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Summary

EduSpots is an innovative, dynamic, and community-orientated UK and Ghanaian registered charity which connects, trains, and equips grassroots voluntary educators (named ‘Catalysts’) to drive community-led change through education spaces named ‘Spots’. Our vision is of a world in which communities unite to create the futures they want to see, through education.

Since 2016, through collaborating with over 400 local voluntary community educators and actors – named ‘Catalysts’ – who take a central leadership role in the development of the network, we have supported 50 communities in creating and running community-led and owned education spaces named ‘Spots’’. Together, we are developing a model for a community-led education space with accompanying network engagement that could have global relevance. 

Our Ghana-based team creates collaborative learning opportunities through three leadership programmes for Catalysts which are increasingly facilitated by the EduSpots app: the Ignite, Catalyse and Inspire Mentoring Programmes. These enable the Catalysts to lead EduKidz (early years education), DigLit (digital literacy), EcoSTEM (STEM and environmental education) and Ignite Equity (gender equity) clubs for learners typically aged 3-16, alongside locally designed education projects, reaching over 10,000 learners of all ages annually. 

We are in an exciting period of our development, having more than doubled our income, programme breadth and reach in the last two years, with a recent independent evaluation by Expectation State offering further evidence in support of our model’s outcomes. We have been recently selected for two accelerator programmes, who are supporting us as we consider the scaling potential of our model. In the period, we are aiming to double our network reach, bringing an additional 50 Spots into the network.

We won the Tes International Award in 2018 and the Big Give Supporters’ Choice Award in 2022, and we were recently selected as a finalist for the 2023 Their World Scale-Up Innovation Prize. In 2021, our Founder was a Finalist in the UNESCO-backed $1 million Global Teacher Prize.

We are excited by our future. 

About this role 

The Global Head of Operations is a new role being introduced in 2026 with the core purpose of strengthening systems, processes and strategic delivery across both EduSpots Global and EduSpots Ghana, offering hands-on support to the CEO and wider staff across a range of areas.

In this senior role, you will work closely alongside the CEO, offering her the advice and skills needed to move EduSpots successfully through a complex period of growth in a challenging fundraising context, enabling more learners and Catalysts to participate in a unique community-led model of education, whilst sharing our practice more widely.

We are looking for an organised and empathetic strategic leader, ideally with strong or developing skills across project management, finance, HR and MEL skills and an ability to work independently in a fast moving work environment.

This role has the potential to grow into a Director of Global Operations or Deputy CEO role in time for outstanding candidates, and carries significant organisation-wide responsibility.

Candidates should hold a genuine passion for educational equity, a strong belief in the power of community-led models to transform lives at scale and a high level of flexibility in a fast-changing yet friendly and playful work environment.

Whilst this role is remote, and open to all global candidates, you will need to have understanding and experience of UK law, accounting and policy development, or a strong appetite to build experience in this area quickly.

Main duties and responsibilities 

Systems

• Work with the CEO and staff to proactively strengthen systems and processes across the organisation, including monitoring, evaluation and learning frameworks and operations. 
• Support the wider team with IT, including general skill development, leading the Google Space system. 
• Monitor compliance to organisational policies and lead the quarterly review of the organisational risk register, working with the Ghana Head of Operations. 

Finance 

• Work with the Finance and Admin Officer to produce monthly and quarterly global management accounts, cash flow analysis and to complete the annual audit. 
• Lead the financial planning of the organisation, working with the CEO and the Ghana Head of Operations to create the annual budget. 
• Work with the Ghana Head of Operations to strengthen financial systems, processes, and training across the organisation. 
• Work with the Ghana Head of Operations to prepare budgets for funding bids as needed.
• Work with the grants team to track grant spending and produce consolidated financial reports (including expenditure from the UK and Ghana) for donors. 
• Ensure EduSpots’ new accounting software (QuickBooks) is fully embedded and utilised.
• Oversee bank account management, including payments, checking bank statements, and reviewing bank reconciliations for UK and Ghana.
• Ensure staff payroll (likely to be outsourced) and payments to freelancers / consultants are done accurately and in a timely manner.

HR

• Work alongside the CEO, Head of Operations, Safeguarding and Inclusion Managers  and wider staff to develop strategies to sustain and strengthen a high performing and friendly work culture. 
• Work across the team to strengthen HR and performance management structures, informed by best practice and legal frameworks. 
• Lead the recruitment of staff, consultants and volunteers in the UK (advertising roles, drafting contracts, contacting referees and completing all filing and administration relating to recruitment).
• Onboard new staff, provide training on policies and procedures, and track key information (leave, appraisals, etc) for UK staff. 
• Regularly review and keep the Staff Handbook up to date.
• Depending on skill-set, work with the CEO to lead professional development for staff across the organisation, liaising with trustees and advisory group members.

Administration & Governance

• Manage and maintain databases and our Google Drive system. 
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and adherence to our child safeguarding and protection policy. 
• Maintain insurance renewals, tracking and filing.
• Review and keep up to date all organisational policies in line with current legislation, working with the Trustees and Directors. 
• Assist the CEO in the administration relating to EduSpots’ governance, including board meeting arrangements and minute taking.
• Support the CEO in all ad-hoc tasks that arise, working closely alongside her to ensure the smooth running of the organisation. 

Strategic insight 

• Work closely with the CEO and staff/Catalysts across the organisation to ensure all EduSpots’ decision-making is strategic and in the best interests of the Catalysts, Sparks and Communities we partner with. 

