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We are looking for a passionate and proactive fundraiser to work with our challenge event and community supporters, helping them to raise funds for some of the world’s most marginalised children. 

At Children on the Edge, we envision a world where every child thrives, no matter their geography, ethnicity, gender, or caste. Working hand-in-hand with communities in Bangladesh, India, Uganda, Myanmar, and Afghanistan, we support children in some of the toughest situations. 

About the role

This is a new role in the Children on the Edge team, working to maximise fundraising from community fundraisers (in schools, groups, clubs and faith groups), third party fundraisers and challenge event fundraisers. 2026 will be our largest ever team of runners for the London Marathon and London Landmarks. You will help to inspire and steward this fantastic team of 17 runners. A small but mighty team of runners who are raring to go!

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to join a small and dynamic organisation. You will be championing and fundraising for community led programmes that create protective environments full of hope, life, colour and fun.

An opportunity to join a small, dynamic organisation to champion and fundraise for community led global programmes that create protective environments full of hope, life, colour and fun. 

Please download the Job Pack to read more about the role. 

About you

To be successful in this role you will have an enthusiasm and understanding of challenge event fundraising, third party fundraisers and community fundraising.

You will have excellent communication skills, and you’re a natural people-person who is happy to be hands on. Each day will vary, from picking up the phone to talk with fundraisers, to running an energetic cheer point for runners, to visiting a primary school to speak about children living on the edge - in all these environments and more you will thrive in making meaningful connections with our fundraisers, of all ages! You will be naturally pro-active and bring a collaborative approach to working with our dedicated small team in Chichester. You will enjoy preparing reports or talks for our community supporters, be results-driven and have the self motivation and drive to deliver against deadlines. 

At our core we are responsive and adaptive; no ‘one size fits all’. We tailor solutions based on the specific needs of each unique community we work with. To thrive in this role you will share the same ability to seek solutions and the same motivation to be flexible, adaptive, ready to learn and teachable.

You will have the time and support to excel in building relationships with our brilliant fundraisers, celebrating their efforts and helping them to maximise their fundraising. You will have the opportunity to thrive in a collaborative and creative team with courage and dignity at its heart.

What we offer

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part time staff).

• An additional day of leave for each full year of service up to a maximum of 33 days. 

• Flexible and hybrid working. 

• Our hybrid team works at least 50% of the time in our Chichester office, including Tuesdays when the whole team meets together.

• Excellent pension scheme with employer contributions up to 10% +  life assurance.

• Generous maternity and paternity leave. 

• Cycle to work scheme.

Want to play your part in transforming society?

You're in the right place.

Many of our Spear trainees have faced significant barriers to finding work, including family breakdown, growing up in care, disability or mental health difficulties, having been involved in crime, or really struggling at school. We believe that being out of work can lead to isolation and proliferate these challenges, meaningful work is key in helping young people find a sense of purpose and community. We're proud that the coaching and community that the Spear Programme provides makes such a difference that 75% of those who take part find work, and are still in work a year later.

Not only will you be part of bringing about powerful change in people's lives, but throughout this paid, dynamic opportunity, you'll be supported and challenged. We'll invest in you, developing expert coaching and leadership skills to set you on a great career path.

Please feel free to let us know if you may require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in our recruitment process, or if you have any enquiries regarding accessibility such as wheelchair access. 

The important stuff

Location: Brighton

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm (With some out-of-hours work needed for events such as our Spear Celebrations)

Salary: from £25,300

Closing date: Wednesday 17th September, 09.00am (We are interviewing on a rolling basis and might close the application early if we find the right candidate).

Upcoming Assessment Days: Thursday 25th September

Application pack: Have a look at our application pack for more information about the role and Resurgo

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave (including Christmas Gift Days) plus bank holidays
• Excellent personal development and training opportunities, including our iLM-accredited 5-day Coaching for Leadership programme (worth £3,000)
• We aim to support all Graduate coaches to progress to other roles with us after this initial year, with development towards management level within 3 years.
• Regular staff prayer meetings, conferences and retreats (one residential)

What will you do?

• Coach 16-24 year olds, bringing about powerful change in their lives 
• Build great relationships with relevant professionals 
• Form part of an intentional church community 

What will you gain?

