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BACKGROUND
An exciting opportunity to lead communications and marketing at Action Syria. Through your work, you will help us ensure Syrian communities have the education and medical care they need, every day, and when emergencies strike – this is critical as Syia begins to rebuild following the fall of Assad in late 2024. Action Syria has over a decade of experience working with local partners in the Middle East making a positive difference to over 25,000 people affected by conflict, displacement and natural disaster annually. We seek a competent, confident and skilled communications and marketing specialist to help deliver ambitious plans for the coming years, increasing our profile and expanding our audiences.
Working closely with the CEO and the fundraising team, you will be responsible for delivering our Communications & Marketing strategy, making sure it integrates with our fundraising strategy, and critically, considers the broader vision for expanding our audience. You will set appropriate targets, key performance indicators and measure progress against these. As a small and mighty team, we seek a reliable communications expert who is pro-active, inspiring and really loves what they do. We are positive, creative and ‘hands-on’ and hope you are too.
Alongside setting the strategic direction, you will be actively involved in executing day-to-day communications tasks, from content creation and social media management to media engagement, ensuring our messaging is impactful and consistent across all platforms.
For those looking to advance their career, this role offers a pathway to take the next step professionally, with the opportunity to develop with the role as the organisation grows.
This role will ensure that Action Syria:
- has a comprehensive and practical communications and marketing strategy, which is integrated with our fundraising strategy;
- has appropriate presence across digital platforms; and
- engages audiences with meaningful messaging in support of our charitable objectives.
Responsibilities
1. Lead the Communications and Marketing function and strategy:
- Review and refine our Communications & Marketing strategy to ensure it is fit for purpose and responsive to the new chapter unfolding in Syria, positioning us as a leading voice among charities engaging in the region;
- Work with Head of Development to ensure the C&M strategy integrates with our fundraising strategy, driving impact, building trust, and ensuring sustainability; and
- Set targets and milestones for the C&M Strategy to measure progress against.
2. Manage our annual communications plan:
- Produce engaging and meaningful content for communications and marketing purposes, including copy and graphics
- Write and publish key communications throughout the year, e.g. blog posts and newsletters (Mailchimp) to maintain a strong profile and grow our support base;
- Manage social media platforms: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, scheduling regular, high-quality posts, and managing Meta Ads, to engage existing and new audiences;
- Create engaging digital content, with input from the team on messaging and purpose, to raise Action Syria’s profile and support our fundraising and marketing campaigns;
- Work with the fundraising function on Action Syria’s digital fundraising strategy, with a focus on optimising donor journeys; and
- Support the team with asset design for fundraising campaigns where required.
3. Act as guardian of Action Syria’s brand, ensuring it is fit for purpose:
- Develop comprehensive brand guidelines, in line with our recent rebrand; and
- Ensure website is current, appropriate and enables us to reach strategic and fundraising goals.
4. Develop strategic engagement with media:
- Build on press list and cultivate relationships to enhance Action Syria’s profile
Essential
- Positive, pro-active and reliable;
- Prior experience of strategic communications and marketing planning and delivery at management level;
- Prior experience of marketing (digital and other) with the ability to tell powerful stories via multiple channels;
- Prior experience of Social Media management;
- Excellent design skills, with an eye for detail;
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to deal with sensitive subjects appropriately; and
- Experience of marketing for fundraising campaigns
- Excellent time management skills
Desirable
- Understanding of the aid and/or development sector;
- Interest in and understanding of fundraising; and
- Interest in the international Charity sector, ideally specifically in the Middle East and Action Syria’s cause.
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Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. In 2024 we embarked on our new 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
Job title: Internally this role is known as Partnership Development Lead (New Business)
Location: Based in London, E1. This is a hybrid role with homeworking available in line with Crisis’ Hybrid Working Policy. There is an expectation to be in the office one day a week. There will need to be flexibility to travel to meet with key prospects.
Contract: 12-month fixed term contract, parental leave cover
About the role:
At Crisis, we’re on a mission to end homelessness. We want to work with more businesses who can help make this happen. This is an important leadership role within Corporate Partnerships. We’re looking for someone to lead our new partnerships team to identify, cultivate and secure new high-value corporate partnerships, achieving income targets in-year and into the future. We’ve got big ambitions for income growth; we’re looking for someone to join us on this exciting journey to end homelessness.
You’ll be responsible for collaborating across Crisis to help build and convert our high-value pipeline. We’ve got big, bold ambitions for income growth in corporate partnerships. We’re looking for someone who is a self-starter, who isn’t afraid to try new things, take risks and be entrepreneurial, as well as having a proven track record of winning big. Being equitable is important to us; this role will be essential in helping to win new corporate partnerships that help us advocate for others and challenge injustice.
About you:
- You know how to win big, bold high six-seven figure commercial, brand and strategic partnerships that deliver income and awareness, and you can lead others to do the same.
- You’ve developed winning sector and team strategies, as well as a high-value pipeline of diverse corporate opportunities.
- You’ve got experience of developing compelling propositions for a wide range of corporate prospects, working with others across the organisation to build these.
- You know what a fantastic opportunity looks like across a range of types of corporate partnership; you can accurately value these and know what to prioritise.
- You’re a brilliant leader. You can build strong relationships with people inside and outside of your organisation, and you can inspire and motivate your team to achieve success.
Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
- Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
- 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
- Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm
- Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly and more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How do I apply?
Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Thursday 29 May 2025 23:55
Interview date and location:
- First interviews will be held online via MS Teams on Tuesday 10 and Wednesday 11 June.
