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Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker Hours of work: Full-Time, 37.5 per week (5 days per week) Contract: 4.5-year fixed term (as this post is funded by the National Lottery) Salary: £28,000 per annum Location: Cambridge CB4 or at other locations within Cambridge About this Charity This charity works with people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or with a history of homelessness. They provide services to aid every stage of recovery from immediate basic welfare needs to long term help in identifying and dealing with the problems which are undermining their stability, and enabling them to engage with education, employment and specialist health services. National statistics rank the numbers of rough sleepers in Cambridge within the highest 20 UK local authorities. This is the only day-time service in the city, providing year-round advice and support for homeless or vulnerably housed people. Over the past three decades they have continued to grow and adapt to meet the needs of the homeless community. Their specialist Housing Team provides expert advice and support to help people successfully navigate the search for housing and crucially, support hem to sustain life away from the street. About you and the Role As a member of the Project Worker Team, reporting to the Senior Tenancy Support Officer the Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker is responsible for delivering their specialist range of 1:1 Pre and Post Tenancy Support, implementing proactive, holistic strategies designed to prevent people from losing their homes, whilst simultaneously providing them with the financial tools and capability needed to sustain stability, aimed at empowering Service Users to move out of the spiral of homelessness and back into mainstream society, preventing homelessness and foster financial inclusion. Key Responsibilities To provide emotional and practical support and assistance to prepare and assist Service Users to move into accommodation once a placement is confirmed, working with internal and external colleagues. To work in a flexible manner within the organisation and the wider community to provide outreach and support services in person, occasionally in exceptional circumstances this could include in their own home when accompanied with external partners also includes via text, email, telephone and video calls. To provide a wide range of resettlement-based support along with the Senior Tenancy Support Officer to ensure Service Users access the most suitable housing pathway for their individual needs. To take the lead on all housing related referrals for Service Users. To ensure all suitable Service Users are registered and supported on Homelink. To provide crucial assistance to tenants, focusing on maintaining tenancies, managing money and debt and improving overall financial stability - including, signposting, budgeting, welfare benefits checks, rent arrears support, setting-up and managing utilities, housing related life skills, offering guidance and support to enable Service Users to maintain their own homes, aiming to prevent eviction and enhance quality of life. To provide on-going long term tenancy support to Service Users moving into independent living, this includes private rental housing or alternative housing pathways without any on site support. To assist with hand over post tenancy support to accommodation providers at a suitable point in the Service User support pathway, with the aim of enabling long-term independence. To ensure all Service Users have access to external grants and any available funding to support their individual needs to maintain their accommodation. Signposting and assisting with applications for funding to assist people moving into accommodation are supported with the appropriate items: floor coverings, white goods, basic furniture and home furnishings. To support residents to keep their current homes, including mediation with landlords, accessing legal support on evictions, addressing anti-social behaviour, identifying high risk groups targeting support towards vulnerable groups such as those fleeing difficulties, leaving prison, hospital or care systems. To ensure that accurate records are kept, documenting the support services provided to their service users onto the Salesforce/Inform system. Ensuring that record keeping meets the requirements of internal and external monitoring of outcomes, assisting with reports and case studies to the fundraising team. One of their core values is to recognise and reward their staff as their greatest asset. They realise that it's their people who have helped them to become a well-respected charity that helps to make a positive change to homeless people's lives. They want to continue to deliver excellent, relevant services for the homeless in Cambridge by attracting and retaining talented and motivated people. If you choose to come and work with us, you will find that we offer: Benefits - You will be eligible for benefits and services, including pension scheme, death in service benefit and free counselling and clinical supervision. A supported work environment - You will receive a comprehensive induction, and you will have a probation period to provide a supportive framework for reviewing your progress and discussing your training and development needs. You will be expected to have developed the skills to fulfil all role requirements within this period. Appropriate objectives will be discussed, agreed and reviewed regularly with your Line Manager so that your performance can be measured against these. Training- We recognise the importance of having a motivated and effective staff team. We offer on-going training to support you in your role. Closing date: Monday 11th May, 2026 Interviews will be taking place between the 19th - 22nd May 2026 How to apply: Please click 'Apply' and follow the job board process. You will receive an email from CHM Recruit containing further information on how to apply for the role. Please note that although you may be asked by the job board to upload a CV, you are not applying at this stage. They are committed to a proactive approach to equality, which includes supporting and encouraging all underrepresented groups, promoting an inclusive culture and valuing diversity. They make selection decisions based on personal merit and an objective assessment against the criteria required for the post. They do not treat job applicants or members of staff less favourably than one another on the grounds of sex (including gender reassignment), marital or parental status, race, ethnic or national origin, colour, disability (including HIV status), sexual orientation, religion, age or socio-economic factors. No agencies please.

Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker Hours of work: Full-Time, 37.5 per week (5 days per week) Contract: 4.5-year fixed term (as this post is funded by the National Lottery) Salary: £28,000 per annum Location: Overstream House, Cambridge CB4 or at other locations within Cambridge About Us Wintercomfort works with people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or with a history of homelessness. We provide services to aid every stage of recovery -from immediate basic welfare needs to long term help in identifying and dealing with the problems which are undermining their stability, and enabling them to engage with education, employment and specialist health services. National statistics rank the numbers of rough sleepers in Cambridge within the highest 20 UK local authorities. Wintercomfort is the only day-time service in the city, providing year-round advice and support for homeless or vulnerably housed people. Over the past three decades Wintercomfort has continued to grow and adapt to meet the needs of the homeless community. Our specialist Housing Team provides expert advice and support to help people successfully navigate the search for housing and crucially, support them to sustain life away from the street. About you and the Role As a member of Wintercomfort s Project Worker Team, reporting to the Senior Tenancy Support Officer the Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker is responsible for delivering Wintercomfort s specialist range of 1:1 Pre and Post Tenancy Support, implementing proactive, holistic strategies designed to prevent people from losing their homes, whilst simultaneously providing them with the financial tools and capability needed to sustain stability, aimed at empowering Service Users to move out of the spiral of homelessness and back into mainstream society, preventing homelessness and foster financial inclusion. Key Responsibilities To provide emotional and practical support and assistance to prepare and assist Service Users to move into accommodation once a placement is confirmed, working with internal and external colleagues. To work in a flexible manner within Wintercomfort and the wider community to provide outreach and support services in person, occasionally in exceptional circumstances this could include in their own home when accompanied with external partners also includes via text, email, telephone and video calls. To provide a wide range of resettlement-based support along with the Senior Tenancy Support Officer to ensure Service Users access the most suitable housing pathway for their individual needs. To take the lead on all housing related referrals for Service Users. To ensure all suitable Service Users are registered and supported on Homelink. To provide crucial assistance to tenants, focusing on maintaining tenancies, managing money and debt and improving overall financial stability including, signposting, budgeting, welfare benefits checks, rent arrears support, setting-up and managing utilities, housing related life skills, offering guidance and support to enable Service Users to maintain their own homes, aiming to prevent eviction and enhance quality of life. To provide on-going long term tenancy support to Service Users moving into independent living, this includes private rental housing or alternative housing pathways without any on site support. To assist with hand over post tenancy support to accommodation providers at a suitable point in the Service User support pathway, with the aim of enabling long-term independence. To ensure all Service Users have access to external grants and any available funding to support their individual needs to maintain their accommodation. Signposting and assisting with applications for funding to assist people moving into accommodation are supported with the appropriate items: floor coverings, white goods, basic furniture and home furnishings. To support residents to keep their current homes, including mediation with landlords, accessing legal support on evictions, addressing anti-social behaviour, identifying high risk groups targeting support towards vulnerable groups such as those fleeing difficulties, leaving prison, hospital or care systems. To ensure that accurate records are kept, documenting the support services provided to Wintercomfort s service users onto the Salesforce/Inform system. Ensuring that record keeping meets the requirements of internal and external monitoring of outcomes, assisting with reports and case studies to the fundraising team. One of our core values at Wintercomfort is to recognise and reward our staff as our greatest asset. We realise that it's our people who have helped us to become a well-respected charity that helps to make a positive change to homeless people s lives. We want to continue to deliver excellent, relevant services for the homeless in Cambridge by attracting and retaining talented and motivated people. If you choose to come and work with us, you will find that we offer: Benefits You will be eligible for benefits and services, including pension scheme, death in service benefit and free counselling and clinical supervision. A supported work environment You will receive a comprehensive induction, and you will have a probation period to provide a supportive framework for reviewing your progress and discussing your training and development needs. You will be expected to have developed the skills to fulfil all role requirements within this period. Appropriate objectives will be discussed, agreed and reviewed regularly with your Line Manager so that your performance can be measured against these. Training We recognise the importance of having a motivated and effective staff team. We offer on-going training to support you in your role. Closing date: Monday 11th May, 2026 Interviews will be taking place between the 19th 22nd May 2026 Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. We are committed to a proactive approach to equality, which includes supporting and encouraging all underrepresented groups, promoting an inclusive culture and valuing diversity. We make selection decisions based on personal merit and an objective assessment against the criteria required for the post. We do not treat job applicants or members of staff less favourably than one another on the grounds of sex (including gender reassignment), marital or parental status, race, ethnic or national origin, colour, disability (including HIV status), sexual orientation, religion, age or socio-economic factors. No agencies please.

