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Role Overview
This is an exciting opportunity to shape Shine’s strategic direction while managing the operational delivery of our services for children, young people, and families aged 0–25. Building on the success of our Little Stars/Ser Bach programme for members aged 0–12 and the development and extension of the FIRE (Friendship, Independence, Resilience, Empowerment) programme for those aged 13–25, you will play a key role in shaping the future of our support for children, young people and their families.
Working across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, you will lead the delivery of an established, evidence-based programme that improves health, social, and emotional outcomes for those living with spina bifida, hydrocephalus, and associated conditions.
You’ll lead a passionate team and work closely with Shine’s Adult Services Team (25+), Health Team, Wales and Northern Ireland Managers and wider colleagues across the organisation to ensure work is coordinated, complementary, and beneficial to members. At the same time, you’ll forge strong partnerships with NHS professionals, statutory services, and voluntary organisations—driving collaboration that will support our vision of providing consistent, high-quality support for children, young people and families nationwide.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Team Management
- Programme Development & Delivery
- Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
- Member Support & Engagement
Please see the full Job Description & Person Specification below and on our website.
Benefits to working at Shine:
- Competitive salary: Review due April 2027
- Regular working hours, and no shift work (some very occasional weekends or evenings)
- 3% pension contribution
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional discretionary leave between Christmas and New Year
- Additional annual leave awarded for ‘long service’
- Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
- Broadband allowance for home-based roles
- Life insurance after 12 months’ employment
- Access to our Employee Support Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
- Support to learn and develop
How to apply
Shine is a Disability Confident employer and will offer guaranteed interviews if a disabled applicant meets the minimum criteria for the job.
If you would like to discuss the role with our Deputy CEO, Gill Valentine, please contact Shine to arrange a convenient time for a call.
To apply please submit your CV and supporting statement, which should outline your interest and explain how you meet the role criteria.
We understand that you may wish to use AI tools to help you with some aspects of your application but we do expect tailored applications which are personalised to your experiences and not generic applications which are completely AI generated. We encourage candidates to be transparent about AI usage in their applications.
*Please note applications without a supporting statement will not be accepted*
Closing date: Thursday 16th April 2026 at 11pm
Interviews: Monday 27th April 2026
Please note: we reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date, therefore we encourage applications as soon as possible.
Providing specialist advice and support for spina bifida and hydrocephalus



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Make a difference every day with PDSA
About Us
Join us to help keep even more people and pets together when times are tough. For over a century, PDSA have provided vital veterinary care for the pets of people in financial hardship.
We’re now on a journey to expand our reach to support even more people and their beloved pets. To achieve this ambitious goal, we need passionate and driven individuals who are ready to embrace change and help shape a future-focused PDSA. Together, we'll build a stronger organisation to ensure our services help those who need us most for the next hundred years.
If you're ready to make a real difference and be part of a team that's creating positive change, we want you to join us. Let's build a brighter future for pets and their owners, together.
About you
This is a brand‑new role and an incredibly exciting time to join the team at PDSA. You’ll take the lead in developing a high‑impact prospect research function that underpins a strong pipeline of high‑value donors, trusts, and corporate partners.
In this role, you’ll deliver the insight, analysis, and intelligence that drive income generation, strengthen donor relationships, and shape fundraising strategy—ultimately helping us keep people and pets together when times are tough.
You’ll bring hands‑on experience in building prospect research pipelines, understanding donor behaviour, and using a wide range of tools to identify opportunities. You’re confident working with data, supporting major donor fundraising, and managing due diligence. You’ll also be comfortable navigating CRM systems and research platforms, and skilled at producing clear, actionable reports and briefings that help teams make informed decisions.
Please note that occasional travel will be required to our Head Office in Telford and to our Pet Hospital sites across the UK—typically a couple of times per month.
Rewards, support and benefits
We’re really passionate about being a great place to work, somewhere people feel proud of what they do, connected to a meaningful purpose, and able to make a genuine difference every day. Our teams are collaborative and supportive, and we encourage everyone to bring their ideas, individuality and passion for pets to work with them.
As well as a rewarding role and a positive, people-focused culture, we also offer a wide range of benefits, including:
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Flexible working options to support your work–life balance and individual circumstances.
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25 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays, with option to buy or sell an extra five days.
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Three paid special days off: Volunteering Day, Celebration Day and Wellbeing Day annually.
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Generous pension options, with PDSA contributions starting at 5% and rising to 10%.
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Life assurance providing four times your annual salary for added peace of mind.
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AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme, with 24/7 wellbeing support
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Retail, holiday and lifestyle discounts available through our staff Fetch benefits platform.
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Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave to support you and your family.
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15% discount on PDSA Pet Insurance plus access to staff veterinary services.
To apply for this role, click Apply Now at the top of the page, create a candidate account and complete our simple application form.
PDSA is committed to embedding a culture of diversity and inclusion within our teams that reflect the communities we serve. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies and opportunities for flexible working arrangements to support team members from different backgrounds.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss via email or telephone reasonable adjustments that you may require throughout the recruitment process.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, adults at risk and all our colleagues and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect.
To support this commitment, our recruitment & selection processes are robust and rigorous. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate background checks.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Purpose of the Role
The Clinical & Research Lead role provides senior clinical leadership across Together for Short Lives’ most complex and high-profile programmes. The role leads the design and delivery of national clinical initiatives, strengthens clinical governance and safeguarding oversight, and builds the organisation’s research and evidence capability.
Working closely with the Head of Services & Impact, the postholder ensures programmes are credible, evidence-informed and deliver measurable impact for children, families and the wider sector. The role will lead work that strengthens professional practice, improves outcomes for families, and supports national sector development. The role involves significant external representation, national stakeholder engagement, programme planning, research and data oversight, and leadership of internal and external events.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
· Represent Together for Short Lives in national clinical, policy and professional forums, contributing to the organisation’s credibility and influence across the children’s palliative care sector.
· Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of internally hosted stakeholder meetings, including the Leaders of Care Forum and other professional engagement events.
· Provide professional and reflective input into complex organisational decisions relating to clinical practice, programme design and ethical engagement.
