Head Of Safeguarding Jobs

The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) is the world’s largest alliance of national societies of obstetrics and gynaecology, bringing together professionals from more than 139 countries and territories.  FIGO has collaborated with the world’s top health, rights and donor bodies. We are in official relations with the World Health Organization and consultative status with the United Nations. 
For more than 70 years  FIGO has been dedicated to the improvement of the health and rights of women and girls and to the reduction of disparities in health care, as well as to advancing the science and practice of obstetrics and gynaecology. In collaboration with the world’s leading health and human rights organisations, including the World Health Organisation, we pursue our mission through education, research implementation, advocacy and capacity building with our member societies. 

Ideally an experienced and qualified CIMA Accountant; you will provide the charity with proven Business Partnering with Management Accounting experience skills, including BI reporting, stakeholder management and risk mitigation work. You will work as part of a small, dedicated team responsible for the effective management and control of the financial functioning of a medium sized dynamic Charity. This a pivotal role leading the financial outcomes, which will directly support senior leadership and top-level decision making and closely partner with an array of key non-finance colleagues across the charity and its trading company. 

We offer a competitive range of staff benefits including a hybrid and flexible working environment. Applicants should note that we do expect all staff to be in our Waterloo office at least two days a week.  

We are excited to be working in partnership with Hope Street Church in Wrexham. The church is a thriving, fast-growing church community, established in 2021 as a resource church. They are dedicated to reaching young people, training leaders, and planting new churches. In just four years, it has drawn a diverse congregation from across North East Wales and beyond. With an inspiring vision to be a people of hope, following Jesus and giving themselves away to see Wrexham renewed. With a passion for sharing the good news, revitalising the church, and transforming society in Jesus’ name, Hope Street Church is making a lasting impact in Wrexham.

We are looking for a practicing Christian with excellent organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a servant-hearted leadership style to become their new Head of Operations. This vital role will ensure the smooth running of the church’s administrative, financial, and operational functions. Overseeing finance, HR, compliance, safeguarding, facilities, and events, you’ll play a key part in supporting the church’s mission, vision, and many life impacting ministries. 

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• Proven experience in operations, administration, or facilities management.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting and payroll experience.
• Experience in HR processes, including recruitment and performance management.
• A committed Christian with a heart for the mission and values of the church.

If you have a heart for Wrexham, then this is a wonderful opportunity to join a church community with 15+ ministries dedicated to transforming lives and sharing God’s love. This is your chance to use your God given gifts, skills, and experience to make a real impact. Could this opportunity be for you?

For more information, please contact Nick Thomas, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.

*In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing Christian.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 27th April 

Please note: Applications are being reviewed on receipt and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. When a suitable candidate is found the role will close, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.

Phyllis Tuckwell provides palliative and end of life care for people living with an advanced or terminal illness. Based in Farnham and Guildford, we serve a population of 550,000 across West Surrey and North East Hampshire.

Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships

37 hours per week (part time considered)

£44,772 - £49,140 per annum WTE

Location – Flexible working model with the role holder required to attend regular meetings at our Farnham site

Phyllis Tuckwell is looking for an experienced Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships to lead the newly formed Philanthropy Team. This role will lead on the recruitment and management of major donors as well as leading a team that also has responsibility for trusts, foundations and corporate fundraising. 

We are currently nearing the end of our Your New Hospice capital appeal and are looking for someone to take our high value giving into this exciting new phase. This role will be responsible for building a strategy and direction for the team, building a portfolio of major donors, and creating and optimising business processes. This role will also be a part of the Income Generation Leadership team and so will be expected to contribute to a collaborative and supportive team environment that values cross team working and fluid supporter journeys. 

The successful candidate will:

• Have significant experience of securing and cultivating five figure donations from high net worth donors. 
• Have experience in working in one of either trusts, foundations or corporate fundraising. 
• Have the ability to build meaningful relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Have experience in developing and managing business processes that underpin high value fundraising, including due diligence processes and building of cases for support.
• Have a working knowledge of the requirements of high value funders and able to provide high level supporter care.
• Have experience of line management and leadership. 
• Be passionate about our project and our cause and be able to bring to life our case for support through persuasive communications.
• Work collaboratively within a multi-functional income generation team embracing a culture of continuous learning and mutual support for colleagues. 

