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About The Social Change Nest

At the Social Change Nest (SCN), we’re radically transforming the funding landscape and strengthening civil society. We remove the financial and administrative barriers – like bank accounts and legal structures – that often prevent communities, grassroots groups and informal movements from accessing funding and focusing on their core mission. We also work closely with funders, providing Grant Distribution and Fund Management services, enabling them to support social action with confidence and transparency. 

We currently support over 600 groups across the UK and abroad addressing issues such as social injustice, climate, housing, wellbeing and animal rights. We are at the forefront of Fiscal Hosting in the UK and, since our inception in 2020, we have supported groups in securing over £37m in funding, helping them take advantage of opportunities that may have otherwise been unavailable.

The Social Change Nest is part of The Social Change Group. We are a Disability Confident Employer, and an accredited Living Wage Employer. In addition, we were listed as one of the top social enterprises in the UK in the SE100 for the last three years.

We work with all types of social movements and community groups, from climate to housing, wellbeing and animal rights. Read more about this here. 

How we work

You’ll be joining a close-knit team, supported and developed to be the best you can be. We believe that every member of our team brings a unique perspective from their experiences and abilities and we encourage everyone to be a curious soul about how we can improve everything we do, from how we interact as a team to how we deliver for our clients and communities. 

Underpinned by our values of collaboration, curiosity, courage, and creativity, we work closely and with care with our partners because we believe relationships are the glue that hold us all together. 

We’re a growing business and operate at pace to keep up with the challenges that the sector faces. We have established a lot, but as we grow, we’re still working some things out. The right person will thrive in this environment and feel a level of ownership to support the build out of things we need as we need them. 

The ideal person will enjoy working towards building something new and exciting for our clients, and be able to thrive when things change quickly which you need to adapt to. You’ll be the type of person that will intuitively look at the entire system and how your role and function fit into it, always looking to collaborate and make sure there’s great communication across each part of the business.

About You

We are looking for a HR Manager to lead on external HR services delivered through The Social Change Hive (SCH). The Social Change Hive is an ethical payroll management service for people and organisations working towards social change. This role ensures that Hive clients receive expert HR guidance, compliant processes, and a positive employee experience.

Internally, The Social Change Nest’s day-to-day HR administration will sit with the Operations Manager – People & Systems. The HR Manager will collaborate with the Operations Manager to ensure alignment and provide specialised HR expertise where needed but will primarily focus on client-facing HR expertise.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as an HR Manager or similar role, 
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR compliance.
• Experience with employment services is a strong advantage.
• CIPD qualification level 3 is essential.
• Experience of working within a team, with excellent communication skills
• Experience of managing HR platforms is desirable 
• Exceptional organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work with diverse social organisations, activists and changemakers
• Enjoys working in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrable experience of project management 
• Exceptional attention to detail 
• Strong and creative problem-solving skills
• Process-oriented
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience with stakeholder management
• Confident with numbers and finances

We will give you full training on our internal systems and processes and other methodologies that will be relevant to your role. 

Key responsibilities

Client HR Support & Advisory (50%)

• Provide expert HR advice and support to Hive clients, ensuring compliance with UK employment law.
• Act as the main point of contact for client employee relations (e.g. disciplinary, grievances, contract changes, leave entitlements).
• Support Hive clients with recruitment and induction processes, ensuring accessible, values-led practices.
• Deliver HR compliance checks for Hive clients, including contracts, policies, and processes.
• Advise clients on best practice for wellbeing, inclusion, and trauma-informed HR.

Compliance & Risk (20%)

• Ensure Hive services remain compliant with UK employment law and statutory requirements.
• Monitor changes in employment law and update Hive policies, templates, and processes accordingly.
• Oversee HR risk management for client organisations, escalating high-risk issues to Head of Operations.

Client HR Systems & Processes (15%)

• Manage Hive’s HR platforms (e.g. BrightHR) for client employees.
• Ensure accurate employee records and reporting for Hive client staff.
• Maintain and update client-facing HR resources and guidance.

Payroll & Benefits (10%)

• Support Hive’s payroll function by advising on client HR inputs (contracts, salary sacrifice schemes, benefits).
• Liaise with SCN Finance and external providers to resolve client payroll queries.

Internal support to Operations Manager (5%)

• Support Operations Manager with escalated HR queries and employee relations management

Terms and benefits

Terms: The role will be 30 hours/week. We will consider well-structured JobShare applications. As we often work with volunteers, occasional evening and weekend work will be required and compensated through TOIL. Occasional UK travel will be required (by arrangement).

We are open to exploring flexible working arrangements and supporting you to meet commitments you may have.

Salary: £31,416 (pro rata, 30 hours a week)

Contract duration: This is a permanent contract. 

Location: You must be based inside the UK. We have an office in Farringdon, London which London-based staff are in 2-3 times a week. We do have some staff working remotely but due to the responsibilities of the role, we would prefer the Head of Operations to be London-based.

We hold quarterly all-staff strategy meetings and annual away days which you will be required to attend in person and for which we will cover the cost of your travel. You will be required to come together with the team occasionally and these travel costs will not be covered, we try our best to keep these to when only necessary. 

Language skills & visa status: Candidates must be fluent in English. You must have the right to work in the UK independently, as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.

Holiday:  28 days plus bank holidays

Employer pension contribution: We offer a 3% employer pension contribution, that you will be auto enrolled into after 3 months of employment with SCN.

Additional Paid Time Off: We offer 2 days of paid voluntary time off, encouraging all staff to serve as trustees or any equivalent voluntary positions to contribute to their communities 

Mintago: The health and wellbeing of our staff is very important to us. We offer all of our staff access to Mintago which offers a 24 hour support line, structured counselling with external support, and a bank of online resources such as webinars and articles tailored towards health and wellbeing for both you and the members of your family, and access to some types of legal advice. You can see their website for details. They also offer access to a 24hr virtual GP. 

Financial Wellbeing: The financial wellbeing of our staff means a lot to us. We offer the following to our staff to help them reach their financial goals:

• Salary sacrifice/exchange schemes for groceries, childcare and pensions, which provide staff with savings on National Insurance contributions, and tax where applicable. 
• Financial wellbeing platform allows staff to check their pension dashboard, plan for retirement and search for forgotten/lost pensions. There is also a smart saver plan and we provide access to financial advisers for free.
• Benefits app – retail discounts. Select from over 80 brands.

Start Date: January 2026, or sooner depending on availability

How to apply

To apply please fill out this application form, following the instructions on the first page.

IMPORTANT: You will need to sign in with a Google account in order to access the form. This is required to enable you to attach a CV to your form submission.

We recognise that AI tools are becoming increasingly prevalent in various aspects of professional life, including the job application process, view our AI use guidance for some points to consider.

Hiring process

We strongly encourage applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds. We are committed to our staff representing the wide variety of backgrounds represented in the communities we work with. If you are concerned that you may not fit 100% of the job specification – please throw your hat in the ring. We never put formal education requirements on any role as we value lived experiences as highly as formal education and training qualifications. 

