• Inspire worship and discipleshipacross three distinct churches, embracing their varied traditions while encouraging growth and creativity.
• Be a visible presencein Winshill, Bretby and Stapenhill, building relationships within the church and wider community.
• Lead with openness and sensitivity, working alongside committed lay teams to nurture faith and strengthen outreach.
• Engage with all ages, especially children, young people and families, and develop links with local schools and organisations.
• Champion inclusion and pastoral care, offering hope and hospitality in contexts of social and economic challenge.

These parishes offer a rich mix of rural and suburban life. St Mark’s in Winshill is a hub of community activity with strong outreach and eco-church commitment. St Wystan’s in Bretby provides a faithful rural presence with deep roots and a warm welcome. Immanuel, Stapenhill serves a growing estate with a flexible building and a vision to be the spiritual heart of its community. Together, they share a longing to grow younger, deepen discipleship, and explore new ways of being church.

You will be supported by experienced churchwardens, PCCs, and a dedicated ministry team. The vicarage is a spacious four-bedroom home in Winshill, close to schools and local amenities.

The Diocese of Derby is committed to safeguarding. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. For information on safeguarding and recruitment checks, visit https://bit.ly/DODSaferRecruitment.

For an informal conversation, contact:
The Venerable Matthew Trick, Archdeacon of Derby City and South Derbyshire
matthew.trick@derby.anglican.org | 01332 388684

For further information and to apply, please use the links below:

Letter from the Bishop of Derby

Closing date:  Noon, Thursday 26^th February 2026
Interviews:  Thursday 26^th March 2026

Volunteer Family Support Worker

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Role Purpose:

Location:

To offer one to one practical and emotional support to families
living in Bath and North East Somerset in their homes or
groups.

Office base at Meade House, Wedgwood Road, Bath, BA2
1QN.  Clients or groups will be located anywhere in Bath and
North East Somerset.

Responsible to:

Family Services Manager

Hours:

Benefits:

To be agreed

  A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued.
  Training and development opportunities
  Volunteer travel/mileage allowance.
  On-site parking.

DBS Check:

All Southside’s appointments are subject to satisfactory DBS
checks and references.

Equal Opportunities:

The worker will be expected to implement Southside’s Equity,
Diversity and Inclusion Policy in all aspects of their work.

Child Protection and
Safeguarding Vulnerable
Adults:

Southside
is  committed  to  protecting,  safeguarding  and
promoting  the  welfare  of  all  children,  young  people  and
vulnerable adults and expects all staff, volunteers and partners
to  endorse
follow  appropriate
procedures  to  ensure  staff  and  volunteers  are  trained  and
supported to respond appropriately, efficiently and sensitively
to child protection and safeguarding concerns.

this  commitment.  We

Confidentiality:

The  worker  will  be  expected  to  abide  by  Southside’s
Confidentiality Policy at all times.

Information Governance:

The worker will be expected to follow Southside’s
Information Governance policies and procedures as
defined by the NHS Toolkit.

The below will be dependent on the commitment the volunteer is able to give and their
desire  for  involvement  and  learning.  All  post  requirements  can  be  reasonably  adjusted
according to the volunteer’s commitment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities of the Post:

  To offer practical help, advice and emotional support to families in their homes or

groups.

  To  accompany families  to medical, social care, school or other  appointments  as

agreed with Family Support Manager.

  To provide families with information about other services and help them to access

these services.

  To attend external meetings, staff meetings and training as agreed.

  To maintain detailed notes on the work with families/carers on the database.

Other Duties:

  To attend 1-1s and clinical supervision.

  Work at all times within the policies, procedures and ethos of Southside.

  Whilst this role description attempts to cover the main duties of the post, it is not

exhaustive.

ATTRIBUTES

Education and
qualifications

ESSENTIAL

DESIRABLE

A good general standard of education.

Experience

Some knowledge of child development and adult attachment relationships.

Interest in working in community groups.

Experience of working with families with
complex needs. E.g. drugs and alcohol, mental
health issues and domestic and sexual abuse.

Skills and Abilities

Ability to:

  make and keep personal and professional boundaries.
  engage with vulnerable service users and carers in a genuine and respectful way.

recognise the need for and aim of intervention in the lives of parents and carers,
as well as potential dangers and limitations.

  work effectively as a supportive team player as well as on one’s own initiative.

