Weekend Jobs

We are looking to recruit a Manager to take the development of St Faith’s Centre to the next level, expanding the reach into the local community and use of this fabulous new combined Church and Community Centre, completed in July 2023.

Can you inspire others to come and volunteer or work in the Centre and lead the team, in conjunction with the Trustees and the Church, so that we provide a Centre which is available to all in the local area as well as providing the only community space in the centre of the established and new housing developments?

We are looking for someone with experience of leadership and managing a team, working with regular and one-off hirers and the onsite privately-run Childcare Nursery staff to create a welcoming, inclusive environment, maintaining the current activities while developing further opportunities for people to use the Centre.

You will need to be proactive in developing what could be achieved in and through the Centre, and help to inspire others to develop and deliver the vision.

The job is based in the Centre, part-time 20-25 hrs pw, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend working by agreement. Exact times and hours can be negotiated, with some flexibility for the right person. For more information about the Centre and the role see the detailed Job Description.

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual with a commitment to animal welfare to join our team working in our busy Rehoming Centre. 
We are seeking an Adoption Advisor to work with potential adopters, explaining the adoption process, assessing their requirements for rehoming and matching them to dogs appropriate to their circumstances. To assist other members of the public visiting or calling the rehoming centre with their queries, this may include providing support to people wishing to handover their dogs for rehoming. 

About this job:
As an Adoption Advisor you’ll:

• Deliver the highest level of customer service, discussing rehoming applications, answering queries and matching and rehoming dogs effectively, including translating dog’s character assessments to customers and introduce dogs to potential adopters confidently and safely. 
• Process rehoming and waiting list enquiries received via our customer relationship management software. 
• Assist the Media Coordinator to promote dogs available for rehoming and updating website profiles including photos. 

About you: 
The successful candidate will have a positive, proactive attitude and willingness to work with members of the public, staff and volunteers. They’ll be able to work on their own initiative, have experience in handling dogs and the complexities involved regarding matching dogs to potential adopters. They’ll also have excellent communication (verbal and written), a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and strong administrative and organisational skills.

About Dogs Trust:
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.

About the team: 
Our rehoming centres house thousands of dogs each year until they are able to find a loving new home and the success of our centres wouldn’t be possible without our dedicated team of staff and volunteers; there is a real family-community within each of our centres. Come rain or shine, our team are out in all weathers to make sure the dogs have the best possible life. Dealing with thousands of visitors each month, our rehoming centres are the face of Dogs Trust, and we pride ourselves on our staff providing the very best in customer service. 

What you need to know:
A full, manual driving licence is also essential, as driving will be a part of the role. This role works on a two week rolling rota, including every other weekend, 8:30am-5pm (subject to change and will be discussed during interview).

To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a CV and a cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role. Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive enough suitable interest, so to avoid disappointment early application is encouraged.

Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust.  We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way. 

Brockley Park, London

The vacancy

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (shifts include early, late, night, weekends, and bank holidays).

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people?

Join us as a Housing Support Worker, where you'll support 18-25-year-olds facing homelessness, helping them overcome challenges and build independent, fulfilling futures.

What You’ll Be Doing

In our supported housing schemes in Lewisham, you’ll work closely with young people, offering guidance, encouragement, and practical support tailored to their needs. Your role will include:

• Building trusting relationships with young people experiencing challenges like mental health issues, family breakdowns, or gang involvement.
• Supporting each individual through weekly progress meetings, helping them set and achieve their personal goals.
• Assisting young people in navigating the housing register and securing their next home when they’re ready to move on.
• Working flexibly as part of a rota, including early mornings, late evenings, night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.

What You’ll Bring

• Literacy Skills: Confident in reading and writing for accurate record-keeping and communication.
• IT Proficiency: Skilled in using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Understanding of Support Needs: Knowledge of housing support requirements for individuals with mental health issues, delivered through a flexible, outcome-focused, and person-centred approach.
• Thorough Welfare Benefits Knowledge: Up-to-date expertise on welfare benefits to effectively support young people.
• Exceptional Communication Skills: Capable of communicating clearly and compassionately at all levels, always mindful of the situation.
• Values That Shine Through: Kindness, empathy, positivity, energy, and enthusiasm.
• Calm and Assertive: Able to remain composed in challenging situations and handle conflicts with diplomacy and care.

Why Join Us?

