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With a heritage of 100 years, our patron is the Duchess of Gloucester, we are a membership-owned organisation for all civil service and public sector employees in the UK, supported by 1,200 volunteers. We provide opportunities for over 100,000 members, that inspires wellbeing, builds community, and fosters a genuine sense of belonging, earning lifelong loyalty through trust and meaningful connection. We are currently undergoing our 3 year transformation agenda and it's an exciting time to be part of building our next chapter. Event & Engagement Coordinator Remotely based in North West England with one day a week based in Manchester office. 9 month fixed term contract / placement. Job Purpose: To plan, coordinate, and deliver a range of local events across North West England, ensuring each event is well-organised, inclusive, and engaging for local communities. The Local Event & Engagement Coordinator will collaborate closely with partners, local authorities, suppliers, volunteers, and members to deliver high-quality, unique and memorable experiences. Key Responsibilities: Event Coordination Plan and manage logistics for a variety of local member events, making sure all events are accessible and attractive to both existing and potential members. Liaise with relevant external and internal contacts such as venues, suppliers, CSSC's ticketing platform, Head Office departments, and volunteers. Complete all relevant compliance work such as risk assessments and public liability checks. Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring value for money and accurate financial tracking. Oversee event setup and breakdown where applicable, managing on-site logistics and resolving any issues on the day. Recruit and coordinate volunteers to assist with events. Evaluate event success through feedback, data collection, and post-event reporting. Digital Engagement Promote events via social media, email campaigns, posters, and local press in collaboration with marketing teams. Manage and grow the North West's CSSC TikTok presence, including content planning, filming, editing, posting, and community engagement. Create engaging, on-brand short-form video content tailored to target audiences. Monitor performance metrics and use insights to optimise content strategy and increase reach and engagement. Stay up to date with emerging social media trends, tools, and platform updates. Key Skills & Experience: Essential: Proven experience in planning and delivering events. Strong organisational and time-management skills. Ability to manage budgets and handle multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region. Ability to analyse member insights to inform event planning and attract potential new members. Ability to work collaboratively with regional teams to support membership growth and positive member experiences. Ability to build rapport with volunteers and identify the support needed for successful event delivery. Confidence in using IT systems and ticketing platforms to promote events across appropriate channels. Desirable: Experience working with community groups, charities, membership organisations or not for profits. Knowledge of health and safety and safeguarding procedures. Familiarity with marketing or PR for events. First Aid or event safety training. Previous experience with ticketing platforms or willingness to learn. Understanding of how comms and events align with one another. Data literacy or willingness to understand some basic data analytics. Who are we looking for? Energetic and positive, bringing enthusiasm to everything you do. Excited by change, seeing new opportunities and possibilities. Keen to succeed with a strong development mindset. Passionate about delivering great events and experiences. Open to feedback, always looking for ways to improve. CSSC is an Equal Opportunities Employer The above is intended to describe the general content of the role, and the requirements for satisfactory performance in this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the duties, responsibilities, or role requirements. We value diversity at CSSC, and do not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, religion, race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. Interviews at CSSC take place in person and virtually as part of our recruitment process. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you are selected to move forward in our application process and you have a medical condition or an individual need for adjustment to our process, and you believe it may affect your ability to be at your best, please let the recruitment partner know, so we can consider how best we can support you and make any adjustments that may reasonably be needed. If this job sounds like it would be of interest to you, please get in touch, we'd love to hear from you! To apply, please visit our website via the button below.

Support Coordinator This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following stroke. We're looking for an innovative, passionate and professional individual with excellent communication and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Service based in the North Lincolnshire area. Position: 000014 Stroke Support Coordinator Location: Home-based, North Lincolnshire. However, extensive travel across the region will be required as part of this role (this will include regular home visits, and may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week Salary: Circa £17,000 per annum (FTE circa £28,300 per annum) Contract: Services are contracted and there is currently funding until 31 March 2028. Benefits: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Health Cash Plan, flexible working opportunities available. Closing Date: 12 July 2026 Interview Date: 21 and 22 July 2026. Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application. The Role The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes. Reporting to the Stroke Service Delivery Coach, the Stroke Support Coordinator will: Making introductory calls to stroke survivors and carers, identify their needs and their desired support pathway through the service. Delivering an effective service in line with the case management principles ensuring that confidential and accurate records are kept on the CRM database. Organise and deliver community engagement activities such as awareness events and service presentations to promote the service and raise awareness of stroke and its risk factors Provide personalised information, advice and support using a person-centred approach through a variety of contact methods including home visits. Working collaboratively with other professionals and organisations involved in the care of stroke survivors and carers to ensure the best possible support is provided throughout the stroke pathway. About You The post holder will have experience/background in: Providing person centred support. Working to improve outcomes for individuals/communities Using technology and IT systems to support your work and keep timely, accurate records. Working collaboratively with other professionals in a variety of settings. Delivering presentations and organising local events This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings and also travel further afield for team and Locality meetings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role. To fulfil the role you must be resident in the UK and have the right to work in the UK. Applications You will be asked to submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. If you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme, please indicate this in your supporting statement, and in the main body of your email when applying for the role. You will be able to view the role profile when you apply. Finding strength through support The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke. They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life. It's only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support. The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they're determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity. The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work. A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we're happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you're able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs. You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.

