ADVANCE
Chelmsford, Essex
Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you! We are looking for Senior Operations Contracts Lead (East of England) Salary: £38,000 - £48,000 Location: Based across multiple locations with the flexibility to work from home up to two days each week. This role is responsible for services across Essex, Hertfordshire and Kent. It can be based at Chelmsford, Maidstone or Canterbury with regular travel to the other locations. The expectation is that a minimum of three days per week are spent in face-to-face, in-person contact (e.g. in Women s Centres, Estates or external visits), with a monthly visit to the Head Office in Hammersmith. Visits may also required to HMP Peterborough and HMP Bronzefield. Hours: 35 hours per week Contract: Fixed term contract until March 2027 This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Please note : Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting. About us Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community. We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies. Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. About the role: As an experienced senior manager with a proven track record of leadership in providing services to women in contact with the criminal justice system and working with partners and funders, you will manage criminal justice projects, work to develop and expand our services and partnerships and manage criminal justice managers and other staff as required. You will work with the management team to ensure, manage and oversee that the services work within the budget, are complaint with financial regulations, policies and procedures, and meet funding and Advance requirements. About You: To be successful as the Senior Operations Contracts Lead you will need the below experience and skills: A thorough understanding of and knowledge of the issues relating to women in the criminal justice system A sound knowledge of safeguarding adult and children principles, child abuse, child protection issues and safeguarding A good knowledge and understanding of organisational systems and frameworks, line management and project management Significant experience, likely to have been gained over several years, of strategic planning and operational management at a service manager level, and developing and delivering services at senior service management level Significant experience of working with women and/or service users with a complex range of needs, particularly within the criminal justice system, in custody and/or community. Experience of developing relationships with funders/commissioners and achieving required outcomes Experience of implementing quality assurance frameworks, monitoring, evaluating and measuring impact Strong influencing skills, enthusiasm, self-confidence, excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills , and a can do proactive solution focussed approach Strong negotiating skills and the ability to build strong and effective relationships and partnerships, dealing with ambiguity and resolving conflict effectively, achieving the right outcomes for the organisation, collaborating and networking Able to think, act and plan strategically to develop practical and creative solutions to the management of existing and new services and complex problems that may arise while maintaining high levels of diplomacy and professionalism How to apply: Please submit your up-to-date CV with a supporting statement. Please note that only applications made via the job advert on the Advance careers page, and those that include a cover letter will be considered. Closing Date for Applications : Sunday 10th May 2026 Interviews are taking place on the 26th and 28th of May 2026 Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate. What we can offer you - Employee Benefits: A 35-hour working week An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!) Additional days off to celebrate International Women s Day , and for religious observance and moving home Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more Pension scheme Enhanced maternity/adoption provision Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Employee eye-care scheme Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation Organisation wide away days One-week paid carers s leave Career development pathways Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs. Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits. Safeguarding Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.
Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you! We are looking for Senior Operations Contracts Lead (East of England) Salary: £38,000 - £48,000 Location: Based across multiple locations with the flexibility to work from home up to two days each week. This role is responsible for services across Essex, Hertfordshire and Kent. It can be based at Chelmsford, Maidstone or Canterbury with regular travel to the other locations. The expectation is that a minimum of three days per week are spent in face-to-face, in-person contact (e.g. in Women s Centres, Estates or external visits), with a monthly visit to the Head Office in Hammersmith. Visits may also required to HMP Peterborough and HMP Bronzefield. Hours: 35 hours per week Contract: Fixed term contract until March 2027 This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Please note : Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting. About us Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community. We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies. Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. About the role: As an experienced senior manager with a proven track record of leadership in providing services to women in contact with the criminal justice system and working with partners and funders, you will manage criminal justice projects, work to develop and expand our services and partnerships and manage criminal justice managers and other staff as required. You will work with the management team to ensure, manage and oversee that the services work within the budget, are complaint with financial regulations, policies and procedures, and meet funding and Advance requirements. About You: To be successful as the Senior Operations Contracts Lead you will need the below experience and skills: A thorough understanding of and knowledge of the issues relating to women in the criminal justice system A sound knowledge of safeguarding adult and children principles, child abuse, child protection issues and safeguarding A good knowledge and understanding of organisational systems and frameworks, line management and project management Significant experience, likely to have been gained over several years, of strategic planning and operational management at a service manager level, and developing and delivering services at senior service management level Significant experience of working with women and/or service users with a complex range of needs, particularly within the criminal justice system, in custody and/or community. Experience of developing relationships with funders/commissioners and achieving required outcomes Experience of implementing quality assurance frameworks, monitoring, evaluating and measuring impact Strong influencing skills, enthusiasm, self-confidence, excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills , and a can do proactive solution focussed approach Strong negotiating skills and the ability to build strong and effective relationships and partnerships, dealing with ambiguity and resolving conflict effectively, achieving the right outcomes for the organisation, collaborating and networking Able to think, act and plan strategically to develop practical and creative solutions to the management of existing and new services and complex problems that may arise while maintaining high levels of diplomacy and professionalism How to apply: Please submit your up-to-date CV with a supporting statement. Please note that only applications made via the job advert on the Advance careers page, and those that include a cover letter will be considered. Closing Date for Applications : Sunday 10th May 2026 Interviews are taking place on the 26th and 28th of May 2026 Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate. What we can offer you - Employee Benefits: A 35-hour working week An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!) Additional days off to celebrate International Women s Day , and for religious observance and moving home Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more Pension scheme Enhanced maternity/adoption provision Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Employee eye-care scheme Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation Organisation wide away days One-week paid carers s leave Career development pathways Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs. Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits. Safeguarding Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.
