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Healthwatch Brent, Westminster and RBKC
Healthwatch was set up in 2013 to champion the rights of health and social care users, and hold the health and social care system to account for how well it engages with the public. During 2026/27 these services are preparing for transition while continuing to build on their legacy.
Healthwatch’s remit covers all publicly funded health and social care services for adults and children.
Healthwatch Brent, Healthwatch Westminster and Healthwatch Kensington & Chelsea are three of 152 local Healthwatch organisations. The Advocacy Project Hosts three services. We’re building on the important work that’s been done to date, planning for the future while bringing new insights from the voices of seldom heard and hard to hear groups.
About the role
Are you an accomplished Health and Social care manager looking for a new exciting challenge? Are you adept at managing teams and services through change? Passionate about the role of independent voice and the value of lived experience in the NHS? The Healthwatch senior manager role is for you.
As Healthwatch senior manager for The Advocacy Project you will play a central role in shaping the strategic and operational management of our Healthwatch services. This includes direct support to Healthwatch managers in Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea, and Brent, ensuring that the services are inclusive, effective, and of high quality.
Key responsibilities
- To Provide strategic management for effective, inclusive and high quality local Healthwatch.
- Supporting the 3 advisory boards to be at their most effective during this period.
- Working with the CEO to engage with the ICB and other stakeholders to plan for next steps
- Make sure the work of HW Westminster (HWW), HW Kensington & Chelsea (HWRBKC) and HW Brent (HWB) conforms to all required principles, objectives and statutory obligations, and meets all contractual requirements between The Advocacy Project (as host organisation) and the local authorities.
- Line management of HW managers in each borough.
- Provide leadership to make sure the patient and public voice is heard across health, social care, in a continuously changing external environment.
- Working with managers in each borough, make sure HWB, HWW and HWRBKC involve the local community, particularly seldom heard groups, in influencing local and national policy and are responsive and sensitive to the needs of community groups with protected characteristics.
- Be available to represent The Advocacy project, HWB, HWW and HWRBKC at all strategic governance and external meetings with key stakeholders, liaising with nominated Board leads regularly.
- Support local managers to develop the services to respond to emerging trends and needs, while keeping abreast of Healthwatch England best practice to continually enhance the quality of the service.
- Develop effective partnerships with key staff in health and social care services.
- Work with local managers in each borough to ensure all projects are informed and influenced by local communities and strategic partners.
- Support the effective planning and resourcing of project work, working to Healthwatch England best practice guidance.
- Ensure that project plans and intended outcomes are clearly communicated to key stakeholders.
- Work with the shared Insight and Outcomes Analyst to make sure quality systems are effective and used to demonstrate the Healthwatch service is achieving outcomes and impact,and meeting key performance indicators.
- Ensure that lived experience and service user involvement is embedded in all evaluation.
- Provide reports to key stakeholders, including The Advocacy Project Trustees, Commissioners, Advisory Boards, Health and Wellbeing Boards and Healthwatch England demonstrating our impact.
- dentify funding opportunities and work with The Head of Business Development to support funding bids.
- Work with the borough Communications leads to make sure all relevant internal and external stakeholders receive relevant, timely and up-to-date communication about all Healthwatch projects.
- Keep up to date with current trends in health policy, service provision, current practice and matters concerning people as citizens, by reading, attending courses and networking.
General responsibilities
- Participate in team meetings, training and organisational development.
- Contribute to monitoring reports.
- Keep to our policies, including health & safety, safeguarding and risk regulations.
- Work to our mission, vision, and values.
- Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service, in line with the changing local and national landscape and carry out other projects and tasks as needed.
Person specification
Essential
- Excellent knowledge of and experience of working at a high strategic level with the health and social care system and the voluntary and community sector, in particular Healthwatch.
- Thorough understanding of user engagement, community development, user involvement, and co-production principles and practice.
- Comfortable and capable of engaging with senior leaders in Health and Social Care both on a one-to-one basis and at strategic meetings such as scrutiny boards.
- Experience of managing through periods of change and uncertainty
- Experience working with diverse communities and tackling discrimination and inequality.
- Relevant experience in project delivery and evaluation, including data gathering and analysis, or training in research methods, statistics, or data analysis.
- Significant leadership or line Management experience including managing, developing and motivating a staff team.
- Experience in contract management and compliance.
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Effective in working with a wide variety of stakeholders ranging from trustees, commissioners, partners, colleagues, and local residents.
- Excellent organizational skills; ability to work on own initiative and plan and prioritize own workload.
- Experience managing a budget.
- Commitment to working within The Advocacy Project and Healthwatch code of conduct, equality and safeguarding policies.
- Willingness to attend further training as appropriate and to adopt new procedures.
- Willingness to promote Healthwatch and The Advocacy Project in line with our mission, vision and values.
Desirable
- Experience working with volunteer boards and high caliber volunteers.