Other areas 

• Depending on experience, you may in time take on management responsibilities for some staff, but this role is principally a systems strengthening and quality improvement role, working closely with the CEO to offer advice and additional capacity. 
• Depending on experience, you may support with grants writing / management and/or community fundraising. Experience of fundraising would be of significant benefit to the organisation in this key leadership role. 

Personal Specification 

Essential 

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience of operations in a small/medium charity context. 
• Self-starter with the ability to hit the ground running and work with minimal supervision with high levels of flexibility.
• Self-motivated, with an ability to motivate and energise others.
• High level strategic understanding, critical thinking and the ability to strengthen systems in a fast-paced high performance environment.
• Excellent communication, both oral and written.
• The ability to thrive and adapt in a fast-paced, creative and impact-driven culture. 
• Strong administrative skills with a high level of attention to detail. 
• Experience in creating user-friendly tools and processes to support project and quality management.
• Experience using Google Suite, with strong Excel skills.
• Tech savvy – ability to learn new tech tools efficiently.
• Experience coordinating others. 
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills with strong empathy and cultural sensitivity 
• Strong personal alignment with the mission, vision and values of EduSpots. 

Highly desirable 

• Experience supporting charity Boards, and working with external bodies including auditors, tax authorities, and other official bodies is highly desirable.
• Experience complying and strong familiarity with UK charity regulations and requirements.
• Experience preparing budgets and financial reports for donors/grants. 
• Experience of working in a cross-cultural team.
• Experience of working with an international charity would be advantageous. 

Please send a tailored covering letter and CV addressed to the CEO Miss Cat Davison by Wednesday 31st December with a hope to meet shortlisted candidates for a first-round interview in the week starting Monday 12th January. 

Would you like to join our small, dedicated, international team to make a difference to the lives of seafarers and their families worldwide?

ISWAN has recently reorganised the management of our helpline services and created this new role, which will be pivotal to further developing our quality service to seafarers. We have seen significant growth in the number and usage of our helplines and now seek to recruit a second Helplines Operations Manager to ensure we have a management structure capable of coping with further growth.

As one of two Helplines Operations Managers, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of ISWAN’s helplines to ensure our services provide accurate information, appropriate advice, and comprehensive support to seafarers and their families.  

You will manage the development of Salesforce and be familiar with Salesforce reporting, particularly using advanced tools like Power BI and Tableau. You will be confident liaising with our IT support service on system issues and developments. 

We have no preconceptions about where the successful applicant will come from but you will bring experience of managing multi-channelled contact centre operations and best practice as well as delivering user and client service improvements.

You will need to be capable of working effectively within a complex international context and have sound experience of service development. This is a full-time role (35 hours per week) but we are keen to find the right person and therefore happy to discuss flexible working patterns. The role is fully remote and we are flexible about where you are based but you will be working with staff across the UK, India and the Philippines so you will need to be a great team player.

Our Midlands team has a new opportunity for an Executive Officer. You will be responsible for supporting effective grant-making across the region, helping us to distribute over £60m to good causes throughout the area.

As an Executive Officer, you’ll be part of a driven and passionate team, led by a Senior Head of Regional Funding. Within the team there is 1 Senior Grant Making Manager, 8 Funding Managers and 26 Funding Officers.

Reporting to the Senior Head of Regional Funding, you will work on a hybrid basis, working both remotely and spending some of your time in the Birmingham office (located near Five Ways). There will also be some occasional travel to other locations across the region throughout the year.

Organising will be at the heart of your role, and you will be in regular contact with the team across the region. The key duties of the role include:

• Supporting the Senior Head of Regional Funding, Senior Grant Making Manager, Funding Managers and their teams.
• Administration of our grant-making database using Salesforce.
• Diary management for the Senior Head of Regional Funding and Senior Grant Making Manager.
• Organising, supporting and minuting a range of regular online and face-to-face meetings.
• Responding to customer enquiries made to the region.
• Supporting teams with stakeholder engagement.
• ​General administrative and facilities support. 

​Interview Details:

• ​Date: 7th & 8th January
• ​Format: In-Person
• ​Location: Hybrid, flexible working, Birmingham based, with an expectation to be in the office around 1 day every 2 weeks.

We will be hosting a briefing session about the role on: Wednesday 3rd December 2025, 13:00 – 13:45 pm. To register or ask any questions about the recruitment process, please email the recruitment team.

​How to apply:

Upload your CV in word format and write a supporting statement (1000 words) with the following criteria, we will use this to score your application.

Essential:

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail with the ability to plan and proactively manage competing demands.
• Excellent customer service skills, with experience of working in a customer-facing role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to work within a team but to also work independently, using your own initiative.
• Good IT skills (including Microsoft Office) with an ability to work across a variety of systems and platforms, interpreting financial information, arranging meetings and booking travel.

​Desirable:

• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and sensitivity.
• Previous voluntary or work experience in the charitable sector.
• ​Diary management experience

​Equity, Diversity and Inclusion  

Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.  

We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages. 

As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition). 

Cystic Fibrosis Trust is the only UK-wide charity dedicated to uniting for a life unlimited for everyone affected by cystic fibrosis. We’re working towards a brighter future for everyone with cystic fibrosis (CF) by funding cutting-edge research, driving up standards of care and supporting people with the condition and their loved ones every step of the way.
 