ADVANCE
Caversham, Oxfordshire
Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you! We are looking for an Interventions and Women s Centre Coordinator to work with our Minerva team on the delivery of a service across the Thames Valley region. Salary: £23,000 - £24,000 pro-rata Location: Caversham and Oxford, and you must hold a full UK driver's license and be able to commute around the Thames Valley region (Oxfordshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire) Hours: 14 Hours per week Contract: Until March 31st 2027 This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Please note: Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting. About us Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community. We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies. Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. The project: We provide one-to-one advocacy and specialist work including workshops and group activities delivered by Advance in partnership with voluntary organisations. This role plays a critical part in coordinating the group offering for women accessing our services, as well as providing administration support across the region. In short you will: Be the first point of contact for clients coming to the Women s Centre; offering a warm welcome and trauma informed approach Ensure the client waiting area is kept tidy with up-to-date information/leaflets and supplies of refreshments Facilitate direct group delivery and events at the Women s Centre and regional venues Hold responsibility for the Minerva telephone number and email account in your region Assist in researching additional resources and events for service users; both within the Centre and across the region Contribute to creating and lead on updating the local Services Directory with details of local organisations, key contacts and details of services on offer, including eligibility criteria Assist the Service Manager in managing the smooth running of the Women s Centre in your region, including managing the group workshops timetable, arranging meetings and booking external venues for client groups or training events Manage administration for the Hampshire Minerva team Assist the Service Manager with the quality assurance and collation of data and information as required, including for funder reports. How to apply: Please apply with an up to date copy of your CV and a cover letter. Closing date: 10th May 2026 Interviews will take place on a rolling basis Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate. What we can offer you - Employee Benefits: An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!) Additional days off to celebrate International Women s Day , and for religious observance and moving home Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more Pension scheme Enhanced maternity/adoption provision Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Employee eye-care scheme Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation Organisation wide away days Thorough induction and training Career development pathways Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs. Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits. Safeguarding Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.
Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you! We are looking for an Interventions and Women s Centre Coordinator to work with our Minerva team on the delivery of a service across the Thames Valley region. Salary: £23,000 - £24,000 pro-rata Location: Caversham and Oxford, and you must hold a full UK driver's license and be able to commute around the Thames Valley region (Oxfordshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire) Hours: 14 Hours per week Contract: Until March 31st 2027 This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Please note: Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting. About us Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community. We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies. Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. The project: We provide one-to-one advocacy and specialist work including workshops and group activities delivered by Advance in partnership with voluntary organisations. This role plays a critical part in coordinating the group offering for women accessing our services, as well as providing administration support across the region. In short you will: Be the first point of contact for clients coming to the Women s Centre; offering a warm welcome and trauma informed approach Ensure the client waiting area is kept tidy with up-to-date information/leaflets and supplies of refreshments Facilitate direct group delivery and events at the Women s Centre and regional venues Hold responsibility for the Minerva telephone number and email account in your region Assist in researching additional resources and events for service users; both within the Centre and across the region Contribute to creating and lead on updating the local Services Directory with details of local organisations, key contacts and details of services on offer, including eligibility criteria Assist the Service Manager in managing the smooth running of the Women s Centre in your region, including managing the group workshops timetable, arranging meetings and booking external venues for client groups or training events Manage administration for the Hampshire Minerva team Assist the Service Manager with the quality assurance and collation of data and information as required, including for funder reports. How to apply: Please apply with an up to date copy of your CV and a cover letter. Closing date: 10th May 2026 Interviews will take place on a rolling basis Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate. What we can offer you - Employee Benefits: An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!) Additional days off to celebrate International Women s Day , and for religious observance and moving home Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more Pension scheme Enhanced maternity/adoption provision Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Employee eye-care scheme Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation Organisation wide away days Thorough induction and training Career development pathways Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs. Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits. Safeguarding Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.
