Community Therapy Services Manager Location: Central Hub - Unit 9 Brewery Yard, Deva City Office Park, Trinity Way, Salford, M3 7BB (satnav: M3 7BD) Contract Type: Permanent Full Time (Reduced hours will be considered) Closing Date: 14/09/25 About Us We Are Survivors, are a survivor focused voluntary sector organisation that aims to create and facilitate safe spaces for male (including trans and non-binary individuals) survivors of sexual abuse, rape and sexual exploitation across Greater Manchester providing access to quality assured support. Our work is focused on developing ways for individuals to empower themselves to work through personal and sometimes painful issues, guided and supported by our trauma-informed team, following the trauma and recovery model. Our vision is to have A society where NO male survivor is left behind About the Role We're looking for a Therapy Manager to join the team. Leading a team of trauma-informed therapists while delivering trauma-informed therapeutic services. We are a dynamic service with a holistic service model, so the senior role is supporting wider than just direct delivery. You'll play a key role in supporting clients, managing communications, supporting volunteers/placements. You will work closely with our community development team and criminal justice teams to ensure survivors have access to the right support. All staff have a thematic leadership area to expand the organisations knowledge in areas impacting male survivors and their loved ones. About You You ll be someone who is a qualified and experienced therapist working with trauma with a background of leading effective teams. We re especially keen to hear from people with experience in working with men, sexual harms and supporting therapist and trainees, but we value transferable skills too. If you're passionate about creating a society where no male survivor is left behind, this could be the role for you. Why Join Us? a competitive salary. annual leave package with incremental rises plus bank holidays. company sick pay. Birthday annual leave. monthly clinical supervision. pension contribution. and a range of discount and benefit programmes. How to Apply In your supporting statement we want you to answer these two questions: How can your experience support male survivors thrive? How you meet the role profile, ensure you answer ALL elements in your CV or supporting statement? Interviews are expected to take place on 25th and 26th September, we reserve the right to interview and close the recruitment process early if satisfactory applicants. Equal Opportunities We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from people with lived experience, people from underrepresented backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQ+, disabled, or from Black, Asian or minoritised communities. We are also a Ban The Box Employer and will always give people with criminal records a fair chance to compete for our available roles. We will only ask about criminal convictions in the later stages of our recruitment processes to ensure we are recruiting off of skill, experience and ability before anything else. Role Purpose To manage specific services and teams, ensuring the provision of quality assured support services to male survivors and their loved ones. Main Duties and Responsibilities • To manage the operational and clinical duty of care for support services • To maintain the safe and inclusive provision of spaces for all clients • To provide Line Management, guidance and professional and pastoral support to all client facing services staff and volunteers • To effectively lead and successfully manage the provision of client services, as designed and governed by the organisaton, including ensuring KPIs are met and data handling and reporting is accurate. • To ensure that all services managed, effectively record and identify threats and trends that will result in responding effectively to meet clients needs. • To maintain and deliver relevant services to a small caseload of clients. • Manage and deliver specific projects as directed and agreed by the Executive Team. • To support the further development of the services that meet clients needs. Organisational Core Responsibilities • Stringently uphold the organisation s values of transparency, integrity, understanding and responsiveness throughout your work and your representation of We Are Survivors. • Honour a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and anti-oppressive practice and work positively and inclusively with everyone so that We Are Survivors provides a workplace that does not discriminate against people on the ground of their age, sexuality, religion or belief, race, gender, or disabilities. • Ensure 100% of the work you carry out is for the achievement of the mission to break the silence of the sexual abuse, rape and sexual exploitation of boys & men and support them and their loved ones to engage in positive healing, free from the impact of abuse and vision a society where no male survivor is left behind . • Maintain strict confidentiality boundaries as you have access to sensitive, restricted, and classified information; and ensure that you are fully compliant with all information governance policies set by the organisation and/or Information Commissioners Office • Respect individuals right to anonymity within and outside of the organisation. • Fully comply with all professional external frameworks, charters or practice standards that We Are Survivors subscribes to, is a member of, or carries. • Fully comply with the organisations standard operating procedures / quality assurance, guidelines, policies, and procedures, including all accurate recording of information and ensuring you do not act to compromise the organisational standards or any formal QA Accreditation. • Remain aware at all times of your responsibilities for your own health and safety, for the Health and Safety of those directly responsible to you, your work colleagues and any others who may be affected by the operations under your responsibility or control. • Ensure you comply with all requirements identified within infection control measures and risk management, both nationally and locally. • To work flexibly in the interests of the organisation, which may include undertaking other duties provided that these are appropriate to your background, skills and abilities. Person Specification The following attributes are Essential for this role: Registration: • BACP, BABCP, UKCP, NCS, BPS or HCPC registered Qualifications: • Diploma in Counselling / Psychotherapy or equivalent • Safeguarding Children and Adults