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Battersea is seeking a Service Improvement Manager for a one-year opportunity leading meaningful change in our London cattery. This is an ideal role if you’re ready for a career change and want to make a real difference.
Our London cattery cares for over 130 cats every day, supported by a dedicated team of more than 45 colleagues working seven days a week across intake, welfare, and rehoming. Working closely with behaviour, clinical, and foster teams, the centre successfully rehomes at least 1,000 cats each year, offering a rewarding environment for anyone who wants to see the direct impact of their work.
We are now looking for an experienced leader to review how our service operates and improve the flow and efficiency of our processes. You’ll lead a programme of service evaluation and continuous improvement, driving practical changes that deliver better outcomes for cats and a more engaging experience for our teams. This role could be a great fit if you’re motivated by making a difference through improvement.
Reporting to the Head of Centre Operations and working closely with the London Centre Manager, you’ll shape and deliver improvements that align with Battersea's culture and long-term ambitions. This role combines strategic thinking with operational leadership, requiring someone who can bring people on the journey and embed lasting change.
You don’t need an animal welfare background, we welcome candidates from sectors such as health and social care, retail, or customer service. What matters is your ability to lead change, improve services, and your enthusiasm for making a positive impact. This role is a great opportunity for someone who loves animals and is looking for something more meaningful in your next role.
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:
- 36 days of annual leave (inclusive of 8 days Bank Holiday leave allowance) per year for full time employees (pro-rated for part-time employees).
- 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.
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.
Working with our animals:
Working with our rescues is a very rewarding experience. Your work plays a vital role in giving our dogs and cats a chance at finding their forever home. Everyday will be different and will come with its own unique challenges. We are looking for people with the resilience and adaptability to handle all aspects of this role. It is important to note that the role does involve a lot of physical tasks which are required to provide the exceptional standards of care to our animals.
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: 18th June 2026. Shortlisting will take place on 19th June.
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): First Stage Interview (Online): 23rd June 2026. Second Stage Interview (In-Person): 30th June 2026
For more information about the role, please download our Recruitment pack.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Domestic Abuse Refuge Service Manager to join our Domestic Abuse Social Care Service in Tower Hamlets. No personal care or experience required, just the right values.
£40,000.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.
Want to feel valued? You'll feel at home here.
Our benefits include:
- Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
- Free DBS
- A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x pensionable salary (T&Cs apply)
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
What you'll do:
This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead
Service Leadership and Operational Management
- Lead the day-to-day delivery of the refuge service, ensuring a safe, high-quality, trauma-informed environment for women and children fleeing domestic abuse.
Safeguarding, Risk and Safety Management
- Oversee the completion and quality assurance of customer risk assessments, individual safety plans, and support plans to ensure they remain person-centred, responsive, and outcome-focused.
Staff Leadership and Performance Management
- Provide strong and effective leadership to the refuge team, creating a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture focused on delivering excellent customer outcomes.
Quality Assurance, Partnerships and Service Development
- Work collaboratively with the Head of Service and Quality team to ensure the service consistently delivers excellent standards of support, achieves compliance requirements, and embeds best practice across all areas of delivery.
Compliance and Professional Practice
- Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with organisational policies, procedures, legislation, and professional standards.
About you:
Knowledge and Experience
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of domestic abuse and Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), including the impact on women, children, and families.
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed services.
- Strong risk assessment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, particularly in relation to safeguarding and high-risk cases.
About us
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
Are you an experienced fundraising professional with a passion for creating meaningful impact?
At NYAS (National Youth Advocacy Service), we are dedicated to making a lasting difference to the lives of children, young people and adults at risk. We believe every child and young person deserves to have their voice heard, especially when decisions are being made about their future. Our work supports and empowers those navigating care systems, family courts and other challenging circumstances across England and Wales.
Location: Home-based with flexible/ agile working options, with access to NYAS office locations in Birkenhead, Birmingham, and Cardiff. This role also requires occasional travel to NYAS offices and other locations when required.
About The Role
We are seeking an ambitious and motivated Fundraising Manager, working 35 hours per week, to join our Growth and Partnerships team. Working closely with the Head of Growth & Partnerships, you will play a key role in delivering and developing NYAS’s fundraising strategy, helping to grow and diversify income across trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, community fundraising and individual giving.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fundraiser who enjoys both strategic and hands-on work. You will lead and support a team of fundraising professionals, overseeing high-quality funding applications, donor stewardship and income generation activity while ensuring fundraising activity aligns with NYAS’s mission, values and organisational priorities.