• Management skills and career progression 
• Excellent coaching capability 
• Social Impact Experience
• Christian Leadership Skills 

Home-Start London is seeking a dynamic and driven Partnerships & Projects Coordinator to play a pivotal role in growing our impact across the capital. In this varied and rewarding role, you’ll work closely with our network of local Home-Starts, developing and managing partnerships and generating income to support and extend Home-Start services. Your work will directly help secure vital income and drive collaborative initiatives that ensure every child has the best possible start in life. If you’re a skilled relationship builder, confident fundraiser, and organised project manager with a passion for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll do:

• Proactively seek out, develop and manage new partnerships, generating income to support and extend Home-Start services
• Support the Operations Coordinator to manage existing consortia projects, ensuring quality and meeting targets
• Deliver timely reporting for internal and external stakeholders
• Lead on planning and delivery of network events, showcasing Home-Start’s work and impact for children and families
• Regularly engage with local Home-Start teams, from co-designing new projects to providing training and support with local fundraising efforts
• Work with HSL’s Communications Lead and local Home-Start teams to develop external communications that showcase Home-Start’s work, including content for website and socials
• Ensure compliance with partnership governance procedures, funding agreements, and internal policy
• Maintain accurate record keeping for all partnerships and projects
• Provide administrative support to the team, supporting efficient operations
• Manage volunteers as required, ensuring that they are happy, effective and well supported
• Any other duties that may be reasonably requested of the postholder

What we’re looking for:

• An excellent relationship builder, skilled fundraiser and strong project manager
• Confidence in engaging and inspiring a diverse range of stakeholders  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong administrative skills, including maintaining accurate records and supporting operational processes
• Proactive, solution-focused and adaptable, able to embrace new challenges and changing priorities effectively
• Passionate about Home-Start’s mission to ensure every child has the best start in life
• Confident in using MS Office, including Excel
• Commitment to, and understanding of, safeguarding, equal opportunities and maintaining confidentiality
• An understanding of the small charity sector, including funding landscape (knowledge of and networks in London an advantage)
• Knowledge of /experience in early years and family support service

This job is home-based but will require regular travel in London.

Careers and Employability Adviser

We are looking for a Careers and Employability Adviser with extensive knowledge of working with care experienced young people (16-26) to guide and support young people in their professional development to help them reach their full potential.

Position: Careers and Employability Adviser

Location: London Waterloo (twice a week based in East or West London)

Salary: £34,900 per annum depending on experience

Contract: Fixed-term contract until March 2026, with the potential to transition into a permanent post, 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Start date: As soon as possible.

Benefits: 27 days holiday per year PLUS the 1st Friday of every month is a half day. Pension and contributions are payable 3% after 3 months of service, employee assistance programme.

About the role:

As a Careers and Employability Adviser, you will be able to demonstrate a real passion for making a difference in your client’s lives. You will possess the ability to build trusting relationships quickly, broaden horizons, and encourage young people to be aspirational.

You will be working for a charity that really makes a difference in the lives of young care leavers. Wherever they are coming from, they help to open doors and give them the skills, confidence, and inspiration to realise their full potential.

Main duties and responsibilities

• To provide individual Information Advice and Guidance (IAG) support to young people on the programme.
• To identify opportunities for work that match participants’ interests and abilities.
• Support the delivery of various Programmes.
• To assist young people in their search for employment in outreach locations.
• To maintain a client-centred approach and be sensitive to the needs of a diverse client group.
• To compile and maintain accurate records and collect monitoring data for the project.
• To support the delivery of milestones and outcomes relating to those agreed upon with our partners.
• To provide progress information to line management as required.
• To attend and participate effectively in internal and external meetings.

About you:

To be successful in the role of Careers and Employability Adviser you will have resilience, a belief that there is always a way forward and an innovative approach to youth engagement.

If you have the experience and skill set that meets the requirements in this job advertisement, then apply today and enjoy a job that really makes a difference in the lives of young people!

Experience, Qualifications and Skills

• At least 2 years’ experience working with disadvantaged youth groups to transition them into employment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Experience working with vulnerable young people.
• Resilient, positive, and comfortable working effectively with complexity.
• Experience in delivering training sessions to young people.
• A good understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and risk assessment.
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as collaboratively with the rest of the team
• Empathetic, engaging, and innovative – the ability to present and to be motivational.
• Flexible approach yet able to maintain clear boundaries with clients once contracted.
• Strong organisational, timekeeping and record-keeping skills.
• Good IT skills required including recording of database entries.
• Ability to effectively communicate and relate to young people with varying levels of educational attainment, attention spans and motivation.

