THE CARERS CENTRE FOR BRIGHTON & HOVE JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Volunteer Co-ordinator Hours of Work: 15 hours per week Salary: £27,500 p.a. (pro rata) Length of contract: Permanent Responsible to: Service Manager Annual leave: 25 days plus public holidays (pro rata for part time posts) Probation: Six months Notice: Pension: One month on completion of probation 3% contribution to the Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme Location: The post holder will be based at the Carers Centre but will be expected to work with carers and volunteers in venues across Brighton and Hove. There will be occasional need to work evenings and weekends. AIMS OF THE JOB: 1. To establish and develop volunteering opportunities at the Carers Centre 2. To work with the management team to review and reinforce effective policies and procedures for volunteer-supported projects based on best practice 3. To develop and implement systems for recruitment and selection of volunteers from a range of backgrounds 4. To deliver a programme of induction and ongoing training for volunteers 5. To supervise a pool of volunteers to support carers safely to achieve positive changes within their lives and to enable volunteers to feel fulfilled in their role 6. To keep accurate records and statistics in accordance with the Carers Centre procedures 7. To monitor, analyse and report on feedback/outcomes with carers and volunteers 8. To participate in supervision and training to ensure professional operation of the service 9. To engage in research and networking opportunities provided by other organisations with expertise in volunteer support 10. To work in accordance with, and to ensure that staff and volunteers for which the post is responsible, adhere to the values, policies and procedures of the Carers Centre, especially Confidentiality, Safeguarding, Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety 11. To carry out other duties appropriate to the role and responsibilities as may be delegated by the CEO of The Carers Centre This Job description refers to the duties of the post at the current time. Such duties may vary from time to time, without changing the general nature of the duties or the level of responsibilities of the post. Such variations cannot of themselves justify a re-grading of the post. THE CARERS CENTRE FOR BRIGHTON & HOVE PERSON SPECIFICATION Volunteer Co-ordinator Essential: 1. Experience of recruiting, supervising and How demonstrated: Application form and interview managing volunteers/staff 2. Experience of project management and Application form and interview or development work the 3. Awareness of impact of caring responsibilities on unpaid family/friend carers 4. Ability to identify, assess and mitigate to risks safeguarding and health & safety including related those Application form and interview Application form and interview 5. Experience of working with/supporting Application form and interview carers and/or user groups 6. Experience of liaising and working in from the private, partnership with professionals various organisations statutory and voluntary sectors in Application form and interview IT skills, including experience databases, Microsoft Office 7. Good using software and social media platforms 8. Proven skills in training and/or group work Application form Application form and interview 9. Proven ability to work and act on own Application form and interview initiative 10. Self motivated and able to prioritise competing deadlines and multi-task Application form and interview 11. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work with a diverse range of volunteers, services and other professionals Application form and interview 12. Understanding of and commitment to Application form and interview diversity, equality and inclusion
JOB DESCRIPTION
Volunteer Co-Ordinator
(Southampton)
Reports To:
Service Manager (Southampton Wellbeing)
Direct Reports:
Volunteers
Location:
Mayfield Garden centre and 28 The Avenue
Hours: 22 hours per week
Salary Range:
£15,997.57 to £17,576.22 per annum (£26,905 to £29,560 full-
time equivalent) – Solent Mind Band C
Contract:
Permanent contract
Purpose:
To manage, recruit and support a team of volunteers to support delivery of our services in the
Southampton area. This includes our Mayfield Garden Centre, Wellbeing and Peer Support services
as well as supporting wider service leads to identify opportunities for volunteer role development.
Principal Accountabilities:
Work with teams, leaders and stakeholders to identify opportunties for volunteer role creation and
development.
Lead on the recruitment and induction of volunteers across the services in line with charity
processes, including outreach work and establishing relationships with relevant community groups
and organisations.
Ensure volunteers are appropriately supported in their roles, including providing regular group and
1:1 supervision and reflection sessions.
Link in with the Solent Mind Volunteering Lead to ensure volunteers are offered a consistent and
appropriate level of support and can benefit from relevant learning and development opportunities.
Link in with the Lived Experience Participation Manager to support the development of pathways,
through the peer support training programme, into volunteering opportunities for people who have
accessed support from services.
Ensure volunteers understand and comply with Solent Mind safeguarding, health and safety and
risk assessment policies and processes.
Liaise with Managers and the staff team to ensure the integration, support and supervision of
volunteers within the wider team.
Celebrate the contribution and achievements of volunteers and the groups and activities they are
supporting.
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Collect, analyse and report on data in relation to the service, ie engagement, time volunteered and
impact.
