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Prostate Cancer Research exists to honour the men and families who have been through things no family should have to go through, and to work for a future where no one needs to fear a prostate cancer diagnosis. 

We are always working to provide resources to help, support and empower patients. Giving them the information they need to make better choices about their treatment, while working to identify and target specific unmet needs in the prostate cancer ecosystem, such as racial inequality and bone metastasis. 

Our dedicated staff team is the key to our success, expanding the amount of research that we fund five times over in four years.  

Over the past three years, PCR has won:  

• the Change Project of the year award in 2023 
• the Excellence in Healthcare Partnerships award at the Communiqué 2025 awards 
• Fundraiser of the Year award at the National Fundraiser Awards 2026 
• The Mark Collins Award for Most Powerful Use of Insight to Improve Supporter Experience at the Chartered Institute of Fundraising Awards 2026 

It’s been a successful few years for the Events & Community team with good results across the board, increasing income by over £1 million every year since 2023. And we recently won Fundraising Charity of the Year at the National Fundraising Awards 2026!

Now’s an exciting time to join us as we work on a new multi-year strategy and expand the team yet again, bringing in new resource to give the different activity areas space to grow and ensure we can do our best work – contributing to PCR’s lifesaving mission, developing our careers and enjoying work within an ambitious and supportive environment.

This role is new, created to focus on community fundraising which is a growing area with huge potential for PCR. We currently receive significant unsolicited income from our brilliant supporters, but there is a key opportunity to take a more proactive approach to recruiting new community fundraisers, improving their supporter experience and testing new offerings & products. You will work with the team to create and deliver a plan for this new proactive approach and will lead on day-to-day relationship management with fundraisers.

You will also lead the project management and delivery of some community-focused fundraising events. For example,our annual Snowdonia for Science event or testing new PCR-owned products which work for a community fundraising audience. We currently expect the split of time to be roughly 75% on community fundraising and 25% on events, but the two areas will be closely connected, and this split may change over time. We are excited to work with you to develop the direction of this role as the team and portfolio grows.

You will report to the Head of Events & Community and work closely with the whole team, as well as colleagues across PCR. We have flexible working arrangements, so you can choose to be office based, remote or hybrid, although the Events team currently try to work together once a week when possible, at our office in Chancery Lane, London. You’d also be needed to travel to team building and strategy days in London on an ad-hoc basis, and to supporter events across the UK when required.

Key Responsibilities

At PCR, we make team members’ development a key priority and there is always a % of time available to collaborate more widely for your development and interest. However, your main focus will initially be:

Project management and income growth

· Create and lead a plan to implement a proactive community fundraising portfolio, identifying new approaches to test and audiences to target which build towards a long-term sustainable income stream, ensuring alignment with the Public Fundraising strategy.

· Design and deliver ambitious fundraising budgets for your area which contribute net income towards PCR’s mission.

· Lead the project management and delivery of the community fundraising and events activities you are responsible for.

This will include monitoring objectives, budgets and the bigger picture to ensure opportunities are seized & risks are minimised.

· Carry out supporter data and income processing tasks as required, including on the CRM and other internal systems.

· Work with the team to create and deliver effective marketing plans which meet recruitment targets.

· Analyse results based on KPIs & supporter feedback, proactively implementing changes & improvements.

· Ensure your fundraising activities are delivered in line with fundraising law & regulations, and with PCR’s policies.

Stewardship and relationship management

· Lead on the delivery of a great supporter experience for community fundraisers in line with our Public Fundraising manifesto, motivating fundraisers to raise more and remain loyal supporters of PCR.

· Interact with supporters via a range of communication channels and in-person, attending events and presenting about PCR’s work when required. This will include travel, for which TOIL will be given and reasonable expenses covered.

· Lead on relationship management for your area, spotting potential for fundraisers to have a greater impact with PCR as a whole, and working with colleagues in Philanthropy, Partnerships, Patient Projects & across the organisation to achieve this.

· Carry out stewardship tasks using tools like Mailchimp, GivePanel and JustGiving, for which training will be provided.

· Oversee stock management via our fulfilment house and ensure we have high-quality fundraising merchandise.

Product development and innovation

· Seize new opportunities for products, journeys or events which would engage a community fundraising audience, taking a test & learn approach. For this, there will be realistic budgets & an understanding of the investment needed for new ideas.

· Stay up to date with sector trends and maintain a strong understanding of PCR’s existing (and target) supporters to create and implement products and experiences that motivate and inspire.

· Use feedback and data to spot opportunities for the constant improvement of fundraisers’ experience with PCR.

· Work to engage supporters beyond their initial activity, testing ongoing journeys and maximising their life-time value for PCR.

Teamwork

· Alongside line managers within the team, help to oversee the relevant day-to-day work of the Supporter Engagement Officer/ Assistants who are supporting your activities, to ensure effective delivery and collaboration.

· Contribute to team strategy and capacity planning.

· Work with the team to embed our agile ways of working, modelling the principle of collective responsibility.

· Contribute to the improvement of relevant processes & infrastructure to ensure efficiency, compliance & best practice.

· Attend and actively contribute to meetings, sharing new ideas and learnings that might be useful for the wider team.

· Model PCR’s organisational values: innovation, collaboration, accountability & empathy (championing the patient voice).

The Community Fundraising & Events Manager may also get involved with other work to support Public Fundraising activities as appropriate. Attendance will be required at weekend and evening events, for which TOIL will be given.

Skills and Competencies

Our ideal candidate would be proactive team player, with:

· A willingness to get stuck in, eagerness to learn and strong sense of personal accountability.

· First class relationship management skills, with an ability to build rapport and to choose the right method at the right time in order to inspire a range of audiences through great stewardship and storytelling.

· Great written and oral communication skills, and an ability to present PCR’s work confidently in front of an audience.

· Strong event and project management skills, including end-to-end planning, budgeting & results tracking.

· The ability to see opportunities and drive progress within existing activity – and finding our next successful ones!  

· Excellent organisational skills and the ability to juggle competing priorities, identifying the most valuable use of your time.

· An ability to oversee others’ work, to delegate effectively, and to give constructive feedback aligned with goals.

· Good attention to detail and IT Skills, with the ability to use relevant tools and a CRM database (training will be provided).

· A good understanding (or ideally experience) of community fundraising or similar peer-to-peer fundraising activity.

