Development executive and jobs in tadworth, surrey
Salary: £65,000 FTE (£55,714 - £65,000 depending on working hours)
Working hours: Flexible - 30-35 hours/week - This role is being offered for between 30 and 35 hours per week. We’re open to discussing how those hours are distributed across the week and can accommodate school hours, early starts, or condensed days where possible.
Department: Human Resources
Number of posts needed: 1
Location: Hybrid - at least 2 days/week in Toynbee Hall office
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday (flexible)
Reporting to: Chief Operations Officer
Contract: Permanent
Application Closing Date: 9 June 2025
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications from suitably qualified candidates. Early application is encouraged. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, and we encourage early applications, as the vacancy may close ahead of the stated deadline due to high volumes of interest.
At Toynbee Hall, our HR Team supports our most important asset – our people. We are committed to delivering a high-quality, inclusive HR service and to exploring new ideas and perspectives so we can grow and develop the function together.
The HR Team supports colleagues throughout the employee lifecycle – from recruitment and onboarding to people development – ensuring that every experience at work is a positive one. Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do, and we are dedicated to fostering a workplace culture that reflects our values and where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to thrive.
Scope of role
The Head of People and Culture is a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), responsible for leading and embedding a strategic and inclusive People function that supports Toynbee Hall’s purpose, values, and vision for a fairer and more equitable society. This role will shape and champion a workplace culture that is people-first, values-driven, and committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB).
The Head provides strategic and operational direction and hands-on leadership to ensure every colleague’s experience at Toynbee Hall is supportive, developmental, and empowering.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Strategic Leadership
- Co-create and implement a progressive People Strategy aligned with Toynbee Hall’s organisational goals and values, with a strong focus on equity, inclusion, and belonging.
- Lead the development of measurable KPIs and outcomes to evaluate progress in people and
culture initiatives. - Partner with SMT and staff to embed a co-produced EDIB strategy, including a clear statement of intent, inclusive action plan, and transparent reporting processes.
- Act as a cultural ambassador, promoting practices and policies that reinforce a positive, inclusive, and purpose-driven working environment.
HR Operations
- Deliver a high-quality, person-centred HR service, with clear, accessible, and values-aligned policies and processes.
- Ensure policies are inclusive, legally compliant, and regularly reviewed—covering remuneration, flexible working, wellbeing, performance, and development.
- Oversee a fair and inclusive recruitment and resourcing process that reflects our commitment to equity and community.
- Lead performance management practices that are developmental, supportive, and reflective of individual and team contributions.
- Maintain robust, GDPR-compliant employee records and HR systems.
- Oversee compliance in employment checks, safeguarding requirements (including DBS), and risk management procedures.
- Lead the HR team with all case work on a weekly basis to review and guide on case load.Take on complex HR case work with the support of the COO and HR consultants/Advisors.
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Engagement & Culture
- Be a visible leader in embedding a culture of inclusion, care, and psychological safety across the organisation.
- Champion well-being and engagement initiatives that reflect the diverse needs of our people and foster belonging.
- Co-lead EDIB learning and development opportunities for staff, ensuring ongoing reflection, growth, and dialogue.
- Review and promote equitable pay, terms, and recognition practices in line with our values and commitment to fairness.
- Work closely with managers to foster inclusive leadership and team cultures through coaching and support.
Team Leadership and Development
- Lead, coach, and support direct reports and the broader organisation in creating a high-performing, values-led People function.
- Promote a culture of learning, empowerment, and proactivity within the People team and across all departments.
- Create and deliver a meaningful annual work plan aligned with strategic priorities and cultural aspirations.
Senior Leadership Responsibilities
- Contribute actively to SMT discussions and organisational decision-making, ensuring People considerations are central to planning and implementation.
- Collaborate with the COO and CE on organisational performance, people data, and budget alignment.
- Build strong cross-organisational relationships to support change management and continuous
improvement. - Communicate openly and regularly with staff and stakeholders about People-related developments and opportunities.
Safeguarding, Risk, and Wellbeing
- Ensure all People-led activities are risk assessed and comply with health, safety, and safeguarding requirements.
- Promote a culture of care and responsibility, supporting psychological and physical safety across the organisation.
- Ensure systems are in place for reporting incidents and learning from them.
Finance and Payroll
- Work collaboratively with the finance team to ensure payroll is updated and released on time each month.
- Support with the Year End Audit requirements that relate to staffing.
- Overall responsibility of the HR function budget including training and resources.
What You’ll Bring
- A commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and social justice in every aspect of your work.
- Significant experience in senior HR/People leadership roles, ideally within a mission-led or community-focused organisation.
- A deep understanding of inclusive and trauma-informed HR practices.
- Excellent people leadership and coaching skills, with a strong focus on collaboration, development, and wellbeing.
- Up-to-date knowledge of employment law, HR best practice, and change management.
- Experience working with Trade Unions and employee voice mechanisms.
Additional Information
- We are in the process of reviewing the HR function and you will be leading on the implementation of this to ensure that the team is working with inclusive strategies, as well as ensuring that we can best support the organisation with the needed support in a timely and efficient manner.
- Toynbee Hall are in the process of reviewing the pay banding and scales and this will be a part of your role to implement the changes and work closely with the finance team to achieve this.
Essential Criteria:
- Very good knowledge of UK employment regulation and HR practices.
- Experience of advising, coaching and challenging senior staff when needed
- Significant practical experience in delivering human resources functions /activities
- An excellent understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and proven experience of implementing successful EDI strategies and plans.
- That they are proactive in spotting challenges and offering solutions
- Excellent organisation, time and project management skills with demonstrable experience of combining effective operational delivery and strategic work.
- Effective in setting out and delivering against plans; and reporting against objectives.
- First rate communication skills; able to relate to and work alongside colleagues at all levels in the organisation, with the ability to explain technical issues to non-HR colleagues, reinforce difficult messaging when needed, and to coach and support managers.
- Good written English with proven ability to write policies, complex correspondence and business reports.
- Emotionally Intelligent, transparent, principled.
- Ability to work independently but also be champion of collaborative working
- Attention to detail and thorough review of HR related documents
- An understanding of safeguarding and safer recruitment
- Alignment with Toynbee Hall’s mission and strategy
- HR related qualification (CIPD level 5) / Degree in HR
- Ability to present HR data/ analytics to SMT and Trustee with thorough evidence and clear decision-making information
Alignment and willingness to work in line to our values
- Inclusive - open-minded, transparent, convening and collaborative; seeking fresh and alternative perspectives.
