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Location: The role is national, managing teams in Northern Ireland, Wales and across England. You will need to be able to work at one of our BookTrust offices in London, Leeds, Belfast or Cardiff for an average of 8 days per month whilst some of these collaboration days may be worked in partner locations, at events or stakeholder meetings in any part of the country. The position will require regular travel to BookTrust office bases and to visit and engage as needed.
BookTrust is the UK’s largest children’s reading charity. We know that children who read are happier, healthier, more empathetic, and more creative. They also do better at school.
Working with every local authority and across every region in the country, and supported by Arts Council funding, we reach over 3 million families a year via partners in schools, children’s centres, health visitors and libraries. This incredible network helps us to get children reading across the country.
This is a new role within the organisation and the postholder will be responsible for defining aspects of the role, building relationships and processes that will enhance our ways of working as part of wider organisational processes.
You will be an excellent communicator who manages up effectively and who is comfortable working across a matrixed managed team. You will work closely with the Director of Partnerships in building relationships, systems and processes that support our delivery across regions and countries as well as working closely with key role holders such as but not confined to the Head of Partnerships Development, and Head of Programme for Vulnerable Children.
The Head of Partnerships Delivery will lead and coordinate our early years scaled programme delivery as well as ensuring activities to support delivery and development of our vulnerable children’s work are catered or within team processes and relationship building with strategic and local stakeholders.
This work spans the organisation – and will have a close working relationships with key stakeholders in operations on aspects of the work as well as to research and impact, design and innovation, growth planning, communications, profile-raising and income generation – and requires strong collaborative working to draw on skills and capacity in all these areas.
To apply, please complete the application along with a copy of your CV.
Want to join us? To find out more about who we are please go to our website.
Please note that this advert may close early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity
We aim to provide an inclusive recruitment process and actively welcome applications from diverse talent pools: minority ethnic candidates, candidates with disabilities and long-term conditions and candidates from underrepresented communities.
We are committed to equality of opportunity and want to ensure we have an accessible application process for all candidates. If you need any reasonable adjustments or would like us to do anything differently during the application process, please contact our HR team (contact details can be found on our website).
BookTrust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The recruitment and selection process reflect our commitment to safeguarding therefore, the suitability of all prospective employees will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment, and pre-employment checks.
Location: The role is national, managing teams in Northern Ireland, Wales and across England. You will need to be able to work at one of our BookTrust offices in London, Leeds, Belfast or Cardiff for an average of 8 days per month whilst some of these collaboration days may be worked in partner locations, at events or stakeholder meetings in any part of the country. The position will require regular travel to BookTrust office bases and to visit and engage as needed.
BookTrust is the UK’s largest children’s reading charity. We know that children who read are happier, healthier, more empathetic, and more creative. They also do better at school.
Working with every local authority and across every region in the country, and supported by Arts Council funding, we reach over 3 million families a year via partners in schools, children’s centres, health visitors and libraries. This incredible network helps us to get children reading across the country.
This is a new role within the organisation and the new role holder will have a chance to shape and build the role over time. You will be a strong leader with great people skills -experience of working with and leading teams working in geographically dispersed locations is advantageous.
You will have a clear experience the public sector landscape with a track record of relationships building, and an understanding of the local government policy landscape. With a collaborative approach to working across interconnecting complex work areas, you will be comfortable working within a matrix style of management for your won direct reports and those of other teams.
You may have charity or statutory setting experience, and will have the ability to set out a strategic direction for partnerships team members as well as being hands on in developing new relationships to support our work as well as being able to produce high quality written materials, analyse complex data and respond dynamically to a changing external landscape.
You will be an excellent communicator who manages up effectively and who is comfortable working across a matrixed managed team. You will have the ability to work closely with the Director of Partnerships in building relationships, and developing and delivering on strategies that support impact in our early years programmes by guiding the work of our partnerships team. You will be working closely with key role holders such as but not confined to the Head of Partnerships Delivery, and Head of Programme for Vulnerable Children.
The Head of Partnerships Development will ensure increasingly effective pathways to families by setting out ways of working that ensure delivery teams can access these routes, influence decision makers and develop and build the right relationships for greatest impact. Along with the Director of partnerships the role holder will aim to both influence and respond to central, local and regional policy initiatives in the sector to support BookTrust’s mission to get all children reading, especially those from low income and vulnerable family backgrounds.
The role holder will ensure internal stakeholders are briefed on the local government landscape and that risks and opportunities are clearly articulated.
This work spans the organisation – from within our partnerships team to our research and impact, communications and external affairs, design and innovation, growth planning, communications, profile-raising and income generation – and requires strong collaborative working to draw on skills and capacity in all these areas.
The role will work internally and externally to ensure the right inputs to ensure success for our scaled programmes, supporting everything from design to upskilling our team and relationship building across the local government and regional and country landscape.
To apply, please complete the application along with a copy of your CV.
Want to join us? To find out more about who we are please go to our website.
Please note that this advert may close early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity
We aim to provide an inclusive recruitment process and actively welcome applications from diverse talent pools: minority ethnic candidates, candidates with disabilities and long-term conditions and candidates from underrepresented communities.
