Workplace Manager Jobs

You have recent experience within the mental health field (or a related area) and know how the use of IPS (Individual Placement and Support) can help the people we support to find paid employment and have awareness of the Recovery and Personalisation agenda. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Waythrough as an Employment Specialist.

We need someone like you to join the team at our Hammersmith & Fulham Employment Service. We support people living with mental health problems to develop a sense of independence, purpose and fulfilment; to develop their social networks and gain the skills they need to return to work or training where this is their goal. But we need your help. Your challenge? We help individuals with mental health problems to find paid employment, or unpaid voluntary work, plus we assist employers and employees to successfully resolve mental health problems in the workplace.

You will support the delivery of our Employment Service which will see you focus on motivating, supporting and providing person-centred advice and guidance to people receiving support to enable them to move into suitable and sustainable work.

As well as a good understanding of people with mental health problems, you have experience of networking/liaising with local employers and the initiative to develop and promote a service. Excellent motivational, presentation and listening skills are essential too, as is a willingness to travel in the local area and occasionally work outside of office hours. Customer focused, well organised and collaborative in approach, you are a great administrator and pride yourself on your word processing skills and ability to keep accurate computer records/use a database. A flexible approach to working to ensure effective service delivery is essential.

This is a full-time role requiring the post holder to work 37.5 hours per week.

We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience.

This is a rolling recruitment process. Candidates will be interviewed as and when they are shortlisted.

Learning and development is important to us, and we are pleased to be able to offer a wide range of apprenticeships. We hire apprentices into specific roles as well as offering apprenticeships to the workforce. Anyone can apply to undertake an apprenticeship relevant to the role as long as they are in a permanent post and have successfully passed probation.

On 1st June 2024, Richmond Fellowship, part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence merged with Humankind to form a single organisation that provides the joined-up mental health, housing and drug and alcohol support we’ve all known has been needed for decades. In October 2024, Humankind was renamed Waythrough to reflect the new organisation.

Children's Rights Advocacy Worker

Barnardo's: Your Rights, Your Voice is an umbrella service that manages a portfolio of Children's Rights and Advocacy contracts. 

Barnardo's is commissioned locally to provide a visiting Children's Rights and Advocacy Service to children and young people being held at Barton Moss SCC.  In addition, Barnardo's is commissioned by the MoJ to provide a service to the wider secure estate: all Secure Training Centres (STC's) and Young Offender Institutions (YOI's) across England and Wales.

Our service objective is to provide knowledge on Children's Rights, independent advice, support and advocacy services to children and young people in accordance with the aims and objectives of Barnardo's: Your Rights, Your Voice (Secure Estate), the Children Act (1989, 2004), United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and the National Advocacy Standards (DOH, 2002).

In addition, to work as part of a team to deliver an effective and efficient service which empowers children and young people detained within a secure setting to have a voice, access available services and entitlements.  Also to ensure their rights are being met in relation to issues relating to their welfare, care and treatment.

Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements.

When completing your application please refer to your skills knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification, Job Description and Additional Information document (if applicable). This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described.

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.

Location: Either in one of our global offices (Bristol or London - UK, Madagascar, Belize, Indonesia, Timor-Leste, Kenya, Senegal), or home-based within countries where Blue Ventures has administrative capacity (Tanzania)

Closing date for applications: 15th November 2024 

Contract status: Global post, full-time

Start date: January 2025

Contract duration: Permanent

Remuneration: Salaries will be in line with local salary grades and dependent on experience: circa £54,100 - £68,000 gross per annum (UK); BZD 73,100 - 110,000 gross per annum (Belize); IDR 485,100,000 - 750,000,000 gross per annum (Indonesia); USD 27,800 - 39,000 gross per annum (Timor-Leste); KES 4,853,000 - 7,500,000 gross per annum (Kenya); XOF 20,300,000 - 31,000,000 gross per annum (Senegal); TZS 70,127,000 - 100,000,000 gross per annum (Tanzania); MGA 63,080,000 - 90,000,000 (net per annum; only applicable in Madagascar). 

We rebuild tropical fisheries with coastal communities

Blue Ventures is a marine conservation organization that puts people first. We support coastal fishers in remote and rural communities to rebuild fisheries, restore ocean life and build lasting pathways to prosperity. Our work began two decades ago in Madagascar’s remote coastal communities and is growing globally.