- Second interviews will be Tuesday 17 June, ideally in person.
Interview process: The first interview will include a range of competency-based questions. There will be a presentation task in the second interview, which will be in person.
Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology for my application?
We strongly discourage applicants from using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. This is so we can run a fair, transparent process which gives all applicants an equitable chance of success. We want to hear about your own experience and perspectives in your application and if shortlisted, during the interview too.
Accessibility
We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help.
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094
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Elders Voice is a charity supporting older people in the London Borough of Brent. Our mission is to enable older people to live safely and independently in the homes of their choosing and lead happier and healthier lives. We do this by providing a variety of services and activities, including a Handyperson Service and a Day Centre.
The Handyperson Service is our flagship service; it’s been in existence for 35 years and is highly valued by the older people who use it. The service aims to prevent accidents in the home and enable older people to live safely by carrying out basic repairs and improvements, and the installation of small equipment such as grab rails, which support mobility. Jobs include things like changing lightbulbs, hanging curtains and putting up shelves. Our handy team have decades of experience between them, and an exceptional reputation in the borough.
We are looking for a Handyperson Service Coordinator to oversee the Handyperson Service and be responsible for all aspects of facilities management at our premises in Kensal Green.
Role: Handyperson Service Coordinator
Salary: £18,000 per annum (FTE £30,000)
Hours: 21 hours per week
Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer
Based at: Elders Voice offices in Kensal Green
Overview of role:
Handyperson Service
- Undertake all administrative tasks relating to the effective and efficient running of the Handyperson Service with meticulous attention to detail and record keeping.
- Coordinate the handy team and provide supervision and support.
- Promote service within borough and maintain relationships with Brent Adult Social Care, healthcare bodies and other statutory & voluntary sector organisations.
- Work with CEO in developing and expanding service.
Facilities Management
- Oversee all contracts related to Health & Safety and building maintenance.
- Carry out inspection of premises and flag areas requiring maintenance and repair.
- Ensure premises meets government regulations, health & safety standards and energy efficiency requirements.
If you are passionate about working with older people and local communities, this could be your chance to join a team that's helping make ageing a wonderful and worthwhile journey. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, a great multi-tasker and thrive at delivering first class services. This is an opportunity for you to put your stamp on a service and potentially develop it into something bigger! To find out more about the role and what it entails, please read the full job description and person specification.
Please apply by submitting your CV and a covering letter explaining why you are suitable for the role and how your previous experience is relevant to the person specification.
Our mission is to make ageing a wonderful and worthwhile journey for older people in Brent.
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Heart Research UK is a leading non-profit organisation dedicated to stopping people dying from heart diseases. The Research team advances the treatment, prevention and cure of heart diseases through the medical research projects we fund. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) Community Outreach Coordinator who will be responsible for growing the PPI activities of the charity at the community level.
Be part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with heart disease, until no more deaths from heart diseases. Situated within the charity’s Research Team, you will support the delivery of our research strategy, building trust and confidence in heart research and the wider work of Heart Research UK among patients and their families.
You will work closely with the PPI Officer to embed meaningful involvement where people affected by heart diseases shape our work and inform our decision-making – putting the patients and public voice at the heart of what we do.
In this role you will develop partnerships to help Heart Research UK, and researchers listen to the patient voice – identifying, establishing, and cultivating cooperative relationships with community-based programs, organisations, and leaders, with a special focus on historically underrepresented stakeholders (including communities of colour and faith-based communities).
Reporting to the Patient and Public Involvement Officer you will encourage people affected by heart diseases to join our Patient and Public Network, deliver clear messaging and demonstrate the benefits of involvement. You will drive and promote innovative ways of involving and hearing from patients, carers, and the public, challenging traditional methods, particularly ensuring growing involvement from currently underrepresented and underserved groups and communities to enhance our engagement, understanding, and cohesion with people from all backgrounds affected by heart diseases.
This role will support the delivery of our growing portfolio of PPI activities which enables us to embed the patient and public voice at all stages of our work. It is an exciting opportunity for someone who is committed to seeking and using the views of the public to shape and influence research and the work of the charity.
A key target of this important project is to work collaboratively to ensure that our patient and public involvement activities are increasingly accessible and relevant to any person who wishes to join.
If you are interested in the opportunity, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining how you meet the person specification by end of the day Friday 6th June 2025.
Formal Interviews to take place in Leeds on Friday 20th June 2025.
We won't stop until there are no more deaths from heart diseases.
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As the new Challenge Events Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing The Passage's Challenge Events Fundraising strategy, designed to inspire and engage both existing and new supporters, ultimately building a stable and sustainable income pipeline.
Over the past year, we have seen significant growth in the number of people wanting to sign up to challenge events and raise money for The Passage and we have ambitious plans as part of our new three-year strategy. This is a new role and an exciting opportunity that will take the lead on our third party and bespoke challenge events. You will bring enthusiasm and experience that aim to raise The Passage’s profile and reach as well as significant income. You’ll manage annual events, test new event concepts and support our growing network of event participants. This is a varied role with lots of potential for growth and development. You will proactively monitor trends and conduct competitor research and analysis to ensure that our event’s portfolio is competitive and attractive to supporters.
