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You are here: Home / News / News / Veterans Outreach Support(VOS) - Head of Operations Veterans Outreach Support(VOS) - Head of Operations Charisma Charity Recruitment is working in partnership with Veterans Outreach Support (VOS), a well-known, award-winning, UK registered charity that supports those who have served our nation, in the Armed Forces and Merchant Navy, through the provision of welcoming and relaxed settings where UK veterans and family members can access welfare, wellbeing, and mental health support. VOS's development has taken them well beyond these elements to a wide-ranging, person-centered one-stop shop that provides direct and holistic support. VOS is now seeking a Head of Operations , who will directly support the Chief Executive by taking responsibility for the day-to-day operations of VOS, working in close cooperation with the Head of Care (Deputy CEO). The post-holder will manage the Operations Department, oversee business administration and people issues, handle non-clinical, business-related contracts, and be responsible for managing regulatory compliance, financial planning (with the VOS Finance Manager), and external relations with delivery partners and stakeholders. The role also involves representational duties, acting as lead for CRM implementation, Health & Safety, and serving as VOS Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead. Successful candidates must demonstrate: Excellent business administration and management skills, with exceptional organizational abilities. Effective leadership qualities, high emotional intelligence (EQ), and outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, especially listening skills, with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels. A strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Proficiency in IT systems and social media, including video conferencing and MS Office software. The ability to travel independently across all VOS locations. We seek a proactive, flexible, and responsive leader with a strong team ethic, capable of working within a dynamic, high-tempo environment, including collaboration with volunteers, supporters, and partners. Your application should include your CV and supporting statement. We welcome and encourage expressions of interest from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on disability, race, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other protected categories by law. Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (part-time considered at 0.8 FTE) The role requires the ability to travel independently across VOS locations, including the Isle of Wight. Closing date: Thursday, 10 July 2025 Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by lunchtime on 16th July prior to shortlist submission by EOD.

Forward Arts Foundation - Forward Prizes for Poetry Manager (maternity cover) The Forward Arts Foundation seeks a highly organised and motivated individual to manage the Forward Prizes for Poetry 2019 and the compilation of the Forward Book of Poetry The Forward Arts Foundation seeks a highly organised and motivated individual to manage the Forward Prizes for Poetry 2019 and the compilation of the Forward Book of Poetry This is a part-time post, based in our offices at Somerset House (London) and reporting to the Executive Director. Forward Arts Foundation is a charity that enables all to enjoy, discover and share poetry. Through our two main annual programmes, National Poetry Day and the Forward Prizes for Poetry, we celebrate excellence in poetry and widen its audience. The Forward Prizes for Poetry are among the literary world's most coveted awards: in the words of Carol Ann Duffy, they have "turned a spotlight on contemporary poetry which is both searching and glamorous". Each year three Forward prizes - for Best Collection, Best First Collection and Best Single Poem - are awarded at the Southbank Centre, and the winners enjoy international prestige. The prizes are unique in placing new voices alongside established writers: past winners include Ted Hughes, Jackie Kay, Alice Oswald, Seamus Heaney, Daljit Nagra, Simon Armitage and Claudia Rankine. The annual Forward Book of Poetry , distributed in conjunction with Faber & Faber, is an anthology of works by 15 shortlisted and 50 highly-commended poets, and is sold in bookshops and online. For more details, see the Forward Arts Foundation website.