Across a dozen countries, we’re partnering with traditional fishers and community organizations to design, scale, strengthen and sustain fisheries management and conservation at the community level. We bring partners together in networks to advocate for reform, and share tools and best practices to support fishing communities across the globe. 

Summary job description

The Head of Design & Integration is responsible for leading a core team within Data Science. This role will oversee the design, development, and integration of data collection, visualisation, and interpretation tools, conduct integrated data analyses, and ensure the seamless operation of data access platforms. The team will also provide training and support to staff and partners on using these tools effectively. This position requires collaboration with the team that builds tools, as well as cross-functional teams, to ensure that data solutions meet organisational needs and are user-friendly.

The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise in data collection, analysis, and system integration with strong leadership and communication skills, ensuring that data-driven decision-making is enabled across the organisation. This role will report to the Director of Data Science.

To view the job responsibilities in more detail, please see the attached job description. 

Interviews: 02/12 or 03/12 

For more information or to apply, please click 'apply now' to be directed to our careers site.

Join Our Team as Senior Head of Principal Giving!

Are you a passionate leader with a flair for philanthropy? At The King’s Trust, we're seeking a dynamic individual to lead our Principal Giving team, driving transformational impact for young people across the UK. In this senior leadership role, you will inspire your team to secure 7-8 figure gifts, build long-lasting relationships with high-value donors and cultivate new principal gift-level prospects. You’ll play a key part in our ambitious plans, including the next phase of our landmark 50th-anniversary campaign – aiming to raise £150m across our core funding and endowment. You’ll have a central role in guiding our Campaign Board and maximising our 50th anniversary year to deliver fundraising success.

If you're an experienced fundraiser with a proven track record in securing major gifts, exceptional communication skills, a skilled leader with an ability to motivate and develop high performance, and a deep empathy for the challenges young people face, we want to hear from you. Together we can help make a lasting difference for young people now and for future generations to come.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire a high-performing team to meet a multi-million-pound target.
• Build strategic, long-term relationships with major donors and drive a new business culture.
• Drive the success of high-profile campaigns and projects.
• Ensure ethical, effective, and inclusive fundraising practices.

Apply today to be part of something truly transformational!

What happens next?  

Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date. 

Why do we need a Senior Head of Principal Giving? 

Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of our Senior Head of Principal Giving! 

Perks for working at The Trust! 

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year 
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – music festivals, The King's Trust Awards, active events etc. 
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role 
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas. 
• Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave. 
• Interest-free season ticket loans 
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme 
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary) 

Equal Opportunities 

Here at The King's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives. 

We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.  

We’re a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by KT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 

Safeguarding 

The King's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. 

A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

Req ID: 3237 

HR Officer

We are looking for a HR Officer to join the team supporting the HR function, in this part-time, hybrid working role.

This role could also be full-time incorporating the operations support function, which at the moment is as separate standalone part-time role.

Position: HR Officer

Location: Bristol/Hybrid

Hours: 22.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE) (22.5 hours split between Monday – Friday) or full time hours for the HR and Operations Officer role combined

Salary: £32,000 pro rata (£19,200 actual)

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Monday 2nd December 11:59pm

Interview Date: Interviews expected to be held w/c 9th December

The Role

As HR Officer you will provide support and specialist HR knowledge to all of the operational functions. This includes supporting the Finance Manager and other members of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) on the delivery of various projects, maintaining employee records, and advising on compliance with UK Employment and Health and Safety Laws.

Main areas of responsibility include:

• Maintain up to date employee records
• Support health and safety compliance and training
• Support and coordinate staff training
• Training new staff on systems and day-to-day procedures
• Day-to-day management of the HR management system, BrightHR
• Assist in the preparation of monthly payroll instruction for accountants
• Working closely with the Finance Manager to ensure operational expense is accurately reported and logged
• Recruitment and induction of new staff and staff exits
• Assist with compliance of legal policy frameworks related to employment and health and safety
• Provide HR guidance and support to employees on employee relations and workplace policies
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of HR practices and procedures

We are advertising this as a part-time permanent role but would welcome applications for this post and the Operations Administrator post as a full-time position, HR and Operations Officer, £29,000 annual salary 1.0 FTE.