We understand the challenges of this role, but seeing young people thrive and move toward independence is incredibly rewarding. You'll be part of a passionate, supportive team that shares your commitment to making a difference.  An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

Here just a few of the benefits for working at Peabody:

• 25 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays
• two additional paid volunteering days each year 
• flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal 
• 4 x salary life assurance
• up to 10% pension contribution
• the opportunity to broaden your skills and enhance your professional development by undertaking an accredited qualification, supported by us.

Ready to take the first step in changing young lives?

Apply today and start making an impact.

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV along with a brief statement about why you’re the perfect fit for this role. Don’t forget, your personal statement on the application form is your chance to stand out!  Use it to showcase your skills, experience, and passion, and tell us why you’re the ideal candidate for this position.

Closing date: 13 January 2025

Interviews are due to take place week commencing the 20 and 27 January 2024.

You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy.  Peabody are not able to offer Visa sponsorship.

Contract type Permanent

Weekly hours 37.5 hours per week, shifts 7.5 hours per day. between 8AM to 10PM including weekends and bank holidays

Do you believe everyone should have a place to call home and the chance to lead a fulfilling life? Do you have the commitment, enthusiasm and resilience needed, to work with some of the most vulnerable people in our communities? If the answer is yes, this could be the role for you.

About the role:

SHP (Single Homeless Project) is one of London’s leading homelessness prevention charities and a dynamic and growing organisation changing 10,000 lives every year across London - from supporting people in crisis, to helping them take the final steps towards independence and employment.

We are seeking an experienced and a highly motivated staff member for our Complex Needs Accommodation Service. This Project is a 15 bed mixed gender supported accommodation based in Islington. The role will require you to work alongside the Regional Services Manager, to provide a high level of support to these clients.

You will be in a specialist role designed to work with people with complex support needs relating to: mental ill health, physical health & substance use needs. You will also play a key part in reducing the risk of re-offending, liaising with external professionals, preventing homelessness and promoting the independence and social inclusion of these clients.

The working rota for this post is Monday-Friday (no weekend shifts) and a mixture of earlies (8am - 3.30pm) & lates (3pm - 10.30pm.) We strongly welcome applications from local residents of Islington.

About you:

• Previous experience of working with people with complex support needs.
• Ability to manage a caseload and deliver positive outcomes utilising your knowledge of the health, social care and criminal justice sector.   
• A flexible, innovative and creative approach to working with a sometimes hard to engage and challenging client group, is also required.

About us:

Single Homeless Project is a London-wide charity. Our vision is of a society where everyone has a place to call home and the chance to live a fulfilling life.

We help single Londoners by preventing homelessness, providing support and accommodation, promoting wellbeing, enhancing opportunity, and being a voice for change. From supporting people in crisis to helping people take the final steps towards independence and employment, we make a difference to 10,000 lives every year across all 32 boroughs.

We offer you more than a job; we offer you a chance to be part of a compassionate, driven team that's committed to making a real difference in people's lives. You'll have the opportunity to lead, co-create, and inspire change while enjoying a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Join us in creating a brighter, more hopeful future for individuals in need. 

Important info:

Closing date: Wednesday 22nd January at midnight

Interview date: Tuesday 28th January in Kings Cross

This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.

Job Purpose:

Welcome refugees and asylum seekers arriving in Derby, connecting them to the community and supporting their integration through activities, individual assessments, and tailored support plans.

Context of the role.

Upbeat Communities delivers several services to welcome refugees and support them to rebuild their lives. We are looking to recruit an Integration Worker who will offer support to Refugees and Asylum Seekers within our Thriving Places project. Your time will be spent at the Integration Hub in central Derby.

Thriving Places is a 3-year project, funded by the National Lottery, which will provide support to asylum seekers and refugees as they integrate into life in the UK. The project supports people on an individual basis, with the development of Individual Support Plans (ISPs), the provision of integration activities and opportunities for training, skills development and volunteering. The Refugee Integration Worker will work as part of a team and work directly with refugees and those seeking asylum to carry out needs assessments, develop ISPs and support people on their integration journeys.

The successful candidate will have a positive attitude and play an important part in delivering the best possible support to those we work with. You will be committed to, and actively demonstrate, our values, ethos and practices to achieve our vision – to see thriving positive communities where every refugee can contribute and make the most of opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

Needs Assessment and Support Plans:

• Carry out Initial Needs Assessments and develop Individual Support Plans (ISPs) with regular reviews.
• Respond to ISPs by liaising with housing providers, GPs, schools, and other relevant services.
• Encourage and support beneficiaries toward integration, independence, and engagement in community activities.