Contribute to service monitoring, evaluation and reflection in line with project guidelines.
Act as an advocate for volunteers and volunteering within and beyond Solent Mind, including
attendance at relevant meetings and stakeholder groups.
Proactively seek out ways to develop services through volunteering opportunities.
Support the engagement of volunteers, service users and community voices on the design and
operation of our service, seeking regular feedback.
Share and implement learning with colleagues across Solent Mind.
General:
Adhere to the aims, values, policies and procedures of Solent Mind, particularly safeguarding
and health & safety.
This list is non exhaustive and other duties may be required to meet the needs of Solent Mind.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
Volunteer Co-Ordinator
Requirement
Essential
or
Desirable
Qualifications/Education/Training: (Minimum standard of education and professional qualifications
(RQF level) required to achieve the purpose of the job to a fully satisfactory level)
Minimum of level 3 qualification or equivalent, or capability and willingness to work
Essential
towards
Experience: What type and depth of experience is required to perform the duties to a fully satisfactory level
Experience of volunteering or working with volunteers
Experience of working with people who may be vulnerable with diverse and complex
needs
Experience of working with IT systems including Customer Relationship Management
Systems
Experience of managing or supervising paid staff or volunteers
Experience of working within a mental health service or setting
Knowledge/Skills/Competencies:
Understanding of the impact of mental health issues on individuals and communities
Ability to problem solve and introduce and embed new ways of working
Understanding of the value of volunteering to the community, organisation and
individual
Awareness of the benefits and challenges to volunteering
Awareness of safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion issues
Ability to self-reflect and learn from experience and specific situations
Excellent IT & Digital skills (MS Office and Customer Relationship Management
Systems)
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Own lived experience of mental health issues
Other:
Commitment to Solent Mind’s values
Commitment to Solent Mind’s Equal Opportunities and Diversity and Inclusion policies
Willingness to undergo a relevant DBS Check if required
Willingness and ability to travel within the local area
Ability to work occasional evenings and w...Volunteer Co-ordinator
Job Description
Job Title: Volunteer Co-OrdinatorContract Type: PermanentSalary: £30,302.63 Per Annum Working Hours: 37.5 Hours per weekWorking Pattern: Monday-Friday 9am-5pmLocation: Ladybeck House or Bracken Court, LeedsIf 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 Volunteer Co-Ordinator
The Volunteering Co-Ordinator is responsible for recruiting and managing volunteers to deliver services specifically targeting volunteers who fit the support profile and ensuring all volunteers receive appropriate training and inductions to deliver a high-quality support service while meeting agreed performance targets.About you
We are looking for someone with:
• Experience of recruiting volunteers and keeping them motivated to deliver a service
• A track record of successfully coordinating a volunteer delivered service, preferably is a housing setting
• Working with companies to support employee volunteering activities
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 benefitsDiversity 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 avoid disappointment.
Role Profile
• Develop and support teams of volunteers to deliver effective services to clients in drop-in and floating support services
• Develop and publicise a range of engaging volunteering opportunities suitable for corporate supporters, tenants and general public
• Ensure that the volunteering opportunities identified are based on providing out-comes for customers
• Ensure comprehensive collection of appropriate data, providing monitoring information as required
• Maintain confidential records and use the key administrative systems for the recruitment and recording of volunteers
• Work closely with corporate partners to ensure that the volunteering activities undertaken are safe, legal and provide the experience required
• Through relevant training and learning, ensure that volunteers are equipped with the skills and resources to undertake their tasks effectively
• Ensure that volunteers are recruited quickly and effectively and that they have the specific skills and qualities required to work with customers
• Effectively risk assess all volunteer activity
• Ensure that volunteer delivered services are appropriate to each customer and de-livered to a high standard
• Guide and support staff to ensure volunteers in their service are supported and developed
• Aid in the identification of volunteers with potential for greater involvement
• Monitor and review individual volunteer performance and volunteer support at de-fined intervals to ensure quality of service is ma...
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Closing Date:
28 January 2026
Closing Date:
28 January 2026
- Annually:£28,337 - £31,485 per annum plus location allowances where applicable
- Region:Nationwide or Remote
- Location:Nationwide
- Department:Not Applicable
- Vacancy Type:Permanent
- Working hours per week:35
- Closing Date:28 January 2026
Supporter Relationship Fundraiser
At the NSPCC, we believe every childhood is worth fighting for. With over 100 years of experience, and the collective strength of our staff, volunteers, supporters, and partners, we're working to end child abuse and neglect for good.
