Volunteering Officer Jobs
Estates Maintenance Operative
(England North)
£24,225 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)
(Ref: SUS4332)
Full Time 37.5 hours per week – happy to talk flexible working
Base: Working across Yorkshire, but based in York
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to join Sustrans and work with the maintenance team, working to maintain the general condition of the land and National Cycle Network (NCN) around the county of Yorkshire.
As the Estates Maintenance Operative, you will carry out regular maintenance duties on the path and surrounding owned land, including habitat and vegetation management and general repairs and upkeep to the boundaries and structures.
You will all liaise with path users, volunteers, neighbours and officers within partner organisations where necessary.
This role will require travel and work at locations as necessary to undertake projects on behalf of Sustrans.
About you
You should have experience working outside in a paid or voluntary capacity engaging with the public.
We ask that you ideally have experience of using power tools such as Brush Cutters, Strimmers and Hedge Cutters, and the application of pesticides.
You will need to have a full clean UK Driving licence for this role as you will be travelling around the region in a Sustrans owned vehicle
Sustrans has a long-term commitment to being a charity for everyone - reducing inequality, valuing diversity, enabling inclusion and ensuring all people are treated with dignity and respect. We aim to be a truly inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, in particular from under-represented groups.
What we offer
In return we can offer true hybrid working to suit individual circumstances and a flexible, supportive and rewarding working environment.
Wellbeing
28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working
Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff)
Staff volunteer days
24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service
We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes
Financial
Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans
Bike, computer and season ticket loans
Discount benefits
London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London)
Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary
Family Friendly
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)
Additional information
Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 23:59, 03 November 2024.
Interviews will take place in via MS Teams during the week commencing 11 November 2024
About Sustrans
At Sustrans you'll be part of a movement to make it easier for people to walk and cycle.
We're all here to change things! You’ll be part of an incredible community of talented, passionate, creative, problem solvers all working together to change things for the better. We act locally and think big - we have a vision of a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone.
You'll be questioning the status quo and daring to imagine a different world. You'll work on exciting, impactful projects that will stretch and empower you and you'll be rewarded by seeing the difference you make to people, communities and the planet.
We believe including everyone is central to who we are and what we want to achieve, we welcome difference and pride ourselves on creating a culture where you can be yourself and where your wellness is supported.
You'll be guaranteed to make friends for life and work with a team that is incredibly flexible, supportive, ethical and fun.
Thank you!
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Event Manager
Salary: £45,000
Contract: Full time (35 hours a week), 14 months fixed term contract
Location: The position is based at the Peace Direct office in Central London (with options for hybrid working)
Peace Direct is an international charity that works with local peacebuilders and their allies to shift power and resources for sustainable peace. Local people are the experts in the conflicts that affect their communities, and only they understand what it takes to build peace that lasts. We make sure these local peacebuilders have the resources they need to make peace a reality, and that their work is resourced, acknowledged and supported by the international community.
The role
If you have the expertise and enthusiasm for event management, this could be the role for you!
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Event Manager to help coordinate, plan and deliver Peace Direct’s 2025 global peacebuilding gathering to be held in Kenya. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing large-scale events from inception to completion. This role requires excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills to ensure the seamless execution of events.
This brand new role is a 14 month contract specifically developed to deliver and roll out the event. Along with two Event Assistants under your direction, you will be responsible for managing and implementing the programme, including handling travel arrangements (100+ bookings), including flights, hotels, and transportation. You will have a solid background evidencing strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to build a smooth rapport with internal and external stakeholders critical to the success of the event. Stakeholders will include local suppliers, peacebuilders, funders and direct engagement with the venue and service providers and key donors.
We are looking for someone with a keen eye for detail to ensure a high professional standard is maintained - even under work pressures - and with budget management experience of large projects (exceeding $250k), ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial and time constraints.
Interested? Then please see the attached recruitment pack for more details about the role and how to apply.
The deadline for applications is 23:30hrs on Wednesday 6th November.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
King Edward’s School, Bath, is seeking applications for its newly created Commercial Manager role. The Commercial Manager will be responsible for the development and implementation of an ambitious strategy to generate income from a range of commercial offerings.
We have a vision that the School’s estates are being utilised at all points of the year in a way which is respectful and complementary to the School’s needs and where the income generated contributes directly and materially to the School’s overall purpose - that through an outstanding all-round education, King Edward’s pupils acquire the tools and the confidence to flourish and be happy today and to be ready for whatever the future may hold.
The funds raised from the School’s commercial offerings will also directly contribute to our Bursary commitment to support children whose families are not able to meet the school fees. As we approach our 475th Anniversary we have an ambition to expand our Bursary Fund so that any child offered a place at the Senior School can attend regardless of their family’s financial circumstances.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of developing and implementing an ambitious commercial strategy, operating at a senior level within an organisation and with experience of engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, including senior staff, governors, parents and external charities and businesses.
We recognise that this experience may be from sectors other than the education sector and would be delighted to receive applications from individuals which demonstrate the transferable nature of their skills and experiences to the education sector in general, and to King Edward’s School specifically
This position is a permanent full-time role, working 37 hours per week Monday to Friday, all year round. We would consider part-time applicants wishing to work 0.8 FTE or above. This position would be further enhanced by the School’s generous staff benefits package which includes school fee remission.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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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!
The Kirkwood Support Life is an ambitious and forward-thinking charitable organisation delivering much valued, high-quality care and support to the people of Kirklees. We are here for anyone affected by a life-limiting illness, every step of the way and have built a reputation for excellence and innovation in palliative and end-of-life care across West Yorkshire and nationally.
