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FWAG SouthWest is looking for a Head of Operations to help lead our organisation through its next phase. This is a senior leadership role with real influence over how we deliver our work, support our team and respond to the changing environment for farming and wildlife.
About us
FWAG SouthWest is an environmental charity working with farmers and land managers to deliver practical change on the ground. We combine an understanding of farming businesses with environmental expertise to support better outcomes for nature, climate and food production. Our work brings people together: farmers, communities and partners to deliver change at a local and landscape scale. As farming responds to new policy, markets and environmental pressures, our role is to help shape and deliver solutions that work, supporting resilient farm businesses alongside climate-resilient landscapes and nature recovery.
The role
As Head of Operations, you will lead delivery across the South West, working through a network of county teams and specialists. Your focus will be on strengthening our ability to deliver. Supporting team leaders to grow capacity, manage workload and deliver high quality work in increasingly complex projects. You will work alongside teams to remove barriers, improve systems and step into delivery where needed helping to ensure work progresses and opportunities are achieved. Working closely with the CEO and senior team, you will help translate strategy into delivery and ensure we remain effective, responsive and financially sustainable. You will also play a key role in how we respond to change across the sector, supporting teams to navigate new policy, funding and partnership opportunities.
About you
We are looking for an experienced leader who is motivated by enabling others to deliver. You don’t need to have experience in the environmental sector. We are open to candidates from a wide range of backgrounds who can bring strong leadership, a collaborative approach, professional skills and share our values.
What matters is your ability to:
• Support and develop people to increase their capacity and confidence
• Work alongside teams to solve problems and keep delivery moving
• Manage complex programmes and competing priorities
• Put in place practical systems and structures that support delivery
• Build strong relationships across a regional organisation
An interest in farming, land management or the natural environment is important, detailed sector knowledge is desirable.
For further details and a full job description and person specification, please see attachments below.
Why join us
This is an opportunity to play a key role in a charity with a strong reputation and clear purpose.
You will:
• Help shape how we deliver across the South West
• Lead and support a skilled and committed team
• Work on issues that matter for the future of farming, climate and nature
• Be part of an organisation rooted in practical action and trusted relationships
Further information
o Salary £56,650 – £61,800, dependent on experience
o Permanent contract
o 37.5 hours per week, but applications from those looking for 4 days (30 hours) per week will also be considered
o 25 days per annum, rising by a day a year with service to 30 days per annum, plus public holidays and an opportunity to buy or sell annual leave
o Flexible working hours
o Pension scheme - employer contribution 4%, employee contribution 4% with salary sacrifice applicable
o Employee wellbeing scheme and Employee assistance programme
o Support to undertake relevant external training and qualifications
o Group life insurance scheme
o Professional subscriptions relevant to the post supported
o Regular travel across the South West will be required and therefore access to a vehicle is essential
Supporting farmers to promote and enhance the conservation of wildlife and the environment
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About Bristol Avon Rivers Trust
Bristol Avon Rivers Trust is an independent environmental charity dedicated to restoring and protecting the rivers of the Bristol Avon catchment for people and wildlife.
We work across urban and rural landscapes to deliver practical river restoration, natural flood management, climate resilience, biodiversity recovery and community engagement projects at a catchment scale. Our work ranges from removing barriers to fish migration and restoring river habitat, through to supporting regenerative farming, creating wetlands and woodlands, and engaging communities in citizen science and environmental action.
As the Trust continues to grow in scale, ambition and complexity, we are seeking an experienced and highly organised Head of Operations to help strengthen our organisational systems, support our team and enable the effective delivery of our strategic vision.
Location
Hybrid working – with regular attendance across BART offices, project sites and meetings within the Bristol Avon catchment.
Reports to
Chief Executive Officer
Hours
Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Flexible working arrangements considered.
Purpose of the Role
The Head of Operations will play a central leadership role within Bristol Avon Rivers Trust, ensuring the organisation operates safely, effectively, efficiently and sustainably as it continues to grow.
This is a strategic and hands-on operational role overseeing organisational systems, support governance, HR, compliance, health & safety, programme management support and internal operations.
Working closely with the CEO and Senior Leadership Team, the postholder will help manage the organisations systems and culture needed to support high-quality delivery across a growing environmental charity.
The role will suit someone who thrives in dynamic organisations, enjoys problem solving and optimising systems, understanding and making sense of complexity, and is motivated by supporting teams to deliver meaningful impact and achieving the organisations goals.
Key Responsibilities
Organisational Leadership & Operations
- Lead and oversee day-to-day organisational operations across the Trust
- Develop and improve internal systems, processes and operational procedures
- Support organisational planning and delivery against BART’s strategic objectives
- Work closely with the CEO and senior managers to support organisational growth and resilience
- Contribute to organisational decision-making and leadership culture
People & HR Management
- Oversee HR systems, policies and procedures
- Support recruitment, onboarding and staff development processes
- Help foster a positive, inclusive and high-performing workplace culture
- Support managers with operational people-management matters
- Coordinate staff wellbeing and professional development initiatives
Governance & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with charity, company and employment regulations
- Support the CEO with governance processes, trustee reporting and organisational policies
- Oversee organisational risk management systems
- Ensure appropriate insurance, contracts and compliance frameworks are in place
- Lead on operational health & safety systems and organisational compliance
Organisational Systems
- Support organisational budgeting and financial monitoring alongside the finance and Senior Leadership team
- Oversee operational procurement and contract management systems
- Support implementation and optimisation of organisational systems, including Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and IT systems including cyber security
- Improve internal reporting and programme coordination systems
Programme & Delivery Support
- Support operational coordination across BART programmes and projects
- Help ensure teams are appropriately resourced and supported
- Improve organisational project management systems and workflows
- Support efficient collaboration across delivery teams
- Contribute to organisational development opportunities and partnerships
Person Specification
Essential Experience & Skills
- Significant experience in operational management, organisational leadership or business management
- Experience developing and improving organisational systems and processes
- Strong understanding of governance, compliance and organisational risk management
- Experience supporting HR and people-management processes
- Excellent organisational and project management skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work strategically while also being comfortable with operational detail
- Experience managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and organisational software systems
Desirable Experience
- Experience working within the environmental, charity or public sector
- Knowledge of charity governance and funding environments
- Experience supporting organisational growth and change management
- Familiarity with CRM systems and operational databases
- Understanding of health & safety systems within field-based organisations
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who:
- Is highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused
- Enjoys enabling others to succeed
- Can balance strategic thinking with practical delivery
- Is calm and adaptable in a growing organisation
- Has strong emotional intelligence and leadership skills
- Wants to help a small organisation grow and deliver its goal of restoring rivers, landscapes and communities
Why Join BART?