· A strong belief in the work we do at PCR, and a commitment to our values and mission.

How To Apply

Please apply by submitting your CV and a short supporting statement (maximum 600 words) outlining why you would like the role and why you think you’d be a good fit, giving examples of previous experience.

There will be a one two-stage interview process. The first interview will be online, and the second will be an in-person interview at our office in London.

For more information about the role, please contact our hiring team at the email provided in the full job description for an informal chat.

For more information about our organisation, visit the Prostate Cancer Research website, the Prostate Progress webpage and the PCR online patient resource, The Infopool.

PCR is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

At CAP, we celebrate diversity and strive to build an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from Global Majority/UK Minority Ethnic candidates, as these groups are currently underrepresented within our wider workforce. We are committed to creating an environment where every individual can thrive and feel they belong.

Everything we do is rooted in our values. First and foremost, we are Christ-centred. The work that we do is guided by faith and the belief that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and God’s love. 

We are bold in fearlessly putting that faith into action to help others and challenge injustice, while also seeking to be compassionate in the way that we want to understand others and offer them meaningful care. We are collaborative in our approach, making time to learn from others and work together to take on UK poverty. And finally, we prioritise being joyful in the face of challenges, because our faith gives us confidence that change is truly possible.

Please note that the salary shown is for full time hours and would be paid pro rata for part time (22.5 hours per week). The actual pro rata salary is £19494.00) This role requires a DBS check and three forms of ID provided (one photo ID).

 Please see the attached Job Profile for a full list of responsibilities 

Skilled Worker Visa

From 22 July 2025, the Government increased the salary threshold and skills level for Skilled Worker visas. If you are applying for a Skilled Worker Visa for the first time, this role does not meet the current eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the immigration rules.

The Department cannot consider sponsoring you for this role unless you have held a Skilled Worker visa continuously since before 22 July 2025. If you have held a Skilled Worker visa continuously, please raise this during your vetting checks, and eligibility will be assessed in accordance with the immigration rules and transitional provisions in place.

If you are applying for this role and you do not meet the new eligibility criteria for sponsorship or the transitional provisions, you will need to consider your options for obtaining and/or maintaining your right to work in the UK in light of these changes. Successful applicants must ensure they have and maintain the legal right to live and work in the Civil Service and in the United Kingdom.

The Department will continue to comply with the UK Immigration Rules applied in the UK and the Civil Service. You can read more about Skilled Worker visas and the eligibility criteria on the government's website.

Job Description

Context:

CAP's mission is to end UK poverty by equipping churches to reach their communities. We exist to empower and serve churches through exceptional partnerships, delivering impactful debt advice and coaching services. Providing accessible, community-rooted support to those facing financial and social challenges across the UK. Our approach is centered on empowering individuals providing holistic support to achieve financial resilience through expert debt advice and tailored coaching products. This approach goes far beyond financial stability, creating lasting personal and relational transformation and contributing to a society where all can flourish. We are committed to fostering strong relationships with our church partners, ensuring a collaborative and effective service that continually improves to meet the evolving needs of local communities.

Purpose:

The Enhanced Support & Grants Team Manager is instrumental in ensuring our clients who present with the most complex and vulnerable of situations receive specialised, tailored support to achieve financial stability and become debt-free. Including monitoring CAP’s Grants team who secure financial support for those accessing insolvency options.

Your key focus is to lead and empower a team of specialist Debt Advisors who operate at the intersection of complex financial distress and significant personal vulnerability. This involves not just triaging and assessing, but creating holistic, life-changing solutions while continuously monitoring and proactively intervening in clients' safeguarding and wellbeing needs. As the Team Manager, you will work in partnership with the Safeguarding Lead, exercising direct oversight over high-risk cases and proactively identifying and managing evolving areas of risk, in strict adherence to the FCA’s stringent guidance on vulnerable customers.

Personality:

We are strong collaborators and communicators, dedicated to building strong connections within our team, the Hubs and with local CAP workers, ensuring resources are allocated effectively and holistic client support is prioritised. 

We are confident decision makers and are comfortable working in high risk environments where situations can evolve quickly.

We are advocates for our team members, inspiring, empowering, and challenging them to reach their full potential, ultimately making a tangible and positive impact on the lives of those we serve; clients and churches alike. We think big-picture as well as about the details using data to make good decisions. 

We are decisive leaders who thrive in high-pressure, rapidly evolving environments, where the consequences of decisions directly impact vulnerable individuals.

Passion:

We are passionate about developing and empowering high-performing teams to deliver outstanding support to Service Delivery and our clients. We believe in creating an environment where advisors and case officers are equipped, challenged, and inspired to provide exceptional support to partner churches and clients. We are passionate about collaborating with regional partners to drive impactful change and ensure service level agreements are consistently met.

• Reporting to: Head of Church & Client Support

• Direct Reports: Enhanced Support Leads

Responsibilities

• Effective personnel management of staff, to facilitate the delivery of a high-performing debt help service in collaboration with the church through:

  • Ensuring adequate staffing by managing holidays, sickness and other absence within your team and across the Hubs

  • Regular catch-ups which include feedback on quality and output indicators, client outcomes and customer service. Bringing encouragement, challenge and coaching on how to improve these and seeking to empower team members.

  • Delivering effective team communication, both written and verbal, to engage staff members in business as usual and aid smooth change management. Demonstrating active ownership of organisational awareness and wider strategy.

• Workload management to facilitate an effective debt service by:

  • Collaborating with the Enhanced Support Leads, Enhanced Support In-Team Specialists, the Regional Team Managers and the Senior Hub Delivery Managers to ensure the workload is prioritised to meet agreed Service Level Agreements.

  • Participation in the wider Church and Client Support management team. This includes working with other Team Managers in your department, taking ownership of decisions pertinent to your area and covering responsibilities as needed when other managers are absent. Also included is attendance and participation on a directorate wide level and the willingness and ability to lead in that broader context where required.

• Overseeing Specialised Client Support 

  • Provide strategic oversight and guidance to the wider team of in-team specialists. This includes ensuring appropriate escalation pathways and adherence to best practices in safeguarding and the FCA’s consumer duty regulations. 

  • Responsibility as a Senior Safeguarding Officer and point of escalation for high risk situations across Service Delivery.

