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As the Head of Access & Participation and Student Recruitment you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the outreach and admissions departments, ensuring smooth operations and fostering an effective, positive participation experience for those engaging with our services and a positive and supportive application process for those applying to study with us. This role involves direct line management of the Admissions coordinator and our extensive outreach team as well as collaborating with other departments to uphold academic and company standards. Reporting to Senior Management, you’ll play a crucial role in formulating reports, managing budgets, monitoring performance metrics, whilst also implementing and overseeing collaborative projects and initiatives to achieve our organisational and charitable objectives.

This is a senior role within the organisation and the successful candidate will be a member of the leadership team, demonstrating previous experience in a comparable management role within an academic and / or arts-based setting.

The Head of Access & Participation and Student Recruitment is responsible for managing and enhancing Fourth Monkey’s established accessibility and inclusion initiatives and recruitment goals. Providing quality assurance and strong leadership throughout the process from first engagement to student enrolment, whilst developing and enhancing collaborative partnerships with external stakeholders and partners along the way.

The Head of Access & Participation and Student Recruitment acts as the expert in their field providing a smooth operational and administrative management of the organisations day to day work within this area of specialism.

This role is about driving student success. 

This role plays a crucial part in our student journey, focusing on student attendance, attainment and assessment. Supporting the student body in the academic aspects of their day-to-day training the Academic Services Officer is both an important student-facing and administrative member of the Fourth Monkey team.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication, administrative and organisational skills, proficiency in data management and experience of operating a student virtual learning environment. Additionally we would expect a firm commitment to achieving Fourth Monkey’s vision and values, with a passion for a transformative and holistic student experience alongside a commitment to deliver and promote equality, diversity and inclusivity in the day to day work of the role.

An interest in performing arts is beneficial.

This role is about supporting student success. 

We are recruiting for a Senior Administrative Assistant to join our team to support the delivery of projects, products and services.

The Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA) is the professional home for archaeologists in the UK and overseas. We set high standards and benchmark good practice in archaeology to inspire trust in, and respect for, the profession of archaeology. As well as providing training and networks for over 4000 members, we develop and deliver regulated qualifications, accredit undergraduate degree programmes in archaeology and undertake a range of funded projects aimed at supporting the archaeology sector.

We are a fully remote organisation with home-based staff located across the UK. We work collaboratively online using MS Teams, with regular one-to-one, team and project meetings. 

We are looking for a focussed and self-motivated individual to provide administrative support across the professional skills and standards areas of our work. You will have excellent organisational and administrative skills, good attention to detail and be confident communicating with stakeholders in a customer facing role. You will be familiar with a range of IT systems, particularly Office365 and be confident using databases and spreadsheets.

Key tasks include

· providing efficient and effective support for meetings

· liaising with stakeholders including learners, training providers and employers

· data collection and reporting

· keeping accurate records in line with GDPR requirements

· updating documents and webpages

· liaising with finance colleagues to ensure timely invoicing and grant payment claims

Salary and benefits

· CIfA scale 7-9 (£25,573 - £27,471) plus 6% pension contribution

• 27 days annual leave, 3 additional company holiday days between Christmas and New Year plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time positions)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Group life scheme 

CIfA’s policy on equal opportunities
CIfA is committed to implementing a policy of equal opportunities in archaeology. In line with our equal opportunities policy, we want to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment or access to opportunities for training and development on any grounds not relevant to employment practice.

CIfA would like to actively encourage qualified individuals to apply for this position, regardless of background or personal disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments during our recruitment processes, including assistance with reading this page or associated documents, please contact us.

Closing date for applications is 5pm, Monday 5 May. Interviews are expected to take place Between 21 and 23 of May. Please indicate in your cover letter any dates of unavailability. 

The Line is looking for an experienced and motivated fundraising professional to join its team.

