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Are you an enthusiastic fundraiser who is looking for a rewarding role where you interact with generous supporters?
We're looking for a Community Fundraising Officer, based at our rehoming centre in Harefield, West London, to promote the work of Dogs Trust to key audience groups and deliver excellent customer care for all Dogs Trust supporters, but particularly potential and existing legacy pledgers.
What does this role do?
As Community Fundraising Officer, you’ll:
- link the rehoming centre with supporters in the local community, developing relationships with local individuals, businesses, community groups and clubs,
- feed into various income streams through these relationships, identifying prospects in the community and develop a pipeline of future donors and legacy donations,
- steward existing and potential donors, always providing them with a seamless supporter journey, ensuring they have a clear understanding of the work we do and feel motivated to support our meaningful local work,
- organise supporter events, talks and tours both onsite and externally.
- completing all administration related to donations to the centre, including thanking and banking.
Could this be you?
To be successful in this role, you’ll need some community fundraising experience, with the ability to build connections and connect with the local community. To do this, you’ll need excellent communication skills and be able to confidently approach and interact with supporters. While you’ll be a key part of the rehoming centre team, you’ll be regularly be working independently, so strong organisational skills and a proactive approach is essential.
This role is based at the rehoming centre, and the post holder will spend lots of time in the community meeting supporters. The working pattern is typically Monday and Tuesdays, but flexibility is required and is likely to involve some evening and weekend work, depending on the nature of the work.
About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.
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The Community Engagement & Support role is about providing greater sustainability and resilience for the Fahr’s Disease community and Fahr Beyond as a charity. The post holder will be building the capacity for Fahr Beyond to provide support for people living with Fahr’s and their families through creating a volunteer network that can provide an ongoing fortnightly support group. Additionally, through working with other organisations, the post holder will develop more support pathways and opportunities for patients; this is envisioned as strategic work within the Parkinson’s and Dementia space.
This post will also play a key role in bridging Fahr Beyond’s work with the community and medical professionals to develop awareness of Fahr’s Disease.
What will you do in the role?
Volunteer Mobilisation & Management
- Support the development of a volunteer strategy for Fahr Beyond
- Actively manage the establishment of a volunteer network utilising prior expressions of interest, and you will support the onboarding of volunteers
- The main point of contact for volunteers and help resolve matters they may have
Engagement & Communication
- Monitor and respond to incoming correspondence to Fahr Beyond, along with assigning any actions for response to the appropriate volunteer
- Support the trustees and volunteers with managing Fahr Beyond’s social media
- Work with Fahr Beyond volunteers to ensure that Fahr Beyond maintains regular communications with patients, medical professionals, and key partners
- ·Represent Fahr Beyond at sector events and/or meetings, particularly with organisations we are a member of
Project & Event Management
- Support (and if required coordinate) Fahr Beyond’s education and awareness events for Fahr’s Disease, and events connecting multiple stakeholders in the Fahr’s Disease space
- Support volunteers in creating fundraising and community involvement activities (online and potentially in-person)
Please send your CV (no more than 3 A4 Pages) and a Covering Statement (of no more than one A4 page) in a PDF or Word Document with the subject ‘Community Engagement & Support Officer – Application’ by 9:00 am (BST) Friday 24th July 2026
To support people living with Fahr's Disease and their families
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Community & Corporate Fundraiser – Wales (Dolfor)
Full-time 37.5 hours a week. (flexible/part-time requests will be considered)
Salary £38,000.00 -£42, 000.00 pa
Hybrid role- 3 days in office and 2 home working
This role will lead fundraising across Wales and into the Midlands, building relationships with communities, businesses and supporters to grow income and raise awareness of our work.
You’ll develop and manage a mix of community and corporate fundraising activity, working closely with colleagues across the organisation and using our Wales site to engage and inspire supporters.
A big part of the role is building strong, long-term relationships that support sustainable fundraising and help extend the reach of our services.
About you:
- Experience in fundraising, partnerships or a similar relationship-based role
- Confident building and managing external relationships
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Organised and able to manage multiple priorities
- A proactive, self-motivated approach
This is a varied role with real scope to grow fundraising across Wales and make a direct impact on the children and families we support.
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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!
About the Role
As a Support Caseworker, you will provide timely, compassionate and person-centred support to individuals and families referred to our services. Through structured holistic conversations, you will identify individual needs, develop personalised support plans, and help people access information, practical guidance, peer support and appropriate internal and external services.
Working closely with colleagues, healthcare professionals and partner organisations, you will support individuals to navigate key stages of their journey, ensuring they feel informed, empowered and connected to the right support at the right time. You will contribute to the consistent delivery of high quality support pathways while maintaining accurate records and working in line with safeguarding, consent and data protection requirements.