You’ll work closely with our Head of Supporter Engagement and Corporate Partnerships team to build and expand our events programme, whilst stewarding existing supporters and engaging new audiences. A key focus of this role is to provide excellent stewardship to boost engagement and optimise fundraising. You will be responsible for overseeing the planning and creation of engaging content for emails to build a strong sense of community. Additionally, you will be responsible for recruiting new supporters, nurturing relationships and providing exceptional stewardship to ensure long-term, reliable support.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to be at the forefront of Challenge Events fundraising, shaping and delivering supporter journeys, developing relationships and organising events as part of a close, collaborative and supportive team. You will be calm when working under pressure, with experience of delivering high quality events.
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Job Purpose
This role sits within our Adult Services, across Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing, Hounslow. You will be responsible for the operational delivery and service development, of a portfolio of services. Namely (but subject to change):
- Safe Space Community Drop In Service
- Hounslow Helpline
- Nova Roots (Forensic Community Hub)
One large service you will be responsible for is our crisis alternative service – Safe Space - which is a tri-borough core and out of hours service providing a safe and welcoming space for people who are feeling distressed and experiencing crisis. The service operates 365 days a year from 14:00-22:00 across all of our boroughs. You will be responsible for managing peripatetic teams: we currently have 3x in person Safe Spaces, a Helpline and a Forensic Community You’re your portfolio may expand as new services are acquired.
Our aim of the service is to keep individuals well in the community and prevent readmission into hospital. The service operates 365 days a year from 14:00-22:00pm across all of our boroughs.
Staff within the service will provide person-centred, practical and emotional support, face to face or via telephone or virtual on a one-to-one basis to individuals experiencing mental health crisis or preventing crisis.
The objectives of the service include:
- To improve the mental wellbeing of people experiencing mental health and social crisis in HFEH.
- To proactively work with keeping people well in the community to reduce re-admitters into hospitals by working with WL NHS teams (e.g. discharge, LPS, CATT, MINT and SPA)
- To provide a true alternative to A&E via a non-clinical drop-in service to support clients
- To provide support to clients accessing the service- for instance: signposting, de-escalation and crisis recovery planning.
- To contribute to an improvement in individual mental wellbeing.
- To remain a source of independent support for all clients.
- To treat service users with respect, dignity and personalised support
- To raise awareness of mental health services available with the goal to improve long term mental health and reduce social isolation
- To increase self-management skills of those accessing the service
- To reduce the use of police, ambulance and statutory mental health services whilst experiencing crisis via a drop-in service.
- To reduce the use of statutory crisis services by people experiencing mental ill health without positive outcomes for the individual.
The Role
The role of the Crisis Alternative Service Manager will provide operational management, mobilisation and service development of all Crisis’ Services within Adult Services. The ideal candidate will have experience of mobilising and developing high quality, large services. In addition to managing and supporting staff working within challenging environments and experience of working with challenging behaviour and complex needs. The Service Manager will hold all operational risk.
Excellent organisation and decision-making skills are essential for this role, as it requires being able to manage time effectively to meet tight deadlines and work unsupervised during evenings and weekends. You will also be required to be rostered into the on-call rota.
The Crisis Alternative Service Manager will be required to work collaboratively with the Director of Adult Services and will be proficient at communicating effectively with staff at all levels, a wide range of key stakeholders and service users. They will ensure the service is well resourced from a staffing perspective and embed high-quality operational plans and processes. The Service Manager will also be expected to build and sustain working relationships with statutory services and represent HFEH Mind at external meetings.
They will be responsible for the delivery, progression and continual improvement of the service. They will have responsibility for ensuring Crisis Services operate in line with organisational H&S processes and procedures, HFEH Mind policies and CQC requirements
Key Responsibilities
· To oversee the management of the Crisis Alternative Drop-in Services and other services, in line with organisational values and service quality expectations.
· To ensure all risks are recognised and mitigated in line with the serious incident and safeguarding policies.
· To ensure safe working and risk management
· To ensure feedback is provided on risk mitigation through serious incident reports.
· To continually drive enhancements to operational effectiveness and maximise outcomes against targets (key performance indicators)
· To complete audits and high quality reports for senior internal and external stakeholders
· To ensure interpret performance and impact data for crisis services and be responsible for reporting against service targets
· To provide effective line management supervision to Team Managers, Senior Support workers and Support Workers where applicable.
· To collaborate with the Director of Adult Services and the Head of HR to deal with performance management/disciplinary issues confidently and effectively in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
· To mobilise the crisis services in line with agreed project plans and ensure they are promoted and marketed well.
· To pro-actively develop relationships with external stakeholders in order to improve and develop crisis provision for people with mental health needs.
· To develop robust referral routes and pathways into the service with both statutory and non-statutory bodies.
· To ensure excellence in the recruitment, training and ongoing support of staff and volunteers where applicable.
· To support the Deputy Manager, Team Managers to ensure adequate and appropriate staffing at all times within the service.
· To ensure high levels of meaningful service user involvement in service provision, responding to the needs of service users locally.
· Work collaboratively with West London Mental Health Trust staff to support, develop and promote both the service.
· Establish excellent working relationships with core and out-of-hours services such as Emergency Services, Crisis Teams and GPs, around inward and outward referrals.
· Ensure quality and compliance (in line with CQC standards, NICE guidelines, MQM and other relevant standards)
· Work within HFEH Mind’s policies and procedures including; Performance Management, Confidentiality, Safeguarding, Equal Opportunities, Service User Involvement, Health & Safety, GDPR and Professional Boundaries.
· To embed all operational policies across managed services in line with a consistent organisational approach.
· Ensure service users satisfaction surveys are undertaken.
· Ensure data and qualitative information is collected, collated and communicated to key partners and key stakeholders, as required and directed by the Director of Adult Services.
