We are the only environmental charity working across the entire length of the River Severn. Our work is bold, ambitious, and rooted in science and community action. From urban streams to remote upland headwaters, we are tackling the biggest challenges facing our rivers through restoration, education, and collaboration.
Your Role
As Senior River Engagement Officer, you’ll take a leading role in our Community Engagement team – designing and delivering creative programmes that connect people with rivers and inspire action for nature. You’ll manage and mentor a growing team, develop exciting new projects, and secure funding to make them happen.
Working in one of our operational catchments, you’ll build partnerships with schools, businesses, and communities, while delivering hands-on engagement activities – from citizen science and volunteering to wellbeing initiatives and outdoor learning. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of community engagement at Severn Rivers Trust.
What you will do
- Lead ambitious engagement programmes– from school learning and family events to volunteering and river health monitoring.
- Manage and mentor River Engagement Officers and freelancers, fostering an inclusive and supportive team culture.
- Develop new projects and secure funding, turning bold ideas into real-world impact.
- Champion nature-based solutions and river wellbeing, helping communities understand how rivers support climate resilience and biodiversity.
- Build partnerships across sectors, working with schools, businesses, and community groups to create shared benefits for rivers and people.
- Act as the local lead for your catchment, delivering engagement that reflects local priorities and inspires action.
Who We Are Looking For
This is a senior role requiring proven experience in community engagement and project management. You’ll need:
- A strong passion for rivers, wildlife, and nature conservation.
- Experience leading engagement programmes such as citizen science, volunteering, education, or wellbeing initiatives.
- Confidence in managing and mentoring staff or volunteers.
- Excellent communication skills – able to engage, inspire, and influence a wide range of audiences.
- Strong project management skills, including planning, delivery, and monitoring of multi-strand programmes.
- Ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively across sectors.
- Willingness to travel regularly within your catchment and work occasional evenings/weekends.
Please note: We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and will invite strong candidates to interview. We aim to appoint by April for a May–June 2026 start. The vacancy will close once the post is filled.
This is a great opportunity to make a genuine difference, where you will be responsible for leading an engaged and motivated team to change lives and deliver person-centred outcomes for every person we support. You will also take the lead by driving performance, setting the pace and direction within services, promoting a positive and passionate culture, and ensuring that services are appropriately and effectively resourced to change lives for the better.
Naturally it is important too that you share our company values - We Include; We Deliver; We Aspire; We Respect; We Enable, which are at the heart of everything we do and ensure that we deliver high quality, consistent care and support. People's values are important to use, so we look for people with:
- Patience- Empathy, compassion and sensitivity to others
- A strong work ethic- Reliability- Honesty
- Determination- A problem solver- Resilience
If you have read this advert and feel like it’s exactly the role and organisation you’re looking for, please click 'Apply' to take you through to our short application form.
If you are interested in learning more about the role before submitting your application, please feel free to contact scotlandjobs@c-i-c.co.uk
A Place I belong
Here at Community Integrated Care we aim to be a warm, welcoming and inclusive employer, where all colleagues feel they belong. We want to an organisation that is truly fair and equal to all – where individual diversity is valued, unique characteristics celebrated and everyone feels able to bring their true selves to work.
By encouraging and embracing a range of diverse backgrounds, experiences, capabilities and viewpoints, we will build a stronger, richer, more vibrant workforce, which reflects the people we support, and the communities in which we work. It helps us make better decisions, bring fresh ideas and become a true provider and employer of choice.
We have a really clear plan to achieve this called A Place I Belong. This publicly sets out the promises we’ve made to achieving this vision and how we will hold ourselves to account to getting there. You can read more about this by clicking here.
We wish you the very best of luck in your application to joining our charity. Should you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please feel free to contact recruitment@c-i-c.co.uk
Community Integrated Care is an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer.
