Head of programme delivery jobs

As the Head of Academic Services, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the academic department, ensuring smooth operations and fostering an effective, positive learning environment. This role involves direct line management of the Academic Services and Student Services team as well as collaborating with the other departments to uphold academic and company standards. Reporting to Senior Management, you’ll play a crucial role in formulating reports, monitoring performance metrics, implementing and overseeing academic policies to achieve our objectives.

This is a senior role within the organisation and the successful candidate will be a leading member of the leadership team. The role will require previous experience in a comparable management position in an academic setting, with extensive knowledge of Higher Education regulatory frameworks, policies and procedures.

The Head of Academic Services is responsible for managing, developing and strengthening Fourth Monkey’s academic and student support services, quality assurance and enhancement.

The Head of Academic Services acts as the expert in academic standards, oversight, programme management, student services and academic quality & compliance for the organisation and as such undertakes a senior responsibility within the smooth operational and administrative management of the organisations day to day operations.

This role is about driving student success. 

Head of Marketing

We are looking for an imaginative and strategic Head of Marketing, deeply aligned with the Bible Society’s mission, to lead the multi-disciplinary marketing and creative functions.

This is an exciting opportunity to support our strategic organisational goals.

Position: Head of Marketing

Location: Swindon/Hybrid (average of 40 per cent office presence)

Hours: Full-time

Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 8 July 2025

Interview Date: The first round is online on 18 July 2025 and the second round is in person at the Swindon office on 23 July 2025

The Role

As Head of Marketing you’ll shape how the Bible Society presents itself to the world, ensuring our message is consistent, inspiring and impactful across every channel and campaign. You’ll also play a vital leadership role within the Communications and Marketing department, deputising for the Director and contributing to cross-organisational planning.

You’ll oversee teams responsible for brand, marketing, digital engagement, design, film production and advertising - ensuring our voice is clear, cohesive and compelling and that all activity is aligned with the strategic implementation plan. Working in close partnership with colleagues across the publishing, fundraising and mission teams, you’ll ensure that the marketing activity is strategically aligned, creatively bold and grounded in insight.

This is a pivotal moment for the Bible Society. Our recent research – The Quiet Revival – reveals that one in three people are open to exploring the Bible if invited. In response, the charity is planning to launch a major nationwide advertising campaign in 2026 aimed at encouraging the spiritually curious to engage with the Bible and discover its relevance for themselves. You’ll be the driving force behind the delivery of an integrated marketing strategy that reaches both church and non-church audiences.

About You

We are looking for a confident, creative and strategic marketing leader who knows how to connect mission with message. You will have a strong grasp of multi-channel marketing and a deep understanding of how to reach and resonate with diverse audiences.

We are looking for someone who can lead people as well as projects, creating a high-performance culture while championing collaboration across the organisation.

You will have:

· A proven track record of marketing leadership

· A post-graduate qualification in Marketing, Communications or related field, or equivalent experience

· A strong background in advertising strategy, digital marketing and fundraising communications

· Demonstrated success in building brand presence and delivering results-driven campaigns

· The ability to build and lead strong and effective teams

· An understanding of and experience in using audience/customer pathways

· Up-to-date understanding of the latest trends and best practices in marketing and impact measurement

· Confident and clear communication skills

· Familiarity with Salesforce or other CRM platforms

Please provide your CV and a 250-word statement that sets out your interest and suitability for this position.

In Return…

Commitment - As a Christian organisation, we believe you have gifts and abilities that are all your own. So we’re willing to explore how what you have might fit what’s needed.

The checklist – There’s no such thing as the perfect candidate. You don't have to tick every box on the job description before you apply!

It's personal - You have a life outside work, and the organisation want you to be able to live it well. So are happy to talk to you about flexible working hours and working from home.

Learn and grow - When you're trained in a new skill, or learn a different perspective, it benefits everyone. The organisation is committed to making it possible for everyone to flourish, with a huge variety of learning resources available.

Together and apart - The charity believe in home working where it’s appropriate, and during lockdown they made that work really well. But know how important it is to meet face to face, too and are committed to making the office an enriching environment, where people are glad to be.

