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About the role:
Porchlight’s Housing Management Team provide a property management service for supported accommodation across Kent, housing people at risk of homelessness. The project Manager will be leading and developing a team of Housing Management Assistants, to ensure an effective and efficient service is delivered.
The role will include but is not limited to ensuring all Porchlight’s owned and managed accommodation is compliant with Legislation and relevant standards, voids are kept to a minimum, risk is managed appropriately, new builds are ready for occupation, tenancy related issues are resolved.
Housing Management is a fast-paced environment requiring the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines. The candidate will need to ensure that working practice meets policy and procedural requirements especially in regard to, safeguarding, health and safety and equality and diversity.
The role requires:
- Experience in effectively managing and leading a team.
- A flexible, responsive and solution focused approach.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Housing Sector or Property Management.
- Knowledge of Legislation and Regulatory Standards around Housing compliance.
- Good communication and prioritisation skills.
- Ability to manage a budget.
- Car user with full driving licence and access to own vehicle (subject to the provisions of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995)
Porchlight is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk.
Working pattern: 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday with some flexibility required.
Contract type: Permanent
Interview date: 7th April 2026
Please note, salaries are pro-rata for part-time positions.
A safe home, better life and fairer future for everyone.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
RSPCA Little Valley Animal Shelter is seeking an exceptional Chief Executive Officer to guide us through an exciting period of growth, transformation and renewed strategic ambition.
At Little Valley, our purpose is clear: to promote kindness, prevent cruelty, and provide outstanding welfare for the animals who rely on us. Our next Chief Executive Officer will inspire staff and volunteers, strengthen community partnerships, and lead with clarity, compassion and courage.
About the role
Our team is united by our compassion, collaboration, integrity, excellence and deep connection to our community - values that guide every decision we make. We are looking for a Chief Executive Officer who will champion these values in everything they do.
We are in a pivotal moment of investment and cultural renewal, with major developments underway - including improved facilities, modernisation of systems, strategic income growth and strengthened community engagement. This is your opportunity to lead an ambitious and much‑loved charity into its next chapter.
Key Responsibilities
(Full Job Description and Person Specification attached.)
- Lead the organisation’s strategic direction, ensuring alignment with our mission, values and long‑term goals.
- Drive high‑quality, compassionate animal welfare services across all operational areas.
- Provide visible, empathetic leadership that supports a positive culture for staff and volunteers.
- Ensure strong financial stewardship, diversifying income and securing long‑term sustainability.
- Strengthen partnerships, community profile and external relationships across the region.
- Champion innovation, operational excellence and continuous improvement at every level.
About You
You’ll bring proven senior leadership experience, exceptional communication skills, strong financial and governance capability, and the emotional intelligence needed to lead a complex and values‑driven organisation. Above all, you’ll bring a genuine passion for animal welfare and a commitment to ensuring values remain at the heart of everything we do.
Why join us?
As our Chief Executive Officer, you will lead a dedicated team, steward an organisation with strong foundations, and be at the forefront of shaping a more compassionate future for animals across Devon. This is more than a leadership role - it’s a chance to create lasting impact.
How to apply
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement (maximum two pages) outlining how your experience, leadership and values make you the right person to become our next Chief Executive Officer.
Application deadline: Tuesday 7 April, 5pm
We encourage applications from leaders who are motivated by purpose, committed to impact and inspired by the opportunity to shape the future of Little Valley Animal Shelter.
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Our mission is to offer compassionate care and facilitate the rehabilitation and rehoming of animals across Devon.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £40,000 per annum.
Location: Hybrid Work Culture. We are proud to promote a truly hybrid work culture, recognising that every role is different, and everyone has unique needs and preferences. Our Hybrid Work Arrangement empowers each team member to work with their manager to choose the most effective way to work that balances your needs and Hospice UK’s.
For this role, we need someone to come into the office at least one day a week, on a Tuesday. A day where all of Income Generation and Grants come into the office. You can work remotely for the rest of the time. Equally, you may prefer to work from the office full-time. We encourage all colleagues to visit member hospices to help inform our work and you may be able to work from there.
Contractually this role is London-based.
Contract: Permanent. Full time role - 35 hours per week.
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave rising to 30 days after 2 years (+ an extra 10 days on each 5th year). Pro rata for part time hours
- Matched pension scheme up to 7% of salary
- Healthcare plan
- Support for staff with caring responsibilities
- Family-friendly culture
How to apply: CV and supporting statement - using Hospice UK’s supporting statement document – available on our website to download.
Closing date for applications: 23:59 on Sunday 29 March 2026.
Interview dates: Monday 13 April 2026, interviews will take place online via MS Teams.
We’ll send assessments and some questions to you in advance so that you can prepare. Let us know if you have any specific needs to be able to fully engage with the process.
Job Information:
Hospice UK is recruiting a Senior Corporate Development Executive to support and grow our commercial partnerships portfolio, working closely with the Corporate Development Manager and Corporate Development Executive.
This role will help to build relationships with over 80 businesses across all industries including healthcare, finance, insurance, digital, sustainability and more, generating more than £420k each year to support Hospice UK’s work.
The role
You will support all aspects of Hospice UK’s commercial partnership activity, helping to build, steward and develop long‑term relationships with corporate partners, who want to collaborate with hospices. This includes working directly with organisations to secure sponsorship, exhibition space and partnership opportunities. Personalised communications will help move businesses from one‑off activity to longer‑term strategic partnerships.
