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Title: Head of Services – Community & Independent Living Services Salary: £42,000 – £49,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Contract: Full time Job Type: Permanent Location: Home-based with travel to London and service areas (London, Kent, Surrey, Essex and Berkshire) This position does not offer sponsorship. We are unable to accept applications from individuals who require a visa to work in the UK. Overview We are recruiting a Head of Services on behalf of a well-established charity dedicated to improving the lives of deaf people and the wider communities they support. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced health and social care professional looking to make a genuine and lasting impact across a diverse portfolio of community-facing services. The successful candidate will play a key role in securing the long term sustainability of these services whilst championing the needs of some of the most vulnerable deaf people in the communities served. About the Role Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations, the Head of Services will hold senior management responsibility for staff across multiple geographically dispersed teams. Services span London, Kent, Surrey, Essex and Berkshire, with the postholder expected to travel to the London office regularly and to service locations as required. This is a hands-on yet strategic role. You will be expected to provide confident operational leadership whilst also contributing to income generation, funding bids, commissioner relationships and the wider senior leadership team agenda. A strong understanding of financial sustainability within the charity and social care sector will be essential, as will the drive to identify new and innovative ways to grow service income and demonstrate impact. It is not essential that candidates come from a deaf organisation or are BSL users, however a genuine willingness to understand and embrace deaf culture and work towards a basic level of sign language is expected. What matters most is a strong health and social care background, proven multi-service management experience, and the commercial acumen to help stabilise and grow the service. Key Responsibilities • Provide senior leadership and operational oversight across Independent Living, Advocacy, Advice, Employability services and other funded community projects, • Lead and support Operations Managers and Team Managers to ensure services are well-resourced, compliant and consistently achieving quality and performance standards, • Act as Operational Safeguarding Lead for the directorate, ensuring robust safeguarding policies, procedures and escalation processes are in place and consistently followed, • Work closely with the Director of Finance and Operations to ensure services are financially sustainable, operating within agreed budgets and meeting contractual obligations, • Contribute to income generation through funding applications, tender submissions, commissioner engagement and partnership development, • Oversee service performance monitoring using data and CRM systems to inform decision-making, evidence impact and meet contractual reporting requirements, • Contribute to organisational strategy, governance and risk management as a member of the senior leadership team, • Support workforce planning, recruitment, succession planning and employee relations in collaboration with HR, • Promote a culture of accessibility, inclusion and continuous improvement, keeping the needs of deaf and disabled service users central to all activity Requirements Essential: • Significant senior management experience within community services, health and social care, charity, advice, advocacy or public sector environments, • Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary or geographically dispersed teams through senior managers or operational leads, • Demonstrable experience overseeing funded services, contracts and performance frameworks, • Experience working with statutory commissioners, local authorities and external funding bodies, • Strong understanding of safeguarding responsibilities, governance and risk management in community-based services, • Experience contributing to income generation activities including contract development, funding bids or tender submissions, • Health and Social Care qualification or equivalent professional experience, • Willingness to attend training and work towards BSL Level 2, • Ability to analyse complex service and financial information to support informed decision-making, • Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills, • Must undergo an enhanced DBS check, • Car owner/driver with willingness to travel across service areas Desirable: • Experience overseeing quality assurance frameworks and compliance standards such as AQS or Matrix, • Recognised leadership and management qualification, • Experience of working with deaf people or individuals with complex communication needs, • sign language user or BSL Level 2 Benefits • Competitive salary of £42,000 – £49,000 dependent on experience, • Home-based role with flexibility and autonomy, • Opportunity to join a values-driven charity at a pivotal point in its development, • Senior leadership position with genuine scope to influence strategy and service direction Working Pattern This is a full-time permanent role. The position is home-based with a requirement to travel regularly to the London office and to service locations across London, Kent, Surrey, Essex and Berkshire. Some flexibility around working hours may be required to meet the needs of the service, including occasional evenings or weekends. Contact Details If you wish to either apply or gain further information, please contact Ed at Compass Associates on 02394 214 487 or email eamaral@compassltd.co.uk Recommendations Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy; we offer £500 in vouchers for each successful recommendation. Compass Associates, established in 2009, is an award-winning, UK specialist Health and Social Care Recruitment Consultancy providing tailored, high quality recruitment solutions for all permanent assignments.