- Evidence of ongoing personal development and training related to the role.
- Detailed knowledge of NHS systems
- Understanding the public health challenges in Westminster, RBKC, and Brent.
- Experience working with senior managers in public sector bodies.
Benefits of working for us
We’re committed to providing an empowering, flexible and supportive working environment for all our staff.
Our employee benefits include 30 days annual leave (including up to 3 days between Christmas and New Year), participation in a pension scheme with 6% employer contribution, access to a free confidential counselling service, and an interest-free travel/bike loan.
All our staff are supported to learn and develop in a variety of ways, including a monthly lecture series where we invite sector experts to talk to our staff on topical issues.
We help people speak up and make decisions about their health, wellbeing and social care.



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As Head of Supported Housing – Somerset, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for the Thrive 16+ service, delivering 95 units of supported accommodation for young people aged 16–25 across East and South Somerset.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced housing, care or support services leader with a proven track record in Ofsted/CQC regulated environments, with expertise in managing complex safeguarding and large, multi-site teams.
The ideal candidate will be trauma-informed and capable of driving service improvement through the voices of the young people we support.
Background
The Head of Supported Housing - Somerset is a critical role which will provide leadership of our supported accommodation service in Somerset called Thrive 16+. Thrive 16+ is a service which offers housing related support and accommodation for young people in care and care leavers. It also supports young people who are homeless.
This service is for young people aged between 16 and 25 and is delivered across Glastonbury, Street, Frome, and Yeovil.
This role will also be the Ofsted registered manager, and will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
Job Purpose
As Head of Supported Housing – Somerset, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for the Thrive 16+ service, delivering 95 units of supported accommodation for young people aged 16–25 across East and South Somerset.
Thrive 16+ exists to transform the lives of young people who are leaving care or experiencing homelessness. Through safe accommodation, trauma-informed support, and aspirational pathways into independence, the service enables young people to build confidence, develop life skills and pursue their ambitions.
This service is central to YMCA Brunel Group’s mission. As a senior leader, you will shape its future direction, ensuring the service delivers exceptional outcomes for young people while maintaining strong partnerships with Somerset Council and other key stakeholders.
You will lead a workforce of around 40 colleagues, cultivating a culture that reflects YMCA Brunel Group’s values:
- Kind – creating a safe, compassionate environment where young people feel valued and supported
- Curious – continually learning, improving, and seeking better ways to support young people
- Genuine – building authentic relationships with young people, colleagues, and partners
- Wave-makers – innovating and advocating for positive change in the lives of young people
- Custodians – responsibly stewarding the homes, resources and trust placed in us
Our service is registered with Ofsted for supporting young people aged 16–17. The post holder will therefore act as the Ofsted Registered Manager, holding legal accountability for the safety and quality of the service and acting as the Senior Designated Safeguarding Lead.
With potentially seven years remaining on the current contract, this role offers a significant opportunity to shape the next evolution of the service, ensuring young people not only achieve independence but exceed their aspirations.
For full details of the role, expectations and benefits, please refer to the Job Application Pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hours: 35 per week (full time)
Location: Home-based with regular travel across London.
Contract: Fixed term (until 31 March 2027)
About us
Housing Justice brings together communities and finds solutions to homelessness by building personal connections, a sense of belonging, and creating justice in the housing system. We train and support volunteers to offer various accommodation options while building a network of local support. This includes providing personalised assistance to help individuals access relevant local services and address their other needs. Through compassionate, courageous, and collaborative action, we implement innovative solutions to tackle housing injustice, enhance the quality of housing, and elevate the voices and experiences of groups affected by housing injustice to both local and national governments.
About Citadel
Citadel is a volunteer-powered homelessness prevention project that supports people experiencing, or at risk of homelessness, to find a place to live, settle into a home, and feel part of a welcoming and supportive community. Coordinators recruit and train volunteers before matching them with a person referred for support. Coordinators and volunteers work closely with people who have been referred, to establish what matters to them and how best they can support them.
About you
We are seeking to hire an outgoing, confident leader who is skilled and comfortable in building relationships and influencing people. You will be a dedicated, diligent person with experience of leading teams in the homelessness, housing or voluntary and community sectors and passionate about the role of the community in ending homelessness.
About the role
The successful candidate will provide supportive line management to six Coordinators working in North-East and South-East London. They will be responsible for overseeing and developing our London projects: building our partnerships, supporting the teams to grow the support we offer and supporting the projects’ continuous improvement and sustainability.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Deputy Service Manager
When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.
Due to the nature of the service, it is an occupational requirement that the post holder is female and the post is therefore exempt from the provisions of the Equality Act 2010 in terms of Schedule 9, Part 1, and Paragraph 1 of the Act.
Job Title: Deputy Service Manager
Location: Based in Luton. Unfortunately this service has no step free access.