If you have the experience and skill set that meets the requirements in this job advertisement, then apply today and enjoy a job that really makes a difference in the lives of young people!

You may have experience in areas such as Careers Officer, Careers Manager, Careers Specialist Advisor, Recruitment Support, HR & Recruitment, HR generalist, HR Adviser, Human Resources Advisor, Human Resources Administrator, HR Business Partner, People Advisor, HR Assistant, HR Officer, HR Specialist, HR Coordinator, HR Consultant, etc.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

About the Guy Chester Centre
The Guy Chester Centre (GCC) is part of the Methodist Church and manages the North Bank Estate in Muswell Hill, including Chester House – a 158-bed student residence providing affordable, supportive accommodation for young people.

About the Role
We are seeking a part-time Senior Administrator (HR & Governance) to provide dedicated support to the Centre Director and accommodations team. This role will focus on HR processes, governance requirements, and contractor management, ensuring that our staff and operations run smoothly and in line with legal and policy requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• HR Support

  · Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.

  · Ensure compliance with HR policies, procedures, and relevant employment legislation.

  · Draft, review and update HR and governance policies and procedures.

  · Liaise with HR legal advisors regarding contracts and employment issues.

  · Support the Centre Director with staff management processes (e.g. recruitment, induction, probation, annual leave and absence monitoring).

  · Assist in employee relations matters, handling staff queries and supporting informal grievance resolution.

  Governance Support

  · Assist with governance documentation and reporting for trustees/committees.

  · Maintain up-to-date policies and compliance records (e.g. safeguarding, health & safety).

  · Prepare confidential papers, reports, and records for the Centre Director.

  Contractor Management

  · Source, assess, and liaise with contractors and service providers.

  · Obtain and compare quotations, ensuring value for money.

  · Prepare and administer contractor agreements.

  · Create and maintain a database of approved contractors and key compliance information.

  General Administrative Support

  · Provide confidential administrative support to the Centre Director.

  · Provide occasional database support to the accommodation team.

  · Support the preparation of reports, correspondence, and records.

What We Offer

• Salary: £36,000 FTE per annum (pro rata for 14 hours per week) plus pension contributions.

• Holiday: 25 days + public holidays FTE (pro rata).

• Flexible working pattern (2 days per week).

• A supportive, values-led working environment.

About the role

This role will support and empower LGBT survivors of domestic abuse to overcome the impacts of abuse and rebuild their lives. You will provide direct advocacy and step-down support for medium-risk individuals in safe accommodation, enabling them to engage with a range of recovery-focused interventions.

Your work will be trauma-informed, empowerment-based, and person-centred, tailored to each individual’s needs. Support may include emotional and practical assistance, help to navigate specialist services, and enabling clients to access group recovery sessions or one-to-one psychoeducational interventions.

This is an opportunity to contribute to a service that goes beyond crisis response, focusing on recovery, resilience, and empowerment for survivors at a pivotal stage in their journey.

This post is only available to applicants from the LGBTQ community as permitted under the Equality Act 2010 as a Genuine Occupational Requirement.

Location: Galop’s London office (hybrid working available). The role will include travel to our London building and occasional travel across the UK.
Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week)
Contract: Until 31 March 2026 (extension subject to funding)
Reports to: Advocacy & Support Manager/Senior Advocate
Salary: £31,986.91- £36,728.54 (Including inner London weighting of £4,212.01)

Closing Date: Applications should be submitted by 10am on 17th September 2025
Interviews will be held on w/c 29th September 2025

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As a Project Coordinator at Mind of the Student, you support the smooth planning and delivery of our mental health programmes in schools and the community. You’ll liaise with schools and our community partners to schedule workshops, manage logistics, and ensure everything runs to time.

You’ll also help track progress, gather feedback, and keep communication clear and consistent across the team.

We’re looking for someone who is highly organised, proactive, and a strong communicator. You’ll be confident building relationships with a wide range of people, from school staff to volunteers, and you’ll take pride in delivering work that is thoughtful, accurate, and on time.

You should be comfortable managing multiple tasks at once, able to stay calm under pressure, and always willing to pitch in where needed. A genuine passion for youth mental health and making a positive impact in schools and local community centres is essential, as is a flexible, can-do attitude and a willingness to learn and grow within a supportive team.

