Jobs and volunteering

Ella’s works with survivors of trafficking and sexual exploitation. The need is urgent and vast, and we do all we can to meet that need. 

We are a passionate, growing organisation. Last time we asked, 100 per cent of our staff said they’d recommend Ella’s as a place to work. As a team, we are strong, women-led, authentic, professional and supportive of one another. Join us, take the next step in your career and be a crucial part of ensuring survivors have all they need to recover and build lives that are safe and free. 

Children and Families Worker

We are looking for an experienced Children and Families Worker to support survivors of trafficking and other forms of violence who are parents, and their children. For parents, you will play a crucial part in helping them develop their capacity and parenting skills, both practically and emotionally; enabling them and their children to live safe and happy lives. You will build strong, trusting and compassionate relationships, empowering survivors to find their voice and learn and develop skills to support their families. 

Job Location: Aldgate, London (with travel across Greater London)

Salary: £29,364 - £32,330

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00–17:00 (37.5 hours per week)

Deadline: 9:00am on Monday 7 April

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be undertaken. Due to the nature of the work, this post is for women only.

treasurer Trustee

Ella’s’ Board of Trustees is looking for an individual to act as our lead Treasurer Trustee to help ensure our work is as excellent as it can be, and to help Ella’s grow.

We would particularly love to hear from people who have benefited from a service like Ella’s, so we can learn from your lived experience.

We will provide any required access and support to ensure equality of opportunity to anyone wishing to be a trustee. In line with our values and equal opportunities policy, we therefore welcome applications from all individuals interested in this position regardless of background, race, religion or anything else.

Deadline: 9:00am on Monday 14 April 2025

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be undertaken. This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement section under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Volunteering

We’re grateful to have some amazing volunteers who make a huge contribution to our work with survivors, both on the frontline and behind the scenes. We also accept university students on placement during courses such as psychology and social work.

If you’d like to use your skills and time to be part of what we do at Ella’s but don’t see an appropriate role listed below, you can also email info@ellas.org.uk  

ROLE: COMMUNITY SESSION LEADER

We run a range of one-off and regular workshops and activities for the women we work with, to help them build knowledge, skills and confidence, keep active or just have fun. These happen online as well as in person (covid allowing), and range from yoga and cookery through to CV writing and job interview practice. If you have a particular skill to share and would like to explore the possibility of facilitating a session, please get in touch. Please be aware, all Ella’s volunteers will be asked to go through a DBS check.

Location: London or online