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The Organisation LawCare is the mental health charity for the legal sector, providing free, confidential emotional support and information to people working in law across the UK, the Channel Islands, and the Isle of Man. While our primary focus is on direct support services, we also play a leading role in advocating for improved mental health practices within legal workplaces and driving cultural transformation through education, training, and research. Established in 1997, we have spent almost 30 years supporting legal professionals by offering a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space to talk, whether individuals are experiencing day-to-day pressures or more complex, enduring challenges. Our team of Champions, over 100 volunteers, and staff bring lived experience of the legal sector, enabling us to provide informed, empathetic support grounded in a deep understanding of the profession's unique demands. We serve all branches of the legal community, including barristers, solicitors, in-house teams, chartered legal executives, and business and support staff. From early-career professionals facing bullying or imposter syndrome to senior leaders managing risk, regulatory pressures, or professional isolation, we are a trusted and independent source of support. In addition to our direct support services - including helpline, live online chat, and email support - we provide peer support and maintain a substantial, regularly updated online library of resources, including articles, personal stories, research, and multimedia content designed to promote mental health awareness and resilience across the sector. We also deliver training on mental wellbeing, management and supervision, vicarious trauma, and the new SRA workplace behaviour standards, and offer online sessions for legal workplaces and organisations to explain the support we provide. By combining frontline service delivery with sector-wide advocacy, LawCare is uniquely positioned at the intersection of individual wellbeing and organisational cultural change. We are supported by a strong, capable team and a committed Board of Trustees, enabling us to continue making a meaningful impact across the legal profession. The Role LawCare is seeking an inspiring and values-led Chief Executive to lead the charity into its next phase of development at a pivotal moment for the legal profession. As the public face and strategic leader of the organisation, the Chief Executive will champion LawCare's mission - ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality, confidential support services while strengthening its voice and influence across a rapidly evolving and increasingly commercial mental health landscape. This is an exciting opportunity to build on strong foundations, guiding a respected and independent charity through a period of significant sector change. Working closely with staff, volunteers, funders and partners, the Chief Executive will drive sustainable growth, deepen impact, and help shape a more compassionate and mentally healthy legal culture for the future. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Impact Lead delivery of LawCare's forthcoming strategy (2026 onwards), translating vision into measurable impact. Ensure LawCare sharpens its positioning and messaging in a crowded mental health marketplace. Balance direct support services, research, education and influencing work to maximise impact. Identify what the charity should prioritise and where it should collaborate rather than deliver directly. External Relations & Sector Influence Act as the primary ambassador and spokesperson for LawCare across the legal sector in the UK, the Channel Islands, and the Isle of Man. Build and maintain senior relationships with: Professional bodies Regulators Law firms and chambers Legal educators Funders and charitable trusts Speak regularly at conferences, sector events, roundtables and award ceremonies. These are primarily London based, however, there will be occasions where representation is required across England, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. Build alliances to influence policy, regulation and workplace practice around mental health and wellbeing. Position LawCare as the authoritative, evidence-informed voice on mental health in law. Service Oversight & Quality Ensure the continued delivery of high-quality, confidential helpline and peer support services. Maintain robust safeguarding, confidentiality and data governance practices. Oversee volunteer recruitment, training and engagement. Ensure services evolve in response to emerging issues (e.g., stress, anxiety, workplace conflict, regulatory pressure, AI-related disruption). Financial Sustainability & Governance Lead financial planning and sustainability, working closely with the Treasurer and Board. Manage relationships with core professional body funders and diversify income streams. Develop compelling funding cases and annual pitches to key stakeholders. Strengthen reserves and long-term financial resilience. Ensure strong governance, compliance and risk management. Support and work closely with the incoming Chair and a refreshed Board. Research, Education & Prevention Build on the impact of the Life in the Law research programme. Promote preventative approaches for firms and educators. Strengthen LawCare's role in vocational education and regulatory conversations. Ensure research informs policy influence and funding opportunities. Organisational Leadership Lead, support and develop a small, experienced and fully remote team. Foster a culture of trust, collaboration, wellbeing and accountability. Provide clarity and reassurance during a period of leadership transition and financial strengthening. Ensure operational efficiency and effective use of technology in a remote environment. The Person LawCare is seeking a credible, strategic and values-driven leader with a deep understanding of the legal profession and the pressures shaping it today. You will bring senior leadership experience, strong commercial and financial acumen, and the ability to balance operational excellence with sector-wide influence. An authentic and compelling ambassador for mental health and wellbeing, you will be an exceptional communicator who builds trust with ease. Emotionally intelligent, resilient and grounded, you will combine empathy with clarity and conviction, guiding the organisation confidently while remaining steadfast in your commitment to improving mental health across the legal community. Essential Professional