We are keen to appoint someone who has a heart for Jesus, a passion for reaching out to children, young people and families in our local community and to disciple those who come to church.
Hours: 20 hours a week including Sundays and Tuesday mornings. This can be either term time only, term time with a few weeks in the holidays or all year round.
Contract: Initially for 1 year with hope of extending to 3 years.
Salary £27,000 - £30,000 (Pro rata, dependent on experience)
Informal visits and discussions welcome. Please contact Juliet Dellow: curate@stmatthews-bristol.org.uk
If interested in applying for this role, please download the Job Description and Application form from our website.
Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 26th January 2026
Interviews: Monday 2nd February 2026
- This role holds a Genuine Occupational Requirement for an active and committed Christian faith.
- St Matthew’s Church is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The post is subject to acceptable pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check.
St Matthew's Church, Bristol
We are an Anglican community of all ages, who gather together to worship God and encourage one another in our faith in Jesus Christ.
Children, Families, and Schools Lead -
Full Time (Part time options considered)
We are looking for someone to lead, develop, and grow our thriving ministry among children and families within our church, the community, and local schools.
In September 2023 a core team from Saint Mary’s Southampton joined with the existing congregation in Lord’s Hill to revitalise and grow a church community there. Now over 2 years in, the church has thriving Sunday services and mid-week provision for all ages. The purpose of this role is to actively lead, grow, and develop the existing ministry among the children, families, and local schools in this next season.
Great flexibility and agility will be required from the Children, Families, and Schools Lead who will be required to take a senior leadership role within the church and have wider responsibilities relating to the church’s mission and ministry.
The Children, Families, and Schools Lead will report to the Vicar of Lord’s Hill Church and office space is provided at the church. As a Christian organisation our faith is an integral part of our working culture.
This role is in partnership with Winchester Diocese and Lord’s Hill Church Southampton, an HTB Network Church.
You can find the role description and application form at https://lordshill.church/jobs
To apply, please submit your completed application form along with a 60 second video briefly introducing yourself and stating your suitability for this role to recruitment@lordshill.church
If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@lordshill.church
The closing date for applications is
Saturday 31st Jan 2026.
Lord's Hill Church (HTB Network), Southampton
We are an HTB Network Church plant on the edge of Southampton with a growing team and congregation. We have a vision to follow the way of Jesus, playing our part in the renewal of the city, expressed through our values of community, generosity, and adventure.
Psychotherapy Manager (Interim)
- Job Reference: 01-26
- Date Posted: 5 January 2026
- Recruiter: Providence Row
- Website: https://www.providencerow.org.uk/
- Location: London
- Remote Working: Some remote working possible
- Salary: £50,000
- Role: Frontline jobs, Experts by Experience jobs
- Job type: Contract
- Duration: 6-9 months
- Work hours: Full Time
Job Description
About us:
Providence Row tackles the root causes of homelessness to help people get off, and stay off, the streets. The charity was founded in 1860 to work with vulnerable people living in the East End of London. We are extremely proud of how the charity has continued to grow and develop over 150 years.
For homeless people, or those at risk of homelessness, finding employment and housing opportunities can feel like an uphill battle, even more so if they’re affected by physical, mental health or substance misuse issues. Providence Row works with those affected by homelessness and those vulnerably housed in London, offering an integrated service of crisis support, advice and progression programmes. We ensure that people often excluded from mainstream services gain the support and opportunities they need to create a safe, healthy and sustainable life away from the streets.
About the role:
- Leadership and Team Management
- Provide regular clinical and line management supervision to six practitioners.
- Support staff wellbeing, development, and performance through reflective practice and professional guidance.
- Lead on recruitment, induction, and ongoing training of team members.
- Oversee referral pathways, allocation of cases, and management of team caseloads.
- Monitor service delivery to ensure high-quality, safe and effective clinical practice.
- Lead risk management processes and provide senior oversight of complex or high-risk situations.
- Hold a small caseload, providing assessment, formulation, and psychotherapeutic interventions in community settings.
- Participate in organisational planning, meetings, and strategic discussions.
- Promote the service externally and support its integration within wider multidisciplinary networks.
Research shows some people, especially women and marginalised groups, may hesitate to apply unless they match all the criteria. However, we want to assure everyone that we encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of whether they fulfil every point in the job description. Your unique perspective matters to us – please apply with confidence.
