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Part Time – 14 hours per week

Salary: £25,909 pro rata - (actual salary for working 14 hours is £10,363.60)

The Diocese of Chester is seeking to recruit a Finance Administrator who will provide finance support to the Diocesan Board of Education (DBE) and working under the direction of the DBE’s Finance & Operations officer and Director of Education.

The successful candidate will have an appropriate finance administration qualification (AAT Level 2 or equivalent) and have had previous responsibility for bookkeeping in a small to medium enterprise.

For informal conversation, contact Canon Chris Penn, Director of Education - contact details in the attached documents or via the apply/redirect to recruiter button. 

The job description, person specification and application form can be downloaded from the Diocesan website: 

Please see website address in the attached documents or via the apply/redirect to recruiter button.

Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs E A Geddes, Diocesan Director of Human Resources, preferably by email - contact details in the attached documents or via the apply/redirect to recruiter button. 

Closing date:  Sunday 26th October 2025

Interviews: Wednesday 5th November 2025

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Waking Night Worker to play a pivotal role in our complex needs Service in Wandsworth.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

This role provides overnight waking cover to ensure the safety, security, and smooth running of properties within the Cluster and on-call night hub. You will conduct regular health and safety checks, monitor CCTV and alarms, respond to emergencies, and contact on-call managers or emergency services when required. The role includes supporting clients in crisis, maintaining accurate records, and facilitating access to emergency or ongoing support.

Acting calmly and professionally at all times, you will ensure a safe, supportive environment for clients while adhering to Hestia's health, safety, and safeguarding policies.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Here's what the team will be looking for

You bring strong experience in delivering high-quality customer service within supported or accommodation-based settings, ensuring that service users feel respected, safe, and supported at all times. You demonstrate a good understanding of Health and Safety regulations relevant to housing environments, alongside a basic knowledge of housing management, including maintenance, repairs, and the ability to monitor and report any property-related issues promptly.

You have proven experience in working with individuals with mental health needs, with a solid understanding of the signs, symptoms, and treatments of mental illness. You are confident in recognising when a client's mental health is deteriorating and taking the appropriate action to ensure their safety and wellbeing.

You are proficient in maintaining accurate records related to both premises and clients, using computer-based systems and demonstrating strong IT skills across Microsoft Word, Outlook, and internet applications. Your good literacy and numeracy skills enable you to produce clear written correspondence and manage basic financial transactions, such as petty cash, with accuracy and accountability.

You work in line with safeguarding policies, applying your understanding of safeguarding principles to ensure the protection and welfare of all service users. Overall, you combine professionalism, attention to detail, and empathy to deliver safe, efficient, and person-centred support within accommodation-based mental health services.

When will I be working?

You will be working a shift rota, covering evenings, 39 hours per week, including some weekend shifts.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

About Women in Prison

Women in Prison is a national, women-led, feminist organisation.  We deliver front line support to women harmed by the criminal justice system, through our work in prisons, in the community and ‘through the prison gate’ as they resettle back into their communities. We also campaign for systems change that addresses the root causes of offending, reduces the harmful impact of prison, and creates workable, community-based alternatives to imprisonment.  
 

Job Purpose:

Women in Prison’s Advocates deliver high-quality, trauma-informed, independent advocacy for women in communities and in prisons, which focuses on early intervention, and holistic provision as part of a ‘whole system’ multi-agency response that looks to address the root causes of women’s offending.

Key Responsibility Areas

1. Provide high-quality, trauma-responsive advocacy and support to a caseload of women in contact with, or at risk of being in contact with the criminal justice system.
2. Undertake risk and needs assessments and co-producing bespoke support plans with women across the nine pathways to reoffending.
3. Monitor case management systems to ensure accurate and timely data recording, aligning with contract KPIs and WIP policies.
4. Champion the core values of Women in Prison, including social justice and feminism in all internal and external communications, articulating their importance to the work we do.

For the full list of responsibilities, please download the recruitment pack.

Salary: £16,050 per year

Hours: 20 hours per week

Days: Monday - Friday (hours to be agreed)

Location: Sanderstead, South Croydon

Bring your administration skills into one of our homes and you will be a key factor in helping us to deliver high quality care for young people at risk in the community. We need experienced and enthusiastic part-time administrators to join our team of professional staff and share in building brighter futures for young people.

