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Job Summary
The Advocacy and Campaigns Manager will play a crucial role in shaping and delivering Put Children First, the advocacy and campaigning initiative of Alder Hey Children’s Charity. The post holder will be responsible for influencing decision-makers, engaging stakeholders, and leading impactful campaigns to ensure children’s health and wellbeing are prioritised in public policy.
This role requires a strategic thinker with strong public affairs expertise, policy understanding, and excellent communication skills. The campaign is child led and will involve working with children to raise their voice. The post holder will also work with politicians, policymakers, clinicians and internal stakeholders, partner organisations, and the public to advocate for change, ensuring that Alder Hey Children’s Charity is a leading voice in children’s health policy and advocacy. This role is one of the first with a charity aligned to an NHS Trust and will appeal to someone with a strong desire to pioneer advocacy and campaigning in a unique setting.
Main Duties/Tasks
Advocacy & Campaigning Strategy
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Work with the Head of Marketing & Communications to develop and deliver a proactive and inclusive advocacy and campaigning strategy to drive meaningful policy change that benefits children’s health.
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Identify and respond to policy developments, advising on how Alder Hey Children’s Charity can influence key decision-makers and stakeholders.
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Lead campaign planning and execution, ensuring activities engage supporters, stakeholders, and policymakers effectively.
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Develop and manage partnerships with other charities, organisations, and networks to amplify the impact of the charity’s advocacy work.
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Work with external agencies where necessary to develop and deliver plans, being the key point of contact.
Public Affairs & Stakeholder Engagement
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Build strong relationships with MPs, government departments, local authorities, and policymakers at national and regional levels.
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Represent Alder Hey Children’s Charity and Put Children First in parliamentary briefings, policy roundtables, and stakeholder meetings.
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Monitor political and policy developments relevant to children's health, providing insightful briefings and recommendations to senior leadership.
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Support senior leaders and Trustees in their engagement with political and policy stakeholders, ensuring they are well-briefed and strategically positioned.
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Engage with children and families to ensure their voices are central to the advocacy work, developing plans to engage under represented communities.
Policy Development & Thought Leadership
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Translate complex policy issues into clear, compelling narratives that drive awareness and action.
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Work with colleagues to develop policy briefings, reports, and consultation responses, ensuring Alder Hey Children’s Charity is a credible and informed voice in the sector.
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Work with the Head of Marketing & Communications to position the charity as a thought leader on children’s health policy, ensuring its voice is heard in key debates and discussions.
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Identify opportunities to influence policy discussions through submissions, evidence-gathering, and research collaborations.
Media & Communications
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Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to develop compelling messaging that supports advocacy goals.
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Work with the charity’s Communications Advisory agency to secure media coverage on key issues, providing expert commentary and ensuring children’s health remains a priority in public debate.
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Develop engaging and inclusive content for Put Children First, including press releases, blogs, social media, film and supporter communications.
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Work with campaigners and families to amplify lived experiences in advocacy efforts, ensuring their voices are central to campaigns.
Internal Collaboration & Leadership
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Work closely with the fundraising teams, grants team, marketing and communications and the Trust’s Communications team to ensure advocacy work aligns with broader charity and Trust objectives.
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Provide advice and guidance to colleagues on policy and public affairs matters, in consultation with the Head of Marketing and Communications where required.
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Support the development of staff and volunteers as advocates for the charity’s policy positions.
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Ensure all campaign activities align with Alder Hey Children’s Charity’s values and meet ethical and legal standards.
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Any other reasonable duties as required by your line manager.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Katherine Low Settlement
Katherine Low Settlement is a busy, local charity that has been serving Battersea and the wider Wandsworth community since 1924. We are dedicated to building stronger communities and enable people to challenge and find ways out of poverty and isolation.
We run a range of our own community services to support local older people and children, young people, and their families from refugee communities. We campaign for social change. We incubate and support other charities and social businesses to thrive. Each week we work with 30+ charities and community groups supporting more than 1,000 people.
We’re looking for a dynamic and strategic Operations Director to play a key role in shaping and supporting everything we do at Katherine Low Settlement. Sitting at the heart of our leadership team, this role is all about making sure our charity runs smoothly, sustainably, and with purpose — so we can keep making a difference in the lives of those who need us most.
