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Lead the Pensions Board's external voice and media presence, shaping clear, impactful communications on key financial and ethical investment issues. Partnering closely with senior leaders, you'll drive strategic messaging, manage high-profile media relationships, and enhance the organisation's reputation and influence.

Within the Communications directorate, the Financial communications team handles external and press communications for two separate legal entities- the Church Commissioners and the Pensions Board - and works with other parts of the wider organisation to support with communications matters related to Finance.

This senior role within the team is focused on explicitly supporting the Pensions Board.

About the Pensions Board

The Pensions Board provides retirement services to those who serve or work for the Church. Both a regulated pension fund and registered charity, more than 43,000 people rely on the us for their pensions. A leader in ethical and responsible investment, we carefully steward the £3.5bn of pension savings entrusted to us to not only grow our members' pensions, but also to drive systemic and lasting change across the industries and sectors in which we invest for a just and sustainable word. The Pensions Board is globally recognised for its leadership role on Responsible Investment and recently set out five new ethical and responsible investment priorities that will shape its approach over the coming decade. The Pensions Board also supports 2,300 retired clergy with housing, including managing a national portfolio of 1,200 rented homes and Community Living options, and (from 2026) supports members across their working life with financial wellbeing services.

This advert closes for applications on Thursday 16 July 2026

First round interviews and screening assessments will take place on Thursday 23 July 2026 at Church House, Westminster

Second round interviews will take place on Thursday 11 August 2026 at Church House, Westminster

This role serves as the strategic lead on media, and external communication matters for the Pensions Board, advising and working with senior leaders to propose, develop and execute well thought through proactive and reactive communication strategies to realise delivery of our biggest priorities

It is a hybrid and matrix role. The role holder will work within the NCIs' multi-disciplinary national Communications team ensuring the Board's external communications response is resilient, best practice and well-planned while also taking a steer on initiatives and the handling of key topics from leaders within the Pensions Board. Being able to influence and engage with senior leaders from multiple expert disciplines will be absolutely essential.

Your day-to-day reporting line for key work objectives is to the Director of Strategy & Engagement in the Pensions Board. Professional development and formal line management will be undertaken by the Head of Financial Communications in the NCI's Comms team.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaboration
* Be the primary 'lead' press contact for key stakeholders at the Pensions Board, with a particular focus on ethical and Responsible Investment.
* Lead the development of external media plans to support delivery of the Board's objectives, aligning these with customer communications and stakeholder plans being formed within the Board, working closely with the Customer Communications Manager and Engagement colleagues in Housing and Pensions
* Work as part of the Financial Communications team to manage the relationship with the Ethical Investment Advisory Group,
* Proactively initiate, build and manage complex relationships with key financial and specialist journalists who cover the work of the Pensions Board, strengthening the Board's media presence.
* Work with the digital communications team to initiate social media content for the Pensions Board, including establishing and managing the Board's LinkedIn presence.

Communications planning/proactive comms
* Initiate and sustain effective external communications planning on a monthly and annual basis. This includes setting clear objectives to enhance effectiveness, close gaps and prioritising 'media' requests across Pensions Board teams.
* Be responsible for the development and delivery of key KPIs assessing media performance, and external reach, reporting to the Pensions Board's Director of Strategy & Engagement.
* Put in place a robust comms calendar
* Shape and author messaging ahead of anticipated media interest with an aim to grow the influence of the Pensions Board.
* As a trusted and savvy communications expert, advise internal stakeholders in the development and communication of their core messaging, especially on key projects and initiatives.
* Proactively identify and realise PR opportunities for the Pensions Board aligned to the Board's delivery plan, key strategic projects and making the most of opportunities with wider Church networks.

Reactive comms
* Monitor press coverage and distribute to internal contacts
* Respond professionally to media enquiries from news organisations, including the rapid development of agreed responses to media enquiries, seeking counsel from the Head of Financial Communications to enhance the response. Staying calm under pressure will be essential.
* Field media requests for interviews, photo calls, events, and similar.
* Support with media training and photo shoots for internal stakeholders, including working with and coaching colleagues (at all levels) to enhance their confidence with media exposure.

Content and events
* Identify and organise relevant speaking, conference and award opportunities, including speech writing where needed.
* Collaborate on the production of the PB's annual review, Stewardship Report and other reports - liaising with internal stakeholders, collating and editing content, working with the design agency, and managing budget
* Initiate, manage and maintain excellent relationships with external suppliers and design agencies, including instilling clear standards for delivery.
 

Essential
Knowledge/Experience
* Knowledge of pensions and investments industry, including regulatory landscape
* Interest in responsible and ethical investment
* Significant experience of financial communications, including authoring content, developing strategies for engagement and communications planning.
* Significant experience of working with media including working with and managing relationships with journalists.
* Track record of delivering text and work to spec and on time
* Experience of influencing and working with stakeholders to director level, with proven experience of building trusted 'advisory' relationships.
* Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary communications team, and balancing the needs of different stakeholders.
* Understand the Board's fiduciary duty to its members, maintaining strict boundaries on confidential information as and when required.
* Journalistic or communications experience within a high-profile organisation

Skills & Abilities:
* Excellent writing skills
* Good time-management
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Good attention to detail and an eye for good design
* Able to balance strategic and tactical delivery
* Self-starting and organising, with a track record in effective prioritisation of communication deliverables.
* High level of emotional intelligence and personal/professional resilience.