Level 3 Knowledge and Experience: • Understanding of issues relating to rape and sexual assault. • Experience of leading a team. • Experience in delivering engaging workshops to a variety of audiences. • Previous experiences of working within a highly confidential setting. • Experience in data management and information governance. Skills : • Ability to prioritise own workload. • Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, or equivalent, and electronic database system The following attributes are Desirable for this role: Registration: • BACP Accredited or equivalent. Qualifications: • Masters in counselling or Psychotherapy. • Qualified in EMDR and/or PG Dip in CBT. • Qualification relevant to role Knowledge and Experience: • Knowledge of current support services in the UK that meet the needs of male identified victims/survivors of sexual violence. • Understanding of the legal framework for victims of sexual abuse, rape and sexual exploitation. • Previous experience of working with male identified victims/survivors of sexual violence. • Previous experience of working within a highly confidential setting, adhering to data governance. • Previous experience of working within the voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE) sector. Skills: • A commitment to diversity, inclusion and anti-oppressive practice. • Mentoring.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Community Therapy Services Manager Location: Central Hub - Unit 9 Brewery Yard, Deva City Office Park, Trinity Way, Salford, M3 7BB (satnav: M3 7BD) Contract Type: Permanent Full Time (Reduced hours will be considered) Closing Date: 14/09/25 About Us We Are Survivors, are a survivor focused voluntary sector organisation that aims to create and facilitate safe spaces for male (including trans and non-binary individuals) survivors of sexual abuse, rape and sexual exploitation across Greater Manchester providing access to quality assured support. Our work is focused on developing ways for individuals to empower themselves to work through personal and sometimes painful issues, guided and supported by our trauma-informed team, following the trauma and recovery model. Our vision is to have A society where NO male survivor is left behind About the Role We're looking for a Therapy Manager to join the team. Leading a team of trauma-informed therapists while delivering trauma-informed therapeutic services. We are a dynamic service with a holistic service model, so the senior role is supporting wider than just direct delivery. You'll play a key role in supporting clients, managing communications, supporting volunteers/placements. You will work closely with our community development team and criminal justice teams to ensure survivors have access to the right support. All staff have a thematic leadership area to expand the organisations knowledge in areas impacting male survivors and their loved ones. About You You ll be someone who is a qualified and experienced therapist working with trauma with a background of leading effective teams. We re especially keen to hear from people with experience in working with men, sexual harms and supporting therapist and trainees, but we value transferable skills too. If you're passionate about creating a society where no male survivor is left behind, this could be the role for you. Why Join Us? a competitive salary. annual leave package with incremental rises plus bank holidays. company sick pay. Birthday annual leave. monthly clinical supervision. pension contribution. and a range of discount and benefit programmes. How to Apply In your supporting statement we want you to answer these two questions: How can your experience support male survivors thrive? How you meet the role profile, ensure you answer ALL elements in your CV or supporting statement? Interviews are expected to take place on 25th and 26th September, we reserve the right to interview and close the recruitment process early if satisfactory applicants. Equal Opportunities We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from people with lived experience, people from underrepresented backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQ+, disabled, or from Black, Asian or minoritised communities. We are also a Ban The Box Employer and will always give people with criminal records a fair chance to compete for our available roles. We will only ask about criminal convictions in the later stages of our recruitment processes to ensure we are recruiting off of skill, experience and ability before anything else. Role Purpose To manage specific services and teams, ensuring the provision of quality assured support services to male survivors and their loved ones. Main Duties and Responsibilities • To manage the operational and clinical duty of care for support services • To maintain the safe and inclusive provision of spaces for all clients • To provide Line Management, guidance and professional and pastoral support to all client facing services staff and volunteers • To effectively lead and successfully manage the provision of client services, as designed and governed by the organisaton, including ensuring KPIs are met and data handling and reporting is accurate. • To ensure that all services managed, effectively record and identify threats and trends that will result in responding effectively to meet clients needs. • To maintain and deliver relevant services to a small caseload of clients. • Manage and deliver specific projects as directed and agreed by the Executive Team. • To support the further development of the services that meet clients needs. Organisational Core Responsibilities • Stringently uphold the organisation s values of transparency, integrity, understanding and responsiveness throughout your work and your representation of We Are Survivors. • Honour a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and anti-oppressive practice and work positively and inclusively with everyone so that We Are Survivors provides a workplace that does not discriminate against people on the ground of their age, sexuality, religion or belief, race, gender, or disabilities. • Ensure 100% of the work you carry out is for the achievement of the mission to break the silence of the sexual abuse, rape and sexual exploitation of boys & men and support them and their loved ones to engage in positive healing, free from the impact of abuse and vision a society where no male survivor is left behind . • Maintain strict confidentiality boundaries as you have access to sensitive, restricted, and classified information; and ensure that you are fully compliant with all information governance