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Play it Forward (UK) is seeking a passionate and dynamic Fundraising & Partnerships Manager to grow our income and expand our impact in Zambia. This is a unique opportunity to shape the fundraising strategy of a fast-growing charity that uses education, health, and football to transform young lives.

As our first dedicated fundraising hire in the UK, you will work closely with the CEO and the team in Zambia, bringing creativity and strategic thinking to diversify income and ensure programme sustainability.

This role includes the exciting opportunity to visit Zambia, where you will see our projects firsthand, meet our incredibly inspiring and accomplished girl’s team, and witness football’s power to change lives. If you are a motivated fundraiser who thrives on building partnerships, loves travel and wants to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you!

Background

Play it Forward is both a charitable organisation and a non-profit football club dedicated to social change in Zambia. Each year, we support over 2,500 young people through community programmes ranging from health education and HIV testing to literacy, coding, and career development. A true success story is our girls' team, whose wins on the pitch have shattered gender stereotypes and inspired young girls across Zambia. We are also particularly proud to be the only football club in Zambia to adopt equal pay for our men’s and women’s teams. 

Location:  Hybrid working options (our office is in Brixton, London)

Hours:  This is a part-time role for 20 hours per week (0.5 FTE) with flexible working days.

Rate:  £28,000-£35,000 pro rata per year (depending on experience)

Reports to:  Chief Executive Officer

To be successful in this role you will have previous experience of using your excellent communication skills to build a wide range of successful partnerships. You will be comfortable working within community and events fundraising and will need to demonstrate your ability to use your own initiative to research and identify opportunities and deliver projects or events. 

Battersea is entering an exciting phase of innovation and transformation as we embark on the first year of our new five-year strategy. Our fundraising team bridges the journey of the animals in our care with the wider public, demonstrating how their contributions enable us to support every dog and cat. 

We currently have a 6-month opportunity for someone to join us as a Direct Marketing Officer - Regular Giving (Lottery & Lead Generation).

As part of this role, you will manage and deliver a series of high standard direct marketing campaigns across our Regular Giving programme. You will be recruiting, retaining and upgrading regular donors to generate agreed income through a variety of direct marketing methods such as direct dialogue, DRTV, digital, and direct mail. You’ll also be encouraging regular monthly gifts or support via one of our main products such as general Regular Giving and Sponsorship, our Lottery, Value Exchange programme and other methods of committed giving as they arise.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 5th March 2025
Interview date(s): w/c 10th March 2025

To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

Do you have experience of delivering quantitative and qualitative research? Then join Shelter as a Research Officer and you could soon be playing a vital role at the heart of our Research team.

About the role

Working closely with a Senior Research Officer, we’ll rely on you to conduct research and analytical projects from initial concept through to completion. You’ll deliver effective research including designing questionnaires, selecting samples, interviewing respondents, interrogating data and writing up findings. Through your research, you’ll work with a multitude of colleagues in our policy, campaigns, media and public affairs teams to develop and carry out analytical projects in support of Shelter’s strategic priorities.

We’ll rely on you to provide advice and consultancy to Shelter colleagues on all aspects of research, and you’ll undertake analysis on a range of government and independent data sources on housing and homelessness. You’ll represent Shelter’s brand by presenting research findings at conferences, seminars and training events and ensure that our research is properly integrated into the work of our organisation. It’s a really exciting time to join our team and we’re happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth and a place where you can be yourself.

About you

To succeed, you’ll need experience of working in a social research field and have strong skills to manage and analyse data. You’ll also need a good understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methods, plus strong written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of housing and homelessness issues, whether through work or personal experience, would be useful too, although this not as important as your enthusiasm and genuine interest in this important social issue.

Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.

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.

Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.

We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

About the team

The Research Team works across Shelter to develop innovative research, analytics and insight to identify opportunities to influence, drive policy change and inform Shelter’s strategic direction.

The Research Team carries out a range of work to identify the nature and causes of housing and homelessness problems. This includes primary and secondary research, both conducted in-house and commissioned, into Shelter clients and the even greater number of people in housing need, many of which often don’t seek help. We also try to understand and anticipate future trends using analysis of government policy and economic data. All of this is combined to feed our policy influencing, public campaigning and service design and delivery.

