Contract manager jobs in reigate, surrey

Location: Cheam, Surrey (hybrid – at least 3 days in the office per week during probation, reducing to at least 2 days post probation)
Contract type: Fixed Term Contract until 31.05.26
Hours: Full time (35 hours per week)
Salary: £31,228 per annum
 
The vision of our client is a lifelong community: people offering effective support for each other when life takes a turn for the worse. Their mission is to support all civil servants, past and present, throughout their lives, with whatever problems they may have. They listen without judgement and offer practical, financial and emotional support. 
 
Their Help, Advice and Services Directorate offers financial assistance, money advice and guidance and wellbeing support and advice. As an Advice and Support Officer you will be responsible for:
 
• Providing advice and information about their Services
• Screening applications for urgency, checking eligibility, handling enquiries and phone calls
• Exploring the applicants’ circumstances to understand their needs and how they can help
• Collaborating with the Help, Advice and Services team members and other teams within their organisation
 
They are looking for an excellent communicator in writing, on the phone and digitally. You will be confident in handling difficult conversations. You will also have a basic knowledge of welfare benefits and be able to record data accurately and consistently.
 
They support hybrid working. In this role, you will need to commit to working from their Head Office. During the 3 month probation period, you will be based 3 days per week in the Head Office. If probation is successfully completed, you will have the option to work up to 3 days per week from home. 
 
They offer excellent benefits including a health cash plan, Headspace, life assurance, excellent pension, generous annual leave, birthday leave, interest free loans for season tickets and their cycle to work scheme.
 
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter that states why you would be suitable for this role. The closing date for applications is 11.59pm on 29th June. Interviews will take place soon after closing.
 
Our client is committed to building and developing a workforce which reflects the diversity of the civil service community that they support. They seek to ensure all job applications are treated fairly, with respect and without bias and they encourage applications from suitably experienced candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, or any other factor. 
 
Strictly no agencies.
 
You may also have experience in the following: Advice and Support Officer, Support Advisor, Advice Worker, Welfare Support Officer, Client Services Officer, Caseworker, Service Advisor, Information and Advice Officer, Financial support officer, Charity Services etc
 
REF-221 990

Contract: 4-year fixed term contract until 30th July 2029
Job type: Full time
Grade/ Salary: WM6 28 / £29,961
Hours per week: 37.5 per week including some evening work
Department: Adult Services – Psychological Support Services
Location: 23 Monck Street, SW1P 2AE. 4 days a week on rotation at each Local Citizens Advice premises (Brent, Wandsworth, Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea) & 1 day a week remote.
 
Are you passionate about supporting people experiencing mental health and financial challenges? Join us!
 
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a new and innovative suicide prevention service. The service has been designed to provide a more joined-up approach to supporting those experiencing mental health and financial difficulties by providing mental health support in local Citizen’s Advice premises. We’re looking for a Mental Health Advisor to deliver workshops, groups and low intensity 1:1 psychoeducation and self-help support.
 
You’ll work closely with individuals experiencing early signs of distress such as anxiety, depression, or stress—supporting their recovery through early intervention, social inclusion, and empowerment. You’ll also be responsible for maintaining accurate records, managing referrals, and building positive relationships with local partners and services.
 
This is a dynamic and rewarding position ideal for someone who is passionate about mental health, has strong interpersonal skills, and is committed to making a positive difference in the community.
 
You will:

• Delivering 1:1 and group mental health support
• Running workshops and psychoeducational sessions
• Supporting clients through early intervention approaches
• Managing referrals and maintaining client records
• Promoting the service and collaborating with partner agencies

 
About us:
 
We’re a leading community-based organization dedicated to providing outstanding mental health support and clinical interventions across London. Our experienced clinically led teams are focused on directly addressing a range of mental health needs in our communities. We combine innovative solutions with decades of local community knowledge to empower people to live the life they choose. We partner with the NHS and local authorities to deliver clinically driven frontline services with fantastic outcomes. We focus on early intervention and prevention, targeting mental health conditions at the most cost-effective stage, while also supporting people with moderate to severe mental health needs across our communities.
 
