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Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. In 2024 we embarked on our new 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
It is an exciting and important time to be joining us at Crisis. We work with thousands of people across England, Scotland, and Wales so they can leave homelessness behind for good. We have recently adapted the way our services work to maximise our impact in ending homelessness.
Title: Senior Practitioner Psychologist (internally this role is known as Senior Skylight Psychologist)
Qualifications: You must be a Practitioner Psychologist qualified for at least 18 months and registered with the HCPC
Hours: Part-time and full-time opportunities available, Monday to Friday. We understand prospective candidates may want to take on this role alongside other commitments. Therefore, we are very open to considering a range of part-time working arrangements in line with Crisis’ Flexible Working Policy. Please let us know what working arrangements you are looking for when completing the application form.
Salary: Full-time salaries are as follows:
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18 months to 4 years qualified - £53,755 (Regional), £57,755 (London) per annum FTE.
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5 to 7 years qualified - £56,454 (Regional), £60,454 (London) per annum FTE.
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8+ years qualified - £60,504 (Regional), £64,504 (London) per annum FTE.
Please note if you are working part-time these salaries will be pro rata. Our salaries are fixed to counter inequity, and we do not negotiate at offer stage.
Location: Crisis Skylight Birmingham, Suite 303, Rhubarb, 25 Heath Mill Lane, Digbeth, B9 4AE. This role is mainly onsite, so you can meet face-to-face with our members and team, but some homeworking is an option in line with Crisis’ Hybrid Working Policy.
About the role
We are committed to ending the homelessness of more people using our direct services, including people with complex needs. To do this, we are seeking either full-time or part-time Practitioner Psychologists to join our fantastic team in locations around the UK.
Crisis Skylight Birmingham has been established in the city since 2010, delivering trauma informed services to our members, all underpinned by our commitment to Psychologically Informed Environments. Crisis Skylight Birmingham is focused on finding sustainable ways to end homelessness for our members, working to housing led principles starting with securing decent homes. Staff work with members to navigate the systems and processes in place so that members can access the services and support they need, and that they have a right to benefit from. We support members in several areas, to help members find suitable accommodation and build up the skills and resources they need to ensure they can sustain their tenancy.
You will form part of the local Leadership team, supporting the implementation of Psychologically Informed Environments (PIEs). You will support the delivery of our work to members by offering training and leading reflective practice for staff and providing direct services to members at times.
You will also be a part of a national psychology team made up of a Lead Clinical Psychologist, two Regional Lead Clinical Psychologists, and seven Practitioner Psychologists as well as one Assistant Psychologist and Trainee Clinical Psychologists on placements.
At Crisis, we understand more and more Practitioner Psychologists are taking on multiple part-time opportunities within the NHS, private practice and the third sector as this has been the case with our own team. Crisis and our members have benefited from employing people with a variety of different work experience and we are therefore open to considering a range of part-time working arrangements. This an opportunity for you to work within an agile and progressive charity where you can influence psychologically informed ways of working to end homelessness for good.
You will join an extraordinary team of frontline lead workers with a focus on people facing homelessness who have survived a range of difficult and traumatic experiences.
About you
We are looking for people who are community focused and driven by our shared values. This role brings a real opportunity to be creative and flexible in our approach to working psychologically with people who face multiple disadvantages, and to support the staff teams via training and reflective practice.
There are opportunities to provide direct support as well as working extensively with local teams and other parts of the organisation to influence policy and practice developments. We are looking for someone with post qualification experience of working within complex systems and you may have direct experience of working with people who experience homelessness.
You will be excited by the prospect of working innovatively to deliver services locally alongside the Skylight team, as well linking in closely with the wider Psychology team to develop the service. You will be committed towards social justice, and to being an advocate for those we work with and for breaking down the systemic barriers that exclude those who need most support.
We welcome informal conversations to learn more about the role with a member of our Practitioner Psychology Team, please email us and we will arrange a call. If you would like to visit the Skylight prior to applying that can also be arranged.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
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Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.
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Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
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28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave.
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Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
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Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm
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Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly.
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And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
As a member of the Practitioner Psychology Team, you will have:
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Access to funds to support CPD as part of a wider commitment to ensure meeting HCPC standards.
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Reimbursement of costs to join a professional body (e.g., ACP/BPS)
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Bi-annual away day with the Team
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Access to high quality clinical and professional supervision
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How do I apply?
Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. When answering the screening questions please do be thorough, reflecting on your experience to date and using relevant examples. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Sunday 19 January 2025 at 23:59
Interview date and location: Thursday 13 February 2025 at Crisis Skylight Birmingham, Suite 303, Rhubarb, 25 Heath Mill Lane, Digbeth, B9 4AE
Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology for my application?
We strongly discourage applicants from using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. This is so we can run a fair, transparent process which gives all applicants an equitable chance of success. We want to hear about your own experience and perspectives in your application and if shortlisted, during the interview too.
Accessibility
We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help.
