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About us
The National Institute of Teaching boosts the quality of teaching and school leadership by carrying out research, applying the insights to its professional development programmes, and sharing findings with the sector.
Our programmes are designed by teachers and leaders who understand the joys and pressures of school life. We work in collaboration with schools across the country, ensuring that our findings benefit all schools, teachers and leaders.
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic PR and Policy Manager to join our national Partnerships team. The Partnerships team are responsible for the marketing, communication and recruitment of all our programmes nationally, as well as developing our brand, story and sharing our research.
About the role
The Public Relations and Policy Manager is not just a role; it's a mission. As the champion of our organisation's voice, you will be the architect of our public image and the strategist behind our policy influence. Your expertise in media relations, stakeholder engagement, and policy analysis will be the cornerstone of our efforts to elevate our brand and shape the conversations that matter. You will be eager to engage with education/government networks to advance the public profile and policy influence of the NIoT.
In this pivotal role, you will craft compelling narratives that resonate with our audiences and advocate for policies that align with our values. You will navigate the complex landscape of education policy, harnessing the power of the press and digital platforms to amplify our message and drive change.
Your strategic vision will guide our public relations campaigns, ensuring they are not only innovative and impactful but also deeply integrated with our overarching mission.
This position offers the unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on our profession and society. We are looking for someone who is not only a skilled communicator but also a passionate advocate for our cause. If you are ready to take on this challenge and make a difference, we would be excited to welcome you to our team.
This is a hybrid role, and it is anticipated that the postholder will work on campus one day per fortnight. We offer flexible working and would consider part-time hours for the right candidate.
Main Duties & Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive public relations strategies that align with organisational goals
- Manage media relations, including writing press releases, pitching stories, and cultivating relationships with journalists
- Monitor and analyse policy developments relevant to the organization, providing insightful reports and recommendations
- Manage our stakeholder relationships
- Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure consistent messaging across all platforms
- Organise and manage corporate events
- Prepare briefings and communications materials for our leadership team
- Respond to communication-related issues in a timely and professional manner
- Manage the organisation’s alumni strategy.
Key benefits:
- Highly competitive pay and pay progression opportunities.
- Flexible start and end working times.
- Flexible working opportunities, including significant scope for hybrid working.
- At least 27 days’ holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays) rising to 33 days after five years’ service (with an annual discretionary office shutdown between Christmas and New Year).
- Entry to the highly valued Local Government Pension Scheme
- Excellent opportunities to develop your skills and experience and to progress your career.
- A stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of likeminded professionals.
For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page.
Closing date: 23:59 on 20 April 2025.
This post requires a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) with a Children’s Barred List Check and Occupational Health Check is required as a condition of employment.
Are you passionate about empowering young people and making a difference in your community? We’re looking for a dedicated and proactive Homelessness Prevention Coordinator to support young people in need, offering guidance, support, and opportunities for a brighter future.
As a key part of our team, you'll work alongside young people to provide homelessness crisis support when needed. You’ll get to meet and engage with volunteers, partners, and the wider community, helping to reduce youth homelessness through education, life skills, training, and collaborative partnerships.
The Homelessness Prevention Co-ordinator will support young people by assessing their housing needs, facilitating placements, liaising with our volunteer hosts and providing crisis support where necessary. This role involves partnership working with other agencies, delivering life skills training, and promoting available services to reduce youth homelessness. The successful candidate will also play a key role in community engagement through education programmes and events.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct homelessness assessments and facilitate placements for young people.
- Provide crisis support and safeguarding interventions as needed.
- Host recruitment, training, and support sessions for our volunteer hosts.
- Capture data, maintain databases, and produce reports on our services.
- Develop relationships with housing partners and other agencies and promote service availability.
- Deliver life skills training and educational programmes, including school homelessness assemblies.
- Develop move-on housing options in collaboration with partners.
- Manage and contribute to youth ambassador programmes.
- Attend events and networking forums to represent the organisation.
- Co-ordinate with team members to maintain and improve homelessness prevention services.
- Recognise, record, and report safeguarding concerns effectively.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Secondary Specialist
We are looking for a Senior Secondary Specialist (term time + 3 weeks only) to join a team providing educational support to children and young people, their families, and local schools in the aftermath of the Grenfell tragedy.