You will manage a varied fundraising portfolio, helping to build strong relationships with funders and supporters while identifying opportunities to increase sustainable income. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will help develop compelling cases for support, funding proposals and impact reports that demonstrate the difference NYAS makes to vulnerable children, young people and adults.
The role also involves maintaining oversight of fundraising systems, pipelines and reporting, ensuring activity is compliant, well-managed and aligned to fundraising best practice.
About You
We are looking for a skilled fundraising professional with experience securing income from a range of fundraising streams, including trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, community fundraising and/or individual giving.
You will have excellent written communication skills and experience producing persuasive funding applications, reports and donor communications. You will also have strong organisational skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities and experience supporting or supervising others within a fundraising environment.
You will be confident building relationships with internal and external stakeholders and able to use data and insight to inform fundraising activity and demonstrate impact. Experience using CRM systems and fundraising platforms is essential, alongside a good understanding of fundraising regulations and best practice.
You will demonstrate NYAS’s values of Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empowerment in your approach to work and share our commitment to supporting children, young people and adults at risk.
Benefits
NYAS offers a range of benefits to employees, including:
- Agile working arrangements
- 26 days annual leave increasing to 30 days plus bank holidays
- Blue light discount card
- Pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Learning and development opportunities
- Supportive and values-led culture
- The opportunity to directly contribute to improving the lives of children, young people and adults at risk
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please submit your application via the NYAS website.
Your application should evidence, using specific examples, how your skills and experience meet the criteria set out in the person specification within the job description in the recruitment pack, which is available via our website vacancy page.
Important Information
- Interviews are expected to take place between 1st–3rd July
- We reserve the right to close this vacancy early once a high volume of applications is received
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required as part of the recruitment process
- References will be taken in line with safeguarding requirements
- NYAS operates robust safeguarding procedures to protect the children, young people and adults at risk we work with.
About NYAS
As an established leading rights-based charity, NYAS (National Youth Advocacy Service) is well positioned to ensure that children, young people and adults across England and Wales are fully respected, represented and supported in expressing their views and having their rights upheld.
We work with care-experienced children, young people and adults who are often reliant on statutory services, suffering the negative impact of cuts in public expenditure. Our combination of social care and legal services places us in a unique position to ensure they receive the services they need and that their voices are heard.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. NYAS welcomes applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or belief, or any other protected characteristic.
NYAS is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies.
Work with us to help change lives.
At NYAS, we listen to what children, young people and vulnerable adults want. We empower them to have their voices heard.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an expert in stewardship and donor care, and have experience in managing Individual Giving income streams?
Designed by families, for families, The Ark was opened in September 2019 by the Mayor of London. The grounds offer wheelchair accessible outdoor experiences, including a Woodland Walk through a 7-acre nature reserve, a hydrotherapy pool and overnight suites for families to be close to their loved ones. At The Ark we are able to provide Specialist Care and Nursing for babies, children and young people, supporting their full clinical, emotional, social and practical needs. We have created a space where children who are seriously unwell are accepted as they are, safe to play, explore, express themselves and build confidence.
Rated as ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission, the charity has had a sustained period of growth over the last two years and we are looking for high quality employees to come and be a part of that success.
Our expert staff and trained volunteers provide clinical, emotional and practical support for families across North and Central London and Herts Valley. We carefully adapt our support for every child and offer it wherever it is required - whether in their home, their community or at our state-of-the-art children’s hospice building, The Ark, in Barnet.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Supporter Engagement Manager position is a pivotal role in the Public Fundraising team, comprising seven specialist Fundraisers.The post-holder is responsible for driving growth in our Individual Giving programme through a mix of acquisition and retention campaigns.
Key internal relationships include the Head of Supporter Engagement and the Fundraising management team.
The post-holder will work closely with the Fundraising Data Manager and the Community Engagement Manager on collaborative income generation and Supporter engagement activities.
The post-holder will be instrumental in shaping the Individual Giving and Supporter cultivation strategies geared towards increasing our Cash and Regular Giving Supporter base.