This role does not provide clinical advice but works collaboratively with healthcare professionals and other partners to ensure people receive the support they need.
Main tasks and responsibilities:
- Manage referrals, make timely first contact, obtain consent, agree support plans, and maintain accurate CRM records.
- Deliver holistic needs assessments, identify priorities, and develop and review personalised support plans.
- Provide compassionate, person centred support, helping individuals navigate key stages while ensuring timely progression through agreed pathways.
- Signpost and refer individuals to appropriate services, encourage engagement with support options, and work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and partner organisations.
- Maintain high quality records, capture outcomes, monitor risks, and contribute to service evaluation and continuous improvement.
- Identify and escalate safeguarding concerns, comply with GDPR and organisational policies, and maintain professional boundaries.
- Build effective relationships with colleagues and external partners, represent the organisation professionally, and contribute to the ongoing development of high-quality services.
Other responsibilities:
- To ensure all activity complies with data protection legislation, GDPR requirements and organisational policies.
- To represent the charity externally if required and to undertake other such tasks as required by the line manager.
Working arrangements
- Permanent Contract
- Full time: Monday to Friday, 35hours/week
- Hybrid working arrangement
- All necessary equipment provided
About Us
Muscular Dystrophy UK is a charity that connects a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting conditions, and all the people around them. So, everyone can get the healthcare, support and treatments needed to feel good, mentally and physically.
This is an exciting time to join the charity. We recently launched our new 10 year strategy to transform the lives of people living with muscle wasting conditions. Our vision is clear, a world without limits for people with muscle wasting conditions, and we won’t stop until we achieve it.
We believe that by creating opportunities for all, we strengthen our impact and better support the communities we are committed to serve.
What we offer
At Muscular Dystrophy UK, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work that makes a real difference to the lives of people living with muscle wasting conditions. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where colleagues can thrive and enjoy a healthy work-life balance.
In return, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:
- 25 days' holiday (pro rata), increasing by one day each year after five years' service, up to 30 days, plus bank holidays.
- Time off in lieu for approved out of hours work.
- Employer contribution of 5% with a minimum employee contribution of 3%.
- Death in service cover from your first day of employment.
Health and wellbeing
- HSF Health Plan, including cashback on healthcare costs for you and your family.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering free, confidential advice and support.
- Health and wellbeing resources, including Healthy Living support.
- Access to osteopathic treatment through the UCO Clinic Community Partnership.
- Discounted gym memberships.
Lifestyle benefits
- Employee discounts at a wide range of high street and online retailers.
- Interest-free season ticket loans.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Discounts on cinema tickets, live events and much more.
How to Apply
Please complete our application and include:
- Your CV and Cover Letter (PDF or Word format).
- Responses to the application questions
Important information
- This role is open to candidates based in the UK who have the right to work in the UK.
- Applications that do not include all the requested information may not be considered.
Next Steps
Application deadline: Monday 20 July 2026, 11:59pm
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of strong applications
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 27 July 2026.
Expected start date: August 2026.
We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups, including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, previous convictions and those with lived experience of the conditions we represent.
We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment, with disclosure only requested where relevant at the appropriate stage
If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to understand your needs and make the recruitment process as accessible as possible.
Please download the job description to see full role responsibilities
We connect a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting and weakening conditions and people around them.



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Join a Values-Led Charity Making a Difference
The Frank Parkinson Yorkshire Trust is a long-established almshouse charity providing high-quality independent living accommodation for older people in Guiseley. Home to 44 residents, our attractive and well-maintained site offers more than housing – it provides a safe, supportive community where people can live independently with dignity and confidence.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Housing Officer to join our small, dedicated team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a varied and rewarding role, combining housing management, resident engagement, estate management, and community development.
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will lead the day-to-day housing management and estate services across our site. You will build positive relationships with residents, support their wellbeing and independence, ensure homes and communal areas are safe and well managed, and help create a vibrant community environment.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working closely with people, takes pride in delivering excellent services, and can balance resident support with professional housing management responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
· Manage housing applications, allocations, viewings, sign-ups, and empty homes.
· Carry out regular resident visits to support wellbeing, independence, and tenancy sustainability.
· Lead day-to-day estate management activities and property inspections.
· Monitor repairs, contractors, and compliance activities to ensure high standards are maintained.
· Respond effectively to resident enquiries, concerns, complaints, and safeguarding matters.
· Maintain accurate records and support housing, health and safety, and compliance requirements.