A willingness to utilise technology to perform the role e.g video calls, Microsoft Office and
database.

Pro-active and confident communicator with excellent inter-personal and communication
skills

Knowledge of benefits, housing and
homelessness issues.

Personal qualities

An understanding of risk assessment and risk management.

Self-awareness and the ability to regulate and contain one’s own feelings and behaviour,
and the ability to seek support when needed.

A commitment to being open and curious to
continuous learning.

Hold full driving licence and have access to a
car at all times.

Candidate Pack
Specialist Caseworker Families

Candidate Information Pack
Post: Specialist Caseworker Families
Salary: £27,445

Contents

About The Role .......................................................................................................... 2
Job Description....................................................................................................... 2
Main purpose of role .............................................................................................. 2
Responsibilities ...................................................................................................... 2
Person specification ............................................................................................... 3
Additional Considerations .......................................................................................... 4
How to Apply .............................................................................................................. 5
Your Application ..................................................................................................... 5
Equity Diversity and Inclusion ................................................................................ 5
Data Protection....................................................................................................... 6
About Safer London ................................................................................................... 6
Why working for us is different .................................................................................. 6
Our Benefits in Full .................................................................................................... 7

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About The Role

In this impactful role, you will cultivate strong trusting relationships with parents and
carers, offering personalised support on a one-to-one basis. Your responsibilities
will encompass a diverse range of direct support and advocacy, with a focus on
safeguarding and the wellbeing of parents and carers whose child/ren are affected
by violence and exploitation.

Job Description

Specialist Caseworker Families

Job Title
Reporting to   Service Manager
Contract

Location

Hours

Salary

Permanent (subject to funding)
Face-to-face delivery pan-London, agile working for all other
duties
32 hours per week (Safer London is a 4 day/32 hour (FTE) working
week organisation)
Grade B £27,445

Main purpose of role

In this role, you will work alongside parents or carers whose children have
been exposed to or are at risk of exploitation or violence.

Within your role as a Specialist Family Caseworker, you will provide support to
parents and carers to help them gain a greater understanding of the challenges
young Londoners and their families often face and work alongside them to secure
the safety and positive outcomes they want for their children and family.

You will be expected to provide robust risk and needs assessments that reflect the
contexts within which harm has occurred, and to work collaboratively with
partnership agencies to reduce risk and secure services and support. The context
that many children and their families are living within can be challenging and a key
part of your role is to support families to manage their own emotional wellbeing in
what can be difficult circumstances. Alongside this, you should be able to
demonstrate how you manage your own wellbeing to enable us to offer the very best
services to parents and carers.

Responsibilities

•  Delivering effective one-to-one support to families in line with Safer
•  London’s Service models and in collaboration with them so that their voice is

at the centre of all we do, and they receive the support they need.
•  Carrying out robust risk assessments and strengths-based needs
assessments, with safeguarding as the priority, to ensure the most
appropriate intervention is offered and risks are managed and escalated
appropriately. This also ensures that priority areas of work are focussed on.

2

•  Accurately maintaining essential records, ensuring high-quality case
recording, utilising our in-house bespoke case recording system.

•  Completing reports (which may be shared with statutory bodies such as the
police, courts, and children social care, and which can be shared with the
family) that accurately reflect the work undertaken in a professional manner.
•  Maintaining effective communication, both written and verbal, whether this is

•

virtual or face-to-face.
Identifying and completing risk assessments for spaces, places and services
where families and young Londoners feel safe enough to engage in
meaningful interventions/ activities.

•  Making appropriate onward referrals and signposting children, young people
and their families to support services and positive activities as and when
required. Where necessary, advocating for them to get the services they are
entitled to.

•  Working with partners, communities and other key stakeholders to deliver ...

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Senior Care Lead - Night - Maternity Cover!

At Avante Care & Support, we are on a mission to transform the lives of the elderly, including those facing the challenges of dementia. Join us in creating vibrant, fulfilling experiences that resonate with our residents!