We are committed to equality of opportunity and want to ensure we have an accessible application process for all candidates. If you need any reasonable adjustments or would like us to do anything differently during the application process, please contact our HR team (contact details are available on our website).
BookTrust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The recruitment and selection process reflect our commitment to safeguarding therefore, the suitability of all prospective employees will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment, and pre-employment checks.
Job Description
The Head of Delivery & Partnerships is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the
successful implementation, quality of outcomes, and retention of DFN Project SEARCH programmes
across the UK, the Republic of Ireland and Iberia, in line with our franchise agreement from Project
SEARCH . This role leads the Delivery & Partnerships team, ensuring strategic alignment, excellence
of delivery, and sustained impactful partnerships.
You will play a pivotal role in driving programme quality, ensuring retention, maintaining model
fidelity, and ensuring high-quality outcomes for interns. Additionally, you will oversee the growth of
our number of programmes, in line with our strategic regional and national plans. You will also
contribute to the strategic direction of the organisation, working closely with cross-functional teams
to maximise DFN Project SEARCH’s impact.
Regular travel throughout the UK will be required, with occasional travel to other areas of our delivery.
In addition, occasional international travel may be required, for example to the annual conference in
the United States.
Essential Experience and Skills
• A passion for changing the lives of young people with learning disabilities and / or who are
autistic
• Educated to degree level or relevant Professional Qualification
• Highly motivated and organised self-starters with the ability to work under your own initiative
• Strong understanding of supported employment, education, and local authority partnerships.
• Experience in project management, partnership development, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Experience using data systems and performance management tools.
• Experience delivering training and speaking at events or conferences.
• Understanding of SEND provision and funding arrangements in the UK (e.g., EHCPs, DWP, local
authorities).
• Experience working with senior stakeholders via formal reporting mechanisms.
• Leadership experience managing people/teams.
• Financial literacy and experience managing budgets.
Desirable Experience and Qualifications
• Experience working with DFN Project SEARCH programmes or similar supported internship
models.
• Experience in selling services or products and effective account management.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and health & safety in programme delivery.
• Knowledge and experience of using the Microsoft suite, in particular Outlook and Excel
• Experience of using a CRM for administrative and reporting purposes
DFN Project SEARCH are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young
people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject
to an enhanced DBS disclosure.
We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+
candidates, disabled candidates, and from men, because we would like to increase the
representation of these groups at this level at DFN Project SEARCH.
-Interviews will take place on:
1st round July 23rd and July 24th
2nd and final round: July 31st
Closing date: Sunday July 12th
-Start date - Asap
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Purpose
Core Arts is an innovative Mental Health Charity and Creative Education provider delivering pioneering Arts in Health programmes across London.
This senior leadership role provides strategic and operational oversight across creative education, personalised support, wellbeing and commissioned service delivery. The postholder will lead the development and delivery of high-quality, inclusive and outcomes-focused programmes which improve mental health, wellbeing and educational participation.
The role combines educational leadership with recovery-focused and personalised approaches, ensuring students can access meaningful creative learning opportunities that support confidence, progression, independence and improved quality of life.
Working across visual arts, music, multimedia, horticulture and sport, the postholder will ensure that services align with Arts in Health principles, NHS and Local Authority priorities, and contribute to reducing health inequalities through creative approaches.
The role will support the continued development of Core Arts as a recognised centre of excellence in Creative Education and Arts in Health.
Strategic Leadership & Service Development
• Develop innovative programmes aligned to NHS priorities including prevention, early intervention, personalised care and community-based support.
• Ensure services remain responsive to emerging educational, health and social care agendas.
• Support organisational growth, sustainability and service expansion.
• Lead service planning and contribute to organisational strategy and business development.
• Drive continuous improvement through evaluation and innovation.
• Develop opportunities for integrated working across education, health and voluntary sector partnerships.
Creative Education & Student Experience
• Lead an outstanding student-centred creative education programme focused on participation, achievement and progression.
• Ensure students receive personalised learning pathways with clear goals and outcomes.
• Support progression into volunteering, employment, accredited learning and community opportunities.
• Support exhibitions, performances, events and public-facing events.
• Embed co-production and student voice throughout programme design and evaluation.
• Develop opportunities for students to gain confidence, leadership and independence.
• Monitor engagement, attendance and progression data to support continuous improvement.
Arts in Health, Wellbeing & Recovery
• Embed Arts in Health principles across all areas of programme delivery.
• Ensure students are supported to improve wellbeing through meaningful creative engagement.
• Work collaboratively with clinical teams, community mental health services and external partners.
• Maintain safeguarding, duty of care and effective risk management procedures.
• Support early intervention approaches and sustained student engagement.
• Promote social inclusion and reduce isolation through participation in creative learning.
• Develop pathways which support emotional wellbeing, confidence and resilience.
• Ensure personalised support planning remains central to service delivery.
Commissioned Delivery, Quality Assurance & Outcomes
• Lead successful delivery of commissioned services and contractual KPIs.
• Ensure robust monitoring, evaluation and reporting systems are maintained.
• Demonstrate educational, wellbeing and social value outcomes through evidence and impact reporting.
