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Direct Marketing Manager (maternity cover) - Community Fundraising
Reference: SEP20252626
Location: Flexible in UK
Salary: £33,027.00 - £35,259.00 Per Annum
Contract: 12 month Fixed Term (maternity cover)
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave

The Community Fundraising team is looking for a Direct Marketing Manager (maternity cover), who will support our work in developing, promoting, and analysing our portfolio of Community Fundraising products to attract new and diverse audiences to raise vital funds for nature.

The post holder will support the launch of our Do It Yourself (DIY) fundraising product, as well as supporting In Aid Of (IAO) fundraising activity across the UK. The role will support marketing requests across all new and existing Community Fundraising products and campaigns. The role requires a proficiency in data analytics and a track record in responding to trends and sector best practice.

You will have experience in direct marketing and be proficient in delivering multi-channel campaigns in a fast-paced environment. This role also requires an in depth knowledge of direct marketing techniques including testing, profiling, segmentation, return on investment analysis, cost per contact. You will have experience in managing multiple projects and budgets, as well as a track record in excellent stakeholder management. An understanding of Community Fundraising developments and best practice would be advantageous.

The ideal candidate will be driven, creative and possess excellent attention to detail.

Essential skills, knowledge and experience:

• Degree educated or equivalent experience in a direct marketing role
• Excellent understanding of the steps involved in planning and delivering multi-channel direct marketing campaigns
• Direct marketing sector developments, legal requirements and best practice
• In depth knowledge of direct marketing techniques - testing, profiling, segmentation, return on investment, cost per contact etc. to achieve the most effective campaign results
• Charity sector developments and best practice
• Excellent communication skills to elicit great team working to deliver campaigns
• Ability to inspire others
• Comfortable with analysis and metrics to constantly improve campaign performance
• Excellent attention to detail
• Interpreting data and trends, with the ability to analyse and report on results

Desirable skills, knowledge and experience:

• Has worked in environment/conservation
• Has worked in not-for-profit/charity

Additional Information:

• This is a 12 month Fixed Term, Full-Time maternity cover role for 37.5 hours per week.
• The RSPB reserves the right to extend or make this role permanent without further advertising dependent on business needs at the end of the contract term.

Closing date: 23:59, Saturday, 1st November 2025
Please note that we are actively recruiting for this vacancy, and reserve the right to close once sufficient applications have been received.

Interested?

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

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.

The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

As part of this application process you will be asked to complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.

No agencies please.

We have an exciting opportunity for 2 Service Delivery Assistants to join the West Mercia Multi-Crime team, one working 30 hours and the other 22.5 hours a week.

Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it?

Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care?

If yes, then we'd love to hear from you…

What we offer:

At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:

• Flexible working options including hybrid working
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave
• Pension with 5% employer contribution
• Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments
• High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts
• Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
• Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
• Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes
• Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans
• Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression

About the role:

These roles are home-based but there may be a need to travel around the region on occasion.

As a Service Delivery Assistant you will:

• Provide high quality administrative support to the team and service.
• Update and maintain manual and computerised database and case management systems and records in accordance with the service's internal policies/procedures and organisational standards.
• Manage general queries into the service.
• Collate and supply information and correspondence to internal and external contacts in accordance with required deadlines.
• Liaise with referring agencies to improve referral information and the general referral process for victims. May include following up to secure information included in incoming referrals.
• Provide general office administration support which could include photocopying, filing, data entry, ordering of office supplies, processing invoices, raising purchase orders and minute taking at meetings.
• Help to coordinate external communication, management of local social media accounts and preparation of materials to help promote the service.

About Us:

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.

Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.

As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.

If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.

How to apply:

To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.

We look forward to hearing from you.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.

If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.

Supervising Advocate

Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £28,480

Do you have a passion for empowering individuals to have their voices heard? Are you an experienced advocate ready to take the next step into a supervisory role? Would you like to be part of a values-driven team within a forward-thinking organisation?

We’re looking for a Supervising Advocate who is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred advocacy services. In this role, you’ll support a reduced caseload of your own while also guiding and mentoring a team of advocates. You’ll play a key part in ensuring our advocacy practice remains safe, effective, and aligned with contractual and ethical standards.

What You’ll Do

• Provide regular supervision and support to advocates, helping them grow and maintain best practice.
• Review casework and ensure compliance with quality, safeguarding, and confidentiality standards.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and manage sensitive information with discretion.
• Represent individuals with confidence, compassion, and professionalism.
• Promote a culture of respect, inclusion, and empowerment across all aspects of advocacy delivery.

Hours of Work: 37 hours, 5 days per week, between Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.

Location: Home based with travel.

Salary:  Full Time starting salary for Supervising Advocate £28480.00 per annum depending on experience.