· Ensure that all managed services are effectively informed by service user feedback.
· Keep up to date with best practice and contribute to the continuous improvement of the service.
· Monitor the quality of the service and ensure appropriate data is collected (in line with GDPR) to monitor outputs and outcomes.
· Produce regular service summary reports.
· To be rostered on the on-call rota
· Undertake such duties not included in the job description as are reasonably requested by the Director of Adult Services
Person Specification
· A minimum of three years managing a crisis service or similar setting with high complexity and high incident rates
· Experience of managing and mitigating risks
· Experience of managing safeguarding risks and understanding legal requirements for safeguarding adults and children
· Understanding of how to report and mitigate risks
· Understanding of suicide prevention
· Understanding of trauma informed care
· Understanding of mental health and safety planning
· An understanding of CQC requirements for mental health
· Managing services for vulnerable people in a service delivery organisation.
· Excellent people and project management skills and significant experience of supporting and managing staff.
· Experience of working in the voluntary sector and/or statutory services
· Experience of motivating, developing and training staff
· Successful track record in performance management of staff
· Experience of creating and implementing safety and risk policies and procedures.
· Compiling and interpreting performance data and reporting against service targets.
· Successful track record in planning and project management.
· Experience of report writing and presentation.
· Supporting people with mental health problems.
· Knowledge of and empathy for the issues facing people with mental health problems.
· Knowledge of the day-to-day application of relevant legislation e.g., Health and Safety.
· Understanding of the principles of ensuring safe service provision for people at risk and how these are put into practice.
· Knowledge and understanding of the relevant statutory authorities including NHS and social care.
· Excellent communication skills and able to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.
· Commitment to service user involvement and able to work with service user groups to develop this.
· Is committed to working in an anti-oppressive way and striving to create equal opportunities for all people.
· Clear understanding of Equality, Equity, Diversity and inclusion organisational approach
· Commitment to working within the policies of HFEH Mind including confidentiality and safeguarding.
· Positive attitude, passionate about working for HFEH Mind and able to inspire people to higher levels of performance.
· Team player and able to form positive, professional relationships with staff at all levels.
· Able to work effectively with a range of external stakeholders to promote and develop the service.
· Strong organisational skills and able to take control of own workload and meet deadlines.
· Ability to work independently with minimum support.
· Confident in challenging poor performance assertively, constructively and successfully.
· High professional standards and the ability to communicate these clearly to others.
· IT literate to aid communication and analysis of data.
· Willing to undertake training and development.
· Ability to travel to multiple sites
Desirable:
· Mental health registration (nurse/doctor/therapist etc)
· Mental health qualification
· Has a full driving licence and use of own vehicle (desirable, not essential)
· Experience of working with databases such as Views, IAPTUS, Rio and Python
· Project management qualification
We are an equal opportunities employer; and are proud to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds.
Post is subject to an enhanced DBS check
We’re here to make sure that everyone suffering with a mental health problem gets the help they need to recover.




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Are you a forward-thinking People Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Manager with a passion for working in the arts and culture sector?
I am working exclusively with one of London’s most iconic attractions, which is looking to appoint a permanent People Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Manager (DI&B), paying £42,000 per annum. My client welcomes over 3 million visitors annually, connecting artists, makers, and thinkers to a wide range of audiences. They host a number of events each year that combine the arts and education worlds. It is an exciting time to join the organisation as it goes into its 25th year as a charity, and they are in the process of rolling out their new people strategy and new learning management system. They currently have around 135 full-time staff and up to 200 casual staff working at any one time.
Located in the heart of London, close to several excellent transport links, restaurants and shops, you will be part of a small but high-achieving people team where you will lead and implement their Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DI&B) roadmap. The role also requires someone with an HR generalist background who can help deliver the wider People Team objectives. The charity offers hybrid working, going into the office 3 days per week.
The key responsibilities of the role include:
- Leading and implementing their DI&B roadmap, ensuring strategic goals are met.
- Working closely with the Head of People to integrate DI&B best practice into policies.
- Establishing a framework for their DI&B values, ensuring they are integrated into all areas of the organisation.
- Supporting the design of their DI&B training programs, including workshops, e-learning modules, and facilitated discussions.
- Supporting the People Team on employee relations cases when required.
- Being a trusted point of contact for HR queries, recruitment, onboarding, performance, and pay.
- Supporting the Head of People to drive initiatives which include wellbeing, employee engagement, retention, and development.
Their employee benefits include:
- 25 days plus Bank Holidays
- 8% employer pension contributions
- Tickets to events and entrance to other London Heritage sites
- Option for salary sacrifice
- Season ticket loan
- Cycle to Work scheme
This is the ideal opportunity for a CIPD-qualified (Level 5) HR professional with a background in both HR and DI&B. You will be the focal point for everything DI&B within the organisation, and the role will allow you to use all your knowledge and expertise to help drive forward DI&B.
My client is looking for a data-driven professional who can build excellent relationships across the organisation, building trust and rapport with diverse groups. The ideal candidate would have a background of working in either the arts and culture or charity sector.
The interview process will consist of two interviews. The first interview will be held on MS Teams, and the second will be held in person at their office.
For more information on this exciting opportunity, please get in touch.
The Public Affairs Manager will be a key member of our busy External Affairs Team within the wider Policy and External Affairs directorate.
Reporting to the joint Heads of Public Affairs & Stakeholder Relations, and working closely with communications and public policy colleagues, you will play an essential role in enabling and driving engagement with parliamentary, government, political and sector stakeholders.
