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The National Safeguarding Policy and Development Manager will provide strategic leadership and manage a team focused on developing and implementing safeguarding policies for the Church of England Central Services.
As the National Policy Development Manager, you will play a crucial role in the National Safeguarding Team, offering strategic guidance and managing a team of policy professionals. Reporting to the Deputy Director for Development, you will be an integral part of the NST Leadership Team. This role demands substantial experience in senior-level safeguarding work, public speaking, and complex policy writing.
1. To operate at a strategic level, providing expert advice and guidance to senior church leaders, including the Deputy Director for Development on matter of policy and policy development.
2. To lead a team who manages and review effective processes for the development and implementation of a range of national safeguarding policies, codes of practice and guidance, including the development of project plans for policy development and implementation based on sound project management principles.
3. To coordinate the policy team to ensure they undertake the necessary policy and guidance development arising from the implementation of national reviews of the Church, including but not exclusive to: the investigation carried out by the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse into the Anglican Church (2020), the review led by Keith Makin in relation to the late John Smyth QC (2024) and the Charity Commission (England and Wales) Regulatory Action Plan for the Archbishops Council (2025).
4. To ensure that the policy team work collaboratively and engage all relevant stakeholders in the policy development and implementation process, including survivors, relevant lead bishops, clergy, church working groups, Regional Safeguarding Leads, Diocesan Safeguarding Officers / Cathedral Safeguarding Officers, including through the establishment of project working groups.
5. To ensure that engagement takes place with technical / functional experts relevant to the policy field, including academics, legal advisors, HR experts, and data protection officers, as well as researching the evidence base for the policy area, ensuring consistency with national, canon and ecclesiastical law and policy.
6. Ensuring the policy produced by the policy team is relevant to all parts of the Church, in particular: dioceses, parishes, cathedrals, religious communities and Theological Educational Institutions, and is informed by learning from within the Church (e.g. from Safeguarding Practice Reviews and diocesan / national audits).
7. Overseeing the work undertaken with relevant stakeholders to develop implementation plans for new and revised policies.
8. Working with NST colleagues at a leadership level to support a cycle of learning and review for national safeguarding policy.
9. Following governance processes for the approval of new and amended policies, including the preparation of timely, appropriate papers and reports for the National Safeguarding Steering Group, National Safeguarding Panel, General Synod and others.
10. Leading work to engage with other departments and working parties across the NCIs to ensure that their work and initiatives reflect national safeguarding policy.
11. Overseeing the safeguarding e- manual, including the maintenance and support contract and ensuring that it is kept up to date.
12. Working with Legal and other relevant functions to amend canon and ecclesiastical legislation relevant to safeguarding, by developing policy instructions, and supporting consultation and the drafting of new or revised legislation.
13. Building relationships and working with survivor groups and individual survivors, and colleagues in the NST:
* to ensure that the survivor perspective is present in safeguarding policies.
* to ensure that the survivor perspective is present in other areas of development and activity such as safeguarding training and quality assurance.
14. Effectively lead a policy team to prepare briefings, responding to and contributing to communications, and answering queries from dioceses and other Church Bodies on relevant aspects of safeguarding policy.
15. This role has line management responsibility for a small team of Policy Officers and a Policy Lead.
16. Represent the National Safeguarding Team Senior Leadership Team at strategic and governance meetings, deputising when necessary.
This is a fixed-term contract ending on 31st May 2027.
Closing Date - 25th August at 5pm.
Essential
Skills/Aptitudes:
1. Able to operate at a senior level, providing a strategic overview on policy matters.
2. Able to effectively line manage a small staff team, providing reflective supervision which enables the individual to professionally develop.
3. Able to build effective, trusting influential relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, at all levels.
4. Able to lead and manage complex projects through all stages including at a national level
5. Able to develop project plans based on sound project and change management principles.
6. Able to lead and facilitate project groups, ensuring they deliver the outcome required.
7. Able to communicate complex ideas succinctly and clearly in writing for a range of audiences.
8. Ability to analyse and summarise large amounts of complex written information from a range of sources and turn into meaningful policy.
9. Able to speak in public to large groups of people in an impactful and engaging way.
10. Ability to communicate with survivors and people of all backgrounds effectively both in written form and verbally.
Knowledge/Experience:
1. Experience of working at a senior level in a complex safeguarding environment.
2. Experience of line managing a team of individuals in order to get the best from them.
3. Experience in safeguarding of children and/or adults and policy and guidance development in the safeguarding sector.
4. Experience of producing clear, effective national policy and guidance for a range of audiences.
5. Knowledge of national safeguarding legislation, statutory guidance and policy (e.g. Children Acts, Care Act, Working Together, criminal justice legislation) both current and historical as relevant to non-recent abuse.
6. Knowledge of latest research and practice developments in the safeguarding field.
7. Experience of working across departments and organisations to support strategic policy development, delivering projects that have measurable impacts.
8. Experience of analysis and effective communication of safeguarding recommendations and findings.
9. Experience of working with a wide range of stakeholders including senior officials.
10. Experience of engaging with children, young people and adults at risk.
11. Experience of working with survivors of abuse.
12. An understanding and application of trauma-informed theory, approaches and practice.
Personal Attributes:
1. Able to inspire the trust, confidence and commitment of others.
2. Personal authority, gravitas and confidence - able to influence and persuade at all levels and with a range of stakeholders.
3. Relational: expert in valuing and managing relationships with others as the means of delivering change. Emotionally intelligent.
4. Politically astute - understanding, and managing successfully, organisational politics.
5. Principled - strong value base and commitment to doing the right thing.
6. Brave - willing to challenge others constructively and to be self-reflexive, welcoming feedback.
7. In sympathy with the aims of the Church of England
Desirable
1. Experience of safeguarding quality assurance and inspection / audit processes.
2. Knowledge of how safeguarding operates in the Church of England.
3. Understanding of Church of England national structures and policies.
4. Experience of co-production with adults with lived experience.
Education:
Degree level or equivalent experience.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
The Church of England’s vocation is and always has been to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ afresh in each generation to the people of England.
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The Digital Manager - CRM, Emails and Analytics is responsible for overseeing the Church of England's CRM (Salesforce), email marketing (including Mailchimp), and digital analytics. The role leads on developing audience-led strategies, improving user journeys, and ensuring campaigns are data-driven and effective across channels.
We are seeking a talented and passionate Digital Manager to oversee and enhance key digital tools and engagement strategies. In this role, you will play a crucial part in shaping the Church of England's use of email marketing and audience strategy.
This role will use the tools introduced by the Digital Team in recent years to transform the way we reach key audiences. You will act as a bridge between digital and teams across the organisation, looking for opportunities to connect with communities and equip colleagues to reach audiences in an informed way. You will be responsible for overseeing the use of CRM and email tools, shaping audience-led strategies, and ensuring insight drives decision-making.
You will work closely with the websites and social media colleagues within the Digital Team, and with colleagues across the national Church to ensure a coherent and effective approach to digital engagement.
