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Senior Trust Fundraiser – Make an Impact That Lasts
Employer: Kids
Location: Remote (with opportunities to visit our services and attend in-person meetings, events, and networking with colleagues and partners)
Salary: £36,400
Hours: Full-time (36 hrs/week) – 4 days/week (28.8 hrs) considered
Contract: Permanent
Experience: Proven track record of securing funding from trusts and foundations
Are you a passionate storyteller who can turn great ideas into compelling cases for support?
If you’re motivated by making a tangible difference and want to work in a supportive, collaborative, and purpose-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.
At Kids, we believe every disabled child and young person should have the opportunity to thrive. As our Senior Trust Fundraiser, you’ll play a vital role in making that happen—helping us secure the funding that powers life-changing projects.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading on exciting funding bids and growing relationships with a diverse portfolio of funders.
- Working closely with passionate colleagues across Kids to shape innovative, fundable projects that align with our mission.
- Building meaningful, long-term relationships with existing supporters, showing them the real-life impact of their generosity.
- Producing high-quality, inspiring reports that highlight the stories, numbers, and voices behind our work.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has at least two years’ experience in trust fundraising and understands the sector.
- Writes with clarity, warmth, and impact—able to distil complex ideas into persuasive proposals.
- Feels confident with budgets and can talk openly about charity finances.
- Thrives in building relationships—whether with funders, service delivery teams, or senior leaders.
- Is adaptable, tenacious, and ready to take on a competitive fundraising landscape with creativity and drive.
Why Join Kids?
We’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community. We care about your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance. Here’s what we offer:
The Good Stuff/Benefits
- Join a company that truly cares about your wellbeing
- Enjoy an enviable annual leave package, starting at a generous 25 days and growing each year up to 30 days.
- Option to buy an additional 5 days holiday.
- Enjoy your entitlement to Bank Holidays.
- We've got your back with Maternity and Paternity Pay.
- Rest easy knowing you're covered with our Death in Service plan.
- Invest in your pension plan with the option to top it up knowing that Kids is also contributing 3%.
- Achieve work-life harmony with flexible hours tailored to your needs.
- Unlock exclusive discounts by taking up membership of a perks discount site
- Spread the word and reap the rewards with our enticing "Recommend a Friend" scheme.
- Access confidential support and expert guidance 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme, helping you navigate both personal and professional challenges.
- Take care of yourself with Company Sick Pay which you are entitled to from your first day.
- 5 days of paid family/carers leave.
- Salary sacrifice schemes available
- Develop your mentoring skills by either being a mentor or signing up for our mentoring programme.
- Expand your horizons with Kids’ online learning platforms, offering a wealth of professional courses for your personal and career development.
- Apprenticeship programmes available for employees
- Benefit from a colleague engagement programme enabling your voice to be heard.
- Lean on us during difficult times with Bereavement Leave.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds
Whether you’ve worked for a national charity, a local organisation, or in another fundraising context, if you meet the criteria and share our commitment to equality and inclusion, we’d love you to apply. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented communities in fundraising, including disabled, LGBTQ+, and ethnically diverse candidates.
Ready to apply?
View the full job description and submit your application. Tell us in your supporting statement how your skills and experiences match what we’re looking for—and why you’re excited about joining Kids
Please note that we may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
National Programme Coordinator
Salary: £28,000 per annum
Location: London (EC1) with flexible hybrid working
Deadline: 11 September 2025, 17:00
Interview Dates: 25–26 September (online), 2 October (in-person)
Are you highly organised, proactive, and passionate about supporting young people’s development through skills training and competitions?
WorldSkills UK is looking for a National Programme Coordinator to join our Operations team. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in planning and delivering our national skills competitions programme, supporting our mission to embed world-class training standards across the UK.
You’ll coordinate logistics, events, communications and systems that make our programmes run smoothly - from booking venues to working with competition organisers and supporting inclusion projects.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative, purpose-driven team that champions excellence, innovation and inclusion in technical education. If you're detail-focused, solutions-oriented, and ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Project and Policy Officer
Job Description and Person Specification
Job title Project and Policy Officer
Hours 35 hours per week
Salary £27,000
Location Hybrid
Reports to Policy Manager
National Voices
Making what matters to people matter in health and care
National Voices is the leading coalition of health and social care charities in England. We have more than 200 members covering a diverse range of health conditions and communities, connecting us with the experiences of millions of people. We work together to strengthen the voice of people: patients, service users, carers, their families, and the voluntary organisations that work for them.
Our Vision:
People shaping their health and care.
Our Mission:
We advocate for more inclusive and person-centred health and care, shaped by the people who use and need it the most.
We do this by:
· Understanding and advocating for what matters to people especially those living with ill health and groups who experience inequalities
· Finding common cause across communities and conditions by working with member charities and those they support
· Connecting and convening charities, decision makers and citizens to work together to change health and care for good.
· Working flexibly across National Voices organisation to deliver high quality and high value projects and outputs that advocate for our members’ needs and those they represent
The Role
The purpose of the Project and Policy Officer role is to:
- Provide vital project management support to substantial and often fast-paced projects that National Voices runs across its whole organisation including the policy and external affairs team and the evidence and improvement team
- Assist senior members of the policy team to develop policy projects and outputs which support the adoption and spread of equitable and person-centred health and care services.
- Work with voluntary sector organisations and people with the greatest health and care needs to ensure they are engaged in National Voices’ work
Responsibilities
Project organisation and administrative
· Support and coordinate the project management of significant projects, across the whole organisation including the policy and external affairs team and the evidence and improvement team.
· Maintain records of activity, finances and minutes etc as required.
· Lead on collating evidence of activity and its impact to support evaluation.
· Support the planning and facilitation of online and in person events such as working days and webinars.
· Support stakeholder management, particularly via email and diary management using electronic systems.
· Maintain lists of stakeholders and contacts to aid dissemination and networking.
Insight, engagement and communication
· Work with voluntary sector organisations and people with the greatest health needs in the coordination and support of workshops, focus groups and in-depth interviews.
· Read and analyse the influencing work our members do (reports, events) and share content with the National Voices team, spot and make connections.
· Connect with policy and influencing colleagues in member organisations, sharing our work with members.
· Work with senior members of the team to deliver timely and effective Heads of Policy meetings and Members’ Briefings on strategic topics within health and care.
· Identify, monitor and evaluate policy issues and assist senior members of the team to formulate and draft new policy positions, consultation responses, reports, briefings and other policy and public affairs documents that capture agreed positions.
· Support and develop the communication of project outcomes and outputs working closely with National Voices Policy and Communications manager.
General
· Support National Voices on a wider set of activities where required in response to capacity or demand.
· Assist senior members of the team on a range of short-term and long-term policy and insight projects, and scoping and developing ideas for future projects.