- Courageous – principled, ambitious and acting with integrity.
- Empowering – shifting power, sharing our knowledge, enabling people to take action for themselves
Please download the full Job Description for more details.
Our Benefits Package
We believe in supporting our employees with a well-rounded benefits package designed to enhance work-life balance, financial security, and overall well-being.
Annual Leave
- 25 days of annual leave, plus 3 additional days for our Christmas shutdown (on top of bank holidays).
- After 2 years: +3 extra days of leave.
- After 3 years: +1 additional day.
- After 5 years: A total of 30 days annual leave, plus the 3-day Christmas shutdown.
Pension
- Standard Life Pension Scheme – Employer contribution: 4%, Employee contribution: 5%
Additional Perks & Support
- Enhanced Sick Pay for peace of mind during illness
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave to support growing families
- Employee Eyecare Vouchers to support your vision health
- Employee Assistance Programme for free, confidential advice and support
- Mental Health First Aid to ensure workplace well-being
- Tenancy Deposit Scheme to help secure your home
- Interest-Free Season Ticket Loan for cost-effective commuting
- Cycle to Work Scheme to promote a healthier, greener way to travel
- Charity Mentoring Network to support professional development and networking
We’re committed to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment, because when our team thrives, we all succeed!
About Toynbee Hall
Based in the East End of London since 1884, Toynbee Hall is a charity working alongside people facing poverty, injustice, and inequality to build a fairer East London. We provide vital advice and support, working in partnership to tackle unfairness and ensure everyone has an equal chance to thrive.
We have recently launched a new strategic plan which reinforces that our purpose is to build a fairer future with an end to poverty, injustice and inequality.
We work towards this by:
- Addressing poverty and injustice through advice and support and influencing systemic change.
- Shifting power to people and communities affected by injustice and inequality.
- Collaborating to end poverty and build fairer systems and institutions. What we want to see in the world starts with our community and our organisation.
This means:
- Working together to build a thriving local community where people have the resources they need, feel their voices are heard and are optimistic about the future.
- Being a good employer, where people are treated fairly, feel engaged and empowered, and work together to achieve our shared vision.
- Acknowledging the role Toynbee Hall has historically played in civic society while recognising that our role now is to shift power, to be an effective partner, and to amplify voices that are less likely to be heard.
What we learn from our work in east London we use to inform and influence wider policy – working to influence change in structures, systems and policies.
Since 1884 Toynbee Hall is a charity working alongside people facing poverty, injustice and inequality to build a fairer East London
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Organisation Overview:
Unpaid carers are the unsung heroes in our communities, supporting relatives, friends, and neighbours, often with limited or no support, to live the best lives they can.
Carers Centre Tower Hamlets (CCTH) is a small, committed organisation dedicated to supporting unpaid carers through a variety of specialist services, from social and therapeutic activities to emotional, mentoring, advocacy, and signposting support. We aim to enrich and empower unpaid carers’ lives, providing them with the support they so selflessly give to others. We are now recruiting to our team someone who will lead on our work to support Carers as part of the Barnsley Street Mental Health Project.
Project Overview:
The Barnsley Street Project is a Community Mental Health Pilot aimed at delivering continuous, person-centred mental health care to underserved populations in PCN1 (Bethnal Green). This initiative is a collaborative effort between East London Foundation Trust (ELFT), Tower Hamlets Mental Health Alliance (THMHA), and the Look Ahead Housing Association. Driven by the voice of lived experience, the project is designed to address the systemic gaps in mental health services, particularly for marginalised communities.
Purpose of the role:
To identify and coordinate an effective support service for unpaid carers who support residents who access the Barnsley Street Project, with the aim of supporting carers to have their needs met as well as develop a healthy and sustainable caring role.
To facilitate access for unpaid carers in the Barnsley Street Project to appropriate support services, both statutory and voluntary. To provide comprehensive support and information to families and carers. To raise awareness of carers’ needs with professionals in the project environment and contribute to carer friendly policies.
The post will involve the direct provision of services, referral to and between services, collaborative work with other local agencies and outreach work. The post-holder will provide advocacy, referral, and ongoing practical and emotional support to unpaid carers through individual and group work.
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Identification and Support: Proactively identify carers of residents who utilise the Barnsley Street Project, and provide them with tailored support, ensuring their well-being is prioritised.
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Information and Guidance: Offer information about available resources, support services, and community networks to assist carers effectively.
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Communication Liaison: Facilitate communication between clinical staff and carers, ensuring they are kept informed about the patient's condition, treatment plan, and any discharge process.
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Emotional Support: Provide compassionate emotional support to carers, listening to their concerns and offering a caring presence during difficult times.
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Training and Education: Organise workshops and peer support groups to equip carers with essential skills for their caregiving role.
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Advocacy: Advocate for carers' needs and rights within the setting, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.
Requirements:
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Previous experience in an advice or support role within a mental health or healthcare environment is preferred.
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Empathetic and compassionate nature, with a genuine commitment to supporting carers during challenging times.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with carers, hospital staff, and external partners.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, managing priorities efficiently.
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Proficient in using technology, including email and Microsoft Office suite.
Benefits:
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Competitive salary based on experience.
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25 days (pro rata) of annual leave, plus public holidays.
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Pension scheme.
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Continuous professional development opportunities.
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Rewarding work environment making a real difference in carers' lives.
If you are passionate about supporting carers in a hospital setting and possess the skills and empathy required for this role, we would love to hear from you
Note: We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, or disability.
Job Title: Refuge Worker
Location: Lambeth, London
Salary: £28,857.12 per annum (Inclusive of London Weighting, which may not be applicable depending on your home location and any agreed permanent homeworking arrangement)
Contract type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Refuge Worker – Supporting Survivors of Domestic Abuse
We are looking for a Refuge Worker to work within our culturally specific refuge to provide specialist, high-quality support to women and children escaping domestic abuse. Based in Lambeth, London, this role involves delivering practical and emotional support to survivors, ensuring their safety, and helping them rebuild their lives. Working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, you will create a safe and welcoming environment in line with Refuge’s values and commitment to ending violence against women and girls.