Digital and Email strategy
- Manage and develop the Church of England's use of email marketing platform (Mailchimp)
- Onboard, support and upskill colleagues to use Mailchimp for their newsletters and improve the effectiveness, accessibility, and performance of these newsletters and email campaigns
- Establish best practice and governance for email newsletters across teams
- Collaborate with stakeholders to plan and deliver digital marketing campaigns across channels (email, web, social, paid)
- Ensure consistent audience targeting, segmentation, and messaging across all digital communications
- Champion house style and best practice in terms of language, tone and accessibility of content.
- Audience Strategy and User Journeys
- Develop a strategic understanding of key audiences and how they engage across digital platforms
- Map and optimise user journeys across CRM, websites, email and campaigns to improve engagement and outcomes
- Identify opportunities to deepen relationships with audiences through personalisation and automation
- Advocate for audience-first thinking across the organisation
CRM and Platform Management
- Manage agencies responsible for CRM (Salesforce), development, maintenance, and support acting as the in-house expert to colleagues, with Technology colleagues
- Develop and maintain a long-term CRM roadmap aligned with organisational priorities
- Provide CRM consultancy and project management to teams across the NCIs
Champion a multi-channel, joined-up approach to audience engagement
Analytics and Insight
- Lead on analytics across digital platforms, providing clear, actionable insight
- Develop dashboards and reporting to inform decision-making for campaigns and strategy
- Work with the Data Team to ensure digital analytics contribute to national reporting and organisational insight
- Use data to continually test, learn, and improve performance across channels
Campaigns and Content
- Support digital campaigns across the NCIs, ensuring alignment with CRM and audience strategy
- Provide guidance on content optimisation and digital user experience
- Support consistent presentation and user experience across Church of England platforms
Trends and External Engagement
- Stay up to date with developments in digital marketing, CRM, analytics and audience engagement
- Build networks with external organisations, agencies and professional forums
Essential
The successful applicant will have proven experience in a digital, CRM, or digital marketing role, ideally within a complex or multi-stakeholder organisation. As the lead on using our CRM to improve our communication with various audiences, you will have experience working with CRM systems (preferably Salesforce) and/or marketing automation platforms. Experience managing email marketing platforms such as Mailchimp, including segmentation, campaign delivery, and performance optimisation, is essential.
Other requirements that are essential for this role include:
- Demonstrable experience using analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics, CRM reporting, dashboards) to generate actionable insights
- Ability to write clearly and follow house style to draft email copy and train other colleagues to do so
- Experience developing and interpreting digital marketing performance reports and using data to improve outcomes
- Strong understanding of audience segmentation, user journeys, and digital engagement strategies
- Experience supporting or delivering multi-channel digital marketing campaigns, including email, web, and social media
- Experience managing agencies or external suppliers
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and support colleagues at all levels
- Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Understanding of accessibility and inclusive design in digital communications
- Knowledge of current trends and best practice in digital marketing, analytics, and audience engagement
Desirable
Desirable experience for this role would include a knowledge of paid digital marketing (e.g. paid social, search), including planning, monitoring, and evaluating campaign performance, so that the successful candidate can collaborate with colleagues in the Digital Team.
Other desirable experience includes:
- Experience supporting colleagues or organisations to improve digital communications, including newsletters and campaign content
- Familiarity with UX principles and mapping user journeys across digital platforms
- Experience working in a large, distributed, or mission-driven organisation
- Ability to work with agencies to translate complex technical concepts and data into clear, usable insights for non-technical stakeholders
- Knowledge of paid digital marketing (e.g. paid social, search), including planning, monitoring, and evaluating campaign performance.
Personal Attributes
The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with a strong audience-first mindset. Curious and proactive, with a desire to test, learn and continuously improve. Collaborative and supportive, with a willingness to coach and enable others. Detail-oriented, with a commitment to high-quality outputs and passionate about using digital to support organisational mission and impact.
Circumstances:
Able to occasionally travel across the country to different dioceses, churches and other Church of England organisations. You may also be required to assist with training of colleagues and other stakeholders.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
The Church of England’s vocation is and always has been to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ afresh in each generation to the people of England.
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The purpose of this role is to lead the design and delivery of learning programmes that help social entrepreneurs create lasting impact. You’ll take direct responsibility for facilitating cohorts as well as leading 1-2-1 coaching and diagnostics, and delivering Action Learning Sets, SSE’s long-standing peer-coaching method (training provided). You’ll hold accountability for the quality of programmes allocated to you. You’ll work alongside our learning facilitators and our learning and enterprise development managers to ensure every programme stays true to our action learning approach.
As SSE deepens its focus on commercial acumen and scale-up support, you’ll help make sure that direction reaches every cohort you work with — keeping your programmes as sharp, practical and impactful as everything else we do. You’ll bring your own commercial awareness to how you facilitate, and build relationships with contributors, speakers and specialists who can bring real-world commercial expertise into the room for your cohorts.
You’ll succeed in this role if you believe in what social entrepreneurship can achieve and want to support social ventures to grow and create more impact in their communities and beyond.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
To equip people with skills, funding, and networks to realise their potential, improve lives and protect the planet.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Church of England's national Vocations Marketing Communications Lead will lead bold and engaging communications that bring ministerial vocations to life for people across the Church. Through inspiring storytelling, impactful campaigns and strong partnerships, you'll help more people discover, discern and pursue their calling to play their part in God's story.
The national Vocations Marketing Communications Lead will lead bold and engaging communications that bring ministerial vocations to life across the Church of England. Through compelling campaigns, inspiring stories and creative content, you'll help people from every background explore their part in God's story and consider where they may be called to serve.
Working nationally, you'll play a key role in equipping dioceses with the tools, resources and communications they need to support those exploring their vocation, while enabling parishes to nurture and encourage emerging ministerial vocations within local communities. From digital engagement and website development to events, newsletters and national initiatives, this is a strategic and creative role with the opportunity to strengthen vocational culture and help more individuals discover, discern and pursue God's call to ministry.
This is a three year fixed term position.
The closing date for applications is 7th September.
Play a key part in the renewal of ministerial vocations across the Church by working in close partnership with colleagues to:
- Lead the ongoing development and delivery of a national marketing, communications and engagement strategy that strengthens a culture of vocation across the Church.
- Create and deliver compelling campaigns that inspire people from every background and heritage to explore their part in God's story and consider a vocation in ministry.
- Equip dioceses with high-quality communications, resources and tools to support people discerning their vocation.
- Enable parishes to recognise, nurture and encourage emerging ministerial vocations within local communities.
- Develop inspiring written, digital and video content that showcases the breadth, diversity and impact of ministry across the Church.
- Lead communications for key national initiatives, events and campaigns, ensuring strong engagement and visibility.
- Identify and promote opportunities to raise the profile of ministerial vocations through media, storytelling and public engagement. Strive for excellence | Show compassion | Collaborate | Respect others | Act with integrity
- Monitor and evaluate engagement and campaign performance, using insight and data to strengthen future communications and increase impact.