Contract Type: Permanent

Supervising Advocate Requirements:

• Proven experience supporting or supervising advocates.
• Strong understanding of advocacy principles and service delivery.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Skilled communicator with strong time management and report-writing abilities.
• Confident using digital systems and tools.
• Full driving licence and access to personal transport.

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave + Bank holiday (Rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service) with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days leave + your birthday off as an additional holiday day after 1 years’ service!
• Discretionary shutdown days at Christmas with up to 4 additional days leave.
• 1 Community Leave Day per annum
• Cash Wellbeing Healthcare Plan which covers Optical/dental/alternative therapy and more!
• Auto enrolment Pension plan
• Death in service cover

Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do

Our client is a leading advocacy charity dedicated to empowering people across diverse communities. We deliver high-quality advocacy services through experienced advocates who support clients to express their views, secure their rights, and make informed choices.

If you think you are the ideal candidate for this challenging and rewarding Supervising Advocate role, don't hesitate! Apply now and become part of a progressive team that values your contribution.

Closing Date: 9AM, Friday 7th November 2025

Interview Date: TBC (Remote via Microsoft Teams or Zoom)

An Enhanced DBS check and National Offender Management Service vetting will be conducted for this position.

We're proud to support our colleagues from the armed forces signing the Armed Forces Covenant in August 2024.

Successful applicants will need to obtain business insurance for their own vehicle.

Our client is an equal opportunities employer, holder of the Investors in People Silver award, and a member of the MINDFUL EMPLOYER scheme. We are a level 2 Disability confidence scheme employer, and disabled applicants who meet all the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Our client is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities, and particularly welcome candidates from groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, women, men, Black, Asian and other racially minoritised people, LGBTQ+ who are currently under-represented in our workforce/this team/department/job role.

To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support people from different backgrounds.

Fundraising Manager

We are looking for an experienced and adaptable Fundraising Manager to join the team at Winning Scotland, helping to drive sustainable income growth at an exciting time for the charity.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a small, ambitious organisation that’s making a real difference to the lives of young people in Scotland.

 

Position: Fundraising Manager
Location: Home-based/Scotland with 5 days per month in the Edinburgh office
Salary: £45,000 per annum plus benefits including 35 days holiday (including bank holidays), life assurance, and loyalty-based rewards such as health insurance, pension top-ups, or extra leave.
Hours: Full time (we would consider a 0.8 role on a pro-rata basis)
Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Friday 7th November 2025 at 11.59pm

The Role

As Fundraising Manager, you’ll play a central role in helping Winning Scotland deliver sustainable growth by identifying and securing new income across trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, statutory and government funding, and public sector contracts.

Working closely with programme leads and the senior leadership team, you’ll research, prioritise, and secure funding opportunities to support the charity’s ambitious growth plans over the next 2–3 years. You’ll also develop strong relationships with funders, write compelling funding applications, and provide excellent stewardship and reporting.

You’ll focus on growing income from institutional and corporate sources, while senior leaders continue to manage high-value individual donor relationships, allowing you to concentrate on developing strong pipelines and managing effective bids.

About You

You’ll be a skilled and motivated fundraiser with a solid understanding of the Scottish and wider UK funding landscape.

You’ll have:

• A proven track record of securing income from trusts, foundations, corporates and/or statutory sources
• Strong bid-writing and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex programme work into persuasive proposals
• Excellent relationship management and stewardship abilities
• The capacity to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Ideally, you will also bring:

• Experience of strategic, high-value fundraising in a small or growing charity
• An understanding of issues affecting young people and youth-focused sectors
• Experience using design tools (e.g. Canva) to create professional proposals and reports
• Knowledge of international funding sources such as the US and Europe

Why Join Us?

Winning Scotland is a charity dedicated to helping young people in Scotland build confidence, resilience, and ambition by working with the adults and systems that shape their lives.

We’re currently delivering programmes that embed growth mindset, explore the potential of AI in learning, and drive cultural change through community engagement.

With a stable financial base and committed supporters, we’re ready to scale our work—and you’ll be at the heart of making that happen. You’ll join a supportive, values-driven team with the opportunity to make a tangible impact on young people’s lives across Scotland.

Benefits include:

• 35 days paid annual leave including the eight statutory bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Loyalty-based rewards including health insurance, pension top-ups, or extra leave
• Flexible working arrangements
• Supportive and collaborative culture

 

Other roles you may have experience within Fundraising Manager, Fundraiser, Trusts and Foundations, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Corporate Fundraising Manager, Fundraising Executive, Fundraising Officer, Senior Fundraiser, Partnerships Manager, Trust and Grants Manager, Senior Fundraising Manager, etc.

 

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

We are delighted to be working in partnership with World Vision. As a global Christian humanitarian charity, World Vision is dedicated to tackling the root causes of poverty and injustice, empowering children, families, and communities to thrive. Through advocacy, emergency relief, and long-term development, they bring hope and transformation where it’s needed most. At the heart of their mission is a deep commitment to demonstrating God’s unconditional love.

