St Giles Trust

6 job(s) at St Giles Trust

St Giles Trust
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
£89,000 pa (inclusive of London weighting if applicable) Hybrid with 1 - 2 days per week in London (Camberwell) and some occasional travel Ref: EDCR-261 Join Us as Executive Director of Corporate Resources We are seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Executive Director of Corporate Resources. In this pivotal role, you will provide strategic leadership and operational management for our Finance, IT, Central Services (including property & facilities, Health and Safety, and Office Management), Data Protection/Information Security, procurement, and contract management functions. About the Role As Executive Director of Corporate Resources, you will play a key role in supporting the CEO, Board, and Leadership Team to deliver our vision and strategic aims, with a primary emphasis on financial leadership. You will act as a trusted advisor, lead critical projects and programmes, and ensure the smooth running of essential organisational services. Key Responsibilities Advise the CEO and Board on policy and strategic decisions relating to Corporate Resources Lead, manage, and develop the Finance function, ensuring robust financial planning, management, reporting, and compliance Oversee IT strategy and provision, ensuring technology meets organisational needs and information security standards Lead Central Services, including property and facilities management, procurement, health & safety, and administration Provide timely, accurate financial information and analysis to support decision-making Develop a culture of business partnering, customer focus, and continuous improvement Lead major projects and financial sustainability initiatives About You We're looking for someone who: Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Significant experience managing finance teams in a complex organisation (ideally charity/public sector, £20m+ income) Proven track record of leading corporate services (finance, IT, property, facilities, admin) Experience managing multiple income streams and ensuring effective cost recovery Strong understanding of property management, health & safety, and risk Experience in strategic project and programme management Able to influence and advise senior colleagues and Boards Role Details Location: Flexible/Hybrid with national travel Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary: £89,000 pa (inclusive of London weighting if applicable) Holiday: 30 days + bank holidays DBS: Basic DBS check required Recruitment Timeline Application Deadline : 9:00am on 26 January 2026 Interview Date: 4 February 2026 In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, season ticket loan and much more. We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage ) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.
St Giles Trust
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Salary - Volunteer 35 hours per week (flexible working options available) Remote/Hybrid/Flexible location Ref: VCS-251 Are you a creative, organised and collaborative communicator with a passion for digital content and social impact? If so, St Giles is looking for a Volunteer Communications Support to help strengthen our digital presence and support the delivery of high-quality communications across the organisation. About St Giles Trust An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others. About this key role As Volunteer Communications Support , you will play an important role within the Fundraising and Communications team, working closely with the Senior Media and Publicity Manager and colleagues across St Giles. You will support the creation, scheduling and management of digital content that promotes our work, campaigns and values, helping us reach and engage key audiences. The role will also involve providing general support to the team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop or apply their communications, digital and storytelling skills in a supportive, values-driven environment. What you'll be doing: Creating digital assets to support St Giles communications campaigns and projects Writing engaging, audience-focused digital copy Using design software (e.g. Canva and AI tools) to produce content in line with brand guidelines Uploading and scheduling digital content across relevant platforms Supporting the maintenance and development of the St Giles website Researching and sourcing photography through stock image libraries Using analytics to help measure performance and engagement Assisting with organising events, where required Attending meetings relevant to the role and working collaboratively with colleagues Ensuring confidentiality, data protection and information security policies are upheld Promoting sustainable working practices and environmental responsibility What we are looking for Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, SharePoint and Teams Experience of producing digital written content A sound sense of design and the ability to work within brand and photographic guidelines Experience using digital design tools such as Canva (and interest in AI tools such as ChatGPT) Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong storytelling ability Experience uploading, scheduling and managing digital content Knowledge of producing email marketing copy Ability to work independently, manage priorities and collaborate effectively as part of a team An understanding of, and sensitivity to, the issues faced by people with lived experience and the barriers they may encounter A Basic DBS check is required for this role. We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy. If you have any queries, or require further support, please contact Closing date: Friday 6th February 2026 at 9am. We will be reviewing applications as they are received and reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is appointed. We therefore strongly encourage early applications to avoid any disappointment.