- Oversee and enhance digital channels, websites, newsletters and other platforms to maximise reach, participation and impact.
- Build strong relationships with colleagues including the national communications team, dioceses, communications networks and external partners to amplify vocational opportunities and stories.
- Significant experience of developing and delivering successful communications, marketing and engagement strategies in a large and complex organisation.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build relationships, influence outcomes and balance competing priorities.
- A track record of creating impactful campaigns and communications that engage, inspire and mobilise audiences.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messages for different audiences and contexts.
- Experience of using a wide range of channels and platforms, including websites, newsletters, social media, email marketing and digital communications.
- Strong planning and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes.
- Experience of monitoring performance, evaluating impact and using insight and data to shape future activity.
- A commitment to broadening participation and engaging people from the widest possible range of backgrounds and experiences.
- Creativity, initiative and a collaborative approach, with the confidence to generate new ideas and drive continuous improvement.
- An enthusiasm for the mission of the Church of England and a passion for helping more people discover, discern and respond to God's call to ministry.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
The Church of England’s vocation is and always has been to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ afresh in each generation to the people of England.
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The Senior Internal Auditor delivers and reports on complex, risk‑based Internal Audit (IA) and advisory reviews across the National Church Institutions, providing independent assurance and practical recommendations that strengthen governance, risk management and internal controls.
The Senior Internal Auditor sits within the Risk & Assurance team, which supports the National Church Institutions (NCIs) of the Church of England. The NCIs bring together a wide range of services and organisations that help enable the Church's mission across the country. This role plays an important part in providing independent assurance that risks are appropriately managed and key controls are operating effectively.
Reporting to the Deputy Director of Assurance, the Senior Internal Auditor will deliver risk-based assurance and advisory reviews across the National Church Institutions. The role involves working with colleagues at all levels of the organisation to evaluate governance, risk management and internal control arrangements and identify opportunities for improvement.
The postholder will deliver Internal Audit (IA) engagements from planning through to reporting, producing clear, evidence-based findings and practical recommendations. The role will also contribute to the development of the annual IA plan, continuous improvement of IA methodologies, and the promotion of effective risk management practices across the NCIs.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced auditor to broaden their exposure across governance, finance, operations, safeguarding, and strategic risk, while contributing to the mission and work of the Church of England.
You will be responsible for leading IA work from start to finish. This includes planning audits based on risk, working with teams across the organisation to understand how services operate, and reporting clear, balanced findings to senior management and Audit and Risk Committees. The role requires strong judgement, the ability to influence constructively, and confidence in working with senior stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
Plan and deliver risk-based IA and advisory reviews across a broad range of NCI activities.
Undertake audit fieldwork, including interviews, process reviews, data analytics, control testing and evaluation of management information.
Identify control weaknesses, governance issues and emerging risks, assessing their impact and significance.
Prepare clear, concise and evidence-based audit reports containing practical and proportionate recommendations.
Agree IA findings and management actions with stakeholders and monitor progress against agreed actions where required.
Build productive relationships with colleagues, senior managers and other stakeholders across the NCIs.
Contribute to the development of the IA plan through risk assessment activities and identification of emerging risks.
Support reporting to senior management and the Audit and Risk Committees.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of IA processes, methodologies and use of IA technology.
Maintain professional knowledge and comply with applicable professional standards and ethical requirements.
Alongside assurance work, you will also provide timely advice on internal controls and risk management, helping teams strengthen how risks are identified, assessed and managed across the organisation.
This role would suit an experienced IA professional who is confident delivering complex IA assignments, engaging with senior stakeholders and providing clear, balanced assurance and advice. You will possess strong analytical skills, sound professional judgement and the ability to explain risk and control issues in a constructive and practical manner.
To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate the following key requirements:
A recognised professional qualification in IA or accountancy (for example CMIIA, CIA, ACA, ACCA, AAT or equivalent)
Demonstrable experience delivering risk‑based IA engagements, from planning through to reporting
Strong understanding of governance, risk management and internal control frameworks and their practical application.
Experience assessing the design and effectiveness of controls and identifying opportunities for improvement.
Strong stakeholder engagement skills and experience working with managers and senior leaders.
Excellent written communication skills, including the production of clear, concise and evidence-based audit reports.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret information and draw objective conclusions.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet agreed deadlines and quality standards.
High standards of professional integrity, objectivity and discretion.
You do not need prior knowledge of the Church of England to apply. An interest in working within a values‑led organisation, and a commitment to collaboration, integrity and continuous improvement, will be important for success in the role.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
The Church of England’s vocation is and always has been to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ afresh in each generation to the people of England.
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The National Society for Education (NSE) is both an NCI and a Royal-charter charity. It's aims are to support Church schools and the wider education sector by developing leaders, shaping policy and growing faith.
The NSE leads the Church of England's national work in education in partnership with 41 Diocesan Boards of Education and approximately 4,700 Church of England schools. We also support the national education work of the Church in Wales, which includes around 150 schools. Our presence extends to work with community schools and academy trusts, as well as higher and further education through numerous chaplaincies, providing spiritual support and guidance to children and young people, and to adults.
We are a dynamic team, working remotely from our homes around the country. We gather regularly online, and also have in-person team days through the year.
The National Society for Education (NSE) leads the Church of England's national work in education in partnership with 41 Diocesan Boards of Education and approximately 4,700 Church of England schools. We also support the national education work of the Church in Wales, which includes around 150 schools. Our presence extends to work with community schools and academy trusts, as well as higher and further education through numerous chaplaincies, providing spiritual support and guidance to children and young people, and to adults.
As Marketing Officer, you will join the Business Development, Marketing and Communications Manager and Communications Coordinator to form a small yet dynamic and effective marketing team. Together you will support the marketing activities for the National Society for Education and the sub teams within it. These include the Professional Learning Group, Growing Faith, Partnerships & Engagement, Education Policy and SIAMS teams.
- Assist in maintaining the social media content calendar and creating and scheduling approved content across the NSE channels.
- Provide support in identifying key audience groups and tailor content to ensure relevance and engagement.
- Support the preparation of monthly marketing reports with social media analytics so we can monitor engagement and performance of campaigns.
- Support in market research activities to inform future marketing activities.
- Keep up to date with current market trends relating to the education sector.
- Provide support to the Communications Coordinator in updating and adding content to the NSE website.
- Occasionally use templates to design assets for external marketing activities.
- Occasionally provide marketing support and training to team members and partners.
- Occasionally attend in-person events to gather marketing material and schedule live socials.
- Occasionally support at film- and photo-shoots to create content that promotes our work.
The main duties and responsibilities of your role are outlined in the above job description. This list is not exhaustive and is intended to reflect your main tasks and areas of work. Changes may occur over time, and you will be expected to agree any reasonable changes to your job description that are commensurate with your banding and in line with the general nature of your post. You will be consulted about any changes to your job description before these are implemented.