  • Being willing at times to speak to clients who are in high risk situations of vulnerability around mental health or domestic abuse.

  • Confidence in and experience of speaking about topics of vulnerability and safeguarding.

  • Ownership and strategic development of the Person at Risk of Violence procedures at CAP - oversight of current waiting times and development of procedures, such as a self-help pack.

• Overseeing the grants specialists workload

  • Oversight of the Grants team workload - engagement with specialist case officers, in particular channelling vulnerable client concerns.

  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with new and existing grant funders.

  • Budget oversight for grants obtained, with responsibility for coordinating quarterly reports for funders as required. 

• Management of Key Stakeholder Connection

  • Working alongside key stakeholders in the Agility and Mission & Movement directorates, to ensure the voice of those facing complex and vulnerable situations is integrated within all areas of the organisation.

  • Collaboration with Local CAP Workers; amplifying the consistent voice of Enhanced Support through training and information sharing. 

• External reporting

  • Oversight of the net promoter scores and outcomes for vulnerable clients; contributing to the content of the annual Consumer Duty report and the Foreseeable Harm risk register, representing Enhanced Support in this area.

• Mitigate risk by:

  • Proactively identifying and managing risks associated with supporting vulnerable clients, including financial, reputational, and safeguarding risks. Maintain robust processes and procedures to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and internal policies.

• Foster a healthy team culture within their immediate team and across the department through 

  • Regular and effective stand-ups and team meetings, which include connections with Local CAP workers.

  • Encouraging engagement with wider CAP life and relevant regional events.

  • Monitoring, sharing and taking action based on the available data sources 

  • Bringing encouragement and challenge based on CAP’s cultural values, capturing and celebrating moments of faith.

• Champion the value of personal development by

  • Onboarding new staff and supporting them through their probation and sign-off process through regular reviews and goal-setting 

  • Facilitate team member engagement with CPD training and invest in long-term development through annual appraisals and development reviews 

  • Invest in their own personal development and attend relevant training within Service Delivery and across CAP

• Staff wellbeing 

  • Oversight of approvals for Service Delivery clinical supervision referrals.

  • Coordination of peer reflective practices groups with external providers.

• Strategic Direction

  • Proactivity in seeking out and encouraging continuous improvement, showing the ability to lead through change, leading to service improvements. To be available for general queries, strategic oversight and advice on operational impact during preparation and implementation of new processes and policy updates.

  • Work to empower Debt Advisors to feel confident in managing enhanced support cases to meet the demands of our target clients needs

• Any other tasks relating to these or other operational functions of the charity that are seen as necessary by your line manager

Skills required

• Confident decision maker

• Excellent communication at all levels

• Ability to produce excellent results through the use of team dashboards

• Ability to lead a team in actively promoting the cultural values of CAP

• Ability to develop strengths and skills in others

• Ability to challenge poor performance

• Ability to prioritise time, tasks and attention effectively in a pressured environment

• Able to hold a good balance between detail and the ‘big picture’

• Good strategic insight and understanding of organisational aims

• Ability to collaborate across teams and departments

• High emotional intelligence and ability to understand the human factors involved in the role

• Capable of maintaining own emotional wellbeing

• Skilled in techniques that assist in team strategy e.g. problem definition, ideation, LEAN methodologies

Experience:

Essential

• Experience of delivering results in a service based environment

• Experience of having to work using your own initiative

• Experience of supporting vulnerable people

• Experience in a safeguarding coordination role 

• Experience of leading and managing a team of staff

Desirable

• Experience of working within Service Delivery, and CAP debt help procedures

• Experience of leading a safeguarding or vulnerable client project. 

• Experience of leading teams to meet key objectives or targets

• Mental health first aid training or similar experience

Culture

Working at CAP is more than a job; it’s a commitment to a community and movement. We believe that a healthy culture is the fuel for our mission. This means we prioritise spiritual rhythms in our week—including dedicated time for morning prayer, worship, and team huddles. We are a 'joy-filled' office, which means we celebrate every win, from a client becoming debt-free to a colleague’s personal milestone. We expect our team to be 'all in'—not just in their tasks, but in contributing to a supportive, laughter-filled, and prayerful environment.

CAP is a mission-driven, fast-paced, and deeply relational environment. You will find a culture that prioritises:

• Spiritual Rhythms: We start our days with prayer and worship, staying connected to our 'Why.'

• Celebration: We are 'Debt-Free' obsessed. We ring bells, share stories, and celebrate transformation.

• Collaborative Bravery: We tackle big problems (like UK poverty) by working across teams and daring to try new things.

• Inclusive Belonging: We want you to bring your whole self to work, knowing you are valued for who God made you to be.

Christian Commitment

• The candidate must be able to give both verbal assent to and practical demonstration of Christians Against Poverty’s Statement of Faith 

• Must be able to actively participate in prayer and worship, whether individual, small group or corporately, as an expression of one's own personal faith and in line with CAP’s Statement of Faith.

All adults working in or on behalf of CAP have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults. This includes:

• A responsibility to ensure a safe environment in which CAP services can be delivered. 

• Identifying children and adults where there may be safeguarding concerns.

• Following the CAP Safeguarding policy in addressing any concerns appropriately.

Other Responsibilities

• Being willing to pray with each other and fully engaged with our Christ-centred culture.

• Encouraging friends, family and other contacts to support the charity through the Life Changer programme and other fundraising initiatives.

• Attending annual CAP staff conferences and team revive days.

• Completing all compulsory CAP training within given timescales.

• This role falls within the scope of the FCA’s conduct rules, and you will be provided with training as to how these apply to the role. It is your responsibility to ensure that you follow these conduct rules.

The above job profile is a guide to the work you may be required to undertake but does not form part of your contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances.

Educational requirements

• A levels or equivalent 

The General Manager is responsible for the day-to-day leadership, operational management and financial performance of Vision 21 Gloucestershire.

The postholder will oversee the delivery of the charity's trading, environmental and community programmes, ensuring they operate effectively, safely and sustainably. They will lead staff and volunteers, manage operational budgets and resources, and ensure the charity's projects achieve their agreed objectives and impact.

The role combines commercial management of Reclaim Furniture Reuse and the local council bulky waste contract, with oversight of Vision 21's wider programmes, including ‘The Greenhouse’ (charity office and community space), Libraries of Things, Repair Cafés, community growing projects and other sustainability initiatives.