We are seeking a confident communicator with a heart for mission and a head for strategy to become their new South West Area Manager. In this important role you’ll lead their work with churches, leaders, and Christian networks across the South West. You'll inspire action through giving, prayer, and advocacy, sharing the life-changing impact of World Vision’s work with the world’s most vulnerable children. From church visits to major festivals and online events, you’ll bring energy and purpose to every interaction. With team leadership responsibilities and room to grow, this is a bold, faith-filled role where your ideas and passion can truly thrive. You’ll represent World Vision by speaking in churches for approximately 18 Sundays per calendar year, a wonderful opportunity to inspire, connect, and share the heart of our mission with church communities.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• Experience in leading/supporting a team working to targets, perhaps in a fundraising, sales or similar environment.
• Knowledge of the Christian landscape in the South West and key relationship management principles.
• Ability to represent World Vision at a range of events, speaking to leaders, churches and individuals about our work.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and supportively with external partners, internal team members and multiple church relationships.

This is an incredible opportunity for a practicing Christian who wants to make a powerful, lasting impact. Join a passionate team committed to transforming the lives of the world’s most vulnerable children. You won’t just be part of the mission, you’ll help drive it forward, bringing hope, change, and practical support to children who need it most, all around the world.

South West Area region consists of: Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Somerset, Wiltshire.

The ideal candidate should reside in the South West. This is a home-based role with extensive travel across the South West.

This role is subject to a DBS check, which will be carried out by the employer.

For more information, please contact Nick Thomas, Senior Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.

Charisma is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment processes. If you have any reasonable adjustments or wish to apply for this role under the Disability Confident Scheme, please confirm in your application, or contact our Operations Teams separately. Charisma will ensure all candidates who disclose that they wish to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme and that meet the minimum criteria for the role will receive an opportunity to interview with the Charisma Consultant representing the vacancy.

*In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing Christian and in agreement with World Vision’s mission and values.

Closing date: Thursday 6th November

Charisma vetting interviews much be completed by Tuesday 11th November

Interviews with World Vision UK: w/c 17th November

Finance Business Partner 

Finance Business Partner – Enabling & Strategic Investments (18-Month Fixed Term Contract) London, Peterborough or Hybrid 

At Mencap, we’re passionate about changing the lives of people with a learning disability. We’re looking for a proactive and insightful Finance Business Partner to support our enabling operational departments & strategic projects.

You’ll be part of a collaborative Finance Business Partnering team of eight, providing financial insight and support to Mencap’s enabling functions – including IT, People, CEO Office, and Finance – as well as key org-wide strategic projects. This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact by helping senior leaders understand their financial position, make informed decisions, and help deliver the charity’s objectives.

What you’ll do

• Partner with senior stakeholders and project managers to deliver clear, insightful financial analysis and reports.
• Lead monthly finance reviews with budget holders, providing expert advice and challenge to drive sound decision-making.
• Support the creation of accurate budgets and forecasts, ensuring financial plans are realistic and aligned to organisational goals.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through critical review of results and proactive financial insight.
• Collaborate closely with the wider Finance Team to ensure strong financial control, compliance, and accurate reporting.
• Use your analytical and problem-solving skills to spot issues, improve processes, and drive continuous improvement.

What we’re looking for

• Experience in management accounting, business partnering, or financial planning and analysis.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills, with the ability to interpret and present complex information clearly.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – able to build relationships and explain financials to non-finance colleagues.
• Ideally, part-qualified or working towards a professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent experience.
• Charity or not-for-profit experience, and familiarity with Power BI, would be an advantage.

Why join Mencap?

You’ll be joining a supportive, purpose-driven organisation where finance is at the heart of achieving social impact. Although this is an 18-month fixed term contract, there’s potential for the role to become permanent.

Apply now – applications close on Sunday, 9th November. Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week beginning 10th November.

Benefits

Here at Mencap, we offer an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward our employees to ensure that our teams feel valued and appreciated.

Our benefits package offers 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings.

For more details on what we have to offer, please see the attached document outlining all the fantastic benefits available to you as a member of our team!

About Mencap

Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.

We're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. We fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in.

At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues.

Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.

• Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.
• Every day we grow and learn. It’s okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes
• Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.

We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies.

We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. We’re not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for.

Hours: Full time

Pay: Up to £41,000 GBP gross per annual (dependent on experience)

Right to work: Applications are accepted only from those with the right to work in the UK.

Duration: Permanent

Location: Manchester, UK (Hybrid working available)

Are you passionate about designing learning that prepares health and humanitarian teams to respond effectively when emergencies strike?

UK-Med is a frontline medical aid charity. Born of the NHS, we’ve been working for over 30 years

towards a world where everyone has the healthcare they need when crises or disasters hit.