About You

With experience in a HR role OR equivalent experience in a role with evidence of transferable skills, you will have experience of overseeing administrative systems and the ability to manage a varied and busy workload.

With excellent organisational skills and time management, you will have knowledge and understanding of key HR functions and UK Employment Law.

You will be asked to submit a CV and then those selected to move to the next stage will be asked to submit a supporting document alongside their application.

We appreciate that some candidates may find other means of communicating their skills and experience more suitable to them, so accept the following supporting document formats:

• 2-page cover letter
• No more than a 5-minute long video (either sent as an mp4 attachment or a link to an unlisted YouTube video)
• A poem no longer than 2 pages

About the Organisation

The charity offers specialist support and therapeutic services to children, young people, and their families who have experienced child sexual abuse. They believe in creative evidence-based support services led by the voices of young people and their families. The specialist services are designed to grow connection and community with families who have experienced sexual abuse. The services have a creative arts focus because they believe in the transformative power of creativity in helping families to rebuild their lives after abuse experiences. Research guides everything the team does, it helps everyone to understand the service, develop best practice nationally in the sector and is a platform for amplifying survivors voices. 

Benefits include:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. We currently award the Christmas – New Year period off to staff (not deducted from allowance)
• Generous leave allowances (sickness, maternity, etc.)
• Flexible employer
• Whole-organisation Professional Development Fund and Policy to help your CPD
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Fantastic, kind, and hardworking team

The organisation is committed to providing equal opportunities for all, irrespective of age, disability, race, sex, religion/belief, sexuality, gender identity, marital/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and working patterns. Therefore, are particularly keen to hear from candidates living with a disability, and those from the global majority.

You may also have experience in areas such as HR, Human Resources, People, Personnel, HR Officer, Human Resources Officer, People Officer, Personnel Officer, HR Administrator, Human Resources Administrator, People Administrator, Personnel Administrator, Operations, Operations Administrator, Operations Officer, People and Culture, People and Culture Officer.

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

Work & Wellbeing Team Leader

Permanent, Full Time

Barnsley

Starting Salary of £34,391 per annum + Benefits

We have an exciting opportunity for a new Team Leader to work within our Work and Wellbeing team in Barnsley.

The successful candidate will lead our Individual Placement & Support employment team in Barnsley.

For our perfect candidate we are offering a flexible role, working in a caring and friendly team, with a great package of benefits.

More about the role:

The Team Leader will report to the Head of Work & Wellbeing, and lead a small team of Employment Specialists. The focus of the role is to:

• Lead a team to successfully deliver IPS employment support within South Yorkshire
• Lead a highly effective team of Employment Specialists to provide positive and sustained employment outcomes for our customers in line with their job preferences
• Deliver a high-quality service in line with the IPS
• Provide effective operational oversight to the team
• Work collaboratively with partners, employers and other stakeholders to enhance service delivery and achieve better outcomes for our customers

Who you are:

Our new Team Leader will be performance driven with a commitment to quality and high standards.

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Excellent understanding of employment support.
• The ability to drive improvement through focused performance management.
• Ability to lead, motivate and inspire others.
• Ability to build relationships with a wide range of people and stakeholders.
• A non-judgemental approach with a genuine belief that people with a health condition or experiencing disadvantage can find paid employment.
• A positive mindset, able to handle setbacks and challenges, and a commitment to working in a strengths-based way.
• Be willing to work across South Yorkshire as required.

Our wider benefits:

• Starting salary 4D £34,391
• Generous holiday entitlement – 27 days annual leave, statutory bank holidays plus an additional 4 SYHA days, pro rata.
• Pension contribution
• Excellent flexible working options including Flexi Time, Condensed Hours, Part Time, and Job Share.
• SYHA Rewards - employee discount scheme, which offers cash back and shopping discounts. Plus advice and resources on healthy eating, financial wellbeing, exercise and mastering your mental health
• Westfield Health (employer paid)
• Counselling
• Discounted Gym membership
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to a wide range of programmes to train and develop you.

Who we are:

At South Yorkshire Housing Association, our purpose is for our customers to settle at home, live well and realise their potential.

Feeling settled and living well means different things to the people and families that live across South Yorkshire. So, we work with people in different ways – from our extra-care housing, to providing services and opportunities that individuals can access in their home, workplace and community, to creating houses for affordable rent.