Practical Support and Referrals:

• Provide advice on benefits, housing, health, education, and employment.
• Refer individuals to appropriate services and organisations as needed.
• Facilitate clear and prompt communication with participants, using interpreters when required.

Community Engagement and Delivery:

• Deliver activities and assist with registration at the Integration Hub.
• Support the Derby Team in delivering sessions aligned with ISPs.
• Promote a culture of welcome by engaging with local organisations and networks.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Administration:

• Contribute to monitoring and evaluation processes related to support and integration.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Complete all administrative tasks required for the role and organisation.

Team Collaboration and Organisational Contribution:

• Actively participate in team meetings, staff training, awareness events, and fundraising activities.
• Support and guide volunteers in welcoming and assisting refugees.
• Contribute to the overall work of Upbeat Communities.

Ethos and Policies:

• Work in alignment with Upbeat Communities’ Christian values and organisational policies.
• Report regularly to and be accountable to the Line Manager.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria:

• Emotional Intelligence & Compassion in Action:
  • Understands the importance of recognising and managing emotions in oneself and others.
  • Recognises the value of care and commitment to making a positive impact in relationships and the community.
• Personal Growth and Empowerment:
  • Acknowledges the importance of feedback and personal growth with a willingness to learn.
  • Understands the importance of providing others with support to make decisions and grow.
• Organisational Skills:
  • Understands the importance of prioritising workload and meeting deadlines under pressure.
• Technical Knowledge:
  • Has basic knowledge of email and Microsoft Office tools, with limited practical experience.
• Understanding Refugee Needs:
  • Has a basic understanding of the needs and experiences of refugees and asylum seekers.
• Adaptability and Problem-Solving:
  • Recognises the importance of adapting to change and managing multiple tasks.
  • Recognises issues and seeks guidance to contribute to potential solutions.
• Communication and Collaboration:
  • Understands the importance of effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders.
• Ethics and Inclusivity:
  • Understands the importance of ethical behaviour and maintaining confidentiality.
  • Recognises the value of cultural diversity and the importance of inclusivity.

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous experience working with refugees and asylum seekers.
• Experience in delivering workshops or community events.
• Fluency in a relevant community language.

Additional Notes: This role requires flexibility, as some evening or weekend work may be necessary to meet the needs of the community. A commitment to the organisation’s values of emotional intelligence, compassion, learning, and empowerment is essential.

Team: Retail

Location: Ealing

Work pattern: 37.5 hours on a rota basis (to include weekends)

Salary: Up to £24,648 per annum + £1812 London Weighting (£26,640 per annum)

Contract: Permanent

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.

Will you join us and make life better for cats?

Responsibilities of our Shop Manager:

• To lead, manage, coach and develop a shop team of employees and volunteers to be the best they can be, maximising shop performance through the safe day-to-day operational management of shop activity
• To take ownership for the delivery of shop income, expenditure and operating profit budgets and other key measures of performance and activity as defined in the Retail Performance framework
• To support the work of Cats Protection, acting as brand ambassador, being a role model for the values and behaviours of the Charity, taking responsibility for shop operations and related people management.

About the retail team:

• Our retail operation consists of over 80 charity shops
• Each of our shops has its own charm and personality due to our dedicated volunteers and colleagues. From vintage jewellery and jigsaws to harps and handbags, whether our customers are looking for that 'must have' item or simply a 'missing piece'.

What we’re looking for in our Shop Manager:

• Demonstrable learning and experience from working in a relevant retail environment
• Previous experience of line managing a team and building a culture to achieve a collective goal
• Experience and/or understanding of working to sales targets and budgets
• Excellent organisational skills including the ability to meet deadlines
• Strong commercial awareness, balanced with an appreciation for the unique needs of the Charity

What we can offer you:

• range of health benefits
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
• and much more, which you can learn about 

Interested? Here’s how to apply:

Application closing date: 13th January 2024

Virtual interview date: TBC

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable.  You may be just the right candidate. 

If successful, your recruitment journey will include:

1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.

Please email [email protected] if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.

Working closely with the Business Development Director and Business Development Manager the Fundraising Manager will play a pivotal role in the creation, development and implementation of a robust and diverse fundraising strategy that contributes to the overarching income generation strategy, that meet both current and future operational needs.

The post holder will be responsible for designing, developing and the leading on the delivery of ambitious fundraising initiatives and campaigns.  They will be instrumental in building strong, lasting relationships with new and existing supporters.  They will grow our income and our pool of donors.