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of one of the UK’s growing rivers trusts at a pivotal stage in its development.
You’ll join a passionate and ambitious team delivering meaningful environmental change across the Bristol Avon catchment, while helping build the organisational foundations needed for long-term impact.
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas close
- Flexible and hybrid working
- 9% Employer pension contribution
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Employee wellbeing support
- Opportunity to shape a growing organisation with real environmental impact
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Bristol Avon Rivers Trust is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported.
We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities, particularly those underrepresented within the environmental sector.
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We are looking for a Head of Operations & Development to play a key leadership role in a creative, community-focused Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation.
This is a hands-on role combining leadership of day-to-day operations with responsibility for income generation through funding applications, grants, and tenders.
You will play a central role in strengthening how we work and ensuring we have the systems, resources, and funding needed to deliver our programmes and grow sustainably.
About Gazebo
Gazebo is a diverse arts organisation based in Wolverhampton and an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation.
We have a fantastic programme of Theatre in Education, community arts, out-of-school activities, professional touring theatre, and creative training. Our work supports children, young people, and communities to build skills, confidence, and creativity.
We are rooted in our values of creativity, inclusion, and collaboration, with a strong commitment to diversity, social justice, and community engagement.
What you’ll do
- Lead the day-to-day operations of the organisation
- Develop and maintain effective systems and processes
- Lead on funding applications, bids, and tenders
- Identify and develop new income streams and partnerships
- Oversee financial processes, budgets, and reporting (with support)
- Support governance, compliance, and reporting
- Line manage staff and support effective organisational delivery
About you
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience in a senior operational or management role
- Has experience writing funding applications or bids
- Is confident managing a broad range of responsibilities
- Is proactive, organised, and able to take ownership
- Is approachable and able to build strong working relationships
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in the arts, cultural, or voluntary and community sector. However, we also welcome applications from those with transferable skills and experience from other sectors.
Why join us
This is a key leadership role within a small, ambitious organisation.
You will play a central part in shaping how we operate, securing funding, and supporting the delivery of creative work with communities.
For full details, including the full job description and person specification, please visit: linktr.ee/gazebotheatreuk
How to apply
Please send:
- A CV (maximum 2–3 pages)
- A supporting statement (maximum 2 pages)
- A completed equalities monitoring form
Your supporting statement should:
- Set out how you meet the requirements of the role, as outlined in the full person specification (in candidate pack available on our link tree)
- Highlight your experience of operational management and funding
- Include an example of a funding application or similar work
- Explain why you are interested in the role and why you would be a good fit
Please include “Head of Operations & Development” in the subject line of your email
Closing date: Friday 19 June 2026
Interviews: Friday 3 July 2026, Gazebo Theatre, Wolverhampton
If you need any support with your application, please get in touch and we will do our best to meet your needs.
Equality & inclusion
We particularly welcome applications from people of the Global Majority and those currently underrepresented in the arts and cultural sector.
For full details, including the full job description and person specification, please visit: linktr.ee/gazebotheatreuk
Please submit:
A CV (maximum 2–3 pages)
A supporting statement (maximum 2 pages)
A completed equalities monitoring form
Your supporting statement should:
Set out how you meet the requirements of the role, as outlined in full person specification in candidate pack on link tree
Highlight your experience of operational management and funding
Include an example of a funding application or similar work
Explain why you are interested in the role and why you would be a good fit
To promote social, educational & artistic development through Creative Arts, by providing a range of programmes in response to the needs & aspirations
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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DFN Project SEARCH is looking for an experienced charity finance professional to take on the newly-created Head of Finance role. As a well-established and successful UK charity, we are operating in a period of continued growth and require a Head of Finance who combines reliable financial insight, robust control and strong governance with hands-on delivery. This role will work closely with the Finance Director and wider executive team while remaining directly involved in month-end, reporting, controls, cash flow and systems improvement. This role has a requirement to travel to London an average of twice monthly as well as other UK travel to support away days and programme visits.
Key responsibilities include:
- End-to-end ownership of the finance function, ensuring accurate, efficient and compliant day-to-day operations.
- Working closely with the Finance Director to deliver management reporting, annual budgeting, statutory accounts and audit support.
- Strengthening cash flow forecasting, treasury oversight, credit control and financial planning to support organisational growth.
- Principal owner of the charity’s financial controls, policies, procedures and systems, further developing the use of Xero for real-time insight.
- Supporting the charity’s funding model through strong oversight of restricted funds, grant reporting, contract support and funder compliance.
- Build financial understanding across the organisation by supporting budget holders and translating financial information for non-finance colleagues.
- Clear reporting relationship with the Finance Director and line management responsibility for the Finance Administrator.
Essential criteria
The successful candidate should be a fully qualified accountant who is comfortable leading and doing in a small charity environment. They should be technically strong, confident with hands-on financial operations, and able to work credibly with the Finance Director, executive colleagues, trustees, external advisors and non-finance budget holders.
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent).
- Proven experience in a finance management role with end-to-end responsibility for a finance function.
- Strong working knowledge of Charity SORP and charity accounting requirements.
- Experience preparing management accounts, statutory accounts and board-level financial reports.
- Strong cash flow management, balance sheet reconciliation and month-end close capability.
- Experience of restricted funds management, grant reporting and supporting budgets for funding applications or tenders.
- Confident using accounting systems, ideally Xero, and advanced Excel.
- Ability to explain financial information clearly to non-specialist audiences and partner effectively with budget holders.
- Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to line manage and develop a small finance team.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing Financial Instructions in a charity setting
Desirable criteria
- Experience of leading change and process optimisation
- Experience in a remote or distributed organisation
- Experience of working with complex stakeholder groups across education, public sector, social impact or donor settings
- Experience of payroll oversight, VAT returns and finance systems/process improvement would be highly valuable.