In return we offer:

• 6 weeks paid holiday plus public holidays
• Group Personal Pension Plan (matched contributions up to 7.5%, salary exchange scheme optional)
• Excellent education and training 
• Blue Light Card Discount 
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health Cash Plan Scheme
• Staff Benefit Voucher Scheme
• A motivated team whose passion is it to make a difference

For further information or an informal chat please call Jenny Peat, Director of Income Generation.

If you are unable to apply online, please contact HR . 

Closing date for receipt of completed applications: 13th April 2025

This post is subject to a standard Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Phyllis Tuckwell is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, with the principles of fairness and equality at its core.  We are an equal opportunities employer, who values and respects our employees’ unique knowledge, skills and experiences.  We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community.  All appointments are made following a fair and equitable process, based on merit, job requirements and business need.

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This post is an opportunity to join a dynamic, succesful charity providing a respected psychodynamic training for counsellors and psychotherapists, as well as a counselling service in Frome and beyond.

You will be a qualified psychodynamic counsellor or psychotherapist, with training or teaching experience. You will support the Head of Training and the teaching staff in the delivery of a high-quality, psychodynamic training service.

Are you an enthusiastic Allied Health Professional looking for a leadership role where you can drive meaningful change? Do you want to enhance access to impactful, evidence-based, and integrated therapy practice?

At Ambitious about Autism, we believe in embedding therapy within classroom settings to remove barriers to learning, enhance pupil performance, and optimise therapeutic outcomes. If you share this vision, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

The Role

In this leadership position, you will focus on improving the quality of life for autistic children and young people by integrating therapy and education through impactful MDT working . Administrative tasks are kept to a minimum, allowing you to direct your time to working with  focus on integrating therapy and education with the Heads and Senior Leaders in our educational settings, the class-based practitioners, the Therapy Team and the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) leads. 

Together, we will design and implement effective systems and processes that integrate evidence-based therapy and educational practices, ensuring the best outcomes for our pupils and learners.

This position is 21 hours per week (0.6 FTE), with the option to extend to a full-time role by taking on an additional two days of clinical caseload if you are an Occupational Therapist (OT) or Speech and Language Therapist (SLT). The role can also be based ay any of our sites but will include some travel. 

I've included for you the full recruitment pack on the link below.

In return, we offer a wide range of benefits including a commitment to CPD (Continued Professional Development), excellent career opportunities, professional membership fees paid, welcome bonus of - *£4,000, (T&Cs apply), generous holiday allowance and much more!

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Stephen Vickers.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.

Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

As the Head of Academic Services, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the academic department, ensuring smooth operations and fostering an effective, positive learning environment. This role involves direct line management of the Academic Services and Student Services team as well as collaborating with the other departments to uphold academic and company standards. Reporting to Senior Management, you’ll play a crucial role in formulating reports, monitoring performance metrics, implementing and overseeing academic policies to achieve our objectives.

This is a senior role within the organisation and the successful candidate will be a leading member of the leadership team. The role will require previous experience in a comparable management position in an academic setting, with extensive knowledge of Higher Education regulatory frameworks, policies and procedures.

The Head of Academic Services is responsible for managing, developing and strengthening Fourth Monkey’s academic and student support services, quality assurance and enhancement.

The Head of Academic Services acts as the expert in academic standards, oversight, programme management, student services and academic quality & compliance for the organisation and as such undertakes a senior responsibility within the smooth operational and administrative management of the organisations day to day operations.

Head of Property - London

We are delighted to be partnering with the Royal British Legion (RBL) to recruit their new Head of Property.

The role

With responsibility for managing a team of five Regional Property Managers, the role will have a base in London but with a national travel requirement which includes regular team meet-ups in the Midlands.

We are specifically looking for applications from RICS Members, and ideally Chartered Members, with a good breadth of experience leading Estates/Property departments in similar sized, and similarly complex organisations.

This is a varied role managing RBL's Clubs, Branch buildings and other assets (a total of 450 buildings) including providing a corporate service for operational buildings such as offices, production facilities and warehouses. You will have responsibility for managing and securing the RBL rental income, and have oversight of all other property transactions, including disposals, acquisitions and lease renewals and rent reviews across the operational, branch and investment portfolios. You will also deliver wider corporate efficiency projects, including undertaking research, solutioning, producing written papers and presenting to Executive and Trustee Boards to seek approval.