About the Role

• Answer telephone calls in a professional manner, take accurate messages and return calls at the Home Manager’s request.
• Undertake typing/word processing, including confidential reports for Local Authorities, assessments, review records, letters, memos, etc.
• Carry out routine filing and set up and manage filing systems as appropriate, including archiving records in line with procedures.
• Assist the Home Manager in keeping and updating the petty cash records and other financial accounts for the home and assist with the system of invoicing.
• Minute internal and external meetings to a high standard.
• Maintain staff records including appraisals, sickness reports, annual leave and TOIL records.

St Christopher’s Academy

At St Christopher`s we can provide more than just a care job. We can offer you a career where you can develop your skills and knowledge while making a difference to young people’s lives.

When you join St Christopher’s, we will set you up in your career with a tailored development plan. Whether you want to move across to a different service, become a Manager or just explore further your current role, we will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. If you want to learn more about St Christopher’s Academy, please visit our website.

We are proud that 84% of all our Team Leaders, Deputies and Managers are internal promotions. 

 Applicants should have:

• Experience as administrator, ideally within residential homes.
• An organised approach and the ability to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines.
• Ability to use IT including Word, Excel, Access and Power point.
• Good communication skills, oral and written and ability to use IT including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
• Have high personal and professional standards

In return we offer:

• Competitive salary.
• A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture
• 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. 
• Industry Leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and Social Pedagogy.
• Contributory pension scheme, Enhanced Maternity and Company Sick Scheme. 
• UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. 
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support. 
• Cycle to work scheme. 
• Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK. 
• Discretionary Funded Training Programs. 
• Employee Awards based on performance and length of service. 
• Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services.

St Christopher’s Approach

At St Christopher’s Fellowship, Social Pedagogy is our core philosophy of care, drawing together theories and concepts from related disciplines such as sociology, psychology, education, philosophy, medical sciences and social work. Our use of social pedagogy centres on attachment theory and building positive relationships with young people to bring out their inner “diamond”.

We make sure our actions reflect our values. Working in this way allows us to build trust and empower people to do their best, whatever their role.

At St Christopher’s having the right people and investing in their development is crucial. Our Training Team, alongside the Home Managers, ensure that each member of staff has a detailed development plan that matches the work they do and equips them to be knowledgeable, creative, calm, supportive and confident in whatever situation comes their way.

Recruitment Process

 At St Christopher’s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.

Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. For the full Job Description and Person Specification plese visit our website. CV’s will not be accepted.

It is against the law to apply for work with Children/Young People if you are barred from working in Regulated Activity and if your name is added to a Children Barred List.

All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked.

St Christopher’s Fellowship has a minimum age requirement of 21 for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and semi-independent Homes.

For more information or assistance during the application process, please contact us.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Specialist Intervention Worker to play a pivotal role in our DA Intervention Service in London

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

You will support women with multiple and complex needs across Hestia's pan-London refuges, ensuring they have access to therapeutic support that facilitates their recovery. You will provide immediate crisis intervention and create a safe, welcoming environment for women fleeing domestic abuse. You will ensure access to emergency supplies such as clothing and toiletries, apply for relevant grants, and help women maximise their income.

You will work closely with refuge staff, offering additional support and upskilling teams to manage challenging behaviours with resilience and confidence. You will build strong partnerships with external agencies including mental health services, drug and alcohol teams, the DWP, police, housing authorities, social services, and voluntary organisations to safeguard and promote the welfare of service users.

You will maintain relationships with GPs and health professionals to explore treatment options, including social prescribing, and support women in attending appointments. You will coordinate cases across multiple refuge sites, delivering bespoke interventions and high-quality assessments aligned with ‘The Hestia Approach', a trauma-informed framework that prioritises recovery and individual strengths.

You will co-produce Safety Plans and Strengths and Aspirations Plans with women, focusing on their goals and capabilities. You will provide domestic abuse support and risk management through tools such as DASH and MARAC, while ensuring compliance with safeguarding legislation for both children and adults. You will promote a trauma-informed, anti-racist, and intersectional feminist culture, placing women with multiple support needs at the centre of service delivery, and you will work in line with Hestia's values: Respectful, Genuine, Dedicated, Collaborative, and Courageous.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Here's what the team will be looking for

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled  professional with strong communication abilities. You will have experience delivering high-quality support to individuals with varied needs and risks, including survivors of domestic abuse, and be confident in identifying and managing risk appropriately.

