitive, mutually beneficial, and accurate way.

• Effectively evaluate and measure the impact of all Communications and PR activity.

• Keep up to date on best practice and news within our sector, particularly in relation to changes to communications innovation, legislation, and codes of practice.

• Ensure Causeway abides by all relevant legislation in relation to its communications.

• Ensure all spend in relation to Communications and Engagement team and projects is within the parameters of the agreed department budget.

• Proactively respond to breaking and industry worthy news to highlight our services and position us at the front of industry knowledge sharing.

• Support identified Causeway media spokespeople in preparing for press and media interviews through thorough and accurate briefings and act as a media spokesperson when required.

• Track relevant daily news stories to our impact areas, responding to trends, key industry announcements and maximizing opportunities.

• Line manage and coach a small but effective team of communications, marketing, and content production staff

• Ensure the CEO and board of trustees are provided with quarterly reports on department progress.

• Play an active role in the senior management team and maintain an effective working relationship with your peers and colleagues, to ensure the work of the Communications and Engagement department aligns with organisational and departmental goals, strategy, and actions.

• Support senior management with internal communications as and when needed.

Any other duties that are commensurate with the role

Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?

Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge?

Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?

Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.

We are looking for two new Advocates to join our team in Lincolnshire on a 12-month fixed term contract. We are seeking applicants who have transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a desire to help those in need of support.

About us

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for Advocates to join our team covering Lincolnshire. Your role will require you to travel to locations such as clients’ homes, hospitals, care homes and within community settings across the area to meet with clients and professionals. You will be home based for administration; therefore, access to your own transportation and a suitable home internet connection is essential. 

This is a full-time role for 35 hours per week, applicants who do not hold the IAP or IAQ qualification will start on £22,500 per annum pro-rata.

About you

Exciting opportunity for Children's advocacy.

Some experience of working with young people advantageous and knowledge of Looked after children, Child in Need and Child protection processes advantageous.

The role will also necessitate limited work out of normal hours (week time only) to visit Childrens Homes to deliver face to face advocacy

Desirably you will have some experience of working in advocacy, or providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults or young people who have support needs, ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing education and support.

Preferably, you should have worked or volunteered in health, social care, welfare, support services, education or young person’s services, or advice and guidance.

How will you make a difference?

You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.

You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options, and will assist them in the decision-making process relating to their care, treatment, and support.

You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support.  You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them.  You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard. 

Professional Development?

You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day.

Benefits:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time colleagues) rising to 30 days upon 5 years’ service 
• 5% employer pension & minimum 3% employee contribution 
• Salary sacrifices pension scheme 
• Separate Life Assurance Cover (equivalent of two times your annual salary) 
• Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays, gym membership etc 
• 24/7 Employee Assistance programme 
• Access to remote counselling service 
• Paid Disability Leave 
• Paid compassionate Leave 
• Home Working Allowance  

Support with continuous professional development 

Access to Clifton Strengths Coaching for development  

Personal Development Plans 

How are staff supported to work remotely? 

VoiceAbility has a small number of offices. Employees including Team Leaders are homebased for Administration and meetings will be held online as well as in person in the relevant community. 

When you need to travel for work, expenses will be paid (mileage or public transport costs).  

VoiceAbility offers the usual regular manager one to ones, Staff forums and communities of practice depending on role. Team meetings with a mix of virtual and in person approach. 

Equality and Diversity

VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR for further options.

How to apply

To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account on our website. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form.

Important Dates:

Closing date for applications; 12pm Friday 4 April 2025 however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.

Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.

Hint: you can use work, personal and/or voluntary experiences, and examples to tell us why you should be our next Advocate.

Want to know more about VoiceAbility and the role?

Please visit out website

We look forward to hearing from you.

About us 

The Refugee Council is the nation’s refugee charity. Together with community groups, partners and volunteers, we help people who have escaped war and persecution to rebuild their lives, integrate into communities, and play their part in Britain. Born in the aftermath of World War II, our frontline services support over 14,000 refugees each year to find safety, get to know their neighbours, and enter education, training or work. We share our evidence and expertise with policymakers to help build integrated communities where everyone can contribute. 

About the role 

London Borough of Lambeth is commissioning a resettlement therapeutic service for refugees resettled in Lambeth via Resettlement Schemes funded and overseen by the Home Office. The Service will offer therapeutic and psychological interventions to resettled refugees including individuals, groups and families.