RBL is modernising to become a more inclusive, flexible, customer-focused, data-driven, and collaborative organisation. In your role as the Head of Property you will be tasked with developing and delivering the 5-year RBL Property Strategy to complement the charity's modernisation, ensuring that its property activity complies with the Charities Act 2011 and that RBL's properties are fully aligned with and supportive of the Legion's strategic objectives. You will also work with the Head of Facilities Management and the Operations Directorate to deliver a funded planned maintenance programme for the operational portfolio to protect service delivery and safeguard financial value.

About you

• Experience of managing a remote, geographically dispersed team
• Knowledge and experience of putting Best Practice Property Management principles into practice
• Strong Budget Management experience
• Detailed knowledge of Property and Trust law
• Contract Management experience relating to outsourced functions, such as treasury, vacant property security, estates valuation, property consultancy and legal services
• Effective and persuasive written and verbal communicator
• Experience writing and preparing Board level papers and papers for various property related committees

Whilst not an essential requirement, applicants would benefit from an understanding of Charity Law and how it impacts property, and of Trusts and the workings of the Charity Commission

Employee Benefits

• 28 day's paid holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing to 29 days after 2 years and 30 days after 5 years, and with the ability to buy up to 1 working week of additional leave
• Private Healthcare
• Contributory pension scheme - min 2% employee contribution which receives a 6% employer contribution, up to max of 10% employer contribution matched with 5% employee contribution (until 5 years' service reached, when 14% employer contribution is achievable)
• Death-in-service Life Assurance, with a benefit of 3x annual salary
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Season Ticket and Rental Deposit Loan Schemes / Cycle to Work Scheme
• Reward Hub online benefits platform with extensive offers and discounts

Additional information

RBL employs c 2,000 people across the country campaigning on behalf of the Armed Forces community, delivering support services to them, leading Remembrance on behalf of the nation, raising funds to support our work and developing and running the organisation and our network of membership branches.

RBL is committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know and we will work with you to support you throughout the process.

St Paul’s Centre is a small but growing charity in Crewe, having a huge impact meeting local practical need since 1986!

We’re looking to recruit a hard-working and innovative individual to join our senior leadership team and ultimately oversee all our community services as well as heading up safeguarding team and volunteer recruitment.

The ideal candidate will come with senior leadership experience, strong organisational and communication skills, and experience with setting up and coordinating effective community-based projects. You will also be determined, dynamic with an eye for detail and an insatiable passion for helping vulnerable people by meeting local practical need.

If you’d like to apply for the role of Community Services Manager, then please send your CV along with a completed application form before midnight on Tuesday 15 April 2025

We will be looking to interview for the post on Monday 28 April 2025!

Contract length: FTC up to 12-month maternity cover

Location: North West London

Hours per week: 35hrs, work Tuesday – Saturday, 9am – 5pm

Salary:  Circa £32,000

Closing date for applications: Monday, 24st March 2025

First interview date: W/C 31st March 2025, Microsoft Teams; interested candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible

Second interview date: W/C 7th April 2025, in-person interview

Every dog and cat in need deserves expert, personalised care and support, and to be loved. When you work for Mayhew, you understand that better than ever.

We’re a passionate, committed and diverse team of c80 staff and c150 volunteers, here for dogs, cats and communities in the UK, in Afghanistan and in Georgia. We offer expert veterinary care, rescue and rehoming services, programmes in the community and guidance and support to improve the lives of dogs and cats in need.

We do our best for dogs and cats in need every day, working with colleague across the sector to improve their lives and to give them the care, support and love they deserve. But it’s our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the dogs and cats we care for and those who love them.

At our North West London Home, we are recruiting an interim Head of Cattery who will share our compassion and commitment for animal welfare to provide front line leadership to our team of Cattery and Animal Care staff and volunteers. We care for up to eight cats and kittens on site, in addition to cats placed into foster homes. Our Head of Cattery is responsible for managing the day-to-day smooth running of our cattery and maintaining the wellbeing of all cats in our care, so that their individual physical and psychological needs are catered for adequately, and in line with our standards and ethics.