· Organise resident events, engagement activities, and community initiatives.
· Build positive relationships with residents, families, contractors, local organisations, and partner agencies.
· Contribute to service improvements and support reporting for senior management and Trustees.
· Provide occasional support outside normal working hours in emergency situations, with time off in lieu provided.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking someone who:
· Has experience in housing, property, community, support, or customer-focused services.
· Enjoys working directly with older people and supporting independent living.
· Has excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
· Can work independently while contributing positively to a small team.
· Demonstrates empathy, professionalism, and sound judgement.
· Is confident managing competing priorities and maintaining accurate records.
· Understands the importance of safeguarding, health and safety, and resident wellbeing.
Why Join Us?
At The Frank Parkinson Yorkshire Trust, you’ll be part of a small organisation where your contribution is visible, valued, and genuinely makes a difference.
Apply with your CV and covering letter which demonstrates how your skills , abilities and experience match the vacancy
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We are looking for a Community Support Coordinator for Kent, who will lead and develop a team of Volunteers, helping to deliver safe, inclusive and person-centred support.
You will work closely with health and social care professionals, MDT’s, local partners and volunteers to connect people affected by MND with the information, services and support they need.
At the Motor Neurone Disease Association, we work to improve care, support and quality of life for people affected by MND. As a Community Support Coordinator, you will play a key role in ensuring our support reaches people when they need it most.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, recruit, develop and support a team of Community Support Volunteers.
- Respond to enquiries and referrals, providing information and connecting people with appropriate support.
- Build effective relationships with health and social care professionals, hospices and local partners.
- Support volunteer groups and branches to understand and respond to local needs.
- Facilitate collaboration between volunteers, staff and external stakeholders.
- Promote safe and inclusive services, ensuring compliance with safeguarding and organisational policies.
- Work with regional colleagues to support awareness, fundraising and campaigning activities.
- Monitor activity, maintain accurate records and contribute to service development.
- Identify gaps in local support and contribute to improvements in services.
- Encourage effective communication and engagement across the volunteer network
About You
- Experience leading, managing or coordinating volunteers or volunteer-led services.
- Understanding of care and support services within the statutory, voluntary or private sectors.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management and supporting people at risk of harm.
- Strong communication, relationship-building and presentation skills.
- Full driving licence and willingness to travel within the region
- Experience supporting people and assessing needs using a person-centred approach.
- Ability to build partnerships and influence a wide range of stakeholders.
- Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and make decisions independently.
- Good IT skills and confidence using a range of digital systems.
This is a home-based role with frequent travel across Kent
Further information about MND Association and full job description is available in the attached Candidate Pack.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.
As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.
What We Offer
- 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays
- Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies
- 24/7 GP access via phone and video
- Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines
- Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave)
- Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Opportunities for training and personal development
About Us
Motor Neurone Disease moves fast. It takes away time, it takes away independence and it has no cure. Every day we support people affected by MND. We fund ground-breaking research. We campaign for better care. We’re here for everyone who needs us. Because with MND, every day matters.
We support people affected by Motor Neurone Disease, campaign for better care and fund ground-breaking research. Because with MND, every day matters.
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!
What you need to know:
- Job Title: Community & Support Lead
- Reports to: Head of Operations
- Salary: £15,000 (FTE equivalent £35,000)
- Hours: 15 hours per week, worked flexibly across the week between 7:00am and 7:00pm. Occasional evening and weekend working may be required to support organisational needs, with advance notice provided wherever possible.
- Location: Fully remote with occasional UK travel
- Contract Type: Fixed-term 1 year - This post is funded by The National Lottery Community Fund.
Experience in one or more of the following areas is required for this role: oncology, cancer care, urology, gynaecology, adolescent and young adult services. Please provide evidence of your relevant experience in your covering letter and/or CV.
The knowledge, compassion and communication skills developed through supporting patients and families affected by cancer are directly transferable to this role.
You will be responsible for leading our community and support services, building meaningful relationships with people affected by cancer, and helping us continue to develop services that are shaped by lived experience.
About Us
The Robin Cancer Trust is looking for a Community & Support Lead to help shape and grow the support we provide to people affected by testicular and ovarian germ cell cancers across the UK. Driven by our community built from lived experience - we support individuals and families navigating diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and life beyond cancer. We connect our community with trusted information, supportive communities, opportunities to share their experiences, and services designed to help them feel informed, empowered and understood.
We do this by:
- Connecting people affected by cancer through our community and shared lived experiences.
- Providing trusted information, signposting and practical support when people need it most.
- Creating opportunities for patients, families and supporters to help shape our services and future work.