SA669 - Golf Instructor
Job Code:
SA669
Post:
Golf Instructor
Location:
Various
Position available:
Flexible
Duration:
Permanent
Salary:
£12.60-£15.07 per hour
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
If you have any specific questions about the role, please contact Graham Dutton at GDutton@sportaberdeen.co.uk.
How to apply:
Click Here for an Application Form
Click Here for an Equal Opportunities and Criminal Convictions Form
Please note that BOTH the application and Equal Opportunities and Criminal Convictions forms MUST be submitted for your application to be considered.
We're on the lookout for passionate volunteers to join us at one of our events. As a volunteer on the day you’ll be part of an amazing atmosphere and will support Mencap to make change through raising funds or engaging with your local community.
The 2026 London Landmarks Half Marathon is on April 12th, and we need volunteers to join us from 10am - 2pm to help cheer on our 40 incredible runners! You will see them run past twice at our cheer point near Chancery Lane, giving you the chance to give them a massive cheer to boost and support them on their way. Every runner will be allocated a starting wave between 9:20am and 10:40am so please be on time to the cheer point so see as many runners as possible! You will be given a pink t shirt and cheering materials on the day to make a huge wave of noise to support #TeamMencap.
What will I be doing? You will be volunteering at Mencap's cheer point near Chancery Lane on April 12th. This might include:
- Cheering our runners
- Waving flags
- Making lots of noise with clappers and whistles
- Giving out high fives
- Thanking people for running and raising money for Mencap
Our events are vital to Mencap, bringing people together to share experiences, launch programmes and celebrate successes! They also often help to raise funds for our services, such as the Learning Disability Helpline, advocacy services, and national campaigns such as "Homes Not Hospitals".
We hold lots of events throughout the year, including bike rides and runs from 10km all the way up to Marathons. We also do art showings, bucket collections, garden parties, Christmas wrapping sessions, and lots more!
We couldn't run these events without the support of volunteers, so by giving a few hours of your time you can help us to host events, raise vital funds to support Mencap's work and support people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.
You'll be part of a diverse and inclusive team alongside volunteers with and without a learning disability. You will represent Mencap and help to promote our work and raise awareness for people with a learning disability at iconic events across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
As a Mencap Volunteer you will be:
- Friendly and Approachable
- Reliable, Kind and Patient
- A good communicator (including listener)
- Willing to volunteer within guidelines and to take direction where necessary
- Accepting of others who might be different to yourself
- Ready to be loud, cheer, and give high fives!
As a Mencap volunteer you will:
- Make new friends
- Receive agreed out of pocket expenses in line with our policy e.g. travel
- Receive a full volunteer briefing and training on the day
- Volunteer alongside our experienced
- Have a chance to give back your local community
About Mencap Mencap is the leading learning disability charity in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We work with people with a learning disability and their families to challenge prejudice and change laws, and we directly support thousands of people to live their lives as they choose.
We have an ambitious vision for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.<...
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our Larkfield Leisure Centre team on a full time basis. Hours will be on a rota basis and will include weekdays and weekends, day shifts and evenings.
As a Recreation Assistant, you are responsible for supervising and ensuring the safety of our swimmers and delivering an excellent customer experience. This will include inspecting facilities for cleanliness, complete general pool cleaning and maintenance duties at regular points throughout your shift. You will also be required to ensure swimmers follow safe swimming practice, enforce and adhere to pool rules and regulations.
Candidates should ideally hold a current NPLQ or have the ability to pass the qualification. Training for this can be provided for the right candidate.
You will be customer focused and able to communicate effectively with a wide variety of users. You may also be required to provide coaching and teaching services to customers.
Exercise Referral Advisor (Fixed term contract)
The Quays Swimming & Diving Complex
Post Title: Exercise Referral Advisor
Location: BH Live Active – Southampton Sites
Salary for 20 hours per week: £13,659.50 per annum
Hours: 20 per week
Contract Type: Fixed Term contract - maternity leave cover
Expected end date: March 2027 or return of substantive post holder, whichever is sooner
The role:
We are recruiting for a part time Exercise Referral Advisor to join our team at BH Live Active, working across three sites in Southampton.