We encourage everyone across the organisation to get involved, feel confident in championing our cause, and help us grow the support we need to protect children and give them the futures they deserve.
If you're motivated by purpose and want to contribute to creating a safer, brighter world for every child, why not apply for our role as Supporter Relationship Fundraiser?
What is the purpose of the Supporter Relationship Fundraiser?
This role helps grow income and deepen relationships with local fundraising supporters and groups. Reporting to the Supporter Relationship Manager, you'll steward existing networks, recruit new supporters, and deliver high-quality engagement to support NSPCC's mission.
This role plays a key part in supporting the NSPCC's mission. You'll contribute by:
- Delivering against a fundraising income budget.
- Supporting and stewarding existing supporter networks.
- Recruiting and developing new fundraising groups and relationships.
What will I be doing as a Supporter Relationship Fundraiser?
As Supporter Relationship Fundraiser, you'll work with individuals and groups across your region to inspire and support their fundraising efforts. You'll manage relationships, attend events, and collaborate with colleagues to maximise supporter engagement and income generation.
- Deliver and manage a regional fundraising income budget.
- Provide high-quality stewardship and engagement to supporter groups.
- Identify and onboard new supporters and fundraising groups.
- Represent NSPCC at events and meetings, and coordinate speaker attendance.
- Collaborate with colleagues across departments to maximise supporter impact.
What skills do I need to be a Supporter Relationship Fundraiser?
You'll be a confident relationship builder with experience in fundraising, sales or customer care. You'll bring strong communication skills, creativity, and a proactive approach to managing supporter networks and delivering results.
- Experience developing relationships to achieve fundraising or income goals.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to plan and manage projects with competing priorities.
- Commitment to NSPCC's values and safeguarding responsibilities.
Ready to apply?
Please click the button ‘apply' to start your journey. You can find more information on our Career page.
Still have questions about the role?
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Caroline Morgan at caroline.morgan@nspcc.org.uk
We have a number of employees at the NSPCC who are regrettably at risk of redundancy, following a significant restructure. In keeping with our values and our policies, if any of these individuals apply for a role and meet the minimum essential criteria, they will be given priority consideration. We hope that you understand our position on this and that this will not discourage you from applying. We cannot predict who, internally, will apply for a role, or whether they will meet the minimum essential criteria. Where no at risk candidates meet the minimum essential criteria, all applications will be considered as normal.
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- Safeguarding Statement (455 kB)
Job Description
Pay: £12.60 – £13.25 per hour
Job description:
Are you kind, caring, and hardworking? We’re looking for dedicated Care Workers to join our team in Nairn! Whether you’re seeking full-time, part-time, or relief work, we have a role for you.
About us:
At Gateway, we are committed to providing high-quality, person-centered care to individuals living in their own homes. Our mission is to support people to live independently, safely, and with dignity – helping them maintain independence in their daily lives while remaining connected to their communities. We believe that every action, no matter how small, can make a meaningful difference. We are currently seeking compassionate and reliable carers to join our Care at
Home team, supporting individuals in the community to live
safely and comfortably in their own homes. Let us improve your work/life balance with various shifts to suit most. Let us help you back into the world of work with our fully paid training. Let us ease your worries of job uncertainty, with guaranteed hours.
What We Offer:
- Full-time, part-time, and relief positions available
- Structured shift patterns including mornings and evenings
- Competitive pay: £12.60-£13.25 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
- Paid travel time between service users when driving
- Fully funded SVQ2 in Health & Social Care
- PVG membership paid
- Access to benefits including Blue Light Card, charity worker discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, and more
- Workplace pension
- Refer-a-friend bonus
- Paid per shift not per visiting hours worked
About You:
- You are caring, dependable, and want to make a difference in people’s lives
- A driving licence is desirable but not essential
- SVQ2 in Health & Social Care is advantageous, but training and support are provided
- You are willing to work towards a qualification in care, supported by
Gateway
- Flexibility to work morning or late shifts is essential
- Comfortable providing personal care
- Gateway does not support Visa sponsorship
If you’re passionate about helping others and want to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team – we’d love to hear from you!
For more information, please visit our website and apply today! www.homelesstrust.org.uk or contact our office on 01463 718693 for application pack.Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Relief
Physical Setting:
- Homecare Shift Pattern: Day shift starting at 7am
- Evening shift until 1Opm
- Language: Fluent English (required)
- Licence/Certification: UK Driving Licence (preferred)
- Registration with SSSC
Work Location: In person
Job Introduction
- Location:Theale Berkshire
- Hourly rate:£13.00 per hour
- Hours per week:Bank
- Training Provided:Full training provided
- Benefits:We will apply and pay for your enhanced DBS
- Required:Full UK manual driving licence and willing to drive mobility vehicles
- Sponsorship is not available for this position
Supporting people to live great lives
Join our team as a female Bank Support Worker and enjoy the flexibility of working a variety of shifts across the week and weekends.
