Communications and recruitment lead jobs
About Kinship
We are Kinship. The leading kinship care charity in England and Wales. We’re here for kinship carers – friends or family who step up to raise a child when their parents aren’t able to.
Together, let’s commit to change for kinship families.
About the role
In order to reach and support more kinship carers with these programmes and our other services, we have developed a new Marketing Team to develop and deliver integrated, strategic and creative marketing and engagement campaigns and strategies. This team is now established with clear plans to engage kinship carer audiences, rooted in insights.
Strategic engagement with professionals from the education sector as a conduit to engage kinship carers in our services offer is a key part of this role, and a relatively new area of focus for Kinship. Delivering against a strategic plan already in place, you will be managing relationships and marketing approaches to Virtual Schools, select Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) and other education professionals through umbrella bodies and associations to execute this.
Who we're looking for
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, senior-level marketeer or engagement professional with a strong track record in further developing and delivering successful multi-channel marketing strategies targeted at a range of audiences to join us as a Head of Marketing and Strategic Engagement to oversee this team. Experience in working in the education sector, or an engagement role would be advantageous.
We’re looking for someone excited to hit the ground running, able to plan strategically, deliver operationally and take creative approaches to maximising engagement and acquisition with a small in-house team. A strategic thinker and natural collaborator, you’ll be able to work across the organisation to further develop integrated marketing across Kinship’s services and programmes, and ensure these align with our wider external communications, including to our Kinship Community of more than 12,000 carers.
You will have significant experience in leading marketing teams and have demonstrable experience in delivering successful, engaging marketing and engagement strategies. You’ll be comfortable getting very involved in the operational delivery of our marketing and engagement plans, supporting your team and demonstrating an insight and audience-led approach to both digital and offline marketing, thriving in an environment where you’ll be responsible for overseeing the progress of various strands of marketing activity.
Key responsibilities include:
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Using data and market insights, develop and oversee the implementation of high-quality, integrated and strategic marketing and engagement strategies to support Kinship’s awareness, understanding, interest, income generation, engagement and growth amongst key audiences, with a particular focus on marketing our programmes and services.
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Develop an expert knowledge of Kinship’s target audiences for marketing its programmes and services to (e.g. kinship carers, local authorities, education sector organisations and professionals) and devise tailored multi-channel marketing activities for different audiences to meet service objectives.
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Ensure that all marketing plans and strategies align with, and support, the organisation’s brand strategy.
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Lead the ongoing development and delivery of a focused schools engagement campaign and activity through key channels to raise awareness of kinship care within education settings to engage with kinship carers currently unknown to Kinship, including those from under-represented groups.
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Work closely with leads for Kinship’s different programmes and services, and in the Business Development, Digital and Communications teams to ensure marketing communications and engagement with key audiences are aligned.
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Work in collaboration and co-production with kinship carers and their families to ensure meaningful input and representation in the development of relevant plans and activities.
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Drive forward cross-departmental work to further develop the organisation’s email marketing strategic approach.
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Contribute to the development of performance indicators for all marketing activities, using these to adjust campaigns to maximise effectiveness and provide regular reporting and analysis.
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Line management of a small team.
Essential criteria include:
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Significant experience (5+ years) in marketing, with demonstrable success in delivering integrated strategic marketing and/or engagement strategies which met objectives around engagement and acquisition.
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Experience in a management role, with line management experience, and accustomed to operating with senior-level colleagues.
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Experience of combining marketing and engagement strategies and plans, with experience of stakeholder engagement and management in order to reach a wider audience/consumer/customer.
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Extensive experience of project management and delivering ambitious plans on time, to budget and evaluating outcomes.
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Significant digital marketing experience strategically and operationally with particular experience in maximising digital marketing tools including email marketing systems and paid and organic social.
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Experience using a Content Management System, such as Salesforce and using insights to inform marketing optimisation and planning.
What we’ll offer you
Kinship offers 30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) as well as a generous pension scheme. We have an excellent wellbeing offer including the Employee Assistance Programme and clinical supervision. We will invest in your professional development with training and career development opportunities.
Kinship is committed to championing equality, diversity and inclusion. We believe our work is greatly enhanced by the varied backgrounds, experiences and views represented within our teams. We aim to create inclusive teams, celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be their true self at work. We therefore encourage applications from anyone who fits our values, whatever their religion or belief, sex, gender identity, race, age, sexuality or disability and are actively seeking candidates that can bring real innovation and commitment to us.
This is a fantastic time to join a supportive and well-established team within an organisation with rapid growth ambitions. This role will be what you make it and we’re looking for someone to seize this opportunity!
How to apply
Please apply via our recruitment agency partners, Ellwood Atfield, with your CV via the link.
- Application deadline: Wednesday 28 May, 9am
- First interview: Tuesday 10 June (online)
- Second interview: Thursday 19 June (in-person, Vauxhall)
Kinship reserves the right to close applications early on receipt of sufficient applications. Apply early!
We support kinship carers in their homes and communities, giving advice and helping them work through problems to find the best way forward.





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!
Title: Programme Manager
Reports To: Director of Programmes & Development
Salary: £29,000 - £31,000 per annum, dependant on experience
Location: Home-based, must be located in or with close proximity to Wiltshire and Somerset Contract: Permanent, full time
Holiday: 25 days per annum, plus public holidays
Application: Application Form
Closing Date: Monday 16th June 2025 at 9am
The Charity
The Youth Adventure Trust is a youth development charity working with vulnerable young people aged 11 to 16 years old from Somerset, Wiltshire and Swindon. Our outdoor activity based YAT Adventure Programme enables young people to challenge themselves, experience success, learn to go beyond their own expectations and grow in confidence. Through a series of residential camps and day activities they are able to build resilience, self esteem and develop social and life skills. The YAT Resilience Programme works to the same outcomes through a year long programme of monthly activities, home-based challenges and reflective practice. Our Mentoring Programme works with those young people in need of some additional individualised support at the end of our other programmes. The Trust’s Bursary Programme is open to all those young people who have completed an initial programme, in order to assist their next steps into further activities. Our aim is to make a lasting improvement to the lives of vulnerable young people. All our services are provided completely free of charge to the young people who are nominated by schools and other youth organisations to take part.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced, dynamic and motivated Programme Manager to deliver, manage and support our YAT Adventure Programme.
Responsibilities will include:
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Acting as the key point of contact to organise, deliver and oversee the Adventure Programme to a group of young people, including managing and supporting residential adventure camps and activity days throughout the year.
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Recruiting young people to the programme, working in collaboration with our referral partners including schools and other organisations, ensuring all involved have an excellent understanding, relationship and experience with the Youth Adventure Trust.
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Working in partnership with the young people’s families to promote full attendance, effective participation and ensure they have all the information they require.
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Carrying out direct work with young people to help support their needs and fulfil the Youth Adventure Trust’s aims.