BH Live operates leisure facilities across this vibrant and lively port city in partnership with Southampton City Council. In line with the council’s ‘We Can Be Active’ strategy, we provide excellent leisure facilities and hundreds of activities for all ages and abilities to inspire and support more communities to be active.
The role will involve offering a personalised exercise and lifestyle programme for customers referred onto the programme by medical professionals.
You will work across The Quays Swimming and Diving Complex, Bitterne Leisure Centre and Chamberlayne Leisure Centre.
A level 3 Exercise Referral qualification is essential, and experience in the field is desirable.
You will:
- Assist with the implementation of the Health and Fitness Programme provided for exercise referral patients at the nominated sites.
- Undertake 'Welcome Sessions' for new referral patients and provide follow-up one-to-one informal support.
- Carry out individual fitness testing and assessments for patients, as per the procedures and guidelines set out by the Health and Wellbeing Manager.
- Ensure the correct interpretation of the fitness tests and assessments, formulating safe and appropriate physical activity recommendations for each individual.
- Correctly identify situations where an individual’s safe exercise participation needs to be cleared by the Health and Wellbeing Manager or the programme’s GP.
- Assist with the administration of the programme as required.
- Attend and contribute to any relevant meetings as may be required including staff training.
- Assist with the continued promotion of the programmes as directed by the Health and Wellbeing Manager.
- Adopt the Centre’s Customer Care Policy and as such, assist and advise all customers in a polite and friendly manner to make their visit an enjoyable experience and thus ensure repeat visits.
To be successful you will need:
- Empathy
- Excellent customer service skills
- Good organisational skills
- A desire to make a positive change to someone’s physical and emotional wellbeing
- A level 3 Exercise Referral Qualification
Please click here to view the full job description.
We offer:
- Onsite parking
- Training and development opportunities
- BH Live Active - Gym membership
- Health cash plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Company pension matched up to 6% contributions
- Colleague discount on food and drink
- Colleague recognition
- Birthday / Celebratory day off
- Loyalty Rewards
About BH Live:
We are one of the UK’s leading leisure and event venue operators – a registered charity and social enterprise.
Our geographical reach spans across multiple venues, leisure centres and attractions across Portsmouth, Southampton, Croydon and the BCP region with millions of visits per year.
Our organisational and charitable purpose is to generate:
- More participation – through the provision of leisure facilities to encourage active communities, improved health, and wellbeing
- Higher audiences – through the provision of a diverse range of cultural and artistic events that appeal to a wide audience
- Greater economic and social benefit – through hosting major conferences, exhibitions, and events for the benefit of the local, regional, and international economies and people ...
Exercise Referral Advisor
The Quays Swimming & Diving Complex
Post Title: Exercise Referral Advisor
Location: BH Live Active – Southampton Sites
Salary for 20 hours per week: £13,659.50 per annum
Hours: 20 per week
Contract Type: Permanent
The role:
We are recruiting for a part time Exercise Referral Advisor to join our team at BH Live Active, working across three sites in Southampton.
BH Live operates leisure facilities across this vibrant and lively port city in partnership with Southampton City Council. In line with the council’s ‘We Can Be Active’ strategy, we provide excellent leisure facilities and hundreds of activities for all ages and abilities to inspire and support more communities to be active.
The role will involve offering a personalised exercise and lifestyle programme for customers referred onto the programme by medical professionals.
You will work across The Quays Swimming and Diving Complex, Bitterne Leisure Centre and Chamberlayne Leisure Centre.
A level 3 Exercise Referral qualification is essential, and experience in the field is desirable.
You will:
- Assist with the implementation of the Health and Fitness Programme provided for exercise referral patients at the nominated sites.
- Undertake 'Welcome Sessions' for new referral patients and provide follow-up one-to-one informal support.
- Carry out individual fitness testing and assessments for patients, as per the procedures and guidelines set out by the Health and Wellbeing Manager.