In the next 10 years, we want to double the number of people we care for by encouraging everyone who might benefit from our services to reach out early enough for us to make a positive impact on their quality of life. This means we must challenge the perception that our focus is on end-of-life. While it is true this is an important aspect of what we do, it is not all we do. We’re here for local people across the community whenever they need us.
The Opportunity:
This is a challenging yet exciting time to be joining The Kirkwood. We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Director of Income Generation and Marketing to lead and drive our efforts in securing the vital funds that enable us to provide our essential services. We are looking for someone that will inspire supporters, encourage people to spread the word about our vital work, and continue to build The Kirkwood Movement.
The role of income generation within The Kirkwood Movement is established. However, this role represents an opportunity to truly lead with creativity and forward thinking married closely with the traditional, proven tangible activities.
Job Summary:
As the Director of Income Generation and Marketing, you will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing innovative strategies to support The Kirkwood's charitable activities. Your leadership will inspire our community, increase awareness, and enhance financial and voluntary support.
The role requires strategic, long-term thinking, and you must demonstrate a proven track record of developing and implementing successful long-term income generation strategies aligned with overall fundraising goals. You should be a confident and natural leader who can clearly communicate a compelling future direction for the income generation and marketing team. Additionally, you will be a critical thinker who utilises data and trends to make informed decisions, analyses results to identify areas for improvement, and embraces a continuous learning mindset that values both successes and failures.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Strategic:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive income generation strategy aligned with The Kirkwood's goals.
- Foster a culture of creativity to explore and implement unconventional income generation methods.
- Lead the strategy to build The Kirkwood Movement, enhancing awareness, care outreach, and inspiring support.
- Create and nurture connections within The Kirkwood Movement to deepen engagement.
- Collaborate across The Kirkwood Movement to integrate income generation opportunities into daily operations.
Executive:
- Partner with the Executive Team to devise and deliver strategies that ensure sustainable growth in care provision.
- Establish policy frameworks and operational methods that support strategic objectives.
- Uphold and promote The Kirkwood Culture and Values.
- Serve as the key advocate for donors, ensuring their interests are prioritised in all activities.
- Oversee internal and external communication strategies and represent The Kirkwood in media and public events.
- Maintain strong relationships with the Board of Trustees and lead interactions with the Income Generation & Marketing Committee.
- Support Executive Management Team members and contribute to committee activities as needed.
- Contribute to the development of the 5-year strategic plan and long-range financial forecast.
- Stay informed of best practices in the sector and integrate them into The Kirkwood.
- Manage relationships with statutory regulators to ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
Departmental:
- Support departmental leads in crafting and implementing strategies for Fundraising, Retail & Trading, Media & Marketing, Business Development, and Programme Development.
- Propose, monitor, and achieve ambitious annual budgets for income generation.
- Deliver an exceptional supporter experience that drives acquisition, retention, and maximises supporter lifetime value through stellar stewardship.
- Inspire and lead a motivated team, fostering a culture of ownership and accountability for income generation goals.
- Develop and deliver ambitious plans across the core spectrum of Income Generation activity that includes (but not limited to) legacy fundraising, individual giving, major donors and patronage, digital fundraising, retail footprint, corporate partnership development and community fundraising.
- Attract, recruit, and retain top talent within the income generation and marketing team, ensuring a diverse and skilled workforce.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Proven experience in a senior income generation or marketing role.
- Demonstrable success in developing and implementing innovative fundraising strategies.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
- Knowledge of relevant regulations and best practices in the charity sector.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
Through thick and thin, giant hugs and bottomless mugs, we support life for anyone affected by a life limiting illness here in Kirklees.
Thank you!
Somerset Wildlife Trust requires a talented Administrator to join the busy People, Culture & Resources Team.
Governance and Business Administrator
Salary: Salary Staff Grade 3 £26,652
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: Full time
Location: Taunton, Somerset, with opportunity for hybrid working
This is a key post within the Trust communicating with key stakeholders and Teams. This is a fantastic opportunity for career development, joining a team of passionate people committed to working together to achieve more for nature in the beautiful county of Somerset.
The role will provide effective governance organising and facilitating Trust Council and committee meetings. Responsibilities will include scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes for board and committee meetings. The Senior Governance and Business Administrator will be maintaining records, advising on governance procedures and liaising with stakeholders.
As Business Administrator within the PCR Team, the role will provide office support, answering telephone calls, emails, handling correspondence and maintaining records. The role will develop and maintain relationships with Trustees, external contacts and other stakeholders. Also, the role will implement techniques and processes to enhance productivity and efficiency.
Responsibility 1: Lead on providing expertise on a comprehensive governance service
- Acting as secretary to the Trusts Council, sub committees and Sales Board.
- Providing logistical and administrative support to the CEO, Directors, Chair and Trustees.
- Supporting the chair to set dates of council meetings, produce Council agendas in liaison with the CEO, Chair & Committee Chairs and ensuring accurate minutes are taken, approved, and circulated in a timely manner.
- Working autonomously maintaining the governance archive for Council and overseeing full governance archive on SharePoint.
- Maintaining live files and records at Companies House.
- Acting as secretary to the Nominations Committee including maintaining the register of trustee and honorary officer terms of office and managing the process of nominating, recruiting and inducting Trustees.
- Assisting with the production of high-quality papers and presentation materials and developing solutions to complex issues.
- Fixing dates, orchestrate agendas, papers and minutes for Council meetings and carry out chasing actions as required using your excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Organising and facilitating Trustee inductions.
