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ALDER HEY CHILDRENS CHARITY

Job title: Philanthropy Assistant

Salary: £26,848 - £31,439

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Location: Mix of home working and office based (office is at Alder Hey, Liverpool). Hybrid working available.

About us

Alder Hey Children’s Charity raises vital funds to help make Alder Hey Children’s Hospital a truly world-class, patient-friendly hospital for the 450,000 patients and families we care for every year.

The charity helps to fund a range of activities and projects that are designed to enhance and improve the lives of our amazing young patients. This includes the funding of specialist medical equipment to ensure our brilliant surgeons and clinical staff have the most up to date and cutting edge technology available and funding hi-tech distraction equipment designed and proven to reduce pain and anxiety in our patients. We also fund a range of programmes and special projects such as our ward musicians, our on-site magician and the play specialists we have on every ward.

About this role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Philanthropy Assistant to join the Charity team here at Alder Hey, the UK’s busiest Children’s Hospital.

The postholder will work closely with the Philanthropy Support Lead to provide operational support and administration for the team, including events, donor meetings and visits, mailings, prospect research, data and use of the charity CRM (Salesforce).

We’re looking for a flexible team player with previous administration experience. You’ll also be self-motivated, proactive, detail-oriented and great at building relationships. If you’re excited by the sound of this, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities will include:

Events 

• Support the delivery of events; from individual visits and tours of the hospital for donors, private dinners, through to larger events such as Gala Balls. 

• Build strong relationships with colleagues and clinicians in the Trust to support, coordinate and plan tours and events. 

• Greet and steward visitors to the hospital and guests at our events.

• Help to prepare event briefings for Charity and Trust colleagues, so that all participants understand their role and contribute effectively. 

Administration, Processes and Data 

• Provide administration support for the philanthropy team ensuring all work is of a high standard, professional and accurate. 

• Writing and sending out personalised letters and cards. 

• Diary management, minute taking and meeting organisation. 

• Keeping the charity’s supporter database accurate and up to date. 

• Support with preparing data for philanthropy mailings and event invite lists.

• Use the CRM to support with the delivery of the Mid Value Programme. 

• Undertake prospect research, ensuring all processes are compliant with our privacy policy, data protection legislation and prospect research best practice. 

Other Duties  

• Be an outstanding advocate for Alder Hey Children’s Charity in line with the core values of the organisation. 

• Be an active and supportive member of the Alder Hey Children’s Charity team, contributing to the team’s development and working collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers.

• Attend and support events run by fundraising teams where required, including occasional out-of-hours working. 

• Gain and maintain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the charity’s work, priorities and future plans. 

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information.

Our Values

At Alder Hey Children’s Charity, our values guide how we work. Being courageous, working together, showing passion and embracing creativity enables us to support the hospital in delivering the very best care for young patients and their families.

Courage

We try new things, take risks and innovate. We speak up, take accountability and act with responsibility.

Together

We work as one team, sharing knowledge and learning. We partner with patients, families, supporters and colleagues.

Passion

We are passionate about what we do and inspire others.

Magic

We are creative, fun and child-led, creating special moments and going the extra mile.

Additional Information

In April 2025, the charity adopted a four-day working week policy. Staff previously working 37.5 hours now work 30 hours across four days, maintaining full pay while supporting a better work-life balance.

This job description outlines the general nature of the role and is not exhaustive. It may be subject to change in line with organisational needs.

Alder Hey Children’s Charity will make reasonable adjustments where required and is committed to equal opportunities and safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

The post holder will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure check.

How to apply

You can apply by clicking the link below. Applications must include your CV and a covering letter (no more than one side of A4) which answers the following questions:

· How do you meet the person specification? If you don’t exactly meet all of the role requirements but have transferable skills please do consider applying and provide details as part of your answer.

· Why do you want to work for Alder Hey?

Additional information is included within the Job Description and Person Specification. 

Closing date: Monday 3 August 2026

Interviews will be held in person at Alder Hey on Thursday 13 August

Calcot, Reading 

£13.87 per hour (£15.26 at weekends)

Contract Type: Full Time (42 hours per week)

Working Pattern: Days, Weekends

Hours: Three consecutive days on with three consecutive days off, 6 weeks rolling rota

You must hold either The Care Certificate or a minimum of Level 2 NVQ in Health and Social Care.

Friends of the Elderly (FotE) is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to providing excellent care with a family feel, we have been supporting older people for over 120 years. The charity provides care home and day care services for older people, as well as grants for older people in financial difficulty.

About Friends Place, Calcot

Recently opened in July 2025, Friends Place, Calcot is more than just a care home - it is a vibrant, welcoming community designed to provide exceptional residential, dementia, and respite care.

Run by Friends of the Elderly, where we pride ourselves on delivering personalised, compassionate care in a state-of-the-art facility.

Located in the heart of Calcot, Reading, our home features:

· A cinema for residents to enjoy movie nights and entertainment.

· A stylish salon offering professional pampering.

· A peaceful tea room for reflection or a chat with friends.

· A vibrant bar for socialising and relaxation.

The modern facilities are designed to create a warm and homely environment where residents feel safe, valued, and supported.

We are recruiting for a Care Assistant to join the team.

