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About Surf Life Saving Great Britain
We keep people safe on our coasts and waterways, uniting communities to save lives. Our 10,000 volunteers from all walks of life patrol beaches, strengthen community resilience to extreme weather, deliver emergency coastal and flood rescue, provide training, develop community clubs, and nurture world-class athletes.
Our collective impact delivers fewer drownings and accidents, improved physical and mental wellbeing, stronger communities, vital life skills and career opportunities. Last year, we helped 3,525 people: 13 lives saved, 37 first aid responses, 51 missing persons, 98 rescues, 1,546 reactive interventions, and 1,780 preventative interventions.
Our aim is to provide lifesaving education and skills to those aged 5 to 105, creating fitter, safer waterside communities.
Our Values: We're united by our values: we're one community and one team; we act with care and courage; we love and respect the water; we never stop learning.
Where We Operate: Our HQ is in Exeter, but Surf Life Saving GB clubs exist throughout the UK, from Aberdeen to St Ives, including inland clubs like York and Worcester. Our rescue teams respond nationwide. We work in partnership with International Life Saving, lifesaving bodies worldwide, government, rescue organisations, universities, and schools.
Job Purpose
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Surf Life Saving Great Britain (SLSGB) by reshaping our education and training content. As Learning Design Lead, you will be responsible for reviewing, updating and re-launching our portfolio of training courses, working in close partnership with internal and external subject matter experts on our three core pillars of Life Saving, Community, and Sport. This will include course delivery via a new digital learning platform, in-person course materials, and community-focused resources. The goal is to support our members, partners and the wider community by delivering consistent, high-quality education that enhances lifesaving knowledge and promotes water safety across the UK.
Main Responsibilities:
- Content Development & Review
- Oversee the SLSGB portfolio of training, including Life Saving training for volunteers and professionals, Community engagement programmes, and skills development in Sport.
- Review and design course curriculum, content, materials, manuals, digital assets, and learning resources across all SLSGB training.
- Map out clear learning pathways and progression routes for each audience.
- Make learning fun and engaging for learners aged 4 to 104!
- Work with subject matter experts to ensure all educational content reflects the latest evidence, technology, and legislation relating to lifesaving and related fields, including DEFRA and Department of Education requirements.
- Digital Learning & Innovation
- Lead the transition of SLSGB courses to online and blended learning models, ensuring accessibility and engagement across a wide range of learners.
- Establish best-in-class user experience on the SLSGB digital learning platform.
- Work with a designer and adhere to SLSGB guidelines to ensure training material and resources are on brand and finished to a high standard.
- Train the Trainer
- Work in partnership with subject matter experts to upskill SLSGB Trainer Assessors and Level 1 & 2 Coaches to deliver new learning pathways and course curriculum.
- Provide regular updates and refresher training as and when courses change.
- Ensure Trainers are equipped with the right access levels and resources.
- Community Engagement
- Work with the Digital & Communications Manager and other team members to provide information and support about new and updated training courses to 10,000 SLSGB members, professionals working in coastal and marine roles, water sports organisations, schools, youth groups, and community partners.
- Support the national drowning prevention strategy by creating resources and programmes that educate the public and at-risk groups.
- Quality Assurance & Consistency:
- Maintain uniformity in course content and assessment criteria across all strands of training, regions, and delivery methods.
- Carry out regular visits and collect feedback from users and stakeholders to inform continuous improvement in educational offerings.
- Partnership & Collaboration:
- Build relationships with external organisations (e.g., schools, emergency services, local authorities) to broaden the reach of SLSGB's educational mission.
- Contribute to grant proposals or funding applications related to education and water safety.
Person Specification
Essential
- Alignment with Surf Life Saving GB’s values.
- Demonstrated experience in high-quality curriculum development, educational resource design, or instructional design.
- Proven record developing digital and in-person training solutions that are creative and engaging.
- Experience setting up and managing Learning Management Systems (LMS) and multimedia content development.
- Excellent writing, spelling, grammar, communication and presentation skills.
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines independently.
- Capable of delivering innovative solutions on a tight budget.
- Passionate about water safety, youth education, and community engagement.
Desirable
- Strong understanding of Surf Life Saving GB’s activities and educational framework.
· Track record developing training in a safety, sport, aquatic, or charity environment.
· The drive and confidence to deliver training (e.g. Community Programmes, or Train the Trainer sessions).
Working Pattern
· 9am - 5pm, three days per week.
· Other working hours and patterns will be considered on request.
· Willingness to attend evening and weekend events with SLSGB volunteers, involving travel and overnight stays. Evening and weekend work will be compensated through ‘time off in lieu’ (TOIL) or overtime payments, as appropriate.
· You must have a current driving license and will be required to provide your own car. A mileage allowance will be paid.
- You must have the right to live and work in the UK.
- Familiarity with technology in the classroom is an advantage but not essential. If you are enthusiastic about shaping young minds and making a difference in the educational landscape, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity as an Educator.