Support Coordinator This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following stroke. We re looking for an innovative, passionate and professional individual with excellent communication and organisational skills to join our Stroke Recovery Service based in the North Lincolnshire area. Position: 000014 Stroke Association Support Coordinator Location: Home-based, North Lincolnshire. However, extensive travel across the region will be required as part of this role (this will include regular home visits, and may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week Salary: Circa £17,000 per annum (FTE circa £28,300 per annum) Contract: Our services are contracted, we currently have funding until 31 March 2028. Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Health Cash Plan, flexible working opportunities available. Closing Date: 12 July 2026 Interview Date: 21 and 22 July 2026. Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application. The Role The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes. Reporting to the Stroke Association Service Delivery Coach, the Stroke Association Support Coordinator will: Making introductory calls to stroke survivors and carers, identify their needs and their desired support pathway through the service. Delivering an effective service in line with our case management principles ensuring that confidential and accurate records are kept on our CRM database. Organise and deliver community engagement activities such as awareness events and service presentations to promote the service and raise awareness of stroke and its risk factors Provide personalised information, advice and support using a person-centred approach through a variety of contact methods including home visits. Working collaboratively with other professionals and organisations involved in the care of stroke survivors and carers to ensure the best possible support is provided throughout the stroke pathway. About You The post holder will have experience/background in: Providing person centred support. Working to improve outcomes for individuals/communities Using technology and IT systems to support your work and keep timely, accurate records. Working collaboratively with other professionals in a variety of settings. Deliverig presentations and organising local events This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings and also travel further afield for team and Locality meetings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role. To fulfil the role you must be resident in the UK and have the right to work in the UK. Applications You will be asked to submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. If you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme, please indicate this in your supporting statement, and in the main body of your email when applying for the role. You will be able to view the role profile when you apply. Stroke Association Finding strength through support The Stroke Association is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. We provide tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke. We re here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life. It s only thanks to the generosity of our supporters and donors that we can provide vital support. Stroke Association is driven by our ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means we re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by Our approach to solving inequity in stroke, we are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across our charity. We are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Stroke Association and we are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how we work. We are a Disability Confident employer, and we are making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. Our charity has a variety of staff network groups and we're committed to continuously improving our diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs. You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.

At Ticehurst Care Home, we're dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our residents. We're looking for a Wellbeing Co-ordinator to help us build a warm and welcoming community where everyone feels valued and respected. You'll play a key role in the physical, emotional, and social wellbeing of our residents, creating a positive and inclusive environment. What you'll do: Lead with confidence: Use your expertise to inspire and guide our team of Companions, monitor performance, and identify training opportunities. Build meaningful relationships: Partner with the wider care service, community and voluntary organisations to expand residents' opportunities and experiences. Inspire and empower volunteers: Recruit, train and support a dedicated team of volunteers to drive innovative fundraising initiatives. Organise activities and events: Plan and coordinate a variety of activities and events that encourage social interaction and engagement. Contribute to exceptional care: Work closely with residents to create and implement individual and group wellbeing engagement plans. What we're looking for: Relevant experience: Proven track record of providing wellbeing opportunities and person-centred support. Sound knowledge: Understand the process of creating support plans to meet individual needs while actively promoting their wellbeing. Strong leader: Lead by example, using best practice to role model high standards of work. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: Adapt your style to meet the diverse needs of our residents. Good IT skills: MO365 experience (including Word, Outlook and Excel) and a willingness to expand your knowledge. Compassionate: Show patience, empathy, and respect in every interaction, always putting our residents first. Why join us? Enhance our residents' wellbeing: Help put a smile on their face and ensure our residents can participate in meaningful activities to expand their experiences. The role can be emotionally challenging at times, but your commitment will have a lasting impact on the lives of others. Make a difference: Be part of the important work our Older Adults Residential Teams do. Supportive environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community. Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Other roles you may have experience of may include: Community Champion, Wellbeing Champion, Wellbeing Assessor, Events Organiser, Events Manager, Wellbeing Manager, Wellbeing Lead, Wellbeing Leader, Wellness Coordinator, Wellbeing and Activities Coordinator, Care Coordinator, Community Events Coordinator, Volunteer Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Volunteer Engagement Manager, Community Engagement Officer.