Benefits:

• Hybrid-working if nature of role permits
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme (interest free lone paid back 12 months period)
• Employee Assistance Programme A 24-hour helpline from Health Assured to support you through any of life’s issues or problems
• Free eye test
• Flexible working
• Interest free loan, those in financial hardship

 
REF-221648

Trees for Cities is the only national charity dedicated to improve lives by planting, protecting and promoting urban trees. We do this by working closely with communities, landowners, partners and funders to deliver transformational change in towns and cities across the UK and overseas. We plant trees in schools, streets, estates, parks and open spaces to create nature-rich urban woodland, hedgerows, orchards, avenues and playgrounds.

Benefitting people and the environment lies at the heart of what we do and this role comes at an exciting time for our organisation. As we enter a critical decade for environmental action, we’re looking for a strategic, ambitious, and collaborative Head of Corporate Fundraising to lead our corporate partnerships programme and secure the vital income needed to power our mission.

This is a unique opportunity to join a passionate, high-performing team at a pivotal moment. With our current strategy, The Turn of Trees (2022–25), coming to a close, and a bold new plan launching later this year, we’re scaling our efforts to drive a movement for tree equity—a future where everyone can enjoy the benefits of trees, no matter where they live. We already work with a range of leading businesses and foundations including BUPA Foundation, CBRE, and Bauer Media, and are seeking a leader who can deepen these partnerships while unlocking ambitious new opportunities.

As Head of Corporate Fundraising, you’ll help shape a bold and proactive fundraising approach, and personally drive high-value partnerships of £100,000+. You’ll combine strategic vision with hands-on leadership—crafting compelling propositions, nurturing long-term collaborations, and ensuring excellence in delivery. You’ll play a critical role in shaping our next phase of income growth, aligned closely with the wider organisational strategy and impact goals.

Trees for Cities is a fantastic place to work. We have a warm, inclusive and vibrant culture, where you will work collaboratively to witness the impact of your work to make a tangible difference in urban communities. If you’re an experienced and passionate corporate fundraiser ready to help build greener, healthier, more resilient cities—this is your moment.

Apply now and join us in growing a future where every street, every school, and every city is alive with trees and the benefit they bring.

For full details on the role and organisation, please download the Appointment Brief, where you will also find contact details of who to speak to should you have questions about the role and recruitment process and details on how to apply.

Closing Date: 29 June 2025

People Beyond Profit conversations: 2-7 July 2025

Panel Interview Dates: 8 & 15 July 2025

Contract: 4-year fixed term contract until 30th July 2029
Job type: Part time
Salary: £27,533 per annum (£11,013 pro rata)
Hours per week: 15 per week
Department: Adult Services – Psychological Support Services
Location: 1 day a week on rotation at each Local Citizens Advice premises (Brent, Wandsworth, Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea) & 1 day a week remote.
 
Are you an experienced administrator who is passionate about supporting people experiencing mental health and financial challenges? Join us!
 
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a new and innovative suicide prevention service. The service has been designed to provide a more joined-up approach to supporting those experiencing mental health and financial difficulties by providing mental health support in local Citizen’s Advice premises. The Team Administrator will be a vital part of the multi-disciplinary team delivering administrative and secretarial support. They will also have the opportunity to develop their skills in supporting people facing mental
 
You will:

• Provide admin support to the team and service users
• Process referrals and book appointments
• Act as first point of contact via phone, email, and face-to-face
• Manage data entry and maintain accurate records
• Carry out secretarial tasks (e.g. word processing, scanning, Excel)
• Take and distribute meeting minutes
• Support HR functions such as recording leave and sickness
• Ensure confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• Attend team meetings, training, and supervision sessions
• Promote equality, diversity, and a respectful work environment

About us:
 
We’re a leading community-based organisation dedicated to providing outstanding mental health support and clinical interventions across London. Our experienced clinically led teams are focused on directly addressing a range of mental health needs in our communities. We combine innovative solutions with decades of local community knowledge to empower people to live the life they choose. We partner with the NHS and local authorities to deliver clinically driven frontline services with fantastic outcomes. We focus on early intervention and prevention, targeting mental health conditions at the most cost-effective stage, while also supporting people with moderate to severe mental health needs across our communities.
 