Our team of dedicated staff, volunteers, and Trustees works alongside people affected by CF to fund life-changing research, promote world-class clinical care, and provide information, advice and support and our work relies on the generous donations of our supporters.
 
About the role
 
In this UK-based role, with oversight of a £15m budget, we are looking for a strong, corporate business leader operating at a senior level to help take the Cystic Fibrosis Trust forward on our exciting journey towards a life unlimited by cystic fibrosis and optimising our finance and resources to deliver maximum impact for people with cystic fibrosis.
 
You will lead and develop a high performing multidisciplinary team of Heads including Finance, IT, Facilities, People and Organisation Development and Company Secretariat functions as well as work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, Board of Trustees and other internal and external stakeholders.
 
Your key responsibilities will include:

• Financial leadership of the Trust’s financial management strategy and statutory reporting and audit processes as well as reporting to our Boards and Committees.
• Digital & information systems: Lead IT and Digital development and implementation strategies, including delivery of the new CRM replacement going live in 2026 (MS Dynamics)
• People & Organisational development: Lead best practice in our people management strategies, policies and practices as well as championing diversity and inclusion and staff learning and development.
• Business planning: Support organisational business planning and strategy development working closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees and including out other internal and external stakeholders including people with cystic fibrosis.
• Facilities: Ensure our working environment and facilities support the delivery of our objectives in a cost effective and supportive way.
• Compliance & Governance: Be Company Secretary, ensuring appropriate governance systems and controls are in place and for reporting to relevant statutory bodies. Be responsible for our Data and ensuring compliance with GDPR, have oversight of Safeguarding and oversee complaints management and employment law compliance.

 
To be the right person for this role, some of the requirements you will need to meet include:

• Proven ability to operate at a Director/Board level and as a senior leadership team member; backed up with strong experience and a proven track record as a Director of Finance.
• To be a qualified accountant (CCAB recognised or equivalent) with minimum five years post-qualification experience and ongoing CPD.
• Proven high level financial management skills and experience of developing and delivering business and financial strategies and managing complex budgets and financial modelling.
• Proven experience of directing, leading and developing multi-disciplinary teams and working with senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrable up-to-date working knowledge of charity law including SORP, charity governance, employment law/HR best practice, Data Protection (GDPR), and strong understanding of IT systems and facilities management.
• Demonstrable strong analytical and communication skills; ability to balance strategic perspective with operational delivery and experience of working in a changing organisation operating in a changing external environment for the not-for-profit sector.
• Able to travel for work and/or work occasional unsocial hours if required.

 
This role will require a satisfactory DBS check before joining us.
 
You will need to have the right to work in the UK before joining us. We do not hold a Home Office Sponsorship Licence and therefore cannot offer visa sponsorship for any of our roles.
 
If this sounds like the right role for you and if you think you would fit well within a passionate, friendly and high-performing and high supportive team, please get in touch!
 
Closing date and interview date

Closing date for completed applications is midnight Monday 12 January 2026.
Interviews expected Wednesday 21 and Thursday 22 January 2026.
 
Please note we reserve the right to bring forward or extend the closing date if necessary. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, please submit your application as early as possible
 
How to apply:
 
For more details about the job and requirements, please visit our website or use the application button provided.
 
Our commitment to an inclusive workplace
 
Cystic Fibrosis Trust aims to be an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs, can be themselves and achieve their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain staff with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives; particularly people who have cystic fibrosis, people who identify as being from an ethnic minority group, as LGBTQ and people with disabilities.
 
It is our policy not to discriminate against any person because of their age, gender reassignment, being married or in a civil partnership, being pregnant or on maternity leave, disability (physical and mental), race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief (including lack of belief), sex, sexual orientation or union membership.
 
Benefits: Benefits include flexible working, 30 days annual leave plus recognised bank holidays (pro-rata if part time), contributory pension scheme, healthcare cash plan covering dental, optical, 24/7 GP service, and an employee assistance programme.
 
REF-225 504

We have a new vacancy for an HR Operations Coordinator in the Strategy, Finance and Operations team, reporting to the Head of People. The person will be supporting HR and People related operational activities by delivering excellent support through strong relationships across the organisation.The salary is £13,780 per year (18.75 paid contractual hours per week). This is £27,560 pro-rated.

Role responsibilities (not an exhaustive list, there may be reasonable changes over time) 

Operations – People and General: 

• Promptly responding and resolving colleague queries from across the organisation
• Maintaining the BambooHR system to ensure People records are accurate and secure. Training will be provided.
• Arranging bookings for Town Halls / Engagement events, organising the meeting agendas and catering bookings where relevant.
• Updating HR information system Guidance documents, creating new versions, and ensuring managers are fully trained on people management responsibilities.
• Update employment policies with guidance from the Head of People, manage the administration of benefits and recognition awards
• Manage the recruitment administration using the Bamboo software and providing proactive updates to hiring managers.
• Managing the Onboarding and Offboarding processes using the BambooHR system, including the Employment references, conducting Right to Work and DBS checks.
• Preparing and issuing employment contracts, ensuring compliance with employment legislation
• Manage the induction process and arranging induction meetings for new joiners, communicating proactively with hiring managers.
• Coordinate and participate in the virtual phone rota and handle correspondence in a a professional manner.This includes overseeing successful handover between rota team members.
• Supporting the Chief Operations Officer in ensuring the charity meets Health and Safety and legal requirements
• Manage staff IT related activities (Microsoft 365), for example during staff onboarding and offboarding (with support from IT service provider) 
• Support other operational activities as required 