Role Purpose
The Operations Director is a critical leadership role responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective running of all operational aspects of Katherine Low Settlement. This role oversees the day-to-day operational leadership of the charity, ensuring that its systems, processes, and teams are aligned with strategic objectives and compliant with relevant legislation.
This position will lead on programme delivery, financial management, human resources, IT infrastructure, risk and compliance, governance, and facilities management, ensuring that the organisation operates smoothly and sustainably. The post-holder will act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), embedding a strong safeguarding culture across the organisation, and also be responsible for policy development and culture and wellbeing.
As a key member of the senior leadership team, the Director of Operations will work closely with the CEO, Board of Trustees, funders, partners, and staff to drive organisational effectiveness and ensure that the charity can continue delivering high-impact work.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership & Organisational Strategy
- Provide strategic leadership for all operational functions, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s mission and strategic objectives.
- Develop and implement efficient systems, processes, and policies to improve operational effectiveness.
- Work closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees to ensure that the charity is resilient, agile, and positioned for sustainable growth.
- Oversee cross-departmental collaboration, ensuring that operations support and enhance programme delivery.
- Lead on operational planning, resource allocation, and impact measurement.
Programme Delivery & Impact
- Ensure all programmes and services are effectively designed, resourced, and evaluated to achieve the best outcomes.
- Lead on the development of monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) frameworks to track programme impact and efficiency.
- Work with programme teams to ensure services are inclusive, accessible, and responsive to the needs of beneficiaries.
- Identify and mitigate operational risks that could affect programme delivery.
Financial & Resource Management
- Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and management in partnership with the Finance Team and CEO.
- Ensure financial policies, processes, and controls are in place and adhered to.
- Work with the fundraising team to ensure grant and contract funding is effectively managed and reported.
- Ensure long-term financial sustainability through effective resource allocation and cost efficiency.
- Support the development of business models, funding strategies, and income diversification.
Safeguarding & Risk Management - Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
- As the Designated Safeguarding Lead (a role delegated by the Chief Executive), ensure robust safeguarding policies, procedures, and practices are in place.
- Provide training and guidance to staff on safeguarding responsibilities and best practices.
- Oversee the Deputy Safeguarding Leads, acting as the main point of contact for safeguarding concerns from them, ensuring they are appropriately reported and addressed.
- Embed a strong safeguarding culture, ensuring that all programmes and services prioritise the safety and wellbeing of beneficiaries.
Human Resources, People Management & Wellbeing
- Lead the HR function, ensuring best practices in recruitment, retention, staff development, and performance management.
- Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), embedding a culture of fairness and opportunity for all.
- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with employment law and best practice.
- Promote staff wellbeing, fostering a positive and supportive working environment.
- Line manage operational staff, providing leadership, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
IT Infrastructure, Systems & Data Management
- Oversee the organisation’s IT strategy, ensuring systems and processes are secure, efficient, and fit for purpose.
- Lead on the implementation and management of Salesforce (or another complex CRM system), ensuring data integrity and effective reporting.
- Ensure cybersecurity, data protection, and GDPR compliance, embedding best practices across the organisation.
- Identify and implement digital solutions to enhance operational effectiveness.
Governance, Risk & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards, including charity governance, employment law, and safeguarding.
- Work closely with the Board of Trustees, providing reports and operational insights to support decision-making.
- Develop and maintain an effective risk management framework, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated.
- Oversee all policy development, ensuring policies are up to date, legally compliant, and well-embedded across the organisation.
Facilities & Office Management
- Oversee the management of charity premises, assets, and office operations.
- Ensure facilities are safe, secure, and compliant with health and safety regulations.
- Lead on business continuity planning and disaster recovery strategies.
Person Specification
Essential Experience & Skills
- Proven experience in a senior operational leadership role, ideally within the charity or non-profit sector.
- Strong understanding of programme management, financial oversight, HR, IT, and governance.
- Demonstrable experience of managing budgets using complex Excel spreadsheets.
- Experience with Salesforce or another complex CRM system, including implementation, reporting, and data management.
- Demonstrable experience in people management, of multi-level and departmental teams, with the ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams.