The postholder will have a central role in working to secure grants from statutory agencies and trusts and foundations.

There is significant scope and opportunity for the Fundraising Manager to develop the charity’s work arounds individual giving, challenge/community events, support innovative digital fundraising campaigns and assist in the delivery of targeted fundraising activities and events and corporate partnerships.

The Fundraising Manager will be responsible for all processes related to fundraising activities including managing budgets to ensure best use of available resources to maximise income.

The post holder will create an effective and engaging internal and external communication plan that ensures inclusivity and accessibility across all areas of the charity.

This role involves evening and weekend working to support fundraising events and activities.  Time off in lieu will be given for these events and activities.

Workers should be “free from abuse in their own lives.”

Applicants are asked not to put themselves forward for selection if this is not the case.

Responsible to: Support Team Manager

Location: Based in Loughborough, England. The role requires travel to all locations where Baca Services are delivered.

Hours: 37.5 hrs per week (including evening and weekend hours on a rota)

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £24,150 - £27,760 per annum FTE

Overall Purpose

• To provide support and care to young people who are newly arrived in the country, providing the foundations for them to rebuild their strength, dignity and grow their hope for their futures.
• To partner with social workers and representatives from other agencies, for the benefit of the young people.

Duties & Responsibilities

• To be a key worker for a number of young people who are in the care of Baca, providing high quality holistic and therapeutic support for their transition to adulthood.
• To deliver young people services in line with Baca’s Theory of Change, to enable young people to achieve the following outcomes, ensuring it is of the highest quality:
• Improved Physical Wellbeing
• Improved Emotional Wellbeing
• Increased engagement with Education, Employment and Training
• Increased Social engagement
• Increased Personal Safety
• To work proactively and collaboratively to ensure all young people are safeguarded and taking the initiative in resolving any issues that may arise with young people.
• To be a role model to all young people in Baca’s care, providing care and compassion without discrimination of age, race, colour or behavioural issues.
• Support young people to understand expectations of them and the support on offer to them from Baca and other agencies.
• Support young people in developing essential life skills in line with the individual support plan to prepare them for independent living. Training young people in living skills such as washing, cleaning, cooking and safety food shopping and budgeting; proactively and intentionally in line with the Baca progress plan.
• Support young people in developing their skills and interests in education, vocation or hobbies. Ensure young people’s interests, hobbies and aspirations are identified by getting alongside young people and working with the team.
• Be an active part of a diverse environment of staff and young people from different cultures and backgrounds.
• Support young people to engage socially at Baca and in the wider community to build positive trusting relationships with others through one to one and group social times, engaging in clubs and activities.
• Take part in planning and attending day trips and Baca’s annual residential week.
• Develop excellent working partnerships with social workers, solicitors, teachers, volunteers and other partners to provide a holistic development package for each young person enabling them to become independent.
• Actively plan, prepare and participate in all meetings and events that are related to the support of the young people.
• Prepare young people for meetings and help them to understand what is being communicated.
• Transport young people, in line with our lone working policy, to events and meetings making sure they are on time using your own car in a safe and legal manner.
• Support young people to communicate and express their own wishes and voice regarding all aspects of their life and future.
• Develop and maintain excellent communication with all members of the team and all external partners and supporters.
• Keep good records and carry out all administrative work required as part of the role, such as month end reports and support plans, on time and in a consistent manner.

General

• Be adept in employing the correct procedures for dealing with any safeguarding incidences or concerns, in line with Baca’s Child, Vulnerable Adult Protection & Safeguarding Policy.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to work undertaken and ensure all confidential material is stored according to Baca’s Confidentiality statement and Data Protection Policy.
• Adhere to all Baca’s policies and procedures.
• Be a role model, leading by example in practicing the Values of Baca.
• Play an active and supportive role within the organisation.
• Take ownership of all administrative aspects of the role.
• Treat all staff and young people fairly and without prejudice, in line with Baca’s Equality and Diversity policy.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, in line with the needs of the team.

Personal specification

Baca is looking for a Support Worker who can join the support team and provide support, care and be a role model for young people who are newly arrived refugees and victims of trafficking aged 16 to 18. They will be motivated and passionate about the work that Baca does and the young people in our care.

The successful applicant will have the ability to ensure the support we give to the young people is of the highest quality and goes beyond the statutory standards set. They will be very approachable, reliable and a strong team worker. Someone who is supportive, approachable, responsible, reliable, personable and willing to be flexible. They will be a great people person who can develop key external relationships. They will also be a very organised and proactive individual. The successful applicant will need access to transport as the role requires visiting the young people in their homes and attending different appointments/meetings across the midlands. The successful applicant will subscribe to and work in line with Baca’s vision and values.