The Development Coordinator will support the Head of Development (incoming) to reach the organisation's fundraising targets to enable us to deliver our ambitious outdoor exhibition and engagement programmes. The role will include writing funding applications and reporting to funders on existing grants, supporting fundraising activity, undertaking prospect research and maintaining fundraising systems.

The Development Coordinator will deliver practical and essential support to the organisation and would suit someone with a passion for arts and community with imagination, strong writing skills and an ambition to build on existing fundraising experience. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

Please see the job description for full details and responsibilities of this role.

Application deadline and interviews

The closing date for applications is 10am, Tuesday 29th April. Interviews are expected to take place on Wednesday 7th May 2025.

Equal Opportunities

The Line is committed to equality and diversity within our workforce and in all opportunities. Our recruitment process is open to all, but we would particularly like to encourage applications from people from Black, Asian and ethnically diverse backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTQ+, those from lower socio-economic backgrounds and those who identify as disabled, as these groups are currently underrepresented in the cultural sector.

How to apply

• Apply through the application form which requires a cover letter and copy of your CV and contact details of two referees (these will only be contacted with your prior approval)
• Complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form (please note this will not be reviewed by the individuals reviewing applications) 

Patient Experience Manager - Horatio’s Garden, Stoke Mandeville

Salary: £36,000 FTE

Location: The National Spinal Injuries Centre, Stoke Mandeville Hospital, Aylesbury

Contract type/ hours: Full time, permanent. 37.5 hours a week, to include 5 hours on one weekend afternoon, every other week

Closing date: Wednesday 30 April, 2025

Start date: End May/beginning June 2025

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced manager for a prestigious new role in our garden at the National Spinal Injuries Centre at Stoke Mandeville. 

Horatio’s Garden is a nationwide charity creating and nurturing beautifully designed gardens in NHS’s spinal injury centres. The Patient Experience Manager will be the figure head/ambassador for the garden. 

You will be responsible for the smooth running of a thriving, vibrant garden ensuring the patient and their family are appropriately supported throughout their time in Stoke Mandeville. 

This role requires you to manage a large established team of volunteers and work closely with the Gardener who maintains the horticultural standard of the garden and delivers therapeutic horticulture sessions. 

You will be managed by the national Patient Experience Lead, as well as developing and maintaining relationships with clinical and non-clinical NHS staff, corporate sponsors, funders, the Fundraising team, and the Events Programme Manager. 

The fully accessible garden has been beautifully designed and maintained, and the role of the garden needs to reflect an appropriate environment for patients and their families at all stages of their recovery.  From the initial welcome, to ensuring the contact and relationship is consistent with activities to suit their needs.

You will be responsible for developing and delivering social activities, supported by the charity’s Events Programme Manager and in collaboration with the wider Stoke Mandeville team. These activities will mainly need to be held on a weekend afternoon which is a critical time in the garden when most patients are available and often have friends and family to visit. Currently the Arts programme includes crafts, quizzes, seasonal celebrations with lunches, in addition sessional creative experts also deliver glass fusing workshops, felting, printing, talks, painting, ceramic workshop, live music performances.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident, proactive individual who is efficient, well organised and has outstanding communication and relationship building skills. You will need to be adaptable and friendly and confident working with a wide range of people including people with spinal injuries and their families, NHS staff, volunteers and many different teams within the charity.

Key Responsibilities include:

· Develop relationships with patients and families to ensure the best experience for them in the garden at every stage of their rehabilitation

· Develop and maintain productive and collaborative relationships with NHS clinical teams and voluntary services

· Work with the newly appointed Impact Manager to monitor patient experience and the impact of the garden

· Manage the team of volunteers to ensure the smooth running of the garden with patient experience at its core

· Maintain a consistent social and arts activity programme appropriate for the current patient group, liaising with the Events Programme Manager and managing the volunteers accordingly

· Host corporate sponsor events and fundraising opportunities

· Work with fundraising managers and volunteers to develop opportunities to generate income in the garden through friends, corporate friends and third-party fundraising