To Apply please submit a CV (no longer than 3 pages) along with a short cover letter (max 500 words) to
Job Type: Part-time
Application
- Please also submit a letter of application along with your CV
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Exeter EX2 7HU
Application deadline: 07/09/2025
To save lives and promote safety across all water environments, while supporting and empowering our dedicated members. Through education, training,
Join Different Strokes, a national charity led by young stroke survivors for young stroke survivors. There are 100,000 strokes in the UK every year, and 1 in 4 of these happen to someone of working age or younger. We aim to promote independent stroke recovery and help younger stroke survivors to reclaim their lives.
We are a small national charity that really cares about what we do. We are currently looking to expand our team, and to devote additional resources to support our network of local groups across the UK, which provide vital peer support for stroke survivors in a face-to-face setting.
We have around 30 autonomous local groups, which are all volunteer led. As the Community Administrator you will work closely with our Volunteer and Groups Co-ordinator, and provide vital administrative support. You will be responsible for such activities as data collecting, ensuring group documents and paperwork requirements are up-to-date, providing monthly updates and ordering marketing materials.
You will help to ensure that all our group volunteers receive the support they require, and respect the autonomy that groups have to make their own decisions, while ensuring that they work within the framework of Different Strokes and that they meet compliance requirements. The ability to communicate effectively with group volunteers and other third parties, by phone, email and through online platforms, is essential.
The role would be based in our office in Milton Keynes. The willingness to undertake occasional visits to groups would be beneficial.
This is a permanent position for 15 hours per week. Very occasional evening or weekend work will be required.
Applications are particularly welcome from individuals who have been personally affected by stroke.
Closing date: Monday 29th September 2025.
Interviews are likely to be held between Wednesday 8th October and Friday 17th October. Interviews will be held at our office in Milton Keynes; if you have any accessibility requirements regarding interview please let us know.
To apply for this position, please send a CV, and a cover letter which addresses all criteria on the person specification. Please also complete the equal opportunities form.
To champion peer support for younger stroke survivors as a means to active recovery.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a dedicated and proactive Grants & Partnerships Fundraiser to help grow our support for some of the world's most marginalised children.
At Children on the Edge, we envision a world where every child thrives, no matter their geography, ethnicity, gender, or caste. Working hand-in-hand with communities in Bangladesh, India, Uganda, Myanmar, and Afghanistan, we support children in some of the toughest situations.
About the role
In the role you will be working with the Grants Manager to maximise funding from foundations and grant-makers (currently around £800,000 p.a.) and to support our partnerships with high-net-worth individuals. You will manage and grow a portfolio of funders while identifying and nurturing new relationships.
You will be responsible for prospecting new opportunities, writing compelling applications, and creating insightful narrative and financial reports to help us sustain a broad base of restricted and unrestricted funding for our work. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated fundraiser to join a small, dynamic organisation and champion community-led programmes that create protective environments full of hope, life, colour, and fun.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will have an interest in and understanding of community-led international development and a passion for Children on the Edge's approach.
You'll have excellent communication skills, a proactive and collaborative approach, and enjoy creating compelling applications and reports for funders. You should be results-driven and have the self-motivation and drive to meet deadlines, and an aptitude for financial reporting will be helpful.
We are responsive and adaptive at our core. There is no "one-size-fits-all" approach here; we tailor our programmes to the unique needs of each community we partner with. To thrive in this role, you will also need to be a flexible and adaptive problem-solver, and be motivated to learn from others.
For full details see our Job Pack.
Children on the Edge is a child rights organisation that works hand-in-hand with communities to support some of the world’s most marginalised children


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about the power of social media to inform, inspire, and connect? Are you always on the lookout for the next great story, reel, or trending sound? If so, this could be your dream role.
We’re looking for a creative and confident content creator to join our Marketing and Communications Team as a Social Media Executive – a brand-new role with the scope to make a real difference.
Social Media Executive
Location: Rowcroft Hospice, Ella's Gardens, Avenue Road, Torquay, TQ2 5LS
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Hours: Full Time – 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
What you’ll bring
We’re looking for a creative social media professional with 2+ years’ experience to join us as the voice of Rowcroft across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. You'll create engaging, scroll-stopping content, capture real-time moments, and use insights to shape strategy — helping us grow our community and highlight the impact of our work.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Lives and breathes social media, with a strong understanding of how each platform works
- Has experience running paid campaigns in Meta Ads Manager
- Is a natural storyteller and can craft compelling content
- Can juggle competing priorities with confidence and clarity
- Enjoys working both independently and as part of a values-led team
What’s in it for you?
We work together with passion and pride in an environment where people are caring, considerate, inclusive and welcoming. You’ll be encouraged to experiment, bring ideas to the table and be bold in your creativity. The full workload can at times be tough. We don’t shy away from that. But you’ll see clearly the importance and impact of your work and feel recognised and part of something remarkable.
Working at Rowcroft Hospice
Rowcroft Hospice is an independent charity that provides comfort, support and specialist care to over 2,500 patients and their loved ones across South Devon each year. Our vision is to make every day the best day possible for people living with life-limiting illnesses in our community.
Closing date: 11:59pm Sunday 21 September at 23:59
Interview date: Week commencing 29 September
Interested?
If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website.
No agencies please.