- Ensure the correct interpretation of the fitness tests and assessments, formulating safe and appropriate physical activity recommendations for each individual.
- Correctly identify situations where an individual’s safe exercise participation needs to be cleared by the Health and Wellbeing Manager or the programme’s GP.
- Assist with the administration of the programme as required.
- Attend and contribute to any relevant meetings as may be required including staff training.
- Assist with the continued promotion of the programmes as directed by the Health and Wellbeing Manager.
- Adopt the Centre’s Customer Care Policy and as such, assist and advise all customers in a polite and friendly manner to make their visit an enjoyable experience and thus ensure repeat visits.
To be successful you will need:
- Empathy
- Excellent customer service skills
- Good organisational skills
- A desire to make a positive change to someone’s physical and emotional wellbeing
- A level 3 Exercise Referral Qualification
Please click here to view the full job description.
We offer:
- Onsite parking
- Training and development opportunities
- BH Live Active - Gym membership
- Health cash plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Company pension matched up to 6% contributions
- Colleague discount on food and drink
- Colleague recognition
- Birthday / Celebratory day off
- Loyalty Rewards
About BH Live:
We are one of the UK’s leading leisure and event venue operators – a registered charity and social enterprise.
Our geographical reach spans across multiple venues, leisure centres and attractions across Portsmouth, Southampton, Croydon and the BCP region with millions of visits per year.
Our organisational and charitable purpose is to generate:
- More participation – through the provision of leisure facilities to encourage active communities, improved health, and wellbeing
- Higher audiences – through the provision of a diverse range of cultural and artistic events that appeal to a wide audience
- Greater economic and social benefit – through hosting major conferences, exhibitions, and events for the benefit of the local, regional, and international economies and people
We are making a positive difference across the communities we serve.
To apply:
All app...
Business Process Mapping Intern
This Business Process Mapping Intern provides a fantastic learning opportunity in the areas of process improvement, stakeholder collaboration, and documentation.
This is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience with improving how things work in a finance team. This role provides a hands-on experience in process mapping, project management, and process improvement within a finance and accounting environment. It’s ideal for candidates looking to develop practical skills in business analysis and interested in understanding how businesses run and making them more efficient.
This is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience with improving how things work in a finance team. This role provides a hands-on experience in process mapping, project management, and process improvement within a finance and accounting environment. It’s ideal for candidates looking to develop practical skills in business analysis and interested in understanding how businesses run and making them more efficient.
Key Responsibilities
• Mapping Processes:
- Look at how things are done in the accounting department and create step-by-step visual maps to show the current processes. These will help others understand how things work and can be used for training and reviews.
- Know or learn to use tools like flowchart software or SharePoint to create comprehensive process diagrams for documentation, training, and internal audits.
• Improving Processes:
- Figure out what’s slowing things down or causing mistakes in the way things are done. Then, come up with ideas to make the work faster, easier, or more accurate.
- Conduct tests or simulations to evaluate the effectiveness of proposed changes.
• Organising Files:
- Design and implement a new standardized file structure in SharePoint, based on insights gained from process analysis.
- Ensure the new structure improves accessibility, consistency, and file-sharing capabilities across the finance team. Provide guidelines and training materials for end users to adopt the new system effectively.
• Planning Projects:
- Create timelines and project plans that show what needs to happen, who needs to do it, and when it should be done.
- Monitor progress, identify milestones, and adjust timelines as necessary to ensure timely project delivery.
• Working with Others:
- Talk to people from different teams to understand what they need, get their feedback on ideas, and make sure solutions work well for everyone.
• Keeping Records Updated:
- Keep detailed notes about any changes to processes and make sure everyone knows about these updates.
• Sharing Your Work:
- Create reports and presentations to show senior managers what has been found, what changes are being suggested, and why those changes will help.
- Look at how things are done in the accounting department and create step-by-step visual maps to show the current processes. These will help others understand how things work and can be used for training and reviews.
