Facts. Analysis. Influence.

The International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) is a defence and security think tank that has a deep understanding of regional geopolitics and geo-economics in a global context. Its international researchers provide best-in-class independent and impartial analysis and provide insights on strategic challenges and priorities to governments and the private sector. It is expert at bringing together national leaders and senior policymakers in foreign policy, defence and security; promoting dialogue; and facilitating effective and influential bilateral and multilateral consultations.

The International Institute for Strategic Studies is looking to recruit a Research Analyst to work for the IISS Defence and Military Analysis Programme (DMAP), focusing on air and space forces and the air and space domains. The programme’s major print and online output is the IISS flagship publication The Military Balance and the Military Balance+ electronic database, widely regarded as the global benchmark in the assessment of national military capabilities and defence economics.

• Reporting to the aerospace data team lead; collect, assess and validate air and space domain force structure, equipment inventory and deployment data for IISS publications and databases.
• Assist in DMAP research and analysis on air and space forces and military aerospace issues.
• Contribute as required across the spectrum of DMAP activities.
• The opportunity to develop future areas of specialisation in the organisation and equipment of armed forces and defence technology developments.

• Completion of a Master’s degree in a relevant subject such as strategic studies or military affairs, OR relevant professional experience in the armed forces, defence intelligence, or a background in relevant defence analysis, specialist publications or defence industry.
• Experience of research and analysis using the full range of open-source information, and disseminating conclusions in written and verbal forms.
• Experience in using or contributing to database products, managing large datasets, and maintaining data standards consistently.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English. Additional languages desirable.

The IISS provides a full employment package.

This position is for an initial one-year Fixed Term Contract with the potential for renewal by mutual agreement.

Candidates should submit their applications by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ blue button above and follow the instructions to submit two documents:

• A cover letter outlining what skills and experience they can bring to the role, as well as salary expectations.
• A full Curriculum Vitae (resume), including details of two referees.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK or in Germany (EU). Unfortunately, we will be unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Due to the volume of expected applications, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

The deadline for receipt of applications is

Opportunity

This role offers the chance to contribute to the Geography Department and help maintain its strong academic record. The post holder will teach Geography, delivering an inspiring and balanced curriculum in line with National Teaching Standards, while assessing and reporting on pupils’ progress.

They will work with the Head of Department to ensure a coherent programme of study, uphold high standards of behaviour, support departmental development and take part in the School’s professional development programme.

The Director of Children’s Ministry is a key role within the staff team at St Stephen’s.

Currently there are 4 main strands to our children’s ministry that this person will lead and oversee:

• Church based kid’s ministry and discipleship.
• Community pre-school and families (led by part-time communities families pastor).
• School’s ministry (currently 3 local primary schools); and
• Parenting (building community and pastoral support).

We are looking for a committed leader with a heart for children and families to oversee and grow our 0–11 ministry. You’ll provide strategic leadership, recruit and train volunteers, and help shape a thriving ministry rooted in whole-life discipleship.

St Stephens Church

St Stephen’s is a vibrant, growing Evangelical Charismatic Resource Church with around 500 adults, 100 children and 80 youth, supported by a committed staff and volunteer team. St Stephen's. Our vision is simple: Love God, Grow Disciples, Transform Communities. Sundays sit at the heart of our life together, with three services that gather us for worship, teaching and prayer, alongside a wide and active ministry across generations and a strong commitment to serving and resourcing the wider church

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JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB ROLE

Volunteer Call and Email Handler

JOB FUNCTION

Volunteer Call and Email Handlers help provide the day-to-day
delivery of NAPAC’s primary survivor support service – the
telephone support line and the email support service. They
work alongside experienced staff to provide trauma-informed
emotional support to adult survivors of childhood abuse and
those supporting them.

Overall, they will have a commitment to delivery of excellence
in everything NAPAC does for survivors and their supporters.

REPORTS TO

Support Line Manager and Survivor Support Facilitators

REPORTING LINES

N/A

LOCATION

Stockport, South Manchester

HOURS OF WORK

Commitment to one four-hour shift a week. Flexible shifts are
available Monday to Friday, in the morning, afternoon and
evenings.

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Take calls on the NAPAC telephone support line and answer support emails during

shifts

•  Briefing after every call

•  Have an awareness of the wellbeing of other team members and offer support

accordingly

•  Have flexibility to ensure that NAPAC’s support services are staffed

•  Attend mandatory training

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•  Be aware of and adhere to all NAPAC’s policies and procedures

•  Participate in team meetings

•  Participate in supervision with Support Service Facilitators/Manager

•  Carry out any other reasonable duties as directed by the Support Service
Facilitators/Support Services Manager, Chief Operating Officer or CEO

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Excellent communication skills – oral and written – are essential.