In this role, you will:

• Offer therapeutic intervention to include psycho-education groups, one-to-one therapy to adults and children.
• Provide a holistic assessment to refugee adult, children and young people who have been resettled in Lambeth.
• Liaise with educational and social care services as appropriate to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children and young people being supported by Refugee Council.
• Offer consultation and awareness training to educational staff working with resettled refugees across the region
• Take a lead on Project monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on outcomes to a high standard.

Contract: Fixed term until March 2026.

Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week.

Staff benefits 

To reward our staff for the value they bring, we offer a variety of enhanced terms and conditions and a wide range of benefits, including: 

• Training & Development 
• Employee Assistance Programme 
• Pension Scheme 
• Work Life Balance Policies 
• Employer-Sponsored Volunteering 
• And more. 

Let’s work together to improve the lives of refugees in the UK - apply on our website today.

Closing date: 21 April 2025

Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request. 

SUMMARY
Position Title: Programmes and Partnerships Director
Salary: £50,000-57,000
Reports to: CEO Line managing: Associate Director of Spark Programmes (1 FTE), Head of Fellowship (1FTE), Head of Changemaker Development Support (1FTE) Location: Liberation centre Brixton, London (New office)/ Remote working within the UK with at least 2 days work from our office
Contract: Full time (40hrs/weekly), fixed-term contract for 1 year, with potential for extension and role expansion (part-time -4days weekly minimum, will be considered).
Hours: TAA has flexible working hours, with some expected evenings and weekends due to the nature of the role. All extra hours are reimbursed as Time off in Lieu (TOIL).
Start date: As soon as possible (specific date tbc)
Benefits: TAA laptop and phone, (with additional insurances, employee assistance and health cash package including staff supervision, counselling, dental, optical care and more.).

 The Advocacy Academy is an activist youth movement. We serve as the political home for grassroots youth organising and the catalyst for collective action. The lives of the young people we work alongside have been directly shaped by living in an unjust world, and we exist to turn their anger into action.

Young people are often the catalysts for major social change, from the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee at the heart of the Civil Rights Movement, to the Soweto Uprising mobilising young people to resist the apartheid regime's education policies, to the Sunrise Movement redrawing the electoral map across America, and more recently encampments and protests across the world protesting the genocide in Palestine. How successfully they achieve real and lasting change depends on whether they are organised and whether they have the right strategy and tactics to be effective.

This is why we are looking for a Director capable of envisioning the full journey of a young person through their time with The Advocacy Academy from the first activation point to whenever they choose to end their journey with us. We want someone who is excited to ensure the educational and operational excellence required to deliver this life-changing experience - and who’s bursting with ideas to make it even better year-on-year.

We want our young leaders to win and to build real power across the UK that ensures that the generations that follow aren’t just inheriting our mess, but our equipped and ready to fix it. That’s why we are looking for someone to be the engine behind our Programmes and Partnerships department. You will be highly motivated, with a high standard for yourself and others. We’re seeking someone creative, ambitious and disciplined, with a track record of delivering outstanding training and curriculum, and a passion for managing a high-performing team. You will have a strong moral compass, experience working within political or anti-oppression spaces, a love of making good trouble, and a proven commitment to building people’s capacity to challenge the status quo.

Before you skim the job description, please remember you don’t have to tick all the boxes for each role to apply. Charity experience is not a requirement! We all experience a bit of imposter syndrome, including the staff here at The Advocacy Academy. Let’s name it for what it is - a manifestation of the oppression many of us face on a day to day. If this role pulls you and you believe you could make a difference, then apply anyway or reach out to us to discuss more!

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
1. You will be accountable for the Programming and Partnerships strategy within TAA and growing our burgeoning partnerships programme
2.  You will be responsible for overseeing the architecture of our programmes:
3. You will be responsible for holding the culture of the movement
4. You will oversee the delivery of programme to ensure that our programmes run like well-oiled machines

5. Team and Line management:
6. Key member of the senior leadership team (SLT)
7. Governance and Compliance
Please refer to the recruitment pack for the full JD.