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Providing ongoing feedback to young people, parents, carers and schools.
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Supporting the effective monitoring of the programme and measurement of young people’s developmental outcomes.
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Working with the Mentoring Managers to select and support young people moving on to the Mentoring Programme, and promote take up of the Bursary Programme.
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Ensuring the highest standards of support, safety and safeguarding across the programme and all aspects of the Youth Adventure Trust’s work.
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Taking the lead with day-to-day administration and management of the programme. This will include maintaining a database, producing written communications and reports, information leaflets, website updates, budget monitoring, booking and negotiating with providers, and an array of detailed record keeping.
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Contributing to organisational planning and development, including supporting the development of further opportunities for young people.
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Supporting the fundraising team through providing feedback, reports or event support.
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Be involved in sector networking and awareness raising on behalf of the Trust.
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Act as an ambassador for the Youth Adventure Trust at all times.
The post is subject to a six months’ probationary period.
The Candidate
To be up to the challenge you’ll need an excellent understanding and a proven track record of relevant experience working with vulnerable and challenging young people. You’ll need demonstrable skills at building effective relationships with young people, parents/carers and professional organisations. You’ll need strong influencing and motivational skills; the capacity to get the best out of people and confidently deal with issues and challenges. You’ll be an excellent communicator, planner and problem solver, a strong team player and an exemplary role model.
We need someone with:-
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Commitment to safeguarding and dedication to promoting the welfare of young people.
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Relevant experience of managing young people, preferably in a residential environment as well as outside of this.
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Experience in working in partnership with other professional organisations and parents/carers.
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Strong leadership and team skills to motivate, support and work alongside a team of volunteers, activity instructors and logistics staff.
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Self-motivation with the ability to work on their own initiative to plan and manage their workload.
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Strong IT skills including experience of MS Office, web based platforms and databases.
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Excellent administrative skills and a methodical and thorough approach.
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The ability to perform well and problem solve in high-stress and changing situations. Ability to be flexible and dynamic in approach.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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A positive attitude, high energy and enthusiasm for the work of the Youth Adventure Trust; an understanding of the positive impact outdoor adventure can have on vulnerable young people, and a desire to help inspire young lives.
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The ability to work flexible hours, evenings and weekends as required is essential - the role includes attending several residential camps over the year, and some weekend days working on activities. If you are looking for a predictable 9-5 work environment, this won’t be the right fit.
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A full current driving licence and access to your own vehicle is required.
Safer Recruitment
The Youth Adventure Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and requires all employees to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment and in compliance with current employment legislation, and relevant safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance.
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a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosure with Children’s Barred List will be required for this post;
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we will seek references on shortlisted candidates before interview, and may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications;
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if the applicant is shortlisted, any relevant issues arising from his or her references or application will be taken up at interview;
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in accordance with due diligence checks, online searches may be conducted as part of the selection process on shortlisted candidates;
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if the applicant is currently working with children, on either a paid or voluntary basis, his or her current employer will be asked about disciplinary offences relating to children, including any in which the penalty is “time expired” (e.g. where a warning could no longer be taken into account in any new disciplinary hearing), and whether the applicant has been the subject of any child protection concerns, and if so, the outcome of any enquiry or disciplinary procedure. If the applicant is not currently working with children but has done so in the past, then contact will be made with that employer who will be asked about these issues; and
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applicants should note that providing false information is an offence and could result in the application being rejected, or dismissal if the applicant has been selected, and possible referral to the police.
Please review our Safeguarding Policy available on our website.
How to Apply
Please complete the Application Form which includes the opportunity to outline why you think you are suitable for this role, making specific reference to the Job Description and Person Specification above.
The Application Form should be returned to:
Tessa Woodrow, Director of Programmes and Development
Applications Closing Date: Monday 16th June at 9am
Shortlisted candidates will be notified by Tuesday 17th June
Interview Date: Monday 23rd June, Location TBC
A second interview will be held for selected candidates on Sunday 29th June in the Wiltshire area.
The Youth Adventure Trust sincerely thanks all those who apply, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
Unfortunately we are unable to reimburse interview expenditure incurred.
Data Protection Statement
For information about how we use your data, please see the Privacy Policy on our website.
Equal Opportunities and Diversity Statement
The Youth Adventure Trust is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment.
Additional documentation:
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Application form
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Recruitment of Ex-offenders Policy
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Example Reference Questions
We use outdoor adventure and one-to-one support to empower young people to fulfil their potential and lead positive lives in the future.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ID: 1461 Toy Appeal Campaign Assistant
Service: External Engagement (Fundraising and Comms)
Salary: Grade 1 Point 10: £23,493 FTE per annum + Inner London weighting
Location: London. Hybrid. Two days per week in Central London with the other three days home working if desired. Our office space is wheelchair accessible.
Hours: 37 hours per week (full-time)
Contract: Temporary 24-week contract
From early/mid July through to mid January 2026
Family Action & the Role’s Impact:
At Family Action we support people through change, challenge or crisis. It’s what we’ve done for over 150 years. We protect children, support young people and adults and offer direct, practical help to families and communities.
We see first-hand the power of family to shape lives, for better or worse, so we speak up for the
importance of family in national and local policymaking, amplify family voices and represent the changing needs of families in the UK today.
The Toy Appeal Campaign Assistant plays a vital role in helping to coordinate Family Action’s Christmas Toy Appeal campaign, liaising with companies, groups, our services and partner charities to ensure the timely delivery of over 10,000 toys and gifts to disadvantaged children and young people.
If you are an enthusiastic individual who works well under pressure and wants to make a significant difference to thousands of children over Christmas, then this role is for you! You will gain experience in being involved in a large project and work across multiple teams including fundraising and marketing.
Main Responsibilities:
1. Acting as a first point of contact for the Toy Appeal, responding to enquires from organisations wishing to take part in the appeal, as well as internal colleagues receiving gifts for service users.
2. Responding to all enquiries in a timely and professional manner.
3. Matching gift requests with pledges from donors and preparing information on gift requests.
4. Maintaining a live list of all requests for gifts from approx. 60 services and projects, and over 100 companies and community groups, updating as matches are made and requests are filled.
5. Building positive relationships with corporate donors through written and verbal communications, including email, telephone and occasionally meetings/visits where appropriate.
6. Co-ordinating deliveries of gifts from donors to projects, ensuring needs and requirements of both parties are met.
7. Accurately creating and maintaining donor and donation records on Family Action’s Salesforce based CRM system.
8. Assisting the Corporate Partnerships Manager and Fundraising Administrator with donation processing and administration.
9. Stewarding Toy Appeal fundraisers, encouraging the use of fundraising platforms such as JustGiving, providing fundraising materials and sharing the impact of their fundraising.