St Giles Trust
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Hybrid with 1 - 2 days per week in London (Camberwell) and some occasional travel Ref: EDCR-261 Join Us as Executive Director of Corporate Resources We are seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Executive Director of Corporate Resources. In this pivotal role, you will provide strategic leadership and operational management for our Finance, IT, Central Services (including property & facilities, Health and Safety, and Office Management), Data Protection/Information Security, procurement, and contract management functions. About the Role As Executive Director of Corporate Resources, you will play a key role in supporting the CEO, Board, and Leadership Team to deliver our vision and strategic aims, with a primary emphasis on financial leadership. You will act as a trusted advisor, lead critical projects and programmes, and ensure the smooth running of essential organisational services. Key Responsibilities Advise the CEO and Board on policy and strategic decisions relating to Corporate Resources Lead, manage, and develop the Finance function, ensuring robust financial planning, management, reporting, and compliance Oversee IT strategy and provision, ensuring technology meets organisational needs and information security standards Lead Central Services, including property and facilities management, procurement, health & safety, and administration Provide timely, accurate financial information and analysis to support decision-making Develop a culture of business partnering, customer focus, and continuous improvement Lead major projects and financial sustainability initiatives About You We re looking for someone who: Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Significant experience managing finance teams in a complex organisation (ideally charity/public sector, £20m+ income) Proven track record of leading corporate services (finance, IT, property, facilities, admin) Experience managing multiple income streams and ensuring effective cost recovery Strong understanding of property management, health & safety, and risk Experience in strategic project and programme management Able to influence and advise senior colleagues and Boards Role Details Location: Flexible/Hybrid with national travel Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary: £89,000 pa (inclusive of London weighting if applicable) Holiday: 30 days + bank holidays DBS: Basic DBS check required Recruitment Timeline Application Deadline : 9:00am on 26 January 2026 Interview Date: 4 February 2026 In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, season ticket loan and much more. We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage ) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.
St Giles Trust York, Yorkshire
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Ref: CYP-252 Closing date: Monday 2 February 2026 at 9:00am Are you a personable, resilient and reliable individual with the commitment - and, above all, the understanding - to build trusted professional relationships with vulnerable children and young people? If so, St Giles has opportunities to join us in the volunteer role of SOS+ North Yorkshire Peer Mentor - working on an award-winning project that educates children and young people around the risks and signs of exploitation, serious violence, and gangs, through group facilitated sessions and tailored one-to-one intervention sessions in schools and other community settings. About St Giles Trust An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others. About this key role You'll join us in mentoring children and young people who are victims of, or have been affected by exploitation, or who are frequently missing from home. Receiving full training, including a Level 3 Information Advice and Guidance qualification, you'll provide support to SOS+ caseworkers developing and delivering educational sessions to children and young people between the ages of 10-25 years, on topics such as: weapons awareness; the reality of prison; gangs; county lines; and child sexual exploitation. We positively encourage applications if you've previously worked on a client-led support project, and/or have had personal adverse experiences such as homelessness, substance misuse, debt, involvement with gangs, etc. This includes having had experience of the criminal justice system and serving a prison sentence. (You will need to demonstrate how your lived experience supports your ability to benefit our clients). What we are looking for Relevant knowledge/understanding, preferably with lived/personal experience of the Criminal Justice System, and/or having been affected by criminal or sexual exploitation. Experience with socially excluded children, young people and/or adults. Experience of providing advice and guidance and/or mentoring (not essential). Award in Education & Training and/or Mentoring Level 3 qualification (or willingness to work towards). Ability to communicate and understand different experiences and perspectives without judgement. Please note: this role requires that successful candidates must undergo an Enhanced DBS check, on the basis that the post involves contact with vulnerable participants and colleagues. We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy. Closing date: Monday 2 February 2026 9:00am
St Giles Trust
Jan 05, 2026
Full time