Salary: £28,700 (Annual)
Shift Pattern: Fixed Term Contract until March 2028 working 37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday on a rota which can vary between 08:00 - 16:00, 09:00 - 17:00, 10:00 - 18:00 and 12:00 - 20:00. You may be required to work outside these hours as per service and resident requirements and will include bank holiday working. You will also form part of the out of hours on call rota for managers.
About the Role
We are seeking a Deputy Service Manager to support the Service Manager in leading our residential based service which is based in Luton. Penrose Women's Luton SHAP support women who have experienced multiple forms of exclusion such as historical/ongoing abuse, involvement in the criminal justice system, mental health challenges, drug/alcohol dependency, and enduring high levels of violence and coercion. The team supports our women to create a safe, secure, and nurturing environment to create a space where they can call home. They provide person-centred care and support to help them overcome personal challenges and rebuild their lives for brighter futures.
In this role, you will support in leading the team by providing overall leadership to the service and line management responsibilities to support, enable, and empower your team to deliver high quality support to our residents. You will support in driving service outcomes in line with contractual requirements, ensuring quality and consistency within a trauma and psychologically informed environment. You will ensure the service runs smoothly in collaboration with the team, wider teams, and external partners. We're looking for someone who is solution focused, has experience within a similar service environment, and can create a safe space for individuals to learn, and grow.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Line management and leadership, offering guidance and support throughout the employee lifecycle, fostering a supportive leadership culture focused on staff wellbeing, learning, and development.
- Encourage productivity, engagement, and wellbeing of the team through regular check-ins, training, meetings, and supervisions.
- Support with day to day tasks within the service, supporting the team to deliver the best possible outcomes with their residents.
- Ensure Risk Management processes and policies are followed within the service.
- Property and housing management, ensuring accommodation standards, timely maintenance and reporting.
- Striving to ensure excellence and quality in our service delivery.
- Financial Management of service budget with cost saving mechanisms.
About You
We're seeking someone who has a genuine passion for making a difference to lives, and helping to create safer communities for all. You will be a proactive leader, with the ability to motivate and empower a team to drive excellence, both as individuals, and as a team, whilst providing practical solutions to challenges which arise.
You will be knowledgeable of the trauma and challenges that women face within the service including exclusion. We're looking for someone who can build rapport, trust, and create an environment which allows individuals to grow their skills and experience and develop as individuals.
- Due to the nature of the service, it is an occupational requirement that the postholder is female.
- Previous experience in supporting individuals in a similar capacity or managing a service which supports residents who have experienced multiple forms of exclusion such as historical/ongoing abuse, involvement in the criminal justice system, mental health challenges, drug/alcohol dependency, and enduring high levels of violence and coercion.
- Ability to provide high quality support and line management to staff.
- Ability to motivate and empower a team to achieve KPI's
- Ability to support the Service Manager and help manage staff with daily tasks, caseloads and overall day to day running of the service.
- Ability to provide advice, guidance, and support to the team on all aspects of service delivery including resident related queries.
- Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands and needs of the service. For example, Provide an emergency on call service as and when required in case of emergency.
- IT proficiency - we use various systems so look for someone who can learn and navigate new systems including case management, Microsoft, ATS, HR systems, and other types of organisational software.
- Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency.
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we Offer
- 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
- Employer Pension Contribution
- Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
- Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more
- Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work
- Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
- Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Annual Staff Awards
- EDI Ambassador programme
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.
We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group.
Additional Information
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.
Empowering independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital and off the streets
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ROLE PROFILE: Carers Service Manager - Herefordshire Carer Links
Responsible to: Director of Governance and Charitable Services
Responsible for: Operational team operating across Herefordshire
Location: Hybrid Home / Office Based – Fred Bulmer Centre, Hereford (minimum two days in the office)
Salary: £30,000
Hours of Work: Full Time – 37.5 hours per week
Key Purpose / WHY?
The Carers Services Manager will play a vital role in leading a team to assist unpaid carers to connect with their communities and access the support they need within Herefordshire. The role will support the Herefordshire team, who deliver the ‘what matters’ assessment to carers and provide bespoke, person-centered information, advice and guidance to people accessing our services. Support includes but is not limited to; one-to-one support, events and activities, as well as signposting and referring to relevant agencies for additional support helping people on their caring journey. The role will work alongside internal teams and external partners to create community connections, develop an outreach support program, linking people to community resources with a focus on preventing the need for escalation to statutory services.
Key accountabilities & responsibilities
1. Service Leadership and Delivery
· Oversee day to day delivery of our commissioned Information, Advice and Guidance service for unpaid Carers in Herefordshire
· Facilitate the application, review and distribution of small grants to unpaid carers across the region as required
· Monitor service quality and delivery and report monthly Key Performance Indicators and quarterly monitoring reports to Local Authority Commissioners. Ensure reporting demonstrates the scale, impact, and quality of our services.