Benefits:
- 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension – 5% employer, 3% employee
- Cycle to work scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Employee assistance programme
- Monthly reflective practice
- Wide range of learning & development opportunities
To apply:
Please follow the link and submit your CV along with covering letter.
Research shows some people, especially women and marginalized groups, may hesitate to apply unless they match all the criteria. However, we want to assure everyone that we encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of whether they fulfil every point in the job description. Your unique perspective matters to us – please apply with confidence.
Interviews:
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.
Providence Row is a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales; company number 07452798 registered charity number 1140192.
Psychotherapy Manager (Interim)
- Job Reference: 01-26
- Date Posted: 5 January 2026
- Recruiter: Providence Row
- Website: https://www.providencerow.org.uk/
- Location: London
- Remote Working: Some remote working possible
- Salary: £50,000
- Role: Frontline jobs, Experts by Experience jobs
- Job type: Contract
- Duration: 6-9 months
- Work hours: Full Time
Job Description
About us:
Providence Row tackles the root causes of homelessness to help people get off, and stay off, the streets. The charity was founded in 1860 to work with vulnerable people living in the East End of London. We are extremely proud of how the charity has continued to grow and develop over 150 years.
For homeless people, or those at risk of homelessness, finding employment and housing opportunities can feel like an uphill battle, even more so if they’re affected by physical, mental health or substance misuse issues. Providence Row works with those affected by homelessness and those vulnerably housed in London, offering an integrated service of crisis support, advice and progression programmes. We ensure that people often excluded from mainstream services gain the support and opportunities they need to create a safe, healthy and sustainable life away from the streets.
About the role:
- Leadership and Team Management
- Provide regular clinical and line management supervision to six practitioners.
- Support staff wellbeing, development, and performance through reflective practice and professional guidance.
- Lead on recruitment, induction, and ongoing training of team members.
- Oversee referral pathways, allocation of cases, and management of team caseloads.
- Monitor service delivery to ensure high-quality, safe and effective clinical practice.
- Lead risk management processes and provide senior oversight of complex or high-risk situations.
- Hold a small caseload, providing assessment, formulation, and psychotherapeutic interventions in community settings.
- Participate in organisational planning, meetings, and strategic discussions.
- Promote the service externally and support its integration within wider multidisciplinary networks.
Research shows some people, especially women and marginalised groups, may hesitate to apply unless they match all the criteria. However, we want to assure everyone that we encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of whether they fulfil every point in the job description. Your unique perspective matters to us – please apply with confidence.
Benefits:
- 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension – 5% employer, 3% employee
- Cycle to work scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Employee assistance programme
- Monthly reflective practice
- Wide range of learning & development opportunities
To apply:
Please follow the link and submit your CV along with covering letter.
Research shows some people, especially women and marginalized groups, may hesitate to apply unless they match all the criteria. However, we want to assure everyone that we encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of whether they fulfil every point in the job description. Your unique perspective matters to us – please apply with confidence.
Interviews:
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.
Providence Row is a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales; company number 07452798 registered charity number 1140192.
Senior Practitioner
Rossie operates 365 days per year, covering 24 hours per day.
Our Senior Practitioners are on a rolling rota and cover the following shift pattern:
Rota: 37 hours per week (7.30am - 10.45pm) - 1 on / 2 off rolling rota.
Salary: £41,902 - £45,254 (SCP 35 - 38)
This is an open advert - we will interview on an ongoing basis.
Onboarding Requirements:
Welcome to Rossie – you will undertake supernumerary shifts, incorporating time with an L&D Coach and allocated Mentor as well as job shadowing/learning. You will also spend time with a Duty Manager learning about fundamental aspects of security, in preparation for utilising secure keys. This will take place over a 5 day period (Monday to Friday) prior to commencing shifts within the Houses.
Crisis Aggression Limitation Management (CALM) – required by all employees working directly with our young people, and must be completed within the first 3 months of employment:
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1 day Induction
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5 day accreditation: 2 days theory and 3 days physical
Thereafter:
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Re-accreditation x 1 per year commencing 1 year after initial accreditation
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Practice sessions – minimum of 4 per annum (different options are offered over the course of the year).
JOB DESCRIPTION:
To assist the Service Management Team with the effective and efficient management of the service, in accordance with the Rossie values, behavioural expectations and ethos.
