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Role Summary
The Head of Operations is a new role within SHM Foundation. The successful candidate will work closely with the leadership team to design and implement operational processes. This role has been created to

• Manage the allocation of funding budgets
• Create reports and analysis on project finances and delivery
• Provide thought partnership on strategy

This is a unique and fulfilling opportunity to shape the direction of our charity, collaborating closely with our passionate staff, volunteers and Board of Trustees.

Core Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the operational management of SHMF ensuring that the staff and financial resources are deployed effectively in line with budgets and funding requirements
• Report to and support the leadership team in ensuring the effective strategic management, development and future funding
• Manage funding applications
• Overseeing certain administrative elements of board meetings including but not limited to collating and disseminating papers, producing relevant reports and papers, taking minutes, action tracking 
• Supporting the creation of annual funder reports
• Supervising, coaching, mentoring or line management as required, depending on the needs of SHM
• Work closely with the Head of the Foundation to build relationships with partners, and help her to ensure that the right resources are allocated to the right activities
• Work closely with the Head of Foundation and team members to maintain focus on project purpose, and ensure that financial resources are deployed effectively in line with that purpose, the budget and funding requirements

Additional Activities(as needed)

• Knowledge of industry regulations and standards, and the ability to develop and implement strategic plans

Relevant Skills

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Positive attitude to problem solving
• The ability to analyse and interpret financial information
• A passion for being part of a team driving for positive social change globally

Qualifications & Experience

Required: Bachelor’s degree and excellent academic record; fluency in English

Preferred: at least 5 years’ experience in working in business operations including 2 years in a leadership role

Desirable, but not required: Recent experience in a similar role or field and working internationally

Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA)  

 Location: London (On-site & Outreach Work) 
Contract: Full-time – [Fixed Term to March 2026 
Salary: £30,000 pa

Are you passionate about supporting survivors of domestic abuse? Do you have experience working with people with learning disabilities and autism? Respond is looking for a specialist Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to join our trauma-informed team. 

About Us 

Respond is a specialist organisation dedicated to supporting people with learning disabilities and autism who have experienced abuse, trauma, and complex life challenges. We provide psychotherapy, advocacy, and specialist interventions for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. 

About the Role 

As an IDVA at Respond, you will provide high-quality, trauma-informed advocacy to survivors of domestic abuse, ensuring their safety and empowering them to rebuild their lives. You will conduct risk assessments (DASH), develop safety plans, and work closely with agencies such as social services, police, and housing. You will also play a key role in raising awareness and improving support for neurodivergent survivors. 

What You’ll Do 

Provide specialist, person-centred advocacy for survivors with learning disabilities and autism. 

 Undertake risk assessments and safety planning to enhance survivor well-being. 
Represent survivors at MARAC and multi-agency meetings, advocating for their needs. 
Work closely with social services, health professionals, and the criminal justice system. 
Deliver training and consultation to professionals on supporting neurodivergent survivors. 
Ensure accurate case management and uphold safeguarding responsibilities. 

What We’re Looking For 

IDVA qualification OR significant domestic abuse advocacy experience. 
Understanding of domestic abuse, coercive control, and trauma-informed practice. 
Experience working with survivors of domestic abuse, particularly those with learning disabilities and autism. 
Strong advocacy, case management, and multi-agency working skills. 
Ability to adapt communication styles to support neurodivergent clients. 
Knowledge of MARAC, safeguarding, and legal frameworks for domestic abuse cases. 

Why Join Us? 

Be part of a specialist, trauma-informed team making a real difference. 
Receive ongoing training and professional development. 
Work in a supportive and collaborative environment. 
Hybrid/flexible working options available. 

How to Apply 
If you’re ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Send your CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the criteria by 2nd May 2025.

 Got questions? Get in touch at via Charity Job. 

Join us in creating a safer, more inclusive world for survivors of domestic abuse.

Social Prescribing Link Worker

We have rewarding opportunity for a Social Prescribing Link Worker to focus on ‘what matters to me’ and taking a holistic approach to people’s health and wellbeing. If you feel you could connect to people, community groups and statutory services for practical and emotional support, we would love to hear from you!