This is a fixed-term contract until 31st August 2027.
The Church of England is for everyone, and we want to reflect the diversity of the community the Church serves across the whole country. Therefore, while of course we welcome all applications from interested and suitably experienced people, we would particularly welcome applicants from UK Minoritised Ethnicities (UKME)/Global Majority Heritage (GMH) and other under-represented groups.
Essential
Knowledge/Experience
* Experience in an administrative role
* Basic understanding of social media platforms and how they are used for marketing
Skills/Aptitudes
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Competency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
* High-level attention to detail
* Proactive and able to work under own initiative
* Proven ability to prioritise conflicting demands and keep to deadlines
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Creative thinking
* Comfortable with working remotely
Desirable
Knowledge/Experience
* Previous experience in a marketing role
* Previous experience updating website content on Squarespace
Skills/Aptitudes
* Competency with social media scheduling tools
* Competency with design tools, such as Canva
* Photography and video editing
* Enthusiasm for digital marketing and content creation
Education
* Bachelor's degree in marketing, business or related field
Registered Charity
101 - 500
The Church of England’s vocation is and always has been to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ afresh in each generation to the people of England.
Thank you!
The Bishop of Sheffield is seeking to appoint a new Senior Personal Assistant. This is a high-profile and pivotal appointment, providing an exciting opportunity to work closely with the Bishop at the heart of the Diocese of Sheffield. We are looking for a dynamic, highly organised and proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage competing priorities and work confidently with initiative and discretion. The role is predominantly office-based, with flexibility to work remotely at times, and is based in a friendly and busy office in a pleasant and beautiful environment. It requires someone who can work effectively and independently while being a collaborative and valued member of the wider Bishop's team.
This is a significant and high-profile appointment, and we are looking for someone who will become a trusted member of a dedicated team based at Bishopscroft. The role is exceptionally varied, busy and demanding and immensely rewarding, providing support across every aspect of the Bishop's ministry - from diocesan leadership and parish life to national Church responsibilities, civic engagements and his work in the House of Lords.
The successful candidate will be someone who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly. You will be highly organised, able to exercise sound judgement and manage complex competing priorities with good humour and grace. You will need to be an excellent communicator, comfortable dealing with people from all walks of life, and able to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion.
Although much of the role is practical and administrative, its purpose is much broader. By ensuring that the Bishop's office runs smoothly and efficiently, you will play an important part in supporting his ministry and the mission of the Diocese of Sheffield to flourish and grow.
Whether you are already familiar with the life of the Church of England or are bringing valuable experience from another sector, if you believe your skills and experience match what we are looking for, we would be delighted to hear from you. A sympathy for the Christian Faith is essential.
1. PROVIDING EFFICIENT PA SUPPORT TO THE BISHOP OF SHEFFIELD
* Advanced planning and management of the Bishop's diary
* Organising all appointments and providing practical briefings about the arrangements made for all visits and meetings
* Preparing the Bishop's papers for all meetings and maintaining an efficient system for tracking papers
* Planning and organising the Bishop's travel arrangements in the UK and abroad
* Dealing promptly with all incoming correspondence and drafting replies
* Receiving and dealing with all emails in the PA's inbox and that of the Bishop
* Opening and allocating incoming post and dealing with letters where appropriate
* Handling a wide range of telephone enquiries with confidence, diplomacy, and tact - answering questions directly or passing them on to the Bishop or Chaplain or other appropriate source of information
2. GENERAL OVERSIGHT AND RUNNING OF THE BISHOP'S OFFICE
* Welcoming all visitors and arranging catering as necessary
* Ensuring that the office is kept tidy and all necessary equipment is purchased and maintained
* Daily filing and overseeing the management of all paper and computerised filing systems
* Organising the archiving of papers as appropriate
* Ensuring that the office database is kept up to date
* To be present at some meetings and at the Bishop's direction to take notes
* Delegation of work to the Administrative Assistant
3. FINANCE
* Managing a budget in excess of £100K and dealing with all day to day financial matters including the bishop's expenses
* Managing the day to day running of all bank accounts held by the bishop in his corporate capacity
* Transferring money, making payments and keeping records as required
* Administering the Bishop's Official Expenses account
* Administering the Bishop's Discretionary account
* Applying for grants from various funds, including the Lady Hastings Charity, by preparing applications, organising and recording all monies received and providing reports to the charities on how the monies was used
* With the advice of the Bishop and his Senior Staff, allocating holiday grants and making appropriate payments
4. MANAGEMENT OF BISHOPSCROFT
* Payment of all household bills including regular review of utility providers
* Liaison with Church Commissioners' Agent concerning all upkeep and repairs
* Making arrangements for convenient appointments for servicing and any work required
* Organising the purchase and installation of items for the Bishop's House on behalf of Bishoprics
* Liaising with the IT support advisors and organising IT provision at the office
* Maintaining the house inventory
5. HOSPITALITY
* Planning and organising catering for a range of social events each year, including the termly civic dinners and evening suppers
* Managing arrangements for the biennial Bishop's Garden Party
* Coordinating a week of Summer Term evening receptions (held in alternate years to the Bishop's Garden Party)
* Venue management and liaison
6. SUPPORTING THE WORK OF THE DIOCESE
* Organising the recruitment process for all senior appointments in the Diocese, including the advertising of posts and the logistics of all meetings and interviews
* Distributing information and organising arrangements for Deanery Days across the Diocese
* Working with the Bishop's Chaplain to agree and confirm dates for confirmations
* Supporting the Bishop's Chaplain with the clergy ministerial development review (MDR) process, including maintaining the database and collating and filing completed reviews on a two-year cycle.
* Supporting the Bishop's Chaplain in managing enquiries and maintaining up-to-date records of those holding the Bishop's Permission to Officiate (PtO).