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Location: Devonport, Plymouth, GB, PL1 4SG Onsite or Hybrid: OnSite Job Title: Dockside Manager Location: Devonport, Plymouth + Hybrid Working Arrangements (if applicable) Compensation: £51,941.00 + Benefits Role Type: Full time / Permanent Role ID: SF 62919 At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Dockside Manager at our Devonport site in Plymouth. The role As a Dockside Manager, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. You will be part of the dockside management organisation which is responsible for the production and implementation of safety case controls and associated Management arrangements throughout the whole of the Facility. Day-to-day, you'll provide governance of dockside activities in support of the plant manager and providing advice where necessary to ensure that all 10 Dock Facility users are compliant with the requirements of the relevant safety cases. Oversee and ensure compliance with safety case requirements for all users of the 10 Dock Facility Advise Procedural Authorisation Groups and act on behalf of the Plant Manager across multiple facilities Act as a safety leader, promoting adherence to and a positive attitude toward Babcock's safety policies Directly lead a team through offering leadership, guidance, and support This role is full time 35 hours per week and is based on site at our Devonport site. Essential experience of the Dockside Manager Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with safety case development, implementation, and compliance. Experience in overseeing complex operations and ensuring alignment with regulatory and procedural requirements. Ability to intervene and challenge personnel at all levels to uphold safety and operational standards. Qualifications for the Dockside Manager Level 6 Qualification, Recognised professional status or significant experience in relevant engineering discipline & Level 4 Qualification NUC0794 Nuclear Fundamentals (Foundation) Course Module 2 QUAL0002 Submarine Quality Assurance Course Security Clearance The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role. Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK () . What we offer Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+ Employee share scheme Employee shopping savings portal Payment of Professional Fees Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Babcock International For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal. We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

About Us Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won't stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty. Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. Oxfam Purpose To work with others to overcome poverty and suffering Trading Purpose To make as much money as possible to overcome poverty and suffering About our Oxfam Shops Open for business since 1948, Oxfam shops are at the heart of the charity and their community, raising vital funds and increasing public awareness of what we do. They are always guided by our values of empowerment, accountability and inclusiveness and focussed on making as much money as possible. The Role of our Deputy Shop Managers Commercially aware and constantly looking for new business opportunities, deputy shop managers motivate their teams and create a safe and energised work environment. They have high standards, a strong drive to achieve results and are accountable for their business. The role of the deputy shop manager is empowered, varied, busy and gives the opportunity to work with some amazing people. Shop managers are pivotal for the success of our business and can make a real difference. Oxfam operates a volunteer operating model, in which volunteers are empowered to take over most of the tasks within the shop, including running the shop in the manager's absence. Often the only paid member of staff, our managers and deputy managers are comfortable in this environment, really enjoy working with others and are great at delegating to their teams. Excellent communicators, they are creative, and always look for opportunities to attract new supporters every day. Our Values and Commitment to Safeguarding Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Key Skills and Competencies required Ability to support development and maintenance of successful, inclusive and diverse team who are able to maintain day to day activities of the shop. Some commercial awareness with ability to support effective retail processes and strong merchandising Ability to work collaboratively with the Shop Manager, and to build positive relationships with other colleagues. provide excellent customer service, and engage with local community and other civil society organisation Ability to demonstrate resilience to everyday pressures that come with the role and manage conflicting demands seeking appropriate support, advice and guidance when needed. Numerate and financial literate, able to interpret basic financial reports, monitor budgets and maintain shops administrative systems. How to apply As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB takes its obligation to protect the rights of children and vulnerable people very seriously; therefore, the successful candidate for this post will be also subject to extensive background checking, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS), as this role involves unsupervised access to the above-mentioned groups. For full information surrounding DBS and the vacancy, please view the full job description. A thriving diverse Oxfam: It's people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we're committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today. To do that: We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors. We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring. We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Electrical Inspector Location: Leicester, GB, LE8 6LH Onsite or Hybrid: OnSite Job Title: Electronic Inspector Location: Whetstone, Leicestershire Compensation: Attractive Salary + Benefits Role Type: Full time / Permanent Role ID: SF62711 At Cavendish Nuclear we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as an Electronic Inspector at our Whetstone site. The role As an Electronic Inspector you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. Working closely