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A little bit about the role
Location: National, hybrid. If London-based, 2 days a week expected in our London Office.
Contract: Full Time, 6-month fixed term contract.
Salary: £50,242.40 (£53,747.68 with London office allowance) plus competitive pension
Please note that this role will be closing on Monday 1 June 2026 at 9am.
The Contract Governance team helps Frontline deliver its mission by supporting the governance of Approach Social Work and other strategically important work, making sure decisions are clear, risks are understood, strategic partnerships work well, and colleagues have what they need to deliver lasting change for children and families.
This role is placed at a senior-manager banding to reflect the level of responsibility, autonomy and judgement required. This includes leading significant areas of contract governance, working with senior internal and external stakeholders, and deputising for the Principal Contract Governance Manager where appropriate. As part of the role, this may include line management responsibility for members of the Contract Governance team during periods of absence, parental leave or increased team need.
Some key responsibilities include:
- Leading key areas of contract governance for Approach Social Work and other strategically important contracts where relevant.
- Leading or supporting DfE-facing contract governance activity, making sure Frontline is well prepared for important discussions, updates and decisions.
- Preparing clear papers, briefings, updates and recommendations for senior colleagues and governance groups.
Please review the job pack for full list of responsibilities.
A little bit about you
We are looking for an experienced contract governance or programme management professional with a strong track record in complex, regulated or government-funded environments. You will bring solid experience of contractual frameworks, risk management and senior stakeholder engagement, with the credibility to lead DfE-facing governance activity confidently. You will be a skilled communicator, who is able to prepare clear papers and briefings, bring together evidence and data, and translate complexity into practical next steps.
We have a fast-moving culture within the team and organisation, so we’re looking for someone who is who is well organised, details-focused and can use their initiative to do what works. You will have excellent communication skills, be able to build relationships with people and be willing to learn. There are lots of opportunities for growth and development in this role – and for the right candidate to make the role their own.
If you feel you have the skills to make a real impact and contribute to creating lasting social change for children and families, we would love to hear from you.
Important information
We have increased the diversity of Frontline’s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater global majority representation in our senior roles. We know the value global majority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities.
We recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) such as ‘ChatGPT’ etc can be useful for applicants e.g. to shorten an initial draft, so we do not attempt to have an absolute ban on AI in applications. However we would caution applicants not to rely too much on AI in drafting answers to application questions. We want to hear your authentic voice arising out of your experience, and we will be looking for answers that use examples and experiences that are specific to you. You are more likely to be able to produce that kind of content yourself than an AI will.
We reserve the right to close this role ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications, so please apply as soon as you can!
This role is ineligible for sponsorship and so all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
For further information about this role, please contact Roderick Eneh (see job pack for email address).
To make life better for children at risk of harm, by improving the services that support them.



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The Data Selections Manager leads the data selections function in the Data and Analytics team, ensuring data selections are scheduled, developed, tested and checked, and delivered in accordance with the agreed brief and deadlines. In addition, this role includes the line management of a Data Selections and Reporting Officer. You will be backfilling the duties of the existing Data Selections Manager for 12-months as they are part of the project team delivering Salesforce Marketing Cloud to ARUK.
This is an exciting time to join ARUK as we are in the process of an organisation-wide change to our Digital, Data and IT processes and services. There is the opportunity to revolutionise how ARUK conducts data selections as we seek to increase the sophistication of our marketing activity and deliver an excellent supporter experience.
