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Join Racing Welfare as Head of Fundraising and Make a Lasting Impact!
Are you an ambitious, results-driven fundraising leader with a passion for making a difference? Racing Welfare is looking for an exceptional Head of Fundraising to join our senior management team and take the helm of a thriving, high-performance fundraising operation. This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants to shape the future of British horseracing’s charitable support, driving growth and innovation in a vital sector.
About Racing Welfare:
Racing Welfare is a registered charity dedicated to supporting the workforce of British horseracing – from stud, stable, and racecourse staff to those in related professions. Our mission is to help these dedicated individuals thrive in their careers and lives, offering guidance, practical assistance, and support throughout their journey – from recruitment to retirement.
The Role:
As Head of Fundraising, you will play a central role in Racing Welfare’s strategic direction and growth. You’ll work closely with the Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer to craft and execute an ambitious fundraising strategy that delivers innovative income streams to fund our vital services. You’ll lead, inspire, and develop a talented team, empowering them to deliver outstanding fundraising initiatives and events that drive real change.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop & Deliver Fundraising Strategy: Work with senior leadership to shape the charity’s fundraising vision, ensuring the strategy aligns with our wider goals and drives long-term sustainability.
- Innovative Fundraising Campaigns: Create and implement engaging campaigns, managing budgets and evaluating performance to optimise success.
- Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and motivate a high-performing fundraising team, supporting their professional growth and achieving collective goals.
- Building Strategic Partnerships: Cultivate relationships with trusts, foundations, and corporate partners to build lasting, mutually beneficial collaborations.
- Drive Operational Excellence: Oversee day-to-day fundraising operations, ensuring smooth management of income, expenditure, and compliance.
You Will Bring:
- Proven experience in fundraising or commercial management, with a track record of successfully recruiting donors and sponsors.
- A natural leader with exceptional people management skills, able to inspire and empower teams to excel.
- Solid experience in budgeting, financial planning, and performance management.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate diverse stakeholders.
- A passion for innovation and the ability to think strategically about fundraising opportunities.
Bonus: Experience in the horseracing industry is desirable, but not essential.
Why Racing Welfare?
This is your chance to take on a leadership role in a respected and impactful charity. You’ll be part of a passionate team, working in a dynamic environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth. The role offers flexibility with the option to work from home or our Newmarket office, alongside occasional travel across the UK (including evenings and weekends).
As a charity, wellbeing is at the forefront of all we do. We aim to be a leading employer in the industry and make sure everyone at Racing Welfare has the opportunity to thrive.
If you’re ready to make a significant contribution to the future of Racing Welfare and help improve the lives of those who dedicate themselves to British horseracing, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply Today:
Submit your CV and covering letter to join Racing Welfare and lead our fundraising efforts to new heights.
We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. The closing date for this role is 14 February 2025. Interviews will be held the week commencing 25 February 2025. We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date if we receive a large number of suitable applications.
Salary: £50,000 p.a.
Racing Welfare is committed to safeguarding and will always recruit all personnel in line with government guidelines, relevant legislation, and the Charity Commission's best practice guidance.
This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. We only ask applicants to disclose convictions which are not yet spent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
Racing Welfare’s Safeguarding Statement of Intent can be found on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The role
We are looking for a Supporter Acquisition Executive to play a key role in the fundraising that supports NDCS's work to support deaf children and their families. This post will manage relationships with fundraising supporter acquisition agencies, particularly working door to door and face to face, to recruit tens of thousands of new supporters every year.
What you'll do
- Manage relationships with fundraising supporter acquisition agencies, ensuring our ambitious supporter recruitment targets are hit and that campaigns comply with regulations and best practice.
- Monitor and report on the success of campaigns, identifying areas for growth and improvement.
- Ensure feedback and complaints are learned from and handled effectively.
What you'll need
- Strong communication, confidence managing relationships externally & internally.
- Numeracy & attention to detail - able to create reports on campaign performance & make improvement recommendations.
- Resilience in dealing with challenges.
- Familiarity with fundraising processes and regulation is an advantage.
- Previous experience of managing high value suppliers, or account management, is an advantage.
- Strong digital skills and a sound understanding of agile values & principles.
- A criminal record check / DBS disclosure (if offered the position).
What you'll get
- Home-based working with flexible hours.
- 25 days holiday - plus additional 3 days at Christmas (and bank holidays).