Any applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.

About Shelter

Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday 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.

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.

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

First Steps Ed are looking for a passionate and supportive Eating Disorder Support Officer to join our team in Hertfordshire.

You will have the ability to relate to and work with a range of professionals to ensure a high quality and safe services. You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team that includes clinical and non-clinical colleagues from referring organisations and colleagues from across our organisation.

You will also;

• Provide peer support to service users, helping them realise their goals as agreed within their care plan.
• Work with the individuals to access our services including one-to-one peer support,
• Provide additional support and signposting to our Guided Self-help, psychoeducation programmes and support groups, befriending, and volunteering opportunities as part of their supported self-care
• Working with children and young people covering the age range of 5 to 25 years old on site in therapy rooms and online via video with one-to-one or in peer groups.
• Deliver workshops and training to external organisations as part of the role.
• Full training and support will be provided for this role.
• This role will require you to travel 25% of the time within Hertfordshire for client meetings or face to face workshops.
• This role requires a DBS check to be successfully completed prior to employment.

What you will bring

• Passionate and able to communicate to our service users and teams
• Provide professional and clear approach to support our service users
• A good understanding of the pathways and service provision is an advantage
• Background in healthcare, support or Mental health care is advantageous
• Background working or caring for children and young people
• Educated to minimum A level or experience to A Level.
• A clean driving licence with appropriate insurance and own vehicle is required to travel to and from locations
• Minimum of 1 years of experience of working with services users dealing with eating disorders and/ or mental health difficulties.
• Desirable Postgraduate diploma in Mental health or Health services or Qualified Psychotherapist registered with the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) / College of Family Couple and Systemic Therapy.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Are you passionate about community greenspaces and committed to inspiring others to feel the same?

The Orchard Project is looking for a Communications & Fundraising Officer with a proven track record of creating engaging digital content that really stands out from the crowd. You’ll also play a key role in helping to nurture our emerging individual giving programme. 

This part-time role (3 days a week) requires an excellent communicator with a keen eye for detail who is used to co-ordinating effective, creative marketing campaigns. 

Salary £29,642-£31,642 pro-rata new starter salary (plus London weighting of £4000 pro-rata if applicable) along with 5% employers pension, and additional training and wellbeing benefits. 

Since 2009, we’ve brought over 640 orchards into the heart of urban communities, specifically in areas of high deprivation where there is limited access to nature. We also train local people in the skills needed to care for those orchards, ensuring they remain viable for generations to come.

Key activity responsibilities of this role

Communications & Marketing (estimated to be 60%)

• Create engaging content for social media, our website, and other channels, working with the Communications Manager
• Work with the team to help broaden the diversity of our audience and engage new supporters
• Write a bi-annual supporter newsletter via Mailchimp, and assist project managers to create regional newsletters
• Work as part of a team to plan marketing campaigns with the aim of either growing our supporter base or raising funds for our work
• Develop inspiring case studies about our work and beneficiaries for use on social media, web, press, funding reports and bids
• Support The Orchard Project’s in-person and online events
• Assist staff with promoting events and courses via social media, Eventbrite and our website
• Assist with content gathering at in-person events to support storytelling
• Develop and maintain an effective, organised photo library for use across the organisation
• Other communications tasks as requested by the Communications Manager

Fundraising support (estimated to be 40%)

• Working alongside the Head of Fundraising, develop and implement a plan for growing and retaining our individual giving donor network
• Co-ordinate and execute a digital fundraising plan for supporter engagement, working alongside the Communications Manager and Head of Fundraising
• Support the creation of donor communications, such as thankyou letters and impact reports that ensure our donors feel valued and engaged
• Gather and organise key information to support our fundraising bids
• Provide audience insight and analysis on donor engagement and fundraising campaigns
• Other fundraising tasks as requested by the Head of Fundraising

We want The Orchard Project’s staff team to be as diverse as the communities we support. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age or disability. 

More details about how to apply can be found on our website.

We are currently looking for a Events Officer to join us at The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award Foundation. 