You will be supporting 2 ladies with learning disabilities living in their own home in Theale who enjoy Cooking, Art and crafts, eating out, going to the pub and Socialising.
They have their own vehicle so you will need to hold a Full UK Driving licence and be wiling to drive their car.
"Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010".
How will I make a difference?
As a support worker you’ll be there to lend a helping hand in a way that puts the person’s needs first, this means:
- You will adaptyour support to fit what each person needs and wants daily.
- You will encouragepeople to make their own choices, big and small.
- You will help people to do things themselves to be as independentas possible.
- You will support people to buildconfidence and life skills.
- You will support people to be a part of their community, joining local clubs and connecting with friends and family.
- You will be understanding, allowing people to take their time and do things at their own pace.
- You will celebratepeople’s achievements, no matter how small they might seem to others.
If you're ready to make a positive impact and support others in achieving their goals, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in creating an environment where everyone can thrive.
Please note that we are actively shortlisting candidates throughout the duration of the advert, interviews will be held as soon as possible and we will make an offer immediately if we find the right candidate. Apply without delay!
We’re committed to being Disability Confident and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
If you require any assistance to find out about current vacancies, making an application, or need any recruitment related documentation in a more accessible format please send an e-mail to: Recruitment@affinitytrust.org
Check out more opportunities on our careers page: https://www.affinitytrust.org/about-us/careers/job-search/
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Job description
- City:Bromley
- Vacancy type:Zero Hours
- Salary:£12.21
- Rate:per hour
- Plus:Benefits
Female Bank Support Worker (6012)
Looking for a job that feels good? Become a Bank Support Worker with Avenues – In the Bromley area.
£12.21 per hour
Zero hours contract
Drivers are desirable
If you’re ready for a career where you can make a real difference, meet amazing people, and go home knowing you’ve helped someone live life their way — we’d love to hear from you!
- Shift patterns: 7am-2:30pm, 1:30pm-9pm, 2:30pm-9pm, 12pm-10pm, 7am-9pm sleep-in shift, 10pm-7am
- Drivers, with a FULL UK driving license, are desirable
We are looking for Bank Support Workers to work with us in the Bromley common area covering 2 of our local services.
No two days are the same, but your day might look like this!
- Supporting our people to be engaged in all day-to-day activities, including making full use of their community and beyond.
- Supporting our people with social activities and connecting with family and friends.
- Supporting the management of our people’s finances.
- Keeping our people’s home clean and fresh, and going shopping.
- Providing, and encouraging, personal care.
- And enjoying what you do!
Experience in social care is not essential, we provide a full range of accredited and award-winning training programmes at no cost to yourself, including the Health and Social Care Diploma that will really support your career progression.
Benefits you can expect!
- Early Pay – ability to access your earnings more frequently if you wish.
- Paid enhanced DBS.
- Flexible working.
- Paid annual leave (pro rata).
- Access to high quality training that supports your career development.
- Contributory pension scheme with life assurance.
- Shopping discounts via Blue Light Card and The Benefits website.
- Recommend a friend scheme - earn up to £500.
- Free and confidential 24/7 access to the health portal, counselling, and support.
Apply now! We look forward to hearing from you.
As part of our commitment to the “Disability Confident Scheme”, candidates who declare a disability, and meet the key criteria for this role, will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at the interview stage.
We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.
We know it takes a special person to work in social care and we recognise that not everyone that would be perfect for the role, will have professional experience. This is why we're really passionate about recruiting to individuals’ values and we recruit people from all walks of life; From people with vast experience in a support worker or care assistant role, from people with lived experiences who may have friends or relatives with disabilities or have looked after older relatives, to people with no experience at all.
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
- A problem solver
- Resilience
- Reliability
- Honesty
- Determination
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 carol-anne.phypers@c-i-c.co.uk, our recruitment specialist, for a friendly informal chat.
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.
We’re really proud to be a Hive HR Employee Voice Certified organisation, a recognition that confirms our commitment to creating a culture where our colleagues are not only encouraged to share their thoughts, but where this feedback is actively sought and acted upon to drive positive change at every level.
In our 2025 Colleague Engagement Survey, 59% (nearly 3,800) of our people shared their feedback and insights, giving us an incredible Employee Net Promoter Score of +34.