Create a safe space for your Parkinson's community. 'It's a fantastic feeling when someone new comes to their first meeting. They're usually nervous or unsure what to expect, Yet, they tend to leave with a smile on their face, more confident and with a lot of new friends. They have found somewhere safe where no one sees them just for their Parkinson's.' Tony, Support Group Coordinator. Our groups offer vital friendship and support and, as a Group Coordinator, you'll lead a collaborative team of volunteers, making shared decisions to ensure activities are safe and inclusive. You'll be responding to the unique needs of people living with Parkinson's, right where you are. Lead a friendly team, make a big impact and build community as a Lead Volunteer. You'll be supported every step of the way by your fellow volunteers, a named Parkinson's UK Staff Contact and essential training, so you won't be alone. Why we want you Do you enjoy bringing people together and creating a sense of community? Our groups offer friendship and support to people living with Parkinson's and are run by volunteers just like you! As a Group Coordinator, you'll play a key role in your group by inspiring, coordinating and supporting other volunteers in the group. Together, you'll help organise activities and events and ensure the smooth running of your group. You'll make decisions in an inclusive way, responding to the unique needs of your local Parkinson's community. There are resources and support available to help you carry out the role effectively, so you won't be alone. The tasks you'll be asked to undertake will vary depending on the group's size and income. Some tasks are core to the role, but we encourage lead volunteers to delegate tasks where possible so volunteering is easy, engaging and enriching for everyone. Please read this role description alongside the role advertisement for further details and talk to your Parkinson's UK Staff Contact. They are there to help and guide you every step of the way. What you will be doing Acting as a link between your group and the local community. Together with other group volunteers, planning and coordinating the group's programme of activities including meetings, talks, classes, and outings. Staying up to date with Parkinson's UK training and guidance and sharing it with others in your team. Making decisions collaboratively by listening to the views of other volunteers and people affected by Parkinson's. Representing Parkinson's UK in line with our values and the Volunteering Agreement. The skills you need You're enthusiastic and committed to your Parkinson's community. You're able to bring people together to share tasks and make things happen. You have strong organisational skills. You're good at communicating, as well as ensuring that everyone is included and heard. You're confident with email and have a willingness to make use of other digital tools to support your role. What's in it for you Make a real difference; you will directly impact people living with Parkinson's in your community, providing enjoyable and enriching activities. Gain further experience; use and build on your skills in leadership, team working, organisation and community building. Join a friendly team; you'll get to meet and connect with other volunteers and staff from Parkinson's UK. Increase your understanding; learn more about Parkinson's and the support available. Be part of a pioneering organisation; join an organisation committed to improving life for everyone affected by Parkinson's. Full support; we'll give you all the training you need to get started and will be here to support you along the way. Expenses covered; we'll pay any reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred as part of your volunteering, in line with our expenses policy.

