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Head of Development

Location: Dudley, West Midlands
Job Type: Full time, 37.5 hours per week + Benefits
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £48,000 per annum

Our client is seeking a Head of Development to lead the creation, development and delivery of the Museum’s fundraising strategy. The Head of Development will identify and meet funding requirements for large capital projects and lead the growth of recurring funding income from members, patrons and legacies. This includes compliance responsibility for fundraising governance, processes, budgeting and developing resources to grow both restricted and unrestricted funds.

What will you be doing?

As the Museum’s funding specialist, you will create, develop and deliver the Museum’s fundraising strategy, generating income from trusts and foundations, individuals, public and statutory bodies and any other appropriate fundraising sources. Your responsibilities include:

• Establishing sustainable relationships with major funders, partners and potential donors.
• Articulate a clearly defined ‘case’ for supporting the Museum.
• Oversee the growth and diversity of the Museum’s membership, patron and legacy programmes.
• Maintain oversight of larger trust fundraising opportunities and provide direction for restricted fundraising activity.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Museum, identifying and meeting funding requirements for specific projects.
• Coordinate the reporting requirements of existing and new funding agreements and preparation of future funding bids.
• Represent and promote the Museum at networking events.
• Manage the relationship between the Museum and the Fundraising Regulator.
• Lead and develop a small fundraising team.

What are they looking for?

• Evidential experience in fundraising in the cultural sector with a proven track record in writing and winning funding bids and developing fundraising strategies.
• Proven success in raising income and support from a diverse range of funders, including individuals, businesses, trusts and foundations, and public/statutory sources.
• Someone who is results-driven with the ability to represent the Museum to a range of external audiences and demonstrate the highest levels of integrity.
• A first-class communicator with the ability to, and experience of, communicating a vision and a case.
• A flexible and adaptable approach to changing demands and priorities.
• Optimum standards of presentation, attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident budgetary skills and experience of working under pressure and to deadlines.

Who are they?

They are an award-winning 31-acre open-air museum. Throughout our 46-year history, their aim has always been clear: Inspiring your discovery of the Black Country. They ensure that the revolutionary story of the Black Country’s industrial landscape – the first ever of its kind in the UK – is celebrated by generations.

What can you expect?

• Unique Working environment: The Museum hosts seasonal, themed, and high-profile events, as well as being regularly used for TV and Film locations.
• Opportunity to learn new skills.
• Competitive rewards & benefits.
• Supportive & inclusive work culture.
• Positive attitude to work-life balance.

What are you waiting for? Begin your Journey now and apply using your most up-to-date CV.
They are an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment that celebrates the richness of the human experience. They are dedicated to eliminating bias and discrimination at every stage and encourage applicants to get in touch should they require reasonable adjustments during the interview process. They welcome applications from underrepresented groups and believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

Their commitment to safeguarding includes implementing robust safer recruitment procedures to assess the suitability of individuals applying for roles that involve work with children and adults who may be at risk of harm.

Closing date: 02 December2024

Virtual first Interviews will take place on a rolling basis and final interviews will take place in the early weeks of December 2024. Adjustments will be made should successful candidates be unable to attend.

As they say in the Black Country, tara-a-bit!

You may have experience in the following: Fundraising Manager, Development Officer, Grants and Partnerships Manager, Philanthropy Manager, Trusts and Foundations Officer, Donor Relations Manager, Capital Projects Fundraiser, Legacy Giving Manager, Cultural Sector Development Officer, Head of Philanthropy, Sponsorship Coordinator, Community Engagement Lead, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Events Fundraising Lead, Charitable Giving Advisor, etc.

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The Cleft Lip and Palate Association (CLAPA) is the national charity for people affected by cleft lip and palate in the United Kingdom.

CLAPA supports people affected by cleft to take control of their journey, connect with others, and use their voices to impact the future of care. Our vision is that no one affected by cleft lip and palate in the United Kingdom will go through their journey alone.

We are seeking a Head of Communications and Marketing to lead on the charity's communications strategy.

The Head of Communications and Marketing is a strategically important post in the organisation with lead responsibility for overseeing communications, marketing and PR for the UK’s only national cleft lip and palate support charity. The role involves managing all aspects of internal and external communications including media relations, digital content and brand strategy. 