**About the Role:**

As a Senior Care Lead, you'll be at the heart of our caregiving team, influencing the quality of life for each resident. Collaborating closely with the Manager and Deputy Manager, you’ll lead by example, inspire a dedicated team, and ensure that our residents receive exceptional, person-centered care that not only meets but surpasses regulatory standards.

**What You'll Do:**

- Deliver heartfelt, personalized care that reflects each resident’s unique needs

.- Supervise and empower a team of Care Service Assistants to deliver outstanding service.

- Uphold and enhance care practices aligned with Avante’s Philosophy of Care and the innovative Eden Alternative principles

.- Step into leadership during the management team’s absence, providing stability and guidance.

- Contribute to the training and development of staff, ensuring we maintain the highest standards of quality and compliance.- Foster a safe, welcoming environment that feels like home for residents, staff, and visitors alike.

**What We’re Looking For:**

- A compassionate and professional leader eager to make a significant impact in the lives of others.

- Experience in residential care with demonstrated leadership capabilities.

- A commitment to delivering safe, high-quality care and mentoring your team to reach their full potential.

**Why Join Us?**  

✨ **Competitive Pay**

✨ **FREE DBS Check & Uniform**

✨ **Flexible Working Patterns**

✨ **Pension Contributions**

✨ **Exclusive Staff Discounts at 800+ Retailers**

✨ **Training & Career Progression Opportunities**

✨ **24/7 Access to GP & Counseling**

✨ **Employee Recognition Awards**

✨ **Life Assurance**

**Ready to Make a Real Impact?** 

 Join us in making a difference in the lives of our residents! Apply today through our online careers portal.

Closing Date - February 12th 2026.

*Please note: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. Unfortunately, we cannot notify those who are not selected at the shortlisting stage. Thank you for your interest in Avante Care & Support!*

*(All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.)*  

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University of California, Santa Cruz

Dean, Social Sciences Division

The University of California, Santa Cruz, seeks a collaborative leader and strategic convener to serve as the Dean of the Social Sciences Division.  The Dean serves as the executive officer of the Division and partners closely with the Campus Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor to lead the Division and help guide the academic program of one of the nation’s most distinctive research universities through a period of transformative opportunity and change. The Dean will join a highly collegial and collaborative group of academic leaders and be expected to work closely with the deans of the four other academic divisions (Arts, Engineering, Humanities, Physical and Biological Sciences).

Set within 2,000 acres of coastal redwood forest overlooking Monterey Bay, UC Santa Cruz is a top-tier public research university that combines academic excellence with a bold commitment to access, sustainability, and social impact. With a total enrollment of nearly 20,000 students—approximately 17,370 undergraduates and 1,890 graduate students—UC Santa Cruz is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU) and holds R1 status. In fiscal year 2024, UC Santa Cruz secured over $250 million in extramural research funding, reflecting a dynamic research enterprise. The University’s annual operating budget exceeds $1 billion, with core funds supporting its mission of teaching, research, and public service. Guided by its strategic plan, Leading the Change, UC Santa Cruz is advancing student success, interdisciplinary innovation, and inclusive excellence.

The Division of Social Sciences at UC Santa Cruz encompasses eight academic departments: Anthropology, Economics, Education, Environmental Studies, Latin American and Latino Studies, Politics, Psychology, and Sociology. It is the largest division on campus, enrolling roughly 36% of UCSC’s undergraduates and 17% of its graduate students. The Division offers fifteen undergraduate majors, four master’s programs, and eight doctoral programs—many of them interdisciplinary in scope and design.

Research in Social Sciences is supported by a wide array of interdisciplinary centers and initiatives that address critical social, economic, and policy issues. These include the Center for Agroecology, which manages a 35‑acre organic farm in partnership with UCSC’s Agricultural Experiment Station, as well as the Center for Economic Justice and Action, the Center for Integrated Spatial Research, the Dolores Huerta Research Center for the Americas, the Center for Analytical Finance, the Science and Justice Research Center, the Center for Statistical Analysis in Social Sciences, the Kenneth S. Norris Center for Natural History, the Center for Labor and Community, the Right Livelihood Center, and the Institute for Social Transformation. The Division also houses two residential undergraduate colleges—College Nine and John R. Lewis College—whose Provost reports to the Dean and the Vice Provost and Dean of Undergraduate Education. In total, the Dean oversees a $40 million budget, approximately 150 full‑time faculty, and more than 100 staff members dedicated to advancing the Division’s teaching, research, and public service mission.