Working closely with the CEO, the General Manager will translate the charity's strategy into effective operational delivery, ensuring the organisation remains financially resilient and community focused.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Lead the day-to-day operation of Vision 21 Gloucestershire.
• Implement organisational objectives and annual plans agreed with the CEO and Trustees.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination across all projects.
• Develop and improve operational systems, processes and procedures.
• Monitor organisational performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Preparing annual operational plans
• Reporting KPIs to Trustees
• Supporting business development
• Identifying new income opportunities
• Support the CEO and Trustees through preparation of operational reports, risk registers, policies and annual planning.

Reclaim Furniture Reuse & Trading Operations

• Lead the successful operation and development of Reclaim Furniture Reuse.
• Grow the revenue via new revenue streams including online sales
• Manage the Cheltenham Borough Council bulky waste collection contract.
• Maximise sales, reuse rates, customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
• Develop volunteer involvement, marketing and online sales opportunities.
• Oversee stock management, logistics, deliveries and collections.
• Ensure the successful relocation and operation of Reclaim at its new premises.

Staff and Volunteer Management

• Line manage operational staff and project coordinators.
• Recruit, support and develop staff and volunteers.
• Conduct supervision, appraisals and performance management.
• Foster a positive, inclusive and high-performing organisational culture.
• Ensure appropriate volunteer recruitment, training and retention systems are in place.

The Greenhouse and Community Programmes

• Oversee the operation and utilisation of The Greenhouse.
• Support the delivery of events, room hire and community activities.
• Ensure funded projects are delivered to agreed outputs and outcomes.
• Oversee the Libraries of Things, Repair Café network and community growing projects.
• Support the development of new programmes, partnerships and earned income opportunities.

Financial Management

• Manage operational budgets and expenditure.
• Work closely with the Treasurer, bookkeeper and CEO to monitor financial performance.
• Produce management information and operational reports.
• Ensure robust financial controls and procedures are maintained.
• Contribute to annual budgeting and financial planning.

Health, Safety and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with health and safety, employment, environmental and charity regulations.
• Maintain organisational policies, procedures and risk assessments.
• Oversee safeguarding, volunteer management and insurance requirements.
• Protect the charity's assets, reputation and operational resilience.

Partnerships and Community Engagement

• Build and maintain positive relationships with partners, funders, local authorities, businesses and community organisations.
• Represent Vision 21 at meetings, events and networking opportunities.
• Support the CEO in developing strategic partnerships and opportunities.

Person Specification

Essential

• Autonomous self-starter: Capable of managing daily operations and executing the strategic plan independently with minimal oversight from the Board.
• Significant experience managing operations, teams or projects.
• Experience managing staff and volunteers.
• Strong financial and commercial awareness.
• Experience managing budgets and organisational performance.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to work strategically whilst remaining hands-on and practical.
• Commitment to environmental sustainability and community development.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience within the charity, social enterprise or community sector.
• Experience in retail, reuse, circular economy or waste reduction activities.
• Experience managing contracts or service delivery.
• Knowledge of health and safety and compliance management.
• Experience working with trustees, governance structures or boards.

Key Relationships

The General Manager will work closely with:

• CEO (strategic leadership, fundraising and organisational development)
• Board of Trustees
• Treasurer and Finance Volunteers
• Reclaim staff and volunteers
• Project Coordinators
• Cheltenham Borough Council
• Funders and community partners

Success Measures

The postholder will be expected to:

• Maintain financial sustainability across operational activities.
• Successfully manage Reclaim's relocation and performance.
• Grow volunteer recruitment and retention.
• Increase utilisation and income generation from The Greenhouse.
• Deliver funded project outputs and outcomes.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and compliance.
• Support the long-term growth and resilience of Vision 21 Gloucestershire.

Students’ Union UCL is an organisation that exists to make more happen. We are the representative body for University College London’s (UCL) students, one of the most diverse student communities in the world.  Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students’ unions in the UK and the world.  We aim to build a vibrant and empowered student community with real influence in UCL and beyond, that enables students to enjoy their time at university; pursue their interests and passions; see the world in new ways; and develop the skills and experience to change the world for the better.

We are a registered charity employing over 150 career staff and 300 student staff, delivering a wide range of services and representative functions for UCL students. We have the widest portfolio of services of any student organisation in the country, managing UCL’s extracurricular programmes for sport, music, drama, dance, media, volunteering, academic societies and intercultural engagement; providing a wide range of fantastic social spaces; leading on student democracy and representation across UCL; and offering excellent student support services.

It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL’s groundbreaking Student Life Strategy. This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students’ mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students’ skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community.

We  provide excellent benefits including defined benefit pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. We are proud of high levels of staff engagement and pride ourselves on being a great place to work. We will consider applications to work on a flexible and job share basis wherever possible. 

The Deputy Fitness Centre Manager is a role that is largely based on site (80:20 split) and the post holder will work a minimum of 14 hours per week at front of house, leading delivery. Shift patterns and start times will be dependent on the needs of the business. This will mean occasions when late, early and weekend work will be required. Shift location will vary between our sites. Provided staffing needs are met, the role holder will be able to work from home one day per week

The Deputy Fitness Centre Manager is responsible for the operational management of TeamUCLGyms, ensuring all members have an excellent user experience across all sites. They have oversight of operational procedures, ensuring best practice and adherence to health and safety standards. They will lead from the front, ensuring fitness programming, exercise classes and personal training are of an exceptional standard. We pride ourselves on our inclusivity, and our ability to cater to all experience level and this role will help create an environment that is welcoming for all our site users.

We are looking for a Supporter Engagement Manager to drive growth in the Individual Giving programme through a mix of acquisition and retention campaigns.

This is a hybrid role with 3 days a week in the North London office. The team can consider 4 or 5 days a week.

The Charity
A warm and collaborative hospice, with an incredible office in a beautiful nature reserve. The team are on site with patients and community they support and it is a warm, collaborative space. The team of 40 raise c£4.7m.

The Role:
With support from the Head of Supporter Engagement and the SE Officer, you would develop and deliver the annual Individual Giving programme including acquisition and retention activities.

With support, produce annual Individual Giving budgets and monitor performance against agreed targets on a rolling basis.