Person specification 

Essential: 

• Analytical and systematic problem-solving attributes 
• Passionate about technology and using it to develop efficiencies 
• Previous HR Administrator experience
• Collaborative approach to business partnering and teamwork across Departments
• Flexible approach to work and solution oriented
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong administrative skills and time management skills 
• Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Able to handle sensitive and private information confidentially and professionally
• Proficient in using Microsoft 365 applications effectively, incl. Sharepoint, data analysis, presentations, and numeracy skills 
• Proactive and supportive team player and willingness to learn
• A commitment to the mission and values of The Access Project 

Desirable: 

Experience of HR information systems
Project management experience 

Benefits: 

• 25 days annual leave p.a. (pro rata) plus Bank Holidays and 5 Winter closure days. 
• PerkBox – online shopping discounts, gym memberships, holidays, wellbeing support. 
• Employee Assistance Programme, a 24-hour helpline for staff 
• Online Medical assistance – access 24/7 to a qualified GP within minutes, with referrals and prescriptions available same-day. 
• Interest-free travelcard loans 
• Cyclescheme loans 
• 2 paid Volunteering Days 
• 1 paid Wellbeing Day 
• Employer’s pensions contributions (3%) 
• Learning and Development opportunities 
• Staff Mentoring scheme 
• The Access Project welcomes requests for flexible working arrangements 

Job Title:  Gardener Project Officer for Young Marketeers Knowsley

Position Type: Freelance

Reports to: Project Coordinator

Based at:  Home-working and at schools in Knowsley

Working Hours: 17.5 days @ £165 per day from February – July (£2,887.50) plus 10 x school gardening sessions at £110 per session plus 1 day planning @ £220 (£1,320)

Contract: Temporary

Job Purpose

· To manage the delivery of Young Marketeers in Knowsley in five primary schools

Background to School Food Matters

At School Food Matters we believe that school food can unlock a happier, healthier, more sustainable future for every child. We want a school food system that delivers for all children, so they can enjoy nutritious, delicious and sustainable school food and leave school with an informed and positive relationship with food. To achieve this, we campaign for a better school food system, bringing the voices of children, parents, and teachers to government policy, and deliver fully funded food education programmes in schools across the country.

Young Marketeers

This much-loved programme was started in London in 2012. It is now running in 16 cities across England.  We have been commissioned to deliver the programme in Knowsley by Knowsley Public Health. The programme provides hands-on opportunities for children from primary schools to grow fruit and veg from seed to sell at their local market. Young Marketeers is also a platform for School Food Matters to promote food education to schools and communities as a way to support children to live happy and healthy lives. Children learn the art of growing veg from seed, and market traders will share their secrets on how to create a winning market stall. Primary schools will be visited by our gardener in March/April and then again in May/June and receive further tips on how to ensure a bumper crop. Then in July, they head to the market to sell their produce, and to meet the Mayor!

Key Tasks include:

· Assist with recruitment of five schools to take part in Young Marketeers

· Build and maintain relationships with teachers, teaching assistants and senior leaders to ensure the smooth running of the project

· Build and support relationships with contacts in partner organisations

· Schedule, organise and deliver

o One assembly in each school

o Two food growing sessions in each school

o One market trader training session in each school

o Market Day in the city centre in July for all schools

· Maintain accurate records relating to the programme

• Complete monitoring and evaluation forms in accordance with instructions from our Evaluation team
• Take photos of workshops and events where possible
• Keep Project Coordinator fully updated on progress

· Keep up to date with safeguarding requirements and reporting procedures

• Maintain the ethos of the charity and positively promote our work at all times

Person specification

 Essential

· Experience of delivering food growing sessions to children

· Knowledge of fruit and vegetable growing

· Excellent administrative and organisational skills with great attention to detail

· Excellent IT skills including excel, word and email

· Experience of building relationships with partner organisations and individuals

· Ability to work in a team, and seek help when needed

· Self-motivated and optimistic with a can-do attitude

Desirable

· Experience of working for a charity or not for profit organisation

· Experience of working in primary schools and engaging children

THE COMPANY:

Climate Spring is a global organisation dedicated to transforming how the climate crisis is represented in mainstream entertainment. Funded by philanthropic foundations, we work in partnership with creators, production companies, broadcasters and streamers to develop projects with the potential to shift the narrative on climate. 

Our team is made up of people with experience in commissioning, producing and working in development who understand the complexities of the development process, and who work collaboratively to bring the project to life. Our priority is for the projects we support to reach and engage audiences.

We offer different kinds of support to our partners, including development funding, script consultancy and connection to partners.

THE ROLE:

We are looking for an experienced and creative Development Producer, to provide development support for and oversee development projects on our growing development slate.

The Development producer will help manage the ideas that are submitted to the development fund, prepare and take part in editorial meetings, and build relationships with production companies that are serviced by Climate Spring, and help form new working relationships within the industry.

The development producer will assist the Head of Unscripted in preparing and delivering creative sessions to production companies and stakeholders. They will also help manage our unscripted contacts and prepare for community-building events with unscripted labels and talent.

