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Employer Policy Specialist
Working Hours: 0.6FTE (full-time equivalent 37.5 hours). There is a degree of flexibility surrounding the working hours which will be determined by the demands of the role.
Salary: 0.6FTE: £40,658 (the full-time equivalent salary is: £67,763).
Start Date: 1st September 2025.
Reporting to: Director of Public Affairs & Policy
Deadline for applications: Friday 18th July 2025, 5pm
Interviews: Interviews will be conducted online on Thursday 24th July
Overview
The DfE has nominated CST as the employer representative for academy trusts for specific purposes (for example, the school support staff negotiating body). The postholder will be required to work directly with the Department for Education at a senior level to undertake the duties associated with this employer representative role. CST also wishes to strengthen its support to members on wider matters of employer policy. There is significant scope to shape and develop this role.
Key Responsibilities
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Have a detailed understanding of the terms and conditions of employment of teaching and support staff and the workforce issues affecting the education sector, particularly those influencing recruitment and retention of staff.
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The ability to build relationships with key stakeholders (members, senior DfE officials and ministers) and work closely with other employer representative organisations.
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Working closely with the CEO and Deputy CEO, build relationships at senior level with trade unions (leadership, teacher and support staff unions).
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Lead on developing CST’s employer policy and guidance, working with our members and commanding their support and respect, and working closely with the policy team.
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Support the Chief Executive, Deputy Chief Executive and Director of Public Affairs and Policy to influence and respond to government policy in respect of employer policy, including drafting responses to government consultations and being our representative on the DfE’s formally constituted groups.
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Provide professional support and guidance to members on matters relating to employer policy, within the restrictions of what we are insured to do as a professional body.
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Support our HR professional community.
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Speak with authority at events and conferences as CST’s nominated representative on employer policy.
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Offer support to the wider CST policy team in other areas that fall within the postholder’s experience or expertise. This may include occasionally deputising for other team members for example covering for annual leave or sickness absence.
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Any other duties and responsibilities that may be delegated by the Chief Executive, Deputy Chief Executive or Director of Public Affairs and Policy from time to time.
Essential Skills and Experience
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Likely educated to degree level (or holding a similar professional qualification or experience) with significant knowledge and experience of employment matters within the education sector and employer policy.
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The ideal candidate will have experience working at senior level likely within an educational, policy or consultancy setting. Knowledge of schools and the trust sector is essential as is the ability to respond to issues in a way which conveys the practical realities of working in schools.
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A sound understanding of the differences between academy trusts and the maintained sector.
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Secure knowledge of legislation, regulations and policy that affect school trusts.
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Authority and gravitas with the ability to speak up at meetings with senior officials with the required diplomacy and at all times with the members’ interests in mind.
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People-centred, with excellent relational skills, adept at forming and maintaining positive relationships with colleagues, members and senior external stakeholders (including policy makers, employer representative organisations and trade unions).
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Output focused, able to execute a range of communications across channels efficiently.
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Fluent and precise, an excellent communicator who writes well.
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The ability to analyse detail and distil key points, identifying matters of concern or interest to school trusts.
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Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines, including turning around high-quality responses to members and DfE in short timescales.
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Someone who embodies the Nolan Principles and acts with integrity and discretion.
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Aligned with CST’s aims to promote education for public benefit.
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Skilled at working remotely as part of a close-knit team. Whilst this position is remote (home-based) there will be the requirement to attend in person meetings from time to time.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you an effective charity leader? Can you help the organisation meet its charitable objectives, strategic priorities and operational goals?
We are looking for a Chief Executive Officer to join an award-winning charity that supports individuals in West Kent, experiencing or impacted by domestic abuse.
If this sounds like you, then apply today!
Position: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Location: Kent/hybrid
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £50 - £55K dependent on experience
Benefits Include: 28 days holiday, plus Christmas day through to New Year’s Day paid leave, birthday day off, free on-site parking, EAP. Flexible approach to hours of work. Pension contribution of 3% of your total pay each month.