with the Electrical Assembly and Test Department (EDAT), you'll inspect critical components and assemblies, advise on best practices, and help deliver complex projects with confidence. This is an opportunity to build your technical expertise while contributing to high-profile, meaningful work that supports the future of engineering excellence. Day-to-day, you'll have the autonomy to manage inspections of Electrical, electronic PCB assemblies and equipment. You will have the opportunity to influence quality improvements and work alongside technical experts on projects that matter. Carry out inspections of Electrical, electronic PCB assemblies and equipment Provide support and advice on quality control matters. Manage inspection and document review priorities with the EDAT management team. Apply the Business Management System (BMS) for projects. Communicate reporting data, including technical queries, non-conformance reports and update quality metrics. This role is full time, 37 hours per week and is based in Whetstone, Leicestershire. Essential experience of the Electronic Inspector: Carry out detailed inspections of Electrical electronic and PCB assemblies. Production of Inspection Reports specifying any defects and remedial action required. Ability to read and interpret wiring, circuit, general assembly diagrams and bills of materials. Competent in using measuring and test equipment. Qualifications for the Electronic Inspector: Apprenticeship or level 3 qualification with experience, in an electrical/electronic manufacturing environment. Security Clearance The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) progressing to Security Check(SC)security clearance for this role. Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available atUnited Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (). What We Offer Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+ Employee share scheme Employee shopping savings portal Payment of Professional Fees Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Cavendish Nuclear employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Cavendish Nuclear As a leader within the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear, part of Babcock International Group, provides a comprehensive range of critical nuclear solutions in clean energy, defence and civil new build and decommissioning projects. Together, we're innovating to make nuclear safer, faster and cost-effective across the nuclear energy life cycle. Your career with us could take you anywhere within Babcock International Group - from Canada, the USA to Japan. Work with us to create a safe and secure world, together. We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview. Closing Date: 04/08/2025 Job Segment: Nuclear Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Business Manager, Electrical, Inspection, Engineering, Management

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Lead Software Test Engineer Location: Corsham, GB, SN13 9NP Onsite or Hybrid: Hybrid Job Title: Lead Software Test Engineer Location: Hawthorn, Corsham - Majority of the role can be remote. Role Type: Full time / Permanent Role ID: SF65559 At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as aLead Software Engineer at our Hawthorn, Corsham site. The role As a Lead Software Test Engineer, you'll be responsible for overseeing the entire software development lifecycle and you are responsible for design, planning, execution and assuring suitability of the SkyNet 6 New Management System (NMS), in accordance with the project delivery lifecycle. The system provides the management platform to operate satellites for Britain's global communication for Government services. Working closely alongside the Lead Systems Test Engineer, Lead Test Engineer, Quality Assurance Team and the Project Manager, the suitable Lead Software Engineer will deliver software systems to tight timescales across multiple phases of the project. The Lead Software Test Engineer will manage a team of Software Engineering resources to help deliver each work package on time. Working in an Agile software team to create and review software delivery plans, User Stories, Business Requirements or System Requirements. Coordinating tasks among team members. Documenting and defining guidelines (e.g. Software Delivery Plan) for delivering the system. Designing the product, updates and improvements. Contributing to the team activities, including hands-on development. Analysing data and tracking metrics to ensure that the solution is performing well. This role is full time, 37 hours per week and is based on site at Hawthorn, Corsham. Majority of the role can be remote. Essential experience of the Lead Software Engineer You must have hands-on experience with C#. You must have experience leading a team of any size. Qualifications for the Lead Software Engineer We value difference and don't have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and/or willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you. Security Clearance The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role. Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available atUnited Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (). What We Offer Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+ Employee share scheme Employee shopping savings portal Payment of Professional Fees Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing Babcock International For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal. We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview. Closing Date: 29/07/2025 Job Segment: Test Engineer, Software Engineer, Testing, Quality Assurance, Developer, Engineering, Technology