This is a high profile and hugely important role for Mayhew as our Head of Cattery oversees each cat’s journey through Mayhew from in-take to assessment and then to rehoming. Working with staff and volunteers across the Home, foster carers, adopters, other charities and rescues and members of the public, our Head of Cattery is instrumental in ensuring that our cats have all they need – from feeding, cleaning, enrichment and socialising to finding their perfect forever home. This role can be physically and emotionally demanding but is also hugely rewarding; you can view some of our amazing rescue stories here.

Leading a small team, our Head of Cattery is responsible for managing all aspects of our cat in-takes, adoptions and fostering, managing our capacity to ensure we help as many cats as we can and ensuring our cats are rehomed to a home suited to their individual needs as soon as possible.

We offer a caring and supportive team and the chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of cats who rely on us.

Generally, you will:

• Lead and manage our Cattery and ensure the very best care and support is given to each of our cats
• Proactively, collaboratively and resourcefully maintain relationships with volunteers, foster carers, adopters, other rescue managers and other colleagues in the wider Mayhew community
• Manage your team in an inclusive and collaborative way, enabling and empowering them
• Engage and collaborate with senior staff to ensure effective delivery of our strategic and operational goals

To be successful in this role, you need relevant experience in:

• Experience working with cats, ideally in a shelter environment
• Strong knowledge of cat behaviour and welfare
• Experience of successfully motivating, managing, and developing a high performing team and managing performance
• Experience of effectively managing competing and changeable priorities, a high workload and multiple complex issues and tasks

Please note that successful candidates will be asked to evidence their Right to Work in the UK post-job offer – we do not hold a sponsor licence therefore we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship.

We reserve the right to close this post at any time, should we receive a high volume of applications.

Are you looking to broaden your HR skills and take on a charity leadership role? Can you build excellent working relationships which get results? Can you manage and lead processes effectively and compassionately?

Then we might have the perfect job for you!

Head of HR and Compliance
Based: County Gates, Bristol, BS3 2JH.
Hours: 28-35 hours per week (over 4-5 days)
Salary: £38,000-£40,000 FTE

At Great Western Air Ambulance Charity, we’re looking for a new Head of HR and Compliance to join our Charity Leadership Team. This role will lead our people practice and ensure our team work collaboratively and compassionately in serving our communities. You will support change management, compliance with all types of regulation, including safeguarding and data protection, and lead on monitoring key risks.

You’ll need to be an excellent communicator, flexible, highly collaborative, and have broad knowledge of HR and related systems. Detailed knowledge of compliance is desirable but not essential, however a desire to learn and broaden your skillset is necessary, as is a passion for our cause. Whilst having experience of working with a charity would be beneficial, it is not essential.

You will manage a part-time HR and Business Assistant who carries out a variety of administrative tasks.

We’re looking for someone who is dedicated to doing their best, a person who can both lead and collaborate, who has compassion for our team, supporters and stakeholders and who is curious about exploring new approaches and keen to learn and develop. Whilst having experience of working with a charity would be beneficial, it is not essential.

GWAAC is a great cause to work for, and we have amazing stories to tell and experiences to offer. Our work is very rewarding for our team too – at GWAAC we know that we are contributing to saving local lives every week. We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for that.

You would be joining GWAAC at an exciting time, as the charity continues to grow and innovate in the field of pre-hospital care. You will be supported in developing your skills and be part of a dedicated team committed to saving local lives.

GWAAC is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates from a range of backgrounds and experiences. GWAAC puts people first and upholds a culture of safeguarding.

Closing date: 9am on Friday 11th April.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

No agencies please.

*This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

 Stop Domestic Abuse is a trauma informed organisation, the work we do to support those effected by domestic abuse may be triggering for those with past trauma. Please only apply if you are living free from abuse. If you’d like to talk to us about this, please get in touch.

Family Safeguarding Teams are co-located, multidisciplinary teams consisting of social work professionals and adult workers. The aim of this role is to work collaboratively with the right families, at the right time, respecting families’ rights, following guidance and law.

To take a whole family approach to child protection to keep more children safely at home with their families.

