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Inclusion International is looking for a new Executive Director. This is a key leadership role for our movement.

We are the global network of people with intellectual disabilities and their families. Our goal is to build a world where everyone is included in community life and where people with intellectual disabilities and their families have equal opportunities and rights.

The Executive Director will work closely with our Board of Directors, Council, staff team, and our member organisations around the world to lead the organisation, support our network, and help deliver our shared strategy for inclusion.

About the Role

The Executive Director is responsible for the overall management of Inclusion International. This includes overseeing our programmes and operations, building strong relationships with our members and partners, and supporting our global advocacy and fundraising work.

We are looking for a strategic leader who can build trust, manage a skilled remote team, and strengthen the impact of our global work.

The successful candidate will have senior-level experience in the non-profit sector, a strong understanding of inclusive practice, and a commitment to the rights of people with intellectual disabilities.

You can find the full job description and more about who we're looking for in our attached recruitment pack.

The role is full-time and can be done remotely. We are especially interested in candidates who are based in the UK and familiar with the UK charity sector.

Salary is £95,000 per year, depending on experience.

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, including people with intellectual disabilities and their family members.

Speech and Language Therapist 

We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist (term time + 3 weeks only) to join a team which provides educational support to children and young people, their families, and local schools.

Position: Speech and Language Therapist 

Location: West London (office based) 

Salary: £51,429 - £58,140 per annum (£48,857 – £55,233 actual/pro-rata) up to £5000 market supplement available depending on experience

Hours: Full Time (36 hours per week) 

Contract: Permanent (term time + 3 weeks only = 42 weeks)

Closing Date: 11.59pm on Sunday 27th April 2025

The Role

The Speech and Language Therapist at the Education Hub will provide specialist assessment, intervention and support for children and young people affected by the Grenfell Tragedy. The therapist will conduct comprehensive assessments using evidence-based tools, including formal standardised assessments, observational analysis and dynamic assessment approaches to evaluate speech, language and communication needs. 

You will:

• To work on a 1:1 and group basis with children and young people and provide a high level of expertise to develop students’ speech, language and communication skills.

• To give advice, information and support to enable parents/carers and schools to promote the development of speech, language and communication skills.

• To work with families to equip them with the knowledge and skills to create supportive home environments that meet their child’s specific needs.

• Work in close liaison with the Occupational Therapist and the rest of the team to ensure efficient and effective management of children identified with speech, language and communication needs.

• Comprehensively assess children and young people to help identify difficulties in expressive and receptive language, social communication, fluency, and speech sound development, ensuring targeted and effective intervention.

• Produce detailed reports with clear actionable recommendations to inform support plans and guide effective therapeutic and educational strategies, ensuring interventions are tailored to each child’s specific speech, language, and communication needs.

• Develop Speech & Language Therapy training packages, policies, and programmes to parents, carers and professionals.

About You

• UK qualified status and registered with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) with a license to practice.

• Registered member of Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists

• Trained in Hanen, Elklan, Let’s Talk or VERVE Child Interaction (or a willingness to attend training)

• Extensive knowledge of principles in effective working with families and schools and

application to practice.

• Extensive experience of operational caseload management for children with a speech

and language need.

• Extensive knowledge of appropriate assessment and therapeutic interventions

relevant to the client group.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive

relationships with diverse stakeholders.

• Culturally competent, with an understanding of diverse family contexts and the ability

to tailor interventions accordingly.

• An understanding of trauma informed and restorative practice alongside a willingness to learn more

• Participate in continued professional development and keep informed of relevant

research and best practice, and to maintain HCPC registration.

• Knowledge and understanding relating to the safeguarding of children.

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Now!  Submit your CV and a supporting statement (2 sides A4 maximum) setting out how you meet the role requirements, please ensure this is in one document. 

About the organisation: 

The Grenfell 'Education Hub' will open later this year to serve those most affected by the Grenfell Tower tragedy. The hub will provide educational support to children and young people, their families, and local schools. 