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding best practices, with experience as a Designated Safeguarding Lead
- Strong policy development and implementation skills, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
- Experience in culture and wellbeing initiatives, fostering a positive workplace environment.
- Experience working with Boards of Trustees and governance structures.
- Excellent risk management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with proven experience of building relationships with funders, partners, and regulatory bodies.
Desirable Experience & Skills
- Experience in charity fundraising operations.
- Knowledge of GDPR, data protection, and cybersecurity best practices.
- Understanding of health and safety, facilities management.
Personal Attributes
- A strategic thinker who can balance day-to-day operations with long-term vision.
- A collaborative leader who values teamwork and inclusivity.
- A proactive problem solver, able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- A strong commitment to the values and mission of the Katherine Low Settlement.
Further Information
·Katherine Low Settlement is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
·All offers to work at Katherine Low Settlement are subject to satisfactory references, which is standard KLS policy applicable to all roles. KLS also ask for an enhanced DBS (formerly known as CRB) check
·You will adhere to matters of confidentiality concerning this role and the KLS team
The above job description reflects the position at the time of writing; it is not intended to be a task list but indicates the general level of work involved. It is expected that duties will be reviewed and revised as required.
We work to reduce poverty and isolation and bring the community together.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Victim Support has an exciting opportunity to help lead our specialist services for victims of crime in County. We are looking for a Domestic Abuse Team Leader to work in Cumbria.
The role is home based with a requirement to work from our County wide Victim Support offices, within the Police stations across the county.
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:
The role of the Domestic Abuse Team Leader is to provide operational support and management to a team of Independent Domestic Violence advisors (IDVAs) that provide a high-quality frontline service to victims of domestic abuse in Cumbria. This will include those at the highest risk of harm and victims of rape and serious sexual assault.
To be successful in this role you will be flexible and proactive, have knowledge and experience of delivering a service and working directly with clients or service users in a statutory, voluntary or community work setting. A proven track record of managing a team delivering services of similar nature and scope, including performance management and staff development is essential. You will have experience of voluntary and statutory agencies, including a good understanding of the criminal justice, health and social care sectors.
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.
Criminal Justice Team Leader Salary: £30,350 - £43,675 per annum Full Time, Permanent Located: Claverings Centre N9 0AH (On-site, with no option for hybrid working) Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 9am until 5pm Waythrough is a vibrant and growing charity with over 30 years' experience working with individuals, families and communities affected by health and social inequalities across the country with a focus on improving people’s wellbeing. Waythrough is one of England’s most successful home-grown charities. We have over 1,100 staff and around 100 volunteers providing services for over 20,000 people. Our specialist services include substance use, clinical, employment training and education, housing services, housing support and health, young people, and families’ services. As a Criminal Justice Team Leader you will lead and develop a team of criminal justice recovery workers, fostering a positive working environment and ensuring the delivery of a high-quality service. In this role, you will play a crucial part in the management of the day-to-day functioning and performance of the Criminal Justice Team, ensuring a positive working environment and the delivery of quality service. You will also support the Criminal Justice Manager in developing, delivering, monitoring, and improving processes, control systems, and work environments to meet quality requirements and contractual needs, including key performance indicators (KPIs). Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to line-manage a small team and provide support for their development. About you We are looking for the following.
**Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive excess applications for the position** The salary demonstrated shows the potential salary earnings within the role What can Waythrough offer you?
To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Waythrough, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application. Waythrough is an equal-opportunity employer. If you feel that you would fit with our values & ethos, are passionate about supporting people, but maybe don’t feel you have the experience required, talk to us about your transferrable skills. For the right people, we can provide development to help you to realise your potential. |
Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value.





Programme Director
Location: Kirklees
Salary: £44,000 pro-rata
Hours: 30-37 hours per week (flexible working available)
Job Type: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent
Are you an experienced leader with a passion for community impact and the voluntary sector?
TSL Kirklees is currently recruiting for a new role of Programme Director to lead and coordinate our portfolio of community infrastructure projects.
This senior leadership role is pivotal in helping us achieve our mission to tackle inequality across Kirklees by strengthening the voice and influence of the local VCSE sector.