Joining us as a Care Assistant, you will help our residents with various tasks including:

· Personal care.

· Companionship.

· Meal preparation.

· Mobility.

· Keeping care records up to date.

We would like our Care Assistant to join us with at least 6 months experience in a care home environment. Empathetic and respectful, self-motivated and flexible, you will be a team player who is always willing to go the extra mile, enabling our residents to lead fulfilled lives.

We would like you to have a real passion for care. Someone who sees this as an opportunity to build solid relationships with our residents, to allow them to live well in later life by putting them at the heart of all that you do.

This isn’t just a job; it’s about making a difference to older people’s lives every day.

Why Join Friends of the Elderly?

· Heritage of Care: Work with a trusted organisation backed by over a century of expertise.

· Non-Profit Mission: Be part of a charity that prioritises people, not profit. While we take a commercial approach to our work, we are not for profit and we are committed to our charitable values.

· State-of-the-Art Facilities: Lead a cutting-edge care home designed for comfort and community.

· Professional Development: Access training and career development opportunities.

Make Your Mark

This is a unique opportunity to shape the culture and success of a brand-new care home, leaving a lasting impact on residents’ lives and the community.

In return for your hard work and dedication, you can look forward to a wealth of benefits:

· Group Pension Plan, with a 6% contribution from us.

· Generous annual leave.

· Wellbeing support through various initiatives, including an employee assistance programme.

· Learning, development, and progression opportunities.

· Monthly prize draw, with 3 prizes to be won.

· Retail discount schemes to make your salary go further.

· Access to loans at affordable rates, saving directly from salary and advance pay already earned.

· Health cash plans for you and your family.

· Cycle to work scheme.

· Long service awards that increase with length of service.

· Refer a friend to work for us and receive a £200 bonus.

· Uniforms are provided

· Free DBS checks.

Safeguarding:

Keeping everyone safe is one of the charity’s core values and is central to everything we do at Friends of the Elderly. All staff follow our Safeguarding Policy & Procedures and, if they see or suspect abuse, we expect staff to report it straight away.

Criminal record checks:

As this role involves a regulated activity, successful applicants will undertake an enhanced DBS check, with barred lists check, and any offer of employment will be dependent on a satisfactory outcome.

Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar a person from working for us, this will depend on the circumstances and background of any record.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:

Friends of the Elderly strives to treat all staff equally and be a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone can be themselves and everyone accepts each other’s differences. A charity where everyone is equal but definitely not the same.

Our ambition is to ensure equality and celebrate diversity, all working together to create an inclusive workplace, which attracts and retains the best people. People that care and can make a difference.

We currently do not provide sponsorship but we welcome applications from those who have a right work in the UK.

Don’t delay in sending your application as we may need to close the vacancy early if we manage to appoint before the advertising closing date. We interview applicants as they apply.

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 team with good results across the board – increasing income by over £1 million every year since 2023, a big part of which has been due to the huge growth of virtual challenges.  We are thrilled at the impact this will have for families affected by prostate cancer and are therefore excited to be expanding the Events & Community team again with this new role. 

The Supporter Engagement Assistant will be at the frontline of our virtual challenges stewardship, supporting a rapidly growing supporter base and delivering exceptional supporter experiences.  The role is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, is highly organised and is eager to develop within a supportive and ambitious fundraising team.

While your focus will be on virtual challenges, you will also gain exposure to the wider Public Fundraising portfolio, with full training and support provided.

Key Responsibilities

Supporter Care & Engagement

· Be the first point of contact for virtual challenge fundraisers, responding to enquires on email, SMS, social channels and phone within agreed timescales

· Manage supporter relationships and high-quality fundraiser journeys using PCR’s systems and tools, providing thoughtful stewardship that builds long term loyalty

· Work with the team to continuously improve supporter experience using feedback and data

· Create and maintain FAQs, supporter resources and fundraising materials

· Monitor acquisition advertisements and appropriately respond to comments

Administration and database

· Manage stock, including sharing data with our fulfilment house, sending merchandise and replenishing materials

· Process supporter and financial data accurately, including coding and tracking income & expenditure

· Support database administration in line with data protection needs

Teamwork

· Actively contribute to meetings, sharing new ideas and learnings

· Work with the team to embed our ‘agile’ ways of working, where we all take collective responsibility for the team’s goals and work together to achieve them

· Be flexible in busy times, getting involved with other projects and tasks across Public Fundraising team as needed

· Attendance will be required at some weekend and evening events, for which TOIL will be given

Skills and Competencies

Our ideal candidate would have the following:

· A willingness to get stuck in, proactive problem-solving skills and lots of initiative. 

· Very good written and verbal communication skills – the ability to communicate clearly, empathetically, and professionally with a diverse range of people, particularly supporters and patients

· Very good attention to detail (e.g. with data entry tasks) and good IT skills (e.g. web applications and file systems)

· Excellent organisation skills and an ability to identify the best use of time to complete day-to-day tasks. 

· Work effectively individually and as part of a team

· A belief in PCR’s work, goals and our values: innovation, collaboration, accountability and empathy.

Desirable:

· Demonstrable or transferable experience of an administrative or support role, within an office environment

· Experience working with a CRM system and Microsoft 365 applications (Word, Excel, Outlook etc.)