Key Responsibilities:
· Help the Data Selections Team to deliver team and personal goals whilst ensuring appropriate development plans and opportunities are in place
· Responsible for ensuring all data selections are produced in an accurate, consistent and timely fashion, in accordance with agreed data selection briefs and deadlines
· Manage the scheduling of delivering data selections to ensure there is clarity on what data selections are upcoming, to manage any potential clashes and to plan and prioritise the workload
· Develop an excellent process and structure for delivering data selections that guarantees their consistency and accuracy
· Work with stakeholders to ensure data selection briefs are completed correctly, definitions are clarified, and the final selection meets the criteria outlined in the brief
· Work with the Business Intelligence Manager to identify insight-driven recommendations for campaign planning, and to ensure testing within data selections is valid and robust
· Attend end of campaign meetings, and lead on the presentation of results and test outcomes and feedback on process improvements
· Work with the Business Intelligence Manager to drive forward innovations in data selections, such as using propensity models to identify the right supporters to communicate with
· Continually seek to improve the data selection process with the aim of automating and streamlining to improve the accuracy of selections
· Lead on the implementation of a campaign planning process focussed on driving improvement in selection results through data-informed decision-making
· Play a leading role in the planning of the calendar to manage communication activities
· Provide advice and guidance to teams on the implications of Data Protection Legislation for data selections and ensure all data selections comply with this legislation
· Work with the Business Intelligence and Data Management functions of the team to ensure the necessary data is being captured to enable campaign analysis to be conducted
· Work with 3rd parties to ensure the timely and secure transfer of data selection files
· Provide training and assistance to stakeholders to assist them in following the data selection process
Knowledge, skills and experience needed:
· Experience of leading and developing a team of technical experts, ensuring clear roles and responsibilities and driving high performance
· Extensive experience of using large relational databases and analysis packages and working with large and complex datasets
· An excellent working knowledge of SQL
· Experience of building complex queries and producing data selections from a database package or through SQL querying
· Excellent knowledge of data protection legislation and its application in marketing
· Track record of delivering high quality work
· Enthusiastic and positive approach to stakeholder management, understanding the importance of regular and clear communications
· Advanced Excel skills
· Proven ability to work to a high standard and with an eye for detail
· Ability to work on own initiative and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
· Excellent problem-solving skills
· Collaborative approach to delivering projects
· Excellent ability to plan and organise own workload and the wider team’s
· Excellent verbal and written skills
Additional Information:
Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.
Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.
Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD.
Salary: Circa £48,000 per annum, plus benefits
Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.
The closing date for applications is the 7th June 2026, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, particularly from those in the global majority, those with disabilities, men and those from the LGBTQIA+ community. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.
As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via ouor website.
How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.
About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.
There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure.
ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference.
To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role: Repairs and Compliance Manager
Location: Hybrid working with a minimum 2 days per week in Thame (Oxfordshire) or Leicester (Leicestershire)
Salary: £45,000.00 per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week
Contract: Permanent
Reports to: Head of Housing and Property
Delivering safe, compliant properties
As Repairs and Compliance Manager, you will help keep our homes, offices, and supported living environments safe, well maintained, and fully compliant. You will oversee responsive repairs, void works, planned maintenance, and landlord compliance across Affinity Trust’s property portfolio.
You will work with contractors, operational teams, landlords, and stakeholders to ensure repairs are completed efficiently, compliance standards are met, and services keep improving. This is a varied role where you can make a real impact.
What you will do
- Oversee repairs, voids, and planned maintenance across the property portfolio.
- Ensure landlord compliance and health and safety requirements are met and accurately recorded.
- Carry out site inspections and monitor contractor performance and quality.
- Manage contractor relationships and drive service improvements.
- Support the maintenance and management of Affinity Trust offices.
- Improve systems and processes to deliver efficient, value-for-money services.
- Provide property and compliance support to operational teams and third-party landlord arrangements.
- Support planned maintenance programmes and respond to tenant feedback in line with our values.
What we are looking for
- Experience in repairs, maintenance, or compliance services.
- Knowledge of landlord compliance and property health and safety requirements.
- Strong contractor and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills.
- Confidence managing competing priorities and working across teams.
- Strong IT skills and experience using property or compliance systems.
How You’ll Make an Impact
In this role, you’ll make a real impact by ensuring the people we support live in safe, compliant, and well-maintained environments that enable them to thrive.
About Working Animals International
Working Animals International (formerly known as SPANA) is dedicated to transforming the wefare of working animals in greatest need globally By increasing access to skills, knowledge and resources and campaigning for policy change, we're building a world where working animals are healthy and valued, communities are stronger, and livelhoods are more secure.
About this role
The Individual Giving Manager will play a key role in developing and delivering our individual giving programmes. They will work closely with our Head of Individual Giving to shape strategic plans across UK and international markets, driving income growth and expanding our global impact.
The Individual Giving manager will manage the development and delivery of our regular giving programme in the UK and globally, using market and audience insight and learnings to ensure optimal performance across the programme.