- Regular and structured reviewing of governance documents, policies, processes, and terms of reference, keeping abreast of developments in governance legislation & best practice.
- Maintaining and updating the SWT Governance Handbook and ensuring legal compliance.
Responsibility 2: Provide a comprehensive administrative and clerical support to the People, Culture and Resources Team to support the smooth running of the office.
- Overseeing the PCR team administrative support functions.
- Handling communications: Greeting clients, answering incoming calls, replying to emails and dealing with both incoming and outgoing post.
- Organising schedules: Scheduling meetings, appointments and events, and organising any necessary materials for them.
- Maintaining office equipment: Operating and maintaining equipment such as photocopier and franking machine.
- Supporting staff: providing administrative support to colleagues with occasional administrative work on PCR projects.
- Keeping track of inventory and ordering office supplies such as first aid equipment, coffee and tea and other items.
- Using spreadsheets for budget evidencing and monitoring purposes – (credit card transactions & Amazon purchasing).
Responsibility 3: Utilising your strong commitment to customer service, provide a first-class customer service for the organisation and its stakeholders, ensuring that every customer is completely satisfied with their customer experience
- Ensuring that all telephone, face to face and written enquiries are responded to promptly and dealt with in an efficient manner.
- Answering customer queries, responding to questions from incoming correspondence.
- Resolving complaints by liaising with relevant teams to ensure customer satisfaction and ensure regular contact with both internal colleagues and external stakeholders.
- Keeping accurate records of customer interactions including a complaints log.
- Providing information to stakeholders to answer questions and queries.
- Escalating issues referring any complex issues to Heads or Team managers when necessary.
We offer fantastic benefits of working for the Somerset Wildlife Trust including:
- 7% employer pension contribution
- Life insurance
- Flexible and agile working
- Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program
- Diversity networks through RSWT/TWT
- Paid volunteer days
- Continuous Professional Development opportunities
- 33 days of holiday (25 + bank holidays)
- Staff social calendar and events
The opportunity to make a real and positive difference to nature, communities, and the climate.
Closing date: Monday 11 November 2024
Interested?
If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website.
Somerset Wildlife Trust have an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Plan and are committed to continuing to improve the equality, diversity and inclusion of every aspect of our work; we know we need to engage with everyone to live our values and achieve our goals. We welcome applications from everyone and are happy to discuss any accommodations or arrangements that would make the recruitment process better for you, and the working environment should you be employed.
No agencies please.
Thank you!
Location: Based in Rotherham, Parkgate (but with travel to other boroughs for pick-ups, you may also be required to visit our sites in South Yorkshire for training and development as needed)
Hours: Full time (9am-5pm mon-fri)
Salary: £26,000 per annum
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people? We are looking for a supportive and nurturing person to join our Rotherham team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an award winning nationally recognized organization that strives to make education accessible for learners who have struggled to cope in mainstream.
Some of the perks of working at The Really NEET Project
- 10 weeks paid holiday per year (during school holidays)
- Vitality Health package (with no employee excess to pay on claims)
- Royal London Pension Scheme
- 45p per mile for any work related journeys
- Minimal teaching hrs with small group sizes compared to mainstream education settings
- Dedicated time allocated for planning time, innovation and creativity
Who will I be changing the lives of?
All of our learners have an Educational, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and as a result all have some level of additional need. Some of the most common areas of need that we see are Social, Emotional, Mental Health (SEMH), Autism (ASC), ADHD although we work with learners with a much broader range of needs.
We currently have projects in Rotherham, Barnsley, London and The Midlands.
Main Responsibilities
- Deliver quality on-site youth work to help all our young people overcome multiple complex educational barriers.
- Responsible for the planning and delivery of Maths and/or English Functional Skills lessons in line with the NCFE curriculum
- To deliver and implement teaching and learning practices to raise student standards and progress
- To develop and deliver high quality teaching materials and schemes of learning that keep students engaged using creativity, differentiation and extension tasks
- Plan effectively to ensure pupils have the opportunity to meet their potential, taking account of the needs of pupils who are underachieving, those that are able and those that are excelling
- To meet the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and in collaboration with the SENCO to prepare, implement, monitor and review Individual Educational Packages.
- To provide a high-quality student experience that enables students to succeed beyond their expectations
- Promote Inclusion best practice and contribute to the aims and ethos of the college
- Working with students from Pre-Entry to Level 2
- Responsible for comprehensive marking and written and verbal feedback for students
- Working in conjunction with the Outstanding and Good criteria for OFSTED
- To participate in weekly group engagement activities such as bowling, nature walks, climbing, graffiti workshops etc to ensure you build a strong rapport with all students.
If you want to work somewhere that values both its staff and its learners, then Really NEET would welcome your application.
What to expect from the recruitment process –
- Application form submitted and reviewed by the panel
- Shortlisted candidates invited to a first stage interview
- Candidates who are successful at the first stage interview will be invited for a second stage assessment which may consist of an in tray task, scenario presentation or microteach along with time with the learners and a tour of the workplace.
- Candidate selection – the panel will review any applications and a selection decision made
- Recruitment Manager will make contact with applicants to let them know the outcome of their interviews
All applications must be submitted by Friday 1st November 2024 with interviews being the following week. All candidates should be notified of the outcome of interviews within 3 working days. (subject to change)
For more information on this role and our organization please visit our website.
What to expect from the recruitment process –
- Application form submitted and reviewed by the panel
- Shortlisted candidates invited to a first stage interview
- Candidates who are successful at the first stage interview will be invited for a second stage assessment which may consist of an in tray task, scenario presentation or microteach along with time with the learners and a tour of the workplace.
