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Do you want to be part of an exciting service, supporting children and young people with mental health issues or emotional wellbeing needs?

Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress?

If you can embody our values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness, and Responsiveness, and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you.

Job title: CYP Support Worker – WithYOUth Service (Children and Young People)
Reference: 300
Salary: £23,809 - £25,238 per annum incl. Outer London Weighting
Hours: 37.5 hours to be worked flexibly across a 7-day week, between the hours of 2pm – 10pm (excluding bank holidays
Contract: Fixed Term until September 2026 (with possibility to extend)
Working base: Watford Wellbeing Centre (expectation of working flexibly in our centres across Hertfordshire and from home)

About the Project

Hertfordshire Mind Network (HMN) has been awarded Hertfordshire’s CAMHS Early Help Digital Intervention Service (WithYOUth).

The WithYOUth Service is an innovative partnership between BfB Labs and Hertfordshire Mind Network to provide a countywide digital service that is accessible to children and young people aged 5 – 18, at the earliest point of an emerging emotional wellbeing and/ or mental health need. The service will operate between 14:00 – 22:00 seven days a week.

Purpose of Post

As a CYP Support Worker you will be responsible for delivering this exciting service as part of a wider team, and whilst experience is advantageous, the most important thing to us and the children and young people we support is having the right values, skills and commitment to being part of this dynamic, new provision.

Our trauma-informed model offers a range of support options for CYP, based around digital interventions and supported by one-to-one and group sessions, so children and young people can engage in the way that works best for them. The service will build resilience in CYP by working with them to develop coping strategies and solutions that will enable them to improve their own health and wellbeing. We will also provide advice and guidance to parents/families/carers and professionals to provide a holistic response to supporting CYP and creating a network around them to empower and enable positive change.

We are looking for passionate, creative and committed individuals who wants to support children and young people to thrive.

We offer:

• Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days pro rata after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays)
• An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period.
• Ongoing training relevant to your role.
• An Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health cover (after 6 months employment) – compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 20th October 2025.
Please note: We will close the advert prior to this date if we receive sufficient applications.
Interviews to be held week beginning 27th October 2025 and will be held online via Teams.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

Equal Opportunities 
We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs.

Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. We create an environment where the sharing of experiences and vulnerabilities to support others and create positive change is welcomed and work towards breaking down the ‘them’ and ‘us’ culture. The organisation is committed to nurturing peer relationships that allow all staff to thrive.

No agencies please.

Proudly supporting and developing Youth Work across the North West and beyond.

We partner with young people and organisations to ensure their voices are heard. We nurture youth work practice, create networks, broker partnerships, and open opportunities for collaboration.​udly supporting and developing Youth Work across the North West and beyond.

Our youth voice work enables young people to make a difference individually, locally, regionally and nationally. We are passionate about including  young people in decision making and ensuring they have influence over matters that affect their lives.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Youth Voice & Engagement Manager to lead our work with young people across the North West.

This role will develop and deliver our Youth Voice offer, manage the Youth Voice delivery team, and take the lead in driving the youth voice and engagement element of Synergy, a new National Lottery Community Funded programme.

Working closely with partners and services, the successful candidate will grow youth voice activity, strengthen networks, and create meaningful opportunities for young people to influence positive change locally, regionally and nationally.

Benefits:

• Training and development
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives
• Free parking at the office
• 25 days Annual Leave plus an additional day off on your birthday (pro rata)

Are you a talented communicator who shares our passion for using scientific evidence to benefit the lives of animals? Can you help us to disseminate knowledge about animal welfare to a wide range of audiences?

We, the Universities Federation for Animal Welfare (UFAW) and the Humane Slaughter Association (HSA), are two sister charities focused on the promotion of scientific, evidence-based approaches to animal welfare. We fund research, support the animal welfare science community, and advocate for evidence-based improvements to animal welfare worldwide. Communicating animal welfare science to both specialist audiences and the wider public is key to turning knowledge into real-world improvements in animal welfare. We are seeking a Scientific Communications and Content Assistant to join our talented Scientific Communications Team during an exciting period of growth and change for both charities.