Remuneration and Offer Considerations
Over and above the salary range offered, we also offer:
- Flexible working arrangements considered including jobsharing and part-time (minimum of 4 days per week) work as well as a condensed hours working pattern of 10 working days over 9.
- Annual leave buy-back.
- Remote role with travel as required.
- Wellbeing benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme and NHS top-up support.
To apply for this role you must have the right to work in the UK.
Please send a copy of your CV with a maximum of two pages, and a supporting statement outlining why you would like to work for DFN Project SEARCH, why you are interested in this role, how you meet the essential and where applicable the desirable criteria, and what experience you would bring if you were to be successful.
Final panel interview date is scheduled for 30 June 2026.
DFN Project SEARCH is a disability confident employer. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments during your application process.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
The Early Education and Childcare Coalition unites the voices of parents, children, providers, early years professionals and the wider business community, working together for investment and reform of early education and childcare in England.
We believe that we all benefit from a well-functioning early education system and we all have a role to play in ensuring it works for children, parents and the economy.
We are backed by some of the most high-profile campaign and research organisations in the UK. Our members span providers, parent groups, trade unions, the business community and NGOs. Together, we use our collective voice and research to build public and political support for change.
This is an exciting time to join the Coalition. We have experienced significant growth in recent years and, with early years firmly on the political agenda, we expect this to continue.
About the role
- Hours: 30 hours per week (this can be worked over 4 or 5 days). We will consider other working patterns with a minimum of 3.5 days per week worked over 4.
- Duration: Two-year contract, renewed subject to funding
- Location: Home-working, can be based anywhere in the country
- Salary: c. £53,820 per annum FTE (£43,056 pro-rata for 4 days)
We are a remote team, with most colleagues based outside London. This role will support the whole organisation and requires occasional in-person meetings such as in-person team planning days which you will be expected to travel to.
We work flexibly and understand the realities of balancing work with caring commitments. We trust you to manage your time, but expect most hours to be worked within core office hours. To support effective remote working, all staff work on Thursdays.
This is a senior, cross-cutting leadership role sitting at the heart of the organisation. You will lead on operations, finance, HR and organisational systems, while working closely with the Executive Director and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and the Board to ensure the Coalition is sustainable, well-run, and set up for growth and impact.
About You
You are an experienced operations leader with a strong track record of building and running effective organisational systems, ideally within a charity, social impact or policy environment.
You are equally comfortable developing strategy and rolling up your sleeves to deliver. You bring strong financial and organisational management skills, and are motivated by enabling high-impact teams to thrive.
You have experience working at senior leadership level and are confident operating across a small, fast-paced organisation where priorities can shift quickly. You are a systems thinker who can spot gaps, create structure, and improve how things work.
What You Can Expect to Be Doing
Function leadership
- Work as part of the Senior Leadership Team
- Contribute to organisational strategy, planning and growth
- Support organisational decision-making, balancing operational, financial and strategic priorities
Develop operations and organisational systems
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the organisation, ensuring efficient and effective operations
- Develop and implement systems, processes and policies to support a scaling organisation
- Take ownership of organisational infrastructure (e.g. CRM, internal systems, workflows)
- Improve internal coordination, planning and ways of working across functions
Financial management and sustainability
- Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including reporting, invoicing and payments
- Support organisational financial planning, forecasting and scenario modelling
- Work with external accountants/bookkeepers and ensure strong financial controls
- Support the Executive Director and Board on financial governance and decision-making
People management
- Ensure the organisation has robust HR systems in place, ensuring they reflect changes in legislation, support staff wellbeing and development and foster an inclusive and positive culture
- Lead recruitment, onboarding and staff contracts
- Support performance management, team development and organisational culture
Programme and contract management
- Oversee operational delivery of programmes and projects
- Manage funder agreements and contracts, ensuring compliance and reporting
- Support programme leads with planning, delivery tracking and coordination
- Strengthen systems for delivery and accountability
Governance and organisational support
- Support effective governance, including Board coordination and reporting
- Ensure strong administration of meetings, papers and decision-making processes
- Strengthen alignment between governance, strategy and operations
Cross-organisational leadership
- Act as a central coordination point across policy, campaigns, research and communications
- Support other heads of function to deliver effectively through strong operational systems
- Identify and address organisational capacity gaps, particularly in admin, finance and infrastructure
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience of working at senior leadership level
- Strong experience in operations and financial management
- Experience establishing or improving systems and organisational infrastructure
- Experience of HR processes and people management
- Experience supporting governance and working with senior stakeholders
- Ability to operate effectively in a small, fast-paced and growing organisation
- Strong organisational, problem-solving and communication skills
Desirable
- Experience in a charity, coalition, membership or policy organisation
- Experience supporting organisational growth or scaling
- Experience managing CRMs or digital systems
- While not essential, we would welcome applications from candidate who have either a HR or a financial qualification i.e. CIPD qualified or AAT qualification or similar level of experience and knowledg
The application process
Please apply with a CV and cover letter (no more than two pages) by the listed closing date. No agencies please. We recognise that the use of AI technologies can be useful in reducing the work that goes into job-hunting, however, we kindly request that you use your cover letter to evidence that you have understood the requirements of the role and provide examples of how you can meet the criteria.
The EECC is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We use anonymous recruiting during the application process and we use positive action under section 159 of the Equality Act in relation to disability or race. This means that if we have two candidates of equal merit in our process, we will seek to take forward the disabled or Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidate in order to diversify our staff team.
We regret that our small team does not have capacity to respond to unsuccessful applicants individually.
Timeline
- Closing date: 23:30, Thursday 11th June
- Notified for interview by: Tuesday 16th June
- Interviews: We expect this to be a two-stage interview process with first interviews held on either 24th or 25th June and second stage interviews arranged an agreed time.
Working together for an early education and childcare sector that delivers for our children, for parents, and for the economy.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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At the National Garden Scheme a central office with a team of 13 is the hub for a wide range of activity involving hundreds of volunteers, thousands of garden owners and a large audience of beneficiary charities, suppliers, supporters and partners, as well as members of the public who want to visit gardens and engage with the charity.
The Head of Operations leads and manages County Support, a team of four who deliver the resources, information and support needed by our volunteer county organising teams who support the garden owners. The Head of Operations is key in ensuring that the volunteers feel valued and supported.