- Candidate selection – the panel will review any applications and a selection decision made
- Recruitment Manager will make contact with applicants to let them know the outcome of their interviews
All applications must be submitted by 1st November 2024 with interviews being held the following week. All candidates should be notified of the outcome within 5 days. (subject to change)
Please note that we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our learners and expect all those who work with us to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake a DBS Enhanced Clearance check (Disclosure and Barring Service) and complete a Self Disclosure.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Are you driven by a passion for building inclusive communities and making a real impact?
Do you have the organisational skills to turn ideas into action?
We’re looking for a Community Projects Coordinator to champion diversity and belonging among our unique members, who are students at the University of Exeter.
In this role, you’ll collaborate with student leaders from a range of backgrounds to create projects that celebrate diverse cultures and identities, empowering them to lead the change they want to see. If you want to play a part in ensuring our members Love Exeter, we want to hear from you!
- Role: Community Projects Coordinator
- Hours: 35-hours per week (to be worked flexibly)
- Salary: £24,987.96 to £28,329.46 per annum
- Closing date: 28th October 2024 at 10 am
Who are we?
The Students’ Guild is the University of Exeter’s students’ union, led by students for students. We’re an independent charity, offering a wide range of opportunities, services and support to help students get the most out of their unique journeys at university. This includes everything from social activities to making sure things are going well on their academic course.
We have over 100 student groups and all of our work is led by, and in the best interest of, our members. The Guild is a truly rewarding place to work. Our talented and passionate staff make a real difference to the lives of students every single day, working together to achieve the Guild’s purpose: to shape an excellent student experience for all students at Exeter by empowering them to take their place in the world and make a positive difference.
We are looking for people who recognise that the Guild is student-led and share a genuine passion for student engagement and empowerment.
If you share a commitment to our values and want to be part of a radically inclusive organisation with a seriously exciting future ahead, we can’t wait to hear from you.
What will you bring?
- You know how to build communities of people from diverse backgrounds and identities.
- You’ll have some experience in managing projects and programmes of activities.
- You’ll be able to be creative and insightful as you develop community projects.
We offer lots of great benefits including enhanced family pay, at least 6-weeks’ holiday, sustainable travel incentives, access to exclusive discounts and perks and a free confidential advice service. We’re committed to helping you achieve a healthy balance between your work and home life through a real commitment to flexible and hybrid working. We also provide access to great development opportunities, including a personal development budget for you to spend on sharpening your skills. We’ll also help you to gain valuable experience, ensuring that you have opportunities to grow your career both here at the Guild and beyond.
Inclusion is central to the Guild. We approach our work collaboratively, empower our people and celebrate our uniqueness. If you’re driven to empower others and achieve great things, you’ll fit right in. Our people are proud of who they are and value each other’s differences, and we are committed to creating a diverse community that is radically inclusive of race, gender, age, religion, identity and experience.
Please visit our website to view our candidtae pack and the role profile.
How to Apply
Please visit our website, you will need to provide an up-to-date copy of your CV and answer the following question which relate to the role profile:
- Please outline why you want to apply for this role, including how your values align with the Guild.
- What skills would you bring to ensure that projects are managed effectively.
- Please outline your experience of working collaboratively with diverse members, volunteers, or communities.
Please note:
We will contact you to let you know the outcome of your application. this can sometimes take a few days. Unfortunately, if we receive your application after the closing date, we will not be able to consider it.
Dates for your Diary
- Closing Date: 10am, 28th October 2024
- Shortlisting: by 30th October 2024
- Interviews: 4th November 2024
We look forward to hearing from you.
Registered Charity
51 - 100
Helping students to Love Exeter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Fundraising Lead
We’re looking for an experienced Fundraising Lead to join an important charity that exists to help Surrey’s unpaid carers, aged 5-95 to help people feel more in control of their lives and less alone.
Position: Fundraising Lead
Location: Burpham, Surrey
Hours: Part-time, 30 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £25,875 for 30 hours per week, full-time equivalent salary is £31,051
Closing date: 11th November 2024
About the role:
The Fundraising Lead will be responsible for building and maintaining corporate partnerships that increase income and diversify funding. The post holder’s primary focus will be community organisations, businesses and other bodies.
You will support the organisation to deliver services and support for unpaid carers. You will be engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, and drive fundraising efforts, community engagement, gifts-in-kind, volunteer engagement and awareness raising.
Key areas of responsibility include:
- Develop a partnership engagement strategy that raises the profile of the organisation.
- Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with community and corporate partners that support fundraising, gifts-in-kind and volunteer engagement.
- Act as the primary point of contact for community and corporate partners.
- Explore and promote opportunities for sponsorship, donations and corporate giving.
- Support fundraising events and activities undertaken by community and corporate partners, groups and individuals.
- Support the finance manager in developing and writing bids and grant applications for projects.
- Organise community outreach events, workshops, and information sessions to build relationships and encourage support.
- Represent the charity at networking events, conferences, and community forums to develop partnerships and promote the organisation.
About you:
This new position, reporting to the Marketing Manager, requires a dynamic self-starter with excellent communication and networking skills, capable of developing relationships.
Key skills required for this role:
- Experience working in community engagement, business development, or similar roles.
- Experience in identifying, supporting and growing relationships with corporate partners and/or community groups
- Experience organising events and engagement activities.
- Knowledge of developing stakeholder engagement plans/strategies (preferably in the not-for-profit or charitable sectors).
- Confident in delivering engaging presentations and activities to diverse groups of stakeholders.