Before applying, please read through our Application Information Pack.

Good luck with your application!

In the words of Nobel Laureate Abhijit Banerjee, "Pratham's impact on the lives of millions of kids has been tremendous; it is quite simply an exceptional, best-in-class organisation that has managed to scale across India."

Founded in India, Pratham has become one of the world’s most influential education charities—pioneering cost-effective, evidence-based solutions that have transformed learning for millions of children. Now, through Pratham UK and our global partners, we’re taking these proven programmes to communities across the Global South—from rural India to sub-Saharan Africa, and soon to Latin America, with a new office opening in Bogotá, Colombia.

In the UK, we’ve grown income from £350k to £1.7m in just four years, powered by a committed network of high-net-worth individuals and philanthropists—many from the Indian diaspora. We’re aiming even higher, with a goal of £4m annually by 2030 - our US sister charity raise $30m a year and $20m is raised in India, the programmes are effective and highly scalable.

We’re seeking a talented Head of Philanthropy and Special Events to lead major donor fundraising, oversee our flagship gala, and expand our high-value events. This is your chance to shape the growth of a pioneering Indian NGO with truly global impact.

About this role

This role is 20 hours per week, worked part-time over 5 days Monday-Friday. Suggested working times are 10am-2pm however this can be flexible for the right candidate. The part-time salary for this role is £16,250 (£26,000 FTE for organisation 32 hours working week).

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a range of office management and administrative duties to support Causeway’s housing and support functions. You will deal with ad hoc queries and be the first point of contact for external queries, and act as an everyday presence in Causeway’s office to support with office-based team members, visitors, contractors, and cover basic in-house IT support.

Our Organisation

Causeway is a London living wage employer. You will receive a 6% pension contribution, rising to 12% after two years service. We also offer an employee assistance programme that provides free financial, legal, and mental health advice and support to our employees. We provide core training, and continuous learning and development throughout your career with us. Travel schemes such as cycle to work and travelcard loans are also available.

CEO

We are looking for an experienced leader to join the charity in this part-time role.

Position: CEO

Location: Milton Keynes

Hours: Part-time, 3 days/22.5 hours per week

Salary: £65,000 pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 17 September 2025

The Role

The current CEO, Denise Stygal-Watson, has done a fantastic job since joining the charity over four years ago and will be handing over an organisation at an exciting time in its development. We have a strong senior management team in place, enjoy robust processes, solid reporting, accountability and financial rigour and, while there are inevitably challenges, there is everything to play for going forward.

Great work has already been done but the charity needs to continue to build its network, develop partnerships with local companies, as well as grow its donor income, including legacies, to build on its base of earned income from its retail revenue. Ambitious for our growth and commercially minded, our new CEO will have the opportunity to make a significant impact and to focus externally, to be the ambassador for Age UK Milton Keynes, to raise its profile and promote the opportunities available to the people and organisations who can benefit from partnering with us.

Main responsibilities include:

• Strategic leadership and vision
• To provide clear and forward-thinking leadership to ensure Age UK Milton Keynes remains resilient, relevant and impactful in a changing environment
• Financial leadership and fundraising
• To grow income from all sources, encouraging new avenues of income generation through services and growth.
• To be responsible for the effective, strong leadership and management of the staff, volunteers, the organisation and its resources.
• Governance and compliance
• Service development and delivery
• To actively promote, explore and develop ways of working with organisations and statutory agencies within Milton Keynes

If you feel you are the right person to join our board, we would be delighted to hear from you!

About You

We are looking for someone with a proven track record of leadership and management across a range of responsibilities at senior level – ideally gained in the corporate sector.

You will also have:

• Substantial experience of business planning development and delivery
• Financial acumen – experience of financial management and control, including budget oversight and cost control
• Knowledge, experience and understanding of strategic planning and service development planning; including facilitation, implementation and review/evaluation and organisational change
• Track record in driving and supporting fundraising growth, developing networks and working with funding partners
• Demonstration of influencing and developing relationship with key stakeholders and senior opinion leaders including local authority or similar
• Track record as a leader of people, creating positive affirming environments for successful teams and an inclusive organisation

The Organisation

Age UK Milton Keynes was established in June 1978 as Age Concern and became Age UK Milton Keynes when Age Concern and Help the Aged were merged in 2011. Age UK Milton Keynes is a local independent charity working to improve the quality of life for all older people living in Milton Keynes.