The right candidate will have experience of database management, ideally Microsoft Dynamics, so that they can update, interrogate and maintain our database and online portal through which garden owners register and manage their garden data. We are currently updating our IT system and there will be a need for change management to ensure that staff and volunteers are comfortable using the new system.
The successful applicant will thrive in a busy, hands-on and varied role and the key requirements are efficiency and excellent communication skills. This is a role for a meticulous, problem-solving people person.
The ethos of the organisation is rooted in generosity and kindness and the office is a warm and welcoming place to work.
Key responsibilities
Manage the county support team
- Lead and manage the county support team
- Manage smooth working relations between the county support team and other staff
- Lead the county support team in their day to day activities and relationships with county organising teams, garden owners, visitors and other stakeholders
To work closely with and manage liaison with county team volunteers
- To work with county organisers to maximise levels of service from head office
- To work with county organisers for smooth recruitment and succession for volunteer roles
To manage and deliver the annual data gathering and fulfilment operations
- To work with county support and county teams in annual gathering of garden data
- To ensure timely delivery of material to publisher
- To organise and deliver with county support the annual delivery of bulk orders to county teams
To manage key operational elements for the organisation
- To oversee the insurance of garden openings, including claims
To support the Chief Executive in the provision of HR to employees and volunteers
- To recruit, induct and train new members of staff as required
- To carry out performance reviews for some members of staff
- To manage welcome days at head office for new volunteers.
Other duties include:
- Attend national garden shows (e.g. Chelsea) and other events as required.
- Protect and enhance the organisation’s public reputation when speaking on its behalf.
Benefits:
- 28 days holiday (inclusive of public holidays), subsequent increases up to 33 days.
- Permanent, full time role, 35 hours a week – 9am to 5pm with one hour lunch break.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential/Desirable
Confident knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
E
Knowledge and experience of databases, preferably Microsoft Dynamics
D
Experience as an office administrator
D
Personal Skills
Efficiency and reliability
E
Excellent interpersonal skills
E
Excellent oral communication skills
E
Accuracy and attention to detail
E
Ability to prioritise and work to strict deadlines
E
Car owner and driver
E
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Harris Hill is delighted to be partnering with STOP THE TRAFFIK to recruit a Head of Operations.
London (hybrid working) | Permanent | £42,856–£51,432
STOP THE TRAFFIK works globally to prevent human trafficking and exploitation, disrupting criminal networks through intelligence, partnerships and targeted prevention programmes.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Senior Leadership Team and help shape the operational infrastructure that enables the organisation to deliver its mission and maximise its impact.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the organisation's operations, ensuring effective systems, processes and compliance
- Oversee governance, risk management, policy development and data protection
- Coordinate financial planning, budgeting and operational reporting
- Lead people operations, supporting recruitment, performance management and organisational culture
- Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes and ways of working
About you:
- Experienced in operational leadership within the charity, public or private sector
- Strong knowledge of governance, compliance, risk and organisational effectiveness
- Skilled in managing budgets, projects and organisational change
- A collaborative leader who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery
- Motivated by the opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven organisation
This role would suit candidates from the charity, public or private sectors who can demonstrate transferable operational leadership experience and a commitment to purpose-driven work.
STOP THE TRAFFIK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, including those with lived experience.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a growing international charity tackling one of the world's most pressing human rights issues.
For more information, please submit your CV to
Please note, CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
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North & West Gloucestershire Citizens Advice is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our strategic leadership team and help shape the future of our services and communities.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and respected charity with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality advice and support services. We are proud to be an organisation that values collaboration, innovation, and professional development, making it a great place to work and grow your career.
As part of our leadership team, you will work closely with colleagues and partner agencies to strengthen services, drive continuous improvement, and achieve the best possible outcomes for the people and communities we support.
You will play a key role in shaping and strengthening operational delivery across the organisation, ensuring high-quality services while supporting innovation, growth, and long-term sustainability.
Key details
Position: Head of Operations
Location: Flexible within North & West Gloucestershire (hybrid working available)
Hours: 1.0 FTE (approx. 37 hours per week)
Salary: £44,163
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Annual leave and benefits:
27 days plus Bank Holidays
Contribution of 7% based on 4% employee contribution
Employee Assistance Scheme
Birthday Leave
Christmas Closure
Flexible Working Policy
What are the responsibilities?
- Lead and support advice, health, and community service teams to deliver high-quality and effective services.
- Oversee day-to-day operations, service performance, staffing, and resource planning.
- Use data and insight to support continuous improvement, decision-making, and operational performance.
- Support workforce development, including staff training, volunteer engagement, and organisational capacity planning.
- Work with senior leaders, partners, and funders to support service development, organisational growth, and positive outcomes for communities.
- Ensure services operate in line with quality standards, safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection requirements.
What are the requirements?
This job is for you if you:
- Have strong operational leadership and people management experience.
- Can lead teams, manage performance, and drive continuous improvement within a fast-paced environment.
- Are confident using data and operational insight to support planning and decision-making.
- Have excellent communication, organisational, and relationship-building skills.
- Are collaborative, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred services.
- Share our values of inclusion, professionalism, integrity, and continuous learning.
It would also be beneficial if you have experience working within the charity, advice, health, or community sectors, knowledge of commissioning or funding environments, or experience mobilising new services or projects.
Application deadline: 14th June 2026 (may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Suzy Lamplugh Trust
Hybrid (40% office-based)
Full-time (35 hours)
Permanent
£47,124
Start: ASAP
Lead and shape services supporting victims of stalking and abuse
The Suzy Lamplugh Trust is seeking a Head of Operations to provide strategic leadership across our services, ensuring they are safe, effective, compliant, and sustainable.
This is a senior leadership role, responsible for overseeing service performance, infrastructure, and delivery at an organisational level. You will play a key role in shaping strategy, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring our services meet the needs of victims and funders alike.