· Meet with commissioners to review service performance quarterly
· Ensure the service is visible and accessible to carers from all communities
· Support carer self-identification and address barriers to engagement, including those faced by underrepresented groups of carers
· Help raise the profile and recognition of TuVida to assist with recruitment, service-user and partner engagement and financial sustainability by contributing to social media presence and the website
2. Service Development
· Work collaboratively with senior colleagues, identifying opportunities for sustainable growth, and working to execute commercial opportunities, including
supporting and/or leading on tendering,
· Bidding, and negotiating new business as well as business retention strategies and mobilisation of new business.
3. Team Management
· Lead and develop a team to deliver person-centered outcomes for unpaid carers across Herefordshire providing practical support and guidance as required
· Provide exemplary leadership and management for the team, including regular team meetings, 121’s and objective setting, caseload management, performance reviews and promoting professional development and well-being
· Create development plans for team members, identifying training needs and growth opportunities within the team and wider organisation
· Foster a collaborative team environment that promotes knowledge sharing, continuous improvement, and high-performance standards
· Delegate effectively while maintaining oversight of service quality and manager satisfaction
· Oversee recruitment and inductions of new staff
· Manage leave and staff absence
· Act as designated safeguarding lead for the team, maintaining hight standards of safeguarding practice. Support the team through the process of raising safeguards and following up on safeguarding concerns complying with internal and external agencies policies and procedures.
4. Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement
· Ensure the services work collaboratively with partners and community services, manage the delivery of a program of support and services that help improve the wellbeing of carers and which respond to their needs and aspirations.
· Lead on increasing the awareness of TuVida’s services in the county, including development of marketing materials, attending events, stakeholder meetings and increasing recognition of and support available for unpaid carers.
· Build and maintain effective relationships with local authority, health services, and other stakeholders and third sector organisations involved in supporting carers
· Represent the service at multi-agency meetings and network meetings
· Promote awareness of carer rights and needs within the community through talks and training
General
As a carers services manager the post holder will be a key brand ambassador and a custodian of our values and our reputation. The post holder will lead by example in every area of their work and will work in accordance with the organisation’s policies and procedures.
We are an organisation led by our culture and values. Our expectation is that all employees will adhere to behaviors that demonstrate these values in everything they do and all decisions they make. No matter what role an employee holds in the organisation, we expect them to operate with compassion for our clients and for each other; to fiercely protect and promote the brand and the reputation of the organisation; and to work in a spirit of openness and trust…always challenging practice or behavior that compromises the reputation or values in any way.
Vision Values
A society where every person who is ill or
disabled and every carer can live well and
enjoy life Pioneering – we will continuously try new approaches and ideas, challenging the status quo. Uncompromising – we will do what we say we are going to do and when we are going to do it. Compassionate – we are committed to enabling people to have choice over their care and support.
Person Specification
Essential Experience Required Desirable Experience Required
· Experience of leading or managing
frontline services.
· Experience of managing staff and/or
volunteers.
· Experience of safeguarding
responsibilities. · A network of contacts within local authorities, the health sector and voluntary sector organisations in Herefordshire. · Experience of working with unpaid carers or people with care/support needs. · Experience of business case development and bid writing/contract tendering. · Experience of managing Health & Safety risks. · Knowledge of the Care Act and carers rights
Essential Skills and Abilities Required Desirable Skills and Abilities Required
· Strong leadership and team building
skills.
· Able to look at the bigger picture and
devise plans and priorities that are clearly
aligned to achieving an agreed strategy.
To also contribute to decision-making
and future strategy development.
· Ability to enact and/or manage change.
· Excellent communication and
relationship building skills, able to
communicate effectively with service
users, external partners, funders and
professionals.
· Ability to work co-operatively and
effectively with colleagues across the
organisation.
· Ability to obtain and provide insight and
analysis to ensure funders fully
understand the value of our services and
that we are meeting contract
requirements with a focus on meeting
targets and demonstrating outcomes.
· Capacity to resolve complex and/or
challenging situations with the ability to
influence actions and appropriately and
positively respond to constructive
criticism or challenge.
· Ability to maintain professional
boundaries, including appropriate levels
of confidentiality and the requirements
of GDPR.
Qualifications Required Other Desirable Criteria
· Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications · Ability and willingness to travel as part of the role and wider organisational requirements. · A commitment to continual professional development · Positive attitude toward carers and committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. · Knowledge of using CRM systems. · ILM Level 5 or above
NB: This role profile is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, but to give an indication of the main areas of activity and involvement
This role profile is an outline of the key tasks and responsibilities of the post, and the post holder may be required to undertake additional duties appropriate to the pay band. The post may change over time to reflect the developing needs of the Charity and its services, as well as the personal development needs of the post holder.