Benefits:

• Hybrid-working if nature of role permits
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme (interest free lone paid back 12 months period)
• Employee Assistance Programme A 24-hour helpline from Health Assured to support you through any of life’s issues or problems
• Free eye test
• Flexible working
• Interest free loan, those in financial hardship

 
REF-221694

​Charity People is delighted to be partnering with a fantastic charity to recruit for their next Communications and Fundraising Officer.

We are working with a dynamic charity, dedicated to providing life-saving heart treatments to children in developing countries who would otherwise have no access to the care they need. Through a powerful network of volunteer medical professionals, international partnerships, and sustainable cardiac programmes, the organisation delivers urgent surgeries and builds long-term healthcare capacity where it's needed most.

If you're passionate about making a tangible difference in the world, the organisation offers a unique opportunity to be a vital link in a life-changing chain of compassion and expertise.

We are looking for an experienced digital communications professional to support the delivery of the charity's organisational strategy, including its fundraising strategy, by leading on digital communications and creative content across multiple channels.

This role will play a central part in raising awareness, growing supporter engagement, and generating income through high-quality digital campaigns, design, and donor communications.

Communications and Fundraising Officer

Contract: Permanent role

Salary: £25,000 to £30,000 per annum

Location: Hybrid role based between home and the London office three days per week

Hours: Full-time role, 37.5 hours per week

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 18th June

Interviews: First interviews will be held remotely on Friday 27th June, with second round in person week commencing the 30th June

Core responsibilities within your role will be to:

• Plan, create and schedule engaging content for all social media platforms
• Monitor and report on social media insights and engagement performance
• Ensure consistent branding and high-quality design across all channels and materials
• Work with the Communications and Fundraising Manager to develop digital fundraising campaigns and supporter journeys.
• Regularly update website content, news, and event pages using Typo3
• Optimise site navigation and SEO for improved visibility and user experience
• Design compelling digital and print fundraising materials (reports, event invitations, social media graphics, leaflets, brochures)
• Manage the asset library and photo bank
• Coordinate fundraising appeals around key dates
• Coordinate with web developers for technical support and improvements
• Draft and schedule supporter emails, donation asks, and impact reports on the charity's work
• Monitor campaign performance and produce post-campaign evaluations
• Support the coordination of fundraising events including the Gala Ball, Carol Concert, challenge events and other fundraising activities
• Attend and provide live coverage of key events across social media.
• Create event materials and help coordinate communication with volunteers and donors.
• Support with building relationships with celebrity ambassadors, donors and supporters

We would love to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:

• Previous experience in a similar digital communications or fundraising role
• Strong skills in graphic design (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite or similar)
• Experience of creating content for social media and digital fundraising campaigns
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in fundraising events

We're particularly interested to receive applications from candidates who have the below, although this is not essential:

• Experience using email marketing platforms (Mailchimp)
• Familiarity with website CMS (e.g., WordPress or Typo3 etc.).
• Understanding of the charity sector and donor engagement strategies.

If you're interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please send your CV to Alice at Charity People in the first instance.

Charity People and actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Job Purpose:

To provide operational management of the Substance Misuse Through-the-Gate (SMTTG) programme, which supports Lambeth and Southwark women in custody and their transition back into the community. The Coordinator will play a key role in ensuring the service is delivered to a high standard by line managing staff, developing strong partnerships with prisons and recovery services, and fostering a culture of quality, learning, and accountability.

The post holder will also hold a caseload, working directly with women in custody to support them into community services. They will provide robust Through-the-Gate (TTG) support on release and continue to work with women in the community for up to six months to ensure a smooth transition and sustainable recovery.

Key Responsibility Areas:

1. Lead the operational management of the Substance Misuse TTG programme, ensuring high-quality, trauma-responsive support for women impacted by the criminal justice system
2. Manage and develop staff to foster a strong, inclusive, and reflective team culture
3. Deliver direct support to women, ensuring a trauma-informed and person-centred approach
4. Develop effective relationships with key stakeholders in prisons and the community to strengthen partnerships and share expertise

 Are you ready to take on a key role in orchestrating and managing high-profile events? Join a prestigious organisation dedicated to excellence and innovation in the events sector.
 
