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Major Donor Manager (Maternity Cover)

Salary: £45,600 – £48,000
Location: Hybrid, London (ideally once a week, but can be very flexible)
Contract: Fixed term until February 2027
Closing date: 6 July

Lead a high-performing major donor programme at a pivotal moment of growth.
This is a rare opportunity to step into a well-established and ambitious philanthropy team that has gone from strength to strength, doubling income over the past two years and generating over £1.2m in the last financial year.

Joining as Major Donor Manager, you will play a central role in driving the next phase of growth. With strong internal momentum, and a culture of collaboration and shared ambition, you will lead both strategy and delivery across major giving during a key period of maternity cover.

About the role
You will lead the strategic direction and day-to-day management of a thriving major donor programme, mentoring team members, working on specific projects related to next generation philanthropy.

Working closely with colleagues across fundraising and beyond, you will:

• Drive new income growth, personally cultivating relationships with high-net-worth individuals and securing significant gifts
• Lead and develop a small team, providing hands-on coaching, mentoring and support, particularly for team members newer to major donor fundraising
• Shape and deliver clear supporter journeys, ensuring a strong pipeline of prospects and a robust moves management approach
• Support the redistribution and development of donor portfolios, helping maximise long-term value and engagement
• Identify and unlock new opportunities, including corporate HNWI prospects and wider networks linked to existing supporters
• Provide strategic oversight of cultivation activity, including high-value events and donor engagement approaches
• Work collaboratively across teams, contributing to wider fundraising strategies and shared organisational goals

This role does not hold an active portfolio of existing donors but focuses on strategic leadership, mentorship, high-value asks and team enablement to maximise collective performance.

About you
You will bring significant experience in major donor fundraising, alongside a passion for developing others and delivering ambitious income growth.

We are particularly looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• A strong record of securing high-value gifts and developing new donor relationships
• Experience working with and influencing senior stakeholders, including leadership teams or trustees
• The ability to coach, mentor and inspire a team, supporting their development and confidence
• A creative and strategic approach to pipeline development, cultivation and stewardship
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong financial and analytical capability, with the ability to manage performance and improve ways of working

Why join?
You will be joining a team known for its supportive, collaborative and high-performing culture. This is a group that:

• Shares a clear sense of purpose and direction
• Works closely together to problem-solve and innovate
• Encourages challenge, growth and shared success
• Creates a positive, inclusive and motivating environment

The organisation offers flexible hybrid working, with most of the team coming together regularly in the London office, typically once a week on Thursdays being a popular day, but they are pragmatic about this particular requirement.

Our commitment
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our work and help us achieve greater impact.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Everyone deserves good mental health.

The Mental Health Foundation is the UK's leading charity focused on the prevention of poor mental health. For more than 75 years, we have combined research, policy, campaigning and public engagement to challenge the causes of poor mental health and drive lasting change.

Today, mental health outcomes across the UK are worsening, particularly for children and young people. While services remain focused on responding to crisis, we believe prevention must become the foundation of the UK's approach to mental health. Our new five-year strategy, ‘A Call to Act: Fighting for Prevention in Mental Health’ sets out an ambitious vision to achieve that change.

Why we are recruiting

After eight successful years, our current Chief Executive will be stepping down, creating an exciting opportunity for a new leader to guide the Foundation through its next phase of growth and impact.

The organisation enters this transition from a position of strength: a clear and ambitious strategy, a talented and committed team of around 70 staff across the UK, strong finances, a respected national profile, a supportive Board and committed Chair.

The opportunity

As Chief Executive, you will be the chief ambassador of the Foundation. You will lead the delivery of our new strategy, strengthen our influence with governments, policymakers and partners, and ensure we continue to grow our impact and income.

Working closely with the Board, a highly capable Senior Leadership Team, supporters and partners, you will champion prevention as the solution to the UK's mental health crisis, helping to shape policy, public understanding and systemic change across our priority areas:

· Championing prevention: so that we can prevent mental health problems before they take root, tackling the causes instead of waiting to treat the symptoms.

· Online worlds: so that people are protected from harm and are more mentally healthy in their online activity.

· Bullying and discrimination: so that children and young people are protected from the life-long harms these can lead to.

· Working lives: so that young people can thrive in mentally-healthy workplaces that support their wellbeing.

This is an opportunity to lead one of the UK's most respected charities and improve the lives of millions of people.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking an inspiring, values-driven leader with the credibility, ambition and vision to take the Foundation forward.