· A good understanding or interest in events & community fundraising activities

· Ability to handle and process financial transactions

· Knowledge of the Fundraising Code of Practice and data protection principles (including GDPR & confidentiality)

· Experience assisting with event administration or logistics

· Experience using social media and digital communication tools (e.g. Miro/MURAL, Canva etc)

How To Apply

 Please apply by submitting your CV and a short supporting statement (maximum 600 words) by 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 two-stage interview process. The first interview will be online w/c 3rd August, and the second interview w/c 10th August will be an in-person interview at our offices in London.

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Natalie Robertson, the hiring manager (details provided in full job spec attached).

For more information about our organisation, visit the Prostate Cancer Research website, the Prostate Progress webpage and our 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.

Care Assistant (Nights) 

Calcot, Reading 

£15.26 per hour

Contract Type: Full Time (42 hours per week)

Working Pattern: Nights

Hours: 12 hour shifts, 8 pm to 8 am working on rolling rota of 3 consecutive days on and 3 consecutive days off

You must hold either The Care Certificate or a minimum of Level 2 NVQ in Health and Social Care.

Friends of the Elderly (FotE) is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to providing excellent care with a family feel, we have been supporting older people for over 120 years. The charity provides care home and day care services for older people, as well as grants for older people in financial difficulty.

About Friends Place, Calcot

Recently opened in July 2025, Friends Place, Calcot is more than just a care home - it is a vibrant, welcoming community designed to provide exceptional residential, dementia, and respite care.

Run by Friends of the Elderly, where we pride ourselves on delivering personalised, compassionate care in a state-of-the-art facility.

Located in the heart of Calcot, Reading, our home features:

· A cinema for residents to enjoy movie nights and entertainment.

· A stylish salon offering professional pampering.

· A peaceful tea room for reflection or a chat with friends.

· A vibrant bar for socialising and relaxation.

The modern facilities are designed to create a warm and homely environment where residents feel safe, valued, and supported.

We are recruiting for a Care Assistant to join the team.

Joining us as a Care Assistant, you will help our residents with various tasks including:

· Personal care.

· Companionship.

· Meal preparation.

· Mobility.

· Keeping care records up to date.

We would like our Care Assistant to join us with at least 6 months experience in a care home environment. Empathetic and respectful, self-motivated and flexible, you will be a team player who is always willing to go the extra mile, enabling our residents to lead fulfilled lives.

We would like you to have a real passion for care. Someone who sees this as an opportunity to build solid relationships with our residents, to allow them to live well in later life by putting them at the heart of all that you do.

This isn’t just a job; it’s about making a difference to older people’s lives every day.

Why Join Friends of the Elderly?

· Heritage of Care: Work with a trusted organisation backed by over a century of expertise.

· Non-Profit Mission: Be part of a charity that prioritises people, not profit. While we take a commercial approach to our work, we are not for profit and we are committed to our charitable values.

· State-of-the-Art Facilities: Lead a cutting-edge care home designed for comfort and community.

· Professional Development: Access training and career development opportunities.

Make Your Mark

This is a unique opportunity to shape the culture and success of a brand-new care home, leaving a lasting impact on residents’ lives and the community.

In return for your hard work and dedication, you can look forward to a wealth of benefits:

· Group Pension Plan, with a 6% contribution from us.

· Generous annual leave.

· Wellbeing support through various initiatives, including an employee assistance programme.

· Learning, development, and progression opportunities.

· Monthly prize draw, with 3 prizes to be won.

· Retail discount schemes to make your salary go further.

· Access to loans at affordable rates, saving directly from salary and advance pay already earned.

· Health cash plans for you and your family.

· Cycle to work scheme.

· Long service awards that increase with length of service.

· Refer a friend to work for us and receive a £200 bonus.

· Uniforms are provided

· Free DBS checks.

Safeguarding:

Keeping everyone safe is one of the charity’s core values and is central to everything we do at Friends of the Elderly. All staff follow our Safeguarding Policy & Procedures and, if they see or suspect abuse, we expect staff to report it straight away.

Criminal record checks:

As this role involves a regulated activity, successful applicants will undertake an enhanced DBS check, with barred lists check, and any offer of employment will be dependent on a satisfactory outcome.

Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar a person from working for us, this will depend on the circumstances and background of any record.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:

Friends of the Elderly strives to treat all staff equally and be a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone can be themselves and everyone accepts each other’s differences. A charity where everyone is equal but definitely not the same.

Our ambition is to ensure equality and celebrate diversity, all working together to create an inclusive workplace, which attracts and retains the best people. People that care and can make a difference.

We currently do not provide sponsorship but we welcome applications from those who have a right work in the UK.

Don’t delay in sending your application as we may need to close the vacancy early if we manage to appoint before the advertising closing date. We interview applicants as they apply.

Care Assistants (Female Applicants)

Haslemere, Surrey

Hourly Pay: £13.72 to £15.26 (Days) £15.09 to £15.26 (Nights)

Contract Type: Permanent – Full and Part Time (Nights) available

Working Pattern: Days + Weekends, Nights

Days: 3-5 days per week working alternate weekends (36 hours)

Nights: 2 nights per week (24 hours)

Friends of the Elderly (FotE) is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to providing excellent care with a family feel, we have been supporting older people for over 120 years. The charity provides care home and day care services for older people, as well as grants for older people in financial difficulty.

