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Job Title: Financial Accounts Assistant
Salary: £27,000 per annum
Hours: 37 per week
Location: Northampton office
Contract: Permanent
Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking grow in your accounting career? We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to support an established Finance team. If you have an eye for detail, and the ability to multitask in a varying environment, this could be the perfect role for you!
About Us:
Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.
What We Offer:
- 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays.
- Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies.
- 24/7 GP access via phone and video.
- Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines.
- Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave).
- Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping.
- Enhanced pension scheme.
- Opportunities for training and personal development.
- Hybrid working.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the day-to-day accounting analysis and activities
- Assist the Treasury team with the preparation and distribution of grant payments.
- Provide assistance to the Accounts Payable as needed.
- Process purchase orders on behalf of the Finance team.
- Undertake the monthly income import process into the finance system.
- Set up and manage all fixed assets within the finance system.
- Assist in month end processes, including prepayment schedules and financial data analysis.
- Investigate and resolve queries arising from month end account reviews.
- Conduct monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
- Raise manual income invoices as required and ensure appropriate coding and reconciliation.
- Perform credit control duties to ensure prompt invoice payments.
- Follow up on queries related to quarter-end cash book reviews.
About You:
- A flexible and proactive approach to problem solving and multitasking.
- Qualified/Part Qualified AAT or similar or qualified by experience
- Proficient in using Excel including V lookup, pivots, etc.
- Experience in high-quality data entry and financial processing.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage with stakeholders and non-finance personnel
- Ability to effectively prioritise varied workload in a changing environment
- Strong organisational skills, accuracy, and keen attention to detail.
The full job description is available in the candidate pack.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.
As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.
Hybrid Working and Flexibility: This role offers hybrid working, with the expectation to attend the office 3 days per week. We are open to part-time applications or job shares - please indicate your preferred working arrangement in your application.
How to apply:
Please submit a CV and supporting statement. Your supporting statement should be no longer than one side of A4 and demonstrate how you meet the following areas of the role.
- Educated to GCSE level, or equivalent, including Maths and English.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).
- Ability to engage non-Finance personnel.
Important Information:
- We may close applications early if we receive a high volume, so early submissions are encouraged.
- If you require sponsorship for this role, please clearly indicate this in your application.
- Depending on the role, a DBS check may be required.
- If you need reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us for support.
- We are happy to consider alternative application formats for those who find the online form challenging.
Join our team at MND Association where your skills and contributions will make a real impact.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our client is the independent regulator of charitable fundraising in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. They stand up for best practices in fundraising, protecting donors and supporting the vital work of fundraisers. The organisation is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support its Casework and Governance teams, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of their activities. The organisation offers a flexible hybrid working pattern, with two days per week in its central London office and 2 days working from home.
The organisation is committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion. They want their workforce to be truly representative of the society they are here to support and protect, enabling them to regulate effectively. They also want each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. They do this by operating a fair and inclusive recruitment process to reach a diverse pool of candidates. This is also supported by a range of policies that encourage a flexible and supportive working environment. Please let us know if you require any part of this application or interview process to be adjusted to accommodate your needs.
The Administrative Assistant plays a crucial role in our client's day-to-day operations, providing essential support to the Casework and Governance teams. Your responsibilities will include answering and dealing with incoming phone calls for the Casework team, managing corporate email inboxes, setting up and maintaining case files on a CRM system, and compiling case bundles. You will also assist with the preparation of meeting papers, take minutes, and provide general administrative support, including booking meeting rooms, managing post, and assisting with office management tasks.
To excel in this role, you should have experience dealing with the public on the phone, preferably in a customer-facing or regulatory environment, and possess excellent customer service skills. You should also have had experience of providing administrative support. As our work involves handling confidential information, discretion, and the ability to manage sensitive data are crucial. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, and Excel) is required, along with effective communication, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced setting. Experience using CRM systems (such as Salesforce), SharePoint, or knowledge of the charity or fundraising sector would be beneficial but is not essential.
Please note that in-person interviews will be held on Wednesday, 30th April 2025.
To apply, simply submit your CV. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and arrange for a call to assess your suitability and discuss the role further.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
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Are you looking for a meaningful, challenging role where you can make a real impact? At Strides Katherine Price Hughes House, we’re searching for a Residential Assistant to work in our Approved Premises, commissioned by the Ministry of Justice, helping ex-offenders reintegrate into the community. It’s a role that requires resilience, empathy, and the ability to stay calm in tough situations, but for the right person, it’s an incredibly rewarding opportunity.
What you’ll do
You’ll be on the front line of rehabilitation, ensuring residents follow house rules, stay safe, and have access to the support they need. You’ll work closely with probation officers and other professionals, conducting safety checks, reporting incidents, and helping residents engage in positive, life-changing activities. This role is for someone who can handle responsibility, take the initiative, and maintain firm boundaries, all while offering emotional support to those who need it most.