You will bring:

• Significant senior leadership experience as a CEO, Executive Director or similar SLT role
• A proven track record of leading organisational growth, impact and fundraising success
• Outstanding communication and strategic partnership-building skills
• Experience of engaging and influencing senior stakeholders, policymakers, funders and the media, to effect change
• Strong strategic, financial and organisational leadership capability
• A collaborative leadership style that empowers and develops others
• A commitment to equity, inclusion and the Foundation's values

Knowledge of mental health, public health, prevention, related research, or campaigning would be highly advantageous, though we welcome applications from candidates with transferable leadership experience and relevant insights from closely adjacent or intersecting sectors.

Join us

This is a rare opportunity to lead a nationally respected organisation at a pivotal moment for mental health in the UK. If you are passionate about creating long-term social change and have the leadership skills to inspire people, influence systems and deliver impact at scale, we would love to hear from you.

To read more about the organisation and role, please download the full appointment brief.

Together, we can build a future where everyone can live with the good mental health they deserve.

Closing date: 16 August 2026

People Beyond Profit Conversations: 20-31 August 2026

Mental Health Foundation Interviews:

• First Stage: 7 September 2026 (in-Person)
• Second Stage: 14 September 2026 (In-Person)

Our client is partnering with Robertson Bell on a retained basis to appoint a Head of Finance on a permanent basis. This is a pivotal leadership opportunity within an ambitious, internationally focused charity at an exciting stage of growth.

This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing, mission-driven organisation at a transformative stage in its journey. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive and working closely with Trustees, Board Members and senior stakeholders, the Head of Finance will play a central role in shaping financial strategy, strengthening operational maturity and supporting ambitious international growth plans.

The role

• Lead the development of the organisation's long-term financial strategy, supporting its next phase of growth and international expansion.
• Partner closely with the Chief Executive, Trustees, Board Members and leadership team, providing strategic financial insight to support organisational decision-making, programme investment and fundraising activity.
• Oversee all aspects of financial management across multiple international entities, ensuring robust financial controls, governance and compliance frameworks are in place.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and scenario modelling processes, supporting both operational delivery and long-term strategic planning.
• Build strong relationships across fundraising, research and programme teams, supporting complex grant funding, restricted income management and commercial partnership activity.
• Oversee the production of monthly management accounts, statutory reporting, audit processes and regulatory submissions across multiple entities.
• Drive improvements in financial systems, reporting processes and operational efficiency as the organisation continues to scale.
• Provide leadership and development support to a small finance team, helping to build capability within the function.
• Act as a trusted advisor across the organisation, balancing hands-on operational delivery with strategic leadership.
• Represent finance confidently at Board and leadership level, communicating complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.

The organisation

Our client exists to deliver meaningful impact through innovation, collaboration and investment in research. It brings together experts, funders and partners from across the sector to challenge conventional thinking and accelerate progress towards its ambitious mission.

With income, activity and organisational complexity expected to grow significantly over the coming years, the charity is entering an exciting new phase of development. It combines the pace and agility of a scaling organisation with the credibility and influence of an internationally recognised charity.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative leadership team committed to building an organisation capable of delivering lasting impact. Alongside the opportunity to play a pivotal role within a purpose-driven organisation, the role offers flexible hybrid working, genuine work-life balance, professional development opportunities, private medical insurance, life insurance, pension contributions and generous annual leave.

Essential criteria

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or qualified by experience.
• Strong experience in a senior finance leadership role within the charity sector.
• Proven experience managing financial operations, reporting, budgeting and forecasting within a growing organisation.
• Experience operating across complex stakeholder environments, with the confidence to influence and challenge senior leaders and Boards.
• Strong understanding of financial governance, controls, compliance and risk management.
• Strong commercial and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into meaningful insight.
• Hands-on and adaptable approach, comfortable operating strategically while remaining close to operational detail.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, with high levels of emotional intelligence and credibility.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving organisation.
• Experience working across multiple entities, funding streams or international operations would be highly advantageous.

If you are a strategic and hands-on finance leader looking to play a meaningful role within a high-growth charitable organisation, we would love to hear from you.

This role is based in London with an expectation of two days per week in the office.

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

IRC UK
IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in England.

In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm. 

The Purpose of the Role

The Refugee Employability Officer will provide tailored employability support to resettled refugees in Hampshire under the Afghan Resettlement Programme (ARP), the United Kingdom Resettlement Scheme (UKRS), Community Sponsorship and other eligible schemes. 