You should be proficient in using computer-based systems to record work accurately and possess sound knowledge of welfare benefits, housing legislation, and the rights of survivors under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021. A solid understanding of health and safety within a refuge setting and safeguarding practices is essential.

You will be able to carry out person-centred key working, support planning, and risk assessments to promote independence. An understanding of the needs of women from diverse communities and the barriers they face in accessing support is vital, alongside a commitment to equal opportunities and promoting dignity, choice, and control.

The role requires the ability to liaise effectively with external professionals to shape support packages and a willingness to travel across London and beyond when necessary.

This post is restricted to female applicants only under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.

When will I be working?

You will be working full time, 39 hours per week between the hours of 9am - 5.18pm. Please note this roles requires travel across London.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Wildlife Fundraiser

No experience necessary!

Ready for a Role that’s Rewarding, Challenging - and Never Dull? Are you passionate about nature? Do you have the confidence to strike up conversations with strangers and inspire them to take action?

If you're looking for a job that’s meaningful, dynamic, and gives you a story to tell every single day - this might be exactly what you’re looking for.

If you don’t have fundraising experience… don’t worry, this is an entry-level role and full training will be provided! A company van is just one of the amazing benefits you will receive as part of your role… so apply today!

We are currently recruiting for Fundraisers in County Tyrone. Please only apply if you are able to reach this location within an hours drive from your home post code.

Position: Wildlife Fundraiser County Tyrone

Ref: OCT20253999

Location: County Tyrone

Salary: £25,847.00 - £27,549.00 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Sun, 9th Nov 2025. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any stage once we have made a hire.

The Role

This is not your average 9-5.

Each day you’ll:

• Use your company van (with fuel and parking covered) to travel to venues in your area.
• Set up an eye-catching, informative fundraising stand.
• Engage members of the public in meaningful conversations about conservation.
• Inspire them to become members through regular direct debit support.

You’ll be a visible, passionate ambassador for nature - often outdoors, often on your feet, and often outside your comfort zone. This role takes grit, resilience, and the ability to bounce back after a tough day. But for those who thrive on purpose and people, it can be deeply fulfilling.

We’ll Set You Up for Success

• Full training provided - no wildlife knowledge needed!
• Salary-based role (not commission-based) with set income stability.
• Company van included for business use, with all expenses covered.
• Generous 34 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays), plus sabbatical opportunities

What do current employees say about this fantastic position?

‘Securing a membership is always a great feeling that stays with you. Being able to talk about things you are passionate about and learn a lot about wildlife is a real plus.’ Fun, challenging, requires resilience, great colleagues.’ - Membership Fundraiser - Current Employee

But it's not just about the benefits – it's about the impact you'll make. Join a team that's dedicated to preserving nature and inspiring others to do the same. Your role will be pivotal in driving positive change, and you'll have the support of a diverse and inclusive community every step of the way.

About You

What we need from you:

• A passion for people and a belief in the power of conservation (we’ll teach you the rest!)
• Resilience: the ability to face rejection and keep going with positivity.
• Confidence speaking to strangers and working towards clear targets.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Availability to work 3 out of 4 weekends.
• Willingness to travel up to an hour from home each way every day.
• Comfortable working outdoors and often alone.
• Fundraising, sales, or customer service experience.

Please note, you will be required to travel to the HQ in Sandy, Bedfordshire during your induction. For a full list of induction dates please refer to the recruitment pack when you click to apply. All associated costs for travel and accommodation will be covered. Full training and support will be provided.

Whether you’re from hospitality, retail, sales, or a volunteer background, if you have the drive to inspire and the heart for nature, we want to hear from you.

If you’re looking for more than just a job - something that challenges you, inspires you, and lets you make a real-world impact - apply now! You will be asked to upload your CV and complete a short online application form once you select 'apply'. Please use the cover letter section in the application form to tell us why you are best suited for this role.

Additional information

We are looking for starters to join the team across the next few months. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to the dedicated Resourcing Advisor once you click to apply.

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

The Charity is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Please note that we are actively recruiting for this vacancy and reserve the right to close once sufficient applications have been received.

The charity are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse organisation, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve this vision of creating a world richer in nature, the team need more people on nature's side and more diverse people. People of colour and disabled people are underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sectors. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. You can contact the team to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.