· Build strong relationships with practitioners across health, social care, education and voluntary-sector partners to support implementation of clinical programmes and foster collaboration.
· Engage with Integrated Care Boards, Strategic Clinical Networks, and children’s palliative care providers to ensure our work aligns with national priorities and regional needs.
Programme Leadership & Project Oversight
· Provide senior leadership for the planning, development and delivery of clinical and service-improvement projects, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy.
· Oversee the development of project briefs, initiation documents, outcome measures, risk registers, evaluation plans and implementation timelines.
· Hold responsibility for monitoring progress, quality assurance, and risk management, escalating concerns to the Head of Services & Impact as required.
· Coordinate cross-functional project teams and ensure effective collaboration with external organisations, hospices, NHS partners and charitable funders.
· Ensure projects are delivered within agreed scope, timelines and budgets.
· Support the development of robust programme models, theories of change and outcomes frameworks that strengthen the organisation’s ability to secure external funding.
· Contribute to the development of cases for support and programme proposals in collaboration with fundraising colleagues.
Research, Evidence & Insight
- Lead the organisation’s research prioritisation programme and support development of a national children’s palliative care research agenda.
- Build and maintain relationships with academic partners, research institutions and clinical leaders to strengthen the evidence base for children’s palliative care.
- Support development of evaluation frameworks that demonstrate impact, learning and outcomes across programmes.
- Contribute to the organisation’s longer-term ambition to develop a ‘Centre of Impact’, positioning Together for Short Lives as a national authority on evidence and insight in children’s palliative care.
- Ensure research and evaluation activity is ethically robust, appropriately governed and aligned with sector priorities.
Data, Impact & Reporting
· Provide oversight and leadership for data collection, monitoring and reporting processes across the Services & Impact portfolio.
· Line manage the Data & Impact Officer, ensuring robust reporting systems, high-quality data, and meaningful evaluation of programmes.
· Ensure outputs are translated into insights that demonstrate effectiveness, equity, reach and learning - supporting fundraising, influencing and strategic decision-making.
· Support development of improved feedback mechanisms from families and professionals to evidence the impact of support offers and clinical programmes.
Professional Support, Education & Sector Development
· Contribute to the development and dissemination of clinical resources, guidance, toolkits and training for professionals working with children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions.
· Support national programmes of work, including definitions of children’s palliative care, categories of need, standards, workforce development and professional education.
· Facilitate knowledge exchange and best-practice sharing across the sector through networks, events, workshops and targeted professional engagement.
· Deliver presentations, training sessions and clinical briefings to a wide range of audiences.
Family and Service Engagement
· Work with colleagues across the Services & Impact team and external partners to ensure projects reflect the lived experiences and priorities of children and families.
· Support co-production activities and ensure family voice is meaningfully incorporated into project design and evaluation.
· Promote and signpost to the Family Support Hub and relevant offers, ensuring clear and consistent messaging about available support.
Governance, Quality & Reporting
· Provide additional clinical oversight and challenge across the organisation’s work relating to safeguarding, ethical engagement and complex family situations.
· Contribute to strengthening organisational clinical governance processes and risk management.
· Provide expert advice to colleagues on safeguarding, ethical engagement with families, and complex clinical issues arising from programme work. Contribute to internal reporting cycles, board updates, quarterly programme reviews and funder reports.
· Maintain accurate project documentation, data dashboards and risk logs.
· Provide expert advice to colleagues and stakeholders on clinical considerations and best practice in children’s palliative care.
General Responsibilities
· Provide effective line management, supervision and support to allocated staff.
· Attend team meetings, leadership meetings and organisational events as required.
· Commit to continuous professional development and reflective practice.
· Undertake other duties relevant to the role as required by the Head of Services & Impact.
Please apply using the Application form attached to this advert
We exist to ensure every seriously ill child and their family gets the high-quality children’s palliative and end of life care



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We have an exciting new role at Bags of Taste!
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Corporate and Community Fundraiser to play a key role in the growth of our corporate and community income and develop new partners. This brand new role will develop fundraising opportunities with businesses and community groups, helping to broaden our supporter base and strengthen long-term relationships.
This is an fantastic opportunity for a motivated and proactive individual who is keen to make a tangible difference. This is the first time we’ve recruited a corporate and community fundraiser and there is significant opportunity to raise funds as our organisation grows. The issues of health and well-being across the population and food insecurity are urgent and our work directly addresses these critical issues.
You’ll be a key part of the growth of Bags of Taste’s fundraising activity and will be able to make this your own role. We’re initially recruiting this role as a one year contract however we expect this to become a permanent role as funding allows and we’ll review this with the post holder after six months.
Key responsibilities
Corporate Fundraising
● Develop and implement a plan to raise funds from companies (this could be nationwide or within local project areas) with the Head of Fundraising and Comms
● Research corporate fundraising opportunities and develop a pipeline of prospects
● Approach new businesses to financially support Bags of Taste through presentations, applications, pitches and proposals
● Devise partnership opportunities where required eg volunteering days/fundraising ideas
● Work across the organisation to develop leads via staff, Directors and volunteers
● Account manage all corporate supporters in order to develop strong long-term relationships
● Attend networking events to develop new leads.
Community Fundraising
● Develop and implement a plan to raise funds from community groups. This could include events, peer to peer fundraising or volunteer led activity
● Provide guidance, resources, and encouragement to community fundraisersto help maximise their fundraising efforts.
● Attend networking events where needed.
Relationship Development and Stewardship
● Build and develop relationships with all corporate and community partners
● Develop fundraising tools and guidance for all supporters
● Ensure excellent stewardship for all partners in order to build strong, long term relationships. This includes good recognition and communication (reporting and updating).
Administration
● Prepare budgets where needed, track income and forecasts
● Maintain accurate records acrosscorporate and community fundraising
● Ensure compliance with all fundraising regulations, GDPR and organisational policies.
General
● Support and supervise volunteers as and when required
● Attend and support networking events or other events or fundraising activity as required to represent Bags of Taste, including occasional working outside of normal office hours, including some evenings or weekends.
● Undertake other duties appropriate to the role to support the aims of Bags of Taste.
Why join Bags of Taste?