Ad Warrior
Billericay, Essex
Female Support Worker - Part-time permanent and Part-time Maternity cover available Location: Billericay area Salary: £17.50 per hour for day rate. £18.40 per hour waking night rate. National Living wage per sleeping night hours. Working on a rolling rota, so you will be required to work a variety of days, waking nights and sleeping nights. No prior experience necessary, training provided. Energy, enthusiasm, and sense of fun is a must! The organisation provide regular 1:1 clinical supervision and 24/7 emergency on-call support. They have experienced payroll and human resources teams so support workers always have a point of contact for employment and pay queries. The Role Are you interested in broadening your knowledge and experience in brain injury? Do you want to make a positive difference to someone's life? Have you a passion for enabling someone to rediscover fun and quality of life? Whatever your background, join their team and help someone reach their full potential and live life to the max. The organisation is recruiting support workers to join an established team who provide 24/7 2:1 care and support to a profoundly disabled woman with a brain injury who lives in her own home in Billericay. The client has an amazing personality and great sense of humour, she continues to aspire to get out into the community and do the things that are important to her, whenever possible. The client enjoys the cinema, visiting her local pub and garden centre and this year took part in the local Race for Life! The aim of the support worker team, under the guidance of the multidisciplinary team, is to provide care to all aspects of daily living, enhance her quality of life, and help her to make the most of every day to ensure all her needs are met. What does the role offer you? An extensive induction and training programme offering support and guidance every step of the way. Regular supervision/appraisal with your Case Manager / team leader and ongoing support from the wider team and therapists. Opportunities to learn, progress and develop in the role - CPD actively encouraged and supported. To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Relaxed, homely, and welcoming working environment where no two days are the same What are they looking for? Passion and commitment for the role, with an opportunity to get to know the client and make a difference to her daily living. The ability to bring your own strengths and interests to the team. Flexibility and availability to provide cover for absences on a 4-weekly rolling rota Shifts are 12-hours for days and 12 hour waking nights (8am-8pm/8pm-8am) and 24-hours for sleeping night shifts. Includes weekends. Previous experience would be an advantage, however, applicants with no experience but a willingness to learn may be considered. Training will be provided in all aspects of therapeutic handling, hoisting/transfers, eating and drinking and personal care. Ability to communicate effectively, as part of a team and on behalf of the client who is limited in her ability to communicate her needs for herself. Extensive and ongoing training provided. Enthusiasm to support client's participation in social and leisure activities in a variety of fun settings. Assist in reaching the clients specific goals as instructed and trained by the therapy team. Have up to date DBS at enhanced level - paid for by the employer if you need to apply. The role 2:1 care is 2 staff during the day and 1 waking and 1 sleeping at night. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please do not hesitate to apply. Occupational requirement for females only - Equality Act 2010
Female Support Worker - Part-time permanent and Part-time Maternity cover available Location: Billericay area Salary: £17.50 per hour for day rate. £18.40 per hour waking night rate. National Living wage per sleeping night hours. Working on a rolling rota, so you will be required to work a variety of days, waking nights and sleeping nights. No prior experience necessary, training provided. Energy, enthusiasm, and sense of fun is a must! The organisation provide regular 1:1 clinical supervision and 24/7 emergency on-call support. They have experienced payroll and human resources teams so support workers always have a point of contact for employment and pay queries. The Role Are you interested in broadening your knowledge and experience in brain injury? Do you want to make a positive difference to someone's life? Have you a passion for enabling someone to rediscover fun and quality of life? Whatever your background, join their team and help someone reach their full potential and live life to the max. The organisation is recruiting support workers to join an established team who provide 24/7 2:1 care and support to a profoundly disabled woman with a brain injury who lives in her own home in Billericay. The client has an amazing personality and great sense of humour, she continues to aspire to get out into the community and do the things that are important to her, whenever possible. The client enjoys the cinema, visiting her local pub and garden centre and this year took part in the local Race for Life! The aim of the support worker team, under the guidance of the multidisciplinary team, is to provide care to all aspects of daily living, enhance her quality of life, and help her to make the most of every day to ensure all her needs are met. What does the role offer you? An extensive induction and training programme offering support and guidance every step of the way. Regular supervision/appraisal with your Case Manager / team leader and ongoing support from the wider team and therapists. Opportunities to learn, progress and develop in the role - CPD actively encouraged and supported. To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Relaxed, homely, and welcoming working environment where no two days are the same What are they looking for? Passion and commitment for the role, with an opportunity to get to know the client and make a difference to her daily living. The ability to bring your own strengths and interests to the team. Flexibility and availability to provide cover for absences on a 4-weekly rolling rota Shifts are 12-hours for days and 12 hour waking nights (8am-8pm/8pm-8am) and 24-hours for sleeping night shifts. Includes weekends. Previous experience would be an advantage, however, applicants with no experience but a willingness to learn may be considered. Training will be provided in all aspects of therapeutic handling, hoisting/transfers, eating and drinking and personal care. Ability to communicate effectively, as part of a team and on behalf of the client who is limited in her ability to communicate her needs for herself. Extensive and ongoing training provided. Enthusiasm to support client's participation in social and leisure activities in a variety of fun settings. Assist in reaching the clients specific goals as instructed and trained by the therapy team. Have up to date DBS at enhanced level - paid for by the employer if you need to apply. The role 2:1 care is 2 staff during the day and 1 waking and 1 sleeping at night. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please do not hesitate to apply. Occupational requirement for females only - Equality Act 2010
