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We need a Programme Director to lead a tri-borough initiative tackling serious youth violence across Kilburn, Queen's Park and surrounding communities.

This is a challenging and a rewarding role where you will be exercising your considerable judgement, diplomacy and practical project management skills.

Shared Ground is an innovative, co-funded project, seeking to work for the benefit of young people at risk of serious youth violence, with buy-in from stakeholders including Local Authority senior leads and Central government.

If you have a passion for the value and importance of community-based work in supporting positive futures for young people, why not help ensure that this ambitious programme thrives?

See the job description for more details.

We're looking for a Head of Internal Services to help shape the future of Calder Rivers Trust.

This is a senior leadership role with organisation-wide responsibility for ensuring the Trust is well run, well governed, financially sound, compliant and resilient. You'll provide the foundations that enable our teams to deliver environmental impact today while building the capacity and capability we need for the future.

Working closely with the General Manager, Board and leadership team, you'll help guide organisational development, support strategic decision-making, and ensure the Trust has the systems, information, resources and assurance needed to grow with confidence.

You'll lead our approach to finance, governance, risk, compliance, people, health and safety, organisational performance, systems and technology. You'll ensure these areas work together effectively, with clear responsibilities, strong controls and practical arrangements that support colleagues across the Trust.

As a trusted adviser to trustees and senior leaders, you'll provide insight, support and constructive challenge, helping ensure good decisions are informed by strong information and a clear understanding of organisational priorities, opportunities and risks.

You'll also play a leading role in organisational planning and development, helping translate strategy into action, strengthening management practice, improving how information flows across the organisation, and identifying opportunities to improve how we work.

We're looking for someone who combines strategic thinking with practical leadership. You'll enjoy bringing clarity to complexity, improving systems, developing people and helping organisations perform at their best. You might come from a finance, governance, operations, organisational development, HR, charity leadership or corporate services background. What matters most is your ability to take a whole-organisation view and turn ambition into effective organisational practice.

We’re a flexible, human-centred organisation. The role is full-time (35 hours/week), with 28 days’ holiday plus public holidays. You can choose a working pattern that fits your life, and we’re happy to explore reduced hours if that’s what you need.

If this sounds like a role you could grow into, even if you don’t tick every box right now, we’d be keen to hear from you. Send us an application and tell us what you’d bring to the role.

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Calder Rivers Trust is an environmental charity with a Team dedicated to protecting and enhancing the rivers, brooks, becks, and streams of Calderdale, Kirklees, and Wakefield. Our work reaches every part of the Calder catchment touched by water, bringing together colleagues, partners, landowners, communities, and supporters to act with urgency and integrity. Together, we are working towards a future where healthy rivers support thriving wildlife, resilient landscapes, and prosperous communities.

We are a people-centred organisation, and when you join Calder Rivers Trust, you'll be supported to do your best work, develop your skills, and contribute as part of a team making a positive difference. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected, valued, and given equal opportunities to fulfil their potential, free from discrimination.

A Calder Rivers Trust, we value people who are committed to doing their job well, supporting their colleagues, and helping the organisation succeed. If that's you, we'd love to hear from you.

Standard Terms & Benefits:

• 35 hour working week
• 28 days Annual Leave + public holidays
• Rivers Trust Group Pension Membership (9% employer contribution - subject to eligibility)
• Life Assurance Scheme (with the Pension Scheme)
• Flexible working and Working From Home

We are entering a period of unprecedented opportunity. Advances in treatment, increasing recognition of the condition, and growing awareness of healthcare inequalities provide a unique chance to strengthen our impact and expand our reach across the UK. Our ambition is bold: to engage and support at least 50% of the UK myasthenia community as members within the next five years, creating a movement that is representative, influential and impossible to ignore.

The successful candidate will lead the development of a thriving national community of people affected by myasthenia, ensuring that individuals and families feel connected, represented and empowered. They will transform community insight into meaningful campaigns, influence policy and healthcare decision-making, and position myaware as the authoritative voice for everyone affected by the condition.

Success in this role will be measured not only by influence and campaigning outcomes, but by the growth, engagement and mobilisation of our community. The Director will play a central role in delivering our ambition to reach, engage and retain 50% of the UK's myasthenia population as members and active supporters within five years, creating a change-maker movement that is representative of our goals.

Key Responsibilities

Community Growth and Engagement

• Contribute towards the development and delivery of a comprehensive membership growth strategy aimed at engaging at least 50% of the UK myasthenia community within five years.
• Build a deep understanding of the patient journey and identify opportunities to connect with people from diagnosis onwards.
• Lead the development of services, programmes and engagement approaches that increase membership recruitment, retention and participation.
• Ensure that people affected by myasthenia are at the heart of all organisational decisions, campaigns and strategic priorities.
• Create pathways for members, volunteers, supporters and ambassadors to actively contribute to myaware's work.
• Use data, insight and market intelligence to measure community reach, identify underserved groups and drive continuous improvement.

 

Campaigning, Policy and Influence

• Develop and implement a national campaigning and influencing strategy focused on awareness, equity of care, access to treatment and service improvement.
• Position myaware as a leading voice within healthcare, policy and rare disease discussions across the UK.
• Build strategic relationships with parliamentarians, government departments, NHS organisations, Integrated Care Boards, NICE, clinicians, researchers, industry partners and allied charities.
• Lead public affairs activity, including consultation responses, parliamentary engagement, policy briefings and stakeholder events.
• Ensure lived experience evidence informs policy development, healthcare decision-making and treatment access discussions.

 

Organisational Leadership

• Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team and contribute to organisational strategy and performance.
• Foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, collaboration and measurable impact.
• Work closely with fundraising, communications, partnerships, and service delivery colleagues to maximise organisational reach and effectiveness.