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 Senior Business Development Manager to play a pivotal role in our Business Development Service in London
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
The Senior Business Development Manager will work closely with the Health Team to identify, develop, and propose new initiatives, contributing to Hestia's ambitious growth targets. They will lead on tenders that align with organisational priorities, finalising technical questions and method statements, and ensuring submissions are completed accurately and on time. The role involves bid writing and review support, conducting research into health and business development models, and exploring integrated funding opportunities. The post-holder will also work alongside Operations and HR teams to develop staffing structures, service delivery models, and financial plans, including modelling the impact of TUPE where relevant.
In addition, the Senior Business Development Manager will support the mobilisation of successful tenders, participate in presentations and clarification interviews, and evaluate outcomes to inform future submissions. They will contribute to Hestia's development strategy by identifying new growth opportunities, supporting service redevelopment, and fostering partnerships or consortia as effective delivery methods. The role requires engagement with commissioners, attendance at strategic forums, production of reports, and participation in internal working groups, while maintaining commercial confidentiality and pursuing personal training and development to enhance understanding of Hestia's services.
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
We are seeking a highly organised and effective communicator with strong written and presentation skills. The ideal candidate will have experience in research, analysis, and preparing reports and recommendations. Experience in tender bid writing is essential. You should have a good understanding of safeguarding and the ability to address issues appropriately, along with knowledge of Health and Adult Social Care funding initiatives. The role requires someone experienced in working collaboratively within teams, providing professional technical advice, and supporting projects from inception to completion.
Interview Steps
Interviews will take place on 24th September 2025 at our head office in Aldgate, London
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.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.




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!
Job Purpose
This role plays a key part in the delivery of Operation Smile UK’s retention programme, generating income and retaining existing cash and regular giving donors. The Giving Engagement Officer (Retention) will support the Giving Engagement Manager to implement multi-channel (mail, telemarketing, web and email) donor retention campaigns, ensuring timely delivery, creative accuracy, and effective stakeholder coordination.
You will be responsible for managing campaign schedules, supporting the creative and data processes, and ensuring delivery partners are aligned. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to deepen their fundraising or campaign delivery experience in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Campaign Delivery & Coordination
· Deliver cultivation and retention campaigns, setting up and developing schedules in Asana and coordinating all required stakeholders.
· Manage timelines to ensure all activity is delivered on time and to plan.
· Compile campaign costs and track expenditure against budgets, flagging issues as they arise.
Creative, Data & Fulfilment Management
- Develop campaign briefs for creative, data output, print and fulfilment for review by internal teams and suppliers.
- Manage the creative sign-off process: collate feedback from stakeholders and ensure briefing accuracy to suppliers.
- Proof all campaign materials to maintain brand integrity and accuracy.
Digital & Email Communications
- Support the development of donor emails in line with agreed campaign structures.
- Coordinate the production and scheduling of email content in collaboration with the communications and data and tech team.
Performance Monitoring & Reporting
- Compile campaign results for analysis and provide reports to inform future activity.
- Work closely with data teams to ensure appropriate segmentation and tracking.
Donor Stewardship
- Support the thank-you process, including personalising and developing donor thank-you cards as required.
- Contribute to improving supporter journeys and experiences through campaign touchpoints, especially for regular givers.
Recruitment
We are actively interviewing for this role on a rolling basis as suitable applicants apply. If you're interested in this role, it is advisable to apply as soon as possible.
Application Instructions
Could you please provide us with a cover letter (no longer than one A4 page) that addresses the following:
- Why are you interested in a career in fundraising?
- What skills will you bring to this role?
- What specifically attracted you to Operation Smile UK’s mission to provide cleft care and safe surgery globally?
- How have you coordinated campaign schedules, stakeholders, and suppliers in previous roles to ensure on-time, accurate campaign delivery?
Disability Confident Committed Employer
We're a Disability Confident Committed employer, so we guarantee an interview to any disabled applicant who meets the minimum requirements for the job.
At Operation Smile UK, we value individuals based on their performance and potential. We're dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that supports everyone's needs. We're happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the application and employment process, and we particularly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
If you need this document in a different format, require any adjustments, or need help with your application, please contact us (further details contained within the job description).
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Operation Smile UK knows fundraising could better reflect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of the people the charity sector supports. If you don’t meet every requirement but believe your transferable skills align with the role, we encourage you to contact us for a conversation.
We want our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
We celebrate diversity and encourage you to bring your authentic self to Operation Smile UK. We are committed to supporting all applicants and ensuring a fair hiring process. All appointments will be made solely on merit, and we are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary range: £35,850 - £38,105 (London) / £31,994 - £35,000 (National)
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Benefits:
- 27 days’ annual leave + statutory holidays + three closures days over the Christmas period.
- Flexible working for all staff including working from home/hybrid working, and flexitime/TOIL scheme.
- Attractive family friendly policies.
- Private healthcare cover.
- Season ticket loans.
- Employee awards, and training and development opportunities.
For more information about our benefits please visit our website.
Office locations: London or Bristol
Please note, the successful candidate will be expected to carry out two days in-person working per week on average which will include attendance at your office location.
Flexible working arrangements can be discussed and agreed with the line manager subject to role and business needs.
