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Contract: 12-month FTC with potential for a permanent contract

Sebastian’s Action Trust (SAT) supports children with life-limiting conditions and their families. We help those families navigate the emotional and practical difficulties that come with caring for a child with complex needs and provide a place where they can connect, relax and make precious memories together. 

With the planned retirement of the current CEO, we are looking for an experienced charity leader with a background in fundraising, to take the organisation forward into the next phase of its strategic development. This could be an opportunity for a senior fundraising professional to take the next step into a CEO role. 

This role combines overall leadership of the charity with responsibility for income diversification and growth, with a focus on fundraising to drive stability and sustainability. The successful candidate will oversee the delivery of high-quality services, events and support provision, ensuring that the highest standards of health, safety and safeguarding are maintained. They will also nurture relationships with partner organisations and other local charities to explore opportunities for collaboration and efficiency. 

This role will lead a small but committed team of staff and volunteers who are passionate about the work we do, so you will be comfortable combining strategic thinking with pragmatism and creativity. 

The successful candidate will have experience of charity governance and financial management, and be confident working with a committed board and with partners and stakeholders to maximise impact for service users. They will also need to demonstrate hands-on experience of fundraising, with a track record of securing significant income from trusts, corporates and major donors.

This is a challenging but rewarding opportunity to make a real and lasting difference to families facing unimaginable difficulties. If this sounds like your next step, send your CV and covering letter or email to arrange an informal chat. 

St Barnabas with Christ's Chapel is a large, thriving, inclusive parish at the heart of Dulwich Village. This is an exciting opportunity for you to join our team in a central role that is key to the continued flourishing of our busy parish. This is a reconfigured and expanded role where you would have the opportunity to make a real difference to how we work together and implement our vision and mission priorities. In return we would offer you warm, collegiate, and engaged colleagues, both staff and volunteers.

This role is ideal for you if you a hands-on, collaborative, relational, and mission driven Christian professional who can balance operational excellence with a heart for people and community. As Operations Manager you will oversee the parish’s resources: people, buildings, IT, and finances, developing systems and structures that are effective, flexible, and culturally responsive.

PURPOSE:

● To work collaboratively with the Vicar, Wardens, PCC (church council), staff and congregation, supporting St Barnabas with Christ’s Chapel as we live out our vision and implement our Mission Action Plan (MAP).

● To help nurture a staff and volunteer culture rooted in mutual respect, honest communication and shared responsibility, supporting healthy rhythms of work and life.

● To be responsible for the management of the parish’s resources of people, buildings, IT, and finances. Developing effective, efficient, and flexible administrative processes, and robust and appropriate structures for leadership, management, and governance (including statutory compliance).

As a leadership role within a Church of England parish, there is an occupational requirement for the post-holder to be a Christian and enthusiastic about the vision and values of St Barnabas with Christ’s Chapel.

Full details of the role, benefits and the person specification for this exciting role can be found in the attached job pack. 

We look forward to hearing from you. 

 Project Manager 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Salary

£39,152 - £39,862 (NJC SCP 28-29, pro-rated for part time). Pay rise pending.

(actual salary, £31,320 - £31,890 pe

Hours

30 hours per week, with potential to increase in line with the needs of the organisation.

Location

BYH, Stapleford, Nottinghamshire

Responsible to

Chair of the Board of Trustees

About Broxtowe Youth Homelessness

Broxtowe Youth Homelessness (BYH) is a small, well-established charity supporting young people aged 16–25 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. Our practical, person-centred approach helps young people move towards greater stability, independence and opportunity.

With four years of funding secured from The National Lottery Community Fund, BYH is entering an exciting period of development, including a rebrand and transition to an incorporated charity. Our new Director will play a key role in leading us through this change, strengthening partnerships, developing new opportunities and helping shape the future of a small charity with real potential to grow its impact.