You’ll work closely with our CEO, Trustee Board, partners, and funders to:
- Oversee project delivery and evaluation
- Build strong cross-sector partnerships
- Align operations with strategic goals
- Lead and support a team of project managers
What are we looking for?
We're looking for someone with a collaborative leadership style, able to provide energy, focus and creativity as well as excellent project and people management skills, and a strong understanding of the VCSE landscape.
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Women’s Homelessness Lead
Location: Exeter
Salary: £34,000 - £41,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: Full-time (some flexibility with hybrid working)
Are you ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of women experiencing homelessness? Do you have a heart for social justice, a knack for building partnerships, and a passion for creating safe, supportive spaces? If so, Keychange Charity invites you to join us as our Women’s Homelessness Lead in Exeter.
About Us
At Keychange, we’ve been supporting women in vulnerable situations for over 100 years. Rooted in Christian values, our work is grounded in the belief that every person deserves fullness of life, community, and unconditional love. Our Women’s Homelessness Service in Exeter is a specialist 5-bed accommodation, offering not just a roof, but holistic, person-centred support that addresses trauma, health, wellbeing, education, and employment.
About the Role
This new and exciting role combines service delivery, strategic leadership, and community partnership building. As our Women’s Homelessness Lead, you’ll:
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Provide personalised, trauma-informed keyworking to a small caseload of women, empowering them to achieve personal goals and move toward independence.
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Develop strong partnerships with churches, local charities, housing providers, and funders to create wrap-around support for residents.
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Design and refine the service model, ensuring it remains co-produced, high-quality, and responsive to the unique needs of homeless women.
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Lead housing management and safety protocols, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
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Represent Keychange in the wider community, promoting our mission and developing opportunities for future service delivery.
Essential Criteria
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Substantial experience supporting women experiencing homelessness or disadvantage
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Deep understanding of the unique challenges homeless women face
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Proven ability to build partnerships with churches, charities, and local authorities
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Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
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Strong understanding of church networks and Christian community engagement
Desirable Criteria
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Experience in accommodation-based service delivery
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Existing relationships with VCSE organisations or churches in Exeter
Occupational Requirement
This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement (OR) under Schedule 9, Part 1, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010 that the post-holder must be a woman. Our aim is to provide a safe, private and comfortable environment for women affected by homelessness. This requirement is necessary and proportionate in light of the responsibilities of the role, which include:
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Providing keyworker support to at-risk female service users
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Maintaining the cleanliness, health, and safety of bedsits occupied exclusively by women
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Engaging in discussions on personal topics including trauma recovery, health and wellbeing, domestic abuse, and relationships support
Why Join Keychange?
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Competitive salary: £34,000 - £41,000 per annum (depending on experience)
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Generous leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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Hybrid working: Some flexibility, with regular site/community days
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Employee assistance programme and life insurance
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Contributory pension scheme with matched employer contribution
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Personalised development: Tailored learning and growth opportunities
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A vibrant and supportive team environment
How to Apply
Please send us:
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A cover letter sharing your story and how you meet the essential and desirable criteria
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An up-to-date CV, focusing on your relevant experience
Deadline: Midday on Thursday 19 June
First screening interviews: Wednesday 25 June (remote)
Full interviews: Monday 30 June (in person)
To focus on developing and encouraging community for vulnerable adults by seeking to address the risks in society of increased loneliness.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are recruiting a Digital Fundraising Assistant to assist in the delivery of our growing virtual events programme.
This is an exciting new role which involves supporting delivery of a wide range of virtual events at Sands, in order to grow our fundraising income. The role includes increasing Sands’ online presence across a range of channels through excellent stewardship of large audiences who are both warm and new supporters.
You will ensure delivery of a world class supporter experience using an omnichannel approach, helping our supporters reach and exceed their fundraising targets.
Working with the Digital Fundraising Manager, you will monitor the everchanging virtual challenge environment and consider how best to adapt our activities in order to achieve financial targets and remain innovative and a leader within the sector.
You will have strong communication skills and enjoy building relationships, especially within online communities. Additionally, you will have an understanding of a wide range of social media channels and an interest in creating refreshing, inspiring content.
A highly organised and efficient approach is essential in order to respond to large quantities of enquiries across multiple channels. Excellent written communication skills are therefore essential.