- Pension (5.5% employer contribution).
- Healthcare Cashplan
- Annual performance-based salary increase.
- Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programmes.
What we do
The National Deaf Children's Society are the leading charity for deaf children. We give expert support on childhood deafness, raise awareness and campaign for deaf children's rights, so they have the same opportunities as everyone else.
Disability Confidence
We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to offering interviews to candidates who request to be considered under the disability confident scheme and meet the minimum requirements of the person specification. Please contact us with any accessibility or reasonable adjustment enquiries.
The National Deaf Children’s Society is a registered charity in England and Wales (1016532) and in Scotland (SC040779).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About Cord
Cord is an international charity working to make peace a reality where people don’t have the freedom to exercise their rights. We work to build the relationship between those in power and local communities.
We believe that people flourish when all parts of society work together. Peaceful relationships make that possible. The simple act of talking begins a journey of growth which transforms mistrust, includes the excluded and turns adversaries into allies.
Cord operates in eight countries and implements programmes in the following areas:
- Empowering Women & Girls
- Accessing Fundamental Freedoms
- Climate & the Environment
- Economic Empowerment
- Supporting Stronger Societies
We are a small, committed team who love working together to make a huge impact. If you like the sound of us, then take a look at the recruitment pack and come and join our team!
About the Role
Are you someone who is passionate about seeing positive change in our world? Can you bring knowledge and creativity in designing innovative and effective peacebuilding programmes?
We are looking for someone to support our programmes and institutional fundraising with excellent writing skills, who is passionate about addressing the root causes of and inequalities caused by conflict. You will be someone passionate about the work Cord does and who can bring technical institutional funding expertise alongside peacebuilding knowledge to our small and committed team.
In this role you will lead the development of new programmes and institutional funding bids in line with Cord’s peacebuilding approach and 5 main programme areas. You will manage proposal submissions to Cord’s key donors such as the EU, US State Department, GIZ, SDC, UN Peacebuilding Fund etc. You will be working closely with country teams to design and write proposals based on strong project designs developed in partnership with our local partners.
The role will also operate at a strategic level by managing Cord’s relationships with key donors and shaping how Cord communicates about its programmes and the added-value that Cord brings.
If you like what you read and are passionate about real and lasting change, come and join us and be part of the Cord story.
To apply please send your CV and covering letter explaining your interest in the role and how you fulfil the role requirements.
Please ensure that your address/location is stated on your CV or cover letter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Charisma is working in partnership with Guide Dogs to appoint their new Director of Guide Dog Service. Guide Dogs, the world’s largest assistance dog organisation, offer a wide range of services to support people living with a vision impairment. Their expert staff, dedicated volunteers and life-changing dogs help people with sight loss to live actively, independently, and well.
This senior leadership role helps people with sight loss to live the life they choose through the direction, delivery and development of the guide dog service. The postholder will cultivate a high-performance culture, and will be accountable for strategic oversight of breeding, puppy raising, dog training, creating/supporting partnerships, rehoming, and dog health to ensure the provision of a high-quality service that meets the needs of service users, and brings strategic goals to fruition.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:
- Substantial track record of leadership at senior management level (or equivalent) in an organisation of comparable size and complexity.
- Experience of long-term service or operations planning to meet strategic objectives.
- Evidence of successful financial management.
- Track record in supporting organisational change, influencing, building and sustaining relationships to achieve results.
- Comprehensive knowledge of safeguarding regulations.
- An in-depth understanding of customer relations.
We are seeking a dynamic, inspiring and influential individual, able to serve as a role model for the organisation, displaying integrity and confidence. Experience of, and commitment to, continuous organisational improvement and the ability to act as a change agent will be essential.
For more information, please contact Katherine Anderson-Scott, Associate Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Location: Homebased with frequent travel to all Guide Dogs sites
Closing date: 19th January 2025
Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by close of play on the 27th January.
Interviews with Guide Dogs to commence w/c 10th February 2025
Hours: Full-time
Remuneration: Up to £23,850 (dependent on experience)
Duration: Permanent
Location: Based within UK-Med’s two (2) warehouses at Stockport (SK4 and SK8) including occasional visits to UK-Med’s office in Manchester.
This position is based in the UK; applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and provide relevant documentation upon request.
Are you willing to work hard and support our exciting warehouse operations by using your expertise to help UK-Med deliver life-saving medical aid?