The role delivers structured one-to-one and group-based support focusing on supporting individuals towards employment. This will include agreeing and supporting individuals towards employability related goals and actions within the Individual Support Plan, job search and application support, interview preparation, understanding UK workplace expectations, employer engagement, and links to training, apprenticeships and (where appropriate) self-employment. This work will support individuals often facing barriers such as limited English, recognition of overseas qualifications, childcare responsibilities, health needs or confidence challenges.

Employability support will be integrated within wider Integration support planning to promote sustainable economic independence, strengthen longer-term integration outcomes and support access to appropriate public services where needed.

Key Working Relationships

This position will work closely with all staff involved in the delivery of the Hampshire Resettlement and Integration Support Service. This will include the Programme Manager (Resettlement and Integration), Programme Manager (Economic Empowerment), Senior Integration and Resettlement Officers, Integration Officer, Bilingual Integration Officer, Bilingual Resettlement Officers, ESOL and Education colleagues, Employment Caseworkers and other relevant staff.

This position will also work closely with staff at our partner organisation, Citizen Advice Rushmoor, Jobcentre Plus (DWP), statutory funded employment support services (ie Connect to Work), education and training providers, employers, and relevant advice organisations across Hampshire.

This role will be line managed by the Senior Integration Officer with a dotted line to the Programme Manager (Economic Empowerment). 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Employability support to individuals (55%)

• Conduct structured individual assessments to identify skills, qualifications, employment history, transferable competencies and career aspirations, translating these into clear and realistic actions and goals within an Individual Support Plan. 

• Deliver tailored job readiness support through one-to-one coaching and group-based workshops, including CV development, interview preparation, UK workplace norms, digital literacy, job search strategies and confidence-building.

• Support individuals to access and sustain employment opportunities, facilitating job matching, including liaising with employers, facilitating introductions, supporting applications and providing on the job follow-up assistance to promote job retention and progression.

• Monitor and respond to employment and training‑related risks, including exploitation, unsafe work and discrimination, ensuring appropriate safeguarding action, advocacy for clients, and partnership working with Citizens Advice Rushmoor and other external partners.

• Provide structured guidance to individuals considering small‑scale self‑employment work, including exploring viable income‑generating ideas, basic planning and market research, understanding relevant UK start‑up and compliance requirements (e.g. sole trader status, HMRC registration and Self Assessment, banking, insurance and any required licences), and signposting to appropriate start‑up and business support services.

• Facilitate access to vocational training, apprenticeships, accredited courses and skills development opportunities that enhance employability and support longer-term career progression.

External engagement and partnerships (20%) 

• Develop and maintain productive relationships with local employers across Hampshire to facilitate direct placements, identify suitable job opportunities, work experience placements and promote inclusive recruitment practices amongst local employers.

• Promote awareness among employers of the skills and contributions of resettled refugees, supporting inclusive workplace practices and addressing misconceptions where appropriate.

• Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with Jobcentre Plus (DWP), education and training providers, and business advice and start-up support services to strengthen pathways into work, training and self-employment.

• Represent the service in local employability and partnership forums, contributing to multi-agency strategies that improve labour market access and progression for resettled refugees.

Key Administrative tasks (15%) 

• Ensure timely and accurate compliance with all reporting requirements, including database management, case noting, and file maintenance with a focus on evidencing client progress and outcomes. This will require completion of accurate and timely records and case notes in line with data protection and reporting requirements. 

• Provide logistical support for the procurement of into‑work support items and the delivery of employability workshops and employer events, including preparation of participant materials and coordination with partners.

• Analyse trends and barriers affecting employment outcomes and contribute insights to service development discussions to strengthen overall programme impact.

Ways of working (10%)

• Collaborate with internal colleagues and external partners to ensure that employment, training and self-employment pathways are integrated within longer-term integration planning.

• Gather and analyse client and employer feedback to inform continuous improvement of employability interventions and self-employment support.

• Carry out all the above in accordance with the aims, values and policies of International Rescue Committee, in particular in relation to safeguarding, confidentiality, impartiality and Equal Opportunities.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, partners and clients in English.**

• Strong knowledge of the local Hampshire employment context, including employment opportunities, key local employers and available training and development pathways. 

• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills, with the confidence to engage and maintain a wide range of internal and external partnerships.

• Good IT skills, including proficiency in using Microsoft Office and experience delivering or supporting meetings/workshops via online platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom.**

• Strong working knowledge of the UK labour market and recruitment processes, with the ability to coach clients on job search, CV development, interview preparation and workplace expectations.