What we’re looking for
If you have experience working with vulnerable people, particularly within the criminal justice system, and can manage challenging behaviour with confidence and compassion, we want to hear from you. Strong communication skills and a team-player mentality are essential. This role is a mid-shift role flexible Monday to Friday and one weekend a month.
Why join us?
At Strides, we’re committed to creating safe spaces that help people and communities move forward. You’ll be part of a dedicated team making a real difference. If you’re looking for a role that challenges you but also gives you the chance to see first-hand the positive impact you can have on someone’s life, this could be the perfect fit.
We have two roles available for Residential Assistant - 1 is 3 days on rota 12 hr shift which will include days, nights and weekends then the rest of the week off, the other is a Residential Assistant (Monday to Friday and 1 weekend a month.
Closing Date for Applications is 05th April 2025
Working with people and communities to move forward
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Executive Assistant – International Director
I am excited to be working with an amazing London based charity in search of a temporary Executive Assistant, this is a full time, London based hybrid role (2-days a week in office) for an initial three months. We are seeking a proactive and highly organized Executive Assistant to support the International Director (ID) and Senior Leadership Team. This role requires exceptional project management, administrative, and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Act as the first point of contact for the International Director, managing communications and priorities.
• Provide comprehensive administrative support, including diary and email management, travel arrangements, and event coordination.
• Support leadership meetings by organising, minuting, and ensuring follow-ups.
• Conduct research, draft presentations and reports, and assist with communications.
• Manage internal systems and maintain efficient scheduling aligned with governance cycles.
• Liaise with senior internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
• Oversee budget management and project-related finances as required.
About You
Essential:
• Degree or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in executive support at a senior level, ideally within the charity sector.
• Strong writing, organisational, and prioritisation skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage complex diaries, travel, and logistics efficiently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including discretion and professionalism.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and financial record-keeping.
Desirable:
• Knowledge of the international development or humanitarian sector.
• Experience in governance, internal communications, or project management.
If you have the above skills and experience and are immediately available, please apply online today, I would love to have a conversation with you!
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
As an experienced Executive Assistant at the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association, you will play a pivotal role in driving the efficiency and impact of our Executive Leadership Team. We are seeking an accomplished EA who thrives in high-level executive support, with a proven track record of delivering exceptional administrative, operational, and strategic assistance at the Director level.
In this role, you will provide seamless, proactive, and high-calibre support, ensuring our directors can focus on delivering the Association's mission and objectives. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders, anticipating needs, managing competing priorities, and representing our Directors with professionalism and discretion.
This role requires exceptional organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills, alongside the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced and evolving environment. As part of our newly formed Executive Leadership Team, we need a highly capable, energetic, and strategic-thinking EA to help the MND Association reach our full potential to support the MND community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing Directors diaries, prioritising meetings, maintain action logs, track key deadlines, and support effective work planning. making effective decisions without director's input.
- Manage and respond to correspondence on behalf of the Directors, ensuring timely and appropriate communication.
- Co-ordinate and provide full administrative support for Board, Trustees and Committee meetings, including agenda preparation, taking minutes/action points as agreed, monitoring and following up on agreed actions prior to the next scheduled meeting.
- To lead on the collation, analysis, drafting and formatting of regular reports, dashboards and management information related to directorate and strategic performance.
- Ensuring that Heads of Department and other contributors are aware of, and meet, all deadlines.
- Manage supplier contracts, ensuring cost-effective procurement of services, processing of invoices.
- Working in unison with other Executive Assistants ensuring support across the team of Directors at times of holiday and any other absence.
- Ensuring that Directors are prepared and best able to represent the Association when attending external meetings and other events, managing all travel and other logistical arrangements.
About You:
- Proven experience in high-level administration, at Director and/or Board level.
- Significant experience supporting a senior executive as an Executive Assistant.
- Highly organised with strong self-management skills and the ability to work on own initiative to prioritise own workload to meet deadlines
- Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders and the ability to produce high-quality work under tight deadlines.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Ability to adapt positively to change, highly resourceful, self-motivated, with strong emotional intelligence and a positive and proactive approach to work.
- Proven experience of working in a confidential environment and with confidential and sensitive information.
About Us:
Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.
What We Offer:
- 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays.
- Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies.
- 24/7 GP access via phone and video.
- Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines.
- Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave).
- Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping.
- Enhanced pension scheme.
- Opportunities for training and personal development.
- Hybrid working.
The full job description is available in the candidate pack.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.
As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.