- An innovative approach to engaging partners and stakeholders with a willingness to try new initiatives.
- An ability to work independently and manage own time, priorities and workload.
About the organisation:
The employer has a vision ‘that every unpaid carer in Surrey is heard, valued and supported.’ We are a committed, local charity determined to make a difference to young and adult carers across Surrey.
Our values are Focus, Inclusion, Respect and Excellence. By keeping to our values, we can provide an innovative, high quality and compassionate service to carers in every community in Surrey, making a real difference to their wellbeing.
We offer our staff a friendly, supportive, flexible workplace and are committed to welcoming applicants from a wide range of backgrounds as well as supporting staff who have their own caring responsibilities. To this end, we offer staff a week's paid carers leave. We also provide a generous holiday entitlement, starting at 28 days plus bank holidays, an employee assistance programme, a pension and opportunities for development and training.
You may also have experience in areas such as: Head of Corporate Fundraising, Corporate Partnerships, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Corporate Partnerships Officer, Corporate Partnerships Fundraising, Fundraising, Fundraising Manager, Fundraisers, Major Donor, Philanthropy, Income Generation Manager, Income Generation, Sales Executive, Sales
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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Are you a data expert ready to shape the future of data and insight in a leading charity dedicated to making a real difference?
We are looking for an experienced and dedicated leader to join the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association as Interim Head of Data & Insight for a 9-month fixed-term contract. You'll lead a talented team that provides vital data management, reporting, impact analysis and compliance to support the entire organisation.
In this role, you will ensure the use of data and insight is maximised to help achieve the Association's objectives. You'll lead, motivate and develop the Data and Insight team, guiding them to deliver high-quality support across the organisation, while ensuring that all activities are in line with the latest data protection regulations.
Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you'll identify key priorities and oversee the team's workload to meet deadlines. Your role will also involve maintaining and improving data quality standards and ensuring compliance with legislation including General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
You will play a key role in contributing to projects and initiatives by advising on the impact and resource requirements related to data. As part of the Technology leadership team, you will also help shape the Association's wider Digital, Data, and Technology strategy.
The Data & Insight team includes the Data Manager, Data Selection Manager, Business Intelligence Analyst, and several data support roles. Together, you'll ensure the Association continues to make informed decisions backed by reliable data.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a meaningful organisation and lead a crucial function at the heart of our work.
If you're a strong leader with a passion for data and want to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
What are we looking for?
An experienced data professional with experience of working with a range of stakeholders. Your ability to lead and develop a team will be key, as well as your ability to collaborate with colleagues across the organisation. You'll be comfortable explaining technical concepts to non-technical staff and be skilled at building relationships at all levels.
You will have a strong background in managing large CRM or Care systems, ideally within a charity or fundraising environment. You'll have a deep understanding of data protection and regulatory requirements, with the ability to address complex compliance issues and implement solutions.
Strong skills in data analysis and management are essential, particularly using tools like Excel, FastStats, and SQL. You'll also have a solid grasp of mathematical and statistical concepts to support campaign and database analysis.
For full role responsibilities please view the job description located within the Candidate Pack.
Our Benefits
- 28 days holiday, rising to 33 days after 5 years' service, plus Bank Holidays
- Access to UK Healthcare which includes reimbursement for dental appointments, eyecare, Health & Wellbeing screening and therapies
- Access to a 24/7 phone and video GP Service
- Life assurance
- Confidential counselling helplines
- Salary sacrifice schemes to include: Cycle to work & Buy and sell annual leave
- BenefitHub which offers lifestyle discounts and offers on everyday shopping
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Opportunities for training and personal development
- Hybrid working
About Us
Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.
We are committed to equality and value diversity. We are working hard to remove perceived and actual barriers to participation for people with and affected by MND, current and future staff, volunteers, and stakeholders.
We guarantee interviews for disabled applicants that meet the requirements of the role as part of our commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Adverts may be closed early, or interviews arranged once sufficient applications are received. Early applications are encouraged.
Sponsorship: If you require sponsorship for this role, you must clearly declare this with/on your application form so that we can consider whether you meet the eligibility criteria for sponsorship, either as a skilled worker or new entrant.
DBS: Depending on the nature of your role you may be required to complete a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Reasonable Adjustments and Alternative Applications: Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview please contact us for support.
To provide an inclusive application process, we are open to receiving alternative applications from candidates who may find it difficult to complete our online form.
Recruitment Agencies: We work hard to fill our roles directly and request that recruitment agencies do not contact us in relation to this role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
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!
Senior Strategic Reputation Manager
Full Time/Fixed term contract for up to 6 months
Our offer to you
We pride ourselves in being a great place to work, providing a supportive culture with opportunities to grow and develop your career, achieve a healthy work life balance and to be recognised for the great work you do. You will receive:
- Competitive salary and pension scheme
- 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) - increasing to 38 days over 5 years
- Hybrid, Flexible working
- Cycle to work scheme Electric Vehicle Scheme
- Health and Wellbeing portal – access to financial, health and wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounts – you will have access to Blue Light and NHS Discounts as well as discounts on mobile phones, gym membership, cinema tickets, restaurants, holidays and shopping
About Us
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of over 1,500 employees and over 33,000 volunteers, united by our goal of saving lives through essential first aid services, training and campaigning. As a charity with rich heritage and a long history of serving humanity, we are proud of our past and excited about creating a healthier, safer, more resilient future.