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Housing Support Worker (Young People)
Temporary
Full and part time hours available
Cheshire
Morgan Hunt is working with a number of fantastic charities in and around the Cheshire area and are looking to speak to experienced Housing Support Workers to work with young people experiencing homelessness across various settings includes supported housing and dispersed properties.
The role;
The role of a Housing Support Worker includes.
- Supporting young people at risk of / who have experienced homelessness.
- Signposting young people to relevant external agencies who can provide additional support to young people around their needs.
- Encouraging and supporting young people to access employment, training and education opportunities.
- Devising personalised, strength-based support plans with achievable outcomes for young people.
- Completing initial risk assessments.
- Supporting young people to apply for welfare benefits.
- Supporting young people to access long term, sustainable housing.
- Regular support sessions with young people to identify barriers to reaching potential goals and outcomes.
- Supporting young people to develop their independent living skills in order to be "tenancy ready" and able to sustain long term accommodation.
The candidate;
- Experience of working with vulnerable people ideally young people with complex needs.
- Experience of multi-agency working to provide best outcomes for young people.
- An understanding of safeguarding and how to manage a safeguarding concern.
- Experience of lone working and the confidence and initiative to manage long working situations.
- Experience of completing risk assessments and personalised support plans
- Knowledge and understanding of the welfare benefits system and how to support people to access these.
For more information or to be considered for the role of Housing Support Worker, please apply via the advert TODAY!
Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We’re an award-winning charity running local learning centres in the heart of the communities where the young people we support live. Our centres provide a high-impact education programme which includes practical learning support, pastoral care, and motivational and confidence-building activities for young people aged 7-18. Our aim is to enable students from the least advantaged neighbourhoods to realise their ambitions and achieve their wonderful potential.
As the UK’s leading university access organisation, our staff team is helping over 50,000 young people each year at its 44 learning centres and extension projects across England and Scotland, and we plan to scale-up our provision to 50 centres over the coming years.
We are looking for someone who will enjoy working each day with young people and who will thrive in a frontline, community-based, fast-paced and rewarding role. You will be taking up a fixed-term contract as an Education Worker at our centres in London.
Location: London
Contract: Full-time, fixed-term until July 2025
Applications close: 9am Monday 27th January 2025
Start date: February 2025
Salary
£30,000 per annum (inclusive of £2,600 London contribution)
What could my day look like?
The Education Worker role is a frontline, fast-paced and rewarding role where no two weeks will look the same. A typical day will have different activities, possibly spread between the IntoUniversity centre, partner schools and the offices of a corporate partner.
In the morning, you might be setting off with resources to run a workshop for sixth-form students in their secondary school. In the afternoon you may be setting up the classroom ahead of running Primary Academic Support for young people in your IntoUniversity centre. On other days, you may be travelling to a corporate partner to run a business simulation workshop for 15 year-olds or leading a group of final year primary school students on a campus visit for their graduation.
As an Education Worker, you’ll always be delivering the programme as part of your centre team, which means that any delivery is always a team effort.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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- Time commitment: This is a full-time role
- Type of contract: Fixed-term contract for 1 year (renewable)
- Location: London
- Start Date: As soon as possible
Join CHS Alliance as an Administrative Officer!!
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Are you a detail-oriented and proactive professional eager to support a dynamic team working to improve the effectiveness of aid? This role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to CHS Alliance’s mission by ensuring the smooth operation of our administrative, logistical, and financial processes.
The Administrative Officer will play a crucial role in supporting the CHS Alliance team by:
This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates excellent organisational and time-management skills, and is passionate about creating impact through efficient administrative support.
- Organising and managing travel arrangements, including logistics, tracking, and compliance with the CHS Alliance’s environmental policies.
- Supporting the organisation of key events, both virtual and in-person, including managing platforms such as Zoom and venue bookings.
- Collaborating with the Finance Team to process Purchase Approval Forms, review expense claims, and manage invoicing.
Passionate about nonprofit and humanitarian work? Here’s your chance to make an impact!
How to apply:
Applications must include a CV and a motivation letter (no longer than 2 pages each). Please mention your name and the vacancy reference in the subject line.
Deadline for applications: 31st January 2025
Vacancy reference: AA.2025.01
Important notice:
As part of the CHS Alliance team, you commit to the CHS Alliance vision, mission and commit to be personally and collectively responsible for upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct. This includes respecting the CHS Alliance’s Code of Conduct and the dignity of those whom the Alliance pledges to assist and with whom they have contact.
The CHS Alliance has a zero-tolerance policy towards the abuse of power, exploitation, bullying, harassment and discrimination and towards fraud and corruption.