You will be politically astute, with experience engaging across Westminster and Whitehall with competent written and communication skills, able to both brief and prepare senior leaders within the organisation for key engagement activities as well as meeting stakeholders independently as appropriate.
Strong organisational, people and project management skills are essential; you will be responsible for managing dedicated key influencing ‘moments’ with stakeholders and partners, such as organising and managing panel events, roundtables, webinars and showcase programme visits. You will also lead the co-ordination and secretariat activity for the Youth Employment Group (YEG), working closely with the Director of Policy and External Affairs as one of the five co-chairs.
This role can be based at any of our hubs located in Birmingham, Leeds or London. We currently operate a hybrid model of two-days per week in the office and three-days from home.
For more information and a full job description, please download the 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.
We are the national What Works Centre for youth employment, with a specific focus on marginalised young people.




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About Us
GiveOut is an award-winning international LGBTQI community foundation. Our mission is to bring together the LGBTQI community and allies to support global LGBTQI rights activism worldwide, building a world where LGBTQI people everywhere can live freely and fully.
Across the world, courageous activists are doing vital work to protect our communities and improve the lives of LGBTQI people. But they lack resources and funding is fragile, especially in the Global South and East. LGBTQI groups receive a tiny fraction of international development aid – just 4p in every £100 awarded by governments.
Our community and allies want to provide support, but it is not always easy to do so. GiveOut’s purpose is to help address this urgent need by providing a platform for our supporters to give tax efficiently in one place to fund LGBTQI human rights activism worldwide. We identify pioneering groups to support through a rigorous process of consultation, due diligence and vetting, guided by our Grant-making Advisory Panel and governed by our Board of Trustees.
We pool the donations we receive to provide grants to LGBTQI organisations around the world, ensuring they have more of the resources they need to defend our communities, tackle inequality and campaign for lasting change.
About the Role
Fundraising and philanthropic advocacy are at the heart of GiveOut’s work. As Senior Philanthropy Officer, you will be a key member of the Philanthropy team, implementing a vital part of our philanthropy programme as we deliver our growth strategy.
You will identify, engage, cultivate and steward major donors (high net worth individuals) and charitable foundations to secure high value gifts and grants, grow long term strategic relationships in support of the LGBTQI movement, grow GiveOut's network, and provide a top quality donor experience.
Working closely with the Head of Philanthropy, you will support them on shaping and executing strategy and work planning, coordinating the donor database and leading on related internal processes, and deputising for the Head externally.
We are open to full time or part time (pro rata) at a minimum of 24 hours, or equivalent to 3 days per week. We are also open to flexible working arrangements to be discussed. Occasional evenings or weekends out of hours will be required, such as for networking or GiveOut hosted events, for which time off in lieu will be granted.
Key Responsibilities
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Donor and Partner Engagement
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Develop and maintain a pipeline of major donors and trusts & foundations
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Prospect Research and due diligence on prospective donors
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Cultivate strong relationships with prospective and existing donors
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Write compelling grant applications and funding proposals tailored to trusts & foundations
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Secure five and six figure partnerships and donations to support GiveOut’s mission to grow giving to support the global struggle for LGBTQI human rights
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Donor reporting on the impact of their gift through grant partner successes
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Represent GiveOut at events, speaking engagements, and donor meetings.
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Strategy and Leadership
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Support the Head of Philanthropy on fundraising and philanthropic advocacy strategy and plans aligned with organisational goals
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Deputise for the Head externally as needed
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Operations and Reporting
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Maintain and optimise fundraising systems, including the donor database (Donorfy) and fundraising pipeline
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Report back on pipeline and partner development to the Head of Philanthropy
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Support the Philanthropy Coordinator on finance reconciliation process
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Team Collaboration and Culture
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Work closely with the Communications & Campaigns Officer to create effective donor materials and external communications.
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Collaborate with the Philanthropy Team Coordinator who supports the Philanthropy Team on reporting, grant applications, events etc.
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Contribute to a positive, effective, and collaborative organisational culture, aligned with GiveOut’s vision and values.
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What Success Looks Like
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Meeting and exceeding fundraising targets set out in GiveOut’s growth strategy and annual income targets.
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Strengthening relationships with donors and funding partners.
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Strong team collaboration and fostering a positive and dynamic work culture.
Essential Skills and Experience
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Passion for GiveOut’s mission to grow giving for LGBTQI rights and a commitment to advancing LGBTQI rights worldwide.
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Proven experience and success in non-profit fundraising, including individual giving
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
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Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
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Exceptional written and verbal communication for engaging donors and stakeholders.
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Proficiency with fundraising software and databases
Desirable Skills and Experience
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Experience of major donor fundraising with a track record of initiating new relationships and securing four to five figure gifts.
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Experience of securing grants from Trusts & Foundations with a track record of initiating new relationships and securing five to six figure grants.
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Experience of running cultivation and/or fundraising events
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Understanding of budgeting and financial forecasting.
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Familiarity with Google Workspace tools, event management tools (e.g. Eventbrite)
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Working knowledge of GDPR
Please note, if you do not meet all essential skills and experience, but feel you would be a good fit for this role we encourage you to apply anyway.
At GiveOut, we are deeply committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and encourage applications from women, non-binary, trans people, people of colour, and people with disabilities.
Why Join Us?
At GiveOut, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can make a meaningful impact on global LGBTQI rights. You will have the opportunity to shape the future of LGBTQI philanthropy while working with a passionate and dedicated team.