A consultation process in 2023 and 2024 about the needs of the community and the bereaved and survivors led to proposals for an educational ‘hub’.  This will comprise a wide range of professionals including four specialist teachers, an Educational Psychologist, a Speech and Language Therapist, an Occupational Therapist, a Careers Coordinator, and a Family Support Worker. Their time will be divided between direct work with children and families in the ‘Hub’, and support for local schools. The activity of the hub aims to; 

• Provide good quality educational support to as many children and young people as possible

• Build the skills and confidence of children and young people, their families, and education staff in local schools

• Develop strong relationships with those most affected by the Grenfell Tower fire

• Accurately assess its impact 

Diversity & Inclusion: The Education Hub is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people from all backgrounds.

Other roles you may have experience of could Speech Therapist, Language Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist, Therapist, Care, Support Group, Support and Advice, Support Service, etc….

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

We are seeking a candidate with a keen interest in national healthcare policy to provide a crucial underpinning role that supports and enables the policy managers and policy officer to deliver the Academy’s committee and wider policy and influencing work. This is an ideal role for someone who is driven by the desire to influence positive societal change through gaining experience in a complex national policy environment. The role would suit either a recent graduate looking to gain experience or a career administrator who enjoys a busy role in a small organisation. 

ARC Blackburn (ARC), an established local charity, has recently been commissioned by Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council to deliver an asylum seeker integration programme for newly arrived asylum seekers in the borough. The purpose of the role is to work with new and existing partner organisations as well as existing staff, volunteers, and service users to deliver the programme.

This role requires an experienced individual who will encourage clients’ engagement in the community by welcoming, supporting, signposting, running social activities, connecting communities and supporting organisations, organising events and trips, and engaging with clients who require additional social engagement support. The Partnerships and Engagement Coordinator will be responsible for measuring the impact and outcomes of all small activities and events using surveys, questionnaires and focus groups.

The other strand to the coordinator role will be to support local asylum seeker and refugee support hubs in the delivery of both formal and informal learning of English and Digital skills.  Enabling access to these learning opportunities is vital to our clients’ resettlement and integration in the UK and local environment.

To be successful in the role, you will have relevant experience in community engagement and/or building partnerships in the charity sector. You will have proven experience in delivering activities and events that focus on community connection and co-creation, thus improving community integration and reducing social isolation.  You will need to have excellent communication skills and be able to motivate and inspire diverse groups of people. You must also have excellent IT skills, with the ability to report on quantitative and qualitative data. Experience of using a case management system is preferred.

Fluency in an additional language would be beneficial. The post will be based in Blackburn, Lancashire, but with frequent visits to other locations in Blackburn and Darwen. 

Why work for us?

• We are an accredited Real Living Wage Employer. We are committed to paying our staff according to the real cost of living.
• 25 days holiday (pro-rata), plus Christmas and Eid
• 3% employer Pension contributions
• Be part of an amazing team that are committed to making a real difference to the lives of asylum seekers and refugees

Please download our recruitment pack including the person and job specification before applying. Please avoid the use of AI in your application - we are not assessing your application based on grammar or spelling, and we would love to read about your specific experience.

We have been lucky enough to secure funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund for our wilder future for Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust Project. This is to undertake a programme of digital and cultural transformation at the Trust, creating a more efficient and effective organisation.

You’ll be part of the Trust’s Development Directorate, leading the development and delivery of the Trust’s volunteering transformation plans with the aim to improve collaboration and efficiency across the Trust.

About the role

This is a new role funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund that will enable the transformation of how the Trust supports volunteering by delivering a programme of volunteer and staff engagement and training, and leading the set up and migration to a new cloud-based volunteer management system. The role will also lead on volunteer development with external partners as part of the project.

The postholder will require the ability to work collaboratively and to implement an agreed project plan to fixed milestones and is expected to support and embrace a positive team culture, and to uphold the Trust’s values and expected behaviours at all times. They should act as a positive role model for staff, volunteers and external stakeholders through a professional, collaborative and engaging approach.

Please see our recruitment for further job description and person specification.

How do we support you?

