Events manager jobs

Junior Copywriter

£26,325 – £28,142 per annum
5 days, 37.5 hours per week (minimum 40% office based, Wednesday is a mandatory office day)
Location: Witney, Oxfordshire

• Are you a committed Christian who is passionate about the persecuted church and the mission of Open Doors?
• Can you write compelling, thoughtful, creative copy?
• Are you inspired to use your writing talents to connect the persecuted church with Christians in the UK and Ireland?

Open Doors is a Christian charity that is looking to recruit active, practicing Christians to stand in the GAP (give, act, pray) on behalf of persecuted Christians worldwide. Every day, millions of Christians risk their lives to follow Jesus. In more than 70 countries, Open Doors supports them by supplying Bibles, providing emergency relief and helping persecuted believers stand strong for the long-term.

We’re looking for a Christian* Junior Copywriter to write and help coordinate creative, original and inspiring copy for a wide range of digital, print and audio-visual platforms. You will share stories from the persecuted church in different media, encouraging Open Doors supporters to respond with prayer, action and giving.

You will have the opportunity to use your God-given character and talents to contribute to the work of Open Doors and to work with integrity and with purpose. We offer a flexible role with a good work-life balance, huge job satisfaction and employee benefits. You will work with some inspirational people and there are plenty of opportunities to develop your career.

We welcome applications from candidates of different backgrounds. If you are a Christian* looking to make an impact and seeking a new challenge in 2025, we'd love to hear from you!

Join us as our Access & Community Lead 

Part-time (22.5–30 hrs), £30,000 FTE (pro rata) • 12-month contract • Bristol & Bath
Applications close: Sunday 17 August at midnight

Are you passionate about creating welcoming green spaces for everyone? Do you want to lead change that makes parks truly inclusive for Disabled people and carers?

We’re Your Park Bristol & Bath – a young, ambitious charity working to unlock the health and wellbeing benefits of parks for those who need them most. Our research, Not Just a Checkbox, revealed the many barriers people face. With the help of the National Lottery Heritage Fund, we’re turning insight into action through our Parks 4 All project.

We’re looking for an experienced, empathetic and proactive Access & Community Lead to shape and lead this exciting project.

What you’ll do

You’ll lead all aspects of Parks 4 All, working alongside Disabled people, carers, partners and community groups to remove barriers and build lasting change. This includes:

• Developing and launching a national Community Park Access Assessment Toolkit

• Improving online access information for parks across Bristol and Bath

• Supporting the delivery of inclusive park-based activities (with your direct report, our Access & Community Officer)

• Building partnerships and ensuring co-design is at the heart of everything we do

Who we’re looking for

You’ll bring:

• Strong knowledge of Disabled people’s and carers’ issues and local networks

• Experience of inclusive community engagement and co-design

• Excellent project management and partnership-building skills

• A passion for access, inclusion and the power of parks

• Vision and leadership 

Experience of line management, facilitation, evaluation or influencing is a bonus – and if you have lived experience of barriers to parks, we want you to apply. 

Why work with us?

• Flexible and remote-friendly working

• 25 days holiday (pro rata), plus your birthday and Christmas closure

• Pension and Employee Assistance Programme

• A values-led, supportive and ambitious team

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively encourage Disabled people, carers, those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, and people on low incomes to apply.

If you meet the essential criteria and identify as Disabled or from an ethnic minority background, you can request to be considered under our guaranteed interview scheme.

We are also recruiting for an Access & Community Officer. 

We help EU citizens, who made a home in the UK, to secure their immigration status under the EU Settlement Scheme, and retain their rights to live, work, travel and thrive following the upheavals of Brexit.

We seek an experienced, proactive adviser with strong inter-personal skills who likes getting out and about, to provide expert advice remotely to EU citizens across the UK and run a face-to-face service in Wrexham.

You will hold IAA accreditation or be able to acquire it quickly and you will be able to manage volunteers to help with service delivery.

Legacy and In Memory Officer

Between 28 and 35 hours per week - Permanent
£27,697 to £30,811 per annum (pro rata)

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is one of the UK’s fastest growing nature conservation organisations and seeks to appoint a Legacy and In Memory Officer.
 
Join Yorkshire Wildlife Trust and help create a wilder future for Yorkshire. We’re looking for a compassionate and proactive Legacy and In Memory Officer to grow and manage our legacy giving and in-memory fundraising programmes – vital income streams that help us protect and restore nature for generations to come.
 