Position: Senior Secondary Specialist
Location: West London (office-based)
Salary: £57,072 - £64,623 per annum (£54,218 – £61,391 actual/pro-rata)
Hours: Full Time (36 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent (term time + 3 weeks only = 42 weeks)
Closing Date: 11.59pm on Monday 21st April
The Role
The Senior Secondary Specialist will play a crucial role in supporting young people affected by the Grenfell tragedy. Working with families, schools, alternative provisions, and colleges, you will help identify individual needs and develop tailored solutions. You will also act as a liaison between families and schools, advocating for children’s needs and ensuring trauma-informed education practices are implemented.
You will:
- Manage and supervise the Primary Specialist and Careers Coordinator, ensuring high standards of support for children, families, and schools.
- Oversee complex cases and provide guidance to team members to embed best practices.
- Conduct baseline assessments and work directly with children and young people to understand their specific needs.
- Provide trauma-informed guidance on the impact of trauma on learning and behaviour, offering strategies for emotional regulation and academic success.
- Liaise between families and schools to ensure staff are well-informed and children’s needs are met.
- Connect families with relevant external support services and refer to health organisations such as the Grenfell Health and Wellbeing Service.
- Develop and run small group after-school teaching sessions (both online and in-person) to supplement the school curriculum in English or Maths.
- Deliver training, workshops, and support to parents, carers, and education professionals on restorative practices and family relationships.
About You
We recognise this is a unique role and therefore realise you may not have experience in every aspect of the person specification. We value enthusiasm, a willingness to learn and passion for building resilience within our community. We therefore encourage you to apply if you feel you align with our vision and approach, even if your experience to date does not match all elements of the role.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience in secondary education.
- Experience working with children across different key stages.
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures, including the ability to respond to concerns.
- An understanding of trauma informed and restorative practice alongside a willingness to learn more
- Experience managing a team and providing professional development support.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Experience working with families and understanding diverse cultural contexts.
- Familiarity with relevant education legislation and policies, including the Education Act 2002, Children and Families Act 2014, Equality Act 2010, and Keeping Children Safe in Education (2023).
- Ability to develop policies, track pupil progress, and implement data-driven interventions.
- Commitment to professional development and safeguarding responsibilities.
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Now! Submit your CV and a supporting statement (maximum 2 sides A4) outlining how you meet the role requirements. Please ensure both documents are in one file.
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.
Following a consultation process in 2023 and 2024, the hub will bring together a team 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 split between direct work with children and families in the hub and supporting local schools. The hub’s objectives are to:
- Provide high-quality educational support to as many children and young people as possible.
- Build the skills and confidence of children, 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 applications from all backgrounds.
Other roles you may have experience in: Secondary Education Specialist, Education Consultant, SEN Teacher, Inclusion Lead, Pastoral Support Officer, Trauma-Informed Educator, Education Coordinator, Teaching and Learning Lead, Behaviour Support Specialist.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
At Ambitious about Autism, we're currently looking for an Office Manager to join our team at TreeHouse School.
You'll provide high quality administrative and reception support to TreeHouse School, overseeing the running of the front office and acting as a central information point for staff, parents and visitors.
Some key duties will include:
- Managing the stationery budget and ordering supplies for the school
- Line management of the Receptionist
- Arranging meeting room bookings
- Managing the team's annual leave
We are looking for someone who has:
- Strong administrative and reception experience
- Excellent IT skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills at all levels via telephone and written communication
- Experience of using your own initiative to plan and manage your own workload
In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.
Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Occupational Therapist
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist (term time + 3 weeks only) to join a team providing educational support to children and young people, their families, and local schools.
Position: Occupational Therapist
Location: West London (office-based)
Salary: £43,542 - £51,663 per annum (£41,356 – £49,079 actual/pro-rata)
Hours: Full Time (36 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent (term time + 3 weeks only = 42 weeks)
Closing Date: 11.59pm on Wednesday 23rd April 2025
The Role
The Occupational 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 work with children from early years through secondary education, helping them overcome sensory, motor, and functional challenges to enhance their learning and well-being.
You will:
- Work 1:1 and in groups to support children’s fine/gross motor skills, sensory processing, and daily living abilities.
- Collaborate with families, carers, and schools to promote children’s development and independence.
- Deliver tailored intervention plans that address learning barriers, motor skills, and sensory integration.
- Provide trauma-informed therapy to children and families affected by adversity.
- Work closely with the Speech and Language Therapist and Educational Psychologist to develop holistic support strategies.
- Offer specialist advice and training to parents, carers, and education professionals.
- Assess needs, produce detailed reports, and contribute to Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP) assessments.
About You
- UK qualified and registered with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council).
- Experience working with children in early years, primary, or secondary education.