Manage the Door-to-Door Supporter recruitment campaign and the external F2F agency relationship.

Take responsibility for growing the Lotteries programme through a rolling programme of promotions to existing and potential Supporters.

Lead on digital campaigns to recruit and retain new supporters.

Line manage the Supporter Engagement Officer, who oversees primarily challenge events activities.

The Candidate:
Demonstrable experience of successfully managing Individual Giving and Supporter stewardship programmes and budgets.

Demonstrable experience of developing and delivering digital campaigns, supporter segmentation strategies and working with a CRM.

*Please note applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis.*

The hospice offer fantastic benefits including:

12 weeks full pay, followed by 14 weeks half pay. Paternity leave: 3 weeks full pay (statutory qualifying & length of service applies). Additionally, they offer five paid leave for miscarriage and two days for a partner.
Salary sacrifice scheme offering the opportunity to purchase a bike and accessories, with tax free payments spread over a period of time.
Employees with caring responsibilities entitled to two days paid carers leave, to support a dependant.
Flexible working opportunities are available to staff dependent on the Charity's needs.
Free local parking, and discounted lunches.
Each employee receives suitable training and development opportunities.
Life Assurance (Death in Service), equal to annual salary.
Blue Light card offering discounts at various popular brands and stores.
Up to 6% matched pension

IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you haven't been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

Senior Young Dads Worker (Neurodiverse)

About NEYDL

North East Young Dads and Lads (NEYDL) was founded in 2017 and has grown rapidly to become one of the UK’s most recognised organisations supporting young dads, men aged 25 and under in a fathering role. Our vision is for young dads to be valued and supported as parents. In 2024/25 we supported 217 young dads directly and achieved 100% satisfaction among the young dads we work with.

We are a non-judgmental organisation built on mutual trust, respect and honesty. Many of our staff are young dads themselves or have lived experience relevant to the communities we serve.

About this role

We use the term ‘young dads’ to refer to young dads, expectant dads and non-birthing partners aged 25 and under. This includes people within this age bracket who self-identify as father figures, including kinship carers and non-birthing partners.

We use the term ‘neurodiverse’ as an inclusive term covering young dads who are autistic, have ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia or other forms of neurodivergence, whether formally diagnosed, self-identified or awaiting assessment. We recognise that neurodivergent young dads can face additional barriers in accessing parenting support, including in how services are structured, communicated and delivered, and that these barriers are often compounded by stigma, exclusion or a lack of appropriate adjustment.

This is a dedicated role to ensure neurodivergent young dads can access the high quality support NEYDL offers, and that our wider service offer is genuinely accessible to them. You will provide direct, adapted support to neurodivergent young dads, while also building NEYDL’s organisational understanding of how to work effectively and inclusively with this group.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a motivated and experienced worker with a genuine understanding of neurodivergence and its impact on young fathers, and the ability to adapt support, communication and activities accordingly. You will be a confident networker, able to build relationships with both young dads and the services and organisations that support neurodivergent people across the North East.

We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of neurodivergence, either personally or as a parent or carer of a neurodivergent child, and from people with lived experience of young fatherhood.

What we offer

NEYDL is a close, inclusive and supportive team that actively invests in the development of its staff. We are a non-judgmental organisation built on mutual trust, respect and honesty. If you join us, you will be part of a team that genuinely believes in what it does.

In addition, we offer:

• 7.2 weeks’ annual leave per year (pro rata), inclusive of statutory and public holidays

• 5% employer pension contribution

• A flexible hybrid working arrangement

• Regular supervision and fortnightly team meetings

• Funded professional development and training

• Mileage paid at 55p per mile for business travel

How to apply

To apply, please send your CV (no more than four pages, including two references who can be contacted if successful) and either:

• A covering letter of no more than two sides of A4 (Arial, size 12)

• Or a video of no more than four minutes

In your application, please address:

• What excites you most about this role and how it connects to your skills and experience, bearing in mind the person specification

• What relevant lived experience you would bring to this role

• What experience of engaging with neurodivergent young people, families or communities you would bring to this role

Applications must be received by midnight, Sunday 16 August. 

Shortlisting: 17 & 18 August. Interviews: Friday 21 August.

NEYDL is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from people with lived experience relevant to the communities we serve.

Help build a future where our ocean and sea turtles thrive

The Olive Ridley Project is a UK-registered international conservation charity dedicated to protecting sea turtles and their habitats through rescue & conservation medicine, scientific research, education & community engagement.

Since our founding in 2013, we've grown into a leading voice for sea turtle conservation, delivering programmes across the Maldives, Kenya, Oman, Pakistan, and the Seychelles. We operate one of the largest sea turtle photo-identification databases in the Indian Ocean, provide specialist veterinary care to injured sea turtles at three clinical facilities in the Maldives, and work with governments, communities, and businesses to create lasting conservation impact.

As we enter an exciting new phase, we're looking for an experienced fundraiser to help strengthen and diversify our income so we can achieve even more.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious fundraiser who is ready to take the next step in their career.

You may already be working as a Senior Fundraising Manager, or perhaps you're an experienced Corporate Partnerships, Trusts or Major Donor fundraiser looking for your first broader fundraising leadership role.

Working closely with our CEO, you'll help deliver our fundraising strategy while remaining hands-on in securing income from corporate partners, trusts and foundations, and major donors. A particular focus will be developing our corporate partnerships programme and building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with businesses.

As our fundraising function continues to grow, you'll have genuine opportunities to shape our approach, influence strategic decisions, and expand your own responsibilities.

About you

We're looking for someone who is ambitious, proactive, and passionate about building meaningful relationships.

You'll bring:

• A successful track record of securing significant income through one or more fundraising disciplines.
• Experience developing corporate partnerships and/or securing funding from trusts, foundations, or major donors.
• Excellent relationship management, communication, and proposal writing skills.
• Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders and supporters.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work independently in a fully remote team.
• A desire to develop professionally while making a meaningful contribution to an ambitious conservation charity.

Why join us?

This is a chance to play a key role in an ambitious international charity where your work will directly support the protection of threatened sea turtles and their ocean habitats.

You'll join a passionate, collaborative international team and have the opportunity to help shape the future of fundraising within a growing organisation.