· Ensure the garden is managed to allow the correct balance is in place to benefit both patients and external parties (major donors, trusts, corporate groups and other visitors)

· Represent the garden and charity at key events and speaking opportunities

· Work closely with the communications team to develop and ensure clear messaging in and outside the garden

· Ensure all budgeting and administrative tasks associated with the garden are monitored, completed and maintained

Knowledge, Skills and Experience 

Essential 

• Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to successfully develop new working relationships
• Experience of leading and managing teams 
• Experience of working with volunteers 
• Stakeholder engagement and networking
• Excellent communication skills
• Confident public speaker
• Delivering social events
• Experience in managing budgets and petty cash
• Good IT skills, specifically proficient with Microsoft Office 365: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint 

Desirable 

• Experience of working with the NHS or in a health care setting
• Interest and understanding in wellbeing benefits of gardens 
• Experience of therapeutic activities
• Digital photography 
• Supplier management and ordering 

Qualities 

• Professional and confident 
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Proactive, can-do attitude
• Empathetic and kind
• Calm under pressure 
• Ability to prioritise and adapt to changing needs of each working day 
• Self-motivated and capable of working with the minimum of direction but understanding the limits of your knowledge and able to seek advice when required 

As a Charity we are committed to creating and promoting a culture that protects and preserves the welfare of the vulnerable people in our care. Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and thorough process of obtaining and evaluating information from and about candidates including criminal record checks, to ensure that all persons appointed are suitable to work for our Charity. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all sectors of society. 

NOTE: DBS, medical and reference checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process.

The Magistrates’ Association’s aim is to help our members be the best magistrates they can be for the good of society. One of the key ways we do this is by helping them develop their skills and competences. This role gives the successful applicant an opportunity to help shape the training and development of magistrates, working alongside our experienced and knowledgeable members and volunteers. In any day, you might be involved in:

• Working with our expert training, learning and development committee to develop learning and development materials for our members
• Managing and developing MA learn, our online member learning portal, and developing it as a member benefit
• Producing learning materials, and developing our programme of learning webinars for our members 
• Supporting our branches in the development of their outreach programmes, to educate the public about magistrates and justice
• Working in partnership with the Judicial College and the MA’s representatives on training bodies to improve the quality of training for magistrates. 

Head of Development & Engagement 

£50,000 per annum

Full-time. Permanent 

Based: Hybrid/Victoria Place, Woking 

Are you an ambitious and creative development/fundraising professional? 

Are you passionate about the performing arts and their power to transform opportunities for individuals? 

Do you see the performing arts as a force for cultural and social progress? 

Would you relish the opportunity to develop and grow a new fundraising programme with a focus on scholarships? 

Founded in 1911, our Client has an outstanding reputation for performing arts training and a roster of illustrious alumnx from Noel Coward to Bonnie Langford, Pixie Lott and Layton Williams.  In September 2022 our Client relocated from its three historic sites to one brand new purpose-built campus in central Woking. Bringing its 650 students, 140 staff and Sessional Tutors and 15 courses together under one roof for the very first time was a hugely exciting step and the institution has gone from strength to strength since then. 

As a lynchpin in its strategic vision, our Client is seeking its first Head of Development & Engagement.  The purpose of the role is to deliver a step-change in provision of scholarships and bursaries in support of its aim to build on its rich heritage to become the most inclusive performing arts institution in the UK. 

To succeed in the role, you'll be an ambitious and creative Development professional with the drive and experience to develop and grow our Client's first ever fundraising programme. Through your vision and influencing skills, you'll bring colleagues with you and engage a wide range of potential supporters, from individuals, artists and influencers, as well as charitable trusts and companies.

Your strong grasp of individual philanthropy/major donor and trust and foundation fundraising and your determination to make a long-lasting difference through the impact of your work will be instrumental to your success in the post.  This will be an exciting and career-enhancing role with the opportunity to shape and deliver the case for support and develop inspiring propositions for fundraising as well as cultivation and stewardship plans for this vibrant and exciting institution. 