A key part of the role involves conferences and events. You’ll help secure exhibitors and sponsors for our annual National Conference (1,000+ attendees) and our one‑day conferences, supporting activity from launch through to delivery, including marketing materials, pipeline management, proactive sales and administration.
You’ll also support the Hospice UK Jobs Board, an income‑generating platform promoting careers in hospice and end of life care, contributing to sales and marketing activity, managing job postings and supporting performance analysis and development.
About you
You’ll have strong experience in sales (from the third, private or public sector) and be confident building relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including senior corporate contacts.
You will bring:
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Well‑developed people skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams
- A self‑motivated, self‑sufficient approach to managing your workload
- Strong attention to detail and experience managing multi‑workstream projects
You’ll be comfortable conducting market research, assessing opportunities and value propositions, and identifying solutions to keep projects moving. You’ll also bring an approach aligned to our values: collaborative, compassionate, inclusive and innovative.
More information is available in the candidate information pack, which is available on our website to download.
We represent and champion the community of 200+ hospices across the UK.



Liberty is seeking a Facilities and Compliance Manager to deliver high-quality, proactive support across data and IT, property, facilities, and health and safety. This role underpins the organisation’s operations and ensures we can deliver our external mission as effectively as possible.
The successful candidate will have experience in a similar role and be motivated by improving systems and processes. They will have strong attention to detail, a proactive, can-do attitude, and excellent written communication skills, with the ability to develop clear, user-friendly policies and procedures from scratch. The post-holder will thrive on providing a mix of practical hands-on facilities and infrastructure delivery (including IT and Health and Safety), and project/contractor management.
You will have a strong commitment to Liberty’s anti-oppression values and strategy.
Liberty fully embraces flexible working and is committed to employee development. We aim to encourage people from all backgrounds to work with us and are particularly interested in hearing from people from minority backgrounds and all socio-economic sections of society.
The deadline for applications is 9am Monday 6 April 2026
Applications received after this deadline will not be considered.
Please be aware that we do not accept CVs for this role. All applicants must complete the application form to apply.
First round interviews will be held online on Thursday 23 April 2026
Second round interview will be held in person on Thursday 30 April 2026
Apply via the job board on our website.
Liberty challenge injustice, defend freedom and campaign to make sure everyone in the UK is treated fairly.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Kairos Women Working Together (Kairos) was founded in 1999 by a group of women in Coventry who recognised that those facing multiple disadvantages, and therefore most at risk of sexual exploitation, were falling through the cracks of existing services. From grassroots beginnings, Kairos has grown into a respected, feminist led, specialist women’s organisation rooted in the community it serves.
Over the next 5 years, Kairos will strengthen our new Women’s Hub as a safe, accessible, trauma-informed women’s centre delivering best practice responses, expand our services to meet women’s needs, strengthen partnerships, and influence systems so that no woman is left behind.
To do this we are seeking an organised, empathetic, and proficient individual to ensure the smooth operation of our hub.
This part-time role provides essential front-of-house support—greeting and assisting women arriving at the hub with sensitivity and professionalism —while also handling a broad range of administrative duties. From digital communications to accurate data entry & record keeping, ordering supplies and liaising with key partners and contractors you’ll help ensure our hub is kept safe, clean and ready for us to welcome visitors and women attending our groups and services.
If you have proven experience in office administration, strong IT skills (including Microsoft Office and familiarity with graphic design tools like Canva), and a commitment to our values and ethos, we want to hear from you.
Post Salary: £25,878 per annum, pro rata hours worked
Working hours: 22.5 hours per week, worked over Monday to Friday
Location: Kairos Women’s Hub, Old Grammar School, 31 Silver Street, Coventry, CV1 1HP.
This post is restricted to female applicants only under Section 9 of the Equality Act 2010. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required.
Overview of Post
The Operations & Administration Support role is a vital part-time position responsible for the seamless operational flow of Kairos. Key duties encompass a broad range of administrative functions, from managing the main email inbox and creating visual content to accurate data entry and essential record-keeping. The role provides front-of-house support, welcoming women and visitors attending our Women’s Hub and ensuring its smooth running through monitoring and ordering essential supplies and liaising with CV Life regarding building maintenance and cleaning services. The role requires an organised, empathetic, and proficient administrator capable of supporting front line staff and the Senior Leadership Team.
Main Responsibilities
Digital & Communications
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Manage the admin email inbox, responding to all queries promptly and forwarding communications to relevant staff members as appropriate
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Open, scan, and distribute post to appropriate recipients
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Use online graphic design tools to create visual content such as posters, signs and information sheets for use in the Women’s Hub and on social media.
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Assist the Senior Leadership Team in website updates and social media content.
Reception
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Welcome women arriving at the Women’s Hub with empathy and professionalism, responding with particular sensitivity to any who may be distressed
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Use knowledge of local services, advocacy, and rights to direct women to appropriate support, so ensuring no one leaves without assistance or alternative referral options
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Welcome visitors and external partners attending meetings, assisting in preparation of refreshments as required
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Assist the Support & Services Lead in ordering bus passes
Compliance & Governance
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Assist the Support & Services Lead in maintaining safeguarding records and procedures, entering and updating concerns on the log.
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Assist colleagues in maintaining an accurate record of women attending groups and services, entering individual service user details onto the database.