- Knowledge of SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) legislation.
- An understanding of trauma informed and restorative practice alongside a willingness to learn more.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to provide family-centred support and training.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and safeguarding responsibilities.
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Now! Submit your CV and a supporting statement (maximum 2 sides A4) outlining how you meet the role requirements. Please ensure both documents are in one file.
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 applications from all backgrounds.
Other roles you may have experience in: Occupational Therapist, Pediatric OT, Rehabilitation Therapist, Trauma-Informed Therapist, SEND Specialist, Sensory Integration Specialist, etc.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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Are you looking for a rewarding challenge?
Then join our experienced team supporting children and young people who have caring responsibilities for someone in their family due to disability, long-term illness, mental health, or drug or alcohol misuse. You’ll help deliver our Young Carers service across Southwark, so a car driver is preferred.
In this role, you will manage an existing caseload and new referrals, meeting with families and Young Carers to complete statutory assessments and create action plans. You‘ll provide support for Young Carers to reduce the impact of their caring role and improve their resilience, educational chances and wellbeing, through signposting to local services, in-school support, one-to-one sessions, and workshops.
There will be opportunities to work closely with schools, Children’s Services and other agencies to raise awareness, identify hidden Young Carers, and ensure Young Carer needs are understood and acted on.
You will need to be confident, approachable and self-motivated, with the ability to quickly establish rapport with children and young people. Applicants should have relevant experience of working or volunteering in education, health or social care, or be looking to start a career working with children or young people.
This is a part-time role, ideally working Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (including occasional early evenings). The role is 9 months fixed-term with a potential 3 month extension.
Make a difference now and for the future.
We offer our employees:
· Inclusive values-based environment
· Competitive remuneration package
· Workplace pension scheme
· Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
· Opportunities for hybrid working
· Benenden Health Care
· Death in Service Benefit
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Employee Supported Volunteering scheme
· Development opportunities
· and more
Imago is committed to Safer Recruitment practices, and the post is subject to references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Please either submit your CV with a short covering note, outlining your current salary, or visit our website for full details.
Imago recognises that many people in our society experience discrimination or lack of opportunity for reasons that are not fair. We aim to create a culture that respects and values each other’s differences, and see these differences as an asset, as they improve our ability to meet the needs of the organisations and people we work with. We proactively seek to increase opportunities for inclusion, and celebrate diversity across our organisation and within communities.
Imago recognises its duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of the children, young people and adults at risk who access its services or with whom it comes into contact.
Imago provides support and opportunities to people, families, and communities across Kent, East Sussex, Medway and South London



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Looking for the next step in your fundraising career? Join our friendly team and help make things better for patients and their families at University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire.
UHCW Charity funds projects outside of the NHS budget, from tiny gel pillows to support premature babies' heads, to world-leading research into lung cancer. If you're ready to make a difference, UHCW Charity needs your expertise to join our expanding team.
Based in Coventry, you will coordinate and develop our community and events fundraising activity. This will include working with community groups, individuals, schools and more, as well as event management and working with teams across the Trust.
This is your chance to make a difference, whilst being fully supported as you develop your career with us.
Position: Community and Events Fundraiser
Responsible to: Fundraising Manager
Location: UHCW Charity, Main Reception, Coventry, CV2 2DX
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full-time)
Salary: £27,000 - 34,000 (depending on experience)
Annual leave and pension:
- 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Company pension scheme with matched contributions of up to 7%
Closing date: 17:00 on Thursday 1st May 2025
Interviews: Date TBC
Please describe how you meet the person specification and job description for this role. If you meet the majority of the requirements, please do still apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Inclusion Specialist
We are looking for an Inclusion Specialist (term time + 3 weeks only) to join a team providing specialist support and interventions for children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) impacted by the Grenfell tragedy.
Position: Inclusion Specialist
Location: West London (office-based)
Salary: £51,429 - £58,140 per annum (£48,857 – £55,233 actual/pro-rata)
Hours: Full Time (36 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent (term time + 3 weeks only = 42 weeks)
Closing Date: 11.59pm on Monday 28th April 2025
The Role
The Inclusion Specialist will play a crucial role in supporting children and young people affected by the Grenfell tragedy. Working within the Education Hub and local schools, you will help enhance learning experiences, provide tailored interventions, and ensure inclusive practices for children with SEN.
You will:
- Deliver one-to-one and group-based interventions, including after-school programs and small group teaching sessions tailored to specific learning needs.
- Conduct diagnostic assessments to support the development of tailored learning plans.