The Learning Design Specialist at UK-Med is pivotal in enhancing the preparedness and competence of healthcare professionals for humanitarian emergency response initiatives.

The Learning Design Specialist focuses on efficiently designing and coordinating development of targeted training programs for both internal organizational audiences and external humanitarian, global health and academic partners. The goal is to ensure that our Core Staff and a Register of approximately 1400 healthcare professionals worldwide are thoroughly equipped to provide exceptional care, leading to positive outcomes for the patients and communities we serve.

The Learning Design Specialist will contribute to innovating and refining UK-Med's training content, ensuring it meets the specific needs of a diverse, global workforce. They will be responsible for the creative and learning design specific aspects of expanding and quality assuring the learning portfolio, incorporating digital, in-person, and simulation-based training tailored to strategic priorities. In order to successfully deliver on responsibilities, the Learning Design Specialist will contribute to nurturing professional relationships to enhance our bespoke learning offerings, ensuring they meet the dynamic needs of our partners and maintain industry-leading standards.

The Learning Design Specialist will provide high-quality advice and support on designing effective learning solutions for external partners and conduct engaging and effective training sessions, both online and face-to-face, catering to the varied learning preferences and needs of the participants.

You will have a positive and flexible problem-solving approach and be willing, able, and ready to deploy to support all UK-Med programmes and projects.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits along with a friendly working environment and the opportunity to make a real difference.

How to apply

We strongly recommend that you read the Candidate Information Pack - Learning Design Specialist before applying for this role.

To apply, please submit a current CV and a supporting letter (no more than 2 pages) that includes a detailed explanation of your suitability for this post with specific reference to the essential criteria in the person specification.

Applications must be submitted through ouronline jobs portal no later than Monday 3rd November 2025.

This is a rolling recruitment, and we may appoint a candidate before the closing date. We will keep all applicants regularly updated on the status of the campaign.

Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. UK-Med is unfortunately unable to support visa sponsorship for this role.

UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.

UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.

Head of IT Operations & Governance

About the Organisation

NFP People are recruiting on behalf of a highly respected international philanthropic foundation that uses the law as a tool to combat climate change and drive environmental and social justice. This not-for-profit organisation partners with leading legal experts and changemakers to create systemic, sustainable impact.

Operating across multiple time zones and jurisdictions, the foundation’s work depends on a secure, resilient, and trusted technology environment that enables seamless collaboration and protects sensitive data at every level.

The Role

We’re looking for an exceptional Head of IT Operations & Governance to oversee and advance the organisation’s technology infrastructure, governance, and information security.

This is a strategic and hands-on leadership position, ensuring the foundation’s systems are secure, efficient, and scalable to support its expanding global mission. You’ll manage outsourced providers, optimise cloud and Microsoft 365 systems, and ensure the organisation maintains exemplary standards in cybersecurity, compliance, and data protection.

Confidentiality, integrity, and discretion are paramount. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the pressures surrounding technology management in a global, fast-moving, and high-stakes environment balancing operational delivery with the need for strategic foresight and resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a secure, scalable IT environment aligned with organisational goals.
• Oversee the governance, risk, and compliance framework, embedding data protection and cybersecurity best practices.
• Drive strategic initiatives including Microsoft 365 and SharePoint adoption, digital process improvement, and infrastructure modernisation.
• Manage third-party service providers and ensure high-quality, responsive IT support.
• Establish strong monitoring, reporting, and audit mechanisms to maintain readiness and accountability.
• Foster digital confidence across teams through user training, guidance, and knowledge-sharing.
• Act as the senior point of contact for IT risk management, business continuity, and emerging technology trends.

About You

You are a trusted, discreet, and strategic technology professional with a track record of delivering secure, high-performing IT operations in complex organisations. You bring strong governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement skills, combined with the ability to lead confidently in sensitive and global contexts.

Essential skills and experience:

• Senior-level experience in IT operations, governance, or systems management.
• Deep expertise in Microsoft 365 and SharePoint environments.
• Proven track record in cybersecurity, data protection, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience managing outsourced service providers and large-scale technology projects.
• Strong strategic and analytical skills, with sound judgment and discretion.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management across international teams.

Desirable:

• Senior experience in the not-for-profit or philanthropic sector.
• Experience in a global organisation, understanding diverse operational contexts and technology pressures worldwide.

Working Arrangements

• This is a hybrid position, requiring at least 2 days per week onsite at either the Central London or Amsterdam office.
• The post is full-time and permanent; however, a 4-day working week will be considered. 
• Salary Range: £80,000 - £100,000 per annum

To discuss this role in more detail please contact Hannah at NFP People.