Redcot, specialising in residential care, is set in the delightful town of Haslemere, Surrey. Overlooking beautiful gardens and surrounded by countryside, much of which is owned by the National Trust, Redcot is blessed with a unique, tranquil setting.

We are looking for caring and compassionate Care Assistants to join our dedicated team to support our residents to live happy, fulfilling, and independent lives through high quality, person centred care. 

Please note: These roles are normally open to applicants of all genders. However, as the role involves providing personal care to predominantly older women, and in line with residents’ preferences, we are currently seeking female applicants as a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Key Responsibilities 

· Provide personal care and support in line with individual care plans.

· Assist residents with washing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility. Support residents with eating and drinking where required.

· Carry out regular welfare and safety checks throughout the night. (Nights role)

· Respond promptly to call bells and residents' requests for assistance. (Nights role)

· Support residents who may be anxious, unsettled, or require reassurance during the night. (Nights role)

· Promote dignity, choice, independence, and wellbeing at all times.

· Build positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues.

· Encourage residents to participate in activities and maintain their hobbies and interests.

· Observe and report any changes in residents' physical or emotional wellbeing.

· Maintain accurate care records and documentation.

· Follow safeguarding, infection control, health and safety, and company policies.

About You

We are looking for kind, patient, and compassionate individuals with a genuine desire to support older people. A good communicator, you’ll have a positive and professional attitude and be committed to providing person centred care that promotes dignity, choice, and independence.

Previous care experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.

Enhanced Role Opportunity – Medication Technician (desired for this role)

For those wishing to develop their skills, there is the opportunity to undertake an enhanced Medication Technician role, with additional pay following successful completion of training and competency assessments.

This isn’t just a job; it’s about making a difference to older people’s lives every day. 

Why Join Friends of the Elderly? 

· Heritage of Care: Work with a trusted organisation backed by over a century of expertise. 

· Non-Profit Mission: Be part of a charity that prioritises people, not profit. While we take a commercial approach to our work, we are not for profit and we are committed to our charitable values. 

· State-of-the-Art Facilities: Lead a cutting-edge care home designed for comfort and community. 

· Professional Development: Access training and career development opportunities. 

Make Your Mark 

This is a unique opportunity to shape the culture and success of a brand-new care home, leaving a lasting impact on residents’ lives and the community. 

Rewards and Recognition

We really value the hard work and commitment of all of our staff, and offer:

· Learning, development, and career progression.  

· Wellbeing support through various initiatives including an employee assistance programme offering up to 10 counselling, 4 life, 4 leadership, 3 financial coaching sessions per person, per issue, per year.  

· Retail discount schemes to make your salary go further.  

· Access to loans at affordable rates, saving directly from salary and advance pay already earnt.  

· Health cash plans for you and your family.  

· Cycle to work scheme.  

· Long service awards, that increase with length of service.  

· Refer a friend to work for us and receive a £200 bonus.  

· Group Pension Plan, with a 6% contribution from us.  

· Paid breaks in our care homes and day care services for care staff.  

· Free DBS checks.  

Safeguarding:

Keeping everyone safe is one of the charity’s core values and is central to everything we do at Friends of the Elderly. All staff follow our Safeguarding Policy & Procedures and, if they see or suspect abuse, we expect staff to report it straight away.

Criminal record checks:

As this role involves a dealing with vulnerable adults, successful applicants will undertake an enhanced DBS check, and any offer of employment will be dependent on a satisfactory outcome.

Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar a person from working for us, this will depend on the circumstances and background of any record.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:

Friends of the Elderly strives to treat all staff equally and be a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone can be themselves and everyone accepts each other’s differences. A charity where everyone is equal but definitely not the same!

Our ambition is to ensure equality and celebrate diversity, all working together to create an inclusive workplace, which attracts and retains the best people. People that care and can make a difference.

We currently do not provide sponsorship but we welcome applications from those who have a right work in the UK.

Don’t delay in sending your application as we may need to close the vacancy early if we manage to appoint before the advertising closing date. We interview applicants as they apply.

Please refer to the job description upon submitting your application.

We are looking for a Care Assistant who is dedicated to providing personalised support to our residents, always delivering care with empathy, respect and kindness. This role will cover the twilight shift.
  
Rate of pay: £13.41 to £13.62 per hour
 
Working pattern: 12 hours per week, 3 shifts over 7 days. Our twilight shifts run from 6:00pm to 10:00pm, including some weekends and bank holidays.
 
 Please note that we are currently only able to consider applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas at this time. As this role is on-site, you will need to live within a commutable distance to the Care Home. 
 