Position: Social Prescribing Link Worker

Location: North Solihull based in GP Surgeries

Hours: Full time (part-time hours available between 16 - 21 hours) flexible working available

Contract: 2 post available  - 1 x FTE & 1 x Part Time Maternity Cover

Salary: £26,430 per annum pro rata for part-time

Benefits: The provision of workplace wellbeing support and activities, hybrid working where the role allows, flexible working and a range of family friendly policies and subsidised parking.

Closing Date: Midnight on Wednesday 16th April 

Interview Date: W/C 21st April & 28th April 

The Role

Social prescribing link workers will work as a key part of the primary care network (PCN) multi-disciplinary team. Social prescribing can help PCNs to strengthen community and personal resilience and reduces health and wellbeing inequalities by addressing the wider determinants of health, such as debt, poor housing and physical inactivity, by increasing people’s active involvement with their local communities. It particularly works for people with long term conditions (including support for mental health), for people who are lonely or isolated, or have complex social needs which affect their wellbeing. 

Responsibilities include:

• Working with direct supervision from the Programme Lead/Senior Link Worker and input from the PCN’s Clinical Lead GP, take referrals from staff in GP practices within the local PCN.

• Provide personalised support to individuals, their families and carers to take control of their health and wellbeing, live independently and improve their health outcomes, as a key member of the PCN multi-disciplinary team. 

• Developing trusting relationships and taking a holistic approach, based on the person’s priorities and co-produce a simple personalised care and support plan to improve health and wellbeing, introducing or reconnecting people to community groups and statutory services. 

• Work collaboratively with all local partners to contribute towards supporting local community groups and organisations, making themselves aware of local resources and “assets” through mapping and then building a relationship with these organisations.  Also sharing intelligence regarding any gaps or problems identified in local provision with commissioners and local authorities.

• Social prescribing link workers will work collaboratively with GP’s and have a role in promoting social prescribing and educating non-clinical and clinical staff within their PCN multi-disciplinary teams on the benefits of social prescribing 

• Raise awareness of other services available within the community and how and when patients can access them. Linking into the work of Neighbourhood Network Schemes, locality Adult Social Care & Community Mental Health Teams. 

About You

As a Social Prescribing Link Worker, you will have a Level 3 qualification in a relevant field (Health & Social Care, Health Trainer, Health Improvement, Community Family Worker, Psychology) or be working towards/willing to work towards.

You will have:

• Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development

• Experience of working directly in a community based context (including unpaid work)

• Experience of supporting people with a mental health need and or complexities/vulnerabilities

• Experience of delivering one to one support

• Experience of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations

• Knowledge of VCSE and community services in the locality

• Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities, individuals, their families and carers

• Understanding of the barriers faced by those living in isolation

• Knowledge of IT systems including ability to use word processing skills, emails, the internet and able to create simple plans and reports

• Ability to complete paperwork, keep records and carry out own administration

• An interview is guaranteed to suitably qualified and experienced people with disabilities and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check

About the Organisation

A leading provider of services to the health and social care sector, with the aim is to reduce inequalities in learning, employment and health. As an employer the organisation is proud to offer a range of benefits to staff including provision of workplace wellbeing support and activities, flexible working and a range of family friendly policies and subsidised parking.

You may also have experience in areas such as Floating Support, Befriending, Community Family Worker, Social Worker, Community Navigator, Peer Support Worker, Welfare Support, Family Worker, Family Support Worker, Benefit, Care, Therapeutic, Therapy, Advice, Adviser, Health, Wellbeing, Social Care, Social Care Services, Health and Social Care. #INDNFP

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

Are you ready to bring your health and safety expertise to a role where your work directly influences organisational culture and safety outcomes? 

We have an exciting opportunity to join a highly skilled and dedicated Audit and Compliance team as a Health and Safety Officer! You will join a team which includes a Director, Head of Service, and three Audit and Compliance Officers. The team delivers work of significant depth, strategic importance, and exceptional quality across the organisation, supporting the organisation’s strategic direction through its commitment to the highest standards of governance, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. This is a role that offers not only professional challenge but also the opportunity to be part of a remarkable team that is truly committed to making a difference. If you’re looking to contribute to work of real strategic value and join a group that is both high-performing and values-led, we welcome your application.