An exciting opportunity has arisen at the National Housing Federation (NHF) for a Risk and Compliance Manager, a varied role supporting the NHF’s internal risk management and compliance practices. You will be responsible for managing the application of the NHF’s risk management systems ensuring that corporate risks are appropriately identified and managed across the business. You will oversee data protection procedures, support colleagues with guidance and training, maintain GDPR documentation, and help ensure compliance. You’ll also assist staff in applying data protection principles and enable data subjects to exercise their rights.
The NHF is the voice of housing associations in England. We are the trade body to almost 600 housing associations, who have grown from philanthropic roots to provide 2.6 million homes to around six million people. You can find further information about the NHF on our website.
Interested in finding out more?
Please scroll down to the bottom of the page to download the full job profile and person specification for this role.
Key elements of the role:
- Risk management – application of risk management policies and tool to support the NHF’s risk management
- Data protection – Keeping the NHF up to date with data protection best practices as supporting colleagues with good data governance
- Compliance – assisting colleague comply with internal policies and developing these polices as necessary
- Membership management and fee collection – supporting the team with administering the admission of new members and annual membership fee collections.
The successful candidate:
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
- Experience and qualifications that support risk management
- Ability to work with a wide variety of people and adapt their communication style appropriately
- Knowledge of Data Protection and its practical application
- Competency using computer systems such as CRM systems, and the MS Office suite.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
The NHF has published its equality, diversity and inclusion strategy, which was co-created with staff. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we value the contribution each individual makes to our work.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and are working to increase the diversity profile of our workforce. We are currently under-represented by ethnic minorities, people with a disability or disabilities and LGBTQ+, and would particularly welcome applications from people in these groups.
Disability confident employer
We are a disability confident employer and if you are a disabled person who meets the skills and experience we consider essential for the role, we will offer you an interview.
Please note: there may be occasions where it is not practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job. In certain recruitment situations such as high-volume of applications, we may be required to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people.
In these circumstances the NHF will select the disabled candidates who best meet the minimum criteria for the job rather than all of those that meet the minimum criteria, as we would do for non-disabled applicants. This is in line with the Disability Confident guidelines.
We are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process if you have a disability or have a condition that you feel may affect your performance during the recruitment process. Please contact the People team at with your request or to arrange a time to discuss in more detail.
Our role profile and job advert can also be requested in large print or in accessible format via this email address.
Uploading your application
If you decide to apply for this role, please do not include any personal details, such as name, gender, age etc. in your application. This will help us to shortlist candidates for interview based solely on their knowledge, skills and experience.
Right to work in the UK/UK VISA sponsorship
You must have the right to work in the UK and it is important to note that the NHF does not sponsor individuals to work in the UK.
Closing date for applications: 7 September 2025
Interview date: 17-19 September 2025
We are the voice of England’s housing associations.



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Students’ Union UCL is an organisation that exists to make more happen. We are the representative body for University College London’s (UCL) students, one of the most diverse student communities in the world. UCL students have the potential to do anything, and the Union plays an essential role in helping them to achieve things they may have never thought possible. As a charity we employ over 130 career staff and over 250 part-time student staff, and deliver a wide range of services and representative functions for students. We work in partnership with UCL towards a fantastic experience for all of our 48,000 students and to ensure that university life enables them to develop the skills, experience and confidence to become the leaders of the future.
Our vision is of an outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students’ unions in the UK and the world.
It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL’s ground-breaking Student Life Strategy. This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students’ mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students’ skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community.
We support hybrid working. Excellent benefits including defined benefit pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. We are proud of high levels of staff engagement and pride ourselves on being a great place to work.
The role is a full time permanent role. The role is based at Bloomsbury campus with flexibility to work from home on a 40/60 basis (40% working from the office). We will consider applications to work on a flexible and job share basis wherever possible.
We are looking for a Marketing Manager (Commercial) to lead a team to deliver effective and impactful multichannel marketing campaigns to drive engagement with our services, increase revenue, and support the development and expansion of the Union’s commercial portfolio. We operate a diverse range of values-led commercial services, including bars, cafes, shops and gyms.
An outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students’ unions in the UK and the world.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Lead a Team. Create Change.
Groundwork Greater Manchester is looking for a Youth & Communities Programme Manager to take on a role focussed on development. This isn't just about managing projects; it's about fostering growth—in the young people we serve, the communities we partner with, and the talented team you will lead.
At Groundwork, we don't just manage programmes—we develop people. You'll lead a passionate team, build powerful partnerships, and give young people the tools and confidence to create lasting environmental change. If you're ready to lead a team and make a difference, this is your opportunity.
What You'll Be Doing
· Lead with Impact: You will have the autonomy to drive innovation, spot new opportunities, and build programmes that create lasting change across Greater Manchester.
· Manage a Talented Team: You'll lead a passionate and supportive team. Our culture is built on trust, and we invest in our people's development, giving you the chance to mentor future leaders.
· Empower Young People & Communities: Your work will directly empower young people and communities, giving them the tools and confidence to shape their own sustainable future.
Who We're Looking For
You have a strong background in youth and community work and are ready for a leadership role. You're a forward-thinking professional with a passion for people and a clear vision for growing services. You believe in the power of young people to drive environmental change.