 Key responsibilities of the role:

- Assist with personal care and daily routines of residents
- Ensure residents' comfort and dignity at all times
- Support with mobility, nutrition, and medication as needed
- Create and maintain a safe and welcoming environment
- Maintain accurate care records
- Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare professionals

You will have outstanding people skills, a friendly and positive attitude. We will provide the necessary support and training you need to thrive. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

Employee benefits include:

- 22 days’ paid holiday plus bank holidays pro rata, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Generous pension contributions, with employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%, depending on length of service
- Additional rates for nights, bank holidays and overtime
- Flexible hours to suit your needs
- Affordable and quality meals at reduced cost
- Free on-site parking
- Free enhanced DBS check
- Uniform provided at no cost
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Exclusive retailer discounts on popular brands
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives

Halsey House is set in the popular seaside resort of Cromer, on the Norfolk coast, set in a beautiful historic building which was used as a hospital in the First and Second World Wars. A place where ex-servicemen and women and their spouses can feel completely at home, providing care for those who have served in the Armed Forces and their dependents. We provide nursing, residential and day care, as well as specialist dementia care. As part of our award-winning team, you will receive full support with training and personal development.

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

We’re expanding our team and looking for both full time and part time Night Care Assistants to join us at Mais House.

As a Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering compassionate care to our residents, many of whom have served in the Armed Forces.

Your responsibilities will include assisting with personal care, supporting residents with their daily routines, and ensuring their comfort and dignity at all times. You will help with mobility, nutrition, and medication as required, and will work closely with colleagues to provide a safe, welcoming environment. Maintaining accurate care records and communicating effectively with residents, families, and healthcare professionals will also be an essential part of your role.

Please note that we are unable to accept applications from overseas candidates who require sponsorship. All candidates must have a valid Right to Work in the UK.

We welcome applications from candidates looking for both full time and part time opportunities, with shifts worked on a rolling rota across Monday to Sunday.

Shift pattern:

- 8:00pm – 8:00am

Flexible working hours can be discussed at interview stage.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about delivering excellent care, putting people at the heart of everything they do. While an NVQ Level 2 qualification is desirable, we are happy to support you in achieving this if you are committed to progressing your career. A generous pension scheme and access to our Employee Assistance Programme are just some of the additional benefits you’ll enjoy as part of our team.

This is your chance to join a supportive, values-driven team and make a positive difference to the lives of those who have served. Your dedication will ensure their contributions are never forgotten.

What we offer:

- 22 days of paid annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata if part time)
- Generous pension with employer contributions up to 14% (salary sacrifice options available)
- Life assurance of 3 times your salary
- Enhanced sick pay
- Paid carers and dependents leave
- DBS checks covered by us
- Free parking
- Access to internal and external learning and development opportunities
- Rewards hub with exclusive discounts

Apply now to become part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
For more detailed information about the role, please see the job description attached to our direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

We're hiring:

Finance Assistant

Salary: £31,022 full time per year (£21,272 pro rata for part time)

Hours: Part-time - 24 hours per week 

Contract: Permanent, with a six-month probationary period

Location: Remote working or hybrid (as preferred)

Closing date: Tuesday 21 July 2026, 5.00pm

Interview date: Thursday 30 July 2026

About the role

Church Action on Poverty is a small, national charity working alongside people in poverty to build dignity, agency and power, and to end poverty in the UK. We're looking for a Finance Assistant to join our friendly finance team and help keep our organisation running smoothly.

You'll maintain accurate financial records, support colleagues across the country with day-to-day finance queries, and help our Finance Manager keep our systems and processes in good shape. It's a varied, hands-on role at the heart of a movement working to end poverty.

What you'll be doing

● Keeping our financial systems accurate and up to date through careful record-keeping.

● Providing day-to-day financial support to colleagues across the organisation.

● Supporting the Finance Manager to develop and maintain financial systems and processes.

● Processing invoices, reconciling accounts and bank statements, and recording income using Quickbooks and Salesforce.

● Supporting expense tracking, reporting and grant administration for our programmes.

What we're looking for

Someone organised, methodical and comfortable working with numbers, who wants to use their finance skills for a cause that matters. Experience with Quickbooks or similar accounting software and databases is a real advantage, as is a genuine interest in our mission to end poverty.

Why join us

● 25 days' annual leave pro rata, plus statutory holidays.

● 10% employer pension contribution (with a 5% employee contribution).

● Fully funded cash-plan health insurance for you and your dependants.

● Flexible, remote working or if you prefer hybrid working between home and our Manchester office.

How to apply

Please apply by completing our application form. Full details of how to apply are included in the pack.

Closing date: Tuesday 21 July 2026, 5.00pm

Interviews: Thursday 30 July 2026

Successful candidates will already have the right to live and work in the UK without restrictions.

Church Action on Poverty is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, particularly from people with lived experience of poverty.

At Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA), we enrich lives through the unique bond between people and horses. Each year, we support over 39,000 disabled children and adults through activities including riding, carriage driving, and equine assisted programmes such as Quiet Corners and Tea with a Pony. We are pioneers in the therapeutic use of horses, leaders in disability sport, and the only major UK charity focused specifically on the health and wellbeing benefits of bringing people and horses together.

We welcome people of all ages and abilities, including those with physical and learning disabilities, sensory impairments, long-term health conditions, and neurodiversity. With 24% of the UK population classified as disabled, we make a lasting impact through the therapeutic power of horses.