● You’ll be part of a small, ambitious organisation with a big vision and a strong sense of purpose. The issues around health inequalities and poor diets and the need for solutions are critical.
● This is a hugely flexible role in a supportive organisation.
About Bags of Taste
The work of Bags of Taste and the issues that we tackle are highly topical and relevant so there is a lot of opportunity and scope to raise funds from companies and the community. Our vision that everyone should be able to access and cook good food has never been more important.
We address dietary related health inequalities and food insecurity - both these issues have been exacerbated by the current cost of living crisis and public health challenges. There is recognition now that food banks are not a sustainable solution and Bags of Taste works across a number of high need communities enabling people to be happier, healthier and more resilient.
Applications will only be accepted together with a cover letter outlining how they meet all the details in the person specification.
Bags of Taste transforms the lives of people with multiple disadvantages by providing support so they can enjoy tasty, healthy and affordable food.


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Acorns Children’s Hospice provides specialist care and support for babies, children and young people who are life limited or life threatened. Supporting over 750 children and nearly 1,000 families annually, Acorns is a vital lifeline for families across the West Midlands and Gloucestershire during unimaginably difficult times.
Over the past three years, Acorns’ leadership has enhanced collaboration and innovation across the charity and embedded an organisation-wide fundraising culture. With a newly integrated Partnerships Team and an ambitious £5m appeal ahead, Acorns is now seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to drive high-value corporate new business and secure strategic partnerships that deliver long-term income growth.
Reporting to the Head of Partnerships, this is a senior corporate new business role focused on identifying, cultivating and converting strategic prospects into multi-year partners. You will own and drive a c.£1m new business pipeline, lead senior-level engagement including C-suite conversations, and secure six-figure+ partnerships aligned to Acorns’ strategic priorities.
If you thrive on making things happen, enjoy research and relationship-building, and want to make a big difference quickly, this is the role for you. We’re looking for a proactive, confident fundraiser with a strong conversion rate and the energy to lead Acorns’ new business push.
As Senior Business Development Manager, you will:
- Identify and engage companies for multi-year strategic partnerships, Charity of the Year agreements, sponsorship and cause-related marketing
- Own and manage a robust new business pipeline of circa £1m, ensuring accurate forecasting, progression and conversion
- Secure high-value corporate partnerships, including stock generation and innovative fundraising initiatives
- Build and influence relationships at senior level, including C-suite stakeholders
- Work closely with the Partnerships and Community teams to ensure smooth transition of new partners into account management
- Line manage the Business Development Manager and drive performance against agreed targets
Essential skills and experience:
- Proven corporate fundraising or business development experience within a charity or commercial setting
- Track record of securing six-figure+ corporate partnerships
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with experience engaging senior stakeholders and C-suite leaders
- Experience operating in a targeted, commercially focused environment
- Commercial awareness, including experience of budgets, forecasting and ROI analysis
- Experience managing contractual agreements and working within GDPR and fundraising compliance frameworks
- Experience using CRM systems to manage pipeline and reporting
- Line management experience
Desirable:
- Knowledge of the CSR and ESG landscape and corporate partnership trends
- Experience of cause-related marketing and sponsorship activation
- Familiarity with regional corporate networks and fundraising landscape
- Experience supporting major appeals or high-profile campaign activity
Employee benefits include:
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- 5 days holiday buyback scheme starting from April 2026
- 5% employer pension contribution
- Life assurance scheme (2 x annual salary)
- Retail discounts (including the Blue Light card)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted gym membership
- Access to expert financial health and wellbeing support
To apply, please upload your CV, making sure it reflects the essential skills and experience outlined above. You can use the notes/cover letter section to share any additional relevant information. Suitable applicants will be contacted and given full support with formal application process.
Round 1 interviews – w/c 30 March (TBC)
Round 2 interviews – Thursday 9 April
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Kids Club Kampala are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Trusts & Foundations Manager to join our small but highly effective team, helping to raise funds and awareness of our work in East Africa through grant fundraising.
About Kids Club Kampala and the Role
Kids Club Kampala is a children’s charity with a Christian ethos working across East Africa. Our mission is to transform children’s lives, empower communities, and reduce poverty throughout East Africa. We do this by meeting children’s and families’ immediate needs and strengthening their futures through child protection, access to education and family strengthening. Together, we can help more children not just survive but thrive. We envision a world where every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential. By remaining child-centred and prioritising the needs of the poorest, by 2035 we will have made a tangible impact in over 5 million lives.
We have grown significantly in recent years and last year expanded our work from Uganda to across East Africa. Grant fundraising remains one of our primary income streams and the Trusts & Foundations Manager will build on our strengths and successes in this area, developing our existing relationships and working to generate new partnership opportunities.
Job Description
Strategy & Pipeline Development
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Develop and execute an annual Trusts & Foundations strategy to meet income targets and diversify the portfolio.
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Research, prospect and cultivate our grant funding pipeline of international funding opportunities.
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Maintain an up to date knowledge of the broader grants fundraising environment.
Bid Development & Proposal Writing
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Write high-quality, evidence-based proposals that translate East African programme data into persuasive narratives.
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Collaborate with the Head of Finance on project budgets and support the Finance & Grants Officer with research, applications and reporting.
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Develop bespoke bids for institutional funding applications while maintaining the integrity of operational goals.
Partnership Management & Stewardship
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Manage a portfolio of existing donors, building long-term partnerships through proactive engagement.
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Provide bespoke updates and support the CEO with preparing and presenting at virtual or in person meetings.
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Execute strategies to move one-off grants toward multi-year commitments for sustainable income.
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Support to develop and expand our corporate partnership portfolio.
Impact Reporting & Grant Management
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Produce accurate, high-quality progress and impact reports.
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Maintain precise CRM records, tracking all reporting deadlines.
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Monitor grant expenditure and milestones, flagging potential risks or deviations to senior leadership.
Person Specification
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, whether or not you have a degree. If you meet most of the following criteria, we encourage you to apply.
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Commitment to our mission and values.
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Experience working in the charity sector.
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Strong track record working within grants fundraising.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to craft compelling narratives and proposals.