Grants Officer Help shape the impact of two leading charitable trusts We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Grants Officer to work closely with two grant making Trusts and managing a varied portfolio of grants including the Arts & Heritage, Culture and Health & Social welfare, climate and environment, from assessment and due diligence through to monitoring and reporting The Trusts' support for charitable causes for over 50 years represents one of the leading examples of sustained philanthropy in Britain. Position: Grants Officer Salary: £51,718 per annum Location: London/Hybrid (Based in London Victoria with the expectation to work in the office at least two days per week) Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Contract: 18-month Fixed Term Contract Closing Date: 9:00am, 5th May 2026 First round interviews (online): Monday 18th May 2026 Second round interviews (face to face at the offices in Victoria): Tuesday 26th May 2026 About the Role Working across both Trusts, you will manage a varied portfolio of grants including the Arts & Heritage, Culture and Health & Social welfare, climate and environment, from assessment and due diligence through to monitoring and reporting. You'll balance analytical depth with strong relationship-building skills, ensuring that information for funding decisions is robust, and aligned with each Trust's strategy. Key responsibilities will include: Assessing grant applications and carrying out financial, governance and delivery due diligence Preparing clear, well-reasoned recommendations for Trustees Managing grants end-to-end, including payments, monitoring and compliance Producing insightful reports and analysis to support strategic decision-making Undertaking research to inform priorities and future funding approaches About You You will have demonstrable experience in grant-making; this could be from already working in philanthropy or for a grant-giving organisation or perhaps you have applied for and delivered grant-funded programmes. You should be motivated by the Trusts' purposes and be keen to develop experience in grant-making in a collaborative and values led team. You will have: Strong analytical, organisational and research skills Confidence working with budgets and financial information The ability to communicate clearly and sensitively with a wide range of stakeholders A high level of integrity and sound judgement A commitment to fairness, inclusion and thoughtful grant making About the Organisation The Trusts focus on public engagement with culture, including the arts and dance, particularly where this delivers benefits such as improved quality of life and supports work that improves the choices of people experiencing disadvantage and inequality, including those affected by homelessness, as well as refugees and asylum seekers. They also support with funding for curatorial support, industrial, conservation and marine heritage, archaeological and outreach projects, (as well as the Museums Archaeological Acquisition Fund); Health and Social Welfare (including support for older people and projects that help disadvantaged families and young people); Cathedrals; Education (through bursaries and apprenticeships in conservation and heritage skills, and in music and dance); and Overseas work (including Arts and Heritage projects in South Eastern Europe and programmes in anglophone countries in Africa). Benefits In 2025 the charity received an 'outstanding workplace' award for the staff survey results - which recognises the hard work, contribution and commitment of all staff which makes this a fantastic place to work. Core benefits include a generous pensions scheme (12% employer contribution), life assurance, income protection, private health and dental care, annual health checks and Employee Assistance Programme, along with a range of benefits designed to promote your work/life balance and make your time with us enjoyable and rewarding. Use of AI in applications Applications are reviewed by people, not systems. While AI tools may be used in a supportive way, applicants are encouraged to present their skills, experience and values authentically and in their own voice. Other roles you may have experience of could include Grants, Grants Officer, Grants Coordinator, Grant Giving, Fundraising, Grants Fundraiser. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.