Hybrid Working and Flexibility: This role offers hybrid working, with the expectation to attend the office 2 days per week. We are open to part-time applications or job shares - please indicate your preferred working arrangement in your application.
How to apply:
Please submit a CV and supporting statement. Your supporting statement should be no longer than one side of A4 and demonstrate how you meet the following areas of the role.
- Proven previous experience as an Executive Assistant working proactively at Director/Board level.
- Demonstrate experience of proposing solutions on behalf of directors or senior managers making decisions on behalf of the director and thinking through decisions to conclusion.
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills with the ability to multitask with competing priorities and deadlines.
Important Information:
- We may close applications early if we receive a high volume, so early submissions are encouraged.
- If you require sponsorship for this role, please clearly indicate this in your application.
- Depending on the role, a DBS check may be required.
- If you need reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us for support.
- We are happy to consider alternative application formats for those who find the online form challenging.
If you are a proactive, highly skilled Executive Assistant looking for a meaningful role where you can make a real impact, we would love to hear from you. Join us in supporting our Executive Leadership Team and helping the MND Association achieve its vital mission. Apply now and be part of a dynamic team making a difference for the MND community.
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Job title: Communications & Administrative Assistant
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Location: Hackney Bridge, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London, E15 2SJ
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Salary: 27k per annum depending on experience (pro-rata -3 days a week)
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Hours: 3 days per week (21 hours per week) office hours are 10am - 6pm with a few evenings and weekends, as needed. These hours may sometimes vary depending on business needs. Flexible working opportunities are available.
The deadline for applications is the 15th of April.
Who are we?
The Outrunners is a running & movement charity based in Hackney that empowers young people through movement, supported by amazing volunteers and brands such as Nike, Moju, FIIT and Lacoste. We help boost the well-being, teamwork and communication skills for young people in East London. Our vision is to create an equal East London, where everyone is included and no-one is left behind.
For a relatively new organisation, we’ve already had a big impact through supporting hundreds of local young people and changing the landscape of youth work in the process.
We strive to do things differently and bring a fresh approach to the work that we do, taking young people out of their day-to-day lives into exciting spaces and offering them world-class opportunities. In 2023 we launched an exciting partnership with Nike’s community team. If that sounds like something you would like to be a part of, read on…..
What do we want?
We are looking for a proactive Communications & Administrative Assistant to support the team with a variety of tasks across programme delivery, fundraising and communications. You will be a generalist with strong attention to detail, who is willing to work on several workstreams, learn and develop new skills, and grow with a rapidly developing impactful charity and community organisation.
If you’re someone who is passionate about running and movement and the social impact they can have while supporting a community to move together, that’s a bonus.
What does that look like?
We have ambitions to grow our youth programmes, particularly within schools in 2025. Alongside this our fundraising efforts are also expanding. We’re keen to improve our communication and ensure that we’re raising more awareness of all the impactful work we are doing.
What you will be working on
Community support
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Overseeing coaching rota
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Sending weekly comms to membership and supporters to advertise run schedule, events, fundraising, publicising volunteer opportunities and coordinating volunteers
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Ensuring member data and communications are GDPR-compliant
Fundraising support
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Coordinating race places for fundraisers and participants
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On-boarding and supporting fundraisers
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Adapting comms to send to fundraisers
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Ensuring fundraising literature and platforms are up-to-date
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Monitoring income with fundraising lead
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Using and updating CRM system to record data
Programme delivery support
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Supporting the Youth Programme Manager with general administrative tasks e.g. DBS checks, recruitment support, supporting with CRM database
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Support with the evaluation of our programmes eg. writing up case studies, quotes from young people
General Admin
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General office admin
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Ordering Outrunners race kit and Outrunners merchandise
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HR Admin - overseeing timesheets, supporting with payroll, support with recruitment
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Finance Admin - creating and following up on invoices
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Other admin tasks to support CEO, such as coordinating trustee meetings
This job is for you if:
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You have experience of working in an administrative role
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You have a willingness to learn
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You are a problem solver with energy and enthusiasm
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You have strong organisational skills with good attention to detail
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You have an ability to prioritise effectively and work independently to complete tasks
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You have an ability to multi-task across a number of different projects with varying deadlines
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You are comfortable adapting written communications for a range of audiences online and in person
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You have proficiency in using a variety of technology including:
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Google docs, sheets, slides, forms
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Comfortable handling data and using CRM Systems
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Canva or similar software
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Mail-Chimp / WhatsApp for Business / or similar
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You are reliable and professional
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You have an active commitment to, and working understanding of, equality and diversity, with the ability to work in culturally diverse communities, as well as a readiness to challenge discriminatory behaviour
What’s in it for you?
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The opportunity to be involved in making a difference to young people's lives!