• Ability to travel regularly throughout Hampshire, the service delivery area.**

Desirable

• Ability to communicate in Dari and/or Pashto, or another community language relevant to the Hampshire resettled population.

• Lived experience of forced migration, resettlement, or navigating UK employment systems as a refugee or migrant.

Experience

Essential

• Minimum two years of related experience, delivering tailored employability support with refugees, migrants or other vulnerable populations in Hampshire.**

• Experience delivering one-to-one employability coaching and/or group-based job readiness workshops in diverse, multi-lingual and cross-cultural environments.

• Experience conducting outreach to the private sector to build relationships and raise awareness. 

• Experience supporting clients to access employment, education and training opportunities, including liaising with Jobcentre Plus (DWP), training providers and employers where appropriate.

• Experience handling confidential documents and sensitive information.**

• Prior experience of using a client relationship management system or case management database, with accurate case noting and outcome tracking.

Desirable

• Experience supporting clients with self-employment pathways, including UK start-up basics (e.g., sole trader/limited company options, HMRC registration/Self Assessment) and signposting to appropriate business advice and start-up support services.

Are you someone who can bring calm to chaos, creativity to crisis, and leadership to a team supporting people at their most vulnerable? 

We are launching an exciting new service which will aid in de-escalating individuals in a state of crisis which is excaberated or influenced by gambling related behaviours, and we are looking for a Project Coordinator to help shape the service from the ground up. 

This is your chance to lead a small, passionate team of support workers and volunteers to build innovative peer‑led spaces, and support individuals navigating the complex intersection of gambling, mental health, and crisis. If you thrive in fast‑paced environments, love community‑driven work, and want to make a real difference, this role is for you.

What You’ll Lead & Create:

• Empower a diverse team of support workers and volunteers

• Working and collaborating with senior managers and stakeholders, including commissioners

• De‑escalate mental health crises with confidence, compassion, and creativity

• Hold your own caseload, offering bespoke 1:1 support around gambling, mental health, finances, housing and more

• Co‑produce psychoeducation workshops that explore root causes of gambling behaviours

• Build safe, meaningful peer‑led spaces for loved ones and affected others

• Drive outreach across Hounslow, connecting communities to support

• Collaborate with NHS, Public Health and internal teams to create an integrated, holistic service

• Lead safeguarding with confidence, ensuring every interaction is safe, ethical and well‑documented

What we're looking for

You’re autonomous, creative, and calm under pressure. You’ve worked in mental health and addiction settings, you understand safeguarding, and you’re ready to lead. You bring empathy, flexibility, and a non‑judgemental approach to every conversation.

• Minimum of 1 year working in mental health services

• Minimum of 1 year working with those impacted by addiction

• Minimum of 1 year of line management

• Experience of managing safeguarding risks and understanding legal requirements for safeguarding adults and children

Benefits of working with us

• Contributory pension — A solid pension that supports your future while you support others

• Generous annual leave — 25 days plus bank holidays, rising each year up to 30 days

• Mind Mental Health Day — a day off for your birthday  

• Perkbox wellness hub — Rewards, discounts and wellbeing tools to keep you feeling your best

• Cycle to Work — Save money, stay active and make your commute greener

• Flexible working — Balance life and work with supportive flexibility

• Employee Assistance Programme — Free counselling and confidential support whenever you need it

• Paid medical appointment time — Take care of your health without losing pay

• Training & development — Grow your skills with ongoing learning and professional support

• Mind Federated Network resources — Access shared training, expertise and tools from the wider Mind community

Please find a full JD and Person Specification attached to the ad. 

The Winchester Beacon has been supporting individuals experiencing homelessness for almost forty years. The organisation provides a safe and welcoming accommodation for up to 22 individuals, 365 days a year, 24 hours a day across 4 sites. Residents receive personalised support through regular one-to-one meetings with a Support Worker to plan steps towards positive change and independent living.

Role Description

This 0.6 part-time hybrid role (22.5 hours per week) of Facilities Manager is based in Winchester with some flexibility for remote work. The Facilities Manager will oversee the maintenance, safety and functionality of the organisation’s main site and off-site residences. Responsibilities include coordinating repairs and maintenance, managing contractors, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and performing regular site inspections. The role also involves maintaining records, managing budgets related to facilities, and collaborating with staff and stakeholders to ensure a safe and welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of facilities maintenance, including performing inspections, coordinating repairs and engaging with contractors.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong organisational and budget management skills to effectively oversee resources and documentation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Experience in managing multiple sites and troubleshooting facility-related issues is advantageous.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and in a hybrid work environment.
• A commitment to supporting individuals experiencing homelessness and knowledge of housing-related services is a plus.