We follow a blind recruitment process, which means that hiring managers for the role can only see your work history and cover note when deciding to progress to the interview stage. 

If you need any accessibility accommodations for this application please do not hesitate to contact us via the details on our website.

Please visit our main vacancies page for our equal opportunities statement. 

Salary: Circa £80,000 + wellbeing cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: EdCity, 1 EdCity Walk, EdCity, London, W12 7TF (hybrid working - office-based three days per week)

Lead the next chapter of commercial innovation at Lift Schools

Lift Schools is embarking on a major new chapter, expanding our commercial activity to generate sustainable income that fuels our mission. We’re searching for an entrepreneurial and strategic Head of Commercial Ventures to build and lead our first commercial strategy, growing innovative ventures that balance financial sustainability with social impact.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering Lift Schools’ commercial enterprise strategy. This is a unique opportunity to design, launch and scale commercial initiatives that will directly support our ambition: an excellent education for every child, in every classroom, every day.

About the role

As Head of Commercial Ventures, you will:

• Develop and deliver Lift’s first commercial enterprise strategy, aligned to our educational mission
• Grow and optimise existing ventures such as estate lettings and apprenticeship provision
• Identify and build new market opportunities — products, services and partnerships across the education and wider sector
• Lead development of business models, pricing strategies, go-to-market plans and commercial governance frameworks
• Establish systems, processes and performance metrics to ensure all commercial ventures are sustainable, ethical, and aligned with our educational purpose

You’ll work closely with senior leaders, schools and operational teams to turn ideas into scalable revenue streams, balancing innovation with integrity.

You’ll be someone who:

• Brings a strong track record in commercial business development, product design or venture growth
• Has taken a commercial idea from concept to delivery and scaled it successfully
• Combines strategic acumen with hands-on delivery and entrepreneurial drive
• Understands commercial governance, risk, and compliance in charitable or educational settings
• Understands how to generate revenue in purpose-led contexts such as education, consultancy or social enterprise, ensuring all ventures reflect Lift Schools’ values
• Builds credibility quickly and collaborates confidently with senior stakeholders
• Be a confident and collaborative leader, comfortable influencing senior stakeholders, including Trustees, school leaders and partners, and inspiring cross-functional teams to deliver new initiatives

You are commercially astute, creative, resilient and motivated by impact, someone who sees opportunity where others see limitation.

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

Our mission:

• We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
• With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives.
• We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.

How we support you

At Lift Schools, we believe talent drives performance. We offer you:

• Comprehensive training: We offer bespoke training to help you hone your skills and progress your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle savings: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

Ready to apply? Get in touch here. We can’t wait to hear from you.

The role is due to commence as soon as possible. 

Closing date: 19th November 2025, 5pm
Interview date: 3rd December 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE 

The Office Manager will be a key member of the Helen Bamber Foundation Group. This is a broad role working with a wide range of staff and contacts within and outside the group. The postholder will be responsible for coordinating and ensuring that our office space and facilities are maintained in a safe, clean, and secure environment. They will have overall ownership of the office with regards to the day to day running and ensuring health and safety compliance, and with the support of their team. They will ensure our staff and clients are able to enjoy a safe and comfortable environment. They will be the main point of contact for I.T, Facilities and clients services across the group.

They will act as Site Safety Officer for the premises ensuring compliance with Health and Safety Procedures, as directed by the CEO.

The Office Manager will manage the Client Services Team including volunteers. This role will also oversee freelance interpreters working with Helen Bamber Foundation Group.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Facility Management: 

· Act as site manager ensuring that the office is in a state of operational readiness. This will include procuring and organising premises maintenance , cleaning services, communication systems and other support services as required to meet local needs.

· Responsible for local premises security and liaison with fire and police services and local alarm providers

· Managing local contractors, landlords, suppliers, and other agencies as necessary; identifying improvements and ensuring best value in procurement.

· Working effectively with the landlord’s facilities team in relation to building related issues and for any building repair and maintenance issues.

· Ensure that office equipment is operating effectively and efficiently and maintain a sufficient level of office furniture, resources, supplies and stationery

· Oversee and manage the documentation of minor repairs, renovations and decorations.

· Ensure core facilities like water and heating are maintained.

· Manage, monitor, and maintain the room bookings system for all users at the office.

Office Management and IT:

· Supervise and approve contracts and providers for services such as consumables, minor office renovations and cleaning.

· Lead in the procurement and ordering of office equipment and stationery, office and IT equipment and consumables in the most cost-effective manner.

· Track staff issues and requests about the building, office facilities, fixtures, and fittings, and ensure they are responded to in a timely manner.

· Act as a main point of contact for our outsourced IT support services supplier, providing onsite support for IT upgrades and installation of hardware and software

· Assist staff and volunteers across the group with local IT needs including set up for meetings and local diagnostics of minor IT issues

· Manage local IT assets and ensure the allocation or devices for new starters across the group and partnerships

· Conduct annual review in liaison with IT Support Service provider of the health of devices and carry out any necessary action as a result.

· Create, develop and maintain appropriate office administrative and business support systems, in conjunction with other teams to ensure consistency of systems and procedures across the service

· Financial Management:

· . Oversee the processes of petty cash payments, staff and client expense claims, invoices and other project related expenses

· Working with Finance to ensure accurate financial records are kept and compliance is achieved

· Work with the Finance team to ensure that invoices related to office and facility management are processed.

· Managing the group’s budgets for items such as stationery, refreshments, equipment, cleaning, and maintenance

· Managing monthly collation and processing of timesheets and associated paperwork for all freelance interpreters used by the Helen Bamber Foundation team, including interpreters’ timesheets and agencies invoices

· With the Finance team, organise weekly trips to the bank to get cash for client expenses for the Group, on occasion collecting the cash from the bank personally.

Health and Safety & Security: 

· Ensure compliance with Health and Safety procedures, in liaison with the Director of People and the CEO

· Act as Site Safety Officer (SSO) for the group, ensuring the office complies with all relevant health and safety and fire safety regulations and standards. 

· Oversee the health and safety responsibilities within the office premises, staying updated on changes in health and safety legislation.

· Review and maintain documentation of risk assessments, health and safety checks and fire evacuation plans.

· Ensure the office has on site first aid provision, designated trained first aiders and fire warden/s

· Organise the delivery of relevant H&S training such as first aid and fire marshal training

· Undertake weekly, monthly and annual checks and tests of office facilities including fire alarm sounder and panic alarm checks.

· Ensure staff across the group receive sufficient H&S inductions including the completion of relevant forms and documentations

· Ensuring all equipment and furniture is compliant with Health and Safety regulations at the office

· Ensure all employees are aware of all relevant health and safety office procedures.

· Ensure the office is kept clean, tidy, and free from hazards and maintain safe working conditions for all employees and clients. 