To publicise the support available to women, men and children at risk of domestic abuse.

To work with other professionals within the Family Safeguarding Team, to develop and deliver services to perpetrators and victims of domestic abuse in a timely manner. This includes case consultation to fully understand the dynamics of domestic abuse and the impact (using Safe & Together principles) on victims and children

The post-holder will work to empower and support all victims and survivors of domestic abuse to make positive choices and tackle the impact of abuse and neglect from within the family.

Contribute to the plan for the family through team discussions and supervision, manage and evaluate risk of offending, failure to protect, harm to self and others and the need for intervention to reduce abuse, coercive control and violence.

Keep records and update Capacity for Change Workbook and other colleagues in the team where appropriate. With due regard for service user consent, confidentiality, data protection and information sharing protocols.

A driver license is required

Location: Any UK Trust office

(Hybrid working with an expectation to be in a centre at least 3 days a week. Must be comfortable with travelling to all UK Centres to support Delivery colleagues across the UK)

1st stage interviews: 16/04 over MS Teams 2nd stage interviews (if needed): w/c 21/04 in-person

For more information, or to apply, please click 'apply now' to be directed to our website.

Are you an inspiring leader ready to make a real impact on young people’s lives? The King’s Trust is looking for a Senior Head of National Delivery to work with colleagues across the organisation to ensure the support we offer to young people is impactful, efficient and of a high quality, all focused on a pathway to employment.  You’ll support delivery teams to implement our new five-year strategy, making sure we reach young people who need our help the most, as well as fostering strong partnerships and driving performance improvement. 

If you have a passion for supporting young people to realise their potential, alongside a track record of leading national delivery initiatives and successfully implementing change, we want to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future for young people across the UK. Apply now and be part of something truly transformative. 

What happens next?  

Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date. 

Why do we need a Senior Head of National Delivery?

Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of our Senior Head of National Delivery!

Perks for working at The Trust! 

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year 
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc. 
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role 
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas. 
• Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave. 
• Interest-free season ticket loans 
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme 
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary) 

Equal Opportunities 

Here at The King's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives. 

We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.  

We’re a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by KT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 

Safeguarding 

The King's Trust 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 in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. 

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!

Req ID: 3442 

We’re Causeway, the UK-wide charity who believes in the power of lasting change. We take people from existing to living, and empower our service users, including survivors of modern slavery and exploitation, to find their voice and place in society. Since 2005, we have expanded across multiple regions and now provide accommodation and outreach support to hundreds of survivors of modern slavery every year.

In 2018, we collaborated with South Yorkshire Police in an initiative called Plan B. This helped to launch the LifeNavigate department. Using a trauma-informed approach, we are fully committed to breaking the cycle of crime, alongside other organisations such as South Yorkshire Police and Merseyside Police. Our vision is to ensure a thriving future for marginalised and vulnerable people, and it would not be possible without our dedicated team of staff and volunteers. 

Role Summary

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a skilled, experienced, and motivated Head of Communications and Engagement to lead on our organisation wide communications and engagement activity ensuring effective alignment with our Strategic plan objectives and our charity manifesto. A priority objective for us is the elevation of survivor voice and the successful candidate will be able to contribute to that objective with creativity, empathy, and sensitivity. If you are an experienced communications professional with a passion for social change who seeks to make a positive impact with the content they create, then we would love to hear from you. 

Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities will include:

• To lead on Communications and Engagement activity for the whole organisation working closely with the CEO and wider Senior Management Team.

• To develop and implement engaging multi discipline campaigns including PR activity that contribute to the delivery of Causeway’s Strategic objectives.

• Lead on developing and communicating Causeways’ core messaging and brand, both internally and externally, ensuring agreed guidelines are adhered to and consistent terminology and language is always used.

• Create a pipeline for gathering stories and case study content in a way that does not place a significant burden on frontline staff and will demonstrate a clear understanding of informed consent and safeguarding in relation to vulnerable individuals and risk assessment processes.

• Build and maintain relationships with key journalists, broadcasters, content creators, celebrities and influencers as required to help further our objectives.

• Oversee the management of content and utilisation of all our digital engagement and communications channels including social media platforms and our website.