Barnet Mencap is a charity based in Finchley that provides support and runs a multitude of projects for people with learning disabilities and/or Autism. We are dynamic, enthusiastic, diverse, and committed to equal opportunities and the safeguarding of children and adults at risk.

There is currently a vacancy within our Community Opportunities team for someone to enable adults with learning disabilities and/or autism to access leisure, learning and fitness-based activities in the community, working with groups or individuals.

We are looking for people who are available to work during the day, evenings and weekends.

The successful candidate will have:

• a genuine interest in working with people with learning disabilities and/or autism
• good initiative and show flexibility
• excellent interpersonal skills
• be confident and flexible
• an ability to keep accurate records

Please view the Job Description and Person Specification for a better idea of what the role entails and what we’re looking for.

To apply, please send your CV alongside a covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria in the person specification.

Closing Date:              Friday 14th August 2026

Interview Date:            We will review applications as they come in and offer interviews to those who meet the criteria.

Department: Governance & planning

Contract type:  Fixed term for 3 years

Hours: 37 per week

Salary:  Circa £46,453 per annum

Location:Home Based (UK wide travel as required)

Reports To:Governance & Planning Manager

Make a national impact 

The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) plays a key role in supporting UK Fire and Rescue Services to protect communities, save lives, and drive improvement across the sector.

We are looking for an experienced Impact Evaluation Manager to lead how we understand, measure, and demonstrate the impact of our work at a national level.

This is a high-profile, strategic role where your expertise will directly influence decision-making, shape national programmes, and strengthen evidence-based practice across the fire and rescue sector.

The role 

As NFCC’s lead for impact evaluation, you will:

• Develop and implement a consistent, organisation-wide approach to evaluation

• Lead the evaluation of national programmes, policies, and major initiatives

• Provide expert advice to senior leaders on impact, outcomes, and value for money

• Work with analysis and insight team to turn complex data into clear insights that influence strategic decisions

• Work closely with Fire and Rescue Services, government partners, and stakeholders

• Champion a culture of learning, evidence, and continuous improvement

This role requires strong strategic thinking, credibility, and the ability to lead through influence across a complex, national landscape.

About you 

You will bring: 

• Significant experience in evaluation, research, or impact assessment

• Strong knowledge of evaluation methods (e.g. theory of change, outcome frameworks)

• Experience working in complex, multi-stakeholder environments

• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to translate data into action

• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and shape decision-making

• A passion for evidence-led improvement and public sector impact

Experience in the fire and rescue, emergency services, or wider public sector is desirable but not essential.

Why join NFCC? 

• Play a key role in shaping national fire and rescue policy and practice

• Work with a wide range of senior leaders and sector partners

• Be part of an organisation that values collaboration, integrity, and improvement

• Flexible, remote working arrangements

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

If this sounds like the kind of opportunity that you would be interested in; please have a look at the Job Description on the NFCC website and apply. 

How to apply: 

Please complete the application form linked from the ‘apply now’ button on the NFCC website. CV’s will NOT be accepted for this position.

Closing Date: 22nd July 2026 with interviews being conducted week commencing 10th August 2026. 

PLEASE NOTE – THIS VACANCY WILL CLOSE BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS. 

NFCC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and will require a DBS check to be completed prior to commencing in post.

NFCC is committed to being an inclusive employer. We comply with the Equality Act 2010, and we believe that everyone deserves to work in safe environments that are free from bullying, harassment and discrimination, abuse, and harm, where they feel supported, welcome, and able to thrive.

NFCC acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice, all staff are expected to share this commitment

Severn & Wye Nature Programme Manager
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
£40,019 - £46,337per annum (FTE), depending on skills and experience + 7% pension contribution

6 months Fixed Term Contract, Maternity Cover
0.6-0.8 FTE (21 or 28 hours per week / 3 or 4 days per week depending on candidate’s experience and circumstances)

Evening and weekend work may be required from time to time. Paid overtime is not available, but time off in lieu of hours worked will be given.

Closing date – 3rd August 2026
Interviews will be held 17th-21st August 2026

Severn & Wye Nature (SWN) is a partnership of the region's leading environmental organisations, bringing together nine Wildlife Trusts alongside The Heart of England Forest, WWT, the National Trust, RSPB, Severn Rivers Trust and The Woodland Trust. We are taking action to kickstart nature’s recovery in the heart of England and Wales. By working collaboratively, we can deliver ambitious restoration programmes across a vast landscape – linking together nature, farming and finance for positive change. 