IDEAL EXPERIENCE

• Experienced Programmes Director, ideally with extensive experience working with young people
• Proven experience in creative facilitation and learning design, ideally curriculum planning as well Proven experience in managing a team and line managing staff members
• Experience working in a small team environment which is growing at pace
• Experience organising for social change and strategic campaigning
• Experience safeguarding marginalised young people
• Project management experience including project design, coordination of logistics, coordination of project staff, monitoring and evaluation and reporting to senior staff
• Experience working respectfully in marginalised communities. Our programmes prioritise those directly impacted by injustice and people from marginalised communities. You should be someone who understands how to work respectfully with and for people on the sharp end of systemic injustice in our society
• Proven experience in scaling programmes through strategic partnership building and collaborative growth initiatives

This is an outline of the responsibilities and duties of the Programmes and Partnerships Director, it is not intended as an exhaustive list and may change from time to time to meet the changing needs of the Liberation Centre and our young people. Any changes will be made in consultation with the post holder.

HOW TO APPLY
Candidates will be asked to provide a CV and a Cover Letter OR a supporting video application addressing the following questions(no more than 1000 words or 10 minutes for all questions).

1. Tell us about why you believe young people must be given the skills and confidence to take action
2. Please describe a transformational curriculum you have designed and delivered, and the journey it took participants on.
3. Include anything else you would like us to know as we consider your candidacy for the Programmes and Partnerships Director role.

In addition, please also provide information on your notice period and your availability for interview. You may also attach any other content that would be relevant for us to have in order to showcase interest and experience. The content can come in any form of media, including but not limited to - a mind map of ideas, a timeline or portfolio of your work, life or experiences; a recording; a Powerpoint or other form of presentation; a song, article, poem or other writing samples.

A BIT ABOUT YOU

• You are passionate about, and committed to, creating a more fair, just and equal world.
• ​You believe in the potential of young people to challenge the status quo and are dedicated to helping them become more powerful citizens.
• You’re established in the world of youth work, anti-oppression facilitation, or political education.
• ​You have a strong network of people which you are excited to activate to further the work of The Advocacy Academy and the campaigns run by our Members – an address book of great contacts.
• You’ve got a deep understanding of, and a personal relationship with, issues of social justice. From racism to the housing crisis to climate justice, you’ll be aware of how systemic injustice operates in our society, clued-up and well-informed on the big issues of our time, and committed to changing them.
• You’ll be comfortable managing a “to-do” list of competing priorities and communicating with a diverse range of stakeholders. This role requires someone with initiative who can balance multiple priorities and sensitivities.
  You’re a sensitive and thoughtful relationship-builder. You’re a great listener, and remember people’s names, faces, and stories.
• You’re a confident communicator: persuasive, passionate, and inspiring. From coaching Members to conducting a briefing before a stunt, you’ll know intuitively how to communicate effectively and have the ability to build strong, deep relationships with a wide range of people and organisations.
• You’re enterprising and excited to be using your initiative to build exceptional things from scratch with limited resources. You’re comfortable with tension and have experience have experience managing difficult conversations to successful resolutions.
• You pursue growth, value feedback, and being outside your comfort zone and are always willing to reflect, learn, grow and stretch yourself. 

DATES
Closing Date: The deadline for applications 10th April 2025 by 1pm.
Task: If shortlisted you may be required to complete a short written assessment task.
First Round of Interviews: will be scheduled for 21st - 24th April 2025 (Dates are subject to change).
Second Round of Interviews: will be scheduled for 28th April - 01 May 2025 (Dates are subject to change). This interview will include presentation of a detailed session plan on a given topic.
Third Round of Interviews: TBC. This will include a presentation to the CEO and Senior Leadership Team on strategy development.

NOTHING ABOUT US WITHOUT US
We aim to be representative of the community we are working with. We encourage applications from people of colour, those who identify as LGBTQIA, working class as well as disabled people, those living with mental health conditions, refugees and migrants. We welcome people from all identities who are made to feel marginalised.

We’re not just committed to being an equal opportunity employer, we actively celebrate diversity in all its forms. Let us know if we can do anything to make the application or interview process more accessible. If you are invited to interview, we will at that point ask you for any accessibility requirements or preferences.

As an employer we make all reasonable adjustments to support employees in their work if they are disabled or have a health condition. We support the Access to Work scheme which could provide you with financial support to get the help you need to do all tasks successfully. We are happy to facilitate Access to Work assessments and reclaims, and would actively welcome applicants who would need this in order to do the job. All staff who work on our programme must have, prior to starting work, a returned satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) dated no earlier than 1st January 2021. The Advocacy Academy will assist the application for, and pay for the processing of, a new DBS for staff members where required.

We welcome applications from people with convictions. Please disclose in your application if you have any convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings that are not “protected” (as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013)) . We consider each person on their own merits, taking into account all the circumstances.