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Maintain and circulate a quarterly policy review schedule to the Senior Leadership Team.
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Coordinate policy update processes and distribution
Financial & Procurement Management
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Administer procurement processes for office supplies and equipment
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Assist the Finance & Impact Lead during contract reviews and negotiations, e.g. by researching best value and actively requesting charity discounts from suppliers
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Assist Finance & Impact Lead in reviewing service contracts for energy, phone, internet, and insurance
Facilities & Building Management
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Assist the team in ensuring the Women’s Hub and courtyard is clean, tidy and free of rubbish, ready to welcome women and visitors.
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Manage and monitor waste collection schedules (general waste, recycling, food waste) and coordinate sanitary bin and confidential waste collections
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Maintain stock levels of essential supplies (e.g. toilet rolls, paper towels, soap, health and safety products)
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Liaise with CV Life regarding building maintenance and repairs, and with cleaning services
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Arrange annual PAT testing of all electrical equipment
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Assist the designated Health & Safety Officer in
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conducting periodic checks of the security alarm systems and access procedures
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identifying and resolving health and safety issues, maintaining accurate incident logs
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Relationship Management
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Maintain positive relationships with key service providers
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Support SLT, front line team and volunteers with operational queries, liaising with contractors as required.
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Keep stakeholders informed of relevant developments and maintain regular communication
HR Administration Support
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Conduct annual driving license checks for staff who drive for work
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Verify MOT and tax status for vehicles used for work purposes
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Provide administrative support to the Volunteering & Community Engagement Lead and Support & Services Lead during recruitment.
Health and Safety
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Assist the designated Health and Safety Officer in conducting and recording risk assessments and monitoring their implementation
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Record workplace accidents
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Maintain supplies of condoms and pregnancy tests, liaising with Public Health
IT & Equipment Management
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Manage inventory of laptops and mobile phones, and assist the Support & Services Lead by logging and monitoring SIM cards.
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Liaise with IT service provider for equipment procurement and technical support
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Coordinate laptop setup and configuration for new staff
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Assist Finance & Impact Lead in procuring replacement devices as needed, seeking best value options
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Manage and review mobile phone contracts
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Maintain accurate records of equipment allocation and contract expiry date
Person Specification
Experience
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Previous experience in office administration
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Proficiency in IT: Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and experience using databases or CRM software
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Familiarity with online graphic design tools e.g. Canva
Knowledge & Skills
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Organisation & attention to detail: Excellent time management and accuracy in data entry
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Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Client facing skills including empathy and sensitivity
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Efficiency: Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
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Understanding of GDPR regulations
Values & Behaviours
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Self motivated and a strong problem solver.
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Collaborative team player
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High integrity and a continuous improvement mindset.
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Commitment to Kairos’s values and ethos.
Other
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Willingness to work flexibly.
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Unrestricted right to work in the UK
If you would prefer, you are welcome to complete our application form as an alternative to sending us a CV with covering letter.
A movement of women working together to create the moments when change becomes possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Ormside Mill Residential Centre Manager
Grade 7 Point 26 – 30, £34,795- £38,059. (Full Time 35 hours, Permanent)
Introduction
Greater Manchester Youth Federation (GMYF) is a long-established charity running vibrant youth centres across Greater Manchester. We’re dedicated to raising aspirations and creating opportunities for young people, especially those facing disadvantage, through exciting activities, outreach, and outdoor adventures. Our approach champions youth voice, inclusion, and building confidence and resilience. We offer outdoor education, including residentials at our own Ormside Mill site in Cumbria and other sites nationwide. Ormside Mill Residential Centre (ORC) is a unique and charming residential environment where children and young people can experience outdoor learning, personal development, and safe adventure. We aspire for ORC to be a centre of excellence in residential youth work.
Purpose of Role:
The Centre Manager is responsible for the effective leadership and management of Ormside Mill Residential Centre (ORC), including all Health and Safety, estate management, operations and bookings. The postholder will ensure high-quality, inclusive, and safe delivery of youth work activities, aligned with our organisational values and mission.
GMYF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to equality of opportunity. We will make reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities. All personal data will be processed in accordance with GDPR.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management
- To support the CEO in the delivery of our mission, in line with our values and ambition.
- Oversee daily operations of Ormside Mill Residential Centre, ensuring high service standards and smooth handover/takeover procedures.
- Line manage staff associated with the centre, such as the grounds keeper, housekeeper and finance assistant.
- Manage and administer all bookings and reservations for the Ormside Mill Residential Centre, maintaining an organised and efficient system.
- Provide onsite ‘take over’ and ‘hand over’ arrangements for groups, including providing oversight of activities with freelance instructors etc.
Safety, Quality and Compliance
- To ensure they have up to date Safeguarding knowledge and to promote GMYF safeguarding culture.
- Responsible for safe, inclusive practice in all areas of ORC work, through supportive line management of key staff, user and contractor briefings and operations. Be responsible for compliance with health and safety regulations including Fire Safety, Legionella, Contractor Management, vehicle maintenance etc.
- Manage and complete documentation for inspections or quality marks such as AHOEC, Evolve, AALA Licence etc. ensuing readiness for audit and compliance, including supporting the Chief Instructor with kit management and storage.
- To be responsible for a detailed estates plan that sets out key compliance requirements and their successful management within a 12-month period and beyond.
Administration and Organisation
- Represent the organisation in external networks and partnerships related to residential and youth work, including building positive relationship with local residents.