Contract, location and salary
This is a full-time (34.5 hours per week) permanent role. This is a UK based role, with regular attendance (1-2 days per month, or more if preferred) in our London office, and applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The salary for this role is c.£42k per annum, subject to skills and experience. Working Animals International offers a generous company pension scheme with a 10% employer contribution if the employee contributes a minimum 5%, and healthcare cashplan with Medicash alongside other benefits.
Full details and how to apply
Please see the job description for this role for full details including a person specification. The deadline for applications is 23:59 BST on Sunday 21 June 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role: Housing and Partnership Manager
Location: Hybrid working with a minimum 2 days per week in Thame (Oxfordshire) or Leicester (Leicestershire)
Salary: £45,000.00 per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week
Contract: Permanent
Reports to: Head of Housing and Property
Leading tenancy and housing partnerships
As an experienced and motivated Housing & Partnership Manager, you will lead the delivery of a responsive, high-quality tenancy management service across our properties. This role is perfect for someone with a strong housing background who is passionate about supporting people to live independently and confident in building positive, collaborative relationships with landlords, local authorities, NHS teams, and internal colleagues.
You will oversee the day-to-day management of tenancy services, including lettings, transfers, voids, rent arrears, and tenancy sustainment, ensuring services are delivered efficiently and in line with relevant policies and regulations. Working closely with teams across Housing, Property & Compliance, and Support Services, you will play a key role in resolving housing-related issues and improving outcomes for the people we support. You will also help strengthen and develop partnerships with external landlords and housing providers, supporting the continued growth and success of Affinity Trust’s services.
What you will do
- Manage Affinity Manage tenancies and support independent living
- Oversee lettings, transfers, and voids
- Re-let properties quickly and efficiently
- Handle rent arrears, Housing Benefit queries, and legal processes
- Work with Repairs & Compliance on property and safety issues
- Build and maintain landlord and partner relationships
- Track KPIs (arrears, complaints, ASB, compliance)
- Support housing issues in externally managed properties
- Manage tenancy breaches, ASB, and hoarding cases
- Lead regular meetings with landlords and partners
- Improve housing systems and processes
- Act on tenant feedback and concerns
What we are looking for
- Housing or tenancy management experience
- Strong knowledge of housing legislation and processes
- Experience managing arrears and working with Local Authorities/DWP
- Excellent communication and relationship skills
- Ability to handle complex situations with professionalism and empathy
- Strong organisation and problem-solving skills
- Confidence working across teams and external partners
How You’ll Make an Impact
In this role, you’ll make a real difference by helping people maintain safe, stable homes and supporting them to live independently through strong tenancy services and housing partnerships.
*Please see attachment for full job description*
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
WORKING WITH US
The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.
We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.
As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.
To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit thepage.
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
Are you a driven procurement professional ready to make a real impact across a dynamic and growing Federation? We are seeking a highly capable Procurement and Contracts Manager to lead and deliver compliant, high-quality procurement activity that supports our academies to thrive.
MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
You will play a key operational role in delivering compliant, high-quality procurement activity across the Federation. With a focus on strategic sourcing & tendering, you will focus on, lead and manage end-to-end procurement exercises, including regulated FTS tenders and framework-based awards, maintain oversight of the procurement pipeline, and actively support academies in selecting and using compliant procurement routes. The role has a strong emphasis on forward planning, market engagement, regulatory compliance, and practical academy support to reduce risk and avoid reactive or non-compliant procurement activity.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We would like to hear from you if you have:
- Minimum Level 4 CIPS qualification
- Public sector experience (at least five years in a similar role)
- Strong experience delivering regulated procurements, including FTS tenders
- Proven use of public sector frameworks and DPSs
- Ability to advise stakeholders on compliant procurement routes
- Solid understanding of framework structures, call-offs, and mini-competitions
- Strong knowledge of public procurement regulations and best practice
- Experience supporting academies or devolved organisations
- Demonstrated contract management experience
- Analytical skills and ability to interpret data
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Strong IT skills, including MS Office and procurement systems
For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.
APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION
If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation.
Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date.
When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application.
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OUR VISION & VALUES
Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed.