As a Refuge Worker, you will support women through crisis, providing keywork sessions, safety planning, and advocacy. You will assist with accessing housing, welfare, legal support, and other essential services while maintaining accurate case records. You will also play a vital role in ensuring the effective operation of the refuge, managing referrals, and working collaboratively with partner agencies. The ideal candidate will be a compassionate and resilient individual with strong communication and organisational skills. While experience in the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) sector is beneficial, we also welcome applications from those with transferable skills and a commitment to supporting survivors. Above all, we value individuals who are dedicated to making a difference, thrive in an inclusive environment, and are committed to their own personal development while supporting others.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while developing valuable frontline support and advocacy experience. Refuge offers ongoing training, professional development, and a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring that our staff are valued and supported in their roles. If you are passionate about empowering survivors and want to be part of a dedicated, compassionate organisation, we encourage you to apply.
As part of this role, you will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on call Rota.
Please note that this post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
Closing Date: 09:00am 5 June 2025
Interview Date: 10 June 2025
Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services, and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development.
Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.
At Alzheimer’s Society, we’re the UK’s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.
Together with our supporters, we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.
Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.
About the Opportunity
We are looking for an inspiring and strategic leader to join our People Directorate Leadership team as the Head of Involvement at Alzheimer’s Society. This pivotal role will focus on deepening our understanding of the lived experiences of those affected by dementia and driving the development and delivery of our Involvement Strategic Plan. You will empower people affected by dementia, co-producing initiatives, and sharing their invaluable experiences, ensuring inclusion and equity in all aspects of our work.
As Head of Involvement, you’ll lead a dynamic team, collaborating across the organisation and with external partners to influence the wider dementia sector. This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact, shaping policies and practices that directly affect the lives of people living with dementia and their carers. You will have the chance to be a thought leader, promoting and raising the profile of involvement activities that truly make a difference.
What You’ll Focus On
- Leadership, Culture Transformation & Strategy: Lead the development and execution of Alzheimer’s Society’s Involvement Strategic Plan, ensuring meaningful, impactful, and inclusive involvement of people affected by dementia.
- Inclusion & Diversity: Champion equity, diversity, and inclusion, creating opportunities to amplify the voices of underrepresented communities and people affected by Dementia.
- Team Leadership: Provide day-to-day leadership to the Involvement team, building a high-performing culture prioritising wellbeing, learning, and accountability.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Foster and maintain trusted, high-impact relationships with stakeholders across health, social care, and the third sector.
- Collaboration & Influence: Collaborate across directorates and with external partners, ensuring that involvement is embedded in all organisational and strategic initiatives.
- Impact Measurement: Use data and insights to clearly articulate the impact of involvement on operations, strategic direction, and culture change.
About You
We’re looking for a dynamic individual who brings a wealth of experience in involvement work, with a proven track record of embedding inclusive practices and developing sustainable initiatives. You’ll be an excellent communicator, capable of building strong relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels. You will also possess the ability to inspire and lead a team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
You should be a trusted expert who demonstrates compassion, determination, and a commitment to making a meaningful difference. The ideal candidate will also have:
- Significant experience in developing involvement models across sectors and organisations.
- Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide teams towards shared goals.
- Strong communication skills, both internally and externally, with the ability to act as an ambassador for the Society’s involvement work.
- A passion for inclusion, with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by people with dementia and their families.
About Alzheimer's Society
Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people.
Our hiring process
During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply. Please also contact Alzheimer’s Society Talent Acquisition Team careers at alzhemers . org . uk for application support or any adjustments you might need.
To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At over 200 acres, Crystal Palace Park is far larger than most urban parks. Beloved as a ‘back garden’ to many people in the surrounding neighbourhoods, it is also of national and international significance due to its design as the grounds to the Victorian architectural masterpiece, The Crystal Palace, and its rich unique heritage including the 170-year-old world-famous dinosaurs. Today, circa one million people visit the park every year; to relax and meet friends and family, take part in sports and physical exercise, enjoy world-class acts during summer festivals, or simply have a moment of peace and enjoyment of nature.
The Senior Communications & Marketing Officer role offers the opportunity to join a young and growing registered charity at an exciting point in its evolution, and to help establish Crystal Palace Park as an exemplar in urban park management, community-led regeneration and cultural and heritage programming whilst restoring its position as one of the UK’s leading visitor attractions.
We are looking for a creative, organised and audience-focused marketing and communications professional to join the Trust. Reporting to the Senior Communications & Marketing Manager, you will work with the whole team identifying the best ways to use our different channels to share our unique and inspiring stories and develop our profile at local, national and international levels.
You will have experience of coordinating marketing and communications activity, ideally in a visitor-facing venue.
You will have oversight of the website, social media platforms, e-newsletter and audience research programme and will support with press enquiries, PR and content development. If you are an ambitious self-starter looking to develop your skills across a wide marketing, communications and digital remit in a unique cultural and heritage landscape, then look no further!
How to apply
Applications must be received by 9 June 2025 @ 10am
First round interviews will be held w/c 16 June 2025
Second round interviews to be confirmed.
All applicants must submit an Equal Opportunities Form
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job Description
Role title
Operations Officer
About Us
Spring Community Hub exists to ensure that no one in our Southwark community goes hungry. But we don’t just provide food:
We work alongside people to help them escape poverty, build confidence, and find community.
Our principal activity is the prevention of food poverty and food insecurity by offering culturally appropriate food, fresh fruits, and
vegetables as well as dietary and religiously appropriate food which we have continued to run at our five-week sessions to local people for as long as they address the underlying cause.
We also provide a range of wraparound support, including advice services, particularly around employment and immigration through our Back2Work Team, Holiday Clubs for Children, Youth Groups, a Clothing Bank and our Spring Up Women’s group.
Mission
The mission of SCH is that through a 'Community Hub’ and full activity programme, local people in or at risk of crisis will be supported along their journey to move on and achieve full social, economic and emotional independence to live healthy lives in a community which supports each other.
Vision
Our vision at Spring Community Hub is to tackle food insecurity and hunger before people find themselves in crisis. We want to see equality in our communities and be a vehicle for positive and lasting change in our clients so that they never need a Food Bank again.
Values
These are our Principles, ideals, and characteristics that define the culture, standards and aspirations of the organisation.
An organisation that is driven by people with integrity and commitment to the cause. We believe in leadership, development, growth, and continual learning.Ensuring fairness, equity and equality. Creating a place of respect, kindness and dignity for all. A healthy environment where people have fun and can be creative.
Salary £12, 979.20 per year
Permanent Contract. ( Subject to further funding )
Part-Time, 16 hours over 4 days
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 9 am - 2 pm ( With 1 hour Unpaid Lunch Break )
5-week Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays.