As representatives of the CHS Alliance, staff behaviour must be seen to be of the highest standard and in keeping with the CHS Alliance vision, mission and aims. Therefore, all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. As part of these checks, the CHS Alliance is participating in the Inter-Agency Scheme for the Disclosure of Safeguarding-related Misconduct in Recruitment Process within the Humanitarian and Development Sector. The participation in this Scheme requires the CHS Alliance to seek information about candidate’s misconduct (including sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment) with any previous employers for at least the past five years.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Using Anonymous Recruitment
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SCT currently have two vacancies in our retail division:
- Assistant Shop Manager - Chrisp Street Market Shop
- 4 days - 28 hours per week
- £19,466.00 (£24,333.00 FTE)
- Shop Supervisor - Aldgate East Shop
- 5 days - 35 hours per week
- £23,993.00
Assistant Shop Manager
Overview
Aim and influence
- Assist the manager to achieve weekly/monthly/annual sales and profit targets for each shop.
- To assist in managing the day to day running of the shop staff and volunteers with the aim of maximising sales and controlling shop expenses to support SCT’s mission.
- Work within SCT values.
Other key details
- A 4 day fully flexible working pattern, including weekends and bank holidays.
- Flexibility required where reasonable and appropriate to accommodate short notice alterations to working pattern.
- Must work in other shops within London if occasionally required.
- Attend and undertake any relevant training workshops, events or meetings as required.
- A satisfactory Basic Disclosure from the Disclosure Baring Service is required for this role.
Your enthusiasm and dedication will see you:
- Have excellent communication and customer skills, be solutions focused with friendly positive can do attitude.
- Be responsible for our dedicated volunteer teams, customer service and oversee daily retail operations in the absence of the shop manager.
- Recruit, train and support volunteers, helping them to achieve their goals and potential to support the aims of the shop.
- Interact with your local community to support engagement through volunteering, donation and fundraising opportunities.
- Be a self-motivated team player, who is enthusiastic and passionate about the cause of the charity.
- Have the ability to accept and process donations in a timely manner, modelling Gift Aid prompts.
- Ensure stock quality and pricing aligns with the expected standards.
What we need from you:
- Retail experience.
- An interest in preloved, vintage and second-hand fashion.
- Have excellent communication, interpersonal skills and customer service skills.
- Having experience of working with volunteers would be an advantage.
- Strong administration, computer skills – MS Office and POS.
Shop Supervisor
Overview
Aim and influence
- Assist the manager and assistant manager to achieve weekly/monthly/annual sales and profit targets for each shop.
- To maintain high standards on the shop floor, supporting volunteers and providing excellent customer service.
- Work within SCT values.
Other key details
- 5 days a week, including weekends and bank holidays.
- Flexibility required where reasonable and appropriate to accommodate short notice alterations to working pattern.
- Must work in other shops within London if occasionally required.
- Attend and undertake any relevant training workshops, events or meetings as required.
- A satisfactory Basic Disclosure from the Disclosure Baring Service is required for this role.
Your enthusiasm and dedication will see you:
- Have excellent communication and customer skills, be solutions focused with friendly positive can do attitude.
- Ensuring excellent customer service.
- Work with volunteers, helping them to achieve their goals and potential to support the aims of the shop.
- Interact with your local community to support engagement through volunteering, donation and fundraising opportunities.
- Be a self-motivated team player, who is enthusiastic and passionate about the cause of the charity.
- Have the ability to accept and process donations in a timely manner, modelling Gift Aid prompts.
- Ensure stock quality and pricing aligns with the expected standards.
What we need from you:
- Retail experience.
- An interest in preloved, vintage and second-hand fashion.
- Have excellent communication, interpersonal skills and customer service skills.
- Having experience of working with volunteers would be an advantage.
- Strong administration, computer skills – MS Office and POS.
What we can offer you:
Working with SCT offers numerous benefits. Employees find deep personal fulfilment and purpose by working to support the most vulnerable in society. Our teams as passionate and supportive, fostering a strong sense of community among like-minded individuals. With opportunities for professional growth, SCT offers training to support your role and personal development:
- Training and development opportunities.
- BUPA cash back plan.
- BUPA Employee Assistance Program with access to counselling.
- Cycle to work scheme / interest free travel loans for season ticket holders.
- A busy, challenging and rewarding role with consistent support and an opportunity to continue to learn.
How you can apply today
Applications for this role may be reviewed as they are received so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!
All applicants must posses the legal right to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Business Development & Partnerships Manager – Climate Change, Environment & Private Sector
Contract: Permenant, Full-Time
Location: Remote (Canada-based; Toronto or Ottawa preferred)
Work Requirement: Applicant must have legal entitlement/eligibility to work in Canada
Salary: CAD 75,000 to 85,000 Canadian Dollars per annum depending on experience
About WaterAid
WaterAid Canada is part of a global federation working in over 30 countries to transform lives by improving access to clean water, decent sanitation, and good hygiene. We are committed to reaching everyone, everywhere with sustainable WASH solutions, especially in the context of climate change and the environment.
Our mission is to make clean water, decent sanitation, and good hygiene normal for everyone, everywhere, and we strive to work collaboratively with governments, civil society organizations, private sector actors, and institutional donors to achieve this goal.