 

Awareness and Public Engagement

• Increase awareness and understanding of myasthenia among healthcare professionals, policymakers, media and the public.
• Lead initiatives that strengthen myaware's visibility, reputation and influence.
• Support the development of compelling campaigns, media activity and storytelling that inspire engagement and drive action.
• To be the spokesperson for myaware.

 

What Success Looks Like

Within five years, the postholder will have:

• Led significant growth in membership, progressing towards engaging at least 50% of the UK's myasthenia community.
• Increased participation in surveys, campaigns, events, volunteering and lived-experience activities.
• Established myaware as the recognised national voice for people affected by myasthenia.
• Secured meaningful influence in policy, healthcare and treatment access discussions.
• Generated evidence of improvements in awareness, service delivery, treatment access and patient representation.
• Built a highly engaged and empowered community capable of driving change at local, national and system levels.

 

Person Specification

Essential Experience

• Significant senior leadership experience within the charity, healthcare, membership, public affairs or advocacy sectors.
• Proven success in growing and engaging communities, memberships, movements or supporter bases at scale.
• Experience developing and delivering campaigning, influencing or public affairs strategies that have achieved measurable outcomes.
• Strong track record of building relationships with senior external stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Experience using data, insight and lived experience to shape organisational priorities and influence strategy.
• Experience leading, motivating and developing high-performing teams.

Essential Knowledge and Skills

• Outstanding strategic thinking and leadership abilities.
• Exceptional communication, influencing and relationship-building skills.
• Strong understanding of community mobilisation, supporter engagement and membership growth.
• Ability to translate complex healthcare and policy issues into compelling public narratives and calls to action.
• Strong analytical and performance management skills.
• Commitment to inclusion, co-production and patient-centred approaches.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for someone who is:

• Ambitious about building one of the UK's most engaged rare disease communities.
• Passionate about amplifying the voices of people with lived experience.
• Collaborative and inspiring.
• Politically astute and credible with senior stakeholders.
• Resilient, innovative and outcomes focused.
• Motivated by creating lasting change for people living with long-term health conditions.

Why Join Us?

myaware is the only charity in the UK dedicated solely to the care and support of people affected by myasthenia. 

This is a rare opportunity to build a community movement capable of transforming lives. You will lead the growth of a national membership community, shape policy and healthcare conversations, and help ensure that every person affected by myasthenia feels informed, supported, represented and connected.

Together, we aim to ensure that within five years, at least half of everyone living with myasthenia in the UK knows, trusts and actively engages with myaware as their community, their advocate and their voice.

We are working hard to raise awareness of myasthenia, as it is a little-known condition. We provide support for people with myasthenia and their families, whilst offering advice and tips for living with the condition. 

We also fund the research that brings us closer to finding a cure as well as funding specialists nurses and advisors. 

Members of myaware have full access to a wide range of support services and events including our specialist benefits and welfare advisor. 

myaware supports people with myasthenia and their families.  We campaign for better medical services for people with myasthenia and work to inform medical professionals. 

The myasthenias are a group of neuromuscular conditions. They are rare but also manageable and can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender or nationality. Myasthenia gravis, ocular myasthenia and Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome are autoimmune conditions whereas congenital myasthenic syndrome is caused by an inherited genetic fault. It is thought that there are approximately 20,000 people currently living with myasthenia in the UK. 

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance
• Perkbox account (global benefits and rewards platform)
• Group Life Assurance after 6 months of service 
• NEST workplace pension scheme
• Free inhouse staff benefits and welfare advice 
• Investment in your personal and professional development
• Annual salary review

Application instructions

Candidates should submit their CV and tailored covering letter by: 11:30pm on Friday.4th September

Provisional interview dates will be week commencing: 28.9.26

Interviews will be held over Microsoft Teams.

Applications submitted without a tailored cover letter will not be considered.

This post, due to its nature, duties and responsibilities, will be subject to an enhanced check by the DBS. This is funded by myaware.

This organisation supports anonymous recruitment. That means hiding your personal identifying information, removing bias from the hiring process.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.

The Director of Growth, Impact and Partnerships will provide strategic leadership for growth, partnerships, engagement and impact across Ormiston Families.

As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the postholder will help turn strategy into action by building strong partnerships, growing sustainable income, strengthening organisational influence and ensuring the organisation has the relationships, reputation, resources and insight needed to increase its reach, deepen its impact and deliver its long-term ambitions. 

The postholder will also play a central role in delivering Ormiston Families' organisational change journey, helping us grow well. They will work across Purpose, People, Process and Performance, helping to shape a more connected, insight-led and sustainable organisation by embedding strategic planning, organisational learning, performance measurement and continuous improvement into how the charity operates, grows and creates impact. 

The main duties of this role include: 

• Setting and delivering an ambitious, evidence-informed strategy for income growth, engagement and impact.
• Supporting the delivery of the organisation's Purpose, People, Process and Performance agenda, ensuring growth, engagement, impact and partnerships contribute to organisational effectiveness and long-term sustainability. 
• Championing the development of organisational insight, performance measures and impact reporting that support strategic decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Representing Ormiston Families externally, building credibility, influence and strategic relationships with key stakeholders, partners, commissioners, funders and sector leaders.
• Leading the directorate to deliver annual income targets, long-term growth plans and high-quality supporter experiences.
• Developing existing income streams and identify new opportunities, products, partnerships and channels.
• Building and influencing strategic partnerships across the charity, public, education, health, community and commercial sectors to increase impact, reach and sustainability
• Overseeing integrated marketing and communications activity that builds awareness, reputation and engagement. 
• Ensuring Ormiston Families’ story is told with clarity, warmth and impact, grounded in the experiences of children, young people and families.
• Leading organisational impact measurement, evaluation and learning, ensuring insight is embedded in planning, delivery and decision-making. 
• Promoting a culture of innovation, learning, inclusion and continuous improvement. 
• Providing robust performance reporting, forecasting and analysis to the CEO, SLT, committees and Board of Trustees.