· Support good project, financial and data management.
· Take a pro-active approach to including our members and people with lived experience in all areas of our work.
· Follow processes set out to measure, monitor and communicate the impact of our work.
· Contribute to the team’s planning activities and undertake other relevant duties as appropriate.
Person Specification
Values, attitudes and behaviours
· Passionate about National Voices’ mission and work.
· Proactive, flexible and responsive that enjoys the challenge of working cross-organisationally and on simultaneous projects
· Comfortable working in a team, and across organisational teams, as well as under own initiative.
· Able to think and act creatively to solve problems and challenges.
· Committed to reducing inequality and embracing diversity.
· Calm under pressure and able to work to tight deadlines.
· A self-starter with drive, ambition and a creative approach.
· Comfortable with a range of views and perspectives and keen to make connections and build relationships.
Skills and abilities
· Excellent relationship and stakeholder management skills.
· Strong communication skills, used to speaking with a wide range of people.
· Strong organisational and project management skills, including demonstrable ability to prioritise workload and maintain quality.
· Experience of creating, preparing for and facilitating events and workshops.
· Proactive and able to anticipate, plan and prepare in advance of requests.
· Strong listening skills and ability to identify themes within interviews, focus groups and workshops.
· Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office programmes, Hubspot, online conference/meeting software and more.
· Experience of working under pressure and to deadlines in a high performing team.
Experience, knowledge and understanding
· A good understanding of the health policy landscape, how health and care are commissioned, regulated, funded and delivered in England and/or a good understanding of the policy issues relevant to health and care charities.
· Experience of communicating with people and organisations to ensure projects meet agreed milestones
· Value listening to people with experience and the benefit of a diversity of views
Our approach to hybrid working
We recognise the importance of coming together regularly, in-person, as a team, so we can share learnings and spend social time with each other. We also recognise that people need flexibility, and that homeworking enables focused work and can fit well in people’s lives.
We ask all staff to take part in pre-arranged team meetings which take place every six weeks in our office space. We also might ask you to meet in-person with members of your team from time to time, or to be available for face-to-face meetings with clients and partners where this enhances the work.
We assume that this would usually not amount to more than one day per fortnight for people who work full time.
We are happy to discuss how this sits in your life. This can be agreed by your line manager.
Equality and inclusion
As reflected in our Equality Action Plan, we are committed to being a truly diverse organisation. We want to ensure that our trustees, staff members, lived experience partners and volunteers come from a wide range of backgrounds, each bringing their own unique perspectives and experiences. We want to ensure that everyone feels heard and is fully able to participate and thrive.
We currently have an under-representation from people from racial and ethnic minority backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQ+ and disabled people and so would particularly welcome applications from people from these groups.
We welcome applications from people who have been in contact with the criminal justice system. For some roles, you may be asked to undergo a basic or enhanced DBS check, but you will only be deemed ineligible for roles which relate to any offences on your criminal record.
We have a range of benefits in place to ensure everyone can thrive, for example:
· We are a Disability Confident employer
· We offer enhanced parental and sickness leave
· We offer flexible working wherever possible
· We provide our employees with an annual wellbeing allowance
· And much more
Find out more: Our Benefits and Workplace Policies.
How to apply
Please apply by 12th September 2025. We will let you know the outcome of your application by 16th September. Interviews will be held on 23rd and 25th September online
Please note, we will be blind shortlisting all applications, so we ask you not to include your name in your application. If also ask you fill in an equality monitoring form, if you choose to do so these responses will remain anonymous.
If you are invited to interview, we will ask you about any reasonable adjustments you will need to be able to participate. We will share interview questions in advance of the interview. If you require any adjustments at any stage of your application, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our Director of Finance and Operations, Matthew Haslehurst, email can be found on our website or JD PDF below.
Please apply by 12/09/2025. We will let you know the outcome of your application by 16/09/2025. Interviews will be held on 23rd & 25th September online.
Please note, we will be blind shortlisting all applications, so we ask you not to include your name in your application. If also ask you fill in an equality monitoring form, if you choose to do so these responses will remain anonymous.
If you are invited to interview, we will ask you about any reasonable adjustments you will need to be able to participate. We will share interview questions in advance. If you require any adjustments at any stage of your application, please get in touch with our Director of Finance&Operations, Matthew Haslehurst, email found on our website or JD PDF below.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Rainbow Migration is the longest-running charity in Europe dedicated to supporting LGBTQI+ people through the asylum and immigration system and has been campaigning for their rights since 1993. We are recruiting a Senior Casework and Service Coordinator to assist the Support Services Manager, provide guidance and advice to colleagues, and manage incoming queries from service users. This role is ideally suited to an experienced caseworker looking to take the next step in their career.
Rainbow Migration has grown in recent years from a small charity generating £200k income in 2019 to £1M in 2024. The Senior Casework and Service Coordinator is a new role that will take on some of the responsibilities of the Support Services Manager, freeing the manager up to work on service development and strategic matters.
Responsibilities include:
· Managing systems for incoming service user inquiries
· Casework for service users with the most complex needs or challenges
· Facilitating complex case discussions with colleagues and providing support and guidance
· Ensuring accurate reporting on service delivery outputs, outcomes and trends
· Assisting the Support Services Manager to implement changes in the service
Rainbow Migration’s vision is that LGBTQI+ people can settle in the UK and lead fulfilling lives. Our values are:
· Safety: We believe everyone should be safe from persecution and safe to be themselves. We strive to create a safe workplace culture, and we place importance on the wellbeing of everyone involved with Rainbow Migration.
· Integrity: We are thorough and honest in everything we do, and we take responsibility for our actions. We want to be accountable to our communities and those who support us.
· Belonging: We welcome and include all LGBTQI+ people, and we celebrate and value their range of experience in terms of gender, religion, race, age, disability status and class. We try to remove obstacles to participation, champion equality and promote a sense of family or home through our services.
· Respect: We believe that every person is equal and deserves the same level of courtesy, care, and attention. We respect the rights, wishes and feelings of our service users, and campaign for their rights to be respected as they go through the asylum and immigration system.
Diversity, inclusion and anti-oppression
At Rainbow Migration, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. We consider all qualified applicants, consistent with any legal requirements.
We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the community we work in and welcome applications from candidates who have been through the UK asylum system and people of colour, who are currently underrepresented among our staff in relation to our service users.
We are also reviewing what we do and how we do it through an anti-oppression and anti-racism lens, as well as investing in being more informed and led by LGBTQI+ people who have sought asylum.
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for anyone considered as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 if they meet all the necessary criteria in the person specification. If you wish to qualify under this scheme, please make this clear when applying.