ABOUT THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OFFICER ROLE

We are looking for a Health and Safety Officer to play a crucial role in shaping and upholding the highest standards of workplace safety and well-being across our organisation. Your expertise will ensure that our policies, procedures, and risk management systems not only meet compliance requirements but also create a safe, inclusive, and psychologically supportive environment for all. We are pleased to offer this role as a broadening job opportunity, meaning the successful candidate will support in taking on a role within the Audit and Compliance Team, sharing responsibilities as the structure of the team matures . By working alongside others in the team, this position offers a unique opportunity for knowledge-sharing, cross-team support, and a more dynamic approach to compliance and safety management.

You will lead the development and implementation of health and safety strategies, leveraging our digital systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. You will actively oversee and embed compliance contracts, provide guidance on safety and quality assurance, and collaborate with the wider Audit and Compliance team to foster a culture of continuous improvement. 

Shift Pattern: Full-time 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday 09:00-17:00 with hybrid working. You'll typically work from home with a minimum of one day per week at our central Islington office, alongside regular visits to our other locations as needed to support service delivery. 

Salary: £35,700

What are we looking for from a Health and Safety Officer?

• Demonstrated experience in a comparable health and safety role, with responsibility for maintaining standards across an organisation
• Familiarity with governance frameworks, including: Conducting audits and risk assessments, leading investigations, handling complaints and preparing detailed reports
• Track record of implementing and monitoring quality standards
• Understanding of current health and safety legislation and best practices
• Ability to use and summarise information from management systems to monitor progress and identify key trends, patterns and themes
• Ability to write reports, policies and procedures in a clear, readable format
• Proven ability to juggle multiple tasks and competing priorities within a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Awareness and understanding of the impact of stigma and marginalisation on people who have multiple complex needs

What we offer

• 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
• Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
• Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
• Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing
• Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Annual Staff Awards

Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.

ABOUT US

Social Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.

SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.

Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. 

We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We have a team of ambassadors who are staff volunteers and actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience ; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity. As an organisation, we’re proud to mention that our staff Ambassadors career aspirations generally benefit from embracing this unique opportunity to develop their respective skill sets in spaces that exist outside of their daily roles. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.

Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.

Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details above. 

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.

Job Purpose

Carers Manchester Contact Point (CMCP) is the first point of contact for unpaid carers seeking information, advice and support to help them with their caring role.

The service delivers a free confidential helpline for carers weekdays (Monday – Friday, 10am – 4pm). These times are subject to change, based on the needs and requirements of carers using the service.

The aim of this role is to be part of a team providing a comprehensive information, advice and support to carers in Manchester. The post holder will work alongside colleagues from Gaddum and potentially other organisations to be the first contact in a busy service providing advice via a telephone advice line and managing referrals made through digital sources. They will provide information and advice and refer more complex issues to the appropriate agencies delivering the Manchester Carers Pathway.

Key responsibilities 

Advice giving

• Answering telephone calls into a central helpline offering support and guidance to unpaid carers in Manchester.
• Provide relevant and meaningful support and information to unpaid carers utilising internal and external resources.
• Inform carers about carers assessments and refer where necessary.
• Inform carers about emergency grants available and refer where necessary.
• Ensure all advice and support given is delivered in a timely manner to suit the needs of carers calling the helpline whilst balancing waiting callers.

Follow-up support

• Refer unpaid carers to local services to access local and culturally appropriate support in their area.
• Refer carers to Adult Social Care for Carers Assessments to discuss and improve their caring situation.
• Signpost carers to relevant services in Manchester suited to their individual need.
• Complete relevant grant applications for carers using the service where needed.
• Use Carers Manchester Contact Point and other reliable and accurate resources to find, interpret and communicate relevant information to carers
• Research and explore options and implications so that carers can make informed decisions.
• Write and maintain detailed case records for all casework completed.
• Collect required data for statistical monitoring and report preparation.
• Complete the required training to comply with quality assurance processes.

The post-holder will be required to undertake other tasks as reasonably directed by the CMCP Coordinator, which will usually be commensurate with the skills and experience of the post-holder.