Benefits include:

•           Competitive salary, benchmarked for a senior charity leadership role.

•           Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, supporting balance and effectiveness.

•           Generous annual leave and family-friendly policies.

•           Pension contribution and employee support offer.

•           Opportunities for professional development, learning and leadership growth.

•           The chance to help shape the future of a values-led organisation making a lasting difference for children, young people and families. 

Location: This is a hybrid role, offering a flexible combination of home working and attendance at our central office.

Salary: £85,000 gross per annum.

To apply, please submit your cover letter detailing how you meet the criteria (no more than 2 pages) and CV.

Fundraising Lead - Care Rights UK

Charity People are delighted to be working with Care Rights UK to recruit a brand-new Fundraising Lead, a pivotal role that will play a central part in shaping the charity's future growth and sustainability.

Care Rights UK is the charity focused on promoting the rights of older people in care.  The organisation wants the best quality of life for older people needing care and for people to know their rights, as well as how to use them.  Offering information, advice and support to empower those using care services as well as their relatives and friends, the organisation challenges poor care, highlights good practice and demands a better care system.

Courageous, independent and empowering, this is a truly special organisation undertaking work with real impact. 

Fundraising Lead

Salary: £37,000 per annum full time equivalent (pro rata if part-time)

Contract: Permanent

Reports to: CEO

Hours: Full-time or part-time considered

Location: Hybrid between home and the London office.  If hybrid, travel will be necessary to office-based team meetings in London and training days as required.

Closing date for applications: 9am Tuesday 1 September

Interviews:  Interviews will be held 14th and 15th September

Having laid strong foundations for fundraising, Care Rights UK is now looking for an ambitious and proactive fundraiser to lead and grow income generation across the organisation. Working closely with the CEO and wider team, you will take ownership of developing supporter engagement, delivering fundraising campaigns and building a culture of fundraising across the charity.

As the charity's dedicated fundraiser, you'll have the opportunity to shape strategy, test new ideas and make a visible impact. This role will particularly appeal to someone who enjoys working in a small, agile organisation where creativity, initiative and collaboration are valued.

"Leading our small, dedicated, friendly team is a real privilege. As we seek to grow our supporter base and push for a better care system, now is an exciting time to join us. We are looking forward to welcoming a new member to the team."
Helen Wildbore, CEO, Care Rights UK

As a member of the Care Rights UK team, you can expect:

• Friendly, welcoming, supportive colleagues in the staff team and on the Board of Trustees
• A Trustee Board which recognises and drives the strategic importance of fundraising
• One-to-one support from an experienced, empathetic line manager
• Peer support from colleagues in the staff team
• Regular contact with colleagues and weekly team meetings to share advice insights, updates and impact
• A thorough induction to the charity, our work and mission
• Training to help you fulfil your role and to develop your knowledge of care issues across the UK
• Opportunities for sharing skills and knowledge with colleagues who are experts in their fields
• Being part of a dynamic team pushing for real change in the care sector
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – access to counselling, adviceline and other wellbeing support
• Hybrid working – the role can be carried out from anywhere in the UK, although attendance at face-to-face team meetings and training days will be required
• Flexible working – the organisation welcomes applications from candidates wishing to work full time or part time and will consider job shares or other options such as compressed hours

 About the Role

Working closely with the CEO and Trustees, the Fundraising Lead will take responsibility for implementing and delivering Care Rights UK's fundraising strategy, helping to build long-term financial sustainability and increase support for the charity's vital work.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Leading fundraising activity across a range of income streams, with an initial focus on individual giving and corporate partnerships.
• Developing and delivering fundraising campaigns to attract, engage and retain supporters.
• Growing and strengthening relationships with individuals, communities and corporate partners.
• Building supporter journeys and engagement plans that maximise income and long-term support.
• Monitoring fundraising performance, reporting on progress and identifying opportunities for growth.
• Embedding a culture of fundraising across the organisation and working collaboratively with colleagues to showcase impact.

About You

We'd love to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:

• A proven track record of delivering successful fundraising campaigns.
• Experience and knowledge of corporate partnerships and/or individual giving
• Strong relationship-building and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience of budget management, planning, reporting and project management.
• The ability to work independently, think strategically and identify new opportunities.
• Passion for the mission of Care Rights UK and improving the lives of older people needing care.

 How to Apply

If you're interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please click on the linked Job Description to find out more, including details of the application process which is a CV and answers to supporting questions.

Applications for the role should be submitted to Philippa Randle at Charity People by Tuesday 1st September 2026.

Closing Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026
Interviews: 14 or 15 September 2026

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. Please let Philippa know if you require any assistance or adjustment to support you through the application process.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Could you help transform the way our charity engages with unpaid carers? As the leading Essex charity supporting carers it is vital that what we do is rooted in their voice and lived experience.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Carer Engagement Lead to join our team, in a new role working directly with the CEO to ensure that carers lived experience is heard and understood and that carers, including young carers across Essex, have opportunities to participate and contribute. This is a rewarding and varied role, combining direct engagement with carers alongside analysing data and communicating evidence of need to help effect real and positive change.