PEW-252 Are you a proactive, organised and compassionate individual with a proven record of working with male adults in the criminal justice system whether in the community or in prisons? Do you have experience of engaging successfully with challenging people such as people who have complex needs, people who are reluctant to discuss their needs, and people who are angry and confused If so, St Giles Trust is looking for a Personal Wellbeing Coach to join us and help to oversee the delivery of Personal Wellbeing services to referrals made by Wales Probation Service. About St Giles Trust An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others. St Giles is now a kickstart employer, so we are part of the scheme which provides job opportunities for 16-24-year-olds who are currently on Universal Credit and are at risk of long-term unemployment. The Wise Group is a leading social enterprise working to lift people out of poverty. St Giles and The Wise Group came together to form a partnership with the aim of supporting the Probation Resettlement reforms by offering a high-quality service underpinned by staff who have lived experience and cultural competency. As a result, we have been awarded contracts to deliver Personal Wellbeing Services for North and South Wales. These services will involve a range of support to community offenders and prison leavers including families, emotional wellbeing, lifestyle and associates and social inclusion (including meet at the gates). About this exciting opportunity Working as part of a multi-agency team, you will provide person-centred support to a caseload of service users who will either be serving community sentences or being released from prison. You will undertake assessment and action planning with individual service users, create a safe and trusting environment, using trauma-informed practice to successfully facilitate a supportive and constructive relationship with service users, plus deliver a range of interventions to service users which contribute towards achievement of prescribed outcomes. We will also count on you to develop and maintain positive working relationships with external agencies, including probation, prisons, partners, and others who will assist in achieving prescribed outcomes for service users, ensuring you work towards contractual targets and outcomes within agreed timescales. Using agreed CRM databases and recording all activity relating to caseload and providing updates and reports are also key duties. What we are looking for Experience working with partner agencies either as part of a multi-agency team working towards common objectives or negotiating to establish links to further the aims of a project L3 in Advice and Guidance or equivalent The ability to assess clients needs and provide tailored, client-led support through action planning and interventions involving advice, guidance, advocacy, and coaching An ability to work sensitively with clients applying trauma-informed strategies Impressive IT, relationship-building and communication skills, both verbal and written Please note this role requires Enhanced Adult DBS checks In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, season ticket loan and much more. We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage ) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy. Closing date: 9am 02 February 2026. Interview date: The position is subject to rolling recruitment. Interviews will be conducted once a suitable applicant is identified, after which the vacancy will be closed.
St Giles Trust
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
HMP Wealstun and HMP Leeds Ref: PAA-255 Are you a proactive, collaborative and compassionate individual with a proven track record of working with services/clients within the criminal justice sector, accommodation and advice/support services? Looking for an exciting new career opportunity? If so, join St Giles as a Prison Accommodation Adviser , a key role where you will be required to provide tailored accommodation support to men in custody and under probation supervision in the community, with the aim of supporting them to overcome barriers to obtaining secure and stable accommodation so that they can successfully reintegrate into society. About St Giles Trust An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others. About this exciting opportunity Our successful candidate will complete an Initial Needs Assessment, using a strength-based approach within agreed contractual timeframes, before dynamically assessing need and risk, alerting to changes that could indicate change in risk or serious harm, including personal safety and safeguarding. You will be expected to contribute to the design and delivery of an effective accommodation plan which is solution focused and practical, and to advise and support Service Users to achieve outcomes informed by your specialist housing knowledge and comprehensive understanding of accommodation and local service provision. We will rely on you to engage with and motivate challenging service users from a diverse range of backgrounds, often with multiple and complex needs, while also maintaining and building new relationships with both social and private housing providers to improve sustainable housing outcomes for our service users, and promoting effective working relationships within the criminal justice sector. Monitoring progress and recording on digital systems, plus coordinating and facilitating interactive group work sessions, are also key duties. What we are looking for Experience of working as part of a high-performing team Experience of using digital technology and providing evidence for external audit purposes Demonstrable knowledge of housing and an understanding of the main issues affecting homelessness and rehabilitation of offenders A detailed understanding of the Homelessness Reduction Act An understanding of how staff with lived experience can provide additional value Ability to demonstrate knowledge and awareness of the issues faced by our client group Sound knowledge of the UK criminal justice system Full UK Driving Licence preferred with access to a vehicle for work Excellent prioritisation, interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written As an organisation that works with children and adults at risk we are committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the safety of our clients and successful applicants will require an Enhanced Child and Adult with Child Barred DBS Check. We actively encourage people with personal experience of the criminal justice system or lived experience of the issues facing this client group to apply for this role. In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more. We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy. Closing date: 9 a.m. on 07 October 2025. Interview date: w/c 13 October 2025 at Leeds media Centre