This role has a starting salary of 11,514 per annum (pro rata to 27,634 FTE), based on a 15 hour working week. We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Senior Library Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will be based at Warlingham Library, you will also be required to work at Oxted Library. Libraries are spaces for social interaction, learning and cultural experiences, acting as an economic enabler providing support for local communities and businesses. Surrey's libraries offer vital services to all members of their communities. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (pro-rated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role Surrey Libraries hold a unique place in our communities offering something for everyone, and no two days are the same. They provide universal access through a programme of reading, learning, digital, and health and wellbeing activities. Our vision is for our libraries to become hubs of the community that all are proud of. With excellent customer service at its heart, we need people who share this passion to become more successful. Library Assistants greet each person with a positive attitude and resilient approach to any request. Customer service is at the forefront of our library service, making them busy, lively places to work. Flexibility, creativity, and initiative are key. Your responsibilities will include: Supervise and direct the operational activities of volunteers to support transactions and deliver a programme of activities to customers Support and assess volunteer needs and lead on the delivery of training Liaise and work closely with the volunteer coordinator appointed by Warlingham Parish Council Helping with reading recommendations Creating new themes for book displays Maintaining, presenting, and processing book stock Leading craft events, Rhymetime, and Storytime sessions Engaging with schools to organise visits and class assemblies Assisting with or leading activities for both children and adults Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the followingskills: Proven experience in providing or receiving excellent customer service. Evidence of observing or contributing to a community service that made a positive impact. Creative ideas for attracting more people to our libraries, aligned with the Surrey Frame Work To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions. Please highlight your strengths and any transferable skills or experience: What has motivated you to apply for the Surrey Library Service? (150 words) Can you please provide an example when you either provided, or received, excellent customer service? (150 words) Our libraries are a vital community resource. Describe an instance where you observed or contributed to a community service making a positive impact. (150 words) Can you name 3 things you would do to attract more people to our libraries and highlight how they align with aspects of our Surrey Way framework? (150 words) If shortlisted for interview, you will be sent interview questions in advance. You will be asked to share an idea for a library event and be asked to read a short story. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/06/2026 with interviews planned to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

We are seeking a dynamic, experienced programme coordinator to lead our Travelling with Confidence grant, engaging and empowering disabled people, promoting independent mobility, using rail and connecting modes. Working with our members and partners you will coordinate and support the delivery of this important programme, helping to ensure it is participatory, empowering, effective and well-evaluated, while sharing learnings and building a lasting legacy. Salary: £36,400 (FTE) Days: Part-time, 3.5 days (25.9hrs) p/w flexible working patterns available Benefits: 25days annual leave plus bank holidays; pension with employer contribution of 3%; flexi-time working (core hours 10am-3pm); access to Employee Assistance Programme Contract type: Fixed term, until 26 February 2027 (15 months) Location: Home-based (location flexible, within Great Britain) Direct reports: None, but responsible for liaison with and reporting from delivery partners About us Community Rail Network is a not-for-profit organisation, working across Britain to support a growing community rail movement. Community rail promotes sustainable and inclusive travel, coordinates volunteering and place-making projects, and brings people together. Community rail is made up of 75 community-based partnership organisations, 1,300 station friends volunteer groups, and other community-led initiatives around Britain. Their activities range from creative projects with young people, to advising train operators on service improvements, to building travel confidence with families and marginalised groups, to biodiversity projects at stations, to promoting greener travel and tourism by rail. Our enthusiastic team of 22 works mainly from home in different locations, but we come together regularly in person and online. We work collaboratively to advise our members, provide training, events and resources, run campaigns, and champion community rail and its insights via decision-makers and the media. We believe in developing our team and supporting everyone to reach their potential while having a good work-life balance. Responsibilities Programme coordination, delivery and monitoring and evaluation: Ensure good coordination and communication between delivery partners and support their high-quality delivery in line with timeframes and requirements, including via steering group meetings and individual support. Offer support, guidance and ideas to our delivery partners to assist their work, helping them to build capacity and confidence and meet their objectives. This includes support to engage with, and draw on the experiences, ideas and voices of disabled people. Support delivery partners in developing and embedding co-creation principles and empowering ways of working for their projects, drawing on good practice and expertise. Work with stakeholders at all levels to facilitate positive collaboration and help develop our wider network while supporting project objectives and raising awareness about this work. Produce communications content to support project delivery, such as case studies and blogs, and work with our Communications and Policy team to promote the programme, its achievements, and amplify the voices/views/needs of the disabled people engaged. Manage the delivery of a accompanying small grant fund (using/adapting our existing processes and systems) for other community rail partnerships/groups to deliver travel confidence initiatives with disabled people. Provide similar support and advice to those grant-funded to that offered to the core delivery partners, in line with their needs. Support monitoring, data collection and meaningful evaluation by all core and grant-funded delivery partners, ensuring this is in line with project reporting requirements, and serves