- Work closely with families, schools, and community partners to provide holistic support for children with SEN.
- Act as a liaison between families and schools to ensure a cohesive approach to supporting children.
- Provide trauma-informed guidance to families, teachers, and school staff, focusing on emotional regulation and academic success.
- Support teachers in implementing inclusive strategies and differentiated instruction within the classroom.
- Facilitate restorative conversations between schools and families to strengthen relationships.
- Deliver Continuing Professional Development (CPD) sessions for school staff on SEN best practices.
- Create and distribute accessible learning resources and tools to support inclusive education.
- Regularly review pupil progress and adjust interventions accordingly.
- Work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends, to meet the needs of children and families.
About You
We recognise this is a unique role and therefore realise you may not have experience in every aspect of the person specification. We value enthusiasm, a willingness to learn and passion for building resilience within our community. We therefore encourage you to apply if you feel you align with our vision and approach, even if your experience to date does not match all elements of the role.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a relevant SEN qualification or substantial experience in SEN support across multiple key stages.
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures, including the ability to respond to concerns.
- Experience working with children across different key stages and supporting children with SEN.
- An understanding of trauma informed and restorative practice alongside a willingness to learn more.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Experience working with families and understanding diverse cultural contexts.
- Familiarity with relevant education legislation and policies, including the Education Act 2002, Children and Families Act 2014, Equality Act 2010, and Keeping Children Safe in Education (2023).
- Ability to track pupil progress, implement data-driven interventions, and develop inclusive education policies.
- Commitment to professional development and safeguarding responsibilities.
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Now! Submit your CV and a supporting statement (maximum 2 sides A4) outlining how you meet the role requirements. Please ensure both documents are in one file.
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, young people, their families, and local schools.
Following a consultation process in 2023 and 2024, the hub will bring together a team 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 split between direct work with children and families in the hub and supporting local schools.
The hub’s objectives are to:
- Provide high-quality educational support to as many children and young people as possible.
- Build the skills and confidence of children, 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 applications from all backgrounds.
Other roles you may have experience in: SEN Teacher, Inclusion Lead, Pastoral Support Officer, Trauma-Informed Educator, Education Consultant, Education Coordinator, Teaching and Learning Lead, Behaviour Support Specialist.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Job title: Education Coordinator - Wellbeing & Projects (ECWP)
Department: Education
Responsible to: Head of Education Development
Location: London (UK) - hybrid working
Salary: £36,300 per annum
Working pattern: Full-time, 38.5 hours per week
Duration of contract: Permanent
Start Date: As soon as possible
Are you passionate about Education and students wellbeing?
Join UWC International and help shape safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments across a global education movement. In this key role, you’ll manage safeguarding disclosures, develop and align policies, deliver training on safeguarding and support student wellbeing initiatives. You’ll also work with our Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ARDEI) Committee and lead communities of practice to promote collaboration across UWC schools and colleges.
The Education Coordinator - Wellbeing & Projects (ECWP) supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of academic programmes undertaken by the International Office. Working under the Head of Education Development’s leadership and guidance and collaborating with UWC faculty and administration, the ECWP will drive all development and policy compliance related to safeguarding, pastoral care, student support, well-being, mental health, and ARDEI.
This is an ideal opportunity for an education professional seeking to transition into the charity sector and contribute to a global education movement.
If you're passionate about student wellbeing and safeguarding—and you're eager to develop your expertise in a role with international reach and meaningful impact—this position offers the perfect next step in your career.
About us
Changing the world takes passion and dedication
UWC is a global family of schools with a powerful difference. With a shared goal of working towards global peace and sustainability, we bring together young people from around the world to study in one of our eighteen schools on four continents. There they don’t just learn how to be great at passing exams. They learn how to communicate across cultural boundaries. They develop the skills to be changemakers. They design and engage in initiatives that transform their lives and the lives of those around them for the better.
Our students go on to become leaders or doers in politics, NGOs, social enterprises, community movements, charities, and business. For life, they remain dedicated to the UWC mission and many of them remain in close contact with us, their school, and their peers, becoming part of a global community of over 85,000 changemakers transforming the lives of others.
About UWC International
The UWC International Office serves as the operational arm of UWC International, a UK-registered and Germany-registered charity, and stands as a pivotal entity within the UWC movement. Positioned in central London and Berlin, it collaborates extensively with stakeholders across the UWC spectrum, actively engages a robust alumni community comprising more than 60,000 members, and fulfils essential functions for UWC International's governance bodies. Our primary duties encompass global fundraising initiatives, comprehensive communications strategies, promotional endeavours, support for the network of over 150 UWC national committees, global strategy development and implementation, and support services to the UWC schools.