We send a selection of questions in advance of job interviews to give applicants more thinking time. You are welcome to take notes in interviews to help process information. If your interview is online, we can also put questions in the meeting chat. Please let us know if we can make other adjustments to support your interview process.
Role overview
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week). Working part-time (minimum 28 hours) will be considered. Occasional work in the evenings and at weekends may be required but with plenty of notice. Rainbow Migration encourages staff to maintain a good work life balance and has a TOIL system in place.
Salary: Starting at £36,994 with potential annual step increases up to £41,315 (pro rata if working part time), plus statutory employer’s pension contribution. In addition to an annual step increase, we consider giving a separate inflationary increase every April.
Location: Rainbow Migration’s wheelchair accessible offices are based between Vauxhall and the Oval, London. This role will have an office-based contract but the postholder can choose to work from home for part of the week in agreement with their line manager as per our hybrid working policy. You must be available to work from our offices in London when necessary. The successful candidate would also be welcome to work from the office full-time if that is their preference. At the time of posting this advert, staff mostly work from home. There might also be occasional travel outside London with plenty of notice. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Annual Leave: Initially 25 days per year. After two years of employment, this will increase by one day per year up to a maximum of 28 days (pro rata if working part-time).
Benefits:
· Two days of wellbeing leave to be taken at short notice in each calendar year (pro rata for part-time staff)
· Enhanced parental leave and pay
· Full pay for jury service (up to four weeks), compassionate leave (up to two weeks) and dependants’ leave (up to four days, pro rata for part-time staff)
· Separate salary step and inflationary increases considered every year
· TOIL system
· Hybrid working policy, including possibility of working abroad for 10 working days (pro rata for part-time staff) each year
· Policy on staff loans or salary advances for difficult times
· Work laptop and mobile phone
· Training and learning opportunities
· Occupational health assessments for disabled employees to understand how we can support and make reasonable adjustments
· Employee assistance programme which includes counselling service, wellness advice, legal and money advice, and other matters
· Clinical supervision for staff delivering services (a safe space with an independent therapist to offload and discuss feelings and challenges)
How to apply
Closing date: 9am 8 September 2025
Interview dates: Initial interviews will be 17 September 2025 by Zoom or Teams. A second round of face-to-face interviews in London will follow.
Please read the job description and person specification. If you have any questions about the role or would like to find out more before applying, then you can contact the line manager via the email address you will find in the Job Description.
Please send to the email address in the Job Description:
1. Your CV
2. A written statement (max 1,000 words). Instead of a written statement you may submit your statement by video or audio recording (max 8 minutes)
We would also be grateful if you could complete the optional monitoring form (link in the Job Description).
In your statement, please:
1. Explain why you are interested in this role and give examples of how you meet the person specification. In addition to what is on your CV, we want to hear about any relevant skills and experience that demonstrate you meet the necessary (and, where applicable, advantageous) criteria for the role. Skills and experience could be from training, volunteering, interests or life experience
2. Confirm if you wish to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme for anyone considered as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 (physical or mental impairment that has a ‘substantial’ and ‘long-term’ effect on your ability to do normal daily activities)
3. State how many hours a week you wish to work and if you have a preferred pattern
4. Explain if you have used AI to help with your application in any way and the reason why. While AI can be a helpful tool, we expect all applications to reflect your own experiences, qualifications and style of writing. Transparency is valued, so applications that are obviously written with AI without explanation will not be considered
By submitting an application, you:
1. Confirm that you have the right to work in the UK and will produce the necessary documentation if you are offered this post.
2. Declare that to the best of your knowledge and belief, the information provided in your application is true and correct and that you understand that any false information or statement given will justify your dismissal from Rainbow Migration if appointed.
3. Accept that owing to the nature of the work, if successful, you will be required to disclose all spent and unspent criminal records at the point of conditional job offer and subsequently to undergo an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check. See our website for more information.
We are proud to be a member of the Experts by Experience Employment Network, which aims to create a charitable sector that is led by people with lived experience of the asylum and immigration system. As part of this network, we challenge the one-size-fits-all approach in our employment practices and respect the personal circumstances and needs of people with lived experience.
If you are an expert by experience (a refugee or a migrant with direct, first-hand experience of issues and challenges of the UK asylum or immigration system), you can ask for independent and confidential support for your job application from the Experts by Experience Employment Network. Please complete the form you will find in the Job Description to request support and they will confirm if they can match you with a mentor to support your application.
Privacy notice
If you apply for this role, the information you provide will be processed according to Rainbow Migration's privacy policy (please see Job Description for a link to our website). Rainbow Migration will not share your information with any third parties unless part of the recruitment process or are legally required to do so. By applying, you are permitting Rainbow Migration to access and use the information for recruitment purposes. Rainbow Migration will store data on unsuccessful applicants for 12 months after the conclusion of the recruitment campaign. Monitoring information is kept separately and is pseudonymised to avoid identification of applicants. It is amalgamated for statistical purposes and the original data is then deleted after six months.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here.
The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.
About the role
The health information team produces high quality, accessible health and patient information for people affected by breast cancer or worried about their breast health. Our printed information is used by healthcare professionals across the UK and our online information includes over 200 webpages. For this new role, we’re looking for an organised and collaborative individual to support the administration functions in the team, communicate effectively with healthcare professionals and people affected by breast cancer and help monitor and report on the impact of our activity.
About you
You’re an excellent communicator with good customer services skills, who enjoys working with others. You’re organised and able to juggle multiple projects. You’ll ideally have experience of using Excel to show statistical information and are familiar with the use of a CRM database.
Job description and benefits
Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.
Primary location of role and hybrid working
This role is primarily based in our London office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home.
When applying
We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please contact the Breast Cancer Now Recruitment team
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.
Closing date
Tuesday 9 September 2025 9am
Interview date
18 and 19 September 2025
We reserve the right to close this advert early. Therefore, to avoid disappointment please submit your application as soon as possible, if you’re interested in this opportunity.
Talent Acquisition Administrator
Location: Vauxhall, Fully Remote
Salary: £25,207 per annum
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 2nd September 2025
Join a Team That’s Changing Lives
At Forward Trust, we do things differently. We’re a national charity with over 30 years of experience helping people break the cycles of addiction, crime, homelessness, and disadvantage. We believe everyone deserves a second chance and that lasting change is possible with the right support. Now, we’re looking for a Talent Acquisition Administrator to join our recruitment team and help us find the people who make our mission possible. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in being organised, and enjoys making processes run smoothly behind the scenes, this is a role where you can truly make an impact.
About the Role
You’ll be a key part of how we deliver a smooth, efficient, and welcoming recruitment experience for candidates, hiring managers, and new starters alike. Working closely with the Talent Acquisition Lead and Advisor, you’ll coordinate recruitment campaigns from start to finish, manage our Applicant Tracking System, and support onboarding processes. You’ll also have the chance to contribute to job fairs, recruitment campaigns, and employer branding projects. You’ll be joining a small, collaborative team that works remotely, with occasional meetups at our London Head Office for team days, planning sessions, and events.