Celebrating difference - Universal acceptance for everyone, everywhere is at the heart of the organisation and it promotes diversity of thought, culture and background. Diversity is valued and this is reflected in the workforce.

Level ground - We want you to bring your best to the application and selection process. If you need any adjustments to be made for that to happen, let us know and we'll be glad to help.

Benefits include: Flexible Working, Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, Family Time benefits including TOIL, 28 days (plus bank holidays) after 2 years’ service (plus holiday trading, office closed at Christmas, additional closure the day before Good Friday and as day after Easter Monday), gym membership, Health Cash Plan or Private Medical, Cycle Scheme, Life Assurance, Staff Seminars, All Staff Gatherings, Access to LinkedIn Learning platform, Tastecard, Childcare Vouchers, Loyalty Awards, Staff Events, Free tea and coffee

Working in over 200 countries and territories, the organisations parent charity, is on a global mission to bring the Bible to life for everyone and believes that when people engage with the Bible lives can be changed, for good.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity and aspire to reflect this in our workforce. Applications are welcome from people representing all sections of the community.

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PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Education Programme Coordinator

Would you like to make a measurable difference in young people’s lives through educational support? Join a passionate team helping pupils reach their full potential.

Position: Education Programme Coordinator
Salary: £30,000 per annum (pro rata)
Location: Hybrid with daily travel to schools in Southampton (SO18/SO16) and termly travel to London
Hours: Part-time (up to 3 days/37.5 hours per week)
Contract: Fixed term for 6 months with potential for extension

Benefits: Staff pension, Paid travel expenses, Flexible working practices, Term-time holiday after 2 years’ service, Paid Summer sabbatical after 3 years’ service

Closing Date: 16th July 2025
Interview Date: Week beginning 21st July
Start Date: September/October 2025

About the Role

As Education Programme Coordinator you will oversee the delivery of an impactful tuition programme across a group of Southampton schools. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine your educational experience with programme and people management responsibilities in a mission-driven organisation.

You’ll work directly with pupils, tutors, and school staff to ensure sessions run smoothly and have real impact, helping young people double their expected progress.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning, organising, and facilitating weekly in-school tuition sessions (term time)
• Designing and delivering tutor and volunteer training
• Ensuring safeguarding and wellbeing procedures are followed
• Analysing programme data, reporting on outcomes, and recommending next steps
• Building and maintaining school partnerships
• Contributing to curriculum development and programme improvement
• Supporting organisational growth and managing specific projects

About You

We’re looking for someone who combines educational experience with excellent organisation, people skills, and a genuine passion for improving pupil outcomes.

You will need:

• Qualified Teacher Status and/or significant experience in classroom or youth settings
• Proven success in youth behaviour management
• A degree in any subject and a strong academic background
• Strong organisational and data analysis skills
• Confidence working independently and taking ownership of outcomes
• Excellent communication skills with young people and professionals
• A commitment to safeguarding and child protection

Desirable:

• Volunteer or project management experience
• Experience with Key Stage 3 or 4 exam preparation
• A driving licence and access to a car

About the Organisation

The organisation works to reduce the widening attainment gap in education by helping underachieving disadvantaged pupils double their expected progress, build confidence and resilience, and improve their future prospects. We do this through inspirational volunteer tutors, with the support of qualified teachers and facilitators.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Education Project Manager, Programme Lead, Head of Tutoring, Learning Mentor, Secondary Teacher, School Partnerships Manager, Outreach Programme Coordinator.

Apply today to join a values-driven organisation creating real change in education.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Head of Services

Merseyside Society for Deaf

Liverpool, based out of Queen’s Drive office and community hub (L13 0DJ), with some travel to attend meetings and some flexibility for home working

Salary £35,000-£38,000 per annum, dependent on experience

Permanent

Full time, 35 hours per week with flexibility to meet needs of the role and the service with on-call rota system

Excellent benefits including 27 days annual leave per year, rising to 32 days after 5 years’ service, Employee Assistance Programme, pension with 3% employer contribution, professional development opportunities, 5 days paid study leave, sick pay

 Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for people, purpose, and operational excellence? Are you looking for a new role within a values-led, community-focused organisation where you will change lives, lead teams and develop your own professional skill set?

