Designated Safeguarding and Behaviour Improvement Officer

Join the team at Bedfordshire FA where you will operationally lead the implementation and delivery of safeguarding within Bedfordshire Football Association

• Location
• Skimpot Road, Dunstable, LU5 4JU
• Contact Name
• Nicholas Snelson, Head of Football Services, Bedfordshire FA
• Contact Email
• Recruitment@BedfordshireFA.com
• Organisation
• Bedfordshire FA

• Salary
• 29'000
• Hours
• Full Time
• Contract
• Permanent
• Organisation
• Bedfordshire FA
• Placed On
• Tue 20th January, 2026
• Closes
• 12:00am - Fri 13th February, 2026
• Interview Date
• Mon 23rd February, 2026

About Designated Safeguarding and Behaviour Improvement Officer

Join the team at Bedfordshire FA where you will operationally lead the implementation and delivery of safeguarding within Bedfordshire Football Association

Job Purpose:

• To support delivery of The FA's Strategy 24-28 and Bedfordshire Football Association Business Strategy.
• To manage the Bedfordshire Football Association safeguarding work, in line with legislation, FA safeguarding policy, procedures, regulations, standards and guidance.
• To manage safeguarding and child protection concerns in a timely manner and in line with FA requirements and guidance.
• To significantly contribute to implementing and maintaining The FA's Safeguarding Operating Standard for County FAs and driving safer practice in grassroots football.
• Lead on the implementation of The FA's Behaviour Improvement Programme by ensuring that we are tackling poor behaviour & raising standards in grassroots football across Bedfordshire.
• To support the adoption of FA technology systems across grassroots football.
• To comply with FA rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidance that are in place from time to time.

To view the full recruitment pack (which includes the role responsibilities and person specification) please CLICK HERE

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and Cover Letter (2 sides maximum) outlining how you meet the role responsibilities and person specification, by either email or post to:

• Nicholas Snelson, Head of Football Services, Bedfordshire FA via: Recruitment@BedfordshireFA.com
• Postal applications are to be addressed, Strictly Private and Confidential, for the attention of: Nicholas Snelson, Head of Football Services, Bedfordshire FA, Century House, Skimpot Road, Dunstable, LU5 4JU

The closing date for applications is midday on Friday, 13th February 2026.

The first round of interviews will be held online the week commencing Monday 23rd February 2026.

A second round of interviews will be held in person the week commencing Monday 2nd March 2026.

2 references will be required before the appointment of the role.

Due to the volume of applications received for most roles, we may only be able to contact candidates if they are shortlisted for interview. If you do not hear from us within five days of the closing date, you should assume your application has not been successful.

Somerset Activity & Sports Partnership is not responsible for the accuracy of information provided by third-parties and accepts no liability relating to any information contained on the site. If any contact details have been provided, It is recommended that you contact them directly.

Job Description –
Theology & Counselling Lecturer

Reports to:
Line management responsibilities:
Key relationships:

Location:

Programme Leader – Theology & Counselling
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Programme Leader – Theology & Counselling, Principal, Academic Dean,
Executive Team members, Programme Administrator – Theology &
Counselling
LST, Green Lane, Northwood, HA6 2UW

London School of Theology
London  School  of  Theology  (LST)  has  been  providing  academic  evangelical  theological  education  since  1943.  It  is
committed to serving the Church globally and training Christian disciples who transform wider society through their life
and witness. We have a bold vision of Forming Disciples, Resourcing Churches, Impacting Society.

Job Summary
LST  is  seeking  a  part-time  Theology  and  Counselling  faculty  member  to  lecture,  tutor,  supervise  and  undertake
professional and clinical oversight of level 4, 5 and 6 students, including setting and marking assessments, and group-
work facilitation.

Key Tasks
The following key tasks are indicative of the role. The list is not exhaustive and, in consultation with the post holder,
tasks  may  be  amended,  added  or  subtracted  in  response  to  changing  requirements  or  in  line  with  the  skills  and
experience of the post holder:

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Lecture, tutor, supervise and offer basic pastoral care for level 4, 5 and 6 students, including setting and marking
assessments, and group-work facilitation.

•  Professional  and  clinical  oversight  of students  in  line with  British  Association  for  Counselling  & Psychotherapy

(BACP) accredited course standards.

Lecturing
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Lecturing  includes  both  day-time  lectures,  termly  weekend  residentials  and  occasional  evening  classes  and
conferences.