About the role
You will:
- Provide strategic and operational leadership across all services, ensuring high-quality and compliant delivery
- Lead on organisational performance, including KPIs, quality standards, and reporting frameworks
- Oversee contract and grant delivery, ensuring all obligations and compliance requirements are met
- Hold senior relationships with commissioners, funders, and external stakeholders
- Lead service development, mobilisation of new contracts, and organisational change
- Ensure effective systems, infrastructure, and processes are in place to support delivery
- Provide leadership across safeguarding, risk, and organisational compliance
- Work as part of the Senior Management Team to shape and deliver organisational strategy
This role focuses on service infrastructure, performance, and strategic oversight, rather than direct frontline management
About you
You will be an experienced senior leader with a strong track record in operational and strategic service delivery within a safeguarding or related environment.
You will have:
- Significant experience leading multiple frontline services within a safeguarding or VAWG-related sector
- Experience operating at senior leadership level, contributing to organisational strategy
- Strong experience of performance management, KPIs, and quality assurance frameworks
- Experience managing statutory contracts or grant-funded services
- Proven ability to lead organisational change, service mobilisation, or transformation
- Strong understanding of safeguarding, compliance, and information governance
- Experience working with commissioners and senior external stakeholders
Desirable:
- Experience within stalking, domestic abuse, or VAWG services
- Experience in a charity or commissioned service environment
- Experience in organisational restructuring, service redesign, or systems implementation
Why join us
- Lead and shape services that support victims of stalking and abuse
- Join a collaborative and mission-driven senior leadership team
- Play a critical role in organisational strategy, growth and impact
How to apply
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria detailed within the person specification.
Applications will not be considered without a supporting statement
Additional information
- This is a senior leadership role reporting to the CEO
To reduce the risk and prevalence of abuse, aggression and violence - with a specific focus on stalking and harassment
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of Operations and People
Are you a dynamic and organised leader, ready to inspire and support a dedicated team of staff and volunteers?
Energetic, yet calm and composed at a senior level? If you’re excited about using your professional experience to make a difference to young people, this could be the perfect role for you!
This is an exciting opportunity to take on a senior leadership role, where no two days are ever the same!
As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race & other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities.
Position: Head of Operations and People
Location: Tilbury, Essex (Until the youth zone is completed and fully operational you will be based at the temporary offices space at Tilbury Community Association)
Salary: £40,000 to £45,500 (dependent upon experience) with 33 days
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: 33 days Holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) Workplace pension, Free gym access (once the youth zone opens) Access to the organisations Talent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring
Closing Date: 12 noon on 5th June 2026. We may close this role early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
First Stage Interviews: Online – 16th July 2026
Second Stage Interviews: 23rd July 2026 at a location local to Tilbury
About the Role
During the pre-opening phase, the role will focus on developing the youth zones back-office functions, undertaking all necessary tasks, planning and preparations to ensure we are fully operation at opening. This will include setting up the HR function ahead of recruiting the wider team and supporting staff wellbeing, development, and compliance.
The Head of Operations and People role is a key position at the youth zone. When open, as part of the Senior Management team, you’ll lead and manage the back-office functions, ensuring the team deliver the best possible service to the thousands of young people who rely on the organisation.
We’re looking for an experienced and professional operational manager who can manage multiple teams and being the go-to person for ensuring the environment is safe, welcoming, and efficient, so the frontline teams can focus on delivering life-changing experiences for young people.
In this role, you’ll also serve as the secretariat for the Board of Trustees and oversee monthly payroll administration.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of the Youth Zone and make a real impact!
Key responsibilities include:
- Day to day operations
- Recruitment and HR management
- Compliance and legislation
- Financial and support function management
- Management and staff development
- Leadership and networking
- Safeguarding
About You
We’re looking for someone who can juggle multiple roles, tackle new challenges daily, and make a real impact on the lives of young people and the community.
You will have experience of:
- Working in a senior administrative and operational management roles within a busy office environment, including line management responsibility for large and varied staff teams.
- HR functions, including HR practices, procedures and policies.
- Basic finance administration processed, including payroll, accounts work and budget management.
- Providing high-level support to Boards, Chief Executives and external stakeholders, including partnership working, contracts, and service agreements and commissioning.
You will have proficient IT skills with an understanding of Office 365 and relevant support systems
If you have a passion for young people and genuine enthusiasm for working in a youth environment, then we would love to hear from you!
About the Organisation
Join a brand-new locally run youth charity, set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe.
With community centric values and located in the heart of Tilbury, it will be an inspiring place for young people
aged 8 – 18, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to feel empowered and try new experiences. The building is due to be completed in 2027.
This is passionate, properly funded youth provision, with no ifs or buts. It’s about giving young people a chance to shine in an environment where they can be themselves.
It’s about opportunity.
Our dedicated Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.
You may have experience in areas such as Operations, People, People and Operations, HR, Human Resources, Personnel, HR and Operations, Head of Operations, Head of People, Head of People and Operations, Head of HR, Head of Human Resources, Head of Personnel, Head of HR and Operations.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP
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Operations Coordinator
Location: Hybrid (London office and home)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Four–day working week (32hours)
Reporting to: Head of Operations & Strategy
Salary: £30,000
About Spinal Research
Every two hours, someone in the UK becomes paralysed. Globally, more than 15 million people live with paralysis. At Spinal Research, our vision is a world where paralysis can be cured. We fund groundbreaking research to deliver life-changing treatments for people with spinal cord injuries. By backing the brightest minds and fostering innovation, we are driving progress towards what could be the medical breakthrough of the 21st century: curing paralysis. We will not stop until that future is achieved.
The Role
We’re looking for a proactive and highly organised Operations Coordinator to support the smooth running of the organisation.
This is a varied role at the heart of a small charity, spanning governance, HR, finance and operations. You’ll work closely with the Head of Operations & Strategy and support colleagues across the organisation to ensure systems, processes and compliance run effectively.
Key Responsibilities
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Support board and governance processes, including meetings and record-keeping
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Provide HR and finance administration, including recruitment coordination and invoice/expense processing
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Help manage day-to-day operations, including office coordination, IT and suppliers
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Act as Health & Safety Coordinator
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Support data processes alongside the Data Manager
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Contribute to cross-team projects and general organisational support
About You
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Experience in an administrative or operations role (charity or small organisation desirable)
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Highly organised, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities
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Proactive, reliable and collaborative
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Strong communication skills and discretion with confidential information
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Comfortable working across a broad and varied remit
Experience in HR, finance, governance or CRM systems is helpful but not essential.