We’re passionate about creating a future where every neighbourhood is vibrant and green, every community is strong and able to shape its own destiny and no-one is held back by their background or circumstances. We specialise in the following services and are committed to creating added social value through our delivery:
- Community engagement
- Landscape design & build
- Training & coaching for employment
- Early intervention to support health & wellbeing
- Safe & sustainable business support
As a Disability Confident employer we offer a guaranteed interview to applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria for the role.
At Groundwork we ensure that we provide a safe environment for adults, children and young people to take part in any activity or service that we organise. We are committed to creating a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk.
Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and comprehensive process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all the people we appoint are suitable to work with our children, young people and adults.
If you want to work in a values driven team that makes a real difference to individuals and communities in Greater Manchester, read on.
OVERVIEW OF THE POST
The Youth & Communities Programme Manager provides leadership and management for the youth & communities team and their programme of work, driving quality delivery and growth.
Working closely with other programme managers, they ensure that delivery is focused on achieving the Groundwork GM vision, facilitate learning across programme areas, ensure consistency in programme delivery and explore improvements to the way we work.
Delivery
· Lead and effectively manage the youth & communities programme, including:
- Community youth work, detached and centre/park based
- Youth & community engagement in climate and nature projects
- Capacity building, including coaching, mentoring and skills development.
- Community outreach to support Groundwork’s services to reach their target audiences.
· Ensure appropriate allocation of team and financial resources, that deliverables and quality standards are met and impact and outcome data is collected and analysed for learning and reporting.
Business & Service Development
· Lead and manage the youth & communities team’s business development plan;
- implementing sustainability plans for core services
- identifying areas for growth and pro-actively identifying opportunities to achieve it.
· Manage and grow delivery partnerships and relationships to support programme development, delivery and growth.
· Champion GGM’s listening and learning culture with the team and use data and feedback from participants to inform programme improvement, development and growth.
· Work closely with Groundwork UK and other Groundwork Trusts where appropriate to develop services and share learning.
Financial & Resource Management
· Produce and manage the programme’s budgets and resources available.
· Develop and realise financial sustainability plans for core programmes and growth plans where agreed:
- Preparing funding bids and proposals
- Working with partners to develop and input to bids and proposals led by others
· Support strategic managers with larger income generating opportunities and longer term financial planning.
People Management & Development
· Provide line management for seniors and project leads and HR support for the team in relation to day-to-day HR issues and well-being.
· Be accountable for the team’s performance, development and wellbeing in the workplace.
· Drive the embedding of GGM’s culture and values within the team.
· Support the delivery of strategic workforce development plans.
· Be accountable for managing GGM and team level communication and maintaining consistent messaging as agreed with senior leadership.
Internal Management
· Embed GGM policies and procedures across programmes, champion delivery standards and ensure compliance.
· Champion key business priorities such as EDI and carbon reduction across the team, ensuring these are embedded across all team operations.
· Lead the development and delivery of business improvement plans.
· Collate, analyse and learn from data and feedback to influence policy and action.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Woodland Trust is looking for a Project Manager - Mourne Park on a fixed term contract until December 2029 to lead the work on the development and delivery of The National Lottery Heritage Funded project at Mourne Park.
The Role:
• This is a key role in The National Lottery Heritage Funded project at Mourne Park. The Project Manager will be required to work on the development and delivery of visitor experience enhancement, countryside access and interpretation projects linked to conservation of Mourne Park’s natural and built heritage through woodland management, creation and restoration schemes.
• The role will be responsible for the project management and budget responsibility, ensuring all Heritage Fund and Woodland Trust reporting and recording systems are up to date, work programmes are delivered on time across the programme.
• You will direct the project team delivering all access projects, on site interpretation and in line with the Access & Interpretation Plans for the project.
• You are responsible for fostering good relations with partners, contractors, interested organisations and individuals, local people, visitors and the media. Identifying, reviewing and meeting with potential partners who could assist the project to meet its objectives and whose objectives could be assisted by the project.
• This role is homebased within Northern Ireland and will require the successful candidate to regularly travel to Mourne Park and around Northern Ireland as required (with reasonable paid travel expenses).
• This role is a funded fixed term role until December 2029.
• This role will require an enhanced DBS check as part of our pre-employment checks.
• This role is made possible thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund and National Lottery Players.
The Candidate:
• You have an enthusiasm for the environment and share our core values-Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count.
• Hands on experience in project delivery especially in complex, multi-disciplinary projects bringing together a variety of skills from both within and outside the organisation to plan, monitor and deliver projects on time and to budget.
• You’ll have experience in forestry or conservation land management experience, including experience of volunteer and community engagement.
• You’ll be an inspiring leader, with experience leading teams and motivating colleagues to deliver projects on time and to budget.
• You’ll have a collaborative approach, with the ability to work with multiple teams, building relationships with both internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• You’ll know about delivery of access infrastructure construction and interpretation projects on public and private sites to build an enhanced visitor experience.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbally being able to liaise with internal and external stakeholders, especially volunteers using a variety of methods to suite the audience.
• This role does require regular travel to and from Mourne Park and Northern Ireland. A full UK driving licence is required.
Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:
• Enhanced Employer Pension
• Life Assurance
• Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
• Travel expenses
• Generous Annual Leave - 25 days + bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Buy and Sell Annual Leave
• Enhanced Parental Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees.