- Collaborate with delivery teams to populate the forecast events and resource demand.
- To identify, submit and secure external funding to support our endeavours, via grants or individual benefactors.
- To promote environmental sustainability, appropriate waste management and care for the environment.
- To be responsible for the production of regular and accurate reports such as the Annual Report, User Satisfaction reports, etc.
- Responsible for the vetting, compliance and expectations for freelances staff, in line with GMYF values.
Person Specification
ESSENTIAL
Qualifications & Technical Competence
- Current First Aid qualification or commitment to obtain within 3 months
- Relevant qualification in youth work, education, or a related field, with a focus on residential and youth centre management.
- Experience of working within AALA or similar regulatory frameworks.
- L3 Safeguarding qualification working with young people or commitment to obtain within 1 month
Experience
- Proven experience in developing and ensuring the quality of programmes and activities within residential centres.
- Excellent communication, IT, and interpersonal skills to effectively coordinate with staff, volunteers, and external partners.
- Proven ability to work independently and lead an effective team.
- Experience of risk management and developing safe systems of work in residential and youth settings.
- Experience of working with young people from diverse backgrounds, including those facing disadvantage or additional barriers.
- Experience using data systems to manage bookings, track maintenance, and monitor programme outcomes.
- Experience using data systems to manage bookings, track maintenance, and monitor programme outcomes.
- Experience to manage the centre budget, reporting on time and accurately on all financial matters.
Skills and Attributes
- Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
- Ability to plan and deliver inclusive, engaging, and developmentally appropriate programmes.
- Confidence in decision-making, particularly in dynamic outdoor environments.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a youth work and multi-disciplinary team.
- Commitment to equality, diversity, safeguarding, and youth-centred practice.
DESIRABLE
- Hold a NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent, demonstrating a solid foundation in health and safety principles and practices.
- Completion of IOSH Managing Safely course or similar, equipping you with the essential skills to manage health and safety effectively within a residential centre and youth club environment.
Other Requirements
GMYF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An Enhanced DBS is required for this post. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
This is a UK-based post and applicants must be living in and have the right to work in the UK. If applicable, please detail your Visa status in your covering email.
Please let us know if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process and we’ll be happy to support you.
- Closing date for applications: 13th March 2026
- Interview date: 18th March 2026
- Start date: As soon as possible
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a committed and detail oriented Information and Operations Officer to help keep our mission‑led organisation running smoothly. In this role, you will be supporting the day‑to‑day operations, manage key information systems, support training and HR administation, and contribute to research that strengthens our fundraising function. You will work across the organsation supporting our staff, service users and partners.
Who we are - Hibiscus is a feminist, anti-racist and intersectional women’s organisation that has delivered high-impact advocacy and advice services to Black and minoritised migrant women in contact with the Criminal Justice and Immigration systems for nearly 40 years. Hibiscus centres the lived experiences of women and continuously supports them to rebuild their lives through rights-based and justice-inspired responses.
What we do -Hibiscus delivers women-centred trauma informed support through an array of services including community-based provision which also address the needs of women leaving the prison and detention regimes.
If you’re highly organised, detail‑focused and passionate about social justice, you believe in Women's equality and equity, and you want to improve outcomes for women affected by VAWG, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference through excellent operational support.
The Key tasks of the role will be be as follows
Summary of Key Main Tasks
- Maintain smooth day‑to‑day office operations, including supplies, equipment, facilities, enquiries and visitor/Service user support.
- Manage organisational information systems, records, filing, databases and GDPR Compliance.
- Provide administrative support across HR processes, including recruitment, onboarding and DBS checks.
- Coordinate training activities and maintain accurate learning and development records for the entire organsation.
- Support research and fundraising tasks, including gathering information, maintaining pipelines and assisting with donor engagement for the CEO/SLT
- Contribute to improving operational systems and ensuring compliance with organisational policies, data protection and health and safety.
- Ensure you have a high level of understanding around confidentialitiy and data protection, handling sensitive informaiton appropriately at all times
- You will also be the key contact for the managing office relationships ensuring staff,service users are supported on a daily basis.
Please refer to the Job Description attached for a full list of Essential/Desirable criteria.
We are particularly keen to attract talent from Black and minoritised migrant communities, however we are unable to support any sponser visa applications
Please note - This post is restricted to women only as a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9 paragraph 1, Equality Act 2010.
We are looking for some one that is able to work part-time in the office, 3 days a week. This is is an essential requirement to support our service.
Benefits
- 25 days of annual leave per year (pro-rata if part-time)
- Weekly well-being hour and skills-based workshops.
- Employers Assistance Program providing counselling, financial assistance and mental health support.
- Clinical supervision sessions/refelctive practise.
Please review the Job Advert for full details attached.
What to do next - Please send an updated CV
· An up-to-date CV (no more than 2 pages)
· A cover letter (Up to 2 pages) addressing relevant parts of the Person Specification in the Job Description outlining why you are the right person for the role.
Please download and complete the [Equality and Diversity form] and send it to our recruitment email – This form should be sent to us separately. ( attached)
Closing date for Application
Tuesday 17th March 2026 5pm
Interviews
w/c 30th of March 2026
Hibiscus enables Black and minoritised migrant women interacting with the immigration and criminal justice systems to rebuild their lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you an organised, people focused administrator who loves making things run smoothly? Do you enjoy supporting others, coordinating moving parts, and being at the heart of meaningful work? If so, this could be the next step for you.
