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WORKING WITH US
The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.
We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.
As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.
To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page.
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ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
We are looking to appoint a new SEND Consultant to our central team of subject specialists. We want to hear from experienced teachers who have gained experience in a middle leadership role, and who have a track record of raising achievement within a department. The successful applicant will join an established team of specialists, working to further raise standards and further drive improvement across the Harris Federation. The role of SEND Consultant is an exciting post providing enormous scope for a talented and creative practitioner to work collaboratively across a group of academies.
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MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
The role will be multi-faceted and involve coaching and mentoring, sharing of best practice, developing robust improvement strategies, assisting Harris academies in recruitment and selection, helping to establish new departments or lead rapid recovery where required. Our central team consultants work strategically with Principals, senior leadership teams and support academy departments to improve standards and the outcomes for our students.
As a senior leader, you will have the opportunity to develop and advance your career within a Federation established in developing practitioners and nurturing excellent future leaders. You will have unrivalled opportunities for progression; whatever your aspirations as a senior leader, our Teaching School Alliance provides a range of bespoke courses and qualifications, including our Aspiring Leaders NPQSL and NPQH programmes to help you achieve your ambitions more quickly. The Federation operates twin Teaching Schools as well as a number of highly successful CPD Networks, and the post holder would have the opportunity to play a key role in this work.
We are looking for an experienced teacher with a deep passion for SEND. Our consultant roles are suitable for those with management experience (ideally but not necessarily at Head of Department level or alternatively be an aspirant Leading Practitioner). The post would suit an ambitious middle leader looking either to broaden their expertise and responsibilities, or who may be considering a future leadership pathway to their first headship. Although based at the Harris Federation offices close to East Croydon Station (with fast access to central London and the M25), the role will mostly be located within the academies.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The post work suit an ambitious middle leaders with at least three years' SEND teaching experience and two years in a management role such as SENDCo or Co-SENDCo. A thorough understanding of the needs of students with SEND and Quality First Teaching is essential.
We look for talented individuals who want to be a part of transforming education in London, and helping create exceptional places of learning. The successful applicant will be resilient, creative and a dynamic practitioner, and must hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant degree. You will be fully supported through a comprehensive Induction Programme both within and across the Harris Federation.
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APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION
If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Kassy O'Keefe via email: [email protected].
Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date.
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OUR VISION & VALUES
Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed.
We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that’s why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Safeguarding Notice
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Equal Opportunities
The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.
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WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.
You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
- Annual performance and loyalty bonus
- Teachers' Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
- Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
- Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
- Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
- Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
- 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
- Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans
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Background to the role
Job description
Job Purpose
- Carry out home repairs and maintenance work for older people and/or their carers across East London.
- Support AUKEL Home & Settle service in providing support to aid hospital discharge.
- Carry out home security checks and advise and fit crime safety devices/adaptations.
- Deliver person centred service to diverse communities across East London.
Key Tasks
- Fitting installations to instructions from Social Workers / Occupational Therapists e.g.,
- key safes
- fitting grab rails
- banister rails
- raised toilet seats
- telephone extensions
- fixing commodes to the floor
- fixing down loose floor covering
- Installation of security devices and smoke alarms.
- Relocation of furniture – set-up of micro-environments to aid hospital discharge.
- Draft proofing
- Delivery of equipment as required e.g. emergency heaters, walking frames etc.
- Carry out home safety checks advising on crime safety devices and adaptations and fitting as required.
- Taking care of cleaning of tools and equipment and checking they are in good working order meeting health & safety requirements.
- Ensure that the service user’s home is left clean and tidy on completion of the work and be responsible for the safe and proper removal of waste and debris.
- Taking responsibility, whilst using, AUKEL vehicle(s) ensuring that are in a roadworthy condition and reporting any concerns to Line Manager.
- Carpentry, minor plumbing, minor electrical work
- Working closely and supporting AUKEL volunteers.
Administration
- Keeping detailed records of jobs completed e.g., time taken, materials used, cost.
- Keep accurate records of customer donations.
Quality
- Provide services in accordance with Health & Safety Legislation.