What we offer
As part of a commitment to our employees, we offer the following:
- Hybrid working - we operate hybrid working arrangements, with at least 20% of the week worked in the office and up to 80% worked from home.
- Flexible working hours - our standard working hours are 38.5 per week. We support flexible working and are happy to discuss different working patterns.
- Generous annual leave allowance – we offer 28 days holidays per year plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part-time or fixed-term contracts).
- Paid leave for personal growth - up to 2 days per year for volunteering or up to 2 days per year for study leave.
- Learning & development opportunities – we have access to various learning and development platforms to support your professional growth.
- Income Protection & well-being support - We offer income protection to all employees, an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with access to a legal support helpline, remote GP appointments, medical second opinions, mental health support, physiotherapy, lifestyle coaching, personal trainer and nutritionist sessions, and a well-being calendar featuring podcasts and webinars.
- Exclusive discounts & perks - with access to a range of discounts across shopping, dining, lifestyle and entertainment, with thousands of offers on hundreds of top retailers.
- Cycle to Work scheme and eyecare vouchers
- Enhanced maternity and enhanced paternity leave
- Higher-than-standard pension contribution scheme - UWC International will contribute up to 8% of the employee’s gross salary toward their Pension scheme with NEST.
Visa requirements
Anyone who applies to work at UWC International in London must have a work visa before starting employment, in compliance with the relevant immigration rules. Please provide confirmation of your eligibility to indefinitely work or reside in the UK in your application. Any offers of employment made by UWC International will be subject to a right-to-work check on your immigration status.
Application Process
Do you want to be part of our team? To apply, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV along with a cover letter in English (each a maximum of 2 pages).
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. If you are interested, submit your application as soon as possible.
Your cover letter must:
- Outline your experience, skills and competencies against the Person specification section in the attached Job Description.
- Explain why you want to join UWC International.
- Provide confirmation of your eligibility to work or reside in the UK.
- Provide the name and contact details of two professional referees, including their job title, email address and the capacity in which you are known to them. References are taken up prior to the second round interviews. We will not contact your referees without first letting you know.
Please note that CVs received without a cover letter, including the information requested above, will not be considered.
Deadline for application: 23.59 (UK time) on 23 April 2025
Interview and/or assessment dates:
First round interviews on Tuesday 29 April and Friday 2 May 2025 (remote)
Second round interviews on Monday 12 and Tuesday 13 May 2025 (remote)
For further information on this opportunity, please see the detailed job description attached.
Safeguarding Statement
The job holder might have to travel to UWC schools and colleges. Therefore, a Basic DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service) or international equivalent will be required before any job offer is made. We will also take up references before the second stage of the interview process.
Diversity Statement
UWC places deliberate diversity at the heart of our educational model because of its critical importance in our mission ‘to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future’.
At the UWC International Office, we believe this commitment to deliberate diversity must be reflected within our team, organisational practices, policies and culture. We recognise people with different backgrounds, skills, attitudes and experiences bring fresh ideas and perceptions, and we encourage and leverage these differences to make our work more relevant and accessible.
We will not discriminate or tolerate discriminatory behaviour on any grounds such as, but not limited to, race, gender, disability, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religion or belief, marital/partnership or family status, sexual orientation, age or socioeconomic background.
We strive to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, has a voice, can raise concerns, and feels comfortable and confident. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment and to act accordingly as we aspire best to serve the UWC mission and our global community. It is an ongoing journey and we welcome all those ready to travel with us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Educational Psychologist
We are looking for an Educational Psychologist (term time + 3 weeks only) to join a team that provides educational support to children and young people, their families, and local schools.
Position: Educational Psychologist
Location: West London (office-based)
Salary: £57,072 - £64,623 per annum (£54,218 – £61,391 actual/pro-rata)
Hours: Full-Time (36 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent (term time + 3 weeks only = 42 weeks)
Closing Date: 11.59pm on Tuesday 22nd April 2025
The Role
The Educational Psychologist at the Education Hub will provide specialist psychological assessments and trauma-informed interventions to children and young people affected by the Grenfell Tragedy. The role focuses on helping students overcome barriers to learning, supporting emotional resilience, and working closely with families and schools to enhance their wellbeing.
You will:
• Conduct psychological assessments to evaluate cognitive, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Provide one-to-one and group interventions to support emotional regulation and resilience.