10. Researching to find suppliers for gifts that need to be purchased using donated funds.
11. Supporting the Marketing and Communications team by providing regular information and updates about the appeal.
12. To ensure you have an understanding (appropriate to your role) of, and comply with Family Action’s procedures for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
13. To be able to evidence Family Action’s values at all times, which underpin Family Action’s mission of ‘building stronger families’ by:
• Being ‘people focused’
• Reflecting a ‘can do’ approach
• Striving for excellence in everything we do
• Having mutual respect for everyone we work with, work for and support through our services
14. Embrace and implement Family Action’s Equality & Diversity Policy in every aspect of your work and positively promote its principles amongst colleagues, service users and other members of the community.
15. Comply with Family Action’s Health and Safety and Data Protection policies and protect your own and others’ health, safety and welfare.
16. Work flexibly as may be required by the needs of the service and carry out any other reasonable duties as required.
Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):
Essential
1. Ability to work effectively under pressure and juggle multiple tasks – we have a tight window to coordinate thousands of presents!
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills – you’ll be the main contact for companies, community groups and our services and will need to communicate effectively over the phone and by email, representing Family Action in a professional manner.
3. Highly organised – we’re looking for someone who can handle a big excel spreadsheet and is confident with organising logistics.
4. Passion, enthusiasm and a love for all things Christmassy!
Desirable
5. Experience in an office environment
6. Experience coordinating fundraising or donations campaigns
7. Experience using a CRM system
To Apply:
• Click the “Apply Now” link below and fill out our digital application form
• Closing Date: Monday 9th June 2025 at 23:59
• To learn more about Family Action: Careers
Interviews are scheduled to take place from 16th- 24th June 2025 in-person or virtually, with slots throughout the working day and early/late slots available.
For direct queries or if you would like to discuss any aspect of the selection process or flexible working requests, please email: katrina.fritsch (full email address available on the advert document).
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.
We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Intersectionality is important to us and we particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ candidates and disabled candidates because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action. We know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role, and will reimburse your travel cost if you attend an interview.
Family Action is an award-winning national charity working from the heart of local communities across England and Wales.




Are you interested in Transforming Young Lives?
At Northorpe Hall Child & Family Trust, we believe every child deserves the chance to realise their full potential and thrive. We are on a mission to identify, develop and provide support for children, young people, and their families across Kirklees and Yorkshire focusing on mental health and emotional wellbeing. We are working where gaps or needs exist and in doing so growing our reach, deepening our impact and building partnerships to transform young lives.
To help us deliver our vision, we're looking for a passionate, strategic, and creative Income Generation and Partnership Manager.
This is a pivotal and exciting new role, with huge scope and freedom to diversify and generate income for the Trust.
You will support the charity’s financial sustainability by diversifying revenue streams through partnerships, unrestricted fundraising initiatives and other income-generating opportunities.
You will be responsible for building a strong and sustainable supporter base by working with a range of funders including trusts, foundations and corporate sponsors, building and maintaining lasting relationships.
We are looking for someone with experience in generating income and our ideal candidate will be engaging, proactive, dynamic, determined and enthusiastic with the ability to win hearts and minds.
By joining Northorpe you will help transform the lives of children, young people and families.
West Yorkshire based Charity working with and supporting children and young people under the age of 25 who are facing disadvantage in their lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The purpose of your role
To us it matters how you spend your working hours. We want you to love your work and see real impact in what you do. We are a social enterprise with a clear purpose; to improve communities across the UK by recruiting the very best graduates to become Police Officers in forces across the country. We believe that a great police officer has the power to build the public's confidence in UK Policing directly helping to reduce crime.
We are looking for a highly organised self-starter who is passionate about our mission. You will join our brilliant Force Partnerships team who are responsible for developing Police Now’s relationship with stakeholders across the UK policing and implementing our programmes in collaboration with forces. You will support our work to get partnership contracts so that we can place our officers in police forces across the country. You will organise events and opportunities for senior individuals within policing to come and see the work we do, visit our academies and meet our participants.
The role will be a mixture of organising events, project management, administration, research and relationship building. You will ensure meetings with our external partners are well prepared for and will undertake various projects and administration tasks to allow us, as a team, to develop positive and lasting partnerships. This is a highly varied role which will give you the opportunity to work across the whole of Police Now. As such we are looking for a quick learner and someone who is as determined as we are to see the Police Now mission succeed.
What you’ll do – the key responsibilities
- Coordinate the planning and delivery of our partnership events including our Academy Visitor Days, as well as designing and implementing new stakeholder engagement initiatives based on previous stakeholder feedback.
- Support with, and at times lead the production of documents and communications for internal and external audiences, for example event invites, guest lists, handbooks, letter templates and agendas. This will include producing reports which use data to demonstrate the impact of our programmes to forces.
- Support with our sales campaign and contracting work through regular reporting, maintaining accurate records and providing updates to senior leadership and relevant internal stakeholders. This may include identifying opportunities for Police Now colleagues to attend sector events to have the greatest possible impact on policing in England & Wales.
- Collaborate with colleagues from across Police Now to support a strong customer experience for Police Now’s partner forces; for example, attending cross-departmental meetings and through developing Police Now’s use of our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, Salesforce.
- Provide wider administrative support to the Force Partnerships team. This includes but is not limited to; preparing and printing event documentation, record-keeping, team inbox monitoring, room bookings, research into current and future force partners and booking and taking minutes for both internal and external meetings.
Frequent travel to the London office (2-3 days a week), along with regular travel to events and forces nationally will be required for this role.
What you’ll need – the person specification
Although prior experience in a similar role is helpful, we are more interested in your attitude, and your willingness and ability to learn new skills and apply knowledge quickly. We would like someone who has lots of energy and can take the initiative to see where you can add value to the work that we do. This is an exciting and varied role within a fast-paced organisation with lots of opportunities for you to gain some amazing experience.
- We are looking for someone with strong organisation, prioritisation and administrative skills, with outstanding attention to detail. You’ll take initiative, with proven problem-solving skills and the ability to work efficiently both independently or in a group setting.
- You’ll be comfortable working at pace and being flexible, able to adapt to challenging timescales and shifting priorities. You’ll be able to maintain a positive ‘can-do’ attitude, even when under pressure.
- You’ll also have strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive stakeholder relationships. Key to this will be your excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to ‘muck in’ and help others when the going gets tough.
- Willingness to travel to the London office, as well as forces and events across England and Wales.
- Finally, and most importantly, you’ll be passionate about our mission, and you’ll have a thirst for professional development, eager to develop and learn.
Police Now’s mission is to transform communities, reduce crime and anti-social behaviour, and increase the public’s confidence in the police service

Marketing Officer (Individual Giving and Legacy)
Help us make every day count.