We pool the donations we receive to provide grants to LGBTQI organisations around the world, ensuring that they have more of the resources they need.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ID: 1449 Social Media Manager
Service: Digital Marketing
Salary: Grade 4 point 29: starting at £36,842 – raising to £41,106 per annum + £480 home working allowance
Location: Homebased
Hours: Full time 37 hours per week
We offer flexible working arrangements - please see below for more details.
Contract: Permanent
Family Action & the Role’s Impact:
Family Action is a national charity that supports people through change, challenge and crisis across England and Wales. On 1st January 2025, Relate, the largest provider of relationship support, joined the organisation helping us reach even more people and support the creation of secure foundations for children and young people, and safe, supportive relationships for all.
For over 150 years Family Action has seen first-hand the power of family and relationships to shape lives, for better or worse. That's why we speak up for the importance of family in national and local policymaking, amplify family voices and represent the changing needs of families in the UK today.
Whatever family means or looks like to us, it's relationships that matter. With Relate at Family Action, we are able to extend the support we provide with counselling, information, mediation and support to individuals, couples and families from all backgrounds and sexualities, as well as provide expert training for relationship support practitioners.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead our social media team and help strategically shape the role of paid and organic social across Family Action’s channels, including those under the Relate brand. You will manage a team of two Social Media Executives and drive brand awareness, income generation and service marketing whilst also providing strategic insight around wider external engagement activity.
Main Responsibilities (for details check the job description and person specification):
• Lead on the development and delivery of paid and organic social media activity across both Family Action and Relate brands.
• Refine Family Action’s social media strategy in line with key brand, income generation and service marketing objectives
• Work with the Head of Digital Marketing and Senior Social Media Executive to develop a paid social and sales strategy to drive purchases of services and toolkits from Relate
• Lead on the development and delivery of sophisticated Meta and LinkedIn ad campaigns at each stage of the donation/purchase funnel ie. awareness, interest, conversion
• Line manage a team of two Social Media Executives responsible for the day to day management of both Relate and Family Action channels, and supporting local services and retail shops with their use of social media.
Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):
• Extensive experience of strategically managing and developing social media channels for a large organisation/group/brand.
• Significant experience of developing successful paid social media campaigns for a range of business objectives including to drive income generation
• Excellent copywriting skills and the ability to write powerfully and succinctly for different objectives, audiences and channels.
• Excellent creative skills and the ability to recognise effective imagery, and stock photography and video.
• Experience of line management and/or mentoring a junior member of the team.
Benefits:
- an annual paid leave entitlement of 30 working days plus bank holidays
- up to 6% matched-pension contributions
- flexible working arrangements and new starters have the right to make flexible working requests from day one of employment
- enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave provisions
- eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers
- cycle to work scheme
- investing in your professional development with ongoing quality training and career development opportunities
We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect.
To Apply:
• Click the “Apply Now” link below and fill out our digital application form
• Closing Date: Sunday 1st June at 23:59
• To learn more about Family Action: Careers
Interviews are scheduled to take place virtually on 9th and 10th June 2025.
For direct queries or if you would like to discuss any aspect of the selection process or flexible working requests, please email: Matthew Dennis (full email address available on the advert document)
We about reserve the right to close the role early if we find suitable candidates.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.
We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Intersectionality is important to us and we particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ candidates and disabled candidates because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action. We know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role, and will reimburse your travel cost if you attend an interview.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
Law Centres tell us that their biggest concern right now is staff recruitment and retention. Supported by the Advice Workforce Development Fund, Law Centres Network has undertaken a programme of work to help ensure the long-term sustainability of the Law Centre workforce. Although initially focused on London, this work will benefit our network across the UK as we gain deeper insights, develop best practice, and co-produce new approaches.
We are looking for someone to work with Law Centres across London and co-ordinate a joint effort between Law Centres, LCN and other partners to improve recruitment, career progression, and staff retention in Law Centres and the wider social welfare legal advice sector.
We are the Law Centres Network (LCN). We make the UK a fairer place by helping people get justice, even if they cannot afford a lawyer. For nearly fifty years, we have been at the centre of a movement for social justice and we believe that people in greater need should get more help. Together with local Law Centres, we deliver faster, more accessible and more joined-up help. We do this by supporting Law Centres to get more help to people in need, bringing Law Centres together to solve systemic problems, and speaking out for change.
Many problems that people face involve the law – being treated unfairly at work, issues with their landlord, problems with welfare benefits, or being discriminated against. Law Centres employ lawyers and other professionals, who are experts in this kind of everyday problem. They give people legal advice and can represent them if they need it. They use the law to solve problems that hold people back, so they can get on with their lives. There are over 40 Law Centres across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
To review the Job Description and Person Specification (available to download from Supporting Documents), click Apply. To apply, please answer the 3 screening questions and submit your CV.
We are using an anonymous recruitment and the responses you provide on the equal opportunities form won't be shown on your individual application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the role
As a Foundation we are committed to learning together with others and reflecting and acting on what we learn. We learn to improve our understanding about how to approach the complex issues we are trying to address, to examine how our funding relates to the social change we want to see, and to improve how we work and fund.
The Learning & Insight Officer will play a key part in delivering our learning, monitoring and research activities, and we want the successful candidate to be able to develop their skills and interest within the role. They will work closely with the Head of Learning & Insight, wider Grants team colleagues and others across the Foundation to gather insights from our grants and wider work. These insights will inform our strategic direction and contribute to wider sector learning and understanding.