The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) is looking for an enthusiastic Exams Engagement and Expansion Assistant to join our busy and welcoming Exams team. Exams are at the core of what we do, shaping the careers of clinical oncologists and radiologists across the world. This role puts you right at the centre of that mission.
You’ll play a key part in supporting our expert examiners and helping us deliver high-quality, well-run examinations. As we expand our exams provision, you’ll also have the chance to get involved in new projects, improved processes, and exciting initiatives aimed at increasing global access to our qualifications.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, values relationship building, and wants to develop their skills in events, coordination, and stakeholder support.
What You’ll Do
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Be a friendly first point of contact for examiner applicants, supporting recruitment, inductions and training.
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Coordinate key logistics — travel, accommodation, examiner dinners and meetings.
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Support smooth-running committee meetings by scheduling, circulating papers and drafting action logs.
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Handle candidate queries and assist with the delivery of Part B (2B) exams.
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Maintain accurate examiner records and contribute to new examexpansion projects and initiatives.
What You’ll Need
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Strong organisational skills, great attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
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Confident and approachable communication skills, both written and verbal.
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Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).
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A proactive, positive attitude and enthusiasm for learning new processes.
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Experience in administration is essential; experience in exams, education or committee support is a bonus (but not required).
If you think think this may be the opportunity for you, please see the candidate pack attached to this advert for more information on the role and instructions on how to apply.
Applications are being reviewed as they are received, so in order to avoid disappointment please submit your application as soon as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Centre Assistant
Reference: FEB20264592
Location: RSPB Lochwinnoch, PA12
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part-Time, 9.5 hours per week
Salary: £12.60 - £13.25 Per Hour
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave
Are you able to deliver fantastic customer service, and would you like to work for an organisation that is making a big difference to our natural world? We are looking for an enthusiastic and hard-working people person, to help work in our shop and visitor welcome area at our Lochwinnoch Reserve Visitor Centre.
As one of the few wetlands left in southwest Scotland, Lochwinnoch is the perfect place to watch Whooper Swans, Wigeon, Goldeneye and a wide variety of other ducks during winter months. In spring you won't want to miss the elaborate displays of the Great Crested Grebes, while the woodland is alive with wildlife all year round.
If you love nature, care about its future and like working with the public, this could be the role for you.
About the Role
As a Centre Assistant, you will help ensure the effective, efficient and safe running of the visitor centre, retail space and surrounding facilities. You will provide outstanding customer care, recruit members and promote retail opportunities, as well as contribute to achieving financial targets and Key Performance Indicators.
We actively seek to break down accessibility barriers hindering people from visiting the reserve and as such, nurture an inclusive environment. You will play a key role in ensuring every visitor, from individuals and families, to school groups, or visitors with additional needs, receives a positive and memorable experience.
You will deliver high-quality support before and after visits by responding to enquiries via email and social media. Your responsibilities will also include assisting with the preparation of event materials, social media content, and other written communications.
Key Responsibilities
- Delivering the highest standard of customer care across both retail and visitor welcome areas.
- Providing a warm welcome and inspiring visitors about the reserve and its wildlife.
- Actively promoting and encouraging support for the RSPB, including membership and retail sales.
- Operating the till, handling payments and following all cash handling and security procedures.
- Maintaining attractive, commercially effective retail displays and appropriate stock levels.
- Processing deliveries and supporting stock control.
- Monitoring and assisting with social media content.
- Assisting with the planning and delivery of family activities, events and engagement activities in a fun and innovative way.
- Ensuring the visitor centre, retail space, facilities and surrounding areas are maintained to a high standard of presentation and safety.
- Working with the management team to achieve targets, following all health and safety, operational and administrative procedures.
Essential skills, knowledge and experience:
- National 5, or equivalent, in Maths and English.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer literate.
- Experience in customer service.
- Strong people engagement skills with the ability to enthuse others about wildlife and nature.
- Ability to manage and respond positively to customer needs and feedback.
- Ability to plan and prioritise workloads effectively.
- Good problem-solving skills and the ability to work on your own initiative.
- Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships, and to work effectively in a team.
- Ability and willingness to work Saturdays weekly (working days would be Fridays and Saturdays), work flexibly, including weekends and Bank Holidays and work extra hours to cover holidays.
Desirable skills, knowledge and experience:
- Experience working in a retail, visitor attraction or customer-facing environment.
- Experience in sales or membership recruitment
- Merchandising skills.
- Till operation and payment handling experience.
- Knowledge of Health and Safety in the workplace.
- Interest in wildlife and conservation
Additional Information
- This is a Permanent/Part-Time role for 9.5 hours per week.
- The postholder will be required to work additional hours throughout the year to cover holidays.
Closing date: 23:59, Monday 16th March 2026
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position on Monday 30th March 2026.
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.
We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.
The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
As part of this application process you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.
No agencies please.
The RSPB brings people together – people like you – to protect the things that matter to us all.