The Employee Net Promoter Score is a measure of how willing our colleagues are to recommend us as a good place to work to their loved ones – and a score of +34 is considered a Very Good score when compared to global benchmarks set by hundreds of other organisations.
Active Partners Trust
Active Partners Trust is seeking a delivery partner (an individual or organisation) to take on a lead role in exploring the potential to embed movement within Madrassas situated in Derby and then enabling this to happen. The successful individual or organisation will work collaboratively with key partners to support 3 religious education settings attended by Muslim children and young people to become “Active Madrassas”.
We are looking for a delivery partner to lead this test and learn project starting on 1st March 2026 for approx. 6 months for up to 15 days (128 hours) over the course of this period. The hourly rate will be £40 (inclusive of VAT and travel time and expenses). It is envisaged that the successful applicant will work with a steering group to help guide the work as it progresses.
The successful applicant will be expected to have undergone appropriate safeguarding training and evidence suitability to work with young people, including a DBS check.
It is envisaged that the delivery partner will undertake the following actions:
• Understand the approaches and learning from the Active Madrassah work in Lancashire and The Healthy Madrassas in Bradford to help inform the work in Derby
• Connect with leaders within the local Madrassas in Derby to invite them to a workshop (shaped and delivered by the successful applicant) to ascertain the energy around the work
• In liaison with the Steering Group select 3 Madrassas to work with intensely during the 6 month period
• Build rapport and trustworthy relationships with the 3 selected Madrassas in Derby to understand how embedding movement within their settings could look and feel.
• Develop a bespoke implementation plan for each setting identifying the resource needed to make it happen e.g. workforce, funding, activity ideas, community engagement, youth voice and co-design, accessing physical spaces if not available at the Madrassa
• Work with the leaders within the Madrassas to engage with families to gain their support in the approach, whilst also increasing their understanding and awareness of the value of health and wellbeing.
• Understand workforce development needs from within each Madrassa and connect with relevant National Governing Bodies (NGBs) of sport and other appropriate training partners to access Continual Professional Development (CPD) opportunities
• Support the Madrassas to apply for funding to fund equipment, CPD etc.
• Support the capture of the learning and impact of the test and learn project
• Work with the steering group who will help guide the work
We are open to applications from a range of individuals or organisations, who are committed to our behaviours and values and can demonstrate the following:
• Experience of working within the Muslim community with knowledge and awareness of the diversity within the Muslim community in Derby
• A commitment to a collaborative approach to the project delivery – we are looking for a delivery partner who has experience of establishing and managing relationships with a range of stakeholders
• Ability and experience of developing and implementing projects including monitoring and evaluation
• Experience of engaging and working with children and young people, ideally in co-design and delivery a project
• Ideally have experience of writing applications to access funding to support the embedding of the approach e.g. fund training and equipment costs
To apply to be considered for the work, please complete the application form which can be found here: Supporting the Development of Active Madrassa Settings – by 11:59pm on 5th February 2026.
If you’d like to discuss this opportunity or have an informal enquiry, please contact naomi.jones@activepartnerstrust.org.uk
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Job Role: Home Manager (Maternity Cover) – Childrens Residential Care
Location: Walsall Wood, Walsall
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum
Hours: Full Time 38 Hours
About Progress
With 24 years of experience, Progress provides Residential, Supported Living, and Fostering services across the Midlands. We are committed to supporting our employees’ growth, offering structured training, and diverse career paths within our organisation.
Why Work With Us?
As a Home Manager in Childrens Residential Care, you’ll enjoy:
- Competitive Salary:Between £35,000 and£45,000 (salary based on competency criteria) plus the opportunity to increase earnings through overtime and an outstanding Benefits Package:
- Funded DBS and renewals
- Private health cashback plan
- Access to online GP, scans, physio, counselling, and more
- Death in service benefit (2x salary)
- Contributory pension scheme
- Blue Light retail discount card
- Annual leave purchase scheme
- Broad training and development opportunities
- Emergency days scheme
- Career progression support with annual performance reviews
- Refer-a-friend reward scheme
- Annual superstar awards
- Additional annual leave after 2 and 5 years of service
- Utilities comparison service
- Access to counselling through the Care Workers Charity
About the Role
We have a "Home Manager" opportunity to cover 9 - 12 months Maternity Leave at our Children's Residential Home in Walsall Wood.
You will be managing our 9 Bedded home that supports children and young people age 4 - 18 yrs with severe and complex care needs, Acquired Brain Injury, complex learning disabilities and associated behavioural challenges. Managing the health needs of the children forms a significant part of the service that we provide and are firmly committed to meeting the very unique and individual health care needs of our children.