At Prospect Hospice, we believe everyone deserves personalised, compassionate care at the end of their life. As part of our dedicated Fundraising, Marketing and Communications team, the Marketing Officer will play a crucial role in securing the income that enables us to support patients and families across Swindon, Marlborough and northeast Wiltshire.
We're looking for a motivated and thoughtful marketing professional to help drive growth in individual giving and legacy income—areas that are vital to our long-term sustainability. With your eye for detail, collaborative mindset and passion for connecting with people, you’ll help ensure our supporters feel truly valued and inspired.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (flexible working options available)
What is the role?
This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of our fundraising team, focused on delivering inspiring individual giving and legacy campaigns that connect with people on a personal level. From direct mail and digital fundraising to managing our lottery, raffles and in-memory giving platforms, you’ll be helping to build meaningful relationships with our supporters and ensuring their experience with Prospect Hospice is thoughtful, respectful and engaging.
Working closely with colleagues and partners, you’ll bring insight and creativity to your campaigns—using data to guide your decisions and always striving for the highest standards. You’ll be responsible for developing supporter journeys that are both compassionate and effective, encouraging long-term connection and support.
This is an opportunity to grow professionally in a collaborative and inclusive environment where your ideas are valued and your work genuinely makes a difference to local families.
About you:
This role is perfect for someone who is:
- Person-centred in approach, recognising the importance of every supporter’s journey.
- Inclusive and collaborative, working with internal teams and external partners alike.
- Resilient and adaptable, able to manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality campaigns under pressure.
- Committed to excellence, ensuring our fundraising communications are impactful, relevant, and strategically aligned.
Please see the job description for full details and person specification.
We offer a great range of benefits, including:
- 27 days annual leave entitlement (plus bank holidays)
- Flexible working
- Generous contributory pension scheme and life assurance
- Discounts with local retailers, gyms, and service providers including Blue Light Discount Card
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Family-friendly policies and practice
- Supportive induction, and training and development
- A values led, inclusive working environment
- Free parking on-site
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role and why you’d like to work with us.
Equality & Diversity
Prospect Hospice is committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in our workplace will bring benefits for our people, our business, and the communities we serve.
We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, offending background, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we support. As part of our SAFER recruitment processes, offers of employment will be subject to thorough checks, which may include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, online and social media checks, and verification of qualifications. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands, or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
We will review applications as they come in and therefore we may close the vacancy before the closing date. Candidates are therefore advised to apply early.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
CAT is seeking a Director of Development to lead our transformative plans for the regeneration of our Llwyngwern Quarry home, and lead our fundraising, marketing and comms, policy and partnerships.
You will have excellent fundraising knowledge, skills and experience, as well as knowledge of marketing and comms, and the ability to network and influence key stakeholders
About CAT
The Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT) is an internationally renowned environmental charity, a world-leading eco centre, and one of the foremost providers of postgraduate environmental education in the UK, based near Machynlleth in Mid Wales.
CAT provides inspiration, education and training in solutions to the climate and biodiversity emergency.
Key activities include a visitor centre where groups can see solutions in action, residential short courses, vocational training and postgraduate degrees in a wide range of sustainability-related topics, with online courses and events offered alongside in-person learning.
CAT has ambitious and transformative plans to scale up what we do in response to the climate and biodiversity emergency. It is an exciting time to join the organisation in a senior leadership role. We have a £25 million redevelopment plan for our Llwyngwern Quarry home, known as Cynefin. We have secured £13.5 million from the UK and Welsh Government through the Mid Wales Growth Deal and private match funding for the first phase. The Director of Development will lead the capital fundraising campaign as well as playing a key role in the charity’s Senior Management Team and leading and managing the fundraising, marketing and communications, and Innovation Lab teams.
The postholder will bring substantial senior fundraising experience and a strong track record in effective and collaborative leadership. In addition, experience of strategic leadership in policy and communications and marketing would be an advantage.
Job details:
DoD250514
Area of Responsibility: Leadership of CAT’s fundraising, marketing, communications, policy and partnerships
Responsible to: Co-Chief Executive Officer (Co-CEO)
Responsible for: Staff employed within the fundraising, marketing and comms, and Innovation Lab teams
Contract type: Permanent
Responsibility Grade: 9 (£54,000 - £67,200)
Location: Flexible: home-working with regular visits to the CAT eco centre near Machynlleth
Hours: Full time: 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE).
Working Days: Usually Monday to Friday. Occasional weekend and evening working.
Salary and employee benefits:
£54,000 per annum
CAT offers a generous annual leave allowance of 25 days p.a., plus bank holidays (usually 7-8 days), plus additional allowance at Christmas (usually 3 days), plus 1 extra day for every year worked (up to 5 days).
CAT also offers an attractive package of employee benefits, including:
· a free cooked lunch and free hot drinks from the café whenever working from the CAT eco centre
· 40% discount on retail goods purchased from CAT
· Opportunities for CPD training, qualifications & professional memberships to be funded by CAT
· Opportunity to take 1 CAT short course per year free-of-charge
· the opportunity to purchase additional holiday days
· a ‘Cycle to Work’ scheme
· 5% pension contribution
· generous maternity and paternity entitlement and Death In Service benefit
· 2 hours per month for general health & wellbeing & 2 hours per month for Welsh language tuition.
Work remotely: See Location
Application deadline: 5pm 15 June 2025
Interviews to be held: week commencing 23 June 2025(on site)
Expected start date: As soon as possible
Overview of Role
1. The Director of Development is responsible for developing and leading strategies to grow the organisations financial resources, supporter base and brand recognition. The Director of Development will lead and manage the fundraising team and have overall responsibility for ensuring the effective leadership and management of the Marketing and Comms and Innovation Lab teams in conjunction with the Co-Heads of Marketing and Comms and Innovation Lab Manager.
2. The Director of Development is responsible for developing and implementing a fundraising strategy, tactics and plans, to deliver the multi-million pound revenue funding needed for CAT to meet its strategic ambitions as well as to build up its reserves.
3. The Director of Development is responsible for developing and delivering the capital fundraising campaign to secure the Mid Wales Growth Deal funding and raise the private match to enable us to deliver on Cynefin.
4. The role involves developing and delivering strategies for increasing core and project-focused income from individual donors, charitable trusts, statutory sources and companies.
5. The post involves development of fundraising bids and pitches in support of the above.
6. The Director of Development will build and maintain strong and trusted senior level relationships with key stakeholders in government, funders, high net worth individuals, corporates and partner organisations
7. The post holder will lead on enhancing CAT’s approach to measurement of impact and ensuring effective systems are in place for monitoring and evaluation.
8. The post will be responsible for oversight of marketing and communications, including ensuring effective marketing and communications strategies are developed, implemented, monitored and evaluated
9. As a key member of CAT’s Senior Management Team, you will play a significant role in the overall leadership and management of the organisation and in particular you will make a significant contribution to the refinement and delivery of our vision, mission and values
10. The postholder will be responsible for setting and managing the budget.
Main Responsibilities
FUNDRAISING AND INCOME GENERATION
· Develop and clearly articulate the case for support for CAT that positions it for fundraising success. Determine the most effective way of positioning its case as compelling and unique.