Our client is looking for an experienced Events Executive to join their team in London (Victoria). In this position, you'll provide organisational and administrative support to the annual programme of events. You'll also play a vital role in ensuring the seamless delivery of both digital and face-to-face events, from initial planning to post-event feedback.
 
This is an excellent position for someone who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, and who is passionate about creating memorable event experiences.
 
 
Working arrangements: Hybrid working – 40% in office 
Location: London (Victoria) 
Employment type: Permanent, Full time (35 hours) 
 
As the Events Executive, you'll have the chance to work closely with internal and external stakeholders, negotiate with venues and suppliers, and ensure that every event runs smoothly and efficiently.
 
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Administration and delivery of digital and face-to-face events.
• Process manual bookings and respond to event-related queries.
• Monitor delegate numbers and provide regular updates.
• Source and negotiate venue contracts and external suppliers.
• Liaise with venues regarding logistics and requirements.
• Produce delegate badges and ensure timely delivery.
• Facilitate virtual event set-up and dry-runs.
• Manage event registration and post-event feedback.

 
The Successful Candidate:

• Will have at least 2 years of event administration experience.
• Can work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Demonstrates accuracy and attention to detail.
• Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Is adept at organising both virtual and face-to-face events.
• Has experience using online event platforms (ON24 preferred).
• Is proficient in Microsoft 365 and website publishing (Umbraco preferred).

 Skills:

• Exceptional customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Strong numeracy skills.
• Knowledge or experience of AV technical production is desirable.

 
If you're looking for a role where your skills in event management will shine, apply today!

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Educational Mental Health Practitioner

Contract: Fixed term contract until March 2026
Location: London, SW1P 2AE
Salary: £33,670
Hours: 37.5

If you are a qualified Educational Mental Health Practitioner / Children's Wellbeing Practitioner and you have a passion for working within a dynamic but supportive environment, our client would like to hear from you, so please apply!

Our client has a job opportunity available for an Educational Mental Health Practitioner or Children's Wellbeing Practitioner in their CYP services. The job purpose is to provide a preventative, early intervention service to children and young people with mild to moderate mental health needs in identified schools. They are looking for someone to use the acquired skills, knowledge and abilities to deliver a service based within education settings that builds on and reinforces but does not replace those initiatives that already exist within these environments.

The post-holder will, with appropriate supervision, work as an autonomous and responsible practitioner and engage in:

• Delivering evidence-based intervention for children and young people in education setting with mild to moderate mental health problems
• Helping children and young people within these settings who present with more severe problems to rapidly access more specialist services
• Supporting and facilitating staff in education settings to identify and where appropriate manage issues related to mental health and wellbeing
• Working with and within education environments to afford better access to specialist mental health services

To be considered for this position, please submit your CV and a fully completed application form. Incomplete applications will not be considered and will be withdrawn from the process.

The job description is attached for your reference. Please apply only if you meet all the specified requirements.

About Our Client

They are a community-based organisation dedicated to providing mental health support and clinical interventions across London. Their experienced clinically led teams are focused on directly addressing a range of mental health needs in their communities. They combine innovative solutions with decades of local community knowledge to empower people to live the life they choose. They partner with the NHS and local authorities to deliver clinically driven frontline services with fantastic outcomes. They focus on early intervention and prevention, targeting mental health conditions at the most cost-effective stage, while also supporting people with moderate to severe mental health needs across their communities.

Benefits:

• Hybrid-working if nature of role permits
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme (interest free lone paid back 12 months period)
• Employee Assistance Programme A 24-hour helpline from Health Assured to support you through any of life’s issues or problems
• Free eye test
• Flexible working
• Interest free loan, those in financial hardship

REF-221817

Are you a dynamic and innovative senior leader passionate about making a real difference in the lives of people with autism and learning disabilities? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your voice is heard and your ideas can drive positive change? Are you a leader who is prepared to listen to others and build better solutions from multiple inputs? If so, PLUS has an exciting opportunity for you! 