Along with your fundraising expertise, you'll have a proactive approach and excellent organisational and administrative skills. Naturally, you'll love the performing arts and be willing to get stuck in as part of a small, friendly team and be an all-round communicator - articulate, open, collaborative and a pleasure to work with. 

We look forward to hearing from you if this sounds like a challenge that would inspire you. 

To apply, please submit a CV in the first instance to Femke Vorstman at Prospect Us. If your experience is suitable you will receive the full job pack and a call or meeting will be arranged to brief you on the role, ensuring you have all of the information needed to formally apply.

The closing date for applications is: Monday 5 May 2025. First-round interviews will take place in w/c 12 May 2025. 

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. 

Our Client espouse a business culture where decisions and ideas from all people help them innovate, grow, and create the best environment for their students and staff and ensure they stay relevant in a rapidly changing world. 

Equality, diversity and inclusion matters at the organisation. They foster a working environment where they value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all their employees to thrive and achieve their full potential. They try to embed an inclusive mindset in everything they do. 

We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief. As part of its drive to improve representation within its staff team, our Client would particularly welcome interest from Global Majority and LGBTQI+ applicants. 

About the Roundhouse:
Roundhouse is an iconic music and arts venue in Camden. Since the 1960s we’ve opened up space for creativity to empower people and communities – day in, night out. We’re on a mission to raise the creative potential of the UK so we give young people and artists the space to experiment, develop skills and be part of incredible moments that go down in history.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Roundhouse’s fundraising team as a Corporate Partnerships Coordinator, supporting the day-to-day running of the Corporate Partnerships programme and playing a vital role in the delivery of exceptional experiences for our corporate partners.

Reporting to the Corporate Partnerships Manager, this role provides essential administrative, account management, and new business support. We’re looking for someone with excellent organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a proactive, collaborative approach to supporting a busy team and stewarding our corporate partners.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience across partnership delivery, events, communications, and fundraising, all while helping the Roundhouse grow its community of engaged and values-aligned corporate supporters.

Occasional evening and weekend work will be required according to business needs.

About you:

You’re highly organised, detail-oriented and an excellent communicator. You’re confident in managing multiple tasks at once and enjoy supporting others to deliver their best work. You understand the importance of clear communication, strong and well-maintained systems, and professional relationship management.

You’re a natural collaborator, able to work across teams and with external stakeholders, and you bring a can-do attitude to everything you do. You are comfortable learning to use systems to track data, manage finances, and support reporting, but above all, you’re eager to learn, grow, and contribute to the success of the Partnerships & Philanthropy team.

We welcome applications from people who feel they can bring their own skills, experiences and ideas to the table and empower those around them to do the same. We encourage those currently underrepresented across the cultural sector and all intersections of our diverse society to apply.

The successful candidate must have a current and acceptable DBS check, or be willing to undertake one due to the nature of the role. 

For more information please download the full job description from our website and if you would like to apply, and feel you have the skills and experience we are looking for, please click “Apply Now” to complete your application by midnight,  5th May 2025. 
 

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 35 hours per week (excluding breaks)

Salary: £30,521.92  per annum 

Application Deadline: Midnight, 5th May 2025. 

Interviews: 15/05/2025
 

Benefits:

• 25 days’ holiday per year plus bank holidays pro rata

• Pension scheme

• Cycle to Work and Tech Scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

• Health Cash Plan

• Group Life Assurance

• Staff discount at our bar and café

• Complimentary staff tickets

All personal data submitted to the Roundhouse in the form of personal details forms is used for recruitment purposes and equal opportunities reporting only. By submitting a personal details form, you consent to the Roundhouse retaining your personal data for these purposes. Personal details forms contain your name, address and details relating to your gender, religion and nationality. All forms are anonymised before use. In accordance with GDPR all information submitted by unsuccessful applicants will be deleted within six months. 