We offer

• Salary up to £38,000 per annum depending on experience.
• Fully remote working within the UK.
• Flexible working arrangements, 37.5 hours per week.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Employer pension contribution.
• Opportunities for occasional UK and international travel.
• A supportive international team committed to making a lasting conservation impact.
• The opportunity to help protect threatened sea turtles and the marine ecosystems they depend on.

For full details about the role, responsibilities, benefits, and recruitment process, please read the Candidate Information Pack before applying.

This post is subject to a standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

The Olive Ridley Project is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Policy and External Affairs Assistant
£32,477 pa plus excellent benefits
London WC1 and home-based
35 hours per week, full-time 

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) is seeking an organised and proactive Policy and External Affairs Assistant to support the delivery of our influential policy, public affairs and external engagement work across the UK.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the College’s Policy and External Affairs Department, providing vital administrative and project support across three key teams: Health Policy, Policy and Public Affairs (Devolved Nations), and Media and Public Affairs. Working at the heart of the College’s policy and advocacy activity, you will help ensure that the voices of paediatricians and children’s health professionals are heard and reflected in national policy development.

Reporting to the Policy Manager, you will play a central role in supporting committees, coordinating member engagement activities, managing communications and assisting with policy projects. You will work closely with senior officers, committee chairs, members and colleagues across the College to help deliver high-quality policy and public affairs activity that supports better health outcomes for children and young people.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the administration of policy and public affairs committees, including preparing agendas, papers, minutes and action logs
• Providing guidance and administrative support to committee Chairs, Officers and members
• Responding to member enquiries and correspondence through desk-based research and liaison with policy colleagues and subject experts
• Supporting policy projects, task and finish groups, events and stakeholder engagement activities
• Coordinating and administering the Policy and External Affairs member insights network, including communications, database management and event support
• Assisting with the development, review and maintenance of College policy position statements and consultation responses
• Supporting the drafting and publication of policy updates, reports and briefing materials
• Preparing reports for committees and Executive Committee meetings
• Supporting College Officers and senior stakeholders with administrative and project-related activities
• Coordinating eBulletins, member communications and digital content across multiple channels
• Managing and updating policy and public affairs content on the RCPCH website

Essential skills and experience include:

• Degree-level qualification or equivalent relevant professional experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong report-writing abilities
• Strong research skills with the ability to analyse, summarise and present complex information clearly
• Experience working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders and teams
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to maintain high levels of accuracy when handling information, data and documentation
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships and communicate effectively at all levels
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Strong administrative skills and a proactive, solutions-focused approach to work

Desirable:

• Experience working within child health, healthcare, membership organisations or professional bodies
• Formal project management training or experience supporting projects
• Experience using customer relationship management (CRM) databases and/or finance systems

The RCPCH sets and maintains standards for the education and training of all doctors working in paediatrics and child health in the UK. We advocate on child health issues at home and internationally. Additionally, through a variety of activities, the College influences the quality of medical practice for children in hospital and in the community.

The RCPCH has more than 25,000 members and fellows worldwide and employs around 200 staff. Most staff are based in our London office in Holborn, with teams also working across the devolved nations.

Our values — Include, Influence, Innovate and Inspire — guide how we work together. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from candidates with protected characteristics. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are under-represented at this level of the organisation.

The College operates a flexible and modern hybrid working policy, with colleagues spending 40% of their working time in the office over a four-week cycle and the remainder working from home.

The RCPCH is committed to safeguarding the children, young people and adults it has contact with. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Employment is subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. If you are interested, please submit your application as soon as possible.

Closing date: 16 August 2026
interview date: w/c 1 September 2026

Students’ Union UCL is an organisation that exists to make more happen. We are the representative body for University College London’s (UCL) students, one of the most diverse student communities in the world.  Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students’ unions in the UK and the world.  We aim to build a vibrant and empowered student community with real influence in UCL and beyond, that enables students to enjoy their time at university; pursue their interests and passions; see the world in new ways; and develop the skills and experience to change the world for the better.

We are a registered charity employing over 150 career staff and 300 student staff, delivering a wide range of services and representative functions for UCL students. We have the widest portfolio of services of any student organisation in the country, managing UCL’s extracurricular programmes for sport, music, drama, dance, media, volunteering, academic societies and intercultural engagement; providing a wide range of fantastic social spaces; leading on student democracy and representation across UCL; and offering excellent student support services.

It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL’s groundbreaking Student Life Strategy. This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students’ mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students’ skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community.

We provide excellent benefits including defined benefit pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. We are proud of high levels of staff engagement and pride ourselves on being a great place to work. We will consider applications to work on a flexible and job share basis wherever possible. 

The Deputy Fitness Centre Manager is a role that is largely based on site (80:20 split) and the post holder will work a minimum of 14 hours per week at front of house, leading delivery. Shift patterns and start times will be dependent on the needs of the business. This will mean occasions when late, early and weekend work will be required. Shift location will vary between our sites. Provided staffing needs are met, the role holder will be able to work from home one day per week. They will utilise customer feedback and insight on our target market, to optimise our service.

The Deputy Fitness Centre Manager is responsible for maximising the number of students using TeamUCL Gyms and ensuring all members have an excellent user experience. They have oversight for the holistic member journey including promotion, joining, induction and retention. Ensuring both the digital and in-person experience exceeds member expectations. They will have autonomy to be agile and responsive to member needs, adapting the customer journey to the changing needs.

Hybrid – within commuting distance of one of our campuses in Beckenham, Blackburn, Birmingham, Bradford, Bristol, Doncaster or Redcar

Lead communications and engagement for a nationally influential organisation transforming teacher and leader development.

About us

The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) has an unswerving commitment to high-quality, evidence-informed teacher education and is on a mission to improve the quality of teacher and leader development across the system.

About the role

The National Institute of Teaching is looking for an exceptional Head of Communications and Engagement to lead how we tell our story, build our reputation and deepen our relationships across the education sector. Guided by our belief that teaching is a fundamental societal good, a privilege and a responsibility, this is a senior, strategic role at the heart of an ambitious organisation working to improve the quality of teacher and leader development at system level. You will shape a clear and compelling organisational narrative, lead integrated communications and engagement activity, and act as the NIoT’s main link with the press, ensuring our voice is credible, consistent and influential with schools, trusts, policymakers, partners, funders, journalists, the media and the wider public.