Relevant experience in creating engaging video, image and written content for different social channels is also an essential requirement.
This post is home-based. There may be the need to support Sands events at weekends and/or evenings and working hours can be adjusted accordingly.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Warwickshire & Solihull Community and Voluntary Action (CAVA)
is recruiting
Area Manager
(Solihull)
£43,775 per annum pro rata
22.5 hours per week
Permanent subject to funding
Hybrid/Office (The Core, Solihull) with regular travel
across Solihull and occasionally Warwickshire and Birmingham
About CAVA
CAVA provides infrastructure support to the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise sector across Warwickshire and Solihull. CAVA also works heavily in partnership with its respective organisations in both Birmingham and Coventry, collaborating across the landscape to reduce inequality. CAVA operates as a Volunteer Centre and delivers projects that support social and community action through the voices and engagement of local people.
CAVA has offices based in Leamington Spa, Nuneaton, Rugby, Stratford-Upon-Avon and a dedicated office space within a shared Community Hub in Solihull.
Area Managers at CAVA
Area Managers work as part of the Senior Management Team and are key ambassadors for the organisation and the wider VCFSE. They provide leadership and accountability for the work of CAVA, overseeing and growing our position and portfolio of work as the VCFSE Infrastructure organisation for both Solihull and Warwickshire. The Area Managers also work in partnership with the Board of Trustees on matters related to strategy and governance.
The Opportunity
The Area Manager will provide management and leadership of CAVA’s Solihull portfolio, which is at an evolving and exciting phase of integration across the Borough.
The Area Manager has a key role in leading and shaping CAVA’s presence in Solihull, working strategically alongside the Board and CAVA’s Senior Management Team, to lead the organisation into its next era of growth and delivery.
The Area Manager has a key role and responsibility representing voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise groups and organisations, providing a strong and confident voice on behalf of the sector as we work alongside partners from the Public, NHS and the wider Integrated Care System (ICS).
The remit provides the successful candidate the opportunity to make a significant impact to reduce inequality within communities by supporting the VCFSE sector and working in a dynamic and collaborative environment, especially through prevention, early intervention and community engagement.
Summary of Key Responsibilities (please see Job Description for full details)
- Leadership and Management of the Solihull programme portfolio (including public sector contract) and CAVA Strategy
- Line Management of a small, focussed team
- Strategy, Planning and Control in line with need, compliance, business planning, lead areas
- Financial Management including setting and managing budgets and risk in line with sustainability and financial controls/compliance
- External Representation and Partnership Working across the landscape, provide the voice of the sector and working in collaboration, alongside public VCFSE, private, public and statutory sector partners
- Income Generation and Growth through the writing of tender and funding applications, evaluation and funding returns/reports and including other fundraising strategies
- Office Management environment within your area in line with regulatory policies, procedures and delivery need
- Corporate Support and Team Participation in wider, CAVA activity and events
What We're Looking For:
We are seeking a dynamic and self-motivated individual with evidence of:
- strong programme leadership and management experience and skills
- a strong and analytical eye for detail supporting contract management in line with KPI’s and budgets
- ideally, a background of working in the VCFSE sector
- confident, objective and effective voice and communication skills at all levels
- collaborative skills working as part of a supportive Senior Management Team
- a commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and reducing inequality
- a ‘can do’ approach to work and objective thinker and problem solver
- skills and experience of writing tenders and funding applications
Values
All employees are expected to demonstrate CAVA’s values by working positively as part of a team, delivering high quality services where all are supported and encouraged and to promote an ethos which values and encourages equality and diversity within the organisation and is respected through the VCFSE.
To apply for this role, you are required to hold a driving licence and have use of a car for work purposes. Flexibility to undertake occasional work out of contracted hours is essential for this role.
Competitive salary and benefits package including enrolment with an employee assistance programme of support.
If you think you fit the brief for this exciting role, please view the job opportunity on our website and submit your CV, accompanied by a covering letter which outlines why you would like this job and what you could contribute, focusing on the criteria detailed in the job description and person specification Letters should be no more than 3 sides and if typed, no smaller than size 11 font.