Our employees enable us to create the best services, support, and experiences for our customers. We believe that difference makes us better, and that our services are made stronger by having a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Please note that we may remove this advert prior to the advertised date, dependent on the level of response received. Please apply at your earliest convenience.

At SYHA, we value the incredible contribution and talent that people with disabilities can and do bring to our workplace and we are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. As part of our commitments, we will ensure that disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview.

To be considered under the scheme, disabled applicants must disclose their disability (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) on the Equal Opportunities section of the job application.

Closing Date: Sunday 17 November at midnight

Interview Date: Friday 22 November, in person, in Sheffield

Full time, permanent

About us

Practical Action is a change making organisation that works in unconventional ways. We put ingenious ideas to work so people in poverty can change their world.

We do things differently, so answers that start small can grow big – bringing people together in bold collaborations, using innovation and knowledge to build futures free from poverty and help shape a world that works better for everyone.

About the role

We are looking for a dynamic and proactive Global Learning and Development (L&D) Coordinator to join our vibrant, international team. In this exciting role, you will play a key part in shaping the learning journey for our employees across the globe, ensuring they have the tools, resources, and training needed to thrive in an ever-evolving world. You’ll have the opportunity to coordinate cutting-edge training programs, manage state-of-the-art digital learning platforms, and help drive the implementation of innovative L&D strategies that impact employees from different cultures and regions.

About you

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for learning and a talent for digital technology to make a real difference. If you're detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced, global environment, and are excited about contributing to a culture of continuous development, then this is the role for you! You’ll collaborate with colleagues around the world, tackle diverse challenges, and help shape the future of learning and growth within our organisation.

Accountabilities

Training Coordination:

• Schedule, coordinate, and manage all internal and external training sessions.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, external trainers, and venues to ensure smooth delivery of learning programs. In the room and virtual rooms
• Maintain and update training event calendars and records.

Digital Learning Management:

• Administer and manage digital learning platforms (e.g., LMS - Learning Management System), ensuring content is up-to-date and accessible.
• Troubleshoot issues related to digital learning tools, ensuring a seamless user experience.
• Support the creation and curation of digital learning content, including e-learning modules, videos, webinars, and virtual training sessions.

Learning Analytics & Reporting:

• Monitor and track learning and development progress using data analytics tools, providing regular reports on key metrics (e.g., participation, completion rates, learner feedback).
• Analyse learning data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement in training programs.

Employee Development Support:

• Serve as a point of contact for employee learning and development queries.
• Provide guidance on learning paths and career development opportunities based on employee and organisational needs.
• Assist in the design and delivery of personal and professional development initiatives.

Digital Skills Development:

• Assist in the development and delivery of digital skills training, supporting employees in improving their proficiency in digital tools and software.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to identify areas where additional digital skills training is required.
• Support the L&D Manager in managing the L&D budget, tracking expenditures and processing invoices.

Learning and Development Projects:

• Support the implementation of new learning initiatives and programs, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Participate in cross-functional projects that contribute to a culture of continuous learning.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience

Essential:

• Proven experience in a learning and development coordination role or a similar administrative position.
• Strong proficiency in digital tools and platforms, including Learning Management Systems (LMS), e-learning tools (e.g., Articulate, Adobe Captivate, Canva, Synthesis), and other digital collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom).
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with diverse stakeholders across the organisation.
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and data.
• Ability to analyse data and present actionable insights.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI) to generate L&D reports.
• Experience in developing and delivering training.
• CIPD qualification in Learning and Development or equivalent
• Skills, Abilities and Competences

Collaboration and Teamwork:

• Skilled in working within a global team, fostering collaboration across departments and regions.
• Ability to facilitate virtual teams and work with colleagues and partners globally in different time zones

Cultural Sensitivity and Inclusion:

• Strong competency in promoting inclusivity and ensuring training materials and delivery methods are culturally sensitive and accessible to all learners.

Organisational Agility:

• Ability to navigate and thrive within a fast-paced, global organisation, responding quickly to changing business needs and priorities.

Innovation in Learning Design:

• Ability to introduce innovative approaches to learning, such as incorporating mobile learning, social learning platforms, or AI-driven personalised learning pathways.