A Senior Practitioner is a member of the operational management team with responsibilities for the team and the House and must work to ensure the successful delivery of the main duties and responsibilities of the role. A Senior Practitioner will have a lead role in supporting and supervising the shift team, promoting a safe and nurturing living environment where the dignity and the rights of young people are respected and their physical, emotional, social, health and educational needs are met. Plan, prioritise, organise and review the care and support offered within the house and to each young person in line with their specific needs, vulnerabilities, and strengths.
Lead the delivery of care and support to young people in a safe, secure, nurturing and positive environment:
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Contribute to the management of the service, meeting the best possible outcomes for the young people in accordance with policies and procedures and participate in a teamwork approach to childcare practice.
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Demonstrate leadership and support to staff on a shift-by-shift basis, ensuring that the safety and wellbeing needs of the young people.
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Lead in the shift planning, staff deployment and management of the House.
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Establish regular supervision, debriefing, individual learning, and personal development plans and annual performance appraisals for staff.
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Attend and contribute to service team meetings and keep relevant colleagues fully informed of service developments and organisational changes
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Provide vision, direction and leadership for staff, motivating staff to achieve their full potential
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Work flexibly and respond to the exigencies of the service, balancing priorities to meet deadlines and team objectives.
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Promote and maintain collaborative working and effective communication between all staff, families and outside agencies.
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Provide oversight of incident management, recording and reporting to key stakeholders in accordance with the organisation’s Behaviour Management Policies.
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Demonstrate the ability to reflect on professional practice and adjust accordingly.
Ensure that the quality of care and the living environment is in keeping with legislative, organisational, procedural regulatory requirements, and good practice and guidance:
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Promote the highest standards of care, education, specialist intervention and welfare of young people
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Assist in delivering the Promise agenda, the Secure Care Pathways and Standards and/or National Care Standards and respond to National guidance pertaining to the sector.
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Safeguard and promote the rights of young people and positive care at all ...
Senior Practitioner
Phoenix Futures have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Recovery Worker Practitioner to support people who use our service at HMP Pentonville. Previous experience is desirable, however not essential. Recovery Support Workers come from many different backgrounds and experiences, and you may have the skills required. We are seeking dedicated individuals, based on your values, willingness to learn new skills and the compassion to deliver the best service possible to the people that use our services.
The Role
As a Senior Practitioner, you will support people at HMP Pentonville to reach their goals and change their lives for the better. We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, can work on their own initiative, but more importantly, as part of a team. You will need good communication and organisational skills. Successful candidates will be dynamic and forward thinking with keen insight into preventative and early intervention methods. The ideal candidate will have experience of line management, safeguarding and working with vulnerable adults presenting with substance, alcohol and associated issues.
You will have in-depth knowledge of recovery, care planning and relapse prevention activities. You will have line management duties and group interventions duties alongside holding a caseload of your own clients. You will develop and deliver interventions packages and will be confident in building and maintaining relationships with internal and external partnership agencies to fully support the client through their recovery. As an individual,
About You To join us as a Senior Practitioner at HMP Pentonville, you will need:
- Relevant experience of working in health and social care, ideally within the field of problematic substance use, mental health or another comparable field
- Evidence of effective partnership working and the ability to network for the benefit of the client and service
- Evidence of managing a busy caseload or tasks and excellent organisational skills
- To be proficient in the use of Microsoft Outlook and Word and be familiar with database management systems
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Understand complex issues presented by people entering custody.
- Determined, with a drive to succeed and a willingness to learn
- Passionate and enthusiastic about making a real difference to the lives of people we support
Other organisations may call this role Senior- Recovery Worker, Recovery Co-ordinator, Criminal Justice Worker, or Substance Uuse Recovery Worker.
So, if you’re seeking your next challenge as a Senior Practitioner, please get in touch or apply today.
Your Rewards
- Starting salary of £27,835.85with opportunity to access potential yearly salary increments subject to appraisal.
- Committed to providing a Real Living Wage for you, through accreditation with the Living Wage Foundation
- 25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing each year to a maximum of 30 days)
- Benefits including season ticket loan, pension scheme and life assurance
- Support through occupational sick pay, eye-care vouchers and regular wellbeing talks and activities
- Continuous training and career development via PXL our dedicated learning management system
- Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance programme including telephone and online access
- A rewarding role with the opportunity to help us support people on their journey to recovery and change their lives for the better.
- We’ll ensure you get all the support you need to thrive and succeed in your role and find your place amongst our incredible and collaborative team.
