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ID: 1482 Payroll Officer
Service: Finance Department
Salary: starting at £32,425 FTE per annum, rising to £35,211 FTE per annum, inclusive of Inner London Weighting
Location: London – Head Office, N1 (Hybrid)
We typically work 2 days a week in the office. Our office space is wheelchair accessible.
Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)
We offer flexible working arrangements - please see below for more details.
Contract: Permanent
Family Action & the Role’s Impact:
At Family Action we support people through change, challenge or crisis. It’s what we’ve done for over 150 years. We protect children, support young people and adults and offer direct, practical help to families and communities.
We see first-hand the power of family to shape lives, for better or worse, so we speak up for the
importance of family in national and local policymaking, amplify family voices and represent the changing needs of families in the UK today.
The Finance department provides the complete finance function which includes payroll to the whole organisation overseeing all the 165 services across England, addressing all issues and processing payments to meet the demands of staff and external agencies.
We have recently implemented a new HR/Payroll system – itrent, reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for assisting and supporting with running the monthly payroll, dealing with starters, leavers, pension enrolments, opt outs etc. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll all-rounder to join our team. You will be involved in embedding our electronic timesheet system. There is a real opportunity to help stabilize the payroll function for the organization and complete our fully digital payroll service.
Main Responsibilities:
· To collate and check monthly payroll data for input to the payroll processing system
· To assist with running the monthly payroll, calculate pay, organise the workload and meet
monthly payment deadlines.
· Processing monthly Pension Auto enrolments, opt outs and queries
· Assist on monthly reconciliations and year-end reconciliations.
Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):
- Relevant experience in payroll processing, computer literacy including competency in excel and a good understanding of computerised HR/Payroll (MHR - itrent) and accounting systems (SUN).
- The ability to input information quickly with attention to detail and prioritising work to meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to work collaboratively, performing pay calculations and communicate effectively with colleagues in HR, Finance and across Family Action.
- Understanding of payroll processes regarding employee pension and reporting requirements.
Benefits:
- an annual paid leave entitlement that commences at 25 working days, rising each April by one day, subject to a maximum of 30 working days plus bank holidays
- up to 6% matched-pension contributions
- flexible working arrangements and new starters have the right to make flexible working requests from day one of employment
- enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave provisions
- eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers
- cycle to work scheme
- investing in your professional development with ongoing quality training and career development opportunities
We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect.
To Apply:
· Click the “Redirect to Recruiter” link above and fill out our digital application form
· Closing Date: 4 July 2025 at 23:59
Interviews are scheduled to take place from 14th -18th July 2025 virtually and face-to-face, with slots throughout the working day and early/late slots available.
For direct queries or if you would like to discuss any aspect of the selection process or flexible working requests, please email Sibojinithevi Sinnathamby.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.
We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Intersectionality is important to us and we particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ candidates and disabled candidates because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action. We know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role, and will reimburse your travel cost if you attend an interview.
*Ordinarily Family Action appoints new starters at the starting point of the salary scale (with subsequent annual pay progression), unless you have experience that would justify appointment further up the salary scale or there are any other exceptional reasons.
Family Action is an award-winning national charity working from the heart of local communities across England and Wales.




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Please note: This post is restricted to women under schedule 9, Part 1, Equalities Act 2010
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
The Hospital IDVA (HIDVA) will be part of our dynamic, responsive and highly regarded HIDVA team, providing crisis intervention, advocacy and support to survivors in hospitals, both patients and staff.
Survivors are often in the immediate aftermath of a crisis, such as physical assault, drug/alcohol medical need, attempted suicide or self-harm and the HIDVA will work with hospital staff to provide high quality support focussing on a strengths based, needs led approach. The HIDVA will offer initial advice and crisis safety planning to the survivor, carry out assessments of needs and risks. They will also advise on criminal justice, civil remedies, housing and any other relevant matters.
We provide a visible and proactive presence in the hospitals and work in partnership with hospital staff to identify, contact and support survivors. The HIDVA team attend safeguarding meetings, ward/nurse handover meetings, deliver training and provide advice and support to staff around domestic abuse.
We offer an out of hours service (Friday evenings and weekend days) at William Harvey Hospital and Darent Valley Hospital on an alternating basis. The post holder will be expected to participate in an out of hours rota, working on average one weekend in four.
The Hospital IDVA will be based part-time in the William Harvey Hospital and part-time in Darent Valley hospital. There is also flexibility to work from the Rising Sun main office from time to time to attend team meetings, supervision and training.
We are looking for someone with an excellent understanding of domestic abuse and its effects on women and children, who has supported survivors with varying experiences and needs. You will be supported by our Head of Adult Services and HIDVA Manager and receive training and an induction into both the hospital work and Rising Sun’s wider services. If unqualified, we will support you to complete a formal domestic abuse qualification on passing your probation.
Equal Opportunities
Rising Sun is an equal opportunities employer. We recognise intersecting identities, and value what having a diverse team brings, both in terms of effectively responding to client needs, and engaging with each other at work. We encourage applicants from all sections of the community; especially from minority groups, as we are on a journey to increase diversity in our team. Flexible working is available in most roles, and we strive to accommodate the needs of all applicants and team members.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Support to Survivors
- Be present in the hospitals daily to respond to referrals or requests for domestic abuse advice and to meet with survivors.
- Ensure that survivors are aware of their rights and options and explain the effectiveness of criminal and civil sanctions available to them.
- Produce safety plans with the client, enabling them to assess and manage their own safety.
- Carry out needs assessments, including DASH (Domestic Abuse, Stalking and Honour Based Violence) risk assessment, to effectively deliver holistic, survivor centred support.
- Work in partnership with hospital staff, safeguarding departments and other services e.g. the police, housing, social services, mental health (amongst others) to advocate for survivors and complete referrals to ongoing support services where appropriate.