Strategic Leadership and Organisational Development

• Provide effective leadership and direction for BYH, working closely with the Board of Trustees to develop and deliver its vision, strategy and development plans.
• Identify opportunities for the charity to grow its impact, develop new services and respond to emerging local need.
• Ensure BYH remains a responsive, sustainable and well-managed organisation.
• Support the Board of Trustees with clear, timely information and advice to enable effective decision-making.

People and Culture

• Lead, motivate and develop a committed staff and volunteer team.
• Foster a positive, inclusive and supportive culture in which people feel valued and able to do their best work.
• Manage recruitment, induction, supervision, appraisals and professional development.
• Ensure staffing and resources are effectively deployed to meet organisational priorities.

Service Quality and Safeguarding

• Oversee the effective delivery and development of BYH's services, ensuring they are high quality, accessible, responsive and person-centred.
• Ensure the voice, experience and needs of young people inform service development and improvement.
• Lead on quality assurance, monitoring and evaluation, using evidence, outcomes and feedback to demonstrate impact and improve services.
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring robust safeguarding practice, policies and procedures are effectively implemented across the organisation.

Finance, Funding and Sustainability

• Work with the Finance Officer, Treasurer and Board of Trustees to maintain strong financial management and effective financial controls.
• Contribute to organisational budgeting, financial planning and long-term sustainability.
• Lead on identifying and pursuing appropriate funding opportunities, including grants, partnerships and commissioned services.
• Develop high-quality funding applications and ensure successful projects are effectively managed and reported.

Partnerships, Influence and Profile

• Develop and strengthen effective multi-agency partnerships with statutory, voluntary and community sector organisations.
• Act as an ambassador of BYH at local, regional and national meetings, networks and forums.
• Chair and coordinate the South Nottinghamshire Interagency Forum.
• Raise the profile of BYH and promote its work, achievements and impact.

Governance, Compliance and Risk

• Work collaboratively with the Board of Trustees to ensure effective governance, risk management and accountability.
• Ensure BYH's policies, procedures and practices are regularly reviewed and comply with relevant legislation and good practice.
• Maintain BYH's status as a recognised AIM Qualifications Centre.
• Ensure appropriate health, safety and regulatory arrangements are in place across the organisation.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

• Champion equality, diversity and inclusion across BYH.
• Ensure our services and working environment are welcoming, accessible and respectful to all.
• Promote a culture that recognises the dignity, strengths and potential of every young person.

For full details of the role and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Improving lives and developing local pride, through professional theatre

Finance Officer Job  Description

📋 Job Purpose

To support the charity's daily operations by delivering accurate, timely, and robust financial administration. This role is responsible for maintaining financial integrity, supporting compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and ensuring management of restricted and unrestricted income streams

Proposed Hours 24 hours/3 days per week

Reporting:

Line Manager: Artistic Director

Governance: Support Treasurer in reporting financial matters to the Board of Trustees.

Operational Liaison: General Manager

Key Relationships: Close work with Department Heads/Budget Holders

🔧 Key Responsibilities

Budget and Strategic Management

● Support organisational financial decision-making through financial analysis, management accounts, budget monitoring and variance reporting.

● Attend regular month-end finance meetings with the Treasurer and General Manager to review financial reporting.

● Develop and maintain templates for recording budgets, cashflow, freelance payment schedule and continuously improve financial systems and processes.

● Support department leads to plan, monitor, and manage budgets, and to meet reporting deadlines as set by the Artistic Director and Trustees.

● Assist the Artistic Director in managing budgets and associated cashflows where there is no other identified project lead.

● Aid the Treasurer in preparing financial reports to the Board by supplying figures/tables as required.

Financial Processing & Bookkeeping

● Record Transactions: Record all income, expenditure, invoices and expenses accurately in the cashbook, cashflow forecasts and accounting software.

● Bank Reconciliations: Complete monthly reconciliations for all bank accounts, PayPal, Stripe and GoCardless, investigating and resolving discrepancies.

● Ledger Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date purchase, sales, and general ledgers.

● Payment Processing: Prepare and process approved supplier payments and staff/volunteer expense claims, ensuring appropriate authorisation and supporting documentation.