People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply.
Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application.
Application Advice: For fairness we keep our candidates’ personal details hidden from the hiring managers, so they do not see your CV until shortlisting is completed. Make sure that your Personal Statement clearly shows how your skills and knowledge link to the specifications in the job description and you share with us your passion for the role.
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Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. If we do close the advert early, and you have an application in process, we will email you prior to closing to give you time to complete.
Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams on Thursday 2nd October and Friday 3rd October.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The essentials …
- Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum, commensurate with experience
- Location: Hybrid, with at least one day per week at Burlington House, Piccadilly, London
- Contract: Full-time, 15 month fixed-term contract (with potential to extend)
- Reporting to: Director of Membership & Development
- Direct reports: None initially
What you’ll be doing …
We are looking for a strategic and proactive fundraiser to lead the launch and delivery of a capital campaign to refurbish our Grade II* listed Lecture Theatre at Burlington House - a flagship project to enhance accessibility, sustainability and the visitor experience at the heart of our historic home.
Alongside this, you will support income generation across a range of charitable programmes, including education, outreach and member engagement, helping to grow both restricted and unrestricted income and strengthen the Society’s long-term supporter base.
This is a highly collaborative role focused on delivery. You will lead day-to-day campaign activity, with particular emphasis on individual giving, donor engagement and external communications. You will also play a key role in building the systems, processes and approaches that will underpin future fundraising success, supporting the Society’s wider ambition to grow income and resilience over the next decade.
This is an opportunity to shape and deliver visible, mission-driven campaigns at a pivotal moment for the Society, contributing directly to our impact, profile and financial sustainability.
Overall responsibilities / requirements ...
- Lead the capital fundraising campaign for the refurbishment of our Grade II* listed Lecture Theatre, driving income growth through individual giving, corporate partnerships and trust funding.
- Generate income to support our education and outreach campaigns, working collaboratively with colleagues in education, outreach and communications to engage a broad range of supporters.
- Shape compelling cases for support and deliver segmented donor communications that resonate with different audience groups.
- Strengthen internal fundraising infrastructure by improving systems, processes and reporting, ensuring the Society is well-positioned for future income growth.
- Support the Director of Membership & Development by preparing briefing materials, contributing to proposals, and identifying prospects for large gifts or grants.
- Manage timelines, budgets, and reporting related to campaign activity.
- Liaise with external suppliers, funders and design/marketing support as required.
What we’re looking for …
Essential
- Proven experience in a senior fundraising role, ideally within a charity, cultural or education focused setting.
- Demonstrated success delivering capital appeals and/or public fundraising campaigns.
- Track record of securing donations from individuals, major donors, companies and/or trusts.
- Experience developing and implementing fundraising strategies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal skills.
- Organised, self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Understanding of establishing individual giving methods, including regular giving, legacy fundraising and digital channels.
- Familiarity with CRM systems (ideally Dynamics 365).
- Knowledge of fundraising regulation, GDPR and best practice in donor data handling.
Desirable
- Experience working on heritage, science or education-related campaigns.
- Experience collaborating with senior stakeholders, volunteers or boards/committees.
- Member of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising.
A bit about us …
The Geological Society is a registered charity and employs just under 60 staff at its offices in London and Bath. Our London office is situated in the beautiful London hotspot of Piccadilly in Burlington House, just next door to The Royal Academy.
As an employee conscious company, we invest in our staff by emphasising training, growth and progression in every role. We firmly believe in creating a positive workplace wellbeing culture and offer a range of benefits to our staff including:
- 25 days basic holiday entitlement when you start, increasing up to 30 days with continued service (pro-rated for part-time staff)
- Option to purchase up to 2 days extra holiday days per year
- Contributary pension scheme with 10% employer contribution
- Access to 24/7 online GP with mental health & wellbeing counselling
- Free premium Headspace account for you and 2 members of friends/family
- Discounts and recognitions scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Season Ticket Loan scheme
- Life Assurance and Income Protection schemes
- Free access to Royal Academy exhibitions
- Free Geological Society Fellow membership for qualified staff
The Society is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that promotes equality, values diversity and maintains a harmonious inclusive environment in which the rights and dignity of all its members visitors and staff are respected. We are an equal opportunities employer and the post-holder will be expected to adhere to and support the Society’s commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion.
How to apply …
Please head to our website (by clicking the button above) and read the job description in full for instructions on how to apply.
As part of our inclusive recruitment initiative, we have introduced the concept of anonymous recruiting in order to evaluate applicants solely on their skills and experience. With this in mind, we encourage you to:
- Anonymise your application by stating only your initials in your CV (including your file name) and cover letter.
- State your initials only in the subject line when sending your application.
- Ensure that you have included your contact email and number, as well as dates when you will not be available or might have difficulty with the indicative timetable.
We regret that unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted. Please let us know if you will require any special provisions to be made should you be called for an interview.
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Director of Fundraising & Partnerships
Location: Hybrid flexible working,
Winchester based office (expectation 1 day per week)
Salary: £60,000–£70,000
At the British Liver Trust, we are fighting to improve liver health for everyone. Liver disease and liver cancer are a public health crisis, yet too often overlooked. We raise awareness, provide vital information and support, campaign for earlier diagnosis, and give a voice to those affected.