Charity People are delighted to be supporting Merseyside Society for Deaf (MSDP), a charity which advances equality for people with hearing loss across Merseyside and beyond, with their recruitment for a new Head of Services.

MSDP is a charity with a long history, with roots traced back to 1864, making them one of the oldest d/Deaf charities in the country. Communities are central to MSDP’s services and as a result, the charity are an important part of the d/Deaf and hard of hearing community in Merseyside. MSDP are devoted to helping Deaf, Deaf-Blind and Hard of Hearing people achieve a full, active and influencing role in mainstream society.

The Head of Services is a senior role that plays a vital part in shaping and delivering MSDP’s mission. You will help lead the day-to-day delivery of services, ensuring they are effective, inclusive, and high-quality. Working alongside Service Managers, you’ll coordinate projects and contracts to meet the needs of the people and communities MSDP serves. You’ll help ensure services are delivered with integrity, impact, and compassion.

Key responsibilities

• Operational Leadership and Service Delivery: Oversee the effective day-to-day running of services, ensuring compliance, quality outcomes, confidentiality, and accurate record-keeping.
• People and Performance Management: Supervise and support Service Managers and teams, set performance standards, promote staff development, and ensure safe and effective recruitment practices.
• Project, Contract and Financial Oversight: Lead project delivery and contract management, monitor risks, support tender submissions, and manage budgets and resources in line with strategic and contractual priorities.
• Data, Reporting and Strategic Insight: Analyse and present key performance data to support service improvement and inform decision-making and prepare high-quality reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Legal, Risk and Safeguarding Compliance: Ensure robust safeguarding practices, manage operational risks, and uphold legal, regulatory, and confidentiality requirements across all service areas.

The successful candidate will have proven experience in managing operational services in health, social care or charity sectors, with strong project management and delivery experience. You will also have a strong track record in staff supervision and team leadership with excellent leadership and team motivation skills. You will understand safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection (DPA, GDPR) with knowledge of service performance frameworks and contract compliance. A strong communicator, you will be able to create reports and presentations and be able to analyse data and derive insights. You will have budget and resource management skills with strong planning, organisational and risk management experience. You will be able to work independently and manage time effectively with a flexible, adaptable and problem-solving attitude. You will be committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and to the values and mission of the organisation. A willingness to learn British Sign Language (BSL), if not already proficient, is essential.

You may have experience working with or in Deaf or disability services and familiarity with Deaf culture and BSL. The ideal candidate would have experience in tender writing and funding applications, experience of contract management and reporting to commissioners and funders, and knowledge of adult social care commissioning, but these are desirable criteria. A willingness to learn British Sign Language (BSL) if not already proficient is essential.

Being part of the MSDP team is hugely rewarding, and what makes MSDP different is their culture and specialisms. Most of the staff team are Deaf and they have frontline staff who are able to communicate in British Sign Language and Deaf-Blind Manual/Hands on. New staff will benefit from learning about deafness, the inequalities that exist in access to mainstream services and the impact of those barriers on our beneficiaries. Meetings are fully accessible so we welcome people from across the d/Deaf and hearing communities to apply. The role is based in Liverpool and you will need to be able to travel across Merseyside and surrounding areas.

How to apply

The application process is via an Application and Equal Opportunities Monitoring form. Please click apply to be directed to the MSDP website to download the application pack.

If you have a query or would like to request an informal conversation with by phone or video call with the CEO, please follow the instructions on the last page of the recruitment pack to email the MSDP Recruitment Team.

The closing date is 4pm on Wednesday 9 July 2025. Interviews will take place week commencing 21 July.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. 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 believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with demonstrable experience of coordinating projects to support the implementation of a new parish revitalisation programme that will enable 70-80 parishes over the next 9 years to grow and flourish through their participation in a two-year programme of learning, reflection and action. 

This is a new role, giving the opportunity to be involved from the start of the programme and play a key part in supporting its development over time. 