● Credit Control: Monitor outstanding invoices and payments, follow up overdue accounts and escalate persistent or significant debts as appropriate.

● Supplier Invoice Processing: Receive, check and process supplier invoices, ensuring they are correctly allocated to the relevant project, department or budget and appropriately authorised before payment.

Fund Accounting & Income Management

● Restricted Funds: Track and allocate restricted grant and donated funds, ensuring expenditure complies with funder terms and conditions.

● Gift Aid Claims: Maintain accurate Gift Aid records and ensure compliance with HMRC requirements. Reconcile GoCardless transactions with supporter databases (RABBLE Rousers) and prepare and submit quarterly Gift Aid claims.

● Theatre Tax relief (TTR): Coordinate with the organisation's accountant on eligible Theatre Tax Relief claims, working with project leads to maintain accurate production cost records and provide supporting financial information.

● Grant Reporting: Support project leads with providing financial evidence packs and spend validation reports back to external institutional funders.

Payroll, Pensions & Tax

● Payroll Processing: Work with the payroll provider to support monthly payroll processing, ensuring statutory deductions are accurate.

● Pensions: Oversee pension administration and employer contributions for eligible employees.

● PAYE Administration: Support the onboarding of new PAYE staff by ensuring required payroll, tax and pension information is collected and accurately recorded.

Reporting & Audit Support

● Management Accounts: Assist project leads in preparing termly variance reports for leadership.

● Reporting: Prepare quarterly finance report for Trustee meetings

● Budget Tracking: Monitor organizational cash flow and alert leadership to potential financial risks.

● Year End Accounts: Liaise with the accountant/independent examiner during the annual independent examination, prepare supporting schedules and documentation, maintain audit-ready financial records, and provide financial information required for the statutory annual report and accounts.

🎓 Person Specification: Skills & Qualifications

Essential Requirements

● Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in hands-on bookkeeping, finance administration or management accounting.

● Qualifications: Part-qualified ACCA/CIMA, AAT Level 3 or 4 qualified, or equivalent will be considered.

● Software Skills: High proficiency using cloud accounting software like Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage.

● Spreadsheets: Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables,data analysis and reporting.

● Values Alignment: A strong commitment to the charity's core mission and an understanding of donor fund stewardship.

Desirable Attributes

● Experience working in the charity, arts, culture or not-for-profit sector.

● Knowledge of Charity SORP requirements.

● Experience managing restricted and unrestricted funds.

● Experience preparing Gift Aid claims.

● Experience supporting audits or independent examinations.

● Knowledge of Theatre Tax Relief or other creative-sector tax incentives.

● Experience of VAT accounting within a charity environment, including an understanding of the VAT treatment of grants, donations and fundraising income.

Who are RABBLE?

We are a professional Theatre Company who commission and stage award winning productions. We also work in partnership with a range of communities from all over Reading, to deliver projects that inspire excellence, teach new skills and provide pathways to a career in the arts. 

Location: Somerset Heritage Centre, Brunel Way, Norton Fitzwarren, Taunton, TA2 6SF
Salary: £39,909
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday (occasional evening and weekend work)
Contract: Permanent

To apply please complete the South West Heritage Trust application form which can be found together with the recruitment pack in the links at the bottom of this advert. Please note that CVs are not accepted as applications

About the role

South West Heritage Trust is seeking an experienced and motivated Fundraising Manager to help strengthen our long-term financial sustainability and grow our charity fundraising activity. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at a key point in its development and to shape our approach to fundraising as our first dedicated fundraising professional.

Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, the Fundraising Manager will identify and secure funding from trusts and foundations, develop opportunities for individual giving and legacy support, and establish effective systems and processes to support successful charity fundraising. The role will build a strong pipeline of funding opportunities to support exhibitions, learning programmes, collections work and the Trust’s wider strategic priorities.

This post sits within the Central Services team and reports to the Head of Development and Partnerships.
The South West Heritage Trust is a charity which delivers a broad range of heritage services across Somerset and Devon. We are a growing organisation, founded on services that were previously delivered by Somerset and Devon County Councils. With a turnover exceeding £5 million, we manage and run three museums (including the Museum of Somerset), two Archives and Local Studies services and look after the historic environment in Somerset.