Job Title: Head of Trusts & Foundations
Reporting to: Director of Fundraising & Communication
Manages: Trusts and Foundations Manager, Trusts and Foundations Officer, Grants Officer, Team expected to grow in line with fundraised income increase
Location: Remote (Occasional travel to Leicester office & other UK locations as necessary)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time (36 hours per week)
Salary: £48,000 per annum

About Home-Start UK

Home-Start is a federated charity consisting of a central national office – Home-Start UK - and over 170 geographically dispersed local Home-Start organisations, all working together under the same identity.

We recognise that being a parent has never been easy. Every Home-Start volunteer is trained to work alongside parents to overcome the challenges they are facing. We work with parents to build on their strengths and give them the support that they tell us they need. We offer no judgement – just compassionate, confidential help and expert support. This peer-to-peer support is key to the difference Home-Start makes and often our volunteers have lived experience of the challenges their families are facing themselves.

About The Role

This role will lead the Trusts & Foundations team at Home-Start UK and drive the development and delivery of a fundraising strategy that builds on a recent period of significant growth. With projected income of £1.5 million in 2025/26, the successful candidate will focus on generating sustainable, high-return income through charitable trusts and foundations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Establishing a robust process for researching and identifying suitable funders.
• Submitting high-quality funding applications.
• Providing excellent stewardship to existing grant funders.
• Building a strong pipeline to secure long-term income from trusts and foundations.

In addition, the role will support the organisation in cultivating key philanthropic relationships - particularly with high-net-worth individuals who may give via their trusts or foundations—leveraging the skills, experience, and resources of the Trusts & Foundations team.

Ultimately, this work will enable Home-Start UK to support more families with young children through challenging times.

The people at Home-Start are its most important resource. Home-Start UK has been accredited with Investors in People since March 2005, which recognises the commitment we give to developing our staff.

Benefits of working for Home-Start

• Flexible working
• Family friendly policy
• PayCare health cash plan
• Enhanced employer contribution pension
• Learning and development
• DAS Employee Assistance

If it sounds like your type of challenge, we would be delighted to hear from you.

The closing date for applications is Friday 14th November 2025 at 4pm.
First interviews will take place virtually on week commencing 24th November 2025.
Second interviews will take place in-person at our Leicester office on week commencing 1st December 2025.

Interested?

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

Home-Start UK is committed to Equality of Opportunity and Diversity. We wish to encourage applications from all parts of the community irrespective of gender, race, colour, age, sexual orientation or disability. 

No agencies please.

About the role

Job Purpose:

We are looking for an experienced Management Accountant to provide professional, accurate, and timely financial management and reporting for Repowering London. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will play a key role in supporting our sustainable growth by ensuring sound financial control, analysis and statutory compliance. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, you will enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of our Finance function, contributing to the organisation’s overall operational excellence.

The role will include providing technical and practical support for Repowering and the family of Community Benefit societies which we service and in the future the growth of additional members.

To succeed in this new role, you will need to be a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional with strong analytical skills, excellent stakeholder management, and a genuine commitment to Repowering London’s mission and values.

Key Responsibilities:

· Management & Statutory Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts, reconcile balance sheet accounts, complete statutory returns (VAT, Companies House, FCA), and support annual audits.

· Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist with annual budgets, reforecasts, cashflow statements, and ad hoc financial projections.

· Business Partnering: Provide financial insights to the management team and project leads, supporting effective decision-making and project financial reporting.

· Supervision: Manage and support the Finance Officer, ensuring professional development and alignment of tasks with departmental goals.

· Systems & Processes: Maintain and improve finance systems and digital tools for accuracy, efficiency, and timely reporting.

· Finance Operations: Oversee sales and purchase ledgers, payroll,  and ad hoc financial reporting for senior leadership.

· Audit & Compliance: Prepare reconciliations for external audits and ensure compliance with HMRC, FCA, and other regulations.

· General Duties: Uphold organisational policies, confidentiality, equality, and sustainability commitments while representing the organisation professionally.

 

About Repowering London

 

Repowering London is an award-winning social enterprise developing clean energy for urban communities. A community development organisation, we enable local communities to plan, fund, build and benefit from clean energy and energy efficiency projects across buildings. We help people see how they can make a real difference.

We are UK's most experienced urban community energy innovator with a successful track record of working in partnership with major London councils and national funders for the last ten years.

Our local ownership model for clean energy is scalable and strengthens communities by delivering clean energy hand in hand with a range of long-term local services and benefits – from skills training to lower energy bills and generating funds for local investment. 

Our vision is for every town and city in the UK to benefit from locally owned clean energy solutions. We believe that urban buildings can be transformed into intelligent, efficient, clean power hubs, providing substantial economic, social and environmental benefits. Energy security can become the norm, and inequality and fuel poverty a thing of the past.

As a place to work, Repowering London has a strong culture of personal respect and integrity. We have a talented and diverse team, and we have all made the choice to be part of positive solutions to the collective challenges we face. We aim to create a supportive and empowering working environment, with high levels of collaboration, team support, and personal and professional development.