• Ensure accurate data collection and performance monitoring.
• Support commissioner reporting and demonstrate measurable impact.
• Develop case studies and outcome frameworks which evidence the value of Arts in Health.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, GDPR and organisational governance requirements.
• Maintain oversight of quality assurance and continuous improvement processes.
• Support service audits and implementation of recommendations.
NHS Partnerships, Personalised Care & Community Integration
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with NHS commissioners, Integrated Care Boards, Local Authorities and community partners.
• Support approaches aligned with personalised care and Personal Health Budgets.
• Promote creative approaches which contribute to prevention and reduce demand on statutory services.
• Contribute to integrated pathways supporting community mental health and social prescribing.
• Support collaborative planning with borough and health partners.
• Strengthen referral routes and increase access for underrepresented communities.
• Represent Core Arts at regional networks, conferences and partnership meetings.
• Promote the role of creativity and education within wider health and wellbeing systems.
Leadership, Workforce & Organisational Development
• Provide, alongside the senior management team, leadership, supervision and support to managers, tutors, volunteers and interns.
• Ensure staff are equipped to deliver inclusive, high-quality learning experiences.
• Support innovation and collaborative working.
• Contribute to tender development and service growth opportunities.
• Champion organisational values and positive workplace culture.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion across all areas of work.
Person Specification
Experience (Essential)
• Minimum five years’ experience in senior leadership or service management.
• Experience within mental health, Arts in Health, creative education or community services.
• Experience of delivering commissioned services and contract management.
• Experience of partnership working across health, education or voluntary sectors.
• Experience of leading teams.
• Experience of monitoring outcomes and demonstrating impact.
Knowledge & Understanding
• Arts in Health and recovery-focused practice.
• Creative education and adult learning principles.
• Mental health and wellbeing frameworks.
• Safeguarding.
• Personalised care approaches.
• Outcome measurement, quality assurance and continuous improvement.
Skills & Attributes
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Strong financial and numeric acumen.
• Strategic thinking with strong operational delivery.
• Excellent partnership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organisational and analytical capability.
• Commitment to creativity, inclusion and social impact.
How to Apply
Core Arts are committed to finding the right person for this role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and suitable candidates invited to interview as they are received, so early applications are encouraged. The vacancy will remain open until the position is filled.
To apply, please send a full CV and covering letter explaining how your experience meets the job description
We can only accept applications that include both a CV and covering letter. You must also be eligible to work in the UK.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role before applying, please phone the main office to speak to Giuliana at Core Arts for an informal chat.
Core Arts is a Creative Mental Health Charity that exists to enrich the lives of socially excluded adults with severe mental health issues.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About the role
The Institut français du Royaume-Uni is seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of Patrons’ Circle & Sponsorship Activation to lead the development of its patron engagement programmes and sponsorship (in-kind) activation strategy across the Institut’s major cultural events and flagship seasons.
This senior role has three core objectives:
- to grow and structure the Institut’s existing Patrons’ Circle;
- to create and launch a new Young Patrons Circle aimed at engaging a new generation of supporters;
- to design and deliver an in-kind sponsorship activation strategy across the Institut’s flagship cultural events and programmes.
The role combines community building, relationship management, experiential programming and sponsorship activation. It focuses on audience engagement, visibility and stakeholder experience rather than direct fundraising or financial sponsorship solicitation.
A key dimension of the role is the development of both:
- an in situ engagement programme at the Institut français;
- and a “Hors-les-murs” programme of exclusive events and experiences organised in partnership with leading cultural venues and institutions across London.
Working closely with the Head of Partnerships & Major Donors, the successful candidate will contribute to the Institut’s development strategy by creating meaningful experiences for patrons, sponsors and cultural stakeholders.
About the Patrons’ Circle
The Patrons’ Circle of the Institut français du Royaume-Uni is an active and committed community of individuals supporting the Institut’s mission through its Trust. Bringing together philanthropists, arts supporters and Francophile audiences, the Circle contributes to the development of the Institut’s cultural and educational programmes while fostering engagement with French culture in the UK.
Members benefit from privileged access to the Institut français and enjoy a curated programme of exclusive events and cultural experiences throughout the year, both at the Institut and through a “hors les murs” programme developed in partnership with leading cultural venues across London.