The role will require the successful candidate to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Knowledge and Understanding

• Alignment with Baca’s Value to achieve our vision, mission and strategic goals.
• Ability to respond to change at short notice.
• Able to work as part of a highly diverse group of people.
• Able to work in partnership productively with teams internally and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices.
• Able to be accountable, take responsibility and be willing to learn.
• Self-motivation and flexible attitude to work.
• Proactive individual who is willing to take initiative in getting involved in a range of activities.
• Ability to be patient, calm and tenacious in very challenging circumstances
• Have a genuine concern for and commitment to young asylum seekers/refugees, and unaccompanied young people in particular.
• Driving Licence that allows you to legally drive a car in the UK.
• Access to your own car

Please note we cannot provide sponsorship for this role. Further information about the role, competencies and experience can be found on our website.

Contract: Fixed Term, 12 months maternity cover, 35 hours per week, full-time (including some out of hours and weekends).  We offer hybrid working with the option to discuss flexible and compressed hours.

Location: Hybrid - You would be expected to work on-site at the Home for at least one day per week, with the option of remote work for the rest of the week. Additionally, you will be required to be on-site or at a venue when running courses.

Closing Date: Friday 24th January 2025

At Edinburgh Dog & Cat Home, love has no limits. We take a big picture view of what is best for dogs and cats; and a tireless, long-term approach to their care. We believe in protecting loving homes, finding love homes, and running our loving Home. We strive to create a safe and nurturing environment not only to the animals, but also our people.  

We are excited to announce the recruitment of a 12-month fixed-term Education Officer to cover a period of maternity leave. This vital role within the Community Outreach team is instrumental in delivering the Homes community outreach strategy. Through education, the Education Officer will play a key part in supporting pet owners and helping pets stay in their homes.

As Education Officer you will advise and train members of the public delivering our education sessions and representing Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home in leading this project. You will lead on and deliver Dog First Aid, Dog First Aid Refresher, Dog Body Language and Cat First Aid courses in collaboration with other trainers and working closely with the Education Lead.  This will include delivering courses at the Home as well as to businesses and community groups in a variety of different locations. Courses will be conducted throughout the year and will take place at weekends and mid-week with occasional evening events.

We’re seeking someone with experience working with the public, supporting colleagues, delivering group training, and handling dogs and cats. Strong communication skills, the ability to follow procedures, and managing emotionally demanding situations with empathy are essential. You’ll need to multi-task, prioritise, and work independently, with proficiency in Microsoft 365, especially PowerPoint and Outlook. If you’re passionate about education and ready for a rewarding challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Further information for this role including a detailed job description and person specification can be found on our website. To apply, please send your CV and cover letter by Friday 24th January 2025. 

Are you passionate about rebuilding lives and working towards a future without homelessness? Join C4WS Homeless Project, a dedicated charity providing year-round support for people experiencing homelessness. From our well-established winter night shelter in Camden to our Jobs Club, counselling, hosting scheme, and more, we are committed to helping individuals move towards independent living with dignity and care.

About C4WS Homeless Project

Each winter, we collaborate with churches across Camden to run a rotating night shelter accommodating up to 16 guests each evening. Guests receive a warm evening meal, a camp bed for the night, and a hearty breakfast in the morning. During the day, we offer tailored advice, advocacy, and access to essential services, including our weekly Friday Club where former guests can continue receiving support.

The Role

We are seeking a Senior Caseworker to lead on delivering holistic welfare support to our guests and ensure long-term stability in their lives. You will work with a small, dedicated team, providing advice and practical assistance both during and after guests’ time in the night shelter.

In this role, you will also support the night shelter for up to two evenings a week during the winter season (November–April), occasionally including weekends. This involves leading volunteers to ensure the safe and compassionate running of the shelter.

As part of C4WS, you will join a passionate network of referral partners, volunteers, and faith-based communities who have supported our mission for over 20 years.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct welfare support to shelter guests and service users.
• Lead on assessing risks and putting safety measures in place.
• Oversee case management, ensuring guests transition to stability and independence.
• Be present at the shelter for up to two evenings a week during the shelter season.
• Collaborate with volunteers, staff, trustees, and partner agencies to maintain excellent service delivery.
• Support and manage challenging behavior, incidents, and emergencies when necessary.