The Individual Giving programme includes Cash Appeals, Regular Giving (including Door-to-Door recruitment), Hospice Lottery, Challenge Events, Legacies and Supporter Care. There is a strong focus on digital fundraising.
ABOUT YOU
You will be a dedicated, organised and experienced Individual Giving specialist, with proven expertise in Supporter stewardship.
You are by nature a proactive, hands-on, team player. You thrive in an environment where no two days are the same.
The Public Fundraising team is part of the wider Income Generation and Communications team based in our hospice, at The Ark. We are a close-knit, highly supportive, high-performing team of 19. There is continuous collaboration. We help each other whenever we can. This set-up inspires you. As does the knowledge that your fundraising will have a direct, positive and lasting impact on the lives of the babies, children and the families we support.
Please refer to the job description for more information on this role.
Please note - we are only accepting direct applications for this role
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, we kindly advise you to submit your application as early as possible.
We help children who are seriously unwell make the most of every day



Are you an experienced marketing professional who is passionate about dogs?
We’re looking for a Legacy Campaign Manager, who will be responsible for delivering multiple legacy products, with a particular focus on delivering a first-class stewardship programme to our loyal supporters.
What does this role involve?
As Legacy Campaign Manager, you will:
- work closely with external agencies to deliver key legacy products, including gifts in wills, In Memoriam gifts and our Canine Care Card,
- collaborate with other teams in the Individual Giving directorate to deliver an excellent supporter journey to all those who donate, from handling individual responses to delivering stewardship events,
- creatively bring our brand message to life, helping supporters understand the impact of their loyalty,
- monitor and analyse outcomes from projects, being on the ball and proactively identifying ways to improve and accelerate supporter experiences.
Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for week commencing 30th June 2026 and will take place on Teams.
Could this be you?
To be successful in this role, you’ll need some fundraising experience, ideally with experience in legacy or in memory donations. You’ll be an excellent written and verbal communicator, combined with strong emotional intelligence to discuss legacy sensitively. You’ll have strong IT skills, as well as some experience of working with a CRM. A commitment to the aims and objectives of Dogs Trust is essential.
About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Support Worker to join our Young people Service in Bracknell. No personal care or experience is required, just the right values.
£30,784.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.
Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
Our benefits include:
* Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
* Free DBS
* Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
* Fully paid induction programme and further training
* ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
* Online wellbeing resources
* A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
* Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
This is a fixed term contract for 1 year.
What you'll do:
* Undertake key-working responsibilities for a caseload assigned by Management staff
* Meet customers regularly for support sessions, providing emotional and practical support
* Undertake initial and continuous assessment of needs and potential risks and agree levels of support and actions
* Develop support plans with customers to identify their goals, ensuring a person centred approach, enabling the customer to establish positive change
* Support customers to take care of their living environment, providing emotional and
* practical support to ensure customers enjoy a high-quality accommodation
This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead
About you:
* Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, join in local activities to encourage customer involvement
* Approachable and open to others
* Enjoy working as part of a group or team
* Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure
* their judgement
* Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised
* Flexible in work roles
* Open to feedback and good insight into self development
What you'll bring:
Essential:
* Good Listening and Communication skills
* Good organisational skills § Ability to learn and develop within your role
* Up to NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent or experience in the social care/charity sector
* Good standard of English and Maths
* Good standard of IT skills
Desirable:
* Experience working in mental health customer group
* Experience of working within supported housing environment
* Experience of working as a support worker or similar role
* Experience of working with multi disciplinary teams
About us:
Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
We focus on Excellence and innovation.
We are Caring and Compassionate.
We are Inclusive and Trusted.
We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
Please see our website for full job description
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Registered Manager – Jarvis House a home which is rated good aspiring to be outstanding
Salary: £51,275 - £58,927 per annum (Pay Grade B) at time of writing
Additional allowances are paid for on-call duties.
Please contact Karen Ciantar for an informal chat - karen.ciantar @ barnardos. org. uk
Create Safety. Build Belonging. Help Children Grow.
Barnardo's is looking for a compassionate, values‑driven Registered Manager to lead Jarvis House, a small, nurturing residential home supporting children at a time when safety, stability, and kindness matter most.
Jarvis House supports up to three children through short‑ to medium‑term placements, including emergency admissions when no suitable alternative is immediately available. It offers a therapeutic, trauma‑informed environment where children can begin to feel safer, happier, healthier, and more hopeful, and where they are supported to heal, grow, and thrive.