This role is fully remote, working Monday to Friday with occasional travel.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Coordinating interviews, assessments, and offers using our ATS.
- Supporting hiring managers with job postings, shortlisting, and candidate communications
- Assisting with issuing contracts, collecting documentation, and initiating DBS and Right to Work checks
- Managing the recruitment inbox and handling candidate and hiring manager queries
- Maintaining accurate candidate records and documentation in line with GDPR
- Helping plan and support job fairs and recruitment events
- Working with our Communications team to support recruitment marketing and employer branding
- Providing admin support across the recruitment and onboarding journey
About You
We’re looking for someone with proven experience in a recruitment or HR administration role, who is confident managing the day-to-day demands of a busy recruitment function.
You’ll also be:
- Highly organised and detail-focused
- Confident communicating with people at all levels
- Able to prioritise and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable working independently as well as part of a close team
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Outlook, Excel, and Word)
- Experienced using an Applicant Tracking System (such as Eploy or similar)
- Enthusiastic about making recruitment efficient, inclusive, and candidate-friendly
About Us
We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community.
We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits:
- Flexible working
- Training and development opportunities
- Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional)
- Season Ticket Loan Scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Crisis Loan Scheme
- Electric Car Scheme
- 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees)
- Access to Blue Light Card
- 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
- Contributory Pension Scheme – Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years’ service and up to 9% thereafter
- Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary)
- Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria)
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
Job Description
Brent Mencap has been passionate about a healthier and fairer Brent since 1979. We’ve developed and run successful housing, employment, health, advice, wellbeing and self-advocacy services. During austerity and Covid we diversified, successfully taking on NHS work with people with long-term health conditions. We provide social prescribing support and health and wellbeing coaching to patients for Brent GPs. In 2024-5 we helped over 18000 people. We’re a leading partner on the Brent Health Educators Programme. Recently we’ve focused on developing and retaining a much larger staff group, using our data better and improving our marketing.
Brent Mencap offers fantastic free creative and wellbeing activities for people with a learning disability, autism and long-term health conditions. These have flourished since Covid. People love yoga, poetry, singing, gardening, Breathe and Move, self-advocacy, campaigning, awareness raising, CREATE art activities for young people, external trips and parties. Small grants, donations and our reserves fund this while we get longer term funding. Our self-advocates want us to focus on paid employment, youth services and making Brent Council use accessible information properly. People with a learning disability, neurodiversity and their family carers are inclusively supported by social prescribers for advice and by health educators/coaches for health-related matters if needed.
Our current Executive Director, who has led Brent Mencap so well for 25 years wants to retire. The successful candidate will build on Brent Mencap’s history, current success and potential so our long-term passion for a healthier and fairer Brent can evolve and improve the lives of Brent People. Are you the amazing successor to lead and inspire our talented, committed team?
We are looking for someone who
· Has the relevant voluntary sector experience, vision, determination and leadership skills
· Is committed to developing and supporting our diverse staff group
· Can see the bigger picture but also focuses on the important details
· Supports our ethos of person-centred service delivery and activities
· Can communicate well with users, partners, staff, trustees and funders
· Enjoys influencing and raising awareness
· Is entrepreneurial, savvy, confident and can maintain our current financial stability and diversify our income streams
· Understands the lived experience of disability, long term health conditions and inequality and wants to improve their lives
· Understands the importance of marketing and data to challenge inequality, promote positive change and attract new funds.
· Can prioritise reviewing and improving our data collection
· Can develop funding project plans that includes staffing for enhanced wellbeing and creative activities, for young people, employment related support and other identified needs
In addition, they will have to:
· Work with the Board of Trustees and staff to develop our vision, implement strategic plans and deliver agreed objectives
· Be able to ensure all aspects of our work are done safely, legally, in line with our articles/constitution and able to assess risks and mitigate them
· Be responsible for staff development, management and all aspects of the administration of the organisation
· Be an ambassador for Brent Mencap, meeting and working with leaders with statutory and voluntary sector, Royal Mencap and local Mencaps
· Represent the lived experiences and voices of people with learning disabilities, neurodivergence, long term conditions and their families who inform our work and the work of others in Brent
· Work late occasionally, attend evening events, meetings and occasional weekends and undertake any other necessary tasks as required to ensure Brent Mencap functions safely.
In order to deliver services effectively, a degree of flexibility is required and the post holder may be required to perform work not specifically referred to above. This job description will be subjected to review with the post holder, from time to time to ensure it accurately reflects the duties and range of the post.
This post is:
• subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure
• subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for a disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.
• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK
• Please note: Our office base is on the first floor of a Victorian building with steep stairs.
To be shortlisted,
· Candidates must fully complete our application form, and show clearly how their previous experience and knowledge meets all aspects of the person specification with examples given of actual actions/experience relating to the person specification. Please go to our website to complete the application by 9.00am on 28th August. We do not accept CVs
· Be prepared to visit Brent Mencap so key staff and self-advocates can meet them informally before the interview day or have a 60–90-minute Teams meeting with them. To arrange a face-to-face or Teams meet up on a Wednesday only please contact our office manager Simon via the website.
Interview details
· A 4-part Interview with senior staff, self-advocates, operational managers and trustees, will take place at Brent Mencap on Friday 5th or 12th September 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be given a paper-based scenario to complete and send to us on the Thursday before the interview
· We anticipate the full interviews will take 2.5 hours with a 30-minute break at some point.
Your new company
We are seeking an experienced Interim HR Business Partner to support a dynamic and design-led higher education institution during a period of organisational change. The role will deliver a professional, effective and valued HR business partnering service, supporting strategic goals through a blend of operational and strategic HR activity. The postholder will lead on complex employee relations matters, organisational development initiatives, and workforce planning projects.
Job Title: Interim HR Business Partner Department: People & Culture Reporting to: Deputy Director of People & Culture Contract Type: Fixed-Term / Interim (3-6 months) London
Role PurposeTo deliver a professional, effective and valued HR business partnering service, supporting strategic goals through a blend of operational and strategic HR activity. The postholder will lead on complex employee relations matters, organisational change initiatives, and workforce development projects.