We are looking for an Equine Care Assistant to help us continue our work at Lowlands Equestrian Centre, in Warwickshire. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Equine Care Assistant

Reports to:  Centre Manager

Based at: Lowlands Equestrian Centre, Warwickshire

Hours: Full Time 40 hours – Sunday to Thursday

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £27,436

Role Purpose

The Equine Care Assistant supports the day-to-day care and management of equines, ensuring high standards of welfare, cleanliness, and organisation across the yard and Centre. The role involves practical hands-on duties and contributing to the efficient running of daily routines.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Equine Care

· Carry out routine yard duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organised environment.

· Undertake mucking out, ensuring stables are hygienic and comfortable.

· Provide and distribute hay and feed as directed.

· Undertake general field maintenance, including poo picking to support pasture hygiene and safety.

· Assist with grooming of horses to maintain health and presentation.

· Clean and maintain tack and equipment to a high standard.

· Exercise the equines to keep them at appropriate fitness levels required for their workload

Horse Preparation

· Prepare horses for sessions, including:

o Grooming and basic health checks

o Tacking up and untacking

o Ensuring horses are ready and suitable for their planned activities

Routine Oversight

· Follow and support established daily routines for feeding, turnout, and stable management.

· Monitor horses for any changes in behaviour, condition, or health and report concerns promptly.

· Assist in maintaining consistency in care routines across the yard.

 

General Support

· Work collaboratively with the wider team to ensure efficient yard operations.

· Maintain high standards of health and safety at all times.

· Support additional equine-related tasks as required.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

· Basic experience working with horses in a yard environment.

· Knowledge of standard yard duties and equine care practices.

· Confidence in handling horses safely.

· Ability to carry out physically demanding tasks.

· Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions.

· Good awareness of health and safety in an equine setting.

Desirable Criteria

· Relevant equine qualification or training (e.g., BHS Stage 1 or equivalent).

· Experience preparing horses for lessons, therapy sessions, or similar activities.

· Understanding of equine behaviour and basic health indicators.

Personal Attributes

· Positive and hardworking attitude.

· Attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards.

· Team player with good communication skills.

· Calm, patient, and welfare-focused approach to working with horses.

· Willingness to learn and develop skills

Harris Hill is delighted to be partnering with a fantastic national charity in their search for a Gifts in Wills and Supporter Care Assistant

This is an exciting role and if you have experience of Supporter Care within a charitable organisation then this will be an ideal opportunity to not only continue your journey in fundraising but also to learn more about this vital source of income.

Key responsibilities:

As Gifts in Wills and Supporter Care Assistant, you will provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Gifts in Wills fundraising programme. You will deliver high-quality supporter care by managing enquiries via phone, email and events, processing donations, Gift Aid, invoices and financial reconciliations. You will support legacy administration, reporting, data management, proofreading and the production of fundraising communications, including the charity's quarterly newsletter.  You will also maintain and develop Gifts in Wills information, reporting documents and supporter journeys, assist with marketing activities, collaborate with regional teams to promote Gifts in Wills at events, and provide cross-team support and cover to ensure the effective delivery of Individual Giving and Legacy fundraising activities.

To be successful, you will need or need to be: 

• Excellent verbal communication and phone manner and confident in communicating with a wide range of people at all levels.
• A keen eye for detail and to ensure high standards whilst working under pressure.
• Excellent time management and organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and to work to deadlines.
• Ability and experience of using databases or similar systems.

Salary:£32,929 per annum

Permanent, Full-time (35 hours)
Location: London with hybrid working (minimum of 2 days in the office).

Deadline: Friday 17th July at 9am.

Application Process – CV and supporting statement

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Hours: Full time

Pay: Up to £27,980 GBP gross per annual (dependent on experience)

Duration: Permanent

Right to work: Applications for work in the UK can only be accepted from people with an existing right to work in the UK

Location: UK-Med Office, Manchester, UK with hybrid working available

Programme Assistant to support coordination of capacity building and training for Emergency Medical Teams, and humanitarian and academic partners.

The key objective of UK-Med’s training and capacity building capability is to work with colleagues, members, partners, stakeholders and national health staff to strengthen response skills in order to enable Emergency Medical Teams and wider health services to be better prepared for emergencies. Integral to this is to ensure that the professionals who deliver UK-Med’s responses are well prepared, know what to expect, and deliver the best possible responses, resulting in positive health outcomes for the patients and communities we serve.

The Programme Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of high-quality Capacity Building and Training to internal and external audiences, with a key focus on supporting activities to ensure that preparation and training of UK-Med’s global workforce, comprising Core Staff and a Register of approximately 1,400 healthcare professionals worldwide runs smoothly.

Working under the guidance of the Programme Manager and closely with the rest of the Learning & Capacity Building team, the Programme Assistant will support and coordinate the delivery of high-quality capacity building and training interventions in line with UK-Med’s vision for our digital, in-person and simulation-based training capability.

The ideal candidate for Programme Assistant is someone passionate about Learning and Development and capacity building for humanitarian programming with excellent attention to detail, strong administration skills as well as skills in training coordination and effective communication. The role requires an organised and consistent approach to meeting team priorities and deliverables.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits in a supportive work environment, with the opportunity to contribute significantly to humanitarian efforts through your role.

How to apply

We strongly recommend that you read theCandidate Information Pack - Programme Assistant - Training before applying for this role.