Essential Criteria

• Experience working with homeless people or similarly vulnerable/disadvantaged groups.
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with guests, volunteers, staff, and partners.
• Proven experience assessing risks and implementing appropriate measures.
• Experience managing challenging situations and emergencies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Punctual, reliable, and capable of working unsupervised.
• Proficient in office administration and computer literacy.
• Flexible and collaborative approach.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training.

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge of welfare benefits processes.
• Experience representing an organisation publicly (e.g., at events or in the media).
• Familiarity with homelessness issues in Camden.

Salary and Contract

• Salary: £40,000 per annum.
• Contract: Permanent

Interviews: Will take place during the week of 3rd February 2025.

C4WS Homeless Project is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from individuals who understand Christian compassion for those without a home and are committed to social justice.

Job Role - Assistant Director

Job type - Full time 36.5 hrs per week

Location - Leyland/Hybrid

Job Hours - Mon-Fri flexible working hours

Salary - £49,000-£51,000 per annum

Description - Assistant Director, Opportunity at Key Unlocking Futures

Are you a driven professional, passionate about making a difference?

Key, a forward-thinking charity delivering services across Lancashire, is seeking an exceptional and inspirational people leader to empower and motivate our skilled and high-performing staff team.

Key Unlocking Futures exists to help people build better lives. For 30 years, we've provided prevention and critical support to people across Lancashire, catching people before they fall and helping those in crisis find their feet.

Each year we already help more than 7000 people across Lancashire achieve their potential.

Help us to continue delivering quality services whilst helping to develop new ideas and create other services.  Help us to evolve, develop, and achieve even greater impact.

In particular, we’re interested in someone who may have experience of supported housing and domestic abuse services but above all, you will have a passionate dedication to improve outcomes for people we support.

We want an empathetic leader who has a vision aligned with our direction of travel, and who wants to work to build on all that Key has achieved so far.

Key helps people to build better lives and exceptional people make it happen.

Role Highlights:

• £49,000-£51,000 pa
• Full-time (36.5 hours)
• Purpose-Driven Work

What We're Looking For:

• Someone with a proven track record of senior operational leadership
• A collaborative leader skilled in working across a broad range of stakeholders
• Someone with the ability to identify, secure and implement new opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop innovative funding strategies
• Research and secure new funding streams
• Manage social media presence
• Build relationships with institutional donors
• Identify market trends and growth opportunities

Ideal Candidate:

• Degree-qualified 
• Experience of supported housing and domestic abuse services
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Passionate about supporting people through challenging times
• Commitment to Key's core values
• Comfortable working flexibly, including occasional evenings/weekends

What We Offer:

• Meaningful work that creates real social impact
• Opportunity to grow and develop
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Hybrid working

HELP US TO HELP THEM ACHIEVE THEIR POTENTIAL

Why Join Key Unlocking Futures?

• Pride in Our Purpose: Be part of a team where your work is valued, purposeful, and contributes to our legacy of unlocking people’s potential.
• Empowering Work Environment: Thrive in a culture that inspires you to be your best.
• Teamwork and Trust: Our staff survey results speak volumes about the supportive and collaborative environment we cultivate.

We help people find their purpose.  Are you about to find yours?

Apply now and help us to build better lives.

Closing date

9am Monday 13th January 2025

Key Unlocking Futures is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds to join our team.

Please note that in cases of high application volumes, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date to manage all applicants appropriately.

Please go to Key’s website Latest vacancies - Key Unlocking Futures  to view the Application Form and start the application process. 

At Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity, we’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Online Youth and Family Engagement Coordinator to join our team and help us deliver life-changing support to families navigating complex, lifelong conditions.

About Us

We are a small charity with a big mission: to provide specialist nurses and support services for seriously ill children and their families. From online workshops to emotional support, we ensure every family gets the help they need—completely free of charge.

The Role

In this exciting role, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Develop and deliver bespoke online programmes for young people and their families.
• Build and maintain meaningful relationships with beneficiaries.
• Safeguard the welfare of children and young people, ensuring all interactions align with best practices and relevant legislation.
• Support the collection of impactful outcomes data to help improve our services and share our success stories.
• Collaborate with the Fundraising Team by providing insights and stories that enhance funding applications.

This is a varied role that requires empathy, adaptability, and excellent organisational skills. If you’re looking to work in a supportive team environment while directly improving lives, this is the job for you!