Key Responsibilities Strategic HR Delivery
- Partner with senior leaders to enhance performance and efficiency aligned with organisational priorities
- Support change programmes including restructures, OD projects, and policy development
- Contribute to workforce planning and talent strategies
Employee Relations
- Lead and manage a range of ER cases, from routine to complex and high-risk
- Ensure fair, timely, and legally compliant resolution of cases
- Coach managers on case handling, policy application, and employment law
Policy & Compliance
- Ensure consistent application of HR policies and procedures
- Revise and update policies in line with best practice and legislative changes
- Escalate risks appropriately and ensure mitigation strategies are in place
Data & Insights
- Analyse workforce data (e.g. absence trends) to inform strategic decisions
- Collaborate with senior staff to develop improvement strategies
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to reporting
Person Specification Essential
- Proven experience in HR business partnering within higher education, public sector, or similar complex environments
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex ER cases and organisational change
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Desirable
- CIPD qualified or equivalent
- Experience in coaching and developing line managers
- Familiarity with HR systems and data analytics
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Join Clore Social Leadership as a pivotal member of our team dedicated to advancing justice, equity, diversity and inclusion.
Introduction
Clore Social Leadership is one of the UK’s most respected leadership development providers for social purpose and non-profit leaders. Through skills and development programmes, we support and invest in social leaders, enabling them to build the capabilities, confidence and resilience to transform their organisations, communities and the world around them.
Since 2010, we have supported over 5,000 individuals from nearly 3,800 social purpose organisations. Through our transformative skills and development programmes, we empower individuals from local grassroots initiatives to global organisations to become agents of change. In partnership, we have developed leadership programmes for people with lived and/or learned experience of racial inequalities, youth services, immigration systems, criminal justice systems, social immobility, homelessness, gender inequalities, health inequalities and climate change.
We aim to create a more equitable and inclusive society where individuals from all backgrounds have equal opportunities to lead, participate, and contribute to positive social change. The year ahead is particularly exciting as we aim to revive our strategic direction, deepen our partnerships, and build new opportunities for learning, collaboration and long-term impact.
Clore Social Leadership is partnering with Prospectus, a specialist recruitment consultancy, to recruit for this vacancy. As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Head of Finance & Operations to take ownership of all internal operations that ensure the organisation’s effectiveness, accountability, compliance, and resilience. This is a people- and process-focused role for someone who thrives on structure and order while keeping equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility at the heart of how things are done.
You will be a champion of systems, a confident financial lead, and a culture-first manager who ensures our internal structures serve our people, values and mission. You will not need to implement everything yourself, but will ensure our operational environment is fit for purpose, collaborative, inclusive and ready for scale.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management
- Lead the financial function with strategic oversight, supported by an external accountant.
- Manage the annual audit process, acting as the lead contact for external auditors and ensuring timely preparation, accuracy, and compliance.
- Provide high-quality financial modelling, forecasts, and budget support to the wider team.
- Produce timely reports and strategic recommendations to the CEO and Board.
- Support SLT with business modelling and income planning.
- Ensure financial processes are understood and used across the team.
- Oversee payroll, bookkeeping and liaison with accountants and auditors.
People and Culture
- Lead internal culture work, embedding equity, inclusion and belonging at every level.
- Ensure team meetings, benefits, training and internal communications are coordinated and supportive.
- Work with HR legal advisors to ensure best practice policies and processes.
- Oversee recruitment, onboarding and staff support in line with our values and commitments.
Governance and Compliance
- Act as the main contact for the Board and subcommittees, particularly Audit & Risk.
- Ensure compliance with Charity Commission, Companies House, GDPR and relevant legislation.
- Maintain governance documents and ensure timely updates and implementation.
- Embed an organisational approach to risk that is equitable, accessible and transparent.
- Act as the organisation’s Data Controller, ensuring appropriate policies and practices are in place to prioritise data safety and security. Work with external legal and data protection advisors to stay compliant with legislation and best practice.
Operations and Systems
- Be the internal champion of systems and processes, ensuring they are streamlined, understood and appropriately used by the team.
- Work with external experts and advisors to implement or refine systems as required.
- Oversee IT, digital infrastructure and tools for hybrid/remote working.
- Ensure all internal processes are designed with EDI and accessibility in mind.
- Lead continuous improvements that balance rigour with inclusion.
External Relationships
- Manage key suppliers and advisors (accountants, HR, IT, legal, payroll) to ensure value, clarity and accountability.
- Ensure external services align with our internal culture and mission.
Person Specification
This is an ideal role for someone who loves enabling people to do their best work by ensuring robust, fair, and future-ready structures are in place.
Essential
- Significant experience in operational and financial management.
- A recognised accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or similar) or significant financial experience.
- Strong experience leading on budgets, forecasts and financial strategy.
- Experience supporting teams with business and financial modelling.
- Proven ability to improve processes and internal systems.
- Experience or interest relating to overseeing governance, risk and compliance.
- Strong project management and communication skills.
- A commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility.
- Experience managing or overseeing cross-cutting functions (HR, IT, legal, finance).
- Ability to balance process with people – designing systems that support humans.
Desirable
- Experience in the charity, non-profit or social enterprise sector.
- Experience of hybrid or remote working.
- Knowledge of tools like Quickbooks, Salesforce, Asana.
- Experience working with trustees or boards.
- Experience supporting business development or commercial activities.
You’ll be a great fit if you are:
- Structured and proactive: you bring clarity and direction.
- EDI-driven: you care about making processes inclusive.
- Collaborative and communicative: you enjoy enabling others.
- Strategic and hands-on: you can see the big picture and execute the detail.
- Committed to collective success and social impact.
Hours and place of work
- This is a full-time role to be fulfilled over a 35-hour week, ideally within the working hours of Mon-Fri, 9:30am–5:30pm, with flexibility as required.
- This is a hybrid role with one day a week in our shared office space in London (Better Space, 127 Farringdon Road, London EC1R 3DA), the travel costs of which must be covered by the individual. We are open to discussing this arrangement further to accommodate individual needs and preferences.
- Further UK travel will be required on occasion, the costs of which would be covered by Clore Social Leadership.
Terms, pay and benefits
- This is a permanent contract.
- Salary for this role will be ca. £55,000 p/a depending on experience.
- The post holder is entitled to 25 days of annual leave, in addition to UK statutory holidays.
- The office is closed for one week during the winter festive period (25-31 December), providing an additional three days of annual leave in addition to the above allocation.
- You have the option to join our contributory pension scheme. The employer's contribution is 3% with a minimum employee contribution of 5%.
Application process
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We value and respect every individual, regardless of their race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or background, and actively seek to eliminate bias, promote equality and provide equal opportunities for all to showcase their talents and be evaluated solely on their qualifications, skills and potential. If you are passionate about making a profound impact and thrive in a dynamic, values-driven environment, we encourage you to submit an application.
To apply please follow the application link through to the Prospectus website. You will be asked to send:
- Your CV (two pages max.), including relevant work experience.
- A two-page supporting statement, which addresses your suitability for and interest in the role.