The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award (the Award) is a Non-Formal Education and Learning framework encouraging young people to find their purpose, place and passion in the world.

In more than 120 countries and territories, our globally recognised accreditation is available to all 14 to 24-year-olds, of all backgrounds, locations, cultures and abilities.

Through the programme, each young person becomes part of something special while developing their own interests, universal skills and life aspirations.

The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Foundation is the international charity that drives and encourages the Award’s growth, access and impact across the globe. Working in partnership with organisations and governing bodies, we oversee the licensing of Award operators – including schools, youth groups, employers and custodial institutions. 

The Events Officer will be joining a small, supportive and collaborative team in which being a team player is vital. This is a busy role with many conflicting demands and tight deadlines, but the ideal candidate will be ready to thrive in this exciting environment. Experience of working on databases and/or organising complex travel itineraries will be key to this role, along with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Key Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the Events team, work towards the successful delivery of a calendar of events, taking ownership and accountability of any assigned events.
• Manage online platforms for UK and overseas conferences and events, including data entry, reporting and site maintenance.
• Manage event registrations and attendee bookings for events, including accommodation, travel, visas and catering.
• Support with the management of finances for assigned events, negotiating best rates with suppliers, placing orders and processing invoices.
• Attend fundraising and stewardship events throughout the year to support as needed with guest registration, catering, production and travel arrangements.
• Lead on selected events and work effectively with colleagues on project groups to deliver successful events.
• Prepare event briefs and marketing materials.
• Oversee the team’s administrative duties such as managing the mailbox and setting up Salesforce campaigns.
• Support with the reporting and evaluation of events.
• Undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required for the successful delivery of the Foundation’s strategy.

Please see the recruitment pack for more information on key responsibilities for the role. 

The closing date for applications is 26 February 2025 at 3pm. Please submit your CV and cover letter by this date. Interviews will take place shortly after, and we are looking for the successful candidate to start as soon as possible.

The Senior Research Manager will work closely with the Head of Research Funding, leading a team focussed on research culture and engagement, as well as managing our scientific portfolio. This role is vital in advancing ARUK's research objectives and promoting engagement within with ARUK-funded research community. They will be working collaboratively with the Research Team and with other teams, including the Events Team, Science Communications team and Philanthropy teams. 

This role sits within the Research Funding team in the Research Directorate, an ambitious, supportive and friendly team that funds the best research to transform the lives of people affected by all forms of dementia.  We’re looking for someone with strong research management experience who is excited by the opportunities in the dementia research landscape.

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

Scientific programme management

· Build and maintain strong external relationships with a network of ARUK scientists, clinicians, and senior stakeholders across the UK. 

· Monitor progress and outputs of ARUK funded projects, supporting our Science Communication team to share progress on our funded research

· Using knowledge of funded research, work with the Strategic Programmes team to help evaluate the impact of funding in addressing ARUK research priorities. 

· Gain a thorough understanding of the dementia research landscape, working with the wider Research team to make recommendations to drive the development and delivery of ARUK’s research strategy

Research culture and Early Career Researcher strategy

· Working closely with the Senior Research Manager (Grants), Design and lead a strategic programme aimed at fostering a positive research culture and supporting the development of Early Career Researchers (ECRs) within the dementia research field, including: Developing and implementing an ECR strategy that provides resources, mentorship, and growth opportunities for emerging researchers in dementia. Identifying and championing initiatives that support diversity, equity, and inclusivity within the research community. Establishing frameworks and activities that promote collaboration, transparency, and ethical research conduct across ARUK-funded projects.

Research community engagement

· Develop an approach to grow engagement with researchers and strengthen connections with the wider research community

· Support the Research Engagement Manager and wider teams to deliver activities to promote awareness of the organisation, encourage collaboration, and produce impactful resources, to drive impactful scientific progress.

· Lead the advancement of ARUK’s research conference, ensuring the programme reflects the latest scientific advances and strategic priorities.