Before applying for this role, we recommend reading through the candidate guidance notes once you have been redirected. #INDNFP

Please note: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation

Main purpose of post
This role is to lead and be responsible for the development, management and
delivery of WPCC’s high quality, professional counselling and complementary
therapy services for adults, and for children and young people, at the Cavendish
Centre and in outreach locations. This role supports the holistic well-being of
service users, ensuring the services are safe, effective, accessible, and aligned
with the charity’s values and objectives

 To lead and be responsible for the delivery of effective service provision,
including outreach services, and to maintain the ethos and high
standard of the supportive care offered.
 To lead a service that provides one-to-one and small group
complementary therapy services and one-to-one counselling for around
1,000 beneficiaries per annum, including outreach provision in hospitals.
 To be responsible for the management of a complementary therapy and
counselling services budget of around £500,000 per annum.
Leadership & Service Development
 Lead and develop complementary therapy and counselling services to
meet the needs of clients, families, and carers.
 Plan and schedule timetables and freelance staffing rotas to maximise
the availability of counselling and complementary therapies within
available budgets, maximising freelancer availability and efficient
appointment scheduling.
 Evaluate and enhance service delivery in line with best practices, clinical
guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
 Identify and implement service improvements, based on user feedback,
evidence-based practice, and sector developments.
 Work effectively with the Head of Cancer Services and other service leads
to ensure counselling and complementary therapies are an integral part
of the wider WPCC service offer to people affected by cancer.
 To be part of a service lead team which can provide leadership cover
across all services to address day-to-day operational issues, including
safeguarding cover (for adult and children’s services) and maintenance
of service availability.
Freelance therapist management
 Recruit, support, and manage a multidisciplinary team of freelance
counsellors, therapists, and volunteers.
 Ensure therapists delivering these services are of a suitable quality, and
have up-to-date and relevant accreditation/professional registration to practice, including clinical supervision arrangements, insurance, CPD
and DBS checks.
 Provide professional oversight of freelance therapists ensuring all
professional standards are met
 Ensure all team members adhere to safeguarding, clinical governance,
and confidentiality standards.
 To ensure therapists delivering these services are of a suitable quality
and have up-to-date and relevant accreditation/professional registration
to practice, including clinical supervision arrangements, insurance, CPD
and DBS checks.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
 Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ethical standards and legal
requirements in counselling and complementary therapy (e.g. BACP,
CNHC, HCPC).
 Oversee risk assessments, safeguarding processes, and incident
reporting procedures.
 Monitor and report on service performance using agreed metrics and
impact evaluation tools.
Client Care & Support
 Ensure services are inclusive, trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and
tailored to individual needs.
 Act as a senior point of contact for complex cases, ensuring appropriate
pathways and referrals.
 Maintain a client-centred approach, fostering dignity, respect, and
empowerment.
Partnerships & Engagement
 Build and maintain relationships with health professionals, community
organisations, and funders.
 Liaise as required with external stakeholders, such as healthcare
professionals, safeguarding teams, education providers, social services,
and third sector partners.
 Promote the service through outreach, events, and stakeholder
engagement.
 Contribute to grant applications, reports, and impact assessments to
support sustainability and growth.
Governance, Administration & Reporting
 Manage budgets for therapy and counselling services, ensuring costeffectiveness.
 Maintain accurate and confidential records in line with GDPR and data
protection policies.
 Ensure suitable collection of activity data and produce service activity
and evaluation reports for internal and external stakeholders.

What you do
We are seeking a highly motivated individual who shares our values to join Weston
Park Cancer Charity’s busy charity team. Our Counselling and Complementary
Therapy Lead will play a vital role in leading counselling and complementary
therapies service, and will help us to deliver our vision: a better life for those living
with, and beyond, cancer in our region. If you are interested in progressing your
career within an organisation which makes a real difference to the lives of thousands
of people, we’d love to hear from you.

About you:
 You will be highly committed to ensuring the delivery of WPCC’s high-quality
counselling and complementary therapy services for adults and for children
and young people.
 You will be highly-organised. You will be able to plan a regular schedule to
maximise the beneficiary impact we are able to provide, whilst also able to
respond to short-term challenges such as practitioner absence.
 You will have a deep understanding of both counselling and complimentary
therapies and how they contribute to integrative cancer care.
 You will work effectively with colleagues, integrating one-to-one counselling
and complementary therapies as part of a wide-ranging service delivery team
which offers advice, transport, peer-to-peer support, and group support.
 You will be committed to delivering safe and confidential services, with a high
level of awareness of the legal and regulatory environment.
 You will be able to manage budgets and resources within the available budget.

