HARP is South Essex's leading homelessness charity and a Registered Social Landlord. Founded in 2002, we support more than 1,000 people each year who are homeless, rough sleeping, vulnerably housed, or at risk of losing their accommodation. On any given night we provide accommodation for over 320 people, and our Bradbury Day Centre operates 365 days a year, offering practical support that helps people move from crisis towards stability and long-term independence. Over the past few years HARP has grown significantly in scale and complexity. Alongside our core mission, we have strengthened our housing pathway, broadened our partnerships, and developed a more mature approach to governance, assurance and regulation. We are coming to the end of our current five-year strategy and are taking stock: consolidating progress, strengthening sustainability, and shaping what comes next. To support this next phase, we are recruiting five new Trustees, including an Honorary Treasurer. Several long-serving trustees are approaching the end of their terms, and we want to bring in new voices, new skills and new perspectives. You do not need to have been a trustee before. What matters most is sound judgement, a willingness to engage, and a clear commitment to the people HARP exists for. The roles Trustee Trustees play a central role in how HARP is governed and held to account. As a member of the Board, you will help set strategic direction, safeguard the charity's purpose and reputation, and ensure strong oversight of performance, risk, quality and financial stewardship. Trustees also contribute through committee work, where detailed governance happens between Board meetings. Honorary Treasurer (Trustee) The Treasurer is a trustee with particular responsibility for HARP's financial health. You will work closely with the Chief Executive and Executive Director of Finance, chair the Finance Committee, help the Board understand the numbers and make good decisions, and ensure strong controls, risk management and transparent reporting. As HARP is regulated both as a charity and as a Registered Social Landlord, the Treasurer plays an important role in evidencing financial viability and value for money. What you will do As a Trustee, you will: Attend and contribute at Board and committee meetings, reading papers, asking good questions and bringing your experience to bear. Help set direction and keep a clear line of sight between strategy, delivery and impact. Support and challenge constructively, helping HARP make good decisions, manage risk well, and stay ambitious but realistic. Safeguard purpose and integrity, ensuring HARP meets the standards expected by our regulators, funders and stakeholders. Act as an ambassador, representing HARP with credibility and warmth in the community and with partners. As Treasurer, you will also: Provide financial leadership at Board level, guiding budgets, forecasts, accounts, reserves, liquidity and audit. Champion strong financial controls, assurance and risk, including oversight of key financial policies and governance. Support major investment and property decisions, helping the Board understand implications and trade-offs. Chair the Finance Committee and report clearly to the wider Board. Who we are looking for We are looking for people who are thoughtful, grounded and motivated by HARP's mission. You will: Think strategically, while taking stewardship and accountability seriously. Listen well, analyse issues carefully, and contribute with independence and integrity. Be comfortable offering both encouragement and challenge, with respect and good judgement. Bring a collaborative mindset, and an interest in the lived experience of homelessness and multiple disadvantage. We are committed to building a Board that reflects the diversity of the communities HARP serves. We particularly welcome interest from people who have been underrepresented on charity boards, and from those with lived experience of homelessness, housing insecurity, or the issues that intersect with them. Areas of focus in this recruitment round We are seeking five appointments across the following profiles: 1.Honorary Treasurer Qualified accountant or equivalent senior financial leadership experience. Experience in regulated environments is particularly relevant, including social housing or charities. 2. Trustee, Housing and Registered Provider governance Senior experience in registered provider governance, asset management, housing regulation, investment, or development. 3. Trustee, Commercial / Retail / Social enterprise Someone excited by income generation and social enterprise, with leadership experience in retail, hospitality, commercial growth or building a mission-led business. 4. Trustee, System leadership (health, commissioning, homelessness) Senior experience across health, public health, integrated care, commissioning, or system-wide partnership work, with insight into complex needs and joined-up services. 5. Trustee, Cause-led / creative ("wild card") A visionary, values-driven thinker who brings a different lens, creativity and energy, and is excited by what HARP could become. Time commitment and term Trustee: approximately 6-12 days per year, including preparation. Honorary Treasurer: approximately 12-15 days per year. Term: three years, renewable (maximum nine). These roles are voluntary and unremunerated. Reasonable expenses are reimbursed. Whilst the preference is that board meetings are attended in-person, they can be attended virtually Why now This is a practical, hands-on opportunity to join a charity with real scale, strong services, and a clear sense of purpose, at a point where good governance and clear thinking will shape what happens next. If you can bring judgement, curiosity and commitment, and you want to contribute to an organisation that exists to help people move from crisis to recovery, we would be very pleased to hear from you. Closing date: Midnight on Thursday 18th June To apply: To apply, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV (three sides of A4 maximum), along with a supporting statement (three sides of A4 maximum) detailing your experience, and achievements and addressing the key criteria for the role set out on this site and using examples to demonstrate how you meet the requirements. Documents should be uploaded via our website, please include and upload the below information in two documents only. If you experience any issues whilst applying, please contact . Applications should include: Full contact details; Names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees (we will ask your permission before contacting referees); Details of your notice period Notification of any dates when you are not available for an interview. At Tile Hill, we are committed to inclusion and accessibility. We champion and support all individuals to ensure everyone feels valued, listened to and motivated to get the very best out of each recruitment process and that processes are designed to meet the needs of individuals. If you have any specific requests and would like a confidential discussion with the Tile Hill team, then please email .