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25 holiday days as well as bank holidays (pro rata)
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Self-development days
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The chance to attend exclusive, exciting events with our brand partners including Nike and Moju
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Learning and development opportunities to fit your aspirations, including with some of our partner businesses
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Work-related travel reimbursement
We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply for this role. Even if you feel you don’t meet all the criteria, please still apply as we want to hear from a diverse range of people.
The successful applicant will need to be subject to a background enhanced disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) before any appointment can be confirmed.
Interested? Here’s how to apply!
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Complete this application form and upload a copy of your CV, and a covering letter explaining why you would like the role, and how you meet the requirements listed in the job description. The covering letter should be no longer than two A4 pages.
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If you meet our requirements, we will contact you for an interview after the closing date 15th of April
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If you are not contacted within 14 days of submitting your application, on this occasion you have been unsuccessful. We will keep your details on file for any other suitable vacancies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are searching for a Communications and Project Assistant to join our team. You will be working with our Brand and Communications Team to craft on-brand communications across our social media platforms and website. In this role, you will support the implementation of our communications strategy and develop content on our website, all whilst following our visual identity and tone-of-voice guidelines. You will also be working with the wider NDC team to support the delivery of our online training and workshops.
Role Description
Communications
- Support implementation of social media strategy
- Schedule and post content on social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, BlueSky, YouTube, X)
- Update website copy and other content (using SquareSpace)
- Support creation of visual assets for social media and website using Adobe Express (or other Adobe Creative Suite software if you have experience)
- Format documents in line with our brand guidelines
- Research trends and opportunities across social media platforms (content, sounds, filters, keywords)
- Support team members to produce reports and presentations
Project
- Monitor training and course bookings (using Acuity Scheduling)
- Support training and workshop administration
- Support online events (we host on Zoom and Microsoft Teams)
- Transcribe/edit auto-transcribed captions for video content
General
- Be a point of contact and support team members
- Support with other general administrative tasks to support Neurodiverse Connection to run efficiently in line with our organisational strategy and values
Recruitment Details
How to apply
The application process is in two stages:
Stage 1:
- Download and complete the application form.
- You will be asked to enter some of your contact details and details of previous work.
- You will then be asked to answer 3 questions.
- You will also be asked to complete an optional equality and diversity form.
Stage 2
- If you are shortlisted you will be invited to attend an online interview and complete an online task.
- You will be sent the interview questions 5 days ahead of the interview date.
- As part of the interview, you will be asked to complete two tasks that is relevant to the role on the day of your interview.
Application Time Line
- Deadline for applications : Tuesday 15th April, 9am
- Applicants notified if shortlisted : Tuesday 22nd April, no later than 5pm
- Dates of online interview : Monday 28th and Tuesday 29th April
- Interviewees notified if they have been appointed : Tuesday 6th May, no later than 5pm
About Neurodiverse Connection
Neurodiverse Connection is a Neurodivergent led Community Interest Company.
Our mission is to:
- Listen to and amplify neurodivergent views and voices.
- Give additional consideration to intersectionality and how we can support the amplification of views and voices that are often unseen and unheard.
- Support people from different neurologies to understand each other, facilitating solutions to the double empathy problem.
- Lead on changing understanding of sensory and social processing differences, particularly in relation to the built environment.
- Challenge the common misunderstandings and misconceptions of autism and support an improved understanding of neurodiversity within health and social care.
- Promote an improved understanding of neurodivergent culture and communication
- Support neurodivergent people to have equal opportunities in life
- Support neurodivergent people to have equal opportunities and outcomes in health
- Support neurodivergent employment, including in leadership positions and facilitating change for the neurodivergent community
Our commitment to you
It’s part of our mission to be a great place to work and to demonstrate how to work in neurodivergent affirming ways. We believe this is beneficial to everyone, regardless of neurology.
We aim to:
- Offer flexibility in delivery hours, within agreed parameters
- Work to make Neurodiverse Connection an organisation that you enjoy being part of, that supports you in your role, that recognises your contribution and that delivers great outcomes for the neurodivergent people we work to support
- Involve you in shaping and directing the organisation
- Listen when we don’t get it right, and welcome constructive feedback
- Involve team members in development opportunities and spending the social value we’ve accumulated together
- Seek ways for team members to develop in their role
We offer:
- 35-hour full time working week
- 4% work place pension contribution
- 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata
- Access to a wellbeing fund
Further Information
Before completing the application formplease carefully read the full role description and personal specification found in the application pack. If you need support or have any questions please:
- Review the application pack and see if your question has been answered.
- Review the FAQ on the recruitment webpage
- Attend a Q&A session and learn more about the role on Tuesday 1st April at 5-6pm on Microsoft Teams (booking on the website). A recording will be available after the session.