· Develop, implement and evaluate a comprehensive fundraising programme that meets the needs of the organisation. This includes setting the overall goals and objectives for fundraising, alongside the Co-CEOs and leading the delivery of strategies to achieve these goals.
·Identify, prioritise, cultivate, solicit and steward a major gifts portfolio that includes individuals and organisations, with a particular emphasis on trusts and foundations.
· Working closely with the Co-CEO, refine and lead the organisation’s strategy for securing increased support from statutory sources, including Welsh and UK Government.
· The post will be responsible for oversight of fundraising, including ensuring effective fundraising strategies are developed and implemented for increasing giving, recruitment and retention of members and supporters including legacies, as well as for trusts and corporates.
· Work closely with the Co-CEO, Head of Eco Centre and Project Director to update on progress with funding and funders requirements.
· Lead the development of funding bids and tenders, working with the Co-CEO, Head of Eco Centre, Head of School, fundraising team, trustees and other staff across the organisation.
· Build the realisation of core funds and overhead costs into all bids and tenders.
· Work with the Co-CEO and Management Accountant to ensure strong systems are in place for the financial management of projects and the realisation of projected core and overhead contributions.
·Work collaboratively with colleagues to create robust systems for prospect research, stewardship and contact management.
·Provide regular reports on progress and results with prospects in portfolio.
·In collaboration with the Co-CEO and other senior managers, establish and maintain links with the government, business and voluntary sectors with a view to attracting financial support.
· In collaboration with the Co-CEO oversee CAT’s external networking and advocacy, in collaboration with staff across the organisation.
· Lead on embedding the measurement of impact of the charity’s activities across the organisation.
COMMUNICATIONS
· Working with the CoCEO and Co-Heads of Marketing and Comms, provide leadership to the organisation’s communications and marketing work.
· Working with the Marketing and Comms team, create and oversee the delivery of a marketing and communications strategy that will enhance and build upon CAT’s excellent reputation and enable the effective marketing of CAT’s services and communication of key messages.
·Advise and support the Marketing and Comms team in relation to brand-building, campaigns, supporter mobilisation, media relations and defensive PR.
Working with the Co-Heads of Marketing and Comms and team, develop and update a record of key information and clear and consistent messages about CAT’s work, goals and achievements. Oversee the implementation of key messages in CAT’s communications.
STRATEGIC AND MOTIVATIONAL LEADERSHIP
· Provide inspirational, collaborative and effective leadership over the range of CAT's fundraising and development activities, harnessing the commitment and knowledge of the staff.
OTHER
- To undertake such other duties and responsibilities as required by the Co-CEO.
THE PERSON:
Candidates for the role must bring substantial experience and broad expertise and contacts in fundraising, including managing and supporting a fundraising team.
You will have a proven track record of generating significant funds through trust, statutory and corporate sources and from individual giving, preferably including prior success in leading a multi-million capital campaign as well as driving increased core income.
You will need strong experience and skills in networking and developing relationships with individuals and organisations. Experience of leading marketing and communications work would be an advantage.
Candidates should also have a wide range of business development and communications skills including entrepreneurial flair, excellent communication and inter-personal skills and strong organisational abilities.
Empathy and enthusiasm for the purpose, values and challenges of CAT are essential, together with a collaborative and determined leadership style and the gravitas and presence to inspire confidence at a variety of levels.
Applications should be forwarded to vacancy email address by the deadline stating the job title in the Subject line.
Any queries should be addressed to vacancy email address
Applications are required, CVs will not be accepted.
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Strategic. People-focused. Ready to grow something that matters?
At Brighter Together, we believe in a UK where every older person has regular, meaningful connections with young children. Our award-winning intergenerational programme tackles isolation and improves wellbeing by bringing together two often-overlooked groups—older adults and early years children—through joyful, structured weekly sessions.
We’re on an ambitious growth journey, and we’re now looking for a Programme Lead to help shape the next phase of our impact.
Founded in 2020, we’ve delivered over 160 projects across London, with extraordinary results: 98% of older adults report improved emotional wellbeing, and 97% of children show significant development in social skills. With expert-designed sessions based on cognitive stimulation therapy and the EYFS framework, our model is evidence-led, highly engaging, and full of heart.
We’re a small, dynamic charity with a start-up mindset: agile, fast-moving, and ambitious. This is your chance to play a key leadership role in a high-impact social venture—and help build something that really matters.
What you’ll be doing:
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Leading the strategic growth, sales and delivery of our intergenerational programme across London
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Building and maintaining partnerships with care homes, nurseries and local stakeholders
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Overseeing and supporting a team of Session Facilitators and volunteers
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Shaping our impact and evaluation approach and producing key data insights
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Playing a core leadership role in organisational strategy, systems, and communications
This job is for you if:
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You thrive in start-up environments—building, improving, adapting
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You love selling a impactful programme to potential partners
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You’re a natural people person with strong project and team management skills
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You have experience leading programmes or partnerships with social impact
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You’re strategic, solutions-focused, and love getting things done
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You believe in the power of human connection to transform lives
Key details:
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Contract: 12-month fixed term, with potential to become permanent (subject to funding)
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Location: Hybrid, with 2 days/week in our Twickenham office + travel across London
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Salary: £32,000 – £42,000 depending on experience
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Annual leave: 25 days + bank holidays
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Hours: Full-time, with flexible working options
How to apply:
Send us your CV, a 2-page supporting statement, and a short task (outlined in our recruitment pack).
First round interviews: w/c 23rd June | Final interviews: Friday 4th July
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and lived experiences. If you’re not sure you meet every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you.
Brighter Together brings together older adults with young children for regular, activity sessions that are mutually beneficial.


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A fantastic opportunity to join an international charity, and passionate, energetic team, as their new Marketing Officer, where you will increase digital donor acquisition through e-campaigns and e-marketing activities; working across a breadth of social media, digital marketing, digital fundraising campaigns and creative communications and content. In this newly created position, the Marketing Officer will raise awareness of the charity’s work and promote engagement, partnerships and donations.
I’m looking to hear from a confident social media marketer, with experience working across Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. In addition, you will have broader marketing and writing skills, to deliver e-newsletters, blogs, magazines, creative assets and content for the website. A key responsibility of the role will be to increase digital donations, therefore you will have developed your marketing experience in either a commercial setting or fundraising context.
The opportunity:
- Join a high-energy, ideas-led, collaborative team
- Opportunity to make the role your own, they encourage creativity
- Opportunity to develop your skills, professionally and personally
- Room to grow in a small charity
- Fast-growing charity
Salary £30,000- £33,000
Full-time, permanent role
Hybrid- 1 day a week in the London office (Shoreditch), 4 days from home.