The Scientific Communications and Content Assistant will support us to deliver our scientific communications strategy by helping to draft, design and publish engaging content for our print and digital platforms. This includes assisting with the creation of visual and written content that effectively convey complex scientific information to our diverse audiences.

The role will report to our Scientific Communications and Outreach Manager and work closely with the Public Affairs Lead and other internal teams to create engaging content for our audiences. We are seeking candidates with strong written, editing and visual skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy and clarity.

The ideal candidate will enjoy working as part of our small multi-disciplinary team and be confident to work unsupervised when necessary. You will be happy working across multiple projects, adapting to different communication styles and priorities, and keeping messaging clear and consistent across varied audiences.   

This role will be home-based. Because we’re based in the UK, the appointee will need to be UK-based and legally entitled to work in the UK. You will be expected to occasionally attend our offices in Hertfordshire to carry out duties as required and attend meetings. Travel costs and subsidence will be covered for you in these situations. The role may also require occasional travel within the UK and possibly overseas for events and other relevant activities - some of which may occur at weekends or in the evening. 

What you’ll be doing

• Drafting copy, designing graphics/visual materials (eg using Canva) and producing content for print, web, email, and social media 
• Overseeing the Charities’ day-to-day social media activity, including scheduling posts, monitoring channels, and responding to engagement.
• Assisting with the creation and dissemination of the Charities’ content including but not limited to press releases, newsletters, and digital campaign materials.
• Liaising regularly with internal teams to stay up to date on the Charities’ activities and to plan and schedule content across channels.
• Monitoring social media analytics and Mailchimp performance metrics to support reporting and strategy development.
• Collaborating with internal teams, for example Fundraising, to ensure consistent messaging and branding.
• Occasionally creating, editing and publishing video content.
• Liaising with external agencies, partners and stakeholders.
• Ensuring all materials and communications are accessible and inclusive.   
• Occasionally travelling within the UK and overseas for conferences, meetings and other events - some of which may take place during evenings or weekends.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in digital communications, content creation and social media.
• Demonstrable writing and editing skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using social media platforms (eg LinkedIn, Facebook, BlueSky and YouTube) and scheduling tools such as Hootsuite.
• Experience using graphic and content design tools such as Canva.
• Ability to monitor, analyse and interpret performance analytics from platforms including Mailchimp, social media, Hootsuite etc.
• Proven organisational and time management skills.
• Experience of working collaboratively with diverse teams, with well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of and commitment to inclusion and accessibility.
• Experience working within brand and tone of voice guidelines.
• Experience creating content tailored to a diverse range of audiences and stakeholders.
• An understanding of and comfort with the Charities’ approach to animal welfare which includes co-operation with the livestock and slaughter industry, as well as laboratory animal researchers. Whilst both charities promote the highest standards of animal welfare, they do not oppose the use of animals by humans for research or food.

It would be great if you have

• Experience working in a charity or non-profit environment.
• A background in science such as a BSc or relevant experience in a scientific charity or setting.
• Knowledge of animal welfare science and practices.
• Familiarity with website content management systems such as WordPress.
• Experience creating and editing video content. 
• Understanding of policy communications or advocacy work.
• Understanding of SEO, engagement metrics, and digital advertising.

How to apply 

Please submit your CV and a covering letter (of no more than two pages of A4) that describes how your knowledge, skills and experience meet the requirements of our role. Applications close at 23:30 BST on Sunday 19 October. 

First round interviews will be held online on 3 November 2025, and second round interviews held in London on 10 November 2025. 

We use anonymous recruitment at the screening stage to enable an inclusive recruitment process.   

What we can offer you

• 25 days annual leave increasing to 30 days after ten years of service*.   
• Flexible working, including opportunities to work from home.
• Day one employer pension contributions of 8% of salary, into our pension scheme.
• Access to AonProtect Assistance which includes access to counselling services, legal, tax, medical and bereavement advice   
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders with two wellbeing days* per year to rest, recharge, and focus on mental, emotional, or physical health - without using annual leave.
• Optional childcare salary sacrifice scheme.
• Pet bereavement leave.   
• Generous sick pay policy.
• Training and development opportunities.