What you will be doing:

As Programme Manager, you will provide continuity of leadership during a critical transition period. The focus will be on maintaining strategic direction, progressing priority projects and strengthening the programmes position to secure funding and move into delivery. The postholder will not be expected to deliver the full programme workplan but will play a key role in progressing priority opportunities, developing early-stage business cases and supporting business development activity with funders, buyers and partners.

Working closely with a wide range of partners, you'll provide strategic leadership and coordination, identify and develop new funding opportunities, and refine the programme's pipeline of projects to ensure they are aligned with market demand and delivery readiness.

You will have:

 

• Strong programme management and strategic delivery experience
• Experience developing or contributing to business cases, funding bids or investment propositions
• Ability to translate complex projects into clear, compelling value propositions
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Experience in environmental programmes, natural capital or nature recovery is advantageous

This is a fixed term contract of six months but provided further funding is secured it could be extended for a further 4-6 months to cover the remainder of the maternity period.

The Trust is committed to building an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce we encourage applications from a diverse range of suitably qualified candidates.  Please let us know if you require any adjustments to make our recruitment process more accessible.

Why work for us - benefits we offer:

• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and Service-related holiday (pro-rated for part time staff)
• Salary sacrifice benefits
• Life assurance
• Generous pension - company contribution 7%, employee contribution 3%
• Enhanced Sick Pay
• Flexible working policy
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff discounts
• Employee away days
• Enhanced pay for maternity and adoption leave
• Coaching 
• Support with training and development to assist career progression
• Inclusive & supportive work atmosphere

About us:

Shropshire Wildlife Trust (SWT) has a vision of a thriving natural world, where Shropshire's wildlife and natural habitats play a valued role in addressing the climate and ecological emergencies, and people are inspired and empowered to take action for nature. We combine projects across Shropshire (including Telford & Wrekin) with advocacy and campaigning to restore nature and to engage people. We manage over 40 nature reserves and have almost 50 staff, 300 volunteers, and over 9000 members. SWT is an autonomous charity, but we are increasingly working collectively, as part of The Wildlife Trusts (TWT), to ensure that our local actions have a national impact and help to address global issues.

Technical Lead (Contract)

Contract: Initial 6-Month Contract (Rolling)
Rate: £500–£650 per day
Location: London (Hybrid Working)
Reporting to: Head of Service Delivery

Technical Lead – Enterprise Technology & Service Operations

We are currently seeking an experienced Technical Lead to join a high-profile organisation on an initial 6-month rolling contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on technical leader to take ownership of a complex enterprise technology estate, ensuring operational excellence, resilience, security, and continuous improvement across business-critical systems.

Working closely with the Enterprise Architect, Head of Service Delivery, managed service providers, and senior business stakeholders, you will play a key role in bridging the gap between technology design and operational delivery, ensuring new solutions are successfully transitioned into BAU support and optimised throughout their lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the transition of newly implemented technology solutions into operational support.
• Act as the technical custodian for the live IT environment, ensuring stability, resilience, performance, and security.
• Provide technical governance and oversight of third-party managed service providers.
• Assess technical changes for impact, risk, and alignment with architectural standards.
• Lead root cause analysis and resolution of major incidents and recurring technical issues.
• Maintain technical standards, documentation, and operational architecture artefacts.
• Drive platform lifecycle management, upgrades, patching strategies, and technical debt reduction.
• Collaborate with Security and Resilience teams to ensure secure-by-design principles are embedded throughout the technology estate.
• Facilitate technical reviews with stakeholders to identify risks, improvements, and optimisation opportunities.
• Contribute operational insight into technology roadmap planning and future-state initiatives.
• Ensure compliance, security, and regulatory requirements are effectively managed.

Required Experience

We're looking for a technically strong leader with broad enterprise technology experience and a proven track record of operating within complex environments.

Essential Skills

• Strong technical expertise across enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, security, systems, and integration technologies.
• Experience supporting enterprise architecture within operational environments.
• Strong understanding of ITIL and service management best practices.
• Ability to translate architectural designs into sustainable operational support models.
• Experience managing and governing outsourced or managed service providers.
• Strong knowledge of change management, risk assessment, and technical governance.
• Experience balancing BAU support, operational improvement, and strategic technology initiatives.
• Comfortable working within both agile and traditional delivery frameworks.

Stakeholder Management

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to influence senior business and technology stakeholders.
• Proven experience working closely with architects, service delivery teams, and external partners.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive technical discussions and resolve complex issues.
• Passion for operational excellence, documentation standards, and continuous improvement.