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring the smooth running of the programme, engaging with parishes, trainers and other Diocesan staff teams. 
• Oversee communication and coordination of training weekends, attend the weekends and support ongoing engagement and support for parishes.
• Contribute to ongoing evaluation of the pilot, ensuring that learnings are captured and applied in the future.  

We’re Looking for Someone Who: 

• Has experience in project coordination and management, able to deal with many and varied tasks and prioritise work to meet timescales. 
• Is a confident organiser, with good interpersonal and social skills, who is flexible and can work with others and remain calm under pressure. 
• Is a gifted communicator, experience in group facilitation and able to deal with a variety of people from differing backgrounds and authorities.

Villiers Park is on the cusp of new ambition in both scale and impact and if you want to help shape that journey by delivering an ambitious fundraising strategy that will transform outcomes for young people across the UK, this is the role for you.

Applications close: 9 a.m. Monday 21st July 2025

Location: Hybrid/Cambridge (with travel to London and in the UK)

About Villiers Educational Trust

Villiers Park Educational Trust is a national social mobility charity, delivering evidence-informed programmes that develop personal and employability skills and raise academic outcomes for young people aged 11-19 from under-represented backgrounds.

We believe every young person should have an equal opportunity to excel at school, at university and in their careers. Our programmes support young people to develop a greater range of possible selves through new opportunities, experiences and self-reflection.

About the role

As Head of Fundraising at Villiers Park Educational Trust, you’ll play a critical leadership role, developing and delivering an ambitious fundraising strategy. Working closely with the CEO, you’ll deliver growth in fundraising income across multiple streams, including corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations and major donors.

This is a role for someone passionate about social mobility, eager to enable the charity’s ambitions to expand its reach and impact on society, who can complement strategic vision with proactive and hands-on fundraising and team leadership.

Villiers is on the cusp of new ambition in both scale and impact, and if you want to help shape that journey, this is the role for you.

Who we are looking for

You will thrive in leading and developing a high-performing team, leading from the front and encouraging a collaborative and supportive environment for your team.

You’ll relish being an articulate and passionate advocate for the work of the charity at networking and sector events.

We’re looking for an experienced fundraising leader with a strong track record across trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships and major donor fundraising. You’ll be a strategic relationship builder with a track record of growing and nurturing high-value relationships and engaging with senior stakeholders.

You’ll bring innovation, leadership and warmth with a strong emphasis on empowering others. In doing so, you’ll help change the trajectory of thousands of young lives across the UK from under-represented backgrounds.

Please click 'Redirect to recruiter’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.

Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 21st July 2025.

Brixton House seeks a fixed term interim Head of Production.
 
As Interim Head of Production, you will lead the technical and production delivery of Brixton House’s performing arts programme, hires and events and creative activity across all spaces. Working closely with artists, visiting companies, and internal teams, you will ensure the highest quality production standards across all performances, events, and participation projects. You will also uphold the strategic planning and support the venue’s continued reputation for innovation, collaboration, and excellence in the arts. 
 
Location: Brixton House, London
 
Reports to: Executive Creative Producer, Chief Operating Officer and, Commercial Director  
 
Works most closely with: Head of Commercial partnerships and events, Head of Creative Engagement and the Senior Producer.  
 
Responsible for: Technical Manager, Senior technician, Technicians, freelance and sessional staff 
 
Salary: £45,500 
 
Contract Type: Interim, 6 months fixed term (potential for extension) 
 
Ideal start date: July 2025 – Feb 2026
 
Hours: Full-time, with flexibility to work evenings and weekends
 
Location: On-site at Brixton House, one day hybrid working. 
 
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224 Youth Zone is set to be a significant new part of South Bristol’s play and youth landscape – and we’re looking for a bold, experienced, and inspiring Head of Play, Youth & Partnerships to lead the charge.

As we scale up towards opening, this is your opportunity to shape a high-impact, seven-day-a-week frontline offer for up to 250 children and young people each night – energising a team, building a culture, and delivering at scale.

This senior leadership role sits at the heart of delivery, partnerships, and safeguarding, with the power to help shape the future of inclusive, relational, and values-led play and youth provision in the city – working alongside an incredible network of partners and community organisations.