Qualifications & Training:
* Relevant qualifications in media or public relations, with a commitment to ongoing professional development e.g. through CIPR or equivalent.

Desirable
* Existing network among journalists
* Experience within the charitable services sector.
* Knowledge of the Church of England and/or the work of the Pensions Board

Do you want to work for an organisation that nurtures and encourages talented employees?

Do you enjoy both the task-focused and strategic elements of charity finance?

Do you want to work for an organisation with a mission to change the trajectories of children’s lives?

TLG’s Finance Manager role could be the role for you!

Title: Finance Manager

Location: Hybrid – TLG’s National Support Centre, West Yorkshire (minimum 40% office-based including Tuesdays)

Salary: £37,066 - £40,090 (FTE)

Hours: Flexible, 30 – 37.5 hours per week (0.8 – 1.0 FTE)

Reporting To: Director of Finance

Contract: Permanent

About TLG

Transforming Lives for Good (TLG) is a Christian children’s wellbeing charity rooted in the conviction that the local church is central to God’s mission of restoration and hope for children and families. Today, through our existing programmes of Early Intervention and Make Lunch, over 220 churches are partnering with TLG, supporting 4,699 children each year, with 1,059 children and family members connecting into the wider support of the church as a place of belonging, care and hope.

About the Role

As we journey towards our vision to bring fullness of life for every child, no matter what struggles they face, we’re looking for a passionate, motivated and mission-driven individual to join our team as Finance Manager. 

The Finance Manager will play a central role in shaping the financial strength and future growth of the charity. As the operational lead for day-to-day finance, you’ll ensure robust financial controls, deliver accurate and timely reporting, and provide clear, strategic insight that empowers leaders across the organisation. Working closely with the Director of Finance, you will be a key voice in safeguarding financial health and driving forward our mission.

As someone who has completed or nearly completed their Accountancy qualification, you will be given responsibility in an environment centred on growth. The Finance Manager will lead a high-performing finance function, bringing expertise across budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and analysis. You will oversee and continually improve financial systems and processes, ensuring they are efficient, compliant, and fit for a growing organisation with ambitious goals. As you take on this impactful role, we will support and develop you as a leader with sector-leading internal and external training.

Some of the role responsibilities include elements of:

• Financial Management & Reporting
• Budgeting & Planning
• Systems & Processes
• Financial Leadership

Whilst the responsibilities and feel of the role will be familiar to someone with a career in charity finance, the close work with TLG’s commercial subsidiaries, the opportunity to speak strategically in the future of the charity, the focus on career development and the environment of grace and faith encompassing TLG make this role an attractive proposition for anyone who wants to make a difference for Jesus within the finance sector.

About You

You will be a fully or nearly Qualified Accountant who wants to grow in a finance career with an organisation committed to seeing you flourish. You can work well within a high‑performing finance function, bringing strong charity finance experience, excellent technical skills, and the ability to communicate clearly across the organisation, including with department heads throughout the team. You’ll balance strategic oversight with hands‑on delivery of management accounts, budgeting and reporting. Alongside this, you’ll bring an active Christian faith, playing a full part in the spiritual life of the organisation and working sensitively with people of all backgrounds.

Next Steps

For more information about TLG, the role and the person specification, please see the attached Job Pack.

To apply for the position, please click 'How to apply' send a CV and completed Candidate Bio Details Form to Christian Jobs.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Joe at Christian Jobs.

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

As the UK’s leading university access organisation, our staff team is helping over 60,000 young people each year at its 46 learning centres and extension projects across England and Scotland, and we plan to scale-up our
provision to 50 centres over the coming years.

We are looking for individuals who will enjoy working each day with young people and who will thrive in a frontline, community-based, fast-paced and rewarding role. You will be taking up a permanent role as a part-time Programme Support Tutor working in our centre in Brighton. You will work closely with our existing team, supporting the delivery and organisation of the IntoUniversity programme in the centre.

The role at a glance 

Contract

Part-time, permanent 

Start date

September 2026

Working hours

16 hours per week, local school term time only

Salary

Starting salary is £28,250 (pro-rata)

Pro-rated salary is £10,885 per annum for 16 hours per week

Location

IntoUniversity Brighton

Application deadline

9am Friday 24th July 2026

Interview Day (online)

Thursday 30th July 2026

Please ensure that you are available on these dates

Work with us – we have two roles available to be our next Library of Things Manager – one at Frenchay, one in Easton 

Library of Things Manager  
Salary: £13.45 per hour

Location: Easton, Bristol 
Hours: Part-Time, 15 hrs per week 

Location: Frenchay, Bristol 
Hours: Part-Time 13hrs per week 

If you’re passionate about sustainability and our local communities, love working with people and things, can find your way around a sander and a spreadsheet, and want to work part-time for a local charity, then we’ve got a really lovely job for you! 

We need two new Library of Things Managers to run our existing Frenchay and new Easton site, working with the rest of our small team of staff and volunteers to make borrowing as convenient as buying. We’re after people who thrive on being busy, cannot wait to welcome people when they walk in, and approach everything with enthusiasm! (But you also need to be really organised!) 

We’re looking for someone to start as soon as practical, and work around 13 hours (Frenchay) or 15 hours (Easton) per week.