About us The Merchant Taylors' Company dates from 1327, when it was formed as a social and religious organisation for tailors and linen-armourers dedicated to St John the Baptist. Today, it is a flourishing Livery Company whose members are dedicated to education, fraternity, and philanthropy. Volunteering is important for the health of the Merchant Taylors' Company, since the hands-on experience of volunteering binds members in an emotional commitment to what the Company stands for. Many of the Great XII Livery Companies prioritise volunteering, offering a wide range of opportunities from due diligence visits with grant applicant charities to longer term mentoring opportunities with our family of schools. At the heart of Merchant Taylors' Company lie the concepts of 'Fraternity, Philanthropy and Education'. Volunteering is vital to each pillar, enabling members to give their time and talent alongside their treasure. The Company is now at an exciting juncture where the groundwork to embed a more systematic approach to volunteering has been completed and the appetite within the Company has started to grow particularly across the Company's Education programme. The team is conscious that managing volunteering takes time, diplomacy and interpersonal skills and this role is pivotal to the success of volunteering for both Company members and partner organisations. About the role Reports to: Educational Grants and Relationship Manager Direct reports: None Place of work: The Hall (Bank, London) Contract type: Fixed-term and part-time (0.8 FTE). The working days and times can be flexible and some hybrid working may be possible. Some evening work will be required as well as occasional attendance at events outside of the employee's usual working hours (including at weekends). Some travel may be required within Greater London in connection with various aspects of the role. Occasional travel may be required within the UK. Overview of role: With your experience in events / project management and excellent communication and diplomatic skills, you will be the interface between the membership, your colleagues at Merchant Taylors' Company, our family of schools and our charitable partners. You will be responsible for developing and delivering an engaging, interesting and successful range of events for members to participate in. Job Description: Take a lead on the delivery and development of an annual programme of volunteering opportunities and education events aligned with existing initiatives and in collaboration with partner organisations and schools where appropriate. Work with the EGRM to co-ordinate the Trust's Livery Academy Award scheme: recruiting, training, and supporting member volunteers to ensure high-quality engagement. Take a lead on promotion of volunteering opportunities through the members' portal in good time, with appropriate explanation to encourage take up. Proactively identify barriers to participation from the membership, and develop innovative, accessible volunteering opportunities and methods to engage new audiences. Champion and promote the Company's volunteering and event initiatives by working, both with the Communications Manager and independently, to promote opportunities through compelling articles, e-newsletters, social media outreach, public talks and by representing or supporting Company staff at events. Take a lead on designing and creating appropriate training resources for all volunteer roles to manage expectations including, where appropriate, delivery of training. Support members with any queries relating to volunteering opportunities, offering members the chance to talk to MT staff. Ensure that all volunteer members have completed the MT safeguarding questionnaire before they are cleared for any opportunity and has been trained in appropriate MT policy areas (E.g. GDPR/safeguarding) To actively liaise and respond to School requirements to ensure volunteer members deliver excellent support for students. Collaborate closely with Company Schools and internal teams to identify opportunities and design high-quality, sustainable volunteering activities that support project goals and help achieve Company targets. To use the Membership portal to capture and analyse data about Company volunteering in order to evaluate cost/benefit of volunteering efforts, and tell the story of MT's volunteering impact to the MT membership. Gather and act on feedback from volunteers and participants to inform and improve the Company's volunteering and education strategies. Uphold the health, safety, and wellbeing of all volunteers and participants, following the Company's Health & Safety policies. To take a lead on the administration of Company Volunteering activities including DBS checks, budgeting, database management, website administration, project reporting and meetings. Work with colleagues to identify and co-ordinate other volunteering opportunities at the Company, including responding to enquiries, planning logistics, and delivering high-quality experiences. To undertake other duties as may be appropriate for the position to support the wider work of the Company. What we can offer you: 25 days holiday per annum plus Bank Holidays An additional up to five days off over the Christmas / New Year period A generous employer pension contribution of 10% of salary Free lunch in the office when the kitchen is operational "Perkbox" discount app A monthly gym / wellbeing allowance of £70 Private Medical Insurance Healthcare cash plan Electric Car scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Life Assurance Income Protection Insurance Person Specification We are looking for: Essential: Proven track record of project/events management, including planning, delivery, reporting, evaluation, budgets, and partnership working. Proven track record of working meaningfully with different stakeholders ie in a public-facing role. An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal and public engagement skills. Good diplomacy skills with the ability to inspire, listen and find a solution for all stakeholders. A proactive approach to solving problems and the ability to keep going until a solution is found which works for all. A do-er and a thinker; someone who is able to approach situations imaginatively but also spot, and implement, practical and workable solutions. Excellent organisational, planning and IT skills. Desirable: Experience developing and delivering volunteering and community programmes, working with a wide range of stakeholders. Experience of interacting with or working for a membership organisation Understanding of health & safety, safeguarding, and risk management in a volunteer setting. Experience of being a volunteer yourself. Miscellaneous: Willingness to work some evenings and weekends. How to apply Please submit your CV and a cover letter. Please don't use generative AI. Your cover letter should explain why you think you are a good fit for this role. Please send both CV and cover letter by an email via the button below. Interview dates and start date: We are actively recruiting for this role and will consider and interview applicants in the order in which they apply. The successful Candidate is to start as soon as possible.