- Supporting the maintenance of Foundations Quality Mark by providing excellent services and customer support
Liaison
- Home & Settle Hospital Discharge Services
- Home & Care Services
- Bart’s Health NHS Trust Royal London, Newham & Whipps Cross Hospitals
- Homerton University Hospital
- Adult Social Care
- Wider AUKEL services
General
- Meet regularly with line manager for support, supervision and appraisal.
- To attend team and staff meetings, (and other meetings) as required.
- To undertake any training required to be completed to fulfil the role e.g., Trusted Assessor training;
- To undertake any other duties within the competence of the post holder as may be required from time to time for the continued smooth running of AUKEL.
- Carry out the duties of the post in accordance with Age UK’s East London’s policies and procedures including Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, Confidentiality, Complaints, GDPR, Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults.
Functional Links
- The role is supervised and supported by the Senior Handyperson
- Hospital Discharge Project Co-Ordinators: Royal London Hospital, Homerton Hospital and Whipps Cross Hospital.
- Wider AUKEL services
- Facilities Manager.
Person Specification
Research shows that while middle class white men tend to apply for job when they meet around 60% of the criteria, women, people from the global majority, and people from other marginalised groups that encounter systematic discrimination tend to apply only when they meet all criteria. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don’t meet every single aspect of the job description, please still apply!
Essential/Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a diverse community
- Experience of working in a domestic environment
- Demonstrable experience of working as a handyperson
Knowledge & Understanding
Essential
- Understanding of confidentiality policy and practice
- An awareness of and sensitivity to the needs of older people
- Awareness of health and safety issues, risk assessment, COSHH, RIDDOR etc.
- Understanding of the impact of discrimination and disadvantage on the lives of people and ability to work in a trauma-informed manner.
- Understanding and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and their carers.
- Understanding of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, including the impact of discrimination and disadvantage on our clients, as well as a commitment to investing in increasing your own awareness of EDI issues so you can contribute to making our organisation as equitable and inclusive as possible
Desirable
- Trusted Assessor Trained
Skills/Attributes
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Good planning and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to prioritise and manage time and resources in a competent manner
- Ability to drive with a clean licence (electric vehicle available for day time use for candidates over the age of 30 years), Under 30 years car allowance will be paid.
- Can demonstrate AUKEL values (accountable, kind, flexible, inclusive, collaborative) in the way the service is delivered.
- Commitment to learning and development and reflective practice.
Desirable
- Ability to speak a community language
Additional Requirements
- This post is subject to the relevant check through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)
- Ability to travel throughout AUKEL areas of benefit
- Flexibility in working hours to meet organisational needs.
Additional Information
- This job description is not intended to be exhaustive, but rather to clearly define the fundamental purpose, responsibilities and deliverables for the role.
- In addition to the contents of this role description, employees are expected to undertake any and all other reasonable and related tasks allocated by line management.
Director of Engagement & Fundraising
Location: London (Hybrid)
Salary: £140,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Every child deserves to be safe, loved, and free from abuse. At the NSPCC, that belief drives everything we do.
We are the UK’s oldest and largest children’s charity, and today our mission has never been more urgent. From tackling the challenges of online safety to delivering vital frontline services, we are responding every day to the changing world children are growing up in. children.
This is a pivotal moment for the NSPCC. We are establishing an Engagement & Fundraising Directorate to modernise how we connect with supporters and unlock new opportunities for growth and that is why we are on the hunt to find a bold, visionary, and collaborative leader to join us as our Director of Engagement & Fundraising.
What You’ll Do:
As our new Director, you will lead the charge in transforming our income generation strategy and driving sustainable growth. You’ll inspire and empower teams to achieve their best, champion supporter-first thinking and strengthen our brand and digital presence to reach more people than ever before. Sitting at the heart of our Executive Board, you’ll shape strategy, spark innovation and deliver real impact for children on a national scale.
This is an opportunity to shape the future of the NSPCC and ensure we can protect children for generations to come.
Who You Are:
You will bring a proven record of driving income growth at scale, with deep expertise in fundraising and supporter engagement, including digital. You’ll be an experienced leader of large, diverse teams, skilled at guiding transformation with clarity and resilience. Strategic yet hands-on, you combine vision with execution and you are an outstanding communicator who can inspire trust and build strong relationships at every level.