The details contained in this job description, particularly the principal accountabilities, reflect the content of the job at the date the job description was prepared.  It should be remembered, however, that it is inevitable that over time, the nature of individual jobs will change; existing duties may be lost, and other duties may be gained without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed.  Consequently, this job description may be revised from time to time.

All staff are expected to work within all of Gaddum’s policies and procedures as they relate to delivery of the CMCP.

Do you want to be part of an exciting service, supporting children and young people with mental health issues or emotional wellbeing needs?

Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress?

Can you demonstrate our values of Hope, Courage, Together and Responsive?

Do you want to be part of our vision that every person in Hertfordshire will feel supported with their mental health?

If the answer to all of these is yes, we want to hear from you.

Job title: CYP Support Worker – WithYOUth Service (Children and Young People)
Reference: 269
Salary: £23,809 - £24,750 per annum incl. Outer London Weighting
Hours: 37.5 hours to be worked flexibly across a 7-day week, between the hours of 2pm – 10pm, excluding bank holidays.
Contract: Fixed Term until September 2026 (with possibility to extend)
Working base: Watford Wellbeing Centre (expectation of working flexibly in our centres across Hertfordshire and from home)

About the Project

Hertfordshire Mind Network (HMN) has been awarded Hertfordshire’s CAMHS Early Help Digital Intervention Service (WithYOUth). The WithYOUth Service is an innovative partnership between BfB Labs and Hertfordshire Mind Network to provide a countywide digital service that is accessible to children and young people aged 5 – 18, at the earliest point of an emerging emotional wellbeing and/ or mental health need. The service will operate between 14:00 – 22:00 seven days a week.

Purpose of Post

As a CYP Support Worker you will be responsible for delivering this exciting service as part of a wider team, and whilst experience is advantageous, the most important thing to us and the children and young people we support is having the right values, skills and commitment to being part of this dynamic, new provision.

Our trauma-informed model offers a range of support options for CYP, based around digital interventions and supported by one-to-one and group sessions, so children and young people can engage in the way that works best for them. The service will build resilience in CYP by working with them to develop coping strategies and solutions that will enable them to improve their own health and wellbeing. We will also provide advice and guidance to parents/families/carers and professionals to provide a holistic response to supporting CYP and creating a network around them to empower and enable positive change.

We are looking for passionate, creative and committed individuals who wants to support children and young people to thrive.

We offer:

• Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days pro rata 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 receipt of applications is 13th April 2025.
Please note: We will close the advert prior to this date if we receive sufficient applications.
Interviews to be held week beginning 21st April 2025 and will be held online via Teams.

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.

We are looking for a Regional Development Lead to join our award winning Rail team at Samaritans.

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• Permanent contract
• Full time, 35 hours per week with flexible working practices
• £32,850 per annum
• Home based contract - this role is primarily worked from home with significant travel across the North West & Central rail route region.
• We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences 

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As Regional Development Lead you’ll be helping to make a huge difference to the lives of those that work and use the railways in the region, as you support us in our life saving suicide prevention work. In this exciting role and working with our award winning rail programme, you’ll provide expert care and advice within the rail networks within the region.

​In this role you’ll be an expert advisory support link for the rail industries and local community partners. You’ll have experience of stakeholder engagement and partnership working. Warm, personable and friendly, you’ll be able to build and maintain relationships with many different groups of people.

​You’ll need compassion and resilience to work with exposure to incidents that may be upsetting.

Organised and methodical you’ll also be an effective Project manager with enthusiasm and a good understanding of mental health and suicide prevention.

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The Region

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Working alongside other Regional Development Leads, this role is responsible for the North West and Central route region (primarily covering the Network Rail routes on the rail infrastructure.

The successful candidate will be based within/adjacent to this region to enable them to fulfil the travel requirements of the role.  

Working remotely, you’ll be a self-starter but also have the support of the wider rail team at Samaritans. 

This is a brilliant opportunity to work with Samaritans at a critical time. As the country recovers from the pandemic, and the cost of living continues to increase, we must ensure we have the right measures in place to support mental health and prevent suicide.