This is not just about running a home. It's about creating a calm, structured space where relationships come first, experiences are understood with compassion, and children are supported to prepare for what comes next.
What Jarvis House Offers Children
Each child's time at Jarvis House is shaped by a sensitive, holistic assessment that helps us understand their experiences, strengths, and needs. Our team works closely with children to help them recover from trauma, build emotional resilience, and develop vital life skills. When children move on, whether to a foster family, a longer‑term placement, or back home, they do so with stronger foundations and greater confidence in themselves.
As one colleague put it:
“Jarvis House gives children breathing space. We slow things down, really listen, and help them believe in themselves again.”
Your Role
As Registered Manager, you will:
- Lead a small, committed team with warmth, clarity, and consistency
- Create a therapeutic, trauma‑informed environment where children feel safe and supported to thrive
- Hold the balance between structure and nurture, especially during emergency and transition placements
- Ensure high‑quality care, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance
- Embed relational, child‑centred practice in everyday decision‑making
- Support staff through reflective supervision and development
- Work collaboratively with families, social workers, and partner agencies
One of our managers describes the leadership culture at Barnardo's like this:
“You're trusted to lead in a way that feels human. You're supported, challenged, and never expected to do it alone.”
What Children Tell Us Matters
“I need people who don't leave when things get hard.”
“Feeling safe helps me think about what comes next.”
As Registered Manager, you will keep these voices at the centre of your leadership.
What We're Looking For
You'll be someone who:
- Has experience leading or managing within residential children's services
- Understands trauma, attachment, and emotionally informed care
- Holds (or is working towards) a Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification
- Leads with curiosity, compassion, and emotional resilience
- Believes that strong relationships are the foundation of great care
- Wants to make a genuine difference in children's lives
Why Join Barnardo's?
At Barnardo's, values are more than words on a page. They shape how we lead, how we support staff, and how we care for children.
“I stay because the care is real, for the children and for us as staff.”
“We're encouraged to reflect, to learn, and to keep getting better.”
You'll be part of an organisation that invests in its people and believes that when staff feel supported, children thrive too.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
PCN Cancer Care Coordinator
Clifton & The Meadows PCN 8, Nottingham (Hybrid)
30–37 hours per week | Fixed term until April 2027, with possibility of extension
Salary: £26,620 pro rata (pay award pending)
Employer: Self Help UK (in partnership with Clifton & The Meadows Primary Care Network)
About the Role
We are excited to recruit a PCN Cancer Care Coordinator to support people living with cancer across the Clifton and The Meadows Primary Care Network in Nottingham.
This role is central to delivering a holistic, person‑centred cancer care coordination service, supporting patients beyond clinical treatment and ensuring their wider emotional, practical and social needs are met. Working closely with GP practices, Primary Care Network colleagues, and the voluntary and community sector, you will help improve experiences and outcomes for people affected by cancer.
You will work in direct partnership with Self Help UK’s Macmillan Beyond Diagnosis Service, carrying out Cancer Care Reviews and Holistic Needs Assessments (eHNA), developing care and support plans, and helping people to access the right support at the right time.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting people newly diagnosed with cancer through Cancer Care Reviews and eHNAs
- Creating individualised care and support plans based on each person’s needs
- Acting as a single point of access for non‑clinical cancer support
- Referring and signposting patients to appropriate voluntary and community services
- Working closely with GP practices to ensure reviews are recorded on NHS systems
- Supporting work to increase cancer screening uptake, especially within targeted communities
- Building strong relationships across health, social care and the voluntary sector
- Ensuring safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection standards are upheld
You’ll work flexibly across GP practices, community settings, patients’ homes and the Self Help UK office in Nottingham, with some home working available.
About You
You will be someone who is compassionate, organised and confident working with people facing complex and emotive situations. You will bring:
- Experience in a people‑facing role within health, community or voluntary settings
- Experience supporting people with long‑term health conditions or vulnerabilities
- Strong communication, organisation and relationship‑building skills
- Confidence working both independently and as part of a multi‑disciplinary team
- Emotional resilience and a genuinely person‑centred approach
Experience of working with people affected by cancer, delivering holistic needs assessments, social prescribing or working across NHS–voluntary sector partnerships would be an advantage, but is not essential.