· Manage Eyecare Vouchers Procedure in line with the DSE regulations

· Manage the group’s annual Winter Flu Vaccination Programme

· Act as one of several office KeyHolders by being responsible for locking up the office two (no less than two times a week) when the office closes at 6pm.

· With the CEO, act as an emergency contact for any emergency security / building related issues out of hours.

Line Management and other:

• Have line management responsibility for a Client Services Team.

• Support the delivery of events in the building as and when necessary.

• Oversee the access and booking of our Group meeting room by others in the sector.

• Support the wider team in ensuring staff working in our partnership programmes have sufficient resources and that their sites are safe and secure for them to work.

• Carry out any other duties as required, consistent with the post and level.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

• Understanding of, and commitment to, the values and mission of the Helen Bamber Foundation Group.
• Understanding of the key issues facing asylum seekers and refugees in the UK

· Good interpersonal communication skills and the ability to create a welcoming and hospitable office environment for clients and staff.

· Premises management and office maintenance, to be able to identify problems and troubleshoot as required

• Excellent administration skills, detail orientated and systematic, with the ability to prioritise competing demands

· Demonstrate ability to exercise initiative and judgement to take decisions without supervision

· Understanding of Health and Safety policy and procedures and other relevant Health and Safety issues including an understanding of the Equality Act and its relevance for facilities and premises management

• Ability to problem solve and work well with others
• Experience of handling and managing confidential data

· Excellent IT skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and database packages

· Liaising, developing, and maintaining relationships with a wide range of people and stakeholders

· Financial management, including monitoring and managing budgets, reporting and petty cash controls

· Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment

· Commitment to and understanding of equal opportunities and its application in practice

Desirable

· Experience of working in a setting which provides a service to vulnerable individuals

· Understanding of safeguarding in a vulnerable client group

· Experience in line managing staff

· Experience with procurement processes

· Knowledge of a range of project management tools

APPLICATION PROCESS

The first stage is to complete on our online application form on our website by 10am on Thursday 4th December 2025.

The website form will ask you to:

1. Upload a short covering letter. Please tell us why the position appeals to you, and how your

relevant skills and experience, including any voluntary experience and lived experience, matches the listed responsibilities and person specification. Please also state in your covering letter when you would be available to start the role.

2. Upload your current CV

3. Complete an online Equal Opportunities monitoring form – completion of this form will help us ensure that our recruitment procedures operate in such a way as to provide genuine equality of opportunity. The questions are entirely optional and this information will not be available to members of the selection panel.

SELECTION PROCESS

We will invite candidates to an initial 15-minute online screening meeting on either Wednesday 10th December or Thursday 11th December 2025 followed by shortlisted candidates attending in-person interview on Tuesday 16th December. We will also ask you to complete a short exercise on the day.

At Helen Bamber Foundation Group we want to be transparent about what kind of qualities we are looking for and build trust from the very beginning of your journey with us. The first step is your interview, and we mean ‘your’ interview so we will provide you with your interview questions ahead of the interview. This will allow you time to prepare, and ensure you have your best examples in mind.

ELIGIBILITY

Please note that the successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK (as a small charity we do not have the capacity to sponsor work visas).

Successful candidates will also be subject to a DBS check. If appointed, you will also be required to give your consent to the charity to receive regular updates on your criminal records status throughout your employment and to disclose any relevant convictions incurred during your time with us.

ADJUSTMENTS

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. If you require a different format of the application form, such as large print or Word format, or if you would like to discuss any specific requirements, please get in touch with us.

EXPERTS BY EXPERIENCE SUPPORT

We are also proud to be a member of the Experts by Experience Employment Network,which aims to increase representation of people with lived experience in the charitable sector.

If you are an expert by experience, you can ask for an independent and confidential support for your job application from the Experts by Experience Employment Network.

About the Role​​

Based in the UK, this role will play a central role in managing and supporting the recruitment and onboarding of multiple project delivery roles across various countries, while also offering HR support to an ambitious FCDO-funded global safeguarding programme. The postholder will oversee the full recruitment lifecycle for direct hires, from job posting and candidate screening to interview coordination and onboarding, while also supporting partner organisations by coordinating their HR processes with the programme central team.​

This is a full-time, 18-month fixed-term contract with the potential for extension. As an organisation, we support flexible working arrangements, which can be discussed at the interview stage.​​

Main responsibilities​​

Recruitment Coordination & Delivery:

• Manage all direct recruitment using SDDirect's recruitment procedures and tools, coordinating the full recruitment lifecycle including job posting, screening, interview scheduling, reference checks, and onboarding administration.

• Act as the central communication point between internal teams and partners, ensuring timely flow of accurate information between hiring managers, partner HR, and recruitment leads.

• Maintain organised records in compliance with GDPR and internal protocols, ensuring all documentation and candidate tracking is up to date.​

Human Resources:

•Provide first-line HR advice to staff and managers, escalating complex issues to the central HR team.

•Provide support in troubleshooting issues related to Kimble usage and financial reporting, offering practical solutions and coordination with relevant teams.

•Oversee the annual performance management cycle and due diligence refresh for consultants.

•Conduct onboarding and exit interviews, and support continuous improvement of HR systems.

•Promote inclusive, survivor-centred HR practices and support learning and development initiatives.​

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in recruitment coordination and/or HR roles, ideally within international development or humanitarian programmes.

• Proven experience managing multi-country recruitment processes, including coordination with partner organisations and remote teams.

•Proficiency in using recruitment platforms (e.g. LinkedIn, Devex, ReliefWeb) and applicant tracking systems (ATS). 

•Excellent project management and diary coordination skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities across time zones. 

 ​​Please click​​ here ​​for a full description of the role's responsibilities, duties, and person specification.

​How to Apply​

​If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, please refer to the Person Specification and submit your tailored CV. The deadline for applying is Sunday, 30th November 2025. Due to the high volume of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.

​Please note that the selected candidate must have the right to work in the UK.

Our Selection Process​

Social Development Direct’s organisational vision is a just and equal world founded on gender equality and social inclusion. Our mission is to provide excellence in social development to support policies, laws, social norms and institutions that advance social, economic and political justice for all. We are committed to creating a safe, diverse, and inclusive workplace and welcome people from underrepresented groups to apply.

The selection process for this recruitment process will include one competency-based interview the hiring teams virtually via Microsoft Teams expected to take place across Monday 22nd and Tuesday, 23rd December, 2025.​For those who are invited to interview, we may process information about whether or not applicants have a disability or impairment so we can make adjustments during the recruitment process and implement the Disability Confident scheme.

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Financial Controller
£52,744 pa plus excellent benefits
London WC1 and home-based - hybrid with expectation to work at London office 40% of the time
35 hours per week, full-time
Permanent contract

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) is seeking an experienced and strategic Financial Controller to oversee the financial management, control and compliance functions of the College.