policies set by the organisation and/or Information Commissioners Office • Respect individuals right to anonymity within and outside of the organisation. • Fully comply with all professional external frameworks, charters or practice standards that We Are Survivors subscribes to, is a member of, or carries. • Fully comply with the organisations standard operating procedures / quality assurance, guidelines, policies, and procedures, including all accurate recording of information and ensuring you do not act to compromise the organisational standards or any formal QA Accreditation. • Remain aware at all times of your responsibilities for your own health and safety, for the Health and Safety of those directly responsible to you, your work colleagues and any others who may be affected by the operations under your responsibility or control. • Ensure you comply with all requirements identified within infection control measures and risk management, both nationally and locally. • To work flexibly in the interests of the organisation, which may include undertaking other duties provided that these are appropriate to your background, skills and abilities. Person Specification The following attributes are Essential for this role: Registration: • BACP, BABCP, UKCP, NCS, BPS or HCPC registered Qualifications: • Diploma in Counselling / Psychotherapy or equivalent • Safeguarding Children and Adults Level 3 Knowledge and Experience: • Understanding of issues relating to rape and sexual assault. • Experience of leading a team. • Experience in delivering engaging workshops to a variety of audiences. • Previous experiences of working within a highly confidential setting. • Experience in data management and information governance. Skills : • Ability to prioritise own workload. • Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, or equivalent, and electronic database system The following attributes are Desirable for this role: Registration: • BACP Accredited or equivalent. Qualifications: • Masters in counselling or Psychotherapy. • Qualified in EMDR and/or PG Dip in CBT. • Qualification relevant to role Knowledge and Experience: • Knowledge of current support services in the UK that meet the needs of male identified victims/survivors of sexual violence. • Understanding of the legal framework for victims of sexual abuse, rape and sexual exploitation. • Previous experience of working with male identified victims/survivors of sexual violence. • Previous experience of working within a highly confidential setting, adhering to data governance. • Previous experience of working within the voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE) sector. Skills: • A commitment to diversity, inclusion and anti-oppressive practice. • Mentoring.
Job Title: Debt Recovery Paralegal Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : £30,000 per annum + generous commission scheme Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 70 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 7,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. About the role: We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Debt Recovery Paralegal to join our busy Consumer team. This role offers exposure to a broad caseload of debt recovery matters, working with a range of clients from individuals to large corporations. The successful candidate will support fee earners in the efficient management of debt recovery cases, ensuring high standards of client service and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. We offer a generous commission structure. With no hurdles, and no caps, you are rewarded for the success of every case you bring to completion. The role offers genuine progression quite likely to a training contract. We currently have 96 trainee solicitors across our five departments Responsibilities: Managing a varied caseload of pre-legal and litigated debt recovery matters under supervision. Drafting and sending pre-action correspondence, including letters before action. Preparing and issuing court proceedings, including claims, applications, and enforcement actions. Handling defended claims and assisting solicitors with complex disputes. Liaising with clients, courts, third parties, and opponents in a professional manner. Reviewing client documentation and advising on prospects of recovery. Assisting with enforcement processes, including CCJs, charging orders, attachment of earnings, and High Court enforcement. Maintaining accurate case records and using the firm's case management systems. Ensuring compliance with the Civil Procedure Rules, SRA regulations, and firm policies. Supporting senior fee earners with research, drafting, and general case preparation. About you: Previous paralegal or legal assistant experience, ideally within debt recovery, litigation, or commercial disputes. Strong knowledge of the debt recovery process and civil litigation procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft clear and concise legal documents. Strong organisational and case management skills with attention to detail. Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management software. Law degree, LPC, SQE preparation or equivalent qualification/experience desirable. Previous exposure of Proclaim case management system advantageous. Salary & Hours: A basic salary up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 6 office days a month after passing probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Paralegal, Trainee Solicitor, Legal Assistant, Debt Recovery Assistant, Litigation Assistant, Legal Support Assistant, Legal Executive, Legal Secretary, Legal Aid may also be considered for this role.