- Attend Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) meetings and refer service users to MARAC when appropriate.
- Assist clients in gaining access to solicitors, benefits agencies, housing departments, education, medical treatment, counselling, support networks, community groups, employment support etc.
- Recognise, respect and address the needs of survivors who face particular barriers when seeking access to services, including those from minority groups or with protected characteristics
- Safeguard the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk; working within safeguarding policies, Child Protection Procedures and local procedures for safeguarding adults at risk.
- Maintain accurate client records, outcome and monitoring data. Prepare information or reports for the monitoring and evaluation of the service.
- Complete daily ward rounds to raise awareness and identify any potential DA support needs for staff or patients.
- Participate in an out of hours rota, providing an on-call phone support service to hospital staff on Friday evenings and weekend days as timetabled.
Partnership Working and Training
- Promote the HIDVA service in the hospitals and build positive relationships with hospital staff, in particular safeguarding teams and clinicians.
- Attend safeguarding, mental health and frequent attenders meetings to screen patients for potential domestic abuse and provide advice to staff. Together with any other helpful meetings that may arise.
- Deliver training to staff in various health settings across Kent to raise awareness of domestic abuse, safe enquiry and appropriate responding.
General
- Uphold the values and good name of Rising Sun at all times, represent the organisation in a way that is consistent with its philosophy and ethos and in line with all Rising Sun’s policies.
- Actively participate in clinical supervision, training and development opportunities.
- Develop your understanding of trauma informed work and embed in your day-to-day practice.
- Maintain an up to date working knowledge to be able to advise women of their rights and options for seeking help and support from other agencies, such as housing options, legislation and welfare.
- Comply with organisational policies and procedures, including Safeguarding and Health and Safety.
- Undertake other duties and responsibilities in keeping with the nature of this post, as may be required from time to time.
This job description sets out the duties of the post at the time it was drawn up and will be reviewed from time to time. Duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot of themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following experience, knowledge, skills and attitudes.
Qualifications
- Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) qualification (desirable)
- Independent Sexual Violence Advocate (ISVA) qualification (desirable)
- Health qualification (desirable)
Knowledge and Experience
- At least 3 years’ experience of working with survivors of domestic abuse, including high risk clients, and assessing client risks and needs
- Experience of co-producing short- and longer-term risk management, safety and support plans with survivors and their children
- Experience of delivering training (desirable)
- Experience working with the police, social services and MARAC
- Experience of lone working and able to work on own initiative
- Experience working with people with mental health needs, substance misuse, other complex needs
- Experience of working in a hospital / health setting (desirable)
- Knowledge of criminal and civil legal remedies and housing law relating to domestic abuse
- Knowledge of domestic abuse risk assessment tools including DASH and extensive understanding of the MARAC process
- A thorough understanding of safeguarding relating to adults with care and support needs and children
- Up to date knowledge of the welfare benefits system and the ability to ensure service users maximise their benefit entitlement (desirable)
- Knowledge of local services and DA Specialists across Kent & Medway (desirable)
Skills and attributes
- Ability to netork face to face and virtually, to develop new contacts and partnerships
- Ability to train professionals on recognising domestic abuse and responding appropriately (desirable)
- Ability to motivate yourself and work independently on your own initiative
- Solution focused and creative in approaching new challenges
- Competent using Microsoft office programmes, in particular MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Passionate about the aim and principles of Rising Sun
- Committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and maintaining confidentiality
- Able to drive and have access to a reliable car (post holder will be required to attend meetings and across our areas of work)
- Able to work some evenings and weekends
- Eligible to live and work in the UK
Safeguarding Statement
Rising Sun is committed to safeguarding those we provide a service to. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, a ‘right to work check’ in accordance with UK government Home Office guidelines, and to provide two references.
Benefits
We offer a number of benefits to team members including:
- 25 days annual leave per year
- A bonus day of leave for your birthday
- 3% matched pension contribution
- Access to Rising Sun’s counselling service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Health care cash plan for you and your children for a number of health treatments (e.g. dental, optical, physiotherapy etc.) and also discounts in shops and attractions
- Up to four weeks sick pay in any 12 month period (eligible after probation period)
How to apply
For further information about both Rising Sun and this role, please visit our website. Please fill out an application form if you feel this role would be a good fit for your skills and experience, demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the person specification in your personal statement.
We request no contact from agencies or media sales please.
Our vision is a world in which all women and children live free from actual or threatened domestic abuse and all forms of violence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Barnabas International is a large family of Christian ministries and charities focused on
giving practical support to suffering, abandoned and persecuted Christians around the
world. The ministry was founded in 1993, and since then, it has funded projects in more
than 100 countries, providing hope and help to millions of our brothers and sisters in Christ.
Some of our key projects include supplying food aid, medical supplies, educational and
vocational training, Bibles, micro-enterprise, disaster relief, help for victims of violence,
and support for pastors and church leaders. Barnabas Aid also provides advocacy for
religious freedom, especially for persecuted and suffering Christians.
Barnabas is primarily a Christian ministry and a charity. Employees are expected to
subscribe to the Vision, Mission, Value and Statement of Faith, and their work may be viewed
as being vocational. There is an occupational requirement for applicants to be practising
Christians, who are engaged in their local church, in order to be able to carry out our roles.
Overview of the Regional Coordinator role and the team
The Regional Coordinator plays a vital role in advancing the mission of Barnabas Aid by
building and nurturing relationships with churches, Christian organisations, and
individuals. The role aims to raise awareness, prayer, and financial support for the
persecuted church, fostering a network of engaged supporters and expanding the
organisation’s outreach.
Main duties and responsibilities
Strategy Implementation and Reporting:o Develop and execute regional outreach strategies aligned with organisational
goals.
o Monitor and evaluate engagement initiatives, providing regular updates and
reports.
o Maintain accurate records of engagements and donor activities using internal
systems.