You will be an engaging communicator with active listening skills and the ability to interpret and apply lived experience to strategic and policy decisions and planning.  You will ideally have personal experience of unpaid caring responsibilities and may have previously facilitated service user involvement. You'll be passionate about harnessing the voice of local carers to secure improved outcomes for carers of all ages across Essex.

Action for Family Carers is a thriving charity which for over 35 years has been providing support for Adult Carers and Young Carers – people with unpaid caring responsibilities for others. We are a Carers Trust Network Partner and hold the Excellence for Carers quality mark. We provide support including information, coaching, counselling, peer support, respite care, and Young Carer clubs across Essex, working within schools, GP practices and a variety of community settings.

 

Your responsibilities will include:

       Coordinating participation opportunities that enable adult and young carers to influence local, regional and national policy decisions and help achieve positive change

       Harnessing and amplifying local carer voice and experience and engaging carers in service planning, delivery and review

       Identifying themes and trends and ensuring these are communicated to key stakeholders

       Monitoring and reporting on outcomes.

       You will need to be:

       An excellent communicator with empathy and active listening skills.

       Proactive, highly organised and equally at home analysing data or producing reports as in engaging with carers and senior local decision makers

       Confident in the use of IT including Microsoft 365 and CRMs (databases).

       Passionate about improving outcomes for local carers.

       A driver with access to a vehicle and a willingness to travel across Essex.

We offer:

       Full induction and relevant training

       Contributory pension scheme

       24-hour Confidential Staff Helpline

       An opportunity to help vulnerable families in the local community

    A chance to be part of a supportive and friendly team

Project Manager (CEO)

Following many years of exceptional service, which has seen Durham City Youth Project (DCYP) grow and develop, our current Project Manager (CEO) is stepping down from her post.  The DCYP trustees seek to appoint a Professionally Qualified and Experienced Project Manager (CEO) who can demonstrate passion and enthusiasm to lead the Project into the next stage of its development.

DCYP has been supporting children and young people since 1933. We work across County Durham to provide youth work, counselling, sexual health education and wellbeing support for young people aged 8–19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs.

Our mission is to create opportunities that help young people develop confidence, resilience, skills and aspirations while ensuring they have access to trusted adults, positive activities and support when they need it most.

We believe every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive regardless of their background, circumstances or challenges.

Hours: 35 hours a week to work regular evenings and weekends
Salary: £33k – 37k per annum
Holidays: 6.5 weeks holiday (pro rata), inclusive of  bank holidays
Based: Across County Durham
Benefits: Company pension scheme
Occupational sick pay
Ongoing training and professional development
A supportive and flexible working environment

Durham City Youth Project is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

ABOUT CHEFS IN SCHOOLS

Chefs in Schools exists to improve children’s health and futures through better school food and meaningful food education.

We work alongside schools and catering teams to transform what children eat every day, particularly in communities facing the greatest barriers to good health. We combine practical support, training, operational expertise and sector influence to help schools serve fresh, nutritious food that children want to eat.

We’re backed by some of the biggest names in food and are ambitious about both impact and scale. We want every child to have access to excellent school food and a real food education, regardless of background.

We are a values-led organisation - bold, honest, collaborative, innovative and focused on solutions.

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

You will lead the delivery of Chefs in Schools External Affairs function, ultimately ensuring there is widespread recognition that poor quality school food is unacceptable. Through integrated media, digital and advocacy work, you’ll ensure quality school food is viewed as a vital tool for healthy development and food literacy. 

You will turn strategic direction into coordinated delivery, leading a multidisciplinary team that increases our influence, strengthens our reputation and helps achieve meaningful improvements in school food.

Working closely with External Affairs colleagues and Chief Executive, you will ensure our public profile, policy influence and media work reinforce one another, while creating the management capacity required for a growing organisation. This builds on the new functional structure where media and content, policy and campaigns, and the School Food Review programme all sit within External Affairs.

We want Chefs in Schools to become the most trusted and recognisable voice in the conversation around school food and food literacy. This role will play a central part in building that influence and recognition.

We are looking for somebody who understands that influence is built through consistency, credibility, creativity and cultural relevance as much as through formal communications activity alone. 

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

Leadership

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the External Affairs team.

• Translate organisational strategy into clear plans and objectives.

• Ensure media, content creation, campaigns, policy and coalition activity reinforce one another.

• Set priorities and allocate resources across competing work.

• Develop team capability through coaching, support and performance management.

• Contribute to organisational strategy and annual planning.

• Advise on reputational opportunities and risks.

• Ensure innovation is embedded at the heart of our work and approach.

• Deputise at SLT level where appropriate.

• Represent the organisation externally.

• Build a collaborative, ambitious, solutions-focused culture.

Operational planning

• Develop and oversee the annual External Affairs plan in line with strategy.

• Coordinate campaign calendars, policy priorities, publications and media moments.

• Ensure external activity supports fundraising, programmes and partnerships.

• Monitor delivery against KPIs and adjust plans where required.

Campaigns and public engagement

• Provide strategic oversight of policy development and campaigning.

• Challenge and refine policy recommendations before publication.

• Ensure campaigns are evidence-led and aligned with organisational strategy.

• Support relationships with government, sector leaders and coalition partners.

• Build strong relationships with media, MPs, councillors and key stakeholders.

Media & communications

• Oversee media strategy and organisational messaging.

• Ensure consistency across press, social media, website, publications and events.

• Identify media moments and hard hitting stories that will hit the headlines. 

• Sign off major messaging and communications.

• Lead communications planning around major announcements or crises.

School Food Review 

• Provide strategic oversight of the School Food Review programme.

• Ensure coalition work complements Chefs in Schools wider influencing strategy.

• Support senior relationships with coalition partners and funders.