St John Ambulance works at the heart of communities, supporting and enabling them to access and receive physical and mental health first aid. We do this through developing and providing effective community response and outreach services (e.g. Ambulance response, Falls response, Night Time Economy and Homelessness outreach) and using our longstanding expertise to empower people with vital clinical skills and the confidence to use them (e.g. our Volunteers and Community Advocates, NHS Cadets and Young Responders programmes). There is also a buoyant social enterprise network which delivers first aid training and supplies medical consumables to businesses and consumers.
This is an exciting time of transformation with an opportunity to lead and mature the charity’s data maturity by leading a new data strategy.
Job Summary
St John Ambulance is recruiting an experienced communications professional who has a specialism in reputation management, for a six-month, full-time contract.
As Senior Reputation Manager you will play a key role in protecting and enhancing St John’s reputation, proactively identifying, managing and mitigating organisational reputational risk. Being a top-class stakeholder manager and a highly effective influencer, you'll be able to quickly build relationships across a large, complex organisation. You will manage and participate in on-call communications rota, write reactive statements and brief senior leaders on an appropriate course of action.
About You
You will be a senior PR specialist, with demonstrable experience of reputation management in a complex organisation or business. You’ll be happy to hit the ground running and confident working closely with senior internal stakeholders including the CEO.
About the Role
- Responsible for enhancing and protecting the charity’s reputation, advising on the best course of action, assessing risks and briefing senior leaders as appropriate.
- Manage and be part of the out of ours on-call rota, which manages any potential negative media coverage
- Creating proactive statements for any incidents that are arising.
Please see the job description for more detail (this can be viewed on our website or once you click apply)
If you are a current St John Ambulance employee, please apply here: Click here
For all other candidates, or St John Ambulance volunteers wishing to apply: please apply below
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
St John Ambulance are committed to increasing the diversity of our team and making sure we best reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.At St John, everyone is valued and supported to thrive, we have several networks including Multi Culture, Disability and Accessibility, Pride, Family and Carers and Women’s groups. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and engender a sense of belonging for all, by creating an environment of mutual respect, where we value unique differences and demonstrate authentic allyship. We believe passionately in equality, diversity and inclusion.
'St John Ambulance is committed to safeguarding and we promote safe recruitment practice. Therefore, all successful applicants will undergo pre-employment checks, including DBS Clearance, as part of the onboarding process, if applicable to the nature of the role'.
Please note: St John does not accept speculative CVs and will only review CVs sent in application for an advertised vacancy.
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KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
·Chief Operating Officer
·Head of Partnerships
·Community Fundraising Manager
·Partnerships Marketing Lead
·Trusts and Foundations Manager
·Nation Directors
About you
Are you an energetic multi-tasker with the passion, skills and experience to make an immediate impact on our corporate partnerships? Are you a self-starter and team player, accustomed to rolling your sleeves up to get the job done? Are you looking for a role to stretch you and are keen to take on a more strategic and project management role?
Purpose of the role
The Corporate Partnerships Manager will play a vital role in developing Adoption UK’s new corporate income strategy. The right candidate will have a proven track record of developing new partnerships and stewarding accounts to maximum potential. Going above and beyond to ensure that our corporate partners feel valued and connected to our cause, you'll use your creativity and networking skills to identify future growth opportunities that match the mission and priorities of Adoption UK.
The successful post-holder will manage the entire partnership life-cycle from contract and grant acceptance to delivery, ensuring that KPIs are met, income is accurately recorded, and that all activities comply with the Fundraising Regulator guidelines, GDPR, VAT and other legal requirements.
Must haves:
·A proven track record in securing income from the corporate sector.
·Solid account management experience ideally a corporate partnerships environment.
·Ability to think creatively and problem solve autonomously and the awareness and understanding to successfully collaborate with colleagues.
·Excellent communication skills - both written and oral - you'll need to have the social skills and presence to communicate to a variety of audiences, including at Senior Leadership level.
·Great presentation skills.
·Excellent negotiation skills with a proven ability to establish long-term working relationships.
·Experience and ability to lead projects and manage project groups. Proven creatively in developing ideas to present to companies in support of a fundraising idea.
·Ability to spot opportunities, identify partners' needs and drivers and match these with the priorities of Adoption UK
·The passion and ability to be effective in presenting Adoption UK’s mission to support care experienced people and families.
Main duties & Responsibilities
Securing New Corporate Partnership Business
·To support in the creation of a new corporate fundraising strategy and subsequently implement this
·Develop resources, pitch decks and communications to attract new partnerships
·Identify, research and approach a pipeline of potential corporate partners, including those with existing links to employees, volunteers, trustees and members.
·Confidently pitch and write proposals to potential corporate partners, tailoring style and approach according to their Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) priorities
·Research and attend networking events and activities to support new income opportunities
Corporate Partnership Account Management
·Account-manage a portfolio of corporate partnerships, e.g. charity of the year, company sponsorship, staff fundraising, etc, ensuring mutually agreed partnership journeys are clearly planned and well executed
·Provide excellent stewardship of all current relationships including marketing and fundraising initiatives throughout the year
·Work closely with the Marketing lead to create innovative marketing plans for corporate partners to demonstrate Return on Investment
·Produce reports and presentations including activities and reach to convey the impact of partnerships
Working with the wider team to deliver income targets
·Work closely and collaboratively with the wider Income Generation and Support teams to deliver professional and on brand communications to partners
·Share expertise and knowledge with wider team and colleagues in different nations to support wider UK corporate fundraising asks
·Keep abreast of the work of the wider organisation
·Help organise events when required
·Contribute to general tasks when required
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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InCommon is a charity bringing generations together. We create opportunities for young people and older people to learn from one another, fostering mutual inspiration, growth, and a stronger sense of community.