This is a permanent, full time role (35 hours) but we will also consider a part time role at 4 days/ 28 hours equivalent.
We are committed to best practice and accountability in equity, diversity and inclusion. We value, welcome and respect all the differences that make us who we are including: age, disability and mental health, neurodiversity, cultural background, ethnicity and race, sex, gender identity and expression and sexual orientation including LGBTQIA+ identities, religion and socioeconomic background.
Main Responsibilities
• Work with colleagues to design and implement systems for the LEF to collect data and to capture and share learning in a systematic way that reflects our values and our commitment to Power, Cuture and Inclusion.
• Coordinate a timetable of activities for LEF to learn from its grants and direct work (such as regular feedback surveys and internal reflection sessions).
• Work with colleagues to collate and analyse evidence from organisations we fund to identify key insights and learning (such as reports and notes from grant management calls).
• Work with the Head of Learning & Insight and wider grants team colleagues to prepare our grants data for publication (for example through 360Giving and as part of the Funders for Racial Equality Alliance (FREA) Audit)
• Support the LEF to communicate insights in accessible and engaging ways.
• Work with colleagues to prepare key insight reports and data for a range of audiences such as colleagues, trustees or other funders.
• Work with colleagues to run internal sessions with staff and trustees to reflect on our processes (what is working well, less well and what we can improve about how we work) and understand the progress the LEF is making towards its strategic objectives.
• Work with colleagues to run online and in-person events to bring together the organisations and people we fund to reflect and learn from one another.
• Support the development of a ‘culture of learning’ within the LEF and with grantees and
• Work with the Head of Learning & Insight to commission and manage external contractors for particular pieces of work (for example, research briefs or learning partnerships).
• Provide administrative support on tasks, such as scheduling meetings.
• Carry out such tasks as the Director of Grants & Learning or Head of Learning & Insight may from time to time deem necessary for the effective and efficient functioning of the Foundation.
To see a full description of the role and what we are looking for, download the candidate recruitment pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join us in our Community Engagement role and help shape the future of self-funded home energy improvements in the West of England.
We’re seeking a dynamic and driven Community Development Project Officer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for engaging with and supporting the development of local community groups. This will include planning and attending events and playing an integral role in promoting the uptake of home energy efficiency measures in the area.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the fight against climate change and to help communities reduce carbon emissions in their homes.
The role offers a unique opportunity compared to similar positions in the sector. The ideal applicant should be prepared to handle a diverse range of tasks, ensuring variety in their work. They must be capable of managing multiple responsibilities efficiently and delivering results promptly.
The candidate should have a sound understanding of community engagement and development, be highly organised, and possess excellent communication skills. The role requires a proactive individual with a passion for working with communities and the ability to engage people effectively.
This role is Full-time contract ending June 2026 with the potential to be extended.
Main Duties
- Support a range of community groups, local authorities, town and parish councils, and voluntary sector organisations to help share information on energy-saving measures and available support through Retrofit West.
- Represent Retrofit West CIC as a key worker across a range of projects.
- Support the design and delivery of community engagement activities such as workshops and focus groups within communities across the region.
- Contribute to the promotion and marketing of projects to ensure effective engagement with the target audience.
- Identify potential groups to work with and attend ad hoc events to help publicise Retrofit West CIC’s services.
- Represent Retrofit West at external events and conferences as required.
- Liaise with other staff across the wider Retrofit team to ensure effective workload planning, project development, and delivery.
This is a summary of Main Duties, for more details please check the Job description.
General:
- Handle general administrative tasks, including data entry, scheduling, and liaising with external contacts.
- Assist in the preparation of reports.
- Collaborate with the team to identify gaps in the region and support the delivery of existing community-funded projects.
- Take personal responsibility for decisions in your work, seeking assistance and input from others as appropriate.
- Plan and prioritise your workload to achieve high standards and meet agreed deadlines, adjusting readily to changing circumstances.
- Provide data analysis to report to the wider team.
- Communicate clearly, confidently, and persuasively using appropriate language and style for different target audiences. Listen actively, check for understanding, and provide constructive challenge where appropriate.
This is a summary of General responsibilities, for more details please check the Job description.
Benefits
- Time off in lieu (TOIL).
- Hybrid working.
- 33 days of holiday (including bank holidays).
- Company sick pay.
- A generous ethical company pension scheme.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Cycle to work scheme.
Responsibilities for Employee
- Travel to community events across the regions of South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Bath and Northeast Somerset will be required
- Some evening and weekend work will be require to attend community events
- This post may be subject to a DBS check if the postholder’s responsibilities bring them into contact with children or vulnerable adults.
- There will be a six-month probationary review.
Logistics
- The closing date for applications is Midday Wednesday 28th May 2025.
- If you do not hear by this time, your application has been unsuccessful.
How to Apply
Send your CV and cover letter via email to jobs @cse .org .uk. Make sure to attach your documents in a format such as Word or PDF.
If you prefer to apply by post, print out your CV and cover letter and send it to the following address: Retrofit West, St James Court, St James Parade, Bristol, BS1 3LH.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Philanthropy Manager
8-month FTC
£37,000-£38,000 FTE
Ideally full time 35 hours, flexible, would consider 4 days
Hybrid with 3 days in London office
Start: May/early June
Charity People are excited to partner with a charitable organisation to find them a new Philanthropy Manager, this is a maternity cover role.
As Philanthropy Manager, you will work closely with the Head of Philanthropy and Development team. You will actively manage a pool of individual donors to cultivate, steward and solicit donations for exhibitions, education, and programmes. You will have great administrative and communication skills, with the ability to communicate with high-net-worth people, and a sound understanding of fundraising and the sector. There is no line management responsibility for this role.