our goals around legacy-building and empowering those involved. Monitor and review project objectives, troubleshooting any issues in a timely manner. Financial management of the grant budget, managing internal (Community Rail Network) budget spend as well as monitoring the delivery partner budgets in partnership with the project leads, ensuring these are in line with agreed grant funding. Grant administration, reporting and liaison Maintain and develop relations with the grant provider, ensuring we meet reporting deadlines and other requirements (such as attendance at progress meetings). Work with project partners to agree the data set requirements and outcome parameters for evaluation, and provide suitable reporting tools. Completion of grant reports and financial statements, including coordinating and reviewing project delivery data (from project partners). Evaluation and legacy building Work collaboratively with an external evaluation consultant to assess and enhance current monitoring and evaluation approaches, co-develop theories of change, and embed participatory and inclusive evaluative practices throughout the programme. Produce guidance and tools to support wider delivery across community rail and beyond, working with our member support and communications teams. Work with colleagues, members and partners to raise wider awareness about the project and its findings and build a legacy. This includes set up and delivery of a member webinar (with support from the events team) to share project experiences. Team and partnership working (as relevant and appropriate) Contribute to the wider objectives and development of Community Rail Network by sharing project progress and learning and offering advice and input. Work with our member support & development team to help embed lessons from the project and improve our ongoing support for members on rail confidence initiatives and the involvement and empowerment of disabled people. Feed into our senior team on strategic insights and ideas emerging from the programme to help us advocate for more inclusive, confident (rail) travel for disabled people. Attend, and support, community rail events (internal and external) to develop knowledge and understanding of the movement and its role. Contribute to the development of our internal systems (e.g. spreadsheets, CRM) such as by data capturing relevant contacts and details. As a member of the Community Rail Network team, assist with more general work as needed. Skills and competencies A proven track record in project management, including coordinating between multiple delivery partners and ensuring project/funding requirements are met, and supporting/overseeing effective monitoring and evaluation. Demonstrable experience in supporting community projects, ideally related to inclusion and mobility, including working with disabled people. A good understanding of and confidence using community engagement, local communications, project planning and evaluation techniques. The ability to collaborate and communicate with community groups and other local partners, draw on their views and expertise, and support them to deliver effectively. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work confidently with stakeholders at all levels and facilitate positive discussion; articulate and assertive, and a great team player. A proven ability to bring partners and groups together, develop and maintain mutually-beneficial partnerships, deliver joint activities, and form professional networks. Good writing and analysis skills, with the ability to draw on quantitative and qualitative evidence, produce case studies and reports. Awareness of accessibility, social mobility and social inclusion issues, and an appreciation of the importance of rail, sustainable travel and mobility to communities and disabled people. A demonstrable ability to manage time effectively and juggle a range of activities in an organised, professional, productive manner, including planning and scheduling, coordinating with colleagues and partners, and bringing projects to fruition. Other information This post is home-based, but with some travel (including occasional overnight stays) for project meetings, events and external meetings. Applicants will need local access to a train station to enable rail-based travel for work as needed. This is a fixed term contract and includes a probationary period of three months from the date of appointment. Successful applicants will need to provide proof that they have the right to work in the UK and provide two references. Start date for the role is 1 December 2025, or as soon as possible after this date. We are committed to being a flexible, supportive, inclusive and understanding. Community Rail Network is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from disabled people, who meet the skills for this role, and support positive representation within our workforce. We will provide reasonable adjustments for interviews as required.

Lead Wellbeing & Lifestyle Coordinator £14.04 per hour plus company benefits Full Time Hours A Top 20 Care Home Group 2025! Awarded One of the UK s Best Companies to Work For Sunnybank House is a luxurious residential and dementia 60 bedded care home located in Eastleigh. We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Wellbeing & Lifestyle Coordinator whose role is to plan and facilitate stimulating activities, promote independence and choice to suit the different needs and interests of the residents. This is a hands-on working role with responsibility for coordinating a successful activities and volunteer programme within the Cinnamon home. This includes internal and external communication about activities-focused programmes for our residents, as well as networking within the local community to recruit, train and place volunteers within the home alongside other activity team members. The calendar of events can include fitness, arts & crafts, musical events and group historical discussions as well as trips out to various places of interest. You will need a clean driving licence (be over the age of 21) as you will be driving the company car/minibus for external outings. Training can be provided for mini-bus driving. Main Responsibilities: 1. Organise and conduct activities that encourage both social, mental and if appropriate physical stimulation for the residents within the home. Network and develop links in the local community to establish a relationship with local businesses, organisations and schools. Build and maintain a volunteer base for the whole home, involving family, staff and community volunteers to participate as a regular part of the activities programme. To organise fund raising events. To organise special events i.e. Christmas entertainment, Ascot, Royal Occasions etc. To produce a monthly programme of events to be discussed with the General Manager of the home. 6. To encourage residents and team members to participate in the homes activities programme. 7. Maintenance of posters and notice boards within the home.