Above all, you’ll be driven by the belief that together, we can end child abuse.
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Click below to view our full Candidate Pack for everything you need to know including how to apply.
Closing date: Wednesday 8th October, 9am.
The FEA are recruiting a fixed term Director of Operations and Impact (maternity cover), who will have responsibility for FEA’s operations, culture, governance and impact and evaluation over the coming year.
Working closely with the co-CEOs and Senior Leadership Team, you will oversee the FEA's core operational functions while ensuring seamless continuity and momentum in this strategic direction. You will line manage key staff, steward relationships with external partners, and ensure that the FEA's culture and systems enable the whole organisation to thrive during this important transition.
This is a strategic leadership role that combines operational expertise with a strong focus on learning and impact, perfect for a leader who values the unique contribution that skilled interim leadership can make at key organisational moments.
Key dates
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Applications close: Monday 13 October (9am)
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First round interviews: Wednesday 29 October (online)
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Final interviews: Wednesday 5 November (in person at the Fair Education Alliance office in London)
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Start date: early January 2026
ImpactEd Consulting is acting as recruitment advisor to FEA on this appointment.
No child’s success should be limited by their socioeconomic background.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We’re recruiting a new Director to lead us into our 35th year and beyond.
The successful candidate will build on the organisation’s rich history and legacy of exposing and opposing state secrecy, surveillance, repression and violence; and supporting and resourcing struggles for rights, liberties, transparency, and democracy.
They will be strategic, cooperative and adaptable, and have strong organisational, coordination and communication skills.
Find out more in the full role description and application information, attached below.
On 19 September we hosted an information session for interested applicants via Zoom. If you would like access to the recording, please contact our Head of Communications (details on our website).
Please note: This is role is only open to applicants with the right to work in the UK. If you do not already have the right to work in the UK, we regret that we are unable to assist with obtaining a visa.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a digital innovator with a passion for creating meaningful change? Join us as Digital Products Owner and help shape the future for young people around the world.
In this exciting role, you’ll play a key part in delivering inclusive, engaging, and effective digital products that support young people to build confidence, develop skills, and access opportunities for self-employment or employment. Your work will directly contribute to positive outcomes for both young people and our global network of supporters.
A major focus of your role will be leading the redesign and development of our global business simulation game – a flagship digital product that underpins our wider strategic programmes. This next-generation learning tool will support young learners through engaging, practical, and interactive business challenges. You’ll lead the development roadmap, incorporating gamification, AI-driven enhancements, and innovative approaches to learning that work in both blended and fully digital environments.
Working closely with our digital and design team, regional colleagues, delivery partners, and other stakeholders, you’ll ensure all products align with our overarching proposition and global strategy. You’ll take a consultative, collaborative approach, using your digital expertise to shape decisions and maintain high standards of quality, accessibility, and impact.
You will bring strong product management skills, a user-centred mindset, and an understanding of emerging technologies such as generative AI and immersive learning design. Experience working in agile environments, managing complex stakeholder needs, and delivering scalable digital solutions is essential.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-impact product that will reach thousands of young people worldwide, helping them thrive in a changing world of work.
Ready to lead digital innovation with purpose?
Apply now and help us build the tools that unlock potential and transform futures.
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Talent Set is thrilled to be partnering with our sector leading client on an exceptional opportunity for a Senior Philanthropy Manager. This pivotal role will spearhead the expansion of their major donor portfolio, driving strategic donor engagement, cultivating new relationships, and mentoring a high-performing team as they transition to a more proactive philanthropy model.
