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Join us and help make a difference supporting adults with learning disabilities. For an informal conversation about vacancies at The Fifth Trust, please contact Nikki Marley, Chief Executive Officer at [email protected] or on 01227 832022. To apply, please send your CV with details of the role you are interested in.


Multi-skills instructor (maternity cover)

The Fifth Trust is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and energetic Multi-skills Instructor to join our team.

In Multi-skills, our students engage in a variety of activities at different ‘stations’. These activities are designed to stimulate the senses, promote calmness and focus, and enhance dexterity, communication, and wellbeing skills for our students with learning disabilities.

As an instructor, you will lead these sessions, guiding students through each activity and ensuring a supportive learning experience.

Read the full job description below. To apply, please send your CV to Nikki Marley (CEO) at: [email protected]

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Café and Cook Club roles

Our café & Cook Club services are expanding. Could you (or someone you know) join our team, either as an employee or a regular volunteer, to help us achieve even more? The café is one of our "social enterprises" and our students (adults with learning disabilities) play an active role in helping and working in both the café and Cook Club.

Read the applicant pack below for more information.

To apply, please send your CV and what type of role you would be interested in to [email protected],

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Trustee (with legal experience)

We are looking for a Trustee who shares our passion for providing a safe and fulfilling way of life for students with learning disabilities. Our Board meets four times a year. While previous Board experience is helpful, it’s not essential; we will provide support to ensure you are fully equipped to contribute. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with legal experience to engage in all aspects of the charity's governance, with a special emphasis on the legal implications of strategy and governance.

Read the applicant pack below for more information.

For an informal discussion about the role, please call CEO Nikki Marley on 01227 831851.

If you’re interested, please contact Suzanne O’Brien, Chairperson of the Board, at [email protected].

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