If you have any questions prior to application or would like further information, please contact Steve Fraser at Prospectus (email available via the Prospectus website). Prospectus and Clore Social Leadership are committed to a policy of equality and diversity. We are committed to offering reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond. Please do not hesitate to discuss this with us.
Key dates (flexibility can be offered)
- Applications close: Sunday 31 August
- First round interviews (online): Tuesday 9 / Wednesday 10 September
- Final interviews (in person): Monday 15 / Tuesday 16 September
Travel expenses for in-person interviews will be reimbursed on submission of valid receipts.
Registered charity number: 1136727
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Background to the role
In April 2024 we launched an ambitious five-year strategy. At the same time, in acknowledgement of the fact that if we are to deliver for older people we need to change as an organisation, we began a process of internal transformation.
Across the organisation trustees, staff and volunteers are working hard together to lead Age UK East London to become more professional, more collaborative and more sustainable. We are proud of the progress we have made; 95% of staff say they would recommend us as a place to work.
This new role, along with a new Operations Coordinator role, has been created to help us make faster progress towards achieving these transformational goals. We’re looking for someone who is highly resourceful, self-motivated and curious and who can model our values (accountable, kind, flexible, inclusive and collaborative) in the way they work.
Job description
Job Purpose
By providing high quality governance and administrative support you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our organisation. By supporting our Trustees and SMT you will improve our internal accountability and reduce the administrative burden on our senior team; freeing them to focus on organisational development, on building external relationships and pursuing opportunities which align with our strategy.
Key Tasks
Overseeing our Governance & Administration:
- You will organise and service the Trustee Board and Board Committee meetings, including agendas, minute-taking, follow-ups on actions, ensuring compliance with governing documents and charity law.
- Be the key contact for trustees, including overseeing their recruitment, induction and training.
- Better connect our governance and management processes through improving alignment of our Trustee and management reporting cycles and coordinating meetings and the delivery of Exec reports.
- Act as company secretary and ensure the Company House and Charity Commission websites are kept up to date.
Supporting our Executive team:
- Manage the CEO's diary, coordinate and prepare for SMT meetings, and monthly whole team meetings, maintain action logs, and provide proactive support in work planning.
- Lead on liaison with, and reports to, Age UK national. This will include coordinating visits and the collection of data.
- Develop and oversee our internal knowledge sharing systems
- Ensure our intranet is up to date and our new SharePoint file structure is maintained.
General
- To meet regularly with line manager for support, supervision and appraisal.
- To attend team and staff meetings, (and other meetings) as required.
- To undertake any other duties within the competence of the post holder as may be required from time to time for the continued smooth running of Age UK East London.
- To undertake all training required to fulfil the role.
- To carry out the duties of the post in accordance with Age UK’s East London’s policies and procedures including EDI, Health & Safety, Confidentiality, Complaints, GDPR, Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and Children.
Functional Links
- The role reports to the CE
- Close working relationship is required with the other members of SMT, the Chair of trustees and other members of the board.
Person Specification
Research shows that while middle class white men tend to apply for job when they meet around 60% of the criteria, women, people from the global majority, and people from other marginalised groups that encounter systematic discrimination tend to apply only when they meet all criteria. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don’t meet every single aspect of the job description, please still apply!
Experience
Essential
- Experience providing high-level administrative support to a senior team or a senior leader.
- Experience of minute taking Experience maintaining internal systems such as SharePoint, document storage, or intranet platforms.
Desirable
- Voluntary sector experience.
- Working with a trustee board.
- Experience acting as Company Secretary or supporting governance compliance.
- Experience of recruiting at board level.
Knowledge & Understanding
Essential
- Understanding of confidentiality and data protection principles.
- Understanding of EDI and a commitment to working in an anti-racist and non-discriminatory way.
- Knowledge of the structure and roles within a charity, including the role of trustees.
Desirable
- Of charity governance, and business planning processes and accountabilities.
- Knowledge of Company secretary role and responsibilities via training or experience
Skills/Attributes
Essential
- High level IT skills in Microsoft Office .Good understanding of the capabilities and potential of 365
- Organisational Skills: Ability to manage calendars, meetings and documents efficiently
- Verbal & Written Communication: Must be able to communicate clearly, professionally and tactfully with internal and external stakeholders.
- Time Management: Ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple deadlines.
- Attention to Detail: Must be able to ensure accuracy in communication, scheduling, and documentation and take accurate minutes.
- Can demonstrate AUKEL values (accountable, kind, flexible, inclusive, collaborative) in the way the service is delivered.
- Commitment to learning and development and reflective practise.
Desirable
- Advanced AI skills
Additional Requirements
- Ideally, we would like the post holder to attend our evening trustee meetings (four a quarter, two online and two in person). This time will be available to be taken back in lieu. However, for the right candidate we can be flexible about this requirement.
- As Age UK East London works with children and vulnerable adults the post holder will be required to have a satisfactory enhanced DBS certificate. A criminal record will not necessarily, but may be, a bar to obtaining a position with the organisation.
Additional Information
- This job description is not intended to be exhaustive, but rather to clearly define the fundamental purpose, responsibilities and deliverables for the role.
- In addition to the contents of this role description, employees are expected to undertake any and all other reasonable and related tasks allocated by line management.
- Should you be successful in this role this job description will not form part of your terms and conditions
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an experienced operations lead who thrives on creating strong systems, supporting teams to do their best work, and ensuring an organisation runs efficiently and effectively? Do you have a solid grounding in HR, finance, compliance and governance, alongside a proactive and collaborative approach to leadership? Are you passionate about building a positive working culture that centres values of equity, care, and professionalism? If so, you could be the ideal candidate for our Head of Operations role.
Women’s Resource Centre is the national umbrella body for the UK women’s sector. We are currently recruiting for a Head of Operations to provide strategic and hands-on management of our operations, HR, governance and finance, ensuring a stable and supportive foundation for our work.
You’ll be a confident and inclusive leader with strong interpersonal skills and a track record of managing systems, people and organisational processes. You will play a key role in shaping and upholding our working culture, supporting a committed team, and helping us deliver for the women’s sector with clarity and accountability.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a deep understanding of operational delivery in a small charity setting, who brings energy, empathy, and a high level of organisation to their work. You will be committed to feminist values, social justice, and the strengthening of the UK women’s sector—particularly Black, minoritised and refugee women’s organisations.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job title: Global Admissions Associate
Department: Education
Reports to: Senior Global Admissions Manager
Location: London (UK) - hybrid working
Salary: £27,500 per annum (London)
Working pattern: Full time, 38.5 hours per week
Duration of contract: Permanent
Start date: As soon as possible (ideally by October 2025)
Do you want to help shape the future of global student admissions?