May 23, 2026
Full time
HARP is South Essex's leading homelessness charity and a Registered Social Landlord. Founded in 2002, we support more than 1,000 people each year who are homeless, rough sleeping, vulnerably housed, or at risk of losing their accommodation. On any given night we provide accommodation for over 320 people, and our Bradbury Day Centre operates 365 days a year, offering practical support that helps people move from crisis towards stability and long-term independence. Over the past few years HARP has grown significantly in scale and complexity. Alongside our core mission, we have strengthened our housing pathway, broadened our partnerships, and developed a more mature approach to governance, assurance and regulation. We are coming to the end of our current five-year strategy and are taking stock: consolidating progress, strengthening sustainability, and shaping what comes next. To support this next phase, we are recruiting five new Trustees, including an Honorary Treasurer. Several long-serving trustees are approaching the end of their terms, and we want to bring in new voices, new skills and new perspectives. You do not need to have been a trustee before. What matters most is sound judgement, a willingness to engage, and a clear commitment to the people HARP exists for. The roles Trustee Trustees play a central role in how HARP is governed and held to account. As a member of the Board, you will help set strategic direction, safeguard the charity's purpose and reputation, and ensure strong oversight of performance, risk, quality and financial stewardship. Trustees also contribute through committee work, where detailed governance happens between Board meetings. Honorary Treasurer (Trustee) The Treasurer is a trustee with particular responsibility for HARP's financial health. You will work closely with the Chief Executive and Executive Director of Finance, chair the Finance Committee, help the Board understand the numbers and make good decisions, and ensure strong controls, risk management and transparent reporting. As HARP is regulated both as a charity and as a Registered Social Landlord, the Treasurer plays an important role in evidencing financial viability and value for money. What you will do As a Trustee, you will: Attend and contribute at Board and committee meetings, reading papers, asking good questions and bringing your experience to bear. Help set direction and keep a clear line of sight between strategy, delivery and impact. Support and challenge constructively, helping HARP make good decisions, manage risk well, and stay ambitious but realistic. Safeguard purpose and integrity, ensuring HARP meets the standards expected by our regulators, funders and stakeholders. Act as an ambassador, representing HARP with credibility and warmth in the community and with partners. As Treasurer, you will also: Provide financial leadership at Board level, guiding budgets, forecasts, accounts, reserves, liquidity and audit. Champion strong financial controls, assurance and risk, including oversight of key financial policies and governance. Support major investment and property decisions, helping the Board understand implications and trade-offs. Chair the Finance Committee and report clearly to the wider Board. Who we are looking for We are looking for people who are thoughtful, grounded and motivated by HARP's mission. You will: Think strategically, while taking stewardship and accountability seriously. Listen well, analyse issues carefully, and contribute with independence and integrity. Be comfortable offering both encouragement and challenge, with respect and good judgement. Bring a collaborative mindset, and an interest in the lived experience of homelessness and multiple disadvantage. We are committed to building a Board that reflects the diversity of the communities HARP serves. We particularly welcome interest from people who have been underrepresented on charity boards, and from those with lived experience of homelessness, housing insecurity, or the issues that intersect with them. Areas of focus in this recruitment round We are seeking five appointments across the following profiles: 1.Honorary Treasurer Qualified accountant or equivalent senior financial leadership experience. Experience in regulated environments is particularly relevant, including social housing or charities. 2. Trustee, Housing and Registered Provider governance Senior experience in registered provider governance, asset management, housing regulation, investment, or development. 3. Trustee, Commercial / Retail / Social enterprise Someone excited by income generation and social enterprise, with leadership experience in retail, hospitality, commercial growth or building a mission-led business. 4. Trustee, System leadership (health, commissioning, homelessness) Senior experience across health, public health, integrated care, commissioning, or system-wide partnership work, with insight into complex needs and joined-up services. 5. Trustee, Cause-led / creative ("wild card") A visionary, values-driven thinker who brings a different lens, creativity and energy, and is excited by what HARP could become. Time commitment and term Trustee: approximately 6-12 days per year, including preparation. Honorary Treasurer: approximately 12-15 days per year. Term: three years, renewable (maximum nine). These roles are voluntary and unremunerated. Reasonable expenses are reimbursed. Whilst the preference is that board meetings are attended in-person, they can be attended virtually Why now This is a practical, hands-on opportunity to join a charity with real scale, strong services, and a clear sense of purpose, at a point where good governance and clear thinking will shape what happens next. If you can bring judgement, curiosity and commitment, and you want to contribute to an organisation that exists to help people move from crisis to recovery, we would be very pleased to hear from you. Closing date: Midnight on Thursday 18th June To apply: To apply, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV (three sides of A4 maximum), along with a supporting statement (three sides of A4 maximum) detailing your experience, and achievements and addressing the key criteria for the role set out on this site and using examples to demonstrate how you meet the requirements. Documents should be uploaded via our website, please include and upload the below information in two documents only. If you experience any issues whilst applying, please contact . Applications should include: Full contact details; Names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees (we will ask your permission before contacting referees); Details of your notice period Notification of any dates when you are not available for an interview. At Tile Hill, we are committed to inclusion and accessibility. We champion and support all individuals to ensure everyone feels valued, listened to and motivated to get the very best out of each recruitment process and that processes are designed to meet the needs of individuals. If you have any specific requests and would like a confidential discussion with the Tile Hill team, then please email .
Role title: Director of Culture & Creative Industries Employer: Manchester City Council Location: Manchester Salary: £111,669 - £123,071 Shape one of the world's most distinctive cultural cities Manchester is a global cultural city with a powerful local identity. Culture is central to the city's growth, regeneration and sense of place, and following the announcement that Dave Moutrey is retiring, we are seeking an exceptional Director of Culture & Creative Industries to lead at a pivotal moment. This is one of the most senior local authority culture roles in the UK, with significant national and international influence. The role provides strategic leadership for Manchester's cultural and creative ecosystem, from world class institutions and major events to grassroots venues, creative businesses and neighbourhood based activity. Reporting to the Strategic Director (Neighbourhoods), you will act as Senior Responsible Officer for our Always Everywhere: Manchester's Cultural Ambition , and lead delivery of the Manchester Creative Industries Strategy. You will ensure culture and creativity are embedded across council priorities including inclusive economic growth, regeneration, skills, health and zero carbon ambitions. You will: Provide clear, visible leadership for culture, creative industries and major cultural programmes. Chair and strengthen citywide governance, including the Cultural Strategy Partnership Board, Creative Industries Leadership Group and Events Commission. Lead significant capital, commissioning and regeneration activity linked to culture and creative industries. Secure investment and drive innovation, commercial development and cross sector partnerships. Represent and advocate for Manchester locally, nationally and internationally with government, funders and global cultural networks. Lead and grow a multidisciplinary service, building new creative industries capacity within the Council. We are looking for a nationally credible cultural leader with significant senior level experience in the cultural or creative industries, public sector or similarly complex environments. You will bring a strong track record in creative industries development, investment and partnership working, alongside financial and commercial acumen. You will be politically astute, emotionally intelligent and a confident communicator able to navigate complex issues, convene diverse partners and deliver at pace. A deep understanding of UK cultural policy, the role of local government and a genuine commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and neighbourhood access are essential. This is a rare opportunity to shape Manchester's cultural future, balancing global ambition with local community impact in a city that takes culture seriously and expects delivery. For more details click (insert call to action) or contact; Rebekah Herz-Bauman : Gary Evans : Carmel Bell : Closing date: Monday 24th May