- Building a community that breaks isolation, starts conversations and reminds people they are not alone.
Our values:
- Respect: Not only for the important work we undertake, but also for the people who support our mission. We believe in open, honest and empathetic communication between ourselves and our community.
- Creativity: We are a small team with a big vision. In order to drive the change we want to see in the world, we must innovate, disrupt and experiment.
- Trust: We are accountable to each other and our community. We are responsible for upholding these values and the quality of work we undertake and will do so with integrity at all times.
If our mission, vision and values inspire you and resonate with you, we would love to hear from you.
About the role
This is a newly redesigned role created following a review of Robin Cancer Trust's support services.
The Community & Support Lead will play a key role in ensuring that people affected by testicular and ovarian germ cell cancers can access compassionate support, trusted information, meaningful connections and opportunities to shape our future work.
We particularly welcome applications from nurses and other healthcare professionals who may be looking for a career change, greater flexibility, or an opportunity to use their skills in a non-clinical setting. Whilst this is not a clinical position and does not involve providing medical advice, your understanding of the patient experience, treatment pathways and the emotional impact of a cancer diagnosis would help us deliver high-quality, person-centred support to our community.
This role may particularly appeal to nurses seeking flexible, remote working arrangements, including those looking for school-hours working, a better work-life balance, or an opportunity to continue making a meaningful difference outside of frontline clinical practice.
Our Culture:
Our culture is the most important thing to us.
We want someone to join our team with empathy, creativity, versatility and initiative. We are looking for someone who can make this role their own, help shape the future of our support services, and grow alongside the charity as we continue to evolve.
We are looking for someone who cares deeply about people, is comfortable having meaningful conversations, and is passionate about building communities that make a difference.
Job Purpose:
The Community & Support Lead will act as the primary point of contact for Robin Cancer Trust's support services and community activity.
The role will lead the development and delivery of our support offer, including patient enquiries, community engagement, signposting, Thriver Packs, WhatsApp communities, lived experience involvement and service development.
The role will work closely with the CEO, Head of Operations, Medical Advisory Board and Clinical Advisor to ensure our support services remain compassionate, effective, safe and impactful.
Key Responsibilities:
Community Support
- Respond to support enquiries from patients, families and supporters.
- Coordinate the delivery of Thriver Packs.
- Signpost individuals to relevant organisations, services and resources.
- Maintain accurate support records and impact data.
- Ensure enquiries are managed professionally and compassionately.
Community Development
- Lead and develop the Thriver Community.
- Manage and moderate Robin Cancer Trust's WhatsApp communities.
- Build meaningful relationships with people affected by cancer.
- Create opportunities for lived experience involvement.
- Recruit, engage and support community volunteers.
Service Development
- Identify gaps, opportunities and emerging community needs.
- Support the development of new support services and wellbeing initiatives.
- Build relationships with charities, healthcare professionals and support organisations.
- Contribute to the evaluation and continuous improvement of services.
Governance & Administration
- Coordinate Medical Advisory Board meetings and actions.
- Maintain support service reporting and records.
- Support safeguarding processes and escalation pathways.
- Work alongside the Clinical Advisor where specialist support is required.
Equal Opportunities:
Robin Cancer Trust is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We recruit based upon capability and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. The Robin Cancer Trust is aware that we are not as diverse as we want to be, so we are actively searching for people who share our passion for our mission, with different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, to collectively make a difference. If there is anything we can do to support you during the application or interview process, please let us know and we will do everything we can to ensure you have a positive and comfortable experience.
Our vision is to reach every young person in the UK with our life-saving cancer campaigns



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Join the Diocese of Leicester as our Church and Community Support Officer
Are you passionate about strengthening communities and supporting historic churches to be open for future generations? We are looking for somebody relational, empowering and adaptable to be our Church and Community Support Officer to work with our parishes and their communities, helping to build local engagement and ensure church buildings remain sustainable as a place of worship and a resource for the local community.
This is a new fixed-term post made possible by a grant from the Church Commissioners of the Church of England through their Buildings for Mission funding.
About the Role
- Provide on-the-ground support to Parochial Church Councils (PCCs) to increase local engagement and volunteer capacity.
- Support PCCs and congregations to engage with their communities through consultation, surveys, and outreach initiatives.
- Help churches identify ways to maximise the potential of their buildings, including generating income and securing funding.
- Develop volunteering opportunities and support the creation of Friends Groups and other local initiatives.
- Build partnerships with local authorities, businesses, charities and community organisations.