At Youth Action Alliance (YAA), our mission is to support the personal and social development (their values, beliefs, ideas and skills) of the young people living in Kensington and Chelsea, enabling them to increase their resilience and skills in the present and promote their ambitions for the future. We are ambitious to grow, to continue supporting more young people and influence positive change. To do this we are looking to appoint a Business Support Officer to provide a range of financial support duties and administer the organisation’s general ledger and finance system.

This post will provide high-quality support to the technology and operations of the organisation, to ensure the smooth running of the main site and enable YAA to meet and deliver on its core objectives and obligations. The post holder will provide administrative support to YAA, covering a wide range of tasks and activities including (but not limited to) procurement coordination, travel and logistics, department meetings and off-site activities, diary management, meeting coordination, and minute-taking for our board and meetings for staff, members and stakeholders.

General Requirements

● To support the delivery of Youth Action Alliance

● To ensure a friendly, professional and informative service to all visitors and stakeholders, ensuring that any enquiries are responded to sensitively and appropriately

● To maintain a diary and manage all incoming calls and all correspondence

● To develop good working relationships across all YAA teams and external partners

● To attend and support meetings including minuting (including evening, weekend and events as/when required)

● To collate and maintain all documentation relating to the business

● To act as a point of contact to all Board of trustees, staff, participants and stakeholders

● To deal with supplier queries in a timely and professional manner and follow up on any rejected or unprocessed payments

● To manage office maintenance including ordering equipment, stationery and products needed for the day-to-day running of YAA

● To be the appointed Fire Marshall of YAA and oversee all Fire Safety duties and training

● To be the appointed First Aid Officer on-site and to ensure all members of staff are First Aid trained

● To oversee the Health and Safety of YAA and ensure all aspects are attended to in line with the YAA Health and safety Policy and PPE in line with COVID-19 guidance.

● Maintaining risk assessment and action logs

● To ensure the main office is kept clean, tidy and presentable

● To maintain the Memberships master sheet and contracts

● To create and maintain the security of all sensitive data in accordance with YAA Data Protection Policy including filing system and database of shared drive and in-house hard copies

● To manage referrals in and out of YAA

● To closely work with and support the CEO to support in their work duties

● To add participants, staff and registers of all projects to inhouse software and run reports from the system as/when required

● To coordinate and deliver inductions to new starters, ensuring all staff are DBS checked and all training certificates are updated as required

● To liaise with the CEO to ensure all staff, facilitator and contractors' contracts/SLAs are up-to-date

● To process all organisational income and expenditure and maintain and update all financial documentation accurately

● To assist and support all staff with the smooth operation of all finance matters

● To provide accounts against budgets for the Board of Trustee meeting

● Data analysis, reporting and using the data that we collect to help YAA fulfil its aims and evidence impact

This job description cannot cover every task that may arise within the post at various times and the post-holder will be expected to carry out other duties from time to time that are broadly consistent with

Person Specification

Essential

● A college equivalent qualification

● Experience in developing and implementing administrative systems

● Able to work independently or as part of a team.

● Good Organisational and administrative skills and experience

● Database experience – experience in managing and administering databases, or a willingness to learn

● Excellent time-keeper and manages own time effectively to keep to deadlines

● Ability to work calmly and efficiently whilst managing complex workloads

● Attention to detail – being able to provide accurate and up-to-date information is critical.

● A positive, solution-focussed approach and a can-do attitude towards work

● Excellent IT skills – including MS Office and particularly Excel

● Excellent Literacy and Numeracy – You will have excellent communication skills, including writing skills. You will have good attention to detail and will be able to check and proofread for accuracy. You will be confident handling numbers.

● Have good interpersonal skills and some experience of engaging with a diverse group of people, including young people.

● Working in a small team with tight resources you will be flexible and enjoy helping out with getting things done.

● Be passionate about our vision to support children and young people, committed to supporting diversity and inclusion.