Working for Spinal Research
We are a collaborative, mission-driven team committed to advancing research and improving outcomes for people living with spinal cord injury. We offer a supportive and inclusive culture, opportunities for connection and development, and a four-day working week to support wellbeing and flexibility.
Ready to help us deliver life-changing impact?
Apply now to join Spinal Research and play a key role in our mission to cure paralysis.
Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining why you would like to work for Spinal Research, and why you would be a good fit for the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As Head of Buying and Merchandising, you’ll have the opportunity to shape and lead a high-impact area of BHF’s Trading and Commercial directorate, driving performance across our stores and online channels. This is a unique leadership role where commercial thinking, customer insight and operational delivery come together to maximise the success of our bought-in product range.
You’ll lead the strategy for a diverse and evolving portfolio spanning categories such as furniture, homewares, electricals, accessories, medical devices and seasonal ranges, while also supporting ethical surplus stock partnerships. With ownership of trading performance across physical stores, the BHF Online Shop and the Defibrillator Shop, you’ll play a key role in delivering sales, margin and stock outcomes that directly support our wider mission.
This role offers the chance to make a visible impact through shaping ranges, setting pricing and promotions, improving availability, and driving eCommerce growth. You’ll work collaboratively with suppliers and colleagues across Trading, Commercial and Digital, while leading talented teams and embedding modern, data-led and AI-enabled ways of working.
If you are excited by commercial leadership, innovation and the opportunity to influence change at scale, this is a brilliant chance to make a meaningful contribution at BHF.
About you
You’ll bring significant senior-level experience in buying and/or merchandising, with a strong track record of delivering commercial results across both physical retail and digital channels. You’re commercially astute, financially confident and comfortable using data, insight and market trends to shape strategy, drive performance and improve profitability.
An experienced and credible leader, you can guide teams through change and embed new ways of working, including digital and AI-enabled approaches. You’ll also be confident building strong relationships across teams and with external partners, using your communication and influencing skills to align others and turn ideas into action.
We’re looking for someone who is curious, collaborative and future-focused, with sound judgement, strong decision making skills and the ability to lead with clarity in a fast-paced environment. If you enjoy combining strategic thinking with hands-on commercial leadership, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact.
Working arrangements
This is a hybrid role, where your work will be split between your home and at least one day per week, on average, in our Northampton Office (NN1 2BN). This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause.
This role will also involve travel across the UK in line with the supplier base.
Our vision is a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Location: Flexible: monthly co-working days in London and additional regular stakeholder meetings as required nationwide.
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
Hours: Full time; 37.5 hours a week , We are happy to consider requests for flexible or part time working
Contract : Permanent
ABOUT THE ROLE
Role overview
The Head of MAT and School Partnerships will build and lead a high-impact portfolio of strategic MAT partnerships that improve recruitment, retention and long-term success for career change teachers while strengthening outcomes for schools and pupils.
This is a pivotal leadership role at the heart of Now Teach’s next phase of growth and impact. The postholder will play a central role in shaping how we work with MATs nationally and how career change teachers are recruited, supported and retained within schools serving disadvantaged communities.
You will also work closely with the Director of Network and Head of Impact to develop a school engagement, impact and advocacy strategy across the 500 schools where our 1,000-strong Now Teacher Network currently teach.
In this role you will……
Lead the design, delivery and evolution of Now Teach’s MAT partnership strategy aimed at ensuring Now Teacher impact in schools. You will support teams to deliver on their agreed recruitment targets and network offer commitments , establishing and growing a portfolio of deeply engaged partners who get it right for their career change teachers.
You will create and maintain strategic relationships, act as a sector expert for growth opportunities, influence and negotiate at senior levels and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Strong judgement and relentless customer focus will be essential as you build customer loyalty and enhance MAT and school advocacy and ultimately, our impact.
Key responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
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Lead the further development, execution and continuous improvement of the charity’s MAT and School strategy
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Feed your knowledge into decisions that will support us to increase our footprint in schools serving areas of greater socio-economic disadvantage
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Use partnership insight and data to inform organisational strategy and decision-making
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As a member of the extended leadership team, you will contribute to wider organisational planning, decision-making and strategic development
Partner Development and Account Management
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Identify and action external landscape opportunities leading on relationships with relevant sector partners
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Build and manage a high-quality pipeline of prospective MAT partners who embed the Now Teach model successfully and champion its impact across the sector
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Shape the development of CRM and partnership management systems that enable high-quality and scalable account management
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Maintain robust partnership governance, ensuring compliance with contractual agreements and organisational standards
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Design and deliver an approach for engaging existing partner schools to strengthen relationships and maximise Network impact.
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Oversee a suite of messaging and materials that can be used to brief external audiences and pitch to potential partners supported by Now Teach Communications colleagues
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Manage a lighter touch relationship rhythm with a wider set of training providers in our portfolio.
Cross-Organisational Delivery
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Define and embed scalable partnership delivery models across recruitment and network teams to ensure successful delivery of agreed partnership models with up to 8 priority partners in year 1 growing to up to 15 over the next 3 years
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Work with the Leadership team to implement required changes so that by 2030, 70% of new Now Teach recruits are placed with priority partners and experience an integrated Network offer achieving sector-leading satisfaction scores from Now Teachers and partner schools
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Deliver on our ambition for 60% of all new Now Teachers to be teaching in schools serving areas of greater disadvantage by 2030
Business Development & External Influence
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Secure partnership income targets, negotiate partnership contributions, and drive commercial sustainability, working closely with COO/Finance Manager on ongoing cost models.
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Position Now Teach as a leading strategic partner for MATs seeking to recruit and retain high-quality career change teachers
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Represent Now Teach externally across the education sector, building credibility and influence with MAT leaders, system partners and sector stakeholders
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Maintain deep understanding of MAT priorities, workforce challenges and sector developments
Impact, Evaluation & Continuous Improvement
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Work closely with the Head of Impact to monitor and evaluate partnership work
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Identify insights and trends that support continuous improvement and work collaboratively across teams to iterate our future partnership models
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Deliver and monitor data sharing agreements with priority partners working closely with our Data Manager and Head of Technology to ensure high quality and robust data sets
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Monitor and report on pipeline progress and established success metrics as part of the leadership team, course correcting as required
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Who you are (qualities/values)
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You thrive when operating in ambiguity and can implement new approaches from the ground up
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You enjoy being part of a small team where people work together to drive work forward
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You are highly self-directed and comfortable leading complex workstreams independently
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You are credible operating with senior education leaders and understand the realities facing MATs and schools
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You’re skilled at aligning colleagues (internally and externally) around a shared delivery plan
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You’re committed to your own personal and professional development
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You’re passionate about ensuring that schools and students benefit from the inspiring professional and life experience of career change teachers.