* Confirming with the appropriate church leader, lay or ordained, the purpose of each parish visit; making all practical arrangements and briefing the Bishop beforehand
7. CIVIC VISITS
* Planning and organising a programme of visits to individuals, institutions, workplaces and events across the region with a focus on extending the reach and mission of the Church
* Responding to all invitations for the Bishop to attend civic events and meetings outside the Church
8. NATIONAL CHURCH
* Collating all papers and making the logistical arrangements for the Bishop's work related to General Synod, the House of Bishops, College of Bishops, the Archbishops' Council and any other national and regional meetings
* Managing the Bishop's Church Commissioner Trustee commitments, including maintaining the diary, preparing meeting papers and ensuring all relevant documentation is available in advance of meetings
* Engagement with the PA network and key members of the NCI staff
9. HOUSE OF LORDS
* Liaising closely with the Bishop's Parliamentary and Policy Researcher on the Bishop's schedule in the House of Lords
* Assisting with papers relating to the Bishop's role in the House of Lords
* Processing the Bishop's monthly HOL expense claim
10. ORGREAVE INQUIRY
* Liaising closely with the Orgreave Inquiry Secretariat to coordinate the Bishop's involvement, including managing meeting requests and maintaining the diary
* Completing the Bishop's monthly fees timesheet and expense proforma
11. LINE MANAGEMENT and Development of the Administrative Assistant
* Carrying out other duties as and when required
Qualifications / Education / Experience
* Educated to degree standard or with relevant secretarial qualifications and equivalent work experience
* Previous PA and administrative experience reporting to a senior manager
* Finance processing and accounts management
* Must be able to handle confidential information
* Experienced in dealing with people at all levels
* Ability to prioritise effectively
Knowledge, Skills, Attributes
* In sympathy with the vision, aims and objectives of the Church of England and the Diocese of Sheffield
* The ability to understand and apply the priorities of the Bishop's ministry when allocating diary appointments
* Well presented work with a meticulous eye for detail
* Ability to show initiative and work with minimal or no supervision
* Excellent communication skills both oral and written, including a competent and friendly telephone manner
* Good interpersonal and diplomatic skills with the ability to deal with people from all walks of life with courtesy and on occasion appropriate firmness
* Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and handle sensitive issues with discretion
* Well organised, methodical and the ability to manage competing priorities
* Ability to work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines
* Ability to work independently and as a member of a team and the wider household
* Competent in the use of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
* Proficient in the use of databases and CRM systems for maintaining accurate records, managing contacts, and producing reports
* Excellent word processing skills from manuscript and audio
* Good literacy and numeracy skills
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
* Detailed knowledge of the Church of England, its structures and practices
* Understanding and interest in the Bishop of Sheffield's ministry
Registered Charity
101 - 500
The Church of England’s vocation is and always has been to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ afresh in each generation to the people of England.
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An opportunity to take ownership of our learning offer, develop innovative resources and work with partners across the justice system.
MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
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Identifying training, learning and development opportunities or needs
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Developing learning resources, including e-learning and guidance documents
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Managing MA learn, the MA's learning management system (LMS)
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Overseeing the MA's community outreach programme (Magistrates in the Community)
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Coordinating MA input into wider magistrate training, both nationally and through representation on local training committees.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Policy committees
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Support the MA’s training, learning and development committee by organising regular meetings, sharing minutes and actions.
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Propose priorities and manage programmes of work for the committee
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Provide high-quality information to ensure that committee members and other interested parties are up to date with relevant information
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Ensure agreed actions and decisions of the policy committees are implemented
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Build and maintain excellent relationships with committee members
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Provide support to committee members to enable them to effectively contribute to the work of the MA
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Assist in the training and development of committee members
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Agree and implement committee working practices.
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Contribute to supporting the MA's other policy committees
Volunteer support
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Support representatives in post
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Work with magistrates to develop and coordinate learning materials
Learning
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Develop and upload learning resources to our learning platform.
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Be the first point of contact for member queries about our learning platform and other training related matters
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With the membership team, liaise with external stakeholders to plan and deliver the MA's webinar series
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Edit webinar footage and create transcripts to upload to MA learn
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Monitor learner behaviour on the MA learn and use this to inform learning development plans.
Policy and research
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Provide input to proposed policy and research work
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Work with policy colleagues to translate research and policy into learning materials.
Communications
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Work closely with the communications team to support the delivery of the MA’s learning communications, both for members and externally
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Ensure the accuracy of training information contained in MA communications outputs
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Contribute to our Magistrate magazine, newsletters, website content, social media and press releases.
Membership
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Support the work of the MA’s membership team to recruit and retain members
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Assist in responding to members’ queries and provide up to date information about training and learning issues.
Other duties
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Contribute to team meetings, organisational strategy and priorities
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Be proactive in keeping up to date with developments affecting the role
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Contribute to other organisational tasks, such as support for our webinars and events on occasion.
GENERAL
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not exhaustive, and staff may be required to undertake other reasonable duties commensurate with the role.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
ESSENTIAL
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Experience of using a learning management system (LMS)
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Experience of using, or aptitude to learn, e-learning software, such as Articulate 360
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Ability to design and develop a variety of online learning resources
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Experience of project management
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Ability to organise and prioritise your own workload and a strong attention to detail
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Ability to assimilate and understand complex information and explain complex issues clearly
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Ability to produce clear, concise proposals, papers and other written communications
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Ability to communicate effectively, diplomatically and persuasively with a wide range of people
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Ability to establish personal credibility with a range of stakeholders
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Ability to work effectively under pressure
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A creative and practical approach to problem solving and the ability to provide sound reasons to support proposed solutions
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Excellent networking skills.
DESIRABLE
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Training qualification (Level 3 or above and/or equivalent professional training experience)
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Experience of working with/managing a committee
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Knowledge of the workings of magistrates' courts
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Experience of working in a membership organisation
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Experience of supporting volunteers remotely.
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Head of Finance
Salary£80,000.00 per annum
LocationLondon/Hybrid (with 1 to 2 days a week in the office)
Weekly Hours35
The Vacancy
Job Title: Head of Finance
Location: London/Hybrid (with 1 to 2 days a week in the office)
Salary: £80,000.00 per annum
Weekly Hours: 35
Reference: YMC1228366
About Us
Founded in 1844, YMCA is a global movement and the world's largest youth-focused charity. In England and Wales, YMCAs are based in over 700 communities across 168 local authorities supporting young people and communities to reach their potential. The turnover of YMCA in 2025-26 was £386m. YMCA England & Wales is a £23 million organisation of more than 400 colleagues, supporting a Federation of 80 local YMCAs to deliver vital services which positively impact young lives across the country. As we grow our income and impact, we are seeking an established and inspirational Head of Finance to take on one of the most pivotal roles in our organisation.
The Opportunity
This is a senior leadership appointment, reporting to the Director of Resources and leading a Finance team of around nine, including the payroll function. You will act as our lead on all matters of finance, liaising with our Federation members where necessary, providing expert support to our Income Generation Directorate (Fundraising and Retail) and other internal Directorates, embedding financial insight into revenue-generation strategy and working in close collaborative partnership with senior colleagues both within those teams but also across the Federation. Beyond this, you will oversee statutory reporting, investments, VAT and taxation compliance, and provide expert counsel to our Board of Trustees and Finance and Audit Committee.
Why You
Perhaps you have already established an excellent track record within a charity with significant fundraising and retail operations and are ready for the scale and influence this role commands. Or perhaps this is your first move into a charity; you are a seasoned accountant whose clients have included charitable organisations, and you now plan to apply that expertise where it matters most. Either way, this is a genuine opportunity to shape the financial future of a movement with over 180 years of heritage as we continue to embed strong financial practices whilst delivering our strategic ambition
What We're Looking For
You will be a fully qualified accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA) with senior management experience leading finance in an organisation of comparable scale, ideally with charity reporting and SORP knowledge. Strong business partnering skills, gravitas with trustees and committees, and genuine collaborative leadership are essential to succeed in this crucial role.