Management Responsibilities:

· Line management of a Research Officer and Research Engagement Manager, effectively delegating work to support delivery of their objectives

· Help to promote an inspiring team culture where personal development is prioritised

What we are looking for:

· Strong science background, educated to degree level in a relevant subject (preferably with a postgraduate qualification or equivalent work experience)

· Experience and/or in-depth knowledge of biomedical or life sciences research, preferably in a relevant or related area 

· Experience of research grant funding/management 

· Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills, with experience of building and managing relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, at all levels of seniority.

· Experience of developing and delivering strategies, ability to spot opportunities and thinking beyond the immediate issue to look at broader topics or themes.

· Proven ability of planning, managing and delivering projects; ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks, showing adaptability to meet challenging targets and deadlines.

· Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences

· A team player who can collaborate effectively with a range of stakeholders internally and externally to deliver

· Excellent eye for detail with a focus on continuous improvement

· Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise competing demands

· Ability to work independently

· Willingness to travel, including occasional overnight travel

· Commitment to ARUK’s vision, mission and values

Additional Information:

Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.

Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals.  This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.

Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. 

Salary: Circa £53,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.

The closing date for applications is the 2nd March 2025, with interviews likely to be held week commencing the 17th March 2025. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.  Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website.

How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.

About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure.  Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope. 

There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure. 

In 2024, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement. This is the second consecutive time; we have been awarded a Best Companies 3-star accreditation.

We were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:

· 18th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.

· 10th in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.

· 2nd in the 30 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.

In addition, we were also shortlisted for a special award recognising the work undertaken on reducing our environmental impact.

In 2021, we were awarded the HR Management award by The Charity Times for our Wellbeing initiatives throughout the pandemic.

In 2020, we demonstrated our commitment to changing the way we think and act about mental health in the workplace and signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge. 

ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference. 

To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK

Position: Community Fundraising Manager NI & Wales 
Type: Full-time (35 hours a week) 
Contract: Permanent 
Location: Home- based (based in NI or Wales) 
Salary: Staring from £33,044 per annum plus excellent benefits 
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 2*, Charity 
*you’ll start at our entry point salary of £33,044 per annum, increasing to £35,109 after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £37,174 after a further 6 months.

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
Are you an experienced fundraiser who enjoys building relationships, leading teams, and driving income growth? 

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious Community Fundraising Manager to manage the Northern Ireland (NI) and Wales team and can be based in either nation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team, working on innovative fundraising initiatives that will help to grow income and engagement in these regions.

In this role, you will support and develop a small regional team while also managing your own fundraising target in either NI or Wales. You will work actively within your community engaging with supporters, volunteers, and local businesses, developing new opportunities and ensuring excellent stewardship to maximise fundraising potential. You will contribute to shaping fundraising strategies and exploring innovative ways to grow income.

We are looking for someone with a strong background in fundraising, experience in managing teams or volunteers, and a track record of meeting financial targets. If you are proactive, good at building relationships, and motivated by the idea of making a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a supportive and ambitious team, with the flexibility to shape your role and develop your career. If you are ready for your next challenge in community fundraising, we would love to chat.

Closing date for applications: 9:00 on Monday 3 March 2025

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.

This is a newly created role to develop our digital media presence to raise further awareness of our Hospice Service and the work that we do.

This role is instrumental in planning and delivering high-quality marketing and communications campaigns and activities to bring our vital work to life in an inspiring way by delivering key messaging.

We are an award-winning local charity that provides specialist care and support to children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions, and their families across Berkshire and into surrounding counties.

You will be responsible for the preparation and posting of all social media content, monitoring and evaluating its impact and research and implement new digital media initiatives

You will also be responsible for the day-to-day management of the website and be instrumental in the production of emotive and engaging video and photographic content.

If you have professional experience of working in a digital related role and proficient in using digital marketing tools, social media platforms and analytics then we would love to hear from you.

The role is based at our state-of-the-art children’s hospice just outside Maidenhead.

12-month fixed term contract

London NW6

Are you looking for that crucial first step in a rewarding career helping vulnerable people and creating homes and schemes that we can all be proud of?  Are you interested in working in the supported housing sector but lack the necessary experience? This Trainee Supported Housing Officer role is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. 

