Activities Coach
Living Potential Care Farming
Living Potential is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce for staff and volunteers. We actively encourage applications from the global majority (Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates) as they are under-represented within Living Potential and within the farming, outdoor and nature-based activities sectors.
Our Activity Coaches work primarily with our core team members in either a group or one to one basis and lead pre planned activities based around animal care, horticulture, catering and arts and crafts. Bushcraft/forest school and other nature based activities as well as farm maintenance are also carried out. We are working to showcase community regenerative farming in action and have several bases to work from, all set on a 500 acre working farm – no day is the same!
To be successful in the job you need:
- An interest and commitment to supporting those with learning disabilities, autism, mental health issues, challenging behaviour or complex needs.
- Experience in leading or supporting the delivery of learning activities or skills instruction
- Experience or a strong interest in at least one area of our programme activity eg farming, small animal care, horticulture, arts and crafts or catering, bushcraft/forest school
This role works directly with vulnerable adults and as such all job holders will be required to undergo and pass enhanced background checks. Living Potential is committed to staff wellbeing and offers pensions and a good annual leave package.
How to Apply
Please email Andrew on admin@livingpotentialcarefarming.org.uk for an application form and job description or phone on 07982 260428 for any questions you may have.
We are very happy to show you around so you can see the beautiful site and meet some animals, we can chat informally about the role.
Living Potential Care Farming
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Added
20/02/2025 -
Closing
23/12/2025 -
Location
Wetherby -
Hours
Part Time -
Salary
£12.60 per hour -
Contact
07982260428admin@livingpotentialcarefarming.org.uk
Young Peoples Practitioner – WEST EIM
Barca-Leeds
What will the role look like?
Commissioned by West Leeds AIP, the postholder will work across schools and education settings within the West Silc’s catchment. The postholder will provide creative and strength based interventions to young people referred for support due to risks outside the home (CSE/CGE) IT is expected that interventions will enable young people to overcome barriers and to reengage with education and learning.
What we are looking for?
The post holder will be expected to provide mentoring and intensive support for young people referred to the service. Provide access to a range of interventions that are planned around the needs of the young person. This could include group work, one to one support and access to holiday activities. Support the wider family as required, strengthening attachments and improving relationships. And advocate with schools and other professionals involved.
We are ideally looking for an immediate start.
How to Apply
To apply click here.
Barca-Leeds
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Added
18/12/2025 -
Closing
23/12/2025 -
Location
Leeds -
Hours
Part Time 30 hours Hours per week -
Salary
£25,392- £27,804 p/a (Pro rata) -
Contact
recruitment@barca-leeds.org
Become a Battle Scars trustee
Battle Scars
Battle Scars is a self-harm specific national charity based in South Leeds supporting people of all ages and genders affected by self-harm.
We’re looking for new trustees who have lived experience of self-harm and want to help shape a charity that truly understands and supports people who struggle with it.
Battle Scars is a small, survivor-led charity making a big impact across the UK. Our trustees guide our work and help ensure we grow in sustainable, creative, and effective ways.
What’s involved?
* Attend trustee meetings every 6-8 weeks on a Tuesday (in person at our premises in South Leeds) – some prep work required
* Provide insight, ideas and oversight into charity growth
* Help with specific areas like marketing, funding or strategy (as per your skillset)
* Support our values and amplify our voice
* Get involved with other charity business depending on your interests and availability
No previous trustee or board experience is required.
We are committed to a diverse, inclusive board. We especially encourage applications from:
* People from minority ethnic communities
* LGBTQIA+ individuals
* People with disabilities
* People from outside the charity sector
We particularly welcome people with skills or experience in:
- Marketing(especially from the private sector)
- Business strategy
- Fundraising and income generation
- Leadership and governance
- Digital and social media
Why join us?
Make a lasting impact
You’ll help shape a rare survivor-led charity supporting those who self-harm — an often misunderstood and underfunded area of mental health.