What you’ll need to succeed in this role
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Ability to think strategically and spot opportunities to maximise organisational impact
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Proven track record of translating strategy into scalable operational delivery and measurable impact
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Proven experience building and managing senior strategic partnerships, ideally within education, public sector or mission-driven organisations to achieve success metrics
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Experience influencing senior stakeholders including CEOs, MAT executives or system leaders and shaping compelling propositions
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Strong commercial acumen and negotiation capability
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A relentless focus on exceptional partner experience and reputation enhancement
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Strong ability to lead through influence across cross-functional teams and external stakeholders
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A commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Don’t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification. At Now Teach we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway.
WORKING AT NOW TEACH
Our people join and stay because they value Now Teach’s flexibility, close-knit team culture and social purpose. 32% of employees at all levels of the organisation work part time and everyone works flexibly, with time off in lieu part of our standard working practices. We are a small, collaborative and supportive team of nearly 20 people. We are non-hierarchical, and we set clear expectations and celebrate the successes of teams and individuals.
Our Vision
Schools and students benefit from the inspiring professional and life experience of career change teachers.
Our Values
Now Teach has four core values which encompass how we work together to delivery our vision and mission: Drive impact through expertise; Focus on who matters most; Make change happen; and Build connections that amplify.
Our culture and values are central to us encouraging and supporting people into teaching. Without our positive, honest, and flexible approach we wouldn’t be able to adapt to meet the needs of Now Teachers. We have been named as one of Escape the City’s Top 100 Employers in 2021 and 2022 and have been recognised as a Working Mums’ Top Employer and at the Working Dads Employer Awards. We have won awards for our Culture, Flexible Working and Excellence in Public Service.
In return we offer you
As well as flexible working and a great culture, we offer a wide range of benefits including 25 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays), an additional 3 days for Christmas closure (25th Dec-1st January), a pension scheme with a generous 11% employer contribution, enhanced parental leave policies, a rewards platform with employee discounts, access to an Employee Assistance Programme and an annual professional development budget for each employee.
Working arrangements
Full time/part time role, flexible working patterns possible. Now Teach are supported to work flexibly at co-working spaces or at home as needed with monthly working days in London. You will be required to cover your own travel expenses to London.
Application Process
Please submit your CV and a cover letter (max. 2 pages for the cover letter)
Applications close on 15th June
First stage interviews will take place on 24th June online
Second stage interviews (if appropriate) will take place on 1st July in person at a location in London
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Now Teach strives to be a workplace that is diverse, equitable and inclusive where we can ALL be ourselves. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, gender identities, stages of life and those with hidden or visible disabilities.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll endeavor to be as accommodating as possible. If you would like to discuss specific requirements, please contact us and ask to speak to the Operations Team.
All applicants must have an existing Right to Work in the UK.
Safe Recruitment Procedure
Now Teach are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.To meet this responsibility, we follow a rigorous selection process, and all successful candidates will be subject to a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Skillway (part of the Warehouse Christian Trust) is dedicated to supporting vulnerable young people by providing them with essential life skills through hands-on training in metalwork, woodworking and crafts. The charity aims to develop both practical vocational skills and personal growth, fostering self-confidence, resilience, and employability in a safe, supportive environment.
Job Purpose:
The Head of Operations at Skillway oversees all operational aspects of this arm of the charity, ensuring the successful delivery of all our educational programmes. This role requires strong leadership, strategic vision, and day-to-day management, including student recruitment and retention, staff oversight, fundraising, and partnership management. The ideal candidate will be passionate about social impact and committed to improving the lives of vulnerable young people.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Management and Delivery
• Oversee the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of training in woodwork, metalwork and other crafts.
• Ensure the training meets the educational and personal development needs of vulnerable young people.
• Monitor student progress, providing support to overcome barriers and ensuring high-quality, impactful learning experiences.
• Develop new initiatives and adapt the existing training programmes to meet the evolving needs of students, schools and the community.
• Develop a long-term strategy for the growth of Skillway.
• Set and model high standards for the staff team, volunteers and students.
• Site housekeeping and management of Skillway’s woodland site.
2. Leadership and Staff Management
• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of staff and volunteers.
• Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture, fostering professional development and ensuring that all staff members are supported.
• Manage recruitment, training, and performance of staff and volunteers.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all participants and staff including responsibility for risk assessments.
• Develop and apply our safeguarding policy as Designated Safeguarding Lead.
3. Strategic Planning and Development
• With the Board of Trustees, develop and execute the charity's strategic goals.
• Develop and manage the charity’s budget and resources to ensure financial sustainability and impact.
• Identify and pursue new opportunities for growth, including partnerships, new funding streams, and relationships with local schools, businesses and other community organisations.
• Maintain effective and safe digital organisation of key data.
• Support the other arm of our charity - The Camino Café - as and when required.
4. Fundraising and Financial Oversight
• Lead fundraising efforts to secure funding from diverse sources, including grants, donations, corporate sponsorships, and fundraising events.
• Oversee the preparation of funding applications and reports for donors and grant-making bodies.
• Maintain financial oversight, ensuring effective use of resources, monitoring expenses and reporting financial performance to the Board using Quickbooks as the primary accounting and reporting tool.
• Improve branding and awareness of Skillway and its aims and purpose.
5. Stakeholder Engagement and Advocacy
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including local authorities, schools, community groups, donors, and business partners.
• Represent the charity in public and at events, advocating for the charity's mission and the importance of vocational education for vulnerable young people.
• Ensure the charity’s work is widely known and respected in the community.
6. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting
• Implement systems for monitoring and evaluating the impact of Skillway’s work.
• Gather feedback from participants, staff, and stakeholders to assess programme effectiveness and make improvements.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the Board of Trustees, funders, and other stakeholders on the charity’s impact and outcomes.