In this essential role, you will lead the development and delivery of our inspiring legacy and in-memory fundraising activities. You’ll help our supporters celebrate their loved ones, mark special occasions and make lasting contributions through gifts in wills. Working closely with colleagues across fundraising, communications, and supporter engagement, you’ll ensure that every supporter feels valued, informed, and connected to the impact of their gift.

Your responsibilities will include delivering Yorkshire Wildlife Trust’s legacy marketing strategy and in-memory giving programme. You will steward legacy supporters and next of kin with empathy, care, and professionalism. You will also coordinate legacy events, campaigns, and communications with legacy pledgers. In addition, you will manage legacy administration, liaising with solicitors and executors to ensure gifts are handled sensitively and effectively.

To succeed in this role, you will need to be a confident communicator with excellent written and interpersonal skills. You will be organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage sensitive and confidential information. Experience in fundraising, supporter care, or legacy and in-memory giving—or transferable skills from a relevant sector—will be essential. You will also be empathetic and supportive when working with bereaved individuals or those planning for the future.

Experience in legacy administration, event planning, or using CRM systems (e.g. Access Charity CRM, Raiser's Edge or similar) is desirable but not essential – we’re open to candidates who can demonstrate the right values, skills, and potential.
Basic DBS check is required.
 
How to apply:
 
Please submit an up-to-date CV and supporting statement. When writing your supporting statement, please refer to the person specification within the job description, and ensure you describe your relevant knowledge, skills and experience relevant to the role. Ideally, your CV and supporting statement should be in an editable format, such as Word, so we can anonymise your documents prior to the short-listing process. Please DO NOT include any personal details (name, address etc) on your supporting statement.

Closing date: Monday the 25th August 2025 at 9am
 
Interview date: Friday 12th September 2025 at our Head Office at St. Georges Place, York

 Please note that applications received after the closing deadline may not be considered. The Trust regrets that it is unable to give feedback on unsuccessful applications.

 We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full potential. We want our people to flourish, just like nature.

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Urban Saints (formally known as Crusaders) equips youth leaders to disciple young people in today's changing world. Our vision is to see every young person given the opportunity to explore faith, wherever they are.

About the role

As our Support Care Coordinator, you will be the friendly and professional first point of contact for our valued Crusaders Associates, those who have been on the journey with Urban Saints since we were known as Crusaders. You’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional supporter experiences. Your work will help continue and build lasting relationships that inspire ongoing support for our mission from those who have journeyed with us over many years.

You'll be responsible for:

• Responding to associate enquiries via phone, email, and post in a timely, warm, and professional manner, with empathy and attention to detail throughout.
• Listening and responding to the needs of each supporter, understanding their motivations and experiences to foster long-term relationships.
• Developing a programme to regularly thank donors for their support.
• Ensuring supporters feel valued and appreciated.
• Maintaining accurate supporter records on our CRM system, ensuring compliance with GDPR.
• Working closely with the Head of Development to ensure consistent messaging and supporter journeys.

The role is home-based with regular travel required to visit supporters and to supporter events across the UK.

About You

We’re looking for a compassionate and highly organised individual who excels in building meaningful relationships and delivering exceptional supporter care.

This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement that the post holder is a committed Christian under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.

How to Apply

For full details, please see the recruitment pack. You'll need to send us:

• Your CV.
• A covering letter of no more than two sides explaining why you are a good match for this role, making reference to the responsibilities, skills and experience identified in the recruitment pack.

The closing date for applications is Friday 29th August, midday. Please note, we will be actively reviewing applications ahead of the closing date and reserve the right to close applications before this date.

Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they’re likely to die from. 

Job Description

You’ll work at the heart of our Fundraising Innovation Team, collaborating with colleagues across fundraising, communications, and external partners to shape and deliver exciting new ideas. 

From developing fresh fundraising strategies and gathering market insights to running workshops and championing a culture of innovation, this role puts you at the forefront of creative change. You’ll also lead on internal communications, keeping our teams inspired and connected 

Are you brimming with ideas, love collaboration, and want to make a real difference? We’re looking for a Fundraising Innovation Coordinator to help shape and deliver exciting new ways to fund our vital work. 

What you’ll be doing: 

• Driving forward our Fundraising Innovation strategy, turning ideas into action. 

• Researching trends, insights, and opportunities to develop new fundraising products. 

• Leading workshops and innovation sessions, bringing teams together to co-create solutions. 