May 22, 2026
Full time
Role title: Director of Culture & Creative Industries Employer: Manchester City Council Location: Manchester Salary: £111,669 - £123,071 Shape one of the world's most distinctive cultural cities Manchester is a global cultural city with a powerful local identity. Culture is central to the city's growth, regeneration and sense of place, and following the announcement that Dave Moutrey is retiring, we are seeking an exceptional Director of Culture & Creative Industries to lead at a pivotal moment. This is one of the most senior local authority culture roles in the UK, with significant national and international influence. The role provides strategic leadership for Manchester's cultural and creative ecosystem, from world class institutions and major events to grassroots venues, creative businesses and neighbourhood based activity. Reporting to the Strategic Director (Neighbourhoods), you will act as Senior Responsible Officer for our Always Everywhere: Manchester's Cultural Ambition , and lead delivery of the Manchester Creative Industries Strategy. You will ensure culture and creativity are embedded across council priorities including inclusive economic growth, regeneration, skills, health and zero carbon ambitions. You will: Provide clear, visible leadership for culture, creative industries and major cultural programmes. Chair and strengthen citywide governance, including the Cultural Strategy Partnership Board, Creative Industries Leadership Group and Events Commission. Lead significant capital, commissioning and regeneration activity linked to culture and creative industries. Secure investment and drive innovation, commercial development and cross sector partnerships. Represent and advocate for Manchester locally, nationally and internationally with government, funders and global cultural networks. Lead and grow a multidisciplinary service, building new creative industries capacity within the Council. We are looking for a nationally credible cultural leader with significant senior level experience in the cultural or creative industries, public sector or similarly complex environments. You will bring a strong track record in creative industries development, investment and partnership working, alongside financial and commercial acumen. You will be politically astute, emotionally intelligent and a confident communicator able to navigate complex issues, convene diverse partners and deliver at pace. A deep understanding of UK cultural policy, the role of local government and a genuine commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and neighbourhood access are essential. This is a rare opportunity to shape Manchester's cultural future, balancing global ambition with local community impact in a city that takes culture seriously and expects delivery. For more details click (insert call to action) or contact; Rebekah Herz-Bauman : Gary Evans : Carmel Bell : Closing date: Monday 24th May
Hertfordshire County Council
Hertford, Hertfordshire
Hertfordshire is a vibrant and varied county in the South East of England, home to nearly 1.2 million residents. Bordering London to the north, it combines dynamic urban centres, historic market towns and attractive rural communities-making it a highly desirable place to live and an inspiring place to build a career. Hertfordshire County Council is guided by its Corporate Plan, "Hertfordshire - On Your Side," with a clear ambition for residents to lead healthy, independent and fulfilling lives. Adult Care Services is central to delivering this ambition, working at the heart of communities to support people throughout adulthood and to achieve the best possible outcomes. We are now seeking an exceptional leader to take on the role of Director of Commissioning & Partnerships , a pivotal post within Adult Care Services. About the role As Director of Commissioning & Partnerships, you will lead a major directorate bringing together all adult social care commissioning activity and the Council's significant strategic health and NHS partnerships. You will set the strategic direction for commissioning across Adult Care Services, oversee all contracted provision across Hertfordshire, shape and sustain provider markets, and provide senior system leadership across the Integrated Care System (ICS). You will be responsible for commissioning decisions that are evidence based, legally compliant, financially sustainable and closely aligned with Hertfordshire's priorities-delivering value for money across an annual care purchasing spend of approximately £500m . You will press forward with shaping approaches to ensure equity and accessibility and ensure that the voice of people who draw on care and support is at the centre. This is a highly visible and influential role, operating at the intersection of local government, health partners, elected Members and provider markets. Key responsibilities Strategic commissioning and market management Lead and develop all strategic commissioning for Adult Care Services, including older people, learning disability, mental health, homecare, residential and nursing care, community wellbeing and prevention. Ensure compliance with Care Act duties relating to market sustainability, sufficiency, and information and advice. Lead fee setting strategies and market engagement, including senior relationships with the Hertfordshire Care Providers Association and housing partners. Health and system partnerships Provide senior leadership for all NHS and Integrated Care System partnerships. Represent the Council on partnership boards, joint commissioning arrangements and regional and national forums. Lead strategy and delivery for the Better Care Fund and other joint health and care programmes. Commercial and financial leadership Oversee multi million pound commissioning budgets, ensuring strong governance, financial sustainability and value for money. Lead commercial, procurement and contractual strategies across Adult Care Services and lead engagement with strategic budgeting and financial management. Provide assurance to Members and Corporate Leadership on spend, risks and outcomes. Leadership and transformation Lead and line manage Heads of Service across Community Commissioning, Strategy & Health Integration, Community Wellbeing Commissioning and Brokerage. Drive commissioning reform and major transformation programmes Provide visible, credible leadership across a complex, multi agency system About you You will be an experienced and credible senior leader with a strong track record in commissioning, system leadership and partnership working. You will be comfortable operating in politically sensitive environments and influencing at the highest level. Essential criteria Senior level leadership experience in commissioning, health integration or adult social care. Extensive experience of strategic commissioning and market management. Proven system leadership across local government, the NHS or similarly complex partnerships. Strong knowledge of Care Act commissioning responsibilities and regulatory frameworks. Experience of managing large, complex budgets and contractual arrangements. Ability to work effectively with elected Members, senior leaders and external stakeholders. Desirable Relevant professional, management or postgraduate qualification. Experience of leading large scale commissioning transformation or system redesign. We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. This job role is Level 18. Please locate the job profile here: Organisational Leadership To hear more about this opportunity please our in house recruitment team, or for an informal discussion about the role. Interview date: 5 June 2026. Benefits of working for us How to apply As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Additional information Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here. Closing date: 25 May 2026.