Our home provides the children with a safe and loving home environment where we can promote them to achieve their goals and experience life.
Key Responsibilities
To ensure that all children and young people have their needs met and their welfare promoted at all times.
To be responsible for the development, Leadership, coordination and support of the staff group.
To supervise the Team Leaders, enabling them to supervise and support the staff team.
To be responsible for all aspects of budgetary control relating to the home.
To ensure that effective records are maintained in accordance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and associated Regulations and Standards
To be responsible for ensuring that effective rotas are prepared and followed.
To be the lead for the on-call rota as and when required.
To work in conjunction with the Operations and Recruitment Manager to ensure staffing levels are maintained at all times in line with safer recruitment and Ofsted requirements.
To be responsible for coordinating referrals for the home and responding flexibly to requests for service, within the context of individual agreements and the home’s Statement of Purpose.
To Work effectively with Commissioning Partners, Police, LSCB, Public Health and Ofsted etc.
Qualifications Required:
Driving
License
Level 3 NVQ/Diploma in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People).
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or
equivalent qualification)
Experience:
A minimum
of 5 years’ experience of working with children and young people
A minimum of 2 years’ experience of working with children and young people in a
senior role
Proven Outcomes with Ofsted
Detailed knowledge of Childcare regulations
Experience of learning difficulties, ASD and associated behaviours that
challenge and complex needs.
Skills/Abilities:
Analytical
skills
Strong self-management skills – self-starter
Communication and influencing skills
Proactive approach
Ability to create strategic value
Strong time and priority management skills, completing work i...
- Location:Hillingdon Cove MHCA
- Closing Date:27 January 2026
- Pro Rata Salary:13.36
- Contract Type:Pool Worker
- Working Location Type:On- Site
- Hours per week:Various
We are Hestia. We make a difference.
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Pool Recovery Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our Recovery Cove in Hillingdon.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
The main purpose of the role is to provide excellent quality support and interventions to customers experiencing or likely to experience a mental health crisis as an alternative to using statutory crisis services. To support customers to reduce their crisis and to make plans to avoid future crisis. To liaise with statutory and other voluntary sector providers of mental health services to promote multi-agency working for the benefit of the customers. To carry out support and interventions in line with organisational values and ethos of recovery and co-production, as well as in line with policies and procedures
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
Here's what the team will be looking for:
We are looking for a candidate with proven experience supporting individuals with mental health difficulties and a strong understanding of the issues they may face. You should be able to communicate sensitively, promote dignity and respect, and empower customers to make informed choices that support their independence. Knowledge of mental health legislation, particularly the Care Programme Approach (CPA), and an understanding of recovery principles are essential. We seek someone who can work both independently and as part of a team, contribute to the induction of new peer staff and volunteers, and demonstrate a commitment to co-producing services with customers. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays is required. Strong IT, literacy, and numeracy skills are also essential, including the ability to use MS Word, Outlook, and online systems, produce clear written communication, manage petty cash, and accurately record customer visits.
When will I be working?
Various shifts during service opening times: 18:00 – 23:00 Monday to Friday and 12:00 – 23:00 weekends and bank holidays.
Shifts normally start at 17:00 during the weekdays, and 11:30am during weekends
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
- Shortlisting call:We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
- Face to face interview:Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.
Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.
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We have a great opportunity for a volunteer who loves to shop, we support a lady who would like company out and about to do some fun shopping.
We offer a lifelong befriending service for adults with learning disabilities. Matching the skills and interests of passionate visitors with the specific hobbies and interests of the people we visit. Visitors visit six times a year to create a 1-2-1 connection, offer companionship, encourage people to do the things they enjoy and check-in on their wellbeing. In many cases, the visitor is the only person in someone’s life who isn’t paid to be there for them.
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This is an Out and about visit role which means your visits are likely to be longer, very active and the person you visit will often take an active part in planning your outings and activities in the community. Your volunteer manager will be happy to help you with ideas and suggestions for things you can do. Visits will vary in length but tends to be around a couple of hours, sometimes shorter or longer, depending on what you plan to do.
In this role you will spend quality time with the person you visit and could do a range of different activities like:
- Sitting and having a chat
- Checking in on their well- being
- Going out to a local café/pub for a meal/drink
- Take part on community activities like visiting a place of interest, go shopping etc.
- Enjoying a walk
- A craft activity at home
As a Mencap volunteer visitor you will be:
- Friendly and approachable
- Accepting of others who might be different to yourself
- Reliable and patient
- Passionate about supporting people with a with a learning disability.