We’re looking for a motivated and collaborative Global Admissions Associate to join UWC International and support the delivery of our 2030 strategy. In this newly created role, you’ll help strengthen our Global Selection Programme (GSP), with a particular focus on volunteer engagement and clear, effective communication. You’ll also play a vital role in developing an alternative admissions pathway for students who currently face barriers to applying—expanding access to a transformative education.
Working closely with colleagues and supporting targeted working groups, you’ll contribute to improving how we allocate over 2,000 International Baccalaureate places each year across our national committees. If you’re passionate about access to education and thrive in collaborative, cross-cultural environments, we’d love to hear from you.
About us
Changing the world takes passion and dedication
UWC is a global movement of 18 schools across four continents with a shared mission: to make education a force for peace and a sustainable future. Each year, we bring together young people from over 150 countries and diverse backgrounds to live and learn together in richly diverse, international settings – developing not only academic excellence, but cross-cultural understanding and a drive for social impact. UWC students don’t just prepare for exams, they prepare to lead change. Through real-world challenges, they build the skills, compassion and courage to make a difference.
Our students go on to become leaders in politics, NGOs, business, education and grassroots movements – people shaping a more just and sustainable world. Today, our global network includes more than 85,000 changemakers united by the values they lived at UWC.
About UWC International
UWC International is the operational arm of UWC, a UK-registered and Germany-registered charity at the heart of the global UWC movement. Based in London and Berlin, our team works closely with stakeholders across the UWC network and supports a global alumni community of over 85,000 changemakers.
Our work includes global fundraising, communications, promotion and support for the network of more than 150 UWC national committees. We also lead on global strategy and provide key services to UWC schools and colleges.
We are proud to reflect the diversity we champion. Our international team represents over 25 nationalities, bringing a wide range of perspectives and lived experiences. We are committed to anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion (ARDEI) across all aspects of our work – ensuring our organisational culture reflects the values we promote across the UWC movement.
What we offer
As part of a commitment to our employees, we offer the following:
UWC International London
- Hybrid working - we operate hybrid working arrangements, with at least 20% of the week worked in the office and up to 80% worked from home.
- Flexible working hours - our standard working hours are 38.5 per week. We support flexible working and are happy to discuss different working patterns.
- Generous annual leave allowance – we offer 28 days holidays per year plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part-time or fixed-term contracts).
- Paid leave for personal growth - up to 2 days per year for volunteering or up to 2 days per year for study leave.
- Learning & development opportunities – we have access to various learning and development platforms to support your professional growth.
- Income Protection & well-being support - We offer income protection to all employees, an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with access to a legal support helpline, remote GP appointments, medical second opinions, mental health support, physiotherapy, lifestyle coaching, personal trainer and nutritionist sessions, and a well-being calendar featuring podcasts and webinars.
- Exclusive discounts & perks - with access to a range of discounts across shopping, dining, lifestyle and entertainment, with thousands of offers on hundreds of top retailers.
- Cycle to Work scheme and eyecare vouchers
- Enhanced maternity and enhanced paternity leave
- Higher-than-standard pension contribution scheme - UWC International will contribute up to 8% of the employee’s gross salary toward their Pension scheme with NEST.
Visa requirements
Anyone who applies to work at UWC International in London must have a work visa before starting employment, in compliance with the relevant immigration rules. Please provide confirmation of your eligibility to indefinitely work or reside in the UK in your application. Any offers of employment made by UWC International will be subject to a right-to-work check on your immigration status.
Application Process
Do you want to be part of our team? To apply, please submit an up to date copy of your CV along with a cover letter in English (each a maximum of 2 pages).
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, if you are interested, please submit your application as soon as possible.
Your cover letter must:
- Outline your experience, skills and competencies against the Person specification section in the attached Job Description.
- Explain why you want to join UWC International, and specify your preferred location.
- Provide confirmation of your eligibility to work or reside in the UK.
- Provide the name and contact details of two referees, including their job title, email address and the capacity in which you are known to them. References are taken up prior to the second round interviews. We will not contact your referees without first letting you know.
Please note that CVs received without a cover letter, including the information requested above will not be considered.
Deadline for application: 11.59 AM (UK time) on 5 September 2025
Interview and/or assessment dates:
- First round interviews on 10 September (remote)
- Second round interviews on 15 September (remote)
For further information on this opportunity, please see the detailed job description attached.
Safeguarding Statement
The job holder might have to travel to UWC schools and colleges. Therefore, a Basic DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service) or international equivalent will be required before any job offer is made. We will also take up references before the second stage of the interview process. Referees will not be contacted without your consent.
Diversity Statement
UWC places deliberate diversity at the heart of our educational model because of its critical importance in our mission ‘to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future’.
At the UWC International Office, we believe this commitment to deliberate diversity must be reflected within our team, organisational practices, policies and culture. We recognise people with different backgrounds, skills, attitudes and experiences bring fresh ideas and perceptions, and we encourage and leverage these differences to make our work more relevant and accessible.
We will not discriminate or tolerate discriminatory behaviour on any grounds such as, but not limited to, race, gender, disability, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religion or belief, marital/partnership or family status, sexual orientation, age or socioeconomic background.
We strive to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, has a voice, can raise concerns, and feels comfortable and confident. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment and to act accordingly as we aspire best to serve the UWC mission and our global community. It is an ongoing journey and we welcome all those ready to travel with us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
We need a well-organised team member who enjoys interacting with clients and takes pride in delivering a quality service. As a member of small friendly team in a well established and thriving family mediation service you will co-ordinate cases, maintain records, communicate directly with clients and mediators and provide administrative support. You will need to be able to work independently in a busy office environment, be able to multi-task and oversee cases.
Full-time or part-time hours.
Family mediation helps separating or divorcing couples to make their own arrangements for their children, property and finances as an alternative to the court process. Given the nature of the work, sensitivity and confidentiality are essential.
Please see the attached Job Description and Essential Skills.
If you are interested in applying for this post please submit a CV and an accompanying statement setting out why you are interested in this role and what experience you have that relates to the Job Description and Person Specification. Applications should be received by 5pm on 1st September 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Housing Management Officer to play a pivotal role in our Housing Services in London.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
The role is responsible for delivering full housing management services across a portfolio of 50–100 supported accommodation units, with a focus on tenancy sustainment, legal compliance, and strong financial performance. This includes facilitating onboarding and exit processes for service users, promoting tenancy expectations early on, and embedding a Psychologically Informed Environment (PIPE) approach. Accurate and GDPR-compliant tenancy records must be maintained, with regular monitoring and reporting on tenancy issues through internal dashboards and quarterly reviews.
The position also involves driving rent and service charge collection, preventing arrears through proactive engagement, and taking recovery action where needed. The postholder will provide specialist advice on housing benefits, manage claims and appeals, and oversee invoicing and reconciliation with external agencies. Additionally, they will ensure timely repair reporting and resolution, maintain communication with residents and staff on maintenance progress, and uphold property standards to meet compliance requirements.