UK-Med is a frontline medical aid charity. Born of the NHS, we’ve been working for over 30 years.
We are seeking a warehouse assistant to join our growing team. You will be working alongside the UK-Med Warehouse Manager to undertake key work in our warehouse.
You will be managing stock, maintaining kit and equipment, and temperature mapping the facility. You will support our training events and teams who travel overseas by preparing equipment for dispatch and driving to venues in the UK as required.
You will be working across two sites around Stockport, based 3 miles apart. Flexibility on a day-to-day basis will be required.
We need a proactive and flexible individual who is ready to deploy as required to support UK-Med's diverse global projects. Whether it’s assisting with urgent shipments or traveling to provide on-the-ground support during overseas deployments, your role will be vital to ensuring the success of our humanitarian efforts. Your positive, problem-solving approach will be crucial in adapting to the ever-changing needs of our mission.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits along with a friendly working environment and the opportunity to make a real difference.
How to apply
We strongly recommend that you read the Candidate Information Pack - Warehouse Assistant - Janaury 2025 before applying for this role.
To apply, please submit a current CV and a supporting letter (2 pages) through our online jobs portal.
Your cover letter must include a detailed explanation of your suitability for this post with specific reference to the criteria in the person specification
Applications must be submitted no later than Monday 20th of January 2025
Applications for work in the UK can only be accepted from people with an existing right to work in the UK.
UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.
UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people's lives? Join Youth Leads UK, an award-winning, youth-led charity based in the heart of MediaCity, Greater Manchester. We’re on a mission to empower young people aged 12-25, equipping them with skills, confidence, and opportunities to influence change.
About Us
Youth Leads UK is an award-winning youth-led charity dedicated to empowering young people aged 12-25 to realise their potential, build skills, and influence change. Based at the vibrant MediaCity in Greater Manchester, we’ve spent over a decade creating impactful opportunities for young people, particularly from underrepresented communities.
Our values of empowerment, community, and bold action guide our work. If you're passionate about supporting young people to create a brighter future, we’d love for you to join our small but mighty team!
The Role
As our Youth Development Programmes Coordinator, you’ll play a vital role in delivering engaging programmes that inspire young people to thrive. Reporting to our Chief Operating Officer, you’ll lead workshops, co-produce impactful projects with young people, and build strong relationships with community organisations. Your creativity, passion, and organisation will ensure every young person we support has the tools to succeed.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver inspiring workshops, training, and events for young people.
- Work with young people to co-produce projects that drive real change.
- Build relationships with schools, youth services, and community partners.
- Support the coordination and administration of programmes.
- Promote safeguarding principles, ensuring the welfare of young people.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has experience working with young people in group and one-to-one settings.
- Possesses excellent communication skills and can deliver presentations confidently.
- Understands the diverse needs of young people from all backgrounds.
- Is highly organised and can manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Is passionate about empowering young people and making a difference.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary with 30 days of annual leave (including bank holidays).
- Hybrid working – balance office and remote work.
- A supportive team culture with regular socials and wellbeing initiatives.
- Opportunities for growth in youth work, programme management, and the charity sector.
- Work in the heart of MediaCity, Greater Manchester's creative and sustainable hub.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please submit a CV (no more than two sides of A4) and a cover letter or a video explaining why you’re the ideal candidate.
- Cover Letter - If you choose to write a cover letter, please limit it to one page and outline your suitability for the role, your experience, and why you want to work with Youth Leads UK.
- Video - Alternatively, you can record a short video (2-3 minutes) addressing the same points. This is a great opportunity to showcase your personality and enthusiasm, and is easy to complete. You can use a phone or laptop.
Closing Date: 19 January 2025
Youth Development Programmes Coordinator
Location: Media City, Greater Manchester
Salary: £24,500 per annum
Contract: Full-time, 1-year fixed term (potential renewal subject to funding)
Youth Leads UK is an award-winning charity getting the voice of young people heard and acted upon.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hours: Full-time
Pay: £31,500 GBP annual gross (dependent on experience)
Duration: 18 months (with possible extension dependent on funding)
Location: UK-based with international deployment
Are you looking to kickstart your career in the humanitarian sector? Is your ambition to develop towards leadership roles in humanitarian work? And are you willing to work hard, learn by doing, and contribute to humanitarian work by doing everything it takes to deliver lifesaving health emergency responses?