Our recruitment process is anonymised and candidates' names are hidden. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration, safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check
Registered Charity
101 - 500
YMCA is the world's oldest and largest youth charity. Collectively, we support 402,501 young people across 708 communities in England and Wales.
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Actively Interviewing
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!
Programme Lead | Lead High-Impact STEM Programmes Across the South of England
Shape the future workforce. Lead inspiring STEM programmes. Build partnerships that change young lives.
Are you an experienced Programme Lead, Education Programme Manager or Youth Programme Manager looking for an opportunity to deliver meaningful impact at scale?
EDT is entering an exciting period of transformation and growth. We are looking for a passionate and motivated Programme Lead to oversee the delivery of high-quality STEM and STEAM programmes across the South of England, helping thousands of young people discover future career opportunities and achieve their potential. As a Programme Lead, you will combine programme delivery, stakeholder engagement, operational leadership and educational innovation to create exceptional experiences for schools, students, volunteers and industry partners.
Why Join EDT?
Passionate about creating equitable access to STEM careers
Dynamic in our response to a changing world
Collaborative with industry, educators and communities
Respectful of young people's potential and lived experiences
At EDT, purpose comes first. Every programme you lead helps young people build confidence, skills and aspirations while improving social mobility and widening access to future careers.
What You'll Be Doing
- Manage programme operations, logistics, performance tracking and regional delivery activity
- Build strong relationships with schools, colleges, partners, volunteers and stakeholders
- Coordinate sessional teams and support outstanding learner experiences across multiple locations
- Monitor KPIs, analyse programme data and produce impact reports for stakeholders and funders
For full responsibilities, skills and person specification, please refer to the attached Job Description.
What We're Looking For
- Experience delivering education, outreach, STEM, youth or community programmes across multiple sites or regions
- Strong programme management and project delivery experience
- Experience managing stakeholders, volunteers, educators or delivery teams
- Ability to analyse performance data, monitor KPIs and produce reports
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Passion for education, STEM engagement and improving outcomes for young people
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Full driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the region
What's In It For You?
- Competitive salary from £29,300 to £37,600 dependant on experience
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Up to 10% employer pension contribution
- Life insurance worth three times annual salary
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Wellbeing support
- Opportunity to lead high-profile STEM programmes with national impact
- Career development within a respected education charity
Location
- Hybrid working
- Welwyn Garden City office base
- South of England coverage including London, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Essex
- Some travel across wider delivery regions, including parts of Wales
- Occasional overnight stays required
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Join EDT as a Programme Lead and help inspire the next generation through world-class STEM experiences, meaningful partnerships and innovative educational programmes
Registered Charity
21 - 50
Our mission is to connect young people with STEM and inspire STEM futures.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Using Anonymous Recruitment
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We're looking for a People & Wellbeing Executive to be responsible for delivering efficient administrative support and knowledge that facilitates the smooth running of the People department for all other team members. This role is central to maintaining a cohesive and positive working environment, and will be the first point of call for all People related matters, offering expertise on basic HR matters.
The People & Wellbeing Executive will lead on organisational recruitment, selection, and onboarding, ensuring that peoples’ first experience of MHFA England is a positive one. They will also help to ensure that the wellbeing, health, and safety of all colleagues is prioritised and that we are compliant in this area.
Equity will be embedded in all aspects of the work of the People team to foster an inclusive environment for everyone in the MHFA England community.
This is a hybrid role with regular travel to Central London, where you’ll collaborate with colleagues to support our mission.
Interviews are provisionally scheduled for 26 and 27 August. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted on 24 August to confirm arrangements. If you require any reasonable adjustments or are unable to attend on these dates, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Please refer to the Job Description for full details of the role.
We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you require any adjustments, whether that's receiving documents in alternative formats (such as large print, Braille, or audio), applying via a different method, or needing support during interviews, please let us know. We’re happy to accommodate individual needs to ensure everyone has an equal opportunity to apply and succeed. If you’d like to discuss accessibility or request adjustments, please contact us via Charity Job or the MHFA England website.
About MHFA England
MHFA England is a social enterprise and the leading provider of mental health skills and awareness training courses in England. Our vision is to create a nation where everyone's mental health matters by creating mentally healthy workplaces where people, communities, and businesses thrive.
Looking after you
Wellbeing is at the heart of all that we do and say, we are friendly and supportive organisation. We are committed to rewarding our employees with competitive pay, a flexible and supportive workplace, opportunities to grow and develop, and our promise that we will put your wellbeing first.
Interviews are provisionally scheduled for 26 and 27 August. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted on 24 August. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have difficulties attending on these dates, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Please note that we will only accept applications that include a CV and appropriate cover letter.
Non Charity Employer
51 - 100
Our vision is to create a nation where everyone's mental health matters.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Cloudesley is recruiting a new permanent, part-time Finance Manager (2.5 days per week). This varied role includes regular financial management tasks, reporting, budget setting, liasion with property and investment managers and lawyers, as well as policy development and advising Trustees on strategic issues.
About Cloudesley
Cloudesley is an independent charitable trust that makes grants to people, organisations and churches in Islington of c. £ 2million per year. Our grants budget is split equally between our Health and Church Grants programmes.
In June 2025, Cloudesley’s total assets were £57 million and the annual gross income was £1.5 million. Currently, around half of Cloudesley's endowment is held in financial market investments managed by Cazenove, and the other half is in c. 90 residential properties on the Cloudesley Estate in Islington. To fund its work, the charity uses income and a prudent element of capital gains generated from both the investments and properties.
This is an interesting time to be joining Cloudesley as it continues to manage its finances to ensure it can support both current and future needs in Islington, implements its property strategy, and helps to respond to the multiple challenges facing people, organisations and churches in Islington.
Finance Manager role
This wide-ranging role includes:
- Administration of regular financial transactions, including relating to grants and the charity's property assets
- Preparation and monitoring of annual budget
- Production of management accounts and a variety of financial, investment and property reports
- Preparation of draft annual accounts and work with the auditor
- Working with the charity's investment and property managers
- Working with a range of external advisers and lawyers on property matters
- Developing and advising on financial and endowment strategies
Staffing, governance and history
Cloudesley has a small team of four permanent staff. Staff work on a hybrid basis, with part of each week spent at the charity's office in King's Cross.
The charity has up to 15 Trustees at any one time, and a single corporate Trustee, Richard Cloudesley Trustee Limited. The Board of Trustees meets three times a year, and the Finance and Endowment Committee and Grants Committee meet quarterly.
The charity dates back to 1517, when Tudor yeoman and Islington resident Richard Cloudesley wrote his will and left two 'Stony Fields' to Trustees.
Registered Charity
1 - 5
Cloudesley is an independent grant-making charity. We support people, organisations and churches in Islington
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Opportunity
As a key leader within our Partnerships and Income Development team, you will be responsible for creating, developing and delivering the Social Mobility Foundation’s Employer Programme – how we inform, influence and positively impact employer-led social mobility, and a source of income generation.