Working from our offices & Centres across Southwark/ Lewisham and Havering and in the community/outreach locations
Hybrid can be discussed during an interview, and Flexible Hours are Also Available. There will be work/ training outside of office hours, with time off in lieu given
Main Purposes of Job and Key Tasks
We are seeking a highly organised and quick-witted Operations Officer to join our dynamic team at Spring Community Hub. The ideal candidate will have experience in operations or project management and excel at managing multiple priorities simultaneously. This role is crucial in supporting the day-to-day operations of the organisation and ensuring smooth workflows across various departments.
In addition to their primary operations duties, the Operations Officer will also play a key role in recruiting and managing volunteers, organising events, and assisting with fundraising activities. The Operations Officer will support impact, monitoring, and evaluation tasks to help demonstrate the effectiveness of our programs to funders and stakeholders.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced candidate, preferably from a project delivery or impact measurement and evaluation background.
Primary duties include:
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Administrative and Office Support: Provide daily administrative support to the Operations Manager and team, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, coordinating logistics, handling correspondence, and overseeing general office administration functions such as phones, mail distribution, supply orders, and facilities management.
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Project Management Support: Assist with project planning and execution, ensuring that timelines and deliverables are met. Help prepare project documentation, track progress, and provide updates to stakeholders. This includes running reports via our CRM system and other tools.
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Process Improvement: Identify areas for process improvement within the operations team and assist in implementing new procedures to increase efficiency and productivity. Contribute to maintaining a quality assurance schedule and support various business support functions.
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Communication and Collaboration: Act as a liaison between different departments to facilitate smooth communication and collaboration. Provide timely updates on project status and operational activities, ensuring transparency and alignment across the organisation.
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Problem Solving: Address operational challenges promptly and effectively, demonstrating quick thinking and resourcefulness to resolve issues as they arise.
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Inventory and Resource Management: Assist in managing inventory and supplies, ensuring timely procurement and distribution of resources to meet departmental needs.
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Volunteer Recruitment and Management: Lead the recruitment, onboarding, and management of volunteers, building strong relationships and fostering a positive and inclusive volunteer culture. Recognise and appreciate the contributions of volunteers and provide them with support and training as needed.
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Event and Fundraising Management: Organise and manage events and fundraising activities, including planning, logistics, coordination, and execution. Work with the team to develop and implement strategies to achieve fundraising goals and ensure successful events that engage the community and stakeholders.
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Customer and Stakeholder Support: Provide exceptional customer service by responding to inquiries and resolving issues with professionalism and efficiency. Represent the organisation at external meetings and events with community partners, local authorities, funders, and other key stakeholders.
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General Office Administration: Support the smooth running of the office by handling routine executive support tasks, event planning, and general office administration. Assist with recruitment processes for staff and volunteers, including job postings and duties related to new hires.
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Compliance and Safety: Ensure adherence to Health and Safety guidelines, risk assessments, and safeguarding measures. Comply with SCH policies and procedures regarding the operation of services and policies.
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Supporting Impact, Monitoring, and Evaluation: Occasionally assist the impact, monitoring, and evaluation (IM&E) function by supporting data collection and analysis, preparing reports, and contributing to the development of data collection tools. Help with the production of reports for internal and external audiences as needed.
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There will be some out-of-hours working occasionally for Events / Development/ Training sessions according to the needs of the business - which you will be able to arrange time off in lieu with your Line Manager.
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The post holder will be required to be flexible to the changing needs of the organisation and as such undertake tasks and responsibilities not specifically listed here but relevant to the smooth running of SCH, including general office and administrative tasks and aspects of service delivery, as directed by the CEO, Senior Leadership Team and Trustees.
Person Specification
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Organisational Skills: Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
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Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of articulating ideas clearly and concisely.
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Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet and adapt to changing circumstances.
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Attention to Detail: Keen attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and thoroughness.
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Technology Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft/Google Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with project management software (e.g., Zoho, Trello) is a plus.
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Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while also being capable of working independently and taking initiative. A self-motivated, organised, and methodical approach to work with excellent time management skills.
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Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage appropriately with a wide variety of people, including colleagues, volunteers, partners, and stakeholders.
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Event and Fundraising Skills: Experience in organising events and managing fundraising activities, including planning, logistics, and community engagement.
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Adaptability: Open to change and continuous improvement, with a proactive approach to learning and training as required by Spring Community Hub.
Additional Requirements:
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Flexibility: Willingness to occasionally work outside standard hours for events, development sessions, or training, with time off in lieu of arranged with your line manager.
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Compliance: Understanding of confidentiality, GDPR implications, and the importance of record-keeping and other safe working practices..
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Personal Attributes: Compassionate and empathetic, with a genuine interest in the well-being of others. Ability to remain calm in challenging situations and reinforce boundaries.
This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Commitment to Equal Opportunities
All Staff, Contractors, Freelancers, and Volunteers have a legal and moral responsibility to ensure that Spring Community Hub is free from discrimination, harassment, and bullying
We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications regardless of sex, gender, and race, age, belief in any religion and none, gender identity, ethnic origin, class, sexuality, nationality, appearance, unrelated criminal activities, disability, responsibility for dependents, part-time or shift workers, being HIV positive or living with AIDS, lived experience of Significant Poverty or Inequality and any other matter which causes a person to be treated with injustice.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that SCH reflects the communities we serve.
SCH is consciously working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can bring out their skills and talents and make their best contribution to our mission to support our guests along their journey to move on and achieve full social, economic, and emotional independence to live healthy lives in a community that supports each other.
We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of Significant Poverty and Inequality and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Responsible for staff/equipment
Volunteers/Phone/Laptop
Reporting to…
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Operations Manager
Why Join Us / Benefits
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A warm, welcoming, and passionate working environment.
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People-focused with a friendly and supportive workplace culture
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We are a London Living Wage Employer
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An active commitment to equality and diversity
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We offer continuing opportunities for learning, and personal and Professional development together with regular supervision, training, and support for all our staff and Volunteers.
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Generous annual leave entitlement: 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
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Company pension scheme.
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Frequent Team Away Days and Celebrations, as part of a friendly and collaborative team
How to Apply
Fill in the application form. You will then be asked to submit your CV.
Please also include the names of 2 referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer (references will not be taken up until after the interview for the successful candidate)
Closing Date: Interviews to be held Virtually:
Application process:
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Complete our Application form
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Submit your CV with a Supporting Statement.