UK-Med is a frontline medical aid charity. Born of the NHS, we’ve been working for over 30 years towards a world where everyone has the healthcare they need when crises or disasters hit.
We are excited to launch our Humanitarian Trainee Scheme, offering three distinct trainee roles in the areas of Health, Operations, or Logistics. The Humanitarian Trainee Scheme presents an unparalleled learning opportunity for early career professionals who are committed to a career in humanitarian work. It is an opportunity to catapult your career forward towards humanitarian leadership roles within Health, Operations and Logistics. The Humanitarian Trainee Scheme consists of an 18-month pathway designed to provide in-depth exposure to humanitarian health programming through a structured professional development plan where you will embed in a team and contribute actively to the daily work and priorities in the team and wider organisation both in Headquarters and in the field whilst engaging in formal and informal professional development opportunities through training, mentoring, on-the-job learning, etc.
As a trainee, you will:
- Embed in a team in UK-Med headquarters where you will contribute to our broad preparedness and activities within Health, Operations or Logistics.
- Deploy internationally to assist in delivering humanitarian health responses.
- Participate in tailored training, mentoring, and shadowing to build your skills and experience.
We are looking for three motivated individuals, each focused on one of the key areas:
- Health Trainee
- Operations Trainee
- Logistics Trainee
You will have relevant qualifications (e.g., a degree or postgraduate qualification depending on the role) and a keen interest in the humanitarian sector. Some professional and international experience is essential, along with a strong drive to develop your career in one of these critical fields.
This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop your skills, and make a meaningful impact in global health emergencies.
We are proud to offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, with the opportunity to contribute to life-saving humanitarian responses.
How to apply
We strongly recommend that you read the Candidate Information Pack – Humanitarian Trainees - January 2025 before applying for this role.
To apply, please submit a current CV and a supporting letter (2 pages) through our online jobs portal.
Please apply below, as soon as possible and no later than Monday 27th January 2025
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the selection process, which includes interviews and in-person assessments to evaluate their skills and suitability for the role.
Applications for work in the UK can only be accepted from people with an existing right to work in the UK.
UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.
UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
*Please note this is a homebased role - homebased staff are welcome to work from any King's Trust office as they wish.
As The King’s Trust International enters its 10th anniversary year and aims to expand its reach, we have an exciting opportunity that will be pivotal in strengthening the finance function for the charity.
You will be working closely with our Senior Head of Finance and existing Finance Executive to provide support to the charity across all aspects of financial management.
With a particular focus on supporting the fundraising teams and income recognition, this role will work closely with fundraising colleagues to record, analyse and accurately forecast income for King’s Trust International and its newly established trading subsidiary. You will lead on all aspects of management accounting for the trading subsidiary and support with the preparation of the financial statements.
Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills will enable you to build effective relationships with all colleagues across the organisation and your excellent planning and organisation skills will enable you to prioritise and multitask in this busy and multifaceted role.
Perks for working at The King’s Trust International:
- Great holiday package. 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus public holidays. Office closure the days between Christmas and New Year
- Fantastic Family leave. Receive 13 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for maternity and adoption leave and pro rata entitlement for shared parental leave. Receive 8 weeks full pay for paternity leave.
- Flexible and agile working. Where operationally possible, you can work your hours that support a work-life balance including compressed hours and hybrid-working (part office - part home based) or working from home options.
- Benefits platform. Everything from health and financial wellbeing support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas
- A free employee assistance programme (EAP) to support your mental wellbeing.
- KTI will contribute 5% of your salary to the workplace Pension Scheme
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
- In-house and external training opportunities available throughout the year
King's Trust International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks (or international equivalents) in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within King’s Trust International, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants.
In further support of a Safeguarding First approach we are signatories to the Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. The Scheme facilitates the sharing of misconduct data between employers. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her/their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
We are committed to equitable work practices and believe in building a diverse organisation that is representative of and responsive to the needs of our young people and stakeholders. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian, Mixed and other Ethnic candidates which are currently under-represented throughout King’s Trust International. As a disability confident employer, we will interview applicants that meet the essential criteria who have declared a disability. Please let us know if you need any adjustments at the interview stage.
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Why join the UK Sepsis Trust (UKST)? We’ve an exciting opportunity to work for a significant cause and help make a real difference by raising awareness of sepsis.