This post is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
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Job title: Employment Advisor
Salary: Circa £26,049 per annum
Hours: Full time
Reporting to: Project Manager
Location: Carlisle / Workington, Cumbria
About us
Groundwork aims to be the UK’s leading regeneration charity, working through partnership to create communities in which people are proud to live and work. This programme will deliver Groundwork’s mission of supporting people to improve their prospects and reach their full potential.
About the role
Working as a member of the Employment Team you will engage on a 1:1 basis with our employment programme participants, establishing and maintaining excellent relationships to understand and meet their individual needs. You will develop personal action plans which enable movement of these people towards and into further sustainable employment. You will work in a friendly, busy employment team environment to ensure programme performance targets are consistently achieved to meet requirements of the allocated contract.
A bit about you
We want someone like you with the confidence to positively engage and motivate people from a wide range of backgrounds. In your role you will work closely with the local community and employers, supporting referrals onto the programme and identifying employment opportunities. You will enable participants to develop valuable work based skills and gain knowledge.
Your role will require you to be supportive and understanding, be able to deal with any issues that may arise confidently. You will have strong interpersonal skills and be able to adapt them pending on what you are dealing with, communicating at different levels as key in this role.
Closing date: Midnight on Tuesday 31st March 2026
Please note, should we receive a high volume of applications, we may look to close the role early, therefore we recommend an early application.
This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure endorsed by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the Apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Make yourself at home
We want you to be yourself at Groundwork and we value everything that makes you unique. We recognise and celebrate your difference and together we make Groundwork a special and great place to work. As a Disability Confident employer we offer a guaranteed interview to applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria for the role.
At Groundwork we ensure that we provide a safe environment for adults, children and young people to take part in any activity or service that we organise. We are committed to creating a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk. Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and comprehensive process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all the people we appoint are suitable to work with our children, young people and adults
This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship – the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
No agencies please.
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Job Title: Senior Philanthropy Manager
Reporting To: Head of Philanthropy & Special Events
Salary Range: £45.000 - £50.000
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Hybrid, across London sites. Old Street, Canary Wharf & Poplar.
Working days/hours per week: 35 per week, 9am – 5pm
Requirements: We can only employ applicants who currently have the right to work in the UK.
Our Vision: A UK where “No good food goes to waste”.
The Felix Project and FareShare have recently merged to form the UK's largest food redistribution charity. Its vision is a UK where good food is never wasted, and nobody goes hungry.
The organisation rescues high quality edible surplus food, from across the food industry and gets it to over 8,000 organisations across the UK who are working to strengthen communities and improve lives.
The charity manages seven depots across London, Suffolk, Merseyside and Hampshire and works with 16 network partners who operate a further 26 regional depots across the UK.
Over the next year our ambition is to rescue enough food nationally to provide nearly 200 million meals, turning an environmental problem into social good with measurable impact for people, planet, and the economy.
Purpose of the Job
Nurturing high-value relationships with major donors to maximise support to drive growth in income targets.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Build relationships with a portfolio of prospective major donors, understanding philanthropic motivations and tailoring opportunities for engagement to inspire major gifts
- Leading the creation of new product ideas to encourage repeat, sustainable, mid-level gifting
- Foster a deep understanding of the charity work and strategy, including the regional network, to enable value adding support of frontline charity visits and tours
- Develop innovative and personalised stewardship plans to deepen donor relationships
- Develop compelling written communications, including emails, proposals, and reports to showcase the impact of donor support
- Work with colleagues across the Fundraising function to maximise cross over opportunities between income areas
- Staying up to date with trends and data form the charity sector to optimise donor experiences and identify new opportunities
- Maintain accurate records of donor interactions and consistently update cultivation plans
- Actively participate in budget setting and quarterly forecasting
- Ensure compliance with Funding Regulations and GDPR
We deliver this surplus food to charities and schools so they can provide healthy meals and help the most vulnerable in our society.



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Role Overview
The Talent Set is delighted to partner with this wonderful health charity on a fantastic Interim Head of Philanthropy role. This pivotal position involves leading a dynamic fundraising team, nurturing major donor relationships, and overseeing income streams to ensure continued growth. The role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a renowned health charity for an initial 7 month contract.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support a team of four fundraising professionals, overseeing their work and development.
- Cultivate and steward relationships with major donors, securing gifts ranging from a few thousand to £300,000 annually.
- Manage and enhance engagement at key events
- Collaborate closely with senior colleagues, including the CEO and community teams, to maximise fundraising outcomes.
- Oversee pipelines for multiple income streams, ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
- Maintain hands-on involvement in fundraising activities, including representing the organisation at events and networking opportunities.
- Monitor and report on progress, providing updates to senior leadership to inform strategic decisions.
Person Specification
- Proven experience in philanthropy and major gift fundraising.
- Excellent relationship-building skills with the ability to engage and steward high-net-worth donors.
- Strong leadership qualities, capable of motivating and managing a team effectively.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with clear financial and strategic targets.
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments, maintaining a professional and approachable manner.