​A full outline of the role can be found in the Job description here. 

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Employee Benefits

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We offer some brilliant benefits including flexible working, family-friendly policies, and training to support your development. You'll have 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and we match your pension contribution up to 5%. You can claim money back via a Health Cash Plan and wellbeing options including a free subscription to Headspace and a PerkBox account.

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Find out more about working for us in our recruitment brochure here. 

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Application

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Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. We warmly welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to everyone and are flexible in how we receive information. If you would like to apply via a different format or let us know how we can support you to be the best you can be, please contact the People team.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You’ll be asked to upload your CV and a covering letter outlining your transferable skills and experience. You’ll also be asked to answer some application questions. This role will close for applications at midnight on 9th April, with interviews taking place in the week of the 28th April.

Individual Giving Manager

Salary: Up to £45,000 pro rata (£36,400 actual) 

Location: Home-based with some travel to attend meetings and visit our communities in Hertfordshire, Gloucestershire, Yorkshire, and Worcestershire.

Permanent, 30hrs per a week – Flexible across 4/5 days 

Closing date for applications: 21st April 2025

Shortlisting: 22nd April 2025

First Interviews (Teams): 28th April 2025 

Second Interviews (Teams): 6th May 2025 

With a bold and ambitious vision to be leaders of the Green Care future, Camphill Village Trust provides a life of opportunity for adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health problems in inclusive campus environments where individuals of varying needs and abilities can live independently while receiving the support necessary to live, learn and thrive. Rooted in our care (social) farming legacy, we empower people through farming, organic horticulture, and enterprise centred on nature and traditional skills — an approach that sets us apart and ultimately provides a holistic approach to modern social care, helping people live independent, fulfilling lives. 

If you want to tell authentic stories, maximise impact and make a true and meaningful difference read on.

The Individual Giving Manager plays a pivotal role in transforming the lives of the people we support by developing and delivering an exceptional Individual Giving programme alongside our Fundraising Director. Currently generating around 35% of our annual fundraised income, this programme is a critical engine powering our mission to unlock the connection between people and the planet for adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health problems. 

This is not just a management role — it’s an opportunity to lead with purpose and drive real change. As part of a small but ambitious team, you will have the chance to think strategically while acting operationally, blending big-picture vision with hands-on programme delivery. You’ll be at the helm of our Individual Giving strategy, inspiring and guiding the team to exceed expectations and grow our impact.

With a deeply loyal but ageing supporter base, the purpose of this role is twofold: attracting new donors while nurturing long-term relationships to ensure sustainable growth. Your work will safeguard and expand vital income streams, enabling Camphill Village Trust to continue empowering the people we support to live with dignity, purpose, and independence. This is your chance to make a lasting difference — building connections that go beyond donations and driving forward a programme that provides a life of opportunity to the people we support.

What you’ll bring to the role:

·Evidence of working at manager level to develop and implement successful fundraising strategies.

·Proven track record in increasing income through donor acquisition and retention.

·Evidence of achieving annual fundraising targets, maintaining an acceptable ROI, and managing budgets.

·Experience of leading the creative development of Individual Giving propositions and developing fundraising products.

·Evidence of working effectively with teams and building relationships internally and externally.

·Building, developing and managing partnerships with agencies and suppliers that deliver target results, value-for-money, compliance, and commitment to our values.

·Good data analysis and insight skills.

·Proficiency in using CRM databases for donor management and data segmentation.

·A direct marketing background would also be beneficial

Ideally, we are looking for someone to be based either within corridors of Midlands to London or Manchester to York. You will be a home worker with some travel to attend team meetings and visit our communities in Hertfordshire, Gloucestershire, Yorkshire, and Worcestershire.

The role is permanent, ideally working 30hrs per a week which can be worked flexibly across 4 or 5 days within our operational hours. 

Excited? Read our pack, look at our strategy and know that you would be joining an amazing Trust, a brilliant team and that you would have the ability to make a real difference.

Your application should include your CV and a supporting statement of no less than one page detailing why you would like to work for the Trust and how your skills and experience meet the job description and person specification (see attached Job pack). 