Closing Date: Tuesday 10th June 2025 at 5pm
Interviews: Monday 23rd June 2025
No agencies please
WCAVA is an equal opportunities employer
‘Putting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion into Practice’
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Godolphin and Latymer School is one of the country’s leading independent day schools for girls, located on a six acre site in Hammersmith, London. The School’s facilities are excellent, making it an exciting place to learn and work. The students at Godolphin and Latymer receive unrivalled academic and pastoral support and outstanding examination results are achieved.
Transform young lives through the power of philanthropy
At Godolphin and Latymer, we're not just raising funds, we're creating life-changing opportunities for talented students regardless of their financial circumstances.
As our next Director of Development, you will have the support of our Senior Leadership Team and engaged alumnae who are committed to building philanthropic success in the long term, and who understand the value which development brings to the School. Despite global economic challenges, our Development Office consistently raises significant funds for bursaries - and we're ready to aim even higher with the right Director of Development.
This is no ordinary Development role
The Godolphin and Latymer School seeks an exceptional Director of Development to lead our philanthropic strategy in collaboration with the Head. Our bursary programme currently supports 80 students; but with the right person in post, we aim to significantly increase this number, diversifying our school community and changing more young lives.
The Director of Development will work closely with the Head to develop and implement a sustainable development strategy, focussing on major gifts. The ideal candidate will elevate the School's engagement strategy through innovative events, strategic communications, and meaningful relationship-building with the school’s community ensuring high standards across all engagement and fundraising activities.
The Director of Development will manage the Development Office, currently a team of three, with responsibility for developing both potential within the team and fundraising programmes and process.
Collaboration, communication and positive professional relationships are key to this role. The most successful school development programmes are built, not on transactions, but on relationships - with donors, with colleagues, with school leadership, and with the broader School community. The ideal candidate will understand that relationships drive results. Not only will the successful candidate bring major gift fundraising experience, but they will also be adept at cultivating relationships with high-net-worth individuals and have a deep understanding of how to inspire others and get the best from their team.
What makes this role exceptional:
● Direct collaboration with the Head to develop and implement a sustainable development strategy
● Focus on major gifts fundraising for real impact
● Support from committed stakeholders who understand the long-term value development brings
● Opportunity to significantly diversify our school community
The ideal candidate:
● Has proven major gift fundraising experience
● Excels at cultivating relationships with high-net-worth individuals
● Understands that relationships - not transactions - drive results
● Can inspire others and bring out the best in their team
● Believes in the transformative power of education
The salary will be commensurate with the post and will depend upon qualifications and experience.
If you're an experienced Director of Development, Head of Philanthropy or major gifts or you are an experienced Deputy and are ready for the next step, we invite you to submit your application outlining how your experience matches our requirements.
To provide an effective overall finance service to the Province. This role will ensure that effective and appropriate financial controls and procedures are operating, and that processing, monitoring and reporting is accurate and timely, both internally and externally. The Finance Manager will also assist the Province Leader with the provision of financial support and advice for the sisters in the Province.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
- Would you like to work for an organisation that values its people and is friendly, fun, flexible with good staff benefits?
- Are you empathetic and compassionate with excellent communication and engagement skills?
- Are you a strong, practical, approachable, leader with proven management experience and a passion for making a positive difference to the lives of vulnerable people?
- Are you a confident practitioner with the ability to work independently and have the skills and experience to work effectively and collaboratively with a range of professionals?
- Are you super organised, proactive, energetic and enthusiastic with the ability to effectively lead, inspire, motivate and support a team to deliver a quality person-centered service to achieve the best outcomes for carers?
- Do you have experience of community outreach work and of managing and delivering front-line services for vulnerable client groups and have the skills and experience to deal effectively with challenging situations?
If the answer to all these questions is yes, and you’re looking for rewarding role where you can truly make an impact, then we’d love to hear from you.
Our mission is to challenge the inequalities unpaid carers face, and ensure carers have access to support and services that reflect their needs and in




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Join Our Team – Marketing Manager at The Bike Project
The Bike Project is proud to have a vibrant and diverse community of supporters, including trusts and foundations, major donors, corporate partners, and countless dedicated individuals who donate their bikes, time, and money—or buy bikes from us. Our supporters are the heartbeat of our organisation, and we’re passionate about growing this community, keeping them engaged, and ensuring they see the real impact of their support.