About the Role
As a Business Development & Partnerships Manager focusing on Climate Change, Environment, and the Private Sector, you will play a key role in driving income growth and establishing strategic partnerships. Reporting to the Director of International Programs, you will lead on identifying funding opportunities, writing high-quality proposals, and building relationships with key donors and partners, such as Global Affairs Canada, IDRC, and private sector organizations.
Your work will focus on climate-resilient WASH programming, integrating gender equality, and contributing to WaterAid’s 10-year strategic plan to position the organization as the leading global WASH partner in Canada.
About the Team:
The International Programs team plays a critical role in WaterAid Canada's mission by driving business development and strengthening our partnerships with institutional donors, civil society organizations, and government agencies. As a member of this team, you will participate in and represent WaterAid Canada at select conferences, meetings, and networking activities. You will also contribute to planning and executing symposia, technical workshops, and panel discussions to enhance engagement with stakeholders. Additionally, you will represent WaterAid Canada on relevant working groups within the WaterAid global federation, while supporting the Director of International Programs with various related tasks and assignments.
Responsibilities
- Build and nurture relationships with government agencies, institutional donors, and private sector partners to secure multi-year program funding.
- Lead proposal development processes, including writing and coordinating concept notes, results frameworks, and budgets.
- Identify funding opportunities and maintain donor engagement through research, relationship management, and effective communication.
- Provide technical input on climate-resilient WASH programming, integrating gender equality into all program designs.
- Represent WaterAid Canada at conferences, workshops, and events to promote WAC’s programmatic approaches and values.
- Support regular donor and partner prospecting and mapping aligned with WaterAid’s strategic goals.
Requirements
Essential:
- Bachelor’s degree in international development, environmental studies, climate change, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in business development, grant writing, or fundraising, ideally within the WASH, climate change, or environment sectors.
- Strong knowledge of Global Affairs Canada’s Results-Based Management framework and experience securing multi-year funding from institutional donors.
- Demonstrated skills in proposal writing, budgeting, and partnership management.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Ability to travel internationally 3–4 times per year.
Preferred:
- Master’s degree in a relevant field.
- Fluency in French.
- Experience living or working in low- and middle-income countries, particularly in Africa or Asia.
Closing Date: Applications will close at 23:59 on 12th January 2025. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling bases from 6th January 2025 hence we encourage applicants who are interested to apply as soon as possible. Interviews would be held via Microsoft Teams.
How to Apply: To see the full job pack, please click ‘Apply’. Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter into one document in either Word Document or PDF format.
Pre-employment screening: To apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to the applicable laws in the respective countries.
Our Commitment: WaterAid is committed to protecting people from any form of abuse, neglect, harassment, or exploitation. This commitment extends to our staff, partners, volunteers, and anyone we work with. Safeguarding is at the heart of all our activities, and we expect everyone who works with us to share our values and commitment.
Equal Opportunities: We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to achieving the highest standards of diversity, fairness, and equality. We strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities, visible minorities, and people of diverse backgrounds. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.
Safeguarding: We are also committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously.
Registered Charity
More than 1000
Our vision is a world where everyone, everywhere has sustainable and safe water, sanitation and hygiene.
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We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Service Manager to join our Mental Health service in Tower Hamlets.
£48,000.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression.
Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here.
The Barnsley Street Project is a pilot service funded by NHS money following a bid by East London NHS Foundation Trust. It that will operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide support for people in the catchment area of one primary care network in Bethnal Green, Tower Hamlets. It will provide a variety of psychosocial and clinical interventions, including the provision of 6 Hospitality Beds for short term support and intervention.
As the Service Manager you will be responsible for the effective management of all aspects of service delivery, including line managing the relevant front line staff as well as effectively managing all stakeholder relationships in partnership with the Head of Service. You will work collaboratively in partnership with NHS and 3rd sector colleagues to deliver a high quality service to support people in the locality with a variety of needs.
For more information please see our website.
The standard work pattern will be Monday -Friday 9-5, however work may be required outside of these hours. There is no possibility to work remotely for this role.
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
What you'll do:
Drive business planning activities within your contract, ensuring relevant and challenging objective setting and ongoing performance tracking, developing turn around action plans as may be necessary
Using sound financial and accounting principles, manage contract budgets to deliver on corporate and local contract financial targets
Successfully lead and motivate your team to ensure the championing of and maintenance of a positive local culture within your service
Work to continuously improve staff competence, ensure ownership of all staff issues and speedy and effective conflict resolution
Responsible for reporting all staff changes to HR and Payroll departments, as appropriate e.g. starters, leavers, additional hours etc.