• Acting as a key partner across fundraising and communications, supporting teams to embed a culture of innovation. 

• Managing internal communications – from newsletters to toolkits – keeping innovation front and centre. 

• Representing Marie Curie at external events, staying connected to the latest ideas in fundraising and innovation. 

What you’ll need to have: 

• Creative thinking with a passion for innovation and problem-solving. 

• Excellent communication skills, able to build strong relationships and engage teams. 

• Project management experience – keeping multiple projects on track and delivering results. 

• Confidence in research and insight gathering to inform decision-making. 

• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work across different teams and stakeholders. 

Please see the full job description.

Application & Interview Process 

• As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV and covering letter.  Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role. 

• Close date for applications: Sunday 10th August 2025

Salary: £27,450.00 - £30,500

Contract: Full Time, Perm

Based: UK Based, regular travel into the London Office 

Benefits you’ll LOVE: 

• Flexible working. We’re happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage. 

• 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays) 

• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%) 

• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets 

• Continuous professional development opportunities. 

• Industry-leading training programmes 

• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes 

• Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits 

• Access to Blue Light Card membership 

• Subsidised Eye Care 

Additional Information

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work.  We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one. 

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences. 

We're happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments.  Please email any requests

Role: Children and Young People’s Schools Coordinator

Contract: Fixed-term until 31st August 2026

Hours: Part-Time, 24.5 hours per week (3 and a half days)

Starting salary: £25,850

Location: Contractual base is our head office. Delivery will take place in schools across Lancashire.

We’re looking for a bold and caring individual to join our Children and Young People’s team. We want someone who has experience of engaging and working with children and young people in schools, ideally in Lancashire

To succeed in the role, you will need excellent communication skills, be confident, driven and have the ability to work autonomously. You will be open, hardworking, creative and able to quickly build rapport with young people and school staff.

You will have experience working with schools and colleges and understand the barriers some young people face to achieving good mental health and wellbeing.

This is an exciting time for Lancashire Mind as our children and young people’s services are growing, enabling us to reach and support more people. We want people who believe in our vision of a Lancashire where everyone can have the best mental health and wellbeing possible.

Lancashire Mind has a dedicated workplace wellbeing programme to ensure staff are supported with their own wellbeing which includes an Employee Assistance Programme, a half-day wellbeing day and wellbeing activities throughout the year.

We also offer a workplace pension scheme, paid emergency time off to care for dependents, regular supervision, and a commitment to supporting learning and development opportunities. We have also recently enhanced our annual leave offer with basic annual leave of 25 days, plus 3 days closure between Christmas and new year, long service leave, the option to buy or sell annual leave and a half-day wellbeing day for all staff.

Above all, we are a friendly and supportive place to work; ‘Great staff team, positive and supportive culture’ (Lancashire Mind wellbeing survey, March 2024)

Please note: This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Venn Group is delighted to be supporting a charitable organisation in the recruitment of an Interim Corporate Fundraiser for an initial contract with the potential to become permanent. This key role will focus on securing and growing corporate partnerships to deliver vital funding that enables the charity to support children and families affected by life limiting health conditions.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Manage a portfolio of existing and prospective corporate partners, ensuring strong cultivation and stewardship
• Conduct prospect research and develop new business opportunities through tailored outreach
• Create compelling proposals, fundraising propositions, and partnership packages
• Plan and deliver engaging campaigns, events, and partnership activities
• Maintain accurate records and report on income progress, engagement activity, and relationship development
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure partnerships align with the charity’s mission and values

Ideal candidate profile:

• Proven track record in delivering income targets within a corporate fundraising or business development environment
• Experience of managing four-figure and above corporate relationships, including multi-year partnerships
• Demonstrated ability to build bespoke and compelling corporate fundraising propositions
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence engaging stakeholders at all levels
• A proactive, hands-on approach and an ability to manage a busy and varied workload effectively

Location:​ East London

Duration: 10 month interim contract with potential to become permanent

Salary/Rate: £200-£240 (paid via an umbrella company)

Working hours: Full time

Working pattern: Hybrid

This vacancy is being actively shortlisted, so early applications are encouraged.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Recovery Worker to play a pivotal role in our Harrow Cove Service in Harrow.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