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Initial Telephone interview - shortlisted candidates will be invited for a Telephone interview
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If you are shortlisted from the Telephone Interview, you will be invited to a formal interview, which will consist of the following:
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A Presentation topic will be shared with you in advance
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60-minute Panel Interview with members of the SLT / Board of Trustees - Questions will be shared with you before the interview so that you can prepare.
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We are looking for a fulfilment focused Supporter Relations Assistant to join our Supporter Relations Team and provide a great customer experience for all our supporters!
This role supports the Fulfilment Coordinator in embedding and implementing fulfilment initiatives and activities within Friends of the Earth and plays a frontline role in strengthening our supporters experience and promoting our vision to a wide range of people through our channels - email, post, phone and social media.
Key Skills and Attributes:
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed customer service whizz who can juggle managing deadlines, ensuring supporters are thanked and resource orders are fulfilled accurately and efficiently, speaking to our brilliant supporters on the phone, moderating our social media pages, updating and maintaining supporter data in Dynamics and processing donations. You will be proactive and organised and have strong admin skills with an eye for detail and a problem-solving attitude.
No previous experience is needed as you’ll be trained in using the Dynamics CRM and AgoraPulse platform, understanding Gift Aid, GDPR, compliant donation taking and more, and be a proactive self-starter who can hit the ground running, answering queries about climate change, the environment and protecting the natural world.
This is the perfect role for someone looking to change their career at Friends of the Earth. Due to the varied nature of the role, no two days will be the same!
The team:
Our friendly and passionate Supporter Relations Team is at the frontline of our commitment to create and develop positive relationships with our grassroots network and supporters of Friends of the Earth.
Location and working pattern:
Friends of the Earth operate a 4-day-week across 30 hours. Your working pattern will be Tuesday-Friday or Monday-Thursday.
We ask that our Supporter Relations Assistants work 4 days in our office in Stockwell with the day starting by 10am with a flexible working pattern to suit your individual needs. Our core hours are 10am to 4pm.
Closing date: Wednesday 18th June 2025 (23:59)
Hours: Full time (30 hours over 4 days)
Location: London office in Stockwell
Please note we only accept applications via the Friends of the Earth Application System.
We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance including a 4-day working week with no loss of pay, excellent learning and development opportunities and a vibrant organisational culture.
Our staff body is currently under-representative of People of Colour, LGBTQIA+ people and people with long term conditions or impairments. We are committed to eroding these historic barriers, so as to create a movement in which people from all walks of life see themselves in, and so we particularly encourage you to apply if you belong to one of these groups or sit at multiple intersections of disadvantage. We are committed to the Disability Confident standard and will guarantee an interview to any candidates who declare a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Friends of the Earth staff who publicly represent Friends of the Earth (including all campaigners) are not allowed to also represent a political party. This is to ensure that there can be no confusion in the minds of the public about Friends of the Earth's party-political independence. Affected staff should also seek permission from the Senior Management Team if they wish to hold a non-public facing official role in a political party. If this is an issue, please do raise this with us as soon as possible.
Friends of the Earth is an international community dedicated to protecting the natural world and the wellbeing of everyone in it. We lead campaigns, provide resources and information, and drive real solutions to the environmental problems facing us all.
We are part of an international community dedicated to protecting the natural world and the wellbeing of everyone in it.



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| Position |Multiple Disadvantage Independent Sexual Violence Advocate (ISVA)
| Salary | £30-32k dependent on experience
| Contract type | Permanent- Full time
| Remote/Hybrid | Hybrid
| Days in office | 3 days
| Overview and key points on the role | Rape Crisis South London is looking for a skilled, passionate and professional Multiple Disadvantage ISVA. This is a permanent role with responsibility for supporting women and girls who are survivors of sexual violence, to navigate the criminal justice system. As an Multiple Disadvantage ISVA you will have a good understanding of what constitutes multiple disadvantages, disempowerment, or discrimination, and how they intersect with experiences of sexual violence. You should have experience of providing support to women with multiple complex needs, ideally within the Criminal Justice System. In addition to having excellent interpersonal, communication and facilitation skills you should also be able to develop key relationships with external agencies. You should have demonstrable experience of working with survivors of sexual violence and of working in a trauma-informed way. We will provide clinical supervision, full training and line management, and the opportunity to develop your skillsets. Responsible to the Advocacy service Deputy Manager you will be a key member of the advocacy service, working alongside our ISVA’s and Case Workers in a busy and supportive team.
The post is open to female applicants only as the role is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. RCSL is an equal opportunities employer, and we are particularly keen to receive applications from women underrepresented in management and leadership roles in the violence against women and girls movement. All positions are located in the UK and require the right to work in the UK.
| How to apply | Please apply with an up-to-date CV and cover letter (of up to 1000 words) identifying how you meet the essential and any desirable qualifications, skills and experience
Closing date: 15th June,we will be reviewing applications as we go so may close earlier if we recruit before the closing date.
Specialist South London support for women and girls who have experienced rape and/or childhood sexual abuse.

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Team: Community & Events
Location: Homebased with occasional travel
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £49,655.50 per annum
Contract: Fixed term for 18 months
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Community Fundraising Programme Implementation Manager:
- The role will be responsible for reviewing and strengthening programme delivery across National Community Fundraising to increase long term engagement and net income contribution after the successful roll out of the community fundraising hubs in 2024. Working in collaboration with internal stakeholders, the role will develop the key strategic programmes (Local Corporate Partnerships, DIY Fundraising, Fundraising Volunteers, Local Events & Small Trusts) within National Community Fundraising to enable volunteer and supporter led fundraising to flourish.
- The role will also lead, develop and motivate the National Community Fundraising Assistant and the Community Fundraising Programme Development Officer. The Community Fundraising Programme Development Officer is responsible for delivering short-term projects to improve operational and financial management, to support the implementation of the new National Community Hubs and wider Community & Events strategy.
About the Community & Events team:
- We sit within the Marketing & Income Generation directorate
- The National Community Fundraising team at Cats Protection has recently gone through transformative change, implementing a new community hub structure in six regions across the UK. Leading and enabling community led fundraising in their area, they raise circa £3.5million income per year, making a significant contribution to Cats Protection’s work to make life better for cats.