Sepsis is the immune system’s overreaction to an infection or injury. There are over 245,000 cases each year in the UK and approximately 48,000 deaths – the charity’s overarching aim is to reduce preventable deaths from sepsis. We achieve this by:
- Raising awareness
- Supporting those affected by sepsis
- Educating health professionals
- Lobbying political organisations for better sepsis care
In this new role you will be responsible for overseeing the UKST’s income generation strategy, ensuring the growth of diverse revenue streams to support the charity’s mission. You will lead all fundraising efforts, partnership development, donor stewardship, and income forecasting, ensuring that the charity is financially sustainable while expanding its reach and impact.
- Income Strategy & Leadership:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive income generation strategy that aligns with the charity’s goals and mission.
- Lead, inspire, and manage the income generation team, fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture.
- Set and monitor income targets, ensuring the charity meets its financial goals through diverse income channels.
- Fundraising & Donor Relations:
- Oversee and grow all fundraising initiatives including major donors, trusts & foundations, corporate partnerships, events, individual giving, and digital fundraising.
- Build and maintain relationships with key donors, stakeholders, and partners to ensure long-term, sustainable support.
- Develop strategies for donor engagement, stewardship, and retention.
- Partnership Development:
- Cultivate and manage corporate partnerships.
- Develop and manage relationships with grant-making bodies, identifying and applying for relevant funding opportunities.
- Income Management & Reporting:
- Lead the development of annual fundraising budgets, tracking income performance against targets.
- Provide accurate reports to senior management and the board, ensuring transparency and effective use of resources.
- Analyse income trends, identifying opportunities for new revenue streams and ensuring the charity is maximising its fundraising potential.
- Team Management & Development:
- Lead, motivate, and develop the income generation team, providing training, support, and regular feedback.
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team to meet fundraising challenges.
- Brand Ambassadorship & External Relations:
- Act as a senior ambassador for the charity, representing it at key external events and meetings.
- Work closely with the communications and marketing teams to ensure fundraising activities are well-promoted and integrated with the charity's messaging and brand.
- Experience:
- Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in a senior fundraising or income generation role within the charity or nonprofit sector.
- A track record of success in securing income through diverse channels (major gifts, corporate partnerships, trusts & foundations, events, digital fundraising).
- Strong understanding of fundraising regulations, compliance, and best practices.
- Experience in leading and managing teams to achieve ambitious targets.
- Skills:
- Exceptional strategic thinking and financial management skills.
- Excellent relationship-building skills with donors, partners, and stakeholders.
- Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to inspire and motivate staff, and lead with a collaborative, inclusive approach.
- Knowledge of fundraising software and CRM systems.
- Attributes:
- Passionate about the charity sector and committed to the mission of the UKST.
- Strong leadership qualities with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
- Creative, innovative, and adaptable in response to changing fundraising landscape.
Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and why you’re suited for the role.
The United Kingdom Sepsis Trust is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within our workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of background, gender, ethnicity, or disability.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Ripple Pond supports adult family members of physically and/or psychologically injured British Armed Forces personnel and veterans.
We value your individuality, skills, professionalism, and passion for making a difference in this role.
We don’t measure candidates by age, gender, background, accent, community, sexual orientation, or heritage.
We understand that few people will arrive fully equipped to meet every requirement of this role on day one.
What matters is that you are an excellent communicator- someone who listens well, manages time effectively, and demonstrates resilience.
You must be comfortable discussing challenging topics, this includes facilitating conversations around issues like addiction, mental health, suicide, menopause, domestic abuse and the complexities of family life.
Please note: The Ripple Pond is more than a charity - it’s a dynamic, supportive community that transforms lives. We thrive on care and exceptional communication, and we need someone who shares these values.
Key Responsibilities:
- Onboarding new Members (service users), understanding their needs, and providing tailored support.
- Delivering services primarily online/remotely, with occasional travel for networking, building partnerships, and attending events or meetings.
What We Offer:
As an organisation committed to accessibility, inclusion, and social mobility, we’ll support your well-being and professional development throughout your employment.
However, this role is intensive. Success requires inner strength, adaptability, and mental resilience.
Encouragement to Apply:
We view applicants as well-rounded individuals. If this role resonates with you but you’re concerned about gaps in your CV, qualifications, or experience, we encourage you to apply. We care about your potential as much as your background.