We’re seeking a dynamic major donor fundraiser leader with a proven ability to grow donor portfolios, navigate change, and inspire teams—someone who thrives on building meaningful connections and delivering measurable impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and nurture relationships with major donors, identifying new prospects and deepening existing partnerships
- Lead the creation and execution of strategic fundraising plans in collaboration with the wider team
- Analyse donor data and giving trends to refine approaches and maximise results
- Deliver clear, insightful reporting to senior leadership, ensuring transparency and accountability
- Manage and coach a high-performing team, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation
Person Specification
- Demonstrated success in expanding major donor portfolios through creative and persistent strategies with the ability to manage a team to success
- Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholder groups
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into action
- Adaptable, self-motivated, and collaborative—comfortable working both independently and within a team
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary: £60,000
- Flexible hybrid working: 2–3 days per week in the office or attending donor meetings
- Part time and compressed working options available
How to apply
To apply, please submit your CV via the 'Apply Now' button. Kindly note that applications via email will not be considered. We aim to respond to successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set is dedicated to inclusive recruitment practices and ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants—regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We warmly welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are happy to make reasonable adjustments to support a fair and accessible recruitment process.
Contract: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week)
Location: Hybrid – three days a week in London office
Closing date: 28 September
Benefits: 25 days holiday plus four days paid Christmas leave 5–6% pension, healthcare cash plan, season ticket loan, wellbeing days, and more.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Partnerships to join the ambitious team at Whizz Kidz, the UK’s leading charity for young wheelchair users. Reporting to the Director of Fundraising and Communications, you’ll lead and shape the vision and work of the Corporate Partnerships team at a pivotal time for the charity.
This is an exciting leadership role where you’ll develop and deliver significant relationships with companies large and small, create compelling funding proposals, and lead a high-performing team to maximise income and impact for young wheelchair users across the UK. You’ll play a key part in building the Whizz Kidz brand, growing influence, and driving transformational change for young people.
To be successful as the Head of Partnerships, you will need:
- Senior-level experience in corporate partnerships or fundraising, with a track record of securing and managing multi-year, high-value partnerships.
- Outstanding communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to inspire and lead a team.
- Strong strategic thinking, creativity, and the drive to deliver against ambitious income targets.
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Emma on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected].
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
If you would like to discuss this role with us please quote the reference 2713EI.
The Role
The Law Society is the professional body for solicitors in England and Wales. Members of the Governance team support our elected and appointed members, who are solicitors drawn from a wide variety of types of legal practice and different sectors of the community.
This is a critical role in the effective operations for the Law Society Council, the Board and their committees which will include:
* drafting agendas, minutes, workplans and action lists
* collating and distributing meeting materials electronically, and
* assisting with the appointment and reappointment processes for committee members and committee chairs and other governance projects.
Within the Governance team you will play a key role supporting a variety of committees that report to the Law Society Board or the Council covering a range of matters central to the work of the Law Society and our relationship with the profession and wider stakeholders.
What we're looking for
You must have excellent minute-taking skills coupled with excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work flexibly in response to changing priorities.
You will also have excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal with sometimes demanding individuals and competing priorities and high level of attention to detail.
What's in it for you
This is an excellent opportunity to work in an organisation which has recently achieved gold accreditation from Investors in People in recognition of its work over the last few years focusing on being an employer of choice for people who want to make a difference. The successful candidate will join an organisation with a reputation for excellence and legal expertise, committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and a culture of trust, clarity and respect.
We offer hybrid working, a generous flexible benefits package, a friendly working environment and the opportunity to develop your career within a professional organisation.
Please note: if you are an internal applicant, Pay Policy will apply.
The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and other decision makers, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors.
Designed by families, for families, The Ark was opened in September 2019 by the Mayor of London. The grounds offer wheelchair accessible outdoor experiences, including a Woodland Walk through a 7-acre nature reserve, a hydrotherapy pool and overnight suites for families to be close to their loved ones. At The Ark we are able to provide Specialist Care and Nursing for babies, children and young people, supporting their full clinical, emotional, social and practical needs. We have created a space where children who are seriously unwell are accepted as they are, safe to play, explore, express themselves and build confidence.
Rated as ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission, the charity has had a sustained period of growth over the last two years and we are looking for high quality employees to come and be a part of that success.
Our expert staff and trained volunteers provide clinical, emotional and practical support for families across North and Central London and Herts Valley. We carefully adapt our support for every child and offer it wherever it is required - whether in their home, their community or at our state-of-the-art children’s hospice building, The Ark, in Barnet.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Corporate Partnerships are a key area of growth for Noah’s Ark Fundraising and is pivotal to not just income generation but also brand awareness for the work that we do. The role feeds into our Major Donor and Corporate income streams. Philanthropy & Partnerships is a real area of expertise for Noah’s Ark, with much scope for further growth.