May 21, 2026
Full time
Hertfordshire is a vibrant and varied county in the South East of England, home to nearly 1.2 million residents. Bordering London to the north, it combines dynamic urban centres, historic market towns and attractive rural communities-making it a highly desirable place to live and an inspiring place to build a career. Hertfordshire County Council is guided by its Corporate Plan, "Hertfordshire - On Your Side," with a clear ambition for residents to lead healthy, independent and fulfilling lives. Adult Care Services is central to delivering this ambition, working at the heart of communities to support people throughout adulthood and to achieve the best possible outcomes. We are now seeking an exceptional leader to take on the role of Director of Commissioning & Partnerships , a pivotal post within Adult Care Services. About the role As Director of Commissioning & Partnerships, you will lead a major directorate bringing together all adult social care commissioning activity and the Council's significant strategic health and NHS partnerships. You will set the strategic direction for commissioning across Adult Care Services, oversee all contracted provision across Hertfordshire, shape and sustain provider markets, and provide senior system leadership across the Integrated Care System (ICS). You will be responsible for commissioning decisions that are evidence based, legally compliant, financially sustainable and closely aligned with Hertfordshire's priorities-delivering value for money across an annual care purchasing spend of approximately £500m . You will press forward with shaping approaches to ensure equity and accessibility and ensure that the voice of people who draw on care and support is at the centre. This is a highly visible and influential role, operating at the intersection of local government, health partners, elected Members and provider markets. Key responsibilities Strategic commissioning and market management Lead and develop all strategic commissioning for Adult Care Services, including older people, learning disability, mental health, homecare, residential and nursing care, community wellbeing and prevention. Ensure compliance with Care Act duties relating to market sustainability, sufficiency, and information and advice. Lead fee setting strategies and market engagement, including senior relationships with the Hertfordshire Care Providers Association and housing partners. Health and system partnerships Provide senior leadership for all NHS and Integrated Care System partnerships. Represent the Council on partnership boards, joint commissioning arrangements and regional and national forums. Lead strategy and delivery for the Better Care Fund and other joint health and care programmes. Commercial and financial leadership Oversee multi million pound commissioning budgets, ensuring strong governance, financial sustainability and value for money. Lead commercial, procurement and contractual strategies across Adult Care Services and lead engagement with strategic budgeting and financial management. Provide assurance to Members and Corporate Leadership on spend, risks and outcomes. Leadership and transformation Lead and line manage Heads of Service across Community Commissioning, Strategy & Health Integration, Community Wellbeing Commissioning and Brokerage. Drive commissioning reform and major transformation programmes Provide visible, credible leadership across a complex, multi agency system About you You will be an experienced and credible senior leader with a strong track record in commissioning, system leadership and partnership working. You will be comfortable operating in politically sensitive environments and influencing at the highest level. Essential criteria Senior level leadership experience in commissioning, health integration or adult social care. Extensive experience of strategic commissioning and market management. Proven system leadership across local government, the NHS or similarly complex partnerships. Strong knowledge of Care Act commissioning responsibilities and regulatory frameworks. Experience of managing large, complex budgets and contractual arrangements. Ability to work effectively with elected Members, senior leaders and external stakeholders. Desirable Relevant professional, management or postgraduate qualification. Experience of leading large scale commissioning transformation or system redesign. We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. This job role is Level 18. Please locate the job profile here: Organisational Leadership To hear more about this opportunity please our in house recruitment team, or for an informal discussion about the role. Interview date: 5 June 2026. Benefits of working for us How to apply As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Additional information Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here. Closing date: 25 May 2026.
Connect2Kent recruit exclusively for Kent County Council. We recruit for a range of Social Work position's both Locum and Permanent. Kent County Council are Ofsted rated as 'Outstanding'. We are currently recruiting for a Senior Practitioner to join the Children with Disabilities team 0-18, based in Thanet. Atleast 3 years permanent experience working in a Local Authority is required. Purpose of the Job: Manage a caseload of disabled children and young people aged 0-25 to assess, plan, monitor and review the support/personal assistance needs of service users, working in a person-centred way. Work with the service users and their families/carers to develop a package of support/assistance as they prepare to become adults and in their early adult life that promotes and maintains independence and wellbeing; where appropriate involve other agencies and use community resources to provide equality of opportunity, full participation and inclusion in society. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a diverse caseload of children, young people and their families, undertaking assessments to determine the needs and capabilities of clients and carers, and drawing up plans of support under the supervision and guidance of a designated supervisor, using agreed eligibility criteria and in accordance with statutory requirements, Directorate and Corporate Policy and National Legislation. Cost any support package and assist the client to access the most appropriate and comprehensive support available through community resources, direct payments or commissioned services. This should be achieved where appropriate within a multi agency environment and in accordance with service users' wishes, directorate budget limits and the requirements of the strategic framework and/or lead commissioning framework relating to the procurement of services. Provide and ensure the availability of adequate advocacy arrangements to assist service users towards self-determination of their personal assistance arrangements. Identify and where appropriate manage any safeguarding and quality of care issues in line with directorate policy and practice requirements, taking forward appropriate actions and communication with supervisor / line manager/ other directorate officers and develop investigating officer skills. Ensure that service users are empowered throughout the assessment, are at the centre of the decision making process and have control over their lives. Develop good working relationships with Education and Health staff to contribute to Education, Health and Care plans and other individual plans to ensure that positive outcomes for children and young people are achieved. In order to develop a holistic response, where appropriate, initiate and develop close working partnerships with Reviewed Sept 2016 other agencies: District Councils, voluntary agencies, the commercial and private sectors. Research and maintain a knowledge base of what resources are available in the local community in order to inform decision making on service users' care packages. Communicate effectively with clients and families on a range of issues. Be able to manage difficult situations and problems, promote independence including information, benefit maximisation, support services and equipment in order to inform the range of choices available when a person comes to develop their package of support and manage risk. Take into account issues of mental capacity and duty of care as agreed with a supervisor. Maintain a personal awareness of legislation relevant to children and adults, departmental and corporate policies and procedures, particularly those relating to the Children Act 1989, Carers and Disabled Children Act 2000, Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and any other relevant legislation and case law in order to apply a strong evidence base to ensure consistency and a high quality of service delivery. Maintain and keep accurate electronic records using the Social Care electronic system. Write and verbally present reports for formal meetings including reviews, case conferences and court proceedings. Connect2Kent is a trading style of Commercial Services Kent LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Kent is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Oct 06, 2025