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Experience working with budgets and financial information.
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Excellent organisational and time management skills.
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High attention to detail and accuracy.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace.
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Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
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Adaptability and the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer
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Annual Leave: 25 days of annual leave pro rata, plus 8 public holidays and an additional day off for your birthday.
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Flexible Working: Fully remote working with flexible hours.
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Pension: 5% employer pension contributions.
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Professional Development: Individual training and development plan, with ongoing investment in your growth.
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Project Visit: Option to visit East Africa after your first year of employment.
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Team Wellbeing: Quarterly team meet-ups, including an annual wellbeing day, and a Christmas get-together.
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Training Days: Annual training days and a generous training budget.
How to apply
Please apply via CharityJob with your CV along with a covering letter, detailing why you are applying for the job and how you meet the person specification before the closing date of Friday 27th March 2026. Interviews will be held via video conference the week of the 6th April 2026.
If you have any questions or need further information about the role, please feel free to reach out.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Kids Club Kampala, we are committed to building an inclusive organisation where diversity is celebrated, and everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups. Please note, you must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this position.
Helping kids in East Africa survive and thrive


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About Advantage Mentoring
We are specialists in partnering The NHS with the charitable arms of professional football clubs: known as Club Community Organisations (CCO).
We harness the power of professional football club’s community organisations to deliver mental health mentoring programmes which provide solutions to key community challenges.
Our vision is to create a transformative network where anchor institutions and CCOs collaborate seamlessly to deliver sustainable, impactful mental health and well-being support to local communities.
We aim to fill the gaps in existing healthcare and wellbeing services by harnessing the unique position that CCOs have in local communities and providing effective programmes that meet people at their point and place of need.
Our goals are to continue tackling and reducing health inequalities, increase equal access to mental health support and provide better experiences and outcomes for our participants.
About the role and its purpose
· You will be responsible for Advantage’s income and business development activity
· You will lead a broad range of income generating activities and manage relationships with stakeholders
· You will be responsible for growing income from a variety of sources, income streams and relationships
· You will have a clear priority focus on converting pilot and seed-funded contracts to longer-term sustainable contracts and developing donations and project funding
Key tasks & responsibilities
Income generation
· Use your skills, creativity and experience to develop our income generation strategy
· Develop ideas for creative sponsorship and funding opportunities, putting together and submitting proposal and tender documents; identifying suitable partners; presenting proposals and closing deals
· Converting pilot and seed-funded contracts to longer-term sustainable contracts e.g. current Postcode Lottery agreement in the North-East converting to a long-term contract with North-East and North Cumbria ICB (more information to this can be given at interview stage)
· Support drawing up and negotiating contracts and ensuring delivery
· Work with stakeholders and our internal team to scope and develop exciting new opportunities
· Develop and steward fundraising and donor relationships in order to increase income
· Deliver on agreed income targets
Partnerships and Networks
· Build and maintain a network of strategic key external contacts that can support Advantage Mentoring’s work. Stakeholders will be from private, public and third sector groups. Take an active role in representing Advantage Mentoring to appropriate Trusts and Foundations
· Develop a work plan for private sector and philanthropic engagement to achieve a joined up and coherent approach to engaging with commercial organisations across multiple outcomes (financial, brand awareness, influencing policy and support-in-kind)
Communication, marketing and external relations
· Work with Communications colleagues to create materials that will attract new strategic partners, for example highly targeted work aimed at specific sectors being clear about the value of partnering with Advantage Mentoring
· Represent Advantage Mentoring with external audiences (in the media, at events, in meetings with senior stakeholders)
Strategic Leadership
· Develop and implement Advantage’s income generation strategy and policies, as a part of the Leadership Team
· Ensure that partner organisations understand and commit to our values
Management
· Oversee the business development pipeline and ensure that enough proposals are being submitted to make the achievement of income targets probable
· Provide income generation information to the Managing Director and participate in Executive Team meetings and Board meetings
· Report to the Board on income generation as required.
· Maintain a thorough understanding of financial targets and progress
· Work alongside the Head of Operations & Projects to make sure projects are properly initiated and well managed to ensure all contractual obligations are achieved
· Work closely with the PR/Comms Manager to support the awareness of the organisation’s work on a national and local level
Reporting
· Utilise the project bids pipeline spreadsheet and capacity spreadsheet to inform planning and resourcing
· Maintain an effective database of Grants, Trust and Foundation contacts
· Monitor digital income streams to ensure they are effective and opportunities are secured
· Work in collaboration with the communications team to build brand awareness, and promote income generation and impact developing content for key messaging, PR, and branding materials to support effective marketing of the organisation
· Design and develop key income generation materials to enhance our external visibility including extending our profile via submissions for awards and recognition programmes
· Plan and support events for awareness raising and dissemination of our work
· Ensure systems and processes for managing data comply with the organisation’s data protection obligations, charity law and GDPR
· Develop robust systems for the effective stewardship and reporting to supporters of our work
Essential Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Personal Qualities
Experience
· Substantial experience of income generation and development activity, including
• Handling key clients
• Preparing, costing, pitching and closing proposals
• Completing tender documents for submission
• Ensuring delivery of initiatives on time and within budget to the satisfaction of all parties
· Experience of working with corporate partners, establishing and delivering impactful, strategic partnerships with the commercial sector
· Experience in developing and stewarding fundraising and donor relationships
· Experience of building and sustaining relationships and partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders
· Understanding of impact measurement frameworks
Knowledge & Skills
· Skilled in working with a wide range of organisations and stakeholders
· Excellent communication and influencing skills
· Good knowledge of the public, private and third sector
· Excellent organisational and planning skills
· Ability to set and meet deadlines
· Excellent written communications skills, including ability to write persuasive and engaging content
· IT skills (able to use Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and databases)
· Ability to work in a pressured environment and work to deadlines.
Personal Qualities
· Gets things done, delivers to highest of standards and takes responsibility
· Entrepreneurial, innovative, personable, collaborative and good at working both in a team and under your own initiative
· Able to represent Advantage Mentoring, reflecting its values and priorities
· Able to encourage contributions and involvement from a broad and diverse range of staff by being visible and accessible
· Flexible and dynamic, with an ability to adapt and respond quickly to a fast-changing environment
· Ability to negotiate and influence others in a positive manner and confidence to deal with different priorities and differing views.