We're looking for a Programme Manager to develop our Empower programme. In this role, you'll be supporting grassroots intergenerational projects across the country to start and flourish through an online platform and support offer.
You’ll match up schools and retirement homes, build relationships with key stakeholders and support them to use the platform to coordinate intergenerational projects. Your efficient, thoughtful and professional approach will build trust and lead to close working relationships.
This is a really exciting new stage of the programme’s development and has the potential for you to build the Empower team. You’ll also be joining InCommon at an exciting stage of our evolution, with lots of opportunity to add value and guide the direction of a growing charity.
This is the perfect role for you if:
- You’re reliable, trustworthy and authentic
- You take responsibility and deliver results
- You’re a collaborative team player and great communicator
- You’re creative and excited by digital design
- You’re flexible, self-motivated and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
- You can lead collaboratively and have experience of line management
Registered Charity
6 - 10
Opportunities for young people and older people to learn from one another, fostering mutual inspiration, growth, and a stronger sense of community
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Hours: 37.5 hours per week, one week on call per month. Hours worked between 8am and 6pm, Monday – Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work required
Salary: £42,000 - £46,000 per annum. Night shifts and weekend cover paid extra
Term: 3-year contract with possibility to extend - subject to funding
Location: The Hut, Llwyn Deri Hall, Ravenhill Road, Swansea SA5 5AW
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About The Roots Foundation Wales
We are an award-winning charity supporting children and young people in care, kinship care, those transitioning to independent living, and care leavers. We also provide support for foster and kinship carers.
In 2017, we featured on a BBC1 DIY SOS & Children in Need special, which resulted in our beautiful centre with three semi-independent living flats attached. Our bespoke and holistic Transition to Independent Living programme helps young people aged 16-19 gain essential independent living skills as they prepare to leave care.
Our dedicated team of youth workers, night staff, and volunteers run a variety of activities and clubs for young people aged 4-25, including coffee mornings for carers, playgroups for young parents, and activity groups ranging from crafts and cookery to youth clubs and movie nights.
A message from our Youth Panel:
“Roots is our home from home. It's a place where we can share personal experiences and always be supported. Building good relationships with staff and other young people is essential to us. We need someone who is honest, responsible, and appreciates that Roots is like our family.”
About You
Are you ready for your next leadership challenge in a workplace full of life and passion? You'll be surrounded by inspiring young people and colleagues who love their jobs. You should be able to lead collaboratively, speak confidently to promote our work, manage multiple projects, and oversee budgets and operations efficiently and strategically.
You will work closely with the Board of Trustees to deliver our strategic plans for growth, managing budgets, finances, and operations while ensuring the best possible outcomes for the young people and carers who rely on us.
Your Main Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Management: Build strong working relationships, providing leadership and management for the staff team of 12 plus volunteers.
- Operational Management: Oversee the day-to-day management and running of the Centre.
- Service Delivery: Ensure high-quality activities and programmes are provided, seeking and acting on feedback from service users.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Raise awareness of our work and build our profile with key local and national stakeholders.
- Accommodation Oversight: Manage the development and running of the semi-independent living accommodation.
- Reporting to Funders: Manage robust monitoring and evaluation processes for timely reporting to funders and commissioning bodies.
- Fundraising: Support the Board of Trustees to secure new funding avenues in line with the charity’s objectives.
- Safeguarding: Be the main point of contact for safeguarding concerns and ensure processes are followed.
Due to the nature of the role, flexibility is required. The Centre is staffed on a 24-hour basis, and you will support safeguarding issues that occur outside of working hours (on a rota basis). Out of hours work may be necessary to meet the charity’s needs.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria:
- Experience in operations management and/or strategic leadership, ideally within a health and social care, childcare, or education setting.
- Proven leadership and people management skills.
- Highly numerate with a successful track record in managing budgets and delivering value for money.
- Excellent IT skills with the ability to learn and use new software and packages.
Desirable Criteria:
- Experience managing safeguarding and an understanding of Wales Safeguarding Procedures.
- Experience working with our beneficiary group, including children in mainstream care, secure residential settings, kinship care, Special Guardianship care, and foster carers.
- Experience with stakeholder engagement and/or public speaking.
- Service development and management of commissioned services experience.
- A recognised qualification in management and leadership or programme/project management.
- Experience working in the charity sector with a good understanding of governance requirements and the challenges in the sector, particularly in Wales.
- Experience in applying for and securing funding at national, regional, or local levels.
- Understanding and experience of implementing a trauma-informed approach.
How to Apply
Please submit a CV and covering letter explaining your motivation for applying and your relevant skills and experience. Generic cover letters that do not specifically refer to The Roots Foundation and its work will not be considered.
Interviews will be conducted the week commencing 11th November 2024.
You may have experience in the following roles: Centre Manager, Operations Manager, Programme Director, Service Manager, Child Welfare Director, Community Services Manager, Youth Services Director, Social Care Manager, etc.
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Supported Accommodation Worker (Future Roots Project)
Salary Banding: £27,500 per annum with potential to progress through salary band. Plus additional payment for overnight shifts on occasion.
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time, 37 Hours Per Week
Location: Welwyn Garden City / Hatfield, Hertfordshire- Candidates must have a full driving license and use of own vehicle for business purposes
Herts Young Homeless is an independent charity and has been supporting vulnerable young people in Hertfordshire since 1998. We are professional, passionate, collaborative and supportive charity that provides guidance to young people in need of support.