You have a track record working on or developing unscripted formats a have good eye for commercially viable ideas for broadcasters streamers and online. A knowledge or experience with ad-funded content, whilst not essential, could be helpful.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Project managing funded TV development projects. This involves having regular meetings with production companies, industry bodies and experts.

• Working with the head of unscripted to prepare for editorial and funding meetings.

• Contributing to the editorial decisions made by Climate Spring

• Attending meetings with production companies – remotely and occasionally in person.

• Building relationships with development teams at different production companies

• Working with the head of development and other stakeholders to create new IP with strong climate narratives.

• Managing our submissions slate and funded development slate.

• Preparing materials for brainstorms.

• Assisting in the preparation and execution of events eg: Pitch Competitions, Training days, and social events.

MINIMUM ROLE CRITERIA:

Please Note: It is a requirement for this role for the candidate to be located outside of the M25 and with ability to commute to Manchester.

• Passion for climate and environmental issues

• Min 5 years working in content Production/development. This is not an entry level role, a strong editorial background is required.

• Experience in reading and writing treatments / TV Formats

• Proficiency using digital tools, including Google Office Suite, Zoom, Airtable, etc.

• Experience handling confidential information with tact and sensitivity.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to demonstrate the following skills:

KEY SKILLS:

• Organisation and administrative skills

• Technical/IT experience

• Problem-solving skills, both administrative and creative.

• There will be a requirement to work with global team members on different time zones, therefore occasional availability during Australian, US and UK business hours will be required

• Communication skills - ability to express ideas clearly, write well and generate exciting ideas. Ability to condense large amounts of information into a clear brief.

• Teamwork - ability to respond to the needs of the team, adapting and meeting tight deadlines.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with a wide variety of internal and external colleagues and contributors.

• A self-starter who can work efficiently without being supervised.

• A team player who can collaborate with stakeholders, production companies and the wider Climate Spring Team.

ADDITIONAL ATTRIBUTES PREFERRED:

• Experience working with on-screen talent and agents.

• Knowledge of climate change/environmental and sustainability trends. 

  NEXT STEPS:

  If your skills and experience meet the above requirements and you would like to talk to us about this role, please apply submitting;

  - CV

  - Cover letter (no more than 500 words)

  Please fill out the recruitment monitoring form here when you apply.

  Deadline for applications: 19th December 2025

  Interviews: 12th January 2026

Are you ready to lead and inspire a team driving professional development across the education sector?
 
 
TPP Recruitment is supporting the workforce development body for the Further Education and Training sector to appoint a Regional Relationship Manager.
 
 
Salary: £50,500 per annum  
Employment type: Fixed term contract to July 2026
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Working arrangements: Remote working with significant travel
Start date: ASAP, early January 2026 at the latest
 
 
About the Organisation
 
This organisation is the workforce development body for the Further Education and Training sector, working in partnership with others to deliver professional learning and development for teachers, trainers and leaders. Their mission is to improve education and training for learners aged 14 and over, supporting lifelong learning and social justice. The organisation is proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, guided by values and a commitment to sustainable practice.

About the Role
 
As Regional Relationship Manager, you’ll lead a team of Area Relationship and Development Leads, supporting their growth and ensuring a consistent, high-quality approach to provider engagement. You’ll manage key relationships, drive team performance, and play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s regional strategy.

Key Responsibilities
 

• Line manage a remote team of 3–5 Area Relationship and Development Leads, including recruitment, induction, and ongoing development
• Support and improve engagement with providers to achieve organisational priorities and KPIs
• Account manage a caseload of providers, focusing on existing business
• Facilitate Training Needs Analyses and provide sector intelligence to inform programme development
• Lead on Information, Advice and Guidance across the region, coordinating peer observations and reviews
• Deputise for the Regional Head of Engagement as required
• Lead regional and national projects, collaborating with colleagues and delivery partners
• Maintain accurate records using CRM systems
• Travel regionally and nationally as needed, with occasional overnight stays

 
 
Skills / Experience Required
 

• Significant experience in the education sector
• Proven people management and change management experience
• Ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and promote programme objectives
• Commercial awareness and ability to identify new business opportunities
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Collaborative mindset and strong team working skills
• Solution-oriented, adaptable, and resilient
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office)
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Willingness to use generative AI tools as part of daily workflow

 
 
Interview Process
 

• One stage, online interview
• Interviews from week commencing 8th December 2025

 
 
To Apply
 

• Bespoke cover letter (no more than 1 A4 page)
• CV

 
 
Deadline
 

• Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please apply ASAP to ensure yours is considered

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Wellbeing Manager (fixed term contract until 31.12.26 with potential to extend, subject to funding)

Location: Remote or hybrid – can be fully remote or hybrid with option to attend our head office in Redditch, Worcestershire

Employment Type: Part-time (between 14 and 17.5 hours per week). Some evening and weekend work required. Hours to be agreed with line manager.

Salary: £40k (pro rata)

About the Employer

Cavell is the charity that transforms the lives of nursing and midwifery professionals facing crisis and tough times. The need for Cavell has never been greater, and the charity is at its most critical point in its 108-year history as the demand for support is at an all-time high. Cavell is evolving their support offer to offer a Wellbeing Conversations service on a 12-month pilot aiming to help nursing and midwifery professionals to navigate feelings of stress, overwhelm or uncertainty.