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For 30 years, Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Appeal has helped transform children’s healthcare in Bristol, funding pioneering treatment, facilities and research at Bristol Children’s Hospital and the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at St Michael’s Hospital. By uniting philanthropy with world-class medicine, the charity enables clinicians to deliver exceptional care and improve outcomes for babies and children across the South West and beyond. Our long-standing partnership with Aardman underpins the charity’s national profile and reach, while initiatives such as Cots for Tots and Gromit Unleashed demonstrate the scale, creativity and impact of our work. As The Grand Appeal continues to grow in scale, complexity and long-term investment commitments, we are creating a new Group Financial Controller role to strengthen financial leadership across the organisation and its subsidiary activities. This is a pivotal role at the heart of the charity. The successful candidate will ensure that the organisation’s financial systems, commitments and reporting remain robust, transparent and capable of supporting ambitious future plans - from major capital projects to long-term programme investment. Working closely with senior leadership and external advisers, the Group Financial Controller will help ensure that donor funds are stewarded responsibly and that the charity remains financially resilient as it evolves and grows. The role also covers the charity’s significant commercial and retail activity delivered through its trading subsidiary, requiring clear financial visibility of trading performance, margins and income streams. You will ensure this activity is reflected confidently within group reporting, supporting disciplined growth and long-term financial resilience. We are looking for someone who combines strong technical financial expertise with a practical, hands-on approach and the confidence to operate at both operational and strategic levels. This role offers the opportunity to shape financial governance in a growing, high-impact charity where financial leadership directly enables better outcomes for children and families. If you are motivated by purpose, value, integrity and want your work to have real-world impact, we would love to hear from you
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Islamia Girls’ School is a successful, independent secondary school in Brent, North West London. Rated “Good” by Ofsted, the school is rooted in a strong Islamic ethos and academic excellence. Our vision is to nurture well-rounded individuals through high standards, strong morals, and personal growth. With a warm, welcoming atmosphere and dedicated staff, we are proud to be a place many call a home away from home.
We are seeking an organised, professional, and committed School Receptionist to support the efficient day-to-day operations of the front office. This is a key role at the heart of school life, acting as the first point of contact for students, staff, parents, and visitors. The successful candidate will ensure high standards of administrative support, uphold confidentiality, and maintain a positive and welcoming environment for all stakeholders.
You will work closely under the supervision of the Deputy School Business Manager while also being expected to take initiative, prioritise tasks independently, and contribute proactively to the smooth running of the school.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support to ensure the smooth functioning of the school office.
- Manage the school reception desk and telephone/email correspondence.
- Maintain accurate records, databases, and confidential files.
- Support the organisation of meetings, school events, and communications.
- Liaise professionally with staff, students, parents, and external agencies.
- Uphold strict confidentiality and contribute to safeguarding practices at all times.
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Are you eager to support the financial operations of Wycliffe Bible Translators?
Wycliffe Bible Translators is a dynamic organisation with a clear vision to create a world where everyone can know Jesus through the Bible. This includes looking to God to double our fundraised income by 2026. Part of our responsibility in this is to make sure we are good stewards of the resources we’ve been entrusted with.
This role will suit a detail-oriented, proactive, and values-driven individual, who thrives on accuracy, collaborative teamwork, and contributing to a mission-driven organisation, ensuring sound financial stewardship that directly supports our global vision.
- Salary: £18,000-23,000 + benefits
- Location: Home-based, with some in-person team meetings (around once per month) and monthly all staff team days
- Terms of appointment: 37.5 hours per week, with 6 hours per week allocated to accounting studies and learning. 2 year fixed term contract with the potential for progression or extension
- Closing date: Wednesday 1 April at 9am
- Interview date: Tuesday 14 April, in Oxford
Key responsibilities:
- Financial Record Keeping and Processing
- Reconciliations and Reporting Support
- Administrative and Team Support
Benefits include:
- 33 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays
- Competitive contributory pension scheme
- Employer pension contributions up to 7.5%
- Fully employer-funded life assurance
- 24/7 employee assistance programme for emotional and practical support
- Family-friendly employer
- Monthly in-person team days in Oxfordshire or the Chilterns (expenses covered)
- Hot-desking facility at Oxford office
- Fully paid-for professional development opportunities.
It is an occupational requirement of this role that you have a clear, personal commitment to the beliefs set out in our Statement of Faith and Doctrinal Position Statement.
To apply, visit our careers site and complete the short online application, attaching your CV and a covering letter (no more than two pages) summarising why you’re applying, how you meet the person specification, and telling us about your personal Christian journey and church involvement.
A world where everyone can know Jesus through the Bible
About Us
Yorkshire is one of the regions hardest hit by cancer. Together, we can change this.
Yorkshire Cancer Research is a charity dedicated to funding research so that you and those you love live longer healthier lives, free of cancer.
Thanks to supporters, the charity funds vital cancer research and pioneers innovative new services for people with cancer. These life-giving medical breakthroughs are helping more people survive cancer – in Yorkshire, and beyond.
As an inclusive employer, our aim is to ensure our workforce reflects the rich diversity of our region. We believe a diverse workforce is vital to us taking action to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer more effectively in Yorkshire. We offer equal opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnerships.
The Benefits
We offer all employees a wide range of benefits including an enhanced contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service), flexible working arrangements, private medical insurance, enhanced maternity leave, career progression, learning and development, wellbeing initiatives, offices within walking distance of Hornbeam Park train station, and a whole lot more.
We’ve got a strong set of values that inform everything we do and we’re looking for people who are aligned with these. As our Centre Manager, you will put people in Yorkshire at the heart of everything you do, unite with colleagues and other organisations in this cause, and dare to think big and bold to make positive solutions happen.