The next Dean of Social Sciences at UC Santa Cruz will assume this role at a pivotal time. As the Division with the largest undergraduate enrollment, a diverse interdisciplinary research portfolio, and a deep commitment to social justice, Social Sciences requires an experienced leader who will lead with vision and creativity. Navigating fiscal realities while driving innovation within the Division, the Dean will be tasked with strengthening research and teaching infrastructure, advancing graduate pathways, enriching experiential learning, deepening community engagement, and amplifying the Division’s impact locally and globally.

Equally critical will be the Dean’s role in expanding fundraising and strategic partnerships. The Dean must articulate a compelling vision that attracts transformative investments and cultivates collaborations with industry, government, and nonprofits. Through courageous leadership, creative problem‑solving, and a commitment to socially engaged scholarship, the next Dean will position Social Sciences as a dynamic, resilient, and globally impactful division,...

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Salary: £18,673 per annum (based on 28 hours per week off the £12.60 per hour (Real Living Wage))

Based: HMP Norwich Visitors’ Centre

Working Hours and Patterns:

• The work pattern covers 28 hours per week as follows:
• Tuesdays 8.30am to 4.30pm (7.5 hours with 30-minute unpaid break), Wednesdays 10am to 4.30pm (6 hours with 30-minute unpaid break), Thursdays 8.30am to 4.30pm (7.5 hours with 30-minute unpaid break) and Saturdays 8:30am to 4pm (7 hours with 30-minute unpaid break)
• Although a degree of flexibility will be required at times to meet operational demand.

We have opportunities to join our experienced and dedicated Family Services Team working within the visitors’ centre at HMP Norwich providing a personal welcome for first-time and returning visitors to help them access the services available to them.

HMP Norwich, part of the main HMP Estate. offers a varied and exciting opportunity to work in a busy yet rewarding environment where no two days are the same. You will be required to obtain and retain enhanced security vetting for this role.

We are seeking Family Support Worker to join the team in providing effective and efficient running of the Visitor Centre, Tea Bar, Play Area in the Prison Visits Hall, assist on Family Days to ensure prisoners and their families have a valuable visiting experience, improving the quality of visits for children, young people and families helping to maintain positive, healthy and supportive family relationships.

Ideally you will have experience of dealing with people in a customer service-based role and be able to demonstrate excellent communication and problem-solving skills sometimes under challenging circumstances whilst embracing a non-judgemental and empathetic work ethic.

For this post we are particularly looking for you to have experience of working in the catering/hospitality sector as it will focus on running/working in the Tea Bar.

To apply, please click on the apply online button

Closing date for applications: 9am, Wednesday, 28 th January 2026

Safeguarding and DBS requirements for your role: Ormiston Families is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. We are an equal opportunities employer; we value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing Date: 28/01/2026

Norfolk

£18,673 per annum (based on 28 hours per week off the £12.60 per hour (Real Living Wage))

Support our work and be in with a chance of winning a £25,000 jackpot every week!

• Location:Haringey VCS
• Closing Date:29 January 2026
• Pro Rata Salary:30,246.94
• Contract Type:Permanent
• Working Location Type:On- Site
• Hours per week:39

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 Community Engagement Officer to play a pivotal role in our Haringey HVCS Service.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

This role involves working within a multidisciplinary NHS team to support adults with moderate to severe mental illness by holding a caseload of service users and serving as their key contact throughout care planning, progress monitoring, and discharge, using the RiO system. The post-holder collaborates with individuals to develop person-centred recovery plans focused on social goals and community integration, building therapeutic relationships through trauma-informed, strength-based approaches. They support access to local resources, appointments, wellbeing activities, and peer or psychoeducational groups, while promoting recovery-focused, jargon-free communication and advocating for co-production and integrated care. Liaising with statutory and voluntary organisations ensures smooth service navigation and warm handovers, while active participation in clinical meetings and community events helps represent both Hestia and the Community Mental Health Team. The role also requires accurate documentation of all support activity, adherence to safeguarding and health and safety procedures, and engagement in supervision, training, and continuous professional development.