As a Mencap visitor you will:
- Have the opportunity to help make a difference to the life of the person you visit
- Receive a personalised volunteer induction and training
- Have agreed out of pocket expenses reimbursed
- Meet new people
- Get on-going support, and feel appreciated and valued
**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.
Volunteering with us is YOUR opportunity to help us achieve this, whilst having the chance to develop your skills, meet new people and join a passionate and dedicated team.
If you have questions about volunteering with Mencap, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us: volunteering@mencap.org.uk
30 days holiday
Occupational health
Flexi time
Salary £150,000 - £170,000 per annum
Location Leeds or London; Agile with significant time required in London (as well as regular travel throughout England)
Expiry Date 11/02/2026 23:59
This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in 21 days at 23:59 GMT.
The vacancy
Following the promotion of our present postholder, the NHS Confederation is seeking an outstanding leader to serve as Chief Executive of NHS Employers, representing NHS organisations on people policy and leading a high-impact team at the heart of the NHS Confederation.
About the role:
- Act as the key representative for NHS organisations on workforce and people policy, working closely with government, NHS bodies, and trade unions, influencing health and employment policy to improve workforce management and support more equitable, healthier communities.
- Lead our people in the delivery of the NHS Employers contract and work programmes, ensuring high-quality services for the DHSC, other commissioners and our members
- Support the renewal and integration of the wider organisation as NHS Confederation and NHS Providers come together to represent and support the health sector.
- Drive continuous improvement across all programmes and ensure operational excellence, financial health, and compliance, reporting to the Board of Trustees.
About you:
- Proven executive leadership in complex environments.
- Ability to define and communicate clear direction, translating vision into action.
- Demonstrates inclusive leadership values, with a commitment to fairness, equity, diversity, and staff development.
- Strong track record in financial stewardship and people management, ideally with NHS and HR experience..
- Excellent communicator and advocate, credible in high-profile settings, and adept at building coalitions and engaging diverse stakeholders.
To apply
Please download the job description found at the end of this page and click apply to complete the application form. Please note we do not accept CVs.
For an informal discussion about the post and the NHS Confederation before applying please contact Danny Mortimer, CEO on 0113 306 3040 or Daniel.Mortimer@nhsemployers.org
Application deadline: 11th February 2026 (midnight)
Interview date: 26th February 2026
Join us to shape the future of NHS workforce policy and make a lasting impact on health and care across England.
About us
The NHS Confederation is the membership organisation that brings together, supports and speaks for the whole healthcare system in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
The NHS Confederation is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive environment for our staff. A place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We offer a range of inclusive employment policies including family friendly policies and flexible working and we have range of channels to support staff from different backgrounds including our staff networks and a staff forum.
The NHS Confederation is committed to being a flexible employer. We understand the value and benefit to our employees being able to work flexibly and our agile working principles are designed to empower our people to work with optimal flexibility and minimal constraints to support a work life balance and take care of employee health and wellbeing.
You will receive an excellent benefits package, including 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, salary sacrifice schemes and travel season ticket loans.
Benefits
Employee assistant (counselling)
Cycle to work scheme
Mindful employer plus
Occupational health
30 days holiday
Flexi time
Season ticket loan
Eye tests/ flu jabs
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Volunteer Receptionist/Administrator, Thirsk, £0.00
Employment Type
Volunteer
Application Start Date
07-01-2026
Application End Date
31-01-2026
Location
Thirsk
State/County
North Yorkshire
Zip Code
YO7 1LU
Country
United Kingdom
Work Style
On-site
Experience
See role descriptor
Education
See role descriptor
Description
Volunteer Receptionist/Administrator
Location: Herriot Hospice - The Lambert, 2 Chapel Street, Thirsk, YO7 1LU
Hours: Flexible hours – Monday to Friday between the hours of 9am and 5pm.
Volunteers generally undertake to cover a 4 hour shift 9am-1pm or 1pm-5pm
Closing Date: 31 st January 2026
Interviews will likely be held in Thirsk or Harrogate.
An exciting opportunity to join our team of Volunteers supporting the Reception and Administration staff based at The Lambert, who are the first point of contact for anybody arriving at the Hospice.
Key responsibilities will include answering and directing telephone enquiries, greeting patients and clients, their visitors and staff, ensuring they are warmly welcomed at all times, as well as undertaking a variety of administrative tasks.
The reception desk is staffed Monday to Friday and volunteers can undertake part or full day cover. The volunteer rota is set a month in advance and volunteers will be contacted to gain their availability at least 2 weeks in advance.