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
Here's what the team will be looking for
The role requires strong experience in rent collection, arrears recovery, and applying the pre-action protocol, alongside the ability to manage welfare benefit claims and navigate complex DWP and Housing Benefit systems. It involves working directly with vulnerable individuals, including those experiencing mental health issues, substance dependency, domestic abuse, and young people with additional support needs. The post demands in-depth knowledge of tenancy and housing management functions, a good understanding of benefits systems, and awareness of the legal framework surrounding arrears enforcement. Experience in partnership working with local authorities, support workers, and external agencies is essential.
Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office and housing management systems, with the ability to maintain accurate electronic records, analyse and present financial data, and produce high-quality written communications. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are vital, as is the ability to work sensitively with service users while building effective relationships with stakeholders. The role requires self-motivation, excellent time management, the ability to work independently, a strong sense of accountability, and the flexibility to travel between accommodation sites to meet service users in person.
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
- Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
- Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.
Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.
Important Information for Candidates
If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.
We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.




WHO WE ARE
Animal Equality is an international animal protection organisation working with society, governments and companies to end cruelty to farmed animals. Animal Equality has offices in the United Kingdom, the United States, Germany, Italy, Spain, Mexico, Brazil and India.
Animal Equality releases investigative materials captured from inside factory farms and slaughterhouses, exposing the conditions that farmed animals face around the world. We publish our findings on television, in newspapers and online. We routinely secure mainstream media coverage, including on the BBC, ITV, Sky News, The Times, The Guardian, The New York Times and many more.
Animal Equality also advocates for political change. Our current campaigns include a UK ban on foie gras imports, increased enforcement of existing animal protection laws, legal protections for farmed fish, and Government subsidies for transitioning towards a plant-based food system.
We focus on farmed animals because of the scale and severity of the issue. More than a billion animals are confined and killed for human consumption every year in the UK. Farmed animals also often suffer in some of the worst ways: pigs typically endure painful mutilations, many chickens die of heart attacks, fish are confined in underwater cages, and some farmed animals are victims of deliberate abuse and neglect. But the problem is solvable! By utilising effective campaigning strategies, Animal Equality is having an impact for animals around the world and building a future where all animals are respected and protected and are no longer exploited for human consumption.
Animal Equality UK’s current key campaigns include:
- Strengthening enforcement of animal protection laws.
- Halting the expansion of Scotland’s salmon farming industry.
- Achieving a ban on foie gras imports.
- Securing species-specific slaughter legislation for fish.
- Inspiring the public to eat plants, not animals.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented Operations Officer to play a central role in ensuring the smooth running of Animal Equality UK’s internal operations and supporter services.
This is a varied role covering administration, finance, data management, supporter care, and event coordination. You will be the first point of contact for many of our supporters and stakeholders, providing excellent service while supporting team members across all departments.
The ideal candidate will be proactive, solutions-focused, and comfortable balancing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. You will have a ‘can-do’ attitude and a calm and professional demeanour, thrive on problem-solving, and take pride in ensuring that systems and processes run efficiently behind the scenes.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Culture and internal support: Act as a culture ambassador, upholding Animal Equality’s values of professionalism, resilience, accountability, and compassion. Strengthen communication between teams and ensure effective use of project management tools. Identify and lead process improvements with guidance from the Operations Manager.
- Supporter and donor care: Serve as the first point of contact for supporter queries via phone, email, post, and social media. Provide excellent donor support, including thanking donors, resolving payment issues, and sending mailings. Maintain supporter and volunteer records accurately in CRM systems and ensure compliance with GDPR.
- Finance and reporting: Process expenses, supplier payments, and support budget forecasting. Assist with Gift Aid claims, monthly data uploads, and finance reports. Prepare scheduled reports and presentations to track progress against objectives.
- Team processes: Support recruitment processes, including application handling, interview coordination, and onboarding/offboarding schedules. Ensure smooth induction for new staff and manage equipment, training resources, and access.
- Events and operations: Assist with the organisation of internal training, team meet-ups, and supporter events. Support health and safety measures for team members and volunteers at peaceful protests, undertaking risk assessments and first aid training. Manage stock and campaign materials, fulfil supporter requests, and oversee mailing logistics.
- Data and systems: Conduct database cleansing and maintain accurate supporter, volunteer, and executive records.
- Represent Animal Equality’s culture: Support Animal Equality’s life-saving work by producing high-quality output, embracing and representing the organisation’s culture principles proudly at all times, and supporting our philanthropic efforts.
- Support with other ad hoc duties, as requested by your line manager.
ABOUT YOU
You are a reliable, proactive, and solutions-focused team player who takes pride in creating order and efficiency. Embracing Animal Equality’s culture principles and reinforcing them proudly, you balance meticulous attention to detail with a flexible, positive, level-headed approach and are motivated by helping the organisation succeed for farmed animals.
You actively seek constructive feedback and use it to continuously improve your work. You show ownership and a growth mindset that is focused on improving the world for farmed animals. Knowledge of farmed animal issues and alignment with Animal Equality’s mission is a must, as is professionalism, adaptability, and discretion.
You must have a minimum of one year’s experience in operations, administration, project management, or a related role. With exceptional communicational and time-management skills, you are comfortable balancing competing priorities and will bring a friendly, professional attitude at all times. Adaptable and solutions-focused, you are confident when learning new technologies.
You will be based remotely in the UK. In addition to monthly meet-ups, some travel within the UK may be required for demonstrations, meetings, and events. While not common, occasional evening or weekend work may be necessary to support campaigning activities. Any additional hours worked and agreed with your Manager can be reclaimed as TOIL.
BENEFITS
- Holiday entitlement equal to 33 days per year (including standard public holidays).
- Personalised employee assistance programme (EAP): An Animal Equality-funded benefit that offers employees confidential counselling and advice on a wide range of work and personal issues. The programme offers several services, such as a 24/7 confidential helpline and expert cognitive behavioural therapy.
- Flexible hours, with the option to start between 8am and 10am and finish between 4pm and 6pm.
- Able Futures Support: The service is a nine-month, practical and confidential support service for employees whose circumstances or mental health may impact their wellbeing or work. Employees can work with a mental health professional to deepen their understanding of how their mental health may impact them and build coping skills and resilience to thrive at work.
- Yearly stipend to access learning and development resources to help employees further grow their personal and professional skills.
- A free vegan lunch every month at the Animal Equality monthly meetups.
APPLY NOW
For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page.
Closing date: 5.00pm on Friday 19th September 2025.
Animal Equality’s vision is a world in which all animals are respected and protected.