Computer literacy, particularly in Word and Excel is desirable.

Resilience is a required feature for this role as well as recognising the importance of self-
care.

A personal commitment to supporting adults abused in childhood. Some knowledge of
childhood abuse trauma and how it affects the day to day lives of adults.

Compassion and sensitivity to the cause, attention to detail, flexibility, and agility in ways of
working are essential.  Being a team-player and demonstrating a ‘can-do’ attitude are also
vital.

Willingness to contribute to the active learning environment within the team.

Having a strongly non-judgemental and accepting approach to your work and that of the
team.

Some knowledge of trauma informed care and a willingness to learn.

Passion and enthusiasm for the cause and for service delivery.

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Salary: £30.00 per sleep

Location: Weymouth

Hours: Sleep in 10pm to 8.30am 5 nights per week

Position Type: {Advertised Full Time / Part Time}

Expiry Date: 08/02/2026 23:59

The Vacancy

You'll be working at East Boro Housing, Care and Support Trust, as part of the Aster Group. As an overnight on-site Support Worker, you’ll help to provide a secure, happy and supportive environment within Cranford Avenue in Weymouth. You’ll live on site as a sleep in Support Worker, where 8 of our service users reside, ensuring an environment that is clean, tidy, warm and inviting.

As a Night Support Worker and premise Caretaker, you will work from 10pm to 8.30am 5 nights per week.

This is a sleep in role where you will be sleeping in your own flat providing on call service to 8 residents in Cranford Ave for 5 nights a week for £30.00 per sleeping night. The flat is attached to Cranford Avenue, as part of the tied accommodation. This is tied accommodation where rent is payable at a discounted rate and will be discussed in more detail at interview.

This is a fantastic opportunity if you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can really make a difference, while also enjoying the benefit of tied accommodation just a short walk from the seafront!

The accommodation provided for the live-in Care and Support Worker is comfortable, well-equipped, and designed to make you feel at home. Located in a friendly and welcoming community, it offers a peaceful environment with all essential amenities on hand. Being part of this service means you’ll have the support of a dedicated team, opportunities to build strong relationships with those you care for, and a living space that makes your work-life balance easier to maintain.

While additional hours are not guaranteed as part of this role, there may be opportunities to work extra daytime hours as a Care and Support Worker alongside this position.

Key responsibilities

Safeguarding is everybody’s business. The welfare and safeguarding of our service users is paramount as is your role and your level of responsibility is within the organisation.

You’ll provide safe, reliable, compassionate support that is centred on the individual needs and wishes of each service user. This involves respecting each Service Users choices and always promoting their dignity.

You’ll respond at Night if woken by Service Users, using their telephone emergency system and provide support and reassurance when required.

About us

Specialising in housing and support services for the elderly, adults with learning disabilities and other vulnerable people, we seek to provide our residents with more than just a home. Our customers are our reason for being, so we try to involve customers in everything we do. We have provided care and support services since 1960 and currently serve a range of customers with different needs.

About you

You will need:

• Good communication skills
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills
• To be compassionate and patient
• Experience in a caring industry
• Confident and comfortable lone working
• To pass our DBS check or be on the DBS update service
• Verify your right to work in the UK.
• Completed your Care Certificate or hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification.

Even better if you have previous experience of a working for a personalised care services for adults of with physical, learning, and mental disabilities and providing personal care.

We invest in our colleagues because we know if they have a better day at work, the service our customers receive will be better. The Aster Offer is our offer to our colleagues to ensure they have a great day at work and includes things like:

• A focus on colleague wellbeing – workshops, an employee assistance programme offering counselling and support, mental health training and a health cash plan
• We invest in colleagues’ careers and development through our leader and colleague development frameworks
• Defined Contribution Pension and attached life assurance
• Volunteering hours available to all colleagues to enable them to give back
• Savings at cinemas, gyms, holidays, days out, various shops and eateries and lots more
• We celebrate colleagues who go above and beyond with a range of personalised recognition initiatives

We cannot wait to hear from you! Apply as soon as possible with your most updated CV.

All candidates will be required to verify their right to work in the UK prior to commencement of employment with the Aster Group & it’s subsidiary brands.

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