I’d love to tell you more about this fantastic role and organisation. Please apply now for more information! Firm closing date 9am Wednesday 21st May
Interviews to take place in person 2nd June and 2nd stage online 5th June.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Job Description
Science communication sits at the heart of everything we do at CSC. In this role, you’ll continue to deliver inspiring STEM engagement first-hand at our venues, while also leading and developing our dynamic team of Science and Weekend Communicators.
Your goal is to ensure that every visitor enjoys a high-quality, meaningful experience — one that stands out as one of the most positive and memorable STEM encounters of their lives. Achieving this means cultivating a team that feels confident, supported, and genuinely excited to come to work each day.
You will foster a collaborative and supportive team culture, taking responsibility for training schedules and rota management. While maintaining a proactive, can-do approach to service delivery, you’ll also keep a close eye on team capacity — raising any concerns and suggesting solutions to management in a timely and constructive way.
Working closely with the Visitor Experience Manager and the Outreach and Innovation Manager, you’ll motivate your team to maintain high standards across all CSC sites and actively encourage visitors to take advantage of engagement opportunities — from membership sign-ups and events to charitable donations and shop visits.
Key Responsibilities
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At both our main Cambridge centre and outreach venues, empower your team to deliver exceptional visitor experiences — creating positive STEM moments that have the power to inspire and transform.
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You are an active member of your team, delivering public, school, and community STEM engagement alongside the Science and Weekend Communicators.
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You take ownership of the Science and Weekend Communicator training calendar, working closely with the Product Development Officer and Visitor Experience Manager to schedule training in areas such as product knowledge, health and safety, and risk mitigation. You ensure strong training coverage across the team, supporting members to attend sessions promptly and make the most of the learning opportunities they provide.
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You take ownership of your team’s rota, oversee their logistics, and ensure their commitment to maintaining clean, organised, low-risk venues and well-prepared science communication kits.
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You work with the Visitor Experience Manager and Outreach and Innovation Manager to plan your team’s activities at least two months in advance, while remaining responsive to any circumstances that require swift rota adjustments.
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You coordinate feedback from your team on stock replenishment for science communication kits and ensure timely communication of these needs to the Delivery and Sales Administrator.
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Ensure the team is actively discussing and capturing insights about CSC audiences and the effectiveness of our interventions through observation, as well as formal and informal feedback.
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Ensure our venues are kept clean, tidy, and low-risk, with a prompt and effective response to any unforeseen circumstances.
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Ensure the team completes and archives risk assessments, and that any incidents are promptly resolved, handled effectively and considerately, and properly reported.
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Support your team in understanding and managing their capacity during both busy and quieter periods, and encourage individuals to assist the Product and Community Development teams when they have availability.
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Ensure your team is well-versed in how to promote CSC’s products, services, and charitable mission — and that they do so actively and confidently.
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Stay up to date with STEM news and best-in-class science communication practices across the sector.
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Foster a positive team and organisational culture that is open, communicative, considerate, and respectful of others.
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Ensure necessary administrative work is assigned within your team and delivered on time, including:
○ Completion of necessary event organisation planning documents and systems;
○ General reporting and action to ensure the equipment is maintained;
○ General reporting and action to support the maintenance of quality and accuracy of content;
○ Identifying training needs, and completing and recording training as soon as practical.
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Undertake other tasks and duties as reasonably required from time to time, such as capturing content for CSC’s social media channels.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
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At least 3 years’ experience as a Science Communicator
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Clear understanding of the operational processes and training needs for an effective Science Communicator team
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A reliable, detail-oriented, and responsive manager who supports individual team members, encourages creative thinking, and helps them bring their personality into their work
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Maintain a constant focus on improving processes, actively implementing changes where appropriate, and consulting with management when proposed changes may be significant or disruptive
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A clear vision for developing the skills, confidence, and overall effectiveness of your science communication team
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An eye for identifying compelling case studies and media content — including quotes, photos, and videos — to support the Marketing & Communications Manager in promoting CSC and showcasing your team’s excellence
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Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
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A people person: interested in individuals, skilled at active listening and responsive to interests and needs of young people and the adults in their lives
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Driven to deliver timely, high-quality outcomes in everything you do
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A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
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A passion for keeping up-to-date on worldwide developments in science, technology, engineering and maths
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Confidence in handling questions across a broad range of STEM topics
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Strong teamwork skills, enabling you to collaborate effectively with colleagues across the charity through conversations, projects, meetings, and other joint efforts.
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An ability to organise your own time and prioritise tasks as well as to adapt to changing priorities and to respond quickly to requests
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Willingness to learn new things and take initiative through independent research.
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Computer literate
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Achieve a satisfactory enhanced DBS check
Desirable Criteria
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Experience in science communication or working with diverse audiences, including families, adults, and children
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Customer service skills and experience
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Level 3 or equivalent qualifications in a STEM subject
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Full clean driving license
Working Conditions
The primary locations for this role will be Cambridge Science Centre's Head Office at 44 Clifton Road, Cambridge, CB1 7ED (assigned desk or workspace) and the Cambridge Science Centre at Trinity Centre, Cambridge Science Park, CB4 0FN (hotdesking model).
Working one weekend every three weeks, depending on Centre capacity. CSC plans rotas at least 4 weeks in advance to avoid consecutive weekend commitment where possible to do so.
In addition, there will be frequent travel (primarily driving with a company or hire vehicle) to the semi-permanent centre (Inspire Wisbech Centre, Wisbech, PE13 1AR) and, on occasion a variety of locations across the East of England, including schools and community venues, which will include occasional overnight stays.
We offer the option of flexible hybrid working where and when possible, when not delivering sessions.
Advancement Opportunities
Science Communicators and public engagement are at the heart of everything CSC does — and in this role, you lead that vital team. You’ll develop and refine your skills in how to deliver impactful STEM engagement across a variety of environments and audiences, adapting style, content, and operational approaches as needed. You’ll also play an active role in shaping how we communicate the value of our work to the wider world.
The breadth of this role offers diverse opportunities for career development. CSC invests in all staff through a structured career planning framework, which includes training, leadership opportunities, and the chance to develop audience and technical specialisms. Opportunities for individual growth are reviewed annually as part of this ongoing commitment.
Standard working hours are 7.5 hours per day
Parking and bike storage are available at both CSC locations.
Benefits include:
● 25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays
● Mental health support in partnership with BetterHelp
● Contributory pension scheme
Recruitment Process and Timeline:
To apply for the position of Engagement and Logistics Lead at Cambridge Science Centre, please submit your CV and a Cover Letter explaining why you are interested in joining the Centre and how your skills and experience align with the role.
At CSC, we’re committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our work. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in science engagement.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.
As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. Together, we are creating a future where every child has the chance to achieve their ambitions.