Easton, BS5:
Tuesday: 4.30 - 7.15pm 
Thursday: 11.30 - 2.15pm 
Saturday: 2:00 - 4:45pm 

Frenchay, BS16: 
Tuesday: 4.30 - 7.15pm 
Wednesday: 11.30 - 2.15pm 
Friday: 9.30 - 12.15pm 

The working hours will be mainly around when we are open for lending sessions. 

We're committed to paying the Real Living Wage, so you know you will be paid fairly, and you benefit from free membership of Share Bristol, so you can borrow whatever you want, whenever you want, for free! 

Closing date: 9am on Thursday 30th July 2026
Provisional interview dates: First interviews (online) w/c 3rd August 2026.
Second interviews (in person) w/c 10th August 2026. 

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and will be required to have a satisfactory Basic DBS check.

No agencies please.

SCIENCE PROGRAMME LEAD - MONITORING & DATA
Thetford
Full time, Permanent
£65,907 per annum + 11% employer pension contribution

We are seeking a dynamic individual with strong people skills and a background in biological monitoring and data to provide leadership across BTO’s monitoring and data programme, and to work as a small team of senior science leads to support the Director of Science leading BTO’s Science Department. The post will oversee the line management of a number of existing science heads of team, and work collaboratively with many others to achieve strategic and operational goals. The role requires demonstrable experience in supporting, motivating, and leading experienced teams and excellent people management and influencing skills. It will also require experience in developing strategic vision, setting measures of success, securing funding, and ensuring delivery of multiple and often complex projects. The post holder will need skills in, and a passion for, communicating internally and externally; and a background in leading long-term ecological monitoring, citizen science and/or the management of large ecological datasets. Although primarily a management role, there will be opportunities to oversee project development, management and delivery of work within the monitoring and data programme, and particularly to use the postholder's technical skills to provide strategic and cross-cutting leadership to relevant areas across the BTO. The postholder will be responsible overall for teams comprising over 30 staffand directly line manage the Head of Surveys, Head of Ringing and Nest Recording and Head of Data Science and Bioacoustics teams. Ideally, the postholder will be based out of the BTO HQ in Thetford, but we would, for the right candidate, consider staff working out of the BTO offices in Stirling, Bangor or Lisburn, near Belfast. You will be able to work from home part of the time on a hybrid working regime and flexible start and finish times can also be accommodated to ensure a good work-life balance.

You can read the full role description by clicking on the role description under 'supporting documents' in the job details on our careers page. Please contact us if you are not sure if you meet all the criteria for the role and would like to discuss the role in more detail. Please note that, if you are the successful candidate, you will be required to provide documentary evidence of your right to live and work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

WHAT WE OFFER

• £65,907 per annum
• Annual Leave: 25 days per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with service
• Paid 'journey days' Annual team away days
• Life assurance11% employer pension contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced sick pay and family leave
• Health cash plan Retail discounts through MyLifestyle.
• Cycling friendly employer- gold accredited
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts on: BTO books, Bird care and Opticron
• Free access to BTO training courses
• Flexible working
• Free eye tests and a contribution of £49 towards prescription glasses for VDU use only.
• Free car parking
• Effective job evaluation policy
• Coaching and mentoring scheme
• Staff groups and forums
• Commitment to an inclusive environment and sustainability

Closing date for receipt of applications is 23:59, 9 July 2026 and Interviews will be held on 24 and 27 July in Thetford.

If you have a disability or long-term illness that otherwise prevents you from meeting any of the essential criteria, please contact us to discuss whether a reasonable adjustment could be made. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the vacancy. We recognise that candidates from minority ethnic groups are under-represented in our organisation, and that there are often additional barriers present for people from these groups when applying for roles in the charity sector and beyond. We are committed to taking positive action to expand the diversity of our staff team, and if you meet the essential criteria for a role and are from a minority ethnic background, you'll be guaranteed a first stage interview. In cases where we receive a very high volume of applications, we may need to limit the number of Guaranteed Interview Scheme candidates progressing to interview.

Charity No. 216652 (E&W); SC039193 (Scotland)

Do you enjoy helping people get the most from technology?

Are you experienced in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and passionate about translating real-world needs into practical system solutions?

London City Mission is looking for a Ministries CRM Systems Partner to play a key role in helping our Ministries Department embed and use Dynamics 365 effectively, consistently and sustainably.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of ministry, systems and people. You'll act as the primary CRM partner for one of the largest and most complex user groups in the organisation, helping ministry leaders and field teams use technology well while ensuring that the integrity of our organisation-wide CRM remains protected.

About the role

Dynamics 365 is a critical system that supports work across London City Mission. As Ministries CRM Systems Partner, you will become the trusted link between ministry teams and technology colleagues.

You will work closely with ministry leaders and staff to understand their workflows, challenges and priorities, helping them adopt and use the CRM confidently. You'll provide practical support, training and guidance while also ensuring that requests for changes and improvements remain aligned with wider organisational standards and data governance.

This role combines systems expertise, stakeholder engagement, training, problem-solving and change management. You'll help ministries staff see CRM not as an administrative burden, but as a valuable tool that supports effective gospel ministry.

What you’ll be doing 

• Acting as the primary CRM systems partner for the Ministries Department
• Supporting and coaching users in Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Building strong relationships with ministry leaders and field teams
• Translating ministry needs into practical CRM solutions and change requests
• Configuring and maintaining CRM elements such as forms, views, dashboards and reporting structures
• Improving data quality, consistency and reporting capability
• Designing and delivering CRM training and guidance materials
• Supporting testing and rollout of new functionality
• Working closely with the Database Manager and Systems Development Manager to ensure system coherence and alignment

What we’re looking for 

• Has strong functional expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM
• Can confidently engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Understands data governance, reporting and system adoption challenges
• Enjoys helping people learn and use systems effectively
• Can balance ministry needs with organisational standards and best practice
• Is proactive, collaborative and able to influence others positively
• Has experience translating operational requirements into practical solutions

Why join us?

You'll be joining a mission-focused organisation committed to helping churches across London share the good news of Jesus Christ with people on the margins.

This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact by helping ministries teams work more effectively, improving the quality of information that supports decision-making, and contributing to the ongoing development of systems that underpin gospel ministry across London.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave (pro-rated for contract duration)
• Additional leave between Christmas and New Year
• Attractive pension scheme with generous employer contribution
• Hybrid working approach
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Regular prayer gatherings, team days and spiritual development opportunities
• Opportunity to contribute directly to the mission and ministry of London City Mission

Occupational Requirement

London City Mission is an organisation committed to preaching the Christian gospel to the people of London.

There is an occupational requirement that the person appointed be an evangelical Christian and able to agree with the Mission's Statement of Faith and Conduct.

Accessibility

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know when submitting your application and we will be happy to discuss how we can support you.

Department: Finance, IT & Property (Technology), embedded with Ministries

Reporting to: Head of Technology

Location: LCM Head Office, Tower Bridge Road (office-based, with some remote working)

Contract: Fixed- Term (18 months)

Hours: Full-time 40 hrs a week

Salary: £45,000–£55,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Job Title: Director of Examinations 

Reports to: Chief Executive

Line reports: Examinations Manager (x2) 

The Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth) is a membership organisation and the voice of the profession, with over 4,750 members in the UK and overseas. Our role is to champion the specialty, set standards of training and practice, and influence change to make a difference to the lives of patients with eye conditions.

Job Purpose 

The Director of Examinations plays an important role within the College, providing strategic leadership, oversight and delivery of our exam function in the UK and overseas, at the same time as ensuring alignment with best practice and GMC standards.

This role has responsibility for a budget of £2M+ and for the delivery of exams to around 3,000 candidates each year. The postholder is also responsible for leading a team of six members of staff and forms a key part of our Senior Leadership Team, taking corporate responsibility for the overall direction and operational management of the College.

Main responsibilities 

1. To oversee the strategic direction and delivery of exams 

• Provide strategic leadership for the College's examination function, ensuring all examinations are designed, delivered and continuously improved in accordance with the College's strategic objectives, regulatory requirements, obligations and recognised best practice 

• Develop and implement the long-term exams strategy, anticipating future developments in medical education, assessment, AI technology and regulation to identify opportunities, manage risks and ensure the continued relevance and sustainability of the College's examinations 

• Ensure the College's examinations meet the standards required by the General Medical Council (GMC) and other relevant regulatory bodies, maintaining robust governance, quality assurance and standard-setting processes that demonstrate examinations are valid, reliable and fit for purpose 

• Lead the strategic planning, financial management and performance of the examinations function, ensuring delivery within agreed budgets while maintaining high-quality services and identifying opportunities for innovation and operational efficiency 

• Champion an outstanding candidate and stakeholder experience by ensuring examinations are delivered to consistently high standards of customer service, accessibility, fairness and professionalism, with particular regard to equity, diversity and inclusion, confidentiality and information security 

• Provide executive leadership for the development, implementation and continuous improvement of policies, assessment methodologies and quality assurance frameworks, ensuring alignment with developments in medical assessment and educational best practice. 

• Oversee governance arrangements for examination appeals, reasonable adjustments, examination security and risk management, ensuring robust, transparent and legally compliant decision-making processes 

• Ensure comprehensive monitoring and analysis of examination performance, assessment outcomes and equality data, using evidence and statistical analysis to inform continuous improvement, maintain standards and provide assurance to the College's governance structures and external regulators 

• Drive the development and implementation of digital solutions, leading business change to improve resilience, efficiency, data quality and the candidate experience 

• Lead the strategic development and expansion of the College's international examination portfolio, identifying opportunities for growth while ensuring consistent quality, governance and candidate experience across the UK and overseas in a financially sustainable way 

• Ensure appropriate governance, oversight and maintenance of systems, policies, guidance and digital resources, including candidate communications and public-facing information 

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and evidence-based practice across the examinations function, ensuring emerging risks, operational issues and opportunities are identified and addressed proactively. 

2. To foster close and constructive relationships with key stakeholders 

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with examiners, psychometricians, clinical leaders, regulators and international delivery partners, fostering collaboration to ensure the consistent delivery, quality and integrity of the College's examinations across the UK and internationally 

• Provide strategic oversight of the recruitment, development and performance of the College's volunteer examiner workforce, ensuring examiners are appropriately trained, supported and calibrated to deliver assessments in accordance with regulatory requirements and recognised best practice 

• Serve as the executive lead for the College's Examinations Committee and its subcommittee structure, providing strategic advice, governance support and assurance to enable effective oversight of the examination function and its ongoing development 

• Lead the College's relationship with the GMC, acting as the principal point of engagement on examination matters. Ensure timely and robust regulatory reporting, represent the College in formal discussions, and provide assurance that examinations continue to meet all applicable regulatory standards 

• Build and maintain productive relationships with key UK stakeholders, including the Postgraduate Dean for Ophthalmology, the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges (AoMRC), NHS partners and other professional bodies, influencing developments in postgraduate medical assessment and promoting collaboration across the sector 

• Lead the College's engagement with international partners, including examination delivery organisations, host institutions and the College of Ophthalmology of Eastern, Central and Southern Africa (COESCA), supporting the strategic growth, quality assurance and sustainable development of the College's international examination portfolio 

• Represent the College externally on matters relating to examinations and assessment, acting as a trusted advisor to senior clinical leaders, regulators and partner organisations, and enhancing the College's reputation as a leader in postgraduate medical assessment. 

3. To lead the directorate 

• Provide executive leadership of the team, creating a high-performing, collaborative and customer-focused culture that enables colleagues to deliver excellent outcomes 

• Lead, develop and empower the team through effective coaching, succession planning and identification of professional development opportunities, building capacity and resilience

• Establish clear individual and team objectives aligned to the College's strategic priorities, monitoring performance, fostering accountability and supporting the successful delivery of agreed outcomes

• Promote effective communication and collaboration across the team, ensuring colleagues are informed, motivated and connected to the College's strategic direction, while championing the team's achievements across the organisation 

• Ensure robust financial stewardship, including strategic financial planning, budget management and long-term forecasting, contributing to the College's sustainability and value for money 

• Provide strategic advice, analysis and assurance to the Board of Trustees and Finance Committee, reporting on performance, risks, financial position and progress against objectives 

• Establish effective governance and programme management arrangements to deliver strategic initiatives, foster cross-College collaboration and drive continuous improvement. 

4. To contribute as a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) 

• Play a full and active role as a member of the SLT, contributing to the development and delivery of the College's strategy and organisational priorities 

• Provide visible organisational leadership, promoting collaboration across teams and embedding a one-College approach that delivers consistently high standards of service and performance 

• Contribute to the development, implementation and review of College-wide policies, governance arrangements and organisational processes, ensuring effective and consistent application across the organisation 

• Share collective corporate responsibility for decisions taken by the SLT and Board of Trustees, supporting their successful implementation and promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement 

• Lead and contribute to cross-organisational change programmes and strategic projects, ensuring effective engagement with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver sustainable improvement 

• Champion and role model the College's values, behaviours and leadership expectations, fostering an inclusive, respectful and high-performing organisational culture. 

5. To undertake other duties as required:  

• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Chief Executive

• Extensive travel in the UK and overseas is required, alongside working outside normal hours from time to time during exam sittings. 

Person Specification 

Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience 

• Degree or equivalent professional qualification 

• Significant senior leadership experience in examinations, education, assessment or a professional membership organisation 

• Experience of leading high-stakes assessment or examination services, including quality assurance and regulatory compliance 

• Experience of strategic planning, budget management and organisational performance 

• Experience of leading, developing and motivating high-performing teams 

• Experience of working with Boards, committees, regulators and senior stakeholders 

• Experience of leading organisational or digital change programmes 

Skills and Abilities 

• Strategic leadership with strong planning, analytical and decision-making skills 

• Excellent communication, influencing and relationship management skills 

• Financial and commercial awareness with the ability to manage resources effectively 

• Ability to lead change, manage risk and deliver continuous improvement 

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results 

Personal Qualities (Attributes) 

• Collaborative, inclusive and values-driven leader who demonstrates integrity, professionalism and sound judgement 

• Resilient, adaptable and committed to innovation, continuous improvement and customer excellence 

• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and to continuing professional development 

Other requirements

Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally and work occasional evenings or weekends during examination periods

The Pathfinder will work with the Pathfinder Partnership to design, develop, advocate and deliver tailored support pathways to RASSO victim/survivors with extra or additional complex mental health needs across Greater Manchester. 

You will act as an essential link for SARA’s employees and sessional counsellors to access support from the Pathfinder Partnership for SARA clients by attending Pathfinder Partnership meetings, training, events and client consultations. 

You will work with SARA clients at our centre in Sale, as well as at partner organisations and in the community, working collaboratively with individuals, carers and partners from local multi-agency providers and services, to assess and identify social care needs that may be potential barriers to being able to access support to address sexual trauma. 

This is a unique opportunity to join a pioneering national charity transforming the lives of hens and the people they encounter. Since 2005 the British Hen Welfare Trust has rehomed more than one million ex-commercial laying hens, giving them the opportunity to enjoy happy free-range retirements.

Today, the BHWT is doing even more. Through its innovative Hens Helping Humans programme, the charity is exploring how our feathered friends support wellbeing, social inclusion and rehabilitation, including projects within prisons, educational and community settings. Alongside this, the BHWT is developing exploring improvements in quail welfare and expanding its reach internationally, helping to shape the future of hen welfare, education and human-animal interaction.

This is an exciting opportunity to steer the fundraising function of a growing organisation driving positive change through welfare, education, research and advocacy.

About the Job

Job Title: 

Individual Giving Manager

Reports to:

Joint Head of Operations

Hours:

Monday to Friday 09.00 to 17.00 (1 day per week in office) Part-time hours considered

Salary Band:

£35-40K

Main Responsibilities:

The Individual Giving Manager will lead the development and delivery of the BHWT’s individual giving and supporter development programme, helping to grow sustainable income and build long-term relationships with supporters.

The role combines strategic planning with hands-on fundraising delivery across regular giving, lottery, appeals, legacy giving, in memory fundraising and major donor relations. Working closely with colleagues across the charity, the postholder will enhance supporter journeys, improve donor stewardship, increase recruitment and retention, and identify new opportunities to maximise long-term sustainable income.

• Support the development and delivery of the charity's individual giving and supporter development strategy and annual plans.
• Lead and grow regular giving, lottery, appeals, legacy, in memory and major donor income streams. 
• Create and deliver integrated fundraising campaigns across digital, email, social media, direct mail and other channels. 
• Develop and continually improve supporter journeys to increase acquisition, retention, engagement and lifetime value. 
• Design and implement donor stewardship programmes to strengthen supporter loyalty and long-term giving. 
• Manage and grow the BHWT Lottery. 
• Develop legacy marketing and in memory fundraising initiatives. 
• Build and steward relationships with major donors, pledged legators and high-value supporters. 
• Use Salesforce and supporter insight to segment audiences, analyse performance and maximise fundraising effectiveness. 
• Monitor fundraising KPIs and provide regular performance reporting and recommendations.
• Work collaboratively with marketing colleagues to create compelling fundraising content and campaigns. 
• Identify and test new fundraising products and supporter engagement opportunities. 
• Provide line management, coaching and support to fundraising team members. 
• Ensure fundraising activities comply with GDPR, fundraising regulations and best practice.

About You

To apply for this role, you must have:

• Proven experience managing individual giving programmes and delivering income growth. 
• Experience of regular giving, legacy fundraising, in memory fundraising and/or major donor fundraising. 
• Experience of supporter acquisition, retention and stewardship. 
• Experience delivering successful fundraising campaigns across multiple channels. 
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills. 
• Experience using CRM systems such as Salesforce and supporter segmentation. 
• Excellent communication, organisational and analytical skills. 
• Ability to combine strategic thinking with hands-on fundraising delivery. 
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft 365. 
• Strong empathy for animal welfare and the work of the charity.

Desirable skills:

• Experience of managing staff. 
• Experience working within the charity sector. 
• Knowledge of donor stewardship and engagement best practice. 
• Experience of project management or content creation tools.

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

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

We are looking for an Instructor to be based at our Equestrian Centre in Warwickshire, to help us continue our work. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Instructor (non-ridden activities)

Reports to:  Centre Manager

Based at: Lowlands Equestrian Centre, Warwickshire

Hours: Part Time 20 hours per week, Monday, Friday and Saturday

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £15,859

 Role Purpose

The RDA Instructor (Non-Ridden Activities) is responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of engaging and inclusive equine-facilitated learning (EFL) and non-ridden sessions at Lowlands Equestrian Centre. The role focuses on supporting individuals with disabilities through meaningful equine-based activities, ensuring a safe, structured, and person-centred approach.

Key Responsibilities

Session Delivery

· Plan and deliver all Equine Facilitated Learning (EFL) and non-ridden activities, ensuring sessions are safe, inclusive, and purposeful.

· Lead sessions that promote confidence, communication, independence, and wellbeing.

· Ensure all activities are aligned with RDA values and best practice.

Session Planning

· Design and implement structured session plans tailored to the needs, abilities, and goals of each participant.

· Adapt activities to suit a wide range of physical, cognitive, and emotional needs.

Individualised Support

· Structure non-ridden sessions to meet individual needs, ensuring each participant is appropriately supported and challenged.

· Monitor progress and adjust activities to support development and engagement.

Horse Allocation

· Allocate suitable horses for non-ridden activities based on:

o Participant needs and abilities

o Horse temperament and suitability

· Ensure horses are used appropriately and their welfare is maintained.

 Record Keeping

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date session records, including:

o Attendance

o Participant progress and observations

o Any incidents or concerns

Volunteer Training & Support

· Identify, train, and support volunteers involved in non-ridden sessions.

· Provide clear guidance and instruction to ensure safe and effective session delivery.

· Promote best practice and consistency in volunteer support.

Health, Safety & Welfare

· Ensure all sessions are delivered in line with health and safety policies and RDA guidelines.

· Monitor the welfare of both participants and horses, taking appropriate action when required.

· Complete and adhere to relevant risk assessments.

Person Specification

 Essential Criteria

· Experience of delivering activities in a disability or therapeutic setting.

· Strong understanding of inclusive practice and supporting individuals with additional needs.

· Ability to plan and deliver structured, person-centred sessions.

· Experience of working with and training volunteers.

· Good organisational and record-keeping skills.

· Awareness of health and safety and safeguarding requirements.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable Criteria

· Relevant qualification in Equine Facilitated Learning, RDA coaching, education, or therapy.

· Experience of working within an RDA-approved centre.

· First Aid and safeguarding training.

· Background in education, care, or therapy.

· Knowledge of equine behaviour and welfare, particularly in non-ridden contexts.

Personal Attributes

· Patient, empathetic, and inclusive approach.

· Creative and adaptable in session delivery.

· Confident and supportive leader.

· Calm and observant, with strong attention to individual needs.

· Reliable and well-organised.

· Committed to promoting wellbeing, inclusion, and high welfare standards.

People Manager

12-month Fixed Term Contract

Allkind | London
Hybrid working (typically 1-2 days per week in the office)
Salary £43,300
Full-time 37.5 hours (flexibility considered)
Excellent benefits including generous annual leave (30 days + BH), hybrid working, health cash plan, EAP and strong commitment to staff development and wellbeing.

Are you an experienced HR professional looking to play a key role in shaping people practices within a growing, purpose-driven organisation?

Charity People is delighted to be partnering with Allkind to recruit for their next People Manager.

About the charity
Allkind is a London-based mental health charity supporting people across the full mental health spectrum, from early intervention through to complex needs. Following a merger in December 2024, the organisation launched as Allkind in April 2026, bringing together decades of experience and a shared commitment to delivering compassionate, accessible support.

Working closely with the NHS and local communities, Allkind supports over 22,000 people each year and is continuing to grow its reach and impact. The organisation is values-driven, placing kindness, inclusion and lived experience at the heart of everything it does.

This is an exciting time to join a growing organisation with ambitious plans and a strong commitment to developing its people and services.

About the role
This is a key role within the People Team, working closely with the Head of People and wider People & OD function to strengthen HR operations across the organisation.

You will act as a trusted advisor to leadership while championing a positive employee experience, ensuring the organisation attracts, retains and develops talented staff.

This is a varied role, combining operational HR delivery with opportunities to contribute to organisational development and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and induction processes
• Manage employee relations, including disciplinary and grievance processes
• Support performance management, appraisal cycles and probation reviews
• Provide advice and coaching to managers on HR matters and best practice
• Lead on HR data, reporting and analytics to inform decision-making
• Support organisational change processes, including restructures and TUPE
• Maintain and update HR policies in line with employment legislation
• Oversee HR systems, ensuring data integrity and effective usage
• Support benefits administration and payroll processes
• Contribute to EDI, wellbeing and organisational development initiatives
• Line manage and develop junior People Team members

You will have

• CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent) and strong HR generalist experience
• Excellent knowledge of employment law and HR best practice
• Experience managing employee relations cases and advising managers
• Confident overseeing recruitment and onboarding processes
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• Experience using HR systems and data to inform decision-making
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong initiative
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
• Experience in the charity, health or social care sector (desirable)

How to apply
The application process is a CV and a supporting statement.

Closing date for applications: 13th July at 9:00 am
The interviews will be in person, week commencing 27th July.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to support you through the 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.

Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis?

Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress?

If you can embody our values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness, and Responsiveness, and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you.

Employment Advisor – Connect To Work (IPS Employment Advice)
Reference: 350
Salary: £29,400 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Working base(s): One of Hertfordshire Mind Network’s (HMN) Wellbeing Centres

About the Service

Herts Mind Network is a new delivery partner of Hertfordshire’s ‘Connect To Work’ programme, overseen by Step2Skills, Hertfordshire County Council.

The Connect to Work programme has launched in Hertfordshire in August 2025 and is designed to support residents with disabilities, health conditions, or complex barriers into meaningful employment.

This UK Government-funded programme is part of a nationwide effort to reduce economic inactivity and promote inclusive workplaces.

Connect to Work is a personalised Supported Employment programme that pairs eligible individuals with dedicated Employment Advisors.

About the Role

We are seeking four highly motivated, organised and compassionate Employment Advisors, to deliver the countywide Connect To Work programme in our new Employment workstream. In this highly rewarding role, you will be responsible supporting individuals experiencing mental health problems, and those facing complex barriers, to secure and sustain meaningful paid employment.

This position is part of the Connect to Work programme — a voluntary Supported Employment initiative funded by the Department for Work and Pensions. You will deliver the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model, offering tailored advice and guidance to individuals, while also building strong partnerships with local employers to create opportunities aligned with individuals’ skills and aspirations.

As an Employment Advisor you will deliver the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model to meet individuals regularly to understand an individual’s skills, strengths and goals; developing clear action plans; provide practical support; and co-create personalised action plans.

The programme provides structured, 1:1 and group based person centred support to build confidence, motivation and resilience, to help individuals work towards clear, work related goals.

You will also engage with employers to identify suitable opportunities, arrange interviews, and offer ongoing support to both individuals and employers to promote successful job retention; whilst advocating for individuals to de-stigmatise mental health.

You may also work with a small number of individuals who are already in work to sustain and thrive in their employment.

As an Employment Advisor you will be responsible for:

• Delivering effective 1:1 and group person centred employment support to individuals looking for work
• Delivering effective 1:1 and group person centred employment support to individuals looking to continue with work
• Liaising with employers to seek opportunities for individuals
• Accurate and timely record keeping to demonstrate activity and impact
• Ensuring high-quality support is delivered at all times, aligned with HMN values

We offer:

• Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays)
• An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period.
• Ongoing training relevant to your role.
• An Employee Assistance Programme.
• Eligibility for blue light card.
• Health cover (after 6 months employment) - compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments.

Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle (or equivalent) is essential for this role.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 29th July 2026.
Interviews to be held on Wednesday 5th August.
N.B. Please quote reference number 350 when completing your application for this role.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs.

Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. Our inclusive approach recognises the unique skills, knowledge, and perspectives that lived experience brings to our team.

No agencies please.

Head of Housing

Cambridge, Hybrid

Are you an experienced housing leader who combines strong technical knowledge with confident, values-led people leadership? This is an opportunity to lead a key customer-facing service, shaping how our client delivers housing management services and create meaningful outcomes for customers. 

About the role

As their Head of Housing, you will be accountable for leading the delivery, performance and continuous improvement of housing management services.

This is a key strategic leadership role with accountability for building relationships and working closely with key stakeholders, focusing on a positive and motivating culture within the team while ensuring housing services are legally compliant, cost-effective, value for money and aligned with their values - ensuring customers at the heart of their service development. 

What you’ll be doing 

In this role, you will: 

• Lead and inspire the Housing Team
• Shape strategy and ensure regulatory compliance 
• Deliver excellent core housing management services
• Put customers at the heart of what they do
• Drive service improvement, assurance and professional standards 
• Please see the job description for more information 

About you

They are looking for a confident, housing professional with strong leadership, management and people skills. To succeed in this role, you’ll need: 

• Substantial experience of housing management within a social housing provider, with strong technical knowledge across tenancy management, rent and service charges, leasehold services, allocations, voids, estate management and anti-social behaviour. 
• Strong understanding of housing legislation, regulation and professional standards, with the ability to work in a legally compliant, customer-focused and risk-aware way. 
• Experience of managing risk, safeguarding, customer wellbeing and tenancy sustainment issues, with the ability to make sound, evidence-based decision making that reflects organisational values and legal responsibilities. 
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop employees, creating a positive and accountable team culture, supporting the delivery of high-quality services. 
• Confidence in using housing systems, data, performance information and numerical insight to manage risk, improve services and support decision-making with a structured and organised approach. 
• Experience in coaching employees and excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to build trust and manage complex situations, work collaboratively and handle sensitive, complex situations. 
• High levels of personal integrity, accountability and self-motivation, committed to delivering effective outcomes in line with organisational values. 
• CIH Level 4 or 5 qualification in housing is an essential requirement and a condition of the role. This post is a relevant senior manager role under the Competence and Conduct Standard (Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023). They are willing to speak to candidates who do not already hold the qualification, provided they are willing and able to achieve it within the regulatory timeframe. 

Why join them? 

They’ve held Investors in People Gold accreditation since 2020, reflecting their commitment to inclusivity, wellbeing, learning and professional growth. Joining them means being part of a collaborative organisation focused on continuous improvement and making a real difference. 

What they offer you 

• 28 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
• Option to buy/sell up to 5 days’ annual leave
• Private health insurance 
• Employee discount scheme 
• Defined contributions pension scheme, matched from 4% to 10% 
• Employee Assistance Programme 
• Life assurance 
• Strong focus on learning, development and wellbeing 
• Plus, more when you join! 

We encourage early applications and may close the vacancy once they have received sufficient applications from candidates who meet the essential criteria. 

Please note that Enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role.

Inclusion and Diversity 

Our client welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, and are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and accessible workplace.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of protected characteristics, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Location: Remote (based in Scotland with regular travel across Scotland and the North of England, plus travel for biannual team days in London and departmental team meetings in various locations)

Hours of work: 21-28 hours a week (3-4 days)

Salary: £28,665 - £31,965 pro rata (£17,199 - £19,179 or £22,932 - £25,572 actual)

Contract type: Permanent

Why work for Kids Matter?

• Generous annual leave – 25 days (plus bank holidays) per year pro rata, with time off between Christmas and New Year's additional to this allowance.
• Remote working contribution – receive £26/month pro rata towards the costs of working from home and/or using a co-working space.
• Access to coaching sessions, training opportunities and our Employee Assistance Programme (a confidential support service for staff).
• Flexible working across weekdays to suit your schedule.

About us

Kids Matter is one of the UK’s fastest growing children’s charities. Our vision is to see every child in need raised in a strong family. Our mission is to reduce the impact of poverty on children through community-based parenting programmes.

Research shows that group-based early intervention parenting groups are the most effective way to support children in need. We train peer facilitators in local churches - the largest voluntary body in the country - to run our affordable, accessible and highly effective parenting programmes, written by Clinical Psychologists. They come alongside parents and carers, building long-lasting community in addition to encouraging confidence and learning positive parenting skills.

We value difference and diversity, and we want our workplace to be built on shared values of equality and mutual trust, with team members representing the wide range of backgrounds and experiences that exist within the UK. We therefore actively encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds and varied experiences, particularly those who are African, Afro-Caribbean, Asian or part of other minority ethnic communities, who have lived experience of the impact of low-income/low-support circumstances, and who are living with a disability or identify as being neurodivergent.

About the role

The National Partnership Manager role involves:

• Driving expansion across Scotland and the rest of the UK by identifying, engaging, and securing new church partners and networks.
• Working closely as part of the engagement team, to build and manage a strong pipeline of prospective partners, contributing to national growth targets and KPIs.
• Attending and representing Kids Matter at events through public speaking, exhibitions, and partnership engagement.

About you

Are you confident in pioneering new projects? Do you have strong networking skills? Are you a Christian with an active faith in Jesus? Do you have a passion for Kids Matter’s vision of seeing every child in need raised in a strong family?

Then we would love to hear from you!

Please see the job pack for more details on the role and application process

How to Apply

You can apply for the National Partnership Manager position by completing a copy of our online application form.

The deadline for applications is 13th July at 9am. All successful and unsuccessful applicants will be notified by email.

We also ask for all applicants to submit an Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, which will be sent to you to complete following the submission of your application. This form will be used for anonymous analysis to ensure our overall recruitment procedures are fair and transparent. It will never be viewed or used as part of the selection process. It is optional to submit this form.

If you have any questions, please refer to our recruitment FAQs document. If you would like any application and interview support or you need any reasonable adjustments throughout the application process, please contact Katie Washington (HR & Systems Manager).