What you’ll be doing:

· Lead the strategic development and operational delivery of our open access play and youth programme 40 hours a week of activities that are responsive, inclusive, and exciting!

· Line manage Team Leaders and oversee a large team of part-time and sessional staff, embedding a culture of reflection, excellence and relational practice

· Shape a delivery model rooted in Play Work and Youth Work theory, focused on progression, relationships, and personal development

· Be the Designated Safeguarding Lead ensuring all children and young people are safe and supported

· Build powerful partnerships with local organisations, schools, and services to strengthen our reach and offer

· Champion the use of CRM and data systems to track, evidence and grow our impact

· Play a vital role in organisational planning and decision-making as part of the Senior Leadership Team

What we’re looking for:

· A dynamic, experienced leader of services for Children and Young People, passionate about relational, inclusive, high-quality delivery

· Confident in staff management and programme design – able to motivate, support and inspire large teams

· A safeguarding expert, with a strong understanding of duty of care and safe practice

· A strategic thinker with the ability to lead both day-to-day operations and long-term vision

· Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, purposeful environment and believes deeply in the power of play and youth work

If you’re a thoughtful, values-led leader who puts children and young people at the centre and brings both strategic insight and a strong sense of purpose to your work, we’d love to hear from you!

For Further information please check out our website:Youth Moves

Job Location:        Home-based, with some travel to our London office.

Responsible to:    Head of Services 

Hours:                      35 per week 

Grade:              Point 42- 45, £45,530 - £48,620 (a London Allowance will be applied to employees who live in London, plus 6% employer’s pension, subject to a minimum 2% contribution by the employee) 

Contract:               Fixed term until 31st March 2026.

Benefits:

• Friendly and collaborative working environment
• Remote working
• 25 to 30 days holidays per annum plus bank holidays (depending on length of service and pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Contributory pension scheme including 6% employer’s contribution (subject to employee’s minimum 2% contribution)
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay
• Occupational sick pay depending on length of service and pro-rata for part-time employees.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to staff discounts

Closing date: 17th July 2025, 17:00

Interviews to take place: 28th & 29th July 2025

About the role:

This role's primary purpose is to ensure effective delivery and continuous improvement of Respect's training programmes. This involves an experienced Trainer facilitating courses, webinars, and workshops, as well as overseeing the creation of new training content and securing its CPD certification or OCN accreditation. The core purpose of this position is to drive the quality and reach of Respect's learning and development programme. 

About you:

• At least three years’ experience of domestic abuse client work, preferably with perpetrators 
• Experience in delivering training for different audiences and in various formats (face-to-face, online, blended learning) 
• Experience in project management, including budget management for training programmes 
• Experience in training evaluation and impact measurement 
• Demonstrate a commitment to - and understanding of - the values, aims and objectives of Respect 
• Willingness to travel to various parts of the country to deliver training 

About Respect: 

Respect is a pioneering UK membership organisation in the domestic abuse sector.  Founded in 2000, we have built our expertise over the last 25 years in what was then a fledgling sector and recently have seen significant and rapid growth.

How to apply

You must download an application form from Respect's job page, and submit to the Operations department in word doc. format only, please.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact our HR Team directly (follow link to Respect website)

Closing date: 17th July 2025, 17:00 

Role Overview: 

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Trusts and Foundations income stream at Global Canopy, bringing exemplary relationship management and stewardship strategies to continue establishing the programme for long-term impact. This role will also nurture a small but successful team, supporting them to reach in-year and future income targets.

You will contribute to a culture of kindness, collaboration, rigour and accountability in equal measure. You will come to work with a sense of urgent mission, but one balanced by emotional intelligence. You will share our conviction that it is not just what we do that matters in our working life, but how we do it too.