A full UK driving licence and access to a car is required for this role.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of an innovative partnership between Primary Care and the voluntary sector
- Make a real difference to people’s lives at a critical time
- Access training, supervision and ongoing professional development
- Join an organisation committed to equality, inclusion and compassionate care
Closing Date: Wednesday 24th June
Interview Date: Wednesday 1st July
Who We Are
Tameside Link is a registered charity with a straightforward purpose: to enable adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs to live meaningful, fulfilling lives in their own homes, with the right support around them.
Rooted in Tameside and Oldham since 1995, we were founded by families who knew that personalised, values-driven support could change lives. That belief still drives everything we do. We are person-centred, strengths-based, and proudly family-led. Our 80-strong team works every day to champion inclusion, independence, and dignity for the people we support.
This is an exciting moment for us. We are growing, investing in our infrastructure, and working towards doubling in size. The HR Manager role sits right at the heart of that next chapter.
The Opportunity
This is a chance to build something from the ground up.
As our first dedicated HR Manager, you will establish and shape our HR function, creating the processes, systems, and culture that will support our growth. You will be the go-to person for everything people-related: day-to-day ER casework, leading our digital HR transformation, onboarding new colleagues, and supporting the leadership team through change.
It is a hands-on, varied role. You will need to be comfortable rolling up your sleeves one moment and advising senior leaders the next. You will be given the space, trust, and support to make this role your own.
What You Will Do
Build and lead our HR function
- Establish and maintain HR policies, procedures, and processes that reflect our values and meet our legal obligations
- Be the first point of contact for all people matters across the organisation
- Work closely with the Head of Service Operations and leadership team to align our people approach with our growth plans
Own the employee lifecycle
- Manage end-to-end HR processes: attraction, recruitment, onboarding, development, and offboarding
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date employee records and ensure we are compliant at every stage
- Lead on DBS checks, right-to-work verification, and pre-employment processes in line with CQC and safeguarding requirements
Drive our digital HR transformation
- Lead the implementation and ongoing management of our new HRIS platform
- Help managers and staff get the most from new systems
- Use HR data and reporting to give the leadership team useful, timely insight
Support managers on performance and employee relations
- Be the expert advisor for managers navigating performance, conduct, absence, and well-being
- Ensure all disciplinary and grievance processes follow ACAS codes of practice, keeping things fair and reducing legal risk
- Coach and upskill managers so they can handle people matters with more confidence
Lead on organisational change
- Support or lead TUPE transfers and future organisational change programmes
- Help manage change in a way that is transparent, fair, and true to our values
Champion our culture and workforce development
- Support recruitment that prioritises values alongside skills and experience
- Work with managers to embed solid induction, supervision, and development practices
- Contribute to staff engagement and wellbeing work that reflects who we are
What We Are Looking For
Essential
- CIPD Level 5, qualified or actively working towards it
- Proven experience as an HR generalist covering the full employee lifecycle
- Sound working knowledge of employment law, including ACAS codes of practice
- Experience managing ER cases including disciplinary, grievance, and absence, independently and confidently
- Experience supporting or leading TUPE transfers and organisational change
- Experience implementing or managing an HRIS or HR software platform
- Able to work on your own initiative and manage competing priorities in a standalone role
- Strong interpersonal skills and able to build trust with people at all levels
- Organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling sensitive information with discretion
Desirable
- Experience in adult social care, supported living, or a regulated care environment
- Knowledge of CQC workforce requirements
- Experience in a charity or not-for-profit organisation
What We Offer
- Salary of £35,000 – £42,000 per annum (pro rata if part-time)
- A genuine opportunity to shape and build an HR function from scratch
- A warm, values-led team where people really do matter
- Flexible hours, full-time or part-time considered
- Workplace pension scheme (AVIVA) with employer contributions
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
- The chance to make a real difference in an organisation that changes lives
Our Culture & Values
Tameside Link is a close-knit organisation where senior staff are accessible, and decisions are made quickly. The trustee board is active and engaged, meeting quarterly to provide governance oversight and strategic direction.
A commitment to person-centred support, respect, empowerment, inclusion, and advocacy guides everything we do. We are looking for someone who not only understands these values but also lives them. Someone who treats every colleague with the same care and dignity we ask our teams to bring to the people we support.