Seasonal
Connect2Kent recruit exclusively for Kent County Council. We recruit for a range of Social Work position's both Locum and Permanent. Kent County Council are Ofsted rated as 'Outstanding'. We are currently recruiting for a Senior Practitioner to join the Children with Disabilities team 0-18, based in Thanet. Atleast 3 years permanent experience working in a Local Authority is required. Purpose of the Job: Manage a caseload of disabled children and young people aged 0-25 to assess, plan, monitor and review the support/personal assistance needs of service users, working in a person-centred way. Work with the service users and their families/carers to develop a package of support/assistance as they prepare to become adults and in their early adult life that promotes and maintains independence and wellbeing; where appropriate involve other agencies and use community resources to provide equality of opportunity, full participation and inclusion in society. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a diverse caseload of children, young people and their families, undertaking assessments to determine the needs and capabilities of clients and carers, and drawing up plans of support under the supervision and guidance of a designated supervisor, using agreed eligibility criteria and in accordance with statutory requirements, Directorate and Corporate Policy and National Legislation. Cost any support package and assist the client to access the most appropriate and comprehensive support available through community resources, direct payments or commissioned services. This should be achieved where appropriate within a multi agency environment and in accordance with service users' wishes, directorate budget limits and the requirements of the strategic framework and/or lead commissioning framework relating to the procurement of services. Provide and ensure the availability of adequate advocacy arrangements to assist service users towards self-determination of their personal assistance arrangements. Identify and where appropriate manage any safeguarding and quality of care issues in line with directorate policy and practice requirements, taking forward appropriate actions and communication with supervisor / line manager/ other directorate officers and develop investigating officer skills. Ensure that service users are empowered throughout the assessment, are at the centre of the decision making process and have control over their lives. Develop good working relationships with Education and Health staff to contribute to Education, Health and Care plans and other individual plans to ensure that positive outcomes for children and young people are achieved. In order to develop a holistic response, where appropriate, initiate and develop close working partnerships with Reviewed Sept 2016 other agencies: District Councils, voluntary agencies, the commercial and private sectors. Research and maintain a knowledge base of what resources are available in the local community in order to inform decision making on service users' care packages. Communicate effectively with clients and families on a range of issues. Be able to manage difficult situations and problems, promote independence including information, benefit maximisation, support services and equipment in order to inform the range of choices available when a person comes to develop their package of support and manage risk. Take into account issues of mental capacity and duty of care as agreed with a supervisor. Maintain a personal awareness of legislation relevant to children and adults, departmental and corporate policies and procedures, particularly those relating to the Children Act 1989, Carers and Disabled Children Act 2000, Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and any other relevant legislation and case law in order to apply a strong evidence base to ensure consistency and a high quality of service delivery. Maintain and keep accurate electronic records using the Social Care electronic system. Write and verbally present reports for formal meetings including reviews, case conferences and court proceedings. Connect2Kent is a trading style of Commercial Services Kent LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Kent is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
PossAbilities is not your typical social enterprise. We're an award-winning, not-for-profit organisation supporting people with learning disabilities to live the life they choose - with joy, creativity, and purpose. We've just been named one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025. We have created a 'can-do' culture, which is highly entrepreneurial, low on bureaucracy and non-corporate and we're growing fast: from 220 staff in 2014 to nearly 770 today, with a forecast turnover of £28M. It's also tremendous fun. Our HQ can be awash with animals from our farm and people with learning disabilities pop in and out of offices whether invited or not, ensuring that the place resonates with the sound of laughter. Now, we're looking for a Business Development Director to lead our next phase of expansion. You'll be a strategic thinker, deal maker and opportunity hunter, driving growth through new contracts, partnerships, and innovative housing solutions. If you're commercially sharp with an entrepreneurial mind-set, have significant experience of procurement and commissioning, superb at building relationships, and ready to help us scale without losing our quirky, fun-loving culture - this is your moment. For more information about the role and how to apply please visit our website via the Apply button. For an informal and confidential discussion, after having read the appointment brief, please contact our advising consultants at Attenti Anita Denton on - or David Fielding on -
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
PossAbilities is not your typical social enterprise. We're an award-winning, not-for-profit organisation supporting people with learning disabilities to live the life they choose - with joy, creativity, and purpose. We've just been named one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025. We have created a 'can-do' culture, which is highly entrepreneurial, low on bureaucracy and non-corporate and we're growing fast: from 220 staff in 2014 to nearly 770 today, with a forecast turnover of £28M. It's also tremendous fun. Our HQ can be awash with animals from our farm and people with learning disabilities pop in and out of offices whether invited or not, ensuring that the place resonates with the sound of laughter. Now, we're looking for a Business Development Director to lead our next phase of expansion. You'll be a strategic thinker, deal maker and opportunity hunter, driving growth through new contracts, partnerships, and innovative housing solutions. If you're commercially sharp with an entrepreneurial mind-set, have significant experience of procurement and commissioning, superb at building relationships, and ready to help us scale without losing our quirky, fun-loving culture - this is your moment. For more information about the role and how to apply please visit our website via the Apply button. For an informal and confidential discussion, after having read the appointment brief, please contact our advising consultants at Attenti Anita Denton on - or David Fielding on -