Background Prior professional experience in the legal sector is required. Experience working in a qualified or regulated professional role is desirable. Deep, intrinsic understanding of the culture, pressures and structural dynamics of the profession. Senior leadership experience with responsibility for strategy, people and budgets. Leadership & Influence Credible, visible and compelling leader with presence. Exceptional communicator - confident public speaker and strong writer. Knowledge of mental health systems, workplace wellbeing or addiction support. Able to influence senior stakeholders and bring sceptical audiences "on the journey." A credible ambassador for mental health and wellbeing - knowledge of mental health systems, workplace wellbeing or addiction support. Comfortable operating at Board level. Organisational Capacity Experience managing and motivating high-performing teams (ideally remote). Financial acumen, including budget oversight and income generation. Fundraising experience, particularly with trusts, foundations or membership bodies. Ability to balance operational delivery with strategic influence. Skilled at prioritisation in resource-constrained environments. Personal Qualities Authentic commitment to mental health and wellbeing. Emotionally intelligent, empathetic and values-driven. Resilient and calm under pressure. Able to navigate sensitive conversations with discretion and diplomacy. Desirable Experience within the charity or not-for-profit sector. Experience working with regulators or professional bodies. Understanding of research commissioning or evidence-led advocacy. Further information For further information about LawCare, the scope of the role and the person specification, please download the Candidate Briefing Pack . How to Apply If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please provide the following with your application: An up to date CV, with the details of two referees (we will not contact them without your prior permission). A supporting statement outlining how you meet the criteria set out in the Person Specification, along with your motivation for applying for the role. Closing date for applications: Monday 30th March 2026 Preliminary interviews with Russam: Wednesday 8th & Thursday 9th April 2026 Interviews with LawCare: Week commencing 20th April 2026 We look forward to receiving your application.

We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Resettlement Worker to play a pivotal role in our Complex Needs Service in Windsor. Sounds great, what will I be doing? The main purpose of this role is to support rough sleepers on the RBWM housing pathway. The resettlement team help service users to maintain their tenancies and remove the risk of homelessness. This role supports people with experiences of rough sleeping, substance use and homelessness to access the RBWM housing pathway, using comprehensive assessments and co produced Personal Housing Plans to identify needs, risks and opportunities. You'll provide weekly key working sessions, help clients maintain Stage 2 temporary accommodation, and motivate them to build independence, engage in recovery, and improve their physical and mental wellbeing. Working collaboratively with education, employment, health and specialist agencies, you'll ensure support is holistic and focused on preventing homelessness wherever possible. You'll manage a varied caseload in line with service standards and Hestia values, empowering service users to take ownership of their goals and make meaningful progress toward stable housing and a better quality of life. You will be responsible for developing, supporting and maintaining independent living skills and general wellbeing for up to ten service users within the Support Service What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED TO HAVE A CAR YOU CAN USE FOR WORK PURPOSES AND A VALID DRIVING LICENCE You should have a strong understanding of the issues faced by individuals at risk of homelessness and the skills to support them in maintaining their tenancies. You will have experience working with people with a range of mental health conditions, including dual diagnosis, and demonstrate the ability to communicate with empathy, dignity, and respect. A solid understanding of safeguarding and how to respond appropriately is essential. Experience working with individuals who have experienced homelessness, rough sleeping, or temporary accommodation is required, particularly those with complex needs such as substance use, mental health issues, and offending histories. The candidate should be familiar with recovery principles and approaches, and committed to empowering service users to make informed choices and work toward independence. You must be able to work both independently and as part of a team, including supporting the induction of peer staff and volunteers. An awareness of lone working and health and safety practices is important, alongside motivation to uphold professional standards and use management and peer support to maintain resilience. Good IT, literacy, and numeracy skills are essential, including proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, and email communication. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Resettlement Worker to play a pivotal role in our Complex Needs Service in Windsor. Sounds great, what will I be doing? The main purpose of this role is to support rough sleepers on the RBWM housing pathway. The resettlement team help service users to maintain their tenancies and remove the risk of homelessness. This role supports people with experiences of rough sleeping, substance use and homelessness to access the RBWM housing pathway, using comprehensive assessments and co produced Personal Housing Plans to identify needs, risks and opportunities. You'll provide weekly key working sessions, help clients maintain Stage 2 temporary accommodation, and motivate them to build independence, engage in recovery, and improve their physical and mental wellbeing. Working collaboratively with education, employment, health and specialist agencies, you'll ensure support is holistic and focused on preventing homelessness wherever possible. You'll manage a varied caseload in line with service standards and Hestia values, empowering service users to take ownership of their goals and make meaningful progress toward stable housing and a better quality of life. You will be responsible for developing, supporting and maintaining independent living skills and general wellbeing for up to ten service users within the Support Service