Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £26,600 per year reviewed after 6-months’ probation period)
Hours: 37.5 per week, to include some unsocial hours (occasionally)
Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays
Application deadline: 20/03/2026
Join Carers Network to be part of our Casework team and work providing unpaid carers
with support, by providing a confidential listening ear and one-to-one information and
advice. This will include carrying out carers assessments and creating individual support
plans, tailored to each carer’s needs. They will also develop excellent working relationships
with partner organisations, to raise awareness of carers’ rights and needs. You need to be
empathetic but also be very organized, great at administration and have excellent IT skills.
We are keen to attract former carers to join our team.
Our team is currently working on a hybrid basis, offering the opportunity to work from
home and our offices near Queen’s Park tube station.
The ability to speak a community language would be advantageous.
To apply:
To access the complete job description and person specification for this post go to our
website on Work for us – Carers Network (carers-network.org.uk). Send us your cover
letter and your CV to recruitment@carers-network.org.uk. Please note applications with
cover letters are more likely to be short-listed. Use the list provided in the Person
Specification to describe in your cover letter how you meet each of the
specifications.
We have ambitious plans in 2026 to reach even more children who would benefit from support.
You can help us identify children who would need the life changing experience of having a mentor. If you’re a school leader or work with children in education, we’d love to hear from you.
Please get in touch with our Schools Partnership Lead Priya to make a referral and explore how we can partner with your school this year.
More information here https://www.thekidsnetwork.org.uk/i-work-with-children
Become a volunteer mentor with The Kids Network
Just one hour a week – a walk, a board game, a chat over hot chocolate – can help a child feel seen, supported and full of possibility. You’ll never find a resolution quite so easy to keep: mentoring is deeply rewarding, and genuinely life-changing for the young person you’re matched with.
If you’re ready to start the year with purpose, connection and joy, we’ll give you all the training and support you need. Apply now and you’ll be able to join our training session in January!
Sign up to be a mentor and make 2026 the year you changed a child’s story for the better. https://www.thekidsnetwork.org.uk/i-want-to-mentor
Our first training of 2026 will be on 17th Jan!
An Amber Heat-Health Alert has been called for London, from 9am Tuesday 12th August until at least 6pm on Wednesday 13th August 2025.
To help yourself and your community, you can:
Check in on older people & those with a health or mental health condition
Use and promote our Cool Spaces map, for those who seek respite while out and about
Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated
Avoid being out in the sun from 11am – 3pm
Resources for your community
The following are various resource pages, guides and toolkits that you can use during this Amber Heat-Health Alert:
- Greater London Authority coping with hot weather guidance
- UK Health Security Agency’s Hot Weather Toolkit (attached)
- The Met Office’s #WeatherReady campaign
- Voluntary and community sector action card
- Beat the Heat hot weather advice
- Infographic and social media images (attached – and more here)
- Sign-posting and resources from the VCS Emergencies Partnership
- Resources from British Red Cross
- Advice and resources from Shade the UK
Download the hot weather toolkit
Your help is needed to make the W12 Together Festival happen again—for the fifth year.
There is 37 days left to reach the target of £36,879.
Click the link below to make your pledge now!
Hammersmith and Fulham foodbank need you help.
They have 8 days left to reach their target of £18,872, so far they are at 75%.
Click the link to make your pledge now!
Help Hammersmith & Fulham Foodbank Move
Resident doctors have announced strikes from 7am on Friday 25 July until 7am to Wednesday 30 July. During this period services are expected to be very busy. Please help us to help you by visiting 111 online, or calling NHS 111 for advice on the best service for your needs.
Hospital services will be affected:
- if it’s not an emergency, stay away from your local hospital: NHS 111 can direct you to the right place for care
- in an emergency, always call 999
- if you have an appointment, you will be contacted if it needs to be rescheduled
if you don’t hear anything, attend your appointment as planned - if you need health help please think about the best place to go for the help you need:
If you do not require emergency care, you can get help by using these NHS services:
- NHS 111: Fully trained health professionals are available, 24/7, to help if you need medical help or advice,
or you are unsure about whether you should go to hospital. You can contact NHS 111 online, or by calling 111. - Your GP: The majority of practices in north west London will remain open during the strike, though many will be under increased pressure.
Do continue to attend your GP and dental appointments unless you have been contacted and told otherwise.
Don’t forget you can use the online consultation form on the practice website. Evening and weekend appointments are also available,
call your practice out of hours (the answerphone will let you know what to do), or visit the practice website for details. - Pharmacy: Pharmacists are trained health professionals who can help with your medication questions and minor health concerns.
Many offer private consultations without an appointment, and can advise where to get further help if you need it.
If you are experiencing a life-threatening medical emergency, you should still attend A&E or call 999.