● Acts on own intiative and works effectively under own direction

● A willingness to learn and develop understanding of data protection, regulatory frameworks and charitable best practice and the related implications for an arts charity

Desirable

● Trained in accounting and finance software

● Proactive, detail-oriented, creative and passionate in designing and executing processes to enhance the organisation 

● Qualified or part-qualified in a recognised accounting qualification

● Experience working in a youth organisation

● Knowledge of the charity sector

● Experience of proactively contributing data to Views system with an understanding of GDPR and related policy. 

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 18 months

Pay: £25,459.20 per year

Expected hours: 28.8 per week

Schedule:

• 4 working days
• Evening and weekend availability (working flexibility desirable due to occasional organised events/meetings)

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
• Administrative experience: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Are you a highly experienced, driven and proactive finance & operations professional? Are you passionate about creativity and social impact? Would you like to join a multi-award-winning charity at a time of exceptional growth and impact? We would love to hear from you.

Create has just entered Year Five of its ambitious seven-year strategy to double its reach/impact by the charity’s 25th anniversary in 2028. As the charity progresses into this critical phase of development, we have been awarded a major (£320k) grant to support capacity building. This will enable the further implementation of Salesforce as the charity’s CRM, focusing on the project management and finance functions of operation, transforming efficiency and reducing administrative strain. This will be achieved by creating the position of Technical Project Lead to project manage and oversee implementation of Salesforce; increasing capacity in the finance team by appointing a Finance Manager; and implementing new cloud-based financial accounting software to work alongside Salesforce. This is an incredibly exciting time to join the charity and make your mark.

The Director of Finance & Operations will direct, administer and coordinate the financial, governance, HR, IT and operational activities of the charity in accordance with company policies and the Strategic Plan established by the Chief Executive (CE) and the Board of Trustees, and to assure the quality, effectiveness and efficiency of the planning, delivery and reporting of these activities.

Salary: £46,000-£51,000 per annum depending on experience.

How to apply

Download the application pack from our website which includes a full job description and person specification.

The deadline for applications is 9am on Wednesday 7 May 2025.

1st Interviews: Thursday 15 May at Create’s offices
2nd Interviews: Tuesday 20 May at Create’s offices

To apply, please send a completed application form with a short email providing a telephone number where you can be contacted in confidence.

Completed application forms should be returned to Create with the job title in the subject field).

Create is committed to a policy of equal opportunities embracing diversity in all areas of activity and welcomes applications from disabled people and people of all ethnicities.

No agencies / consultancies.

A dynamic and forward-thinking performing arts organisation in Central London is seeking a General Manager to support its growth and operational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate team at a pivotal time, playing a key role in driving the organisation’s mission and ensuring its smooth day-to-day running.

Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid working available | Salary: £40,000

As General Manager, you will:

• Lead on organisational finance processes, including budgeting, cashflow, payroll, and reporting.
• Oversee and streamline operational systems, HR, and governance frameworks.
• Line manage a small operational team and support the broader staff’s wellbeing and professional development.
• Ensure legal, insurance, and policy compliance across all activities.
• Support reporting to Boards and statutory bodies, coordinating calendars and documentation.
• Be a key player in planning, internal communication, and external stakeholder liaison.

The successful candidate will have:

• Demonstrable experience in administration and operational leadership.
• Strong finance and budget management skills.
• A background in HR or line management.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities with clarity and empathy.
• A genuine passion for the arts and inclusive, values-led leadership.

 Experience within the arts, charity or non-profit sector is advantageous, as is familiarity with platforms such as Ticketsolve and Sage 50 Payroll, but not essential.

 For more information please submit your CV to .

Please note, CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information.

 As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

General Manager – Arts Organisation (Temporary, with potential to become permanent)
Central London | £21.97/hour + holiday pay (FTE £40,000) | Full-time (40 hours/week) | Hybrid

Are you a highly organised, proactive, and empathetic leader who thrives in a creative environment?