 About You

The preferred candidate will have the following abilities and aptitudes:

Essential:

• Qualified or part-qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA.
• A minimum of 5 years experience of management accounts preparation, including reconciliation and reporting.
• Experience of working with accounting software ( QuickBooks & Xero).
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical with a passion for accuracy and commitment to process.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities calmly and effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in budget management and resource optimisation.

· Confident communicator, able to collaborate effectively across teams and with external partners.

· Advanced IT proficiency, including Excel and Commitment to teamwork, respect, and collaboration across all areas of the organisation

· Strong understanding of core business functions, including finance, HR, project management, and marketing

Preferred:

• Experience of Charity / not for profit accounting for grants

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Specialist Homelessness Prevention Co-ordinator to play a pivotal role in our Homelessness Service in Central London and Ealing.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

In this role, you will use your specialist knowledge of housing legislation, including the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, to prevent and relieve homelessness through timely, proactive interventions. You will conduct comprehensive assessments and develop co-produced 
Personal Housing Plans that empower clients to resolve their housing issues where possible.

By maintaining accurate, up-to-date records and following up on all actions promptly, you will ensure that risks of homelessness are minimised and statutory duties are met effectively.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Here's what the team will be looking for

You will bring knowledge, experience, or relevant qualifications in housing and homelessness legislation, particularly in relation to private rented housing, the Homelessness Reduction Act, eviction, and tenants' rights. Alongside this, you will demonstrate a sound understanding of welfare benefits legislation, including welfare reform, as well as health and safety. With experience in addressing the causes of homelessness, you will be able to create effective interventions that support service users in achieving stability and progression.

Highly organised and solution-focused, you thrive in fast-paced, outcome-driven environments and can manage a busy caseload in line with service standards. You will be confident in using databases and systems, ensuring accurate and timely case notes, plans, and outcomes. A proactive and flexible team player, you combine excellent communication skills with strong relationship-building abilities, whether working with colleagues, partners, or the public. With a strong work ethic, customer service focus, and a socially conscious outlook, you are motivated to deliver high-quality results that make a real difference.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Company Overview

The Conduit serves as a home for people passionate about achieving positive social, environmental and economic change. Our community shares our belief that world’s most pressing problems are better understood as opportunities waiting for entrepreneurial solutions. The Conduit’s mission is to convene a collaborative community that scales and accelerates solutions to the world’s greatest challenges and provide its community with a physical home, with industry leading sustainable and ethical hospitality, where creativity and innovation can flourish. Our members are from all over the world, from all sectors and industries and are representative of the world we live in.

Role Summary

The Conduit Foundation harnesses the power of convening, collaboration, and catalytic funding to advance innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing social and environmental challenges. We are in rapid start-up mode, having recently begun accepting our first grants and moving quickly to build our operating model. This is a pivotal moment for the Foundation: we are ready to translate our mission and vision into a fully functioning philanthropic engine.

This will be the first full-time hire into the Foundation, working hand-in-hand with the Board of Trustees and the Chief Impact Officer to operationalise our mission, establish systems and processes, and set the stage for ambitious, high-impact fundraising, grant management, programme delivery, and partnership development.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategy & Leadership

Translate the Conduit executive leadership and Foundation Board’s vision into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.

Collaborate with The Conduit’s Impact team to integrate Foundation initiatives into broader Conduit strategy.

Identify and cultivate opportunities for funding, partnerships, and programme innovation.

2. Grants Management

Oversee the full grant cycle – from prospecting to evaluation - managing relationships, projects and budgets.

Ensure all grant activities meet legal, regulatory, and ethical standards, including England & Wales charity compliance.

Develop robust processes for impact measurement and reporting.

3. Board Development & Governance

Strengthen the governance set up, bolstering policies and procedures to establish best practice and managing legal and regulatory requirements for the Foundation.

Serve as the principal contact for the Board of Trustees, preparing materials, facilitating meetings and owning resulting actions.

Support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing engagement of Trustees.

Advise the Board on trends and opportunities in philanthropy and social impact.

4. Fundraising & Corporate Engagement

Build and maintain relationships with corporate, institutional, and high-net-worth partners.

Identify and secure grants from funders that align with Foundation strategic priorities.

5. Programme Design & Delivery

Lead the design, launch, and management of the Foundation’s first in-house programmes.

Ensure programmes are innovative, impactful, and aligned with strategic priorities.

Set up systems for monitoring, learning, and continuous improvement.

6. Organisational Integration

Manage the relationship between the Foundation, Conduit Holdco, and The Conduit Club London.

Foster a culture of alignment, transparency, and shared mission across entities.

Skills & Experience

· 8–10 years of proven, hands-on execution experience in the UK charity sector, including setting up and implementing systems.