- Know or learn to use tools like flowchart software or SharePoint to create comprehensive process diagrams for documentation, training, and internal audits.
• Improving Processes:
- Figure out what’s slowing things down or causing mistakes in the way things are done. Then, come up with ideas to make the work faster, easier, or more accurate.
- Conduct tests or simulations to evaluate the effectiveness of proposed changes.
• Organising Files:
- Design and implement a new standardized file structure in SharePoint, based on insights gained from process analysis.
- Ensure the new structure improves accessibility, consistency, and file-sharing capabilities across the finance team. Provide guidelines and training materials for end users to adopt the new system effectively.
• Planning Projects:
- Create timelines and project plans that show what needs to happen, who needs to do it, and when it should be done.
- Monitor progress, identify milestones, and adjust timelines as necessary to ensure timely project delivery.
• Working with Others:
- Talk to people from different teams to understand what they need, get their feedback on ideas, and make sure solutions work well for everyone.
• Keeping Records Updated:
- Keep detailed notes about any changes to processes and make sure everyone knows about these updates.
• Sharing Your Work:
- Create reports and presentations to show senior managers what has been found, what changes are being suggested, and why those changes will help.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
• Good at spotting problems and figuring out solutions
• Close attention to details
• Strong written communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable using technology and ready to learn new tools
• Works well wi...
£55,263 - £60,463 yearly
Fife Council Remote (Fife Council, Bankhead Central, Bankhead Park, Glenrothes, UK)
Lead Consultant - Flooding, Shoreline, and Harbours Bankhead Central, Glenrothes. With blended home working £55,263.09 - £60,462.77 Job Details Are you ready to lead the charge in transforming how we manage flood risk, shoreline, and harbour operations? Fife Council is seeking a dynamic and innovative Lead Consultant to join our Flooding, Shoreline, and Harbours team within Structural Services. This is your chance to make a significant impact by integrating cutting-edge digital solutions into our operations. About the role: As the Lead Consultant, you will spearhead the delivery of our flood risk management, coastal, and harbour functions. Your role will be pivotal in driving the digital transformation of our services, ensuring we meet national legislation and Fife Council's standards and policies. Key responsibilities: Lead the development and implementation of effective flood prevention, shoreline management,...
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SEN Class Teacher
40 hours per week, 40 weeks per yearQualified Teacher salary range: £30,055 - £41,446 per annum (starting salary is dependent on QTS and number of years relevant experience)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Class Teacher to join the team at our new Ashdown Garden School, in Forest Row. The school is aiming to open in 2026 and is based near the Emerson College site near the beautiful Ashdown Forest and the village of Forest Row.
In this role you will be ensuring the pupils of Ashdown Garden School engage in learning and achieve by providing practical, experiential and therapeutic education through careful planning of the structure, methodology and delivery of the learning experience.
You will apply your knowledge about learning and the modes of learning to plan and deliver aspects of the Steiner Waldorf Curriculum within the assessment framework of the National Curriculum in addition to their subject area.
You will ensure that students develop basic skills in numeracy, literacy, ICT and core learning skills, together with social skills and will provide opportunities for students to practice and develop these skills, assessing their progress in accordance with the school’s assessment schedule and curriculum policy.
You Will Have:
- Qualified Teacher Status,
- Experience of the National Curriculum framework of assessment,
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A practical approach to engaging pupils.
- Experience of working with children with learning difficulties and/or learning disabilities.
- Experience within specialist education and the Steiner Waldorf Curriculum is desirable.
Closing date is: Friday 30th January 2026, 10amInterviews will be week commencing: 9th February 2026
Safeguarding Statement
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Level Disclosure as well as a medical check, references, evidence of qualifications, plus verification of the right to work in the UK.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Level Disclosure as well as a medical check, references, evidence of qualifications, plus verification of the right to work in the UK.