We offer an excellent benefits package, ranging from office perks, generous leave entitlements and financial benefits. You can find out more on our website.

How to apply

It’s quick and easy to apply.

Once you had read our recruitment pack just email with your up-to-date CV and a supporting statement (max 2 sides of A4), outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role’s criteria. Please see our recruitment pack online for contact details. 

The application deadline is 9am, Tuesday 6th May 2025.

Early application is encouraged as we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may contact you to discuss your application further before the interview stage.

About the Trust

Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust is a local nature conservation charity.

We believe that wildlife should have space to thrive alongside our everyday lives and that everyone benefits from having access to nature.

Our staff team is enthusiastic, friendly and committed to making a difference.

About us:
Princess Alice Hospice is one of the top ten adult hospices in the UK, providing specialist palliative care and support to a community of more than a million people living in Surrey, south west London and Middlesex. : 
 

About the Hospice at Home team: 
Our Hospice at Home service brings the skills and expertise of our highly trained and dedicated specialist team directly into our patient’s homes. This allows patients, their families, and carers access to the vital support they need at home, when time matters most.

About the role:

We are looking for an experienced Nurse Specialist to take on the important role of locality team leader in one of our localities.  This will involve both clinical and leadership skills.  There is a potential for this to be a development role for an experienced Specialist Nurse wishing to move in to leadership.

Working under the clinical leadership of the Associate Director of Patient Care and Communities, you will adopt a person-centered, coaching approach to the leadership of a locality team, fostering self-coaching, team working, self-awareness, personal growth and professional competence and development. The role has responsibilities for line management of the multi professional locality team and also deputises when needed.

The role compliments an additional 2 locality leads who work closely together as a peer group across the whole service. This is an exciting role for someone who wants to blend their clinical care, skills and knowledge with clinical and professional leadership.  A minimum of 60% of time will be spent in direct clinical care.

You will ensure clinical practice is reflective of current developments in Specialist Palliative Care and End of Life Care. You will also promote a learning and continuous improvement environment and participate in the development and delivery of educational programs, research and audit

About you:  
You will be motivated, have excellent communication skills and clear leadership capabilities.

You should have a relevant degree or diploma and it’s essential that you have Palliative care or oncology and community experience.  

If you are enthusiastic, passionate. personable and share our values and care about making a difference in the last years of someone’s life, we would love to hear from you! 

As well as joining a caring organisation where you will be able to make a difference for our patients and their families, some of our employee benefits include: 

• 27 days’ annual leave plus recognised public holidays - rising to 29 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years’ service (pro rata for part time) 

• educational and professional development opportunities (we have an on-site Education Team) 

• monthly group reflections via Schwartz Rounds sessions 

• free on-site parking 

• tranquil Hospice grounds 

• clinical supervision (regular and we ensure its protected time) 

• an annual development day - protected time for you and your learning 

• subsidised meals at our on-site restaurant

• Employee Assistance Programme 

• access to the Blue Light Card discount scheme 

• access to our Group Pension Scheme 

• Excellent changing facilities (with showers, fresh towels, and hairdryers)

• wellbeing care - we provide a programme of activities, opportunities, and guidance to inspire and support our employees to live a healthy life, at home and at work. 

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Ann Smith, Associate Director of Patient Care and Communities.

How to apply: 

At Princess Alice Hospice we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We are fully committed to equality of opportunities, and we warmly welcome applications from all backgrounds and cultures.

We are signed up to the Disability Confident scheme and we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. We are a place where you can be you.

Please visit our Privacy Notices section to understand and be aware of how we use the data you provide to us.

All of our vacancies except from retail are subject to a relevant DBS check

Overall job purpose

This is a fundamental role within our North regional team, internally the role is known as Local Community Officer. The future of CCT’s outstanding collection of historic churches depends on communities supporting their local CCT church with funds, events, inspiring interpretation, visitor services and preventive conservation. The Local Community Officer will engage and support communities and volunteers to care for 23 historic churches across Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Merseyside, W. Yorkshire, N. Yorkshire (part), ensuring each site achieves agreed standards.