The Role

We are looking for a compassionate, non-judgemental and empathetic individual who is experienced at supporting individuals in a Wellbeing role to co-deliver the Wellbeing Conversations Service. The successful candidate will use a blend of reflective listening, coaching-style questions, practical guidance and signposting to help nursing and midwifery professionals explore their stress, develop healthy coping mechanisms and empower them to address personal and work factors which are contributing to their stress.

This position operates as a job-share, and we are looking for someone to join the existing postholder in delivering the role.

Applicants should be comfortable working collaboratively and communicating effectively to provide seamless coverage and share responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Service Delivery:

• Deliver Cavell’s Wellbeing Conversations service including conducting triage calls and delivering virtual Wellbeing sessions ensuring high-quality delivery, consistency, and responsiveness to demand.
• Ensure exceptional record keeping, ensuring that all relevant data protection and privacy legislation is adhered to.
• Undertake administrative duties to support the delivery of the service, including data entry.
• Have regular peer supervision with their job-share.

Collaboration:

• Work with the Support Team, wider staff, and external stakeholders to identify common themes, challenges, and emerging issues affecting the nursing and midwifery workforce.
• Engage with referral partners and the funder to maintain effective working relationships.
• Signpost individuals to other services and sources of support, including where the Cavell Wellbeing Conversations service may not be appropriate for their needs.
• Assist the Marketing and Communications team to create collateral, capture case studies and build content kits.

Insights and Evaluation:

• Share insights and learning from wellbeing conversations to help shape and strengthen Cavell’s broader support offer and inform service development.
• Co-lead on the evaluation of the Cavell Wellbeing Conversations service including building surveys, analysing data and creating reports. 
• Share knowledge and trends with other internal and external stakeholders. 

The Ideal Candidate:

We’re looking for someone who

• Has experience of working in a wellbeing support role.
• Has experience of giving emotional support and practical guidance to individuals who are stressed or overwhelmed.
• Has experience of using coaching-style questions to help people manage stress and develop healthy coping mechanisms.
• Has excellent communication skills (oral and written).
• Is fully competent with IT including Microsoft Office.
• Has effective organisation and time management skills.
• Has experience of optimising a CRM database to effectively capture and manage data.
• Has a sound understanding of the mental health support services provision nationally.
• Has an understanding or empathy for the pressures facing nursing and midwifery professionals.

Our ideal candidate will also:

• Have experience of working as a nursing or midwifery professional (desirable).
• Have a coaching qualification (desirable).
• Mental Health First Aid or similar qualification (desirable).

Benefits:

• A flexible, supportive working culture
• 30 days of annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Up to an 8% employer pension contribution
• Access to an employer assistance program
• Enhanced sick pay (after probation)
• Enhanced family leave policies

Application process:

• Please click on the 'Apply' button to download the full job pack
• Submit your CV and cover letter answering the below questions by 12pm on Thursday 11th December

• Why are you interested in the role?
• How do your skills, knowledge and experience make you a successful Wellbeing Manager for Cavell?
• Do you have a current notice period?

For candidates who are shortlisted for 1st interview stage, this interview will be held remotely w/c 15th December 2025 and will incorporate a role play task. There will also be the opportunity to ask the panel questions. There may be an informal chat via Teams after the first interview as part of the selection process.

Post: Support & Integration Team Leader
Department: Support
Reports to: Support Service Manager
Location: ACH Birmingham
Salary: £ 34,277 per annum
Working hours: 37.5 hours a week
Contract: Fixed term / Maternity cover (12 months)

About ACH:

Our vision is to empower refugees and migrants who reside in the UK to lead self-sufficient and ambitious
lives.
ACH is a social enterprise comprised of a diverse group of strategists and researchers led by lived
experience. We provide tailored integration services that not only help individuals, but also disrupt the
systems that have entrenched inequalities in our society.
We have a track record of delivering effective support services that give refugees and migrants the tools
they need to succeed. In 2021 alone, we have helped 1000+ people to achieve their personal goals and lead
fulfilling lives in their new country.
By working with us at ACH, you will be supporting refugees and migrants to build a better, brighter future.

Purpose of job

The postholder will lead, develop and motivate a team of support practitioners to ensure that immediate
pastoral resettlement support packages are developed and delivered to meet the specific individual
needs of each tenant, which ultimately facilitates their moving towards living with a greater
independence.
To take overall responsibility for the successful running of the support service as agreed. In line with the
requirements of our regulatory bodies and company policies and procedures. To promote and ensure
high standards of support and involvement opportunities for our tenants.