- Good organisational skills with attention to detail to manage multiple income streams.
What’s on Offer
Day rate: £197.63 per day PAYE + holiday pay
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Are you an organised and proactive events professional with a passion for creating high-quality supporter experiences?
From intimate cultivation dinners to flagship stewardship moments, our high value events play an important role in building meaningful relationships with our most committed supporters. We’re looking for an exceptionally organised High Value Events Assistant to play a key role in supporting the delivery of this varied and ambitious programme.
What does this role do?
As High Value Events Assistant, you will:
- provide high-quality administrative and delivery support across a portfolio of flagship, bespoke and stewardship events for high value audiences.
- manage guest lists, invitations and RSVPs, ensuring accurate data handling and a seamless supporter journey.
- support the development of event content and collateral, including liaising with internal teams and sourcing compelling case studies.
- research and liaise with venues and suppliers, source prize donations and support event logistics to ensure smooth delivery.
- lead on the organisation of regular internal events, including the annual departmental conference.
- take responsibility for delivering a small number of supporter engagement events, working with major donors and corporate partners where appropriate.
Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for Tuesday 31st March and Wednesday 1st April 2026 and will take place on Teams.
Could this be you?
To be successful in this role, you’ll have experience in events, administration or team support, ideally within the charity, fundraising or corporate sectors. You’ll be highly organised, detail-focused and confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You’ll bring strong communication skills, sound judgement and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Most importantly, you’ll be motivated to contribute to impactful events that support the mission of Dogs Trust.
About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.
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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!
These roles require regular in-person engagement in London. Applicants must be able to travel to and work in London easily. AN ISVA QUALIFICATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POST.
About us
SurvivorsUK exists for men and non-binary people who have experienced any form of sexual violence.
We support – by providing services such as a helpline, counselling, ISVA and groupwork.
We challenge – by raising public awareness of the issue, and dispelling myths
We build – by creating and facilitating networks for better access to help
Role
You will provide pro–active emotional, practical and advocacy support for male and non-binary survivors who have experienced any form of sexual violence and are engaging (or considering engaging) with the criminal justice system.
Our ISVAs work with clients currently residing in any London borough, or if the abuse was committed in any London borough. Some travel to London will be expected.
An ISVA qualification or relevant degree is desirable, but not essential. We consider people from a wide range of educational backgrounds and work experience. What matters is that you are empathetic and will support the specific needs of our clients.
Please see attached Job Description and Personal Specification for more information
Benefits of Working with Us
- We are a Disability Confident Employer
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to Clinical Supervision, if relevant for your role
- Acces to gym at our Hackney Wick offices
- Commitment to your professional development
How to apply
To express an interest in the role and to be considered, please review our JD and Personal Spec and submit the following:
- An up-to-date CV.
- A supporting statement that addresses each of the requirements in the person specification, and outlines your motivations for applying.
Closing date: Sunnday 22nd March 2026 at 12pm
Interviews: TBC, these may take place remotely or in-person in our offices in London
We especially encourage applications from individuals who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including men, non-binary, Black and Asian, trans, disabled people, and those from other marginalised groups. We recognise and value the unique experiences that arise from the intersections of these identities, and we particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience or a strong understanding of the issues faced by our service users.
At SurvivorsUK, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We also understand the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements, including job share opportunities, to support candidates with caregiving responsibilities or other needs.
If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process or have any accessibility needs, please let us know. We are here to provide any support necessary to ensure the process is inclusive for you.
Our vision is a society that acknowledges, supports, and advocates for men and non-binary people who have been affected by rape or sexual abuse
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Young Carers Service Manager role
An opportunity is available to help make life better for carers
Hours - 30 hours per week (including occasional evenings/weekends)
Salary: £36,000 FTE per annum (£28,800 actual)
This is an opportunity to lead a passionate, skilled team and shape services that genuinely change lives by supporting the Young Carers in our region.
Are you self-motivated, organised, empathetic, able to work collaboratively and autonomously, passionate about supporting young people, able to influence strategic development and able to think on your feet then you might want to consider joining a small team of like-minded people.
Our charity, Carers Support, works across Bristol and South Gloucestershire to support unpaid family carers who are supporting their loved ones at home.
We currently have a vacancy in our Young Carers Service Team to support the Chief Executive and Senior Management Team and lead the Young Carers Service. This is a senior role that requires managerial experience, an understanding of the youth sector, safeguarding, and the ability to work with different employed teams and volunteers.
Main duties will include:
To:
· Be a member of the Senior Management team and actively participate in the overall strategic management and development of the organisation.
· Ensure that the strategic development of the young carer service is co-ordinated and services are delivered in line with funded contract and grant requirements, CSC's development plan and local and national strategies and priorities.
· Be responsible for the support, supervision, management and development of the Operational manager, Schools Development Officer and Engagement worker
· Be the Children and Young People’s Safeguarding lead, working in conjunction with the Adults Safeguarding lead and deputies.