What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED TO HAVE A CAR YOU CAN USE FOR WORK PURPOSES AND A VALID DRIVING LICENCE You should have a strong understanding of the issues faced by individuals at risk of homelessness and the skills to support them in maintaining their tenancies. You will have experience working with people with a range of mental health conditions, including dual diagnosis, and demonstrate the ability to communicate with empathy, dignity, and respect. A solid understanding of safeguarding and how to respond appropriately is essential. Experience working with individuals who have experienced homelessness, rough sleeping, or temporary accommodation is required, particularly those with complex needs such as substance use, mental health issues, and offending histories. The candidate should be familiar with recovery principles and approaches, and committed to empowering service users to make informed choices and work toward independence. You must be able to work both independently and as part of a team, including supporting the induction of peer staff and volunteers. An awareness of lone working and health and safety practices is important, alongside motivation to uphold professional standards and use management and peer support to maintain resilience. Good IT, literacy, and numeracy skills are essential, including proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, and email communication. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Children and Young People's Lead Location: Hybrid Salary: FTE £27,000 £30,000 per annum (£14.84 to £16.48 per hour) Role Status: 28 (Part-Time) to 35 (Full-Time) hours per week We are looking for a committed Children and Young People s Lead to deliver our UK wide programme of support and positive activities for young people aged who have been impacted by meningitis, including the current Believe and Achieve programme, and to support new developments within our work. About the Job This role supports young people who have experienced meningitis to overcome barriers, build confidence, and access opportunities, activities and supportive connections. Our Believe and Achieve (B&A) Programme makes a meaningful difference to young people s lives every day, helping them face the future with hope and confidence. Events and Communications: Plan and deliver a range of face to face and online events that help young people feel part of a supportive community. Identify opportunities for young people to participate in lived experience panels, peer mentoring, volunteering and storytelling. Monitor regional and events expenditure in line with budgets. Contribute to social media, marketing and communications content. Ensure the voices of children and young people inform service development, delivery and review. Support: Engage and onboard young people aged into support services. Deliver support via face-to-face, phone, email and digital channels to assess and meet individual needs across the UK. Hold sensitive or difficult conversations with people affected by meningitis. Work with colleagues across the organisation to deliver coordinated support to families and individuals. Signpost and refer individuals to external services and support their access where appropriate. Build relationships with education, health and social care professionals and regional partners to increase awareness and referrals. Provide meningitis related information to professionals, families, friends and workplaces to help them support individuals. Attend professional meetings (e.g. education support meetings, employer meetings) as required. Reach out to those who may be unaware of the charity s services and explain available opportunities. Provide accurate and up to date information about meningitis, recovery and aftereffects. Administration: Maintain accurate records and store sensitive information securely, in accordance with procedures and policies. Contribute to reports and attend meetings as required. Use evaluation tools to demonstrate impact. Contribute to operational and departmental planning. Ensure B&A publicity materials are up to date and available. What We're Looking For Essential Selection Criteria: Experience supporting young people and understanding the factors that influence their lives. Experience planning and delivering events for young people. Experience working with young people with disabilities, neurodiversity or SEND. Experience working with a wide range of stakeholders. Experience evaluating activities or interventions. Experience using social media to engage young people. Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate sensitively with diverse groups. Competent use of Microsoft Office and databases. Strong relationship building skills. Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet multiple deadlines. Ability to motivate yourself and others. Ability to present information to varied audiences. Ability to work confidentially and with diplomacy. Able to work both independently and as part of a team. Good stewardship of people and budgets. Desirable Selection Criteria: Awareness of the issues facing individuals affected by meningitis. Event management qualifications or experience. Level 3 qualification working with children and young people or equivalent. Experience of working within the third sector. Experience of working with volunteers. Experience of delivering digital workshops with children and young people. Experience of report writing. Other requirements: Full clean UK driving licence with access to a vehicle with business insurance. Commitment to safeguarding and adherence to all safeguarding policies. Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging inclusive, anti-discriminatory and culturally aware practice. Active engagement in learning, meetings, awaydays and organisation wide events. Willingness to work out of hours, travel and attend events as needed. Ready to Apply Please apply by completing the application form on our HR system, you will be redirected on clicking apply. Please note that due to using an anonymised recruitment process, only responses to the application questions will be used for shortlisting. If you choose to upload a CV or covering letter, this information won't be seen until after shortlisting has been completed. Closing date for applications: 10am, Monday, 30th of March 2026 Interviews: Tuesday, 14th of April and Wednesday, 15th of April 2026 Note: Meningitis Now reserve the right to close this advert early or extend it depending on the number of sufficient applications received. If you are interested, please apply as soon as possible.