Starlight, the national charity for children’s play in healthcare, is seeking an experienced income and engagement leader to drive income generation, growth and increased engagement with the charity.

No child should suffer avoidable psychological trauma from their healthcare or treatment. Nor should they have to endure anxiety, loneliness and isolation as part of their healthcare experience. Starlight works to ensure every child can experience the power of play, supporting their mental and physical health during treatment and recovery from illness.

There is an urgent need to improve children’s experience of healthcare and their long-term relationship with health; 71% of settings have no designated budget for play resources, and 85% of Trusts and Health Boards have no policies and procedures for play.

Starlight is seeking a Director of Income Generation and Engagement to grow income both to address this need and, working for a small but ambitious charity, seek effective ways to raise brand awareness and promote Starlight through media partnerships and effective use of social media to reach target audiences.

Sitting on the Senior Management Team and wider Leadership Team, the role will provide strategic vision, direction and hands on support to a multi-disciplinary team of High Value and Public Fundraisers, Business Insight and Communications experts. The post-holder will also be responsible for strategically developing Starlight’s tone of voice and communication reach and acting as a public face for the charity, ready to represent and advocate for Starlight with all partners and in the media including radio and TV.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced fundraiser across Philanthropy, Individual Giving, Corporate Partnerships and charitable trusts, able to coach and inspire multi-disciplinary teams to deliver their best results.  You will have a commercial mindset and a strong track record in a Senior Fundraising and Marketing role, successfully diversifying and growing income streams, with the ability to identify and capitalise on new funding opportunities. You will also be able to demonstrate results from leading strategic communication functions with an emphasis on consumer-led activity. Finally, you will have credibility and gravitas to build relationships and influence people at all levels, internally and externally.

Please download our Candidate Pack for further information [PDF], which includes details on how to apply.

Closing date: Monday 14th April, 9.00am.

We are looking for Philanthropy Manager for an incredible childrens health charity to be responsible for proactively leading the cultivation and stewardship of potential and existing Major Donors, Trusts, and statutory bodies.

This is a Surrey based role, four days in the office and after probation the opportunity to work from home once a week. 

The Charity
A passionate childrens health charity, dedicated to providing practical and emotional support to children and families in times of need.

You would be joining a highly respected organisation, who prioritise a supportive and inclusive working culture. They have been repeatedly named as one of the top non-profit organisations to work for, and offer fantastic benefits, including flexible working, a minimum of 25 days holiday, along with a range of professional development opportunities as well as much more!

The Role
Drive the growth of a portfolio of existing supporters and new prospects, giving at the five and six-figure gift level.

Lead on maintaining relationships with key Major Donors, Trusts and Statutory bodies, through exemplary stewardship.

Work closely with the Events Manager to engage donors through a programme of special events

Manage, coach and support three direct reports.

The Candidate
Track record of securing five or six figure funding from Major Donors, Trusts and statutory sources to achieve challenging income targets.

Previous experience delivering a prospect research programme and effective prospect management.

Previously lead funder-relationship management, through exemplary stewardship

Line management experience to build a collaborative and high performing team

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

We are looking for a dedicated Face to Face Officer to support people with sight loss in achieving their goals and independence through effective fundraising campaigns. This role involves overseeing both internal and external fundraising activities, ensuring campaigns are delivered on time, within budget, and in full compliance with all relevant legislation and Guide Dogs’ high standards.

You will manage relationships with third-party suppliers, analyse data, suggest improvements and monitor performance, address complaints, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure the smooth execution of fundraising initiatives across the organisation. Keeping up to date with industry regulations and best practices is paramount to ensuring the ongoing success of our F2F fundraising teams.

As part of Guide Dogs, you’ll contribute to reaching fundraising targets, influence strategic planning, and support the professional development of our fundraising team. We are a learning organisation and encourage ongoing personal and professional growth. If you're passionate about making a real impact and thrive in a fast-paced, compliance-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.

We value in-person collaboration with our teams and support hybrid working arrangements, so you have flexibility to work in a way that’s best for you. We would like the role holder to work a minimum of 2 days per week from the Reading office.No two people with sight loss are the same, and none of our people are either. So, we are proud to offer a range of person-centred benefits that can support each member of staff in ways that really mean something to them – and show them how much they mean to us. We offer a flexible benefits package, discounts and cashback scheme, a generous holiday allowance and matched contributory pension scheme to care for our people.