• Deliver trauma-informed approaches to schools, ensuring students receive the best educational support.
• Offer expert advice to teachers, parents, and other professionals on how to foster inclusive learning environments.
• Support students during key transitions, from early years to post-16 pathways, equipping them with lifelong learning strategies.
• Develop and lead training programmes for schools, families, and professionals on mental health, trauma recovery, and behaviour management.
About You
• Postgraduate qualification in Educational Psychology and registered with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council).
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed practices and experience working with children affected by adverse experiences.
• Expertise in conducting psychological assessments and developing Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) in line with UK SEND guidelines.
• Ability to provide strategic advice to schools on behaviour, learning support, and emotional wellbeing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for working with diverse communities.
• Culturally competent, with an ability to tailor interventions to meet the needs of families from diverse backgrounds.
• A commitment to inclusive education, safeguarding children, and supporting long-term recovery.
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Now! Submit your CV and a supporting statement (2 sides A4 maximum) outlining how you meet the role requirements. Please ensure this is submitted as 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 a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applications from all backgrounds.
Other roles you may have experience in could include: Educational Psychologist, Child Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Trauma Psychologist, SEN Specialist, Learning Support Advisor, Behavioural Therapist, Mental Health Practitioner, etc.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Our client is one of the largest social mobility charities in the UK. They help to level the playing field between state and independent schools by giving all young people access to the same prestigious networks available to the top fee-paying schools.
They believe by inspiring young people to explore their ambitions through their speaker programme, facilitating access to multi-day experiences of the world of work, and supporting young people to successfully seize opportunities available to them, that they can make a profound difference to the lives of young people, their future happiness and prosperity.
By 2028, their ambition is that every young person in the UK has access to high quality work experience. Yet today, less than half of young people leave secondary school having had any work experience whatsoever. Their five year strategy is focused on achieving this ambition.
Director of Corporate Services
Salary: £80,000
Job Location: London / Hybrid (2 days per week in London office)
The Director of Corporate Services will play a pivotal role within their dynamic leadership team. You will be responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of the HR, Finance and Governance functions with a focus on optimising the charity’s resources through efficient processes and robust policies.
Over time, it is their intent to bring other support functions within this directorate and the new director will support this transition.
You will be an inclusive and inspiring leader, committed to promoting a culture of high performance and continuous improvement. You will lead the Directorate through strong leadership, effective management, coaching and operational expertise, acting as a role model to your team and the wider organisation.
To be successful in this role you will need:
- Senior leadership experience, including managing people and workforce capability, financial operations, and knowledge of employment law and HR compliance requirements.
- Experience leading internal communications and employee engagement initiatives.
- Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, planning, and reporting, overseeing audits and ensuring compliance with statutory financial regulations.
- Understanding of governance frameworks, risk management, and legal compliance, and own business continuity and crisis management plans.
- Familiarity with charity governance and Charity Commission regulations.
- A passion for driving strategy and developing organisations
This role provides a unique opportunity to inform, lead and shape the future of the charity's impactful charitable mission and growth. To apply, please click 'Apply on Website' to be redirected to the Prospectus website.
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Recruitment Timetable
Deadline for applications: Sunday 27th April
First stage interviews (virtual): Thursday 8th May
Final stage panel interviews (in person): Monday 12th May
We are Living Streets, the UK charity for everyday walking.
We want to create a nation where walking is the natural choice for everyday, local journeys; free from congested roads and pollution, reducing the risk of preventable illnesses and social isolation. We want to achieve a better walking environment and to inspire people of all generations to walk and wheel more.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team as our Marketing Manager.
The postholder will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive marketing strategies for Living Streets and our trading subsidiary.
A key focus will be identifying schools to participate in WOW – our walk to school challenge for primary schools.
You will also develop and implement marketing strategies for our other products and audiences, including workplaces, early years and universities.
Being organised and collaborative, you will have an excellent understanding of marketing and strong relationship building skills.
Living Streets is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk; and expects all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be subject to background and criminal records checks as relevant to the job role.
Closing date: 30/04/2025 (11:59pm)
Interviews: 13/05/2025
CVs will not be accepted.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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ABOUT US
The Brompton Fountain is the children's charity at Royal Brompton Hospital and works in partnership with the teams on the wards, the paediatric intensive care unit and in outpatient clinics. We provide a wide range of support services and vital resources for patients, families and staff, as well as funding medical equipment, accommodation and toys and entertainment for the hospital playroom. In collaboration with the hospital trust and the NHS we also fund research projects and develop new initiatives for children receiving treatment at Royal Brompton, Harefield and their network of partner hospitals.