· Ability to manage expectations.
· Diplomacy and ability to deal with difficult situations.
· Strong delivery focus, with the ability to drive progress forward and a concern for results and achieving goals.
· Confident communicator
· Ability to quickly build credibility internally and externally
· Ability to work in partnership and with flexibility
· Excellent attention to detail
· Proactive, thinks ahead, generates innovative ideas
Other
· Ability to undertake travel around England if/as needed with possible overnight stays
Values & Behaviours
Collaborative
Advantage collaborates with anchor institutions and CCOs to deliver preventative, engaging, and accessible healthcare to those in the community who need it. Our programmes are co-designed and tailored to local needs whilst building sustainable local and national networks.
Inclusive
Advantage aims to give people the opportunity to access our programmes regardless of their race, gender, or socioeconomic class. We believe in creating equal opportunities and breaking down barriers to ensure everyone can benefit from our services.
Supportive
Our mental health programmes increase equal access to care, delivering better experiences and outcomes through evidence-based practices and continuous improvement. Advantage widens access to services closer to home, reduces unnecessary delays, and unburdens other anchor institutions by building capacity to support people.
Impactful
We specialise in creating sustainable partnerships between CCOs and anchor institutions harnessing each entity’s strengths to form a unified support network. Our tailored project and performance management packages ensure ongoing quality assurance, improvement, and responsive adaptations to meet the evolving needs of our partners and their communities.
Advantage Mentoring CIC positively encourages applications from suitable qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
The role is remote but there is an expectation you will be able to travel around the country and in to our Head Office in London Bridge when needed.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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EQUISS Caseworker
Reports to: Head of Advocacy and Safeguarding
Purpose of the Role
EQUISS is an independent organisation working to strengthen safeguarding, welfare and accountability across the equestrian sector.
Across the equestrian world - from riding schools and training yards to competitions and affiliated clubs - concerns about abuse, misconduct and unsafe practices have too often been difficult to raise, navigate or resolve. EQUISS has been established to help change that: ensuring individuals affected by harm are heard, supported and able to access clear and safe pathways for raising concerns.
This role represents the first advocacy caseworker position within EQUISS, playing a central part in establishing a new, independent support service for the equestrian sector.
The Caseworker will provide trauma-informed advocacy, guidance and practical support to individuals experiencing abuse, harm or misconduct within equestrian environments. The role will help individuals understand their options, access appropriate support and navigate reporting processes within sport and, where appropriate, statutory systems.
Working closely with the Head of Advocacy and Safeguarding, the Caseworker will help deliver EQUISS’s advocacy service and support line, ensuring individuals receive safe, informed and survivor-centred support.
As one of the early roles within a developing organisation, the Caseworker will also contribute insight from frontline casework to help EQUISS identify patterns, risks and systemic safeguarding challenges within the equestrian world, supporting the organisation’s wider mission to drive meaningful reform.
Key Responsibilities
Advocacy and Support
- Provide empathetic, trauma-informed support to individuals seeking guidance relating to abuse, misconduct or safeguarding concerns within equestrian environments
- Act as a single point of contact (SPOC) for individuals engaging with the criminal justice system, helping them understand processes, maintain communication with relevant agencies and access appropriate support throughout the process
- Listen to and respond to disclosures in a sensitive, survivor-centred manner while always maintaining professional boundaries, and ensuring clients understand the remit of the service
- Help individuals understand their rights, options and available pathways for raising concerns
- Support individuals to make informed decisions about next steps, while respecting their autonomy and choices
- Where appropriate, accompany and support individuals at face-to-face meetings, including meetings with organisations, safeguarding professionals or governing bodies, and provide advocacy support during interactions with police or court processes
- Maintain appropriate and supportive contact with individuals seeking assistance, ensuring clear communication and follow-up where appropriate
Case Management
- Manage a caseload of advocacy enquiries and support requests under the supervision of the Head of Advocacy and Safeguarding
- Conduct structured needs and risk assessments to understand the circumstances and support needs of individuals contacting EQUISS
- Maintain clear, accurate and confidential case records in line with organisational policies and data protection requirements
- Ensure individuals are appropriately signposted or referred to specialist services such as counselling, legal advice, advocacy organisations or statutory services where required
Safeguarding
- Identify safeguarding concerns involving children, young people or adults at risk and respond in line with EQUISS safeguarding procedures.
- Escalate safeguarding concerns to the Head of Advocacy and Safeguarding where appropriate, seeking guidance on complex or high-risk situations while maintaining confidence in managing routine casework independently
- Support the safe handling and documentation of safeguarding concerns, including gathering relevant information and assisting with referrals where appropriate.
- Maintain clear and confidential records of safeguarding decisions and actions taken
Partnership and Liaison
- Work collaboratively with relevant organisations and professionals where appropriate, including safeguarding leads within equestrian sport, statutory agencies and specialist support services
- Support individuals in navigating organisational processes where concerns relate to equestrian environments
- Help build constructive relationships with relevant safeguarding and welfare partners
Learning and Insight
- Contribute insight from casework to help EQUISS identify patterns, risks and systemic safeguarding issues within the equestrian world
- Contribute insight from casework and engagement with individuals to help inform EQUISS communications, campaigns and sector awareness work, supporting the organisation in highlighting safeguarding issues within the equestrian sector
- Support the development of organisational learning by sharing themes and insights emerging from advocacy work
- Assist the Head of Advocacy and Safeguarding in identifying areas where sector guidance or safeguarding training may be beneficial
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Safeguarding training at Level 3, or willingness to undertake Level 3 safeguarding training within the first six months of appointment
Desirable
- ISVA, IDVA or CHISVA qualification, or equivalent advocacy training.
- Additional training in trauma-informed practice, safeguarding or victim-survivor support
Where candidates do not yet hold an ISVA, IDVA or CHISVA qualification, EQUISS will support the successful candidate to undertake relevant advocacy or safeguarding training as part of their professional development.