• Remove barriers to delivery for the Programme Manager.

Budget & governance

• Manage the External Affairs budget.

• Ensure safeguarding, risk management and governance requirements are met.

• Oversee procurement of agencies and consultants.

ABOUT YOU

Essential experience and skills

• Significant senior leadership experience across media relations, campaigns, policy or public affairs.

• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams.

• Strong operational planning skills.

• Excellent political judgement.

• Experience influencing senior stakeholders.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication.

• Strong project and budget management.

• Comfortable balancing long-term strategy with fast-paced reactive work.

• Strong understanding of the UK media landscape and digital channels. 

• Excellent communication skills – written, verbal and visual. 

• Experience of working with MPs and other key stakeholders.

• Strong alignment with the mission and values of Chefs in Schools.

Desirable

• Education, food systems or public health experience.

• Coalition leadership.

• Charity senior management.

• Experience working with ministers, journalists and on national campaigns.

OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION

We know that strong candidates may not meet every single requirement listed in this job description.

If this role excites you and you believe you could make a strong contribution to our mission, we would encourage you to apply.

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive organisation where people from different backgrounds, experiences and communities can thrive.

Head of People and CultureSalary: £65,000 per annum
Location: London (Hybrid Working)
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week)

TPP is delighted to be supporting a nationally recognised charity to recruit a Head of People and Culture. This is a rare opportunity to join an organisation with a strong social purpose and play a leading role in shaping its culture, people strategy and future direction.

With an ambitious strategy and an exciting period of organisational development ahead, the organisation is seeking an experienced HR leader who can combine strategic thinking with operational excellence. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Group, you will influence organisation-wide decision-making and help create an outstanding employee experience across the charity.The OpportunityReporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will lead the development and delivery of a modern People and Culture strategy that supports organisational goals, drives positive cultural change and enables colleagues to thrive.

This is a highly visible leadership role, combining strategic influence with hands-on responsibility for the day-to-day people function. Working closely with senior leaders, managers and colleagues, you will ensure that the organisation attracts, develops and retains talented people while maintaining a strong, inclusive and values-led culture.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the People and Culture strategy.
• Partner with the Chief Executive and senior leaders on organisational development, workforce planning and change management.
• Provide expert advice on employee relations, organisational design, succession planning and people-related risk.
• Lead cultural development, engagement and wellbeing initiatives that foster inclusion, belonging and collaboration.
• Develop and oversee best-practice approaches to recruitment, onboarding, performance management and learning and development.
• Ensure all HR policies and processes remain compliant, effective and aligned with organisational values.
• Monitor and report on workforce metrics, people-related KPIs and organisational risks.
• Lead and develop the People function, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality HR service.
• Support the successful delivery of organisational change programmes and consultation processes.

About YouYou will be a credible and influential People leader with a passion for creating environments where people and organisations can flourish.

We're looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Significant experience developing and delivering people strategies aligned to organisational objectives.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience advising senior leaders on complex people and organisational issues.
• A track record of leading culture change, engagement and organisational development initiatives.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Experience managing employee relations matters and consultation processes.
• Strong leadership and team management capability.
• Experience using HR systems, workforce data and reporting to inform decision-making.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach with excellent judgement and influencing skills.

Why Join?This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference within an organisation committed to delivering positive social impact. You will join at a pivotal moment, helping shape the future culture, capability and employee experience of a respected national charity.

The organisation is committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Applications are encouraged from candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.TPP's deadline 17th August 2026.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Head of Belonging and Support
Create Connection, Belonging and Opportunity for Students. 

At the heart of every great student experience is a sense of belonging - and we're looking for a leader who can help create it.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape how students connect, participate and access support across Exeter Students' Guild As our Head of Belonging and Support, you will lead the systems, services and communities that help students build confidence, develop relationships and make the most of their university experience. You'll oversee student-led activity, communities, volunteering and independent advice services, ensuring they are accessible, inclusive and designed around student needs. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you'll play a pivotal role in creating opportunities for all students to engage, thrive and progress into leadership. If you're a strategic leader who is passionate about inclusion, empowerment and creating meaningful student experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

Role: Head of Belonging and Support
Hours: 35 hours per week (worked flexibly)
Salary: Grade E £52,055.01 - £55,225.18
Contract: Full Time Fixed Term for 2 years
Location: Exeter/Hybrid

Who are we?

Exeter Students’ Guild is the University of Exeter’s students’ union, led by students for students. We’re an independent charity, offering a wide range of opportunities, services and support to help students get the most out of their unique journeys at university. This includes everything from social activities to making sure things are going well on their academic course. We have over 300 student groups and all of our work is led by, and in the best interest of our members.

The Guild is a truly rewarding place to work. Our talented and passionate staff make a real difference to the lives of students every single day, working together to achieve the Guild’s purpose: to shape an excellent student experience for all students at Exeter by empowering them to take their place in the world and make a positive difference. We are looking for people who recognise that the Guild is student-led and share a genuine passion for student engagement and empowerment. If you share a commitment to our values and want to be part of a radically inclusive organisation with a seriously exciting future ahead, we can’t wait to hear from you.

What will you bring?

• You'll have significant experience leading participation, engagement, student support, or community-focused services at a strategic level.
• You'll be able to design and improve systems that make it easy for people to engage, access support and achieve their goals.
• You’ll have a strong understanding of inclusion, belonging and the barriers that can prevent people from participating fully.
• You’ll be confident leading complex services involving safeguarding, risk management and stakeholder partnerships.
• You’ll know how to build strong relationships, influence a range of stakeholders and work collaboratively to achieve shared outcomes.
• You’ll be an empowering leader who develops people through coaching, support and inclusive leadership.
• You'll share our commitment to student empowerment, equitable access and creating opportunities for all students to thrive.