I’m working with a brilliant, independent arts organisation based in the heart of the West End to recruit a General Manager on a temporary basis, with the potential to go permanent. This dynamic and varied role will see you working closely with the Chief Executive and the Senior Management Team to oversee day-to-day operations and ensure the smooth running of the organisation.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an inclusive, values-led organisation that supports the development of artists and theatre-makers through a vibrant programme of performances, events, and professional development.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading on financial management: budgeting, payroll, supplier contracts, reconciliation, and reporting (using Xero).

• Supporting HR processes, including onboarding, policies, and payroll.

• Managing operational systems, compliance, scheduling, and governance support.

• Coordinating board meetings, minute taking, and reporting requirements for regulatory bodies.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in a similar role (operations, finance, or administration) in the arts or charity sector.

• Excellent organisational skills and a methodical, solutions-focused approach.

• Strong understanding of charity/company governance, GDPR, and HR processes.

• Confident using financial systems like Xero and working with external bookkeepers/accountants.

• Empathy, integrity, and a collaborative mindset – someone who enjoys being the calm in a busy creative space.

This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week (evening/weekend work may be required, TOIL offered). Hybrid working is available, though some on-site presence is essential.

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

Unfortunately, due to resource capacity, we will only contact candidates that are shortlisted for interview. Therefore if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date please note your application has been unsuccessful.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Head of Development & Engagement 

circa £50,000 - £55,000 per annum

Full-time. Permanent 

Based: Hybrid/Victoria Place, Woking 

Please be in touch with Prospectus for further details. 

Are you an ambitious and creative development/fundraising professional? 

Are you passionate about the performing arts and their power to transform opportunities for individuals? 

Do you see the performing arts as a force for cultural and social progress? 

Would you relish the opportunity to develop and grow a new fundraising programme with a focus on scholarships? 

Founded in 1911, our Client has an outstanding reputation for performing arts training and a roster of illustrious alumnx from Noel Coward to Bonnie Langford, Pixie Lott and Layton Williams.  In September 2022 our Client relocated from its three historic sites to one brand new purpose-built campus in central Woking. Bringing its 650 students, 140 staff and Sessional Tutors and 15 courses together under one roof for the very first time was a hugely exciting step and the institution has gone from strength to strength since then. 

As a lynchpin in its strategic vision, our Client is seeking its first Head of Development & Engagement.  The purpose of the role is to deliver a step-change in provision of scholarships and bursaries in support of its aim to build on its rich heritage to become the most inclusive performing arts institution in the UK. 

To succeed in the role, you'll be an ambitious and creative Development professional with the drive and experience to develop and grow our Client's first ever fundraising programme. Through your vision and influencing skills, you'll bring colleagues with you and engage a wide range of potential supporters, from individuals, artists and influencers, as well as charitable trusts and companies.

Your strong grasp of individual philanthropy/major donor and trust and foundation fundraising and your determination to make a long-lasting difference through the impact of your work will be instrumental to your success in the post.  This will be an exciting and career-enhancing role with the opportunity to shape and deliver the case for support and develop inspiring propositions for fundraising as well as cultivation and stewardship plans for this vibrant and exciting institution. 

Along with your fundraising expertise, you'll have a proactive approach and excellent organisational and administrative skills. Naturally, you'll love the performing arts and be willing to get stuck in as part of a small, friendly team and be an all-round communicator - articulate, open, collaborative and a pleasure to work with. 

We look forward to hearing from you if this sounds like a challenge that would inspire you. 

To apply, please submit a CV in the first instance to Femke Vorstman at Prospect Us: . If your experience is suitable you will receive the full job pack and a call or meeting will be arranged to brief you on the role, ensuring you have all of the information needed to formally apply.

The closing date for applications is: Monday 5 May 2025. First-round interviews will take place in w/c 12 May 2025. 

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. 

Our Client espouse a business culture where decisions and ideas from all people help them innovate, grow, and create the best environment for their students and staff and ensure they stay relevant in a rapidly changing world. 