Responsible for maintaining quarterly staff succession plans
Deliver effective, professional and commercially focused briefings and supervision meetings with staff and ensure that information, reporting & communications flow up/down is effective
Responsible for managing and allocating customers to support staff (casework management)
Develop key business relationships with all relevant customers/external parties to ensure service delivery excellence and maximise new business opportunities in own patch
Plan, organise and prioritise operations within your contract to ensure maximum efficiencies/utilisation of all resources
For the full list please see our website.
This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead
About you:
Ability to lead and motivate staff to deliver excellent services
Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
Has a practical and logical mind
Excellent organisation skills
Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
For the full list please see our website.
What you'll bring:
Essential:
Educated to degree level or equivalent
Experience of managing contracts and resources and delivering to budget and performance targets
Experience of effectively managing and developing staff to ensure delivery of services performance targets within contract
Experience of successfully managing external partnerships to ensure successful delivery of services
Holds relevant CMI/NVQ Level 4 or other Business/Management Qualification
Desirable:
Other relevant professional memberships and/or specialist qualifications
About us:
Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
We focus on Excellence and innovation.
We are Caring and Compassionate.
We are Inclusive and Trusted.
We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
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Kentown Family Support Worker
£23,000 annual salary plus Company Car (additional benefit of approx. £5K), 5% employers pension contribution and 25 days annual leave.
Preston, Blackpool and surrounding areas
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need.
About the role:
We are looking to appoint a Kentown Family Support Worker to deliver a high-quality family support service as part of the pilot Kentown Children’s Palliative Care Programme, in collaboration with Kentown Wizard and Together for Short Lives.
Reporting to the Kentown Project Lead out of our Lancaster team base and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for providing needs-led emotional, social and practical support to families where a child/young person has a life threatening or terminal illness.
What we’re looking for:
· An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a community environment and those with a recognised qualification in education, health or social care.
· A warm, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly.
· Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines.
· Practical and people-oriented - you will thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and be a confident user of IT (including MSOffice)
· A persuasive and open communicator, you will work collaboratively with your team and volunteers to ensure delivery of a high-quality service and support fundraising colleagues by writing case studies and family updates
· A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people, and their families – aware that being responsive to others needs and concerns, is essential.
What we offer:
We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, this includes.
· Flexible working hours to balance home and working life
· 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays – rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time)
· Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Help@Hand
· Company car for front line care posts
· Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts
· Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes, as well as a recommend a friend recruitment bonus
· Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year
· Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%
· The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping
· Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth
We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees. If you’d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our website.
We also have a fantastic learning and development programme - the Anne Harris skills development programme - in which we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be the best they can be, and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation.
Our Family Support Workers are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months, including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, counselling skills, and Introduction to Play.
The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs, with all family support workers having a foundation level of skills within their first year.
About us:
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of their time together, providing expert practical and emotional support where they need, it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that.
How to apply:
To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online.
Interviews will take place via Teams or in person with a date to be confirmed. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful.
There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver’s licence to accommodate the team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment.
Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation.
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Director of Programmes
Salary – Highly competitive salary
Location – Hybrid working, split between the Foundation’s office in London and home.
Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of sport and community development? Do you have the strategic vision and leadership skills to shape and deliver transformational programmes that leave a lasting legacy? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
About the Football Foundation
We’re the Football Foundation – the Premier League, The FA and Government's charity that helps communities improve their local football facilities through football grants. This means better games and more players - helping transform communities where demand is greatest, and impact will be strongest. We have ambitious plans and with the support from our funding partners, the Football Foundation is well-supported to continue to invest in community pitches and facilities across the nation.
The role
The Director of Programmes will play a pivotal role in the strategic leadership and management of our Programmes Directorate. Reporting to the Chief Executive and working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will help shape the strategic direction of our key programmes and new business opportunities, driving meaningful progress and measurable results.
As a member of our Senior Management Team (SMT), you will support the CEO in steering the organisation towards continuous improvement and success, serving as a trusted adviser to the Foundation Group Board and Panels, and contributing to the Foundation’s overall strategic vision.
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for a dynamic and visionary leader with a deep understanding of sport, community projects, government strategies, and funding opportunities, underpinned by expertise in participatory sports development. You will bring extensive leadership experience, demonstrating a proven ability to manage performance, balance workloads, and foster positive, supportive team environments. Your skill in navigating multi-stakeholder environments will be essential, ensuring objectives are met, expectations are managed, and performance insights are communicated clearly and effectively.
With a track record of driving key strategies, leading impactful projects, and optimising resources for success, you will translate our organisational strategy into ambitious programmes that inspire partner collaboration and deliver tangible results. You will oversee the management and delivery of our core strategic initiatives, including grass pitches, multisport advisory services, and multi-pitch hubs, ensuring these programmes consistently meet and surpass their goals.
Building on your expertise in designing and delivering innovative programmes, you will take a lead role in developing tech-enabled post-award processes to ensure that grant awards achieve their full potential. By maximising the impact of our funding partners’ significant contributions, you will play a pivotal role in driving the long-term success and sustainability of our shared initiatives.