Key Responsibilities
As a confident and energetic member of Global Canopy’s Development team, you will:

• Oversee the delivery of our Trusts and Foundations programme, shaping plans to ensure outstanding donor engagement and stewardship, future income growth and the delivery of our mission for forests, people and nature
• Personally manage a portfolio of prospects and existing funders at the six- and seven-figure level, inspiring them to give for the first time and continue or increase their giving
• Support the Trusts/Foundations fundraising team to develop a continuous pipeline of unrestricted and restricted funding opportunities
• Working alone and in partnership with other team members, develop high-quality tailored communications, including cases for support, bespoke proposals, concept notes and donor reports that demonstrate Global Canopy’s impact
• Engage and build relationships with peer and partner organisations to identify and explore opportunities for partnership funding applications
• Represent the voice of fundraising on strategic internal Boards and Working Groups, ensuring excellent communication flow between them and the Development team
• Collaborate effectively across the organisation at all levels, operating as a supportive and reliable fundraising colleague
• Work with colleagues across programmes, communications, operations and finance to shape annual plans and budgets 
• Leverage your understanding of market trends to adapt our approach to fundraising and donor engagement
• Effectively manage a high performing Trusts/Foundations team providing clear objectives, supervision and support to enable them to thrive in their roles
• Ensure your and the team’s work is fully compliant with both our own policies and the latest charity legislation and standards of practice
• Ensure that our CRM (Salesforce) is used effectively, kept up to date and accurately maintained with prospect and donor information
• With the Director of Income and Philanthropy Lead, contribute to the effective management of the Development team as a whole and a strong organisational fundraising culture
• Undertake any other relevant duties and projects delegated by the Director of Income

Skills and Experience
Successful candidates will:

• Have a proven track record of having identified, cultivated and secured six- and seven-figure funding partnerships with trusts/foundations
• Have proven experience of building relationships of trust, working collaboratively and in close partnership with internal stakeholders to deliver joint outcomes 
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills, confident in synthesising complex information for external-facing, donor-friendly communication and talking with funders, prospects and stakeholders
• Be adept in negotiating in complex environments with multiple stakeholders to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes 
• Be skilled in adapting your style of management to meet individual needs and provide support to team members in achieving their professional and developmental goals 
• Be familiar with the Fundraising Code of Practice and/or other relevant fundraising best practice frameworks
• Have excellent relationship management skills and high emotional intelligence
• Have strong financial literacy, including budgeting and financial reporting
• Be able to work well under pressure and manage multiple priorities and demands
• Have experience in working in the forests, nature and/or climate sectors, preferably in a global context
• Familiarity with the human rights and social dimensions of commodity-driven deforestation and environmental degradation and/or the nexus between human rights and nature-related issues would also be beneficial

Essential Behavioural Competencies

• Proactive and agile, seeking opportunities to grow income in a dynamic and creative environment
• Passionate about demonstrating how funders can contribute to ending deforestation, an essential step in achieving urgent global goals on climate, nature and human rights 
• Enthusiasm and flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and capitalise on new opportunities 
• Effective and positive team-player with a strong preference for collaboration

Benefits

Salary
£55k-65k full time equivalent 
This role sits within Band C on Global Canopy’s remuneration framework.

Nature of contract
Full time / Permanent. We are a flexible employer and welcome candidates wishing to work flexibly.

Base
Our office is in Oxford, with flexible home-working arrangements in place.

Holidays
36 days (including bank/public holidays) for discretionary use across the annual leave year. Option to purchase up to an additional 5 days or equivalent of one week’s leave.

Pension
Employer pension contribution of 8%.

Healthcare cashback plan
Covering dental fees, eye-care, wellbeing, physiotherapy, chiropody and much more – for you and any children. 

Group Life Assurance 
Paying a lump sum of 3 times annual salary

Group Income Protection
Paying 75% of annual salary for up to 2 years (for long term sickness).

Employee Assistance Programme
Which provides free, confidential advice on personal and legal matters.

Other
Huge range of discounts and cashback deals at gyms, restaurants, holidays, and much more.

We're looking for a Head of Fundraising with a focus on Trusts and Foundations to help take our income generation to the next level. The person in this role will lead and grow our income from major trusts and foundations, overseeing our existing portfolio while actively developing new, strategic opportunities.

This is a key leadership role in a small but ambitious fundraising team, with a focus on securing large-scale, multi-year grants. You'll write compelling bids and proposals, steward relationships with funders and senior stakeholders, and work closely with colleagues across the organisation to shape exciting, fundable projects.