This role is central to making that happen. As the leader of our Marketing function, you’ll play a vital role in raising both the profile and income of The Bike Project. Our income streams are broad—ranging from trusts and grants to corporate partnerships, events, bike sales, and generous one-off and regular donations from individuals and major donors.
The Marketing team underpins all of this by supporting our fundraising efforts with compelling ideas, content creation, design materials, social media, website management, and media opportunities.
A key part of this role involves collecting and sharing powerful stories that showcase the real impact of our work. To do this effectively, the Marketing Manager and Executive will work closely with our programme and delivery teams, as well as with the people at the heart of our mission—our bike recipients.
As a small and agile charity, we thrive on creativity and are quick to implement fresh ideas. You’ll have the chance to witness the tangible difference your work makes through regular donation sessions at our London and Birmingham workshops.
At The Bike Project, we offer a fantastic benefits package, including:
· Extended family leave
· 25 days of annual leave (increasing with each year of service)
· Access to the Reward Hub
· An Employee Assistance Programme
· A pilot scheme for a nine-day fortnight currently underway
We ask that the post holder is available to work two to three days per week from our office, workshop, or at in-person meetings.
We warmly welcome applications from disabled and global majority candidates, as well as individuals with lived experience of the refugee or asylum system.
Closing date: 12 June 11:00pm
Interviews scheduled for 18/19 June
Please send us a CV and a cover letter no longer than two pages.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Recovery Support Team Leader Location: London Salary: £30,082 per annum, plus benefits Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time We are recruiting for a Recovery Support Team Leader. The Recovery Support service is available to current or former Forward Trust clients who are on a substance misuse recovery pathway, making good progress within the Forward Trust towards their personal goals, and coming to the end of their current treatment pathway. While Recovery Support is not exclusively for clients who are abstinent, clients will need to be in control of their drink and/ or drug use, and not be chaotic in their using i.e. heavy drinking, antisocial behaviour, daily/binge using of either drugs or alcohol (especially main substance/s of choice). Forward Connect is a peer-led mutual aid community of like-minded people who are making good progress in their own journey – this could be people in addiction recovery, moving away from crime, overcoming mental health problems, or who are coming out of a period of unemployment or homelessness. Roles Responsibilities The Team Leader will be based within the central Recovery Support team. The Team Leader will be responsible for co-ordinating all recovery support functions across Forward Trust’s substance misuse services into a coherent and effective service that offers inspiration and a structured pathway to recovery for service users, as well as supporting to develop our peer led network called Forward Connect. The Team leader will also support with the delivery of the peer mentoring strategy in their allocated geographical areas. The aim of the role is to have a robust recovery support service integrated into all services, promoting and modelling the organisations values and ethos, supporting service users to further develop their recovery and lives, whilst bringing visible lived experience to all including staff via a range of recovery support interventions. The role is Hybrid. There is no set base but travelling is needed to Islington (London) as will require regular weekly visits to the 3 better lives buildings and occasional cover of weekend shifts in this area. You will also need to travel to units within their geographical areas which does include prisons and community projects. Some travel may be covered by the Forward Trust depending on your base, but ideally you should be based within 20 miles of Islington. The Team Leader will be responsible for co-ordinating all recovery support functions across Forward Trust’s substance misuse services into a coherent and effective service that offers inspiration and a structured pathway to recovery for service users, as well as supporting to develop our peer led network called Forward Connect. The Team leader will also support with the delivery of the peer mentoring strategy in their allocated geographical areas. All prison-based roles will require enhanced DBS and HMPPS security vetting. Please note this process can take up to 3-6 weeks. All offers are subject to receiving both HMPPS vetting and DBS clearances. Checks will require you to provide information on the below:
The Ideal Candidate Essential Skills and Experience
Desirable Skills and Experience
To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application. |
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General Manager – Lyme Regis Development Trust (LRDT)
Location: Lyme Regis, Dorset (Hybrid, with on-site presence required)
Salary: £40,000 - £48,500 per annum (£19,000 - £22,000 Actual)
Hours: Part-time, 18 hours per week (flexible working)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 14 June 2025
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for community impact and business growth? Lyme Regis Development Trust (LRDT) is seeking an exceptional General Manager to drive our charity and its property management subsidiary forward.