This is a pivotal leadership role within the Finance team, supporting the College’s mission to improve child health by ensuring strong financial governance, sound reporting, and long-term sustainability. Working closely with the Associate Director of Finance and senior leaders across the organisation, you will take responsibility for the accuracy, integrity and efficiency of all financial operations and reporting processes.

As Financial Controller, you will lead a team of six, overseeing financial control, statutory reporting, payroll, and compliance. You will ensure that robust internal controls are in place, and manage relationships with auditors, banks and investment partners.

This role will suit a qualified accountant with substantial experience in financial management and a collaborative leadership style.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the delivery of accurate and timely month-end and year-end processes, including group consolidations and statutory accounts
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant accounting standards, tax, audit and charity regulations (including SORP)
• Managing internal and external audit processes and acting as primary contact for auditors
• Overseeing payroll, accounts payable and receivable, cash management and treasury functions
• Maintaining and improving financial systems, processes, and internal controls
• Leading, developing and mentoring a team of finance professionals to achieve operational excellence
• Working closely with colleagues across the College to provide financial insight and analysis to support strategic decision-making
• Supporting the budgeting and forecasting cycle and contributing to strategic projects and funding initiatives

Essential skills and experience:

• Degree in finance, accounting or related field, and full professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Minimum of 5–7 years’ experience in financial management, ideally within the nonprofit or public sector
• Proven track record of leading statutory reporting and year-end audit processes, including production of group consolidated accounts
• Experience managing financial operations in a complex organisation, preferably in the charity or healthcare sector
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Advanced Excel and strong working knowledge of financial systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to manage and motivate a high-performing team

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your finance career in a supportive and high-performing team.

The RCPCH has more than 25,000 members and fellows and employs around 200 staff, most of whom work in our London office in Holborn. We have a Devolved Nations team operating from Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Our College values: Include, Influence, Innovate and Inspire, are important to us. These values ensure we bring out the best in each other, strive forward together to make the College a positive and dynamic place to work. 

The RCPCH champions Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Our workplace is inclusive, offering a supportive environment where staff can thrive. The College is keen to accept applications from people with protected characteristics. We believe that our staff should represent all of the diverse communities we serve. Join us to help realise our vision of a world where every child is healthy and well.

The College operates a flexible and modern working policy, whereby our colleagues work in the office for a minimum of 40% over a 4 week cycle and the remainder from home.

The RCPCH is committed to safeguarding the children, young people and adults it has contact with in the exercise of its functions and responsibilities. The RCPCH expects all staff to share this commitment – we place a high priority on ensuring only those who do so are recruited to work for us. 

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records. 

Closing date: 17 November 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible

We are seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead one of London’s most vital community organisations into its next chapter. Based in North Kensington, the Dalgarno Trust is a lifeline for many of its 6000+ local residents living in one of the most underserved and diverse areas within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. As the only community centre in the neighbourhood, it tackles long standing community needs, from health inequalities to digital exclusion, vibrant youth programmes, a busy weekly foodbank, and inclusive wellbeing initiatives. The CEO will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of this anchor institution, driving strategic growth while remaining deeply connected to the needs and lived experiences of the community.

This is an opportunity to lead a charity where you not only have direct visibility of the impact, you will also have multiple opportunities to be involved with making a real change to the lives of others. The CEO will be responsible for steering the organisation’s strategic direction, building sustainable income streams, and strengthening partnerships across the public, private, and voluntary sectors. With oversight of a dynamic workforce, including full-time, part-time, sessional staff, and volunteers, the CEO will ensure high quality service delivery, encourage innovation, and foster a resilient, inclusive culture. As the public face of the Dalgarno Trust, they will represent the charity in borough-wide forums, advocate for policy change, and amplify the voices of all its beneficiaries.

Dalgarno Trust is committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the community it serves and developing a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and can thrive. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. We actively encourage individuals who have a passion for equity and a strong ability to oversee and manage the multiple elements of a thriving and busy community centre where one day is never the same as the next.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

• Work with the Board of Trustees to set and deliver the charity’s vision, mission, and strategic priorities.
• Provide clear, evidence-based advice and recommendations to the Board, ensuring effective governance and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Position the charity as a recognised leader in tackling inequality and poverty in the borough, particularly the North Kensington area.
• Maintain financial oversight taking a strategic approach to managing Dalgarno Trust’s finances in a sustainable way – ensuring adequate reserves are maintained.
• Ensure effective short, medium, and long-term financial planning is in place throughout the different levels of the organisation. Provide effective scrutiny by working with Dalgarno Trust’s accountants and finance personnel.

Income Generation & Fundraising

• Lead a sustainable income generation strategy, including accessing trust and foundation fundraising, corporate sponsorships, statutory grants, and social enterprise opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with funders and donors to maximise opportunities for growth and diversification of income.
• Ensure effective financial management, monitoring, and reporting of a c.£750k annual budget.

Partnerships & Place-Leadership

• Develop and maintain partnerships with voluntary, public, and private sector organisations to aid joint delivery of services.
• Represent the Dalgarno Trust in local strategic forums, influencing public policy and service design to reflect community needs.
• Strengthen the charity’s role as an anchor organisation and hub for community activity and leadership.

Please see the job description attachment for further responsibilities. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the CEO about Dalgarno Trust and the role, please get in touch with Esma Dukali via email refer to JD PDF for contact details.

COO (International Development Charity)

£120-£140K per annum. Hybrid in London

The Organisation

Our client is a high-profile charitable organisation with a global reputation for driving social change through creativity and collaboration. With a mission to tackle poverty and injustice, the charity partners with communities, policy makers, and cultural leaders to deliver sustainable impact. As it evolves to meet the demands of a changing world, the organisation is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to help strengthen internal operations, scale delivery, and embed values of equity, transparency, and innovation across its work.

The Role

This is a key appointment to the Executive Leadership Team. The COO will be responsible for leading the charity’s internal operations, ensuring that people, processes, and systems are aligned with the organisation’s strategy and purpose. The role oversees key functions including Finance, Legal & Assurance, Technology and Data, People & Culture, and Governance. Working closely with the CEO, the COO will help drive organisational effectiveness, financial sustainability, and operational resilience.

Key responsibilities include strategic planning, operational leadership, board relations, risk and compliance, digital transformation, and culture development. The role will also lead on governance frameworks, internal controls, and business continuity. The organisation is developing its five year strategy and the role will be vital in creating tactical plans to assist with the delivery enabling the charity to have robust processes and enable growth.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be an experienced senior leader with a strong track record in operational leadership in the non-profit or social impact sector. You will bring a deep understanding of charity governance, finance, and compliance, alongside experience of managing cross-functional teams across HR, Legal, Finance, and Technology.

You will be values-led, collaborative, and comfortable working at pace in a mission-driven environment. Strong communication skills, strategic vision, and the ability to deliver cultural change and innovation will be essential. Professional accountancy qualifications or equivalent experience overseeing finance functions are expected.