- Support PCCs in exploring new models such as Festival Churches
- Facilitate shared learning across the Diocese.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience of managing community-led projects and working with volunteers.
- Ability to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including clergy, PCCs and external partners.
- A proactive, self-starting approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- An open-minded approach with the ability to adapt to local needs
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiating and communication skills.
- Strong project management skills, including planning, monitoring and evaluation
- Good IT skills, including use of Microsoft Office and databases.
- Ability to travel regularly across the Diocese and work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends.
- Sympathy with and commitment to the values and mission of the Church of England and the Diocese of Leicester.
Desirable:
- Experience of heritage funding (e.g. NLHF)
- Knowledge of Church of England structures
- An interest in historic buildings
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a collaborative and experienced Church Buildings Team.
- Hybrid working with a Leicester office base
- An opportunity to work with a variety of different communities across Leicestershire, each with its own needs.
- Make a tangible difference to local communities and the future of historic church buildings.
- Generous pension (10% employer contribution) and annual leave (25 days plus bank holidays).
- Opportunities for training, development and professional growth.
How to Apply
Apply via the Pathways recruitment website.
Closing Date: Sunday 19th July
Shortlisting date: Wednesday 22nd July
Interview Date: Friday 31st July
Anticipated Start Date: Autumn 2026
We particularly welcome applications from UK Minority Ethnic / Global Majority Heritage candidates, especially those of Black descent, who are currently underrepresented in our organisation.
The Diocese of Leicester, part of the Church of England, is committed to the safeguarding, care and nurture of everyone within our church community. We follow the Church of England’s Safeguarding Policies and relevant statutory guidance. We believe that safeguarding is everybody’s business.
This post is subject to a Basic DBS check and proof of right to work in the UK. The Diocese is unable to offer a Certificate of Sponsorship.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
Merstham Community Facility Trust (MCFT) is a community charity based at the heart of Merstham- one of the most deprived areas in Surrey.
We provide a safe, welcoming and inclusive space where residents can connect, access support, learn new skills, and feel part of their community. Our vision is for Merstham to be a place where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Our work is shaped by the voices of local people, and we are committed to ensuring that everyone- especially those who may feel excluded or overlooked- can take part and feel a sense of belonging. As a small, dedicated team, we value collaboration, inclusion, and community connection in everything we do.
About the Role
The Community Inclusion & Engagement Officer plays a vital role in ensuring MCFT’s work reaches and reflects the whole community.
You’ll work both within the Hub and out in the community, building trusted relationships with residents, increasing participation, and ensuring our services are inclusive, accessible, and responsive to local needs.
Working closely with colleagues and volunteers, you’ll be a key link between the community and our programmes- helping shape activities, gather insight, and engage those who may face barriers to participation.
This role is ideal for someone who is people-focused, proactive, and passionate about inclusion, and who enjoys working in a visible, community-facing position.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Experience working directly with the public or supporting communities
- Strong communication skills with warmth, empathy, and professionalism
- Ability to build trust and positive relationships with a wide range of people
- Understanding of challenges faced by communities like Merstham
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage a varied workload
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a small team
- Experience gathering community insight or feedback to inform services
- Confidence using social media to engage communities
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends
- Commitment to inclusion, accessibility, and community participation
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience in community development, outreach, or inclusion-focused roles
- Experience supporting families, young people, or wellbeing initiatives
- Knowledge of local services and community networks
- Experience working with volunteers
- Experience collecting data or contributing to monitoring and evaluation
- Local knowledge of Merstham
- Ability to travel locally (e.g. driving licence or equivalent access)
Why Join MCFT?
- Make a direct and visible difference in your local community
- Build meaningful relationships with residents and partners
- Help shape inclusive, community-led activities and services
- Work as part of a supportive and collaborative team
- Benefit from flexible working arrangements
- Play a key role in creating a more connected and inclusive Merstham
To support, empower and connect an inclusive community.



Community Engagement and Social Action Adviser
Based at the Diocesan Office, Rochester (with hybrid working)
Full-time (4 year FTC)
Grade 6 | Salary: £37,121
Are you passionate about the Church’s role at the heart of community life? Do you have the drive to support parishes in living out their faith through social action and local engagement? Are you someone who can help deliver and organise the strategic vision of the diocese?
The Diocese of Rochester is seeking a Community Engagement and Social Action Adviser to join our dynamic team supporting parishes as they respond to the needs of their communities. You’ll work to equip churches to live out the third and fourth Marks of Mission—responding to human need and transforming unjust structures—enabling local Christian communities to show God’s love in action.