You will bring outstanding judgement, creativity and communication expertise, with the ability to translate complex ideas into messages that move people to understand, trust and act. Working closely with the Executive Director of Partnerships, the CEO and senior colleagues across research, programmes, recruitment marketing, impact and policy, you will help position the NIoT as a distinctive, evidence-informed and school-led organisation with growing national reach and influence.

This is a hybrid role, with an expectation that the postholder will work from the office at least once a fortnight, and more frequently where required to meet business needs. The role also involves national travel, which may include overnight stays.

What we’re looking for:

• A senior communications and engagement professional with significant experience of strategic leadership, ideally in education, public policy, charity, higher education or another mission-led environment.
• Exceptional written, verbal and editorial skills, with a talent for conveying complex, evidence-informed ideas clearly, accurately and compellingly for different audiences.
• Proven ability to develop organisational narratives, lead brand and reputation activity, and maintain clear, consistent messaging across channels and teams.
• Strong PR and press experience, including media relations, journalist engagement, press office processes, handling enquiries, drafting press statements and identifying proactive opportunities to build profile and influence.
• The confidence and credibility to advise senior leaders, influence colleagues, manage sensitive issues and represent the organisation externally.
• A collaborative, values-led leader who can build a high-performing team, strengthen ways of working and support colleagues to communicate with clarity and confidence.
• A commitment to inclusive, accessible and audience-centred communications that help the NIoT reach diverse school communities and national audiences.

Key benefits

• Generous annual leave – 27 days’ holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays), rising to 33 days after five years’ service.
• Flexible working – we offer flexible start and end working times, with hybrid working in place for all roles.
• Pension – entry to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Salary sacrifice schemes – we offer salary sacrifice schemes for bikes, cars and tech!
• Lifestyle benefits – we offer discounts on gyms, cinema, retail and much more!
• Parenthood leave – we offer above the statutory minimum for maternity, adoption and paternity leave.
• Working environment – we have a stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of like-minded professionals.
• Support – our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provides confidential support for employees on personal or work-related matters.
• Development – we fully support the development of our staff and ensure that you have a high level of continuous professional development.

We think a wide range of different work and educational experiences could support you to be successful in this role. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities.

For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page.

Closing date: 31 August 2026.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

As a condition of employment, this post requires a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) with a Children’s Barred List Check and an Occupational Health Check.

As a Solutions Architect at our charity, you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing technology solutions that support our mission and strategic goals.

With the continued implementation of our new Salesforce CRM, you will ensure its successful integration and optimisation while also overseeing the architecture of other critical technologies across the organisation.

This role requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills to drive innovation and efficiency.

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 model:

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:

We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

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. Greyscale copies of the recruitment pack are also available on request.

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.

Acceptable use of AI:

At Battersea, we value expertise. We recognise each candidate that applies to us will have a range of expertise they can offer us, so we want to hear about this in your own words. We understand the support that generative artificial intelligence (AI) software can offer but it can also lead to numerous applications presenting as generic and impersonal. This makes it difficult to gain understanding of your unique experience.

To best showcase yourself, we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI. If you require the use of AI software to aid in completing your application, we ask you use the generative responses as a prompt for writing your answers and avoid copying and pasting. You must also ensure the information presented in your application accurately reflects your experience.

Closing date: 6th August 2026
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.

Interview date(s): To be confirmed

For more information about the role, please download our Recruitment pack.

Since 1892, Birmingham Dogs Home has been rescuing, reuniting and rehoming dogs across the West Midlands. Each year, thousands of dogs receive the second chance they deserve thanks to the kindness and generosity of our supporters and volunteers.

As we prepare to celebrate our 135th anniversary, we're looking for an enthusiastic Volunteer Coordinator to help shape and grow our volunteer programme across our Solihull and Wolverhampton centres.

Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. In this role, you'll recruit, support and inspire people who generously give their time to help dogs in our care. From welcoming new volunteers and coordinating training to building relationships with local organisations and supporting corporate volunteering days, you'll play a key role in creating a positive and rewarding volunteering experience.

Working closely with the Head of Income Generation, you'll lead the day-to-day delivery of our volunteer programme, helping to ensure our volunteers feel valued, supported and equipped to make a real difference.

About You

We're looking for someone with experience of coordinating or managing volunteers, who enjoys working with people and building lasting relationships.

You will be organised, confident in managing a varied workload and comfortable working across multiple sites. You will enjoy motivating others, bringing people together and finding practical solutions that help both volunteers and colleagues.

An excellent communicator, you will build relationships with a variety of stakeholders, whether you're welcoming a new volunteer, supporting an existing team member or developing partnerships with local organisations and businesses.

Most importantly, you'll understand the value that volunteers bring to Birmingham Dogs Home and be passionate about creating an environment where they feel appreciated and motivated to continue making a difference.

In return, we offer:

• Two weeks' free dog boarding
• 25% discount on veterinary treatment
• Free on-site parking
• Life assurance
• BHSF Health Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension contribution
• Ongoing CPD and development opportunities

If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference and help people change the lives of homeless dogs every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Job purpose

To lead and manage the DadVocates project, a four-year National Lottery-funded programme training volunteer young dads as peer advocates for young fathers in children’s social care proceedings; delivering professional training to social workers; and working towards the embedding of father-inclusive practice across children’s social care teams in five local authorities.