27.5 hours per week (7.00-9.00 a.m. and 2.30-6.00 pm every weekday during term time, and between 8.30 am-4.00 pm during school holidays - £13.72 per hour
The Directors of St Francis Youth and Community Centre are appointing a Deputy Manager to support the K@Boom Manager in ensuring the safe, effective and stimulating running of the K@Boom Out of School Club and Holiday Club. To deputise for the K@Boom Manager in their absence.
Candidates interested in this post are encouraged to make contact with us prior to submitting an application.
For an application form or copy of the Job Description/Person Specification, please contact Carol Glynn at parishadmin@stfrancisbournville.co.uk
Application deadline: 28/1/2026 at 5.00 p.m.
Interviews: 11/2/2026
The Directors of St Francis Youth and Community Centre welcomes applications from any individuals who feel that they meet the person specification for this post. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
All post holders are expected to share this commitment. All appointments to roles undertaking regulated activity are subject to pre-appointment checks, including references and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check.
Retirement Living Assistant
Job Description
Job Title: Retirement Living AssistantContract Type: PermanentSalary: £25,673.65 per annumWorking Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per weekWorking Pattern: Monday to Friday excluding bank holidaysLocation: Southport - West Park, Westholme Court and Link and Leyland RoadIf you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description.
Please note that whilst we will accept applications on the basis of any form of valid legal permission to work in the UK, we will be surrendering the Riverside Sponsorship licence, so for the avoidance of doubt, we are unable to apply for any further sponsorships whether on behalf of existing colleagues or candidates.
The difference you will make as a Retirement Living Assistant
Acting as an initial point of contact both on the phone and in the reception area, you will always ensure a professional and supportive approach is maintained, whilst working as part of a team to provide ‘best practice’. You will assist in the day-to-day delivery of a comprehensive housing management service for Retirement Living, including working with tenancy agreements, ensuring all records and files are maintained and held securely to maintain confidentiality.
About you
We are looking for someone with:
• Experience of working in a customer focussed environment
• Strong communication skills
• Previous experience of working with vulnerable and/or older people
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office
Why Riverside?
At Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives.
We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.
Working with us, you’ll enjoy:
• Competitive pay & generous pension
• 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options available
• Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
• A wide range of benefits
Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside:
We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues.
Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview.
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to be considered
Role Profile
• Act as an initial point of reference on the phone or in a reception area as required
• Assist in the provision of comprehensive housing management including working with tenancy agreements
• Carry out day to day office administration functions to ensure that all records and files are maintained and held securely, and that the confidentiality of information is upheld
• Report repairs and maintenance needs on behalf of the customer following agreed procedures
• Assist in the monitoring and delivery of service contracts at the scheme including lifts, heating, fire equipment, gardening etc
• Work in line with, monitor and report any discrepancies in health and safety standards within schemes
• To ensure that the companies Health and Safety policy is fully implemented at the scheme, ensuring customers are aware of the provision of security at the scheme at all times
• Promote and encourage a high level of customer involvement, consultation and communication
• To monitor standards of maintenance and cleanliness by conducting regular site inspections
• To have the ability to use appropriate IT systems and maintain professional and timely records
• To adhere to agreed Riverside’s safeguarding policies and procedures in every aspect of service delivery
• Monitoring and ...
Are you an experienced creative facilitator passionate about inspiring young people? Eastside regularly recruits talented artist facilitators with a range of specialisms to join our network and help deliver exciting arts education programmes in schools across London.
Complete our Expression of Interest Form to let us know you’d like to be part of our artists and facilitators network. When we’re next actively recruiting, a member of our team will get in touch to share full details.
Thank you for your interest in helping us empower the next generation through creativity.
Waking Night Recovery Worker (Penrith)
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- Part time
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Waking Night Recovery Worker
Location: PenrithWorking Hours: 22.5 hours (nights)Contract Type: PermanentSalary: £24,243 (pro rata per annum)
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier and more independent lives?
Join Waythrough, one of the UK’s leading mental health and social support charities, and make a lasting impact every day.