What we’re looking for in our Community Fundraising Programme Implementation Manager:
- Community Fundraising experience at a senior level
- Programme / product management experience
- Line management experience with track record of developing individuals and leading a team
- Evidence of clear planning including setting objectives, implementation and demonstrable monitoring, review and evaluating skills
- Strong working knowledge of transaction/contact database (preferably CARE NG and/or Microsoft Dynamics)
- Detailed knowledge of the CIoF code of practice
What we can offer you:
- range of health benefits
- 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
- and much more, which you can learn about
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Please contact for a copy of the job description
Application closing date: 5th June 2025
Virtual interview date: 23rd June 2025
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


Job Title: Property Manager
Location: Hybrid Working with a requirement to occasionally work at Head Office (Vauxhall, London) and visit our Refuge sites.
Salary: £49,538.49 per annum (Inclusive of £3000 London Weighting, which may not be applicable depending on your home location)
Contract type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Property Manager to provide high quality support which will give our survivors of domestic violence and their children living in our refuges a safer environment to live.
We are recruiting for a Property Manager to join our growing Property team, we are looking for a committed and knowledgeable person to lead our property asset management. This is an opportunity to support women and children facing multiple barriers to safety and recovery, including survivors with insecure immigration status, experiences of homelessness or substance misuse.
You will provide leadership in day-to-day service delivery, ensuring high standards of property management. You will oversee a portfolio of property for programme of works, lease and contract management and create a contractor supplier database.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in property and contractor management who wants to make a difference for our survivors. You will be supported to develop your knowledge and skills with training and development opportunities.
If you are committed to making a lasting impact in the lives of survivors and thrive in a dynamic and values drive environment, we would love to hear from you.
This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
Closing date: 9.00am on 9 June 2025
Interview date: Week Commencing 16 June 2025
Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services, and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development.
Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.
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Location: Royal Victoria Dock, London
Contract: full time, 11 week fixed term contract, starting no later than 7 July 2025
Salary: £22,391 pro rata
Closing Date: 1st June
Interview: Interviews to be held virtually
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The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is a vibrant and growing charity delivering life changing nautical adventure for young people through the Sea Cadets to give them the best possible head start in life. We also provide personal and professional development opportunities for seafarers with the Marine Society. Working with our staff, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a vision and five-year strategy to take us forward and further improve the astounding contribution already made through our work to the lives of thousands of young people and seafarers, while fully supporting our volunteers who are vital to our success.
We are currently looking for an OTW Project Assistant who will support the delivery of the On The Water project at one of our boating stations in London. The project provides young people from outside Sea Cadets, age 9-14, the opportunity to get on the water, learn new skills and build confidence through boating activity. This is a very varied and rewarding role that requires someone who is self-motivated, inspiring, organised, creative, tenacious, positive, IT competent and with a real interest in people with a attention to detail and real enthusiasm for the project.
Project delivery takes place between 29 July 2024 and 30 August 2025 when the young people will be attending boating sessions. During this busy time the Project Assistant will be based at the boat station each day to complete registration, manage group change overs, track project targets, encourage survey completion and fill booking gaps. Prior to delivery the role will be focused on supporting the booking process and engaging in community outreach. Once delivery is complete, the Project Assistant role will then predominantly be supporting the evaluation and data collection as well as supporting participants to join their local Sea Cadet unit.
Key Responsibilities
- The welcoming and registration of participants for the On The Water project
- Collecting and uploading daily statistics and figures that show how the project is progressing
- Making new and repeat bookings
- Talking to participants and their parents/carers about the opportunities within Sea Cadets
- Managing a waiting list and reducing drop-outs
- Responsible for the safety and wellbeing of participants alongside the Boat Station staff
- Ensure that participants complete surveys to share their experience of the project and encourage adults to feedback on their young people’s experience
- Attend any meetings as required by the project
- Assist with the evaluation of the On The Water project
Requirements
- Previous experience of working with volunteers
- Experience in a customer facing role
- Experience working with young people
- Experience working with diverse community groups or working in outreach
- Experience of tracking targets and managing data
- Self-motivated and able to manage your time and workload effectively
- Flexible and enthusiastic
- Able to work as a team player with creative ideas and solutions who will empower our volunteers to make a difference to the lives of even more young people across the UK
- Satisfactory DBS
For further information, please download the Recruitment Pack.
Benefits
- Flexible Working hours and a hybrid culture
- Cycle to work scheme and Season Ticket Loan
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Life assurance (4x salary) for those that join the pension
- Private medical insurance
- Pension (employer contribution up to 10%)
- Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling
- Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential.
- National staff conference: All employees come together once a year to reflect on the past year and celebrate success at our offsite staff conference. This is a great opportunity to listen to employees' views, and for employees to network, share information and socialize.
Additional Information
MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer.
We recognize our responsibilities to safeguard and protect the young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We do all we can to promote their health, safety and wellbeing, and we expect our staff to share this commitment and work in line with safeguarding policy, the MSSC’s values and ethos of inclusivity. We adhere to safer recruitment practices and therefore employment is subject to detailed pre-employment checks for successful candidates, including references and criminal disclosure checks and the completion of a disclosure questionnaire.
All successful applicants are required to attend safeguarding training and undergo a criminal record check.
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Job Title: Employment Coach
Reporting To: Employment and Skills Programme Manager
Salary: £30,900 per annum
Location: Hybrid with one day in the office in Kings Cross N1 9LG
DBS: This post is subject to an enhanced criminal record check under the arrangements established by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Context of Job
AFK is a national charity helping young disabled people develop their independence and find employment. Our vision is a world where all people living with a disability get to lead the life they choose. As part of this we provide bespoke employment skills training and organise work placements across North London. At a national level, we provide mobility equipment not available on the NHS for disabled children and young people up to the age of 25.
Job Purpose
To support young people with disabilities aged 18 to 25 to progress towards and into employment.
The role will involve liaising with education professionals and employers and brokering new opportunities for supported employment, volunteering, and work placements. You will work with young people to provide specialist one to one coaching, assess, and develop their employability skills and support them towards their own goals and objectives.
Working Conditions
This post is 35 hours per week. The post holder will occasionally be expected to work some evenings and weekends as required by the job.
28 days annual leave will be given in addition to normal public holidays. There is a TOIL Policy.
Principle Responsibilities
· Work with a caseload of individual young people to identify and support their aspirations for future employment and formulate plans to enable them to achieve their goals.
· Contribute to progress reports, reviews, open evenings and other events with education professionals, families, and young people
· Provide intensive 1:1 support in all aspects of employment support.
· Inform and work closely with the Employment Broker on the type of jobs that trainees want sourced, or job carved so that placements can be sought.
· Refer people for specialist advice and support
· Secure voluntary work, work tasters and work experience placements for individuals to support their journey towards employment.