*Pro-rata for part-time employees. 

Night Shelter Manager

Glass Door Homeless Charity

London, Greater London (On-site)

£19.90 per hour

Part-time (Daily shifts - 5pm to 10pm )

Contract (Six months)

How to apply

Job description

Team: Night Shelters 

Location: On-site at Glass Door Night shelter venues in the boroughs of Kensington & Chelsea, Hammersmith and Fulham or Wandsworth 

Duration: 1 November 2025 to April 2026

Reporting to: Service Manager – Night Shelters 

Shifts available:  5:00pm to 10:00pm 

Job Purpose

As a Night Shelter Manager, you’ll be the lead staff member for your shift, overseeing the safe and smooth running of one of Glass Door’s seasonal night shelters between November and April. 

You’ll work alongside Overnight Homeless Shelter Workers and volunteers on your shift to make sure the shelter is a welcoming, safe, and respectful place for up to 35 guests. Your role is to set the tone for the night: briefing the team before opening, welcoming and inducting new guests, explaining our shelter guidelines, and ensuring everyone knows their responsibilities. You’ll be the first point of contact for any issues during your shift, whether that’s supporting someone in distress, addressing concerns or responding to challenging behaviour. 

You’ll also ensure shelter procedures are followed, keep accurate records of attendance and incidents, and maintain clear communication with the casework team so they can follow up with guests. Alongside leading operations, you’ll actively work with guests, volunteers, and colleagues to create a friendly and supportive environment where everyone is treated with dignity. 

This role is ideal for someone who can remain calm under pressure, lead a small team confidently, and is committed to supporting people as they work towards ending their homelessness; all while making sure the night shelter runs smoothly from start to finish. 

Job Description 

As the lead staff member for your shift, you’ll be responsible for the smooth and safe running of the shelter during your working hours. You’ll work closely with Overnight Homeless Shelter Workers and volunteers, setting the tone for the night and making sure everything runs to plan. 

Your main responsibilities will include: 

• Leading the shift – Oversee the running of the shelter during your shift, making sure guests, staff, and volunteers are safe and supported. 

• Briefing the team – Hold a short briefing before opening to make sure everyone understands their roles and responsibilities for the night. 

• Welcoming guests – Greet guests warmly, induct new arrivals by explaining shelter guidelines and behaviour expectations, and answer any questions they have. 

• Supporting volunteers – Guide and support the volunteer team, working closely with Volunteer Coordinators to make sure their time is well organised and meaningful. 

• Monitoring wellbeing – Keep an eye on guest welfare throughout the shift, offering support when needed. 

• Responding to issues – Manage any situations that arise, from emotional distress to challenging behaviour or medical emergencies, and call emergency services if necessary. Training will be provided. 

• Overseeing safety and security – Take responsibility for the overall safety and security of the shelter during your shift, ensuring guests, staff, and volunteers are safe and supported at all times. 

• Following procedures – Help make sure the shelter’s policies and procedures are understood and put into practice during the shift. 

• Shift handover – Provide a clear handover at the end of your shift so the overnight team has all the information they need. 

• Shelter van – Drive the van from its parking location to the shelter at the start of the shift, keep it tidy, and carry out basic stock checks before departure, reporting any shortages for restocking. 

• Keeping accurate records – Record attendance, incidents, and observations using our iPad-based In-Form system so colleagues have up-to-date information. 

• Working with the casework team – Share relevant information about guests’ welfare and needs to support follow-up work. 

• Supporting practical needs – Assist the casework team with practical tasks related to guests’ day-to-day needs as requested. 

• Attending meetings and training – Join monthly shelter meetings and other training or team sessions as required. 

• Supervision meetings – Take part in regular supervision meetings with the Service Manager. 

• Pitching in where needed – From time to time, take on other reasonable tasks to help the shelter run smoothly. 

Person Specification

Essential: 

• A valid manual driving licence and be willing to drive the Glass Door van. 

• Experience working with people experiencing homelessness or other vulnerable groups. 

• A genuine commitment to providing a high standard of service and treating everyone with respect, kindness, and dignity. 

• The ability to lead a small team confidently, including during challenging or fast-changing situations, while keeping a calm and professional approach. 