We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that's why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Safeguarding Notice
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Equal Opportunities
The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.
You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
- Annual performance and loyalty bonus
- Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
- 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
- Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
- Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
- Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
- Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
- 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
- Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans
For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.
We have an opportunity for a Contracts Manager - Mechanical and Electrical to join our team. This role will be based in Wembley, twice a week with travel to other sites, covering London & Hertfordshire as and when required. SNG operates a Hybrid working model, we support both home working & onsite.
The salary range on offer is £45,000 - £58,000 depending on experience.
This pivotal role will oversee replacement, servicing, maintenance, and small project works, ensuring systems are safe, compliant, and operating efficiently. You will play a key role in delivering a high-quality, value-for-money service for our customers.
About the Role
- Lead the management of contracts for assigned mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring safe, compliant, and value-for-money service delivery.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of statutory legislation, British Standards, and guidance (including SFG20), ensuring full compliance with all safety obligations.
- Monitor contractor performance against specifications and KPIs, chair review meetings, and drive continuous improvement where required.
- Manage budgets, forecasting, spend control, and authorise payments and contract variations as appropriate.
- Support procurement activities to ensure contracts are awarded in line with organisational requirements.
- Analyse repairs data and emerging trends to inform planned works and long-term maintenance strategies.
- Act as a key point of contact for contractors, customers, and stakeholders, resolving operational matters and keeping customers informed of planned works.
- Investigate complaints and mechanical-related incidents or emergencies, implementing robust processes to ensure effective resolution and learning.
- Develop and oversee structured audit and inspection programmes, maintaining accurate electronic compliance records from inception to closure.
- Build and maintain effective working relationships across teams, contractors, and partners to support successful delivery of SNG's objectives.
To Be Successful in This Role
- Hold a Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent experience).
- Demonstrate strong technical knowledge of M&E systems, safety requirements, and commercial contract management.
- Have experience managing third-party suppliers and delivering large-scale M&E testing programmes.
- Possess a sound understanding of current building regulations and Health & Safety legislation, including CDM.
- Be confident interpreting and applying legislative and regulatory documents.
- Show strong financial awareness, with the ability to plan, track, and forecast budgets to ensure value for money and mitigate risk.
- Maintain accurate project and compliance records from inception through to completion.
- Be an effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills, able to influence, challenge, and represent the organisation professionally.
- Demonstrate good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Have strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines under pressure.
- Be a collaborative team player with integrity and a commitment to continuous learning.
- Be willing to work in the office and travel between sites as required.
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!
*This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Stop Domestic Abuse is a trauma informed organisation; the work we do to support those effected by domestic abuse may be triggering for those with past trauma. Please only apply if you are living free from abuse. If you’d like to talk to us about this, please get in touch
Main Purpose and Scope of the Job:
You will lead on the development and preparation of compelling and high-quality responses to grant applications, bid writing, commissioning and tenders. Support the Director of Income Generation and Communications and wider Executive Leadership Team with responses to complex tenders and funding applications.
Complete all tender Pre-Qualification Questionnaires, Invitations to Tender and relevant administration in an accurate and timely manner.
Undertake the reporting and monitoring of all grants and commissioned services, in line with contracts and Service Level Agreements and working with the Data Analyst ensuring funding requirements, reporting and compliance are met. Undertake Quality Assurance activities on all aspects of reporting and monitoring prior to submission.
Manage (and delegate where appropriate) and quality assure all subject access requests, complaints and data queries in line with Data Protection and GDPR legislation, working with, and supported by the Director of Income Generation and Communications and/or DPO on complex cases.
Prepare written materials including press-releases and annual reports which aid in conveying core activities and promote organisational activities in line with our values.
What We Offer:
Time off and Flexibility:
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (Increasing with service)
- Birthday day off
- Child’s first day of school off
- Option to purchase up to 10 additional days’ leave per year
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Protected time of up to one hour each month
Family-Friendly Benefits:
- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave
- IVF Leave
Health and Wellbeing:
- Westfield Health Healthcare Cashback Plan (after probation)
- Westfield Health Personal Health Insurance (after 2 years’ service)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Eye care vouchers
- Cycle to Work Scheme
About Stop Domestic Abuse:
Stop Domestic Abuse is a proud women-led organisation supporting victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse across Portsmouth and Hampshire. Our vision is a world without domestic abuse, and we work to ensure that it’s ‘everyone’s business.’