To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page.
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Summary
At Harris Federation, our mission is simple: to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. We see Harris Federation as a system disrupter – whose purpose is to make life fairer for children in and around London. Our focus is to take on the most challenging schools and turn them into exceptional places of learning where everyone – staff and students – thrives.
A brand new opportunity has arisen for an experienced recruitment marketer to join our head office People Services function. Working as part of the wider Talent Acquisition Team, you will be the recruitment marketing specialist supporting efforts in employer branding, job marketing and creating content to help attract and recruit the best talent for Harris Federation.
This post offers great growth potential and would suit a creative individual who can work both strategically while also being hands on to create highly engaging, innovative and impactful marketing campaigns.
We are looking for a talented and creative individual who is passionate about marketing, and communications, and who has a genuine interest to work in the Education sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to see the direct impact of how effective marketing and recruitment advertising can play a key role in the continued success of our academies.
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Main Areas of Responsibility
As the Recruitment Marketing Coordinator, you will play a key role in attracting top talent to one of the leading education trusts in the UK. Working within our friendly Talent Acquisition Team, you will manage our careers website, creative copy writing for our blog and recruitment marketing campaigns and curate engaging content that showcases our people and culture which helps showcase our employer value proposition across various digital channels. Your responsibilities will include:
- Ensure the best possible employee and candidate experience which aligns to our values, polices and procedures and talent strategy.
- Write and curate engaging and informative content for the careers website (case studies, interviews and insights) to showcase our people, culture and employer value proposition.
- Use exceptional writing and storytelling skills to produce regular short and long form blog posts that reinforces employer messaging, brand voice, and tone
- Build strong and trusted relationships with leadership teams in academies to help develop and deploy more local recruitment marketing within the local community and networks.
- Ensure messaging, brand voice, and tone are maintained and consistent across all channels.
- Manage a cross-platform engagement plan that includes a high-quality content calendar.
- Own and advance internal employee advocacy initiatives and provide relevant posts for our advocates to promote.
- Support academies with social media content production and management to build their brand on LinkedIn.
- Build persuasive, evidence-based cases for marketing activity across new and existing channel.
For a full job description, please download the Job Pack.
Qualifications & Experience
This post offers autonomy, freedom to innovate and the chance to support recruitment from early career talent all the way through to executive leadership and management.
We would like to hear from you if you:
- Have experience working in a similar role demonstrating a very good understanding of marketing and employer brand
- Have exceptional writing and editing skills, with an ability to adapt content to different styles and tones
- Have experience in content marketing, with a strong copywriting portfolio
- Have a proven track record in delivering high-performing high-value campaigns
- Have experience with organic and paid campaigns
- Are proficient in website/SEO tools such as Google Analytics
- Have previous experience using editing software such as, Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop and/or similar
- Are up to date with the latest trends and best practices in CRM, digital marketing across paid, earned and owned channels.
- Are a creative thinker with the capacity to create engaging campaigns
- Are open to working in an AI-driven environment and improving processes
- Have an innovative mindset and approach to tackling problems
For a full job person specification, please download the Job Pack.
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Rewards & Benefits
At Harris Federation, we’re committed to investing in both your professional success and in you as an individual. Not only will you have the opportunity to shape the growth of thousands of education professionals, but you will also enjoy an exceptional range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, career development and work-life balance. You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:
- Annual performance and loyalty bonus
- Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
- 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
- Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
- Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
- Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
- Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
- 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
- Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans
For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.
Safeguarding Notice
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Equal Opportunities
The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.
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Next Steps
If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation.
Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date.
When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application.
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About StreetVet
StreetVet is a fast-growing national charity, committed to providing free vet care to the pets of those experiencing homelessness and to keeping pets and owners together to maintain the human-animal bond. StreetVet relies on its team of over 250 vet and nurse volunteers in 23 locations around the UK to provide free veterinary treatment, funded by grants, corporate and private donors and partners. Since inception in 2016, the charity has treated nearly 3,000 pets and has won numerous awards including the Vet Trust Award for the Most Trusted Veterinary Charity, Purina Better with Pets Prize and Homeless Link Excellence Award for Excellent Support.
Title: Volunteering Officer
Duration: Permanent, full-time
Reporting to: Head of Volunteering
Responsible For: All StreetVet volunteers
Works With/Key Contacts: Colleagues across the organisation, volunteers, potential volunteers
Location: Home – remote working with regular travel to visit outreach locations (mostly located in the South and East of the UK) and attend industry events for recruitment drives
Contracted hours: 37.5 hour work week (flexible working available)
Holiday: 25 days per year plus national holidays
Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 dependent on experience
Main purpose of the role
The Volunteering Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the StreetVet volunteering programme. This role will have overall responsibility for recruiting, onboarding, and supporting StreetVet volunteers as well as establishing positive working relationships with volunteers to ensure they have a fulfilling and rewarding volunteering experience.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead the recruitment and induction of volunteers.
· Provide effective and timely administration of the volunteering programme.
· Provide highly effective support to all StreetVet volunteers to ensure a positive volunteering experience and offer training opportunities to develop volunteers in their roles.
· Provide regular communication to volunteers e.g. a regular newsletter, to update them on information relevant to their volunteering and keep them up to date of StreetVet’s wider activities, achievements and plans.
· Implement initiatives to reward and recognise volunteers for their efforts and engage with national initiatives e.g. Volunteer Week to celebrate the contributions of StreetVet volunteers.
· Arrange opportunities for StreetVet volunteers to come together and share their experiences of volunteering at StreetVet.
· Work with the Head of Volunteering to implement processes to gather feedback on the volunteering experience at StreetVet (e.g. volunteer surveys, exit interviews) and create relevant action plans to continue with areas of good practice and implement suggestions/recommendations where feasible.
· In collaboration with the Head of Volunteering, provide support, training and guidance to staff managing/working with volunteers.
Please refer to the Job Description for a full list of responsibilities and the person specification.
Closing date: 1st June 2025 at 23:30pm
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
StreetVet is a national charity, committed to providing free vet care to the pets of people experiencing homelessness & to keep pets & owners together




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Are you passionate about supporting communities, and creating sustainable solutions for those in need? Join us where you'll play a vital role in building partnerships with donors, managing daily operations, and ensuring essential goods reach those who need them most. Help us grow our impact, foster innovation, and make a real difference, one donation at a time.
For the full information pack, please visit our website by clicking "redirect to recruiter"
Role Overview
· Support the development and growth of the impact and scale of the West Midlands Multibank including building relationships with potential referral and donation partners
· Oversight of the day to day running of the West Midlands Multibank, including the referral and distribution processes and inventory management
· Working with the Multibank Manager to support the financial sustainability of the project including communications and fundraising
· Contribute to evaluation of the impact of the Multibank, including identification of unmet needs and emerging patterns
· Working in collaboration with warehouse staff and any volunteers on site
What we’re looking for
· Experience: Of working within a busy and dynamic environment, developing and maintaining systems and processes using IT tools, including Microsoft Office and data management systems.