Prayer Mobilisation:
o Host regular prayer meetings (virtual or in-person) for the region.
o Disseminate prayer resources and stay updated on current prayer requests.
o Attend daily organisational devotions in-person or online, unless this is not possible
due to an event or meeting.
Awareness Raising:
o Speak at churches, schools, conferences, and community events to share
Barnabas Aid’s mission.
o Collaborate with churches and Christian networks to organise awareness events
and campaigns.
o Distribute resources and materials to inform communities about the persecuted
church and suffering Christians.
o Network widely and to explore potential partnerships.
Income Generation and Donations:
o Cultivate relationships with potential supporters and donors.
o Plan and execute regional fundraising initiatives, including events and campaigns.
o Encourage financial and other resource donations, ensuring effective donor
stewardship.
Volunteer Development and Engagement:
o Recruit (when possible) train, and mentor volunteers to support outreach activities
providing resources and regular communication.
o Coordinate volunteer activities to align with regional and organisational strategies.
Community Engagement and Networking:
o Build and maintain strong relationships with church leaders, mission committees,
and Christian organisations.
o Collaborate with other Regional Coordinators to share best practices and
coordinate efforts.
o Attend conferences and networking events to expand Barnabas Aid’s reach and
influence.
Event and International Collaboration:o Contribute to planning and attend national conferences, festivals, and events.
o Participate in international trips to meet project partners, witness project impact, to
assist or lead in auditing a project and share insights with supporters and
colleagues.
Operational Flexibility:
o Manage a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and extensive travel.
o Ensure tasks are completed efficiently, including additional assignments as
needed.
Other duties:
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. From time to time, the employee may be
asked or required to carry out other additional tasks, or duties, over and above their usual
day to day activities. Employees are expected to work collaboratively to support the
overall work of Barnabas Aid.
Essential:
o Practicing Christian who is engaged in his/her local church and is committed to
Barnabas Aid’s mission and values.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience: (You will demonstrate strong evidence in the following areas)
o Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
o Strong organisational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.
o Proficiency - Microsoft Office Pack including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and
Outlook.
o General Computer Proficiency - Understanding of file management, navigating
operating systems, and using productivity tools. (creating folders and managing
files in the cloud).
o Experienced in public speaking.
o Full driving licence
Desirable:
o Proven experience in community outreach, church engagement, or related fields.
o Familiarity with digital tools and social media platforms.
o Evidence of further education and an ability to engage diverse audiences.
o Previous church leadership experience is an advantage.
Person specification:
o Effective project management and organisational skills.
o Strong interpersonal and emotional intelligence for relationship building.
o Flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances.
o Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
o Team worker with ability to work alone
o Ability to self-manage with a commitment to time keeping.o Motivated, adaptable and empathetic with a one-team approach and a problem-
solving mindset.
Additional Information:
o This role requires a strong ability to independently manage your time and tasks
effectively.
o Collaborative engagement with other Regional Coordinators and organisational
teams.
o From time to time, additional training, including safeguarding training, may be
required.
o The offer of employment will be subject to the appropriate pre-employment checks
such as references, qualifications, DBS criminal records, and eligibility to work in the
UK.
Barnabas Aid provides our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables
everyone to develop and to do their best work collectively and individually. Join us and you
We aim to support Christian communities, churches and individuals around the world who face persecution and discrimination because of their Faith.



The London Diocesan Fund (LDF) is seeking an Area Director of Ministry (Two Cities) to play a key role within the Ministry team, based from The Old Deanery.
Job Summary
The Two Cities Area Director of Ministry is a member of the Two Cities Area Team, responsible for providing visionary leadership and ensuring good management of key ministry initiatives. Specifically, the postholder oversees fostering vocations to lay and ordained ministries, directing ordinands, supervising post ordination training, overseeing clergy ministerial review, development (MDR), and training and facilitating lay training programmes. As a member of the Two Cities Area Team the Area Director of Ministry, working closely with the Area Archdeacons, will also contribute to strategic planning and implementation of ministry objectives within the Area.
Job responsibilities
Develops Vocations and Support Ordinands
- Organises events to equip and inspire both lay and ordained vocations.
- Collaborates with clergy/churches to nurture a diversity of vocations.
- Leads the AADO team overseeing candidate discernment and ordinand training.
- Supports ordinands through training, collaborating with TEIs.
- Organises the UBT for the Two Cities Area.
Manages Post-Ordination Training, CMD and IME2
- Oversees Area post-ordination training programs with Stepney Area (IME2).
- Plans Area ordination retreat and service with Stepney Area.
- Manages the curate placement process and oversees curates’ reviews for the Two Cities Area.
- Organises induction and training events for clergy and LLM development.
- Facilitates Area training events (including Clergy Study Days and Area Conferences)
- Oversees the Two Cities Area process of Ministerial Development Review (MDR)
- Ensures regular communication about training opportunities and oversees grants.
- Participates in and delivers diocesan and national training programmes.
Lay Training
- Ensures high-quality training for lay ministers.
- Communicates training opportunities within and beyond the diocese.
Collaborates & Communicates
- Participates in regular meetings with the Area Staff Team.
- Works with Diocesan Director of Ministry and within Diocesan Ministry Team.
- Works with other ADMs, DDO and participates in diocesan initiatives.
Team Leadership
- Recruit, manage, motivate, and develop direct reports, promoting continuous learning and collaborative working.
- Undertake other duties commensurate to the role.
Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details on the main responsibilities.
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience of Ordained/Lay Ministerial strategic planning
- Experience of teaching/training theology or ministry
- Is a practicing Anglican
- Demonstrate good conflict management skills
- Experience of fostering vocations
- Significant experience in effective parochial ministry
- Experience managing/supervising a team
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Willingness to flexible working
- Right to work in the UK
- A commitment to professional development
- The person will require an enhanced DBS check
Desirable
- Is ordained
- Knowledge of the New Diocesan Discernment Process
- IT proficiency (MS Office suite)
- Knowledge of IME2 provision
Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details on Person Specification.