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.

The ideal candidate will hold an NVQ Level 4 in Care or possess at least two years' experience working in a mental health setting, with a strong understanding of mental health issues, recovery principles, and co-production. They will have a solid grasp of care planning, risk assessment, recovery tools, and relevant legislation such as the Mental Health Act. The role requires excellent communication and relationship-building skills, alongside the ability to facilitate groups effectively. Candidates must be confident using IT systems, including electronic case management tools, and be able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. A commitment to person-centred, trauma-informed practice is essential, as is resilience, adaptability, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries. Desirable attributes include lived experience of mental illness or secondary care services, peer support training, familiarity with local resources, and skills in training, mentoring, report writing, presentations, or multilingual communication.

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

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• Location:Haringey VCS
• Closing Date:29 January 2026
• Pro Rata Salary:30,246.94
• Contract Type:Permanent
• Working Location Type:On- Site
• Hours per week:39

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 Community Engagement Practitioner to play a pivotal role in our Haringey Volunteer Community Service in Haringey.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

This role involves working within a multidisciplinary NHS team to support adults with moderate to severe mental illness by holding a caseload of service users and serving as their key contact throughout care planning, progress monitoring, and discharge, using the RiO system. The post-holder collaborates with individuals to develop person-centred recovery plans focused on social goals and community integration, building therapeutic relationships through trauma-informed, strength-based approaches. They support access to local resources, appointments, wellbeing activities, and peer or psychoeducational groups, while promoting recovery-focused, jargon-free communication and advocating for co-production and integrated care. Liaising with statutory and voluntary organisations ensures smooth service navigation and warm handovers, while active participation in clinical meetings and community events helps represent both Hestia and the Community Mental Health Team. The role also requires accurate documentation of all support activity, adherence to safeguarding and health and safety procedures, and engagement in supervision, training, and continuous professional development.

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.

The ideal candidate will hold an NVQ Level 4 in Care or possess at least two years' experience working in a mental health setting, with a strong understanding of mental health issues, recovery principles, and co-production. They will have a solid grasp of care planning, risk assessment, recovery tools, and relevant legislation such as the Mental Health Act. The role requires excellent communication and relationship-building skills, alongside the ability to facilitate groups effectively. Candidates must be confident using IT systems, including electronic case management tools, and be able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. A commitment to person-centred, trauma-informed practice is essential, as is resilience, adaptability, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries. Desirable attributes include lived experience of mental illness or secondary care services, peer support training, familiarity with local resources, and skills in training, mentoring, report writing, presentations, or multilingual communication.

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.

• Location:Enfield VCS
• Closing Date:29 January 2026
• Pro Rata Salary:30,246.94
• Contract Type:Permanent
• Working Location Type:On- Site
• Hours per week:39

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 Community Engagement Practitioner to play a pivotal role in our Enfield VCS service.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary NHS team alongside clinicians, social workers, and community partners to support adults with moderate to severe mental illness. Holding a caseload of service users, you will act as their key contact, contributing to care planning, monitoring progress, and supporting safe discharge using the RiO clinical records system. Together with service users, you will develop person-centred recovery plans focused on social goals and community integration, building strong therapeutic relationships through trauma-informed and strength-based approaches. You will help individuals access local resources, attend appointments, and engage in wellbeing activities, peer support, and psychoeducational groups. Collaboration is central to the role, as you will liaise with statutory and voluntary organisations, attend clinical meetings and community events, and advocate for recovery-focused, jargon-free communication. You will ensure accurate documentation, uphold safeguarding and health & safety standards, and actively participate in supervision, training, and professional development.

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 someone with NVQ Level 4 in Care (or equivalent) or at least two years' experience in a mental health setting. You will bring a strong understanding of mental health issues, recovery, and co-production principles, alongside experience of working collaboratively with professionals, services, and communities. Knowledge of care planning, risk assessment, recovery tools, and the Mental Health Act is essential, as are excellent communication, relationship-building, and group facilitation skills. You should be confident using IT systems, resilient and adaptable, able to work independently or as part of a team, and committed to person-centred, trauma-informed practice.