Key relationships

You will work closely with the Lead Local Community Officer (North), regional and national colleagues, volunteers, community groups and other local stakeholders.

If you would like to apply for this role, please visit our recruitment portal to begin your application. You will be asked to submit a CV and a short supporting statement (max 2 sides A4) outlining why you’d like to apply and how you fulfil the person specification for this post, so you’ll need to refer to the job description.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 8am on Monday 28th April 2025.

The interviews will take place in Leeds on Wednesday 7th May 2025. Please note that the interview date and location have been specifically chosen according to the availability of the panel.

We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. Candidates who declare that they have a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the job will be offered an interview.

If you have any queries about this role, or if you have a disability and wish to request a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.

We are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunities to all regardless of an individual’s age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We are not a licensed sponsor at this time. Any offer of employment will be made subject to valid right to work in the UK being provide

Position: Director of Income Generation
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours a week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Office-based in London with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: £73,653 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band 5

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

It is a very exciting time to join the MS Society as Director of Income Generation a brand-new role in the organisation. We are implementing an ambitious cross-organisational transformation programme. And we have just started a new 2025-29 strategy. Income Generation is central to both.

We are transforming our approach to engagement to grow and deepen relationships with all our audiences. This creates an opportunity to integrate our approach to engagement and income generation. So we can increase our financial supporter base. Grow and diversify long-term sustainable income to deliver transformational impact for the MS Community. And contribute to our ultimate vision of a world free from MS.

We are looking for someone to provide strategic and thought leadership to income generation.  Someone who can work collaboratively across the organisation to lead and drive forward our ambition for income generation.

You will act as the leading authority on matters relating to income generation, providing advice across the organisation including to the Executive Group and Trustees.

You will enable the delivery of related transformation programmes that increase and diversify income. And have strategic ownership of the income generation programme, including income-related activities and KPIs within the engagement calendar, and customer experience and journeys relating to financial supporters

You will lead on income generation functions planning and budget setting contributing to the overall business planning process for the Income and Engagement Directorate

Closing date for applications: 9:00am Monday 12th May 2025
Anticipated interview dates:
First interviews: Tuesday 27 May or Wednesday 28 May
Second interviews: Wednesday 4 June or Friday 6 June

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.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our award-winning Fundraising Team at Birmingham Women’s and Children’s Hospital Charity. The Corporate Partnerships Officer will join our recently established Philanthropy and Partnerships (P&P) team to help us develop and nurture a range of corporate and philanthropic relationships. Together, we will significantly increase our income in support of the world leading research, treatment, and care that takes place across our hospitals in areas such as: childhood cancer, rare diseases, neonatal and maternal health, children and young people’s mental health, and critical care. 

The Corporate Partnerships Officer will be responsible for account managing a portfolio of new and existing corporate accounts to deliver a sustainable income growth year on year. In addition, they will work closely with the Head of Corporate Partnerships and Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer to support the day-to-day management of high value strategic partnerships and the delivery of business development activities. They will also contribute to the wider strategic aims of the P&P team to significantly grow both philanthropic and corporate partnership income and impact over the next three years. 

The ideal candidate will have strong corporate account management and communication skills (both verbally and in writing) ideally gained within a fundraising or sales/business development environment. They will be a self-starter with an appetite to make unsolicited approaches to businesses and individuals, along with the ability to develop and grow lasting relationships with corporate partners.  They will have strong time management skills, a motivation to work towards and achieve targets, and an appreciation of working for the NHS. 

What we offer: 

• Flexible and hybrid working to support work-life balance 

• Generous annual leave entitlement with additional leave for long service  

• Enhanced sick pay 

• Enhanced Maternity Pay 

• Free flu jabs 

• Cycle to work scheme 

• Charity events throughout the year 

• Employer enhanced auto-enrolment pension scheme with 8% employer contribution 

• Ongoing commitment to education and professional development 

The Charity is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.  

Successful candidates will have access to vulnerable beneficiaries therefore the role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.  