About the London Diocesan Fund
The London Diocesan Fund (LDF) is the employment body that serves and supports the Diocese of London and Church of England. The Diocese of London comprises of c400 parishes north of the River Thames and within the M25 motorway.
The Church of England in London is growing, vibrant and at the heart of communities throughout the capital. At the London Diocesan Fund, we seek to do everything we can to support this mission and growth, using our resources to help our parishes and chaplains to serve over 4 million people.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
The Diocese of London is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community.
We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME), women, and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy and workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation.
Safeguarding
The Diocese of London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Benefits of working with us
The LDF offers a supportive working environment, opportunity for career development and the following financial benefits:
- Competitive remuneration package
- 27 annual leave days to rise to 30 after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays
- 15% employer pension contribution and salary sacrifice available
- Death in service benefit x3 of basic gross salary
- Enhanced maternity leave of six months full pay, after 12 months of employment
- Season ticket loans for public transport
- Access to Benenden Health Insurance
- EAP counselling through Health Assured
- Up to £100 for eye test and contribution to spectacles
- Two additional paid days for community volunteering
Interviews will be held in-person on 10th July 2025.
For every Londoner to encounter the love of God in Christ




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract: Permanent, full time (42 hours Monday-Friday)
Salary: £27,500 - £30,000 plus £3,954 London weighting allowance pro rata
Location: Hammersmith animal hospital
Closing date: Sunday 29th June 2025
Interview dates: 3rd and 4th July 2025
More about the role
Blue Cross animal hospitals and pet care clinics provide veterinary treatment to sick and injured pets when their owners can’t afford private veterinary fees. Our vet care is available to pets whose owners receive certain means-tested benefits and live within the catchment area of one of our animal hospitals or pet care clinics.
We have developed an award-winning set of clinical guidelines to assist our vets in pragmatic, evidence-based decision making, where patient welfare is a priority. High standards are important to us, but so is the ability to discuss openly where lessons have been learnt, within a safe, non-judgmental environment.
We recognise that we work within a profession where compassion fatigue is a risk to us all. We have wellbeing champions and Mental Health First Aiders at all hospitals, coordinating a range of initiatives and promoting a culture of openness and support within the team.
Working hours: This is a full time position offered on a permanent basis. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8:30 – 5pm. Wednesday 9-5. Hour lunchbreak. Weekend shifts will be required on a rota basis, at our other site based in Victoria, London. This roughly equates to 7-8 full weekends per year.
About you
As a Veterinary Nurse, you will be confident and capable in delivering excellent nursing care for a range of small animals, providing both emergency and routine healthcare. Our Veterinary Nurses work alongside Veterinary Surgeons to promote animal health and welfare through responsible ownership and play a key role in the education of pet owners.
The ability to work as part of a team and effective communication skills are really important, often you will be the first point of our clients, forming strong bonds with them to ensure improved animal health and welfare.
Knowledge, skills, and experience
- Fully qualified Veterinary Nurse
- Registered with RCVS
- Confident in all aspects of veterinary nursing
- Demonstrable customer service skills
- The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross values.
Although not essential, it would be great if you also had:
- Provision of nursing clinics
- Laboratory skills
- Use of computerised records
How to apply
Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date on Sunday 29th June 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.
Blue Cross benefits
Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today.
In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are.
Our generous benefits package includes:
- Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays)
- Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support
- Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family
- Free physiotherapy advice and face to face intervention
- Health cash plan
- Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme
- Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution
- Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support.
- Life assurance
- 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance
- Enhanced family friendly policies
- Recognition scheme
- Annual volunteer days
- Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Sarcoma UK exists to support everyone affected by sarcoma and to ensure their voices shape everything we do. As we prepare to launch our new five-year strategy, this pivotal role will help embed lived experience at the heart of our work.
We are growing our existing Involvement Programme to ensure patients, families, and supporters are meaningfully involved across all areas of Sarcoma UK’s work. As Involvement and Volunteer Coordinator, you will lead the development of our volunteering and involvement infrastructure creating impactful opportunities that inform our services, drive engagement, and raise awareness of sarcoma.
Reporting to the HR and Governance Manager, you’ll work collaboratively across all internal teams and externally with people affected by sarcoma and their support networks. This is a unique opportunity to shape how we involve our community, build capacity, and deliver on our strategic goals.
Benefits
- Flexible working options including hybrid working
- Pension with 5% employer contribution
- 25 days holiday entitlement per annum plus bank holidays and the working days between Christmas and New Year
- Additional day off for your birthday
- Health and wellbeing:
- Health Cash Plan
- Therapy sessions
- Wellbeing Group
Our Values
- Pioneering we are leading the way to a better future for the sarcoma community.
- Together we are creating a community to make a difference for all those affected by sarcoma.
- Expert we use our expertise in understanding sarcoma to deliver better outcomes
Duties and Responsibilites:
Involving people affected by sarcoma
- Strengthen and support our existing Involvement Network, keeping members engaged and informed.
- Facilitate a variety of inclusive involvement opportunities for people affected by sarcoma, reflecting diverse capacities, interests, and abilities, and ensuring these align with our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) framework.
- Recruit, induct, and train new Involvement Network members, promoting the network through Sarcoma UK’s communication channels.
- Develop systems to capture meaningful feedback and measure the impact of involvement activities.
- Collaborate with colleagues within Sarcoma UK to create and facilitate meaningful involvement opportunities that engage people with lived experience in our work, ensuring these opportunities are inclusive, accessible, and aligned with our strategic goals
- Champion the voice of patients and families across Sarcoma UK’s work.