We provide refuge and community-based support, delivering in a trauma-informed way for adults, children and young people, tailored to individual needs. Our 19 refuges offer safe, welcoming homes, and across our services we provide one-to-one support and group activities to help improve their safety and to meet others with similar experiences. We support children process their experiences and help regain a sense of safety.
Our UP2U programmes support those seeking to change abusive behaviours, and we also offer specialist support for victims of stalking. We also deliver training to professionals, including the hair and beauty industry, to recognise domestic abuse and connect people to specialist support services.
Our Values:
Equality, Openness, Honesty, Respect for individual dignity and diversity, Empowering women and children, and Care and Compassion – are at the heart of everything we do. By committing to these values, we aim to significantly improve the lives of those we support and work towards our vision of a world without domestic abuse.
Working alongside the other Finance Manager (job-share partner) and the Co-Director, this role is responsible for ensuring the charity’s finances are effectively managed and that financial records are accurate and up-to-date. The postholder will collaborate closely with their job-share counterpart; together, they will be jointly accountable for the smooth operation of the organisation’s financial systems, while maintaining clearly defined areas of responsibility.
This role has a primary focus on the operational delivery of finance functions, including day-to-day processing and book-keeping related to income. It will ensure robust financial controls, accurate record-keeping, and efficient financial processes, supporting Women for Refugee Women to operate effectively and maintain strong financial discipline.
Location: Old Street, London (Hybrid) * Please note that we are based in a women-only building.
Accountable to: Co-Director
Salary and hours: £44,289 - £49,339 pro rata (dependent on experience), 21 hours per week, plus benefits
Length of contract: Permanent
Purpose of the role: Working alongside the other Finance Manager (job-share partner) and the Co-Director, this role is responsible for ensuring the charity’s finances are effectively managed and that financial records are accurate and up-to-date. The postholder will collaborate closely with their job-share counterpart; together, they will be jointly accountable for the smooth operation of the organisation’s financial systems, while maintaining clearly defined areas of responsibility.
This role has a primary focus on the operational delivery of finance functions, including day-to-day processing and book-keeping related to income. It will ensure robust financial controls, accurate record-keeping, and efficient financial processes, supporting Women for Refugee Women to operate effectively and maintain strong financial discipline.
Key responsibilities
Finance Administration
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Together with the Finance Manager (Strategic) and the Co-Director, ensure that the charity’s finances are well managed and accounts are kept up to date.
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Maintain overall responsibility for accounts receivable, and support the Finance Manager (Strategic) with accounts payable.
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Working together with the Finance Manager (Strategic), ensure all income and expenditure is entered onto the electronic book-keeping system (currently Quickbooks) accurately and in a timely manner, and assigned to relevant funds in accordance with funders’ requirements and restrictions.
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Ensure all donation details are correctly entered into the Donorfy fundraising database.
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Ensure imported data in the accounting systems reconciles accurately with recorded transactions, and produce bank reconciliations as needed.
Finance Management
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Implement and monitor day-to-day financial controls, ensuring all processes meet audit and internal control standards. Ensure proper document storage, coding and audit trails for all transactions.
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Support the Finance Manager (Strategic) in reviewing and updating operational finance procedures and ensuring organisation-wide compliance.
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Working closely with the Finance Manager (Strategic) and the Co-Director, support improvements to finance systems and workflows.
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Act as a bank signatory where appropriate.
Income Management
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Ensure that all grants and other income due to the charity are received and managed in line with funder conditions and restrictions.
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Issue and track invoices to ensure all income owed to the charity is collected promptly.
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Ensure all cheques / cash income received is deposited into the current account in a timely manner.
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Support fundraising and individual giving colleagues by providing accurate, timely financial information on a weekly basis to strengthen donor stewardship and reporting.
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Maintain accurate records of gift aid declarations made. Prepare and submit regular Gift Aid claims to maximise eligible income.
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Maintain accurate records of gift-in-kind and pro bono donations, organisational assets and restricted funds.
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Ensure all income is recorded consistently across both the financial system and the fundraising database, working closely with the Individual Giving Manager to ensure alignment and information flow.