Prospectus is pleased to be partnering an outstanding homelessness charity based in Canning Town, whose mission is to provide support to people who find themselves sleeping rough in East London. They do this by providing a safe and welcoming place to stay, and offering support through the provision of personalised support, educational and life skills opportunities. They are now a support worker, to join their Intensive Support Service. 

As a Support Worker, you will work in the ISS, providing high-quality, person-centred support to residents with a background of rough sleeping and a range of medium to high needs. These will include entrenched drug and/or alcohol issues, mental health diagnosis and a range of offending backgrounds. You will be the principal provider of support for these residents in the ISS and will also work alongside other Support Workers. You will be responsible for promoting resident engagement and empowerment through the development of positive relationships with residents, enabling them to take control of their lives and make positive changes. Additionally, you will work closely with residents to create tailored support plans that meet their specific needs and enable them.

Due to the nature of the role, you will have experience in building relationships and supporting vulnerable, disadvantaged, or excluded client groups, as well as dealing with challenging behaviours within a similar setting to the homelessness sector. You will also be able to demonstrate a level of experience and understand the range of approaches appropriate to working with challenging behaviour including current drug /or alcohol use, antisocial behaviour, offending, substance misuse and complex needs, as well as experience of working with clients through a trauma-informed approach and understand statutory compliances and standards such health and safety, equal opportunities and data protection. To be successful, you will be naturally motivated, adaptable and a committed member of the team.

If you are interested, please apply with just your CV in the first instance (in Microsoft Word format). We are reviewing CVs on an ongoing basis, so it is highly recommended to submit your application as soon as possible. 

Please note this is a full -time role Monday-Sunday, 37.5 hours per week, working on a 5-week rota basis (one week early / one week late, working 1 in 5 weekends):
•  AM – 8-4 or 9-5 
•  PM – 12-8 
•  Weekend 10-6 

Please note this is a full -time role, Monday-Sunday, 37.5 hours per week, on a rota basis. (weekend hours are 10am-6pm).  The role will be based on site, in East London.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus is committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invests in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

North West London Charity via Peridot Partners 

Our client is looking for a dynamic and visionary Chief Executive to impact the lives of unpaid carers across two boroughs in North West London.

Applications close at 9 a.m. Wednesday 23rd April. 

About us

This Charity is devoted to enhancing support and recognition for those caring for family members or friends facing illness, frailty, disability, mental health, or addiction challenges. With over 80 free services for adult carers and specialised programmes for young and young adult carers, it ensures all carers receive the support they need.

Your role

As Chief Executive, you’ll lead the charge, meeting strategic objectives while amplifying the voices of carers. Your leadership will foster a positive culture, motivate teams, and forge strong relationships with statutory and voluntary organisations.

Who we are looking for

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of visionary leadership and excellent communication skills. We seek a leader with a clear strategic vision to help the Charity expand, backed by the commitment and drive required to achieve this. A participative management style is crucial, as is the ability to engage all stakeholders and maintain our excellent local, regional, and national reputation in carer support.

Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the job description and register your interest to apply.

Applications close at 9 a.m. Wednesday 23rd April. 

We are a very small, registered charity (number 1164078)

We provide counselling support, for children and young people who would not normally have access to the help they need by offering funded counselling to children and young people within 35 local, surrey-based schools on a bi termly basis.  We usually provide a counsellor for a minimum of 3 hours per week per school.  We have great relationships with all of the schools that we support, they will provide a private room for our therapists and their student.  The day/time is usually decided at the convenience of the therapist.

Our school based therapists can also have the option of appearing on our website for anyone who would like to refer themselves to one of our counsellors and we also have the option to refer our part funded applicants to our therapist base.

We also offer some part funded counselling on a self-referral basis for those who do not have access within their school environment or for those above school age.  We currently support approximately 45 children, young people and their caregivers on a weekly basis.

We are delighted that we are in the position to invite one or more fully qualified Counsellor/s to join our small passionate and perfectly formed team working in Surrey on a ‘self-employed basis’, initially for the summer term of 2025.