Friday 20th June 11-1pm @ The Nourish Hub
Contact Lucy for details- 07561600399
Click here for a downable flyer
Project Title: Eid Al-Adha Celebration
Organizer: Eastern Sudan Community Association (ESCA), London Branch
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025, Time: 16:45 – 21:45
Venue: White City Community Centre, Central London
Total Attendance: 202 individuals (47 women, 48 men, 34 youths, 73 children)
1. Objectives
The primary goals of the Eid Al-Adha celebration were to:
1. Celebrate Eid Al-Adha with the local Sudanese community.
2. Promote and preserve Eastern Sudanese cultural heritage.
3. Support local Sudanese-owned businesses through a community bazaar.
4. Foster unity, cultural pride, and engagement among community members.
5. Provide families and children with a joyful and educational cultural experience.
2. Activities Overview
• Cultural Performances: Traditional shows by 3 Sudanese artists and a Sudanese
music group delivered live performances.
• Children’s Entertainment: Art activities and two trampoline bounce areas
provided safe and engaging fun for children.
• Recognition Ceremony: 5 community volunteers and 2 distinguished women
were honoured for their service and contributions.
• Football Recruitment: Coach Ammar Al-Qadi gave a welcome address, inviting
families to enrol their children in the ESCA football team.
• Bazaar and Refreshments: Local Sudanese vendors participated in a small
bazaar offering food and cultural items.
3. Target Audience
• Sudanese families and individuals residing in the Hammersmith and Fulham area.
• Broader community members with an interest in cultural exchange and Sudanese
traditions.
4. Expected Benefits
• Fosters cultural pride and intergenerational knowledge exchange.
• Supports Sudanese entrepreneurs and artisans.
• Enhances ESCA’s visibility and credibility within the community.
• Builds stronger community bonds through shared celebration and participation.
5. Conclusion
The Eid Al-Adha Celebration organized by ESCA was a successful one-day cultural
event that brought together over 200 participants for a memorable and meaningful
experience. By blending entertainment, tradition, and community recognition, the event
effectively promoted Sudanese heritage, supported local businesses, and reinforced
community solidarity. Continued support and collaboration will enable ESCA to deliver
even greater impact in future community events
On Wednesday 18th June 2025 between 10am – 1pm, a group of professionals from the public, voluntary and community sectors will be hosting a community conversation with residents who care for and support families with children aged under 5 years old living in Hammersmith and Fulham, to explore how to work together with residents to identify what is missing, what types of services is available and how best to help families get what they need .
The story so far………
One of the GP practices noticed that many people came to them with needs that the surgery was not able to help with. In addition, noted were families not able to take up offers of support when offered. Initially, this led to a small group of professionals coming together from which they decided and agreed that this requires a bigger conversation with families.
From initial conversations, the group provided the following feedback from conversations with parents and or carers that covered:
- Strengths in the system
- Issues around structural challenges
- Emotional and relational challenges
- Access barriers
- And more…
It is a pleasure being part of this vital work in the community as residents have shared their concerns around the issues mentioned above. They also shared that they appreciate the opportunity to have their voices recognized and the importance of it being heard in a meaningful and constructive way.
This is the beginning of a series of planned community conversations.
Please share this opportunity to be part of a community conversation with residents and people you support in this borough.
To register for the event
For residents of Hammersmith and Fulham:
please contact Sharon Tomlin at Sobus
Email: sharon.tomlin@sobus.org. uk.
M: 07860 785 950 (call, text or whatsapp)
For professionals:
Please register on Eventbrite. See the link below.
Join Fulham Good Neighbours for a welcoming event where older people and those with disabilities can enjoy tea, coffee, and delicious treats while getting free digital support!
📍 Where? Clem Attlee Community Hall
🏠 21 Len Freeman Pl, Clem Attlee Court, SW6 7TN
📅 When? Tuesday 17th June 2025
⏰ Time? 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
💡 Our friendly volunteers can assist with:
✔ Phone, tablet, laptop, digital enquiries
✔ Sending emails & texts
✔ Online shopping & accessing services
✔ Booking GP & NHS appointments
No need to book — just drop in! Whether someone needs help with the basics or just has a quick question, we’d love to see them.
Getting there:
The community hall is in front of Douglas Johnson House (Block 11), beside Herbert Morrison House (Block 6). If you have any questions or would like to get involved, feel free to get in touch.
Download a flyer here
sobus
20 Dawes Road, London, SW6 7EN
Telephone 020 7952 1230
Email info@sobus.org.uk
Registered Charity No.1071089
and Company Limited by Guarantee. Registered in England No.03471416
Sobus is a new Community Development Agency for Hammersmith & Fulham. It has been created through the merger of the Community and Voluntary Sector Association Hammersmith & Fulham (CaVSA) and the Fulham Community Partnership Trust (FCPT). Building on the strengths of both organisations, sobus aims to provide a wider range of support services for local charities, community groups, social enterprises and start up businesses.