How to Apply
Applications are made by CV and a covering letter, briefly answering the three questions below
1. Please describe a time when you helped create a fair, inclusive, or supportive workplace. What did you do, and what was the result?
2. Please tell us about your experience using HR systems or HRIS platforms. What systems have you used, what did you do with them, and how did you help people use them effectively?
3. What interests you about this role at this stage in your career?
Each answer should be no more than 200 words. You can answer in bullet points if you prefer. We welcome clear, direct answers and do not expect polished or formal writing.
Key Dates:
- Closing Date: 14th June
- First Interviews will be on W/c 15th June
- A date for the 2nd and final interview (including a small presentation element) will be confirmed with successful applicants
Tameside Link does not maintain a public-facing website, corporate social media presence, or any other active public digital profile. This is a deliberate, reasoned governance decision endorsed by the Board of Trustees. To find out more about Tameside Link, an organisation information pack can be requested by contacting the hiring team.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safer recruitment and equal opportunities. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and a Basic DBS check.
Please note: To be considered for this role, you must have the legal right to work in the UK.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are looking for an experienced corporate fundraising manager with demonstrable success in building relationships and maximising income from corporate supporters, sponsors and prospects. The role will lead on securing new business partnerships and developing a varied portfolio of exciting opportunities and events.
This is an exciting time to join The Christie charity as we embark on a period of transformational growth with the launch of key capital appeals enabling us to see a real step change in our income. We are looking for dynamic individuals to join our successful fundraising team at this exciting time.
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We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Domestic Abuse Refuge Service Manager to join our Domestic Abuse Social Care Service in Tower Hamlets. No personal care or experience required, just the right values.
£40,000.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.
Want to feel valued? You'll feel at home here.
Our benefits include:
- Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
- Free DBS
- A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x pensionable salary (T&Cs apply)
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
What you'll do:
This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead
Service Leadership and Operational Management
- Lead the day-to-day delivery of the refuge service, ensuring a safe, high-quality, trauma-informed environment for women and children fleeing domestic abuse.
Safeguarding, Risk and Safety Management
- Oversee the completion and quality assurance of customer risk assessments, individual safety plans, and support plans to ensure they remain person-centred, responsive, and outcome-focused.
Staff Leadership and Performance Management
- Provide strong and effective leadership to the refuge team, creating a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture focused on delivering excellent customer outcomes.
Quality Assurance, Partnerships and Service Development
- Work collaboratively with the Head of Service and Quality team to ensure the service consistently delivers excellent standards of support, achieves compliance requirements, and embeds best practice across all areas of delivery.
Compliance and Professional Practice
- Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with organisational policies, procedures, legislation, and professional standards.
About you:
Knowledge and Experience
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of domestic abuse and Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), including the impact on women, children, and families.
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed services.
- Strong risk assessment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, particularly in relation to safeguarding and high-risk cases.
About us
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
Position: Senior Policy Officer (Health and Social Care)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours a week)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Office-based in London, N4 with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: Starting from £35,020 per annum, plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 2, Professional / Technical
You will start at our entry point salary of £35,825 per annum, increasing to £38,065 after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £40,304 after a further 6 months.
About us
We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.
Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.
Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.
Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.
About this job
This is an exciting opportunity to join our friendly and supportive Policy and Evidence team, with a role focused on shaping and delivering the MS Society’s public policy work.
The MS Society’s core goal is to improve the lives of people affected by MS, and this lies at the heart of all we do.
This role is about ensuring our policy work is built on strong evidence and is informed by, and developed in partnership with, people affected by MS, healthcare clinicians and professionals, and key stakeholders.
We have strong relationships across the sector, so you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with coalition partners to influence national policy and amplify the voices of people living with MS.
This role specialises in community based care, including primary care, community services, rehabilitation, care pathways, care and support planning, social care and personalisation.
Closing date for applications: 9:00 am on Wednesday 17th June 2026
Interested?
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Equal Opportunities
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds.
We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application.
Disability Confident Employer
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.
You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.
If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.
More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to):
Encouraging work life balance
- 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
- More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
- Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us)
- Flexible working options
Caring for you and your family
- Generous sick pay entitlement
- More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment
- Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year
- Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis
- Enhanced leave for new parents
- Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
- Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
- 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- Cycle to work scheme
- Death in service scheme
- New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
- In the event of miscarriage or still birth
- To support fertility treatments
- For antenatal appointments for both parents
Thinking about your finances
- Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
- Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
- New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing
Enriching your life at work
- Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
- Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
- New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely
- Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups)
- Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community)
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal
Safeguarding
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.