If you think you have the qualities we are looking for and the desire to contribute, please download the Job Vacancy Pack and then send us a CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria for the role and making clear why you would like to be considered for it. 

The closing date for return of applications is 18 May 2025.

Vacancy Reference Number:

QC/PROG/UK-R1

Position Title:

Quality Coordinator

Reports to:

Programmes Manager

Department:

Programmes

Location:

Muslim Hands, 148 – 164 Gregory Boulevard, Gregory House, Nottingham, NG7 5JE

Hours of Work:

Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary Range:

£27,000 - £32,000.00 per annum (commensurate with experience)

Terms of Employment:

6-Months’ Fixed-Term Contract (with a 3-Month Probationary Period)

Application Process & Closing Date:

Send an up-to-date CV and supporting Covering Letter by Email by no later than 4th May 2025

Approx. Interview & Role Commencement Date(s):

· Interviews: As and when strong candidates identified

· Start: ASAP thereafter

Note: Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date, to hold either a ‘In-Person’ or Online Interview (via MS Teams, Zoom or Skype) with Muslim Hands; therefore, please familiarise yourself with MS Teams, Zoom or Skype prior to submitting your Application.

Other Information:

Muslim Hands’ Open Kitchen is a community initiative dedicated to providing nutritious, hot meals to individuals in need, while fostering a welcoming and compassionate environment. With three operational Open Kitchens, our mission is to not only alleviate food insecurity but also to serve with dignity, respect, and care. We are looking for a dynamic Quality Coordinator to join our team and help standardise operations, ensuring consistent high-quality service. Additionally, this role will involve creating a blueprint to facilitate the expansion of Muslim Hands’ Open Kitchens across the UK.

Role Overview:

The Quality Coordinator will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and consistent delivery of services across our three Open Kitchens. This includes developing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to staff training, volunteer engagement, service delivery, and interactions with service users. In addition, the Quality Coordinator will be responsible for designing a scalable operational blueprint that will enable Muslim Hands to expand its network of Open Kitchens across the UK, replicating best practices and maintaining high standards at new locations.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Development and Implementation of SOPs

Develop and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for key operational areas, including:

Staff training and induction programmes.

Standardising service delivery (e.g., food preparation, hygiene, and presentation).

Volunteer engagement, management, and retention strategies.

Interactions with service users, ensuring dignity, respect, and cultural sensitivity.

Ensure consistency in operations and service quality across the existing three Open Kitchens.

Regularly review and update SOPs to incorporate feedback from staff, volunteers, and service users.

2. Staff Training & Development

Design and deliver a structured staff training programme covering food safety, hygiene, customer service, safe guarding and kitchen operations.

Ensure that staff are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to deliver a high-quality service.

Work with the Programmes Manager and other stakeholders to identify and address training needs or gaps in staff performance.

Conduct performance evaluations and ensure continuous development opportunities for staff members.

3. Standardising Service Delivery

Develop and implement service standards that ensure a consistent and positive experience for all service users, regardless of which Open Kitchen they visit.

Establish guidelines for meal preparation, serving protocols, and dining area management.

Introduce service quality audits to assess and ensure the effectiveness of standardised procedures.

Track service delivery performance and guest satisfaction, and make recommendations for improvement where necessary.

4. Volunteer Engagement and Management

Create and implement a volunteer engagement strategy to attract, train, and retain volunteers across all Open Kitchens.

Develop clear role descriptions, training materials, and expectations for volunteers.

Ensure that all volunteers are trained in food safety and service protocols, and understand the mission of Muslim Hands’ Open Kitchen.

Maintain a positive, welcoming environment for volunteers, and develop strategies to foster long-term volunteer relationships.

5. Service User Interactions

Develop guidelines to ensure that all service users are treated with dignity, respect, and compassion in line with the values of Muslim Hands.

Train staff and volunteers on communication, conflict resolution, and cultural sensitivity.

Gather and analyse feedback from service users to continually improve the guest experience.

Establish and maintain protocols for managing difficult situations with service users effectively and with empathy.

6. Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement

Regularly assess the performance of the Open Kitchens through audits, inspections, and service user feedback.