Application Process

Please apply imediately using the link provided. For a confidential discussion, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the legal charity ATLEU (Anti Trafficking and Labour Exploitation Unit), in a vital operational leadership role.  This is a role for someone with extensive operational management experience, ideally within the charity, non-profit sector and in human rights work. You will be a strategic thinker with excellent organisational skills and able to manage multiple priorities effectively. You will bring your skills and experience to a dedicated team that punches well above its weight and is passionate about transforming individual lives and bringing about long term change. 

The Head of Operations will provide leadership in all operational matters, supporting the organisation's mission and long-term objectives, supporting ATLEU’s growth, resilience, and sustainability as well as building a flexible and supportive environment that enables the ATLEU team to do the challenging work that they do.

This role is line managed by and works closely with the Chief Executive. You will be a member of ATLEU’s Senior Management team and work closely with and supervise the work of the People & Inclusion Manager (recently started in post), the Operations & Projects Coordinator and the Billing Coordinator. The Operations team is a small team that works collaboratively to ensure all areas are covered at all times. As such, you will be willing to chip in and take on tasks of other team members if urgent matters arise or when providing holiday cover. 

We are looking for a positive, detail-oriented, creative thinker and problem solver who will build on our reputation for innovation and excellence. You will have a track record of achievement in this field and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with strong financial and business acumen. You will have experience of and confidence in overseeing a wide remit of cross cutting functions including finance, human resources, office management, information technology and governance and compliance. This role will suit someone who enjoys working with people, is comfortable with autonomy and who thrives in a role where no two days are the same.

About ATLEU

Our vision is a just world where no one is enslaved or exploited. 

Our mission is to secure safety, rights and justice for survivors of human trafficking by using and challenging the law.

Our strategic priorities are: 

1. To provide a model of high quality holistic legal support to survivors of human trafficking and exploitation
2. To tackle systemic injustice through strategic litigation and pursuing policy change
3. To build survivor leadership and influence within ATLEU and across the sector
4. To strengthen the capacity of advice, frontline and community organisations to meet the needs of survivors
5. To invest in and support our people to ensure we are effective and sustainable

Our values are integral to who we are, what we do and how we do it.

• There is always another way

We are persistent, resourceful and creative in our approach.  We do the hard work to make justice accessible.  We don’t give up in the fight for fairness and freedom.

• We make the time. We listen. We hear

We take the time to really listen to our clients and colleagues. We want to restore autonomy and agency from where it was stolen.  We give advice, not tell you what to do. If you fight, we fight.  Our clients’ needs come first.

• Knowledge is for sharing.

We lead the way in our knowledge and expertise of reforming the law. The strength of our team comes from our willingness to collaborate and share.  We put our work before pride and always ask for help. Power of our knowledge comes through sharing it with others to secure justice and reform the law. 

Employment Information
 

Job Title:Head of Operations

Job Term:Permanent

Hours:Full time / part-time (minimum of 28 hours up to 35 hours per week). Flexible working options available

Salary:£47,000 to £52,000 p.a. pro rata (depending on experience)

Pension:7% employer pension contribution

Leave:33 days pro rata (including public holidays) pro rata with an additional 1 day per year up to a maximum of 38 days (including public holidays) pro rata

Reports to:  CEO

Line Management: Up to 5 staff members

Probation:6 month probation period

Location:Central London, near London Bridge and with occasional travel to Sheffield 

Objectives of the post

To lead and ensure the smooth operational running of ATLEU, with particular focus on finance, people, information technology and governance and compliance. 

To manage ATLEU’s team of operations staff including human resources, operations and projects,  finance and external bookkeepers. 

To work closely with the Chief Executive to develop systems for implementing and monitoring ATLEU’s strategic plan. 

Main Responsibilities

1. Leadership and Strategy

• Participate in strategic and business planning processes and play a leading role, working with the CEO and trustees to develop the strategic plan, ensuring all team members understand it and their role in it. 
• Serve as a key member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) contributing to the strategic direction and day to day management of the organisation. 
• Develop and lead monitoring and evaluation processes for all activities associated with our strategy, including setting and reviewing annual business plan priorities and targets, communicating progress and highlighting potential areas for development and increased focus. Be a champion for embedding learning into the culture of the organisation and collaborate with consultants and staff to ensure there are effective monitoring learning and evaluation frameworks in place across ATLEU’s projects and services. 
• Lead and manage ATLEU’s operations staff, including ATLEU’s Operations and Projects Coordinator, People and Inclusion Manager and Billing Coordinator. 
• Lead the development and maintenance of organisational policies, procedures, and systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• To work closely with the Director of Saltworks to support the operational running of ATLEU’s  trading subsidiary Saltworks, through developing the financial and operational infrastructure and management of the organisation.

2. Finance 

• Lead ATLEU’s financial planning, management and reporting processes. 
• Direct, manage and document ATLEU’s financial policies, systems and controls, ensuring that financial systems are effective and up to date. 
• Scrutinise monthly financial data and produce financial reports for the CEO and trustees, including quarterly cashflows
• Prepare ATLEU’s annual operating budgets and financial reports for funders and oversee project budgets. 
• Ensure the year-end financial accounts and audit process is completed satisfactorily and delivered on time, ensuring all financial data and other data needed is provided.
• Ensure that accurate records and accounts of monies claimed are held on all cases  and liaise with the Head of Legal Practice to ensure compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Oversee ATLEU’s bookkeeping and legal aid billing and reporting and ensure all monies, including grant monies and training invoices are claimed and paid promptly. 
• Maintain oversight of bookkeepers and auditors, taking responsibility for managing relationships with them
• Manage ATLEU’s banking arrangements, ensuring that they are effective, secure and fit for purpose.

3. Office and Operations

• Work with the Senior Management and Operations teams to ensure that all colleagues have the operational support needed to do their jobs effectively; 
• Liaise with building management for both offices, manage any rent negotiations and any future office moves 

• Lead on the annual insurance renewal process, provide the required data and lead discussions with brokers to ensure good value for money on all policies;
• Support the Operations and Projects Coordinator to ensure that both ATLEU offices provide a safe and welcoming environment for ATLEU staff, clients and other visitors and that they comply with all appropriate legislation and regulations;
• Work with the Operations & Project Coordinator to maintain the Office Manual and associated policies and ensure that they are up to date and reviewed as appropriate and monitor compliance with those policies. 
• Oversee day-to-day operations including premises, equipment, IT systems, ordering supplies, procurement and workflow and archive management and ensure that processes are in place to restore functionality as required. 
• To ensure the most effective use of resources and identify areas for cost reduction or cost avoidance along with process and functional improvement, including developing ATLEU’s IT infrastructure to reduce reliance on paper files. 