- Produce and distribute a regular involvement newsletter to communicate opportunities, updates, and information about the work of Sarcoma UK.
Volunteer Management
- Develop and implement a volunteering programme aligned with Sarcoma UK's organisational objectives.
- Design and maintain efficient systems for the recruitment, screening, induction, and support of volunteers.
- Act as the initial point of contact for volunteer recruitment and onboarding, before handing over management to the relevant staff member (e.g. fundraising event organiser or project lead) depending on the role.
- Define clear volunteer roles and pathways that deliver impact and reflect volunteer motivations and interests.
- Plan and deliver engaging training for volunteers based on role requirements.
- Maintain accurate volunteer records using our database (Raiser’s Edge NXT).
- Develop and manage volunteer policies, procedures, and risk assessments.
- Ensure compliance with volunteering regulations and best practice.
- Monitor, evaluate and report on the impact of volunteering initiatives.
- Administer volunteer expenses and coordinate recognition within agreed budgets.
General
- Support cross-organisational projects that involve people affected by sarcoma.
- Attend Sarcoma UK events and contribute to the wider work of Sarcoma UK.
- Travel occasionally to meetings and events. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required (time off in lieu will be given).
- Work flexibly and collaboratively in a dynamic environment, undertaking other duties as required to support the wider operations of Sarcoma UK.
Sarcoma UK is a national charity that funds vital research and offers information and support to anyone affected by sarcoma.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Project Coordinator
Location: Remote
Contract: 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum, dependent on experience and location (London weighting may apply)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Charity People is proud to be partnering with IPPF (International Planned Parenthood Federation) to recruit a Project Coordinator to join their global EmpowHER team. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a powerful international initiative supporting the sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) of women, girls and marginalised communities across the globe.
About IPPF & EmpowHER
IPPF is a global healthcare provider and advocate of sexual and reproductive health and rights for all. The organisation works in over 140 countries, empowering individuals to make informed choices about their bodies and futures.
EmpowHER is a six-year global initiative funded by Global Affairs Canada, with a bold ambition to expand access to person-centred abortion care, high-quality Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE), and inclusive advocacy across multiple regions, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America. This programme directly supports IPPF's Strategy 2028, placing equity and choice at its core.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the day-to-day coordination and delivery of a high-impact, donor-funded programme. Reporting to the Senior Programme Manager, you will support implementation across several countries, liaise with Member Associations (MAs), manage CSE sub-grants, and coordinate international workshops and meetings. You'll bring energy, structure and proactive communication to a collaborative and values-led team.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with coordination of programme activity and reporting against annual work plans
- Lead sub-grant coordination, including funding agreements, delivery tracking and expenditure monitoring
- Manage logistics for global workshops, in-country meetings and webinars, including international travel, visa arrangements, accommodation, and expense tracking
- Act as the point of contact for Member Associations and external consultants
- Oversee minute-taking, recordkeeping, and document management via SharePoint
- Monitor budgets and payments in collaboration with the Finance team
- Support compliance with donor financial and reporting requirements
About You
You'll be a well-organised project coordinator with a strong sense of purpose and excellent communication skills. Ideally, you'll bring:
- Experience in international development or global health
- Strong coordination and administration skills in a grant-funded setting
- Understanding of budget tracking and financial reporting ability (Excel proficiency essential)
- A confident, proactive approach to remote working
- Excellent written and spoken English; other languages such as French, Spanish, Arabic or Portuguese are highly desirable
- Flexibility and willingness to travel internationally up to 3 times a year (approximately once every 4 months, all expenses paid)
Tech & Remote Working
- Fully remote role, ideally with access to a major international airport
- Candidates should be comfortable working with Excel and Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, Word)
- Personal laptop use is encouraged, though IT support and equipment can be provided if necessary
How to Apply
Tatiana Ostara at Charity People is supporting this recruitment on behalf of IPPF.
Please send your CV and a short cover letter (400-500 words) highlighting your motivation and experience relevant to the role.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with interviews expected from w/c 7th July.
Closing date: Tuesday 25th June, 9am (early applications encouraged)
Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
Women’s Homelessness Lead
Location: Exeter
Salary: £34,000 - £41,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: Full-time (some flexibility with hybrid working)
Are you ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of women experiencing homelessness? Do you have a heart for social justice, a knack for building partnerships, and a passion for creating safe, supportive spaces? If so, Keychange Charity invites you to join us as our Women’s Homelessness Lead in Exeter.
About Us
At Keychange, we’ve been supporting women in vulnerable situations for over 100 years. Rooted in Christian values, our work is grounded in the belief that every person deserves fullness of life, community, and unconditional love. Our Women’s Homelessness Service in Exeter is a specialist 5-bed accommodation, offering not just a roof, but holistic, person-centred support that addresses trauma, health, wellbeing, education, and employment.
About the Role
This new and exciting role combines service delivery, strategic leadership, and community partnership building. As our Women’s Homelessness Lead, you’ll:
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Provide personalised, trauma-informed keyworking to a small caseload of women, empowering them to achieve personal goals and move toward independence.
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Develop strong partnerships with churches, local charities, housing providers, and funders to create wrap-around support for residents.
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Design and refine the service model, ensuring it remains co-produced, high-quality, and responsive to the unique needs of homeless women.
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Lead housing management and safety protocols, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
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Represent Keychange in the wider community, promoting our mission and developing opportunities for future service delivery.