In this role, the individual will support people experiencing mental health challenges by managing a caseload of clients who require early intervention or preventative support. They will deliver group activities and co-produced programmes, clearly communicating the service's aims and pathways to encourage active participation. The role involves empowering service users to engage with external professionals and community services, helping them work toward their goals. Working flexibly as part of a team, the individual will contribute to developing peer support networks and community-based activities, while also ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and confidentiality of all service users. Key responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, supporting service operations, ensuring timely referrals and reviews, and participating in regular supervision and development activities.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Here's what the team will be looking for

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting individuals with mental health and/or dual diagnosis issues, with a solid understanding of recovery approaches, safeguarding, and relevant legislation. They will be confident working independently and as part of a team, including supporting volunteers and peers, and will have strong communication skills for building partnerships with statutory and community services. The role requires experience in delivering group activities or events, managing risk, handling casework, and promoting the service externally. Strong organisational, IT, and written communication skills are essential, along with knowledge of local mental health services and recovery tools.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Harris Hill is thrilled to be partnering with a Hospice that delivers specialist palliative and end-of-life care—both in the heart of the community and within their dedicated hospice.

They are searching for a passionate and strategic Trust and Foundation Fundraiser to join their committed team and help secure vital funding that will directly support patients and their families during life’s most critical moments.

As Trust and Foundation Fundraiser, you will devise and lead a trust and foundation fundraising strategy in order to achieve set goals and financial targets. You will oversee the writing of applications for both core funding and new capital and revenue projects, ensuring the cases for support are strong and compelling. You will aim to improve their new trust acquisition and maintain their retention of existing trust and foundation supporters.  You will also assist with small major donor cultivation events with the support of the Donor Relations Officer and Development Director and other senior Hospice staff to maximise impact.

To be considered for this role you will need:

• Demonstrable experience of delivering significant fundraising income
• Ability to communicate effectively with donors and external partners
• Excellent written and verbal communication

If this role sounds of interest to you and you want to have a chat and review the full job description, please do contact Dominic at Harris Hill on [email protected] or call him on 0207 820 7332.

Salary: £34,340 FTE

Permanent, Part-time (22.5 or 30 hours per week)

Location: Eastbourne with hybrid working

Deadline: Rolling, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, please apply now to avoid disappointment.

Application process: CV initially

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 from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Mind BLMK works across our communities to support positive mental health and wellbeing. Working closely with a range of partners, we offer a number of activities from our wellbeing centres and local venues to make a difference to the mental health and wellbeing of people in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes, and our aim is to make sure that no-one has to face a mental health problem alone.

CMHT Community Connector
Post no: 638
Working base: Leighton Buzzard base covering both Leighton Buzzard and Dunstable Community Mental Health Teams
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £24,720 per annum FTE (£18,372.97 per annum, actual)
Hours: 27.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

About the Role

Community Connectors work as part of an integrated, blended mental health offer to support people with emotional, social and practical needs to access a range of local, non-medical and non-clinical services, to improve confidence, social inclusion and independence.

This role will involve working as part of a multi-disciplinary team with statutory, third sector and NHS colleagues to support clients who are suffering from moderate to severe mental health difficulties. You will need to have experience working with those suffering with mental health illness as well as being able to demonstrate in depth knowledge of the services, support networks and local resources that may assist in improved outcomes for those dealing with complex and enduring mental health issues. The ability to be adaptable, work independently and the resilience to work in some challenging environments are key attributes for this role.

What the Service provides:

• Work within a Primary Care Network as part of a blended mental health team working individually with people to co-produce plans and set goals.
• Take a holistic approach – looking at wider determinants of health.
• Offer an in-depth knowledge of the local VCSE and community resources.
• Support people on a 1:1 basis over 12 weeks to overcome barriers to engagement and walk the journey together.

Service Delivery

• Assess suitability for community connection support as part of a blended team approach and support individuals to access the service by utilising in depth knowledge of local voluntary and community services and networks in your respective area
• To work with individuals to coproduce a plan to address their mental health and wellbeing goals. Am enable people to achieve these goals through facilitating access and connecting with appropriate resources
• Enable people to access community resources which may include accompanying them.
• Offer support, guidance and help where possible to people to gain confidence, overcome initial fears and seek solutions to any barriers inhibiting attendance.
• Take a holistic approach, based on the individuals’ priorities and wider determinants of health that impact on their health and wellbeing, such as debt, poor housing, being unemployed, loneliness and caring responsibilities.
• To work as part of an integrated team to ensure the best outcomes for each person accessing the service.
• Identify and build good working relationships with the community groups, relevant services and activities for partnership work and signposting as well as keep updated information about them.
• Competently work as part of a blended team, under direction from Mind BLMK and ELFT (East London NHS Foundation Trust), working with independence and in an agile way to support people with complex mental health challenges.