Attention to Detail:

• Ensuring accuracy and high standards in managing training records, tracking certifications, and preparing training-related reports.

Global Mindset:

• Understanding of global business environment, with sensitivity to cultural differences and regional learning needs.
• Ability to adapt learning products to the cultural context locally

Problem-Solving:

• Strong problem-solving ability to handle challenges such as differing regulatory requirements, regional variances in skills development, and access to learning platforms.

Time Management:

• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritising tasks and coordinating global projects that involve multiple stakeholders and time zones.

Continuous Improvement Focus:

• Passion for continuous learning and staying updated on global L&D best practices, tools, and emerging technologies.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Why join us?

The opportunity to work for an organisation that is making a positive difference to the lives of people worldwide, a friendly and supportive culture, and working with values-driven and highly engaged colleagues are just some of the reasons we think Practical Action is a great place to work.

This will be a global role based either in the UK or in one of our country offices in Kenya, Rwanda, Senegal, Zimbabwe, Peru, Boliva, Nepal or Bangladesh.  The final salary and benefits for this role is dependent on the country of base and job market conditions.

The successful applicant must have the pre-existing right to both live and work in the country from which they will be based.  They must be in a commutable distance from one of our global offices, as the successful candidate would be expected to attend the office on regular occasions.

Additional information

Practical Action believes that having a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture based on respect will enable us to be an effective organisation. We seek to create an inclusive workplace in which people are accepted as individuals, regardless of their differences and where they feel their contribution is valued.  Practical Action is an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage applications from under-represented groups.

We stay committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse working environment and believe that people from different backgrounds or cultures give us different perspectives, and the more perspectives we have, the more successful we will be. By building a culture where everyone feels heard, respected, and valued we give everyone working with us the opportunity to achieve their full potential.

Practical Action is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults and as such candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal checks and terrorist financing.

Closing date for applications: 17th November 2024.  Please note that should we recruit a suitable candidate before the closing date, we will close applications earlier than the specified date.

Interviews: It is anticipated that interviews will take place in the week commencing 25th November 2024.

If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.

HOW TO APPLY

If you want to work for a charity with significant people ambitions, then we would like to hear from you. For more information, please visit our careers page. 

To apply please submit a copy of your CV (A4 No more than 2 pages) and send us a supporting statement that addresses person specification, Skills, Abilities and Competencies listed, and please make this no more than 2 A4 pages.

The New Economics Foundation (NEF), one of the UK’s leading progressive think tanks, is looking for an experienced strategic leader to help oversee its finance, operations and governance.

In recent years, NEF has worked hard to stabilise our finances, improve our systems, and promote an inclusive and productive workplace. We have a solid base to build from – whether it’s the long lease on our premises on Albert Embankment or several long-term programmes of work – and are looking for a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to help us to implement a new strategy and organisational structure, improve our business model and diversify our income, support excellent financial and operational support, and deliver excellent project management and resourcing. Given that our current COO leaves us in mid-December and that the role itself may change over the long-term, we are looking for a COO to join us on a 12 month fixed-term contract beginning in January 2025.

NEF offers generous terms and conditions, including a salary in the range of £78-87k per annum for a 32-hour working week that can be worked flexibly. Most colleagues work two days a week (usually Tuesdays and Wednesdays) in our office in central London, but that can be adjusted up or down depending on preferences. We offer 25 days leave, which increases the longer you are with us, a progressive pension/long term savings scheme and a host of other useful benefits.

A note from the CEO

I applied to join NEF because it is one of the UK’s largest and most-respected progressive think tanks, with a nearly 40 years track record of producing radical ideas and influencing policymaking to deliver a more just and sustainable world. From global debt justice to retrofitting homes, from the Happy Planet Index to campaigning for a 4-day working week, from promoting local economic development to championing the Green New Deal, NEF has been arguing for an economics as if people and planet mattered. 

 Since starting at NEF in January 2024, I have been impressed by the quality of our work and people, the influence we have on policymakers and opinion-formers, and the respect we are held in. That said, from climate change to rising inequality, the challenges the world faces are immense. We are finalising a strategy refresh that focuses on the areas where we think NEF can make the greatest difference.