Essential Criteria
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Substantial experience supporting women experiencing homelessness or disadvantage
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Deep understanding of the unique challenges homeless women face
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Proven ability to build partnerships with churches, charities, and local authorities
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Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
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Strong understanding of church networks and Christian community engagement
Desirable Criteria
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Experience in accommodation-based service delivery
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Existing relationships with VCSE organisations or churches in Exeter
Occupational Requirement
This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement (OR) under Schedule 9, Part 1, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010 that the post-holder must be a woman. Our aim is to provide a safe, private and comfortable environment for women affected by homelessness. This requirement is necessary and proportionate in light of the responsibilities of the role, which include:
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Providing keyworker support to at-risk female service users
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Maintaining the cleanliness, health, and safety of bedsits occupied exclusively by women
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Engaging in discussions on personal topics including trauma recovery, health and wellbeing, domestic abuse, and relationships support
Why Join Keychange?
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Competitive salary: £34,000 - £41,000 per annum (depending on experience)
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Generous leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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Hybrid working: Some flexibility, with regular site/community days
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Employee assistance programme and life insurance
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Contributory pension scheme with matched employer contribution
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Personalised development: Tailored learning and growth opportunities
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A vibrant and supportive team environment
How to Apply
Please send us:
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A cover letter sharing your story and how you meet the essential and desirable criteria
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An up-to-date CV, focusing on your relevant experience
Deadline: Midday on Thursday 19 June
First screening interviews: Wednesday 25 June (remote)
Full interviews: Monday 30 June (in person)
To focus on developing and encouraging community for vulnerable adults by seeking to address the risks in society of increased loneliness.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Duty Independent Gender Violence Advocate (Duty IGVA)
Location: Lambeth, London
Salary: £23,085.69 per annum, inclusive of London weighting allowance
Contract type: Part Time, Permanent
Hours: 30 hours per week (Tuesday-Friday). Please note that the the operating hours of the service are 8AM- 6PM Monday- Friday with the expectation to work on some days 8- 4pm or 10- 6pm to cover.
This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Duty Independent Domestic Violence Advocate to be the first point of contact for women who are impacted by domestic violence. You will work closely with victims of domestic abuse from the point of crisis and other gender-based abuse to provide high quality independent support to survivors all risk levels and their children..
In this role you will be part of a busy team. You will be the first point of contact for survivors who have been referred to the Gaia Centre. The duty IGVA will be responding to daily enquiries (specify from whom- public, agencies, individuals? over the phone and email as well as contacting survivors, assessing their risks and needs.
The duty IGVA will be responsible for carrying out and implementing safety plans and needs and will ensure an effective handover to the over to the relevant GAIA team for ongoing support. The post holder will also empower survivors by providing them with emotional, practical and personal welfare support. You will ensure that survivors are provided with a safe, supportive and welcoming environment, enabling them to access their rights, make decisions and increase their life options. The job involves working within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and local partnership protocols and procedures that prioritise the safety of survivors.
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 7 July 2025
Interview Date: 16 and 17 July 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.
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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!
School-Home Support is a dynamic national charity working with children and families to maximise educational opportunities and improve life chances. We exist to ensure every child is able to be at school, ready to learn. Whatever it takes. We partner with schools and families to look beyond the classroom to understand and tackle the issues affecting children’s ability to be at school, ready to learn.
Trusts & Foundations Manager
Full-time, permanent contract
Location: Hybrid working, office based in Stratford, London.
Salary: £36,663 to £39,888, depending on experience.
Closing date: 20th June 2025 at 5pm
Please note that applications will be assessed on a rolling basis and interviews may be conducted outside the weeks stated above.
We are recruiting a Trusts and Foundations Manager to join our fundraising team. The post holder will be responsible for raising income from medium and large trusts and foundations giving five and six-figure grants.
We are looking for someone with significant experience working in trusts and foundations fundraising, with a keen interest in our work to get children back in school and ready to learn. This role would suit someone who is looking to take the next step in their career. Additional support undertaking direct line management for the first time will be available if required.
This is an exciting time to join the team, with the opportunity to build on your current portfolio of existing and warm Trusts, some of which have supported School-Home Support for a number of years. You will need to be a confident, approachable individual with the ability to manage a busy, varied workload. With a keen eye for detail, you must also be able to write concise and persuasive funding applications and reports and build strong relationships, both internally and externally.
We are committed to maximising staff wellbeing and creating an inclusive, safe environment where everyone feels comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. To find out more about our current initiatives and offerings, please view our EDI & Wellbeing initiatives here.
As an employer we offer:
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Generous annual leave entitlement – 28 days and bank holidays
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Perkbox membership
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Comprehensive employee wellbeing programme
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Employee assistance programme
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Life assurance
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Pension scheme
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
School-Home Support takes very seriously the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to ensuring that our safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice. Our safeguarding policy recognises that the welfare and interests of children are paramount in all circumstances. All roles at SHS are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us:
The UK Cyber Security Council works to bring together stakeholders to build and drive engagement in the cyber security profession, through developing standards and ethical practice, demystifying career routes into the profession and promoting the profession.
In collaboration with multiple UK Government departments and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) we develop, promote and oversee nationally recognised standards for cyber security, in support of the UK Government’s National Cyber Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.
The UK Cyber Security Council also offers organisational membership, which is open to all organisations that share an interest in promoting, supporting, and developing the cyber security profession.
About the role:
The Business Support Officer role sits within the Professionalisation team at the Council which develops and manages a range of products including the development and management of the Council Standard, cyber security specialisms and professional titles. The team is also responsible for managing and supporting licensed bodies, developing the career framework, and implementing and managing processes for mapping to our Professional Titles.
The role is varied but primarily administrative with scope for the role holder to develop skills and experience in project management, monitoring, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
Main Duties and Responsibilities (not necessarily in priority order)
· Support the Professionalisation team with the development, implementation and management of cyber security specialisms, mapping and business as usual requirements.
· Undertake administrative tasks across the Professionalisation team that contribute to the professional registration processes enabling cyber professionals to apply for Chartered, Principal, Practitioner and Associate registration.
· Co-lead the Youth Advisory Panel with colleagues with support from the Project Manager – Careers & Skills as required.