The Service
- We work to support individuals with their substance use and alcohol needs using personalised care plans.
- We have a diverse team with a range of expertise
- We work closely with a multitude of partners within the prison and the community to offer holistic care and ti ensure continuity of care post release.
- Our service is based in a busy category B local remand prison in North London, a short walk away from Caledonian underground and Caledonian overground stations.
About Phoenix Futures
Phoenix Futures Group is a charity with over 50 years’ experience and a leading provider of drug and alcohol treatment.
We use our expertise to support people in their personal recovery and to improve their lives. We are dedic...
Successful candidates will be required to register with the Scottish Social Security Council (SSSC) within 3 months of starting.
Are you ready to lead and inspire a team that helps people regain independence after a crisis?
Are you passionate about supporting people in their journey from hospital to home? Do you thrive in a role where no two days are the same? As a
- Coordinating referrals and liaising with hospitals, GP surgeries, and community teams.
- Supporting and mentoring staff, students, and volunteers to deliver excellent care.
- Conducting risk assessments and welfare checks to ensure safe living environments.
- Managing rotas, responding to out-of-hours queries, and maintaining service continuity.
- SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care and PDA in Supervision (or equivalent).
- The Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to lead and motivate others.
- Experience in person-centred planning and multi-disciplinary working.
- Confidence in mentoring staff and supporting their ongoing development.
Interested? The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Monday 26th January 2026.
In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:
- Flexible working:Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
- Holidays:36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
- Pension scheme:Up to 6% contributory pension.
- Learning & Development:A range of career & learning opportunities.
- Discounts:Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform..
- Wellbeing Support:Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
- Cycle2Work:Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme for UK-based roles. During your application, you'll have the option to apply under the scheme.
At the British Red Cross, we value diversity and maintain an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We champion our teams in bringing their true selves to work, free from discrimination. This is achieved through reporting and assistance from our internal networks: Race and Ethnic Equality (REEN), LGBT+, Disability and Wellness (DAWN), Gender, Carers, and Young Staff Network.
Together, we are the world's emergency responders
At the British Red Cross, we value diversity and maintain an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We champion our teams in bringing their true selves to work, free from discrimination. This is achieved through reporting and assistance from our internal networks: Race and Ethnic Equality (REEN), LGBT+, Disability and Wellness (DAWN), Gender, Carers, and Young Staff Network.
Additional Requirement: Applicants must have a full UK licence (2 years) and access to a vehicle.
Additional Requirement: Successful candidates will be required to register with the Scottish Social Security Council (SSSC) within 3 months of starting.
Are you ready to lead and inspire a team that helps people regain independence after a crisis?
Are you passionate about supporting people in their journey from hospital to home? Do you thrive in a role where no two days are the same? As a
- Coordinating referrals and liaising with hospitals, GP surgeries, and community teams.
- Supporting and mentoring staff, students, and volunteers to deliver excellent care.
- Conducting risk assessments and welfare checks to ensure safe living environments.
- Managing rotas, responding to out-of-hours queries, and maintaining service continuity.
- SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care and PDA in Supervision (or equivalent).
- Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately we cannot offer sponsorship for this role.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to lead and motivate others.
- Experience in person-centred planning and multi-disciplinary working.
- Confidence in mentoring staff and supporting their ongoing development.
Interested? The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Thursday 22nd January 2026.
In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:
- Flexible working:Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
- Holidays:36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
- Pension scheme:Up to 6% contributory pension.
- Learning & Development:A range of career & learning opportunities.
- Discounts:Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform..
- Wellbeing Support:Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
- Cycle2Work:Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme for UK-based roles. During your application, you'll have the option to apply under the scheme.
At the British Red Cross, we value diversity and maintain an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We champion our teams in bringing their true selves to work, free from discrimination. This is achieved through reporting and assistance from our internal networks: Race and Ethnic Equality (REEN), LGBT+, Disability and Wellness (DAWN), Gender, Carers, and Young Staff Network.