About the Role
Reporting to the Lead Community Engagement and Social Action (CESA) Adviser, you’ll play a key part in helping churches understand their local contexts and develop impactful responses to social needs. You’ll support parishes in accessing data, funding opportunities, and partnerships, help grow volunteer-led community initiatives across the Diocese, and collaborate with multiple workstreams, contributing to the wider strategic aims of our programme.
Your key responsibilities will include;
· Planning and supporting the delivery of diocesan community engagement and social action initiatives
· Taking the lead on some of the key social issues affecting local communities
· Nurturing positive working relationships with parishes
· Offering advice and signposting on funding, partnerships, and best practice
· Developing and analysing local demographic data to inform parish strategy
· Delivering and collating surveys and listening exercises, and facilitating events and focus groups
· Coordinating and expanding community networks across the Diocese
· Encouraging and equipping parish volunteers and community hubs
· Building strong relationships with parishes and external partner organisations
· Acting as a bridge between local churches and wider community stakeholders
· Working in collaboration with other departments within the Diocese on shared endeavours that help support the Diocesan Strategy.
You will be a visible and supportive presence across the Diocese—helping churches to connect deeply with their communities and respond with creativity, compassion, and confidence.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
· A disciple of Jesus with a deep commitment to faith in action and social justice
· Passionate about faith in action and addressing the 3rd and 4th Marks of Mission
· Experienced in community engagement, social action or the voluntary sector through working in the charity, local authority or public sector
· Has experience of organising and leaving events and focus groups
· A skilled communicator who is approachable, encouraging, and adaptable
· A natural networker who can build strong partnerships across sectors
· Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects
· Experienced in project coordination and working with volunteers
· Comfortable analysing and presenting data to support local planning
· Confident using Microsoft Office and digital communication tools
Desirable: Bid-writing experience, and familiarity with Church of England parish structures and contexts.
There is an Occupational Requirement (OR) for the postholder to be a communicant member of the Church of England (or a Church in communion with it, or a member Church of Churches Together in England, Council of Churches for Britain and Ireland, or the Evangelical Alliance).
This role will include travel across the Diocese including some evenings and weekends.
What we can offer:
· Flexible working, hybrid working and TOIL
· Generous holiday entitlement
· Contributory pension scheme
· Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling service
The Diocese is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
The wider a group’s diversity, the smarter, wiser, and more compassionate and creative its decision making becomes.
We are committed to achieving diversity throughout our Diocese by seeking UKME/GMH colleagues and those from a wide-range of backgrounds, to help us create a culture of inclusion and belonging.
Closing date for applications: 26 July, 2026
Interviews will be held on: 5 August, 2026
A diverse and vibrant community of faith, we share the vision that we are Called Together to change, serve and grow the Church



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Fundraising Lead
£45,000–£55,000 F/T
Remote with regular travel
About Metabolic Support
Metabolic Support is the UK umbrella patient organisation for people living with Inherited Metabolic Disorders (IMDs) — rare, lifelong genetic conditions affecting around 40,000 people in the UK and 1.43 million worldwide. Since 1981 we have been at the forefront of rare disease advocacy, research and community support.
About the Role
This is a strategic, hands-on opportunity to lead our fundraising activity, drive sustainable income growth and position Metabolic Support as the leading international patient advocacy group for IMDs. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you'll shape and deliver an ambitious fundraising strategy, build relationships with trusts, foundations, corporates and major donors, and work across our small, agile team to embed fundraising principles into everything we do. The role has no direct reports but requires a collaborative, proactive approach and the confidence to work autonomously.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and deliver an integrated fundraising strategy covering corporate partnerships, individual giving, major donors, trusts and foundations, legacies, community and events
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Lead on high-value bids and build compelling donor propositions
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Manage donor stewardship, CRM (Nutshell), budgets and board reporting
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Instil fundraising principles across the team and maximise income opportunities organisation-wide
About You
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Proven fundraising or income generation experience with expertise in at least one area: trusts and foundations, corporates or major donors
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Strong relationship-builder with excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Highly organised, self-starting and comfortable managing competing priorities
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Committed to Metabolic Support's mission; willing to travel in the UK and internationally
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you excited by the potential of digital technology and data to make a real difference in people's lives?
Community Action Redbridge is looking for a creative, forward-thinking Digital Innovation and Development Manager to lead the next stage of our digital journey and help shape how technology supports communities across one of London's most diverse boroughs.
Redbridge is home to vibrant communities and a dynamic voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector. We want to harness the power of digital technology and data to strengthen communities, support local VCSE organisations and help create a fairer Redbridge.