The Corporate Partnerships Manager will work in close collaboration with the Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager and build a cohesive way of working to ensure that we are maximising impact for the charity and its beneficiaries.
Purpose - The Corporate Partnerships Manager works with the Head of Philanthropy & Partnerships, steward existing relationships, and develop a healthy corporate prospects pipeline in order to achieve agreed income targets. The role is also key in delivering our special events and campaigns in collaboration with our Special Events Manager. This includes our annual matched-funding campaign, The Winter Ball and the Noah’s Ark Golf Day – which most recently raised £1m, £400,000 and £104,000 respectively.
ABOUT YOU
You will be a dedicated, organised and reliable individual. You will show determination and have an ability to read people and situations intuitively. An exceptional and eloquent communicator, excellent at managing your time and a natural relationship builder.
You will ideally have experience of account managing five and six figure partnerships as well as demonstable new business wins – and therefore, have a growth mind-set for an ambitious corporate team. You will be willing to liaise with colleagues across the fundraising team and wider charity to create the greatest outcomes for the children and families we support.
Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from groups who are currently under-represented in our staff.
Our diversity council is working hard to construct positive changes within our organisation. We are a disabilty confident employer and part of our commitment is to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for a job vacancy and consider them on their abilities.
We help children who are seriously unwell make the most of every day





Salary: £53,000 - £55,000
Contract: Full time - Maternity cover (13 months)
Location: Home-based - must be based in the UK
Closing date: 1st October
Benefits: Flexible working, supportive leadership, opportunity to shape strategy, and lead a growing team
We have a great opportunity for a Head of High Value Fundraising to join a fantastic health charity, reporting to the Director of Fundraising. This is an exciting chance to lead a high-performing team at a time of record investment and strategic growth. With income set to double compared to three years ago, this role offers the opportunity to shape direction, secure transformational gifts, and work closely with senior leadership.
As part of this role, you will lead a team of 10, personally cultivate six-figure gifts across a mixed portfolio of corporates, trusts and major donors, and collaborate across the organisation to develop compelling donor propositions.
To be successful as the Head of High Value Fundraising, you will need:
• Extensive experience in corporate partnerships and high-value fundraising
• Proven track record of securing six-figure gifts and managing seven-figure budgets
• Strong leadership, relationship management, and strategic planning skills
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Heather and quote reference 2705HB
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency. We use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector — you can read more about our commitment to diversity on our website.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received, the charity reserves the right to end the application period sooner.
Salary: £55,000–£58,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Contract: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week)
Location: Hybrid – three days a week in London office
Closing date: 28 September
Benefits: 25 days holiday plus four days paid Christmas leave 5–6% pension, healthcare cash plan, season ticket loan, wellbeing days, and more.
We have a brilliant opportunity for a Head of Trusts and Foundations to join the ambitious team at Whizz Kidz, the UK’s leading charity for young wheelchair users. Reporting to the Director of Fundraising and Communications, you’ll lead a team of five and shape the vision and delivery of trust, foundation, statutory and lottery fundraising.
This is a pivotal role where you’ll personally secure gifts of £50K–£1M, manage relationships with major funders, and create compelling funding proposals that drive income and impact. You’ll work closely with service teams, finance, and senior leadership to ensure Whizz Kidz continues to grow its influence and support for young wheelchair users across the UK.
To be successful as the Head of Trusts and Foundations, you will need:
- Senior-level experience in trust and foundation fundraising, including securing six-figure and multi-year donations.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.
- Proven leadership and team management experience, with a proactive and collaborative approach.
If you’re passionate about creating societal change and want to lead a high-performing team making a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Emma on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected].
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
If you would like to discuss this role with us please quote the reference 2714EI.
Location: Home-based with regular travel to the Guildford office
Job Type: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £39,867.66 - £44,297.40
Benefits: 27 days holiday bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles), perk scheme access, life assurance, paid compassionate leave, enhanced sick pay, Cycling UK membership plus many more staff benefits.