· Assist with project and risk documentation. Support and assist with maintaining detailed project plans, models, and tools.
· Provide relationship and stakeholder management and administration where required.
· Organise and support the facilitation of panels, committees, webinars, and other events.
· Liaise with partner organisations and support the delivery of professional registration workshops for applicants/registrants.
· Assist with pilot programmes and transitions as agreed with the line manager, including taking meeting minutes and updating documents including action and risk logs.
· Ensure that appropriate records are added and maintained through the use of the organisation’s CRM system and professional registration Register.
· Contribute to a cohesive approach with colleagues across the organisation maintaining open and effective communication with internal and external colleagues.
· Assist with the preparation of progress reports, as required, for Senior Leadership team.
· Comply with data protection legislation and act responsibly on matters of data disclosure both internally and to third parties.
· Carry out ad-hoc tasks, for the team, supporting the effective and efficient functioning of the Council.
· Represent the Council in a professional manner and act, at all times, in a manner that will not damage its reputation.
· Work from a positive, growth mindset, to solve issues and problems that may arise and to adhere to the organisation’s values.
Essential Criteria
· Experienced administrative and effective organisational skills
· Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information to a wide audience
· Experience of supporting projects, working to deadlines and managing a varied workload
· Enthusiasm to grow in and with an early-stage organisation
· Good professional judgment and ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion
· Ability to work positively in a remote and fast paced team within the organisation
· Excellent IT and digital skills including Microsoft 365
Desirable
· Knowledge of the cyber security profession
· Knowledge of professional registration and ethics
· Experience of working with diverse and professional stakeholders and maintaining sustainable stakeholder relationships
· Experience using databases, CRM systems and/or project management tools
· Experience working with committees, panels, volunteers and subject matter experts
· Experience of, or a demonstratable interest in education management, careers or outreach activities
This job description is intended as a general guide to the scope of the post and may change in line with the needs of the organisation or at the request of the line manager
This job description is intended as a general guide to the scope of the post and may change in line with needs of the organisation and/or at the request of the line manager.
Next Steps
Deadline for application: Monday 30th June
Interviews: w/c 7th July
Start date: As soon as possible
How to apply: Please send your up-to-date CV, along with a covering letter showing how you meet the essential criteria and any of the desirable criteria: via the apply button above.
We review applications on a rolling basis and may close the vacancy early if we find the right candidate
Equal Opportunities Statement:
We actively encourage applications from a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions as we are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and abilities. We actively support diversity and inclusion and ensure that all our employees are valued and treated with dignity and respect as we want to encourage everyone in our business to reach their potential. Please do let us know of you need any additional support or adaptations made to the application process, and we will do our best to accommodate.
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Could you become a vital part of our collaborative and innovative team to make a lasting difference to families?
We are looking for a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker to join our London team.
We believe that every child deserves a loving and supportive home and we are committed to providing the highest quality services to help make that a reality, and we are proud of our three successive outstanding ratings with Ofsted.
Position: Social Worker or Senior Social Worker
Location: Based in Vauxhall, London with hybrid working arrangements
Contract: Permanent full time - 37 hours per week
Salary: Starting salary in the range of £34,053 to £41,620 per annum for Social Worker, or £39,292 to £48,022 per annum for Senior Social Worker, depending on skills and experience. Plus £3,299 per annum location allowance
About the role:
The Social Worker or Senior Social Worker’s role is a pivotal one within our Adoption service. Some of your responsibilities will include:
· undertaking ‘home study’ assessments (PARs) and present these to the adoption panel
· support families throughout the matching process and once children are placed, up until the Adoption Order
· taking part in recruitment activities and training for prospective adopters
About you:
As a Social Worker, you’ll bring a minimum of 2 years post qualification experience in childcare social work and an understanding of child development and the impact on behaviour of interrupted development.
As a Senior Social Worker, you’ll bring a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience in childcare social work, and previous experience of completing adoption assessments (or similar), or family finding/supporting children in their adoptive families.
If this sounds like you then please visit our website and apply today to join a dedicated team who are part of something truly meaningful. You will also find contact details for an informal discussion on our website.
Early applications are encouraged as we may review and appoint on an earlier basis if a successful candidate is secured.
Closing date: 9am, Tuesday 24 June 2025
Interview dates: Tuesday 17 June and Wednesday 02 July 2025
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Adoption Social Worker, Adoption Senior Social Worker, Adoption Support Social Worker, Independent Social Worker, Fostering Social Worker, Independent Reviewing Officer, Supervising Social Worker, Children’s Social Worker, Child Protection or Safeguarding Hub Social Worker, Looked After Children’s Social Worker, etc.
Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do at PACT. We have robust measures and best practices in place to safeguard and protect the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we take pride in maintaining outstanding safeguarding standards.
Anyone joining our team is subject to PACT’s safer recruitment pre-appointment enquiries, including a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS). The role description provides information on what our safer recruitment enquiries include and the level of DBS required to work in the role.
All opportunities with PACT are based in the UK.
an adoption charity and family support provider helping hundreds of families every year through outstanding adoption and adoption support services


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
Down Syndrome UK (DSUK) is a national parent led charity, actively supporting over 5,000 families with a child or young person with Down syndrome. Our mission is to empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives, ensuring they reach their full potential.
Through our flagship initiative, Positive About Down Syndrome (PADS), we provide comprehensive support from prenatal care through adulthood. We equip healthcare providers and educators with essential training and resources, including our renowned #pants4school program, which helps children achieve independence in toilet training.
At DSUK, we are committed to advocating for equality and inclusion, and driving impactful change through education and campaigning.
We are growing our team to strengthen our fundraising operations and diversify our income. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping our income generation strategy and building meaningful relationships with funders and corporate partners.
Role Overview
We are seeking a proactive, strategic, and driven individual to lead our grant and bid writing function while also developing and managing relationships with corporate donors and partners. You will work closely with senior leadership to secure vital income through trusts, foundations, and businesses that align with our mission.