4. Human Resources

• The Head of Operations plays a pivotal role in mentoring and supporting the People and Inclusion Manager across all HR-related matters, including staff wellbeing and EDI activities. 
• In the absence of the People & Inclusion Manager or when facing conflicting deadlines, the Head of Operations is expected to actively participate in all HR tasks.
• Support the People & Inclusion Manager with day-to-day HR tasks, processes and systems, responding to queries and problem solving when needed;
• Provide guidance to the Senior Management Team with regular updates on HR related issues as needed;
• Support the People and Inclusion Manager to review, develop and roll out HR policies and provide training to staff where required, ensuring they are legislatively sound, fit with our values and align with our strategic goals. 
• Oversee the coordination of the organisation’s volunteer programme, and explore ways to maximise the value both ATLEU and volunteers gain from the programme. 
• Model positive, fair and open people leadership and support other managers in their supervisory capacity.

5. Governance and Compliance 

• Work with the Chief Executive to continue to strengthen the governance of the charity, ensuring that all aspects of governance adhere to best practices and meet regulatory requirements.

• Ensure that ATLEU complies with the requirements of all relevant regulatory bodies including the Charity Commission and Companies House and ensuring ATLEU is compliant with all compliance relevant to a not for profit legal firm e.g the Legal Aid Agency, Solicitor’s Regulation Authority, Specialist Quality Mark, Immigration Advice Authority and CILEX.

• Manage the Board, AGM and committee meeting calendar, ensuring well-structured agendas and facilitating effective decision-making processes with clear records of these meetings and management of actions arising.
• Develop and implement governance policies and procedures that align with regulatory requirements and organisational needs.
• Ensure the SMT, Board and other parts of the governance receives comprehensive, timely, and accurate information to support informed decision-making.
• Stay abreast of relevant legislation and governance best practices, implementing changes as necessary. 
• Develop and maintain effective systems and frameworks for compliance, risk management, and operational efficiency.

6. Information Technology / Data Protection and Cyber Security

• Support the Operations and Projects Coordinator in ensuring IT systems function appropriately and securely and new systems are developed to improve efficiencies for caseworkers and for audit and research. 
• Work with the Head of Legal Practice and Operations and Projects Coordinator on the continued development of and improvements to our legal aid case management system.
• Ensure ATLEU has robust IT and cyber security policies and procedures in place, and oversee their implementation across the organisation.
• Develop and maintain the organisation’s IT and business continuity plan and update it annually.
• Oversee ATLEU’s day-to-day relationships with external IT support, ensuring IT systems function effectively and providing or facilitating staff support;
• Collaborate with external IT support on projects to enhance and modernise ATLEU’s systems, ensuring they remain up-to-date and secure;

• Take overall responsibility for the data protection obligations of the organisation. Oversee the implementation of up-to-date and compliant data protection policies including data retention and destruction, home and remote working, emails and the internet, and ensure that sensitive and financial information is securely stored and confidentiality and privacy is maintained. 
• Keep abreast of changes and updates to Data Protection legislation and ensure that staff receive regular training on Data Protection and Cyber Security.

7. Other

• Lead by example demonstrating ATLEU’s values, taking a business partner, proactive approach to working across the organisation.
• To support and adhere to ATLEU’s equal opportunities policy and to always act in an ethical manner that upholds the good reputation of ATLEU.
• To travel to ATLEU’s Sheffield offices as required. 
• From time to time to attend other meetings, including out of hours, when necessary.
• To undertake additional duties as may become necessary.
  
   

Please refer to the attachment below for further information and the full person specification.

 

How to Apply

To apply, please provide a copy of your CV, a covering letter, and an Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form via CharityJobs. The deadline for applications is at 23:00 on Sunday 30 November 2025. Applications received after this time will not be considered. 

Please ensure that the cover letter: 

• sets out why you wish to work for ATLEU
• addresses the criteria contained in the Person Specification
• demonstrates your competency for the role

Please ensure that we have a contact telephone number or email address so that we are able to contact you easily and in confidence.

Candidates shortlisted for interview will be advised by close of business on Friday 5 December 2025. If you do not hear from us by this time, it unfortunately means that you have not been shortlisted for an interview. We regret that we do not have capacity to provide feedback to applicants who are not invited for an interview. 

Interviews will be held on Monday 15 and Tuesday 16 December. 

Candidates may be asked back for a second-round interview.

 

Inclusion at ATLEU

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that diversity drives innovation, strengthens our teams, and leads to better outcomes for everyone. Each individual is valued for their unique perspectives, cultures, and circumstances, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment where all employees feel supported, empowered, and able to thrive.

We actively encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We particularly welcome applicants from groups underrepresented in our sector, including individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities and those with lived experience of migration or trafficking. Please let us know of any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process or in the role — we are happy to discuss how we can best support you.

Buglife

Director of Transformation

Location: Flexible within the UK

Salary: c£78,000

Contract: 2-year fixed term

Are you a bold, strategic leader ready to drive transformational change for one of the UK’s most impactful conservation charities?

Buglife is the only organisation in Europe dedicated to the conservation of all invertebrates. As they enter a pivotal phase of growth and innovation, Buglife is seeking a Director of Transformation to co-lead their organisation into a new era of impact, influence, and operational excellence.

About the Role

In a dual-leadership model alongside the Director of Conservation, you will define and deliver a Transformational Change Programme that amplifies Buglife’s mission: securing a thriving future for invertebrates as part of nature’s recovery.

You’ll lead strategic initiatives across systems, people, and processes, shaping a roadmap for sustainable growth and innovation. From organisational design to digital transformation, you’ll be the catalyst for change — building capability, cohesion, and resilience across Buglife.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead discovery and strategic direction, assessing internal operations and external opportunities.
• Develop and deliver a transformation roadmap with measurable impact.
• Inspire and manage cross-functional teams including Finance, HR, Communications, Fundraising and Engagement.
• Champion inclusive leadership, emotional intelligence, and organisational cohesion.
• Shape Buglife’s global growth strategy and explore new funding models.
• Overhaul systems and processes to create a more agile, integrated organisation.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven expertise in transformational leadership, business model innovation, and strategic planning.
• Experience engaging Boards and senior stakeholders with clarity and influence.
• Deep understanding of change management methodologies and programme delivery.
• Commercial acumen and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Strong emotional intelligence and collaborative leadership style.

Desirable: Experience in conservation, environmental or science-led sectors; familiarity with digital transformation and international experience or perspective on scaling impact globally.

Why Buglife?

Buglife is a passionate, science-led charity making a real difference for biodiversity. You’ll be joining at a time of exciting change, with the opportunity to shape the organisation’s future and scale its impact globally. Buglife offers a collaborative culture, flexible working, and a chance to lead with purpose.

Ready to lead transformational change for nature’s smallest heroes?
Apply now and help Buglife build a future where invertebrates thrive. 

We are partnering with GatenbySanderson on this recruitment. For more information and how to apply, please click on the button below.

Closing date:  28 November 2025

GatenbySanderson Interviews:  8 – 12 December 2025

Buglife Interviews: 6 – 15 January 2026

Buglife is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups in the environmental sector, including people from global majority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ communities.