If you have a positive, motivated attitude and transferable skills, we will provide a programme of on the job and formal training to equip you to become a Supported Housing Officer. 

At Sapphire Independent Housing we are on an exciting journey. We have grown the business, expanded and diversified so that we can deliver much needed accommodation and services in London and Hertsmere. 

Now we’re seeking a Trainee Supported Housing Officer to provide support and advice for clients, enabling them to prepare for independent living. This position on our development and training programme is specifically designed to build on your prior interest and the competencies you’ve shown to date, and to develop skills that will equip you for career progression in this area.

Assisting other team members – as well as advising clients directly on things like welfare benefits, housing, and training and employment opportunities – you’ll be learning how to help clients living in supported housing to develop the competency and confidence to successfully move to independent living. You’ll also be assisting in the all-round provision of a high quality management service. 

To join us as a Trainee Supported Housing Officer, we’re looking for:

• Ability to assist vulnerable people (ideally demonstrated in a paid or voluntary capacity).

• Ability or potential to deal positively and innovatively with clients exhibiting challenging behaviour, to build good working relationships, and to identify and assess risk.

• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise workload, meet deadlines and keep records.

• Ability to analyse and evaluate data and produce clear and concise reports.

• Ability to communicate, negotiate and influence – verbally and in writing.

• Ideally, knowledge of and empathy with the needs and support requirements of vulnerable clients, including those with mental health and/or substance dependencies issues.

• Understanding of how to use IT and Microsoft Office applications.

• A-Level standard (or equivalent) education, including good written and numeric skills.

• Willingness to work shifts on a 7-days rota system.

As an Investors in People Gold employer this is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive business that encourages employee development and growth from within. We offer a generous benefits package including interest free season ticket and bike loan scheme, private health and life insurance.

Appointments are subject to Sapphire Independent Housing receiving an enhanced DBS check which we consider acceptable.

We welcome all applications and value diversity in our workforce.

Closing date: Wednesday 26th February 2025.

Assessment centre and interview: Week commencing 3rd March 2025.

Prospectus is pleased to be partnering with a charity in High Wycombe dedicated to supporting the mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing of young people. The charity believes that all young people should have access to the mental health support they need, whenever they need it. To enable this, they provide a range of early-intervention mental health support and wellbeing services for young people. All of their services are free and easy to access, and are open to any young people living, working, or studying, in High Wycombe and the surrounding areas.

Having predominantly been run by volunteers historically and with demand for their services increasing the charity is now looking to recruit their first Managing Director on a part time basis. This is a permanent part time vacancy, 3 days per week, to be based from their High Wycombe base (hybrid working, but with weekly presence in High Wycombe required).

The Managing Director will be responsible for the overall strategic, operational, and financial leadership of the charity, at an exciting phase of their growth. Key responsibilities will include delivering their strategic plan and leading the team of staff and volunteers, promoting professional development and encouraging creativity and innovation. You will be responsible for the financial sustainability of the organisation, spearheading fundraising initiatives and securing diverse funding streams, and overseeing delivery of all programmes and services to ensure compliance with relevant statutory requirements. You will also build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including local authorities, community partners, parents, families, funders, and the public, effectively communicating the charity’s impact.

The successful candidate will bring excellent leadership skills having had previous success in a leadership position. You will bring strong financial acumen, with the experience and ability to secure diverse funding streams and maintain and improve the financial stability of the organisation. You will have a strong commitment to their mission, and a good understanding of the challenges faced by young people.

To apply please submit your CV and a supporting statement, preferably in Microsoft Word/PDF format. The statement should outline your motivation for joining the charity and why you feel you would be a good fit for this role. You should also demonstrate your experience and skillset with examples relating to the person specification in the Appointment Brief. If you have any further questions or would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact Steven Fraser from Prospectus.

Please note: Prospectus will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis for this vacancy therefore we encourage applications ASAP.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

Open Clasp is seeking a new driven and dynamic Executive Director with a passion for co-creating new theatre. As a small, dedicated team, we are committed to building positive and supportive working cultures. This is an exciting time to join the company with a strong artistic vision and mission to continue delivering an award-winning, place-based programme for its community.