NOTE: Please ensure your covering letter explains how you meet the roles requirements as outlined in the Job Description and Person Specification Document (Attached)
• Applications close: Sunday 2nd February
• Short-Listing 3rd-4th February
• Online Interviews (via MS Teams): Thursday 6th February
Supporting adult family members of physically or psychologically injured British Armed Forces personnel and veterans
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Around 13,000 people have Parkinson’s in Scotland, with the condition affecting many thousands of friends and family members. Parkinson’s is a currently incurable, degenerative neurological condition. People living with Parkinson's need and value the information, services and opportunities Parkinson’s UK provides, delivered by committed and skilled colleagues, volunteers and partners. Following an investment of £1.5 million into our community work we have the opportunity to build on the quality and reach of our community services across Scotland and the rest of the UK.
About the role
You’ll manage, coach and develop a team of eight home based Parkinson’s Local Advisers (PLAs) to deliver a high standard of service across Scotland. You’ll ensure that the team is supported in meeting service demand which will include more complex casework, covering gaps, or supporting new/inexperienced colleagues.
You’ll work with colleagues across the wider Parkinson’s UK Scotland team to support the delivery of local priorities to reach and support more people affected by Parkinson’s.
What you’ll do:
- Lead a team of Parkinson’s Local Advisers to deliver a professional service that gives accurate, tailored information and support based on needs in line with optimal service practice
- Ensure quality service standards are met, including assessing needs, advocacy, information and support given and referrals
- Provide support and guidance to your team of advisers, including on complex casework and safeguarding cases. Occasional need to pick up direct casework at busy times/absences etc.
- Ensure appropriate staffing cover and support other teams as required
What you’ll bring:
- Experience of managing, coaching, developing, and motivating a dispersed staff team, including workload distribution and prioritisation
- Ability to implement reflective practice principles
- Commitment to working principles that empower people who use our services
- Experience of providing health and social care information services
- Experience of delivering a multi channel service effectively
You must live in Scotland or have plans to do so in order to carry out this role.
This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK and we would love you to join us!
Please apply by sending us your CV, together with supporting statements. The supporting statement should fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the role description. Please detail how you meet each of these in your application.
Interviews for the role will be held virtually on the 6th February
The successful candidate will be required to:
- live in the area specified, and be able to travel freely and flexibly throughout the area and occasionally further afield without reliance on public transport
- provide their own broadband service, have a confidential home space in which to work and with a minimum download speed of 2Mb
This role will require a Disclosure Scotland check. You’ll be required to apply for one; refusal to do so will result in the offer being withdrawn.
Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for someone with excellent leadership and interpersonal skills to grow the delivery of our programmes across Manchester.
The King’s Trust is committed to building a workforce that is as diverse as the young people that represent modern-day Britain, and we are ultimately here to support. As part of our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategy we are wanting to build a management and leadership team that has greater representation of the diverse communities across England and particularly welcome candidates with lived experiences from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds.
You will be integral to the England leadership team and have responsibility for a team of managers and youth development leads working across the Manchester area supporting young people through our direct delivery to young people and with specialist delivery partners. Your work will ensure our footprint mirrors the communities in which we work and the young people we support.
This role is perfect for you if you have a strong track record in operational management (ideally 5 years plus) together with the experience of leading a large staff team with knowledge of foundational employability and enterprise and if you are seeking a role where you can shape, influence, and implement, ensuring excellent standards of delivery. Regular attendance at our King’s Trust centre in Manchester will be required.
We are looking for a passionate and driven colleague, who is able to work collaboratively across the Trust and champion the work of the Manchester team both internally and externally.
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our client is a leading mental-health charity who has been supporting children, young people and families for the past 70 years. We are pleased to be assisting them in their search for a temporary Evidence & Implementation Lead. The role is running for 3-months and is full time (35 hours per week). This role is fully remote.
Key Responsibilities for this role include:
- Leading and managing the distribution and implementation of evidence for the National Centre for Family Hubs (NCFH) programme, ensuring the production of good quality resources produced in a timely manner.
- Managing the design and implementation of the NCFH programme in local areas, identifying support needs, ensuring particular attention to equity, diversity and inclusion, and safeguarding.
- Line managing the NCFH regional implementation advisors and policy and practice advisor.
- Working with the Deputy Head to lead and manage the NCFH programme including overseeing budgets, staffing and delivery plans, problem solving and risk mitigation and reporting requirements to the Clinical Leadership Team, Executive and funders.