 I believe this is an excellent time to join the think tank sector. The world needs radical new ideas and workable solutions. I have found NEF to be excellent place to work, full of bright and passionate people, who are equally good at influencing the Westminster policy agenda as they are building power in communities across the country.

 If this is a challenge that excites you, please do let us know!

 I look forward to hearing from you,

 Danny Sriskandarajah

CEO, New Economics Foundation

NEF wants to be an inclusive workplace with a diverse body of staff. We don’t want to conform to the traditional think-tank model where people from certain backgrounds are hugely under-represented. We know we have some way to go in this and are therefore genuinely keen to receive applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic people; women; neurodivergent people; disabled people; people who identify as LGBT+; people with experience of mental health problems; and people who identify as working class or have done so in the past.

If you are disabled and have the essential skills and experience to do the job we will invite you to an interview. If you need information in a different format please let us know.

We will make use of positive action to select between candidates of equal merit as a way to address under-representation in our workforce.

As we are looking for someone to start in January 2025, we will be conducting this recruitment on a rolling basis and will close it when we have a found a suitable candidate, so please apply as soon as possible. We expect the first round of interviews to be 27/28th November.

 Staff are expected to spend two days a week in our central London office, but we will explore different arrangements with individuals where this is helpful to support making reasonable adjustments for those with protected characteristics and/or caring responsibilities.

You must be eligible to work in the UK, we are unable to sponsor visas.

To apply and for more information, please visit our website.

Please also complete the Equality and Diversity monitoring form.

My Client - A well known Charity based in London, is on the look out for a part-time Finance Officer to come in and assist the Financial Controller whilst the current incumbent is off long-term!

The Role:

Reports to Financial Controller

0.5 FTE (2.5 days per week - flexible on when these hours are worked, i.e. can be 2 whole days + a half day or 5 x half days etc)

They are a hybrid workplace with mandatory 2 days in the office per week

1. weekly income reconciliation - reconciling donor CRM/donation system to bank account and reports from various donor income streams (direct debit, just giving etc) - up to 1 day per week initially
2. invoice review and processing - 0.5 day per week initially
3. preparing weekly payment runs, reporting out to budget holders on what has been paid each week
4. supporting with other finance tasks as needed (e.g. supporting FC with prep work for gift aid claims, bank reconciliations etc)

If this sounds like the role for you, please apply as soon as possible as applications are under constant review and the role can close at any point!

In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.

Title: Retail Assistant
Salary: £13,235.04 pro rata, per annum
Hours/Contract: 21 hours per week, Permanent, Part time
Based: Sheffield Marie Curie
Closing date: We are reviewing applications as soon as they are received. We advise you APPLY NOW if you are interested.
Interview date: TBC

Key responsibilities include maximizing sales by maintaining high standards of display and layout in the shop and shop windows, ensuring that stock density is maintained, regular rotation of stock is carried out and that maximum realistic prices are obtained on donated items, in accordance with charity guidelines, as well as Bought in Goods.
Gift aid is a vital source of income from donated goods and you should ensure that this is maximized when dealing with customers and donors, ensuring that excellent customer service is provided at all times. You should also ensure that high standards of cleanliness are maintained throughout the shop including the sales floor, stock processing area, offices and communal areas.

Marie Curie Benefits Package:
- Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
- Defined contribution schemes for Pension
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
- Introduce a friend scheme
- Help with childcare cost (TC apply)
- Entitled under Marie Curie Blue Light Card
- Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme
- Life assurance - for all employees
- Eye care - (under Display Screen Equipment (DSE) regulations, Marie Curie will pay towards sight tests if you use computer screens and other displays as part of your job)

What's in it for you:
- Annual leave allowance - England and Wales = 25 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
- Competitive Policy for parental/sick leave
- Continuous Professional Development - (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development)
- Industry leading training programmes
- Flexible Working
- Free DBS

What we are looking for:
- Sales & Stock Generation. Where you'll get to be creative, always looking for opportunities to attract new customers/supporters every day
- Management of Staff and Volunteers. You'll get to work with some amazing people. Taking the lead in recruiting, training, managing and supporting volunteers to ensure the effective operation of the shop. Taking full responsibility of the effective management of the shop in the absence of the Store manager
- Administration. You will ensure all financial reporting and management, cash handling, daily banking and security procedures are followed
- Promotion. Of the overall harmony of the shop team, ensuring that everyone involved is kept informed of relevant information and developments including those concerning the work of Marie Curie

You'll be part of a friendly, passionate team with a manager who supports you and your career development.
And best of all, the work you do every day will make a real difference in people's lives

To apply, please send us your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie

For more information or an informal chat please contact James Lees by email at [email protected]
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work.  We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one. 