· Work with our experienced Service Delivery Team to deliver or co-ordinate coaching, and training as required.
· Support people in the workplace as required.
· Develop and maintain knowledge of the local labour market and opportunities relating to employment, work experience and volunteering.
· Develop and maintain effective working relationships with local employer groups, statutory, voluntary, and private organizations to support the development of suitable opportunities.
· Engage with businesses that can create employment, volunteering, and work placements, including providing training / advice to employers as required.
· Identify any financial implications for individuals related to part time employment and disability benefits.
· Monitor the progress of individuals and keep appropriate records.
· Undertake necessary administrative duties relating to the role.
· Undertake learning and development as identified through regular appraisals and reviews.
· Carry out other duties as deemed appropriate to the post by the Executive Director of Services.
Please see the application pack for full details and the person specification.
We will be actively interviewing so applicants are advised to apply early.
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining why you are suitable for the role
Our vision is a world where there are no barriers to independence for children and young people who are disabled or neurodiverse.
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Credible and strong governance. Smooth operations. Impacting the future.
Company Secretarial Assistant
£40,000 - £45,000 (+ )
Reports to: Deputy Company Secretary
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time 35 hours per week
Location: Stratford, London . Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office)
Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
Closing date: 13 June 2025 23:55
This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. If you require more time to apply as part of a reasonable adjustment, please contact as soon as possible.
Recruitment process: Two competency-based interviews with an exercise
Interview date: From the week commencing 09 June 2025
How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to fully complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively.
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who wants to develop their skills, someone like you.
The Company Secretariat team are essential in safeguarding Cancer Research UK. This strong-performing and respected team play a leading role in ensuring the charity is compliant with the Charity Commission and UK regulations.
As a Company Secretarial Assistant, your purpose will be to collaborate with the Company Secretariat team to support Cancer Research UK's Trustees, CEO, Executive team, General Counsel & Company Secretary in delivering an effective and efficient approach to the charity's governance. You will gain exposure to and support the Council and its Committees, internal boards, senior leaders across the organisation, and the Executive team where appropriate.
You will have a valuable impact on the charity by strengthening the Company Secretariat's governance processes and systems, ensuring they are fit for the future in line with best practices, ultimately contributing to the smooth running of the function and both Cancer Research UK's operational management and success.
If you have experience in Board/Committee administration with a demonstrable understanding of what good governance looks like, we would love for you to join our mission.
What will I be doing?
Collaborating with the CEO, General Counsel & Company Secretary, Deputy Company Secretary, and other members of the Company Secretariat team to strengthen the foundations of the Company Secretariat function at Cancer Research UK, including:
Providing Secretariat support to some of the Council's Committees and other Secretariat meetings:
This includes making logistical arrangements for meetings, writing Committee Chair briefings, attending meetings, drafting minutes and actions for approval by the Committee Chair, and liaising with meeting members and senior stakeholders on all aspects of Committee business.
Improving the effectiveness and efficiency of Company Secretariat activities and processes by creating and/or reviewing standard templates, policies, standard operating procedures and checklists, and technology (including the use of AI).
Supporting submissions of Cancer Research UK's annual report and accounts, and annual related processes (e.g. declarations of interest).
Supporting the ongoing management of the charity's organisational policies, requirements, and guidance.
Supporting the Deputy Company Secretary and collaborating with the Legal team to review Cancer Research UK's group structure, aiming to rationalise and consolidate where appropriate.
Supporting the Company Secretariat team in organising and delivering internal and external-facing activities relating to the Council and its Committees.
Providing input into other projects or initiatives when required.
Supporting the Deputy Company Secretary in maintaining the charity's registers and records of charitable corporate and fundraising registrations.
This includes supporting in maintaining compliance with statutory reporting and filing requirements in relevant jurisdictions for the group entities and subsidiaries.
What skills will I need?
Significant experience in Board/Committee administration (including minute-taking and supporting Board and Committee members).
Proven knowledge of governance requirements and best practices with a strong understanding of what good governance looks like.
For example, annual reporting & accounts, disclosures, regulators & commissions (e.g. the charity commission), legal compliance, and policy.
Strong planning, prioritisation, and organisational skills with a background in managing a complex and diverse workload while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
Built relationships at all levels (including senior leaders) using a diplomatic and confidential approach with effective communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
Comfortable and efficient using Microsoft Office (including SharePoint, MS Teams, and managing hybrid meetings).
Ideally, CGI UK qualified (Chartered Governance Institute- formerly ICSA Institute of Chartered Secretaries & Administrators) or equivalent.
This is desirable, meaning we welcome applicants without this qualification.
Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.
Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination
Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism
Human: Act to have a positive impact on people
Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively
We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.
If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you.
What will I gain?
We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.
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Senior Specialist - Data
Location: London, Delhi or Accra
The Clean Air Fund is looking to recruit a Senior Specialist - Data to join our team in London, Delhi or Accra. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing organisation whose mission is to use philanthropic grants to catalyse a reduction in air pollution.
As a Senior Specialist - Data with Clean Air Fund, you will play a central role in shaping and delivering our data strategy. You will design, manage and evaluate a range of grants and projects that improve access to and use of air quality data. From emissions to impact assessments, your work will help ensure data drives action; influencing policy, empowering campaigners and supporting partners across our global programmes.
You’ll also contribute to strategic research, stakeholder engagement, fundraising and internal capacity building - supporting efforts that span global, thematic and in-country initiatives.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Demonstrable experience managing projects or grants in the philanthropic, nonprofit or public sector
- Technical knowledge of air quality, atmospheric science or climate data systems
- Strong skills in stakeholder engagement and partnership development
- Analytical skills and experience with research, data gathering and synthesis
- A proactive, adaptable approach, with excellent communication and teamworking abilities
- A commitment to our mission and values: collaborative, dynamic and evidence-informed
For more information on this role, as well as the full person specification, please see the job description.
- Closing date - 5th June
- Salary: GBP 42,840 - 50,870 / INR 3,130,000 - 4,013,000 / GHS 319,300 - 410,100
- Type of employment - Full time, permanent
As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, returning parents, carers or any other aspect which makes them unique. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps we can take to ensure that the recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable. We are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of our employees from all forms of harm.
We work with governments, funders, businesses and campaigners to deliver clean air for all as fast as possible.





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Finance Manager
Advocacy After Fatal Domestic Abuse (AAFDA) was founded by Frank Mullane in memory of his sister Julia Pemberton and her son Will who were both killed by her ex-partner in 2003.