Key Responsibilities

 Provide support, guidance and training to support team to ensure they are equipped with the
tools and skills to deliver high quality support and involvement programmes in their area. This
includes ensuring that ACH’s internal quality framework for Involvement best practice, and
relevant policies and procedures are followed. Train support team in Support Processes to ensure
that Support Plans, Risk Assessments, Reviews, Exit Interviews are carried out within the required
time frames. Carry out monthly one to one’s with staff and coordinate weekly staff meetings.
 To line manage staff team and act as the first point of contact and to effectively manage, supervise
and develop the support staff and any apprentices or volunteers.
 Support the Housing Team in receiving the new referral and these being processed to ensure
empty rooms are let. Work with the Housing Team to ensure that tenants are aware of their
responsibilities regarding rent payments and licence agreements.
 Work with other teams such as NCS and HIMILO to maintain effective internal referral procedures
for tenants to engage with wider ACH/HIMILO services.
 To maintain an excellent standard of safeguarding practice and awareness throughout the service
and staff team and to support staff on safeguarding issues. Working in line with ACH’s
Safeguarding Policy to follow up any safeguarding related issues and ensure they are dealt with
effectively with appropriate referrals to safeguarding boards, local authorities social services and
where necessary the Police.
 To provide and seek training, support and guidance for staff and to implement staff training
programmes. Ensuring all staff have completed any mandatory training and any training specific
to service delivery. Ensure that staff maintain Continuing Professional Development logs that
record trainings undertaken.
 Monitor support service ensuring that support plans and risk assessments are reviewed, evaluated
and updated regularly. To ensure all paperwork is completed to a high standard and clear and
concise records are maintained.
 Regular monitoring of Salesforce CRM, making use of data reports to ensure that support
outcomes are being reached. Carrying out quality audits of support service and report findings to
management and make recommendations for service improvements. To ensure best practice
through internal auditing and self-monitoring.
 Provide regular information and reports for Committee and other stakeholders in order to
demonstrate the impact of activities and outcomes achieved by the support team.
 Recruit, manage and motivate employees within the team, ensuring they are trained in the
performance of their duties and appraised of their performance; organise, supervise and monitor
their performance, thereby ensuring the provision of efficient, effective and high quality services.
Dealing with all personnel issues in conjunction with the HR Manager as necessary. Maintain
personal records on the HR database, manage holiday requests.
 Represent ACH professionally to external stakeholders.
 To work with the Head of Support to ensure effective administrative systems and procedures
relating to the effective running of the support service are in place.
 Manage designated caseload to a high standard keeping accurate records in CRM.
 If department is OISC registered maintain high quality case management system in line with OISC
Code of Standards.

Role Description

The Funding and Insights Officer supports the Head of Funding and Partnerships (HFP) in delivering HACT’s fundraising and income generation objectives in line with the organisation’s business strategy. This role focuses on identifying new business and funding opportunities, conducting market, sector and competitor research, and generating actionable insights to support HACT’s marketing, customer engagement, and income generation strategies.

The postholder will play a key role in shaping HACT’s understanding of the external environment, including trends in housing, social impact, and innovation. Reporting to the HFP, they will contribute to fundraising applications to trusts, foundations, and corporates, support the services team in developing compelling and proposals for HACT’s research and consultancy work, and carry out desk-based market research to inform the activities of the marketing and customer teams.

The role requires excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while prioritising effectively to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct market, sector and competitor research to identify trends, opportunities, and risks relevant to HACT’s programmes and services
• Produce intelligence reports and briefings to inform marketing campaigns, customer outreach, and strategic planning
• Identify and assess potential funders, partners, and clients aligned with HACT’s mission and services
• Support the HFP in preparing proposals, funding applications, and sponsorship pitches
• Support the HFP to produce compelling performance and evaluation reports for funders and other donors
• Maintain and update a bank of proposal templates and sector insights
• Support the services team in the development of professionally written proposals
• Collaborate with marketing and customer teams to target organisations and contacts for campaigns
• Use CRM systems to track business development activities, monitor proposal and funding application progress, and report key metrics
• Maintain accurate records of engagement, income, and pipeline development

Required skills

Essential skills and experience

• Experience securing new funding opportunities or partnerships (commercial or charitable)
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce persuasive content
• Proficient in using research tools and databases (e.g. Charity Commission, Companies House)
• Ability to synthesise complex information into actionable insights
• Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills across teams
• Excellent time management and prioritisation

Desirable skills and experience

• Experience of measuring and reporting on project impacts
• Familiarity with CRM systems and data tracking
• Understanding of marketing and customer engagement strategies
• Knowledge of the UK social housing sector either professionally or through lived experience

Job accountabilities

• Support the HFP in delivering strategic growth and income targets
• Maintain a pipeline of opportunities and sector intelligence
• Collaborate across teams to ensure alignment of business development activities
• Produce high-quality proposals and insights that support HACT’s professional services, customer and marketing teams
• Actively model HACT’s values and behaviours by consistently demonstrating collaborative, supportive and respectful working with internal and external stakeholders and contribute to an inclusive and respectful culture

Employees are also expected to be flexible in undertaking the duties and responsibilities attached to their post and may be asked to perform other duties that are consistent with the grade, responsibilities, and typical scope of the role. Any additional tasks should remain appropriate to the nature of the post and not extend into unrelated functions or specialisms.

All employees are expected to work in accordance with the organisation’s values and behavioural standards, which include being supportive, transparent, respectful, kind, honest, and collaborative. This means fostering a culture of empathy, openness, integrity, and teamwork in all interactions, and contributing positively to the organisation’s mission and strategic objectives.

This position is currently based remotely with the occasional day in the London office and travel to UK based events as required.

About HACT

Innovation. Collaboration. Insights.

It’s what we’ve always done.

As the charity of the social housing sector, these are the core values that have driven the transformation and development of housing providers for over 60 years.

We believe the provision of housing is about more than just bricks and mortar – it’s about enhancing peoples’ lives.

By partnering with organisations across the housing sector, we drive value for residents and communities through insight-led products and services which encourage innovation and foster collaboration.

To apply for this role, please share your CV with a one-page cover letter setting out why this role appeals to you and how your skillls and experience meet the key skills points in the job description.

Interviews expected to take place the week commencing the mid-December.

Are you a dynamic fundraising professional with a passion for protecting our rivers and waterways? 