Tutoring and supervising
•  Conduct of tutorials, seminars, clinical practice groups and process groups.
•  Supervise level 6 projects.
•  Basic pastoral care of students.

Assessments and marking
•  Setting assessments, and involvement in examination invigilation.
•  Marking and second marking of assignments within the agreed timescale.
•  Supervision and marking of level 6 projects.
•  Attendance at Assessment Boards.

        Career Development

•  Further study and personal development, including conferences, continuing education and training.

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General
•  Weekly attendance at Chapel.
•  Weekly attendance at the Theology and Counselling Team meeting.
•  Attendance at various groups and discussions when necessary and appropriate.
•  Preliminary and formal interviews of applications of prospective students.
•  Attendance at and active participation in the Academic Board, Programme Boards of Study, and other School

committees and meetings as required.
•  Attendance at School and faculty events:

•  Graduation Day
•  Away Days
•  Open Days during the week or on Saturday
•  Faculty  Development  Days
•  Faculty-wide meetings.

•  Any  other  reasonable  duties  as  required  by  the  Programme  Leader  -  Theology  and  Counselling  or

Academic Dean.

Requirements
•  The  post  holder  must  be  a  qualified  and  practicing  psychotherapist  and  be  accredited  with  the  BACP  or

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equivalent professional body.
It  is  essential that  the post holder  is  theologically well informed and  is  able to  teach to  an  advanced  level,
covering  a  range  of  subjects  and  modalities  relevant  to  an  integrated  theology  and  counselling  training
programme.
Lecturing experience at Higher Education level is desirable.

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•  Experience of the preparation of online lecture material and participation in online teaching.
•  Maintain good communication with administration and parallel lecturers on other BA programmes.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential (E)
Desirable (D)

Demonstrated at
Application (A)
Interview (I)

A qualified and practising psychotherapist accredited with the BACP or
equivalent professional body
An ability to teach to an advanced level, covering a range of subjects and
modalities relevant to the integration of theology and counselling training
Qualification in lecturing at Higher Education level, or other educational
qualification
MA or MSc in Counselling (Psychodynamics or equivalent)
Skills, experience and knowledge
Knowledge of a variety of theories and practices in relation to counselling
and psychotherapy
Proven track record and demonstrable ongoing professional development
Regular involvement in a local church
Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word,
Excel and PowerPoint
Lecturing experience at Higher Education level

Personal attributes

A person whose life and character reflect the character of Jesus Christ
Able to respond well to direction and correction
Highly collegial
Ability to work as part of a team
Enthusiastic, proactive and takes initiative

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We are seeking a collaborative and missional priest to join the Mold Mission Area, rooted in Llanferres, Gwernaffield, Rhydymwyn, Cilcain and Nannerch. This is an exciting opportunity to proclaim the Gospel, nurture close-knit communities, and develop worship in a variety of styles.

We are looking for someone who:

• will love and encourage our congregations
• will be a visible presence in our communities
• can engage with families and schools
• will work collaboratively with clergy and lay ministers
• appreciates Welsh culture and heritage.

For an informal discussion aboutthe role, contact: Kevin Weston, Mission Area Leader: 07990 596372 / kevinweston@cinw.org.uk.

Closing date: Noon, 2 February
Interviews: 11 February 2026

Please return your application form to pamelavernon@cinw.org.uk 

Support Practitioner Homeless Service

• Job Reference: 00004486-1
• Date Posted: 9 January 2026
• Recruiter: YMCA Together
• Location: Liverpool
• Salary: £27,924.41
• Role: Frontline jobs
• Job type: Permanent
• Work hours: Full Time

Job Description

Support Worker

Location: Homeless Service

Salary: £27,924.41 per annum

Hours: 38.4 hrs per week, averaging out at 37.5 over the year, Mix of early, late and weekend shifts on a rolling rota, including weekends and bank holidays

Job Type: Permanent/Fixed Term

Shortlisting; TBC

Interview: TBC

Why this role would be great for you

As a Support Worker at YMCA Together, you will be an empathetic and caring individual dedicated to providing unconditional support to those experiencing homelessness and the effects of past traumatic incidents. Your role will involve creating a safe environment that empowers residents to make positive changes in their lives.