Responsibilities:
- Work with the Head of Philanthropy to implement and refine the organisation's major giving strategy, with a focus on securing mid-to-high level gifts.
- Manage a portfolio of donors and prospects, ensuring personalised cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities.
- Develop compelling fundraising proposals, working closely with Programmes colleagues to gather project and financial information.
- Support the Head of Philanthropy in securing major gifts for key fundraising campaigns.
- Collaborate with teams to identify opportunities for project-specific donations from existing members.
- Collaborate with the Philanthropy Officer to research and identify new major donor prospects, building and maintaining a pipeline of potential supporters.
- Ensure high-quality donor stewardship through bespoke engagement, reporting, and recognition opportunities.
- Maintain accurate donor records, tracking gifts and ensuring accurate acknowledgment in exhibition materials, reports, and event invitations.
- Play a role in planning and delivering key cultivation events, to ensure our supporters remain engaged and events meet agreed KPI's.
- Keep up to date with giving trends and philanthropic developments, sharing insights with the team to inform strategy.
- Attend the organisation's events as appropriate.
- Ensure accurate records are maintained through the CRM system.
- Ensure all personal details are managed in line with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).
- Work with the Philanthropy team to ensure philanthropic partnerships do not carry financial or reputational risk to the organisation and are compliant with the organisation's ethical fundraising policy through active Due Diligence for Ethics Committee.
- Work closely with the Finance team to ensure donations are managed efficiently.
You will bring:
- Experience of cultivating, soliciting and closing 5 figure+ gifts from individuals.
- Previous experience of contributing to or participating in strategy development, devising and implementing plans for major gifts fundraising.
- Pro-active, resourceful and entrepreneurial approach to fundraising and ability to take initiative and work autonomously when required.
- A highly organised and flexible approach to work, able to plan and prioritise a varied and busy workload and deliver agreed outputs to tight deadlines.
- Excellent written communication skills with the ability to translate complex information into compelling narrative form.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with an ability to work collaboratively as part of the wider Development team and communicate effectively at all levels.
- Innovative and creative approach to research methodologies and identifying prospective supporters.
- Previous experience using Salesforce or a comparable CRM system.
- Knowledge of data protection legislation.
Application deadline: 14th May
Interviews will take place w/c 19th May
Please send your CV as soon as possible to learn more about this role, we are sending CVs on a rolling basis.
Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Children's Services Co-ordinator to lead on the delivery of our services for children and young people with additional needs (SEND). This includes an Afterschool Club, Weekend and School Holiday Playschemes/Teens sessions and evening youth groups.
The role involves planning and delivering inclusive, engaging, and structured group sessions within a fun, safe, and supportive environment. You’ll be key in mentoring staff, ensuring quality service delivery and getting to know the children, young people and families we support.
Key Responsibilities
Planning & Organisation
· Collaborate with the Team Leader to manage bookings and allocate places across sessions.
· Support with recruitment and line management of Group Leaders, Deputy Group Leaders, and sessional staff, working with the Head of Services and Talent Acquisition Manager.
· Develop creative, inclusive session plans in partnership with Group Leaders, ensuring activities meet the needs and interests of participants.
· Procure resources for sessions including sensory toys, arts and crafts materials, baking supplies, etc.
· Ensure session documentation and CRM records are accurately maintained.
· Maintain excellent communication with parents, carers, social workers, schools, and internal teams.
· Identify and coordinate training needs within the team, taking part in relevant professional development.
· Liaise with the Office Manager to ensure all spaces used are clean, safe, and hygienic.
· Work with the Marketing Manager to share impact stories, quotes, and photos (with appropriate consents).
Session Delivery & Quality
· Oversee the delivery of all sessions, ensuring they are age-appropriate, engaging, and meet the needs of young people with SEND.
· Supervise and coach staff during sessions, providing guidance on behaviour management and inclusion strategies.
· Ensure every session promotes fun, safety, and a sense of belonging.
· Support staff in session planning and resource management, ensuring spaces are left tidy and ready for the next use.
· Plan and coordinate meals/snacks for afterschool sessions, ensuring adherence to food hygiene standards.
· Foster independence in young people, supporting them to develop social, communication, and life skills.
· Provide hands-on support where needed, including personal care, eating and drinking, mobility, or emotional regulation.
· Implement a simple outcomes framework to measure impact and track progress.
Safeguarding, Incidents & Compliance
· Ensure all safeguarding policies and procedures are followed, maintaining a vigilant and proactive approach to child safety.
· Record all incidents and accidents using CPOMS and escalate urgent concerns appropriately to the Head of Services and Quality and/or CEO (Designated Safeguarding Lead).
· Model professional curiosity and promote a culture of safeguarding awareness ("It could happen here" mindset).
General Responsibilities
· Comply with all LinkAble policies and procedures, with a focus on safeguarding, equality and diversity, and health and safety.
· Attend relevant training and contribute to a continuous learning culture.
· Support team collaboration by assisting colleagues during peak times or staff absence.
· Represent LinkAble’s values in all interactions with staff, families, professionals, and the wider community.
· Undertake additional duties as reasonably required to support the evolving needs of the service.
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Equal Opportunities Statement:
LinkAble is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. We are especially keen to hear from individuals with lived experience of disability or neurodiversity.
LinkAble supports people with a learning disability and autistic people to create the life they want to live.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.