What We’re Looking For

Skills and Knowledge

• A youth or family work qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Proven ability to engage with children, young people, and families in a sensitive and effective manner.
• Strong IT skills, particularly with video conferencing tools.
• Experience in delivering online workshops or training sessions.

Personal Qualities

• Empathetic, enthusiastic, and self-motivated.
• Excellent time management and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to the evolving needs of the role.

What We Offer

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• 25 days of annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays.
• A collaborative, inclusive work environment where your contributions make a real impact.

Additional Information

• The role involves some evening and weekend work to accommodate workshops and events.
• Occasional travel within the UK may be required.
• Successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Closing Date: 30th January 2025

Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity is committed to equality and inclusivity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure you can perform at your best.

Community Development Officer

The Communities Officer will lead a new community-focused initiative aimed at increasing access to Cambridge Science Centre’s educational offerings. Through researching areas of need and collaborating with community leaders, the officer will develop a robust network of partnerships to facilitate participation from children facing barriers to engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Community Research & Needs Assessment: Identify key areas within Cambridge where children face barriers to accessing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) engagement. Use data-driven approaches and community feedback to conduct needs assessments, supporting the development of evidence-based strategies and action plans with relevant partners and community organisations.

• Partnership Development: Establish and maintain strong relationships with local community leaders, and organisations that can help ensure the Centre’s programmes reach the right audiences.

• Programme Development: Develop, co-design, and coordinate events with a place-based approach or under a thematic area. Collaborate with the Head of Programmes & Delivery and the Head of Exhibitions to design and implement 1 tailored after-school, school-day and weekend programmes that address community-specific needs, including logistical barriers such as transport and scheduling.

• Outreach & Communication: Maintain regular contact with community stakeholders, building trust and ensuring effective two-way communication. Act as the primary liaison between Cambridge Science Centre and community partners.

• Volunteer Engagement: Work with volunteers as needed to support programme delivery and community outreach efforts.

• Monitoring & Evaluation: Track the impact of community programmes, gathering feedback and adjusting strategies to improve engagement and outcomes continually. Maintain records, produce relevant statistics, and prepare and present reports as required.

• Promotion: Serve as a brand ambassador for Cambridge Science Centre within the community. Leverage social media and local communication channels to engage and support community members. Collaborate with the Head of Marketing to develop and share impactful case studies and stories, helping to raise broader awareness of CSC’s work.

Person Specification

• Prior experience in community development, education, or outreach, particularly with underrepresented groups

• Understanding of the voluntary sector

• Experience in supporting or organising events

• Project management and delivery experience

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trust-based relationships and engage diverse audiences, including children, parents, and community leaders

• Empathy and understanding of the unique challenges faced by underserved communities, with a strong commitment to inclusivity and cultural sensitivity

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, coordinate schedules, and oversee programme logistics effectively

• Ability to collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to co design impactful community programmes

• Ability to work within defined budgets

• Willingness to travel across Cambridge and work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends to meet community needs

• Full clean driving licence

• Ability to achieve a satisfactory enhanced DBS check Working Conditions

This role involves regular travel across Cambridge and occasional evening or weekend commitments to meet with community partners and deliver programmes. The primary location for engagements will be Cambridge Science Centre’s main venue at The Trinity Centre, Science Park, Milton, Cambridge CB4 0FN. Occasional office work may be required at CSC’s Head Office at 44 Clifton Road, Cambridge CB1 7ED.

Standard working hours are 7.5 hours per day

Parking and bike storage are available at both CSC locations.

Benefits include: • 25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays

• Mental health support in partnership with BetterHelp

• Contributory pension scheme

Recruitment Process and Timeline: To apply for the position of Community Development Officer at Cambridge Science Centre, please submit your CV and a Cover Letter explaining why you are interested in joining the Centre and how your skills and experience align with the role.

For candidates invited to interview we would love to see examples of your creativity, so please bring with you anything that would support your application, in a suitable format. Bear in mind, if possible, the age range of our audience is 5-11. The interview will also include a discussion with the panel, which is expected to take place in-person.

Application Deadline: Interviews: 6th January 2025 Week commencing 13th January 2025

Title: Male Live In Support Worker

Responsible to: Senior Support Worker

Responsible for: Young people living in the accommodation (4 young people aged 16 – 18 years old seeking asylum in the UK).

Location: This is a live-in, residential role based in a supported accommodation home in Loughborough. Some work will be based in our office buildings.

Hours: 25 hours per week on duty – this is a mixture of day, evening and weekend shifts. Two days a week will be off duty.