For 30 years, PLUS has been a beacon of high-quality support and care, dedicated to empowering individuals with learning disabilities and autism to live fulfilling lives. As we embark on an ambitious journey of growth, aiming to expand our reach from an £8 million turnover to £15 million over the next 3-5 years, we are seeking a Deputy Chief Executive Officer to join our passionate team. 

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, you will be instrumental in providing strategic leadership and operational oversight across our organisation. You will work in close partnership with the CEO to ensure our continued success in delivering exceptional services, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and supporting strategic development and implementation. 

What you'll be doing: 

• Contributing to the development, implementation, and monitoring of our strategic plan, ensuring alignment with our core mission, vision, and values.
• Identifying and exploring new opportunities for growth, service development, and innovative solutions that enhance our impact and sustainability. 
• Deputising for the CEO, representing PLUS at external events and with key stakeholders.
• Providing inspiring leadership and direction to the Head of Services, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. 
• Driving operational excellence and ensuring regulatory compliance across all our services.
• Championing a culture of continuous improvement, proactively identifying areas for development and implementing effective solutions. 
• Contributing to effective budget planning and monitoring.
• Supporting the CEO in developing and maintaining strong relationships with our Board of Trustees. 
• Playing a key role in external relationships and stakeholder engagement, including leading on tendering and contract implementation. 

What you'll bring: 

• Significant experience in a senior leadership role within health and social care.
• A proven track record of driving positive change and achieving strategic objectives. 
• Demonstrable experience in operational oversight and quality assurance.
• Strong financial acumen, including experience of budget planning and monitoring. 
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify key issues and develop effective solutions.
• A deep commitment to the principles of person-centred care and support.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. 
• Strong IT skills.
• An innovative and solution-oriented approach to challenges. 

What we offer: 

• A competitive salary.
• The opportunity to make a significant and positive impact on the lives of people with learning disabilities. 
• A supportive and collaborative working environment where your ideas are valued.
• The chance to be part of an ambitious and growing organisation with a strong track record of success. 
• Opportunities for professional development and growth. 

To Apply: 

Please submit your CV and a covering letter no more than 3 pages outlining your suitability for the role, highlighting your experience and your vision for contributing to the future success of PLUS.

PLUS is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and communities

Role Overview:
The Talent Set is proud to be partnering with a much-loved charity to recruit an experienced Communications Lead for an initial 3-month contract.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled marcomms professional to lead and shape the charity’s external communications during a key period of transition and brand development. You'll bring structure, clarity, and creativity to the function—driving high-quality content, refreshing the way the team works, and mentoring junior staff along the way.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of strategy and delivery: one day you might be refining a brand narrative or designing a content calendar; the next, writing a website article, reviewing a press release, or guiding a team member through a media pitch.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of a refreshed communications strategy that supports the organisation’s goals, rebrand and audience engagement ambitions.
• Own the external communications output—developing audience-focused messaging across digital, media and print. Ensure all comms are on-brand, engaging, and consistent.
• Line management of 2 x Marketing Communication Managers.
• Provide expert support on media relations, reviewing and shaping press releases, media pitches and reactive statements. Build internal confidence and capability in PR.
• Deliver clear, engaging content across channels—website articles, social posts, newsletters, and supporter comms—balancing creativity with accuracy and tone.
• Introduce and embed structure and process across the communications function, including sign-off frameworks, content planning tools, and workflow efficiencies.
• Support, guide and uplift junior staff, acting as a coach and sounding board while helping build skills and confidence across the team.
• Play a central role in the charity’s rebranding activity—helping to develop style guidelines, messaging frameworks and comms plans that land the new identity smoothly.
• Bring energy, collaboration and warmth to the team, championing best practice while nurturing a confident, can-do environment.

Person Specification:

• Previous line management experience is a must.
• Proven experience in a mid- to senior-level communications or marketing communications role.
• Strong background in content development, media relations, and multi-channel messaging.
• Experience supporting or delivering a brand refresh or rebrand project.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills with a creative but structured approach.
• Comfortable leading communications strategy while rolling up sleeves to execute day-to-day tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, guide and support junior team members.
• Experience implementing process improvements (e.g. sign-off procedures, campaign calendars).
• Positive, proactive and adaptable mindset—able to balance competing priorities with calm.
• Previous experience in the charity or non-profit sector.
• Familiarity with working in a hybrid team and/or during a period of change.
• Understanding of accessible and inclusive communications principles.