This is a unique opportunity to shape meaningful programmes that make a lasting difference, working within a collaborative and forward-thinking organisation dedicated to positive change.
Our Four Corners
We refer to our company values as our Four Corners:
· Fair Players – open and inclusive in our approach
· Star Performers – trusted to deliver
· United Team Player – collaborative and easy to work with
· Passionate Supporters – flexible and willing
If you share these values and have the necessary skills and experience for the role, then we look forward to hearing from you.
What can we offer you?
You will start on 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (which increases after 2 years), plus additional time off to volunteer. We also offer a generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution), free health care provision, a monthly gym subsidy, death in service benefit and access to selected match tickets.
We are committed to helping our team members maintain a healthy work-life balance, so offer flexible working around core hours to help achieve that.
Equality and Diversity Commitment
The Football Foundation is committed to, and values the principles of diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all our team feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. We encourage and welcome applications from all, regardless of background and are particularly interested to hear from individuals belonging to under-represented groups including diverse ethnic communities, individuals with a disability, and those from the LGBTQI+ community.
Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process at either application or interview stage, please contact us at jobs @footballfoundation. org. uk
How do I apply?
If this sounds like the role for you, please follow the steps outlined below to apply.
Please send the following to jobs @footballfoundation. org. uk
o CV
o Cover letter - please highlight briefly and clearly your suitability for the role, together with your reasons for applying (no more than one page of A4).
The closing date for applications is: 23:59, 19th January 2025
1st stage interviews via MS Teams are currently scheduled for 27th and 28th January
2025, with 2nd stage in person interviews to follow
Due to the volume of applications received for most roles, the Foundation only contacts candidates if they are shortlisted for interview. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, you should assume your application has not been successful.
Please note that you must be eligible to work in the UK to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Administrative Assistant - Part-time
Location: East London - Hybrid Working with two days in the office and one remote per week
Salary: £26,000 pro rata
Contract: Part-Time, 21 hours per week
Duration: 6 month FTC
Harris Hill is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a respected charity dedicated to providing debt advice and financial education across England. The organisation works to prevent and address unmanageable debt, improve financial wellbeing, and support individuals through vulnerable circumstances.
As the cost-of-living crisis continues to impact millions across the UK, this charity’s work to prevent homelessness, reduce poverty, and promote financial resilience is more vital than ever. We’re seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Administrative Assistant to join the team and help ensure the smooth operation of their vital services.
About the Role
As an Administrative Assistant, you will play a key role in managing the day-to-day running of the office, finance, HR, and administrative systems. You’ll also support managers and assist with resolving operational challenges in this essential position.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform general office administrative and clerical duties.
• Manage financial operations, including invoicing and credit control.
• Ensure compliance with employment law and health & safety regulations, providing guidance to staff as needed.
• Support managers with operational and administrative tasks.
• Maintain and update internal operations documents.
• Schedule team meetings and manage follow-ups.
• Assist in resolving operational issues and act as a back-up to senior staff when required.
About You
We’re looking for a candidate who demonstrates:
• Proven experience in an administrative or operational support role.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to first-time accuracy.
• A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage diverse stakeholders.
• Professionalism and a calm, assertive demeanour.
• Strong IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Understanding of confidentiality and a commitment to the charity’s mission.
What’s on Offer
• Annual salary of £26,000 pro rata.
• 25 days of annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays, and an extra day off for your birthday.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• 3% pension contribution and an employee benefits package.
• £200 home-office equipment allowance.
• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about making a difference and have the skills to help deliver critical services, we’d love to hear from you!
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role to Harris Hill. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
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Can you inspire and be inspired? Can you deliver great customer service? Are you looking for a chance to shine? We have fantastic opportunities for progression and development and the Freedom to nurture ideas and flair within a Framework of support to develop you.
At Barnardo's we believe in children, the funds raised in store support the most vulnerable children and young people in the UK and now's your chance to play your part in this vital work. As well as maximising sales and profit in store you'll also ensure the very highest standards of presentation and customer services – your aim will be to make your store the best in town, for customers to visit and for your colleagues to work in.
As a Store Associate you will support the manager with all aspects of running a busy store, it's the best of both worlds as you will have responsibilities but also the chance to develop and learn with an experienced store manager by your side. You'll need to be well organised with great communication skills and ready to learn how to lead your team of colleagues in store to maximise sales and profit and meet your stores targets.
In return you will work for one of the UK's largest charity retailers with benefits, including full training and development package, promotion prospects, pension and benefits.
Generating the money we need to make children's lives better is a truly fulfilling role so if you'd like to use your talent to make a positive difference then we would love to hear from you!
The full Job description and Person profile is available below. Please read this before applying to ensure that the job matches your skills and experience.
* As part of Barnardo's ongoing commitment to safeguarding, our retail recruitment process requires that successful candidates are asked to consent to a Basic criminal records check.
Interview Date: Where an interview date has been given in the advert, this will be the only date available. Please check this before proceeding with your application.
Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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37 hours per week, over 7 days, to include Saturdays and Sundays
£25,253 per annum start with progression up to £25,963 per annum.
Location: 75 Bingley Road, Saltaire, West Yorkshire BD18 4SB
We offer many enhanced benefits including:
-28 days holiday a year, plus Bank Holidays
-Stakeholder pension scheme with matching contributions up to 8%
-Free confidential counselling service: available to all staff and volunteers
-Opportunity for all managers to join our Bespoke Management Development Programme - Compass
Full details about our benefits can be found on our website.
Do you like being creative? Or looking for a hidden treasure? Have you got Retail/Management experience? Are you looking for a new challenge in 2025?
We are looking for a Shop Manager to lead our diverse team in our Saltaire shop at 75, Bingley Road. You will be working in a creative environment and working with donated goods to maximise sales and net contribution.
You will make a real difference to young people in England by helping to raise the vital funds needed to support our frontline work. You will need to be driven and focused on making money and have good communication skills both inside and outside the shop, reaching out to the local community to help build support for the shop.
As a Shop Manager you will manage an Assistant Shop Manager along with a team of diverse Volunteers. You will need great people skills and be confident at working with people from different backgrounds, creating a welcoming and positive experience for all of our staff, volunteers and supporters.
If you have what it takes to work hard but have some fun along the way, then this is the place for you.
Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.
We look forward to receiving your application.
The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services.
This vacancy closes at midnight on Monday 3rd February 2025. If, after 14 days, we have received enough applications we reserve the right to close the vacancy on Monday 20th January.
Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.
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Are you passionate about advising, advocating, or guiding local communities?
Ready to take your career to new heights with one of the UK’s most impactful charities?
Join us in empowering communities and making a lasting difference.
We’re looking for a dedicated Case Officer to manage casework and provide direct support, advice, and guidance to beneficiaries on a wide range of issues including health, social care, employment, benefits, statutory support, and housing.
In this role, you will assess the needs of beneficiaries and collaborate with regional specialist teams and external service providers to ensure that support is delivered in an integrated and effective way. You will also develop creative, tailored solutions, drawing on contributions from volunteers, our members, and branches to meet beneficiaries' unique needs.
Additionally, you will work closely with the Casework Services Manager and Head of Welfare to identify and address local beneficiary needs, helping shape the commissioning of specialist services. You will advise beneficiaries on available support and assist them in accessing the services they need, while maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of statutory benefits. Building strong connections with local organizations to reach beneficiaries in the community will also be a key part of your work.
The role is primarily homebased with will have regular travel around the Nottingham and Lincolnshire for internal meetings and visiting beneficiaries, therefore you will need to live in a location that allows reasonable travel around this area.
There will also be occasional travel nationally to attend training / meetings.
Driving licence is essential requirement for this role.
For more information, see Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics and aim to operate an inclusive recruitment process.
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Assistant Evening Domestic Abuse Worker
Rochdale
Perm
£10, 347 plus £55 per sleep
Part time - 16.33 hour per week on a 3-week rolling rota basis
Our client
Morgan Hunt is working with a leading charity delivering quality support services to women, men and their families who are affected by domestic abuse, homelessness, and young parents across the of Northwest England. Improving the safety and life opportunities of the people who use their services and supporting them in their recovery. They support the people they work with to overcome the experiences they have had, empowering them to build up the skills and resources they need to take control of their own lives, access a tenancy of their own and maintain a quality of life in the long term.
We are currently recruiting for an Evening / Night Assistant Domestic Abuse Support Workers to join the team on a permanent basis following the successful acquisition of a new Refuge service in Rochdale. This is part time role, working 16.33 hours per week on a 3 week rolling rota basis.
The role - Assistant Evening Domestic Abuse Worker
- To accept new referrals and complete move in procedures for new clients, including supporting flat turnarounds, cleaning, and re-stock to ensure there is no delay in accommodation any referral.
- Ensure the upkeep and security of the building and take responsibility for any cash and equipment.
- Maintaining an understanding and awareness of and adhering to all support plans and risk assessments and to update the Domestic Abuse Support Worker (DASW) of changes to risk or incidents.
- To provide feedback to the DASW regarding tenant's SMART plans and aims achieved, recorded documentation on client database.
- To complete risk assessments for activities both 1-1 and group work, incorporating safety planning, reviewing on a regular basis.
- To work with clients and other staff to devise an annual plan for client involvement, to actively engage the individuals and families within the Rochdale DA safe accommodation service, promoting lived experience involvement in service delivery and improvement.
- Facilitate evening group work and promote, monitor and evaluate involvement sessions in conjunction with the people using services.
- To work in-line with the project's budget, adhering to financial policies and procedures.
- To monitor the security and safety of the premises on an ongoing basis, including CCTV, front door entry system and alarm system.