Working across the organisation, you'll lead the implementation of our ambitious Digital Innovation and Development Strategy. You'll help create more consistent and effective systems that reduce duplication, improve collaboration and enable our team to focus on what matters most: supporting our communities and member organisations. You'll champion a data-driven culture, helping us turn information into insight, better understand our impact, and make informed decisions that respond to emerging needs.
You'll play a key role in building digital confidence across the organisation, empowering staff to embrace new technologies, develop their skills and use digital tools effectively in their everyday work. Beyond Community Action Redbridge, you'll work directly with local charities and community groups to strengthen their digital capacity, improve access to data and insight, and foster stronger connections across Redbridge's VCSE sector.
If you're excited by the power of digital technology to connect people, improve services and create lasting social impact, we'd love to hear from you.
About Community Action Redbridge
Community Action Redbridge is a local infrastructure organisation dedicated to building a fairer Redbridge where everyone and every community has an equal opportunity to thrive.
Our work supports the development of strong and resilient communities where people lead happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives. At the heart of our work is a commitment to social justice and to tackling the root causes of inequality. We’re passionate about shifting power, amplifying community voices and working collaboratively to create social change. We do this by:
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Strengthening and championing the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector with tools and support to grow and thrive.
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Supporting local people to drive change in their own communities, through social action, volunteering and active participation.
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Bringing people and organisations from the VCSE sector, public services, and local businesses together to collaborate on shared ambitions for Redbridge.
What it’s like to work at Community Action Redbridge
We’re committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace culture that embraces and celebrates difference. Building a team that reflects the diversity of our communities and brings together a range of experiences, backgrounds and perspectives is essential to the work we do.
We want Community Action Redbridge to be a safe space for everyone to bring their whole selves to work, where all our employees have the opportunity to thrive and feel recognised and valued for the work they do.
We offer some great benefits including 28 days’ annual leave (including the festive closure period) plus public holidays, a free and confidential employee helpline, face-to-face and telephone counselling, and a travel loan and cycle to work scheme.
How to apply
Please submit your CV and a covering letter answering the following 4 questions (no more than 500 words each):
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Describe a digital transformation, systems improvement or innovation project that you have led. What was the challenge, what approach did you take, and what impact did it have on the organisation, team or service users?
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Tell us about a time when your work improved data collection, analysis or insight within an organisation. How did your work help others make better decisions or improve outcomes?
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Describe a time when you helped individuals or teams adopt new systems, processes or ways of working. What challenges did you encounter and how did you overcome them?
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Why do you want to join Community Action Redbridge, and how do your values, skills and experience equip you to help us use digital technology to strengthen communities and create positive social change?
For full role details, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
To submit your application, please click the ‘How to apply’ link.
Closing date: 26th July 2026
The Talent Set are delighted to be partnering with Guy’s and St Thomas’ Foundation to recruit a new Head of Community & Events, working across their charity brands as a key senior member of the fundraising team.
Head of Community & Events
Salary - £67,000 - £71,000 dependent on experience
Location: London with hybrid working (2dpw on site)
Guy's & St Thomas' Foundation is an independent charitable foundation working to build a healthier society. Through funding, partnerships, research and innovation, the Foundation tackles some of the most pressing health challenges facing communities, with a particular focus on reducing health inequalities and improving health outcomes.
Guy’s & St Thomas’ Charity, Guy’s Cancer Charity and Evelina London Children’s Charity operate under this umbrella, securing vital funds that enable the Foundation to fund pioneering projects across Guy’s & St Thomas’ that go beyond what the NHS alone can provide.
As Head of Community & Events you will lead a high performing team, furthering innovative community and event programmes that enhance engagement, drive income growth, and support strategic fundraising initiatives that enable long term growth. With a strong foundation, increased investment and ambitious growth plans, this role will be instrumental in increasing visibility, strengthening relationships, and driving income through innovative programmes aligned with the organisation’s strategic objectives.
As Head of Community & Events you will:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive community engagement strategy that broadens reach and maximises income.
- Lead and grow a proactive events portfolio, increasing revenue targets year-on-year through innovative and traditional activities.
- Manage and empower the team, fostering a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment that encourages creativity and enables innovation.
- Oversee the planning and execution of new and existing events, including pilot programmes and special campaigns.
- Build strong relationships with hospital sites, local communities, community partners and other stakeholders to enhance visibility and fundraising outcomes.
- Lead efforts to diversify income streams through community initiatives and corporate partnerships.
- Collaborate with marketing, digital, and other teams to ensure insight-led and data-driven decision making.
- Develop and monitor strategic and operational KPIs for community and events activities, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.