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.

Important Information for Candidates

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Working Pattern: part-time, 25 hours per week Reporting to: Education Department Salary: Dependent upon experience and qualifications Location: Green Lane Masjid and Community Centre

BACKGROUND TO GLMCC:

Green Lane Masjid and Community Centre is a leading UK mosque situated in the heart of Birmingham serving the community since 1979. Operating from its award-winning grade II listed Victorian building, GLMCC fulfils its mission of inspiring, educating and serving through its educational college, outreach work, welfare services, youth work, international humanitarian wing, as well as its fully functional mosque which is attended by thousands every week

1. PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

Green Lane Masjid & Community Centre (GLMCC) seeks to appoint a Weekend Imam and Qur’an Teacher to take a supporting role in the Centre’s religious and educational activities. The main purpose of the post is to lead designated prayers, support Qur’an teaching and Madrassah provision, and contribute to the spiritual development of the community in accordance with the Qur’an and the Sunnah.

2. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE ROLE

Teaching, Learning and Assessments

• Lead designated prayers as part of the agreed rota, including weekend prayers. • Lead additional prayers as required including but not limited to; taraweeh & funeral. • Play a pivotal role in the Madrassah pure hifdh project as a teacher and leader. • Act as a religious ambassador and role model. • Facilitate Mosque visits as and when required. • Assess, monitor, record and report on the learning needs, progress and achievements of pupils, making accurate and productive use of assessment. • Support the delivery of Qur’an classes and related activities, as required. • Support the Madrassah programme by assisting with Qur’an assessment, student development, and continuity of learning.

Training, Development and Appraisal

• Attend all scheduled staff training sessions including day, weekend or evening courses • Maintain updated individual Continuous Professional Development record • Participate in further training and development, as required, in order to improve own teaching • Actively engage with the madrasah’s monitoring and evaluation cycles in order to evaluate teaching performances • Participate with performance management of professional practice

Personal and professional conduct

• Uphold public trust in the Masjid by maintaining high standards of etiquette and behaviour, within and outside the Madrasah premises • Maintain professional regard for the ethos, policies and procedures of the Madrasah and maintain high standards of attendance and punctuality

Relationships with others

• Collaborate and work with colleagues, and other relevant professionals within and beyond the Madrasah. • Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents/carers, the community and Masjid and ensure all communication is consistent with the Madrasah’s ethos

Health, Safety and Discipline:

• Promote safeguarding • Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils • Maintain good order and discipline in pupils, managing behaviour effectively, to ensure a good and safe learning environment • Ensure the safety and good conduct among pupils by carrying out an appropriate share of supervision of pupils on their arrival at and departure from Madrasah

Other Responsibilities

• Notify the Madrasah Coordinator/Hifdh Lead as early as possible of any absence or lateness, and set appropriate cover work • Register daily pupil attendance, and inform management of consistent pupil absences and lateness • Carry out any such duties as may be reasonably required • Participate in Madrasah Parents’ Evenings, award ceremonies, and assemblies as directed by the Madrasah Coordinator/ Hifdh Lead

3. PERSON SPECIFICATION (EXPERIENCE, ATTRIBUTES, QUALIFICATIONS)

CRITERIA

ESSENTIAL/ DESIRABLE

QUALIFICATIONS:

1

Ijazah’s in the various modes of Quran recitation.

ESSENTIAL

2

Islamic studies qualification and/or structured learning with prominent scholars for a lengthy period of time.

ESSENTIAL

EXPERIENCE:

3

Competency in the recitation of the Quran

ESSENTIAL

4

Experienced imam who has been leading taraweeh for the past 5-10 years

ESSENTIAL

5

Experience of teaching youth and adults.

ESSENTIAL

6

Experienced counsellor or history of administering pastoral care

DESIREABLE

7

Strong record of teaching both youth and adults in formal or informal settings

DESIREABLE

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

4

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The salary for this post is £6,552.00

( based on the Real Living Wage of £22,932 FTE per annum or £12.60 per hour)

Based: HMP Chelmsford Visitors’ Centre

Working Pattern:

We run the visit centre on Mondays/Tuesdays/Wednesdays/Thursdays/Saturdays & Sundays and have a rota-based shift pattern available as below:

• Based on a rota working 10 hours average per week working every Monday 5.25 hours (11.15am – 4.30pm) and every other weekend (both Saturday and Sunday) 4.75 hours (11.30am – 4.15pm)
• For all options a degree of flexibility will be required at times to meet operational demand.