Future Roots Supported accommodation is located in Welwyn Garden City. We are looking fo a Supported Accommodation Worker who will support the 5 Housemates to learn the skills they require to live independently, whilst ensuring the accommodation is a safe and homely environment to live in. The role will require a reasonable degree of flexibility, to respond to the needs of the house. This may include changes to working patterns or additional ‘sleep in’ nights’’ paid at an additional rate.’’support.
How will you make a difference?
You will be creating and establishing a considerate, proactive and empowering environment where those living in the home take responsibility for themselves and their journey towards independent living. You will help co-ordinate and deliver a solution focused training package, that encourages the young person to take responsibility for all areas of their lives and promote healthy, successful outcomes. You will support them to achieve a successful move on in their life and you will be instrumental in ensuring that those living in the house accept and abide by the house rules.
The young people we support are amazing, inspiring and courageous. The challenges they face can test even the most resilient and they often lack the support needed to see them through difficult times; leaving them stressed, anxious and overwhelmed. We are looking for those who have the passion, patience and empathy to support our young people to overcome barriers and move forward in their lives, encouraging and enabling them to achieve and succeed.
What can we offer you?
- A supportive, knowledgeble team and organistion
- 25 days annual leave per annum (in addition to Bank Holidays & Public Holidays)
- An additional annual leave day on your Birthday
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Access to Blue Light discount card
- People's Pension Plan contribution
- Group Life Insurance plan
- Opportunities for personal and career development
- Monthly draws to win ‘lunch on your manager’ or ‘leave work early’
- Medicash & Employee Assistance Programme - support with wellbeing & personal struggles/ Heath Cash Back Scheme
What will you be doing?
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Manage a varied caseload with differing timescales and deadlines.
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Be involved in the screening and interview process of potential new Housemates.
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Build a professional and trusting relationship with the young people to enable to them to engage with the support and improve their situation and prospects.
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Provide 1-1 and group support and opportunities to learn identified life skills for independent living, using a range of tools and skills, including hyh’s ASDAN training package.
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To identify any risk factors and ensure appropriate measures are in place.
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Sleep at the accommodation overnight on an adhoc basis and in the case of an emergency or organsiational need. An additional payment will be made to cover for any overnight shifts required,
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Report any safeguarding (child protection) concerns to your line-manager and refer as appropriate
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Be part of a team responsible to ensure the property is meeting all requiredstandards, which will include:
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Regular Health and Safety checks
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Co-ordinating Building maintenance
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Risk Assessments
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To promote and facilitate Youth Engagement across the service
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Engage effectively in multi-agency working, developing collaborative relationships and partnerships with relevant staff in a range of agencies to broker and co-ordinate support for young people.
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Ensure all service administration tasks are completed to a high standard and in a timely manner.
- Immerse hyh’s values into your professional practice at all times.
- Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with external agencies and partners to ensure we are a provider of choice.
- Actively participate and provide valued contributions in supervision, team meetings and other meetings as appropriate.
- Work as part of a team by supporting, communicating, and engaging with your colleagues.
What can you bring to the team?
- Candidates Must have a full clean driving license and use of own vehicle for business purposes
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of the problems facing homeless young people.
- Ability to engage and motivate young people, strong interpersonal skills including the ability to be appropriately assertive
- Excellent understanding of confidentially with strict professional boundaries and personal integrity
- Excellent planning, organisational & time management skills
- An understanding of the voluntary sector and the constraints placed upon voluntary sector organisation (desirable)
- Have a flexible working approach to the needs of the service users.
Full JD available..If you are passionate, conscientious and take pride in doing a job well and making a difference, then we would love to hear from you!
Application and Interview Process
To apply please go to our website and click the link or QR code to apply. We require a covering letter or Video showcasing your skills and experience relevant to the role along with you CV. Please ensure you upload these to our recruitment portal.
Recruitment morning will be held on 11th November 2024 and if successful there will be a personal interview stage held on 13th November 2024. If you need any reasoable adjustments throughout the interview and application process please contact us and we will endeavour to support your needs.
Our promise to you
Herts Young Homeless promises to act with the upmost integrity and respect when it comes to handling your data and will not share your details with any other client without 1) discussing the opportunity with you first and 2) without your verbal or written consent for us to do so.
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As Content Manager, you will be responsible for implementing and iterating the content framework. The framework describes the what, why, and how of producing high-quality, effective content at Battersea:
- What: Defining content pillars and content types that the content team works on.
- Why: Ensuring that all content the team produces supports Battersea’s overall marketing strategy and organisational strategy.
- How: Upholding an efficient process for content production and effective collaboration with stakeholders.
Collaboration is essential within this role. You’ll need to work closely with senior stakeholders and channel owners across the Brand team, Digital team, Communications, Insight and Impact and the wider organisation.
Strong communication, interpersonal and consultative skills, and the proven ability to build relationships are vital to aid the smooth delivery of strategic projects and to drive to do things more effectively and efficiently through buy-in.
You’ll be adept at using data to inform content strategy and content approach exploring the ‘why’ across user needs. This includes leveraging insights, conducting content evaluations, and performing your own desktop research to bring our work to life, as we continue to develop our audience building and evaluation frameworks.
You’ll be supporting a dynamic Content team, giving guidance, coaching and fostering a culture of creativity and strategic direction, so they can deliver the right content, to the right audience at the right time which inspires connection to our cause and engagement with our brand.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our Hybrid Working Policy:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.
Diversity and inclusion
At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.
By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.
More about us
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Closing date: 3rd November 2024
Interview date(s): 7th November 2024 (1st round); 14th November 2024 (2nd round)
Start date: ASAP
To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
Registered Charity
501 - 1000
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.
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