There’s never been a better time to join the team at Cycling UK! We have launched an ambitious new strategy – and we want you to be part of it. There are loads of reasons to love cycling, even if you’re not someone who cycles. From cutting pollution, to making us healthier and happier, cycling can help us all thrive.
We are seeking an individual who can help us unlock the potential of our organisation by identifying opportunities to create and grow impactful products and services. This is a unique opportunity to take the intelligence and expertise of a 145-year-old membership organisation and reimagine our proposition for thousands of individuals and organisations.
This role leads on our strategy to developing and selling new products and services. As well as identifying opportunities from across the charity yourself, we envisage you will be looking at our approach to our online shop, cycle friendly employer accreditation as well as membership and insurance related products. As the charity’s expert in product development, you will educate and inspire the charity in what you do. You will ensure that we hit our financial targets whilst building a portfolio of commercial opportunities that align with Cycling UKs mission and values.
Explore the attached job description for full details on this exciting opportunity. Complete the application form expressing why you are the right candidate for this opening. Focus on gearing your supporting statement to exemplify how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role, directly referring to the person specification. This enables the selection panel to assess your relative strengths against the specified criteria.
We are an inclusive organisation and would particularly welcome applications from candidates from a broad range of backgrounds. We strongly believe that diversity strengthens our work. If you are already passionate about cycling, that’s great, many of us are too! But if you are simply really excellent at what you do, no matter what your background, that is what matters most to us.
The role is home based in the UK, with regular travel to our offices in London and Guildford.
Applications close at 9:00am on the closing date shown
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Role Overview:
The Talent Set is excited to be working with one of our favourite international development charity clients as they search for a Strategic Communications Consultant to support them for an exciting 3-month contract to help shape and deliver high-impact messaging that drives change.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a strategic communications plan aligned with their mission and advocacy goals.
- Craft compelling narratives and key messages to support fundraising, partnerships, and programme visibility.
- Lead the creation of content across digital, media, and stakeholder engagement channels.
- Provide crisis communications support and media training to internal teams.
- Monitor performance metrics and adjust strategies for maximum impact.
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging across regions.
Person specification:
- Proven experience in strategic communications, ideally within the international development, NGO, or non-profit sector.
- Excellent writing and storytelling ability, with a track record of creating compelling content for diverse audiences and platforms.
- Strong strategic thinking skills – able to link communications objectives to broader organisational goals.
- Ability to work independently and proactively, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels, including media, donors, and community partners.
- Experience in crisis or reputational communications and the ability to respond calmly and strategically under pressure.
- Collaborative and adaptable, comfortable working across time zones and within virtual teams.
What’s on offer
- A day rate of £350 a day umbrella.
- A flexible hybrid working pattern is on offer with 1 day per-week in the organisation’s London-based office.
- An initial 3-month contract in a fantastic organisation.
Interested?
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role.
Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner charity are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process
Individual Giving Manager
Job Description
Salary: £ 40,000 -£45,000 PRO RATA for 0.6 FTE £24,000 to £27,000 per annum 21 hours a week
Contract length: Permanent
Location:Thames21’s main office at the Guildhall, City of London; we also offer hybrid working
Responsible to: Head of Fundraising
About Thames21:
Thames21 is an environmental charity that works with communities to restore and look after rivers, water, and nature across London and the Thames Basin.
Diversity at Thames21
Thames21 is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve across London and the Thames Basin. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and lived experiences.
Purpose of the job:
We are seeking a results-driven and ambitious Individual Giving Manager to lead and grow our individual giving programme from the ground up. This role will deliver inspiring campaigns that boost engagement and drive unrestricted income, helping Thames21 achieve its mission. You’ll join a successful and ambitious fundraising team to support the charity’s growth.
Main duties and responsibilities
Campaigns & Income Growth
- Plan, establish, and deliver Individual Giving at Thames21 to maximise unrestricted income.
- Develop and deliver digital marketing campaigns (social media, e-newsletters) to acquire, retain, and upgrade donors.