Role Description

You will provide at least 3 counselling sessions to 3 separate children and/or young people per week at one school during the summer term of 2025.  We are recruiting for a number of therapists, so should you want to carry out more paid hours we can offer more, up to 6 per day for up to 5 days per week.  These would be carried out in different schools for up to 11 weeks, depending on the individual school term. You would need your own transport to travel between schools.

Should our funding continue, we may be able to continue into the next school year.  The school/s will be either based in and around Tadworth, or in and around the Byfleet/Woking area.

You must read and adhere to all of our relevant policies, including safeguarding, confidentiality and information sharing.

Job Overview;

The role will provide a high-quality, safe and confidential counselling service to pupils comprising of 1:1 clinical work with pupils at your designated school.  You will be report into our clinical lead.

You will be paid £25 per hour on a self-employed basis, invoiced directly to The Matthew Hackney Foundation on a monthly/half termly basis.

Duties & Responsibilities.

Ensure High Quality Clinical Practice and Delivery

• Undertake clinical assessments based on child/young person’s needs

• Manage and account for overall clinical caseload

• Be able to complete assessment and hold regular reviews of clinical work

• Identify appropriate clinical interventions for pupils based on assessed need.

• Undertake one to one clinical work with pupils

• Engage in monthly supervision with a suitably qualified supervisor who has experience of working with children and young people

• Practice with an integrative model

• Demonstrate an understanding of working with children who require or would benefit from emotional or therapeutic support within the school environment

• Seek to improve the quality of service and provision wherever possible

Establish Positive, Active and Effective Relationships with the Staff and Pupils

• Meet the expectations of the school, working closely with the designated representative within the school and our Lead Counsellor/clinical lead.

 • Demonstrate an understanding of child development and issues that may impact on their wellbeing

• Devise and implement appropriate strategies to support children behaviourally, emotionally and physically

• Demonstrate accuracy in all communications

• Have experience of providing short- and long-term therapy

• Identify and discuss potential referrals with the designated person within the school

• Establish and sustain positive working relationships with staff and children

• Embed the counselling service firmly within the ethos of the school

• Work autonomously and proactively within school

• Promote good mental health, share information and good practice with staff throughout school

Accurately Report and Evaluate Data

• Maintain detailed, confidential, up to date records of all provision delivered

• Use data to inform and improve practice and impact

• Be Alert to Safeguarding and Child Protection Issues

 Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding children

• Be proactive in reporting safeguarding issues and concerns to the DSL

• Demonstrate a clear understanding of child protection and safeguarding policy and procedures within school as well as Statutory documentation such as KCSIE and in line with The Matthew Hackney Foundation’s safeguarding policy

• Keep up to date with safeguarding policy and developments

• Respect the reporting lines of confidentiality that occur in Safeguarding Training and Development

• Promote and safeguard the welfare of pupils for who you are responsible and with whom you encounter

• Maintain high professional standards of attendance, punctuality, appearance and conduct

• Maintain positive, courteous relations with pupils and colleagues

• Promote the good name and reputation of the Matthew Hackney Foundation and adhere to it’s policies and procedures

Key criteria required for the role;

Qualifications:

You will be a fully qualified Counsellor, Therapist or Educational/Clinical Psychologist with a Post-graduate level qualification in Counselling or Psychotherapy (ideally this would specialise in working with children (and adolescents)) however, experience of working with children in acceptable.

You will have BACP Accreditation, UKCP or BPC registration or registration with an equivalent recognised awarding body or working towards these registrations

• Further therapeutic training or qualification in working with children and young people

• Experience of working therapeutically with children post qualification is desirable, however, if you have experience of working with children in a different role, we are happy to support you in developing your skills.

• Demonstrate understanding of a range of therapeutic models

• An understanding of the developmental, emotional, social and educational issues of children and young people

• A clear understanding of child protection policy and procedures and commitment to safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults

• An awareness of range of needs of people from diverse ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds

• Knowledge of local mental health and CAMHS Services

• Knowledge of the Children’s Act and legislation pertaining to children

• Experience of working in a School

You would have be able to demonstrate;

A passion for supporting the mental wellbeing of children & young people.

Willingness to make a minimum commitment to practice in school one half day per week (term time only) for one term.

Understands and can demonstrate the values, vision and mission of The Matthew Hackney Foundation.