The role reports directly to the Chief Executive, is a member of the Senior Management Team and works closely with the CLAPA Board of Trustees to ensure that we maximise all opportunities to promote the work of the charity.  The post holder also has responsibility for the direct line management of the Communications and Marketing team.

How to Apply

Please read the Recruitment Pack in full and then complete the online Application Form linked within. For safeguarding reasons, we are not able to accept CVs.

Applications close: 9am on Monday 9th December 2024

Interviews – 1st stage: Thursday 12th December 2024

Interviews – 2nd stage: Tuesday 17th December 2024

Start date: As soon as possible – to be agreed

Head of Fundraising and Marketing

About us:

Hospice at Home’s core service is its skilled team of Registered Nurses and Healthcare Assistants who provide exceptional care and support in people’s last year of life and at end of life, also providing additional services such as Lymphoedema, Bereavement and Family Support, Befriending, Occupational Therapy and Complementary Therapy.

We provide individualised care and support to improve quality of life and our end of life care helps facilitate a peaceful and dignified death in the home and support to those who are bereaved.

Although we receive some funding from the NHS, we need to raise over 85% of our running costs in order to ensure that this vital help is available when needed and remains free of charge to patients and their families. Our Fundraising team plays a huge part in raising these vital funds.

Our clinical service area covers a mixture of urban and rural communities, a region of approximately 1,500 square miles throughout North and East Cumbria.

Role: Head of Fundraising and Marketing

Location: Head Office – Dalston, Cumbria.

Salary: £35,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 Hours per week

Closing Date: 2300 Sunday 08 December 2024

Type: Permanent

The Role of Head of Fundraising and Marketing:

Responsible for the leadership and success of fundraising and marketing for Hospice at Home Carlisle and North Lakeland, our Head of Fundraising and Marketing is a pivotal role, key to leading and inspiring the Fundraising and Marketing team in sustaining, developing and growing our income and income opportunities.

Utilising your exceptional leadership, events and project management skills, you will guide, support and motivate the team; implementing and managing an engaging and exciting fundraising and marketing strategy that maximises income from events, appeals, grants, corporates, legacies and any other income opportunities that align with organisational goals and vision.

You thrive on challenge and seek opportunities for continuous improvement, to network, to raise the profile of the organisation and have a positive attitude to change with a focus on creating an encouraging, collaborative environment where new ideas thrive.

Are you a highly organised, proactive, motivational, inspiring leader and influencer with skills based in fundraising, marketing, events and project management?

Are you positive and enthusiastic about championing our organisational vision to create a future in which everyone within our community who is facing life limiting illness, regardless of cause, receives the best possible palliative and end of life care and their families and carers receive the support they need?

Yes? Then this could be the role for you!

Essential Criteria:

· Experience of leading and people management, interacting with people from diverse backgrounds with exceptional communication and networking skills

· Experience of event and project management in fundraising/marketing in the voluntary/charity sector

· Educated, as a minimum, to A Level standard or equivalent in relevant subjects

· Experience of managing budgets and regular reporting

· Current knowledge of Health & Safety regulations

· Excellent IT skills covering Microsoft packages, website and CRM software

· Self-motivated with the ability to delegate and negotiate

· Excellent working knowledge of the charity sector with a good knowledge of Institute of Fundraising guidelines

· Flexible and resilient to support events outside of usual office hours.

· Full clean UK driving licence and own transport

Desirable Criteria:

· Leadership qualification (ILM, CMI, CIPD or similar)

· Member of the Institute of Fundraising with a certificate in fundraising management or willing to achieve accreditation

· Project management qualification – Prince II, Agile, PMP / other

· Knowledge of healthcare and / or end of life care and the Hospice movement

· Knowledge of the geographical area covered by the service

· Experience of culture change / change management

· Experience of HR / People processes

· Experience of public speaking

Our offer to you:

· Salary £35,000 per annum

· Contributory pension scheme

· 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

· Annual leave purchase scheme

· Free onsite parking at Head Office

· EAP - Employee assistance programme

· Development opportunities

· Local gym discounts

· Volunteer ‘Give a Day’

· Mileage allowance

· Cycle to work scheme

· Flexible working

· Staff complementary therapy days

· Onsite (head office) employee counselling

· Wellbeing focus including dedicated wellbeing room

· REAL job satisfaction – knowing that your work means something and your contributions to continuous improvements matter

How to apply:

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion because we understand the value that diverse thought, background and experience brings to an organisation which helps us to provide outstanding care for all of our patients and their families.