· Skills: Effective organisational and time management skills, , ability to manage data and information.
· Communication: The ability to convey complex information clearly in written and verbal formats. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage relationships with cross-sector organisations.
· Teamwork: Experience of working collaboratively as part of a team.
· Values: Understanding and committed to BVSC’s equal opportunities and anti-discrimination ethos and ability to incorporate it into practice
For a job description please click here
For an equal opportunities monitoring form please click here
Closing date for applications – Monday June 2nd at 10am.
Interviews to take place – Thursday 19th June
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by Thursday 12th June. If you have not been contacted by Thursday 12th June, you should assume you have not been shortlisted.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
BVSC is proud to provide a place to work in which staff feel valued and motivated. Our talented and committed staff team are provided with competitive terms and conditions, and a supportive, flexible, friendly working environment.
Our organisation’s culture is underpinned by our 4 core values – Commitment, Collaboration, Inclusion and Integrity. These values are demonstrated in the work of our staff team, who are integral to the achievement of our mission to support and advocate for a vibrant, resilient voluntary sector in Birmingham.
Terms and conditions
· 35 hour working week
· 29 days annual leave + bank holidays a year
· 5% pension contribution
· 3.5 times salary Death in service benefit
· BVSC is a Living Wage Employer
Work-life balance
· Flexible working arrangements available for staff
· A flexitime system is in place for staff
· We offer up to 7 days paid leave per year for undertaking voluntary work or public duties
· We provide generous maternity and paternity pay
Staff development
· We support staff to undertake training and development, providing funding and time off for study
Values based approach
· We take a values led approach to the full employee journey including values based interview, and values based supervision and appraisals
Wellbeing
· We offer free access to a range of wellbeing platforms
· BVSC offers all employees a suite of wellbeing support
We are looking for candidates that can demonstrate the following BVSC organisational values:
Commitment: Making a positive difference through passion, innovation and social action
Collaboration: Connecting people and organisations to work together to improve lives
Inclusion: Empowering and involving everyone in creating a fair and equitable Birmingham
Integrity: Building trust through delivering excellent outcomes
At BVSC, we are dedicated to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of our work. We actively strive to create an environment where all individuals - regardless of ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other aspect of their identity or lived experience - are welcomed, respected, and valued.
As part of our commitment to positive action, we take proactive steps, where needed, to address underrepresentation and create fair opportunities, particularly in recruitment. We aim to ensure that everyone has an equal chance to progress and succeed.
We stand in solidarity with all marginalised communities, ensuring that our policies, practices, and culture are inclusive, equitable, and empowering. We are dedicated to challenging discrimination and fostering a workplace where diversity is not only acknowledged but celebrated.
We strongly encourage suitably experienced applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join BVSC.
We encourage applicants to think creatively about how they can meet the requirements of the role and person specification if there are essential criteria you do not meet, so please describe this in your application. We are looking for talented individuals who align with our values and support our mission – there are no barriers to how you demonstrate this. From application to interview, we place inclusion at the heart of all we do.
We are a Second Chance Charter employer, committed to ensuring that people with convictions can access employment. DBS checks, if applicable to the role, will be conducted once a job offer has been made and accepted.
Secondments will be considered.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Talent Set is pleased to be partnering with a leading membership association to recruit an Interim Public Affairs Manager for a 13-month maternity cover contract.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an award-nominated public affairs team, playing a key role in shaping policy communications, stakeholder engagement, and leading impactful campaigns across the UK.
Key Responsibilities:
Government & Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain relationships with MPs, government departments, special advisers, and other stakeholders.
- Promote the association’s work and sector influence at national and local government levels.
- Lead lobbying efforts on behalf of members, addressing both opportunities and policy threats.
- Represent the association at events including APPGs, conferences, workshops, and private meetings.
- Deliver flagship events such as the Annual Parliamentary Reception and party conference activities.
- Oversee the work of the external Public Affairs Consultancy.
Policy Communications & Campaigns
- Collaborate with policy colleagues to craft clear, consistent messaging across transport and related policy areas.
- Produce engaging materials including briefings, videos, podcasts, infographics, and consultation responses.
- Support internal reporting and updates to members via quarterly presentations and newsletters.
- Coordinate member-led Campaigns Working Group and contribute to a UK-wide campaign programme in Summer 2025.
About You:
- Proven public affairs experience, ideally within a political party, Civil Service, Parliament, consultancy, or membership body.
- Strong understanding of UK political and policy processes, with experience in sectors like transport, energy, or business.
- Confident in navigating complex issues and translating them into compelling narratives.
- Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to influence a range of audiences.
- Skilled in campaign planning, stakeholder mapping, and policy research.
- Highly organised and able to manage competing priorities independently.
What’s on Offer:
- Salary circa £50,000 per annum.
- 13-month maternity cover with a respected, purpose-driven organisation.
- Hybrid working model: two days per week in their Buckinghamshire office.
- A chance to lead high-impact political and policy activity during a pivotal campaign period.
Please note: This role requires availability from July until mid-October due to the timing of major political events and campaigns.
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
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MSI UK's Digital, Marketing and Comms team at MSI UK is expanding, and we’re looking for a Digital Marketing Officer to support us in enhancing our digital presence.
This is a unique opportunity to use your digital marketing skills for good – delivering impactful activity that supports people to access NHS-funded abortion, contraception and vasectomy services (and feel informed every step of the way)!
Location: Hybrid (expectation to travel for team days/as business requires)
⌚ Contract Type: Permanent, 35 hours per week
Salary:
- Starting from £30,321.51 - £33,505.27 for base locations outside of London, dependant on experience and location
- Starting from £33,505.27 - £36,689.03 for base locations inside of London, dependent on experience and location
What will you get up to?
Support on all digital marketing workstreams, including SEO, PPC and content marketing
Work with the wider team on engaging and SEO-optimised website content to support people accessing care with MSI UK
Manage our online clinic listings – keeping them up-to-date and engaging
Help build MSI UK’s digital presence, reaching people who are looking for reproductive healthcare services (or just interested in learning more about reproductive rights!)
Plus, you’ll be a brand guardian, ensuring the look and feel of our digital campaigns and content is consistent with the MSI Reproductive Choices global brand, while still relevant to the local (UK-based) audience.
We're looking for someone with experience in digital marketing roles, a strong knowledge of key SEO, PPC and content marketing principles and tools, and skills in creating content strategically designed for digital audiences.
If this sounds like you – and you’re looking to apply your skills and experience in the reproductive healthcare/rights space – we'd love to hear from you!
We have been providing NHS-funded and private abortion and vasectomy care through our network of local clinics across England for over 40 years.





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