You will champion the Employer Programme internally, forging effective collaborations with colleagues across the organisation to ensure that our work with employers is understood and celebrated, and that opportunities to promote, develop and grow are maximised.
Reporting to the Head of Partnerships and Income Development, you’ll be the custodian of the Social Mobility Employer Index (SMEI) – our annual benchmarking and assessment tool for how UK employers recruit, retain and develop talent from all socioeconomic backgrounds and build inclusive workplaces. A key priority for this role will be a strategic growth plan for the Employer Programme that focuses on growing Index entrants, diversifying employment sectors, progressing employer best practice and maximising revenue.
By collaborating with internal teams and existing partners who offer pro-bono consultancy, you’ll scope, develop and deliver new products, resources and services that equip employers with the knowledge and practical tools to improve social mobility in the workplace.
We’re looking for someone who is willing and able to move easily between strategic thinking, marketing and hands-on delivery, and is excited about taking full ownership over this important work. Combining a passion for delivering our mission with keen commercial acumen, high attention to detail and project management skills, this is a unique chance to make a big impact on social mobility in the UK.
Location: We operate a hybrid model of work i.e. a combination of in-person and remote, with flexible days in the office depending on business need and your preferences. We would typically expect in-office attendance an average of one day per week.
When in the office you will be based in one of our regional offices (either Birmingham, Glasgow, Liverpool, London, Manchester or Newcastle – depending on preference and accessibility). This is where you will usually attend in-person events, training sessions etc. though some travel, to other offices and other locations, will occasionally be expected.
Contract: Full-time/Part-time, Permanent
Hours: We are looking for the right candidate and while we envisage this being a full-time role (37.5 hours per week) we are open to flexible working arrangements such as part-time, compressed hours, flexitime and job-shares.
Occasional/frequent evening or weekend work may be required, for which time off in lieu (TOIL) will be given.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Customer service and value proposition
- Develop value propositions for the SMEI and other employer products and services to help employers understand and improve social mobility in the workplace
- Create and develop assets and activities to market the Employer Programme to employers across a range of platforms
- Define the customer journey for the SMEI and ensure seamless customer experience, with clear and proactive communication and relevant content and resources
- Actively manage and steward the customer pipeline for the SMEI and broader Employer Programme, reporting on prospects, acquisition and conversion
- Gather customer feedback and market insights to help improve and develop products and services
2. Product ownership and project management
- Project manage the Programme, with responsibility for key delivery areas yourself, as well as working with the Senior Index Coordinator / Policy Officer and other colleagues/external suppliers to deliver
- Oversee the day-to-day delivery of the Programme and the annual Index scoring and feedback cycle, working with the Senior Policy Officer to ensure a smooth experience for employers
- Lead the annual cycle for the SMEI product and other employer products as they are developed: defining the scope of work and setting priorities, survey review and design, data collection, overseeing marking and reporting, product review and evaluation
- Manage all aspects of the Employer service, including the ongoing development of the digital platform, employer resources and online content
3. Product and service development
- Develop the Employer Programme by scoping, developing and delivering new products, resources and services that equip employers with the knowledge and practical tools to improve social mobility in the workplace, e.g. a consultancy offer, events, webinars, staff training and off-the-shelf resources
- Work with pro-bono supporters and existing partners to scope need, and test and pilot new products and services
- Responsible for the annual evaluation of the programme, drawing on data and policy evidence, customer feedback and sector insights to inform development
4. Stakeholder Management
- Champion and represent the Employer Programme externally, including attending and presenting at events, acting as spokesperson, meeting prospective entrants and other opportunities to grow connections and reach
- Engage with external stakeholders, such as employers, policy experts and social mobility practitioners, to understand key issues and trends relevant to workplace and employer-led social mobility
- Scope and create an external advisory group to support the development of the products and services that form part of the Employer Programme
- Seek opportunities to collaborate with external partners to share relevant content and tools, and co-create and develop new products and services
- Ensure that insights and impact from the Index and the SMF’s work with employers are communicated internally and externally
5. Systems and Processes
- Work with internal and external partners to ensure the Index is as technologically efficient as possible, e.g. automating aspects of the marking and feedback process, ensuring quality monitoring, evaluation and reporting and identifying and progressing other ways to drive efficiency and maximise reach, whilst retaining the quality of the programme
- Drive best practice and set a culture where digital tools are used effectively for relationship management and fundraising, including Salesforce
- Maintain accurate and up to date records, using SharePoint and our Salesforce CRM to support pipeline management, income tracking and partner record
6. Leadership and Development
- Play a proactive role in leading and inspiring the team, fostering a collaborative and creative culture of fundraising, income and product development
- Champion the Employer Programme internally, forging effective collaborations across the organisation to ensure that our work with employers is understood and celebrated, and that opportunities to promote, develop and grow are maximised. Key relationships will include colleagues working in communications, campaigns and advocacy, data, finance and programme development.
7. Line Management (Matrix Structure)
- Day-to-day people management
- Identify training and development needs; employ a coaching approach, and clarify opportunities for skill enhancement and career growth
- Recruit and induct new team members, and oversee the separation process for any leavers
- Reasonably support well-being; provide a supportive work environment, and address any issues that may impact the well-being and morale of your reports
Please see full job description attached for more details.
Person Specification:
We need someone who will demonstrate our organisational skills-based competencies - as listed below:
- Leadership
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Professionalism
- Decision-making
Technical knowledge, understanding and experience required:
Commercial and customer service:
- Demonstrable experience in managing pipelines and/or stewarding customers, demonstrating excellent customer service skills and a high attention to detail
- Confidence in public speaking, presenting or facilitating workshops with professional audiences
Project management and product development:
- Demonstrable experience designing, delivering and developing programmes, products and/or services that meet organisational needs
- Demonstrable experience in project management, shaping long-term strategy while managing day-to-day operations and delivery
Project management and product development:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience building and managing relationships
IT skills:
- Experience using Microsoft Office
- Experience of using or understanding of CRM software to effectively support pipeline and partnership management e.g. Salesforce
- Experience of or understanding of managing and using digital platforms for programmes, products and/or services
Policy and data skills (desirable):
- Understanding of issues related to social mobility, diversity and inclusion, or workforce development
- Understanding of and/or experience in benchmarking tools, indices or assessment frameworks
See attached job description for more detail on the person specification
Ways of working:
- Most of our work is office based, but you will spend a lot of time collaborating with other teams and clients via email, telephone and other communications channels such as Teams or Zoom.
- Some travel will be required as part of this role to other offices and locations, as needed for events, work placements and meetings.