We are committed to building an organisation as diverse as the communities we serve. Your application for this role will be welcomed whatever your background and regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership.

If you would like to have an informal discussion or experience any difficulties with the recruitment process, please contact Ann Bradford (HR and Governance Manager)

Interim Supported Housing Manager

Croydon/Reigate | Women’s Homelessness Service ⏳ Interim Contract until end November 2026 | Immediate Start | Full-time, hybrid – 4-days on site

I am delighted to be working with a values-driven charity is seeking an experienced Interim Supported Housing Manager to lead a specialist women’s homelessness service in Surrey.

This is an opportunity to oversee a psychologically informed, trauma-responsive supported housing community delivering high-quality accommodation and holistic support to women facing homelessness and multiple disadvantage.
The service supports residents to rebuild stability, wellbeing, independence, and community connection through personalised support and strong partnership working.

The Role
You will provide operational leadership across the service, managing day-to-day delivery, staff performance, safeguarding, compliance, housing management, and service development.
You will lead and support a frontline team to deliver strengths-based, trauma-informed support while ensuring the service remains safe, effective, and resident-focused.
Responsibilities include: Leading the operational management of a supported housing service Managing staff performance, supervision, recruitment, and development Overseeing safeguarding, risk management, health & safety, and compliance Monitoring budgets, expenditure, and service performance Developing partnership working with housing providers and external agencies Supporting positive move-on outcomes and sustainable housing pathways Embedding psychologically informed and resident-led practice throughout the service

About You
We are looking for a confident and compassionate manager with: Experience managing supported housing or homelessness services Strong understanding of trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches Knowledge of safeguarding, housing management, and support delivery Experience leading teams within supported living, homelessness, or social care settings The ability to manage operational pressures while maintaining high-quality service delivery Excellent stakeholder and partnership-building skills.

Experience supporting women experiencing homelessness or multiple disadvantage would be highly advantageous.

Why Apply?

Opportunity to lead a meaningful, specialist service Supportive values-led organisation Immediate impact role with autonomy and visibility Chance to shape service quality and resident outcomes

If you are immediately available, with the above skills and experience,  please apply online today, I would love to have a conversation with you!

About the role

Working closely with the Fundraising Compliance Lead, you’ll ensure that Parkinson's UK’s Fundraising and marketing meet required industry standards, rules and regulations that are relevant to specific activities and business practices.

Using your expertise, you will work closely with income generating and supporter experience teams to ensure action is taken to optimise and maximise existing opportunities and to capitalise as regulations and technology develop. You will work alongside governance and operations colleagues to empower teams through monitoring, reporting, improving business processes and managing risk.

What you'll do

• Be a first point of contact for colleagues requiring support triaging and answering day-to-day compliance queries; supporting the Fundraising Compliance Lead and Gift Aid Manager as required to deliver BAU and key projects.

• As a subject matter expert you will work with stakeholders to review fundraising activity, direct marketing materials and supporter journeys to ensure they meet internal policies, legal bases and the relevant rules and standards for communications.

• Liaise with and maintain relationships with regulatory and industry bodies to seek advice and resolve any matters arising alongside the Compliance Lead.

• Assist colleagues in the prevention of and in reporting breaches or incidents in line with organisational policies and regulatory requirements.

• Identify and support opportunities to improve, optimise and maximise ways of working, business processes and monitoring to increase both compliance assurance and income generation.

What you'll bring

• Demonstrable knowledge of fundraising and marketing regulations, processes and requirements, including but not limited to: UK GDPR, ICO Direct Marketing guidance, Code of Fundraising Practice, CAP & BCAP advertising codes, LCCP gambling regulations.

• Expertise and knowledge of Fundraising and Marketing activities with motivation to support the Fundraising and Experience Directorate in achieving their experience goals and income targets.