About The Role Do you thrive on building genuine connections that bring communities together and create lasting change? Are you energised by the thought of empowering volunteers and amplifying the voices of those with lived experience? There's never been a more exciting time to join the Alzheimer's Society. We're on a bold journey and we're looking for passionate, driven individuals to help us get there. We are proud to be able to offer an integral and rewarding role to join the Alzheimer's Society as a Local Communities and Volunteering Officer. The successful individual will be at the heart of our work with local communities in the Southeast, to build trust, raise awareness, and connect people affected by dementia to our incredible information, support and services. You will build meaningful and trusted relationships, organise and attend events, and engage a passionate network of volunteers across the region/area through face to face and online events. You will report to the Local Communities and Volunteering Lead and collaborate with Local Services Managers, to help bring our community engagement plans to life-with a strong focus on reaching underserved communities. We are searching for an individual who aligns with our values, someone who is determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, a Trusted Expert who believes in working Better Together and who demonstrates true Compassion. This role requires extensive travel across Southeast England and will also include home working. You will be responsible for transporting materials, equipment, and resources between multiple venues as part of your regular duties. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can reliably meet these travel and transport requirements of the role. Whilst we're committed to flexible working and welcome conversations about how we can support your needs, regular travel and the ability to transport work-related items independently are essential aspects of this position. Areas this role will cover include: Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Hampshire and Islands, Surrey, Sussex, Kent, and Dorset. You must live within a reasonable commutable distance to these areas. About you We're looking for someone who values community connections and understands their power to create change. You're someone who believes that meaningful progress happens when people come together, and you have the commitment and skills to make that vision a reality. Whether you're coordinating events, engaging volunteers, or building partnerships with community leaders, you approach every interaction with authenticity and purpose, adapting your style to connect effectively with diverse groups and individuals. You'll have: - Good foundational knowledge of community engagement and involvement, with an understanding of the importance of including the voice of lived experience. - Comfortable and confident coordinating and delivering engaging talks, presentations, and information-sharing events for diverse stakeholders. - A proactive, motivated approach driven by passion for creating positive impact and meaningful reach within local communities through volunteer collaboration. - Excellent communication skills that enable you to confidently build and maintain relationships across a wide spectrum. From people living with dementia to community leaders. - Genuine enthusiasm for the vital role volunteers play in community work, backed by hands-on experience successfully engaging volunteers to support your work. What you'll focus on: - Growing our impact and reach through work with local communities and volunteers. - Representing Alzheimer's Society externally, sharing information relating to dementia, support and services. - Gathering insight and learning from collaboration with communities to share with other teams and directorates - Recruiting and role managing community volunteers. Please note: This role is a fixed term contract spanning 12 months. For internal candidates this role will be offered on secondment. To be successful in this role you may already have worked in similar positions such as Community Engagement Officer, Community Development Officer, Neighbourhood Officer, Community Outreach Worker, Campaign Coordinator, Community Relations Officer, Volunteering Officer or other related positions. We also welcome applications from applicants with transferable skills. Important Dates The deadline for applications is 23:59 Monday 26th October. Interviews will take place on week commencing 27th October. A presentation task will be provided. About Alzheimer's Society Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. Our hiring process During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply. Please also contact Alzheimer's Society Talent Acquisition Team for application support or any adjustments you might need. To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice. We try to avoid closing roles early where possible, however if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close earlier than the advertised closing date. Should this occur, we will aim to provide you with at least 48 hours' notice. We are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring the welfare of those we work with, due to the nature of some of our roles, we might need to carry out a DBS check at the relevant level. Giving back to you Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society. You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it's like to be an employee at the Society.