Key responsibilities
Patrons’ Circle & Young Patrons development
- Design and implement a development strategy for the Patrons’ Circle focused on engagement, retention and community growth
- Conceive, create and launch the Institut français du Royaume-Uni’s Young Patrons Circle, defining its positioning, audience, engagement model and value proposition
- Develop a recruitment and engagement strategy targeting younger audiences and emerging supporters
- Build and nurture a strong community through tailored engagement and personalised experiences
- Oversee the full patron journey, including onboarding, stewardship and retention
- Develop targeted communications and engagement campaigns (newsletters, invitations, tailored outreach)
- Structure and evolve benefits and membership offers for Patrons and Young Patrons
- Develop exclusive cultural experiences and networking opportunities for patrons and trustees
In-kind sponsorship activation & event partnerships
- Develop in-kind partnerships and collaborative sponsorship opportunities for major events including the French Film Festival UK, Night of Ideas and other high-profile programmes
- Identify and engage brands, cultural partners and lifestyle organisations aligned with the Institut’s values, audiences and events
- Develop creative non-financial partnership propositions focused on visibility, hospitality, audience engagement and cultural experiences
- Ensure meaningful and high-quality sponsor integration into events through experiences, visibility and tailored activations
- Coordinate sponsor activations in collaboration with programming, communications and production teams
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with sponsors and institutional partners
- Coordinate delivery and follow-up of partnership benefits and sponsor visibility
Events & experiences
- Curate, in coordination with the Institute cultural teams, selected moments from the Institut français’ existing programme for Patrons’ privileged access, including post-event encounters with artists and production teams
- Lead the conception and delivery of the “Hors-les-murs” programme, developed in close collaboration with cultural teams and hosted across partner venues in London
- Collaborate closely with programming, communications and production teams
- Ensure excellence in event delivery and premium stakeholder experience
Administration & coordination
- Prepare administrative committees and Board meetings in close collaboration with the Head of Partnerships & Major Donors
- Draft meeting minutes and coordinate follow-up actions
- Oversee administrative management of the Patrons’ Circle
- Coordinate agreements, partnerships and sponsor deliverables
- Ensure logistical and administrative follow-up for events and activations
Strategic contribution
- Propose innovative formats and initiatives to enhance patron and sponsor engagement
- Contribute to the Institut’s visibility and audience engagement strategy through cultural partnerships and experiences
- Monitor and evaluate engagement outcomes and partnership impact
- Benchmark best practices in patron engagement, sponsorship activation and cultural partnerships
Profile
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in partnerships, sponsorship activation, audience engagement, cultural programming or related fields
- Proven experience in developing and managing high-level relationships and stakeholder communities
- Experience in event partnerships, experiential engagement or brand activation
- Strong strategic thinking with the ability to design and implement audience and engagement initiatives
- Excellent organisational and project management skills
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication abilities
- Fluent English and French (written and spoken) essential
- Proactive and entrepreneurial mindset with strong initiative
- Strong interest in arts, culture and international environments
Conditions & benefits
- One-year renewable contract: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
- Gross monthly salary: £3,292
- 32 days of paid leave + public holidays
- travel allowance provided
- Possibility of joining a supplementary pension fund and health insurance subject to conditions
- Place of work: Institut Français du Royaume-Uni, 23 Cromwell road, London SW7 2EL
- Only applications from candidates who are already eligible to work in the United Kingdom will be considered.
- Start Date: as soon as possible
Only applications from candidates who are already eligible to work in the United Kingdom will be considered.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you believe in the power of the arts to build community and transform lives? At Pimlico Musical Foundation, we work with a diverse community, providing a broad range of opportunities for both children and adults, and free musical education to local children, many of whom face considerable challenges. We bring people together, provide opportunities for young talent, and support the local community's engagement with the arts. We achieve this through various programmes, in partnership with local schools and organisations such as Westminster School, Oxford University, Opera Holland Park, the Rodolfus Foundation, and Future Academies.
We are seeking an experienced and driven fundraiser to take strategic ownership of our income generation across all income streams, leading the next phase of our growth. As Head of Fundraising, you will own and develop the fundraising strategy while continuing to deliver hands-on where needed, supported by an engaged board and CEO. Most of all, we are seeking someone who wants to make a difference, contributing to a community and improving access to the arts for everyone, regardless of their background.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Accountable to: Head of Fundraising and Communications
Responsible for: No line management responsibility
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (with some evening and weekend hours)
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £34,500 a year
Location: Baca office, Loughborough. With local community travel expected in Leicestershire and Cambridgeshire, Occasional travel across England as required.
Help Change Young Lives
At Baca, we support young people who have fled war, persecution, and trafficking, providing safe housing, education, and therapeutic care to help them rebuild their lives.
We are looking for a passionate and proactive Partnerships and Engagement Manager to join our Fundraising and Communications team. This is a key role focused on building meaningful partnerships that increase awareness, engagement, and income to support unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people. You will act as an ambassador for Baca, working with businesses, community groups, universities, schools, and faith organisations to grow a diverse and committed supporter base.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver Baca’s community fundraising and engagement strategy
- Develop and manage partnerships that generate income and awareness
- Build and steward long-term supporter relationships
- Represent Baca at events, presentations, and external engagements
- Produce engaging content (stories, presentations and digital communications)
- Work collaboratively across teams to maximise impact
- Maintain accurate CRM records and reporting
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding, fundraising regulations, and data protection
About You
You will be an excellent communicator who is confident building relationships and engaging a wide range of stakeholders.
You will have:
- Experience in fundraising, partnerships, or stakeholder engagement
- Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
- Confidence speaking publicly and representing an organisation
- Excellent organisational and planning skills
- A collaborative, team-oriented approach
- A strong commitment to safeguarding and ethical practice
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
Desirable:
- Experience within the charity or social impact sector
- Additional language skills
What We Offer
- The chance to make a meaningful difference
- A supportive, values-driven team
- 33 days’ holiday (pro rata), pension, wellbeing support, and more
How to Apply
If you are passionate about creating lasting change for young people and have the skills to build meaningful partnerships, we would love to hear from you.
Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK. You must also be able to legally drive in the UK.
Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced DBS Certificate including a check of the children’s barred list.
It is our mission to serve young people who have been forced to flee their home country – offering safe homes, education, therapeutic care and support



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Foundation for Jewish Heritage
Head of Development
£60,000
Remote but with access to London for a weekly meeting one day per week
Full-time
Permanent
The Foundation for Jewish Heritage is the UK’s only dedicated organisation focused on preserving and activating Jewish built heritage as a catalyst for education, culture, memory and community renewal.
Over the past decade, the Foundation has grown from a small specialist charity into a recognised leader in the field of Jewish built heritage. It has secured major support for nationally significant projects, including a £6 million flagship heritage project supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Welsh Government, Garfield Weston, Wolfson and Rothschild.
The Foundation is now entering an important new phase. Alongside major project delivery, it is taking on a wider UK role, supporting communities and historic synagogues across the country, including places such as Liverpool, Bradford, Leicester, Brighton and Merthyr Tydfil. It is also developing European partnerships, particularly in countries such as Poland and Germany, and strengthening relationships with North American and Canadian supporters.
The Foundation’s work is about more than saving buildings. Historic synagogues and heritage sites are gateways into the stories of Jewish life, identity, migration, civic contribution and cultural memory. They offer a powerful way of engaging Jewish and wider audiences with the richness and complexity of Jewish history in Britain and across Europe.
The Foundation has reached a point where its fundraising structure needs to match the scale of its ambition.
Until now, much of the fundraising has been led directly by the Chief Executive, supported by trustees, consultants and external bid writers. This has delivered significant success, particularly around major heritage projects and institutional funders. However, the organisation now needs a more structured, proactive and relationship-led fundraising function.
The Head of Development will work closely with the Chief Executive, trustees and a new Fundraising Committee to broaden the donor base, strengthen major relationships, develop new income streams, and ensure that the Foundation is no longer dependent on a small number of individuals or on the Chief Executive holding most fundraising relationships personally.
This is not simply a fundraising support post. It is a strategic development role for someone who can combine relationship building, major donor fundraising, compelling written communication, careful stewardship and long-term pipeline management.
The successful candidate will help turn the Foundation’s growing profile into sustained philanthropic support.
Head of Learning and Development
Help shape the future of learning at Prospect Hospice
At Prospect Hospice, we believe that investing in our people is key to delivering exceptional care for patients and families. We are looking for an experienced and inspiring Head of Learning and Development to lead our learning, education and organisational development agenda and help create a culture where everyone can thrive.
As a member of our Leadership Team, you will provide strategic leadership for learning and development across the hospice, ensuring our staff and volunteers have the skills, knowledge and confidence to deliver outstanding palliative and end-of-life care.
This is an exciting opportunity to influence workforce capability, leadership development and organisational culture at a time when the hospice sector continues to evolve and innovate.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (some flexible working considered)
What is the role?
Reporting to the Director of People, you will lead the development and delivery of our Learning and Development strategy, ensuring it aligns with our organisational priorities and values.
You will:
· Lead learning, education and organisational development initiatives across the hospice.
· Develop leadership and management capability at all levels.
· Oversee mandatory training, compliance and workforce development programmes.
· Work closely with clinical leaders to support education, competency development and best practice.
· Drive a culture of continuous learning, engagement and improvement.
· Build strong partnerships with external organisations, including healthcare and education providers.
· Lead and develop a passionate and dedicated Learning and Development team.
About you
You will be a strategic and collaborative leader with significant experience of leading learning, development, education or organisational development functions.
You will bring:
· Experience of developing and implementing organisation-wide learning strategies.
· A strong understanding of leadership development, organisational development and workforce capability.
· Experience of leading teams and managing budgets.
· Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
· A passion for developing people and creating inclusive, high-performing cultures.
Experience within healthcare, hospice, charity or public sector settings would be advantageous.
Please see the job description for full details and person specification.
Why join us?
At Prospect Hospice, you'll be part of a compassionate organisation that makes a real difference every day. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where colleagues are empowered to grow, innovate and deliver exceptional care. We offer:
· A meaningful role where you work truly makes a difference
· 27 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
· Generous contributory pension scheme and life assurance
· Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, discounts including Blue Light Card
· Opportunities for learning and development
· Supportive, values-driven culture
· Flexible working options (where possible)
· Free parking on-site
Join us and help shape the future of learning and development for our people, our volunteers and the communities we serve.
How to apply
To apply, please complete your application via the green “Apply” button
Interviews will be held on 9 July 2026
Equality & Diversity
Prospect Hospice is committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in our workplace will bring benefits for our people, our business and the communities we serve.
We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, offending background, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we support. As part of our SAFER recruitment process, offers of employment will be subject to thorough checks, which may include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, online and social media checks and verification of qualifications. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
We will review applications as they come in and may close the vacancy before the closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Accountable to: Head of Fundraising and Communications
Responsible for: No line management responsibility
Hours: 22.5 hours per week (with occasional evening and weekend hours)
Salary: £25,500 (pro rata equivalent to £15,300 for 22.5 hours a week)
Location: Baca office, Loughborough. Occasional travel in Leicestershire and Cambridge may be required.