• Confidence in handling challenging behaviour calmly and respectfully. 

• Strong written and verbal communications skills. 

• The ability to carry out manual handling tasks, such as moving supplies and equipment. 

Desirable: 

• The ability to speak another language, for example Arabic, Tigrinya, Amharic, Polish, Spanish, French, or Russian. 

• A lived experience of homelessness. 

• An understanding of, and commitment to, trauma-informed care. 

• Relevant training such as first aid, fire safety, conflict de-escalation, or Mental Health First Aid. 

Other 

• Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check for adults. 

• You’ll be expected to follow Glass Door’s safeguarding policies and procedures. 

• A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of your work. 

We value diversity, promote equality and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of homelessness. 

Ageing Well Support Coordinator (Maternity Cover)
Working within Impact Initiatives’ Ageing Well service

Job reference: AWSC/Aug25

Part-time: 18 hours per week

Starting salary: Band 3, Scale Point 13 - £26,994 FTE, pro rata

Temporary contract – maternity cover

Incentives: Generous holiday allowance and stakeholder pension

Are you passionate about supporting older people to live healthy, connected, and fulfilling lives?

We’re looking for an organised, people-focused Support Coordinator to join our Ageing Well Information, Help and Advice Team (IHAT) in Brighton & Hove.

In this varied role, you’ll respond to enquiries from older people, carers, and professionals, provide clear and accurate information, and promote activities, services, and health initiatives that help people age well. You’ll also build partnerships with community organisations, coordinate promotional activities and events, and help deliver the annual Ageing Well Festival.

You’ll be working in a supportive and collaborative team, contributing to service improvements and ensuring our information is always up-to-date, relevant, and accessible.

We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, particularly people from minoritised communities and those with lived experience relevant to this role.

We’re keen to hear from people with:

• Strong communication skills and a friendly, professional manner
• Experience of managing a varied workload and working as part of a team
• An understanding of ageing and the issues it can bring
• Experience of promoting services or organising events
• The ability to maintain accurate administrative and monitoring systems

An understanding of dementia or knowledge of services and activities for older people in Brighton & Hove is welcome but not essential.

We’re a flexible, supportive employer. We’re happy to discuss any access needs, working pattern requests, or adjustments that would help you thrive in this role.

Why join us?

Impact Initiatives is a Brighton-based charity with a strong reputation for supporting people of all ages across Sussex. Our Ageing Well service offers activities, information, and advice that help older people stay active, connected, and healthy.

You’ll be joining a values-led team with regular supervision, supportive management, and opportunities for development.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and the successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

Closing date: 5.00pm, Thursday 2nd October 2025
Interviews: To be confirmed

For further details and to apply please visit our jobs page on our website

Senior Finance Business Partner: £80,000 - £92,000 | Birmingham | Hybrid

For Europe's largest infrastructure project, we are recruiting a Senior Finance Business Partner to drive accountability and focus on cost control for the Corporate Services Directorate. This is a key role measuring and reporting on financial performance and promoting effective decision-making of direct and indirect costs. Reporting to the Head of Finance Business Partnering and providing oversight, control and direction to a team of up to 4 Finance Business Partners, this role is key in ensuring the financial targets and value for money are met.

Main Duties:

• Manage, and develop the Finance Business Partner team to embed and drive a cost control and productivity focused culture across the directorate
• Lead the business case development process - reviewing and challenging funding requests to ensure they represent value for money
• Support business performance management, enabling senior executives to effectively manage their budgets
• Manage a diverse range of stakeholder groups with competing priorities and deliver tactical productivity initiatives across business areas
• Interpret and provide insightful analysis from management reports to enable effective decision-making processes across the senior management team
• Oversee the month-end financial close, preparing accounts, completing monthly analysis, variance analysis and assurance of reporting packs
• Support the business through annual business planning and budgeting. Provide quarterly re-forecasts working with non-finance executives
• Submit cash flows for business areas to supporting funding requirements
• Identify and implement process improvements, and drive the adoption of consistent reporting and financial processes across the finance business partnering, commercia and programme teams
• Provide first-class business partnering support to the business, reviewing and challenging forecasts and variances