• Experience of data quality assurance, compliance monitoring and risk management.

• Experience of utilising CRM systems, preferably Raiser’s Edge and/or Salesforce NPC to check data flows, consent tracking or opt-out markers.

Applications close on Sunday 27 September.

Interviews for this role will be held on 13 and 14 October, in person at our London Office.

The Support and Grants Manager is at the heart of Cavell’s support for nursing and midwifery professionals experiencing financial hardship and other challenges. Leading our busy frontline Support Team, you will ensure people receive compassionate, timely and high-quality support when they need it most.

You will lead the delivery and quality of our grant-giving service, ensuring applications are assessed fairly, consistently and confidently against Cavell’s criteria. But our support goes beyond a grant. You will help ensure we understand each person’s wider needs and connect them with the information, advice, practical support and specialist services that can make a lasting difference.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys both leading people and delivering services. You will work alongside the team to assess applications, coach and develop colleagues, manage demand and performance, and maintain high standards of decision-making. Using data, insight and frontline experience, you will also identify emerging needs and continually improve how Cavell supports the nursing and midwifery community.

You will play a key role in shaping a service that is compassionate, efficient, evidence-led and continually evolving around the needs of the people we support.

Overview of Responsibilities:

1. Operational Service Delivery

• Lead the day-to-day operation and quality of Cavell's grant-giving and support service, approving grant recommendations within delegated authority and ensuring applications are assessed fairly, accurately and consistently against Cavell's eligibility criteria, policies and available funds. Escalate exceptional, complex or higher-risk decisions appropriately.
• Ensure applicants' wider needs are identified and, where appropriate, provide or facilitate information, advice, income maximisation, signposting and referral to Cavell services and external specialist support.
• Monitor team caseloads, demand and capacity, processing times and performance against Service Level Agreements, identifying emerging demand or capacity pressures and planning service coverage accordingly.
• Manage your own active caseload and assess applications alongside the team, particularly during periods of high demand.
• Lead the development and maintenance of the online Support Hub and other beneficiary-facing resources, ensuring information is accurate, current and useful, and using casework, data and recurring enquiries to identify gaps in information and self-guided support.

2. Safeguarding, Risk and Compliance

• Ensure safeguarding concerns, vulnerability and risk identified through applications and casework are recognised, recorded, managed and escalated appropriately.
• Regularly quality-assure grant assessments, casework and decisions to ensure eligibility criteria, policies and procedures are applied consistently, with learning or corrective action where required.
• Ensure assessments and decisions are appropriately evidenced and recorded, with clear rationale and audit trails, particularly for complex or exceptional cases.
• Work with Finance and the Head of Services & Impact to ensure awards comply with restricted fund criteria and delegated authority, monitor grant expenditure and available balances, and identify financial pressures early.

3. Data, Insight, Evaluation and Reporting.

• Collect, analyse, and present performance and outcome data in reports, dashboards, and evaluations to demonstrate the difference Cavell’s support makes to the nursing professionals we support.
• Lead continuous improvement of operational processes, workflows and systems, using data, applicant feedback and frontline learning to make support simpler, faster, more consistent and more compassionate. You will work with relevant colleagues and suppliers where required.
• Identify and report emerging needs, trends, operational pressures and risks from service data and frontline experience, providing insight to support service development, organisational planning, research and advocacy.
• Support the development of case studies, impact stories and measurable outcomes that demonstrate impact and support funder reporting and priorities.
• Act as the operational lead for Salesforce within the Support Team, ensuring accurate and consistent case records and data, identifying and implementing improvements to support efficient case management, quality assurance, reporting and effective service delivery.

4. Team Leadership and Collaboration

• Lead, line manage and develop the Support Team, managing workloads, annual leave, absence and service coverage to maintain effective delivery and support staff wellbeing, particularly for colleagues managing complex or sensitive cases.
• Build strong, supportive working relationship within the Support Team, promoting a culture of learning, accountability, and kindness and foster collaboration across teams to ensure service delivery is fully integrated. 
• Build effective relationships with external organisations, referral partners and sector peers, representing Cavell and deputising for the Head of Services & Impact where appropriate.