Identify opportunities for improvement in service delivery, staff training, and volunteer engagement.

Recommend and implement changes to SOPs based on assessments and findings.

Work with the Programme Manager and Open Kitchen Coordinator to track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to service quality and user satisfaction.

7. Blueprint for Expansion

Design a blueprint for setting up new Muslim Hands’ Open Kitchens across the UK, ensuring that they follow the same standards of service and operations.

Document key learnings from the existing Open Kitchens to create a replicable model that can be applied to future locations.

Collaborate with the Programme Manager identify potential new locations and establish expansion plans.

Ensure that the blueprint includes staffing, volunteer management, operational procedures, and compliance with local regulations.

8. Reporting & Communication

Provide regular reports to the Programmes Manager on the status of quality initiatives, SOP implementation, and service delivery.

Document and report on volunteer engagement, service quality audits, and training outcomes.

Ensure transparent communication with staff and volunteers about updates to SOPs, quality standards, and service delivery.

Qualifications and Skills

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Public Health, Non-profit Management, Hospitality, or a related field preferred.

Experience: 3-5 years of experience in quality assurance, operations coordination, or programme management, ideally within a non-profit or food service setting.

Strong understanding of food safety regulations and service quality standards.

Experience in developing and implementing SOPs, training programmes, and quality audits.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train, motivate, and engage staff and volunteers.

Strong problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects across different locations.

Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite and quality management systems.

Work Context

· The post is based in Nottingham and will involve regular travel to three Open Kitchens and potential new locations, so a valid driver’s licence and reliable transport are desired.

Some evening and weekend work may be required to support kitchen operations and events.

Deadline for applications is 4th May 2025 however we reserve the right to end the application procedure early should the right candidate be found.

NB: Unfortunately, we will only be able to contact successful candidates so if you have not heard from us by the closure date unfortunately your application will have been unsuccessful.

Salary: £31,370 FTE

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 30-37 Hours per week will be considered

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you excel at building strong, lasting relationships with businesses and corporate partners? We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Executive to join our Community Engagement team. In this role, you will identify and develop new and existing partnerships within the business community to raise funds and generate income, supporting the vital work of the hospice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and build relationships with local businesses and corporate partners.
• Develop and implement fundraising strategies to secure financial support, sponsorships, and in-kind donations.
• Manage and nurture long-term partnerships, ensuring continued engagement and growth.
• Work closely with the team to integrate corporate support into our broader fundraising strategy.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in business development, fundraising, or account management.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and inspire local businesses.
• A passion for charitable work and a deep commitment to supporting our hospice’s mission.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a results-driven approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. 

Why Work With Us?

When you join St. Michael’s, you become part of a supportive, compassionate, and driven team dedicated to making a real impact. You’ll grow professionally while making a difference that truly matters to our community. to develop.

We offer flexible working (office or hybrid), free parking, and a location close to the hospice for ease of access. Plus, you’ll love working in an environment where every day brings new challenges and rewards.

St. Michael’s Hospice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo relevant background checks, including a DBS check and provide satisfactory reference before starting the role.

Our benefits

We offer a competitive salary with attractive benefits, including, free parking, life assurance, 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and an extensive health and wellbeing plan and company pension.

How to Apply:
To be considered for this role, please submit the following:

• Cover letter explaining why you’re an ideal candidate for this position. Applications without this will not be considered.
• Application Form (available for download from our website).
• CV outlining your relevant experience and skills.

Closing Date:  Tuesday 29 April at 12:00pm

Interview Date: Tuesday 6 May in person

Could you be our new Volunteer Support Coordinator?

Who we’re looking for

You will be an excellent communicator, as well as a practical, well organised and hardworking individual, preferably with experience in the voluntary sector or equivalent transferable experience.

Reporting to the Service Manager, you will support them with managing our Remote services. You will provide support to volunteers and oversee the daily running of the service when on duty to ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly. 