About Us
LRDT is a vibrant charity dedicated to enhancing the social and economic wellbeing of Lyme Regis and surrounding communities. Through community initiatives, partnerships, and our wholly-owned property management subsidiary, we create lasting change. Join us to lead both entities, shaping a sustainable future for our coastal community.
The Role As General Manager, you’ll combine strategic leadership with business development to oversee LRDT and its commercial subsidiary. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, you’ll secure new income streams, manage our property portfolio, and strengthen community ties. This is a hands-on role for a visionary leader eager to make a tangible difference.
Key Responsibilities
-Lead with vision to align LRDT and the subsidiary with charitable and commercial goals.
-Develop fundraising and income strategies, targeting grants, donors, and new property revenue.
-Oversee budgeting, financial transparency, and risk management using tools like QuickBooks.
-Manage the property portfolio, ensuring tenant satisfaction and compliance.
-Build relationships with local authorities, businesses, and community partners.
-Inspire a small team and volunteers, fostering an inclusive work environment.
-Oversee capital projects and drive innovative growth opportunities.
We’re Looking For
-Proven leadership and business development experience in the charity, social enterprise, or community sector.
-Strong financial acumen, with skills in fundraising and budgeting.
-Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, with a passion for community engagement.
-Strategic planning and project management expertise.
-Knowledge of charity governance and compliance.
-Desirable: Experience in property management, QuickBooks, or the Lyme Regis community.
What We Offer
-A unique opportunity to lead a respected charity and its commercial arm in a beautiful coastal town.
-A supportive Board of Trustees and a passionate team.
-Flexible, part-time hours to suit a balanced lifestyle.
-The chance to make a lasting impact in Lyme Regis.
How to Apply Submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role via link. For informal inquiries, contact the CEO at LRDT
Closing Date: 14 June 2025.
1st Interviews will be held via Teams LRDT is committed to diversity and inclusion.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Join us to shape the future of Lyme Regis!
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00-£45,500.00 per year
Expected hours: 18 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lyme Regis DT7 3BS
Application deadline: 14/06/2025
Reference ID: LRDTGM1
The Lyme Regis Development Trust (LRDT) is a community-based charity established in 1998. Its mission is to promote general charitable purposes for th



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Oasis Youth Support Project Administrator
Oasis Community Hub Hadley and North Middlesex University Hospital
Part-Time, 24 hours per week (0.6 FTE)
Fixed Term Contract to March 2026
Salary £17,331 per annum, (inc. London Allowance) £28,886 for 1FTE
Oasis Community Hub Hadley encompasses a variety of integrated and diverse community projects which together have a common aim to bring transformation to the whole person and the whole community.
Oasis Community Hub Hadley is looking for a project Administrator to maintain the smooth day-to-day running of the Oasis Youth Support project at North Middlesex University Hospital, a project supporting young people who have experienced violence which has had a negative impact on their mental wellbeing.
Duties Include;
1. Updating and maintaining the project’s database from local NHS systems.
2. Identifying young people eligible for the service by screening referrals or trawling the hospital system and ensuring these are collated on the project database to be contacted by the youth workers.
3. Quality assure the data being recorded on the EVIDE system.
4. Preparing regular reports as required by the projects funders or other stakeholders.
You could be successful in this role if you:
· Have a relevant experience with administration, including using excel, word and other Microsoft systems.
· Have an eye for detail and accuracy.
· Possess excellent oral/written communication and organisational skills.
· Are self-motivated, with the ability to take initiative and work to deadlines.
Please be aware that although the role does not require face to face work with young people, the post-holder will be regularly reviewing and inputting details of incidents relating to youth violence.
This role is a challenging but very rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of some of the most vulnerable young members of society who are living in challenging circumstances.
If you are interested in this position, please email a CV and covering letter detailing why you feel you are suitable for this role. Please visit the Oasis Charity Jobs website for further details.
Closing date for completed applications is Midday 16th June 2025.
Interviews will be held during the week commencing Monday 23rd June in Ponders End, Enfield (more details TBC nearer the time).
The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas.
Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.
Oasis supports Equal Opportunities. Registered Charity No. 1163889
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.