Benefits
- 36/37 days' annual leave (England & Wales and Scotland respectively - includes bank and public holidays), with 3 of these days reserved for the annual end of year office closure.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- 5% Salary sacrifice pension scheme with enhanced matching employer contributions
- Employee Assistance Programme available to staff and their family
- Flexible work options such as hybrid working, flexitime, part-time
- Regular staff team building and business planning “away days”
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for this role, please head over to our website by 23:59, Thursday 3rd September and provide the following information:
1) An outline of your previous relevant job roles (job title and dates only)
2) A cover statement outlining your suitability for the role, with particular emphasis on how your experience, skills and knowledge meet the person specification (max. 750 words)
Thinking of using AI to help with your application? AI tools (such as Chat GTP, Gemini and Copilot) can help you research the SMF and the role you're applying for. They can also help you structure your application. The applications that stand out most are the ones that feel genuine and reflect your unique self and experiences.
Please note that generic applications and CV’s will not be considered.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
We unlock potential, broaden horizons and create opportunities for young people
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We are recruiting two Portfolio Managers, one on a 12-month FTC and one on an FTC to 31 March 2027, to join our UK Portfolio team.
At The National Lottery Community Fund, we are driven by our strategy ‘It starts with community’ and our commitment to tackling poverty, discrimination and disadvantage through an equity-based approach.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the UK Portfolio team at a time of growth, ambition and innovation. Through significant strategic investments, the UK Portfolio supports communities across all four nations of the UK, backing bold ideas and proven approaches that have the potential to deliver UK-wide impact and drive lasting systems change.
Working across national boundaries and sectors, we complement the Fund's country portfolios in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, bringing people, organisations and ideas together to tackle complex challenges and create positive change.
As part of a team of just over 40 colleagues, and alongside a cohort of experienced Portfolio Managers, you will help shape and deliver some of the Fund's most significant investments, working with partners across the UK to maximise learning, influence and impact for communities now and in the future
The UK Portfolio delivers a range of funding programmes, strategic partnerships and innovation initiatives designed to create lasting change across the UK, including:
- The UK Fund: supporting organisations to scale proven approaches that can improve outcomes for communities across the UK.
- Climate Action Fund: investing in ambitious partnerships that tackle climate and environmental challenges through systems change.
- Strategic Partnerships and Emerging Initiatives: collaborating with funders, policymakers, communities and sector partners to address complex social challenges and innovative approaches to change. Examples include Communities for Children, focused on tackling child poverty and Together for Families, supporting early intervention for children and families. We are also developing new areas of work that explore the opportunities and implications of emerging technologies including artificial intelligence.
As the Portfolio continues to evolve, we are creating new opportunities to test ideas, build influential partnerships and respond to the issues that matter most to communities across the UK.
Role Expectations
As a Portfolio Manager, you will play a key role in delivering the UK Portfolio's strategic priorities and significant investments. Working with colleagues across the Fund and externally, you will oversee funding delivery, support the development of new initiatives and partnerships, and help ensure our programmes remain responsive to the needs of communities across the UK.
You will provide leadership and support to Portfolio Officers, contribute to continuous improvement across our funding practice, and use insight and learning to help maximise the impact of our investments.
Key responsibilities may include:
- Leading the operational delivery and oversight of the UK Portfolio, including the UK Fund, Climate Action Fund and strategic partnership investments.
- Overseeing the end-to-end funding process, ensuring a high-quality and consistent experience for applicants and stakeholders.
- Line managing and developing Portfolio Officers, supporting performance, wellbeing and professional growth.
- Monitoring programme performance and assuring the quality of funding recommendations and decisions.
- Identifying and managing operational risks, ensuring appropriate mitigation and escalation where required.
- Contributing to the development of new funding approaches, partnerships and investment opportunities.
- Building strong relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders to support learning, influence and impact.
- Championing the Fund's values and behaviours, promoting inclusion, collaboration and continuous improvement.
Skills & Requirements
We're looking for someone with experience of delivering funding, grant-making or investment programmes in a complex environment. You will bring strong analytical, project and stakeholder management skills, alongside the ability to balance strategic thinking with effective delivery.
You will be confident leading and developing others, managing performance, and building collaborative relationships across teams and organisations. Sound judgement, adaptability and an understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing communities across the UK will help you succeed in this role.
The role involves working with colleagues and partners across the UK and may require occasional travel.
Interview details:
- Date: Week commencing 21 September 2026
- Format: Online
- Location: UK Wide
The UK Portfolio supports a hybrid approach to working. Work pattern and location will be agreed with the successful candidate. The role can be based at any of our UK offices: Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester and Newcastle.
We will be hosting a briefing session on Wednesday 19th August at 10:00 am. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the role, gain insight into the team and key responsibilities, and ask any questions you may have. To register or ask any questions please email the recruitment team.
How to apply:
Upload your CV in word format and write a supporting statement (1000 words) with the following criteria, we will use this to score your application.
Essential Criteria
- Experience of either funding work or managing programmes that fit with those of the UK Portfolio.
- Experience in leading and motivating people and teams (including remote teams), role modelling a culture of inclusion.
- Strong project management and organisational skills, including budget and risk management.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trust and effective relationships across diverse audiences.
- Strong ability to apply critical analysis and consider strategic implications in your work, thinking about how things impact the whole Portfolio, Fund or sector.
- A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and the ability to apply this throughout your work.
- Experience of navigating ambiguity and leading through change, with the ability to adapt your approach to shifting priorities and help others thrive in a dynamic or evolving environment.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience of supporting grant-making teams through the funding lifecycle, with oversight of the application assessment, due diligence, decision-making, monitoring, relationship management, risk assessment, performance reporting and grant closure.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.
We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)
Non Charity Employer
501 - 1000
It starts with community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Lambeth Palace Library is the historic library and archive of the Archbishops of Canterbury and the principal repository for the archives of the national bodies of the Church of England. Founded in 1610, it is freely open for public use and serves as a research centre specialising in church history, with wide ranging archive, manuscript and printed collections dating from the ninth century to the present day, including modern archives and digital records.
The Library's vision is to collect, preserve and make accessible the memory of the Church of England, so that its history can be explored and enjoyed by all. Alongside its long standing strengths, the Library is developing new ways of improving access to collections and supporting research, learning and engagement.
This is a new senior role. Reporting directly to the Head of Lambeth Palace Library, the postholder will ensure that cross-Library programmes are well coordinated and delivered. This includes leading programmes and projects, supporting colleagues in complex work, and overseeing areas such as digital development, access and outreach. Working closely with the Head of Lambeth Palace Library, the postholder will help translate strategic priorities into practical delivery across the organisation.
The Library comprises around 35-40 staff working across four core teams: Printed Books, Archives, Collections Care, and Operations. The Associate Head will lead a fifth, specialist team with defined functional responsibilities, including digital preservation, imaging services and inclusive cataloguing practice, while also coordinating work that sits across and between the Library's core teams.
This is a predominantly office-based role. Regular on-site attendance is expected to support effective leadership, collaboration, and the delivery of in-person services. Hybrid working is available, with the opportunity to work from home typically one day per week.
The closing date for this role is 06 September 2026.
Interviews will be held on 24 September in Lambeth Palace Library.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
The Church of England’s vocation is and always has been to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ afresh in each generation to the people of England.