We have opportunities to join our experienced and dedicated Family Services team working within the visitors’ centre at HMP Chelmsford providing a personal welcome for first-time and returning visitors to help them access the services available to them.

HMP Chelmsford part of the main HMP Estate offers a varied and exciting opportunity to work in a busy yet rewarding environment where no two days are the same. You will be required to obtain and retain enhanced security vetting for this role.

We are seeking Family Support Worker to join the team in providing effective and efficient running of the Visitor Centre, Tea Bar, Play Area in the Prison Visits Hall, assist on Family Days to ensure prisoners and their families have a valuable visiting experience, improving the quality of visits for children, young people and families helping to maintain positive, healthy and supportive family relationships.

Ideally you will have experience of dealing with people in a customer service-based role and be able to demonstrate excellent communication and problem-solving skills sometimes under challenging circumstances whilst embracing a non-judgemental and empathetic work ethic.

To apply, please click on the apply online button

Closing date for applications:  9am, Monday 26 th January 2026

Safeguarding and DBS requirements for your role: Ormiston Families is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. We are an equal opportunities employer; we value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing Date: 26/01/2026

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£6,552.00 (based on the Real Living Wage of £22,932 FTE per annum or £12.60 per hour)

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• Job Number
• SU01369
• Contract Type
• Fixed Term
• Salary
• £39,355 to £45,413 per annum
• Working Pattern
• Part Time
• Faculty/Directorate
• Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Science
• Location
• Singleton Campus, Swansea
• Closing Date
• 1 Feb 2026
• Interview Date
• 11 Feb 2026
• Informal Enquiries
• • Dr Tracey Maegusuku-Hewett (Saesneg/ English) t.maegusuku-hewett@swansea.ac.uk
  • Carla Dewick (Cymraeg/ Welsh) Carla.dewick@swansea.ac.uk
• Dr Tracey Maegusuku-Hewett (Saesneg/ English)

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Swansea University is a research-led university that has been making a difference since 1920. The University community thrives on exploration and discovery and offers the right balance of excellent teaching and research, matched by an enviable quality of life.

Our stunning waterfront campuses and multicultural community make us a desirable workplace for colleagues from around the world. Our reward and benefits, and ways of working enable those who join us to have enriching careers, matched by an excellent work-life balance.

About The Role

This is a fixed term role, until 30^th September 2028 working 28 hours per week.

The Department of Social Work is a reputed provider of pre and post qualifying social work education and research. Located within the School of Health and Social Care at Swansea University, the department is dedicated to the provision of high quality inclusive social work education and to working in partnership with students, citizens, Social Care Wales and our Local Authority partner organisations.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is an experienced fluent Welsh speaker, with a professional background in social work and training. The main role will involve teaching, assessing and supporting Welsh language students and help to strengthen the links between our various programmes of study and our key stakeholders via the Welsh language. The post-holder will work collaboratively with the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol and the University in adhering to the Welsh language strategy and help achieve the targets set for Welsh-medium provision and students electing to study through the medium of Welsh within this subject.

The post-holder will be a part of a wider community of academic staff at Swansea and throughout Wales who are working towards growing the Welsh language as a medium of teaching and research within the Department of Social Work

Academic Career Pathway

The pathway for this post is Education. The Academic Career Pathways (ACP) scheme is designed to ensure that academic strengths whether in research, teaching, the wider student experience, leadership or innovation and engagement, are all appropriately recognised, developed, valued, and rewarded. For further information, please see our ACP webpage.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.

As an inclusive and welcoming workplace, we value people for their skills regardless of their background. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English.

Welsh Language Skills

The Welsh language level required for this role is Level 3 - Fluently. The role holder will be able to conduct a fluent conversation in Welsh on a work-related matter and write original Welsh material with confidence.

The University is a proud bilingual institution, our Welsh Language Strategy outlines our aspiration to promote the language and enable our staff to engage with th...