To apply for this role please send a copy of your current CV including a summary statement and / or covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and why you would like to work with us by clicking apply online before 23:00 Sunday 08 December 2024.

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, medical and appropriate checks such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Right to Work.

Our client is a leading provider of support services for individuals with learning disabilities, committed to empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives. They are seeking a visionary Head of Operations to join their team in Warrington, Cheshire, and play a crucial role in shaping the future of the organisation as they navigate a period of growth and transformation.

About the Role:

As the Head of Operations, you will bring strategic insight, operational expertise, and inspirational leadership to a senior management role that is integral to their mission. Working closely with the Board, you will lead a dedicated team and collaborate with stakeholders to drive innovative, impactful services that adapt to the evolving needs of those they support.

As the Head of Operations, you will be responsible for:

• Leadership & Strategy: Shape and deliver operational objectives aligned with the organisations mission, championing continuous improvement and best practices across the organisation.

• Collaboration: Engage and build partnerships with the learners, families, the Board and external stakeholders to develop forward-thinking delivery plans.

• Team Motivation: Inspire and lead staff and volunteers, fostering a culture of high-quality service and resource efficiency.

• Operational Oversight: Ensure statutory compliance, financial stewardship, and achievement of KPIs, maintaining high standards in all areas of operations.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Develop strategies to build confidence and trust among stakeholders, partners, and sponsors, actively promoting the organisations mission.

• Sector Leadership: Represent the organisation as a thought leader in learning disabilities, advocating for innovative practices and sector-wide growth.

To be successful in this role, the Head of Operations will have the following experience:

• Proven senior leadership experience within a charity, health and social care, or learning disabilities setting, with a strong record of successfully managing organisational change.

• Expertise in navigating complex change initiatives, building resilient, forward-thinking teams.

• Strong ability to build and maintain impactful relationships with stakeholders, partners, and sponsors.

• Experience in managing budgets and resources, with a keen understanding of operating in a financially constrained environment.

• Deeply committed to equality, diversity, safeguarding, and inclusion, with a solutions-oriented approach.

Benefits of Joining

This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a sector-leading organisation. You'll play a pivotal role in supporting individuals with learning disabilities, and in return, you'll join a team that values collaboration, creativity, and professional growth.

To Apply:Submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and what you would bring to this role.

If you're a strategic, driven leader with a successful track record of achieving results and are ready to make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you!

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from any individual regardless of their sex, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, disability or age. All applications will be considered on merit.

Are you a dynamic communications leader with a passion for storytelling and a knack for building high-profile visibility? The King’s Trust International is searching for an experienced Head of Communications to shape and elevate our brand and bring to life the unforgettable moments at our flagship events. This mission-critical role is essential for strengthening our profile and reputation.

About the Role

As Head of Communications, you'll play a key role in designing and implementing communications strategies for King’s Trust’s most celebrated events, including:

• The Global Gala in New York City: Co-chaired by Lionel Richie and Edward Enninful, this annual event brings together VIPs from fashion, entertainment, philanthropy, and business to raise funds for global youth programs. With over $4 million raised in past years, the Global Gala garners worldwide media attention and amplifies our impact on young lives globally.
• The King's Trust Awards and US Enterprise Challenge Finals: Following the Gala, you'll lead communications for the US Enterprise Challenge finals and provide ongoing support for the King’s Trust Awards and other events during a six-month term, with potential for a permanent position based on need and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic media plans for high-profile events
• Lead press operations and manage media outreach to amplify The King’s Trust’s international mission and activities
• Foster partnerships with key media outlets to maximize coverage
• Create compelling narratives and materials to showcase the impact of our programs on youth worldwide

Who You Are

You’re a savvy, media-driven professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and has a proven track record of driving high-profile coverage. If you have the vision, creativity, and expertise to elevate our mission and impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Perks for working at The King’s Trust International:

• Great holiday package. 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus public holidays. Office closure the days between Christmas and New Year
• Fantastic Family leave. Receive 13 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for maternity and adoption leave and pro rata entitlement for shared parental leave. Receive 8 weeks full pay for paternity leave.
• Flexible and agile working. Where operationally possible, you can work your hours that support a work-life balance including compressed hours and hybrid-working (part office - part home based) or working from home options.
• Benefits platform. Everything from health and financial wellbeing support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas
• A free employee assistance programme (EAP) to support your mental wellbeing.
• KTI will contribute 5% of your salary to the workplace Pension Scheme
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
• In-house and external training opportunities available throughout the year

King's Trust International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks (or international equivalents) in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within King’s Trust International, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants.

