Careers at
Irish Community Services

Join Irish Community Services and become part of a friendly, passionate, and supportive team that is dedicated to making a real difference.

As a charity providing free, culturally sensitive support and opportunities to the Irish and wider communities across Greenwich, Bexley, and Lewisham, we value collaboration, compassion, and professional excellence.

We are proud to foster a welcoming workplace where every team member is supported to grow through ongoing training, development opportunities, and the shared knowledge and experience of our dedicated colleagues.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where your skills will have a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Current Vacancies:

Trainee Advice Officer - Part Time (28hrs pw)

Advice & Health Officer - Full Time (35hrs pw)

Finance Manager - Part Time (14hrs pw)

Deadline - 5pm: Friday 24th July 2026

Post status: Part-Time (28 hours per week) / In Office - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday (9am-4:30pm).

Salary: London Living Wage - £14.80p/h

Contract Term: 12 months initial contact: Continuation subject to funding

Holidays: 23 days plus bank holidays

How to Apply: Complete the application form and email to office@irishcommunityservices.org.uk with 'Trainee Advice Officer' + 'your name' in the subject line.

We are looking for a dynamic, motivated, and enthusiastic person to join the Irish Community Services team as a Trainee Advice Officer. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to achieve an Advice & Guidance qualification, as well as support a project that works with the local Irish community and others, including Travellers and people from other ethnic groups.

Our advice service provides current information, advice and practical help with completing forms covering a wide range of issues including welfare, disability and unemployment benefits; housing, homelessness and debt; social services assessments and back to work support.

Main Responsibilities

To attend workshops & training related to providing Advice & Support.
To provide information, advice and advocacy in relation to welfare, disability and unemployment benefits; housing and homelessness; debt; getting back to work, help with writing a CV and job search consumer problems and returning to Ireland.
To assist clients with the completion of forms.
To manage a case load effectively, maintaining accurate client case records in accordance with the AQS (Advice Quality Standard) and ICS file management procedures.
To work in partnership with other agencies to enable access to statutory and local voluntary services.
To attend weekly outreach hubs across Greenwich, Bexley & Lewisham.
To represent ICS at Advice forums and other relevant external meetings.
To undertake additional duties as and when required by your line manager.

Please read the full job description before applying.

Trainee Advice Officer - Job Description 2026.pdf

ICS - Application Form 2026.pdf

Deadline - 5pm: Friday 24th July 2026

Post status: Full time (35 hours per week), in office. Monday – Friday / Last Sat. Month; 9am – 4:30pm (30min break)

Please note: This role includes working the last Saturday of every month (with Friday before off in Lieu).

Salary: £27,000 per annum.

Contract Term: 12 months initial contact: Continuation subject to funding

Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays

How to Apply: Complete the application form and email to office@irishcommunityservices.org.uk with 'Advice & Health Officer' + 'your name' in the subject line.

We are looking for a dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic person to provide a hands-on approach to the delivery and development of this front line service. The Health & Advice Officer will create and deliver a project that works with the local Irish community and others, including Travellers and people from other ethnic groups.

The service provides current information, advice and practical help with completing forms covering a wide range of issues including welfare, disability and unemployment benefits; housing, homelessness and debt; social services assessments and back to work support.

Main Responsibilities

To maintain and develop the Advice & Health project services across Greenwich, Bexley and Lewisham
To provide information, advice and advocacy in relation to welfare, disability and unemployment benefits; housing and homelessness; debt; getting back to work, help with writing a CV and job search consumer problems and returning to Ireland.
To assist clients with the completion of forms.
To manage a case load effectively, maintaining accurate client case records in accordance with the AQS (Advice Quality Standard) and ICS file management procedures.
To work in partnership with other agencies to enable access to statutory and local voluntary services.
To monitor outcomes.
To provide monthly and six monthly reports.
To attend weekly outreach hubs across Greenwich, Bexley & Lewisham.
To represent ICS at Advice forums and other relevant external meetings.
To undertake additional duties as and when required by your line manager.
To be able to run an advice pop up on the last Saturday of the month in line with our Aggie’s Café Project.

Please read the full job description before applying.

Advice & Health Officer - Job Description 2026.pdf

Advice & Health Officer - Specification 2026.pdf

ICS - Application Form 2026.pdf

Deadline - Rolling Recruitment

5pm - Friday 24th July 2026

Post status: Part-Time, 14hrs over 2x days a week. (1day in office, 1-day WFH).

Salary: £17 p/h.

Contract Term: 12 months initial contact

How to Apply: Email your CV & brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you’re a good fit for the role, to office@irishcommunityservices.org.uk - With 'Finance Manager CV Submission' in the subject line

We are looking for a proactive and organised Finance Manager to join our team on a part-time basis. This role requires someone who has experience and knowledge of charity financial management, financial controls, and has great attention to detail when it comes to book-keeping and record keeping. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, values community, and is passionate about making a positive difference.

Key Responsibilities:
Some of the day-to-day duties and responsibilities include:

Lead the day-to-day financial management of the charity, ensuring accurate book-keeping records, robust financial processes, and compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.
Oversee the charity's accounting system, maintaining and optimising the use of QuickBooks to ensure accurate financial reporting, efficient transaction processing, and strong financial controls.
Ensure compliance with charity accounting standards, including the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP), Charity Commission guidance, and relevant financial regulations.
Develop, implement, and monitor effective financial controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard charitable assets, mitigate risk, and maintain strong governance standards.
Managed project petty cash reconciliation, membership processing, donations, Gift Aid claims, staff expense reimbursements, and other day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate record-keeping and compliance with organisational procedures.
Lead the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts, working closely with the Executive Director to support financial planning, resource allocation, and organisational sustainability.
Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports, cash flow forecasts, budgets, and variance analysis to support effective decision-making by the leadership team and Board of Trustees.
Manage the year-end financial reporting process, including the preparation of statutory accounts and coordination with external auditors, independent examiners, and other professional advisers.

Please Note: We are accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Applications will be reviewed and interviews scheduled as appropriate. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

Please read the full job description before applying.

Finance Manager - Role Description 2026.pdf

Careers at Irish Community Services

Current Vacancies:

Trainee Advice Officer - Part Time (28hrs pw)

Advice & Health Officer - Full Time (35hrs pw)

Finance Manager - Part Time (14hrs pw)

Careers at
Irish Community Services