Environmental non-profit Planet Patrol is at a pivotal moment of growth and evolution. We’re now seeking a proactive, highly organised fundraising professional to help continue this growth. If you have a proven track record in strategic partnership creation, grant fundraising, and have a knack and thirst for hitting financial targets, ideally for environmental causes, we want to hear from you! 

About Planet Patrol

Our vision is a world where all beings can enjoy our waterways, free from pollution. We are a global community dedicated to placing people-powered environmental data at the heart of decision-making. Through our unique anywhere, anytime, anybody approach to citizen science, we gather critical evidence of water and litter pollution to drive solutions that protect both environmental and human health. Our data and citizen science methods have been featured in academic journals (Stanton, et al., 2022) and media investigations (Channel 4 and ITV), enhancing public and scientific knowledge of litter pollution. 

About the role

The Fundraising Lead (Corporate & Grants) will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of income generation for Planet Patrol, including the planning and delivery of our fundraising strategy; with a focus on corporates and grants. You will secure new partnerships and sponsorships, and develop high-value, multi-year commitments that align with both Planet Patrol’s priorities and our funders objectives. Whilst this role is fixed term, we hope to secure enough funding to make the role permanent.

About you

You must thrive in a start-up environment and have a can-do attitude to problem solving. You’ll be one of only a handful of employees and a team of excellent freelancers, so being a team player is a must! This is a great opportunity to really shape the organisation and our impact, so if you like having agency and being innovative, Planet Patrol would be a great fit.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising & Relationship Building

• Meet and exceed the annual new funding target of £300k, whilst maintaining existing funding agreements.
• Secure sponsorship for at least three organisational priorities worth a minimum of £50k each.
• Write and submit innovative, engaging and impactful funding applications.
• Prospect new supporters and build long-term, high-value relationships.
• Quickly and efficiently respond to calls for proposals, maximising all opportunities..
• Work with colleagues across Planet Patrol to develop and deliver bespoke opportunities aligned with funder priorities.
• Host cultivation events and support other team members in engaging prospective sponsors.
• Ensure due diligence in line with Planet Patrol’s ethics and due diligence policies.

Strategic

• Lead on the development and delivery of Planet Patrol’s fundraising strategy, setting income targets and KPIs with the Director.
• Work closely with the Head of Programmes and Campaigns to develop exciting, innovative and impactful funding propositions. 
• Contribute to the wider Organisational strategy and annual Business Plan.
• Keep abreast of sector developments and funding opportunities to ensure plans are timely and effective.

Account Management

• Maximise our existing portfolio of corporate supporters, ensuring timely delivery of benefits, publicity and events.
• Oversee reporting to funders, sponsors and partners, demonstrating impact and value.
• Manage budgets within the fundraising portfolio and contribute to organisational efficiency and effectiveness.

Marketing & Communications

• Create compelling and innovative partnership opportunities for corporate supporters.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver sponsorship benefits and ensure accurate representation of sponsors across Planet Patrol platforms.
• Coordinate sponsor advertising and communications, with support from colleagues.
• Positively represent Planet Patrol at events and conferences.

Role requirements:

• A minimum three years working in a fast-paced, start-up environment.
• A demonstrated ability in securing funding worth five-and-six figures.
• Experience working remotely and making impactful relationships online.
• Be able to communicate effectively with senior corporate leaders.
• Experience in providing excellent stakeholder engagement, ideally through an integrated CRM.
• A natural networker and innovator, you’ll always be spotting opportunities.
• Excellent general IT skills and knowledge of new platforms to enable efficiency (Trello, Slack, HubSpot, Xero). 
• Passionate about the environment and the importance of data.
• A commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion.
• Legal right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.
• A clean, full driving license is preferred. 

What we offer

Planet Patrol values collaboration, innovation, and a healthy work-life balance. That’s why we’re proud to be a 4-day week employer. We offer a flexible, remote working environment, paired with regular opportunities to connect as a team. We’re a vibrant, mission-driven non-profit that supports professional growth, alongside wellbeing. We offer a generous annual leave package, your birthdays off and encourage you to get out into nature whenever possible.

Application details

If you believe in the work we’re doing and think you could add something to it then we would love to hear from you. Please note that we are unable to process incomplete applications.

Applications close midnight Wednesday 26 November. 

First stage interviews will be held virtually on Tuesday 02 December.

Second stage interviews will be held in person on Tuesday 09 December.

The Partnerships Manager will play a pivotal role in delivering Youth Futures Foundation’s Employer Strategy.

You will embed and scale evidence-based practice across employer networks to create systemic change in how employers recruit, develop and retain young people.

This role suits someone skilled at translating strategy into delivery — influencing employer behaviour and embedding Youth Futures’ evidence into employer practice.

• You will bring experience of driving behaviour or practice change through partnerships, combined with a passion for tackling youth unemployment and a strong interest in equity, diversity and inclusion issues.
• You will need solid relationship-building and collaboration skills, and the ability to manage people and performance to deliver measurable impact.
• An understanding of how inclusive employment practices and workplace cultures can improve outcomes for young people — particularly those facing disadvantage.

This role can be based at our Birmingham, Leeds or London hub. We currently operate a hybrid model of two-days per week in the office and three-days from home.

For more information on this role, please download our recruitment pack.

Due to receiving high volumes of interest in our opportunities, this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised deadline. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.