What’s on Offer:

• An initial 3-month role working in a fantastic and well-respected organisation.
• A day rate of £177.87 per-day + £22.13 daily holiday for the successful candidate.
• A hybrid working pattern with just 2-days per-week in the organisations Central London office.

How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the “apply now” button (please don’t submit applications via email).

We aim to get back to all successful candidate within 48 working hours.

Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner organisation are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

We’re looking for a Finance Officer to join our close-knit finance team. You will work closely with the Financial Controller on the charity’s accounting, financial reporting and budgeting processes. This is an exciting role - you’ll be working on reports for some of the charity’s key stakeholders, from the staff who lead our centres through to members of the Senior Management Team and external funders.

Experience of finance is not a prerequisite – rather, we are looking for skills, aptitude and potential. However, you must be able to demonstrate a high level of numeracy, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a good knowledge of Microsoft Excel is important.

If you’re looking to start your career in finance, this is an ideal opportunity for you to learn about finance from the grassroots up. You will be fully supported with a thorough in-house training programme, and we’ll also provide you with assistance to complete the CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting, with the opportunity to then progress to the full CIMA qualification.

The role at a glance

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Application deadline - 9am Wednesday 11th June 2025

Interview day (in-person) - Thursday 19th June 2025

Start date: 14th July 2025, or as otherwise agreed with candidate

Working hours

9:00 to 17:30, Monday to Friday.

Location

IntoUniversity Head Office at 95 Sirdar Road, London W11 4EQ

Salary

£30,950 per annum (inclusive of £2,700 London contribution)

Annual leave
Full-time staff entitlement, pro-rated for part-time staff: 33 days (inc bank & public holidays) + 3 closure days (two in December and one in July) + additional length of service entitlement (one day per year of service, up to 5 days)

Staff benefits

• CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting
• Employer pension contributions of 6% (and up to 8% after two years)
• Year round ‘early finish’ Fridays at 4.30pm
• Summer working hours (finish at 1pm on Fridays for six weeks in the summer), pro-rated for staff joining after January in the same year 
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to wellbeing and legal support 
• Life Assurance scheme with Aviva including SmartHealth service with access to 24/7 online GP appointments
• Interest-free new starter loans of up to £1,000
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Travelcard Loan Scheme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption pay and sick pay allowances
• Staff in FOCUS – rewards, competitions and prizes across the year

Job Title: Refuge Worker

Location: This is an onsite role, located within the London Borough of Hounslow, there may be a requirement to occasionally work in the London Borough of Hillingdon.
Salary: £28,857.12 per annum (Inclusive of London Weighting, which may not be applicable depending on your home location)

Contract type: Full Time, Fixed Term (Until Feb 2026)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Refuge Worker to provide high quality practical and emotional support to survivors of domestic violence and their children living in our refuges.

The post holder will provide high quality practical and emotional support to survivors of domestic violence and their children living in our refuges. This includes safety planning and enabling women to access housing, welfare, benefits, and legal advice. A key requirement is to provide personal welfare support and to ensure that women are provided with a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment in accordance with Refuge’s philosophical principles. 

As part of this role, you will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on call rota

Please note that this post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Closing Date: 09:00am 11 June 2025

Interview date: 18 and 19 June 2025

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services, and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development. 

Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.

Prospectus are excited to be working exclusively with our client to help them recruit for their first Interim Fundraising Director. The NGO was founded in 1993, as the UK network for organisations working in international development. They unite and support a diverse network of over 365 civil society organisations to help eradicate global poverty, inequality and injustice. They work to influence governments and policymakers, develop the skills of people in the sector, share expertise, and build organisational capacity and partnerships. They also support the sector to decolonise and become more anti-racist and locally-led.

This role is offered on an interim part-time 12 months contract basis paying a salary of circa £85,000 (0.4 FTE) pro rata with flexible remote working arrangements and occasional meetings at their London office.