Everyone goes through periods of crisis at some point, and some individuals require additional support to navigate these challenging times. Your responsibility will be to assist our clients in a trauma-informed manner, enabling them to progress, whether that means following a recovery pathway or transitioning to more independent living. You will work as part of a team to achieve these goals alongside the person you are supporting, ensuring you always work with a person-centred approach

What your week may look like

· Welcoming new residents in line with the service’s policies and procedures, carrying out risk assessments and support plans

· Ensuring the basic needs of residents are met, including good quality accommodation and facilities, healthy food, advice and guidance and activities

· Maintaining excellent relationships with our key referrers, responding to referrals promptly and communicating daily with external agencies on behalf of the residents

· Work alongside the people in our services to ensure they are getting the best out of their stay

· Holding daily activities in service and encouraging participation, and ensuring involvement from the residents

· Carrying out the immediate support needs of residents as appropriate, providing crisis intervention where necessary and working with services

· Ensuring all health and safety and maintenance issues are raised promptly

· Participating in team meetings, supervision and reflective practice, encouraging open, honest and transparent feedback where continuous improvement is encouraged.

· Being flexible and responsive to the changing needs of the service, ensuring our SHREK values runs through all of the work that you do

· Promoting a supportive and inclusive culture within the service, valuing people and their diversity.

What can we offer you

Working with YMCA Together comes will a whole host of benefits. We hope that people will find deep personal fulfilment and purpose by working with alongside people in our services. Our teams are compassionate and supportive, fostering a strong sense of community. With opportunities for professional growth, YMCA together offers training to support your role and personal development. For a full list of benefits see here: Careers Page | YMCA Together

The skills we are looking for

· EXPERIENCE– Ideally, you will have a background of working within a charity, community project and/or previous involvement in homeless service or working with women with complex behaviours. You will know about supporting people with challenging and complex behaviours, including substance misuse and Mental Health, within a 24-hour residential support service

· KNOWLEDGE – A basic understanding of relevant and appropriate legislation, including welfare benefits and housing law. An understanding of health and safety requirements in the workplace

· COMMUNICATION – Excellent communication, fostering a respectful, collaborative and professional approach to the people who you work alongside, ensuring confidentiality at all times

· EMPATHY and RESPECT – The ability to empower people to make positive changes, showing empathy whilst maintaining professional boundaries

· COMMITMENT – The ability to work in an innovative and solutions-focused way, including reflecting and learning as you go, and a willingness to flex and adapt approaches as needed

· ORGANISATION – Strong time management and the abi...

מלגזנ/ית (רישיון אינו חובה)

המשרה כבר אוישה. תודה על ההתעניינות!

לארגון לקט ישראל העוסק בהצלת עודפי מזון והעברתו לנזקקים דרוש/ה מלגזנ/ית.
במסגרת התפקיד:
עבודה על מלגזה
ארגון, סידור וביצוע עבודות מחסן
אריזת משטחים והעמסתם על משאיות*יש אפשרות לעשות רישיון מלגזה על חשבון הארגון

נכונות לעבודה פיזית – חובה
ניידות – חובה (המרכז הלוגיסטי אינו נגיש לתחבורה ציבורית)
ניסיון קודם על מלגזה – יתרון משמעותי
המשרה מיועדת לנשים ולגברים כאחד

לקט ישראל הוא ארגון הצלת המזון הלאומי של ישראל. הארגון אחראי לאיסוף עודפי מזון טריים ומזינים: פירות וירקות משדות של חקלאים ובתי אריזה, מזון מבושל מבתי מלון, מבסיסי צה”ל, מטבחים מוסדיים ועוד, וחלוקתם באמצעות עמותות שותפות למאות אלפי נזקקים מדי שבוע בכל רחבי הארץ.

האוכלוסיות המקבלות את המזון המוצל הינן ממעמד סוציו אקונומי נמוך וסובלות מאי-ביטחון תזונתי. בקרב אוכלוסיות אלו אין גישה סדירה למזון בריא, וכן חסרים הידע והמודעות בנושאי תזונה נבונה והשפעתה על הבריאות. אוכלוסיות אלה הן בעיקר: קשישים, ניצולי שואה, ילדים בסיכון ומשפחות במצוקה.

אנו בלקט ישראל מאמינים כי המשאב החשוב ביותר הוא המשאב האנושי, על כן אנו מחפשים עובדים טובים ואיכותיים השואפים להגשים את מטרות הארגון.

אתם מוזמנים להצטרף לעשייה המשמעותית של לקט ישראל ולשלוח את קורות החיים שלכם למשרה המוצעת.