In further support of a Safeguarding First approach we are signatories to the Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. The Scheme facilitates the sharing of misconduct data between employers. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her/their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

We are committed to equitable work practices and believe in building a diverse organisation that is representative of and responsive to the needs of our young people and stakeholders. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian, Mixed and other Ethnic candidates which are currently under-represented throughout King’s Trust International. As a disability confident employer, we will interview applicants that meet the essential criteria who have declared a disability. Please let us know if you need any adjustments at the interview stage.

A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

Position: Head of Equity, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Type: Full-time (35 hours a week), Permanent
Location: Office based in London with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: £63,654 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 4

About us 

We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.  

Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus. 

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information. 

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.  

About this job 

As Head of EEDI you will play a pivotal role in leading our commitment to promote equity and equality and shape a diverse and inclusive environment for staff, volunteers and the MS communities.  You will ensure that Equity, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is embedded in all we do and our EEDI principles are understood and role modelled throughout the organisation.

Working with our Board, Executive Group and everyone across the organisation, you will bring meaningful change to the way we operate, the services we provide and how we engage with the MS Communities.

Closing date for applications: 9:00 on 29 November 2024

Interested?

PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Equal Opportunities 
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds.

We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application. 

Disability Confident Employer 
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.

You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.

If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.

More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to): 

Encouraging work life balance

• 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
• More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
• Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us) 
• Flexible working options 

Caring for you and your family 

• Generous sick pay entitlement
• More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment 
• Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year 
• Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis 
• Enhanced leave for new parents 
• Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
• Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
• 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Death in service scheme
• New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
  • In the event of miscarriage or still birth 
  • To support fertility treatments
  • For antenatal appointments for both parents

Thinking about your finances 

• Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
• Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
• New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing

Enriching your life at work

• Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
• Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
• New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely 
• Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups) 
• Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community) 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal

Safeguarding 
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.

This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.

We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.

We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.

Your right to work in the UK 
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.

You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.

No agencies please.

Location: Weymouth National Boat Centre, Barrack Road, Weymouth, Dorset. DT4 8TZ

Contract: Full time, Permanent

Salary: £35,600 gross per annum

Closing Date: 6/12/2024 (may close early if right candidate is found)

Are you a watersports professional looking for a new opportunity?

The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is a vibrant and growing charity delivering life changing nautical adventure for young people through the Sea Cadets to give them the best possible head start in life. We also provide personal and professional development opportunities for seafarers with the Marine Society. Working with our staff, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a vision and five-year strategy to take us forward and further improve the astounding contribution already made through our work to the lives of thousands of young people and seafarers, while fully supporting our volunteers who are vital to our success.

We are currently looking for an Assistant Head of Inshore Boating to join our team.

 

About the role

Sea Cadets deliver life changing opportunities to young people through the challenge and adventure of getting out on the water. The Assistant Head of Inshore Boating is instrumental in facilitating these experiences as part of a team working to support volunteers and colleagues across the UK, with a focus on our five activities of dinghy sailing, paddlesport, powerboating, rowing and windsurfing. The post will require experience of dealing with people of all ages/backgrounds, in the management of delivering activities, equipment/facilities and supporting the development of instructors.

We are looking for a passionate practitioner, with a background in delivering both on and off the water, and in-depth experience of operating procedures and governing documentation. Experience of working with young people is essential.

Responsibilities

· Lead on developing our boating/watersports framework

· Support volunteer led activity across the UK in delivering life affirming on the water experiences to young people.

· Support the Head of Inshore in the development and delivery of assurance and safety of Boating.

· Day to day Line management of the office team

· Collaborate with the wider Inshore team to support central training, particularly Instructor Training.

 

Requirements

· A qualified watersports practitioner at or approaching Trainer/Tutor level

· An in depth understanding of operating procedures and documentation

· Experience of watersports at a strategic level

 

Desirable

· Experience or knowledge of youth and/or uniformed organisations

· Experience or knowledge of the charity sector

 

For further information, please download the Recruitment Pack.