About Us Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won't stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty. Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. Oxfam Purpose To work with others to overcome poverty and suffering Trading Purpose To make as much money as possible to overcome poverty and suffering About our Oxfam Shops Open for business since 1948, Oxfam shops are at the heart of the charity and their community, raising vital funds and increasing public awareness of what we do. They are always guided by our values of empowerment, accountability and inclusiveness and focussed on making as much money as possible. The Role of our Deputy Shop Managers Commercially aware and constantly looking for new business opportunities, deputy shop managers motivate their teams and create a safe and energised work environment. They have high standards, a strong drive to achieve results and are accountable for their business. The role of the deputy shop manager is empowered, varied, busy and gives the opportunity to work with some amazing people. Shop managers are pivotal for the success of our business and can make a real difference. Oxfam operates a volunteer operating model, in which volunteers are empowered to take over most of the tasks within the shop, including running the shop in the manager's absence. Often the only paid member of staff, our managers and deputy managers are comfortable in this environment, really enjoy working with others and are great at delegating to their teams. Excellent communicators, they are creative, and always look for opportunities to attract new supporters every day. Please note: this role will remain open until it is filled; therefore, no end date has been provided. Our Values and Commitment to Safeguarding Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Key Skills and Competencies required Ability to support development and maintenance of successful, inclusive and diverse team who are able to maintain day to day activities of the shop. Some commercial awareness with ability to support effective retail processes and strong merchandising Ability to work collaboratively with the Shop Manager, and to build positive relationships with other colleagues. provide excellent customer service, and engage with local community and other civil society organisation Ability to demonstrate resilience to everyday pressures that come with the role and manage conflicting demands seeking appropriate support, advice and guidance when needed. Numerate and financial literate, able to interpret basic financial reports, monitor budgets and maintain shops administrative systems. How to apply As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB takes its obligation to protect the rights of children and vulnerable people very seriously; therefore, the successful candidate for this post will be also subject to extensive background checking, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS), as this role involves unsupervised access to the above-mentioned groups. For full information surrounding DBS and the vacancy, please view the full job description. A thriving diverse Oxfam: It's people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we're committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today. To do that: We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors. We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring. We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.

Join the DEBRA Scotland Team: Make a Difference, Every Day Position: Store/Shop Manager - Kirkintilloch, 65 Cowgate, G66 1HW Salary: £24,733.80 per annum Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours/week over 5 days) Are you a naturally friendly individual with a talent for connecting with people? Do you thrive in a fast-paced retail environment and enjoy leading a team to success? If so, DEBRA has an exciting opportunity for a Store/Shop Manager to join our passionate team in Kirkintilloch ! About DEBRA DEBRA is the national charity supporting individuals and families affected by Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) - a painful genetic skin condition. Our mission is to provide lifelong care and fund research to find a cure. Every item sold in our shops helps us get closer to that goal. Our values - Respect, Passion, Care, and Inclusivity - are at the heart of everything we do. When you join DEBRA, you become part of a team that's committed to making a real difference. What You'll Be Doing As Store Manager, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day operations of our Kirkintilloch shop, ensuring it runs smoothly, efficiently, and in line with DEBRA's values and policies. Your key responsibilities will include: Leading, motivating, and developing a team of staff and volunteers. Delivering exceptional customer service and creating a welcoming shop environment. Managing stock generation, rotation, pricing, and merchandising. Designing creative and eye-catching window and in-store displays. Ensuring compliance with Gift Aid procedures and policies, recognising its high value and risk to the charity. Maintaining accurate records and ensuring all retail operations comply with internal policies and external regulations. Supporting recruitment, training, and retention of volunteers. Handling donations, including lifting and manual handling of stock. Using internal systems and digital platforms confidently for reporting and communication. Ensuring health & safety, safeguarding, and data protection standards are upheld at all times. What We're Looking For Proven retail management experience (charity retail experience is a plus). Strong leadership and organisational skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. A proactive, hands-on approach with a positive attitude. Confidence in using IT systems and managing retail administration. A commitment to DEBRA's mission and values. Why Work for DEBRA? We offer a supportive and rewarding environment, along with a comprehensive benefits package: Competitive salary Auto-enrolment pension with DEBRA contribution Life Assurance Scheme Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support for staff and families) Generous training budget and career progression opportunities 20 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service) Long service awards and increased holiday entitlement Exclusive staff discounts Personalised recognition awards Opportunities for apprenticeships and internships Our Commitment to Inclusion DEBRA is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer . We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment or interview process, please let us know - we're here to support you. Please Note: All roles at DEBRA require a DBS check and two satisfactory references . We take our safeguarding responsibilities seriously and are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of our work. If you're ready to lead with purpose and passion, and want to be part of something truly meaningful, apply today - we'd love to hear from you!