The Role
Reporting to the Head of Retail Property and Estates, as Centre Manager, you will lead a multiskilled team that delivers a consistently positive visitor experience at our flagship Yorkshire Cancer Research Centre at Hornbeam Park, Harrogate. This team provides a high level of customer service to the public across face-to-face interactions, email and telephone, while also creating a supportive working environment for employees and volunteers. This includes ensuring that the right resources, refreshments, and a clean, well maintained workspace are always available.
As part of the visitor experience, you will be accountable for the safe and legally compliant operation of the Hornbeam Café and for ensuring it provides a comfortable and pleasant environment for customers. This includes managing the Café Manager and offering an appropriate balance of support and challenge in what is a high activity, high impact role
You will be responsible for all health and safety elements within the Centre, including weekly fire alarm tests, routine checks and food preparation audits. The team also manages a range of consumables, so the role requires strong cost control, effective stock usage, and regular feedback on Yorkshire Cancer Research materials.
Specifically, you will:
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Ensure that all Health, Safety Fire and COSHH checks are carried out as required diligently, regularly and to the required standard.
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Work closely with the Café Manager to maintain high standards of food safety through appropriate compliance adherence and regular audits.
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Report any maintenance issues to facilities through the Yorkshire Cancer Research platform EVERY.
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Line manage a Café Manager and a team of Centre Support Assistants and ensure they offer a positive, professional and warm welcome to all visitors. Manage the Centre Support Assistants ensuring cover on the Welcome Desk across key operating hours.
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Develop a volunteer team with potential new role profiles to enhance the Centre Team.
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Represent the Yorkshire Cancer Research brand positively, role modelling a professional appearance and presence in line with our values.
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Support the team to maintain high standards at the centre with and in the Welcome Area.
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Lead the team to provide visitors with up-to-date Yorkshire Cancer Research literature, offering the marketing team feedback on the documents provided.
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Lead the team to ensure all working spaces including, meeting rooms and the kitchen area are well stocked and maintained.
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Conduct recruitment processes when required and provide thorough induction and training for new recruits, ensuring new team members are well integrated into their roles and team.
About You
To be considered for this role, you will need:
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Proven experience of working in a similar role at a similar level.
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Experience of leading, building and developing a team.
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Experience of creating, developing and streamlining operational and administrative processes and procedures.
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Proven experience of implementing systems and conducting training as necessary.
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Proven experience of monitoring budgets and tracking progress.
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Proven experience of delivering tangible process improvement.
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Experience of proactively working to advance skills through continued professional development relevant to the role and level.
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Experience of basic Health and Safety and Fire training in previous roles alongside an awareness of GDPR, Cyber Security and Safeguarding or can demonstrate awareness of the above. Good understanding of Data Protection principles and food safety
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Experience of working in the hospitality sector. In terms of budget management and good practice.
This is an onsite, hands on and demanding role, requiring someone who can remain calm under pressure and knows when to escalate issues.
Application
Before applying, please visit our Careers Page to view the full role profile and find out more about working for Yorkshire Cancer Research.
To apply please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Claire Wooldridge, Head of People, before 17 March 2026. Please read our privacy notice before applying.
Yorkshire Cancer Research is a responsible and flexible employer.We welcome any discussion for flexible working at the interview/offer stage where we will consider an individual’s circumstances against the needs of the charity.
We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. If we can make any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance
Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) exists so nobody in Scotland suffers or dies because medical help cannot get there in time. People can get sick or have accidents anywhere and anytime. But in Scotland there are places where urgent medical help cannot reach people. Or help gets there too late. And when lives are at risk every minute matters. As a charity we rely on donations from the Scottish public, companies and communities to ensure that urgent medical help gets to the patient when it is needed, wherever they are and at whatever time of day.
The Role
We are seeking a proactive and organised individual to join our team as Administration Manager. As Manager of a small team of administration assistants, you will play a crucial role in coordinating administrative support across our Perth and Aberdeen offices, ensuring the smooth running of the organisation by providing support across several of the charity’s functions including fundraising, finance, marketing and operations.
The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar office or administration management role, ideally within the charity sector. They will be proactive in building positive relationships across the charity and will be confident managing projects, budgets and external suppliers. They will have experience of using CRM systems in a fundraising context, be solutions-focused and have a strong commitment to our mission.
This role will be based from our headquarters at Perth Airport, and occasional travel to our Aberdeen base will be required. SCAA supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements—our current approach typically includes two office days per week for those working on a hybrid basis. The usual hours and days of work will be Monday to Friday, 9am—5pm.
About You
Essential
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Proven experience in administrative management or office management roles.
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Knowledge of how CRM systems operate.
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Strong understanding of data protection (GDPR), confidentiality and safeguarding requirements.
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Experience managing administrative systems, processes, and office infrastructure.
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Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, financial processes, and procurement.
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Experience supervising or line managing staff or volunteers.
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Familiarity with CRM databases, HR systems, and basic IT troubleshooting.
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Experience of working with external IT suppliers and managing contracts of this type.
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Excellent organisational and time management skills.
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Strong written and verbal communication.
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Ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines.
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High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
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Confident user of Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, Excel, Word).
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Strong problem-solving skills and initiative.
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Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.
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Effective decision making and ability to work independently.
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Adaptable.
Desirable
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Experience working in a charity, nonprofit, or values driven organisation.
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Experience of providing administrative support to a team of active and busy fundraisers.
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Knowledge of the requirements to deliver PCI compliance.
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Health & Safety knowledge, including risk assessments or trained Fire/First Aid certification.