To apply, please submit a current CV and answer the application questions

Please apply through our online jobs portal, as soon as possible no later than Wednesday 15th of July 2026

This role is based in the UK, and applications are accepted only from candidates with the right to work in the UK.

UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.

UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.

Help us achieve our vision that fewer people die by suicide.

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Every gift in a Will and every donation made in memory of a loved one helps ensure Samaritans can continue to be there for people when they need us most. We're looking for an organised, compassionate and proactive Fundraising Assistant to join our Legacy & In Memory Team and play a vital role in ensuring our supporters receive exceptional stewardship throughout their journey with Samaritans.

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This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll be working closely with colleagues, volunteers and supporters and help build meaningful relationships while managing important data and administrative processes that underpin our legacy and in-memory fundraising programme.

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Whether you already have experience in fundraising, marketing or supporter care, or you're looking to develop your skills in these areas, this is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine difference while building your career with a charity that saves lives every day. If you're a confident communicator with great attention to detail and a passion for delivering excellent supporter experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

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Contract terms:

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• £16,800 - £18,000 (£28,000 - £30,000 FTE) per annum, plus benefits
• Permanent
• 21 hours per week (part-time)
• We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences
• Hybrid, linked to our Ewell (Surrey) office
• We value meeting in person and working collaboratively. We work in person around 2 days or more per month
• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro-rata)

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What you'll be doing:

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• Supporting with the development of campaigns and appeals.
• Assisting the delivery of inspiring supporter journeys for individual supporters, including thanking and stewardship processes.
• Coordinating supporter communications and follow data processes to support the programme and ensure consistency.
• Coordinating team financial procedures.

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What you’ll bring:

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• Great communication and organisational skills
• Confidence using IT software including Microsoft Office.
• Experience of serving customers and/or supporters.
• Experience using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) databases and managing financial processes would be beneficial, but training will be provided.
• Knowledge of any of the following areas would be beneficial but training will be provided: fundraising, marketing, gifts in wills and in-memory giving.

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For full details, please see the Job Description and Person Specification

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Why Samaritans?

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At Samaritans, you’ll join a values-led organisation with a powerful mission. You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team where your voice matters, your expertise makes a difference, and your work helps save lives.

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We offer flexible hybrid working, great benefits, and the chance to make a tangible difference in suicide prevention across the UK and Ireland. To find out more about Samaritans, please read our recruitment brochure.

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We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the people we support and who support us. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and walks of life. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels seen, heard and supported, at all levels of the organisation.

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Apply now

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If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we’d love for you to apply. You will be asked to answer some short application questions and to upload your CV. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.

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Applications close: 09:00am on 23rd July 2026

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Online Interviews: w/c 3rd August

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At Samaritans, human connection is at the heart of everything we do. 

We do not use AI at any stage during the selection process. Your application will always be carefully reviewed by the recruiting manager or a member of the Talent Attraction Team. 

We kindly ask that you avoid using AI tools to generate your application or interview answers. We want to hear your own ideas, insights, and writing style so your unique strengths can shine through. We recognise that some candidates may use assistive technology or tools to help with accessibility, structure or grammar. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Fundraising and Marketing Assistant will play a pivotal part in advancing Off The Records (OTR) fundraising and marketing strategies. As OTR continues to grow, this position will be instrumental in expanding our online presence and ensuring we connect with a broad audience, including young people, families, professionals, and supporters of our mission. It’s an ideal opportunity for someone who is both creative and analytical, skilled in producing compelling content and using data to amplify digital impact. This role would suit someone who ideally has previous charity experience, can take initiative, think proactively, and confidently manage projects independently – qualities that are especially important in our small, dedicated team.

You’ll work on a wide range of projects, creating engaging content that aligns with OTR’s brand and values across our website, social media, and email campaigns. This includes developing multimedia content (including graphics, videos and blogs) to promote our work and highlight our impact in the local community.

From a fundraising perspective, you will support our fundraising activities and ensure efficient administration using the ‘Donorfy’ database. This includes leading on the stewardship of donors and community fundraisers, managing our fundraising CRM database, and working on small and medium-sized trust and grant applications. You’ll also support digital campaigns and new initiatives, to encourage sustained support for our work. You’ll directly help to secure the financial support needed to expand OTR’s services and reach more beneficiaries. In addition, you’ll analyse the performance of our digital channels – interpreting website analytics, social media metrics, and email campaign results – to provide recommendations that enhance our communications strategies and ensure ongoing impact.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and passionate team. If you’re a skilled communicator driven by purpose, enjoy creating compelling digital content, building strong relationships with individuals, and using data to inform creative strategies, this could be the role for you.

JOB PURPOSE

The Fundraising and Marketing Assistant will play a key role in implementing OTR’s fundraising and marketing strategies. The role involves planning, creating, curating and managing high-quality digital content across our website, social media platforms and email marketing campaigns. Furthermore, you will support key areas of our fundraising strategy, including trust and grant applications, horizon scanning and ensuring excellent fundraising administration across all areas of activity.

This position is instrumental in supporting the Head of Fundraising in developing and strengthening OTR’s income streams and increasing awareness of OTR’s services through effective communications. 

SPECIFIC ROLE DUTIES

Supporting the fundraising strategy

• Support OTR’s donor and community fundraiser stewardship, through excellent communication and effective relationship management.