- To be responsible and accountable for the efficient recording, storing and maintaining of client records including contact notes, correspondence, incident reporting, handovers, risk updates and outcomes achieved.
- Record and manage any anti-social behaviour or neighbour nuisance and respond appropriately according to escalation procedure.
- Address any instances of non-engagement or perceived obstacles to support via a trauma informed approach.
- To actively promote the service and the organisation.
- To ensure GDPR, confidentiality and professional boundaries are upheld in all aspects of daily practice.
The candidate
- Relevant qualification in Domestic Abuse / IDVA / ISVA or equivalent diploma / degree / NVQ 3 or equivalent work level experience and the willingness to achieve a level 3 qualification.
- An extensive understanding of individuals and families who have or are experiencing domestic abuse.
- Knowledge of working a spart of a team, working on own initiative and managing time effectively.
- Ability and knowledge of planning, promoting, or delivering group work sessions with evaluation.
- Knowledge of providing support on agreed outcomes of assessment support plans.
- Knowledge of assessing and implementing risk assessments, including DASH Ric.
- Knowledge of the impact of multiple disadvantages, complex support needs and homelessness.
- Knowledge of welfare benefits and relative legislation.
- Knowledge of health and safety and lone working.
Benefits
- Auto enrolment pension plan which all employees are enrolling after 3-month probationary period.
- Health plan for all employees after completion of successful probationary period including free eye testing, access to counselling and reduced gym membership.
- Bike to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice tech scheme including all products from Currys.
- Christmas saving scheme - save January - November.
If you feel you meet the above criteria and are looking for a new opportunity, please apply today or contact me on 0161 838 3616.
Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
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Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgmental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress?
Can you demonstrate our values of Hope, Courage, Together, and Responsive and want to be part of our mission to create opportunities for individuals to make choices, find their own solutions, build resilience and manage their whole life and wellbeing?
If the answer to all of these is yes, we want to hear from you.
Crisis Cafe Coordinator
Reference: 253
Responsible to: Crisis Cafe Team Leader
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £25,500 - £27,764 per annum, pro rata
Hours: 1x part-time position (30 hours per week fixed) and 1x Full time (Up to 37.5 hours per week) available, with part time options also available from 15 hours per week
Working Base(s): Hatfield (Part-time position) or Negotiable between Watford, Stevenage, Ware (Full-Time Position)
Work pattern: A full-time pattern will be a 7-day flexible rota, working 17:30 - 01:30.
About the Service
Our Nightlight Service is proud to provide urgent support, crisis intervention and emotional support to people experiencing a mental health crisis in Hertfordshire as an alternative to statutory pathways.
We provide support to adults across Hertfordshire 7 days a week, 365 days a year through our helpline, crisis centres, crisis cafes and a weekend Crisis House. We aim to provide a safe space for people in crisis to talk and feel supported, be listened to without judgement, access relevant support with problem solving and facilitate access to external services when necessary. As a member of our team you will work closely with service users in crisis by using a person-centred approach as to ensure that each individual is supported with dignity and respect. By honouring the individual experience of each service user, we are able to respect their autonomy as well as encourage and facilitate positive steps towards management of crisis and recovery.
The objectives of Hertfordshire Mind Network’s (HMN) Nightlight Mental Health Crisis Services are:
- To improve the mental wellbeing of people experiencing mental health crisis in Hertfordshire.
- To increase early access to help for people experiencing mental health crisis in Hertfordshire, by providing a clear and effective pathway to services provided by Herts Mind Network and other third sector and statutory providers.
- To contribute to an improvement in individual mental wellbeing.
- To remain a source of independent support for all clients.
- To provide an alternative pathway to people in distress and crisis to support better outcomes and reduce the demand on statutory crisis services and emergency services.
At the Crisis Cafes we promote and enable people to access support in a way that suits them, whether that’s through talking to someone or simply by providing a safe space to have time alone or engage with trained staff.
About the Role
Alongside other Crisis Cafe Coordinators, you will be a key member of the Crisis team, providing effective operational leadership delivering the Nightlight Mental Health Crisis Café and Helpline Service. You will be ensuring the delivery and development of quality crisis support services and instilling Hertfordshire Mind Network’s values throughout the provision. You will provide management support to Crisis Café and Helpline Mental Health Support Workers and volunteers and support the Crisis Café Team Leader in ensuring practice within the service is safe, effective and person centred.
We offer:
- Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays)
- An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period.
- Ongoing training relevant to your role.
- An Employee Assistance Programme.
- Health cover (after 6 months employment) – compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments.
Closing date for applications is 31st January 2025.
Interviews will be held on 7th February 2025.
Please note: We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if sufficient applications are received so would encourage early applications.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Equal Opportunities
We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs.
Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. We create an environment where the sharing of experiences and vulnerabilities to support others and create positive change is welcomed and work towards breaking down the ‘them’ and ‘us’ culture. The organisation is committed to nurturing peer relationships that allow all staff to thrive.
No agencies please.