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DESIRABLE Recognised Level 3 Early Years qualification.(A/I) GCSE Grade C Maths and English or Functional Skills level 2 Current paediatric first aid certificate (A/I) Food Hygiene Certificate (A) Post qualifying experience with a supervisory level of responsibility.(A/I) Working knowledge of the development of children from birth to 5 years (A/I) Thanet Early Years Project PERSON SPECIFICATION Nursery Practitioner Level 2 ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING Recognised Early Years qualification – Level 2 (A/I) EXPERIENCE Responsibility for the care of children in a day nursery or similar setting for a minimum 1 year period (post qualification). (A/I) KNOWLEDGE Experience of working as a key person for children aged from birth up to 5 years. (A/I) Sound knowledge and understanding of: - The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Safeguarding and Welfare Requirements (A/I) GDPR 2018 - - the development of children aged up to 5 years. (A/I) a child centred approach to the care and education of all children with a reflective and flexible attitude to supporting their needs and further development.(A/I) - how to plan for children's individual needs in line with the requirements of the EYFS (A/I) - procedures for safeguarding children (A/I) - health and safety issues relevant to a nursery setting (A/I) - issues relating to equal opportunities, inclusion and anti discriminatory practice. (A/I) - - The SEND best practice (A/I) - Working in partnership with parents(A/I) SKILLS & ABILITIES Ability to plan, provide and lead appropriate activities for the children. (A/I) Ability to reflect on own & room practice.(A/I) PERSONAL To contribute to systems to ensure the safety and supervision of all children within the setting at all times. (A/I) To role model high quality practice and to support other staff members.(A/I) To maintain records, write accurate reports, complete children's learning journals and 2 year development checks. (A/I) To maintain and develop effective communication with colleagues, children, parents/carers and others (written and oral) A/I Personal commitment to:- • achieving the highest standards of early years practice (A/I) • ensuring inclusive and anti discriminatory practice (A/I) • own professional development (A/I) • willingness to be flexible re working hours as required to meet the needs of the setting(A/I) • ability to lift/move nursery equipment(A/I) (A/I) – criteria measured by Application / Interview. Flexible approach (A/I)
Birmingham Forward Steps is a citywide service delivered collaboratively by Birmingham Community Healthcare Trust working alongside Barnardo's, and other voluntary organisations, operated across 10 districts for children and their parents/ carers from shortly before birth up to the age of five. The service, commissioned by is designed to provide all families of pre-school children with accessible, community-based services in their own homes, GP surgeries, children's centres and a number of other community venues such as places of worship or libraries, with extra help available to those that need it.
Barnardo's is directly managing 4 of those districts and we are seeking to recruit a Full time - 37hours per week – Early Years Outreach Worker for our Doddington Green Children's Centre/Edgbaston Family Hub.
As an Early Years and Outreach Worker, you will be required to:
- Provide and promote Stay & Play sessions for target families that promote child development.
- Provide and promote positive play within the Early Years Foundation Stages for children, and support parents/carers in how they play with their children to encourage good child development.
- Provide crèche facilities for under 5s while their parents/carers participate in parent focused activities/programmes.
- Undertake follow up visits to families who are seen to have not engaged with the service at the Health Visitor mandatory visits.
- Support the delivery of Baby Club activities to meet the health and development needs of children and families who attend.
- Collect and help collate evidence that demonstrates outcomes for children.
- Ensure suitability, safety and cleanliness of toys and other equipment, replenishing the supply of toys as required within the constraints of the budget.
- Support parents who have children under 5 with SEND needs ensuring inclusive practice and signposting to additional specialist support as required.
- Make effective links to family support ensuring all relevant information is shared, as appropriate, in relation to the children and parents.
This role will require you to travel independently across the Edgbaston District therefore you must be flexible and adaptable, particularly in relation to working hours and location. A full driving licence and use of your own vehicle would be an advantage.
The working pattern for this role is Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm but may include some occasional evenings. Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance and are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements.
At Barnardo's we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Our safer recruitment processes mean that the safety and welfare of the child is paramount at every stage of the process and therefore, we adopt rigorous scrutiny in our pre-employment checking. This post is subject to a range of pre-employment checks including a Criminal Records Enhanced Disclosure for the successful candidate.
When completing your application please refer to your skills knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification, Job Description and Additional Information document. This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described. Please note, we do not accept CVs.
For further information please contact Alison Edmond, Recruiting Manager, via email: alison.edmond@barnardos.org.uk
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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.
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 colleag...
We are currently recruiting for a Lead Practitioner (Cover) – 30 or 37.5 hours per week, working 4 or 5 days.
