Nightstop Support Worker & Volunteer Coordinator Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of young adults facing homelessness? Join a dynamic team as a Nightstop Support Worker & Volunteer Coordinator, where you will play a vital role in supporting and empowering individuals on their journey towards independence. Position: Nightstop Support Worker & Volunteer Coordinator Salary: £13,818 (£27,636 FTE) including London Weighting Plus Pension and Other Benefits Location: London SE1 Hours: Part-time, 18.75 hours Closing Date: Sunday 21 September 2025 About the Role: The Nightstop Coordinator role is busy and varied role, it involves working with young people from when they approach the service to when they find longer term accommodation. You will be responsible for being the first point of contact for all young people, assessing each young person s needs and risks, finding short and long term housing options, organising the logistics of each Nightstop placement and making sure that each Nightstop placement is safe. You will also lead on the promotion of the service with the aim of recruiting new Nightstop volunteers. The role will be based in the London office and cover referrals from young people in London. Key Responsibilities: Provide a welcoming and supportive service to young people at risk of homelessness Conduct needs and risk assessments and arrange Nightstop placements Support guests and volunteers through a 24-hour on-call service when required Recruit, onboard and engage new volunteer hosts Promote the service at events and meetings, building strong relationships with partners Maintain accurate records and support reporting processes Ensure safeguarding and health and safety requirements are met at all times About You: We are looking for someone who is committed to supporting young people and has the skills to work calmly and effectively under pressure. You will bring: Experience of working with vulnerable people or people experiencing homelessness Understanding of housing and homelessness legislation and safeguarding procedures Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication and customer service skills Confidence in working collaboratively with a range of partners and stakeholders Flexibility to take part in an on-call rota and occasional evening or weekend work In return for working here, you will receive: • A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role • Flexible working model for suitable roles • 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service • Family-friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave. • Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service • Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice. • Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more. • Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More • Death in service (4x Base salary) • Legal Advice line About the Organisation: The charity is dedicated to supporting vulnerable young people and adults at risk of homelessness. With services from Newcastle to London, they focus on prevention, resilience, and providing opportunities for a brighter future. Guided by Vincentian values, they aim to empower individuals to become self-sufficient and confident. Join the team and be a part of the mission to create lasting change. Other Roles You May Have Experience Of Could Include: Progression Coach, Homelessness Support Worker, Youth Support Worker. Supported Housing Officer, Young People s Case Worker, Community Outreach Worker, Case Manager, Housing Case Worker, Volunteer Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, etc. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Nightstop Support Worker & Volunteer Coordinator Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of young adults facing homelessness? Join a dynamic team as a Nightstop Support Worker & Volunteer Coordinator, where you will play a vital role in supporting and empowering individuals on their journey towards independence. Position: Nightstop Support Worker & Volunteer Coordinator Salary: £13,818 (£27,636 FTE) including London Weighting Plus Pension and Other Benefits Location: London SE1 Hours: Part-time, 18.75 hours Closing Date: Sunday 21 September 2025 About the Role: The Nightstop Coordinator role is busy and varied role, it involves working with young people from when they approach the service to when they find longer term accommodation. You will be responsible for being the first point of contact for all young people, assessing each young person s needs and risks, finding short and long term housing options, organising the logistics of each Nightstop placement and making sure that each Nightstop placement is safe. You will also lead on the promotion of the service with the aim of recruiting new Nightstop volunteers. The role will be based in the London office and cover referrals from young people in London. Key Responsibilities: Provide a welcoming and supportive service to young people at risk of homelessness Conduct needs and risk assessments and arrange Nightstop placements Support guests and volunteers through a 24-hour on-call service when required Recruit, onboard and engage new volunteer hosts Promote the service at events and meetings, building strong relationships with partners Maintain accurate records and support reporting processes Ensure safeguarding and health and safety requirements are met at all times About You: We are looking for someone who is committed to supporting young people and has the skills to work calmly and effectively under pressure. You will bring: Experience of working with vulnerable people or people experiencing homelessness Understanding of housing and homelessness legislation and safeguarding procedures Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication and customer service skills Confidence in working collaboratively with a range of partners and stakeholders Flexibility to take part in an on-call rota and occasional evening or weekend work In return for working here, you will receive: • A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role • Flexible working model for suitable roles • 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service • Family-friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave. • Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service • Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice. • Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more. • Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More • Death in service (4x Base salary) • Legal Advice line About the Organisation: The charity is dedicated to supporting vulnerable young people and adults at risk of homelessness. With services from Newcastle to London, they focus on prevention, resilience, and providing opportunities for a brighter future. Guided by Vincentian values, they aim to empower individuals to become self-sufficient and confident. Join the team and be a part of the mission to create lasting change. Other Roles You May Have Experience Of Could Include: Progression Coach, Homelessness Support Worker, Youth Support Worker. Supported Housing Officer, Young People s Case Worker, Community Outreach Worker, Case Manager, Housing Case Worker, Volunteer Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, etc. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Education Officer Prevention This is an exciting opportunity to join a national homelessness charity to lead the delivery of our homelessness prevention education programme in the North West as our Education Officer Prevention. Position: Education Officer Prevention Location: Based in our Manchester office, with frequent travel across the North West Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £29,242 per annum plus pension and other benefits Closing Date: Sunday 24th August 2025 About the Role As Education Officer, you will coordinate and deliver the Education Programme across schools, colleges, and youth settings in the North West. The programme aims to prevent youth homelessness through engaging workshops, assemblies, and group sessions that explore topics such as healthy relationships, conflict management and homelessness awareness. Working closely with the National Education Programme Manager, you will also support the development of new resources and manage relationships with partner institutions. You will be responsible for marketing the programme, delivering high-impact sessions, and generating income through partnerships with educational settings. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team working at the forefront of youth homelessness prevention. Key responsibilities include: Leading the delivery of education workshops and assemblies to young people aged Designing high-quality, engaging resources aligned with national curriculum and tailored to local needs Building strong partnerships with schools and colleges to promote and deliver the programme Recording and evaluating delivery to ensure effectiveness and continual improvement Training and supporting volunteers, including young people with lived experience Representing the charity at regional and national events Occasionally delivering sessions or attending meetings out-of-hours, with time off in lieu provided About You You will need to have the following skills and experience: Excellent communication skills and confidence delivering to large groups Experience working with children and young people, especially on sensitive issues Ability to build strong professional relationships with education staff and stakeholders Proven experience in designing educational content and facilitating interactive sessions Strong organisational and time management skills Self-motivated with a proactive approach and ability to work independently Good knowledge of safeguarding procedures and ability to apply them Competence in digital tools and content creation In return for working here, you will receive: A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role Flexible working model for suitable roles 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service Family-friendly leave policies including maternity, adoption, parental, and carers leave Auto-enrolment pension with employer contributions up to 7% Employee Assistance Programme and health support app Discount vouchers for gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more Cash benefit plan including cover for dental, optical, hospital stays and more Death in service (4x salary) Legal Advice Line About the Organisation The Organisation delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We specialise in preventing homelessness, building resilience, and creating opportunities in education, employment and volunteering across the UK from Newcastle to London, Greater Manchester to the South Coast. You may have experience in areas such as: Education Project Coordinator, Youth Engagement Officer, Schools Programme Officer, Prevention Officer, Workshop Facilitator, Learning and Engagement Officer, etc. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Education Officer Prevention This is an exciting opportunity to join a national homelessness charity to lead the delivery of our homelessness prevention education programme in the North West as our Education Officer Prevention. Position: Education Officer Prevention Location: Based in our Manchester office, with frequent travel across the North West Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £29,242 per annum plus pension and other benefits Closing Date: Sunday 24th August 2025 About the Role As Education Officer, you will coordinate and deliver the Education Programme across schools, colleges, and youth settings in the North West. The programme aims to prevent youth homelessness through engaging workshops, assemblies, and group sessions that explore topics such as healthy relationships, conflict management and homelessness awareness. Working closely with the National Education Programme Manager, you will also support the development of new resources and manage relationships with partner institutions. You will be responsible for marketing the programme, delivering high-impact sessions, and generating income through partnerships with educational settings. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team working at the forefront of youth homelessness prevention. Key responsibilities include: Leading the delivery of education workshops and assemblies to young people aged Designing high-quality, engaging resources aligned with national curriculum and tailored to local needs Building strong partnerships with schools and colleges to promote and deliver the programme Recording and evaluating delivery to ensure effectiveness and continual improvement Training and supporting volunteers, including young people with lived experience Representing the charity at regional and national events Occasionally delivering sessions or attending meetings out-of-hours, with time off in lieu provided About You You will need to have the following skills and experience: Excellent communication skills and confidence delivering to large groups Experience working with children and young people, especially on sensitive issues Ability to build strong professional relationships with education staff and stakeholders Proven experience in designing educational content and facilitating interactive sessions Strong organisational and time management skills Self-motivated with a proactive approach and ability to work independently Good knowledge of safeguarding procedures and ability to apply them Competence in digital tools and content creation In return for working here, you will receive: A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role Flexible working model for suitable roles 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service Family-friendly leave policies including maternity, adoption, parental, and carers leave Auto-enrolment pension with employer contributions up to 7% Employee Assistance Programme and health support app Discount vouchers for gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more Cash benefit plan including cover for dental, optical, hospital stays and more Death in service (4x salary) Legal Advice Line About the Organisation The Organisation delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We specialise in preventing homelessness, building resilience, and creating opportunities in education, employment and volunteering across the UK from Newcastle to London, Greater Manchester to the South Coast. You may have experience in areas such as: Education Project Coordinator, Youth Engagement Officer, Schools Programme Officer, Prevention Officer, Workshop Facilitator, Learning and Engagement Officer, etc. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Global Advocacy Lead (Maternity Cover) We are working with an organisation that oversees a group of leading homelessness charities working around the world to end homelessness. They are seeking a confident and strategic Global Advocacy Lead to champion their international advocacy work and strengthen the global response to homelessness. Position: Global Advocacy Lead (Maternity Cover) Salary: £47,000 pro rata, plus pension and benefits Location: Hybrid, 2 Days from Home, Central London Office + Travel Hours: Full-time (5 days), open to 4 days/part-time Contract: Fixed-term, 12 months from October 2025 Closing Date: Friday 5th September About the Role This leadership role will focus on driving forward a global advocacy strategy during a period of maternity cover. Homelessness is a growing international challenge, yet lacks a unified global response. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the strategy continues to progress, positioning the organisation as a trusted partner and expert voice. Key responsibilities include: Leading the delivery of the global advocacy strategy in line with organisational priorities Building and managing strategic relationships with international stakeholders such as the UN, EU, multilateral banks and global NGO networks Representing the organisation at advocacy forums, government and global policy events Supporting national members to strengthen their advocacy capacity and share best practice Commissioning and overseeing research that underpins advocacy and policy work Monitoring international policy developments and influencing responses to global homelessness About You We are looking for a skilled leader with experience in advocacy, policy or research, ideally within an international NGO, development or humanitarian setting. You will bring: A strong track record of developing and implementing international advocacy strategies Experience influencing policy at global and regional levels Confidence in engaging with global institutions such as the UN, EU, World Bank, G20 or COP Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, able to represent the organisation as a credible and authoritative voice Strong analytical, project management and strategic planning skills A personal commitment to values of dignity, equity and ending homelessness In return for working here, you will receive: A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role Flexible working model for suitable roles. 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service. Family-friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave. Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice. Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more. Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More Death in service (4x Base salary) Legal Advice line About the Organisation The charity made up internationally of seven organisations and overseen by the international body exists because we believe everyone deserves the dignity and security of a place to call home. We are locally governed and locally run, and committed to ending homelessness and improving the lives of the people affected by it. The charity also has a key strategic relationship with the Ruff Institute of Global Homelessness (IGH) and the Famvin Homeless Alliance (FHA). The charity oversees the group, ensuring the highest standards of service provision, governance, and finance, while helping to develop capacity in areas including fundraising, communications and safeguarding. The international office currently consists of a team of 14. We are currently based in seven countries across Europe and North America (Croatia, France, Ireland, Slovakia, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States of America), providing a range of urgent accommodation and services for people in great need. The charity also has a key strategic relationship with the Ruff Institute of Global Homelessness, which focuses on ending homelessness globally by bridging research, policy, and practice, and the Famvin Homeless Alliance mobilising the Vincentian Family across the world to develop new housing and other projects. Both strategic partnerships were born out of our shared values and commitment to end homelessness and change the lives of those affected by it. Ever since the charity s inception over three decades ago, our values have helped to create a unique approach to supporting people that come to us for help. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Head of Policy, International Advocacy Manager, Global Policy Lead, External Affairs Director, Head of Research and Policy, Advocacy and Campaigns Lead PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
Global Advocacy Lead (Maternity Cover) We are working with an organisation that oversees a group of leading homelessness charities working around the world to end homelessness. They are seeking a confident and strategic Global Advocacy Lead to champion their international advocacy work and strengthen the global response to homelessness. Position: Global Advocacy Lead (Maternity Cover) Salary: £47,000 pro rata, plus pension and benefits Location: Hybrid, 2 Days from Home, Central London Office + Travel Hours: Full-time (5 days), open to 4 days/part-time Contract: Fixed-term, 12 months from October 2025 Closing Date: Friday 5th September About the Role This leadership role will focus on driving forward a global advocacy strategy during a period of maternity cover. Homelessness is a growing international challenge, yet lacks a unified global response. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the strategy continues to progress, positioning the organisation as a trusted partner and expert voice. Key responsibilities include: Leading the delivery of the global advocacy strategy in line with organisational priorities Building and managing strategic relationships with international stakeholders such as the UN, EU, multilateral banks and global NGO networks Representing the organisation at advocacy forums, government and global policy events Supporting national members to strengthen their advocacy capacity and share best practice Commissioning and overseeing research that underpins advocacy and policy work Monitoring international policy developments and influencing responses to global homelessness About You We are looking for a skilled leader with experience in advocacy, policy or research, ideally within an international NGO, development or humanitarian setting. You will bring: A strong track record of developing and implementing international advocacy strategies Experience influencing policy at global and regional levels Confidence in engaging with global institutions such as the UN, EU, World Bank, G20 or COP Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, able to represent the organisation as a credible and authoritative voice Strong analytical, project management and strategic planning skills A personal commitment to values of dignity, equity and ending homelessness In return for working here, you will receive: A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role Flexible working model for suitable roles. 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service. Family-friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave. Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice. Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more. Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More Death in service (4x Base salary) Legal Advice line About the Organisation The charity made up internationally of seven organisations and overseen by the international body exists because we believe everyone deserves the dignity and security of a place to call home. We are locally governed and locally run, and committed to ending homelessness and improving the lives of the people affected by it. The charity also has a key strategic relationship with the Ruff Institute of Global Homelessness (IGH) and the Famvin Homeless Alliance (FHA). The charity oversees the group, ensuring the highest standards of service provision, governance, and finance, while helping to develop capacity in areas including fundraising, communications and safeguarding. The international office currently consists of a team of 14. We are currently based in seven countries across Europe and North America (Croatia, France, Ireland, Slovakia, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States of America), providing a range of urgent accommodation and services for people in great need. The charity also has a key strategic relationship with the Ruff Institute of Global Homelessness, which focuses on ending homelessness globally by bridging research, policy, and practice, and the Famvin Homeless Alliance mobilising the Vincentian Family across the world to develop new housing and other projects. Both strategic partnerships were born out of our shared values and commitment to end homelessness and change the lives of those affected by it. Ever since the charity s inception over three decades ago, our values have helped to create a unique approach to supporting people that come to us for help. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Head of Policy, International Advocacy Manager, Global Policy Lead, External Affairs Director, Head of Research and Policy, Advocacy and Campaigns Lead PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.