About Us Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won't stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty. Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. Oxfam Purpose To work with others to overcome poverty and suffering Trading Purpose To make as much money as possible to overcome poverty and suffering About our Oxfam Shops Open for business since 1948, Oxfam shops are at the heart of the charity and their community, raising vital funds and increasing public awareness of what we do. They are always guided by our values of empowerment, accountability and inclusiveness and focussed on making as much money as possible. The Role of our Deputy Shop Managers Commercially aware and constantly looking for new business opportunities, deputy shop managers motivate their teams and create a safe and energised work environment. They have high standards, a strong drive to achieve results and are accountable for their business. The role of the deputy shop manager is empowered, varied, busy and gives the opportunity to work with some amazing people. Shop managers are pivotal for the success of our business and can make a real difference. Oxfam operates a volunteer operating model, in which volunteers are empowered to take over most of the tasks within the shop, including running the shop in the manager's absence. Often the only paid member of staff, our managers and deputy managers are comfortable in this environment, really enjoy working with others and are great at delegating to their teams. Excellent communicators, they are creative, and always look for opportunities to attract new supporters every day. Our Values and Commitment to Safeguarding Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Key Skills and Competencies required Ability to support development and maintenance of successful, inclusive and diverse team who are able to maintain day to day activities of the shop. Some commercial awareness with ability to support effective retail processes and strong merchandising Ability to work collaboratively with the Shop Manager, and to build positive relationships with other colleagues. provide excellent customer service, and engage with local community and other civil society organisation Ability to demonstrate resilience to everyday pressures that come with the role and manage conflicting demands seeking appropriate support, advice and guidance when needed. Numerate and financial literate, able to interpret basic financial reports, monitor budgets and maintain shops administrative systems. How to apply As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB takes its obligation to protect the rights of children and vulnerable people very seriously; therefore, the successful candidate for this post will be also subject to extensive background checking, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS), as this role involves unsupervised access to the above-mentioned groups. For full information surrounding DBS and the vacancy, please view the full job description. A thriving diverse Oxfam: It's people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we're committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today. To do that: We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors. We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring. We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.

About Us Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. We tackle inequality, helping to save, protect, and rebuild lives. We respond to disasters and address issues like land rights, climate change, and discrimination against women. Our goal is a world where everyone can enjoy life free from poverty. Oxfam GB is part of an international confederation of 21 organizations working across more than 90 countries in humanitarian, development, and campaigning efforts. Oxfam Purpose To work with others to overcome poverty and suffering. Trading Purpose To generate funds to help overcome poverty and suffering. About our Oxfam Shops Founded in 1948, Oxfam shops are central to our charity work, raising vital funds and increasing awareness. Guided by our values of empowerment, accountability, and inclusiveness, they focus on maximizing funds. The Role of our Shop Managers Shop managers are commercially aware, motivated, and create a safe, energetic environment. They set high standards, aim for results, and are responsible for their shop's success. They often work with volunteers who handle many tasks, including managing the shop in the manager's absence. Our managers are comfortable leading in a volunteer environment, excel in communication, creativity, and attracting supporters, and enjoy working with others. Our Values and Commitment to Safeguarding Oxfam is committed to preventing misconduct and promoting welfare, expecting staff and volunteers to uphold our code of conduct. We value diversity and gender equality and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. Key Skills and Competencies required Leadership experience and qualities (E) Team building and development (E) Results-driven (E) Delegation, coaching, listening (E) Friendly, approachable manner (E) Time management under conflicting priorities (E) Resilience (E) Excellent communication (E) Motivational skills (E) Enthusiasm and a sense of fun (E) Adaptability and supportiveness (E) Commercial awareness (D) Retail process and merchandising skills (E) Financial report understanding (D) IT literacy, social media, e-commerce (E) Adherence to Oxfam principles and values (E) Commitment to diversity, gender rights, and wellbeing (E) How to apply Upload your CV and a cover letter explaining your suitability based on the essential criteria. All offers are subject to references and screening, including criminal record checks and DBS checks due to the role's nature. For full details, view the complete job description. A thriving diverse Oxfam We believe in people power to create change. We aim for a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects our global community and can effectively address today's challenges. We seek to dismantle unequal power structures, including within Oxfam and the wider sector. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves and be celebrated. We need you to help us achieve this.