There has never been a more exciting time to join the Corporate Partnerships Team at Alzheimer’s Research UK (ARUK). Recent breakthroughs in dementia research mean we are on the cusp of the first generation of dementia treatments in the UK. There has never been more optimism around our mission to find a cure for this devasting condition and critical moment for organisations to partner with us.

You’ll be joining a high-performing team that has a large portfolio of high-profile corporate partners including but not limited to Omaze, The Perfume Shop, Slimming World, Bloomberg, TP ICAP, and Dyson. Alongside having just secured brilliant partnerships with Cadbury, and John West.

We’re looking for a New Business Officer to join our team, to secure new partnerships that will grow income and take us one step closer to a cure.

This is a 12-month Fixed Term Contract to cover a period of maternity leave.

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

Identify and build strategic relationships to generate income from new corporate supporters.

· A focused and strategic approach to identifying, researching, and targeting prospective corporate partners.

· Work closely with Corporate Partnerships Manager (CPM) to deliver our successful new business strategy. 

· Build and manage a pipeline of new business opportunities to include strategic partnerships and charity of the year partnerships. 

· Develop engagement plans for prospects, with innovative, commercially minded ideas, to maximise the chances of securing successful partnerships. 

· Create innovative and creative applications/proposals for charity of the year and strategic partnerships. 

· Actively network with potential corporate partners through warm contacts, events, conferences, and other available media. 

· Ensure effective monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of new business approaches in liaison with CPM, communicating progress regularly. 

· Take full personal responsibility for the timely recording of prospects, actions, updates, and notes within the CRM (Salesforce). 

· Work alongside the Partnership Development Officers on new partnership set-up, including establishing legal agreements with corporate partners. 

· Work closely with the Philanthropy team to leverage support from major donors and assist the Philanthropy team with their prospects where possible.

· Achieve agreed financial and non-financial targets, including income generation and meetings. 

· Support the CPM in the development and implementation of the corporate fundraising strategy for ARUK, to increase the team’s income, to ensure that the best use is made of internal and external contacts

Represent the charity professionally in a high-level corporate context.

· Organise and attend networking and cultivation events as required, influencing, and engaging high-level external contacts.

· Deliver high-quality and creative presentations and proposals to help target and engage prospects and convert them into partners.

· Organise tailored face-to-face meeting opportunities to initiate and build relationships.

· Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current ARUK activities, including research being funded, and be an advocate of ARUK at all times.

What we are looking for:

· Corporate fundraising experience, or business development experience in a corporate role.

· Evidence of delivering high-quality and creative presentations and proposals to help target and engage potential partners/clients.

· Experience in creatively building new strategic partnerships/clients from scratch within a fundraising and/or corporate environment.

· Experience in engaging and building relationships with key external stakeholders and decision-makers to deliver positive outcomes.

· Experience in securing new partners/clients within a fundraising and/or corporate environment.

· Confidence working with computers – good knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. 

· Excellent personal communication skills, with the ability to communicate with people at all levels face to face and on the phone.

· Ability to write professionally, with an ability to adapt communications for different audiences.

· Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

· Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload.

· Ability to articulate complex issues to supporters in a compelling manner.

· Strong negotiation skills and the ability to make financial asks.  

· Strong business development and relationship management skills, ideally from a charity background.

· Ambitious, professional, and hard-working team player.

· Outgoing, enthusiastic, and able to remain calm in a fast-paced environment.

· Ability to give and receive feedback.

· Ability to try new ways of working and be resilient.

· Willingness to work outside of regular office hours during busy spells, as well as occasional travel within the UK when required.

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 £34,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack for more information.

The closing date for applications is the 5th May 2025. Due to the urgent requirement of this role, we will be actively speaking to and interviewing suitable candidates as they apply. With that in mind, we would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as the closing date may be brought forward at any time. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

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 2022, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement and were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:

• 48th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.

• 19th in the 100 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.