This is an exciting role in a unique organisation. Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students unions in the UK and the world. We aim to build a vibrant and empowered student community with real influence in UCL and beyond, that enables students to enjoy their time at university; pursue their interests and passions; see the world in new ways; and develop the skills and experience to change the world for the better. We are a registered charity employing over 100 career staff and 300 student staff, delivering a wide range of services and representative functions for UCL students. We have the widest portfolio of services of any student organisation in the country, managing UCL s extracurricular programmes for sport, music, drama, dance, media, volunteering, academic societies and intercultural engagement; providing a wide range of fantastic social spaces; leading on student democracy and representation across UCL; and offering excellent student support services. It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL s groundbreaking new Student Life Strategy . This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community. We support hybrid working. Excellent benefits including defined benefit pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. We are proud of high levels of staff engagement and pride ourselves on being a great place to work. We will consider applications to work on a flexible and job share basis wherever possible. We are looking for a Grand Challenges Coordinator (Social Enterprise) to support the delivery of a Grand Challenges-aligned social innovation pathway at UCL, enabling students to create innovative solutions to the world s most pressing social issues. The role is a full-time and fixed term contract for 24 months. This role is based at our Bloomsbury campus with flexibility to work from home on a 40/60 basis (40% working from the office). Duties and Responsibilities To coordinate and develop social enterprise activities, connecting students with the local Social Enterprise sector Work with the Social Enterprise Manager to support a caseload of Grand Challenges-themed student enterprise projects, including project-related finance, providing guidance and supervision To provide 1:1 and group support to any student, including Club and Societies members, who want to develop their own business with social impact, in one of the Grand Challenges themes. To coordinate and develop high quality well attended events To ensure we get accurate participation data about student enterprise, working with the manager to enable KPI reporting To collaborate with social enterprise staff across the university landscape and experts to ensure student activities meet a genuine need and will have social impact Support the Social Enterprise Manager to coordinate a network of local businesses, non profits, and government agencies to support the growth and sustainability of social enterprise ventures With leadership from the Social Enterprise Manager, collect and manage data accurately to enable impact measurement and data insights to continuously improve and refine the programme

Build on your Charity Career with this Activity based role This is a part-time role of 3 days per week in a well-established charity based in Twickenham. This role would really suit someone who wants to have the opportunity to work flexibly and build their career in the Charity sector. Richmond Carers Centre has the mission to help unpaid and family adult carers to live a full, active and meaningful life by providing them with advice, information, activities, breaks and emotional support either face to face, by phone or by email to enable them to live well. As the Adult Carers Activities Coordinator, you will directly deliver our leisure break activity and training programmes. You will plan, deliver, promote and review a programme of activities for adult carers, including outreach activities and leisure events, as well as group work to help enhance carers health and wellbeing. The core aim of the activity programme is to provide carers with a much needed break from their caring responsibilities, in a safe and social environment where they can meet other carers and focus on their wellbeing. You will be someone: Who works in a person-centred way. Has outstanding organisational skills and plans and budgets well Is creative and is an innovative thinker Has experience of leading/planning activities across a range of subjects/activities Builds relationships both within the team and with external providers Communicates well by phone and in person Has experience of working with clients who have support needs Main Duties include: To coordinate and deliver an established activities programme for adult carers with the aim to provide them with a break from their caring role and socialise with other carers to help reduce their isolation. To coordinate and deliver a training workshop programme to provide carers with information and advice to support them with their caring role and opportunities to learn. To work with relevant professionals to deliver a programme of wellbeing activities, including yoga, Pilates and complementary therapies. To recruit, train, support and manage volunteers and paid sessional staff to contribute to the delivery of a selection of the activities and workshops. To research and continually develop the activities and training programmes to ensure it is responsive to carers needs. To create promotional material to promote activities and training opportunities to carers registered with Richmond Carers Centre. To work with Adult Carers Support Team Leader to ensure activities are within budget, achieving targets and meeting the requirements of funders. What you are doing now: You might be working for or volunteering in a similar charity You may be working in activity planning in the public or private sector You may have the skills we need from some other combination of work and volunteering Or you may be looking to return to the workforce after a timeout for personal reasons In any event if you feel you meet the skills we need, we would like to hear from you Richmond Carers Centre welcomes and encourages applicants from all sections of the community regardless of their gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religious belief. Benefits of working for Richmond Carers Centre 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays per year (pro rata) Bonus 3 days of annual leave per year over the festive period (subject to Trustee approval) Workplace Pension Scheme with Peoples Pension Flexible working/option of working from home (subject to CEO approval) Equipment and support to be set up to work from home Paid time off for medical appointments Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Training and personal development opportunities Staff away days and socials Access to shared resources and training opportunities Supportive and friendly working environment Please visit the Richmond Carers Centre website for details about how to apply for the role. Closing date: Friday 31st October 2025 Shortlisting date: Ongoing throughout with Viv Sage (our HR consultant) Interview date with Richmond Carers Centre: Wednesday 12th November