Person Specification:

• Qualified accountant with strong experience of leading and managing finance business partnering teams
• Experience leading annual business planning and budget setting processes in complex, matrix managed organisations - ideally infrastructure programmes.
• Strong skills in business partnering key executive level stakeholder groups including planning, procurement, contract management and HR teams.
• Ability to critically review and challenge forecasts, assessing affordability, value for money and the impact om programme delivery

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As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

Appointment of Chief Executive: The Unicorn Preservation Society (HMS Unicorn)

 Salary: £65,000 + benefits (18-month contract)

Place of Work:HMS Unicorn, South Victoria Dock Road, Dundee DD1 3BP

The Unicorn Preservation Society, known as UPS, is an exceptional charity responsible for a unique and precious 200-year-old heritage asset: HMS Unicorn. The UPS was formed in 1968 to conserve and preserve HMS Unicorn as a Museum and Heritage Asset. The Society operates and maintains HMS Unicorn as a museum and vibrant visitor attraction in Dundee.

We are in one of the most exciting phases in the history of the ship readying it for migration to a sustainable, secure berth.  UPS raised c£1m funding various preliminary works and investigations.  These preliminary works and investigations were essential to develop the evidence needed for applications for major funding that will ultimately see the ship as an integral part of Dundee’s exciting water-front development.

During 2023, the Society was awarded major funding of more than £1m to undertake hull significant strengthening work as a precursor to being moved into her new home.  More recently, the NLHF has awarded c£800k of Development funding to plan Delivery of HMS Unicorn into a secure location, subject to match funding,

The Society is looking for a committed individual who can provide both strategic and operational management by promoting a compelling vision of UPS’ strategy to stakeholders & partners and by providing effective leadership to the UPS staff and maintaining strong relations with funders, external partners and beneficiaries.

The successful candidate will:

• Empathise with the vision, mission and aims of the Society to inspire others
• Have excellent communication skills
• Engage with a diverse range of stakeholders across a wide range of backgrounds and interests
• High level of business acumen
• Experience of working with public sector funders
• Prioritise & deliver on a multitude of different activities
• Motivate the staff team
• Exercise sound and independent judgement Ideally have a good understanding of the principle of  heritage conservation and a track record of delivering major projects in heritage

Please download further details of the position from our website:

For an informal confidential discussion call Richard Evans or Sean Bonnington

Apply online with a full Curriculum Vitae detailing your skills and experience together with a 2 page Covering Letter clearly outlining your motivation to undertake the role and how you meet the competencies required for the position as stated in the Person Specification.

Closing date for applications: 10 October 2025

Long List interviews: 13 – 23 October 2025

Final Panel Interviews:                     30 October 2025

Start Date: 1 February 2026

To find out more visit The Unicorn Preservation Society website                                                                     

This is an exciting role in a unique organisation.  Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students’ unions in the UK and the world.  We aim to build a vibrant and empowered student community with real influence in UCL and beyond, that enables students to enjoy their time at university; pursue their interests and passions; see the world in new ways; and develop the skills and experience to change the world for the better.

We are a registered charity employing over 100 career staff and 300 student staff, delivering a wide range of services and representative functions for UCL students. We have the widest portfolio of services of any student organisation in the country, managing UCL’s extracurricular programmes for sport, music, drama, dance, media, volunteering, academic societies and intercultural engagement; providing a wide range of fantastic social spaces; leading on student democracy and representation across UCL; and offering excellent student support services.

It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL’s groundbreaking new Student Life Strategy. This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students’ mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students’ skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community.

We support hybrid working. Excellent benefits including defined benefit pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. We are proud of high levels of staff engagement and pride ourselves on being a great place to work. 

We are looking for a Sports Development Manager (Clubs and Performance) to lead a high performing team, delivering support for our TeamUCL clubs and performance sport programmes. 

The role is a full time and permanent contract. This role is based at our Bloomsbury campus with flexibility to work from home on a 40/60 basis (40% working from the office). The role necessitates travel to our UCL East Campus and meetings/events on campus and across London. We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible, and job share basis wherever possible.