Help Change Young Lives
At Baca, we support young people who have fled war, persecution, and trafficking, providing safe housing, education, and therapeutic care to help them rebuild their lives.
We are looking for a Fundraising, Engagement and Communications Administrator to join our team and play a key role in supporting our fundraising activities and sharing our impact.
About the Role
This varied role sits at the heart of our fundraising and communications work. You will help deliver excellent supporter care, manage key systems, and create engaging content that inspires our community.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver outstanding supporter stewardship for donors and volunteers
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Manage fundraising enquiries and maintain CRM records
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Administer donations and support fundraising events
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Produce fundraising reports
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Create and schedule social media content
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Develop engaging communications using tools like Canva
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Gather and share stories that highlight Baca’s impact
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Ensure compliance with data protection and fundraising regulations
About You
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Passionate about supporting vulnerable young people
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Highly organised with strong admin skills
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A confident communicator with excellent attention to detail
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Comfortable using CRM systems and social media platforms
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Proactive, collaborative, and eager to learn
A second language is welcome but not essential.
What We Offer
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The chance to make a meaningful difference
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A supportive, values-driven team
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Flexible, part-time working
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33 days’ holiday (pro rata), pension, wellbeing support, and more
Apply Now
If you’re motivated to make a real impact in the lives of young asylum seekers, we’d love to hear from you.
Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK.
Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced DBS Certificate including a check of the children’s barred list.
It is our mission to serve young people who have been forced to flee their home country – offering safe homes, education, therapeutic care and support



The National Flood Forum (NFF) is seeking a dynamic, motivated individual for the role Head of Flood Support – Hybrid with significant travel in the UK. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about working with communities, especially those at risk of flooding. This role is to support our Flood Support Work, encompassing the delivery of a professional Helpline and Community based Flood Recovery activity.
Key Details:
- Location: Home-based / Hybrid with significant travel, overnight stays and occasional weekend work.
- Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
- Salary: £42,230.00travel expenses covered
- Contract: Permanent
- Benefits: 30 days annual leave including bank holidays, a day off for your birthday, auto-enrolment pension scheme, learning and development opportunities.
- Closing Date: 24th June 2026. Early application is encouraged as the position may close earlier if sufficient applications are received.
About the National Flood Forum:
The National Flood Forum is a national charity founded by those affected by flooding, working to support and represent individuals and communities at risk. The organization focuses on empowering flood-affected communities to recover and improve flood resilience. The NFF encourages applications from individuals with lived experience of flooding, and from diverse backgrounds.
Role Overview:
This role is a member of the organisation’s management team and has responsibility for the delivery of our flood support work. The postholder will lead the delivery of a professional helpline service and oversee reactive and proactive flood support services to communities and business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Flood Support: Lead and manage high-quality proactive and reactive Flood Support Services for communities and businesses at risk of, and impacted by, flooding, including helpline & recovery services and management of the flood support vehicle. Ensure service quality through performance management, maintaining service consistency, maximising strategic impact, championing best practice, and delivering against objectives.
- Stakeholder relationships: Develop and maintain key partnerships with Risk Management authorities, (RMAs), and other stakeholders. Act as senior engagement lead, providing a clear escalation route and positioning National Flood Forum as a trusted, informed critical friend for flooded communities.
- Research and Evidence: Oversee flood support research, collecting and evaluating evidence to strengthen advocacy. Provide insight to support policy and practice influence.
- Income: Identify, scope, and lead the development of high-quality engagement contracts, working with teams and management to prioritise and secure income.
- Political and Fundraising support: Provide data, case studies, and research to support political engagement and fundraising. Attend relevant meetings.
· People Management: Manage a matrix team, fostering collaboration, motivation, and development. Mentor team members and ensure skills and competence are maintained to achieve high performance
All activities are expected to be carried out in line with policies, procedures and relevant regulations and legislation, respecting the organisation’s values and behaviours. This profile is not an exhaustive list of duties and other activities may need to be carried out requiring similar skill levels.
Experience and Qualifications required:
- Empathetic: Understand the challenges faced by those at risk of flooding and help to work with communities and agencies to provide practical solutions.
- Organized and Flexible: Proven experience working to deadlines and prioritising workloads. Able to self-motivate and work in isolation or as part of a small team.
- Projects: Comprehensive experience of managing projects including able to analyse, diagnose problems through to implementing effective solutions.
- Communication: Able to stay calm and constructive in challenging situations.
- Knowledge – Working knowledge of relevant regulations, legislation and current practice.
- Staff management: Have previously directly managed staff.
- Qualifications - BTEC or NVQ4 or relevant experience in one or more relevant subjects e.g. environmental science, development, engagement.
- Full driving licence
Be a resident of the UK
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
QuarterFive are delighted to be supporting STEM Learning, a leading educational charity that believes every young person deserves access to high-quality education and career support, regardless of their background.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, and as a member of the Senior Management Team, you will lead the organisation's fundraising strategy and team to secure significant, multi-year income from major donors, trusts and foundations and corporates. You’ll be responsible for expanding their funding base, deepening key relationships, and ensuring the organisation has the partnerships and resources to achieve its mission.