Equality, diversity and inclusion matters at Italia Conti. They foster a working environment where they value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all their employees to thrive and achieve their full potential. They try to embed an inclusive mindset in everything they do. 

We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief. As part of its drive to improve representation within its staff team, our Client would particularly welcome interest from Global Majority and LGBTQI+ applicants. 

Apollo Music Projects is a dynamic and successful music education charity, dedicated to bringing live classical music to children who might not otherwise experience it. Since 2004, more than 18,000 children have experienced the magic of live performance through our programmes from classroom to concert hall, culminating in the thrilling spectacle of a full orchestra in concert.

We are looking for a Finance Officer to join our team, to manage our day-to-day finance and bookkeeping activities, as well as to work closely with the team regarding budgeting, and annual submission of the Annual Reports and Accounts.The Finance Officer will also play an important role as part of this small but passionate team in the operations of the charity, from fundraising through to delivery of the programme in the schools.This position offers the successful candidate the opportunity to play a part in helping to shape the charity’s growth and expansion plans.

We are looking for an organised, enterprising and personable individual, passionate about the arts and about creating opportunities for children from a range of backgrounds to listen to and appreciate the magic of live music. This post requires someone who is able to take a high degree of responsibility, and is confident working independently, as this person will for the most part be working remotely. You will have excellent organisational skills, and a high level of precision in financial processes and bookkeeping.

The role will be mainly remote, with regular staff meetings and additional meetings with the CEO or other staff members in central London, and attendance at annual strategy days and some workshops and concerts, and may from time to time entail working outside of office hours.

Applicants should have several years' experience of similar roles, and knowledge of bookkeeping and charity finances,

Apollo Music Projects is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communitiesand all those who are significantly under-represented in our sector.

If you would like to apply for this role please include a covering letter addressed to David Chernaik, Chief Executive, explaining why you would like to work for AMP and your qualifications and suitability for the role. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. Applicants must be available to start in May. As a small organisation we are only able to reply to shortlisted candidates.

Key responsibilities include:

·Bookkeeping including recording income and expenses, and other financial transactions

·Processing of invoices and payments to musicians, staff, schools and other external suppliers

·Draft annual organisational budgets and forecasting with the CEO and Treasurer

·Carry out monthly reconciliations and the preparation of monthly financial update reports to the Treasurer

·Prepare quarterly reports for trustees’ board meetings including Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Statement of Cashflows

·Monitoring of restricted funding

·Developing and maintaining accounting systems; and working closely with the Treasurer to develop new systems where required

·Working closely with the Fundraising Officer regarding fundraising applications and budgets, both general and specific to individual applications;

·Preparation of annual accounts and support with end of year Independent Examination

·Maintaining and improving financial and fundraising spreadsheets;

·      Running end-to-end monthly payroll.

Candidate Profile

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

·relevant experience in a finance administration role, ideally including book-keeping, payroll, and monthly/annual reporting for a small business or charity’;

·strong numerical skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail;

·excellent communication skills;

·excellent organisational and project management skills;

·experience of budget management, analysis and reporting;

·highly computer literate, with experience of using Microsoft Office packages including Word and Excel; 

·right to work in the UK

·a passion for the arts 

Desirable

·experience working in an independent role within a small business/charity environment 

·experience working in the arts and/or charitable sectors;

·part-qualified/qualified with a recognised accountancy body (e.g. CIMA, CIPFA, ACCA, AAT etc.)

·familiarity with Quickbooks Online

Personal characteristics

·flexible, highly organised, proactive, able to multi-task and prioritise; a team-player with a helpful, approachable and positive outlook, ready to roll up their sleeves;

·exceptional interpersonal skills;

·vision and entrepreneurial flair;

·a self-starter, able to think clearly and creatively and to find practical solutions;

·a willingness to learn.

To Apply

If you would like to apply for this role please supply a CV and covering letter addressed to David Chernaik, Chief Executive, explaining why you would like to work for AMP and your qualifications and suitability for the role. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. Please indicate when you would be available to start.