We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Director of Fundraising & Partnerships to join our Senior Management Team and lead our ambitious plans to grow income and impact. This pivotal role will shape and deliver our fundraising strategy, diversify income streams, and build long-term relationships with major donors, corporate partners, trusts, and foundations.
Having merged with the Children’s Liver Disease Foundation in 2024, we are here for everyone, from tiny babies to adults, diagnosed with a liver condition. We are preparing to launch an exciting rebrand and a new name, Liver UK, in 2026. This is an incredible opportunity for the new Director of Fundraising and Partnerships to engage supporters of both charities in our new strategy and shared mission.
What You’ll Do:
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Lead a multi-year fundraising and partnerships strategy across trusts, foundations, major donors, corporates, legacies, individuals, community, and digital channels.
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Personally cultivate and manage high-value supporters and corporate partners.
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Drive innovation using the latest fundraising tools, technology, and analytics to embed a data-driven approach across the team.
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Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing fundraising team.
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Provide strategic insight and reporting to the CEO, SMT, and Trustees.
What We’re Looking For:
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Proven senior-level fundraising experience with multi-stream, high-value income growth.
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Someone who can represent the charity as a trusted ambassador, building strong and lasting relationships with trustees, donors, corporate partners and other key stakeholders, while using their networking skills to confidently promote our work and open up new opportunities.
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Experience maximising the benefits of CRM systems, analytics, and emerging technologies to drive data-led fundraising decisions.
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Inspirational leader, collaborative team player, and strategic thinker.
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Someone who enjoys working collaboratively with Trustees to connect with new supporters and partners, inspiring them to get involved and champion our mission.
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Enthusiasm for our mission to improve liver health, combined with a commitment to working in line with the Trust’s values.
Why Join Us?
With a new strategy (2026-2032) and a rebrand launching in 2026, this is a fantastic time to join us. This is a high-profile leadership role with the opportunity to shape the future of fundraising at a mission-driven charity.
We are at a pivotal point for liver disease, with the Government’s 10-year health plan and the support of senior policymakers, we have a once in a generation opportunity to drive and create real change for liver health.
As an employer, we are proud to offer:
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Flexible and hybrid working to support your work-life balance
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A supportive and friendly culture where your wellbeing matters
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Opportunities for personal and professional development, including access to training programmes, support for professional memberships, and chances to represent the Trust at external events and conferences
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Regular supervision and Personal Development Plans that focus on your work goals, alongside opportunities to collaborate across teams
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The opportunity to play a leading role in a major project to modernise our CRM system within the next two years, ensuring our fundraising and supporter care systems are fit for the future
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The chance to lead and inspire, while making a tangible difference to people’s lives every day
Closing Date:
17 October 2025 - applications will be reviewed, and interviews may be conducted, as they are received.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Creative Content Officer
Location: Any CHAS site - Hybrid working with a base in Edinburgh, Stepps, Robin House in Balloch or Rachel House in Kinross.
Salary: £35,445 - £39,615 per annum, pro rata
Contract Type: Permanent, Full time 35 hours per week
Closing Date: 14/09/2025 23:59
The Vacancy
Join Us as Our Creative Content Officer.
Are you a natural storyteller with a flair for crafting compelling digital experiences? CHAS is looking for a Creative Content Officer to join our collaborative Marketing and Communications Team within the Income Generation and Engagement Directorate, in a brand-new role that blends creativity, strategy, and impact.
In this exciting position, you’ll lead the creation and delivery of innovative content and campaigns across digital platforms, with occasional support for offline materials. You’ll be the driving force behind engaging narratives that resonate with our audiences, elevate our brand, and support key organisational goals.
We’re seeking someone who:
- Has a sharp eye for design and a passion for storytelling
- Knows and has experience in tailoring content for different channels while maintaining brand consistency
- Thrives in collaboration with internal teams and stakeholders
- Is ready to boost CHAS’s online presence and drive meaningful engagement
If you’re ready to make a difference through creativity and content, we’d love to hear from you.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will be a dynamic and skilled individual who brings creativity, strategic thinking, and technical know-how to the role with demonstrable skills and experience in the following areas. We expect the successful candidate to have exceptional communication skills and ability to communicate with all stakeholders and the ability to create compelling stories that inspire action.
The successful candidate must evidence:
- Proven expertise in social media management with a strong track record of planning, executing, and optimising content across multiple platforms to drive engagement and grow audiences.
- Creative proficiency in design and multimedia tools, skilled in using Adobe Creative Cloud or equivalent software, to produce high-quality visuals, videos, and other digital assets that align with brand identity.
- Solid understanding of digital marketing principles. Familiarity with SEO best practices, email marketing strategies, and paid advertising (PPC), with the ability to contribute to integrated campaigns.
- Clear, concise, and compelling writing and verbal communication, with meticulous attention to detail and tone appropriate for varied audiences.
- Analytical mindset with a results-driven approach. Ability to interpret performance data, extract actionable insights, and refine content strategies to maximise impact and reach.