Entitlements/benefits:

• 25 days (pro rata) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata)
• Auto-enrolment NEST pension scheme (employer contributes 3%, employee contributes 5%)
• Health Plan with a wide variety of benefits
• Discounts available through Blue Light Card & Tickets for Good
• In-house and external Learning and Development as appropriate for the role.
• Flexible Working On request (in line with Mind BLMK policy on Right to Request Flexible Working)

If you have a passion for working in mental health and possess the required skills, we would love to hear from you.

Closedown: 5pm on Monday the 25th of August 2025
Interview date: TBC
Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if enough suitable applicants apply
Start date: ASAP

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.

Mind BLMK has been committed to the Mindful Employer charter and the Disability Confident Employer Scheme since 2008.

Please note: Mind BLMK follows Safer Recruitment practices and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Therefore all our roles are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

No agencies please.

We are currently recruiting a Content Writer to join our Content team within the Brand department. The purpose of the role is to write clear, accessible content that meets supports Battersea’s strategic objectives and meets audience needs. They will work to ensure all advice and support-based written content is clear, consistent, and on-brand.

Overall objectives include:

• Take direction from the Content Manager and work closely with teams across Battersea to implement written content plans that support both our strategic goals and the needs of our audiences.
• Create high quality, accessible advice and support-based content that follows brand guidelines and is shaped by audience insight.
• Use data, research and feedback to improve our written content and how we explain complex topics.
• Consult with senior colleagues across the organisation to understand content needs and timing - guiding and shaping requests where necessary.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year.
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes.
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
• Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution.
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans.

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working policy:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working policy, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Acceptable use of AI:

At Battersea, we value expertise. We recognise each candidate that applies to us will have a range of expertise they can offer us, so we want to hear about this in your own words. We understand the support that generative artificial intelligence (AI) software can offer but it can also lead to numerous applications presenting as generic and impersonal. This makes it difficult to gain understanding of your unique experience.

To best showcase yourself, we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI. If you require the use of AI software to aid in completing your application, we ask you use the generative responses as a prompt for writing your answers and avoid copying and pasting. You must also ensure the information presented in your application accurately reflects your experience.

If you are successful to the interview stage of the recruitment process, we ask that you follow the below guidelines on the use of AI at interview stages.

Acceptable use:

• Researching sector trends, company information, or general interview tips.
• Practicing interview questions with AI tools to improve communication skills.
• Using AI to support with structuring your responses.

Please do not:

• Submit AI-generated responses as your own during the interview.
• Use AI to impersonate or misrepresent your experience or skills.
• Use AI tools during real-time interviews.

Closing date: 25th August 2025
All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

Interview date(s):
First stage interview (online) - w/c 1st September 2025
Second stage interview (in person) - w/c 8th September 2025

To apply for the role, please follow the link to apply and download our recruitment pack for more details on the role. 

Education Officer

Are you passionate about environmental issues, in particular nature restoration, climate resilience and biodiversity?

Do you have experience working with young audiences, preferably within a wildlife or conservation setting?

We are looking for an Education Officer based in Scotland or North of England, with the ability to inspire people to connect with nature!

Position: Education Officer

Location: Remote/Scotland or North of England (this role requires frequent travel and overnight stays)

Hours: Full time (37.5 hours per week)

Contract: 1.5 year fixed term post, with the possibility of extension

Salary: £32,827 per annum

Benefits Include:  25 days holiday, plus Christmas day through to New Year’s Day paid, plus 6 days of floating holidays, pro-rata. Flexible approach to hours of work. Pension contribution of 3%, one-off contributions toward the cost of an ergonomic office chair and toward purchases of essential devices, monthly home working allowance, plus an annual contribution toward the maintenance and/or replacement of the essential devices.

Closing Date: 9am on Monday 8th September.  We reserve the right to interview candidates and close the ad ahead of the closing date, should a strong candidate be identified.

About the Role

We are looking to hire a skilled and engaging Education Officer to join a busy team, supporting the implementation and expansion of an established educational outreach programme, which reaches children in Scotland and Northern England.

At present, this post has funding for three years from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, 1.5 years of which is now complete and we are looking for someone to deliver the second 1.5 years of the project.