ROLE PURPOSE
The Fundraising Officer will be a vital member of our charity team, responsible for supporting all activity across Community and Events Fundraising. They will be instrumental in achieving our income targets and growing Community and Events fundraising.
This role will focus on providing exceptional stewardship, delivering a calendar of community and events fundraising and enhancing supporter engagement. Reporting to the Head of Fundraising (HOF), you will be responsible for marketing our fundraising challenge events to ensure they provide a positive ROI. You will be a key point of contact for our fundraisers and donors as well as develop our community income stream proactively securing partnerships with (small) businesses and schools.
The ideal candidate will cultivate long-lasting relationships with individual supporters, promote fundraising and donor opportunities. You'll deliver impactful events, maintaining the highest standards of stewardship whilst being respectful of potential sensitivities particularly when working with families who are fundraising in memory. An ability to empathise and communicate effectively about our work is key.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Events Fundraising
- Assist in the planning and execution of a diverse range of fundraising events, including challenge events and community initiatives.
- Support the management of event logistics, including participant communication, volunteer coordination, and on-the-day activities.
- Work with the Head of Fundraising to ensure a minimum 3:1 Return On Investment for challenge event fundraisers.
- Collaborate with external partners and suppliers to ensure smooth event operations and build strong relationships for future collaboration.
Community Fundraising
- Lead outreach efforts to engage new local community partners, such as businesses, schools, and clubs, promoting fundraising opportunities and supporting their initiatives.
- Provide stewardship for in-memory and in-celebration fundraisers, ensuring they receive the information and support needed to maximise their fundraising potential.
- Conduct research to identify new opportunities for engagement and fundraising within local communities.
- To represent the charity as and when required in schools, engagement events and cheque presentations.
Supporter Care
- Serve as the primary point of contact for community and events fundraisers, delivering outstanding stewardship that enhances their experience with the charity.
- Provide timely and effective follow-up communications with supporters, ensuring they feel valued and engaged.
- Oversee our fundraising CRM database.
- Process cash and cheque donations ensuring this income is recorded accurately on our database.
- Maintain accurate records to track communications, income, and supporter preferences, ensuring compliance with GDPR and data protection laws.
- Continuously evaluate the supporter journey, aiming to enhance retention and engagement.
Administrative and Financial Support
- Process donations and ensure acknowledgment and thank-you communications to all supporters.
- Adhering to fundraising budgets, tracking income, and ensuring effective expenditure management.
- Manage the distribution of collection tins and buckets, conduct inventory and stock checks for fundraising materials, and ensure an organised work environment for all fundraising resources.
- Overseeing our online shop.
Marketing and Communication
- Create engaging materials and content to inspire participation in fundraising activities and distribute these to potential supporters. This could include leaflets, posters, social media posts, newsletters and impact reports.
- Ensure fundraising and associated webpages are kept up to date.
- Collate information for the HOF to support trust and foundation applications.
- Team Collaboration
- Work collaboratively with the wider team (when required) to support in-hospital events as well as assisting with tasks as needed to ensure smooth charity operations.
- Support team members (when instructed by the HOF) with ad hoc projects, activities, and any high-priority tasks to contribute to overall team objectives.
- Any other duties as required by the Head of Fundraising or CEO.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
£27000 - £29,000 FTE. This role covers 30 hours per week (4 days). A minimum of one day per week in our charity office and the remaining hours to be worked remotely which may be spread across 3-4 days depending on preference (to be discussed at interview). Occasional weekend and evening work subject to our events calendar. One-year fixed term contract however there is potential to increase working hours and / or contract length subject to performance.
A full driving licence and / or the ability to travel to events and meetings within London and the South East is essential.
Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position.
The role requires successful completion of an enhanced DBS check and mandatory training including level 3 safeguarding (costs covered by charity).
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Skills
- Strong relationship management skills, capable of building and maintaining connections with supporters and colleagues.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey information effectively.
- Strong project management abilities, with a focus on meeting deadlines and managing multiple priorities.
- Analytical mindset with attention to detail, ensuring accurate record-keeping and data management.
- Excellent IT skills – proficient in the use of MS Office, Adobe and WordPress.
- A proactive and ambitious attitude, dedicated to personal and charity growth.
- Knowledge of GDPR and fundraising guidelines.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience of working with and managing volunteers.
Experience
- Experience of successfully delivering fundraising events.