This well respected and award winning Newcastle PR agency is looking to expand with the appointment of a new PR Account Manager – Senior Account Manager. The successful candidate will work in a friendly and supportive team on a mix of consumer and B2B clients marine insurance, NHS, fulfilment, leisure, environmental, textiles, property, public sector, healthcare, renewables, regeneration, outdoor clothing and equipment, energy, travel and construction clients. Candidates need to have a ‘can do attitude’ and want to succeed and be part of a dynamic team. Candidates must have Agency experience and have skills/experience in the following areas… • Account management, • Copy writing, • Client liaison, • Business development, • Social media management, • Event management, • Media relations. With an anti-micro-management culture, candidates must be capable and happy to work in a grown up environment where they are encouraged to take responsibility for their clients and manage accounts with a precise and client service focused approach. With a supportive & inspirational team around you this role would suit someone looking to work in a prestigious agency on a mix of national and regional clients. ...

My client is a well-known and respected Newcastle based PR agency. They are looking for an experienced B2B PR Account Manager – Senior Account Manager looking for a new opportunity within a welcoming and flourishing agency. You will join their small but perfectly formed team of 5, working on a mix of B2B construction, built environment and tech clients. Clients cover construction, built environment, professional services, trade associates, public sector and tech. The role will involve working alongside the Company Director. You will liaise with mainly NE regional press and national trade media, so a good working knowledge of regional press and the NE business community is preferable. The role will be hands on and you will account manage, deliver media relations, write copy and content, be involved with strategic development of client campaigns. As well as account management, this role will involve client servicing, having an entrepreneurial flare, for spotting new business opportunities from existing clients as well as having your finger on the pulse for new client opportunities. Working logistics – they don’t have a prescriptive hybrid model, on average the team are in the office 2/3 days a week, not necessarily for the whole day. The team are trusted to manage their own work loads and clients. The ability to drive and be able to travel around the NE is essential. Key duties • Producin...

An award-winning consultancy is seeking a Senior Product Manager in the UK. This hybrid role focuses on product management for clients in the public sector and education, requiring strong leadership and collaboration skills. Responsibilities include managing product delivery, stakeholder relations,

NHS is seeking a Senior Communications Officer to provide high-quality corporate communications, focusing on the health research sector. The ideal candidate will be skilled in digital communications and have a professional qualification in communications, public relations, or a similar field.

Job Title: Public Relations Specialist – Advanced. Public Relations & External Communications. Support senior PR leaders in the development and execution of media relations and product PR programmes for the client.

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related discipline. Communications and Public Relations Assistant. The Communications and Public Relations Assistant will support the planning and delivery of the organisation’s communications and

E-STAR EMPLOYMENT AGENCY in Greater London is seeking a Public Relations Executive to manage PR strategies and activities. Responsibilities include organizing PR activities, measuring performance, and building relationships with key stakeholders. This role is essential for maintaining the agency's p

Public Relations experience within a professional services or financial services environment. An exciting opportunity to join a leading US law firm! This is an interesting and multi-faceted role spanning multiple legal practices and requiring the ability to deliver a broad range of public relations

Involved in media relations campaigns for B2B tech clients, from start-ups to Fortune 500 businesses. Managing key client relationships and project deliverables.

Hux Public Relations is seeking an experienced Freelance PR Manager or Senior Account Executive to help develop PR strategies for clients in outdoor, sports, and lifestyle sectors. The role involves crafting press releases, maintaining media relationships, and executing influencer campaigns.

MDPI seeks an experienced Public Relations Lead to drive media engagement, elevate our brand presence, and amplify our mission of open‑access research. The candidate will play a leading role in MDPI’s External Affairs team and broader strategy, working closely with internal stakeholder to manage

UK‑based Public Relations Account Executive. Lead accounts across media and influencer relations, thought leadership, and broader communications strategy. Produce results within our core services of media and influencer relations, including trade shows, media events, and pitches.