Key Responsibilities
Grant & Bid Writing (50%)
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Research and identify suitable funding opportunities from trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies.
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Write compelling, evidence-based grant applications and funding proposals.
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Manage a pipeline of funding opportunities, ensuring deadlines are met.
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Develop and implement an impact reporting strategy for grant and bid writing.
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Monitor and report on funded projects in collaboration (using Salesforce) with delivery teams.
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Maintain relationships with funders through regular updates, impact reports, and renewal applications.
Corporate Fundraising & Partnerships (50%)
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Implement our corporate fundraising strategy to increase income from businesses.
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Identify and approach potential corporate partners, managing outreach and engagement.
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Manage and cultivate existing partnerships with companies and organisations.
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Create tailored proposals, sponsorship packages, and partnership materials.
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Collaborate with the marketing team to promote partnerships and joint campaigns.
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Organise and support corporate fundraising events and staff engagement opportunities.
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To maintain excellent supporter stewardship and cultivation including thanking supporters and supporter development communications.
Person Specification
Essential
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Proven experience in writing successful funding bids and managing grant applications.
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Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
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Ability to write persuasively and tailor messaging for different audiences.
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Organised, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
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Passion for the mission of Down Syndrome UK and a commitment to inclusion.
Desirable
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Experience working in a small charity or growing organisation.
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Knowledge of disability or education-related sectors.
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Familiarity with CRM systems (such as Salesforce for non-profits) and impact reporting.
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Experience in corporate fundraising, CSR, or business development.
What We Offer
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Working from home.
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Flexible working arrangements.
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Supportive and inclusive working environment.
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Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing, ambitious charity.
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Training and professional development opportunities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated, compassionate individual with a passion for social justice to make a real difference in our local community. Reporting to the Trustee Board, this role will be responsible for the overall strategic direction, management and financial sustainability of Stratford-upon-Avon Foodbank. Leading our staff and volunteer team, to provide emergency food and practical support to those in crisis and, in the longer term, working with our partners to help us realise our ambition to ensure everyone has enough money for the essentials, and to end the need for emergency food and foodbanks for good.
Role details:
Location: Stratford-upon-Avon (Hybrid – Fred Winter Centre + flexible/home working)
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours/week
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 (dependent on experience)
Contract:Permanent
Closing Date: 04 July 2025
Key responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the Foodbank
- Manage staff and volunteers with empathy and professionalism
- Oversee budgeting, fundraising, and partnership development
- Champion our mission to reduce poverty and promote long-term support
You’ll bring:
- Proven senior management experience, in the charity sector
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Financial and fundraising acumen
- A collaborative and values-led approach
- Passion for supporting people in crisis and tackling poverty
We offer:
- A meaningful role where your work has direct community impact
- 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
- 3% employer pension contribution
How to apply
To apply for the role, please complete the application form and a letter including: :
- Details of why you have applied for the role.
- Details on the qualities you possess which mean you would be an ideal candidate for the role, please refer to the person specification in our job description.
Details of where to send the application letter and application form can be found in the Job Description attached to this ad.
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation. Please note we do not provide VISA sponsorship and unfortunately, we cannot employ you if you do not have the right to work in the UK.
To provide emergency food and support in Stratford-upon-Avon and surrounding areas for people in crisis.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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 seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Procurement Administrator to support the procurement function within Harris Federation. This role is essential in ensuring that all goods and services are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with public sector procurement regulations and institutional policies.
You will play a key role in supporting the Procurement Team by ensuring timely delivery of resources and services, providing administrative support to the Team and having responsibility for procurement processes and policies.
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MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Procurement processes and files
- To maintain and have responsibility for the Procurement Team’s eFiling system/SharePoint folders.
- Responsibility for overseeing the registration of new suppliers onto the Procurement Team’s e-tendering portal.
- To issue, collate and consolidate information requests from stakeholders at various levels.
- Requisition and reconciliation of purchase orders with invoices and liaise with the finance team to ensure timely and accurate payments.
- To manage low level categories where appropriate.
- Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual procurement reports and spend analysis for the Procurement Team and Senior Leadership.
Administration and diary management
- To provide administrative support to the Procurement Team; team calendar management, scanning, shredding, downloading and filing documents.
- To arrange and co-ordinate supplier presentations; organizing meetings rooms, receiving guests, taking meeting notes etc.
- To deal with day-to-day enquiries from internal and external stakeholders in a professional and timely manner.
- Assist academies with their requests relating to the scheme of delegation, approval thresholds, purchase requests, conducting benchmarking exercises and in some instances obtaining competitive quotes via our frameworks or recommended suppliers to ensure best value.
- Maintain a procurement calendar to manage contract renewals, tender deadlines, and key procurement events.
- Coordinate supplier meetings and performance review meetings with suppliers.
- Maintain and have responsibility for procurement mailboxes.
- To maintain Procurement’s intranet pages.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We would like to hear from you if you have:
- A high level of computer literacy with practical knowledge and application of all Microsoft Office applications.
- English and Maths GCSEs at Grade C or above.
- A-Level / BTEC / HND or equivalent/similar with demonstrable experience of an office environment.
- General commercial awareness
- Experience in a procurement or administrative role
- Experience working with SharePoint
- Ability to analyse data and generate reports.
- Experience working with purchase orders, suppliers, and financial systems.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- An effective communicator, verbally and in writing with excellent numerical skills.
- Excellent listening and communication skills
- Excellent telephone manner and presentation of professional image.
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to work under pressure and ensure deadlines are met.
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload and work on own initiative .
- Commitment to delivering excellent level of professional customer service.
For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.
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APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION
If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation.
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.
When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application.
A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received.
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
- Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
- 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
- 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
For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.