- Promote the highest standards of learning and achievement in a supportive, stimulating and orderly
environment to engage young adults in their learning and planning for their own future. - Encourage and enthuse all learners and thus enable everyone to achieve the best that they can and
become as independent, skilled and confident as possible. - Create an inclusive ethos in which learners develop independence, value themselves, others and their
environment, and prepare for adult life and citizenship by working with others. - Promote the enjoyment of learning and support the attainments, successes and achievements of all
learners. - Support all members of the College community to enable them to communicate and interact effectively,
be confident, motivated to succeed and develop life, independence and skills for employment in a
practical setting. - Work in partnership with all parents, carers and key people and organisations in the community to
provide an accountable, high quality service, committed to safeguarding young adults that will have a
positive, sustainable impact for individuals and partner organisations locally, regionally and, where
possible, nationally and internationally. - Support our learners to embed their employability skills as part of our enterprise and work placement
offer.
Job Description Job Title: Location: Contract Duration: Salary: Hours of Work: Children’s Independent Sexual Violence Advocate Based in Barnsley town centre To September 2028 £29,869 per annum, increasing to £30,811 upon successful completion of ISVA accreditation 37 hours per week This post is open to female applicants only * About BSARCS In 1987 a small group of women from a variety of backgrounds came together on a voluntary basis with the aim of developing a support service for women and girls in Barnsley. Two years later, they opened a helpline service for women who had experienced sexual harm, initially operating on a very limited budget and for two hours a week, with no premises of their own and the bare minimum of equipment. In the years since then BSARCS has grown beyond recognition and in the year 2024/25 we provided specialist therapy, advocacy and support to around 1500 women, men and children who have experienced sexual violence or harm as well as to their relatives. In the same year, we also delivered specialist training courses to over 800 professionals in the borough. BSARCS is governed by a Board of Trustees and currently has around 30 individuals working from our Barnsley premises, including our CEO, Business Support Team, Training & Development Team, Adult Services and Children’s Services. We also have a team of volunteers supporting our work. We are committed to partnership working and, as a result, our funding streams are diverse, attracting both statutory funding and charitable grants. Why work for us? We are an innovative, flexible and supportive employer, committed to the personal and professional development and wellbeing of our employees, offering the following benefits: 30 days paid leave plus statutory holidays (pro rata for part time employees) Christmas Closure A competitive pension scheme Westfield Health membership Free car parking We really value our staff team and are constantly reviewing our policies and practice, looking for ways in which we can better demonstrate this. We also recognise the potential impact of working in this field and provide clinical supervision to all of our employees, irrelevant of their role. About the role South Yorkshire Sexual Violence Partnership (SYSVP) is made up of four specialist sexual violence partners in Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield to deliver a regional ISVA service, commissioned by South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA). Each partner employs Independent Sexual Violence Advocates (ISVA) to deliver advocacy, practical and emotional support to survivors of sexual violence and abuse, both within and outside of the criminal justice system. You will be joining an existing team and will provide high quality support and advocacy to children and young people who have experienced sexual abuse or harm, and to their families, using a trauma informed approach. We are proud that our services meet the national ISVA quality standards and will require the successful applicant to complete the ISVA development programme at the first available opportunity, if they haven’t already done so. The role will be closely linked to other services, both internal and external, and you will work flexibly and collaboratively to enable children to access the appropriate services at the right time. Your work will be overseen by the Children’s Services Manager, who will also provide you with regular casework supervision and line management. In addition, you will participate fully in regular clinical supervision to support your personal wellbeing and address any issues of vicarious trauma. You must hold a full driving licence and must have access to your own vehicle to be considered for this role. Role specific responsibilities Providing effective emotional, practical support and advocacy to children and young people, involving their families where appropriate in line with ISVA quality standards and organisational policies and safeguarding frameworks To deliver effective support to young survivors, and their families, to cope with and recover from, the experience of sexual harm Assessing the needs of your clients, developing individual risk and support plans which address them, maintaining clear, concise and prompt written records of all work undertaken Ensuring that your clients (and their carers, where appropriate) are aware of the services and support they are entitled to and assisting them to develop an effective support network Working with children and young people in their own homes and educational settings and accompanying them to meetings and appointments, as appropriate Working collaboratively with other agencies, attending meetings, contributing to the overall plan for the child and promote trauma informed responses (from all agencies) to best support the needs of the child Prioritising the safety of your clients and associ...
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Are you a family carer living in Kent or Medway with experience in caring for someone with a severe learning disability whose behaviour challenges?
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Are you passionate about working together to improve services for families in the South East?
The Challenging Behaviour Foundation has an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of the Forward Together Project plan (a new 3-year project funded by the National Lottery).