What's on Offer?

• Initial 6-month contract with strong likelihood of extension.
• Competitive day rate of £500–£650 per day.
• Hybrid working model with a London-based office.
• Opportunity to influence the operational direction of a large-scale enterprise technology environment.
• Work alongside senior technology leaders and architects on strategically important initiatives.

If you're an experienced Technical Lead with a strong background in enterprise technology operations, service governance, and stakeholder management, we'd like to hear from you.

Salary: Grade 3 - £37,609 per annum including £5,023 London Weighting

Contract: Fixed term until 23rd April 2028

Location: London

Hours: 35 per week – Full time

Closing date: Monday 27th July 2026 at 11.30pm

Join Shelter as a Financial Resilience Adviser in our mission to drive systemic change and fight for housing justice.  At a time when the housing emergency continues to deepen, your experience could help transform lives and challenge the systems that perpetuate injustice. Come and play a central role in our mission to defend the right to a safe, and secure home. Working with Shelter means being part of a passionate team that believes a safe home is a fundamental right. Here, your skills don’t just change lives - they shape a fairer housing system.

About The Role

Delivering advice and advocacy in a variety of community settings, you will provide casework on debt, along with housing and welfare benefits, ensuring that quality assurance and standards are met in all areas and that you keep your own knowledge up to date. Identifying systemic issues by gathering evidence and developing insight will be crucial to bringing about the change we need, as well as working with a variety of stakeholders, building relationships locally and working collaboratively to achieve shared outcomes.

About You

• You have demonstrable experience of providing debt advice and related advice on housing and welfare, in line with current legislation 
• Experience supporting people with multiple disadvantages.
• You are able to manage your caseload and meet deadlines
• You have effective communication skills and technical skills, using IT programmes to communicate and record client data. 
• Everything you do will be in line with safeguarding procedures, our anti – racism goals and Equality and Diversity policies and practices.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.

About The Team 

This role will be part of our ongoing work with our Hero Partner which aims to build financial resilience and break the cycles that lead to financial exclusion and poor financial health negatively impacting people’s housing situations. With the ongoing cost of living crisis, we provide support to people in financial crisis and build resilience in the most vulnerable communities.

About Shelter

Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet every day millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency. 

We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.

We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.   

Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.  

How to Apply

 Please click ‘Apply for Job’. You are required to submit your work history and a supporting statement. The supporting statement should include your responses to the first four points in the ‘About You’ section of the job description of no more than 1000 words in total. Please state at the top of your supporting statement which location(s) you would like to be considered for.

Please provide specific examples following the STAR format and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below in your responses: 

• We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset

Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered.

Safeguarding Statement

Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.

Recruitment Agencies

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

National – home/hybrid with travel to local authority areas as required

Ref: MMA-261

Are you an experienced programme or partnerships professional with a talent for building relationships, making sense of complex information and turning insight into action? Do you have the skills to engage senior stakeholders, work collaboratively across systems and help shape a new national programme from the ground up?

If so, St Giles Trust is looking for a Programme Mobilisation Manager to lead the mobilisation of our national lived experience support programme as part of the Changing Futures initiative.

About St Giles Trust
An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need.  Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.

About the Programme

Changing Futures is a national, cross-government programme that supports local authority partnerships to improve outcomes for people experiencing multiple disadvantage, including homelessness, substance misuse, poor mental health, domestic abuse and contact with the criminal justice system.

St Giles Trust has been commissioned to deliver a national lived experience support offer, working alongside the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) and other national partners to strengthen local delivery, embed lived experience and support long-term systems change.

About this key role
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the early development of a national programme. During this three-month mobilisation phase, you will build strong relationships with local partnerships, people with lived experience and national stakeholders, gathering insight to understand local priorities and ensure our support offer is responsive, practical and grounded in real experience.

You will lead engagement and listening activities across local areas, identify opportunities for collaboration, translate learning into clear delivery plans and help establish a credible and influential national presence for the programme.

What we are looking for

• Proven experience leading programme mobilisation, implementation or service development within complex partnership environments.
• Experience working across systems supporting people experiencing multiple disadvantage, social exclusion or related fields.
• A track record of building effective relationships with local authorities, statutory agencies, voluntary sector organisations and people with lived experience.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and translate insight into practical action.
• Excellent communication, facilitation and influencing skills, with confidence engaging a wide range of stakeholders.
• The ability to work strategically while maintaining a practical, delivery-focused approach in a fast-paced environment.