· Track record of delivering complex projects from start to finish with excellence and attention to detail.

· Strong experience and expertise in grants management, board engagement and governance.

· Proven success in fundraising from corporates, trusts, foundations, and major donors.

· Experience designing and delivering impactful programmes.

· Excellent relationship building skills with experience engaging senior stakeholders.

· Understanding of UK charity law and charitable governance.

Desirable

· International or multi-stakeholder environment experience.

· Experience of a growing charity.

· Formal charity governance or legal training.

Personal Attributes

· Ambitious and eager to grow into a senior leadership position.

· Entrepreneurial, proactive, and solutions oriented.

· Highly organised, with strong attention to detail.

· Able to thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment.

· Committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

· Passionate about social and environmental change.

Key Competencies

· Communication

· Teamwork

· Solutions Focused

· Compassionate

· Creativity & Innovation

Are you passionate about quality care and driving continuous improvement? We're looking for a Quality and Performance Manager to lead on audits, data analysis, policy implementation and quality initiatives at Mais House, our care home in Bexhill-on-Sea. You’ll work closely with local teams and the central Quality & Care Standards team to maintain high standards, share best practice, and support improvements across other RBL care homes.

This role offers 37.5 hours per week, with shifts between 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday with salary between £45,793 to £49,506 per annum

Please note that we are unable to accept applications from overseas candidates who require sponsorship. All candidates must have a valid Right to Work in the UK.

An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

What you will be doing:

- Plan and deliver a programme of audits, ensuring action plans are implemented and monitored.
- Communicate findings with Registered Managers, department leads, and senior care staff to drive service improvements.
- Identify trends, lessons learned and support the development of robust quality strategies.
- Work closely with clinical colleagues to implement best practice guidance and evaluate its impact.
- Lead and support quality improvement projects within the care home.
- Liaise with external quality teams and regulators to implement local initiatives.
- Support audits at other RBL care homes, collaborating with other Quality and Performance Managers to align standards and share learning.
- Facilitate clinical governance and audit group meetings.

What we are looking for:

- Level 4 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
- Experience in audits, quality assurance, and service improvement
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ongoing CPD in care quality or person-centred practice
- Full UK driving licence

You may also have Level 5 Diploma or equivalent, RGN (Adults) qualification and/or training in audit or quality improvement.

Employee benefits include:

- 25 day’s paid holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing to 26 days after 5 years. Plus the ability to buy up to 1 working week of additional leave
- Contributory pension scheme – min 2% employee contribution receives 6% employer contribution up to max of 10% employer contribution matched with 5% employee contribution
- Death-in-service Life Assurance, with a benefit of 3x annual salary
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Reward Hub online benefits platform with extensive offers and discounts
- Professional subscription paid by RBL (where it is essential to the role)
- DBS (criminal records) screening paid by RBL (where it is essential to the role).
- Employee Assistance Programme: Provides confidential counselling, financial and legal advice

About Mais House

Mais House is one of six care homes operated by the Royal British Legion. Nestled near the coast in Bexhill-on-Sea, it’s a beautiful period property with 51 en-suite rooms, a lounge bar, cinema, memorial garden, conservatory, and landscaped grounds. Residents enjoy tailored nursing, residential and dementia care in a vibrant, supportive environment.

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

About Our Work 

Support Through Sport CIO, based in Nottingham, delivers sport-based intervention, mentoring, and youth work programmes to thousands of disadvantaged young people, empowering them to develop pro-social behaviours and providing a lasting positive impact within underserved communities.

The organisation works to a Theory of Change which ultimately provides at-risk young people with protective factors, diverting them away from negative influences such as youth offending, ASB, violence, gang culture and knife crime. Through an innovative, youth-led approach, Support Through Sport harnesses the power of sport to empower disadvantaged youth and create safer communities, where young people can thrive.

We’re passionate about implementing real change within disadvantaged and underserved communities, providing young people with support, guidance and opportunities which enable every young person to achieve their full potential.

Role Overview 

Support Through Sport CIO is seeking a highly motivated and organised individual to deliver our innovative School and Community Navigator programme throughout Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. The Senior School and Community Navigator will lead a team of three Navigators across four schools in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. The role combines direct support to children and young people aged 10–17 with leadership and coordination responsibilities, ensuring delivery is of the highest standard and in line with Support Through Sport policies and project specifications.

Working closely with schools, families, and local agencies, the Senior Navigator will provide supervision and guidance to staff, build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, and ensure effective safeguarding, monitoring, and reporting systems are in place. You will work with young people aged 10–17 in community settings, building trust-based relationships and providing early intervention to reduce risk factors linked to crime, violence, and exploitation.