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Debt Recovery Paralegal Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : £30,000 per annum + generous commission scheme Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 70 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 7,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. About the role: We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Debt Recovery Paralegal to join our busy Consumer team. This role offers exposure to a broad caseload of debt recovery matters, working with a range of clients from individuals to large corporations. The successful candidate will support fee earners in the efficient management of debt recovery cases, ensuring high standards of client service and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. We offer a generous commission structure. With no hurdles, and no caps, you are rewarded for the success of every case you bring to completion. The role offers genuine progression quite likely to a training contract. We currently have 96 trainee solicitors across our five departments Responsibilities: Managing a varied caseload of pre-legal and litigated debt recovery matters under supervision. Drafting and sending pre-action correspondence, including letters before action. Preparing and issuing court proceedings, including claims, applications, and enforcement actions. Handling defended claims and assisting solicitors with complex disputes. Liaising with clients, courts, third parties, and opponents in a professional manner. Reviewing client documentation and advising on prospects of recovery. Assisting with enforcement processes, including CCJs, charging orders, attachment of earnings, and High Court enforcement. Maintaining accurate case records and using the firm's case management systems. Ensuring compliance with the Civil Procedure Rules, SRA regulations, and firm policies. Supporting senior fee earners with research, drafting, and general case preparation. About you: Previous paralegal or legal assistant experience, ideally within debt recovery, litigation, or commercial disputes. Strong knowledge of the debt recovery process and civil litigation procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft clear and concise legal documents. Strong organisational and case management skills with attention to detail. Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management software. Law degree, LPC, SQE preparation or equivalent qualification/experience desirable. Previous exposure of Proclaim case management system advantageous. Salary & Hours: A basic salary up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 6 office days a month after passing probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Paralegal, Trainee Solicitor, Legal Assistant, Debt Recovery Assistant, Litigation Assistant, Legal Support Assistant, Legal Executive, Legal Secretary, Legal Aid may also be considered for this role.
Job Title: Housing Disrepair Paralegal Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Job type: Full time, Permanent About us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 70 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 6,600 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. About the role: We are currently looking for an additional Paralegal to join our Housing Disrepair team. Ideally the successful candidate will have a minimum of 12 months housing disrepair experience. Tenacity, ability, and enthusiasm are key attributes in helping to get the best results for our clients. The role requires management of your own caseload of pre-and-and post-issue Housing Disrepair claims. We offer a generous commission structure. With no hurdles, and no caps, you are rewarded for the success of every case you bring to completion. The role offers genuine progression quite likely to a training contract. We currently have 96 trainee solicitors across our five departments Responsibilities: Managing a caseload of Housing Disrepair claims from cradle to grave Conducting thorough legal research and providing sound legal advice to clients Preparing and drafting legal documents, including pleadings and witness statements Negotiating settlements and representing clients in court when necessary Working in a target driven, fast paced environment Collaborating with colleagues to ensure the successful outcome of cases. Keeping up to date with changes in relevant laws and regulations Person Specification: Proven track record of handling a caseload of housing disrepair claims Genuine tenacity. Knowledge of the civil procedure rules, precedent, trends in litigation, and an ability and willingness to utilise the same to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients. Excellent client care ability, with a passion for achieving the best possible outcome for our clients. Previous exposure of Proclaim case management system advantageous. Salary & Hours: A basic salary of up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Newly Qualified Solicitor, Law Graduate, Junior Solicitor, Lawyer, Solicitor, Housing Disrepair Lawyer, Housing Disrepair Caseworker, Legal Assistant, Litigation Assistant, Legal Executive, Paralegal, Legal Executive will also be considered for this role.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Housing Disrepair Paralegal Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Job type: Full time, Permanent About us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 70 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 6,600 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. About the role: We are currently looking for an additional Paralegal to join our Housing Disrepair team. Ideally the successful candidate will have a minimum of 12 months housing disrepair experience. Tenacity, ability, and enthusiasm are key attributes in helping to get the best results for our clients. The role requires management of your own caseload of pre-and-and post-issue Housing Disrepair claims. We offer a generous commission structure. With no hurdles, and no caps, you are rewarded for the success of every case you bring to completion. The role offers genuine progression quite likely to a training contract. We currently have 96 trainee solicitors across our five departments Responsibilities: Managing a caseload of Housing Disrepair claims from cradle to grave Conducting thorough legal research and providing sound legal advice to clients Preparing and drafting legal documents, including pleadings and witness statements Negotiating settlements and representing clients in court when necessary Working in a target driven, fast paced environment Collaborating with colleagues to ensure the successful outcome of cases. Keeping up to date with changes in relevant laws and regulations Person Specification: Proven track record of handling a caseload of housing disrepair claims Genuine tenacity. Knowledge of the civil procedure rules, precedent, trends in litigation, and an ability and willingness to utilise the same to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients. Excellent client care ability, with a passion for achieving the best possible outcome for our clients. Previous exposure of Proclaim case management system advantageous. Salary & Hours: A basic salary of up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Newly Qualified Solicitor, Law Graduate, Junior Solicitor, Lawyer, Solicitor, Housing Disrepair Lawyer, Housing Disrepair Caseworker, Legal Assistant, Litigation Assistant, Legal Executive, Paralegal, Legal Executive will also be considered for this role.