Fundraising has developed rapidly in recent years, with investment, board-level commitment and a growing team driving success. With strong foundations in place and a portfolio of high-value partnerships, there is an exciting opportunity to scale their strategic influence and deepen their impact.
We’re looking for a relationship-driven leader who will take an entrepreneurial approach to identifying opportunities for new funds and develop long-term, high-impact partnerships.
This is a hybrid but mostly home-based role, with monthly team meetings and occasional overnight stays at the N.England headquarters, and fortnightly attendance at the London office. All travel costs covered.
As Head of Fundraising, you will:
- Lead on fundraising strategy with major donors, trusts and foundations and corporates, focusing on driving new funder engagement and developing long-term, high-impact partnerships
- Secure high-value, multi-year funding partnerships with major donors, trusts and foundations and corporates, achieving six-figure and above income targets
- Manage, develop and inspire a team of five, fostering a proactive, collaborative, innovative and high-performing culture
- Build and maintain a strong, diversified pipeline of new and repeat funders aligned to organisational priorities and ethical fundraising principles
- Engage senior stakeholders including the CEO, Chair, Trustees and senior partners to unlock networks and open opportunities
- Work closely with programme and delivery teams to create compelling funding propositions and ensure excellent stewardship and impactful reporting
- Represent the organisation at senior-level networking events, conferences and sector forums, influencing decision-makers and strengthening brand positioning
Essential skills and experience:
- Success in securing and growing income from a range of sources, including HNWIs and trusts and foundations — delivering six-figure and multi-year partnerships
- Skilled relationship builder with experience developing and stewarding complex, multifaceted partnerships that deliver mutual value and long-term impact
- Strong managerial skills to empower teams and support their professional development and enjoyment in their role
- Strategic business developer with the ability to build and maintain a strong pipeline of funding opportunities, identifying, cultivating, and converting prospects to meet fundraising targets
- Entrepreneurial and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership and the confidence to identify, shape, and present compelling cases for support
- Collaborative and influential, experienced in working across matrix structures and with remote or cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals, ensuring alignment and effective delivery
- Highly skilled communicator, comfortable presenting to diverse audiences and tailoring messages to inspire and engage at all levels
- Strong networker, eager to represent the organisation at events and conferences, identifying new opportunities, and staying informed on market trends and developments in the philanthropic and corporate partnership landscape
Desirable, but not essential:
- An understanding and general knowledge of the education landscape in the UK
- Experience of establishing or maintaining a Fellowship programme
Employee benefits include:
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Up to 15% employer pension contributions
- Private health care via Benenden Health plus Healthcare Cash Plan and Dental Plan
- Annual salary review
- Electric Car Benefit Scheme
In the first instance, application by CV only and answering the two screening questions.
It is not necessary to provide a cover letter at this stage. If you have any questions or wish for us to be aware of anything relating to the working arrangements or contract, please add to the notes section.
Suitable applicants will be invited to a briefing call where we will discuss your relevant experience and we will share a detailed brief from STEM Learning's CEO. Full support with formal application will be provided.
Please note that it may not be possible for us to reply to all applicants.
Expert recruitment for fundraisers and charities.
Prospectus is excited to be working with our client to help them recruit for a new Head of Fundraising to join their team.The organisastion is dedicated to improving young people’s lives through the power of STEM. They believe great STEM education builds knowledge and skills that are vital for everyone. They lead to great career opportunities and enable young people to become informed, thoughtful citizens who can help address the extraordinary challenges and opportunities we face. They also facilitate the STEM Ambassador programme, enabling 30,000 volunteers from more than 5000 employers to share their enthusiasm and expertise with young people and teachers throughout the UK.
This role is offered on a permanent full-time basis paying a salary between £75,000 to £80,000 per annum with flexible hybrid working arrangements at their London or York office with regular UK business travel and occasional overnight stays.
Reporting directly to the CEO and managing a 5 people-strong team, the Head of Fundraising will lead their major donor, corporate and trust fundraising strategies, focusing on developing long-term, high-impact partnerships to maximise their income and financial sustainability. The role is to drive new donor engagement and secure sustainable, multi-year funding building on their success, whilst accelerating progress to ensure they have the resources and partners to achieve their vision of a world-leading STEM education for every young person across the UK. The postholder will need to bring creativity, curiosity, and an entrepreneurial mindset to identify new opportunities for partnership and funding. This includes developing compelling ways to present and package the organisation'ss offer to potential supporters, ensuring a clear case for investment and sustained income growth from corporates, trusts, and eventually high-net-worth individuals.
They are looking for someone with demonstrable track record of success in securing and growing income from a range of sources, including corporates, trusts and foundations, and high-net-worth individuals — delivering six-figure and multi-year partnerships. They are looking for a candidate who is a strong networker, eager to represent the organisation at events and conferences, identifying new opportunities, and staying informed on market trends and developments in the philanthropic and corporate partnership landscape. The ideal candidate will have an entrepreneurial mindset and general knowledge of the STEM education landscape in the UK.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Firas El Dib at Prospectus.