We are a neurodivergent-led Community Interest Company (CIC) created to improve support and outcomes for neurodivergent people.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are currently recruiting for a full time (37.5 hours) Personal Assistant (Care) at our supported housing scheme, Westcroft in Tring Hertfordshire.
Working as part of a dedicated team, you will provide support to service users with their day to day needs, within the service or out in the community. This may involve personal care and also helping to promote life skills such as shopping, managing budgets and housework. You will follow agreed support plans and risk assessments to ensure that we are providing a service that meets each individual`s needs, supports their aspirations and maximises their independence.
You do not need sector experience as we provide a structured introduction and comprehensive training to support you with your role and you will have the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.
The role will involve working shifts on a 4 week rolling pattern which includes a sleep in.
About You
We are looking for passionate people with a `can-do` attitude who are driven by the desire to make a difference and who have the ability to recognise the wishes and needs of vulnerable adults and communicate effectively using different methods according to people`s needs.
You will need to be able to work shifts as part of a rota system which will include weekend and bank holiday working. You must be able to work as part of a team to deliver an excellent service to the people we support and be flexible in your approach to work. You will have a commitment to equality and diversity and take a positive approach to supporting people with learning disabilities.
Experience is desirable but not essential.
Benefits
In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:
- Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service
- £12 per hour
- Regular support from your line manager and colleagues
- Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
- Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary
- Annual salary and cost of living review
- Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing
- Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support
- Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
- Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us
- Access to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for use at work
- Access to COVID-19 vaccinations
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Employee assistance helpline
- Mileage paid for car usage
- Fully paid DBS
If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please download the job description and click apply below.
Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered
Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.
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We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
We are a Disability Confident Employer.
Working closely with the Executive Director, senior team members and trustees, we are looking for an Executive Assistant and Company Secretary who has knowledge and experience of working with senior management and trustees in the arts and/or charitable sector to support the effective governance and leadership of the organisation.
You will be highly organised, diplomatic, and proactive with good attention to detail.
Contract and Hours
Permanent, full or part-time, 1.0 (36.25 hours / 5 days) or 0.8 ( 29 hours / 4 days) per week, 9.15-5.30pm per day, including lunch break. Minimum two days per week are to be worked at Crafts Council office, with requirement to attend all relevant Board and committee meetings and key staff events.
Crafts Council aims to support flexible working and part time arrangements where it is appropriate for the role.
Salary
£28,000 to £34,000 gross per annum based on full-time working, dependent upon experience.
Location
Crafts Council Office and Gallery is based in Islington, London, with some hybrid / home working.
Role to Commence
As soon as possible from May 2025 onwards.
Reporting to
Managed by the Executive Director and supporting the Senior Management Team and Trustees.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as Company Secretary for board and committee meetings - Organise meetings, planning up to a year in advance and working with trustees to ensure availability
- Prepare papers, ensure that they are issued in a timely manner, draft minutes, keep log of follow up actions
- Support the Executive Director with email and correspondence
- Drafting responses and acting as a first responder, provide personal assistant duties and leadership administration, such as arranging internal and external meetings, travel itineraries and diary management
- Meeting preparation: Prepare agendas, gather necessary materials, and follow up on action items from meetings
- Support the Executive Director in drafting briefing documents, reviewing policy documents and providing succinct summaries
- Project support: Assist with project management tasks, including research, data compilation, and presentation preparation
- Make use of time-saving tools (AI) and ensure that Executive Office is run efficiently and productively
- Support Craft Council Executive team with administration duties, including diary management, presentation design, meeting and travel co-ordination and follow up, processing invoices and expenses
- Support with event management where required, e.g. board and staff away days
- Support the recruitment and induction of new trustees, ensuring that induction packs are up to date and accurate
- Provide administrative support to the Chairs & trustees as required
- Reconcile financial expenditure, such as credit cards, raise purchase orders and code invoices as required
- Be an ambassador for the Crafts Council and represent it at appropriate events
- Be discrete, maintaining confidentiality and being comfortable dealing with a wide range of people
Note: Board related meetings include Trustee meetings (4 per year), Finance Audit & Risk meetings ( 4 - 6 per year), Nominations and Remuneration Committee meetings (x 1 per year) and other Committees and Panels (as required).
