At ACH, our vision is to empower refugees and migrants who reside in the UK to lead self-sufficient and ambitious lives.
We provide tailored integration services across the West Midlands and South West that not only help individuals but also disrupt the systems that have entrenched inequalities in our society. In 2022 alone, we helped 1000+ people to achieve their personal goals and lead fulfilling lives in their new country.
By working with us at ACH, you will be supporting refugees and migrants to build a better, brighter future.
Join the team
Help us build a better future for refugees and migrants in the UK!
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Benefits
Flexible working
We offer a blend of in-office and remote work, with core hours of 10:00 - 16:00 (dependent on role).
Employee recognition
Our employee recognition programme could see you win £50 for being the star of the month.
Training and development
You will have £1,000 annually to spend on job-related training courses of your choice, including individual or group training.
The usual stuff
A competitive salary, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and a sick pay policy.
Social gatherings and staff retreats
We get together once a year for a day of team building, food, and fun! We also enjoy bringing people together for end-of-year celebrations to appreciate everyone’s hard work throughout the year.
Employee assistance programme
You will enjoy free, 24/7 access to Jive Health, our employee assistance provider, offering confidential support for a wide range of issues, from challenging conversations to personal matters.
Plenty of food
Each office has a kitchen stocked with biscuits, tea, and coffee, and we regularly enjoy staff lunches together. We believe that sharing meals is a great way to connect with colleagues and explore multi-cultural cuisines.
Family Friendly Policy
We are committed to supporting our employees through various life stages. Our family-friendly policies include enhanced maternity and paternity pay to help you balance your professional and personal life.
Cycle to Work scheme
You will enjoy our Cycle to Work scheme, which includes the option to ride now and pay later. This allows you to start cycling to work right away and spread the cost over time.
Working with Diverse Teams
You will be joining an organisation that celebrates diversity, with colleagues from over 40 countries, each bringing unique experiences and backgrounds
Flexible Benefits
You will have the option to can choose between an enhanced pension with a 5% company contribution or a health cash plan, giving you the flexibility to select the benefit that best suits your needs.
Our culture
Our combined lived and learned experiences enable us to provide a unique stance on refugee and migrant integration and a place where people can learn from one another. We value the collective strength of different cultures and are proud to have people from countries around the world working with us. With ACH, you will be free to innovate and be creative whilst working in a friendly, supportive and flexible environment.
“I am proud to be part of an organisation which is willing to think creatively about how to best support refugees and vulnerable migrants. The sheer diversity of people I get to work with is amazing and joining ACH will see you enter the most welcoming workplace you could ask for, with the freedom and space to explore your ideas! I have made lifelong friends here who I would never have met anywhere else.”
Tom, Research and Project Lead, ACH employee for 9+ years.
Our values
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Empowering
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Integrity
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Respect
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Excellence
Inclusion and diversity
Lived experience and diversity are at the heart of everything we do. We welcome applicants from a refugee or migrant background and celebrate the collective strength of different perspectives.
Our flexible working enables more people to join us on our journey to achieve our vision and helps you to fit your work around you and your personal circumstances.
Each office also has its own prayer room and you will always be given the time you need to practice your religion.
Volunteering
We’re always on the lookout for volunteers who share our vision!
Our CEO, Fuad, started out on a voluntary basis, placing it firmly at the heart of the organisation. We see it as a great way for you to build the confidence and key skills that can lead to future success and aim to ensure the experience contributes to your personal and career development.
Email jobs@ach.org.uk with your CV to express your interest in volunteering.
Contact us
For an informal conversation or to find out more about ACH or any of our roles advertised, please don’t hesitate to contact our People and Culture Manager by emailing - jobs@ach.org.uk.
You can also view our recruitment pack below for more information.
Benefits
Cycle to Work Scheme
You will enjoy our Cycle to Work scheme, which includes the option to ride now and pay later. This allows you to start cycling to work right away and spread the cost over time.