Project Assistant - Operations

Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it. We are now recruiting the team that will deliver Crisis at Christmas 2026. This unique project mobilises a huge volunteering effort to provide warmth, companionship and vital services in temporary centres across London to people facing homelessness. Contract: Fixed term contract from 9 September 2026 to 26 February 2027 Location: Canning Town Warehouse, Unit 4 SEGRO Park, London E16 4ES - three days per week onsite. Additional days and locations across London will be required during the Christmas period when our sites are operational. About the role This role will support the planning and delivery of Crisis at Christmas, helping to ensure our services run safely, effectively and efficiently across London. Working alongside the Operations Officer, you will assist with a wide range of operational activities including supporting Christmas centres, coordinating transport and logistics, maintaining relationships with schools, hotels and other venue providers, and helping to manage warehouse operations. This is a varied and hands-on role that involves working with volunteers, external partners and colleagues across the Christmas team. You''ll support everything from maintaining operational records and schedules to assisting with centre setup and close down, vehicle coordination and stock ..... full job details .....