Essential Experience
- Experience supporting individuals affected by abuse, safeguarding concerns or trauma within a professional setting
- Experience providing advocacy, casework or support within safeguarding, welfare, social care sport or related sectors
- Experience working with sensitive and confidential information
- Understanding of trauma-informed and survivor-centred practice
Knowledge
- Understanding of safeguarding principles relating to children, young people and adults at risk
- Awareness of barriers individuals may face when reporting abuse or misconduct
- Understanding of professional boundaries and safe information sharing
Skills
- Excellent listening and communication skills
- Ability to engage sensitively with individuals discussing difficult experiences
- Ability to assess needs, prioritise actions and manage casework effectively
- Strong organisational and record-keeping skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
Additional Information
- The role may involve occasional travel to provide in-person advocacy support, including attending meetings with organisations or statutory agencies, and accompanying individuals to police stations, court hearings or other relevant appointments where appropriate
- Some evening or weekend availability may occasionally be required
- The role requires an enhanced DBS check
- The postholder will participate in regular supervision and reflective practice
- The postholder must demonstrate a commitment to EQUISS’ values of safety, respect, integrity and inclusion
About EQUISS
EQUISS is an independent organisation working across the equestrian sector to improve safeguarding, welfare and accountability. We support individuals affected by abuse and misconduct, work with organisations to strengthen safeguarding practice, and drive systemic change through training, standards and advocacy.
Our work brings together three key areas: supporting individuals navigating concerns, strengthening safeguarding practice across the sector, and campaigning for meaningful reform where systems are failing.
As a developing organisation, EQUISS is building the structures, services and standards needed to ensure safeguarding and welfare are prioritised across the equestrian world.
Please note: There will be a requirement to travel for this role.
Employment package:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- A personal pension plan provided through NEST after 3 months
- Private Healthcare insurance after successful completion of probationary period
- Reporting to Head of Advocacy & Safeguarding
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
BACKGROUND
Church of England Birmingham (CofEB) is on a journey of growing churches at the heart of every community. Through this we are seeing growth in many exciting ways. Financially we are at a challenging point. We have had an operational deficit for a number of years and this cannot continue. The National Church has agreed to partner with us around this through their Diocesan Investment Programme enabling us to have the time, and resource, to tackle this head on. One key aspect of this is for us to increase our Common Fund returns (the giving from our parishes that supports the costs of our life together). We are taking a radical new approach to our finances which includes intentional reallocation of income to support the costs in our most economically deprived parishes and deeper relationships with each parish around finance through conversation rather than correspondence. Over the next five years we are hoping to be able to move to a financially sustainable platform which will enable us to better serve our communities in the future.
We have recently recruited a new Head of Generosity, who is also Bishops Advisor for Common Fund, to lead on this work and we are now looking to recruit the team to work with them. The focus of the team is to develop long term relationships with all of our parishes leading to:
- Greater support for our parishes.
- Increased generosity by, and within, our parishes.
- Increased Common Fund.
The current plan is to recruit two Giving & Generosity Advisor roles and one Giving & Generosity Support Officer role. Together this team will work with all of our parishes to roll out our financial approach, through in person meetings, and the support that is on offer as part of this.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The primary focus of this role is to work with parishes to:
- Understand their current financial situation and how this links to the wider Church of England Birmingham situation.
- Understand our model and how support is on offer for parishes who are economically deprived.
- Assess with them the support needed to increase generosity and giving at a local level and create an action plan around this that is bespoke and contextual.
- Create a long-term plan for their participation in the common fund.
We have 146 parishes and the Head of Generosity will manage the team so that all parishes can be engaged as quickly as possible. It is the Head of Generosity and two Giving & Generosity Advisors who will be carrying out the in-person meetings with each parish. These roles will work closely with a range of people and teams across Church of England Birmingham so that this work is integrated within our wider strategy and parishes are not confused by multiple disjointed initiatives. This will mean working with Archdeacons and Area Deans, Mission Support Team, Ministry Team, Property Team, Finance Team, Community Regeneration Team and Communications Team as well as others.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Develop strong relationships with parishes that will enable this project to flourish and also help increase the connection between parishes and the DBF. Signposting to other teams and projects will be important.
- Inspiring and encouraging parishes in their Christian approach to giving and generosity
- Creating bespoke multiyear plans for Common Fund with parishes with the support of a Steering Group that includes the Archdeacons and other key stakeholders.
- Provide consultancy, resources, and hands-on support to parishes to grow regular giving, legacies, and other forms of financial support. This work will be able to draw on the resources developed by the national church as well as the data held on their Cornerstone Grants Platform. The post-holder will be expected to engage in the work of the National Giving Team as part of the development of these wider resources.
- Develop and deliver training for clergy, lay leaders and PCCs on the theology and Christian practice of giving and generosity and also practical financial management (in conjunction with the Finance Team).
- Work closely with the Finance Team in matters of technical accounting, governance and financial management identified as needed by parishes.
- Encourage and assist parishes in the implementation of the Parish Giving Scheme, introduction of contactless giving mechanisms and related diocesan resources.
- Source, develop and curate practical resources (digital and print) to support local stewardship campaigns and initiatives.
- Evaluate the impact of stewardship and generosity initiatives and adapt strategies accordingly to achieve the project outcomes.
- Working with our Communications Team, create compelling communication tools that articulate the impact of generosity.
As we are looking to recruit two people into these roles there is flexibility to appoint people with complementary skill sets who may have greater expertise in certain elements of the role.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
- Strong understanding of church governance structures and financial operations and requirements.
- Knowledge of generosity principles and Christian financial stewardship.
- A prayerful Christian with a deep commitment to the Church’s mission (Genuine Occupational Requirement).
- Experience of working in a sensitive environment and handling confidential matters with tact and diplomacy.
Essential Skills & Attributes:
- Resilient and adaptable, able to handle challenges and maintain momentum in a demanding role.
- Strong people skills, able to engage effectively with parishes and church communities.
- Good communicator being able to engage a wide range of stakeholders and hold their attention.
- Trustworthy and credible, able to build and maintain confidence with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Empathetic towards parishes and deeply committed to supporting the local church.
- Excellent conflict resolution skills, capable of handling difficult conversations with care and professionalism.
- Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities and keep track of numerous ongoing responsibilities.
- Capable implementer, ensuring initiatives are successfully delivered, both at a local and diocese wide level.
- Financially literate, with a good understanding of budgets, stewardship, and sustainability within the Church.
- As the role involves visiting parishes across the diocese, including some locations not accessible by public transport, candidates must be able to travel independently. This requires holding a valid driving licence and access to a suitably insured vehicle.
- Be a person of integrity.
Other Considerations:
- The role requires significant evening and weekend work, demanding flexibility and commitment.
- Local presence is essential—the role must be delivered in an incarnational way, engaging directly with communities.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The post-holder will be employed by the Diocesan Board of Finance for a fixed term ending on 2nd November 2030, subject to funding.
Salary and Pension: Salary of £35,000 plus membership of the Church Worker’s Pension Scheme with 12% employer contribution. We are open to discussion especially if you are ordained and are moving out of parish ministry.
Hours: Full-time 35 hours (5 days) per week. Weekend and evening work will be required, for which the equivalent time may be taken back from standard working hours. We are happy to consider requests for flexible working and candidates seeking part-time hours. Please do mention in your application if you would be interested in looking at alternative working hours.
Holidays: 5 weeks per year plus Bank Holidays and 3 Discretionary Days between Christmas and New Year
Employer: Birmingham Diocesan Board of Finance
Responsible To: Head of Generosity
CLOSING DATE: 12th April 2026
INTERVIEWS: 23rd April 2026 in central Birmingham
For an informal conversation or further information about the role, contact Dawn Baker, Head of Generosity.
The Church of England Birmingham is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where all can be themselves and bring their unique identity to their ministry and/or work.
We welcome applications from any individuals who feel that they meet the person specification for any post, in particular from those who are currently under-represented in or staff teams such as those from Global Majority Heritage or UK Minority Ethnic backgrounds, those with visible or invisible disabilities and those who identify as LGBTQI+.
We offer a range of inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and other services to our staff teams.
The Church of England Birmingham is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders are expected to share this commitment.
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Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager
We are seeking an experienced Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager to lead high value fundraising and build transformational relationships with major donors and partners.
Position: Senior Manager, Philanthropy & Partnerships
Salary: £46,000 per annum
Location: Remote within the UK with occasional travel
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 5:00pm on Thursday 2nd April 2026. (We reserve the right to close the role early should a suitable applicant be found)
About the Role
This senior fundraising role leads the strategy and delivery of high value income including major donors, trusts and foundations, and corporate partnerships.
You will manage key relationships, develop compelling funding proposals and lead strategic collaborations that generate significant income and long term impact.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and delivering strategy for high value fundraising streams
- Managing and growing a portfolio of major donors, trusts and corporate partners
- Developing partnership proposals and cases for support
- Leading stewardship plans to secure long term partnerships
- Identifying and pursuing new high value funding opportunities
- Leading and developing colleagues within the fundraising team
- Working with senior leadership to support organisational income strategy
- Ensuring effective reporting, compliance and pipeline management
About You
You will be a senior fundraiser with a strong track record in securing major gifts and developing strategic partnerships.
You will bring:
- Significant experience in high value fundraising or partnerships
- Proven success securing large gifts or strategic partnerships
- Strong relationship management and influencing skills
- Experience developing fundraising strategy and income plans
- Ability to lead and develop teams
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
About the Organisation
This organisation works in partnership with Indigenous and local communities to protect rainforests and tackle the climate crisis. By supporting community led conservation and providing practical resources, they help protect vital ecosystems while strengthening resilience against environmental threats.
Other roles you may have experience of could include; Head of Philanthropy, Major Gifts Manager, Partnerships Manager, Trusts and Foundations Manager, Head of Fundraising, Development Manager.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.
We are seeking an exceptional leader who can act as a credible spokesperson and ambassador for the Catholic Union, building trusted relationships across the Church, parliament and wider society and helping to grow the Catholic Union’s influence and engagement in the years ahead.
Founded in 1870, the Catholic Union of Great Britain brings Catholic laity and Catholic social teaching to the public square across England, Wales and Scotland. Working in partnership with dioceses, parishes, MPs, MSPs, MSs, peers and Catholic organisations, our vision is of a society in which Catholic laity are informed, equipped and encouraged to engage in public life.
Our work is shaped by three key themes: engagement, education and encouragement. Through these we foster informed participation in public debate, help Catholics and the wider public understand contemporary social and political issues through a Catholic lens, and inspire greater confidence for Catholics to contribute to civic and community life.
In recent years the Catholic Union has developed from being largely volunteer-led into a more professional and strategically focused organisation, strengthening relationships across the Church and wider society. Our Weekly Briefing, now read by around 6,500 people each week, has become a key channel for parliamentary reporting, Catholic news and reflection.
As Director, you will lead the Catholic Union at an exciting moment in its development. You will represent the Catholic Union publicly, strengthening relationships with bishops, diocesan leaders, parliamentarians and Catholic organisations. You will act as a trusted ambassador for the Union, grow our channels of influence and engagement, and work with Trustees, Council and a small experienced team to support the organisation’s continued development.
If you are inspired by the opportunity to serve as a public voice for a respected Catholic organisation and help foster thoughtful dialogue and engagement in public life, we would love to hear from you.
For more information, please see the job pack attached. Closing date 10th April.
About the role
UnLtd is a vibrant, ambitious organisation at the heart of the UK’s social enterprise sector. As a key stakeholder and leading funder and supporter of social entrepreneurs, we continuously learn and adapt to better meet their needs and maximise their impact.
We are seeking an Events Manager to lead UnLtd’s event portfolio while our current Events Manager is on maternity leave. This person will be responsible for leading, coordinating and delivering the event plan in line with the organisational strategy. We are looking for a confident event specialist who will be able to support our frontline team to deliver a schedule of events for social entrepreneurs and UnLtd’s wider network.