At Ambitious about Autism, we are currently looking for a Trust Fundraiser to join our team.

This role will be a key part of our Philanthropy team, working on securing funding from charitable trusts and foundations with the capacity to give up to £30,000. The Philanthropy team is highly regarded, consistently bringing in over half of our organisation's total voluntary income.

You'll research, identify and drive forward new income opportunities, maintain relationships with existing donors and ensure our supporters have an excellent experience through giving to us. You'll deliver high quality, written applications and reports to trusts and foundations, in line with funder deadlines and keep in touch with donors and prospects via phone, virtually and in face-to-face meetings and visits.

We are looking for someone who has:

• The ability to manage a task or project from conception to completion and meeting set deadlines
• The ability to engage, inspire, manage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to think creatively and innovatively to generate income in line with the organisational strategy
• Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time management skills in order to work to tight deadlines in a busy environment

In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.

Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

§  Salary: £30,600

§  Contract: 6-month fixed term contract, with potential to extend to 12 months

§  Working pattern: Full time (4 days a week or condensed hours considered)

§  Location: Hybrid until March with one or two days required in the office in Farringdon. (Think Ahead’s hybrid working model is currently under review).

§  Closing date: 9am, Wednesday 26 November

§  Interview dates: Tuesday 9 December and Wednesday 10 December

If you have a passion for storytelling, digital communications and using your creativity to make a social impact, this is an exciting opportunity to join our mental health charity as our communications officer, working across the full communications mix.

Think Ahead supports people living with mental health needs by supporting a strong and thriving mental health workforce. We know that good mental health care means looking at the whole person and the social determinants of their health – their home, relationships, finances, work and community.

As communications officer you will:

§  Support the organisation to secure new work and diversify our income streams through effective, targeted communications.

§  Advocate for mental health practitioners, and for social approaches in mental health, including through our campaigning, research and external engagement.

§  Amplify Think Ahead’s profile and key messages through compelling storytelling, content creation and media work. 

This is an excellent opportunity for a creative and pro-active communicator to develop their skills in a small, collaborative team and make a real difference at a pivotal time for Think Ahead.

It is an exciting time to join Think Ahead as we diversify our income and drive new business across our portfolio of training, workforce development, research and campaigning. 

We are currently funded by Department of Health and Social Care until August 2027.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who is creative, proactive and motivated, with a talent for clear, compelling and engaging communication, and a genuine interest in mental health and social change. You’ll bring strong writing and digital skills, and an eye for engaging content that connects with different audiences.

You’ll have experience working in a communications or media role, ideally within a charity, public sector or values-driven organisation. You’ll be confident managing content across websites, social media and email marketing. An understanding of media relations and curiosity about how communications can support growth, influence and impact will also be valuable.

You’ll be comfortable juggling multiple priorities, collaborating with colleagues, and taking initiative in a fast-paced environment. Most importantly, you’ll share our commitment to improving the lives of people with mental health needs.

What we can offer you

We offer excellent employee benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement (28 days) plus additional office closure over Christmas, enhanced family-friendly leave, flexible working around our core hours of 10am to 4pm, a matched pension scheme with up to 7% employer contributions, an employee assistance programme and more. 

How to apply 

Please provide a CV and a supporting statement (max 2 pages) outlining your fit for the role based on the person specification in the candidate pack on our website together with the completed Equality and Diversity questionnaire.

We will use both the CV and the supporting statement to enable us to shortlist and invite candidates for interview.

Are you looking for a new challenge? We have an exciting opportunity for a Team Manager to join our Kickstart Futures Service based in Sutton.

The Service provides floating key work support sessions to Care Leavers who predominantly entered the UK either as Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children or as Survivors of Human Trafficking, with an aim to improve their independence skills, community integration, self-confidence and mental health.

Location of the post:

You will be based in our Crystal Palace office (SE19 3BG) with the requirement to regularly visit our 7supported living accommodation sites located across Sutton and Croydon. Between visits, you have the option to work flexibly from our office and from home. 

Hours:

29.6 hours across 4 days. Hours of work can be flexible to suit you, between the hours of 9am – 7pm. Occasional cover may be required on weekends to meet the needs of the service.

Some of the key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• To manage all areas of service provision including all aspects of key performance indicators outlined by commissioners across contracts in different Local Authorities.
• To manage a multidisciplinary team of professionals by providing supervision, practice development sessions, team meetings, ongoing practice advice and monitoring and evaluation of all aspects of our recording policy.
• To provide professional support to staff team members as well as other Team Managers within the Positive Futures theme. This includes support and advice around safeguarding matters, analytical thinking and constant risk assessment.
• To complete regular monitoring reports in line with the contract specifications for each Local Authority where we deliver services.
• To attend regular monitoring meetings where you will present feedback of the service provision including details of cases, safeguarding concerns, practice advice and finance compliance.
• Working with the Children's Service Manager to grow and develop the services in line with Barnardo's corporate strategy of Positive Futures and based on the needs of Children and Young People.
• Actively promoting Children and Young People's participation in the service as well as seeking their feedback in order to incorporate a constantly evolving service delivery.

Essential Requirements to evidence in your application:

• At least 2 years' experience in managing a service/team aimed at supporting children/young people.
• An in depth understanding of leaving care, how to support young people transition to independence and the issues they may face.
• Demonstrable record of good working practice with children & young people.
• Ability to build strong relationships with other social care professionals and housing associations.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
• Strong IT skills and the ability to accurately record information.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to travel across London to attend regular meetings with commissioners.

Interested but would like some more information on the role?   Then please contact Rajinder Nagra (Assistant Director) Contact details can be found on our website via the job link.

When completing your application please refer to your skills knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification, Job Description and Additional Information document (if applicable). This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described.

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.

Pay & Reward Framework

We know that our colleagues go above and beyond in delivering our vital work, driven by their passion and commitment to Barnardo's values.  We also know that we can only realise our ambitions and achieve better outcomes for more children, thanks to the talent, hard work and creativity of our people. 

For all these reasons, we are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, to ensure it is fair, attractive and progressive, which was rolled out in April 2023. This is a positive change for the charity, and a part of our People & Culture Strategy. It will assist us in supporting colleagues to belong, thrive and grow in their colleague journey at Barnardo's and in time will offer clear routes of progression for colleagues in both their career and their pay. 

Whilst the full pay band and salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint between the minimum to mid-point of the pay band – this ensures that pay steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours.  More details on Barnardo's pay framework can be found upon application. 

About us 
 London Marathon Events (part of the London Marathon Group) works to inspire, champion and increase activity in all ages, abilities and demographics. We do this through our successful event portfolio (which includes the TCS London Marathon and TCS Mini London Marathon, Brighton Marathon, The Big Half, Vitality London 10,000, Vitality Westminster Mile, Standard Chartered Great City Race and Swim Serpentine), through our extensive outreach programmes working with schools and community groups in London and across the UK and through our network of wholly owned or partially owned companies, such as Maverick, Run 4 Wales, Loch Ness Marathon Ltd, Caledonian Concepts, Athletic Ventures and Friday Night Lights 

Our events raise millions for charities every year to improve the lives of individuals and communities and we passionately believe in the power of sport. 