Job Title: Communications Director Reporting To: CEOs Location: Remote, with preference for candidates based in the Global South (occasional travel as required) Contract Type: Full-time Duration: 1 year Compensation: $90,000 - $105,000 WHO WE ARE: . Remaking the world with and for girls Purposeful is a movement-building hub for adolescent girls. We amplify girls voices, resource their resistance, build solidarity between and across girls movements, catalyse collaborative philanthropy and support innovation in grassroots programming with and for girls. Our work is both global and deeply local. In Sierra Leone, we bring our work together into one integrated strategy, sparking a groundswell of girls who can access and imagine new possibilities for themselves and their communities. Across the world we support girls organising and activism through a girl-led participatory grant-making process called the With and For Girls Awards. No matter where we are, we work so that girls and their allies can access the resources, networks and platforms they need to remake the world for themselves. Purposeful is a proudly feminist organisation, with a strong intersectional power analysis. We pursue strategies that prioritise the collective liberation of girls. We are looking for team members who share our feminist ideals. We believe the best work happens in dialogue, and we value collective decision-making. We believe in celebrating success, amongst staff and partners alike. We are looking for team members with a deep commitment to collaborative working, and who bring a sense of joy and humour to what can be challenging work. We pride ourselves on our diversity, the multiple languages we speak and places we live. We are all parents or have other caring responsibilities. We prioritise work-life balance, many of us have other projects and passions outside of Purposeful. As a team we prioritise opportunities for learning, sharing, and embedding different worldviews. We are looking for team members who thrive in diverse and cross-cultural contexts, and who bring passion, creativity and a thirst for learning to their work. We are our partnerships. We are most proud of the shared vision we have built with our partners - rooted in mutuality, trust, and collaboration. After years of informal and formal support to the Sierra Leone Adolescent Girls Network, we are proud to be part of a growing ecosystem of organisations working with and for girls. We are looking for team members who will work tirelessly to rebalance power disparities in funder-partner relationships, acting as responsible stewards of resources of and for our movements. CONTEXT OF THIS ROLE: At Purposeful, communications is political. It is how we amplify girls voices, sharpen feminist narratives, and push back against regressive agendas. The Communications Director will sit at the heart of this work - shaping and delivering a bold communications strategy aligned with Purposeful s vision, mission, and growth. This role leads the stewardship of Purposeful s voice, visual identity, and storytelling practice, ensuring that everything we produce - whether op-eds, reports, campaigns, or digital content - carries our politics with clarity and conviction. The Communications Director will work closely with the Co-CEOs and across all Purposeful teams, including Advocacy, grant-making, Learning & Insights, Programmes, and Resource Mobilisation, to amplify girls organising, showcase our impact, and influence the broader philanthropic and activist ecosystem. This is both a strategic and hands-on role, requiring a deep commitment to feminist movements, an instinct for storytelling as political practice, and a proven track record of positioning organisations on the global stage. SCOPE OF WORK 1. Communications Strategy & Leadership Lead on delivery and implementation of a new communications strategy, building on 2025 planning foundations. Work closely with the Co-CEOs and director team to horizon scan and adapt strategy in response to organisational vision and external landscape. Provide leadership to a small team of staff and consultants (designers, digital specialists, artists) and work collaboratively with partner communications leads on joint campaigns and initiatives. Meticulously manage and forecast the communications and editorial budget, ensuring value for money and strong planning. Track and analyse content performance, using insights to refine reach and engagement. 2. Storytelling & Content Development Oversee the creation of compelling storytelling content that highlights Purposeful s impact, amplifies girls and young feminists voices, and influences funders. Lead editorial planning and content workflows, balancing evergreen storytelling with crisis-response or time-sensitive outputs. Oversee production and capture of content from live and digital events (webinars, IG Lives, panels, etc.). Coordinate brand refresh projects, including a website refresh, and strengthen Purposeful s digital visibility with a focus on graphic-led content across social platforms. 3. Writing & Editorial Oversight Review and edit all external content to ensure quality, editorial standard, and alignment with Purposeful s voice and values. Write op-eds, blogs, social media posts, campaign messaging, press materials, and executive summaries. Collaborate with colleagues in Learning & Insights to integrate data into storytelling and publications. Edit and manage the production of publications and reports, commissioning artists and graphic designers as needed. Provide editorial oversight for media projects, including radio, film, and animation. 4. Media Engagement & Positioning Cultivate strong relationships with international, regional, and local media outlets. Proactively position Purposeful in global and regional conversations, ensuring girls and feminist movements voices are at the centre. Lead on preparing and supporting spokespersons, including Co-CEOs and external partners, for media engagement. Design and execute media strategies for key campaigns, events, and publications. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Experience & Skills Proven experience developing and delivering communications strategies aligned with organisational goals. Demonstrated leadership in managing small teams and consultants. Strong hands-on skills in digital communication tools (e.g., Mailchimp, Canva, Adobe, basic video editing). Extensive experience in content planning and editorial workflows. Strong published track record (op-eds, blogs, media features) and evidence of positioning organisations in the public spotlight. Excellent writing and editing skills, with experience commissioning and managing creative contributors. Experience building and maintaining media relationships, particularly in activist and philanthropic contexts. Proven experience overseeing websites and digital platforms, using analytics to inform strategy. Strong project management and budget forecasting skills. Closing date: 31st October 2025
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Communications Director Reporting To: CEOs Location: Remote, with preference for candidates based in the Global South (occasional travel as required) Contract Type: Full-time Duration: 1 year Compensation: $90,000 - $105,000 WHO WE ARE: . Remaking the world with and for girls Purposeful is a movement-building hub for adolescent girls. We amplify girls voices, resource their resistance, build solidarity between and across girls movements, catalyse collaborative philanthropy and support innovation in grassroots programming with and for girls. Our work is both global and deeply local. In Sierra Leone, we bring our work together into one integrated strategy, sparking a groundswell of girls who can access and imagine new possibilities for themselves and their communities. Across the world we support girls organising and activism through a girl-led participatory grant-making process called the With and For Girls Awards. No matter where we are, we work so that girls and their allies can access the resources, networks and platforms they need to remake the world for themselves. Purposeful is a proudly feminist organisation, with a strong intersectional power analysis. We pursue strategies that prioritise the collective liberation of girls. We are looking for team members who share our feminist ideals. We believe the best work happens in dialogue, and we value collective decision-making. We believe in celebrating success, amongst staff and partners alike. We are looking for team members with a deep commitment to collaborative working, and who bring a sense of joy and humour to what can be challenging work. We pride ourselves on our diversity, the multiple languages we speak and places we live. We are all parents or have other caring responsibilities. We prioritise work-life balance, many of us have other projects and passions outside of Purposeful. As a team we prioritise opportunities for learning, sharing, and embedding different worldviews. We are looking for team members who thrive in diverse and cross-cultural contexts, and who bring passion, creativity and a thirst for learning to their work. We are our partnerships. We are most proud of the shared vision we have built with our partners - rooted in mutuality, trust, and collaboration. After years of informal and formal support to the Sierra Leone Adolescent Girls Network, we are proud to be part of a growing ecosystem of organisations working with and for girls. We are looking for team members who will work tirelessly to rebalance power disparities in funder-partner relationships, acting as responsible stewards of resources of and for our movements. CONTEXT OF THIS ROLE: At Purposeful, communications is political. It is how we amplify girls voices, sharpen feminist narratives, and push back against regressive agendas. The Communications Director will sit at the heart of this work - shaping and delivering a bold communications strategy aligned with Purposeful s vision, mission, and growth. This role leads the stewardship of Purposeful s voice, visual identity, and storytelling practice, ensuring that everything we produce - whether op-eds, reports, campaigns, or digital content - carries our politics with clarity and conviction. The Communications Director will work closely with the Co-CEOs and across all Purposeful teams, including Advocacy, grant-making, Learning & Insights, Programmes, and Resource Mobilisation, to amplify girls organising, showcase our impact, and influence the broader philanthropic and activist ecosystem. This is both a strategic and hands-on role, requiring a deep commitment to feminist movements, an instinct for storytelling as political practice, and a proven track record of positioning organisations on the global stage. SCOPE OF WORK 1. Communications Strategy & Leadership Lead on delivery and implementation of a new communications strategy, building on 2025 planning foundations. Work closely with the Co-CEOs and director team to horizon scan and adapt strategy in response to organisational vision and external landscape. Provide leadership to a small team of staff and consultants (designers, digital specialists, artists) and work collaboratively with partner communications leads on joint campaigns and initiatives. Meticulously manage and forecast the communications and editorial budget, ensuring value for money and strong planning. Track and analyse content performance, using insights to refine reach and engagement. 