 

Benefits

• 51 days annual leave per annum
• Life assurance (4x salary) for those that join the pension
• Private medical insurance
• Pension (employer contribution up to 10%)
• Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling
• Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential.
• National staff conference: All employees come together once a year to reflect on the past year and celebrate success at our offsite staff conference. This is a great opportunity to listen to employees' views, and for employees to network, share information and socialise.

If you are interested in this vacancy, please apply now!

Additional Information

MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer.

We recognise our responsibilities to safeguard and protect the young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We do all we can to promote their health, safety and wellbeing, and we expect our staff to share this commitment and work in line with safeguarding policy, the MSSC’s values and ethos of inclusivity. We adhere to safer recruitment practices and therefore employment is subject to detailed pre-employment checks for successful candidates, including references and criminal disclosure checks and the completion of a disclosure questionnaire. 

All successful applicants are required to attend safeguarding training and undergo a criminal record check.

Head of Residential Childcare

Location: Much Hadham, Hertfordshire
Job Type: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: up to £70,000 per annum

Do you have experience of leading and managing Residential Children’s Homes?

Are you experienced in Ofsted inspections and Children’s Home compliance and are seeking a new challenge, where you do not hold registration for a service?

About the role

Our client specialises in providing high quality care and education to children and young people with epilepsy and other complex medical conditions. They are offering an exciting opportunity for a Head of Residential Childcare Services to lead, develop and oversee seven children’s homes, ensuring the highest standard of bespoke care and support is provided for each young person. They are underway with registering their seven homes individually with Ofsted and the post holder will play a pivotal role in leading on the registrations and ensuring its success. This role will not hold registration for the services.

About you

This opportunity will allow you to use your existing knowledge and expertise in the management of Children’s Homes, to implement new ideas, support and develop their Registered Managers, whilst ensuring best practice and compliance with Ofsted regulations.

You’ll be working in collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams across the organisation, so well developed interpersonal skills are essential. You will be someone that thinks outside the box; taking service expansion and admissions into consideration, alongside managing the day-today operations of the service. You will be creative and strategic in your approach allowing you to effectively bring the Children’s Services strategic plan to realisation.

They would love to hear from you if you have:

• Substantial experience working with children with learning disabilities in a residential care setting
• previous experience working as a Registered Manager (or similar)
• experience in Ofsted inspections, compliance and regulations
• a Level 5 Diploma Leadership and Management in Children’s and Young People’s Workforce or relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification

This role will work 5 days out of 7 days, usually Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm but with flexibility to meet service need.

Benefits

In addition to excellent staff training, their employees are also rewarded with various other benefits offered as part of your employment:

• 27 days’ annual leave
• Fully paid for DBS
• Life Insurance
• Eligible for discounts via “Blue Light Card”
• Free on-site parking
• High street retail/leisure discounts
• Discounted gym membership
• Recommend a friend payment of up to £500 (T&Cs apply)
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to contributory pension scheme

How can you find out more?

All applications should be made on the website. All offers are conditional and subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks and references including an enhanced DBS check. Please note they are not on a public transport route. Salary is dependent on the role, qualifications and experience.

Applications will be reviewed and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis; therefore, it is recommended that you apply sooner rather than later. They reserve the right to close this advert if they receive sufficient applications ahead of the deadline.

If you require reasonable adjustments at application or interview stage, please do let them know as soon as possible.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

They embrace diversity and aspire to create a diverse and inclusive working culture. They are proud to be recognised as an Investor in People and to hold Disability Confident status. They are an equal opportunities employer welcoming all applications from across the community.

Safeguarding

They are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, vulnerable adults and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service. Some of their positions involve regulated activity relevant to vulnerable children, adults and young people. It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group. Their vacancies are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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Based across 60 acres of beautiful countryside, Our client is a charity supporting children, young people and adult day clients with epilepsy and other complex medical conditions, the severity of which impacts upon their health, social, behaviour, learning and emotional development.

Over the past 120 years, they have grown and developed to comprise a non-maintained special School for both boarders and day students, a specialist Further Education College, domiciliary care for College learners, Supported Living in the community, a comprehensive Day Opportunities programme for adult day clients and 24 hour health provision provided by specialist nurses and therapists.