Hours - Full-time (35 hours per week), Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, with some evening and weekend working expected to meet the needs of the project

Location - Hybrid, with travel across the North East required and activity based in Middlesbrough, Hartlepool, Gateshead/Newcastle and County Durham

Key responsibilities

1. Project management

•Take day-to-day responsibility for the management and delivery of the DadVocates project across all strands of activity

•Manage the project budget, monitor expenditure and liaise with the CEO and Finance Officer

•Update and maintain NEYDL’s Evaluation Framework with DadVocates-specific indicators and methodologies within the first two months of the project start date

•Ensure the project meets its funder milestones and KPIs, maintaining accurate records of outputs and outcomes

•Produce quarterly progress reports for internal review and contribute to annual funder reports

•Commission and manage the external evaluator for the four-year evaluation

•Identify and escalate risks and challenges to the CEO, recommending solutions

2. Steering Committee

•Chair and manage the project Steering Committee, which meets every two months and comprises young dads, NEYDL frontline staff, the safeguarding lead, social work professionals and academic partners

•Induct Steering Committee members, including young dads, into their roles, providing tailored support to ensure they can contribute confidently alongside professionals

•Use Steering Committee meetings to review progress, identify challenges and agree recommendations for the next period of delivery

3. Co-creating the DadVocate training programme

•Work with training and research providers, young dads and Steering Committee members to co-create a 100-hour peer advocacy training programme for volunteer DadVocates

•Deliver the DadVocate training programme alongside NEYDL staff and delivery partners

•Lead annual reviews of the training programme and update content in response to learning and feedback

4. Managing and supporting volunteer DadVocates

•Recruit and train 10 young dad volunteers per year (40 over four years), all with lived experience of young fatherhood 

•Provide ongoing mentoring, supervision and wellbeing support to all active DadVocate volunteers: at least 50 hours per volunteer per year

•Set clear objectives for each volunteer, conduct regular appraisals and team meetings, and support their professional development and progression

•Recognise that DadVocates are young dads with lived experience rather than professional backgrounds, and provide the high level of structured support this requires, including supporting them to navigate professional environments with confidence

•Support the progression of volunteers into employment, further training and community leadership roles

5. Matching DadVocates with young dads in CSC proceedings

•Build and maintain referral pathways with social services, midwifery, Family Nurse Partnerships, Family Hubs and other local networks across target local authorities

•Match 100 young dads over four years with a volunteer DadVocate (10 in year 1, rising to 40 in year 4)

•Work closely with NEYDL’s Senior Young Dads Workers, who hold cases, to coordinate peer advocacy support within CSC proceedings

•Maintain oversight of active advocacy arrangements, ensuring DadVocates are appropriately supported and that safeguarding obligations are met at all times

•Engage directly with young dad beneficiaries through steering committee meetings, evaluation sessions and project learning events

6. Professional training for social workers

•Co-create professional training content with social workers and young dads on the Steering Committee, drawing on national research and NEYDL’s practice experience

•Deliver half-day induction training to 15-20 social workers per local authority at the outset of each area’s involvement, co-facilitated by young dads or DadVocate volunteers

•Deliver annual refresher training in each local authority

•Facilitate quarterly case review and learning meetings with social workers in each local authority, involving DadVocate volunteers

•Co-design guidance on what father-inclusive practice looks like within children’s social care teams, with social workers and young dads (first version in year 2; updated version in year 4)

•Organise and host two information-sharing events for social care professionals in years 2 and 4 (approximately 100 professionals per event)

7. Monitoring, evaluation and learning

•Coordinate data collection with young dads, DadVocate volunteers and social workers using NEYDL’s evaluation tools and new instruments co-designed for this project

•Produce annual evaluation reports and disseminate learning through NEYDL’s wider networks, events and conferences

•Share learning through stakeholder events, professional networks and NEYDL’s regular sector-facing activity

8. Safeguarding

•Ensure robust safeguarding arrangements are in place for all project activity, particularly for DadVocate volunteers operating within CSC proceedings

•Work closely with NEYDL’s Safeguarding Lead to ensure policies and protocols relevant to the project are current, understood and followed by volunteers and partners

•Act as first point of contact for safeguarding concerns arising within the DadVocates project

9. Collaboration and partnerships

•Work closely with NEYDL’s Senior Young Dads Workers as case holders, ensuring a joined-up and consistent approach to supporting young dads involved in the project

•Build and maintain relationships with academic, statutory and voluntary sector partners

•Work with the Business Development Manager to help secure longer-term Local Authority funding for DadVocates, using evidence of impact from the project to support conversations with Local Authorities and expand the project’s reach beyond the areas and targets in the original funding bid

•Represent NEYDL and the DadVocates project at external meetings, networks and conferences

•Contribute to NEYDL’s wider communications and engagement activity

10. Other

•Deputise for the CEO as required

•Report to the Board of Trustees in person or in writing on a quarterly basis as required

11. Standard clauses

•The post holder must carry out their responsibilities at all times with due regard to NEYDL’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion strategy, policy and statement, and Safeguarding Policy

•The post holder is responsible for ensuring that policies and procedures relating to health and safety in the workplace are adhered to at all times

•The post holder must respect the confidentiality of data stored electronically and by other means, in line with NEYDL’s Data Protection Policy

•This role requires satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance prior to appointment

•This job description is not exhaustive. NEYDL reserves the right to reasonably add to or revise it at any time in agreement with the post holder.

About Manx National Heritage

Manx National Heritage (MNH) is the Isle of Man’s national heritage charity and the custodian of some of the Island’s most significant cultural, historic and natural assets. The organisation cares for nationally important heritage sites, extensive museum collections, archives and landscapes, preserving and promoting the Isle of Man’s unique heritage for current and future generations. Through conservation, education, public engagement and cultural services, MNH plays a vital role in protecting the Island’s heritage while contributing to its prosperity, identity and quality of life.

About the Role

As Head of Finance, Governance & Corporate Services, you will be a key member of the senior leadership team, providing strategic financial leadership to support the long-term sustainability of the organisation. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will oversee all aspects of financial management, governance and corporate services, ensuring robust financial controls, effective decision-making and compliance with charity and regulatory requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance leader to combine strategic thinking with operational delivery, helping to safeguard the future of a respected heritage charity while supporting its charitable, educational and cultural objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the organisation’s finance function, ensuring the delivery of high-quality financial services.
• Develop and implement financial strategies that support organisational sustainability and growth.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and end-to-end cashflow management.
• Produce accurate and timely financial reports, management accounts and statutory returns.
• Ensure robust financial controls, risk management processes and regulatory compliance are maintained.
• Provide strategic financial advice and insight to the Chief Executive, Board and senior leadership team.
• Support organisational decision-making through effective financial analysis and performance monitoring.
• Lead on governance matters, ensuring compliance with charity, legal and regulatory obligations.
• Oversee corporate services functions and contribute to the effective management of organisational resources.
• Manage, develop and support finance managers and their teams, fostering a high-performing finance function.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, processes and reporting, including the effective use of financial management software.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of organisational strategy and business objectives.
• Promote value for money, operational efficiency and long-term financial resilience across the organisation.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, auditors and funding bodies.