Leave: Two nights a month can be taken as nights away from the home. This in addition to annual leave allowance. Annual leave - 33 days (converted into hours) pro-rata for number of hours worked

Salary Band: £24,150 - £27,760 per annum pro rata. Equivalent to £16,100 to £18,506 for 25 hours a week.

Benefits in kind: Rent-free accommodation, including Wi-fi, gas, electric and council tax bills.

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: Immediately

Overall Purpose

To provide advice, assistance and support to young people in the home, as a key member of the Support Team, delivering Baca’s service in line with our Vision and Values. The role includes a consistent adult presence in the home. To attend to their practical and emotional needs whilst supporting the development of living skills. To teach them how to manage and look after a home in order to keep it safe and hygienic. To build trusting relationships within the home to enable young people to feel safe and cared for. To act as an excellent role model and to work closely with them and their Support Worker to enable them to make good progress towards independence.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Welcome newly arrived young people into the accommodation, helping them feel safe and able to rest; with compassion without discrimination of age, race, colour or behavioural issues.
• Actively support young people to make progress and develop in the following outcomes; physical wellbeing and emotional wellbeing; personal safety; education and learning; employment and training that is safe and suitable; social engagement (being part of the community and activities outside of the home)
• Be an excellent and positive role model, offering advice, guidance and assistance and consistently modelling behaviours in line with Baca’s values.
• Using Baca’s progress plan, train all young people in living skills and looking after a home such as washing, personal safety, cleaning, cooking and food safety, food shopping and budgeting.
• Providing emotional support at times of difficulty, anxiety or stress.
• Encourage young people settle into and support them to maintain a healthy routine which will include regularly attending education and social activities.
• Act as a co-keyworker for the young people to ensure that their support plans and progress are up to date and that all their needs are being met.
• Enable young people to live with positive values and good boundaries by challenging any unhelpful or unsafe behaviours and encouraging safe and positive behaviours.
• In accordance with the guidelines on Safeguarding and Health and Safety policies, to accept responsibility for working within these guidelines and report any concerns.
• Work collaboratively with the rest of the Rebuild Team to ensure all young people are safeguarded and supported to rebuild their lives.
• Take responsibility for keeping the home clean, by consistently role modelling to and training young people.
• Maintain very good communication with relevant members of the Rebuild Team and relevant social workers
• Ensure regular appropriate reporting requirements are consistently met, meeting regulations set out by Ofsted.
• Complete and update all admin work as part of the role such as month end reports and support plans on time and in a consistent manner.
• Playing an active role in developing knowledge and understanding in areas relevant to the role and especially in the areas of asylum and refugee law, trafficking, supporting separated children and the cultures of different nations relevant to Baca.

To work as part of the team

• Be a role model, leading by example in practicing the Values of Baca.
• Actively participate in the delivery of the aims and objectives of the organisation working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve them.
• Demonstrate curiosity and willingness to learn by be willing to give and receive feedback on performance with colleagues and managers.
• Play an active and supportive role within the organisation.
• Actively participate in team meetings, making a positive contribution to enable young people outcomes to be achieved.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to work undertaken and ensure all confidential material is stored according to Baca’s Confidentiality statement and Data Protection Policy.
• Treat all staff and young people fairly and without prejudice, in line with Baca’s Equality and Diversity Policy.
• Consistently outwork the correct procedures for dealing with any safeguarding incidences or concerns, in line with Baca’s Child, Vulnerable Adult Protection & Safeguarding Policy and whistleblowing.
• Adhere to all Baca’s policies and procedures.

Personal Specification

Baca is looking for a Support Worker who is passionate about seeing unaccompanied young refugees achieving their potential and rebuilding their lives for a better future. The successful applicant will have a personal style that is in line with Baca’s vision and values. They will live in the new arrival house and make it their home. They will be a good self-starter and have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire our young people to be the best they can be. The successful applicant will be motivated and passionate about the work that Baca does and the young people in our care. They will be very approachable, enjoy working as part of a wider team but also able to manage their own time and workload. Someone who is supportive, approachable, responsible, reliable, personable and willing to set boundaries in line with Baca’s values.

This is a frontline role that will need the successful applicant to be working closely with young people in their houses and will need access to transport young people to different appointments, meetings and activities.

An enhanced DBS check will be required. Shortlisting and interviews will take place as and when applications are received.

Please note: We cannot offer sponsorship for this role as Baca is not on the Home Office list.