You may also have experience in the following: Head of Care, Residential Care Manager, Residential Childcare Manager, Head of Childcare, Care Manager, Case Manager, Support Worker, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Case Management, Coaching, Mentoring, Social Worker, Case Worker, Engagement, Community Support, Rehabilitation, Resettlement, etc.

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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Head of Children and Young People’s Services, to join an ambitious healthcare charity based in Leatherhead.

As Head of Children and Young People’s Services, you will be lead, manage and develop the services in this area, providing overarching leadership, and management.

The Head of the department needs to monitor the needs of the service, and where possible find creative and innovative ways to develop the service and address growing and changing needs. Key responsibilities include leading on the delivery of outputs and outcomes of a number of grant funded services, planning and managing the departmental budget for the Children and Young People’s Service and regular reporting to Surrey County Council, Services Committee, Trustee Board, and funders as required. You will work to support and supervise the team of staff and volunteers and provide information, support and advice for children and their families /carers.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding individual who is passionate about providing high-quality care and support for children and young people, and who can lead and manage with strategic vision and operational excellence. Extensive experience of working with children, young people and families that has included the overarching responsibility for Safeguarding children and young people is crucial, as is a strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and best practices. The ability to travel extensively throughout Surrey is a must.

If you’re looking to join a well-established and impactful charity who work to help people live full and independent lives, then please do get in touch ASAP!

Please note, only successful candidates will be contacted with further information.

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

Save the Children International has an exciting opportunity for a Global Head of Brand and Creative Content to join our global team.

Team and Role Purpose 

The Global Head of Brand and Creative Content sits in our Global Engagement Team, whose purpose is to harness the power of brand, creative content, digital experience, and integrated planning and strategy to expand our reach, increase revenue, and enhance our reputation. Working collaboratively with the global movement, the Global Engagement Team blends art and science to turn insights into action, designing audience-centric strategies, stories and campaigns that connect and inspire, driving lasting impact for children. By engaging more people in our cause and challenging not-for-profit conventions, we develop innovative content marketing and leverage digital technologies to stand out and stay relevant, ensuring the support children need for the future.

The purpose of the Global Head of Brand and Creative Content role is to lead the strategic vision and execution of Save the Children’s global brand and creative content to accelerate our income, influence and impact for children. This role will enhance global brand identity, drive consistency and relevance, and ensure high-quality, insight-driven and emotionally engaging content that expands our reach, boosts fundraising, and bolsters our reputation. By guiding a global team and collaborating across Save the Children International, members and country offices, the Global Head of Brand and Creative Content will foster innovation, inspire our audiences, and help build a movement of millions for children.

Job Title: Global Head of Brand and Creative Content
Reports To: Global Engagement Director
Work Pattern: Hybrid/Remote with flexible working options available 
Contract Length: Permanent

Grade: M4
Location: Any approved Save the Children International office location. 

Time Zone: Any

Salary: In accordance with our global compensation and benefits framework, location-specific salary scales and benefits will apply. For candidates based in the UK, we can offer circa £75,000 per annum.

Right to Work: The successful candidate must possess the unrestricted right to work in their current or preferred location for the duration of employment

International Travel Requirements: Yes, up to 10%

Budget Responsibility: Yes

People Management Responsibility: manager of a team of 12, with 4 direct reports: Global Brand Lead, Global Story Gathering Lead, Global Storytelling Lead, Global Content Hub Manager. 

Principal Accountabilities  

• Drive the development and implementation of a unified global brand strategy and content strategy that aligns with Save the Children's mission and values, championing a cohesive and compelling way to tell our brand story worldwide that drives impact.
• Lead the creation and distribution of high-quality, emotionally engaging, and insight-driven content – with storytelling at its heart – that enhances the global brand, supports our Global Funding and Engagement Frameworks and bolsters Save the Children's global reputation.
• Ensure that brand is at the heart of our creative content through a consistent tone of voice and visual identity.  Develop and manage branding tools and guidelines to ensure a distinct, consistent and motivating brand experience across all platforms and regions.
• Uphold the highest standards of ethical content collection and adherence to global consent processes and image guidelines, thereby protecting the dignity and rights of all individuals featured in Save the Children’s marketing and communications.
• Strategically lead our approach to content in an emergency to drive audience engagement, fundraising and brand equity.
• Support internal stakeholders and partners to embed and promote the global brand positioning and architecture across all regions and channels, and encourage integration across markets and campaigns where appropriate to drive up awareness, familiarity and hard preference to support.
• Monitor and analyse brand and content effectiveness through data-driven insights, ensuring continuous improvement and optimisation of strategies to achieve maximum reach and impact.
• Lead and develop a diverse and inclusive team, advocating for equal opportunities and providing professional growth and development to support their career progression in alignment with Save the Children's commitment to equity and inclusion. 
• Lead a strong and committed Global Brand and Creative community across our organisation, promoting best practices, knowledge sharing, and collaboration to support our strategic goals.
• Cultivate and maintain effective partnerships with creative and brand agencies, and freelancers, ensuring all work is insight-driven, on brand, and of excellent creative quality to inspire and engage global audiences.