General
The postholder will:
• Have a strong commitment to accessibility and social justice, ensuring that we are adhering to best practice
• Assist in developing and maintaining effective teamwork across Crafts Council
• Be flexible within the broad remit of the post
• Continuously seek ways to improve personal, team and business performance
• Attend and participate in Crafts Council performance, development, and training programmes
• Ensure that you comply with all Health and Safety regulations and safe working practice as required by current legislation and the Company’s Health and Safety and Safeguarding policies and practices
• Adhere to Crafts Council policies, procedures and code of conduct including in relation to GDPR
• Participate as an active and responsible member of the management team and contribute to the development of Crafts Council policies, strategies, business and operational plans
• Understand the importance of equality and inclusion in the workplace
• Always promote the highest level of customer experience
• Undertake any other duty which may be reasonably allocated
Please provide a CV and covering letter including the following information:
-Your interest in working for the Crafts Council and this position
-Details of your relevant knowledge, skills and experience
-Share more about your interest in governance in the charitable sector, providing a notable example.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Fundraising Support Executive
Location: This is a hybrid role with a minimum of 3 days in the office, the primary office location is LSA in Highbury with occasional working at ELAM
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 (pro-rata if part-time)
Contract: Full-time or Part-time (flexible working available)
Start date: ASAP
Reporting to: Foundation Director
Benefits
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35 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays, not restricted to school holidays
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Pension and parental leave benefits
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Team and professional development opportunities
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Discounted gym membership, access to LSA's fitness classes and access to an Employee Assistance Programme
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Invitations to private film screenings, A&R events and other exciting industry events
Background Information
The Screen Academy Foundation fundraises for the London Screen Academy (LSA) and the East London Arts & Music (ELAM) - two free-to-attend, Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ sixth form academies for 16-19 year olds in London which, combined, are teaching just under 1200 young people every year. With the opportunity to work alongside an inspiring and supportive Board of Trustees from across the Film, TV, Media, and Music industries, this role is within an ambitious and exciting Foundation.
Part of the same multi-academy trust (the Day One Trust), LSA and ELAM were founded by industry leaders from the film and music industries who wanted to address the lack of diversity, inequality of opportunity and serious skills shortage in the creative industries.
LSA and ELAM’s shared mission is to transform and diversify the creative industries by enabling access to all young people, no matter their background, and to develop the most well-rounded, highly skilled workforce possible, which reflects the cultural and socioeconomic diversity of the world we live in. LSA teaches a behind-the-scenes Film & TV programme in Highbury whilst ELAM teaches Music, Games Design and Film & TV in Bromley-by-Bow.
Everything the Academies offer is practical, relevant and plugged into the real world. By combining an innovative and ever-evolving education with dedicated in-house Industry Engagement and Alumni & Careers teams, we seek to radically change access routes to the creative industries and transform lives and trajectories. Our diverse students are leaving LSA and ELAM highly employable and ‘industry-ready’, with the skills, knowledge, professional behaviours and network needed to fulfil their potential and ensure a successful career.
Fundraising for LSA and ELAM
As sixth form academies, the LSA and ELAM receive funding from the Department for Education. However, in order to provide students with world class facilities and equipment, opportunities to engage with industry, arts and culture, and services to support their mental health, the charity needs to raise an additional c. £2.2m each year to supplement the Government funding.
Philanthropy and corporate partnerships are therefore crucial to the success of the Academies. In addition to major donors and trusts & foundations, LSA has developed partnerships with corporations such as NBCUniversal, Netflix and Disney, and ELAM have relationships with Universal Music Group, UTA and PPL.
Purpose of the Role
This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a career in fundraising and gain experience across all areas of the sector. The Fundraising Support Executive will play a critical role in supporting the smooth running of the Foundation, managing essential fundraising administration, working in partnership with the Foundation Director and Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager to secure new donors, ensure excellent stewardship for existing donors and event organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Donation Management
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Oversee donation processes, including sending thank you letters and monitoring bank accounts, ensuring funds are accurately recorded and allocated to specific programmes.
Fundraising & Donor Support
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Assist fundraisers in planning donor and prospect visits.
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Support in writing funding proposals (particularly at the £5K-30K level) and donor communications.
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Help organise VIP donor events and engagement activities.
Administrative & Operational Support
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Maintain and update our Raiser’s Edge CRM database, ensuring accurate and organised records.
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Assist in managing invoices and the audit process, ensuring the Foundation operates smoothly.
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Organise Board of Trustee meetings, including identifying dates, preparing agendas and taking minutes.
Communications & Relationship Management
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Draft and proofread donor communications, including thank you letters and impact reports.
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Support fundraisers in building and maintaining relationships with key internal stakeholders, including Trustees, donor’s PAs and the schools’ founders.
General Support
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Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and streamline processes.
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Provide additional support as needed to ensure the success of fundraising activities.
Person Specification
We are looking for someone who is bright, organised and resourceful, with a passion for fundraising and the creative industries. The ideal candidate will have:
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability and confidence to write compelling donor communications.
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Excellent organisational skills, capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
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Project management skills and experience working collaboratively across teams.
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Experience using a CRM system (such as Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, or a similar CRM database).
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A keen eye for detail, ensuring accuracy in data management and communications.