• Support the implementation of fundraising communications across channels.

• Support with small to medium size trust and grant applications, including horizon scanning.

• Support the stewardship of small and medium-sized trusts and foundations including scoping, applications, reporting and funder management.

• Create engaging content and campaigns to drive income generation.

• Help build the small pool of regular donors.

 

Website and CRM maintenance

• Work with OTR’s Head of Fundraising, Administrative Team Leader and web developer to update and enhance the OTR website.

• Monitor website performance, user engagement and SEO trends, suggesting and

implementing improvements to enhance user experience and visibility.

• Ensure our CRM (Donorfy) is utilised effectively to record, monitor and report on fundraising activity and income.

Social media

• Work collaboratively with the team, to contribute to OTR’s social media presence, by creating and scheduling engaging, accessible, and informative content that resonates with our audience and supports OTR’s mission.

• Identify new opportunities to grow OTR’s social media reach, building awareness of our services, fundraising and outreach work.

• Regularly report on social media performance, using insights to inform future content and strategy.

• Utilise paid ads to support activity, where relevant.

Email marketing

• Manage the planning, creation, and delivery of OTR’s quaterly email marketing campaigns, including newsletters, fundraising initiatives and service information and signposting.

• Ensure all email communications are engaging, well-structured, and in line with OTR’s brand and tone of voice.

• Assist in the promotion of key OTR events.

• Manage and grow OTR’s email marketing lists, ensuring they are up to date and GDPR compliant.

• Track and analyse the performance of email campaigns, providing reports and insights to the Head of Fundraising.

Content creation

• With support from the Youth Participation Officer and Youth Board, create engaging, accessible, and informative content for OTR’s digital channels, including the website, social media and email marketing.

• Develop multimedia content (for example, videos and graphics) to enhance OTR’s

communication methods and increase engagement.

• Contribute to blogs, news articles and case studies that highlight OTR’s work, impact and achievements in the sector.

Brand and tone of voice

• Ensure that all digital content aligns with OTR’s brand, tone of voice and style,

maintaining a cohesive and recognisable identity across all platforms.

• Promote OTR as the leading place to turn to for support, ensuring that our content

reflects our professionalism, reputation and expertise.

Analytics and reporting

• Use analytics tools to track the performance of OTR’s digital communications, including website traffic, email engagement and social media reach.

• Provide regular reports on digital performance to the Head of Fundraising, including insights and recommendations for improvement.

• Provide regular reports from the CRM and other online fundraising platforms to the

Head of Fundraising.

Promote

• Promote OTR as an exceptional and specialist charity.

Equality and diversity

• Promote good equality practice and play a key role in ensuring equality of opportunity in the workplace.

• Observe all relevant law relating to equality of opportunities.

• Encourage a working atmosphere where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Any other duties

• The post-holder will work collaboratively with all OTR Trustees, staff and volunteers to provide a seamless service.

• Any other duties commensurate with the post.

We’re an award-winning charity running local learning centres in the heart of the communities where the young people we support live. Our centres provide a high-impact education programme which includes practical learning support, pastoral care, and motivational and confidence-building activities for young people aged 7-18. Our aim is to enable students from the least advantaged neighbourhoods to realise their ambitions and achieve their wonderful potential.

As the UK’s leading university access organisation, our staff team is helping over 60,000 young people each year at its 46 learning centres across England and Scotland, and we plan to scale-up our provision over the coming years.

We are looking for a high-calibre candidate to join as Office Manager and Executive Assistant. You will be the main point of contact for our Senior Management Team, Trustee Board and Advisory Panel members and have the inside track on how the charity plans and implements both its strategic growth and its day-to-day operations. You will also act as Office Manager in our Head Office, and be part of our Facilities Team supporting our sites across the network.

The role is challenging and varied. You will work with a wide range of our stakeholders, both internally and externally, taking a professional yet friendly approach – you will have strong interpersonal and communication skills. You will have excellent organisational and analytical skills and be able to demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, excellent written skills and will be highly efficient. You will need to be able to gain the respect required to act as the voice of the CEO.

The role at a glance

Contract: Part-time (30 hours per week), permanent

Start date: September 2026 (or as otherwise agreed with candidate)

Working hours:

30 hours per week (typically 4 days per week, 09:00 to 17:30, but alternate patterns can be discussed with candidates)

We are a delivery organisation providing frontline educational services for young people. Our Head Office team is based on the site of our North Kensington centre in West London. We are an organisation with team members at different stages of their career, including many in their first roles: we are committed to nurturing talent and providing a developmental culture for all. 

Role is mainly office-based, with the opportunity to work from home one day per week.

Salary: £40,000 per annum pro rata (including £2,800 London contribution)
Pro-rated salary for 30 hours per week (0.8 FTE) is £32,000 per annum

Location: IntoUniversity Head Office, 95 Sirdar Road, London W11 4EQ

Annual leave: 

Full-time staff entitlement, pro-rated for part-time staff:
33 days (inc bank & public holidays) 
+ 3 closure days (two in December and one in July) 
+ additional length of service entitlement
(one day per year of service, up to 5 days)

Application deadline: 9am Monday 27th July 2026