Job Title: Service Manager

Location: Derby City (office based)
Salary: £40,627.32 per annum
Contract type: Permanent, Full Time 

Hours: 37.5 hours per week. As part of this role, you will be required to work from site and participate in an out-of-hours on call rota.

This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Service Manager to lead on the delivery of high-quality services to the women and their children living in our refuges and survivors of domestic abuse supported by our community outreach service.

We are recruiting for Service Manager who is passionate about supporting survivors who are impacted by domestic abuse and other gender-based crimes.  This is a multifaceted, fast paced, and exciting role where you will join our team in Derby to lead on the delivery and development of high-quality refuge and outreach services for survivors of domestic abuse and other gender-based crimes.

Our service provision in Derby includes culturally specific service for South Asian women as well as a specialist multiple disadvantage support worker who support survivors facing enhanced needs.

The post holder will provide line management and support to the accommodation based and the outreach service staff. This will include providing supervision on complex and high-risk cases, overseeing operational emergencies, and ensuring high standards of casework. You will also ensure that all service users in refuges and the outreach service always receive a high-quality support service in line with Refuge’s policies and procedures.

The Service Manager will lead on the delivery of the multiagency aspect of work, working jointly with the Refuge teams and wider stakeholders to deliver best services to the survivors.

Candidates must have proven experience of providing direct emotional and practical support to vulnerable people, managing, and motivating staff, managing casework as well as working within multiagency setting.  In addition, you must have an excellent knowledge of domestic abuse and other gender-based violence and its impact on survivors.  

You will have knowledge of relevant criminal and civil law legislation, as well as Housing and Health and Safety legislation.   

As member of the management team, you will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on call management service.

The service manager will be responsible for ensuring that contractual and other funding requirements are met fully, this includes ensuring that the services operate within the allocated budget and that Refuge’s high-quality standards are maintained. The role may involve visiting potential sites and contributing to the establishment of new services in conjunction with the development team.

The job involves working closely with staff that support survivors and their children who are experiencing domestic abuse and other gender-based violence.

Please note that this post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Closing Date: 09:00am 6 November 2025

Interview Date: 18 and 19 November 2025

Registered Nurse Manager

Are you an experienced leader in residential care? 

Do you thrive in a compassionate, faith-driven environment? 

Ready to lead a dedicated team towards excellent care? Join us at Bridgemead!

We’re searching for a proactive and dedicated Registered Nurse Manager to lead our committed care team at Bridgemead Care Home. Bridgemead is a 32-bed residential care home by the river in central Bath. The home cares for those who live with dementia and respite care in Bath.

This role is more than just a job – it’s a calling. We seek a manager who aligns with our evangelical Christian ethos to continue our tradition of faith-led care for our residents.

As part of Pilgrims’ Friend Society, we are driven by a mission to serve and enrich the lives of older people through person-centred care within a nurturing Christian community.

What You’ll Do: 

• Ensure high-quality care in line with our policies and Christian values;
• Lead and manage the care and hospitality teams ensuring they are well-trained and motivated;
• Oversee the development and implementation of care plans
• Responsible for the home’s budget, in conjunction with the Head Office Finance Team. This includes local purchasing etc within budget limits;
• Manage complaints from residents, relatives and staff in accordance with Society policy;
• Engage with local church and community groups to maximise voluntary help and spiritual support available;
• Uphold the Christian ethos of the home through leadership and example. 

What You’ll Bring: 

• Management experience in a residential care home or similar setting; 
• Qualification in Health & Social Care (Level 3 or above); 
• Strong leadership and people management skills; 
• A passion for person-centred care and working with older people;
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities; 
• IT proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook);
• Ability to manage workload and remain calm under pressure.

Hours:

Full-time, 40 hours per week, with occasional weekend, bank holiday, and on-call cover as required.

Why Join Us? 

• Salary: £47,000 to £50,000 per annum 
• 5 Weeks' paid holiday per year as well as bank and public holidays
• Training & development
• Ongoing support from management
• Perkbox – including an Employee assistance programme
• Care Friends referral 
• Long-standing service rewards
• Birthday rewards
• Life assurance scheme
• Pension scheme

Apply today to make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents in a role filled with purpose and fulfilment. Bridgemead is waiting for you! 