We support over 125,000 people each year through our 200 services, empowering individuals to overcome challenges around mental health, housing, and substance use.
About the Role
You’re caring, flexible and creative, thrive under pressure, know how to connect with people at all levels and really enjoy helping others to live as independently as possible. You’d also like to be part of an organisation that counts on the professionalism, insight, expertise and passion of its staff to inspire individual recovery for the people they work with. Welcome to Waythrough’s Abbots Bank as a Waking Night Recovery Worker.
Abbots Bank is a 6-bed shared living service registered with CQC. The service is staffed 24 hours per day with waking night cover. To provide support to people in their own homes throughout the Eden area. We support adults with mental health difficulties to live a life that is meaningful to them. We look at coping strategies and find practical solutions to aid in their recovery.
What You’ll Do
We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone. That’s where you come in.
Responsible for helping and inspiring the people who use our services to maintain their tenancy and independence in the community, we’ll rely on you to work with them to come up with a personal support plan that will see them achieve their goals and aspirations. Whether it’s developing their domestic and finance management skills or accessing work, leisure or educational opportunities, one thing’s for sure ‐ you will have every chance to shine.
About You:
No relevant experience is required as full training will be provided, although candidates with an understanding of mental health issues and/or lived experience would be welcomed. More important is your caring and compassionate nature and empathy and enthusiasm for helping others. Whatever your background, you’ll need to be happy to work both independently and within a team and willing to be part of a weekly rota system and available for on call duties.
In return for your skills and enthusiasm, this role comes with some really great benefits and excellent training and development opportunities.
To review the Job Description please click here.
About Waythrough
Formed in 2024 through the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship, Waythrough is now one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
With 3,500 staff and volunteers across more than 200 services, we help people to live full, meaningful lives.
Some roles may still appear under our legacy brands (Humankind, Richmond Fellowship, Aquarius) while we complete our integration — but wherever you join us, you’ll be part of one supportive team, sharing one purpose.
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
- 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
- Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
- Life assurance (3× annual salary)
- Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
- Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
- Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
- 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
- Recognition and long service awards via our Way to GoandAspirationsportals
- £500 Recommend a Friendbonus
- Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
- Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and T...
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Gardening Volunteer | Ideally 5 hours per week by arrangement
National Museums Scotland is currently looking for volunteer gardeners at our National Museum of Flight at East Fortune Airfield, East Lothian. We are looking for enthusiastic, creative, outdoor and nature-loving individuals to join our volunteer gardening team.
About the role
As part of the re-interpretation of our historic site at East Fortune, we are re-creating allotments originally tended by RAF personnel. The volunteer gardening team are developing fruit, vegetable, and flower gardens at the Museum, reflecting the site as it was during the Second World War. This is a living exhibit that enhances our learning & engagement programmes, provides local produce for the café and enhances the visitor experience.
Please read the full Role Description on our recruitment portal for more information.
This role may suit you if you…
…are a gardening enthusiast
…like nature and the outdoors
…enjoy talking with people about gardening
…are friendly and approachable
When is it?
Volunteering hours are negotiable and can be adjusted to suit your availability. Ideally, we are hoping our successful volunteers would be able to provide us with one day (5 hours) each most weeks.
By getting involved you could…
…learn more about National Museums Scotland and our work
…develop valuable skills and experiences within the museum sector
…enjoy doing something you like whilst meeting new people.
Volunteering is a fantastic way for people to engage with our collections and for us to engage with our communities. If you think this is something you would enjoy and can lend some of your time to, we would love to hear from you.
Gardening Volunteer
National Museum of Flight, East Fortune Airfield
EH39 5LF
Volunteer Opportunity
Permanent - Part-time
Posted 34 days ago
Closing date: 02/02/2026
Job reference: FB1462327NatGV
Documents
Right to Volunteer Guidance.pdf
NMOF Volunteer Gardener Role Description 2026.pdf
Gardening Volunteer
National Museum of Flight, East Fortune Airfield
Volunteer Opportunity