We offer lots of great benefits including enhanced family pay, at least 6-weeks’ holiday, sustainable travel incentives, access to exclusive discounts and perks and a free confidential advice service. We’re committed to helping you achieve a healthy balance between your work and home life through a real commitment to flexible and hybrid working. We also provide access to great development opportunities, including a personal development budget for you to spend on sharpening your skills. We’ll also help you to gain valuable experience, ensuring that you have opportunities to grow your career both here at the Guild and beyond.

Inclusion is central to the Guild. We approach our work collaboratively, empower our people and celebrate our uniqueness. If you’re driven to empower others and achieve great things, you’ll fit right in. Our people are proud of who they are and value each other’s differences, and we are committed to creating a diverse community that is radically inclusive of race, gender, age, religion, identity and experience.

To view the role profile and to find out more about us and how we support our students LOVE Exeter, please visit our website.

For general enquiries, please contact us using the details located on our webiste. 

How to Apply?

NOTE: To apply for this position, you will need to submit your application via our recruitment portal located on our website. 

Application Timeline

• Closing Date: 9am 24 August
• Shortlisting: 25 – 27 August
• Assessment Day: 9-10 September

Please submit your application via our recruitment portal. You will need to provide an up-to-date copy of your CV, and answer the following questions related to the person specification for the role:

• Describe a significant system or service redesign you have led. What changes did you make, what informed your approach, and what was the impact?
• Describe a situation where you had to balance autonomy, empowerment or participation with safety, compliance or organisational risk. What tensions did you need to navigate, how did you approach the challenge, and what impact did your decision have?
• Tell us about a time when you identified and addressed barriers that were preventing people from engaging, participating or accessing opportunities. How did you identify the issue, what action did you take, and what was the impact?

Please note:

• We will contact you to let you know the outcome of your application. This can sometimes take a few days.
• You must be able to provide proof of your right to work in the UK before starting work with us. We are not currently able to sponsor employees requiring a visa.
• Applications received after the above closing date will not be considered.

A message from your new Manager, Alison Chambers, Chief Executive

At the Guild, we know that belonging doesn't happen by accident. It takes intentional design, inclusive communities and effective support systems to help students feel that they have a place where they can be themselves and succeed.

As Head of Belonging and Support, you'll lead that work at a strategic level, shaping how students connect, participate and access support throughout their time at Exeter. You'll join a talented and ambitious team that cares deeply about students and isn't afraid to think differently. If you're a collaborative leader who enjoys creating opportunities for others and turning big ideas into meaningful impact, I would love to hear from you!If you would like an informal chat about this role please get in touch.

AT KSAAS, the Operations Manager leads the day-to-day management of the office and administration team, oversees organisational operational and administrative systems, and acts as the key point of contact for all operational matters. They work collaboratively with the leadership team to develop, implement, evaluate and improve organisational operational policies and procedures, ensuring legal compliance, ethical working, effective service coordination and high standard client, staff, partner and stakeholder experience. They line manage the administrative staff and coordinate the volunteering & training services. At KSAAS, the operations lead is supported directly by the CEO, Head of ISVA Services & Head of Therapeutic Services and indirectly by the Board of Trustees.  We are looking for a candidate who has extensive experience of administrative or operations roles, preferably at manager level, and able to work in the Canterbury office several days a week. 

Kent Sexual Assault & Abuse Service is a feminist organisation that firmly believes that sexual violence against women and girls arises from the patriarchal social structure in our society.  We believe this social structure causes and propagates gender inequality and that sexual violence is one tool that is used to control women and girls as part of this social dynamic.  We recognise the sexual violence affects people of all genders and provides a safe space for all survivors of sexual violence across Kent & Medway, where they can access the high-quality trauma-informed specialist practical and therapeutic support they need to recover from the impact of sexual violence and rebuild their lives.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Motivated to make a difference and connect communities through sport, you'll be a proactive natural connector who thrives on helping others succeed. With effective communication and organisational skills, you'll confidently support grassroots groups and build lasting impact across the East. Join Sported as a Regional Delivery Officer and you could be playing a vital role in the heart of our Field Team.

About the role

As the key contact for Sported groups across Buckinghamshire, Bedford, Essex or Hertfordshire, you'll play a vital role in helping community led organisations grow, become more sustainable and maximise their impact. You'll build effective relationships with these groups, understand their challenges and opportunities, and connect them to the support, resources and funding they need to thrive. This involves welcoming new groups to our network and supporting existing ones to develop.

Working closely with colleagues, volunteer consultants and partners, you'll help deliver projects and programmes that strengthens and develops them and creates positive outcomes for people and communities. You'll also contribute to volunteer engagement, partnership development, grant administration and project evaluation, while ensuring accurate records and data are maintained across your area.

 About You

Are you passionate about the power of sport to strengthen communities and change lives? We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic about supporting grassroots organisations, ideally within sport (but please still apply if not in the sport sector), and who shares our commitment to inclusion, equality and positive social change.

You'll be a confident relationship-builder with a proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to build trust with a wide range of people. Organised and able to manage competing priorities, you'll be comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative remote team. You will  also possessing a working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and have experience of database management. 

Apply to be part of our team

Benefits 

Joining Sported means becoming part of a passionate, supportive team dedicated to ensuring there are opportunities for everyone, improving health and wellbeing, ensuring communities are empowered. We believe in creating a positive environment not only for the people we support, but also for our colleagues. That's why we offer flexible, home-based working, generous annual leave, a pension scheme, wellbeing support, and opportunities to give back through paid volunteering days. With paid study leave, wellbeing days, and ongoing learning and development opportunities, you'll have the support you need to grow professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. At Sported, you'll be part of an organisation where your contribution truly makes a difference.