Application process:

1. Please click on the 'Apply' button to download the full job pack
2. Submit your CV and Supporting Info by 12pm on Tuesday 29th September.

Your Cover Letter should include:

1. Your notice period
2.  What motivated you to apply and why you’re interested in working for Cavell
3. How you meet the person specification

As the Director of People and Culture, you will provide strategic leadership across all aspects of People & Culture within the organisation. You will work closely with the CEO, Leadership Team, Governance Team and Board of Trustees to develop a positive, inclusive and people-focused culture, while ensuring effective recruitment, employee relations, learning and development, performance management and people policies across the organisation.

What you'll do 

• Lead the organisation’s People & Culture strategy, ensuring it supports our charitable purpose, organisational priorities and values.
• Provide strategic leadership and advice on workforce planning, recruitment, reward, employee relations, organisational development and change.
• Lead the development of a positive, inclusive and values-led culture, supporting employee engagement, wellbeing, learning, performance and retention.
• Oversee People & Culture governance, policies, systems, compliance and workforce reporting, providing assurance and recommendations to senior leaders and the Board.

Are you looking to work somewhere that actually invests in growing its people?

Do you love getting stuck into the day-to-day finance work as much as the bigger-picture strategy side?

Are you keen to be part of a Christian charity that's genuinely changing children's futures?

TLG’s Finance Manager role could be the role for you!

Title: Finance Manager

Location: Hybrid – TLG’s National Support Centre, Bradford, West Yorkshire (40% office-based including Tuesdays)

Salary: £37,066 - £40,090 (FTE)

Hours: Flexible,30 – 37.5 hours per week (0.8 – 1.0 FTE)

Reporting To: Director of Finance

Contract: Permanent

About TLG

Transforming Lives for Good (TLG) is a Christian children’s wellbeing charity rooted in the conviction that the local church is central to God’s mission of restoration and hope for children and families. Today, through our existing programmes of Early Intervention and Make Lunch, over 220 churches are partnering with TLG, supporting 4,699 children each year, with 1,059 children and family members connecting into the wider support of the church as a place of belonging, care and hope.

About the Role

As we journey towards our vision to bring fullness of life for every child, no matter what struggles they face, we’re looking for a passionate, motivated and mission-driven individual to join our team as Finance Manager. 

The Finance Manager will play a central role in shaping the financial strength and future growth of the charity. As the operational lead for day-to-day finance, you’ll ensure robust financial controls, deliver accurate and timely reporting, and provide clear, strategic insight that empowers leaders across the organisation. Working closely with the Director of Finance, you will be a key voice in safeguarding financial health and driving forward our mission.

As someone who has completed or nearly completed their Accountancy qualification, you will be given responsibility in an environment centred on growth. The Finance Manager will lead a high-performing finance function, bringing expertise across budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and analysis. You will oversee and continually improve financial systems and processes, ensuring they are efficient, compliant, and fit for a growing organisation with ambitious goals. As you take on this impactful role, we will support and develop you as a leader with sector-leading internal and external training.

Some of the role responsibilities include elements of:

• Financial Management & Reporting
• Budgeting & Planning
• Systems & Processes
• Financial Leadership

Whilst the responsibilities and feel of the role will be familiar to someone with a career in charity finance, the close work with TLG’s commercial subsidiaries, the opportunity to speak strategically in the future of the charity, the focus on career development and the environment of grace and faith encompassing TLG make this role an attractive proposition for anyone who wants to make a difference for Jesus within the finance sector.

About You

You will be a fully or nearly Qualified Accountant who wants to grow in a finance career with an organisation committed to seeing you flourish. You can work well within a high‑performing finance function, bringing strong charity finance experience, excellent technical skills, and the ability to communicate clearly across the organisation, including with department heads throughout the team. You’ll balance strategic oversight with hands‑on delivery of management accounts, budgeting and reporting. Alongside this, you’ll bring an active Christian faith, playing a full part in the spiritual life of the organisation and working sensitively with people of all backgrounds.