Our values are integral to who we are, how we work and what we do:

  • Impact – together we create positive change
  • Innovate – together we enable new ideas
  • Everyone – together we champion inclusivity
  • Customer first – together we go the extra mile for all 

 Diversity, inclusion and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do, and we want to ensure they are at the heart of our company. We strongly value diversity within our workforce and recognise that different people bring different perspectives, lived experience, ideas and culture to the company. This difference brings with it great strengths, including diversity of thought. So, if you’re ready to be a force for good, lead change and want to make a difference to society, keep reading.

Overview of the role

This role is designed to deliver professional and efficient People services across all aspects of the employee journey, supporting managers and the senior leadership teams at London Marathon Events and the London Marathon Foundation. From onboarding through to employee departure, the position ensures every people-related activity is handled with care and precision.
 
 Operating within the People and Culture department, the role maintains the essential People Advisory function, providing expert guidance throughout the employee lifecycle, and in particular on employee relations and compensation and benefits. It is responsible for producing and implementing all necessary documentation, processes, and practices to support the business effectively.
 
 The position works in close partnership with the Talent team for recruitment and learning initiatives, as well as with the Senior People Partner and People Officer. Collaboration with the Workforce team is also key, especially regarding event staffing activities for the LMG Staff.

 Reporting to the Group Head of People, Culture and Workforce, this role ensures knowledge, best practices, and support are consistently delivered to meet the organisation’s needs

Key Responsibilities:

People Advice 

• Serving as the first point of contact for all people-related queries from managers and employees across LMF and LME, providing timely and accurate advice on organisational policies and procedures.
• Delivering day-to-day support and interpretation of people policies, ensuring consistent and fair application across the business.
• Overseeing compensation and benefits practices, including benchmarking roles, and ensuring consistent application of our pay policy.
• Delivering a competitive benefits package, continuously reviewing and promoting our offering, 
• Offering expert guidance and practical solutions on matters spanning the entire employee lifecycle—including hiring, probation, performance management, employee relations, and offboarding.
• Advising and managing all LMF and LME routine employee relations cases such as performance improvements, grievances, disciplinary issues, and absence management, ensuring best practice and compliance with legal and organisational standards.
• Supporting managers in understanding and applying people policies, encouraging proactive resolution of queries and fostering a positive workplace environment.
• Reviewing and drafting people policies and maintaining an overview of people related compliance activities. 
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of policy changes and employment legislation, communicating key updates and their implications to colleagues as required.

Business Partnering for London Marathon Foundation

• Building and maintaining strong, proactive relationships with the London Marathon Foundation (LMF), acting as a trusted advisor on all people-related matters.
• Understanding the unique needs and strategic objectives of those business areas, tailoring people support and solutions to align with their specific contexts and goals.
• Supporting leaders and managers within the allocated business area on workforce planning, organisational design, talent mapping and development, grading and organisational effectiveness, ensuring best practice is embedded in recruitment, staff engagement, and retention.
• Facilitating regular check-ins with LMF leaders to identify workforce challenges, provide guidance on performance management, and help resolve people-related issues swiftly and effectively.
• Championing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within LMF and schools, and adapting DEI strategies to reflect the unique cultures and communities they serve.
• Providing data-driven insights about staff trends, turnover, and engagement within LMF and schools, supporting informed decision-making.

Other Responsibilities: 

• Ensuring policies and procedures are promoted and accessible to employees. 
• Checking people correspondence, such as employee contracts, right to work checks, offer letters, bonus letters etc.
• Ensuring yearly performance reviews are completed, accurately stored and easily accessible. 
• Processing purchase orders and invoices with the Procurement and Accounts teams.
• Learning & Development where required (delivering workshops, people induction  etc)
• Reviewing opportunities for reward, benefits, recognition and celebrating achievements. 

Required Skills and Experience: 

Essential  

• Extensive experience of working within a people team, including creation of policies, procedures and employee documentation
• Extensive experience with employee relations, including a sensitive and sensible approach to resolving conflict in the workplace
• Management of invoices / procurement process
• CIPD level 5 or equivalent qualification 
• Experience of using Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to communicate with people at all levels
• Highly organised and ability to be analytical
• Strong attention to detail
• Highly proactive, and seeks continuous improvement. 
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and has an ability to meet tight deadlines

Desired 

• Benchmarking/ Data Analytics
• C-me / other psychometric Profiling

Technical 

• Employment law and HR compliance 
• Previous experience of using HRIS Systems
• Exposure to benchmarking processes such as Xpert HR, Hays or Willis Tower Watson
• Experience of using a Finance system to pay supplied invoices and generate PO

About us

The Refugee Council is the nation’s refugee charity. Together with community groups, partners and volunteers, we help people who have escaped war and persecution to rebuild their lives, integrate into communities, and play their part in Britain. Born in the aftermath of World War II, our frontline services support over 14,000 refugees each year to find safety, get to know their neighbours, and enter education, training or work. We share our evidence and expertise with policymakers to help build integrated communities where everyone can contribute. 

Our Values

Our values underpin everything we do:

• Inclusive: We are inclusive. We work with - not for - refugees and people seeking asylum, so they have an equal voice, co-producing projects and ensuring their expertise and experiences are at the heart of what we do.
• Collaborative: We are collaborative. Working with others is a priority in order to have the collective impact that is vital to achieve policy and practice reform.
• Courageous: We speak out when we see injustice, cruelty and unfairness. We always stand up for what we believe is the right thing to do to transform the experiences of those seeking protection in our country.
• Respectful: We are respectful of all those we interact with. We treat everyone – our staff, volunteers, beneficiaries, partners and people we disagree with – with the same respect, professionalism and understanding.

About the role

The Management Accountant provides forward-looking financial insight to support decision-making, strategy, and organisational sustainability. The role focuses on reporting and analysis, including the preparation of monthly and year-end management accounts, cashflow forecasting, and performance dashboards. By translating financial data into meaningful insight, the Management Accountant enables trustees, senior leadership, and managers to understand trends, risks, and opportunities, and to make evidence-based decisions.

The role plays a key role in supporting bids, business cases, and strategic projects, ensuring proposals are underpinned by robust financial modelling and scenario planning. They also contribute to audit processes by preparing management reporting and analysis that complement the Finance Controller’s statutory and compliance responsibilities.

Staff benefits

To reward our staff for the value they bring, we offer a variety of enhanced terms and conditions and a wide range of benefits, including:

• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension Scheme
• Work Life Balance Policies
• Employer-Sponsored Volunteering
• And more.

Let’s work together to improve the lives of refugees in the UK - apply on our website today.

Closing date: 21 November 2025.

Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.