Do you have experience of managing and supporting staff to deliver organisational objectives? Do you have an in-depth knowledge of university sport, and the wider HE sport and physical activity landscape? If the answer is yes, then we want to hear from you.

Our ideal candidate will have proven success in delivering large scale events, experience of developing clubs and performance sport programmes and a clear understanding of relevant health and safety process. 

Location: Romford (Head Office)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Working Pattern: Hybrid 
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £28,028

About the Role
We are supporting a national health charity to recruit an organised and proactive Administrator to join a small and dedicated team. This is a varied and vital role, central to ensuring the smooth running of the charity’s office and operations. Working closely with the Finance and Resource Manager, you will provide executive assistance, office management, and administrative support across departments, while also acting as the first point of contact for general office enquiries.

Key Responsibilities:
Executive and Leadership Support

• Provide diary management and meeting coordination support to the CEO and Senior Leadership Team.
• Assist with project work, such as preparing documents and sending surveys via email or post.

Meetings and Events

• Organise and coordinate meetings and events, including travel, accommodation, venues, catering, and mailings.
• Liaise with colleagues and external attendees to ensure smooth logistics and communications.
• Support the planning of Team and Trustee Away Days.

Office Facilities

• Maintain office supplies and oversee the office environment.
• Liaise with suppliers and contractors for building and cleaning maintenance.

HR and Finance Administration

• Support with staff holiday and absence records (e.g. BreatheHR).
• Assist with SharePoint intranet updates and internal communications.
• Help with banking tasks, invoices, and receipts.
• Provide administration support for grant processes.

General Administration

• Professionally handle incoming phone calls and act as first point of contact for office enquiries.
• Support the fundraising team with mailouts.
• Manage incoming and outgoing post, couriers, and digital filing.
• Work with the Finance and Resource Manager to streamline processes.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in an administrative or office support role, ideally across multiple teams.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive/confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Experience coordinating meetings or events.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a mission-driven charity and contribute directly to improving lives across the UK.

As a specialist recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all sections of the community. We support candidates throughout their recruitment journey.

Finance Manager

Location: London (Hybrid – 4 days office / 1 day home)

Salary: £55,000 + generous benefits

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Posted by: Peter O'Sullivan, Hays Senior Finance

The Organisation

The Methodist Ministers’ Housing Society (MMHS) provides housing and support for retired Methodist ministers and their families across the UK. Rooted in a Christian ethos of care and compassion, MMHS manages a national portfolio of properties and is committed to ensuring its residents feel secure, respected, and supported in retirement.

MMHS operates with an annual income of approximately £5.7 million, primarily from investments, charitable activities, and donations. Excitingly, new initiatives are planned for 2026, including enhanced wellbeing support and a new area of mission to address needs in the wider world.

The Role

MMHS is seeking a Finance Manager to lead on the production of monthly management accounts, financial forecasting, and day-to-day financial operations. Reporting to the Director of Finance, ICT and Investments, you’ll play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

- Preparing monthly management accounts and supporting year-end financial statements

- Supporting budget holders with forecasting and financial planning

- Managing accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and fixed asset registers

- Overseeing cashflow, banking, and investment transactions

- Supporting the audit process and ensuring compliance with HMRC and statutory requirements

- Contributing to process improvements and financial reporting enhancements

The Person

You’ll be a qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA) with approx. five years’ experience in a finance or accountancy setting. You’ll be confident working independently, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing a broad range of financial responsibilities.

You’ll bring:

- Strong Excel and IT skills

- A proactive, diligent approach to problem-solving

- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a range of stakeholders

- A collaborative mindset and a willingness to support others

Experience in housing or the third sector is desirable but not essential.

What’s in it for You

MMHS offers a generous benefits package and a supportive working culture, including:

- Up to 16% employer pension contribution

- 4x salary life cover and critical illness cover

- 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 with tenure, plus 3 discretionary days over Christmas

- Flexible start and finish times

- Learning & development budget

- Season ticket loan and contribution towards eye tests/glasses

How to Apply

This role is being managed by Peter O'Sullivan at Hays Senior Finance. For a confidential discussion or to request the full job pack, please get in touch via LinkedIn or email.