• Work to position Causeway at the forefront of the sectors we operate in communicating our innovative approaches, gaining traction and recognition across a wide audience.

• Ensure that all media, press and other external queries are handled in a timely sensitive, mutually beneficial, and accurate way.

• Effectively evaluate and measure the impact of all Communications and PR activity.

• Keep up to date on best practice and news within our sector, particularly in relation to changes to communications innovation, legislation, and codes of practice.

• Ensure Causeway abides by all relevant legislation in relation to its communications.

• Ensure all spend in relation to Communications and Engagement team and projects is within the parameters of the agreed department budget.

• Proactively respond to breaking and industry worthy news to highlight our services and position us at the front of industry knowledge sharing.

• Support identified Causeway media spokespeople in preparing for press and media interviews through thorough and accurate briefings and act as a media spokesperson when required.

• Track relevant daily news stories to our impact areas, responding to trends, key industry announcements and maximizing opportunities.

• Line manage and coach a small but effective team of communications, marketing, and content production staff

• Ensure the CEO and board of trustees are provided with quarterly reports on department progress.

• Play an active role in the senior management team and maintain an effective working relationship with your peers and colleagues, to ensure the work of the Communications and Engagement department aligns with organisational and departmental goals, strategy, and actions.

• Support senior management with internal communications as and when needed.

Any other duties that are commensurate with the role

About Refettorio Felix

Refettorio Felix is a vibrant community kitchen and dining space that provides high-quality, nutritious meals to vulnerable people in London. As part of a global initiative founded by Chef Massimo Bottura and Food for Soul, we transform surplus food into delicious, dignified meals while fostering inclusivity, sustainability, and social impact.

Role Overview

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen, ensuring every meal served is nutritious, creative, and in line with our commitment to sustainability. This role requires exceptional culinary skills, strong leadership, and the ability to adapt daily to an ever-changing supply of surplus ingredients. You will manage kitchen operations, oversee stock control, lead volunteers, and collaborate with guest chefs to create inspiring menus.

Key Responsibilities

Menu Creation & Food Preparation

• Design and execute daily menus based on surplus food donations, ensuring variety, nutrition, and creativity.
• Planning and preparation of large volume dishes on a daily basis- cooking in excess of 130 meals per day
• Innovate with limited ingredients, thinking on your feet to create high-quality, well-balanced meals.
• Collaborate with guest chefs and enable kitchen takeowvers, incorporating different styles and techniques into the menu.
• Maintain a warm and inclusive dining experience, ensuring meals are prepared with care and dignity.

Stock Control & Kitchen Management

• Oversee stock management, stock control, and stock rotation, ensuring efficient use of ingredients while minimizing waste.
• Implement best practices for food safety, hygiene, and kitchen organization.
• Work with suppliers and donors to optimize food deliveries and storage.
• Keep accurate records of stock levels, food usage, and kitchen operations.

Team Leadership & Volunteer Engagement

• Lead and inspire a team of kitchen staff and volunteers, fostering a positive and collaborative culture.
• Train and mentor volunteers with varied levels of kitchen experience.
• Ensure a supportive and structured environment where volunteers feel valued and engaged.

Sustainability & Food Waste Reduction

• Maximize the potential of surplus ingredients through creative menu planning and careful stock management.
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce food waste and improve sustainability practices.
• Champion our mission of dignity and inclusion by making the most of available resources.

What We’re Looking For

• A qualified and experienced chef with a strong background in professional kitchens, ideally in community-focused or sustainability-driven projects.
• Experience in cooking large volumes of food on a daily basis 
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and inspire a diverse group of staff and volunteers.
• A passion for innovation in menu design, with the ability to create exciting, well-balanced meals from unpredictable ingredients.
• Excellent stock control, stock management, and stock rotation knowledge to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
• Ability to think on your feet and adapt quickly to daily ingredient variations.
• Commitment to high standards of food safety and hygiene (Level 3 Food Hygiene certificate or willingness to obtain).
• A warm, compassionate approach, aligned with Refettorio Felix’s mission of dignity and inclusion.

Benefits

• A unique opportunity to make a real difference in the community through food.
• Being part of an inspiring global initiative tackling food waste and social isolation.
• A Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 4 PM schedule, with no weekend work.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.