Next Steps

For more information about TLG, the role and the person specification, please see the attached Job Pack.

To apply for the position, please send a CV and completed Candidate Bio Details Form to Christian Jobs.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Joe at Christian Jobs.

Summary of Main Duties and Objectives of the Job:

· Assist in managing crisis response and advocacy teams.

· Provide case oversight and ensure adherence to advocacy standards.

· Support safeguarding and risk management processes.

· Monitor service performance and prepare reports.

· Deputise for the Group Manager when required.

Support the Group Manager to :

· Ensure services meet contractual, legal, and quality standards, including safeguarding, GDPR, and clinical governance.

· Monitor and evaluate service performance, using data and feedback to inform improvements.

· Ensure services are delivered within budget and collaborate with the Finance Manager on financial planning and reporting.

· Contribute to the strategic development of Advocacy & Crisis Prevention services, identifying opportunities for innovation and growth.

· Support tendering and funding applications, working with colleagues to develop compelling proposals.

· Build and maintain relationships with commissioners, funders, and community partners.

· Support the professional development of staff and volunteers through supervision, appraisal, and training.

· Work with HR and senior colleagues to identify training needs and promote wellbeing in the workplace.

· Lead safeguarding practice within the group, ensuring robust policies and procedures are in place.

• Identify and manage risks, reporting to senior leadership as required.
• Ensure service users are meaningfully involved in the design and delivery of services.
• Promote services through outreach, networking, and partnership working to reach underserved communities.
• Prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders, including the Board of Trustees.
• Represent Rochdale and District Mind at external meetings, forums, and events.

General principles for all Mind staff:

1. To promote the empowerment of people who experience mental health and emotional wellbeing issues and to help them speak out.

2. To support the active participation of mental health and emotional wellbeing service users in the services they receive.

3. To practice anti-discriminatory behaviour and to adhere to Rochdale and District Mind’s objectives and policies in the delivery of all its services.

These responsibilities are subject to annual review and may need to be adjusted in line with service developments.

Person Specification

Experience

· Experience in crisis intervention or advocacy services.

· Supervisory experience.

Skills & Abilities-

· Strong leadership and team management skills.

· Strong organisational and interpersonal skills.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to work strategically and operationally.

· Skilled in safeguarding and risk management

· Ability to design and implement outreach strategies

Knowledge

· Knowledge of relevant legislation (Mental Health Act, Care Act).

· Understanding of mental health and wellbeing issues.

· Knowledge of clinical governance and therapeutic frameworks.

· Awareness of equality, diversity, and inclusion in service delivery.

· Familiarity with GDPR and other compliance requirements.

Values & Approach

· Commitment to Rochdale and District Mind’s values.

· Person-centred and trauma-informed approach.

· Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and service user empowerment.

Qualifications-

· Relevant qualification in advocacy , psychotherapy, psychology, social work, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• Job title: Registered Manager (Internal job title: Operations Manager)
• Location:  Argyll and Bute, West of Scotland
• Contract: Permanent
• Salary: £49,142.17
• Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)  
• Transport requirements: Full UK driving licence and access to a car/vehicle.
• Qualifications: At least SCQF Level 9 health and social care and Level 10 leadership and management, or a Registered Managers Award - or working towards

Be the Inspiration Behind Great Teams
Lead. Influence. Transform.

At Affinity Trust, we support people with learning disabilities, autism, mental health, physical disabilities, and other complex needs to live their lives as independently as possible.

This is an exciting leadership opportunity to lead and develop a team of managers across a variety of locations. You will oversee supported living, and outreach locations, helping to ensure people receive high-quality, person-centred support that reflects their individual goals, strengths, and aspirations.

The people we support are at the heart of everything we do, and this role offers a real opportunity to make a positive difference in their lives and communities.

As the Registered Manager, you will be working closely with the Divisional Director, support teams, and local authorities, to shape and grow our locations across the west of Scotland. Join us and play a key role in supporting people to live their lives their way.