Please note: This role has an Occupational Requirement to be filled by an evangelical Christian under the provisions of the Equality Act (2010).

We are committed to having a diverse senior management team and we encourage applications from disabled and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidates, as these groups are under-represented on our senior management team at present.

Please note: this vacancy may close sooner if sufficient applications have been received so please apply as soon as possible if interested.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The role is responsible for delivering comprehensive HR support across the organisation covering recruitment, onboarding, training, and support for performance management and employee relations.  It includes managing volunteer processes and working closely with both internal managers and external HR and training providers.

The postholder will play a key role in maintaining effective HR systems, ensuring policy compliance and supporting a positive work culture.

Key responsibilities

· Managing end-to-end recruitment processes across multi-disciplinary teams, including: recruitment, onboarding, DBS checking, training and development, absence and performance management, and leaver processing

· Oversight of SCT’s volunteer recruitment, onboarding, training and administration in collaboration with SCT’s manager

· Working closely with SCT’s outsourced HR support

· Providing SCT managers with guidance on volunteer recruitment and any management issues

· Implementing, maintaining and reviewing an annual training plan for all employees

· Maintaining up-to-date staff files and HR system records including DBS validation, handling confidential employee and volunteer data in line with data protection legislation

· Supporting employee relations by assisting with complaints, grievances and disciplinary procedures including the provision of support to managers on all employee-relations matters

· Working with SCT’s Business Operations Manager to ensure accurate information is provided to SCT’s outsourced payroll administrators to ensure accuracy of all relevant information

· Supporting the ongoing review, development and improvement of clear, consistent and accessible policies and procedures across the organisation

· Working closely with SCT’s managers to promote the ongoing communication, implementation and participation in the review cycle of policies and procedures

· Undertaking other reasonable duties that may be required from time to time.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

· CIPD-qualified to level 5: significant HR management experience will also be considered

· 3+years demonstrable generalist HR management experience or similar role types – ideally in a small organisation or NFP

· Demonstrable experience of working across multiple sites

· Excellent communication skills both written and in person with the ability to adapt to a range of audiences

· Experience of presenting materials and report-writing to a range of audiences.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

· Professional demeanour

· Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters

· Meticulous attention to detail across a range of competing demands

· Ability to align with organisational values and promote the organisation’s vision and ethos

· Commitment to working in an inclusive, person-centred and trauma-informed environment

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience in developing and implementing annual training and development plans.
• Previous involvement in reviewing and updating organisational HR policies and procedures.
• Experience in the charity or voluntary sector, particularly in managing and supporting volunteers.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and talented Data Engineer to join our growing Data and Insights team. Stewardship is growing in its data capabilities and developing an ever-stronger data led culture. Fundamental to that is having accurate, reliable, meaningful data in the right place at that right time. 

The Data Engineer will support stakeholders, including data analysts, our technology teams, and software developers, to ensure optimal and consistent data delivery. They must be self-directed and comfortable supporting the data needs of multiple teams, systems and products. The right candidate will be excited by the prospect of growing and optimizing Stewardship’s existing data architecture and integrating external datasets to support our next generation of products and data initiatives.

Occupational Requirement (OR)

As a result of our Christian ethos, this post is covered by an Occupational Requirement (OR) under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. The successful applicant will be expected to be a practising Christian and to clearly demonstrate a personal commitment to the mission, principles, values and practices contained in our Ethos Statement, by:

· Active membership of local church congregation.

An understanding of the faith aspects of the work of Christian charities, including the preparedness to pray with colleagues, where appropriate.

About Women in Prison

Women in Prison is a national, women-led, feminist organisation. We deliver front line support to women harmed by the criminal justice system, through our work in prisons, in the community and ‘through the prison gate’ as they resettle back into their communities. We also campaign for systems change that addresses the root causes of offending, reduces the harmful impact of prison, and creates workable, community-based alternatives to imprisonment.

Job Purpose:

The Family Advocate will provide trauma-informed specialist support to women in the community and in prison who are at risk of losing custody of their children/have already experienced child removal. This role will also upskill colleagues, and work with Children’s Social Care teams to improve the response to women impacted by the criminal justice system.

Key Responsibility Areas 

1.      Provide high-quality, trauma-responsive support to women in contact with the criminal justice system, who are at risk of experiencing/have experienced child removal. 