Closing Date: 28th July . We reserve the right to interview candidates and close the ad ahead of the closing date.
About the Role
As CEO, you will work closely with the Board of trustees and management team to develop and implement the organisations strategy, business plan and project plans and ensure clients benefit from sustainable, inclusive, high quality domestic abuse support and other services.
Your leadership and management will inspire and support staff to deliver client-led quality services, including the effective recruitment, retention and development of staff. You will maintain and build on the strong positive working relationships with partners, funders, and stakeholders to ensure the best possible outcomes for clients and collaborate with other organisations.
The role is responsible for managing legal obligations, sustainability, risk, quality, equality and diversity, safeguarding and financial matters and over 20 volunteers and a staff team of 14 people.
Key objectives include:
- Lead on strategy and work closely with the Board on governance
- Ensure effective services are provided to a high standard
- Inspire and manage the team ensuring a supportive and inclusive culture
- Lead on compliance, finances, including funding, and operations
- Lead on communications, external relationships, and partnership working
About You
We are looking for someone who is flexible about managing their time and priorities and has the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You will enjoy providing consistent high-quality leadership; and you will have a good knowledge of managing and leading a charity.
An inspirational leader who can inspire and motivate staff and volunteers, you will be committed to making a difference and deliver impact while negotiating the challenges and risks of the internal and external environment
You will have:
- Experience of working at a strategic level, developing and implementing services within the charity sector
- A track record of providing inspirational leadership, inspiring, developing and working with volunteers and staff
- Experience of successfully managing programmes or projects, delivering within budget and on time
- Successful strategic and day-to-day operational management experience, including people management and development
- Experience in developing and maintaining effective networks and partnerships
- Experience of managing a budget effectively including fundraising funding and managing restrictive and unrestrictive budgets
- Experience of working in family, children, social, healthcare or education services in the public or voluntary sector
You must have a current driving licence and use of a car for business purposes.
About the Organisation
This an award-winning charity supports individuals in West Kent, aged 16 and over experiencing or impacted by domestic abuse at all levels of risk, and the provision is uncapped and needs-led. The model empowers individuals providing bespoke support for their specific needs. Volunteers are vital in this work and are very much part of the successful outcomes achieved.
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Join Humane World for Animals and help us inspire compassion and generosity—one supporter at a time.
We’re looking for a Program Manager, Individual Giving to help lead and deliver our UK marketing programme. You’ll be at the heart of our fundraising efforts, managing multi-channel campaigns, driving donor retention, and helping shape the future of our Individual Giving strategy.
What You’ll Do
Lead the planning, execution, and analysis of key marketing channels.
Act as a deputy for the UK marketing lead, heading up key projects as directed.
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to create compelling marketing campaigns that inspire action.
Use data insights to refine supporter journeys and grow donor loyalty.
Manage budgets, track performance, and ensure strong ROI across all activities.
What You Bring
3+ years of experience in direct marketing (offline and online).
A strong grasp of donor data, CRM systems, and campaign analysis.
Excellent project management and communication skills.
A creative and strategic mindset with a passion for storytelling.
A commitment to best practices in fundraising and data protection.
Why Humane World for Animals?
Join a mission-led, international team dedicated to protecting animals and promoting compassion.
Work in a collaborative, supportive environment where your ideas matter.
Be part of a growing movement that’s changing lives for animals around the globe.
Enjoy the flexibility of a remote role with meaningful impact.
Ready to use your skills to create real change?
Apply now and help us inspire generosity, compassion, and action across the UK from our amazing supporters!
Interviews currently scheduled as follows:
Round 1 - 17 July (online)
Round 2- 24 July (online)
Registered Charity
21 - 50
We make bold progress for all animals by working together on the biggest problems—no matter where they are or how deeply entrenched.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.