Emotionally robust and able to demonstrate self-awareness and self-reflection

Will have undertaken personal therapy (one-to-one or group therapy) to enhance this.

Be willing to develop an understanding of The Matthew Hackney Foundation’s equal opportunities policy, safeguarding policy and confidentiality policy, and a personal commitment to equality of opportunity and anti –discriminatory practice in service delivery.

Outgoing, friendly and proactive character.

Being able to use your own initiative but be able to ask for help when you need it.

Be creative and full of ideas

Be trustworthy, friendly and reliable

Ability to multitask

Ability to work under pressure

Please note   you will be required to provide or apply  for an enhanced DBS check and proof of/carry out safeguarding training along with three professional references

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, Togetherness, and Responsiveness 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: 273
Responsible to: Crisis Cafe Team Leader
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £25,000 - £27,764 per annum, pro rata
Hours: Part time (22.5 or 30 hours per week)
Working Base(s): Stevenage Crisis Café
Work pattern: A full-time pattern will be a 7-day flexible rota, working 17:30 - 01:30.

This role is managing a shift delivering emotional support to those in mental health crisis, face to face and over the telephone through our helpline.

About the Service

Our Nightlight Service (Cafés, Helpline, 24/7 Crisis House and Daylight provision) 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 25th April 2025.
Interviews will be held week commencing 12th May 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.

Director of Strategic Relationships and Major Philanthropy

Help make a difference to people living with a life-limiting illness

Location: Warwick or Coventry with hybrid working (1-2dpw from home)

Salary: c£80,000 per annum

Closing Date: Monday 7th April 2025

Interviews late April

The Myton Hospices is a much-loved and well supported charity on a transformative path, evolving how we develop our relationships with high value partners, supporters and our local community. This critical activity will enable us to provide exceptional specialist care and support for more people who have a life-limiting illness, from the point of diagnosis to end of life.

 This newly created, pivotal role offers a career defining opportunity to drive strategies to secure strategic partnerships that have the potential to generate transformative income. As our Director of Strategic Relationships and Major Philanthropy, you will have scope to innovate and shape The Myton Hospices’ high value and high impact partnership engagement, driving change and advocacy as well as income.
 

About the role

You will lead a team of 8 fundraisers (3 direct reports), with plans to secure an additional £2 million over the next 3 years, through your focus on corporate, trusts and foundations, major donors, and legacies; areas which all have significant potential for growth. 

Your role will require:

• Visionary, Strategic leadership to develop and deliver long term, sustainable strategies for philanthropy and pivotal relationships, securing significant voluntary income that will help Myton to sustainably achieve our vision to reach and support more people across Coventry and Warwickshire with life limiting illnesses
• Inspirational team development & leadership to grow an ambitious, collaborative and innovative directorate with the capabilities to develop increasing funding opportunities
• Broad cross-organisational engagement including with other directors to identify market trends, develop campaigns and initiatives and optimise opportunities to generate maximum long-term value from supporter partnerships.

About you

• An innovative change-agent with proven skills in developing high level fundraising and leading strategic projects
• A motivational leader who develops high performing teams, sets clear direction and strategic vision
• Core negotiating, influencing and long-term supporter relationship development and business prospect research skills 
• Skilled in using, developing and implementing performance metrics and income analysis

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and encourage everyone to bring their true selves to work. However you identify, and whatever background you bring with you, we welcome you to apply. If there are any adjustments that would help improve your experience with Myton, we encourage you to share this with us. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and from ethnic minorities, who are currently under-represented in our organisation.

Benefits of working at The Myton Hospices

Myton is an amazing place to work, where the role every person plays has a positive impact for our patients, living with terminal illnesses, and their families. We also offer a wide range of employee benefits, including:

• 10% employer pension contribution
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, increasing with long service
• Death in service benefit
• Additional leave purchasing option
• Winter savings scheme
• Discount schemes including Blue Light Card
• Discounted on site electric vehicle charging
• Free Parking at our Hospices
• Dedicated wellbeing team & mental health first aiders
• Colleague Support Service: confidential financial, legal & mental health support
• Free feminine hygiene products
• 24/7 GP access

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