- Experience providing excellent supporter and donor care, using effective communication to build positive relationships with supporters and stakeholders to maximise impact.
- Demonstrable experience of promoting events to secure support and encourage participation.
- Familiarity with digital fundraising platforms, CRM systems and handling of personal data.
STAFF BENEFITS
- Flexible working hours to balance home / work life
- Time off in lieu for evening and weekend work
- Home office set up including phone, laptop and printer.
- Pension scheme.
- Training and development with career progression opportunities.
- Reasonable expenses paid for offsite meetings, events and activities
- Annual Leave: 20 days holiday per year plus 8 bank holidays. This is on a pro rata basis.
- Blue Light Card: enjoy discounts both online and in store across various outlets.
How To Apply
Apply online with a covering letter highlighting your achievements, relevant experience and why your application should be considered.
Closing date for applications: 8th May 2025
Interviews will be held in mid May.
We will only contact those applicants who have been successful for interview selection at which point you will be required to provide details of two referees.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.
We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.
As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.
To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page.
Main Areas of Responsibility
We are seeking a talented Microsoft Power Platform Developer to design, develop, and implement custom solutions using Power Apps, Power Automate, Copilot Studio, and Power BI. Your work will streamline processes, provide automation, support teaching and learning, and enhance data analysis across our organisation.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact by creating innovative AI tools and improving our current systems and workflows.
You will help to drive the Federation commitment to supporting all leaders, teachers and office staff to provide a world class education utilising new innovative solutions such as AI tools.
You will join the Federation pioneering leveraging AI technology in education and taking part in research initiatives.
,The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.
We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.
As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.
To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page.
,Your responsibilities will include:
- Designing, developing, and implementing custom solutions using Power Apps Studio, Power Automate, Copilot Studio and Power BI to automate processes and improve data insights
- Working closely with teachers, school leaders, head office staff, consultants and other stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure the solutions meet their needs
- Integrating Power Platform solutions with other systems used by the Harris Federation, ensuring security, seamless data flow and functionality.
- Providing ongoing support and maintenance for the developed solutions, troubleshooting issues and implementing updates as required
- Creating technical documentation and providing training to end-users to ensure they can effectively use the developed solutions.
- Staying up-to-date with the latest Power Platform features and best practices, and continuously seeking opportunities to improve existing solutions
A full list of responsibilities can be found in the Job Pack.
,We would like to hear from you if you have:
- A good general education demonstrating numeracy and literacy
- Operational experience of developing AI tools and processes, ideally within a large education environment or similarly large organisation
- Familiarity with educational data, recognising the sensitivities of this data as well as understanding what quality and accurate data means for educational institutions
- Awareness of potential impacts if data is inaccurate, particularly in educational settings
- Confidence with the management of educational data across a complex organisation
- Familiarity with operating within an integrated/complex educational data system
- Experience of reporting and analysis of educational workforce data
- Understanding of relevant employment legislation, the Data Protection Act, Information Governance issues, GDPR and the principles of equality and diversity, especially as they pertain to educational environments
- Knowledge of the rules, guidance, and laws governing the secure handling of personally identifiable data within educational institutions
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio, Copilot 365, Power automate, Power Bi, Sharepoint, Power Apps and other Microsoft products
- Knowledge of appropriate techniques for investigating data quality issues and the ability to communicate findings effectively
- Ability to manage software development projects, with knowledge of the different software project management paradigms and the ability to identify the most effective for each project
For a full person specification, please download the Job Pack.
,Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.
You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
- Annual performance and loyalty bonus
- Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
- 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
- Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
- Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
- Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
- Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
- 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
- Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans
For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.
,If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation.
Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date.
When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application.
A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received.
,Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed.
We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that’s why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues.
,Safeguarding Notice
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Equal Opportunities
The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.
Professional Development & Benefits
If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation.
Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date.
When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application.
A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received.
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At Mosaic, our mission is clear, to help children,young people and their families when they've lost someone really important to them. Grief affects all of us in different ways - our role is to provide advice and one-to-one counselling, someone who listens to their feelings, and can support them to see a better future, remembering the life of the person who died.
This administrator role is pivotal in enabling our small charity to do its job. Working with our busy referrals team, you'll be helping us process data, liaise with schools and volunteers across Dorset, organise events for families and be part of a very dedicated group of staff. We need someone with the passion to help children and a real team player who doesnt mind pitching in when they are needed.
Mosaic's mission is to support children and young people across the county of Dorset with their bereavement needs.

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