• 3rd in the 50 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

Overall Purpose

The Office Administrator will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the Foundation. This role is responsible for maintaining and developing administrative systems, both manual and digital, while supporting all core functions, including executive board, grant-making, fund development, and finance. Acting as the central support for the team, the role ensures internal processes run effectively by managing key administrative tasks and coordinating internal and external meetings. Through excellent organisation and attention to detail, the Office Administrator plays a vital role in keeping the foundation connected and running seamlessly.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to all staff of the foundation.

Manage the administration of information systems, including filing and database management.

Type and word-process documents and letters as required.

Undertake routine collation of information relating to the foundation’s services.

Office Coordination & Communication 

Serve as the first point of contact for incoming phone calls and emails, greeting and assisting visitors, and overseeing the handling of incoming and outgoing post and deliveries.

Contacting individuals and groups by telephone when clarification or further information is required.

Provide customer service support when necessary.

Administer and keep up to date the contacts database and formal records or organisations the foundation works with.

Enter details of applications and donors into CRM systems.

Maintain and develop communication with affiliated and other voluntary groups, including supporting networking events.

Operations & Supplies Management

General office administration, including the maintenance of equipment inventories, training records, PAT testing schedules, and room bookings.

Manage the ordering and stocking of stationery, equipment and other office supplies.

Marcomms Support

Assist in the preparation, production, and distribution of regular newsletters, including maintaining the mailing list database.

Assist in posting content on social media platforms.

Executive Board Assistance

Work with the CEO to prepare and manage quarterly Board meetings for Foundation, and as required, other partners (including JCT)

Prepare for meetings, including compiling and distributing board papers, managing meeting dates and availability, and ensuring logistical arrangements.

Take accurate minutes and provide general administrative support for Board level members, always ensuring strict confidentiality.

Regularly update and maintain Board requirements, including EDI data, references, annual Conflict of Interest declarations, DBS checks, and other governance related documentation including Foundation Training log and Policy changes.

Provide administrative support to the Chair of Trustees as required, ensuring they have the necessary documentation, scheduling support, and other assistance to fulfil their role effectively.

Events and PR

Assist with organising events to showcase the Foundation’s work, including functions for donors, potential donors, community and voluntary groups.

Representing BLCF

Work as an effective Ambassador for the Foundation always, including at events and external networking.

Engage with the UK Community Foundation peer network to ensure the best practice is shared from across the sector

Experience

Demonstrable experience of using online file managements systems (e.g. SharePoint) to manage data and information relating to an organisations core systems, policies and processes. 

Experience in working at Board or senior levels with supporting administration and issues in a confidential manner.

Experience of working under pressure while effectively collaborating across teams to achieve objectives.

Experience in administrative work, including managing tasks efficiently and supporting operational processes.

Some understanding of the wider voluntary and charity sector. (D)  

Skills & Abilities

Excellent computer and administration skills, with experience using Word, Canva (or comparable design tools), Excel, PowerPoint, and databases such as Salesforce.

Demonstrably highly organised, capable of juggling projects and tasks, delivering structured plans, and adapting quickly to changing circumstances.

A self-starter, able to act on own initiative, organise, plan, and prioritise workload to meet deadlines.

Demonstrable and excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a small team and provide cross-functional support.

Ability to maintain strict confidentially and handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Good time keeping skills and effective time management skills, ensuring deadlines and commitments are met.

Ability to collate and access information to produce clear and concise reports. (D)

Demonstrable skills in minute taking at a Board, senior or Executive level.

Equality Issues

Able to articulate how diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) can be made integral to their work and service delivery of the Foundation.

Personal Attributes

Committed to high standards of customer care and the provision of high-quality services.

Highly motivated with enthusiasm and determination to contribute positively to the organisation. (D)

A creative person with strong initiative, bringing new ideas and solutions to improve processes. (D)

Strong commitment and understanding of the values of the Community Foundation. (D)

Education and Training

Work and personal relevant experience.

Certificates in relevant administrative courses and skills. (D)

Other Requirements

Able to work evenings and weekends as necessary.

Ability to access and work across all the county of Bedfordshire or other geographical areas as dictated by our funding streams, when necessary. To ensure we meet the business and operational requirements of the organisation.

Current driving license and access to a vehicle (D).