This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.
We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.
We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.
Your right to work in the UK
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.
You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.
No agencies please.
To fund world-leading research, share the latest information and campaign for everyone's rights. Together we are a community. Together we can stop MS

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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are looking for an experienced and highly organised grant manager with exceptional communication and relationship building skills, to manage all aspects of grants from The Christie Charity to the NHS Trust.
The role will take responsibility for collating project information and supporting internal teams to communicate and demonstrate project impact and ensure accountability to our external partners and audiences.
This is an exciting time to join The Christie charity as we embark on a period of transformational growth with the launch of key capital appeals enabling us to see a real step change in our income. We are looking for dynamic individuals to join our successful fundraising team at this exciting time.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Reference Number: V574
Job Title: Engagement Manager
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (Hybrid – office, home, community-based)
Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31 Dec 2026 (extension funding dependent)
Hours:31.5 hours per week
Salary: £23,062 pro rata (£25,625 Full Time Equivalent)
DBS/PVG:Enhanced Level DBS
Job Family: Job Family 3
Line Manager: Senior Project Manager
Start Date:ASAP - July or August 2026
Volunteering Matters
Who we are
At Volunteering Matters, we believe people have the power to create change. Whether through volunteering by helping others and giving time, or through social action such as speaking up, campaigning, or leading change, everyone can make a difference. We bring people together to build stronger communities across England, Scotland and Wales, making sure everyone has the chance to get involved and create real change.
Creating stronger communities through the power of volunteering
Volunteering Matters is a nationwide charity that exists to create stronger communities through the power of volunteering. We work with local partners to develop impactful programmes that support individuals and communities across the UK.
Since 1962, we’ve used our influence to champion volunteering as a powerful tool to build a thriving, resilient society. Our projects are co-created with the people and communities we work alongside: an approach that encourages our participants to become future volunteers and leaders, not just beneficiaries.
We understand the pressures of day-to-day life and create flexible, inclusive opportunities for people at all stages of life. And beyond delivering projects on the ground, we use our voice to shape policy and practice – ensuring volunteering stays recognised, supported and sustainable for generations to come.
What we do
We help people of all ages and backgrounds get involved in volunteering and social action. We focus on making sure that everyone, no matter their situation, has the chance to take part. We work with local people.
How we do this
We support people to share their time and skills to help others and tackle big challenges in their communities.
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We remove barriers to volunteering and social action, making it easier for people who don’t always get the chance to take part.
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We listen to and amplify voices that aren’t always heard, helping volunteers and communities influence change.
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We help volunteers beyond their first experience, offering training, support, and pathways to new opportunities.
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We connect businesses with communities, creating meaningful employee volunteering projects.
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We show the impact of volunteering and social action, proving how it changes lives for the better.
Role Purpose
The Home from Hospital project in Newcastle is funded by the Northeast and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. Preventing readmissions to hospital is crucial for the NHS. Re-admissions cost the NHS over £2 billion per year, and no-one wants to be in hospital when they can be recovering safely and comfortably at home. The project was developed to help enable older people to thrive back at home, and in the community, while at the same time supporting the NHS.
We recruit, train, support and coordinate volunteers, who provide a “little bit of help” to people who may be socially isolated, have health issues, or don’t have many people around them. Volunteers provide social, emotional or practical support, completing short-term tasks. This includes things like helping with shopping, collecting medical prescriptions, in person or telephone check in’s, driving someone to an appointment, helping with paperwork, ensuring the home is safe and secure, and more.
We are looking for a talented, dynamic, and professional Engagement Manager to join our team in Newcastle.The right candidate would be someone with excellent knowledge of “best practice” in Volunteer Management and with experience of supporting older people.
It is essential that the postholder is agile, can work flexibly, is an excellent communicator, and can build strong working relationships with a range of people.
Our Values & Way of Working
In all that we are guided by our values: Empowering, Inclusive, Compassionate, Positive & Straightforward.
Diversity & Inclusion
Volunteering Matters welcomes all applicants and are keen to ensure our team reflects the diversity of the UK and the communities we serve. We encourage applications from disabled, LGBT and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, along with candidates with any protected characteristics and from disadvantaged groups.