The post-holder will support the organisation's secure the next phase of their large grants and to identify and engage with new and existing funders to diversify their funding sources. They will combine coordination with building strong relationships and supporting the organisation's managers and leaders to secure their funding into the future. The post holder will lead an informal team of staff drawn from across the organisation and work closely with the CEO and Directors to establish and maintain relationships with key donors. They will also play a key role in upskilling and developing staff capacity to fundraise within the organisation and coordinating their efforts.

They are looking for a candidate with significant existing relationships and networks amongst the major donors likely to fund the organisation's work. They are looking for someone with demonstrable experience in bringing teams together to submit bids, overseeing active funder management and finding the best relationships from which to secure funds.  The ideal candidate will have a track record in fundraising from major donors and a strong interest in and understanding of the international development sector and the role of networks within that sector.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Firas El Dib at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. 

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.

About Katherine Low Settlement   

  

Katherine Low Settlement is a busy, local charity that has been serving Battersea and the wider Wandsworth community since 1924. We are dedicated to building stronger communities and enable people to challenge and find ways out of poverty and isolation.   

  

We run a range of our own community services to support local older people and children, young people, and their families from refugee communities. We campaign for social change. We incubate and support other charities and social businesses to thrive. Each week we work with 30+ charities and community groups supporting more than 1,000 people. 

  

We are looking for an experienced, confident and proactive fundraiser to join our income generation team to raise more grant income from charitable trusts and foundations primarily, along with corporates and other partners. These include local schools and community organisations. Maintaining great relationships with these and other supporters Is a key requirement of this role. A confident self-starter, you will have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.

Role Purpose 

Working alongside our chief executive (who is an experienced fundraiser), an external larger bid writing resource and heads of programmes, the key objectives are to successfully generate income with grants valuing up to c.£10k in line with KLS fundraising plan and annual budget; develop and maintain relationships, and secure funding from, a portfolio of loyal and prospective supporters. Stewardship, reporting, pipeline and other database management tasks are other key features of the role. 

Responsibilities and Duties 

• Drafting and submitting funding bids up to c£10k grant value 

• Reporting to funders and supporting relationships with funders and partners

• Researching and identifying grant funding opportunities 

• Managing bid writing process, including gathering input from colleagues 

• Briefing programme colleagues on project monitoring required to produce funding reports, including case studies 

• Working with CEO to ensure monitoring takes place throughout project delivery and within reporting timelines for multiple projects and funders 

• Ensuring project reports are completed and submitted to funders on time 

• Maintaining administrative procedures effectively to support and monitor our fundraising activities. This includes keeping donor records and our database (Salesforce) up to date, ensuring income is recorded accurately and the pipeline is updated, mailing documents and thanking donors 

• Comply with Data Protection law (GDPR) and the Fundraising Regulator code of fundraising practice 

Skills and Experience 

• Track record of fundraising from trusts and foundations for project, core, and multiyear funding 

• Working with colleagues to complete funding bids and collect information for reporting requirements 

• Proven effective lead generation skills 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

• Ability to plan and prioritise to meet deadlines 

• Excellent report writing for funders and proofreading skills 

• Proven effective CRM database use such as the ability to maintain accurate record and income forecasting 

• Donor stewardship experience

• Up-to-date knowledge of fundraising best practice and regulation, including GDPR 

Personal Qualities  

• Passionate about social justice, education and championing the values of older people and families from refugee communities and their value to society 

• Trustworthy, non-judgemental, caring, and compassionate, proactive, self-motivated, and hardworking 

• Highly self-motivated and positive, with a self-managing “can do” attitude 

• Self-directed, results driven and able to multi-task with resilience and adaptability. 

• Strong collaborative spirit

• High levels of personal and professional integrity

• Strong attention to detail and quality

• Reliable, with a willingness to work flexibly outside of office hours. 

• Clear commitment to our values 

Further Information  

• Katherine Low Settlement is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

• All offers to work at Katherine Low Settlement are subject to satisfactory references, which is standard KLS policy applicable to all roles. KLS also ask for an enhanced DBS (formerly known as CRB) check

• You will adhere to matters of confidentiality concerning this role and the KLS team 

The above job description reflects the position at the time of writing; it is not intended to be a task list but indicates the general level of work involved. It is expected that duties will be reviewed and revised as required.