Advert closing: 09th Ocobter

Shortlisting: 13th October

Interivews: 20th October

We’re looking for a well organised, commercially orientated, strategic leader to join us as our Head of Centres & Events

Location: The Southville Centre, Beauley Road, Bristol.

Contract Type: Permanent.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week.

Salary: £38,987.69 per annum.

Holidays: 31 days including Bank Holidays, plus additional long-service leave (capped).

Benefits: Pension scheme, subsidised under-fives childcare, employee assistance programme, training and development opportunities.

Closing Date: Monday 29th September.

Interviews: First interviews week commencing 6th October (probably Thursday 9th October), second stage task-based interview w/c 13th October (probably Thursday 16th October).

This is a rewarding opportunity to lead the development of this new department which is focused on providing excellent experiences and opportunities within our Community Centres for local people, in ways that generate income, and helps support the financial sustainability of the charity. You will shape and grow our Community Centre offers, focusing on what local people value and would like to have available within our centres, whilst upholding the charity’s values and long-term vision.

Reporting to the CEO, this position is responsible for leading our Centres & Events Team, which includes the Facilities Team (who maintain and develop our buildings), the Front of House Team (who welcome people and provide information, along with managing room hire), our community Events Manager, our Catering & Café Teams, plus Design & Communications Team.

As part of our Senior Management Team, you will also help shape the wider strategy and culture of the organisation, working cross-departmentally and contributing to the development of our annual budgets.

Who we are

We are a well-established charity and community anchor organisation, based across two sites in Southville and Bedminster. Through our centres, café, nursery, and community programmes, we work to improve the wellbeing, health, happiness, and sense of belonging of people living in the BS3 postcode area.

We’re passionate about helping our staff grow, whether that’s through professional development or creating space to thrive in their roles.

Who you are

You are a systems and process-orientated leader, able to bring teams together to create a cohesive, efficient and effective whole. You bring:

• Strong leadership, organisational, commercial and communication skills.
• Experience in organising diverse areas of operation and developing efficient systems and processes.
• An ability to empower others to lead and make decisions.
• Creativity and confidence to develop new offers in response to local needs.
• A desire to support the financial sustainability of the charity.

Your ability to develop efficient, effective and integrated systems and processes with your teams, as well as to identify offers that local people will engage with, value and pay for within our Community Centres, will be essential to your success in this role.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

At BS3 Community Development, we are committed to ensuring Equality of opportunity and access, celebrating Diversity, and promoting Inclusion and Belonging. This commitment is vital, not only for our service users, but for our staff and the community we serve.

Your new company

This is a values-led, not-for-profit organisation with a strong social purpose: to provide high-quality, affordable homes for people across London. With a large portfolio of homes, the organisation reinvests its commercial success into supporting communities and tackling housing inequality.

Your new role

As Finance Systems Manager, you'll lead the day-to-day operations of the Finance Systems function, ensuring the smooth running and optimisation of core platform Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O).

You'll manage a small team of analysts, act as the subject matter expert, and collaborate with stakeholders across Finance, IT, and the wider business to drive continuous improvement and ensure systems are aligned with organisational needs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading BAU (Business-as-Usual) operations of Finance IT systems, ensuring stability, performance, and user support.
• Administering and enhancing Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O and related platforms.
• Managing and mentoring finance systems analysts, fostering a culture of learning and development.
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Supporting reporting and audit processes.
• Driving efficiency across system interfaces and recommending enhancements.

What you'll need to succeed

• Demonstrable experience managing Finance IT systems, specifically Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations.
• Proven track record of running a BAU Finance Systems function (not project-based).
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and influence across departments.
• A CCAB-recognised accounting qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

What you'll get in return

• Up to £85,000 salary.
• Permanent or long-term FTC options.
• 25 days + 3 days Christmas closure (+2 additional days after 2 years.
• Contributory pension scheme, 10.8% employer contribution
• Hybrid working: 2 days per week in the office

What you need to do now
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The Organisation

Airmic is a not-for-profit association with an annual income of approximately £3 million. They are the UK and Ireland's largest risk management and insurance association, supporting over 450 corporate members and more than 2,000 individuals. Their work includes events, learning, networking, and research, delivered in collaboration with leading partners and academic institutions. Operating primarily from the UK with a growing presence in Ireland, all team members contribute to the successful delivery of their flagship Annual Conference & Exhibition.