- Understanding of PR and influencer engagement. Familiarity with public relations tactics and influencer collaboration strategies, with the ability to support brand awareness and amplify campaign reach through strategic partnerships.
In addition, we would expect some evidence around:
- Awareness of digital compliance and best practices. Working knowledge of GDPR and relevant digital marketing regulations, ensuring ethical and compliant content creation and audience engagement.
- Collaborative and proactive mindset and ability to engage with colleagues across the charity, with some travel to different locations across Scotland to gather and create compelling content in different formats.
About CHAS
At CHAS, we support families during the toughest of times. We have ambitions to reach every family in Scotland who is living with the heart-breaking prognosis that their child is dying and offer them our care and support to empower them to make the most of the short time they have together. The skill, determination and creative flair of our Marketing and Communication Team and Fundraising Teams makes this possible.
We offer
- Flexible Working: our teams work flexibly and in a hybrid manner with time split between at home, onsite in Edinburgh and Glasgow and one day a week at one of our two hospices, Rachel House in Kinross and Robin House in Balloch. CHAS offers flexible and family friendly working. and are happy to discuss working arrangements that work for you.
- Development Opportunities: development through exposure to a variety of fundraising, marketing and communications activities and events.
- Professional Growth: Work with industry leaders in a high-performing team where you will be encouraged and supported to excel and develop your skills.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Including generous annual leave and pension, incremental salary progression, access to Blue Light discounts, and health and wellbeing support.
Further Information and How to Apply
If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply. Click apply and you will be redirected to our careers site to answer a couple of questions and upload your CV or complete our full application form.
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Be part of something bold. Be part of 224.
Youth Moves has been supporting young people in South Bristol since 2005 giving them safe spaces, a voice, and the confidence to thrive. From open-access sessions and targeted mentoring to school partnerships and community projects, we help young people feel safe, be themselves, have fun, and build brighter futures.
Now, we’re taking it further. We’re transitioning to 224 Youth Zone, which will offer thousands of young people somewhere safe to go, something positive to do, and someone they can trust. With 224, we’ll grow our reach from 850 to over 4,000 members creating bigger opportunities, stronger communities, and lasting change.
Behind every great frontline service is a brilliant operational engine and that’s where you come in.
From HR and health & safety to facilities, catering, volunteering and reception, you’ll oversee critical day-to-day operations while managing a dedicated team of managers and coordinators. You’ll work closely with our external HR partner and internal systems lead to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and ensure we’re operating at the highest standards.
As a key member of our Senior Leadership Team, you’ll help shape organisational strategy and culture, playing a pivotal role in building a workplace where our people and young people can thrive.
What you'll bring:
· Significant experience in operations or business management, ideally within a youth, charity, or public sector setting
· Confident and compassionate leadership, with a track record of managing teams and cross-functional work
· A strategic, proactive approach to systems, problem-solving, and operational improvement
· Experience managing HR processes and working with external service providers
· A strong commitment to inclusion, safety, and excellence in every aspect of your work
Why join us?
At 224, this isn’t just another operations role, it’s an opportunity to help build something from the ground up. You’ll play a central part in creating a safe, welcoming, and high-performing environment where young people are inspired to reach their potential.
If you're passionate about purpose-led work, thrive in dynamic settings, and want to make a meaningful difference in South Bristol, we want to hear from you.
Apply now and help build the foundations for a brighter future.
Everyone is welcome. Everyone is valued. Everyone matters.




Department: Major Partnerships
Salary: £47,349 per annum
Hours: 34.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Fixed-term for 12 months (maternity cover)
Plan International UK is a global children’s charity striving for an equal world. One where every child can reach their full potential and every girl can choose her own future.
We bring people together to protect children’s rights and keep girls safe, in school and in control of their bodies – even when disaster strikes. And we won’t stop until we are all equal.
A rewarding and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Major Donor Manager to join the Philanthropic Partnerships Team in the Major Partnerships Unit (MPU) for a 12-month maternity cover role.
As Major Donor Manager you will lead the major donor team whilst managing three major donor officers. You will be responsible for leading the team to deliver excellent account management and stewardship of the major donor portfolio, contributing to our goal of sustaining and increasing income from high-net-worth individuals. You will also support the team to identify, research and cultivate relationships with new prospects.
You will have substantial experience of successfully creating and managing relationships with donors to secure high value gifts. Your strong interpersonal and communication skills will enable you to build relationships, negotiate, influence and collaborate with stakeholders, and you will have excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
If this sounds like you, and you have a passion for our values, feminist leadership principles and vision, we would love for you to apply!
This is an exciting time to join a high achieving team with lots of ambitious projects under way including the rollout of a new giving circle product and execution of an excellent high-value events programme.
For further detail of this role, please see the job profile.
The deadline for applications is 23:59 on Sunday 7 September 2025
First round interviews will take place on 24 - 25 September
Second round interviews will take place on 30 September
We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children, young people and adults in our work. We, therefore, apply rigorous recruitment and selection processes to ensure that only those who are suitable are recruited to work for us. Accordingly, appointment to all our roles is subject to a range of vetting checks and for this role this will include a Basic Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working for us; this will depend on the circumstances of any offences.
Plan International UK is committed to being an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
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