You will be flexible in your approach and confident managing the whole process from planning through to delivery and event evaluation. The role is primarily hands-on and often involves working as part of, and at times leading, a cross-functional team. This role will suit you if you are patient and keep calm when things don’t go to plan, or when you don’t have all the answers you need. You’ll fall back on your meticulous organisation skills to ensure that UnLtd events are produced efficiently, fulfil their purpose, and are executed to the highest level.
This role may include some travel within the UK and evening work; however, we operate a TOIL system.
We find social entrepreneurs with bold solutions to today's challenges.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Contract Type: Fixed Term for 18 months from start date
1st stage interviews: 31st March and 1st April
2nd stage interviews: TBC
As the Lead for Mental Health and Access, you will guide an organisation that is committed to ending youth employment by supporting thousands of young people across the UK to break down barriers and thrive. This is your chance to drive transformation, inform national practice and build partnerships.
Working closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams, you will bring specialist insight and a confident, practice-based approach to designing and implementing frameworks, training and tools that strengthen our mental health response. You’ll be creating national principles for our delivery partners, advising on national partnerships and helping us build an inclusive journey for every young person who accesses our programmes. Your work will influence design, safeguarding, learning and operations across the country.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who combines strong clinical or operational expertise with strategic vision and a collaborative style to implement and deliver on this new and exciting programme of work. If you thrive on leading meaningful change, shaping national initiatives and championing equity of access for young people, we would love you to join us in our most ambitious period of transformation in our organisation's history.
What happens next?
Please submit a CV, and a Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.
Why do we need a Mental Health & Access Lead?
Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives, and we couldn’t do this without the important work of the Mental Health & Access Lead!
Perks for working at The Trust!
- Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
- You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events, etc.
- In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
- Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
- Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
- Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Make a difference every day with PDSA
About Us
Join us to help keep even more people and pets together when times are tough. For over a century, PDSA have provided vital veterinary care for the pets of people in financial hardship.
We’re now on a journey to expand our reach to support even more people and their beloved pets. To achieve this ambitious goal, we need passionate and driven individuals who are ready to embrace change and help shape a future-focused PDSA. Together, we'll build a stronger organisation to ensure our services help those who need us most for the next hundred years.
If you're ready to make a real difference and be part of a team that's creating positive change, we want you to join us. Let's build a brighter future for pets and their owners, together.
About you
We’re looking for a dynamic, field‑based Change Coach to play a key role in our frontline improvement programme, partnering with pet hospitals across the West and East Midlands. Your mission will be to ensure that new ways of working are not only delivered, but fully understood, adopted and sustained in everyday practice.
What you’ll be doing
As the vital link between central project teams and hospital colleagues, you will work closely with leaders, vets, nurses and support teams to plan and embed practical changes. You will provide hands‑on support before, during and after go‑live, using real‑time coaching, observation and adoption data to:
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Reinforce new processes, tools and behaviours
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Coach leaders and key influencers to build local capability
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Identify and mitigate risks to long‑term sustainability
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Capture insights and lessons learned to strengthen future rollouts
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Act of as voice for the hospital teams, providing feedback and insights.
What we’re looking for
You’ll bring proven experience in change delivery, operational coaching or transformation, ideally within multi‑site or frontline environments. You’ll have a strong, practical understanding of change management principles and how to apply them in busy, people‑focused settings.
This role suits someone who is energised by being out in the field, confident travelling regularly across sites and skilled at building trust, influencing others and communicating clearly at all levels.
This is a fixed term contract for 9 months and will be field‑based with regular travel across the West & East Midlands
Rewards, support and benefits
We’re really passionate about being a great place to work, somewhere people feel proud of what they do, connected to a meaningful purpose, and able to make a genuine difference every day. Our teams are collaborative and supportive, and we encourage everyone to bring their ideas, individuality and passion for pets to work with them.
As well as a rewarding role and a positive, people-focused culture, we also offer a wide range of benefits, including:
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Flexible working options to support your work–life balance and individual circumstances.
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25 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays, with option to buy or sell an extra five days.
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Three paid special days off: Volunteering Day, Celebration Day and Wellbeing Day annually.
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Generous pension options, with PDSA contributions starting at 5% and rising to 10%.
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Life assurance providing four times your annual salary for added peace of mind.
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AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme, with 24/7 wellbeing support
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Retail, holiday and lifestyle discounts available through our staff Fetch benefits platform.
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Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave to support you and your family.
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15% discount on PDSA Pet Insurance plus access to staff veterinary services.
To apply for this role, click Apply Now at the top of the page, create a candidate account and complete our simple application form.
PDSA is committed to embedding a culture of diversity and inclusion within our teams that reflect the communities we serve. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies and opportunities for flexible working arrangements to support team members from different backgrounds.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss via email or telephone reasonable adjustments that you may require throughout the recruitment process.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, adults at risk and all our colleagues and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect.
To support this commitment, our recruitment & selection processes are robust and rigorous. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate background checks.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31/01/2028
Location: London, Birmingham or Manchester only - hybrid working 40-60% of your week in the office
1st stage interviews: 31/03 in our South London Centre
2nd stage interviews: 08/04 in our Birmingham Centre
We’re looking for a dynamic Strategic Programme Lead to drive one of the most ambitious periods of change in our organisation’s history. As we redesign our business model and deliver against our 2025–2030 strategy, you’ll turn big‑picture ambition into clear, actionable plans that help us create long‑term, sustainable impact for young people across the UK.
In this pivotal role, you’ll lead our business model transformation programme, bringing clarity to complexity, navigating ambiguity, and ensuring progress at pace. You’ll work closely with senior leaders, build strong relationships across the organisation, and translate strategic insight into phased delivery plans that truly shift how we operate. From facilitating leadership workshops to testing new models and monitoring impact, you’ll be at the heart of shaping how The King’s Trust works today and evolves for tomorrow.
If you excel at turning strategy into action and want your work to fuel real organisational progress, we’d love to hear from you. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences - what matters most is your ability to provide strategic leadership, work collaboratively across complex environments, and help drive meaningful change for the young people we support.
What happens next?
Please submit a CV and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.
Why do we need a Strategic Programme Lead?
Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives, and we couldn’t do this without the important work of our Strategic Programme Lead!
Perks for working at The Trust!
- Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
- You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events, etc.
- In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
- Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
- Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
- Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.