Qualifications and Experience:
Essential:
• Proven experience in a management role, ideally within the charity or education sector.
• Background in vocational education, youth work, or a related field, with a focus on supporting vulnerable young people.
• Experience in leading and managing a diverse team, with the ability to inspire, support, and develop staff.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.
• Demonstrated ability in fundraising, securing grants, and building donor relationships.
• Knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and reporting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• A commitment to the mission and values of the charity.
Desirable:
• Experience in working with metalwork, woodworking, or a related technical skill.
• Familiarity with the challenges faced by vulnerable young people and the ability to create a supportive and empowering learning environment.
• Experience working with boards of trustees or governance bodies.
Personal Attributes:
• Innovative and proactive, with the ability to think creatively and solve problems.
• Empathetic and understanding, with a genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals.
• Strategic thinker, able to balance day-to-day operations with long-term planning and development.
Supporting vulnerable young people by providing them with essential life skills



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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Head of Challenge Events and Community Fundraising
£57,986 pa + Excellent benefits
Woking, Surrey GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working (minimum 40% in person collaboration per month)
To avoid missing out, we encourage you to apply as early as possible, as this vacancy may close before the deadline in the event that the right candidate has been found.
About the role
We’re looking for a strategic and results-driven Head of Events and Community Fundraising to lead and grow one of WWF-UK’s most important fundraising income streams.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver an ambitious Events and Community Fundraising strategy, driving sustainable income growth across a diverse portfolio of challenge events, mass participation products and community fundraising activity.
You’ll lead the development and evolution of the existing portfolio while identifying and delivering new fundraising products, partnerships and opportunities that engage supporters and grow impact. Working across the organisation and with external partners, you will play a key role in ensuring WWF-UK continues to build strong supporter relationships and deliver excellent fundraising experiences.
As an experienced and inspiring leader, you will lead a high-performing team, creating a collaborative, ambitious and supportive environment where people can thrive and deliver strong results. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders across WWF-UK and externally, building trusted relationships that support innovation, growth and delivery.
This role requires a strong combination of strategic thinking and operational delivery.
You’ll oversee complex budgets, performance reporting and planning, using insight, evidence and supporter feedback to drive decision-making, continuous improvement and long-term growth.
We’re looking for someone who brings strong fundraising expertise, commercial awareness, creativity and a proactive mindset, alongside a genuine passion for delivering meaningful supporter engagement and impact.
Skills and experience
You’ll bring the skills and experience needed to succeed in this role, including:
Essential
· Extensive experience in Events and/or Community Fundraising, with a strong track record of delivering and growing income
· Significant experience of developing and delivering successful fundraising strategies and plans that achieve measurable results
· Experience of driving growth across fundraising products, events, partnerships or community fundraising activity
· Proven experience of developing, launching and scaling new fundraising products, events or income-generating initiatives
· Strong experience of leading, motivating and developing high-performing teams
· Experience of managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, priorities and deliverables
· Significant experience of setting, managing and delivering large-scale income and expenditure budgets
· Experience of managing senior-level internal and external relationships, including corporates, sponsors, suppliers or strategic partners
· Strong understanding of supporter acquisition, retention and lifetime value approaches
· Experience of leading effective fundraising marketing or supporter engagement activity across multiple channels
· Strong commercial awareness and ability to use insight, evidence and performance data to drive decision-making and continuous improvement
· Excellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills
· Experience of working collaboratively across teams and functions to deliver shared organisational goals
· Good understanding of fundraising regulation, compliance, GDPR and supporter data responsibilities
· Strong organisational, planning and prioritisation skills
· Ability to lead through change, bring people with you and create clarity and focus within teams
· Results-focused, proactive and solutions-oriented approach
Desirable
· Experience working within the charity or not-for-profit sector
· Experience of negotiating and managing contracts or supplier agreements
· Experience of community-led fundraising or mass participation campaigns
· Confident and engaging public speaking or presentation skills
· Experience of working across complex or matrix organisations
· Understanding of innovative fundraising trends, products and audience engagement approaches
What we offer
We believe in rewarding our team with more than just a salary. Here’s what you can expect:
• Annual leave starting at 26 days a year pro-rated, rising one day each year to 31 days plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options, to support your work life balance
• 5% employer contribution to pension, rising to 10% with employee contribution
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow
• Regular wellbeing initiatives to support your health and happiness.
This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.
This role is hybrid with a minimum 40% of your contracted hours spent at our beautiful UK head office, the Living Planet Centre in Woking, Surrey, where you’ll hot desk among trees and gardens.
About WWF-UK
We're a global conservation charity with millions of supporters and hundreds of projects around the world.
At WWF-UK, we’re bringing our world back to life. Protecting what’s left isn’t enough. We’re racing to restore nature and prevent catastrophic climate change. And it’s a race we can win with everyone’s help.
We’re courageous, passionate, and driven by science. For more than 60 years we’ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We work with integrity, collaboration and deep respect for those we partner with.
How to apply
Click the link to apply via our website. You’ll be asked to complete an application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement that tells us why you’ll be a great addition to WWF-UK.
Application closing date
10/06/2026
Our Diversity Promise to You
At the heart of our mission is a simple truth: the planet needs everyone. That means you - in all your uniqueness, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or how you choose to express yourself.
We don’t do stereotypes. We work together with purpose, driven by passion and enhanced by respect, courage, and integrity. We pull together from all walks of life to fight for a better future, and we want you to feel supported every step of the way.
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.
So, if there’s anything we can do to make your application or interview experience more comfortable or accessible, just give our Talent Acquisition Team a shout via our website.
Safeguarding Commitment
Just as we celebrate diversity in all its forms, we are equally dedicated to creating a safe environment for every person we work with or encounter.
Our commitment extends to children, adults at risk, and individuals experiencing any form of vulnerability, whether temporary or permanent.
We proudly stand behind CAPSEAH (Common Approach to Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment) and put this commitment into action through clear policies, thorough training, and recruitment checks tailored to each role, which may include external vetting.
If you ever have a concern, however big or small, know that there are confidential channels ready to support you at WWF-UK. We promise to respond promptly and with care, because protecting every individual is at the heart of everything we do.