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Ideal candidates should have strong employee relations experience, particularly in a unionised environment within the UK public sector.

This role follows a hybrid work schedule and reports to the Head of Public Relations. Proven track record in media relations, working directly with UK‑based reporters. The Waymo Driver has provided over ten million rider-only trips, enabled by its experience autonomously driving over 100 million m

Bachelor's in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or at least 4 years of related working experience. Expressed knowledge and interest in financial services, public relations or integrated marketing communications. Experience of media relations efforts, including developing and d

Creative Content & Design Executive - Group42.Group42 | London | Full-time, On-site four days a week.Package: Starting from £28K + benefits, dependent on experience.Group42 is looking for a Creative Content & Design Executive to join our growing Creative and Digital Marketing team.This is a visual-

This is a highly demanding and fast-paced integrated PR account with a significant volume of moving parts.We’re looking for someone exceptionally organised and proactive who can bring structure, clarity and momentum to a very busy programme of work.Starting immediately and working through June and

What you will be responsible forAs a Public Relations Specialist, you will:PR Program Enablement: Support senior PR leaders in the development and execution of media relations and product PR programs for State Street and State Street Investment ManagementMedia Outreach & Research: Assist with proact

We are looking for a Senior Public Relations Manager to drive strategic communications and media engagement for our financial services business. You will play a key role in shaping brand perception, strengthening media relationships, and amplifying visibility across both traditional media and digita

Work directly with the Founder and General Manager to elevate their public profile. A proven track record of existing relationships with UK journalists in the. You will work as a partner to our Founder and General Manager, acting as the bridge between our innovative technology and the public eye.

A leading global technology firm is seeking a talented Public Relations Specialist for its in-house Press Office.

A track record of supporting the delivery of communications campaigns with proactivity and creativity, including media relations. A talent for fostering and managing strong client and media relationships.

Media relations, content creation and proactive storytelling on behalf of clients.

Excellent media relationships across lifestyle and national press.

Build a diversified earned media footprint that drives branded demand: tier‑1 publications, niche authority sites, cultural outlets. Experience placing media coverage in fashion, lifestyle, or business publications. You’ll get the editorial and PR fundamentals right first — press releases, jou

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Please only apply if you have existing senior public relations account executive experience. Relationships/contacts with journalists.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, delivering and evaluating the charity’s PR strategy; securing high-profile, impactful media coverage that helps raise the profile of its cause, increase understanding of the issues facing disabled people with complex needs, shapes public

Passionate about public relations and writing. Support development of media relationships across Southeast Asian markets. Contribute to building relationships with key media and influencers relevant to client portfolios.

Sellick Partnership is recruiting an experienced Employee Relations Consultant to join a public sector organization in Medway. The role involves providing HR advice on absence management policies and supporting managers on complex employee relations issues. Ideal candidates will be CIPD Level 5 qual

This is a highly demanding and fast-paced integrated PR account with a significant volume of moving parts.We’re looking for someone exceptionally organised and proactive who can bring structure, clarity and momentum to a very busy programme of work.Starting immediately and working through June and

Enterprise Public Relations Senior Specialist. Have a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, or a related field. Public relations strategy and execution.

Public Relations Development Program for Recent University Graduates. You'll develop your media relations and writing skills while learning the intricacies of financial services and professional services. Develop a strong knowledge of the media landscape by building media lists, pitching and establi

This role involves providing strategic support, drafting responses, and managing stakeholder relationships crucial for shaping both TfL's public affairs strategy and the political landscape. Transport for London is seeking a proactive Government Relations Adviser to enhance engagement with political

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Job Title – Segment Public Relations Senior Manager. Building and maintaining strong relationships with journalists, trade publications, and industry influences. Have a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.

Prosek Partners in Greater London is offering a Public Relations Development Program for recent university graduates. Participants will gain real work experience, develop media relations skills, and engage in professional training, with a goal to transition into Assistant Account Executives.

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Karla Otto is a globally recognized public relations and communications agency, founded in 1982, with offices across the UK, EMEA, US and Asia. Build and maintain strong relationships with key media, industry and cultural contacts to secure meaningful and high‑impact brand coverage. Strong relatio