The Executive Director will collaborate closely with the Artistic Director and Executive Producer playing a key role in developing sustainable fundraising strategies, ensuring the financial stability of the organisation, and overseeing accounting processes. You will also manage organisational operations, providing leadership and support to Open Clasp staff and reporting to the Board.

In this senior leadership role, you will be central to ensuring the sustainability of the company through an achievable business plan with diversity and inclusivity at its core.  Open Clasp is committed to supporting women in the industry, offering a flexible/hybrid working model and development support for those stepping into an executive team role.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead strategic direction, financial planning, and risk management.

· Deliver NPO Investment Principles and Let’s Create Strategy.

· Ensure financial stability and oversee all financial matters.

· Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and partners.

· Lead fundraising efforts through diverse income generation strategies.

· Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best practices.

· Promote the company’s profile regionally, nationally, and internationally.

Key Requirements:

· Strong leadership and financial management experience.

· Proven ability to manage budgets, fundraising, and strategic growth.

· Passion for fostering diversity, inclusivity, and equity.

· Experience in managing a creative, arts-based organisation is desirable.

Salary: £39,826 - £44,854 pro rata

Closing Date: 12pm on 28th February 2025

We encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially those who are underrepresented in the arts.

Join Open Clasp to create truthful, risk-taking, and award-winning theatre together!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Finance Officer to join our mental health charity, to support and deliver effective, efficient financial processes and compliance with financial regulations and data protection to ensure the smooth and effective running of the organisation. 

The successful candidate will report to the Senior Operations Manager and will involve managing financial transactions and reconciliation, maintaining accurate project records, supporting the production of management accounts, costing new work, budgeting and reporting as well as overseeing payroll.

You will need to demonstrate strong analytical skills and a passion for supporting mental health research.  Attention to detail, an administrative mind and a compassionate communicator are vital to this role as well as the ability to use your initiative and manage your own workload.  Every day will be different, with the opportunity for you to develop your skills and support our projects.

This post would ideally suit someone with excellent financial administration skills and project management experience.  The post holder will also need to have knowledge of Xero and QuickBooks accounting software

Our team is committed to transforming mental health research through collaboration, inclusion and a belief in equity and anti-oppressive behaviour.  We strongly encourage applications from Black people, People of Colour, people who are LGBTQIA+, those with a disability and those who identify themselves in marginalised groups, as well as people with lived experience of mental health issues.

We offer benefits including a competitive salary, hybrid/flexible working, a NEST Pension scheme with 6% employer contribution, wellbeing support and mentoring scheme, an individual training budget and access to an Employee Assistance Programme with healthcare cash plan. Please see the full Job Description for more information.

The closing date for applications is Friday 28th February 2025 at 9am.

The Interviews will be held week commencing 17th March 2025.

To apply please visit Job vacancies | The McPin Foundation to download an application form

If you have any questions about the post please send your email to our contact inbox.

Join Us as Assistant Chief Executive – Lead, Innovate, and Drive Lasting Impact

Are you a dynamic and strategic leader ready to make a real difference? We are seeking an Assistant Chief Executive to work closely with our Chief Executive Officer in leading and managing our charity, ensuring we achieve our mission and create meaningful, lasting change.

In this pivotal role, you will:
✅ Shape and implement strategic goals that drive sustainable impact.
✅ Build and strengthen partnerships with key stakeholders and funders.
✅ Oversee operations, fundraising, and communications to enhance our reach.
✅ Support and guide our team to deliver innovative, beneficiary-centered services.
✅ Deputise for the Chief Executive Officer and act as a key advisor in shaping our future.

Benefits: In addition to joining a friendly, committed and supportive team, Link to Change offers a generous employee benefits package:

• Enhanced employer pension contribution.
• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Employee assistance programme.
• 2 days per month working from home days.
• Free on-site parking.
• An opportunity to make a real difference to help exploited children and young people create a positive future.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and passionate leader who thrives on driving growth, improving operational performance, and delivering positive change. If you are ready to take on a leadership role with purpose, we want to hear from you!

Apply now and be part of something transformative in changing children and young people's lives.