Are you passionate about making a difference and working for a reputable organization that values its colleagues, stakeholders, and the environment? Join The Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd (SATCoL) as a Shop Manager and be part of a company recognized as an Outstanding Company to work for by Best Companies Ltd, and a recipient of the Charity Retailer of the Year award. We offer: Excellent benefits including a virtual GP service, a pension scheme, and a starting holiday entitlement of 26 days plus bank holidays. No evening or Sunday work, providing a healthy work-life balance. A dynamic and supportive leadership team committed to your development. As a Shop Manager, your responsibilities include: Overseeing daily shop operations, ensuring excellent customer service, and maintaining a welcoming environment. Managing donations, including sorting and manual handling tasks. Recruiting and maintaining a team of volunteers and staff. Building relationships with local businesses, community groups, and volunteers to enhance donations and community engagement. We are looking for candidates who: Are resilient, supportive, and enthusiastic. Possess excellent customer service skills and innovative ideas. Have a dynamic leadership style and a passion for developing people. Are environmentally conscious and community-oriented. If you meet these criteria and want to be part of a meaningful cause, we want to hear from you! All Shop Managers will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS Check. We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sectors. Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated deadline in certain circumstances.

At Old Spike, we believe that great coffee can change lives. From training and employing individuals affected by homelessness to serving specialty coffee in our cafés, our mission is simple: everyone who walks through our doors should leave with a better story than the one they came in with. As we enter an exciting new chapter of growth, we're looking for an Impact and Training Manager to lead our social impact and barista training programmes - a role that blends purpose, people, and exceptional coffee. This is a rare opportunity in the coffee industry to take ownership of both our internal and external training output, while directly driving our mission to reduce homelessness through meaningful employment and support. About the Role We're looking for someone with experience in coffee training and education, including delivering paid, customer-facing barista workshops, who can bring energy and structure to our training function. You'll lead our internal barista training for team members and trainees, develop education pathways for wholesale partners, and design and deliver public-facing sessions. Alongside this, you'll manage our social impact strategy - working closely with charity and employment partners to ensure we're reaching and supporting the people who need us most. What We're Looking For: • At least 2 years' experience in coffee training and education, including public barista workshops • Experience working with vulnerable individuals in a training or mentoring capacity • Strong understanding of the challenges around employment access and sustainability • Excellent communication skills and experience managing or mentoring a team • Demonstrated ability to engage and build relationships with charity, employment, and wholesale partners • Experience creating and implementing training programmes in a specialty coffee setting • A self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset and a desire to grow something meaningful • Passion for social impact and a belief in the power of coffee to drive change Key Responsibilities: • Lead all coffee training across the business - for trainees, mentor baristas, and wholesale clients • Design and deliver paid-for public workshops that showcase specialty coffee and generate revenue • Manage Old Spike's barista training & employment programme in partnership with our charity network • Track and report on our impact metrics to inform our annual report and guide internal planning • Coordinate and grow relationships with referral and recruitment partners • Develop and deliver our environmental impact strategy and reporting • Collaborate with our Marketing Manager to promote our impact across digital and in-store channels • Support trainee progression into paid work placements, working closely with café operations • Conduct internal and external coffee quality audits to ensure standards remain high What's in It for You? • Salary: £30,000 - £35,000, depending on experience • 28 days holiday, including public holidays (+1 day for each year at Old Spike) • Cycle to work scheme • Employee referral scheme • Code Hospitality discount app • Flexible working between cafes and office • Free coffee across all sites + 50% off coffee bags + 30% friends and family discount • A genuinely inclusive working culture where people and purpose matter If you're passionate about coffee, people, and purpose - and want to shape the future of one of the UK's most socially impactful coffee businesses - we'd love to hear from you.