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
Location: Birmingham (minimum of three days in the office)
1st stage interviews: 6th July (online)
2nd stage assessment: 13th July, in-person at our Birmingham Centre
For more information, please click "apply now" to be directed to our careers site.
At The King’s Trust, we believe every young person should have the chance to succeed. We’re recruiting for this critical leadership role at a time when our work is more important than ever, supporting young people to build the skills, confidence and opportunities they need to move forward.
As Head of Delivery for the West Midlands, you will lead teams and partners across a complex region to deliver measurable outcomes for young people. You will translate strategy into delivery at scale, ensuring our programmes consistently reach priority groups and support clear progression into education, employment and enterprise.
Based in the heart of Digbeth, our work supports young people aged 11–30 across Birmingham, Solihull, Wolverhampton, Coventry, Sandwell, Walsall and West Bromwich. You’ll operate at the centre of this, shaping delivery that responds to local need while contributing to national priorities.
You will be accountable for delivery performance across the region, including outcomes, reach and income. This includes setting clear expectations, driving performance, and taking decisive action where delivery falls short. You will also lead relationships across the public, private and voluntary sectors, ensuring high standards of safeguarding, quality and inclusion.
This role suits an experienced senior leader who is comfortable with complexity, driven by outcomes, and able to balance long-term thinking with strong operational delivery.
You’ll thrive if you:
- Lead with clarity, accountability and a focus on measurable outcomes
- Have experience delivering results at scale across multiple locations or partners
- Are confident holding teams and stakeholders to account for performance
- Can prioritise relationships that unlock reach, income and impact
- Use data to actively drive improvement, not just monitor performance
- Are comfortable making difficult decisions to protect quality, safeguarding and outcomes
We’re looking for someone with:
- Significant experience leading multi-site or regional teams delivering at scale
- A proven track record of achieving and improving performance against KPIs
- Experience leading delivery through partners and stakeholders to achieve measurable results
- Experience using data to drive decisions and improve performance outcomes
- Track record of building accountable, high-performing teams
- Experience translating understanding of barriers facing young people into inclusive delivery
We're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and want our leadership to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome people who bring different perspectives and experiences, and particularly encourage applications from those underrepresented in our organisation and sector, including candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.
Why do we need Heads of Delivery?
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 they 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 Heads of Delivery!
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)
Equal Opportunities
Here at The King's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives.
We are looking for people who can bring different perspectives and experiences, and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.
We’re a Stonewall Top 100 Employer, and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by KT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
Safeguarding
The King's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants.
A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!
Req ID: 3941
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
Head of Communications & Media
·Salary - £56,898 (including £5,000 London area weighting)
·Contract – Full time, Permanent
·Hours – 37.5 per week
·Location – London & Hybrid
·DBS requirement - No
·This role does not offer eligibility for visa sponsorship.
We are Nacro, we believe that everyone deserves a good education, a safe and secure place to live, the right to be heard, and the chance to start again, with support from someone on their side.
That’s why our housing, education, justice, and health and wellbeing services work alongside people to give them the support and skills they need to succeed. And it’s why we fight for their voices to be heard and campaign together to create lasting change.
We see your future, whatever the past.
This is an exciting senior leadership role for an ambitious communications professional who thrives on shaping narratives, building reputation and driving engagement.
Reporting to the Director of Engagement & Impact, you will lead Nacro's communications and media function, developing and delivering impactful strategies that raise our profile, influence change, strengthen our brand and amplify the voices of the people we support.
Leading a high-performing team, you will oversee media relations, content and campaigns, marketing, digital engagement and brand management, ensuring communications support organisational priorities and deliver measurable impact.
We're looking for a strategic communicator with a proven track record of delivering high-impact communications and media campaigns.
You'll bring with you:
- Experience leading high impact communications teams.
- Significant experience in communications, media and/or marketing strategy
- A strong track record of securing proactive, high-profile media coverage.
- Experience developing and delivering integrated communications and digital engagement strategies.
- Strong understanding of brand identity and management.
- Experience using emerging technologies, including AI tools, to improve communications effectiveness and efficiency.
- High quality written and verbal communication skills.
- Creativity and strategic thinking skills
- A collaborative leadership style and a commitment to developing others.
This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the voice and profile of a national charity that changes lives every day. You'll work alongside passionate colleagues who are committed to creating positive social impact and helping people realise their potential.
If you're an experienced communications leader ready to make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and help tell the stories that inspire change.
This role offers a starting salary within Nacro’s pay structure of £56,898 + London area weighting with expected progression to £58,455 + London area weighting within the first year, subject to meeting clear criteria and performance standards, with further pay progression available in the future. Nacro’s pay framework provides transparent progression points and supports ongoing professional development and career growth.
Application deadline 24/06/26, please submit a supporting statement with your application
Nacro is fair and inclusive employer
At Nacro, we believe in the power of a diverse and inclusive team. We are a Ban the Box employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those with criminal records. Convictions are not discussed at application stage and will only be considered later if relevant to the role, assessed fairly, proportionately and confidentially. For advice, contact our confidential Criminal Record Support Service.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.