Act with Integrity. Champion Inclusion. Transform Together. Drive Change.

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly candidates from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQ+ communities, disabled people, and those with lived experience of tackling inequality. We believe diverse voices are essential to creating meaningful and lasting change.

Please see the job pack, where you’ll find details of roles and responsibilities, and required skills and experience.

The closing date for this role is 5pm on Friday 11th September

Sported is an equal opportunities employer, and we warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from ethnically diverse, LGBTQ+ and disabled communities, as well as people with lived experience of tackling inequalities, because we value the insight and strength that diverse voices bring to creating meaningful change.

We want you to feel comfortable and supported throughout the recruitment process. If there is anything we can do to help make the process more accessible for you, please let us know. 

We want every candidate to have the best opportunity to showcase their skills. That's why we use a anonymous recruitment process and provide interview questions in advance, supporting a fair, transparent and inclusive selection process.

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our friendly and committed team at RASASC Guildford as our Community and Events Fundraiser, working with us for 28 hours (4 days) per week.

Position: Community and Events Fundraiser

Hours: 28 hours, 4 days per week (0.8 FTE)

Salary: £28,000-£32,000 FTE (depending on experience)

Location: Based in Guildford with regular travel across Surrey and surrounding areas

Accountable to: CEO

DBS check: Yes (enhanced)

Closing on: Tuesday 1st September 12 noon

About RASASC: RASASC Guildford Limited is a registered charity supporting people of all genders, from the age of 13, from across Surrey, who have experienced the trauma of sexual harm, whether recently or in the past.

We are the largest specialist rape and sexual abuse support organisation in the county and provide a range of free, confidential, specialist services so that survivors can move forward with their lives, untethered by the impact of abuse.

Over the last two years, RASASC has successfully developed its community fundraising, challenge events and individual giving programmes, creating a strong foundation for future growth.

We are now looking for an enthusiastic and motivated fundraiser to help build on this success and develop sustainable unrestricted income that supports our vital services. The successful candidate will also share and support RASASC's commitment to inclusivity and accessibility.

Purpose of the Role: This is an exciting opportunity to join RASASC at a key stage in the development of our fundraising programme. Over the last two years, community fundraising, challenge events and individual giving have grown significantly and demonstrated strong potential for future development.

We are now looking for a passionate, organised and enthusiastic Community Fundraiser to help build on this success. You'll oversee our community fundraising and challenge events programme, building strong relationships with supporters, local partners and community groups to raise vital funds for RASASC.

Working closely with the Fundraising Manager, you will build relationships with supporters, local businesses, community groups and donors, helping to increase unrestricted income and raise awareness of RASASC's work. The role will also support the development of individual giving, including our client donation programme, helping to create sustainable unrestricted income for the charity.

This role would suit someone with fundraising, events, communications or community engagement experience who is looking to move into the next stage of their fundraising career within a supportive team environment. We are looking for someone who enjoys meeting people, building relationships and creating opportunities for others to support our work.

Key Responsibilities:

Community Fundraising, Events & Challenges 

• Support and grow community fundraising income across Surrey and surrounding areas
• Recruit, steward and motivate individuals taking part in fundraising challenges and activities for RASASC
• Act as the main point of contact for community fundraisers and event participants
• Provide supporters with fundraising materials, encouragement and guidance throughout their fundraising journey
• Promote fundraising opportunities and third-party challenge events
• Attend fundraising activities, networking events and community events as a representative of RASASC
• Identify opportunities to develop new community fundraising initiatives and partnerships
• Build relationships with local businesses and organisations
• Support fundraising volunteers where appropriate

Supporter Stewardship & Individual Giving

• Deliver excellent supporter care and stewardship
• Build positive relationships with donors, fundraisers and supporters
• Support the growth of individual giving, including one-off and regular donations
• Promote and help develop RASASC's client donation programme, encouraging those who wish to give back to support the charity's work
• Ensure supporters receive timely thanks, updates and recognition
• Help encourage repeat support and long-term engagement with the charity
• Gather and share supporter stories and fundraising successes

Fundraising Communications

• Support the promotion of fundraising campaigns, challenge events and supporter stories
• Work with the Communications and Engagement Manager to identify opportunities to improve supporter engagement, fundraising communications and digital fundraising activity
• Provide fundraising content and updates to help raise awareness of RASASC and the impact of our work.

Administration

• Maintain accurate supporter records, donations and fundraising activity using Donorfy
• Provide activity and income updates to the Fundraising Manager
• Support monitoring of fundraising performance and supporter engagement
• Ensure fundraising activities comply with organisational policies, GDPR and fundraising regulations.

Person Specification

Essential Experience & Skills

• At least 1-2 years’ experience in fundraising, events, communications, marketing, customer engagement or a similar people focused role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with supporters, volunteers, businesses and community groups
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously and prioritise effectively
• Ability to motivate and engage supporters, volunteers or customers
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Experience of using CRMs (databases) to collate data, create impact reports and input and manage donor information
•  Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Commitment to the aims and values of RASASC

Desirable

• Experience of community fundraising or supporter engagement
• Experience of supporting fundraising events or challenge events
• Experience of creating content for social media, newsletters or email communications
• Knowledge of fundraising good practice and donor stewardship
• Experience of working with volunteers.