We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity.

This role will be subject to receiving a satisfactory basic disclosure check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.

A new Labour Government has been elected with a mandate to deliver key policies to improve the UK’s environment and climate – from transitioning our energy system to one based on renewables and improving the energy efficiency of our homes and business; to improving our biodiversity and protecting our nature; cleaning up our rivers and beaches, and making our farming more sustainable. 

Labour’s Environment Campaign – SERA is the Labour Party’s affiliated environment campaign. We helped to provide the evidence and political will to develop many of these policies in Opposition and campaigned to elect a record number of Labour MPs to help deliver these policies in Government. Supporting environment and climate policies for the Welsh and Scottish Labour Parties ahead of the 2026 elections in each nation is also a key priority for us. 

We are a membership organisation, and the Labour Party members who subscribe to Labour’s Environment Campaign - SERA are our backbone. We also work with Labour politicians at all levels, trade unions, other Labour Socialist Society affiliates, NGOs, think tanks, and civil society organisations.

We are looking for someone with the experience to lead Labour’s Environment Campaign - SERA through its next phase of development, cementing its influence within the Labour movement on climate and nature matters. 

The successful candidate will have:

Essential

• Commitment to the policies, values, principles and objectives of the Labour Party and the wider labour movement, particularly trade unions and Socialist Societies, and to environmental and social justice.

• Experience of leading or senior management in an advocacy, campaigning or policy organisation

• Demonstrable knowledge of the political conditions in which the organisation operates, and a high level of political judgement.

• Excellent networking, advocacy and influencing skills.

• Experience in fundraising, income generation and financial management.

• Experience in staff management and leadership and the ability to enthuse and motivate. 

• Strong communication skills including the ability to represent the organisation effectively in public forums and the media.

Desirable

• A strong knowledge and understanding of current political and public policy issues and debates around climate and the environment.

• Understanding of the Labour Party and the labour movement and relationships with key figures within both.

• Ability to build excellent relationships with the environmental sector,  business and the media.

• Understanding and knowledge of the administrative, financial and legislative requirements of managing a political organisation.

• Experience working in a membership organisation.

This crucial role is part of the growing team we are recruiting to deliver on our policy and campaigning priorities.

Title: Retail Assistant
Salary: £12.12 per hour
Hours/Contract: Permanent, As and when
Based: Sheffield Marie Curie
Closing date: We are reviewing applications as soon as they are received. We advise you APPLY NOW if you are interested.
Interview date: TBC

Key responsibilities include maximizing sales by maintaining high standards of display and layout in the shop and shop windows, ensuring that stock density is maintained, regular rotation of stock is carried out and that maximum realistic prices are obtained on donated items, in accordance with charity guidelines, as well as Bought in Goods.
Gift aid is a vital source of income from donated goods and you should ensure that this is maximized when dealing with customers and donors, ensuring that excellent customer service is provided at all times. You should also ensure that high standards of cleanliness are maintained throughout the shop including the sales floor, stock processing area, offices and communal areas.

Marie Curie Benefits Package:
- Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
- Defined contribution schemes for Pension
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
- Introduce a friend scheme
- Help with childcare cost (TC apply)
- Entitled under Marie Curie Blue Light Card
- Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme
- Life assurance - for all employees
- Eye care - (under Display Screen Equipment (DSE) regulations, Marie Curie will pay towards sight tests if you use computer screens and other displays as part of your job)

What's in it for you:
- Annual leave allowance- England and Wales = 25 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
- Competitive Policy for parental/sick leave
- Continuous Professional Development - (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development)
- Industry leading training programmes
- Flexible Working
- Free DBS

What we are looking for:
- Sales & Stock Generation. Where you'll get to be creative, always looking for opportunities to attract new customers/supporters every day
- Promotion. Of the overall harmony of the shop team, ensuring that everyone involved is kept informed of relevant information and developments including those concerning the work of Marie Curie
- Management of Staff and Volunteers. You'll get to work with some amazing people. Taking the lead in recruiting, training, managing and supporting volunteers to ensure the effective operation of the shop. Taking full responsibility of the effective management of the shop in the absence of the Store manager
- Administration. You will ensure all financial reporting and management, cash handling, daily banking and security procedures are followed

You'll be part of a friendly, passionate team with a manager who supports you and your career development.
And best of all, the work you do every day will make a real difference in people's lives
To apply, please send us your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie

For more information or an informal chat please contact James Lees by email at [email protected]
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work.  We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one. 
We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity.