Please note this role requires a Basic DBS check.  

In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more.

We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.

St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.

Part Time 28 hours pw over 4 days / Service operates 9-5pm

Whitechapel, London - The Royal London Hospital and Community

Ref: TRC-261

Closing date: 31/07/2026

Are you an engaging, collaborative and highly organised individual with experience of working with ‘high risk,’ vulnerable young people, working effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team, and have a flexible and empathetic approach to your work? 

If so, join St Giles Trust as our Trauma Caseworker, where you will play a key role in our award-winning youth violence service at the Royal London Hospital, which supports vulnerable victims of violence aged 11-25. 

About St Giles Trust 
An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others. 

St Giles is expanding its delivery of hospital-based projects; this service is aimed at vulnerable 10 to 25-year-olds who attend the adult or paediatric emergency department or Urgent Care Centre at Whipps Cross ED. We will work alongside hospital staff to proactively identify vulnerable young people and help them to access and engage the support they need to prevent any potential escalation of violence and reduce the risk of repeat victimisation or exploitation.

About this key role 
You will be embedded in the trauma team, working closely with clinicians and hospital staff to provide support for young people admitted to the Major Trauma Centre right through to their discharge back into the community, including access to appropriate longer-term support. You will be expected to identify and provide a comprehensive and holistic assessment, advice, referral and support service to young victims of violence people, exploring innovative and effective ways of supporting them which will reduce their risk of re-victimisation.  

You will produce support and risk management plans based on your assessments, promoting inter-agency collaboration in the assessment and planning process, and develop and maintain relationships with partner agencies.  We will also count on you to deliver a holistic support service, working solo or with colleagues as the situation dictates, providing a practical service that will include social and housing support, accompanying to appointments, benefits work, debt advice, liaising with utilities, appearing in court, DIY and cleaning. 

What we are looking for
You will be passionate about support and uplifting Children and Young people and want to make a difference within the community for the betterment of Children and Young People. You’ll also have an understanding of dominant youth culture and be relatable. You’ll need:

• A good understanding of the communities we support, including barriers certain communities face as well as the drivers of violence and exploitation
• Substantial experience of providing support, advice and advocacy 
• Substantial experience of assessing the needs of children and young people who at risk of significant harm  
• Experience of working as part of a multi-agency team, working together to achieve positive outcomes for young people
• Experience of assessing risk and implementing safety procedures as they relate to children and young people
• A knowledge of relevant services for young people and their families in the service provision area.
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building and communication skills, both verbal and written.

In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more.

We are an equity and inclusion-confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.

St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.
 

At Peabody, we’re passionate about creating opportunities for young people to thrive. We’re looking for a Floating Support Worker who is kind, proactive, and ready to support young people aged 18–25, including care leavers, on their journey to independence.

Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor, so we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

This role will involve driving between various properties across Borehamwood. You will require a driving licence and your own car.

This is not a care role. It’s a practical and emotional support position, helping young people build life skills, access housing and feel empowered to shape their future.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you’ll support young people to develop the skills they need for independent living, including navigating housing options, managing benefits, and budgeting. You’ll help create a safe, non-judgmental environment where they feel empowered and respected. By bringing your own passions, whether in music, art, sports, or other interests, you’ll enrich the community and build meaningful connections. You’ll also work closely with colleagues and external partners to ensure each young person receives the right support at the right time.

What we’re looking for - we need someone who:

• Connects easily with young people, especially those who’ve faced trauma, mental health challenges, or substance misuse.
• Is creative and confident in engaging young people, whether through music, sports, art, or other interests.
• Can work independently and as part of a team, managing a caseload and supporting residents with budgeting, benefits, and housing options.
• Has strong communication and IT skills, and ideally some knowledge of safeguarding, support plans, or key working.
• Brings transferable experience from youth work, education, housing, or similar sectors.

Why join us?

When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. 
We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.

What you’ll get

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental, and discounts.
• 4x Life Assurance and up to 10% pension contribution.
• Professional development, including funded apprenticeships.
• Two paid volunteering days each year.
• Family-friendly policies and a supportive team culture.

Please read before applying:

This is a part-time, onsite role, and you’ll need to be available to work 3 or 4 days a week.  

We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so you might hear from us before the closing date, keep an eye on your inbox and your phone! 
 
The selection process includes a 2 hour, in-person interview, taking place on 04/08/26 and 05/08/26 in Hertford.

Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor, so we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

For questions, contact us, we’re happy to help!

If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you.
 
Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.

Closing date: 29 July 2026 at midnight.