2. Storytelling & Content Development Oversee the creation of compelling storytelling content that highlights Purposeful s impact, amplifies girls and young feminists voices, and influences funders. Lead editorial planning and content workflows, balancing evergreen storytelling with crisis-response or time-sensitive outputs. Oversee production and capture of content from live and digital events (webinars, IG Lives, panels, etc.). Coordinate brand refresh projects, including a website refresh, and strengthen Purposeful s digital visibility with a focus on graphic-led content across social platforms. 3. Writing & Editorial Oversight Review and edit all external content to ensure quality, editorial standard, and alignment with Purposeful s voice and values. Write op-eds, blogs, social media posts, campaign messaging, press materials, and executive summaries. Collaborate with colleagues in Learning & Insights to integrate data into storytelling and publications. Edit and manage the production of publications and reports, commissioning artists and graphic designers as needed. Provide editorial oversight for media projects, including radio, film, and animation. 4. Media Engagement & Positioning Cultivate strong relationships with international, regional, and local media outlets. Proactively position Purposeful in global and regional conversations, ensuring girls and feminist movements voices are at the centre. Lead on preparing and supporting spokespersons, including Co-CEOs and external partners, for media engagement. Design and execute media strategies for key campaigns, events, and publications. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Experience & Skills Proven experience developing and delivering communications strategies aligned with organisational goals. Demonstrated leadership in managing small teams and consultants. Strong hands-on skills in digital communication tools (e.g., Mailchimp, Canva, Adobe, basic video editing). Extensive experience in content planning and editorial workflows. Strong published track record (op-eds, blogs, media features) and evidence of positioning organisations in the public spotlight. Excellent writing and editing skills, with experience commissioning and managing creative contributors. Experience building and maintaining media relationships, particularly in activist and philanthropic contexts. Proven experience overseeing websites and digital platforms, using analytics to inform strategy. Strong project management and budget forecasting skills. Closing date: 31st October 2025
Description: Connect2Kent recruit exclusively for Kent County Council. We recruit for a range of Social Work position's both Locum and Permanent. Kent County Council are Ofsted rated as 'Outstanding'. We are currently recruiting for Social Workers to join the Children's Social Work Team. Previous experience is required working in Children's Social Work Team. KCC has various positions available across Kent. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a diverse caseload of children, young people and their families, undertaking assessments to determine the needs and capabilities of clients and carers, and drawing up plans of support under the supervision and guidance of a designated supervisor, using agreed eligibility criteria and in accordance with statutory requirements, Directorate and Corporate Policy and National Legislation. Cost any support package and assist the client to access the most appropriate and comprehensive support available through community resources, direct payments or commissioned services. This should be achieved where appropriate within a multi-agency environment and in accordance with service users' wishes, directorate budget limits and the requirements of the strategic framework and/or lead commissioning framework relating to the procurement of services. Provide and ensure the availability of adequate advocacy arrangements to assist service users towards self-determination of their personal assistance arrangements. Identify and where appropriate manage any safeguarding and quality of care issues in line with directorate policy and practice requirements, taking forward appropriate actions and communication with supervisor / line manager/ other directorate officers and develop investigating officer skills. Ensure that service users are empowered throughout the assessment, are at the centre of the decision making process and have control over their lives. Develop good working relationships with Education and Health staff to contribute to Education, Health and Care plans and other individual plans to ensure that positive outcomes for children and young people are achieved. In order to develop a holistic response, where appropriate, initiate and develop close working partnerships with other agencies: District Councils, voluntary agencies, the commercial and private sectors. Research and maintain a knowledge base of what resources are available in the local community in order to inform decision making on service users' care packages. Communicate effectively with clients and families on a range of issues. Be able to manage difficult situations and problems, promote independence including information, benefit maximisation, support services and equipment in order to inform the range of choices available when a person comes to develop their package of support and manage risk. Take into account issues of mental capacity and duty of care as agreed with a supervisor. Maintain a personal awareness of legislation relevant to children and adults, departmental and corporate policies and procedures, particularly those relating to the Children Act 1989, Carers and Disabled Children Act 2000, Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and any other relevant legislation and case law in order to apply a strong evidence base to ensure consistency and a high quality of service delivery. Maintain and keep accurate electronic records using the Social Care electronic system. Write and verbally present reports for formal meetings including reviews, case conferences and court proceedings. Connect2Kent is a trading style of Commercial Services Kent LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Kent is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Oct 01, 2025
Contractor
Description: Connect2Kent recruit exclusively for Kent County Council. We recruit for a range of Social Work position's both Locum and Permanent. Kent County Council are Ofsted rated as 'Outstanding'. We are currently recruiting for Social Workers to join the Children's Social Work Team. Previous experience is required working in Children's Social Work Team. KCC has various positions available across Kent. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a diverse caseload of children, young people and their families, undertaking assessments to determine the needs and capabilities of clients and carers, and drawing up plans of support under the supervision and guidance of a designated supervisor, using agreed eligibility criteria and in accordance with statutory requirements, Directorate and Corporate Policy and National Legislation. Cost any support package and assist the client to access the most appropriate and comprehensive support available through community resources, direct payments or commissioned services. This should be achieved where appropriate within a multi-agency environment and in accordance with service users' wishes, directorate budget limits and the requirements of the strategic framework and/or lead commissioning framework relating to the procurement of services. Provide and ensure the availability of adequate advocacy arrangements to assist service users towards self-determination of their personal assistance arrangements. Identify and where appropriate manage any safeguarding and quality of care issues in line with directorate policy and practice requirements, taking forward appropriate actions and communication with supervisor / line manager/ other directorate officers and develop investigating officer skills. Ensure that service users are empowered throughout the assessment, are at the centre of the decision making process and have control over their lives. Develop good working relationships with Education and Health staff to contribute to Education, Health and Care plans and other individual plans to ensure that positive outcomes for children and young people are achieved. In order to develop a holistic response, where appropriate, initiate and develop close working partnerships with other agencies: District Councils, voluntary agencies, the commercial and private sectors. Research and maintain a knowledge base of what resources are available in the local community in order to inform decision making on service users' care packages. Communicate effectively with clients and families on a range of issues. Be able to manage difficult situations and problems, promote independence including information, benefit maximisation, support services and equipment in order to inform the range of choices available when a person comes to develop their package of support and manage risk. Take into account issues of mental capacity and duty of care as agreed with a supervisor. Maintain a personal awareness of legislation relevant to children and adults, departmental and corporate policies and procedures, particularly those relating to the Children Act 1989, Carers and Disabled Children Act 2000, Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and any other relevant legislation and case law in order to apply a strong evidence base to ensure consistency and a high quality of service delivery. Maintain and keep accurate electronic records using the Social Care electronic system. Write and verbally present reports for formal meetings including reviews, case conferences and court proceedings. Connect2Kent is a trading style of Commercial Services Kent LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Kent is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Chief Executive Help & Care Location: Home-based within easy reach of Dorset (regular travel across the region) Salary: circa £85,000 per annum Contract: permanent, full-time (37 hours per week) Are you ready to lead a values-driven regional charity and social enterprise that helps people to live the lives they choose? Help & Care has been supporting communities across Dorset and the south coast since 1985. We deliver person-centred services that promote dignity, independence and connection - from dementia coordination and health coaching to our award-winning Roots gardening programme and social prescribing partnerships. Working with over 25 partners across health, housing and the voluntary sector, we co-produce services that make a real difference to older people, those with long-term conditions, carers and people at risk of isolation. As our next Chief Executive, you will: Strategic leadership: Set and deliver a clear, values-led strategy that secures long-term impact and sustainable growth. Values leadership: Put Help & Care s values - social justice, innovation, personal and collaborative - at the heart of decision-making and model them. Growth & income diversification: Lead business development, win new contracts, and develop social-enterprise opportunities to reduce reliance on public commissioning. Partnerships & advocacy: Strengthen senior-level relationships with NHS, local authorities and commissioners; represent Help & Care across systems, media and networks. Service quality & impact: Embed rigorous monitoring and evaluation so our outcomes drive commissioning, improve margins and strengthen our reputation. People leadership: Inspire, retain and develop a high-performing, compassionate leadership team and workforce. Governance & financial stewardship: Provide the Board with timely, high-quality reporting, oversee financial recovery plans, and ensure robust risk and compliance frameworks. Who you are: An experienced CEO or senior director from complex, multi-service health & social care or community organisations. Proven track record in winning commissioned contracts, tendering and contract management. Skilled at building strategic partnerships and influencing at senior system level. Comfortable leading transformation and financial sustainability work, with demonstrable budgeting and forecasting skills. A values-led, collaborative leader with high emotional intelligence, resilience and a commitment to social justice and co-production. Why Help & Care? Lead a highly respected regional provider with an outstanding track record of co-production and innovation. Shape an organisation poised for growth and greater regional influence. Hybrid, home-based working, regular travel across Dorset, and the chance to safeguard vital services for local communities. If you would like to receive an Information Pack for this role with details on how to apply, please send an expression of interest and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile in confidence to our consultant, Jenny Hills via the apply button. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny at the above address with suitable times to speak. Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 20th October 2025 As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Chief Executive Help & Care Location: Home-based within easy reach of Dorset (regular travel across the region) Salary: circa £85,000 per annum Contract: permanent, full-time (37 hours per week) Are you ready to lead a values-driven regional charity and social enterprise that helps people to live the lives they choose? Help & Care has been supporting communities across Dorset and the south coast since 1985. We deliver person-centred services that promote dignity, independence and connection - from dementia coordination and health coaching to our award-winning Roots gardening programme and social prescribing partnerships. Working with over 25 partners across health, housing and the voluntary sector, we co-produce services that make a real difference to older people, those with long-term conditions, carers and people at risk of isolation. As our next Chief Executive, you will: Strategic leadership: Set and deliver a clear, values-led strategy that secures long-term impact and sustainable growth. Values leadership: Put Help & Care s values - social justice, innovation, personal and collaborative - at the heart of decision-making and model them. Growth & income diversification: Lead business development, win new contracts, and develop social-enterprise opportunities to reduce reliance on public commissioning. Partnerships & advocacy: Strengthen senior-level relationships with NHS, local authorities and commissioners; represent Help & Care across systems, media and networks. Service quality & impact: Embed rigorous monitoring and evaluation so our outcomes drive commissioning, improve margins and strengthen our reputation. People leadership: Inspire, retain and develop a high-performing, compassionate leadership team and workforce. Governance & financial stewardship: Provide the Board with timely, high-quality reporting, oversee financial recovery plans, and ensure robust risk and compliance frameworks. Who you are: An experienced CEO or senior director from complex, multi-service health & social care or community organisations. Proven track record in winning commissioned contracts, tendering and contract management. Skilled at building strategic partnerships and influencing at senior system level. Comfortable leading transformation and financial sustainability work, with demonstrable budgeting and forecasting skills. A values-led, collaborative leader with high emotional intelligence, resilience and a commitment to social justice and co-production. Why Help & Care? Lead a highly respected regional provider with an outstanding track record of co-production and innovation. Shape an organisation poised for growth and greater regional influence. Hybrid, home-based working, regular travel across Dorset, and the chance to safeguard vital services for local communities. If you would like to receive an Information Pack for this role with details on how to apply, please send an expression of interest and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile in confidence to our consultant, Jenny Hills via the apply button. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny at the above address with suitable times to speak. Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 20th October 2025 As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