- Establishing and maintaining positive and strong relationships with relevant departments and stakeholders.
- Programme management of the NCFH programme, including creating and delivering work plans, identifying resources and assigning responsibilities to meet changing needs.
- Supporting the Deputy Head in organising both internal and external meetings.
- Compiling reports and guidance for both internal and external communications.
To be considered for this position, you should possess:
- Previous experience in a similar role, preferably within a charity setting.
- Knowledge of relevant Local Authority and Voluntary Community Sector practices.
- Awareness of UK policies and issues affecting the provision of health and social care services for families with young children.
- Experience with line management and engaging with colleagues.
- Ability to prioritise varying workloads and project requirements.
- Strong communication skills including verbal and written communication, specifically in translating policy, academic and clinical research into accessible resources.
- Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
The position aims to start as soon as possible, requiring candidates to be available immediately or have a short notice period to be considered.
If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, kindly express your interest by submitting your CV in Word format.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
We are looking for an experienced Regional Development Coordinator, to lead the coordination and management of all aspects of the StreetDoctors operations within the Northern Region (North West, North East and Yorkshire), and to ensure our programmes are fit for the future.
We are an award-winning national charity which trains over 12,000 young people affected by street violence each year in emergency first-aid through a team of 350 healthcare volunteers and youth workers. We empower young people with the skills to become part of the solution to violence by developing the skills and confidence to save lives and increasing their understanding of the medical and psychological consequences of violence.
As the StreetDoctors lead for the Region, you will provide leadership in partnership development, volunteer management, the delivery of training and maintaining quality standards.
The key areas of focus include:
- To create, develop and maintain partnerships with a range of organisations including, funders, commissioners, community organisations, criminal justice organisations, education providers and youth organisations.
- To develop and manage engaged volunteers and youth workers and ensure their expectations are aligned to the organisation's objectives and provide the best volunteering experience possible.
- To ensure the quantity and quality of training sessions and projects meet the required targets and new opportunities are maximised.
At StreetDoctors we believe diversity supports innovation and creativity. We are committed to equality of opportunity, being inclusive, and being representative of the people we are here to support. We would therefore encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds.
To empower young people through training to keep safe, save lives and be part of the solution to street violence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Interviews: 31/01 - on our Manchester Centre
For more information, or to apply, please click 'apply now' to be directed to our website.
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team in Manchester as a Delivery Manager on a 12-month Maternity Cover basis. If you have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude and are a dedicated team player with a youth-led approach this could be perfect for you!
As a member of our Leadership Team, you will be responsible for leading a team of Youth Development Leads (YDLs) to successfully deliver our Foundation programmes targeted at Young People not in Employment, Education or Training. These programmes include outdoor learning, and structured personal development sessions, all designed to empower young people by building confidence, developing skills, and creating opportunities for positive outcomes.
In this role, you will develop and implement a delivery plan aligned with our goals and targets. You will lead and inspire your team, ensuring high-quality and impactful services that support young people to progress through a structured pathway of personal development. A key part of the role will be fostering a safe and inclusive environment and championing best practices in youth engagement.
To succeed in this role, it is essential that you have experience in line managing a team, as you will be responsible for motivating and supporting your YDLs to achieve their objectives. Your leadership will ensure the effective coordination of resources and the delivery of impactful programmes that meet our standards and the needs of young people.
This role is perfect for you if you have experience leading services for young people, a passion for creating transformative opportunities, and the ability to inspire and develop a team. You will have the chance to shape our programmes and foster a collaborative and innovative environment to maximise impact for young people.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a team of Youth Development Leads to deliver Foundation programmes, including outdoor learning and off-site visits.
- Oversee the delivery of these Programmes, ensuring effective implementation and quality.
- Support and develop your team to provide targeted support and guidance to young people.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen programme delivery and reach.
- Contribute to the development of our strategy to empower more young people in Greater Manchester with sustainable outcome opportunities.
What happens next?
Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.
Why do we need Delivery Managers?
Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of Delivery Managers!
Perks for working at The Trust!
- Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
- You can volunteer for and/or attend events – music festivals, The King's Trust Awards, active events etc.
- In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
- Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
- Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
- Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
Equal Opportunities
Here at The King's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives.
We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.
We’re a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by KT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
Safeguarding
The King's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants.
A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!
Req ID: 3338
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.