· Ensure young carers voice leads service development internally and externally improving the identification and support for young carers across Bristol and South Gloucestershire.
· Ensure sustainability developing service plans and working with Fundraising manager to raise the funds to sustain services that meet young carers needs.
There’s lots more we could tell you, but why not apply and come and see for yourself.
Closing date for applications is 22nd March 2026 @ 12 noon with interviews on 8th April 2026.
Please visit our website for all the information you need and details of how to apply. All completed applications should be returned to our recruitment team.
If you would like to know more about this role, please email Joss Tagg, Young Carers Manager for further information.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer, and our workplace is free of barriers and fully accessible for people with disabilities. We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults; from recruitment of staff through to supporting our team working with families and carers in crisis.
Registered Charity No: 1063226
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a truly exciting time to join the Fundraising Team. As Fauna & Flora continues to strengthen its global impact, we are investing in the systems, insight, and intelligence needed to support a more ambitious fundraising programme. Our work with donors is expanding rapidly, and the ability to identify new prospects, markets, and networks is becoming increasingly central to our success.
The Research Officer, External Insight & Private Sector will play a key role in supporting this growth. You will lead on identifying and qualifying new prospects, monitoring developments across philanthropic and private sector landscapes, and ensuring that Fauna & Flora is well-positioned to pursue emerging opportunities. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, the role ensures that early-stage engagement is informed, targeted, and strategically aligned.
You will bring excellent research skills, sound judgement, and a disciplined approach to data, alongside the ability to translate insight into clear, practical recommendations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-moving environment, is motivated by improving systems and understanding complex landscapes, and is keen to support an organisation delivering globally important work for people, nature, and climate.
You will be part of a small but expert Research & Insight function, working alongside the Research & Insight Manager and an existing Research & Insight Officer. Together, the function brings complementary regional, thematic, and donor‑type expertise, supporting colleagues across the full spectrum of prospect identification, qualification, and insight, and creating a collaborative environment in which this role can thrive.
In return, we offer the opportunity to work for a ground‑breaking organisation at the forefront of global conservation, with a generous pension contribution, attractive annual leave allowance, and life insurance.
Our offices are based in the David Attenborough Building in central Cambridge, within easy reach of historic buildings and museums, the River Cam, the central market, and a wide range of cafés and restaurants.
Please visit our website and download the job application for further details on how to apply
The closing date for applications is Sunday 12 April 2026. Interviews are likely to take place during the week commencing 20 April 2026.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa.
We are looking for a Senior Corporate Fundraiser to drive maximum impact, add value and increase corporate income.
They need someone strong in new business and who enjoys networking, there is normally an evening event once every six weeks.
This is a hybrid role with 3 days a week in the Hertfordshire office.
The Charity
You would be joining an incredible local social welfare charity and a passionate and welcoming fundraising Team of 8.
The Role
Attend and represent the charity at local and regional networking events, business groups, and corporate forums to proactively build new relationships and generate fundraising opportunities.
Research and network, making connections with business influencers, to secure long-term, high value mutual partnerships.
Research and identify new potential partnerships within the local area, developing a programme of consistent and ongoing engagement (cold calls/mailing/networking) to build relationships and secure support.
Maximise value from corporate support and develop new areas leading to growth in income i.e. Payroll Giving, Charity of the Year, Gift in Kind, Sponsorship.
Be hands on in supporting the wider fundraising team with the planning and delivery of events where required to ensure successful on-the-day execution, while proactively identifying and securing corporate sponsorship opportunities to maximise event income.
The Candidate
Experience developing and delivering a corporate fundraising or sales strategy.
Successful track record of building relationships and successfully influencing business stakeholders.
Experience managing and monitoring income and expenditure budgets.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
I am currently recruiting an Interim Senior People & Culture Partner role with a charity based in the East Midlands (Leicestershire area M1 corridor) on a 12-month fixed term contract at a salary in the range of £60,570 to £62,813 per year. This role can be carried out over 4 or 5 days per week with a minimum of 1 day per week in the office and the remainder working remotely.
Reporting to the HR Director, your role will be to provide leadership and management of the People and Culture team of 5 and drive forward existing and new projects. The ideal candidate will have experience of working in the Charity or Not-for-profit sector as an HR generalist with a background and ability to: -
- Work closely with the Senior Management Team and the Director of People and Culture to run an effective, compliant and well-supported people service
- Lead and manage the People and Culture and Facilities teams, ensuring high standards of service and strong teamwork
- Mentor the People & Culture Partner as part of a succession plan
- Support Organisational Change and the ongoing development of the People and Culture function
- Lead key people projects, including: HR systems (HRIS), Pay and benefits, Policies and procedures, Improvements to ways of working
- Advise and coach senior leaders and managers on all aspects of people management and building high-performing teams
- Overseeing the full employee journey, including: Recruitment and induction, Workforce planning, Learning and development, Apprenticeships, Engagement and wellbeing
- Support managers to run effective performance and development conversations
Experience of building and implementing a Development Framework would also be an advantage for this role.