We're committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process.
This role will be subject to receiving a satisfactory basic disclosure check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.

Are you interested in working for a charity that makes a real difference to the lives of vulnerable adults? 

We are currently recruiting for one full time role (37.5 hours per week) and one part time role (18.75 hours per week).

About the role

Housing Led is a St Mungo’s service that provides independent tenancies and intensive personalised support to clients. By adopting a flexible, creative and personalised approach, Housing Led aims to support individuals to manage their tenancies in the community and improve their quality of life.

Unlike traditional pathways into homelessness accommodation, emphasis is placed on providing the accommodation first and then delivering a person-centred support package.

Housing Led workers are responsible for the day-to-day delivery of the service; managing a small caseload of clients with the overall goal of working with them to sustain a new tenancy and support their recovery. Housing Led workers support clients to identify and prepare for move on to graduate from the service within 2-3 years.

In this role you will;

• Work within a dedicated and passionate team to support the recovery of those experiencing and at risk of homelessness.
• Triage referrals to the service and assess clients’ needs
• Manage a case load of clients across a geographical area, agreeing on-going client centred support planning objectives
• Support access to relevant resources and agencies internally and externally

About you

As the successful candidate, you will be;

• Passionate about supporting people with multiple and complex needs.
• Understanding of the needs and obstacles faced by those experiencing homelessness
• Flexible, proactive, compassionate and reliable

Above all we are looking for inspirational, committed individuals who have a genuine desire to support people to transform their lives.

St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.

How to Apply

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.

Closing date: 10am on 18 November 2024

Interview and assessments on: TBC

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
• Great Pay and Other Benefits

Children's Rights Advocacy Worker

Barnardo's: Your Rights, Your Voice is an umbrella service that manages a portfolio of Children's Rights and Advocacy contracts. 

Barnardo's is commissioned locally to provide a visiting Children's Rights and Advocacy Service to children and young people being held at Barton Moss SCC.  In addition, Barnardo's is commissioned by the MoJ to provide a service to the wider secure estate: all Secure Training Centres (STC's) and Young Offender Institutions (YOI's) across England and Wales.

Our service objective is to provide knowledge on Children's Rights, independent advice, support and advocacy services to children and young people in accordance with the aims and objectives of Barnardo's: Your Rights, Your Voice (Secure Estate), the Children Act (1989, 2004), United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and the National Advocacy Standards (DOH, 2002).

In addition, to work as part of a team to deliver an effective and efficient service which empowers children and young people detained within a secure setting to have a voice, access available services and entitlements.  Also to ensure their rights are being met in relation to issues relating to their welfare, care and treatment.

Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements.

Although this contract has a permanent status, please be aware that this post is subject to funding currently to 31 March 2025 and therefore should this funding not be extended further, you may be subject to a redundancy consultation or a TUPE arrangement. This contract is due to expire on 31 March 2025.

When completing your application please refer to your skills knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification, Job Description and Additional Information document (if applicable). This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described.

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.

Pay & Reward Framework

We know that our colleagues go above and beyond in delivering our vital work, driven by their passion and commitment to Barnardo's values.  We also know that we can only realise our ambitions and achieve better outcomes for more children, thanks to the talent, hard work and creativity of our people. 

For all these reasons, we are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, to ensure it is fair, attractive and progressive, which was rolled out in April 2023. This is a positive change for the charity, and a part of our People & Culture Strategy. It will assist us in supporting colleagues to belong, thrive and grow in their colleague journey at Barnardo's and in time will offer clear routes of progression for colleagues in both their career and their pay. 

Whilst the full pay band and salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint between the minimum to mid-point of the pay band – this ensures that pay steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours.  More details on Barnardo's pay framework can be found upon application.