At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the smooth running of Battle Scars services and assist staff and volunteers.
- Company: Battle Scars, a compassionate organisation focused on mental health support.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid working, valuable experience, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and to work in a dynamic, supportive setting.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining essential skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with self-harm, strong admin skills, and excellent communication.
Location: Leeds / Hybrid
Salary: £10,786 per annum
Hours: 16 hours per week
Contract: Fixed-term, 12 months (with possible extension to a total of 3 years)
We are recruiting a Services Support worker to help ensure the smooth running of Battle Scars services and operations. Reporting to the CEO, this role sits at the heart of our day‑to‑day delivery, supporting staff, volunteers and service users. The successful candidate will contribute directly to the quality, accessibility and reliability of our services.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide admin and reception support
- Handle enquiries and provide supporting, compassionate assistance
- Compile statistics and reports
- Support training and room bookings, including issuing invoices and receipts
- Assist with day‑to‑day building operations and events
- Create promotional materials
- Help organise ambassadorial activities
- Provide cover as a group facilitator
Essential Requirements
- Lived or living experience of self-harm
- Strong admin skills, including data entry and use of office systems
- Excellent written communication
- Excellent Excel skills required, confident with Outlook, Word and Canva
- Organised, reliable, and able to manage your own workload
- Person‑centred, compassionate, and able to work well with diverse people
- Attention to detail and ability to work accurately
- Available to work on Wednesdays
- DBS required (Battle Scars cover cost)
Deadline for applications: Tuesday 25 August 2026 (at 5pm)
Services Support Battle Scars in Leeds employer: Community Matters
As an Apprenticeship Assessor at our Wood Green location, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to fostering the growth and success of our learners in project management and business administration. We pride ourselves on a supportive work culture that values continuous professional development, offering opportunities for career advancement and skill enhancement. With a flexible working arrangement of four days in the office and one day from home, we ensure a balanced work-life environment while making a meaningful impact in the community.