The Job

This newly created role will be a key part of Airmic’s small Finance team, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, managing the Accounts Executive and working collaboratively within the wider Airmic team. The Head of Finance will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial data, and monthly reporting, budget monitoring and year-end accounts.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing invoicing, payments, and reconciliations
• Preparing UK and Irish VAT returns
• Supporting the annual audit and year-end accounts
• Producing monthly budget reports and management accounts
• Monitoring cash flow and liaising with asset managers
• Deputising for the COO when required
• Contributing to system improvements
• Acting as Secretary to Airmic’s Finance and Audit Committees

The Person

We’re looking for a qualified accountant, with five years’ relevant experience, preferably within a membership/professional body or other small organisation.

You’ll bring:

• Strong financial systems and Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking
• A methodical, organised approach and strong time management
• A collaborative mindset and high-level communication skills
• A proactive attitude to improving systems and processes

What’s in it for You

Salary: £65,000 - £70,000

Contract: Full-time, permanent (35 hours/week)

Location: Hybrid – 2 days/week in our City of London office (Marlow House), with Tuesday as a core office day

Employee Benefits Package:

• Discretionary performance bonus
• Annual Leave: 27 days (rising to 30 days with service)
• Pension: 7.5% employer contribution, with a minimum 5% employee contribution
• Life Assurance: 4x salary
• Income Protection: Up to 75% of salary after 6 months’ incapacity
• Private Medical Insurance: Bupa
• Dental Cover: Bupa dental plan
• Wellness Programme: Discretionary benefits

What to Do Now

If you’re interested in joining a purpose-driven organisation with a collaborative culture, please apply now.

This role is being managed by Peter O'Sullivan at Hays Senior Finance.

Shortlisting: 7th October

Interviews: w/c 13th October

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a national charity to recruit for an Owned Events Lead to join ambitious and growing fundraising team. This is your chance to shape an exciting portfolio of in house and virtual events, from large scale participation experiences.

In this hands on role, you’ll lead the full lifecycle of the charity owned fundraising events, including planning, delivery, supporter acquisition, safety, budgeting, and post event analysis. You’ll take ownership of flagship events and help develop new products from concept to delivery, with an emphasis on insight driven decisions and supporter experience.

As an Owned Events Lead you will:

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of owned and virtual fundraising events, including logistics, health & safety, supplier coordination, supporter comms, and evaluation.
• Plan and deliver large scale in person events, managing everything from risk assessments to on the day execution.
• Develop and grow virtual campaigns using insight, behavioural science, and digital best practice.
• Collaborate with teams across innovation, digital, comms and supporter experience to ensure joined up, high performing events.
• Own event budgets, tracking ROI, reforecasting, and using data to inform decisions.
• Lead on supporter acquisition strategies, including paid digital advertising, grassroots promotion, and audience segmentation.
• Create personalised, multi-channel stewardship journeys that deepen engagement.
• Continuously evaluate event performance, capturing insight to evolve and improve future delivery.

To be successful, you must have experience:

• Experience on leading the delivery of fundraising or public facing events, including virtual formats.
• Proven success managing all aspects of event delivery, including safety, logistics, and supplier relationships.
• Experience launching new fundraising products using insight and test and learn methods.
• Knowledge of digital marketing (PPC, paid social) and audience targeting.
• Strong budget management skills with a commercial mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multi-stakeholder projects and manage external agencies.

Skills & Attributes:

• Creative, proactive and insight led, with a drive to innovate and improve.
• A confident project manager, able to juggle priorities in a fast paced environment.
• Clear understanding of behavioural communications across digital channels (email, WhatsApp, SMS, face to face).
• Adaptable, collaborative and resilient — able to stay calm under pressure and deliver to deadlines.

Salary: £37,000-£41,000 per annum

Location:  London, hybrid working , 2 days in the office

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: on rolling basis  

Interview: TBC

Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.