Compassion UK

Who we are

Founded in 1952, Compassion is an international children’s charity. We work in 29 countries partnering with 8,600 local churches within communities experiencing poverty. Our heart is to give children and young people the opportunity to thrive and reach their God-given potential both now and into the future.

Compassion’s child development programmes are holistic, and because we work in partnership with local churches who know their communities inside out, they’re tailored to a child or young person’s individual situation. Independent research shows they are highly effective, and now more than 2.3 million children globally are being released from poverty.

Location

Based in Fleet, Hampshire, Compassion UK is located just 40 minutes outside of London by train. A modern, agile office, Compassion House provides a bright and spacious working environment which places staff and volunteer well-being at the very heart.

Professional Excellence

Here at Compassion UK we’re a collaborate, effective, joyful, grace-filled, passionate and authentic team. In everything we do, we’re committed to working with outstanding quality and excellence, in a way that honours both God and people.

We believe it’s important to invest in and equip our staff and volunteers so they can use their God-given gifts to their full potential.

Staff Satisfaction and Benefits

Working for Compassion UK also comes with many additional benefits including: 10% employer pension contribution, 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, Group Life and Income Protection cover on appointment and private healthcare and dental cover on successful completion of probationary period. 

Staff also have access to free parking, tea and coffee facilities and on-site gym and shower facilities.

Relentless Passion

Working for Compassion UK is so much more than a job. You can use your passion and talents to make a difference to some of the world’s most vulnerable children.

Our culture and values

INTEGRITY

Since 1952, we have been working with unwavering integrity and have built a foundation of great credibility for Compassion’s ministry. We steward the resources entrusted to us with utmost care.

We align our thoughts, motivations, attitudes and actions with the ethical principles found in God’s Word. From the way we sensitively work alongside vulnerable children and parents to how we steward your donations, we’re honest and trustworthy.

EXCELLENCE

We’re committed to working with outstanding quality, in a way that honours both God and people. We have world-class competence in developing partnerships with local churches, facilitating sponsor/child relationships and empowering children to learn, develop and overcome poverty.

Our outcomes reflect our unwavering commitment to quality. Compassion has independent research to prove its model really works.

STEWARDSHIP

Our work belongs to the children we serve, our church partners, our sponsors and supporters, and ultimately to God.

We’re accountable for every penny we spend. We ensure the resources we’re entrusted with are used strategically and wisely for the greatest benefit of children living in poverty. 

DIGNITY

We believe all people are worthy of our respect and love. This influences every aspect of the way we work.

DISCERNMENT

We believe God guides us in multiple ways (Scripture, prayer, wise counsel, expertise) to make community-affirmed, Spirit-led decisions as we pursue God’s will in accomplishing our mission together.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

We’re a Disability Confident Employer, and we want all candidates to have the opportunity to participate fairly in the recruitment process and have the best possible experience. If you have a disability, long-term condition, or short-term impairment, please let us know so we can discuss how we might best support you.