Operational Reporting & Support
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Provide financial administration support across the organisation, including for delivery teams and fundraising colleagues.
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Work closely with the Finance Manager (Strategic) to ensure accurate information flows between operational processing and financial planning/reporting.
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Provide responsive support to staff, helping them navigate finance processes confidently and consistently.
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Support the Finance Manager (Strategic) to prepare quarterly financial updates and Management accounts, as well as annual financial statements.
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Support the Finance Manager (Strategic) and Co-Director with payroll, pension reports and human resources management when required.
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Attend the quarterly Finance & HR committee meetings and contribute to preparing papers as needed.
General
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Undertake any other duties commensurate with the post.
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Support wider organisational activities as needed, including on occasion in the evenings or at weekends.
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Meet regularly for line management, supervision and appraisal with the Co-Director.
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Identify own training needs and undertake relevant training and development, approved by the Co-Director.
Women for Refugee Women supports women seeking safety in the UK to rebuild their lives and campaigns alongside them for a compassionate asylum system.
As Commercial and Legal Support Officer you will provide practical, hands-on legal and contract support across the organisation and contribute to meeting objective as we implement a new, temporary structure as part of a planned sabbatical. This is an opportunity to help colleagues manage legal risk well, improve how we work with third parties, and ensure the charity can deliver timely, proportionate support across a varied and busy portfolio of activity.
You’ll provide practical legal and commercial support across the organisation, focusing on contract review, negotiation and day-to-day advice. This includes supporting a range of agreements (e.g. suppliers, partnerships and data), helping colleagues understand risks in plain English, and maintaining contract records and key dates. You’ll be organised, pragmatic and comfortable managing multiple priorities. You can explain legal issues clearly to non-legal colleagues and work collaboratively to find solutions that balance risk and delivery.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract: Permanent, full time contract.
Hours: 35 Hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. We are open to flexible working options.
Salary: £44,000 - £48,000
Location: Hybrid, anchored to the London Carers Trust office 1 day a week. Flexibility to work from other Carers Trust’s offices around the UK when needed.
We are recruiting a Networks Partnerships & Development Manager (Care Equity) to support Carers Trust’s London based networks of local carer organisations and key partners across commissioning, service development, organisational practice, and partnership development
Activity delivered by this post will be focused through an equity lens, taking a place-based approach to supporting Network Partners respond to the practice based implications of developments such as neighbourhood health, digital and workforce changes, alongside the needs of underserved London carer populations.
We are seeking a skilled practitioner with relevant sector experience of delivering effective capacity building and organisational development support, ideally within health, social care or community related sectors
As the postholder you will:
- Lead on partnership development & relationship management for Carers Trust's cross-sector London Networks & strategic partners
- Deliver capacity building activities for local carer organisations
- Provide leadership on equity and inclusion through the convening of communities of practice, staff networks and training sessions in this field
- Develop projects and pilots, with Carers Trust diverse London networks, especially those addressing inequality, access, and wider partnership working
Please download the attached recruitment pack to find out more.
Team: Philanthropy & Partnerships
Location: Homebased with some travel for meetings & events
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Salary: Up to £49,149.84 per annum
Contract: Fixed term for 12 months
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our enthusiastic employees, volunteers, and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Corporate Partnerships Development Manager:
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The Corporate Partnerships Development Manager will play a key role at Cats Protection by raising new and transformational funds in support of the organisation’s 10 year strategic objectives.
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The role will lead the Corporate Partnerships new business team, to build profitable, multiyear relationships with companies, ensuring propositions are maximised and new partners onboarded to the highest standards
About the Corporate Partnerships team:
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We sit within the Marketing & Income Generation directorate.
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The corporate partnerships team is split between new business and account management, made up of driven, passionate and dynamic corporate fundraisers
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We currently have a team of one full time and one part time Senior Corporate Partnerships Development Officers in new business. On account management side our team consist of a Corporate Partnerships Development Manager, Corporate Partnerships Account Manager and Corporate Partnerships Officer. This is in addition to a Lead Corporate Partnerships Manager who oversees the entire corporate partnerships team.