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The ability to build relationships with Trustees, colleagues, and external stakeholders in a professional and friendly manner.
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A flexible and adaptable approach, with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
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Experience using Canva or similar design software is an advantage.
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Familiarity with fundraising principles, donor stewardship, and charity compliance is an advantage.
Our Culture
At the Screen Academy Foundation, we are committed to a culture of inclusion, openness, respect, and equality. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic groups, as we strive to increase diversity within the creative industries.
Safeguarding
To safeguard our students, the post for which you are applying is exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Scheme certificate will be obtained before an offer of employment is confirmed.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Finance Assistant
Duration: 3-month temporary role, to support during a busy period
Pay: £13.85 per hour plus £1.67 up to £14.87 per hour plus £1.79 per hour holiday pay (Equivalent to £27,000 up to £29,000 FTE)
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week), 9am -5:30pm
Location: Hybrid working with 1-2 days per week in the West London office.
Start date: ASAP
Charity People are proud to partner with a leading international medical charity. This is a pivotal opportunity for an experienced Finance Assistant to join a passionate team and take on a hands-on role managing the day-to-day activities of a small but impactful charity finance department.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the finance inbox and deliver effective communication to internal and external stakeholders.
- Support general financial housekeeping, including data management in Sage 50
- Raising purchase orders
- Receipting invoices and payments for overseas grants
- Providing ad hoc support to the Finance Officer and Overseas Operations Manager
What We're Looking For:
We're seeking a finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, team-focused environment. The ideal person will have:
- Proven experience in a purchase ledger role within the charity sector.
- Strong knowledge of Sage 50 and the ability to manage digital finance systems.
- High numeracy skills, initiative, and problem-solving ability.
- Strong organisational skills and a track record of meeting deadlines.
- A collaborative approach with the ability to work flexibly and independently.
How to Apply:
If you're excited about this opportunity and meet the requirements, please send your CV as soon as possible. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don't delay in applying!
Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We know that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Executive Assistant
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Contract: Temporary
Location: Hybrid (3 days per week in London office)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Are you an experienced administrative professional looking for your next challenge? We are seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the CEO and Leadership Team of a respected organisation. This is a temporary role, offering the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment supporting senior stakeholders.
About the Role
In this role, you will be the key administrative support for the CEO and the Leadership Team, managing diaries, coordinating meetings, and liaising with Trustees and Committee members. You will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of executive and governance processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide PA support to the CEO, including diary management, inbox monitoring, travel arrangements, and expense processing.
Organise and coordinate Trustee and Committee meetings, including scheduling, agenda preparation, minute-taking, and follow-ups.
Act as the first point of contact for Trustees, managing diary requests, correspondence, and administrative support.
Assist the Leadership Team by planning meetings, drafting agendas, circulating papers, and recording action points.
Coordinate and manage internal and external events, ensuring all logistics and operational requirements are in place.
About You:
Proven experience providing administrative/PA support to senior executives or CEOs.
Strong diary management and workload coordination experience.
Excellent minute-taking and governance administration skills.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Proficiency in MS Office, CRM systems, and digital tools for administrative processes.
Strong organisational and communication skills, with a proactive and problem-solving approach.
Experience in the non-profit, academic, or grant-making sectors (desirable).
Why Apply?
Opportunity to work in a high-impact role supporting a leadership team.
Hybrid working model with 3 days in the office per week.
Competitive salary of £40,000 per annum.
If you are an immediate starter and have the right experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply now!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) is a Charity and Company Limited by guarantee and is the representative body for Directors of Public Health (DPH) in the UK.
It seeks to improve and protect the health of the population through collating and presenting the views of DsPH; advising on public health policy and legislation at a local, regional, national and international level; facilitating a support network for DsPH; and providing opportunities for DsPH to develop professional practice.
The Association has a rich heritage, its origins dating back more than 160 years. It is a collaborative organisation working in partnership with others to maximise the voice for public health.
The Association is now seeking to appoint an experienced PA / Team Coordinator.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring a coherent programme of meetings for both our CEO and the Association’s President, whilst supporting the Head of Corporate Affairs in the day-to-day administration of the financial and governance requirements of the organisation. In addition you will have the opportunity to take an active role across the whole team, organising meetings, sourcing venues, and will have the opportunity to attend our range of workshops and masterclasses through providing administrative support.
The role requires excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, an ability to react positively to changing circumstances, often at short notice, and an ability to forge strong working relationships both internally and with external partners.
The Association has offices in central London, but is currently operating a hybrid working model so welcomes candidates from across the UK, though attendance at ‘in person’ ADPH team meetings will be expected. Further details can be requested ahead of your application by contacting Mark Hamblett.