The role combines youth work, mentoring, and community engagement, supporting young people to tackle challenges such as disengagement in education, substance use, poverty, discrimination, and school exclusion. You will act as an advocate for young people, bridging gaps with the wider community while promoting respect, empowerment, and positive life choices whilst working utilising a child-centred and collaborative approach.

At Support Through Sport, we use a range of creative approaches, including sport as a diversionary tool, to build brighter futures and create safer communities. Flexibility is essential, as sessions may take place during evenings and weekends, in addition to typical school hours. You will be required to work within the complex support system which often surround young people at-risk, to ensure a multi-agency approach to achieving the best possible outcomes for children and young people.

You will be supported to meet a benchmark of training and standards, including:

Basic Training

Health & Safety

Neurodiversity

EDI & Cultural Competence

Effective Communication

Resilience in Youth Work

Level 3 LA Safeguarding

GDPR & Data Protection

First Aid at Work

Enhanced DBS

Full Induction

Enhanced Training 

Contextual Safeguarding

Operational Skills

Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse

Health and Wellbeing

Key Information

Position: Senior Targeted Practitioner - School & Community Navigators

Reporting To: East Midlands Regional Manager

Hours: 37.5 hrs per week

Contract: Full Time, 6 month probationary period

Salary: £28,000 - £29,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience

Location: Nottingham & Nottinghamshire (Nottingham Office)

Transport: Car driver essential

Essential attributes include: 

Experience working with children and young people (10–17 years) in school and community settings

Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection, with experience responding to and escalating concerns

Proven experience supervising or leading staff or volunteers in a youth work, education, or community setting

Ability to build and maintain excellent relationships with schools, families and stakeholders

Strong knowledge of violence affecting young people, exploitation, and early intervention approaches

Experience of multi-agency working and attending safeguarding and strategy meetings

Ability to use case management systems and produce accurate reports and data

Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in practice and leadership

Flexible working hours including evenings and school holidays

Full UK driving licence and ability to travel across Nottinghamshire

Desirable Attributes Include:

Qualification in youth work, education, or a related field (JNC strongly desired)

Experience of staff training, coaching, or professional development

Knowledge of local referral pathways and support services across Nottinghamshire

Experience working within schools or multi-school programmes

Training in conflict resolution, mental health first aid, or trauma-informed practice

Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team

Self-motivated with a positive attitude

Passionate about making a difference in the community

Strong youth engagement and relationship-building skills

Confident in delivering a range of sports and physical activities

Roles and Responsibilities 

• Provide leadership, supervision, and day-to-day support to a team of School and Community Navigators, ensuring high-quality delivery across all schools and community settings.
• Support the training, professional development, and reflective practice of staff, encouraging continuous learning and consistency of approach.
• Deliver services to the highest standards, in line with specifications, funder requirements, and Support Through Sport policies and values.
• Lead delivery across four schools and identified community hubs, building and maintaining strong working relationships with senior leaders, pastoral staff, SEND teams, and wider support services.
• Develop and sustain effective multi-agency partnerships with schools, statutory services, and community organisations to ensure joined-up provision and pathways of support.
• Attend and contribute to regular meetings with schools, community stakeholders, and safeguarding partners, representing Support Through Sport professionally.
• Liaise with relevant agencies and take appropriate, timely action to safeguard children and young people, ensuring safeguarding remains at the heart of all practice.
• Ensure staff follow safeguarding policies and procedures, providing oversight, guidance, and follow-up where required, and escalating concerns appropriately.
• Support risk assessments, contextual safeguarding discussions, and contribute to case management at multi-agency meetings.
• Oversee the planning, coordination, and delivery of mentoring and outreach support within both school and community settings, ensuring flexibility and responsiveness to local needs.
• Monitor and record outcomes effectively using Upshot, case notes, and assessments to evidence impact and progression.
• Provide accurate data, case studies, and impact reporting for funders, stakeholders, and internal learning, contributing to continuous improvement.
• Deliver targeted 1:1 mentoring, small group sessions, and outreach with children and young people, supporting engagement, wellbeing, and positive life choices.
• Encourage participation in education, training, and community opportunities, advocating for pathways into positive progression.
• Act as an advocate for young people, ensuring their voices influence programme design and delivery, and that they feel heard, valued, and respected.
• Champion equality, diversity, and inclusion within delivery, ensuring support is tailored to meet the individual needs of all young people.

Benefits Include: 

• Working alongside a very passionate team
• Enhanced DBS check provided
• Further development opportunities
• Sense of satisfaction
• Ongoing personal support
• Great team incentives
• Positive working environment
• Career Progression opportunities
• Competitive salary plus expenses
• No micro-management
• Training and CPD offers

Note

Please note that in order to apply for this role all candidates must hold the right to work in the UK, undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide 2 professional references. If these are not completed in a timely manner, your application maybe disqualified.

We look forward to receiving your application and hearing about how you can support us to build brighter futures for young people in Nottinghamshire!