Were hiring for a Charity Shop Manager in Falmouth! Were looking for a Shop Manager in Brandon Trusts brand new charity shop in Falmouth! We are a small retail chain with mighty ambitions and were looking for a Store Manager to be part of our success. Our shops exist to raise funds for the work of Brandon Trust, create paid and unpaid employment opportunities for people with learning disabilities and click apply for full job details

Avenues is a community where people smile, laugh, grow and achieve great things. We are looking for a full time (39 hours) Assistant Service Manager to join the team at Hope House in Kesgrave. Hope House supports 4 adults with complex physical health needs and non verbal communication. Each person has their own interest which are pursued outside of the service and this range from carriage riding to sailing. The role requires you to be fully flexible hold a Full UK driving license. You will have the amazing opportunity to make a wonderful impact on people's lives by supporting the service manager to build and lead a great team, receiving full support from the beginning of your journey with us. We just ask that you share our values, and you have a fun, positive and can-do attitude! Our ideal Assistant Service Manager looks like this! Work with your Service Manager to manage and lead a successful and positive team. Understands the balance between keeping people safe and promote positive risk taking. Have a good understanding of the social care sector and how it benefits and impacts the people we support. Support your team to stay up to date with policies and procedures to carry out and maintain safe and best practices. Support the Service Manager to recruit new employees and develop and manage your staff team in a fair and consistent manner. Work with your Service Manager to reinforce a positive culture of continuous improvement. Act as the Service Manager in their absence. For more details about the role, please have a look at the role profile. Benefits you can expect: High quality training that supports your career development. Paid enhanced DBS check. Flexible working. Shopping discount via Blue Light Card and The Benefits website. Paid annual leave (pro rata). Contributory pension scheme with life assurance. Free and confidential 24/7 access to a health portal, counselling and support. Recommend a Friend scheme - earn up to £50. About us: Avenues Group is a specialist charity provider of supported living, residential care and outreach services for people with autism, learning disability and complex needs. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to be an active citizen and engaged in the community where they live. We work across Kent, London, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Essex, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and Shropshire. We know that well-supported people support people well, and we invest in our employees so everyone can thrive. We offer excellent career and development opportunities across the organisation. You'll become part of our strong Avenues community, which is there to support you each day. Your values should match ours: Respect: We treat people as we would wish to be treated ourselves. Excellence: We don't settle for okay; we are determined to achieve more. Integrity: We do the right thing, even if it takes more time and effort. Pride: The work we do is something we want to tell others we are part of. Contact us! If the role appears and you don't quite meet all the above criteria but share our values and are willing to learn please do get in touch with us. We believe that a good Assistant Service Manager with the right values can be supported to develop the skills needed. We will support you with excellent training, ongoing coaching and other benefits. As part of our commitment to the "Disability Confident Scheme", candidates who declare a disability, and meet the key criteria for this role, will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview stage. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities. We're there for you, from your first conversation with our recruitment team, to day one of your induction, and throughout your career. Apply or get in touch with us today - we look forward to hearing from you.