2.      Provide expert advice and support to colleagues, including upskilling through information and training sessions on Children’s Social Care and family court processes, and increase Children's Social Care teams' knowledge and understanding on women in the criminal justice system.   

3.      Develop effective relationships with key stakeholders, such as Children’s Social Care, probation, prison, to ensure a collaborative approach to women’s needs. 

4.      Monitor case management systems to ensure accurate and timely data recording, aligning with contract KPIs and WIP policies.

The Communications Department at Alzheimer’s Research UK (ARUK) informs, inspires and engages our many audiences about dementia and the progress being made in research. The Corporate Communications Manager will be part of the Strategic Communications team – one of several specialist teams in the wider Department.

The Corporate Communications Manager will be responsible for ensuring consistent and compelling external communications to drive our brand, as well as establishing the charity’s position in key strategic areas and helping to drive value from our corporate partnerships.

They will ensure a clear internal narrative and key messaging for ARUK employees, as well as supporting external communications from the CEO Office. This will include guiding key thought leadership pieces from ARUK’s Senior Leadership Team and ambassadors, informing key stakeholder communications and protecting ARUK’s growing corporate reputation.

The postholder will oversee the charity’s Annual Report and Review and identify opportunities to raise the charity’s profile in key strategic areas of work. The postholder will manage the work of two Corporate Communications Officers.

This role is a 12-month fixed term contract to cover a secondment.  

Key Responsibilities:

Team Management

· Developing and delivering operational plans for the team, working closely with other departments across the charity including Corporate Fundraising and the CEO Office.

· Day-to-day responsibility for the budget of the team, including reforecasting.

· Providing effective team management, exhibiting ARUK’s leadership values, including holding regular 1:1s, providing positive and constructive feedback, managing time and workload, and supporting training and development needs of team members.

· Feeding into the development of department-wide initiatives to improve ways of working, increase engagement and improve the quality of our output.

 Thought Leadership

· Develop and execute high-impact communication strategies that amplify the CEO’s voice across internal and external platforms.

· Craft compelling narratives, speeches, op-eds, and social media content that positions the charity as an industry leader. Identify emerging themes and trends to proactively shape messaging.

· Source, evaluate, and coordinate media opportunities including interviews, podcasts, panels, and profiles. Prepare briefing materials and talking points to ensure consistent and impactful representation.

 Partnership Communications

· Managing the work of a team focused on supporting communications of and to our corporate fundraising partners, including:

- Supporting New Business teams on pitch and proposition development.

- Supporting Partnership Development teams on partnership announcements.

- Providing regular opportunities for Fundraising teams to learn and improve their communication skills, as well as providing consulting support on a range of relevant topics arising within those teams.

· Providing oversight and support for communications around current and future strategic partnerships for ARUK.

Key Messaging

· Responsible for developing and maintaining key messaging documents and guidelines for the Department and ensuring internal teams and external partners are using consistent messaging to underpin the charity’s brand.

 Media Relations

· Coordinating pro-active PR planning, using media metrics to guide decisions and identify key areas of opportunity.

· Agreeing and tracking the use of media key messages.

· Taking an active role in promoting thought leadership pieces on key corporate or strategic issues for the charity.

What we are looking for:

· Ability to develop and support a high-performing team that delivers on organisational priorities.

· Confident setting KPIs and direction for teams and will have proven success leading integrated PR and digital campaigns.

· Significant experience working within an influential press office, including a record of proactively securing top-tier coverage.

· Experience and/or understanding of working on issues relating to health inequalities and public health.

· Demonstrates and encourages ownership and responsibility; builds drive and motivation in others – has a ‘can-do’ attitude, is committed to delivering results, and strives for continuous improvement.

· A highly strategic and creative thinker, with exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.

· Creative flair, with an eye for detail, compelling copy and engaging ideas – able to spot opportunities and develop them for the benefit of ARUK and its beneficiaries.

· Excellent journalistic skills and an understanding of how to influence and use the media, including through thought leadership.

· Ability to develop clear and persuasive messaging to support ARUK’s strategic goals and enhance the charity’s reputation.

· Able to build effective relationships with internal colleagues and contacts in partner organisations, adapting ways of working to account for different personal working styles and organisational cultures.

· A collaborative and approachable nature – able to work effectively, communicate regularly and challenge constructively with colleagues in relevant Departments to develop and deliver projects.