At Age UK Milton Keynes we are committed to encouraging equity, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee/volunteer to feel respected and able to give their best. In the search for our new CEO we would be particularly pleased to receive applications from people who come from groups that are often underrepresented, knowing that our work only benefits from a truly diverse staff team.

You may have experience in other areas such as COO, CEO, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Executive Officer, Managing Director, Deputy CEO, Deputy COO.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

We're looking for a dedicated individual who is experienced in working with young people, and passionate about improving the outcomes for them, to join our team as a Mentoring and Employment coordinator.

Reporting directly to the General Manager for Feel Good, the role will be responsible for coordinating the mentoring and development support for Regenerate’s 16 plus service, as well as the employment offer at Feel Good (Regenerate’s social
enterprise).

About the role:

Regenerate runs a thriving and well established mentoring and employment services for 16 – 25’s. This comprises of two areas:

1. Mentoring for young people who are experiencing a range of social and emotional challenges and barriers to employment, and

2) Employment at Feel Good (Regenerate’s social enterprise).

Feel Good is a coffee shop business Regenerate established to train, employ and mentor young people aged 16-25 who are not in education employment or training (NEET), have experienced disadvantage, or are at risk of exploitation. Also, for every
coffee sold we provide a meal for a child in one of our partner services in Africa or Eastern Europe.

Regenerate and Feel Good are within an exciting period of growth in size and impact as a charity, and this role plays a pivotal part; coordinating and delivering mentoring support and development opportunities for young people employed in the business, as well as those within the community who are in need of support. It is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious person passionate about using their skills in youth work and/or mentoring to support young people to thrive and enable them to grow in confidence and key life skills, so that they can thrive. 

Terms Overview:

Contract type: One-year fixed term (Maternity Cover)

Responsible to: General Manager of Feel Good

Location: Based at the Ashburton Youth Club, Putney

Salary: 32,500K pro rata (approx. £17,062.50 per annum)

Hours: 21 hours per week

Annual Leave: 25 days plus public holidays pro rata

To apply:

Take a look through the attached job pack for full details of the role, person specification, and your perks.

Then click the link to fill out an online application form, telling us all about you, your skills, and why you're interested in the role.

Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?

Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge?

Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?

Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.

We are looking for an Advocate to join our team in the North Ayrshire area. We are seeking applicants who have transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a desire to help those in need of support.

The role will be working in a general advocacy capacity, with some work alongside unpaid carers and those in a caring capacity.

About us

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for Advocates to join and shape this service covering North Ayrshire. Your role will require you to travel to locations such as clients’ homes, hospitals, care homes and within community settings across the area to meet with clients and professionals. You will be home based for administration; therefore, access to your own transportation and a suitable home internet connection is essential. 

About you

Desirably you will have some experience of working in advocacy, or providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults who have support needs, ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing support.

You should have worked or volunteered in health, social care, welfare, support services, education or young person’s services, or advice and guidance. 

How will you make a difference?

You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.

You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options, and will assist them in the decision-making process relating to their care, treatment, and support.

You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support.  You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them.  You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard. 

Benefits 

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time colleagues) rising to 30 days upon 5 years’ service 

5% employer pension & minimum 3% employee contribution 

Salary sacrifices pension scheme 

Separate Life Assurance Cover (equivalent of two times your annual salary) 

Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays, gym membership etc 

24/7 Employee Assistance programme 

Access to remote counselling service 

Paid Disability Leave 

Paid compassionate Leave 

Home Working Allowance  

  Support with continuous professional development 

Access to Clifton Strengths Coaching for development  

Personal Development Plans 

  How are staff supported to work remotely? 

VoiceAbility has a small number of offices. Employees including Team Leaders are homebased for Administration and meetings will be held online as well as in person in the relevant community. 

When you need to travel for work, expenses will be paid (mileage or public transport costs).  

VoiceAbility offers the usual regular manager one to ones, Staff forums and communities of practice depending on role. Team meetings with a mix of virtual and in person approach. 

Equality and Diversity

VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR for further options.

How to apply

To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form. 

Important Dates:

Closing date for applications; Midnight on 8 September 2025, however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.

Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.

Hint: you can use work, personal and/or voluntary experiences, and examples to tell us why you should be our next Advocate.

Want to know more about VoiceAbility and the role?

Please visit our website

We look forward to hearing from you.