The purpose of the role is to extend passion and knowledge of beavers into communities around Britain, to engage and enthuse young people and to reconnect (or reinforce) their love of nature. Using and tailoring current materials and resources, you will do so by delivering high-quality learning sessions within schools, community groups or virtual training sessions, sometimes delivered in conjunction with beaver site partners and their education teams.

You will also be responsible for supporting wider aspects of the programme together with the Education Team, according to the requirements for each country and in partnership with relevant organisations

Key responsibilities include:

· Deliver a range of exciting, curriculum-linked workshops, non-curriculum home education talks, school and group sessions associated with beaver release sites.

· Run regional events and outreach activities to expand engagement in beaver education.

· Network and build contacts and relationships with key personnel in schools, youth groups and community groups in order to create engagement with the education programme and expand its reach.

· Support the development of further resources, activities and events specific to the country and region, and deliver existing activities for group learning.

· Monitor, collate and report on work carried out, toward learning goals and impact reporting, coordinated by the Senior Education Officer to support the programme evaluation.

· Support volunteers and build capacity working with partner site staff in the delivery of beaver education programmes.

We welcome applicants who may need flexible ways of working or support in managing workload.

About You

We are looking for someone with experience of working with young audiences, preferably within a wildlife or conservation setting. You will have a good grasp of ecology and be willing to travel around the country to support learning education opportunities as well as being confident running sessions or delivering train-the-trainer sessions online.

Essential skills and experience include:

· A foundation degree level or equivalent in a zoology, biology or conservation-related field, OR; A teaching/education qualification or equivalent experience in teaching, using different delivery methods including virtual delivery. Both formal qualifications OR equivalent lived, voluntary or professional experience are welcome.

· The ability to communicate complex concepts in an innovative and engaging way to a young audience.

· The skill set to inspire people to connect with nature, to support teachers, deliver talks, presentations and education sessions.

· A strong interest in nature, conservation and restoration.

· Working knowledge of safeguarding legislation, policies and procedures.

· Competent use of IT skills, preferably Google Suite, and high standards for visual content.

· Experience in confidently using IT packages for teaching delivery, including the use of tablets, presentation software and audiovisual.

· A full valid UK driving licence (you will be required to access remote rural locations carrying more equipment than can be handled on public transport)

· Resident in mainland Britain and proof of right to work in Britain.

· A place to store learning materials. We can offer storage support if there isn’t space at home.

This role might suit you if you have…

· A sound understanding of the Scottish Curriculum for Excellence and the English National Curriculum (primary) in terms of expectations and limitations.

· Proven experience of developing and delivering workshops and activities for school audiences.

You don’t need to meet every requirement, if you’re enthusiastic about the role, we encourage you to apply

To apply please upload a 2pp CV and 1pp covering letter explaining their interest and suitability for the role. Please note, we can only accept candidates with the right to work in the UK.

About the Organisation

Join a nature restoration charity, restoring beavers to regenerate our landscapes. Beavers were once a common and influential part of the British countryside, and as such, the team wants to reconnect people to this part of our heritage.  

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in the environmental sector including people of colour, disabled people, those from low-income backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities and all other protected characteristics.

You may have experience in roles including Education and Learning Officer, Education Project Coordinator, Youth Engagement Officer, Schools Programme Officer, Prevention Officer, Workshop Facilitator, Learning and Engagement Officer, Conservation Officer, Environmental, Environment and Conservation. #INDNFP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Every second of every day, London’s Air Ambulance delivers rapid response and cutting-edge medical care to save lives in the city. Critical injury can happen to anyone, at any time and we are bring the hospital emergency department to the scene, delivering life-saving treatment to the 10 million people who live and work in London. 

This is a unique role based at The Royal London Hospital supporting our clinical and operational colleagues with the smooth running of our Helipad. It is a fast-paced support role in a busy emergency environment with competing priorities. Reporting to the Helipad Operations Manager, the role works closely with the London Air Ambulance operations and clinical teams.   

Crucially you will support with the maintenance of the emergency vehicles ensuring they are mission ready at all times, while managing the stock of medical equipment and supporting with general operations and administration.  

We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic person to join the team. You’ll have significant experience in an operational / administrative role and hold strong organisational and communication skills. A good understanding of patient confidentially is essential for the role and a background in a clinical environment and/or the charity sector is advantageous.

Essential requirements of this role are to have a full UK driving licence (maximum of 3 penalty points), be a minimum of 21 years of age and be a confident driver.