What we are looking for in our Corporate Partnerships Development Manager:
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Significant experience of developing relationships and raising money from new businesses and other corporate organisations.
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A demonstrable track record of delivering significant financial results against agreed targets and timescales.
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Experience of leading fundraising teams to deliver and drive income and growth
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Significant experience of managing a diverse range of stakeholders and relationships at a variety of levels
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Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities.
What we can offer you:
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range of health benefits
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26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
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Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing.
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and much more, which you can learn about
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Application closing date: 3rd June 2026
Virtual interview date: Week commencing 8th June 2026
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
3. Final stage presentation (dependent on first stage interviews)
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
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About us
The Maypole Project supports children and young people with complex medical needs and their families, providing emotional, practical and social support. We are a small, values-driven charity making a meaningful and lasting difference to the families we work with.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Business Development & Fundraising Manager to play a central role in strengthening and growing our income.
This is an opportunity to lead the development of a strategic and sustainable approach to fundraising, while continuing to deliver hands-on income across a diverse portfolio.
You will work closely with the CEO and colleagues across the organisation to identify new opportunities, develop partnerships, and build on existing income streams.
The role would suit someone who enjoys working in a small organisation where you can shape direction, take ownership, and see the direct impact of your work.
What you’ll be doing
· Lead the development and delivery of a multi-year fundraising and income strategy
· Grow and diversify income across corporate partnerships, community fundraising, events, individual giving and digital activity
· Identify, develop and secure new funding opportunities, including partnerships and collaborative projects
· Build and manage strong relationships with funders, partners and supporters
· Work with the CEO to explore and develop cross-sector opportunities (e.g. NHS, local authorities, voluntary sector partners)
· Line manage a part-time Fundraising Officer and support volunteers to maximise impact
· Strengthen systems, pipeline management and performance monitoring to support sustainable income growth
About you
We are looking for someone who can combine strategic thinking with practical delivery in a small charity environment.
You will bring:
· Experience of securing meaningful income and developing funding opportunities (e.g. five-figure grants or partnerships)
· A track record of building effective external relationships
· Confidence identifying new opportunities and turning them into tangible outcomes
· Strong communication skills, with the ability to create compelling cases for support
· The ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively
· You may already be working at manager level, or ready to step up into a broader role with greater ownership and scope.
Why join us?
Play a key role in shaping the charity’s future sustainability and growth
Work closely with senior leadership and influence organisational direction
Be part of a supportive, collaborative and purpose-driven team
See the direct impact of your work on children and families
Flexible working arrangements
If you are looking for a role where you can take ownership, develop new ideas and make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you.
Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete our application form.
We support children and young people with complex medical needs and their families.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
East Kent IPS Employment Service Manager
Location: East Kent (Thanet, Folkestone, Hythe & Romney Marsh, Canterbury, Dover, Deal, Ashford)
Hours: 21 hours per week (0.6 FTE)
Contract: Permanent
Work type: Field‑based
Reporting to: Head of Area
DBS: Enhanced Disclosure with Adults Barred List
Who we are
At Rethink Mental Illness, we believe everyone severely affected by mental illness should have a good quality of life. We listen, we work together, and we challenge inequality — always putting people at the heart of what we do.
Our Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Employment Service helps people with mental health challenges find and sustain paid employment that matters to them. We’re now looking for a passionate and experienced IPS Employment Service Manager to lead and develop our East Kent service.
About the role
As Employment Service Manager, you’ll lead a small, dedicated team of Employment Specialists delivering high‑quality, recovery‑focused employment support across East Kent. You’ll ensure the service meets contractual requirements, achieves positive outcomes for people we support, and reflects Rethink’s values in everything it does.
Working closely with the Head of Area, you’ll provide day‑to‑day leadership, oversight of performance and quality, and strong external partnership working — all while championing innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
You’ll manage four part‑time Employment Specialists and play a key role in shaping how the IPS service responds to local need.