Job Title: Domestic Abuse Trainer

Location: Homeworking with a requirement to occasionally work at Head Office (Vauxhall, London)

Salary: £30,108 per annum Inclusive of London Weighting, which may not be applicable depending on your home location and any agreed permanent homeworking arrangement.

Contract type: Part Time, Fixed Term (Until May 2026)

Hours: 30 hours per week (across four days - Monday-Friday - days to be discussed)

This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Domestic Abuse Trainer and Assessor on a part time, fixed term contract until May 2026. 

Refuge has recently been granted funding from the Ministry of Justice to develop training for Independent Domestic Violence Advocates (IDVAs). This role has been created as a fixed term post to support that project. This is a strategic project and the overall aim of the MoJ is to increase access to training for IDVA professionals.

As the Domestic Abuse Trainer, the post holder will be responsible for developing and delivering a high quality, accredited training programme, including workshops, assessments, and digital resources for professionals in the domestic abuse sector.

This role will work in partnership with our Service Delivery subject matter experts and our People & Organisational Development team to develop and deliver domestic abuse training for Independent Domestic Violence Advocates and other front-line specialists. You will also be leading on assessments for delegates attending the training which should demonstrate competence through on the job training.

The post holder will be able to demonstrate extensive experience in training delivery or education in the domestic abuse sector. They should also have an understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and the barriers many women face in seeking support.

Closing Date: 15 September 2025

Interview Date: 29 September 2025

St John Ambulance is partnering with Robertson Bell in their search for a Finance Business Partner (Volunteering) to join their high performing team on a permanent basis. St John Ambulance is England's leading, volunteer-powered first aid charity dedicated to first aid education and emergency response across England. They are committed to ensuring that everyone receives the help they need in a health crisis from those around them.

The Finance Business Partner in Volunteering is responsible for providing the first line of support and assistance with the development of financial plans, analysis of the financial performance and forecasts of the Volunteering businesses. They will be a key member of the Financial Planning and Insight team to ensure delivery of the annual three-year budgeting process, that is aligned to strategic operational plans.

The organisation:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of over 1,400 employees and over 30,000 volunteers, united by their goal of saving lives through essential first aid services, training and campaigning.  As a charity with rich heritage and a long history of serving humanity, they are proud of their past and excited about creating a healthier, safer, more resilient future. 

St John Ambulance works at the heart of communities, supporting and enabling them to access and receive physical and mental health first aid. They do this through developing and providing effective community response and outreach services and using our longstanding expertise to empower people with vital clinical skills and the confidence to use them. There is also a buoyant social enterprise network which delivers first aid training and supplies medical consumables to businesses and consumers.

The key duties of this Finance Business Partner will be as follows:

• Provide impactful and effective finance business partnering to St John Budget Holders, the Senior Management and Executive Teams.
• Deliver high quality business and financial analysis, with detailed outcomes and benefits, to identify and present coherent rationales for change, to support effective delivery of services.
• Work with the relevant stakeholders, to timetable in the production of the charity’s monthly management accounts, the annual budgeting and in-year forecasting process.
• Drive continuous improvement in St John’s financial management reporting, forecasting and analysis.
• Utilise technology and tools to continuously improve the presentation and content of the charity’s financial management reports.
• Provide clear and understandable narrative to stakeholders and the rest of the team, advocating good accounting principles.
• Identify and implement cost and efficiency savings, without compromising the quality of the service and accuracy of the reporting.
• Work with business partners to provide the financial analysis and appraisal for business cases.

The successful candidate will have:

• A full professional accountancy qualification (CCAB or CIMA).
• Ideally, experience in the charity sector and working in large complex organisations.
• Significant experience in management accounting processes.
• Demonstrable, previous, extensive experience in a finance business partner role.
• Track record of supporting the end-to-end processes for in-year forecasts and annual budgets.
• Experience in dealing with a stakeholders at all levels, internal and external.
• Excellent influencing skills, with confidence and gravitas to respectfully challenge.

This role is being offered Nationwide within the UK, with only occasional travel required to an office for key in-person meetings. Applicants must be willing and able to attend occasional meetings in the evenings, via Teams. TOIL and flexible working arrangements facilitate this.

The closing date for applications is on Sunday 7^th September, with first stage interview due to take place the week commencing 15^th September. Applications will be under continuous review in advance of this date so please do not delay in applying to make sure you don’t miss out!