· A self-starter, able to work with independence, intelligence, drive and initiative.

· Strong ethical standards and a high level of personal integrity.

· Willingness and ability to travel independently in the UK and beyond, and to work outside of regular office 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 £44,000 per annum, plus benefits.

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

The closing date for applications is the 19th October 2025, with interviews being arranged once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. 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 being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, 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 2024, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement. This is the second consecutive time; we have been awarded a Best Companies 3-star accreditation.

We were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:

· 18th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.

· 10th in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.

· 2nd in the 30 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.

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

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Legal Counsel to join our dynamic team. The Legal Counsel is responsible for advising and challenging senior colleagues, ensuring the provision of sound legal advice and guidance. They will oversee legal compliance, manage legal risk mitigation efforts and take ownership of legal processes to enable the smooth operation of our organisation.

This position will take accountability for developing and implementing the charity’s legal strategies, ensuring that legal risks are proactively identified, managed, and mitigated effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

 Compliance and Regulations

· Take ownership of monitoring and advising on changes in laws and regulations relevant to the charity, including but not limited to charity law, data protection, health and safety.

· Oversee the development and execution of strategies to address legal risks, obligations, and opportunities.

· Ensure compliance with applicable legal frameworks, to include the creation and maintenance of a legal register.

· Proactively identify, monitor, address, and report on legal (and where appropriate other business) issues of significance.

Contracts

· Take responsibility for drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of contracts including, but not limited to commercial, research, collaboration contracts and service agreements, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and mitigating potential risks.

· Oversee the provision of timely and pragmatic legal advice on matters of contract law, intellectual property rights, employment law, governance, and other relevant areas, ensuring alignment with our organisational goals.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

· Take ownership of managing legal disputes, litigation, and other legal matters, ensuring effective collaboration with external counsel to safeguard the charity’s interests.

· Identify and address legal risks proactively and escalate more complex legal matters when appropriate.

· Provide specialist advice to ensure foreseeable legal risks are effectively identified.

Stakeholder Engagement & Training

· Be accountable for establishing and maintaining effective business relationships with internal and external stakeholders, overseeing the integration of legal input into decision-making processes.

· Take responsibility for developing and delivering training sessions and workshops to ensure employees and stakeholders are well informed on legal matters, contracts, policies, and procedures.

· Establish and maintain effective business relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

 What we are looking for:

· Qualified solicitor or barrister in the UK, with a current practicing certificate, sound legal training in a well-regarded legal practice, and relevant post-qualification experience in-house and / or in private practice.

· Strong knowledge of contract law, and the drafting of agreements, negotiating contracts and developing compliance.

· Strong knowledge and understanding of UK legal frameworks, regulations, and compliance requirements applicable to charitable organisations.

· Ability to translate complex technical information into clear and accessible advice to non-legal stakeholders.

· Extensive demonstrable post-qualification experience.

· Solution focused, pragmatic, and able to apply legal knowledge and good practice in day-to-day work.

· Able and prepared to quickly develop a good understanding of new legal areas and issues which affect the organisation.

· Able to recognise when more complex and serious issues arise and escalate appropriately.

· Proven ability to independently lead initiatives, oversee multiple priorities and ensure deadlines are met in a fast-paced environment.

· Proficiency in MS Office 365 and other relevant software applications.

· Proven drafting, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

· Strong ethical standards and a high level of personal integrity.

· Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to assess risks, develop effective solutions, and to exercise good judgement / initiative in a variety of situations.

· Confidence in presenting / communicating to groups of people and / or senior leadership.

· Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

· Ability to quickly establish personal credibility and to develop and maintain effective strategic relationships.

· Receptive to feedback and demonstrates flexibility, curiosity, and an ability to learn.

· Enthusiasm, commitment and motivation for work, and the achievement results

· Demonstrated ability to manage and take ownership of strategic relationships, fostering deeper partnerships across the organisation. 

· Working experience of intellectual property rights, employment law, governance, regulatory compliance, and data protection.

· Experience working with complex charities.

· Personal demeanour that secures the trust and confidence of others.

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

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

Salary: Circa £70,000 per annum, plus benefits

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

The closing date for applications is the 19th October 2025, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. 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 being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, 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 2024, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement. This is the second consecutive time; we have been awarded a Best Companies 3-star accreditation.

We were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:

· 18th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.

· 10th in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.

· 2nd in the 30 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.

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