What you’ll be doing
- Leading, supporting and developing a dispersed staff team to deliver safe, effective and person‑centred services
- Ensuring strong performance against contract targets, quality standards and reporting requirements
- Embedding safeguarding, data protection, equality and health & safety into everyday practice
- Providing regular supervision, coaching, appraisals and performance support
- Building effective relationships with commissioners, referrers, mental health services and community partners
- Managing recruitment, staff resourcing, budgets and operational processes
- Promoting service user involvement and ensuring voices of lived experience shape the service
- Identifying opportunities for service improvement, innovation and local engagement
Who we’re looking for
You’ll be a confident, values‑driven leader with experience of managing services in health, social care or a related setting. You’ll bring a collaborative approach, a commitment to recovery‑focused practice, and a genuine passion for supporting people affected by mental illness into employment.
You’ll need:
- Experience of managing and supporting staff teams, including supervision and performance management
- Knowledge of mental health, recovery approaches and best practice
- Experience of safeguarding, incident reporting and regulatory compliance
- Strong organisational, communication and partnership‑working skills
- Ability to plan, monitor and evidence outcomes and service impact
- NVQ Level 3 / QCF Diploma (or equivalent) in a health or social care related subject
- Good IT skills, including confidence using Microsoft Office
We’d love it if you also have:
- Lived experience of mental ill health or using mental health services
Why join us?
- Be part of a values‑led organisation making a real difference
- Work flexibly and autonomously with strong leadership support
- Access learning, development and career progression opportunities
- Join a caring, inclusive workplace where equity, respect and openness matter
Interested?
If you’re ready to lead a service that changes lives through meaningful employment, we’d love to hear from you.
Rethink Mental Illness is committed to creating a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from people with lived experience of mental illness.
We’re Rethink Mental Illness and no matter how bad things are, we can help people severely affected by mental illness to improve their lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £41,500
Location: Hybrid Work Culture. We are proud to promote a truly hybrid work culture, recognising that every role is different, and everyone has unique needs and preferences. Our Hybrid Work Arrangement empowers each team member to work with their manager to choose the most effective way to work that balances your needs and Hospice UK’s.
Our office is a short walk from King’s Cross station in London. For this role, we need someone to come into the office at least one day a week, on a Thursday. A day where all of the Programmes team come into the office. You can work remotely for the rest of the time. Equally, you may prefer to work from the office full-time. We encourage all colleagues to visit member hospices to help inform our work and you may be able to work from there.
Contractually this role is London-based.
Contract: 8 Month Contract ending on 31 March 2027
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave pro rata based on the term of the contract
- Matched pension scheme up to 7% of salary
- Support for staff with caring responsibilities
- Family-friendly culture
How to apply: CV and supporting statement - using Hospice UK’s supporting statement document – available on our website to download.
Closing date for applications: 23:59 on Sunday 31 May 2026.
Interview dates: Tuesday June 9 and Wednesday June 10. Interviews will take place online via MS Teams.
Job Information
The Role
The Conference Manager (FTC) plays a significant part in delivering Hospice UK’s programme of conferences for our hospice membership. As a newly created position, you will take the lead on our one-day conferences while also supporting the delivery of our annual National Conference.
Our conferences are central to our strategic aim of bringing the sector together to share expertise, collaborate and celebrate innovation. Your work will ensure our conferences are delivered to a high standard and that hospice delegates have access to relevant and timely learning opportunities.
You will work with a range of internal and external stakeholder as well as the subject matter experts. Listening to their feedback, you will help shape the programme content, work with the wider project team to deliver a smooth and valuable learning opportunity for hospice colleagues.
The Team
The Conference team is made up of the Senior Conference manager and the Programmes Team Administrator, with support from the Deputy Director of Programmes, Director of Programmes and subject matter experts across the organisation.
It is a mighty team of two, managing a portfolio of 5 in person conferences across the year, from our role focused one-day conferences of around 130 - 150 delegates to our annual National Conference, which welcomes over 1000 delegates.Our team works across the organisation and collaborates with lots of internal and external stakeholders.
About You
You will have strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and be confident building relationships with a wider range of stakeholders.
You will bring:
- Proven experience of organising in person conferences, events or seminars (or similar complex activities) for around 130 people or more
- Ability to distil conversations, feedback and discussions into actionable insights that support effective planning.
- Naturally curious and proactive
- A self-motivated, self-sufficient approach to managing your workload
- Strong time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
More information is available in the candidate information pack, which is available on our website to download.
We represent and champion the community of 200+ hospices across the UK.