Please see a full copy of the job description attached.
Prospective volunteers will be contacted via telephone initially and if appropriate will then be invited for an interview, where they will have the opportunity to see in more detail what the role involves.
You will be joining an organisation that is driven, caring, and responsive and you will be playing an important role in enabling us to provide our highly valued services to the people of Harrogate, Hambleton, Richmondshire, and District.
At North Yorkshire Hospice Care we believe that children, young people and adults should never experience abuse of any kind. Every member of our organisation has a responsibility to promote the welfare of all who encounter our services. We aim to keep people safe and to operate our services in a way that protects them; to make reporting concerns as easy as possible and respond quickly; to listen to all worries and work in partnership with individuals and agencies. All our staff and volunteers receive annual training on both adults and children/young people’s safeguarding. This impacts our recruitment processes and we have adopted a number of safer recruitment practices, which our People team can talk through with you.
We positively encourage applications from all areas of the community, regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, age, or sexual orientation and we encourage applications from users of mental health services. This is part of our commitment to equality and reflecting the diversity of our population. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-volunteering checks being obtained including but not limited to identity checks, DBS clearance at an appropriate level for the role, verification of right to volunteer in the UK, employment references and employment history. Costs of pre-volunteering checks will be met by the organisation.
North Yorkshire Hospice Care is a registered charity in England and Wales (518905) with a family of services operating as Herriot Hospice Homecare, Just ‘B’, Saint Michael’s Hospice, and Talking Spaces. North Yorkshire Hospice Care is a company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales (2121179).
For more information on the role, please contact us on volunteers@saintmichaelshospice.org or on 01423 200145 and we can arrange for you to have an informal discussion.
Our Values at Work
North Yorkshire Hospice Care is clear about who we are, what we do and why we do it. It is our vision; mission and values that underpin this understanding and all three of these areas...
Citizens Advice North East Derbyshire provides free, confidential, and impartial advice across North East Derbyshire and Bolsover Districts. We support people with a wide range of issues including welfare rights, debt, consumer problems, employment and housing.
Make a real difference in your community
Citizens Advice North East Derbyshire relies on passionate volunteers to help people access the free, independent advice they need to navigate life’s challenges. Whether you have a few hours a week or want to develop new skills, there’s a role that fits you.
Our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. From directly supporting clients with the issues affecting their lives, to helping behind the scenes with essential admin, fundraising, and campaigning work – there are diverse opportunities to match your skills and interests.
Whatever your background or experience, you’ll gain valuable skills, meet like-minded people, and know that your time is genuinely helping your community.
What will you do?
- complete an introduction to Citizens Advice and training for your role
- talk to clients over the phone, video call or face to face to explore what problems they’ve come for help with
- find information about the clients’ problems and help them to understand their options
- support clients to take action to resolve their problems. This might include drafting or writing letters, making phone calls, or referring the client to another organisation
- write a summary of the clients’ problems and what action you’ve taken
- look out for problems’ that are common, or are unfair, and write a short report about the problem or a letter to an elected official like an MP, AM or local councillor
Some examples of what you could do:
- help clients with debts work out a reasonable amount to pay back, and make a phone call to an organisation they owe money to.
- explore what benefits a client is entitled to and help them to complete a benefit application form.
- help a client who has problems with their landlord to understand their housing rights.
What’s in it for you?
- make a real difference to people’s lives
- learn about a range of issues such as benefits, debt, employment and housing.
- build on valuable skills such as communication, listening and problem solving, and increase your employability
- work with a range of different people, independently and in a team.
- have a positive impact in your community.
And we’ll reimburse expenses too.
If you’re training to be a solicitor and you train and volunteer as a local Citizens Advice adviser, you may be able to get up to six months off your solicitor training contract. See Solicitors Regulation Authority for more information.
What do you need to have?
You don’t need specific qualifications or skills but you’ll need to:
- be friendly and approachable
- be non-judgmental and respect views, values and cultures that are different to your own
- have good listening skills
- have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- have good maths and IT skills
- be able to understand information and explain it to others
- be willing to learn about and follow the Citizens Advice aims, principles and policies, including confidentiality and data protection
- be willing to undertake training in your role
How much time do you need to give?
Ideally, we ask for 5 hours per week.
We can be flexible so talk to us if this doesn’t suit.
Valuing inclusion
We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from disabled people, people with physical or mental health conditions, LGBT+ and non-binary people, and people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities.
If you are interested in becoming a Volunteer Adviser and would like to discuss flexibility around location, time or role activities, please get in touch.