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Experience developing or improving administrative systems.
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Experience managing suppliers and contracts.
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Experience of Donorflex.
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Project management experience or relevant certification.
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Advanced Excel or database skills.
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Ability to deliver training to staff or volunteers on processes or systems.
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Hard working and goal orientated.
Our Benefits
- Pension: 12% employer’s & 5% employee’s contribution (after 3 months’ service)
- Annual Leave: 36 days (incl. public holidays) + an extra day for your birthday (and additional days with long service)
- Death in Service benefit: 3 times annual salary
- Optional Private Medical Insurance plan and Cashplan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced Maternity/Adoption/Paternity Pay
- Access to Blue Light Card
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Hybrid Working (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
Selection Process
Interviews will take place at our base at Perth Airport in Scone during the week commencing the 30th March 2026.
How to apply
Please refer to the full job pack on our website.
Application deadline is 5pm on Monday 16th March 2026.
To ensure no one in Scotland dies because help cannot get there in time.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: MSSC, National Support Centre (NSC), 200B Lambeth Road, London, SE1 7JY (Hybrid Working)
Contract: Full time, permanent
Salary: £40,000 to £42,000 gross er annum, depending on experience
Closing Date: Monday 6 April 2026
Assessment Day: Monday 13 April 2026 at NSC
Are you looking for a new opportunity supporting volunteers to give their best?
The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is a vibrant and growing charity delivering life changing nautical adventure for young people through the Sea Cadets to give them the best possible head start in life. We also provide personal and professional development opportunities for seafarers with the Marine Society. Working with our staff, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a vision and five-year strategy to take us forward and further improve the astounding contribution already made through our work to the lives of thousands of young people and seafarers, while fully supporting our volunteers who are vital to our success.
We are seeking a Volunteer Support & Systems Manager to lead the development and maintenance of automated workflows used within the Volunteer Support Team.
The role is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the Volunteer Support function including overseeing the day-to-day administration of key volunteer processes. The postholder will also line manage the Volunteer Support Officers who act as the first point of contact to volunteers in assisting with these processes and wider administration.
About the role
The purpose of the Volunteer Support & Systems Manager is to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the Volunteer Support function by ensuring that automated workflows are well maintained and continuously improved. This includes the onboarding process for new volunteers, management of mandatory training requirements of existing volunteers and volunteer record management through processing promotions transfers and leavers. The role also provides effective line management to a team of Volunteer Support Officers, supporting them to deliver a high quality of administrative support to volunteers to assist them with these processes.
Responsibilities
- To oversee the efficient operation, maintenance and continuous improvement of all Volunteer Support automated workflows
- To develop clear and effective guidance, to help volunteers access and use the various Volunteer Support digital systems
- To line manage and support the Volunteer Support Team based at the MSSC Support Centre, empowering the team to deliver effective and consistent support to volunteers
- To functionally manage and support the Area Volunteer Support Team based across the 6 Area Offices, empowering them to deliver effective and consistent support to volunteers
- To manage the “Safer Recruitment” and adverse disclosure process for volunteers, in line with MSSC policy, ensuring that criminal records checks are dealt with in a timely and appropriate manner
- To work with the Head of Volunteering to review MSSC volunteering policies, monitoring their appropriateness and effectiveness, making recommendations for changes as necessary
- To support the Head of Volunteering with the successful implementation of MSSC’s volunteer strategy and other national tasks
- To work with Volunteer Support Officers to develop systems and processes for managing the Volunteer Support workload and monitoring delivery standards
- To work closely with other stakeholders, maintaining excellent working relationships across departments to ensure consistency and best practice for our volunteers.
Requirements
- Experience of leading the development and maintenance of digital volunteer management/ communication systems
- Experience of creating and maintaining complex automated workflows
- Experience of overseeing the administrative functions of a CRM system
- Experience of implementing, managing reviewing and refining administrative processes
- Experience of delivering a first-class service to clients or customers
- Experience developing processes which are targeted at both internal and external audiences
- Experience of managing or supervising a large team
- Experience of leading projects manging change with various stakeholders
Desirable
- Experience of managing or supervising a team based remotely
- Experience of using Microsoft Forms and Power Automate or similar systems
- Experience of managing an onboarding process, ideally of volunteers, with the understanding of the importance of safer recruitment
- A strong understanding of the voluntary and community sector, ideally within the youth sector
- Experience of working with volunteers and the knowledge of how to ensure they are supported
- Experience of empowering a team to deliver a first-class customer service
- Experience in managing challenging emails, calls and situations with volunteers professionally, using sound judgement and clear communication
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Benefits
- 25 days annual leave per annum, increasing with length of service
- Hybrid working for many roles
- Volunteering Leave
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Private medical insurance
- Generous pension (employer contribution up to 10%)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to the Marine Society Digital Library
- Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling
- Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential.
Additional Information
MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer.
We recognise our responsibilities to safeguard and protect the young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We do all we can to promote their health, safety and wellbeing, and we expect our staff to share this commitment and work in line with safeguarding policy, the MSSC’s values and ethos of inclusivity. We adhere to safer recruitment practices and therefore employment is subject to detailed pre-employment checks for successful candidates, including references and criminal disclosure checks and the completion of a disclosure questionnaire.
All successful applicants are required to attend safeguarding training and undergo pre-employment checks including a criminal record check.
We help launch young people for life through adventure.


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