Disability Confident & Reasonable Adjustments
We guarantee to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role. Please provide evidence in your application, which demonstrates that you meet the level of competence required in the Job Description under skill and experience. To be considered for a guaranteed interview or to discuss any reasonable adjustments during the process, please state this in your cover letter.
Benefits
Our employee benefits reflect our culture which is built on an approach of full flexibility with accountability, and designed to let you make your most positive contribution; we offer:
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Flexible Working by Default (re hours & place of work)
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Unlimited Annual Leave
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Employee Pension scheme
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Life Assurance
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Cycle to Work Scheme
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Season Ticket Loan
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Enhanced sick and family leave.
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Lifestyle Discount Scheme
We are also open to discussing job share applications.
GDPR Statement
If you apply for a role with us, we will retain your contact details including your name, address, email address and phone number to help us manage your application for up to six months. We will not use your personal data for any other purpose or share it with any third party. You can contact us at any point to update your personal information or ask us to delete it from our records.
Policy on AI-Generated Applications
Applications are accepted on trust, and we expect all submissions to reflect the applicant’s own words, experiences, and motivations. While tools such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) may support the application process, applications should not be generated wholly by AI.
To Apply
Please send an updated, complete CV and cover letter via the Charity Job Apply button above. In your application clearly state which role you are applying for. In the cover letter please demonstrate how you would fulfil the role requirements, what previous relevant achievements you have (both in life and at work), what skills & experience you can offer, and what you believe you can contribute to Volunteering Matters.
We welcome applications from everyone, but please note that if we receive an extremely large number of responses, we may close this advert early to fully consider applications. We encourage you to apply promptly so you don’t miss the opportunity to join our community.
Right to Work in the UK
Please note that while we hold a license to sponsor employees on a skilled worker visa, the number of applications we can make each year is very limited. Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship, therefore, you must already have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
We turn local knowledge into action by working with volunteers and partners across the UK to build stronger communities for all.



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Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they’re likely to die from.
Job DescriptionMarie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they’re likely to die from.
Join our Business Transformation team and take a leading role in facilitating effective, strategic change. Working at the centre of organisational change, you’ll collaborate with senior leaders to deploy innovative solutions that improve how we work - transforming processes, structures, and technologies to enable smarter, more effective ways of working.
As Senior Project Manager, you’ll play a critical role in facilitating cross-organisation projects in Caring Services and other areas of the charity, sponsored by the Executive team. You’ll be responsible for driving change from concept to completion - ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with measurable, sustainable benefits. Your work will directly improve how Marie Curie operates to supports those who rely on us.
We’re seeking motivated PM professionals with experience in healthcare or clinical environments, who are driven to make a real difference and play a key role in delivering our mission.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the full project lifecycle, ensuring delivery meets agreed scope, budget, timeline, and governance standards.
- Partner with Executive Sponsors and business leads to design, plan and manage delivery of projects and change initiatives.
- Coordinate multiple workstreams, manage resources, and direct cross-functional project teams.
- Engage with and manage external partners and vendors.
- Assess the impact of change and effectively manage risks and emerging issues.
- Ensure smooth transition from project delivery into operations, ensuring strategies are in place for the successful adoption of changes.
Key Criteria:
- Established experience managing strategic and complex change projects with senior-level stakeholders in a healthcare or public sector environment.
- Proven ability to coordinate multiple workstreams and projects, lead project teams and manage resources.
- Industry recognised project management and/or change management qualification (e.g. Prince2, APM, Agile, Prosci).
- Solid track record of managing high-value project budgets and delivering business and/or service level change with measurable benefits.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage at all levels.
Please see the full job description .
Additional InformationApplication & Interview Process:
As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV and supplementary information. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
Close date for applications: 14 June 2026. We encourage early applications, as we may close the application process ahead of the deadline once we have received a sufficient number of suitable applications.
Salary: £50,000-60,000 per annum, depending on experience
Contract: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week)
Location: Home-based with occasional travel across the UK
Benefits you’ll LOVE:
- Flexible working. We’re happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
- 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
- Continuous professional development opportunities.
- Industry-leading training programmes
- Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
- Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
- Access to Blue Light Card membership
- Subsidised Eye Care
At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone — staff and volunteers alike — supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at .
Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you — your experience, perspective and voice.