About Us
The Challenging Behaviour Foundation is a registered national charity (based in Kent) that makes a difference to the lives of children and adults with severe learning disabilities whose behaviour challenges, and their families. We have a reputation for driving change at an individual, local, and national level.
Position: Family Carer Project Worker – Kent and Medway
Hours: 4 hours a week, worked flexibly
Contract:Fixed term contract (to end June 2027)
Salary:
Location:Home based (you must live in Kent/Medway) plus attendance at events*
* Will require some attendance at online meetings during core office hours and attendance at two Community of Practice events per year, which will take place in person within Kent/Medway.
The Role:
To utilise your lived experience to support the delivery of the Forward Together Project plan to improve services and support for people with severe learning disabilities whose behaviour challenges, and their family carers in the Southeast.
You will:
- Use your experience and local/regional knowledge to identify key individuals, groups and initiatives to engage in the project
- Work collaboratively with family carers and stakeholders, facilitate meetings and implement follow up actions
- Contribute your own lived experience
You will have:
- Lived experience of caring for a relative with severe learning disabilities and behaviour described as challenging
- The ability to create and maintain positive and collaborative relationships with family carers and other stakeholders
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- A passion for making a difference to the lives of individuals with severe learning disabilities and behaviours that challenge, and their families
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
How to apply:
If you are passionate about our mission and would like to share your lived experiences to improve the lives of children and adults with severe learning disabilities whose behaviour challenges, please apply by sending us a cover letter (no more than 2 sides of A4) detailing why you are interested in this role.
Email us your covering letter (that outlines how you meet the essential criteria in the job specification) to recruitment@thecbf.org.uk.
If you have any questions about this role or would like to have an informal chat, please contact Taylor Anderson or Coral Histed by emailing info@thecbf.org.uk or calling 01634 838739.
Application Deadline:
Rolling Deadline – We will be reviewing applications as they come in, with the view to hold interviews in late January 2026. We will close applications once we have found a suitable candidate. We recommend applying as soon as possible.
Join us in making a lasting impact and creating a more inclusive and supportive community for children and adults with severe learning disabilities and behaviours that challenge, and their families! Your participation can help people with severe learning disabilities receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.
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CARE International UK (CIUK) is committed to living our organisational values and Feminist Leadership Principles (FLPs) in how we work, lead, make decisions, and relate to one another. We recognise that values and principles are only meaningful when they are clearly understood, shared, and actively practised across the organisation.
We are seeking an experienced Consultant to create a Behavioural Competency Framework that articulates what it looks like in practice to live our values and Feminist Leadership Principles in a practical way (which can be embedded in Job Descriptions (JDs) and staff workplans, and used in performance management and staff development).
Key deliverables
- A behavioural competency framework aligned with organisational values and Feminist Leadership Principles
- A brief summary of the creation approach and rationale
- Simple tool and guidance notes for practical use – how we apply to JDs; workplans; staff development; enhance the culture
- A clear, values-aligned implementation roadmap
Timeline
- Consultancy expected to run for 2-4 months, with flexibility to accommodate stakeholder availability
- Framework should be completed and ready to launch by June 2026.
About you
We are looking for a Consultant with:
- Demonstrable experience developing values-based and feminist leadership competency frameworks
- Experience, skills and evidence developing a framework and tools that support practical application in the real world with limited resources
- Experience working with charities and/or INGOs
- Experience confidently navigating diverse stakeholders and thriving in dynamic organisational environments
- The ability to work in a way that is aligned with our values and Feminist Leadership Principles.
Budget
An indicative budget is available for this work. Please contact Esiri Lawrence, Director of People and Organisational Development, for further details.
Proposals should include:
- A clear breakdown of costs
- An outline of the proposed approach and timeline
Application Process
Please submit a proposal of no more than 2 pages outlining:
- A brief proposal outlining their understanding of the brief – any questions of clarification required to refine further
- Proposed approach and methodology – being mindful of limited staff time/ capacity
- Clarification of what deliverables will be provided at the end of the project so that CIUK can implement use of this framework
- Relevant experience (particularly relating to CIUK’s mission, and the nature of our values and Feminist Leadership Principles)
- Timescales and costs
- Relevant examples/case studies of similar work (where appropriate).
Deadline for applications: 5pm on Monday 9 February 2026. Applications and queries to be sent to Esiri Lawrence, Director of People and Organisational Development, who is responsible for the project.