- Design and deliver major campaigns such as Christmas/end-of-year giving and Earth Raise in Year 1.
- Produce high-impact, supporter-focused copy for appeals, landing pages, forms, and stewardship content.
- Maintain brand-consistent collateral, templates, and thank-you materials.
- Collaborate across teams to identify IG opportunities and create engaging stories backed by impact data.
- Achieve growth from five- to six-figures over 3 years
- Use test-and-learn approaches to refine campaign performance and donor engagement.
Supporter Journeys & Stewardship
- Ensure Donorfy is configured to support individual giving, maximise income, and strengthen relationships, in consultation with the CRM Manager.
- Design and implement personalised supporter journeys via digital channels (e.g. Mailchimp), with timely follow-ups and tailored messaging.
- Improve retention and upgrade rates using targeted communications and segmentation.
- Ensure high-quality donor touchpoints align with organisational messaging.
- Provide stewardship for community and sports fundraising
- Collaborate on planning and delivery of donor and supporter stewardship events and initiatives.
Data, Insight & Compliance
- Conduct audience research with Communications and Engagement teams to inform campaigns.
- Use segmented data to deliver robust analysis and guide decisions.
- Track and report on KPIs, income, ROI, and retention.
- Maintain GDPR/PECR compliance and fundraising best practice.
- Liaise with Finance on acknowledgements, reporting, and Gift Aid.
- Stay ahead of sector trends and apply new ideas to improve performance.
- Collaborate with the CRM Manager to ensure data integrity and effective segmentation.
Other Duties
This job description cannot cover every issue or task that may arise within Thames21. At various times the post-holder will be directed to carry out other reasonable duties in support of other Thames21 activities that are consistent with those in this Job Description.
Person Specification
It is essential that in your application you give evidence or examples of your proven experience in each of the following criteria including the competencies.
Knowledge, skills and competencies:
Essential
Desirable
- Proven experience in the charity sector, ideally in a hands-on role in a small/medium organisation.
- Track record of Individual Giving fundraising, including developing and managing fundraising systems and processes.
- Strong knowledge of Donorfy for segmentation, stewardship, and reporting.
- Proficient in digital fundraising platforms (e.g. JustGiving, Mailchimp), analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics), and social media (LinkedIn, X, Instagram).
- Familiarity with direct debit and regular giving.
- Demonstrable success delivering multichannel fundraising or digital marketing campaigns and managing major appeals (e.g. Big Give).
- Familiarity with and openness to using AI to maximise impact.
- Solid understanding of GDPR, Fundraising Regulator guidance, supporter consent, and Gift Aid.
- Competent with Microsoft Office and online marketing tools.
- Experience negotiating and managing external suppliers (e.g. designers).
- Experience targeting diverse audiences and stakeholders
Skills, Abilities and Behaviours
Essential
- Excellent fundraising copywriting and editing skills
- Confident in analysing and interpreting data to inform decisions
- Highly organised, able to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines
- Proactive problem-solver, able to work both independently and collaboratively
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
- Able to work confidently across departments
- Empathy and understanding of supporter motivations and behaviour
- Understanding of and commitment to Thames21’s values and goals
Additional Information
- The post holder must be willing to occasionally work in the evening and at weekends
- · 25 days paid annual leave are available pro rata plus public holidays
- · Thames21 office is closed between Christmas and New Year in addition to annual
- · Thames21 operate a flexitime system of working with hybrid working optional too
- · Thames21 have an ‘Auto Enrol’ Workplace Pension Scheme with NEST 8% employer contribution
- · 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
- · Laptop & Mobile phone for company use
- · Opportunity to join a recognised workplace union
How to apply
If you wish to apply for this position please submit a CV and a covering letter and please apply via the Charity Jobs website.
- Closing date is 5pm on Monday 20th October 2025.
- Interviews to be held Thursday 6th and Friday 7th November, subject to change
We appreciate the time you will have taken to apply to this role, and we do appreciate that it is disconcerting when you don’t hear back from a role you have applied for. However, due to the high number of applications we expect to receive, we are unable respond to or give feedback on individual applications, but we do want to be able manage expectations. Therefore, if you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.