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about the work of RASASC and committed to supporting survivors
• Enthusiastic, positive and motivated, with a genuine desire to make a difference
• Highly organised, able to manage a range of activities and priorities effectively
• A confident relationship-builder who enjoys meeting new people and developing connections
• Creative and proactive, with the ability to identify new fundraising opportunities and engage supporters
• An excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing, with the skills to inspire and engage a wide range of audiences
• Comfortable working independently while contributing positively to a team
• Flexible and adaptable
• Happy to travel across Surrey and surrounding areas to meet supporters, attend events and represent the charity
• Committed to delivering excellent supporter experiences and building long term relationships

Additional Requirements

• The role requires occasional evening and weekend working to attend fundraising events, networking opportunities and supporter activities
• Willingness and ability to travel across Surrey and surrounding areas to meet supporters, attend events and represent the charity

Why Join Us?

Community fundraising and challenge events at RASASC have grown significantly over the last two years, exceeding income targets and creating exciting opportunities for future development.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a difference and keen to develop their fundraising career. The successful candidate will gain experience across community fundraising, events and challenges, supporter stewardship and individual giving, while being supported by an experienced Fundraising Manager. As a new role within a growing fundraising programme, there is real opportunity to shape and develop the position, bring fresh ideas, and play a key role in building sustainable income for the future.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to help shape the next phase of an established fundraising programme, build meaningful relationships with supporters and play a direct role in securing income that enables RASASC to continue supporting survivors across Surrey.

We are proud to be a caring, compassionate and committed team, united by the belief that survivors deserve the very best support. We care deeply about our work and work collaboratively to make a difference every day. We're looking for someone who shares our values, brings energy and enthusiasm to their work, and wants to be part of a team that is supportive, welcoming and passionate about creating positive change.

In return, we can offer you 25 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time hours, eight public holidays (pro rata for part-time hours) contributory pension scheme and reimbursement of travel expenses at 55p per mile.

If you are interested in joining our team or if you have any questions about the role, please do give us a call as we would love to hear from you – contact:

Helen Stanley (Fundraising Manager) - contact details on our advert on our website

or Daisy Anderson (Chief Executive Officer) - contact details on our advert on our website

We are committed to equal opportunities, and we warmly encourage applications from all sections of the community particularly applicants from diverse groups

How to Apply:

Please download the application form from our website and email it to Liz Joyce, as per the details on our website

Please note we do not accept CVs.

This recruitment will close by 12 noon Tuesday 1st September 2026. First interviews will be held on Tuesday 8th September or Wednesday 9th September.

About The Role

Join Our Award-Winning Team at Care South!

Role: Company Secretary & Data Protection Officer

Pay: £65,000 per annum plus car allowance and mileage

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week

Working Pattern: General working hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday. Occasional working from home with CEO approval

Location: Office based role, based at Care South’s head office in Poole

About the Role

Care South is seeking an exceptional Company Secretary & Data Protection Officer (DPO) to join our senior team at our Head Office in Poole.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors, this critical senior hybrid position places you at the very heart of our strategic operations.

You will hold the keys to our corporate governance while simultaneously serving as our legally designated expert and strategic lead on all aspects of UK GDPR and information privacy.

This is not a standard administrative role; it is a high-visibility position for a resilient, diplomatic professional who thrives on variety and complexity. One day you will be advising the Board and ensuring compliance with Company and Charity law, and the next you will be championing "privacy by design" across the organisation, managing corporate risk frameworks, and navigating complex regulatory landscapes.

If you possess a flawless eye for detail, an executive presence, and a deep passion for both corporate compliance and data privacy, we want to hear from you.

You will be joining a leading not-for-profit charity providing high-quality Residential Care, Care at Home and Assisted Living services. Care South is one of the Top 20 care companies, as rated on carehome co uk, based on published reviews from residents and their family and friends, endorsing our strong reputation in providing high quality care.

About You

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as a Company Secretary or Board Secretary within a corporate or charitable environment.

• Qualified Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland professional qualification or a legal qualification.

• A professional Data Protection/Privacy qualification (e.g., CIPP/E Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection) or equivalent deep experience.

• Strong knowledge of the Companies Act, Charities Act and UK GDPR frameworks.

Skills & Attributes

• Pragmatic, pro-active and “can do” attitude”.

• Executive presence - exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the diplomacy and tact required to advise Board members and Senior Executives.

• Strong organisational skills.

• Meticulous accuracy -utmost attention to detail regarding minutes, legal registers, and regulatory compliance timelines

• Resilience & pace - ability to handle complex workloads, maintain absolute confidentiality and discretion, and work under pressure using your own initiative.

• Tech Savvy - advanced proficiency in MS Office suite with a solid understanding of modern IT security frameworks.

• Understanding of and adherence to Care South’s HEART values of Honesty, Excellence, Approach, Respect and Teamwork.

Your Rewards and Benefits

At Care South, we really value all our staff, whatever the role. We offer a stimulating and incredibly rewarding career, and we celebrate our colleagues every year through the Care South Stars Awards.

As a not-for-profit charity and registered company limited by guarantee, our focus isn't on owners or shareholders - it's firmly on those in our care and those who care for them. We are continually looking for ways to enhance the reward and recognition of our amazing Care South team.

Our current benefits package includes:

• Competitive salary
• Car allowance
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Permanent ill-health insurance
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Allocated car parking space at head office
• Paid induction and ongoing training
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Blue Light Card and online retail discounts
• Free Enhanced DBS check
• Staff Association
• Annual Care South Stars Awards

What You Need to Know

• You must be aged 18 or over
• This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check
• We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position
• A full UK driving licence 
• Own car with business insurance and regular travel across the Care South portfolio as and when required

Apply today and become part of something truly special!

Deadline for applications: Friday 4 September 2026
Interviews planned for week commencing: Monday 14 September 2026