- Support the team in problem solving, coaching, and empowering decision-making at appropriate levels.
- Contribute to the long-term growth and diversification of the organisation’s fundraising portfolio and the upcoming capital appeal campaigns.
You will bring:
- Proven experience leading community and events fundraising programmes, with demonstrated ability to grow income through strategic initiatives.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing high performing and developing diverse teams.
- Excellent relationship-building skills with external and internal stakeholders.
- Insight-led decision making, maximising ROI and collaborating closely with internal teams such as marketing and digital.
- An analytical and curious mindset, consistently seeking sector insights and championing best practice across the team.
How to Apply
The deadline for this role is Wednesday 22nd July, with 1st stage interviews to take place on Thursday 30th July. To express an initial interest, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND OUTREACH INDEPENDENT STALKING ADVOCATE (ISA)
Location: Hybrid – Community & Office/Homeworking
Hours: Full Time
Type of Contract: Permanent
Salary: £33,950
Reports to: Specialist ISA Practice & Development Manager
ABOUT SUZY LAMPLUGH TRUST:
The Suzy Lamplugh Trust was established in memory of Suzy Lamplugh, a young estate agent who tragically disappeared while at work in 1986 and was later declared deceased in 1993. Created to honour Suzy’s legacy, the Trust aims to empower individuals and organisations to take a stand against abuse, aggression, and violence in all forms, supporting safety in both personal and professional lives.
Role overview:
This is a new and developing service focused on increasing accessibility to stalking support for underrepresented and marginalised communities across London. The postholder will play a key role in designing, embedding, and delivering this community-based model, working closely with community groups, partners, and volunteers whilst holding a small caseload leading to building trusted pathways into service for communities that may face barriers to accessing traditional support.
The role will oversee two key initiatives:
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Community First Responders: Trained volunteers with lived and/or professional experience (including LGBTQ+ communities, racially minoritised groups, victims with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, and those with other accessibility needs) who provide face-to-face stalking support and awareness across London.
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Community Champions: Staff/volunteers within third-party organisations within the London ecosystem of service providers who are trained to provide first-responder level support within their own communities.
The role builds and manages networks of community champions and first responders while holding a reduced advocacy caseload.
Initially office-based (London) for 3 months to support a meaningful induction, moving to a blended working model (40% office / 60% home).
What we offer:
At Suzy Lamplugh Trust, we value the commitment and expertise of our staff and are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package:
·Hybrid Working: With a minimum of 40% office-based work
Generous Leave Package: 28 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time) increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
·Special Leave: Including days for personal milestones, like moving house or celebrating your birthday
·Pension Contribution: 5% employer contribution
·Health & Wellbeing App: Access to counselling, advice, and discounts
·Occupational Sick Pay increasing with service
How to Apply:
Suzy Lamplugh Trust is dedicated to equality and inclusivity. Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter detailing how your skills and experience align with the job requirements. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
To reduce the risk and prevalence of abuse, aggression and violence - with a specific focus on stalking and harassment

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Do you want to make a positive difference to the lives of others?
Barnet Mencap has been helping people with learning disabilities and/or autistic adults in the London Borough of Barnet for over 65 years. We provide supported accommodation, leisure and learning activities, information, advice, and guidance, and so much more. All while being committed to equal opportunities and the safeguarding of children and adults.
We know job satisfaction, flexibility, work/life balance, and a great team are incredibly important. So, at Barnet Mencap, in addition to offering 30 days of annual leave per year (including Bank Holidays), we have a TOIL system to allow flexible working, and our team can benefit from other perks, including the Blue Light Card. Please note that this is predominantly an office-based and community role, but there may be the possibility of home working, subject to the needs of the project.
We are seeking two Deputy Managers to support adults with moderate learning disabilities and autistic adults to live independently. One post will lead the Shared Houses team, and the other will lead the Outreach team.
The role will suit you if you:
- have two years’ experience of working with adults with a learning disability and autistic people in a community setting
- have the passion to enable people with a learning disability and autistic people to participate fully in decisions that affect their lives
- understand the issues faced by people with a learning disability and autistic people living independently and have the skills to meet their practical, social and emotional needs
- have a good working knowledge of safeguarding issues
- have experience of managing and supervising staff
- have excellent communication and IT skills
- are working towards (or would like to work towards) a management diploma/NVQ Level 5
Please read the Person Specification and Job Descriptions for more details, and if you have any questions, please get in touch.
Please state in your application if you would like to apply for the Outreach or Shared Houses position or both.
Barnet Mencap is the leading charity for children and adults with a learning disability and their families in the London Borough of Barnet