If you are available within a months' notice and you have the skills and experience to undertake this role in the Leicestershire area, please submit your up to date CV and contact details in application.
Interim Chief Executive Officer – North Surrey Domestic Abuse Service (NSDAS)
Location: Elmbridge, Epsom & Ewell and Spelthorne (hybrid; 2 days per week on-site presence
Salary: circa £60,000 FTE (PAYE)
Contract: Fixed term 18-24 months, 4 days per week
Are you a seasoned, compassionate leader ready to stabilise and strengthen a trauma-informed frontline charity supporting survivors across North Surrey?
About North Surrey Domestic Abuse Service (NSDAS)
NSDAS is a specialist, survivor-centred charity formed as an independent Charitable Incorporated Organisation in 2024 following a period hosted by Citizens Advice. We provide confidential practical and emotional support to adults and children affected by domestic abuse across Elmbridge, Epsom & Ewell and Spelthorne, delivering helpline and email advice, advocacy, safety planning, refuge and housing pathways, recovery programmes and targeted work for children and young people. Our practice is trauma-informed and feminist in outlook, foregrounding safety, confidentiality and the lived experience of survivors.
We are a small, specialist organisation with an average headcount of around 18 (approximately 15 frontline staff and three support roles), supported by a committed cohort of volunteers. Since independence our trustees have prioritised governance, compliance and capacity building; in our first independently reported year total income was c.£932k and trustees view the near-term financial position as stable while planning prudently for the medium term. This interim appointment offers the chance to lead NSDAS through consolidation and prepare the charity for its next strategic phase.
As our next Interim Chief Executive Officer, you will:
• Strategy & Impact: Develop and deliver a clear 12-month operational plan, with pragmatic milestones and measurable outcomes that align with trustee priorities and service needs.
• Governance & Finance: Strengthen governance and risk reporting to the Board, maintain oversight of day-to-day financial control and cashflow, and support the Treasurer in preparing budgets and regular management reports.
• Operational Leadership: Provide stable, visible leadership and day-to-day operational management, ensuring continuity and quality of frontline services.
• Income Generation: Lead practical income-generation activity alongside trustees and fundraising staff, identify suitable funding opportunities and support bid development to diversify income and build unrestricted reserves.
• Service Quality & Safeguarding: Ensure survivor-centred practice, robust case recording, up-to-date safeguarding and lone-working protocols, and quality assurance across services.
• People & Wellbeing: Prioritise staff and volunteer wellbeing by embedding clinical supervision, promoting psychological safety and improving supervision and development arrangements.
• Community & Partnerships: Maintain and build constructive relationships with statutory partners (local authorities, police), Surrey Domestic Abuse Partnership members and other key stakeholders; represent NSDAS at multi-agency forums.
• Brand & Profile: Advocate for local service needs, raise NSDAS’s profile within the local ecosystem and support trustee work to communicate impact and local value.
Who you are
• A seasoned senior leader with proven executive experience in a small to medium-sized charity or comparable organisation (c.8–20 staff; turnover circa £0.5m+).
• Demonstrable experience of leading organisations through change or transition while maintaining service continuity.
• Strong people leadership skills with experience managing sensitive HR matters, staff wellbeing and clinical/therapeutic supervision arrangements.
• A track record of successful income generation and relationship management with funders, commissioners and statutory partners.
• Financially competent with experience of budgetary control, reading management accounts and reporting to trustees.
• Excellent communicator, credible at both operational detail and strategic discussion, with highly developed stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of domestic abuse and trauma-informed approaches is essential (practical experience in the VAWG sector strongly preferred).
• Commitment to equality, diversity and survivor-centred practice and the ability to travel across the boroughs and work flexibly.
• Essential occupational requirement: This post is open to female applicants only as this is deemed a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
• Desirable: experience of working within statutory commissioning environments and experience of accreditation/standards (for example Women’s Aid) or practical organisational transition/partnership development.
Why NSDAS?
• Lead a values-driven, trauma-informed charity delivering critical local services and making a tangible difference to survivors’ lives.
• Join a small, committed team with a clear focus on staff wellbeing, clinical supervision and psychologically safe practice.
• A visible leadership role during an important phase of consolidation and strategic development, with clear 12-month priorities and trustee support.
• Hybrid and flexible working (3–4 days per week), regional travel as required and a meaningful, high-impact interim appointment.
• Opportunity to strengthen governance, diversify income and build unrestricted reserves for longer-term resilience.
Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 30th March 2026
For full details of the role including how to apply, please download the full appointment brief. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny Hills at Harris Hill via the apply button with times to speak and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile which will be treated with the strictest confidence.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications for this role from women from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.