תיאור המשרה

לארגון לקט ישראל העוסק בהצלת עודפי מזון והעברתו לנזקקים דרוש/ה מלגזנ/ית.
במסגרת התפקיד:
עבודה על מלגזה
ארגון, סידור וביצוע עבודות מחסן
אריזת משטחים והעמסתם על משאיות*יש אפשרות לעשות רישיון מלגזה על חשבון הארגון*

דרישות המשרה

נכונות לעבודה פיזית – חובה
ניידות – חובה (המרכז הלוגיסטי אינו נגיש לתחבורה ציבורית)
ניסיון קודם על מלגזה – יתרון משמעותי
המשרה מיועדת לנשים ולגברים כאחד

אודות לקט ישראל

לקט ישראל הוא ארגון הצלת המזון הלאומי של ישראל. הארגון אחראי לאיסוף עודפי מזון טריים ומזינים: פירות וירקות משדות של חקלאים ובתי אריזה, מזון מבושל מבתי מלון, מבסיסי צה”ל, מטבחים מוסדיים ועוד, וחלוקתם באמצעות עמותות שותפות למאות אלפי נזקקים מדי שבוע בכל רחבי הארץ.

האוכלוסיות המקבלות את המזון המוצל הינן ממעמד סוציו אקונומי נמוך וסובלות מאי-ביטחון תזונתי. בקרב אוכלוסיות אלו אין גישה סדירה למזון בריא, וכן חסרים הידע והמודעות בנושאי תזונה נבונה והשפעתה על הבריאות. אוכלוסיות אלה הן בעיקר: קשישים, ניצולי שואה, ילדים בסיכון ומשפחות במצוקה.

אנו בלקט ישראל מאמינים כי המשאב החשוב ביותר הוא המשאב האנושי, על כן אנו מחפשים עובדים טובים ואיכותיים השואפים להגשים את מטרות הארגון.

אתם מוזמנים להצטרף לעשייה המשמעותית של לקט ישראל ולשלוח את קורות החיים שלכם למשרה המוצעת.

Antonine All Stars
Youth group Support worker

About us
We, at Antonine Court are a standalone centre, our main ethos is providing a
person-centred approach to supporting young people who utilise the service
and seeing beyond disabilities with a unique family friendly feel.
Antonine Court has been established for more than 30 years and is a centre of
excellence in its field. The staff shared vision of providing the highest level of
care and support to educate and enable those young people with varying
abilities and their families to reach their full potential within their own goals and
aspirations whilst having lots of fun.
We are a day resource based in Drumchapel, Glasgow. We provide a safe
nurturing environment using a holistic and therapeutic approach and focus on
enabling everyone to reach their own potential whilst keeping it fun. We offer a
timetable of activities which is tailored around individuals’ outcomes, likes and
choices.

Hours to be confirmed

Staff
Working for Antonine Court we pride ourselves on the care and support we
offer looking effortless so, our staff are naturally nurturing, caring, reliable,
flexible and passionate with a unique personality to bring a smile to all, each
and every day. Having that bit of “fun” is important to the unique service.
Our standards are set high, and we strive to keep them so by challenging
practice every day. In return you will be part of a friendly supportive
professional team and receive:
· 32 days holiday per annum and increases after 5 and 10 years.
· Full mandatory training as well as extensive identified optional training and
development opportunities.
· Fully funded SVQ options
· Paid PVG membership
· Pension contributions if desired
· Cycle to work scheme.
· You will work in a supportive environment with a hands-on encouragement
from our management team.

Job requirements
· Preferred that you have experience in a similar role working with young
people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, complex needs, epilepsy,
and Autism. This may not be necessary should you possess the right qualities,

skills and learning attitude that shows that you are open and happy to grow
and develop with the organisation, then you’re the person for us!
- Must have SVQ3 childcare
· Fully flexible
· Be able to follow a detailed care plan along with completing daily logs.
· Be vaccinated against COVID 19 and be willing to continually receive any
recommended boosters.
· Be willing to volunteer for the occasional social evenings.
· Be inclusive of all, friendly and approachable.
· Taking ownership of your role, assessing risk, organising, and using excellent
communication skills.
· Team working and ability to use your own initiative.
If you would like to be part of our unique team and bring that something
special to someone’s life whilst receiving a very competitive salary, we would
love to hear from you.

Contact
janedoran@antonine.org

Job Type: part time then hours may grow

Benefits:

•  Cycle to work scheme

Schedule:

•  Holidays

Ability to commute/relocate:

•  Glasgow: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work

(required)

Education:

•  GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Language:

•  English

Licence/Certification:

•  Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person on site
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £13.61 per hour
Expected hours: 16 per week
Benefits:

•  Company pension
•  Cycle to work scheme

Experience:

•  working in social care supporting individuals: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person