To be considered for the role all applicants must provide a written statement outlining why they feel they would be suitable for the role, and as we intend to interview potential candidates throughout the term of the recruitment process we reserve the right to end it ahead of the stated closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prospectus are delighted to be working exclusively withour client supporting them with their search for an Assistant Accountant.
The organisation is one of the largest social mobility charities in the UK. They help to level the playing field between state and independent schools by giving all young people access to the same prestigious networks available to the top fee-paying schools.
The charity believes that by inspiring young people to explore their ambitions through speaker programmes, facilitating access to multi-day experiences of the world of work, and supporting young people to successfully seize opportunities available to them, which can make a profound difference to the lives of young people, their future happiness and prosperity.
By 2028, the organisation's ambition is that every young person in the UK has access to high quality work experience. Yet today, less than half of young people leave secondary school having had any work experience whatsoever. The five year strategy is focused on achieving this ambition.
This role is available on a permanent contract and full-time basis. The salary for this role is £35,300 is also available on a remote working basis.
The Assistant Accountant will oversee a variety of finance tasks including supporting the Head of Finance and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to oversee the day-to-day finances and sustainability of the charity. You will play a vital role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and supporting daily financial operations. You will provide key data and insights that aid decision-making, helping the SLT and Head of Finance to optimise financial performance, control costs, and forecast future trends. You will also efficiently handle transactions, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
To be considered for this role, you will be ACCA/CIMA part-qualified or have an equivalent qualification. You will have demonstratable experience working within an accounting function and the ability to develop relationships and work with a variety of different stakeholders. You will have experience using ERP software and Microsoft Office.
Desirably, you will have a background in SME or charity bookkeeping. You will also have experience using Xero, Dext, Approval Max and Salesforce CRM.
At Prospectus, we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity.
We are reviewing applications for this position on a rolling basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible, to ensure you do not miss out.
Summary
The Secretariat team supports the Chief Executive and Estates Commissioners in their leadership and the conduct of the Church Commissioners' business. The Senior EA provides comprehensive and wide-ranging executive assistance and research/ policy support to the Chief Executive and First Church Estates Commissioner in all aspects of their work, as well as acting as an interface between the and the wider Church/ public. This makes it an important role in respect of the Church Commissioners' efficiency and their relationship with, and accountability to, stakeholders.
You will be directly accountable to the Head of Governance and have frequent collaboration with the Chief Executive, First Church Estates Commissioner, the Deputy Chair and other trustees. There will also be regular collaboration with staff at all levels in the Church Commissioners and, at times, other NCIs, including Chief Officers of the other National Church Institutions and their teams.
- Provide full Executive Assistant support to the CEO (responsible for the overall management of the organisation and its c.150 staff), and the First Church Estates Commissioner (a Governor who chairs the committee responsible for the £10+bn investment fund).
- Interpret and summarise documents.
- Deal sensitively and intelligently with enquiries and re-routing to other departments/staff as necessary.
- Use technology to improve our processes.
- Extensive EA/ Senior PA experience within a senior individual's office
- Extensive experience of managing online diaries for senior individual(s)
- Evidence of a high level of administrative and organisational ability including document management skills and complete understanding of the full Microsoft suite
- Proven ability to summarise complex documents, extracting and representing key information
- Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to establish positive working relationships with senior stakeholders and to represent the CEO and First Church Estates Commissioner to external partners
Key role requirements:
- The post-holder will work 2-3 days per week in primary office location in Church House, Westminster, subject to business need
Closing date for applications is 08 April 2025.
Interviews will be held on 29 April 2025.
- A salary of £48,557 per annum, plus age-related pension contributions between 8-15% of salary. We will also match any pension contributions you make up to an additional 3% of your salary.
- 25 days annual leave (increasing to 30 days within 5 years) plus eight bank holidays and three additional days (pro-rated if working part-time).
- We welcome all flexible working arrangement requests. This is looked at in a case-by-case scenario and if this fits within the department's needs. We try to be as flexible as we can in your work pattern to support you with other commitments, and to give a good work-life balance.
- We offer many services and initiatives under our Family Friendly Programme, some of these include enhanced Maternity Leave initiative, Adoption Leave, Paternity Leave, & Shared Parental Leave. Structured induction programme and access to a range of development opportunities including apprenticeships.
- Automatic enrolment and access to Medicash (one of the UK's leading health cash plan providers), providing you with many services including reimbursements of routine dental treatment, optical, specialist consultations, and therapy treatments. Unlimited access to virtual GP & Private prescription service and health & Stress related helplines.
- Access to Occupational Health, and an Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to the Department of Education Restaurant and Westminster Abbey with a plus-one guest.
- Apply for eligibility for an Eyecare voucher.
- Opportunity to join the Civil Service Sports & Social Club, and get involved in a range of staff networks, groups and societies.