What You'll Bring
To succeed in this role, you'll be a passionate and values-driven leader who can:

• Deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred support across multiple services
• Lead with compassion and integrity, creating a culture where people feel valued, respected, and empowered
• Inspire and develop strong leadership teams, keeping the people we support at the centre of every decision
• Champion choice, independence, and positive outcomes
• Drive service quality, performance, and continuous improvement
• Manage budgets effectively and ensure financial sustainability
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and quality standards
• Participate in the on-call rota as the Registered Manager across your services
• Build and maintain strong relationships with people we support, families, colleagues, commissioners, and professional partners

Our Values

We work together | We have courage | We give our best | People are at the heart of everything we do

We're Looking for Someone Who Is:

• An inspiring leader who brings out the best in others
• Skilled at managing operations while staying true to their values
• Passionate about coaching, developing, and empowering teams
• A confident change leader who embraces opportunities to improve and innovate
• Calm, resilient, and solutions-focused when faced with challenges
• Hands-on, approachable, and visible in their leadership style
• Committed to delivering outstanding support and achieving positive outcomes

We’re waiting to hear from you

Ready to Make a Difference?
This is more than a management role. It's an opportunity to shape services, develop future leaders, and make a genuine impact on the lives of the people we support every day.

If you're ready to lead with purpose, inspire others, and help build great services, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and be part of something meaningful.

Benefits That Work for You
Choose from a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and lifestyle:

• Wagestream: Access your pay as you earn it, plus coaching, vouchers, discounts, and cashback
• Blue Light Card: We’ll cover your membership for discounts at shops and restaurants
• Simplyhealth: Fully funded health plans with 24/7 GP access and cash back on prescriptions, dental, opticians, and more
• Buy & Sell Annual Leave: Flexible leave options twice a year.
• Pension & Life Assurance: Automatic enrolment in our Scottish Widows pension and Life Assurance schemes.

We’re committed to being Disability Confident and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

Please note that we are actively shortlisting candidates throughout the duration of the advert, interviews will be held as soon as possible and we will make an offer immediately if we find the right candidate. Apply without delay!

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior fundraising professional who combines strategic thinking with excellent relationship-building skills and a passion for making a tangible difference.

The Fundraising Manager will lead on the development and growth of several key income streams, including:

• Major Donors
• Corporate Partnerships and Giving
• Regular Giving
• Gifts in Wills (Legacies)

Working in close partnership with SUDEP Action's other Fundraising Manager (who oversees Community fundraising, Trusts and Grants and other aspects of our in-memory giving), the postholder will also share responsibility for the development, delivery and performance of wider fundraising activity across the charity.

A significant aspect of this role will involve re-engaging existing high-value supporters while identifying and cultivating new prospects. The ideal candidate will be confident networking, opening doors, building meaningful relationships and inspiring people to support a cause that may be unfamiliar to them.

The postholder will work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation, including fundraising colleagues, the CEO, and wider management team, drawing upon their expertise to develop effective fundraising plans, test assumptions and ensure the charity is represented professionally, authentically and consistently.

Given the nature of SUDEP Action's work, the role also requires sensitivity, empathy and the ability to engage thoughtfully with people affected by epilepsy and bereavement.

Full details of the role and experience required can be found in the Job Pack attachment.

We are seeking an experienced, commercially astute and forward-thinking Director of Finance to provide strategic leadership of the organisation's financial management, planning and governance. This is a pivotal executive leadership role responsible for ensuring financial sustainability, supporting organisational growth, driving operational excellence, and enabling the charity to maximise its impact.

The successful candidate will be a qualified finance professional (or qualified by experience) with extensive experience of financial leadership, budgeting, forecasting, financial control, and strategic planning. They will bring a proactive and innovative approach to financial management, identifying opportunities for organisational development, efficiency, improvement, and sustainable growth.

Ideally, candidates will have experience within the charity, not-for-profit or public sector environment and possess a strong understanding of charity accounting, governance and regulatory compliance.