Work With Us
We are committed to the Brighton & Hove/Lewes Living Wage Campaign,
Our CEO and trustees recognise that the National (Living) Wage does not take into account the cost of living. We believe that our valued staff – and all people – should not have have to work multiple jobs to make ends meet as it forces them to spend less time with their families, lowers their quality of life, makes them less productive at work and damages their physical and mental health.
We realise we need to embody the changes we want to see in the world. Taking a stand will put pressure on other charities, businesses and government to do the same.
We are a Disability Confident employer. We believe that people with disabilities and long term health conditions should have equal opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.
We have committed to following The Halo Code, which upholds the rights of our employees to come to work with their natural hair, as associated with their ethnic, racial and cultural identities. This is specifically designed to prevent discrimination against Black and Afro hair in the workplace.
We have signed the pledge to always #ShowTheSalary for the roles we advertise. We are displaying the Show The Salary logo to demonstrate our ongoing commitment.
Current Vacancies
No agencies please
Finance Trustee (Honorary Treasurer)
Being a trustee is a voluntary role, but the charity will pay for out-of-pocket expenses for travel to trustee meetings and childcare costs so you can attend meetings.
Location:
Meetings will be a mixture of in person and online. In person meetings usually take place in Newhaven.
Hours:
Minimum commitment 2 hour trustee meeting held on a weekday morning every three months and minimal online meetings/email in-between.
Detail:
The treasurer will play a critical oversight role, even though there is a separate accountant managing financial records and transactions. Responsibilities include ensuring that Lotus's financial resources are used effectively, aligning with its mission, and remaining compliant with legal and regulatory requirements.
Specifically, the treasurer will (i) Provide financial oversight: While the accountant manages day-to-day financial tasks, the treasurer will review financial reports, budgets, and statements to ensure accuracy and transparency. (ii) Support strategic decision-making: The treasurer will advise the board on financial implications of strategic decisions, helping to align Lotus's activities with its long-term financial sustainability. (iii) Ensure legal and ethical compliance: They will verify that financial practices comply with relevant charity laws and regulations, such as reporting obligations to bodies like the Charity Commission. (iv) Interpret reports for trustees: The treasurer will interpret financial data provided by the accountant and will present it in 'plain English' to trustees, enabling informed decision-making. (v) Monitor financial risks: the treasurer will work with the CEO and the accountant to identify and address potential financial risks, ensuring that robust policies and controls are in place to safeguard the Lotus's assets. (vi) Act as a liaison: The treasurer may be required to act as a bridge between the board and the accountant, ensuring smooth communication and that the financial operations align with the board’s goals.
Send applications to [email protected] for the attention of the CEO
Previous Vacancies
2024
August 2024: Data Administrator 7.5 hpw Scale 6 SCP 18 £29,269 FTE
July 2024: Trainee IDVA 12 hpw Scale 5: NJC 12 £26,421 FTE
April 2024: Trainee IDVA 22.5 hpw Scale 5: NJC 12 £26,421 FTE
February 2024: Community Engagement Officer 15 hpw Scale 5: NJC 12 £26,421 FTE
2023
IDVA: 22.5 hours per week. NJC 18-22 £27,344 - £29,439 FTE.
Senior IDVA: 37 hours per week. NJC 23-25 £30,151 - £32,020.
Community Engagement Officer/IDVA: 30 hours per week. NJC 18-22 £27,344 - £29,439 FTE.
2022
Service Manager: 37 hours per week NJC PO4/M4 sp 35-38 currently £39,571-£42,614 (pay award pending)
Whole Family IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advisor): 20 hours per week NJC Scale 6, point 18-22 £25,419-27,514 per annum FTE (Pay award pending)
Volunteer and Family Coordinator: 22.5 hours per week NJC Scale 6 £25,419-27,514 per annum FTE (Pay award pending)
Services Administrator: 25-30 hours per week NJC Scale 3/4 £19,312-£21,748 FTE (Pay award pending)
Peer Support Coordinator: 22.5 hours per week NJC Scale 5 £22,183-£24,491 FTE (Pay award pending)
Referrals Administrator: NJC scale 3/4 £19,312-£21,748 FTE (Pay award pending)
2021
Equalities, Diversity & Inclusion Coordinator: 18.5 hours per week NJC scale 4 £20,092-£21,748 FTE (Pay award pending)
Programmes Assistant: 18.5 hpw NJC scale 4 £20,092-£21,748 FTE (Pay award pending)
IDVA: 37 hpw or job share NJC Scale 6 £24,982-£27,041 FTE (Pay award pending)
Student placements:
We offer unpaid placements for undergraduate or postgraduate research, or for social work students.
To enquire, please send us an email at [email protected] telling us about your course, your skills and how these are relevant to the work that we do at Lotus.
Some quotes from a MA Community Psychology and MA Social Work students:
