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Join our Community Fundraising Team and play an important part in supporting some of The Royal Marsden Cancer charity’s most dedicated supporters. Working alongside the Community Fundraising team you will effectively steward existing supporters, engage our community supporters and identify new prospects.
If you are a high performing fundraiser with experience of delivering income growth through effective relationship management, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
What you’ll be doing:
- Line manage a team to ensure they achieve their objectives and fundraising targets
- Deliver best in class stewardship to develop long term relationships
- Identify and develop fundraising initiatives to engage community fundraising supporters in line with the Charity’s strategy
- Identify opportunities to raise awareness of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity including giving talks and presentations, attending local events and networking events
- Monitor income monthly and contribute to budgeting and reforecasting. Identify areas of concern and where there might be potential for growth
- Work with other teams within the Charity, including Finance, Data, PR, Marketing and other fundraising teams to maximise best practice and supporter experience
What we’re looking for:
We’re looking for someone who is:
· An experienced, high-performing fundraiser with a proven track record of securing financial support from community fundraising supporters
· An excellent written and verbal communicator, able to engage effectively with a wide range of audiences
· A confident leader, able to motivate, manage and support high-performing teams
· Highly organised, with experience in financial planning, monitoring and budgeting
· Proactive and self-sufficient, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to take initiative
· Able to work with sensitivity and diplomacy, including in emotionally complex situations
· Experienced in using Raiser’s Edge NXT and/or fundraising for major charitable appeals (desirable)
Why join us?
We’re a values-driven charity committed to saving lives by funding world-leading research, treatment, and care at The Royal Marsden. You’ll be part of a collaborative, ambitious, and kind team, with plenty of opportunities for learning and development.
What we offer:
· Hybrid working between home and Sutton with occasional travel to Chelsea.
· Flexible working around our core hours of 10am to 4pm
· 27 days annual leave rising with length of service
· Up to 6% employer contributions subject to matched contribution from you (increasing with length of service)
· Training, support and development opportunities
· Access to the Blue Light discount scheme and other discounts opportunities
· Access to subsidised staff restaurants, on-site yoga and wellbeing classes, staff choir and much more
· Range of wellbeing initiatives including access to an employee assistance programme designed to save money and improve your physical, financial and mental health and wellbeing, access to free online GP appointments and free eye tests and contribution towards any glasses required for work purposes
· Opportunities for training and career development
Inclusion matters:
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Applications from all backgrounds are warmly welcomed
Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately, once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications.
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The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money to improve the lives of people affected by cancer.
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Herts Mind Network, (HMN) is a rapidly growing charity providing an essential and diverse range of mental health support across Hertfordshire. We have 8 Wellbeing Centres across the County (including The Sadie Centre) and services include Crisis intervention, Complex needs and Community outreach, Peer and group support, Wellbeing and Counselling, Training and Education: for adults, young people and children in Hertfordshire.
HR Support Assistant
Reference number: 328
Reports to: Head of HR
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week (9:00 – 17:00 with 30 mins break)
Rate of Pay: £26,500 per annum
Working base: Watford Wellbeing Centre with ability to travel to locations in Hertfordshire as required
Contract: Permanent
About the role
This is a position offering someone with the appropriate values and experience, the opportunity to play a pivotal part in our small HR team As an HR Support Assistant, we would expect you to have a strong customer service focus with a remit of providing high quality and accurate effective HR and payroll administration service including recruitment, onboarding and employee lifecycle processes and procedures. This role is part of first line HR support for a current headcount of 200 employees.
Key Responsibilities
HR Support
- To work closely with the team and deliver a high quality accurate and confidential administrative process from recruitment throughout the employee journey at Herts Mind Network.
- Undertake general HR tasks as required and appropriate to the role including responding promptly to internal/external e-mails and completing other general administrative duties accurately and efficiently as needed.
- Maintain accurate records of all employee job changes and ensure the timely preparation and issue of updated contracts, letters and other HR documentation.
- To work in compliance with employment law and best practice for HR processes including, contracts, starters and leavers, employment checks, DBS checks, Right to Work checks and pre-employment referencing.
- Support with note taking for internal HR meetings, with guidance from the HR team.
- Arrange candidate interviews on request and follow up to ensure documentation and recruitment records are held according to our retention policy and GDPR standards.
- To administrate new starters, leavers and salary changes on our outsourced payroll bureau.
- To respond to Subject Access Requests in relation to employee SARs.
- Promoting communication about EAP, Cash plan and other benefits that may be available from time to time
- To work with the HR team to maintain the quality standards system for all groups in line with National Mind Policy and ISO9001
HR Systems and Data
- Monitoring the Breathe HR System, ensuring employee profiles are up to date, including personal data, annual leave entitlement and job changes.
- Creating profiles for new employees on Breathe and ensuring the dashboard is up to date for all employees.
- Responding to queries regarding annual leave and absence, reporting and calculating allowances as required.
- Maintain our online E-learning resource (iHasco) ensuring new starters are onboarded and leavers are offboarded promptly. Complete monthly reporting on mandatory training for each directorate.
- Maintain our Cash Plan and EAP system to ensure new starters are added and leavers are offboarded.
- Ensure that Breathe is up to date and to be able to produce accurate and timely reports that aid decision making within HMN.
- Administrating and prompting line managers to complete the probation process and escalate if there are any performance feedback to the Senior Co-ordinator.
- Complete probation communications to ensure the documents are completed and up to date on Breathe and communications to employee, payroll and cash plan provider is accurate, prompt and up to date.
- Compile accurately information from HR systems and timesheets received each month for submission to payroll for processing.
- To collate and analyse employee data on a quarterly basis to produce accurate reports and visual tables for the Board.
- Update the HMN Organisational Chart and publish monthly intranet announcements on new starters and leavers.
General Responsibilities
- To promote HMN services, attending campaign and open days as required to raise mental health awareness.
- At all times to carry out every aspect of your duties with due regard to HMN policies and procedures including the Equalities statement
- To maintain the utmost confidentiality at all times.
- Undertake other duties as may be reasonably determined by the Senior Leadership Team.
Benefits
- Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays).
- Birthday leave day.
- Cash plan health cover (after 6 months employment).
- Eligibility for blue light card.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Ongoing training relevant to your role.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon on Wednesday 18th February 2026. We will close the advert prior to this date if we receive sufficient applications.
Interviews to be held Monday 23rd February 2026.
N.B. Please quote reference number 328 when completing your application for this role.
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Equal Opportunities
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.
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Assistant Financial Accountant
Location: London, Hybrid
Hours: Full time or part time. Minimum 28 hours/week
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £38k - £40k pro-rata
Annual leave: 25 days per year + bank holidays
About the role
We are looking for a Finance Assistant to support the delivery of accurate, timely financial information and help ensure strong financial controls across the organisation. You will play a key role in supporting month-end processes, maintaining robust audit trails, and working closely with colleagues across finance, data and fundraising.
This is an exciting opportunity to join Tommy's at a time of growth, where you will gain exposure to a broad range of finance activities and contribute to improving systems and processes.
Key responsibilities
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Support the delivery of monthly management accounts, including preparing and posting journals (e.g. fixed assets, investments, intercompany and tax journals).
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Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations, identifying and following up on any issues.
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Maintain accurate records and clear audit trails for all transactions.
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Assist with year-end accounts, audit schedules and responding to auditor queries.
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Carry out first review of payment runs to ensure accuracy and legitimacy.
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Act as backup to the Finance Officer (Accounts Payable/Receivable) when required.
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Reconcile income streams, ensuring they are correctly coded and recorded in the finance system.
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Work with the data team to ensure fundraising data aligns with the finance system and investigate discrepancies.
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Maintain and improve process notes for routine tasks.
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Support ad-hoc projects, including system upgrades and improvements.
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Draft quarterly VAT returns.
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Provide general support to the Finance Team and Head of Finance as required.
What we’re looking for
Essential
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Experience assisting with monthly and annual management accounts.
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Experience preparing accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.
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Familiarity with budgeting and year-end processes.
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Experience working in a small finance team.
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Ability to build strong working relationships and communicate financial information clearly.
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Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
Desirable
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Experience working in the charity sector.
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Experience in a fundraising charity environment.
Why join us?
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Be part of an ambitious charity with big plans for impact and growth.
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Supportive and collaborative working environment.
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Opportunity to develop your skills and grow within a busy finance function.
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Hybrid and flexible working options.
See more about our benefits in the attached Job Pack.
How to apply
Candidates should apply via CharityJob and include a CV and a cover letter (maximum two sides) explaining your motivation for applying and the skills and experience you would bring to the role.
Please also complete the diversity monitoring form as part of your application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Agile - London Head Office (SE5 8FJ)/Home
The Salvation Army, the UK’s leading social welfare charity, is seeking a direct marketing expert to lead its newly formed Supporter Acquisition and Innovation Unit and provide strategic leadership, direction, and management of the annual acquisition programme.
The Salvation Army is one of the largest, most diverse providers of social and community services after the Government. With more than 600 local centres, they make a powerful difference to people across the UK who might otherwise be excluded.
The Assistant Head of Individual Giving is a key, senior role in the Individual Giving Section, overseeing the development and delivery of multi-channel direct marketing activities that inspire and motivate many thousands of new supporters to join the charity’s donor base each year. The post also leads the development and implementation of new acquisition products from concept to launch and meeting an annual fundraising target of approximately £1M. The role leads a unit of three people including one direct line report.
The successful candidate will have
- Extensive expertise in all aspects of direct marketing, specifically acquisition, including detailed knowledge and experience of how best to maximise both offline and online channels, as well as successfully implementing new and innovative products or offers.
- Experience in successful strategic planning, management and implementation of strategy will be critical as well as strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Candidates must be highly organised project managers with excellent leadership and people management skills and the ability to think analytically and critically. They will also possess skills in creative development and, finally, have the ability and willingness to work within, and be empathic with, the Christian ethos and values of The Salvation Army Mission.
Benefits:
25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time) a contributory pension scheme; an employee assistance programme.
Working hours: Minimum of 35 hours per week, working a minimum of 40% across each month in the Territorial Headquarters, London, SE5 8FJ.
Closing date: Monday16th February 2026 at 9am.
In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile and any other attachments.
In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.
Appointment subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK.
For details of how to prove your right to work in the UK please click here and please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship.
We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.
Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.
Our mission is based on our faith in Jesus Christ who wants everyone to experience life in all its fullness.



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The SHM Foundation is a forward-looking philanthropic organisation working globally to drive positive social change in the areas of mental health and wellbeing, education and livelihoods, and the arts.
Our mission is to support people, communities and organisations in developing solutions to the challenges they face, in the ways that work for them. We work with them to improve their mental health and wellbeing; gain new skills, knowledge and employment opportunities; and access excellent artistic experiences that enrich their lives.
We design and implement our own initiatives, conduct participatory research and provide grants to other organisations and projects through our Ember Fund. Ember finds, mentors and funds excellent community-based initiatives in low-resource settings. Our mission is to partner with and support a diverse, inclusive ecosystem of mental health care to grow and thrive worldwide, so that everyone can access the help they need, where they are, in ways that work for them.
Based in the UK but with a fantastic global team, we have offices in London and Nairobi, and work with partners in over 20 countries. We have a long history of work in Africa, and in 2025 we set up SHM Foundation Africa whose work helps communities access tertiary education and mental health support, unlock creativity through an arts-based economic model and enriching artistic experiences and gain new skills, knowledge and employment opportunities. We believe firmly that ripple effects are felt in communities when people feel supported, cared for and able to exercise agency in their own lives.
We are looking for an Assistant Accountant for the SHM Foundation. The Foundation has grown considerably over the past few years, and we are now at a stage that we need someone dedicated to the role of Accounts to develop and support the finances of the Foundation as the Foundation continues to grow. This is an exciting and dynamic role; the Foundation has a pioneering approach to philanthropy, and we are looking to continue to be innovative in our approach and the way we support communities across the globe.
Overview of Role
Job Title
Assistant Accountant
Contract detail
Full-Time Permanent, 6-month probation
Line Manager
Head of Finance
Role Summary
A role with the opportunity to develop and grow. The role is integral to the success of Finance at SHM.
Core Responsibilities
· Accounts Payable and receivable functions
· Assist with the production of monthly management accounts,
· Posting accruals and prepayments
· Bank Reconciliations
· Managing the suppliers’ payments
· Assist with internal and external audit
· Assist with annua budgets and regular reforecasts.
· Restricted funding administration
· Ensure costs are recorded accurately against projects
· Accounts Reconciliations
· Assist in the month end process.
· Assist with preparation of weekly, monthly and year end reports
· Liaising on accounting transactions with SHM Foundation Africa Treasurer
· Assist in developing budgets for fundraising projects and grants
Additional Activities
· General finance administrative tasks
Direct Reports
N/A
Relevant Skills
The successful candidate will:
· Have an eye for quality and real attention to detail, applying high levels of rigour and attention to detail to their work and being willing to look at their own work critically
· Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
· A problem-solving attitude and a proactive mindset.
· Feel comfortable working and developing expertise in a fast-paced environment
· Have technical competence in the Microsoft Office suite including advanced competency in Microsoft Excel
· Knowledge of Sage would be required
· Always acting discreetly, you value integrity and accountability in your interactions with stakeholders, team members and customers
· Hard working with can-do-attitude, organised, able to meet deadlines, eager to learn
Qualifications & Experience
· ACCA/CIMA part qualified who is proactively working on completing their qualification.
· Intermediate to advance excel
· Knowledge of SORP (desirable)
· Understanding of fund accounting and Restricted grants reporting
· At least 24 months’ experience working in a finance department.
We work globally to drive positive social change in the areas of mental health and wellbeing, education and the arts
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Care4Calais
Care4Calais is a volunteer-based charity providing essential aid and support for refugees in France and the UK.
In the UK, we collect and distribute clothing, shoes, mobile phones, and other essential items, alongside offering social support and access to legal, medical, and educational services. In northern France, we operate year-round from Calais, working alongside local communities in Calais and Dunkirk to provide warm clothing, bedding, and services to displaced refugees living in challenging and dangerous conditions.
All of Care4Calais' operations are supported by a small, dedicated staff team, who supervise large volunteer teams to provide critical support to asylum seekers and people on the move in both the UK and France.
About the Role
Care4Calais is recruiting an Operations Support Assistant to support its humanitarian operations in the UK. You will join our team in a remote and part-time capacity, offering regular steady online support delegated by our Operations Support Officer for the UK.
The role requires a proactive, detail-oriented, IT-competent individual with strong written communication skills to offer ad-hoc support to a busy team - a team which registers UK volunteers, responds to incoming queries from the public, and manages ongoing administrative tasks for Care4Calais’ UK-based operations.
Having an understanding of the asylum system within the UK, and therefore the environment that our volunteers work within as they support people that are seeking sanctuary here, is useful for the role. You will receive a thorough induction, and work alongside experienced team members.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide core operational support for Care4Calais’ operations in the UK alongside the UK Operations Support Officer and team of admin volunteers.
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Communicate with and register new volunteers joining our work, both virtually and on the ground, across the UK.
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Liaise with the public via email by responding to new incoming enquiries.
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Manage volunteer data as part of the registration process and store it appropriately, in-keeping with GDPR and Care4Calais policy.
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Navigate the spreadsheets and CRM systems used by our teams for volunteer information storage and management.
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Work alongside a small team to increase the speed and efficiency of our existing processes and procedures, and bolster operations whilst new processes are introduced.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria:
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Interest in, and alignment with, the work of Care4Calais, including justice for migrants and refugees
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Competent digital literacy, including the ability to use Google Workspace and spreadsheets effectively
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Strong written communication skills
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Excellent written and spoken proficiency in English
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An eye for detail
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Administrative and/or communications work experience
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Having an understanding of GDPR
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Experience working with teams from diverse cultural backgrounds
Diversity and Inclusion
Care4Calais is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with lived experience of the asylum and migration systems.
As a proud member of the Experts by Experience Employment Network (EBE), Care4Calais is dedicated to creating inclusive employment practices that recognise and accommodate the unique experiences of individuals with lived experience. We ensure that our recruitment processes are fair, transparent, and accessible to all candidates, regardless of background.
We strongly encourage individuals with lived experience to apply, particularly those who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Application process: Please submit your CV, and you will be invited to answer some brief questions. No cover letter is required.
Closing Date: This job ad closes on 13th March. We are actively interviewing and this job opportunity may close early if we find an appropriate candidate before the closing date. We are looking for immediate starters.
Interviews: Will take place on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early.
Are you passionate about workforce development and improving professional support services? We are seeking a motivated Workforce and Professionalism Assistant to join the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG).
In this role, you will provide essential administrative support to our Workforce and Professionalism team, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. You will contribute to our efforts in supporting the O&G workforce, creating positive member experiences and enhancing workforce services.
In this role you will have an opportunity to:
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Provide administrative support and record management for the RCOG awards process and other key initiatives.
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Support the RCOG O&G job plan review service, including correspondence, record maintenance and escalation of queries.
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Monitor budget expenditures, handle expenses, and assist with financial record-keeping.
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Manage correspondence and ensure timely responses to queries, supporting the Job Plan Review Service.
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Assist with workforce publications, ensuring content is accurate, relevant, and timely.
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Support the coordination of small-scale events and focus groups.
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Take minutes at meetings and contribute to the general administrative processes of the team.
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Ensure compliance with GDPR and data protection principles in managing sensitive information.
For the full list of key responsibilities, please check the recruitment pack.
At RCOG, we are a values-led organisation committed to inclusivity, collaboration, and making a positive impact on the healthcare sector. Join our team, where your contributions will shape the future of women’s healthcare.
About you
This position is well-suited to an organised, proactive and customer-focused professional who enjoys building lasting relationships and working in a dynamic environment. You will bring excellent administrative, communication and organisational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Requirements:
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Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage professionally with a wide range of stakeholders
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Demonstrable experience in administrative tasks
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Working knowledge of supporting meetings, events and committees
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Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and data protection
Desirable criteria:
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Familiarity with NHS workforce or O&G careers.
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A background in working within a medical or membership-based organisation.
Our culture and benefits
As a key member of the team, you will be located in our offices in London Bridge. We offer a friendly, values led working culture with an excellent benefits package that includes:
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Agile and flexible working environment and free lunch onsite
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25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and office closure from 25 December to 1 January
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10% pension contribution after probation
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Enhanced wellbeing and family support
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Interest-free bike and season ticket loans after probation
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Tailored Learning and Development and study leave
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Affinity staff networks
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Life assurance and income protection schemes
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Lifestyle discounts
For a full list of the benefits we offer, please visit our careers site.
How to apply
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Click on Apply to be taken to our recruitment platform, Applied. Please visit our careers website to download the full Job pack.
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Closing date: 10.00 am on Thursday 19 February 2026
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We encourage candidates to apply early and reserve the right to close the advert and appoint before the closing date.
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We believe that diverse teams will deliver the best outcomes for women's healthcare and we strive to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage candidates from underrepresented groups, including those from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. To find out more, please see our Diversity Policy and Equal Opportunities Policy.
Please note: We are only accepting applicants with a right to work in the UK; we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa.
About us
The RCOG is a professional membership association dedicated to improving women’s health care across the world. We do this by setting standards for clinical practice, providing doctors with training and lifelong learning, and working with partners to advocate for women’s health and health care across their life course. We are a global leader in this specialist area, supporting 17,500 members in the UK and internationally.
We are a values-led organisation placing high standards, innovation, openness, inclusiveness and trust at the centre of all we do.
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This is an exciting opportunity to get experience with a large and growing charity with an engaged and fun team. You will be a key part of our mission to find a cure for all types of brain tumours.
Our Systems Manager is being seconded to an internal project for the next 6-9 months and so we are seeking an experienced IT professional to join our team for an interim basis for six months with the possibility of a three month extension.
In this role you will you lead a team of three people in supporting our staff team of 70 by providing reliable, effective and efficient IT systems and equipment. This include the monitoring and maintenance of our IT software and, with external support, our IT hardware.
You will line manage the Database Assistant and Data Processing Assistant.
If you are excited to learn more about this position, please take a read through our recruitment pack provided in the advert.
If you have the skills and ambition that we are looking for we welcome your application. We are really looking forward to welcoming a new member to our team!
We are asking for a CV as the first step but applicants may be asked to provide a targeted covering letter as part of the selection process.
Interviews will be conducted during the application window as appropriate, and will consist of a first interview via MS Teams, progressing, if successful to a face to face second interview, held at our offices in Milton Keynes.
We reserve the right to close the application window early and advise candidates to apply in good time to avoid disappointment.
We are looking for people who share our passion for finding a cure for brain tumours and who have the skills and experience to make a difference. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and helps us achieve our mission. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can be themselves and contribute to our vision.
To find a cure for all types of brain tumours To increase the UK investment in brain tumour research
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Build a resident-led network of community support on the Bourne and Tybalds Estates (in Holborn & Covent Garden ward). The project focuses on estates experiencing high levels of deprivation and inequality, supporting residents to develop skills, confidence and ownership so they can shape, deliver and sustain community-led activities, events and campaigns. Getting involved now offers the chance to shape the project itself and work with people to create a truly empowering, enriching project making a difference to people’s lives.
We are seeking someone who:
- Can engage with the community in an open, accessible and inclusive way to understand their needs
- Has experience involving volunteers in ongoing, active participation in their community
- Is confident organising themselves and others
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £32,000 - £34,000 per year
Contract Type: Fixed term for 24 months, with possible scope to extend subject to budget considerations
Location: UK (minimum 2 days per week in the London office)
Work Pattern: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week with the opportunity for flexible working hours
Reporting To: Chief of Staff (Executive Office), with regular contact with the CEO
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit an anonymised CV and covering letter (please remove any identifying details such as name, address, photos) by midnight on 3rd March via the .
Your covering letter should outline:
Your motivations for applying to this role and what about our mission resonates with you.
Experience (professional, voluntary or lived) that makes you a great fit for this role in line with our values and the criteria outlined in this job description.
How this role fits into your career plans.
INTERVIEW STAGES
Interviews are expected to take place over two stages as follows:
First panel interview: Monday 16th March (30 minute pre-interview task followed by 45 minute panel interview)
Final interview: Tuesday 24th March (45 minute panel interview)
Requirements
ABOUT THE ROLE
We’re looking for a proactive, thoughtful and highly organised individual to play a central role in the smooth running of Mission 44. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of the organisation - closely supporting the Chief Executive Officer, coordinating key meetings and communications, supporting effective governance and decision-making processes, and helping ensure that our strategic priorities move forward. You’ll also often act as a first point of contact for Mission 44, so we’re looking for someone who is collaborative, professional and confident in engaging with a wide range of people.
This role offers significant responsibility, visibility, and variety, and is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is excited by the chance to grow, learn, and make a meaningful contribution to Mission 44’s mission. If you enjoy enabling others to do their best work, have strong judgement, and can stay calm and solutions-focused in a fast-moving environment, we’d love to hear from you.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
EXECUTIVE SUPPORT TO THE CEO (70%)
Provide high-quality, proactive executive support to the CEO, ensuring they are able to operate effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Manage the CEO’s complex and evolving diary, including scheduling internal and external meetings, prioritising requests, anticipating conflicts, and ensuring time is protected for strategic priorities.
Coordinate all CEO travel and logistics, including itineraries, briefings, and expense processing, ensuring a seamless and well-prepared experience.
Act as a trusted first point of contact for the CEO, handling enquiries with discretion and professionalism and ensuring timely, high-quality communication with internal and external stakeholders.
GOVERNANCE AND SENIOR LEADERSHIP COORDINATION (15%)
Support the effective functioning of Mission 44’s Board and governance cycle, working closely with the Chief of Staff to coordinate Board and Committee meetings throughout the year.
Manage end-to-end logistics for Board and Committee meetings, including scheduling, circulation of papers, and maintaining a forward planner for the governance calendar.
Support the preparation and circulation of high-quality Board materials, ensuring papers are accurate, timely, and clearly presented.
DELIVERY, CULTURE AND ORGANISATIONAL IMPACT (15%)
Play a hands-on role in delivering the smooth and effective operation of the Executive Office, coordinating meetings and supporting priorities to be executed to a high standard and on time.
Track actions and decisions arising from Board, SLT, and Executive Office meetings, following up with owners to support delivery and accountability across the organisation.
Contribute to the delivery of key organisational moments, such as team and SLT away days and Board meetings, supporting planning, logistics, and on-the-day execution.
Actively contribute to a positive, values-led culture by modelling professionalism, collaboration, and a delivery-focused mindset within the Executive Office and beyond.
ESSENTIAL
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the highest levels of integrity, judgement, and discretion.
Proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the confidence to anticipate needs, spot issues, and take initiative.
Proven experience of maintaining high-quality output whilst working in a fast-paced environment.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally and confidently with senior leaders, trustees, partners, and external stakeholders, sometimes on behalf of the CEO.
Strong attention to detail, with a commitment to delivering work to a consistently high standard.
Ability to model all of Mission 44’s values in your ways of working.
Passionate about supporting and empowering young people from a diverse range of backgrounds to flourish and succeed.
DESIRABLE
Proven experience providing high-quality executive support in a fast-paced, high-trust environment.
Experience supporting Board and Committee processes, including meeting coordination, minute-taking, and action tracking.
Familiarity with governance requirements and best practice in a charity or non-profit context.
Experience supporting a CEO, senior executive, or Board in a charity, foundation, or mission-led organisation.
Experience working in a small or growing organisation, with the flexibility to adapt as priorities evolve.
Experience using Google Workspace and CRM tools.
Benefits
Enjoy 28 days annual leave, plus a day for your birthday
Use our cycle-to-work scheme and free gym access
Save for retirement with our generous pension package
We finish every Friday at noon in August
Optional health insurance and acccess to an EAP
Professional development budget of £1k
Unlimited volunteering leave, as agreed with your manager
Wellbeing allowance to spend in whatever way works for you
Competitive parental leave package
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Key Information
Location: Kennington, office-based
Salary: from £34,000
Contract: Full-Time, Maternity Cover (9-12months)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm with some out-of-hours work needed for events such as our Spear Celebrations
Closing date: Monday 23rd February (We are interviewing on a rolling basis and might close the application early if we find the right candidate)
Assessment Day: Thursday 5th March
For more information please read through our Work With Us Information Pack and Job Specification.
If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please let us know.
Role Responsibilities
Strategy, vision and impact
- Be at the forefront of leading our ‘big picture’ vision of a transformed society, empowering churches to transform young lives
- Build and implement a strategy for developing relationships with local referral agencies to ensure effective recruitment of young people onto the Spear programme
- Oversee the reporting of the Centre outcomes and ensure the Spear Programme is delivered in line with agreed targets
Leadership, line management and training
- Lead your team with confidence; spurring them on our mission; invest in a team culture of excellence, belonging and fun
- Manage and develop the Lead Coach and Assistant Coach, using a coaching approach to invest in their growth and development. This includes weekly 1:1s, performance reviews and regular feedback
- Equip your team to drive change through a data informed approach, and keep them accountable to agreed targets for the Spear Programme
Relationship management
- Manage great relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including referrers, local businesses, donors, and your Board of Trustees
- Embed into your local church; working closely with your Spear Trustees and congregation, and actively participating in their mission and events
- Partner with the Spear Trustees and assist in implementing their funding strategy by helping to build corporate
- and donor relationships. For example, by hosting prospective donors in the Training Room
Delivery of the Spear Programme
- Support group and 1-1 coaching with numerous 16-24-year-olds: equipping them with practical work-ready skills and resilient mindsets
- Provide guidance to the Lead Coach in the training room when dealing with behavioural and safeguarding situations and upskill coaches with consistent coaching feedback
- Use a coaching approach to engage young people in challenging conversations that will enable them to take responsibility and over significant barriers to employment
Operations
- Liaise with relevant staff regarding site operations and work to resolve any issues as soon as possible, ensuring the office and training room are safe and tidy working spaces in line with health and safety policies
Person Specification
- You are an active Christian, passionate about your work being a lived expression of your faith
- You want to help others reach their full potential, and enable young people to overcome significant barriers to employment
- You have demonstrable experience in coaching, teaching or training and development, as well as being keen to develop these skills further
- You are an experienced and mature leader/line manager, or have great leadership potential, and are eager to bring out the best in your team
- You are confident building relationships with a variety of stakeholders, with effective written and verbal communication skills
- You are looking for a varied, hands-on role, where you won't be tied to a desk
Spear is a dynamic, growing youth employment charity that coaches young people to overcome barriers and thrive in work and life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Wandsworth Community Transport (WCT)
Contract length - Six months initially
• Based in Balham, London SW12 9PZ (on site).
• Part-time Hours: 20 per week (flexibility required).
• Salary: £30,000 + (pro-rata)
• Closing Date: 14th March 2026.
We are seeking a Passenger Services Administrator to work in our busy office, taking bookings, processing financial and membership data, organising schedules and promoting our services across Wandsworth.
You will work closely with our close knit-team of staff, drivers, volunteers, and community partners to ensure our services continue to thrive and adapt to the changing needs of the community.
This is a varied and rewarding role with a lot of potential to develop for the right candidate.
Job Description
Key areas of responsibility:
1. Be the front of house first contact for telephone, in person and email enquiries.
2. Take minibus and passenger bookings for outings and shopping, using our bespoke CTX software.
3. Maintain operational records and statistics relating to all vehicle hirings and ensure that all mileage is accounted for.
4. Update financial records and prepare invoices using Sage Accounts, process petty cash and take money to the bank.
5. Organise the schedules for drivers and volunteers.
6. Produce newsletters and publicity materials.
7. Participate in fundraising and publicity events. This may include evening and weekend work for which time off in lieu would be granted.
8. Attend and take part in staff meetings and evening Management Committee meetings, giving reports if required.
9. Any other duties commensurate with the grading of the post as directed by the Deputy Director, CEO or Management Committee.
10. Demonstrate a commitment to WCT’s Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy.
About Wandsworth Community Transport
Wandsworth Community Transport (WCT) is a registered charity and a proud member of the Community Transport Association. We provide accessible and affordable transport services to community groups and individuals across the borough of Wandsworth. Our mission is to ensure that no one is excluded from community life due to lack of transport.
Key facts:
• Over 25 accessible minibuses serving the borough
• More than 2,000 community groups and individuals supported annually
• 35 staff members and a large team of volunteers
• Annual turnover of around £1 million
• Services include minibus hire, door-to-door services, Shopmobility, shopping shuttles, and outings for elderly and disabled residents
We also deliver essential driver and passenger assistant training programmes. Our volunteers play a crucial role in supporting elderly and disabled passengers, ensuring WCT is truly embedded in the heart of the community.
To Apply
Click on the link to request the full application pack
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Spear is partnering with HTB St Francis Community Church, to deliver the Spear Programme in North Kensington!
At HTB Social Transformation, their mission is to prioritise those who are marginalised within society, creating safe spaces where people are known, are loved and feel that they belong.
The Spear Programme is delivered in Spear North Kensington which offers young people professionally recognised coaching, for free, to support them into sustainable work or education. They leave Spear equipped to thrive in work and life.
Key Information
Location: North Kensington, office-based
Salary: from £29,000
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm with some out-of-hours work needed for events such as our Spear Celebrations
Closing date: Tuesday 17th February (We are interviewing on a rolling basis and might close the application early if we find the right candidate)
Assessment Day: Thursday 5th March
For more information please read through our Work With Us Information Pack and Job Specification.
If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please let us know.
Role Responsibilities
Delivery of the Spear Programme – Group and 1:1 coaching
- Preparing and coaching Spear Foundation sessions and 1-1s, ensuring that young people are engaged, retained and work-ready by the end of this initial phase of the programme.
- Building relationships with young people on the programme and managing culture and attitudes in the training room.
- Adapting the Spear coaching material according to the needs of the Trainees and managing behaviour effectively.
Delivery of Spear Career
- Delivering weekly Spear Career sessions (including running workshops with past Trainees), maintaining records and reporting on statistics, and creatively developing ongoing relationships with Spear Trainees.
Training the Assistant Coach
- Contributing towards the training and developing of the Assistant Coach by modelling excellent coaching and giving regular feedback.
Trainee Recruitment
- Developing relationships with Job Centres and local referral agencies to ensure that the maximum number of Spear Trainees are enrolled on each programme. This involves liaising with referral agencies, active face-to-face recruitment and monitoring recruitment statistics.
Person Specification
- An active Christian, dedicated to representing the values and ethos of Spear and HTB St Francis Community Church.
- You have demonstrable experience as a coach, or a background in youth work or teaching, and are keen to develop these skills further.
- You have a heart for young people and releasing their potential, no matter what challenging circumstances they are facing.
- Effective interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence with a sense of humour and fun.
- You are great at building relationships, with solid communication skills.
- Good administrative and organisational skills, working well under pressure with the ability to prioritise workload.
Spear is a dynamic, growing youth employment charity that coaches young people to overcome barriers and thrive in work and life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Salary: £38,341 gross per annum
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Location: London
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Contract Type: Indefinite
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Hours: Full Time
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Closing Date: 23 February 2026
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First Interview Dates: Friday 6 March 2026
About the role
ClientEarth’s mission is to use the law to protect the earth and its inhabitants. Since we were founded in
2008, we have grown to become one of the world’s most ambitious environmental organisations, utilising
our in-house legal expertise to create positive change around the world.
Join our team as a Database Officer and play a key role in strengthening the data that powers our fundraising impact. As Database Officer, you will be at the heart of our fundraising data operations, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and efficiency across our systems. You will also oversee income processing, support integrations, and drive process improvements, while delivering high-quality data support to colleagues across the organisation.
Meet your Manager
In this role, you will be managed by Sonia Duckett. Sonia is a Database Manager who joined ClientEarth in 2020 and is based in our London office.
Main Duties
- Experience of working with a CRM database, ideally Raiser’s Edge (essential)
- Experience of conducting imports into a CRM database and creating queries and exports (essential)
- Experience of processing income and working with finance colleagues (essential)
- Experience of creating systems and processes that support and improve organisation practice (desirable)
- Experience of working with an email marketing and donation platform such as Engaging Networks and Digital Wallets such as PayPal/Stripe (desirable)
See the job description (below) for a full list of duties for this role.
Role requirements
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills (essential)
- Core IT skills: able to use MS Office (particularly Excel), databases (e.g. Raisers’ Edge NXT; SharePoint), teleconferencing (essential)
- Strong alignment with ClientEarth’s values and commitment to our vision, and mission and equity, diversity and inclusion strategy objectives (essential)
- Strong and accurate data input skills, with excellent attention to detail (essential)
- Strong numeracy skills (essential)
See the job description (below) for a full list of requirements for this role.
Note to candidates: We know that long lists of criteria can be daunting and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified. If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
Further Information
Have a question about this job? Please visit our Careers site for advice on applying, FAQs, and more.
Flexible working: We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based See our Benefits page for more as well as our flexible working FAQ.
ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds. See our equity, diversity and inclusion journey page for more.
Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in the UK.
ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties.
Using the power of the law to protect life on Earth.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Campaigns Lead
Hours: 35 hours per week, permanent, subject to a probationary period
Salary: £34,434 to £36,363 – NJC Scale Points 23 to 25
Based: Working from home, with regular meetings across Greater Manchester; occasional travel to other cities.
BHA is a leading health and social care charity that works to challenge health inequalities and support individuals, families & communities to improve their health & well-being. We offer a range of unique services delivered at local, regional, and national level in the areas of health promotion, community health education and engaging and involving communities in health and social care decision making.
The Campaigns Lead is responsible for creating and coordinating health campaigns across BHA.The role will support all our projects, and our core team, with their campaign work, collecting meaningful data about the work of BHA, raising the profile of these issues and ensuring that the voices of our service users are heard far and wide.
The successful applicant should bring a proven track record in developing and delivering health awareness campaigns or public health communications. You should have strong experience creating engaging content for digital platforms and social media, and a commitment to working with marginalised communities, particularly Ethnic Minority communities and LGBTQ+ people.
We are looking for someone who can use data and evaluation to measure effectiveness, and who has experience of stakeholder engagement and partnership working in the VCSE sector.The post holder will have the following essential criteria:
- Experience of developing and delivering health awareness campaigns or public health communications
- Experience of creating engaging content for digital platforms and social media
- Experience of working with marginalised communities, particularly Ethnic Minority communities and/or LGBTQ+ people
- Experience of using data and evaluation to measure effectiveness and inform decision-making
- Experience of stakeholder engagement and partnership working in the VCSE sector or similar
- Commitment to BHA's values and ethos
- Willingness to occasionally work unsociable hours, including the occasional overnight stay
Benefits of working with BHA:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata
- Birthday leave
- Employee Assistant programme (includes income protection)
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced occupational sick pay
- Flexible working
If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Aydin Djemal to arrange an informal telephone discussion.You can apply by completing the Application Form on our website and submitting it in line with the instructions provided.Your application must detail how you meet the points asked for in the person specification.
CVs will not be accepted, and applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of appointment. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship.
We carry out right to work checks fairly and without discrimination.Appointment is subject to a Basic DBS check. We only request information we’re legally entitled to and assess it in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and DBS filtering rule.
The closing date for applications is 2 March 2026
Interviews will be held on Interviews w/c 09 March 2026
Reasonable adjustment
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications that represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve. As a disability confident employer, we actively work to remove any barriers. Therefore, if you have a disability and have any particular requirements to enable you to participate in the application process, please email us at any stage.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.