Each year, around 150 families lose a loved one to domestic homicide. The actual number of suicides as a result of domestic abuse remains unknown. AAFDA’s prime function is to provide families in England and Wales with specialist peer support and expert and specialist advocacy for the range of statutory reviews that will take place after domestic homicide.
As a growing charity, AAFDA is looking for an exceptional candidate to join our supportive team and lead our finance and resource management functions. The role will provide and manage the HR, administration and finance activities of the charity and sit within the Senior Leadership Team.
This role is offered on a full-time basis (subject to funding). Although home based, occasional travel will be required. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and strongly encourage applications from those with Black and/or Minoritised backgrounds.
Role - Finance Manager
Reports to: CEO/Deputy CEO
Location: Home Based (with occasional travel required)
Salary: £36,000 per annum (full-time equivalent), depending on skills and experience.
Contract Hours: Full Time / 40 hours per week. Permanent subject to funding
ROLE OVERVIEW
AAFDA (Advocacy After Fatal Domestic Abuse) is a growing Charity and to meet the demands of this growth, we are looking for a full time Finance and Resources Manager to join our team.
MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE
To work with the Board, CEO and Deputy CEO to ensure efficient and effective financial management, including setting and monitoring budgets, producing financial reports, and overseeing day to day financial management, including payroll and bookkeeping via Quickbooks, and providing advice and guidance, to inform the development and delivery of AAFDA’s strategy and business plan.
To work with the CEO and Deputy CEO to ensure that AAFDA meets its funder obligations, including reporting on time, gathering data from across the team and compiling reports for CEO/Deputy CEO sign off.
To work with Trustees and staff to ensure AAFDA fulfils its legal and regulatory requirements, including; coordinating the implementation of health and safety, GDPR and other policies and procedures; leading on human resources support; and overseeing office management and IT. Note that specialist HR advice and support and IT are provided to AAFDA by external contractors.
The role provides and manages the HR, administration and finance activities of the Charity and sits within the Senior Leadership Team.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
· Ensuring the day-to-day financial and accounting operations (Quickbooks) are delivered and maintained.
· Administering and managing Payroll, expenses, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, managing the bank including reconciliations and other financial management.
· Managing AAFDA’s budget planning, monitoring and review and year-end accounts processes.
· Meeting AAFDA’s funder reporting deadlines, including oversight of the compilation of information for the funder and the provision of financial reports.
· Supporting the development of AAFDA’s strategy and business plan including providing financial projections and conducting risk analysis as and when required.
· Ensuring effective day-to-day management of book-keeping and financial administration.
· Ensuring financial, payroll and data protection policies and procedures comply with relevant legislation/regulations, reflect best practice and are applied throughout AAFDA, reporting non-compliance to the CEO and/or Deputy CEO.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Finance:
· In conjunction with the Leadership team, undertake regular finance operational duties including;
- Preparation and setting of a three-year outline budget to accompany AAFDA’s three-year strategy.
- Preparation and setting of the annual budget.
- quarterly reviews – including cashflow and operational re-forecasts.
- Monthly management accounts and variance analysis.
· Prepare quarterly finance reports for the Board, including variance analysis, re-forecasts and ad-hoc reports, as necessary.
· Assist the third-party accountant with the preparation of year-end accounts.
· Manage and operate the internal finance and accounting systems and databases.
· Oversee delivery of payroll, through the use of third-party providers software and using the staff time management recording system.
· Manage all staff expense systems and ensure compliance with relevant AAFDA policies.
· Manage and operate a purchasing system and ensure appropriate levels of pre-expenditure financial authorisation are in place and followed and that suppliers are paid on a timely basis.
· Ensure that all receivables are billed and collected on a timely basis.
· Be the main contact with and management of, the day-to-day operations of the Charity’s banking arrangements, seeking secondary authorisations where required.
· Ensure compliance with HMRC, including monitoring VAT threshold, tax and gift aid, and undertake necessary returns where necessary.
· Commission specialist VAT and other financial advice as required and in conjunction with the Board and CEO/DCEO.
· Support and advise the Trustees, CEO, Deputy CEO and other Leadership Team colleagues with financial forecasting/planning, and allocation and funding of staff and other resources.
· Support Fundraising staff with preparing and managing grant applications and project budgets with the aim of ensuring a minimum of full-cost recovery and provide financial implementation data to enable the Charity to comply with any grant reporting obligations, including by creating and maintaining records of costs by grant received.
Effective Organisational Administration
· Oversee policy and procedure development and implementation, including safeguarding, data protection, Health and Safety, complaints, etc, in conjunction with other Leadership Team members.
· Conduct horizon scanning and recommend opportunities to revise policies and procedures to ensure legal/regulatory compliance and/or in line with best practice.
· Review, improve and ensure implementation of project management processes.
· Ensure appropriate equipment and infrastructure resources are in place for staff, volunteers and Trustees.
· Ensure insurance is in place for all activity and potential organisational risks.
· Continually improve and manage operational costs and budget.
· Collaborate with colleagues to ensure optimal use of the AAFDA customer relationship, case management, time recording, expense management and other operational systems.
Other
· To work with the Trustees, CEO/DCEO and staff to develop and implement the strategy and business plan.
· Provide support for effective governance.
· Take part in Leadership Team meetings.
· To work with the rest of the staff team to carry out any other task or project required from time to time, as directed by the CEO or Deputy CEO.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
ESSENTIAL
Experience
Experience of the range of financial management and management accounting, including analysis and commentary.
Experience of audits, invoices, bank reconciliations, accounts payable and accounts receivable and budget preparation.
Experience of working with and co-ordinating income and expenditure across multi-project budgets.
Ability to work to tight deadlines and some ad hoc schedules.
Knowledge
Knowledge of financial regulations and accounting processes.
Working knowledge of using QuickBooks.
Knowledge of health and safety legislation and employment law.
An understanding of equality, diversity, inclusivity and intersectionality and how this relates to this role.
Skills
Strong attention to detail with a strong sense of commerciality and value for money.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage time-sensitive tasks.
Ability to work flexibly and occasionally out of hours.
Other
Ability to manage payroll and HR administration.
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel.
DESIRABLE
Experience of charity sector accounting/finance.
Experience or understanding of project management.
Experience of line managing staff or volunteers.
Experience of developing and delivering HR, IT, Health & Safety, and data protection policy and procedures.
An understanding of the needs of families impacted by domestic abuse and/or domestic homicide.