Experience and Skills  

Essential

1. Strategy:

Significant experience in strategic leadership roles within marketing, communications, content and brand management.

2. Significant experience of developing and implementing brand and content strategies, as well as strategic initiatives to advance the organisation's mission that require deep stakeholder engagement.

3. Leadership:

Provide strong, visionary leadership to foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment. Empower team members and build a culture of mutual respect and trust.

Developing and nurturing high-performing teams and actively listens and allows others to be heard.

4. Brand:

Evidence of strategic brand leadership of high-profile, public-facing brand across multiple markets. Adaptable to changing needs, pressures and opportunities that elevate our brand and enable us to tell our story through our creative content.

5. Content:

Creating high-quality content across various platforms, including digital/social media, and for multiple markets.

Adept at understanding market trends, consumer behaviour, and competitor analysis to inform strategic decision-making.

6. Communication and Storytelling: Excellent written and verbal communication

Exceptional ability to craft compelling stories that align with the organisation's mission and that resonate with diverse audiences.

7. Creative Problem-Solving:

Innovative mindset for devising unique solutions that enhance brand identity.

8. Stakeholder Engagement and Influence:

Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, including internal teams and external partners. Build and maintain effective relationships to promote a unified and compelling brand experience across the organisation.

Desirable

1. Experience managing large-scale, global campaigns with a focus on non-profit or humanitarian
2. Spearheading efforts to establish or rejuvenate brand
3. Project Management: Leading and managing marketing or communications
4. Data Analysis and Insight Generation: Proficiency in data interpretation to monitor, refine, and optimise brand strategies. 

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• A bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications or a related Or equivalent work experience.
• Language Proficiency: Fluency in English is essential; additional language skills, particularly in other UN languages, can be beneficial.

Desirable

• Relevant Professional Certifications: Certifications from recognised institutions in strategic marketing or brand management can be advantageous. 

Working at Save the Children International 

Save the Children is the world's leading organisation for children, employing ~25,000 staff. We save children's lives. We fight for their rights. We help them fulfil their potential. Through our work in 116 countries, we put the most deprived and marginalised children first.

We know that great people make a great organisation, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

The work here is challenging but is also immensely rewarding. At Save the Children, you will be in good company, working with talented, like-minded individuals who are determined to ensure that all children survive, learn, and are protected. Your contribution will help ensure children's voices are heard at the highest levels, and that we achieve our global strategy, Ambition for Children 2030, and reach every last child.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Equal Opportunities  

DEI is core to our vision, values and global strategy. Save the Children is committed to creating a truly diverse, equitable and inclusive organisation, and one which will support us in our vision to ensure every child attains the right to survival, protection, development, and participation.    

We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, caring or parental responsibilities, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply.   

Reasonable adjustments will be made should any candidate invited to interview require this. 

Application Information  

Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application. A full copy of the role profile can be found on our website. It is recommended that you save a copy of the role profile as it will no longer be available after the advert closes. 

 
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the job advert may be closed earlier than advertised subject to the volume of suitable applicants. Please submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment. 

Our recruitment process: 

1. Application review by our recruiting team based on your CV and cover letter 

1. Two-stage competency-based interviews with the hiring team 

1. Some recruitment may include an additional assessment or case study stage, or a third stage interview 

1. If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment, followed by your contract subject to passing background checks 

We need to keep children and adults safe so our selection process includes rigorous background checks and reflects our commitment to the protection of children and adults from abuse.  All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our Code of Conduct and all policies and procedures relating to Anti-harassment, Health and Safety, Safeguarding, and DEI and Equal Opportunities. 

Save the Children does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. 

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