Use your experience for good
We value lived experience; It’s not a barrier — it’s a strength. We need people who truly “get it”.
Grow your skills
Being a trustee offers board-level experience, exposure to charity governance, and leadership development — valuable in any career.
Supportive environment
You’ll be part of a welcoming, understanding team. Mental health challenges aren’t just accepted — they’re respected.
Other benefits to you
- Board-level experience (great for your CV/career)
- Be part of something that truly understands self-harm
- Learn how a charity works behind the scenes
- Grow networks in mental health, social care, and voluntary sectors
- Channel your experience into something meaningful
- Have a purpose and make an important contribution
- Gain marketing/fundraising/strategy experience in a governance context
- Access to all Battle Scars trainingincl. training to volunteers
- Battle Scars membership
How to Apply
If you’re interested, please contact our founder and CEO, Jenny Groves jenny.groves@battle-scars.org.uk 07468 491578 for an informal chat about trusteeship and Battle Scars, and arrange to meet some of the trustees.
Battle Scars
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Added
01/07/2025 -
Closing
31/12/2025 -
Location
Leeds -
Hours
Part Time -
Salary
Voluntary -
Contact
07468491578jenny.groves@battle-scars.org.uk
Seasonal Outreach and Hub Worker
Change Grow Live
Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options.
Our core values are ‘Be open, be compassionate and be bold’ and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential.
We are seeking a compassionate and proactive individual to join our team in Leeds as a Seasonal Hub and Outreach Worker, dedicated to supporting people who are rough sleeping or at risk of homelessness. You will work across nights and weekends, delivering street outreach and night shelter support to help individuals make positive changes and move towards stable accommodation. This is a hands-on role that involves engaging with people at all times of day and night, building trusting relationships, and empowering them to express their strengths and aspirations while taking steps towards a more settled future.
Where: Leeds
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Full Time
Full time Salary: £27,861.26 – £32,002.35 (based on full time hours, pro rata for part time)
Contract Type: 12 Months Fixed Term
Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours
About the Role:
- Going on outreach shifts; these include early mornings, nights, and weekends. The service covers 7 days.
- Engaging with rough sleepers and people involved in street based anti-social behaviour.
- Working in the Winter night shelter/winter accommodation overnight in shifts over a 7 day period.
- Working with partner agencies to support service users to access accommodation, physical and mental health services, substance use treatment services, benefits etc.
- Accurately recording interactions with the people we work with, other professionals, and related support plans.
About You:
- Experience of engaging and providing meaningful support to individuals with complex support needs.
- Experience of communicating effectively with people requiring support.
- Experience of working in a hostel/supported housing environment.
- Experience of recording relevant sensitive information in a timely manner.
- Knowledge of at least one of the following issues around homelessness; the benefits system, substance use, mental or physical health, the criminal justice system, housing (Social and/or Private Rented).
- Some experience of supporting people who may be affected by homelessness, poor mental health and substance use.
- Knowledge of Safeguarding Procedures and their application
- Experience of working with people in crisis.
What we will give to you:
- 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years’ service “Capped at 30 days”
- Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week along with a ‘Wellness’ hub and Employee Assist Programme
- Contributory pension scheme
- A great selection of benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, fitness etc.
- A friendly and supportive team
- Training, career development & progression opportunities
- Refer a friend scheme and receive vouchers if candidate is successful.
Please read attached Job Description and Role Specifics for a more detailed outline of responsibilities and Person Specification
Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.
Please pay specific attention to your personal statement which will be used for shortlisting for this role.
Direct applications only — we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.
Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here: Skilled Worker visa: Overview – GOV.UK
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
How to Apply
Change Grow Live
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Added
18/12/2025 -
Closing
22/12/2025 -
Location
Leeds, West Yorkshire LS1 1DL -
Hours
Full Time 37.5 Hours per week -
Salary
£27,861 - £32,002 -
Contact
paul.mitchell@cgl.org.uk