You’ll line manage our Trusts and Reporting Officer and help create a clear, sustainable pathway for future growth – with a particular emphasis on building our capacity to operate at a medium-sized charity level.

You’ll report to the Director of Fundraising and play a vital part in a team that fuels the mission and vision of XLP.

Head of Individual Giving & Supporter Engagement

We are looking for a Head of Individual Giving & Supporter Engagement to join the team in this hybrid working role.

This is an exciting time to join the team and the charity on its incredible journey.

 

Position: Head of Individual Giving & Supporter Engagement
Location: Cambridge/Hybrid
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Thursday 24th July 2025
 

The Role

You will lead the Individual Giving and Supporter Engagement strategy, delivering the growth needed to make two new hospitals – Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital and Cambridge Children’s Hospital – a reality.

You will:

• Lead a team of fundraisers to deliver inspiring appeals and innovative fundraising propositions.
• Drive net income and supporter growth across all Individual Giving streams including regular giving, digital, appeals, and lottery.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring activities are insight-led and maximise return on investment.
• Develop first-class donor journeys and stewardship experiences to foster supporter loyalty.
• Play a pivotal role in engaging Addenbrooke’s patients and staff to build a sustainable mass participation fundraising model.

If you’re passionate about transforming healthcare and understand the power of emotionally intelligent donor engagement, we’d love to hear from you.

 

About You

We’re seeking an ambitious and data-savvy fundraising leader who can think both strategically and creatively.

You will have:

• Significant experience in direct marketing and individual giving at management level.
• Strong leadership credentials with a proven ability to develop and motivate teams.
• A track record in delivering successful donor acquisition and retention campaigns.
• Exceptional understanding of supporter engagement, CRM systems, and compliance including GDPR.
• Experience in developing innovative products and donor propositions, ideally in a healthcare or charity setting.

 

Benefits Include:

• Pension Scheme with 7% Employer Contribution
• 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) increasing with service
• Birthday Leave
• Health Cash Plan (Medicash)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Group Life Assurance (4x salary)
• On-site Leisure Centre
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• NHS Discount Schemes

 

About the Organisation

Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust (ACT) is the only charity dedicated to supporting innovation in patient care across Cambridge University Hospitals. We’re working to make two world-leading hospitals a reality and improve lives for thousands of people across the region and beyond. Our supporters are at the heart of what we do – many have experienced our hospitals first-hand and their stories are integral to our success.

ACT is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

 

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Individual Giving Manager, Supporter Engagement Manager, Head of Fundraising, Direct Marketing Manager, Lottery Fundraising, Head of Donor Development, Head of Supporter Experience.

We are a small but mighty team, with huge ambitions to transform more lives of those who live with an intellectual disability, through the power of sport.

If you are just looking for a job, then we are probably not for you. However, if you are an experienced finance and business operations professional able to demonstrate strategic and operational ability around financial planning and processes as well as delivering cost effective, efficient and fit-for-purpose business services, then we would like to hear from you.  Charity finance experience and experience in a similarly broad role covering other areas of business operations including IT, risk management, data protection & data management and health & safety is a must.

We continue to be focused on our vision to create an inclusive world for all, driven by the power of sport, through which people with intellectual disabilities live active, healthy and fulfilling lives. We are a small, but growing, team with huge ambitions, and applicants must be comfortable operating in an environment where working under your own initiative is expected and encouraged.

We are looking for people who are passionate about Special Olympics and are completely aligned with our values. We are authentic. We act with honesty, integrity and respect. We are creative and innovative. We love to embrace difference and doing things differently. We are brave, courageous, resilient and determined. We listen and are led by the voice of our athletes. We are always kind. We are Inclusion in Action.

We are continuing to build a high-performing team who care for each other and care about our cause. Our athletes are incredibly inspirational, courageous and insightful people, and they deserve a team who are equally committed and passionate about our mission.

This is a permanent, home-based role. There will be the requirement to attend internal and external meetings or events which will involve travel away from home and working outside of normal hours.     

The role is both strategic and operational in nature and represents a fantastic chance to join an amazing charity at an exciting time of growth.

For job role specifics please see the Job Description.

What We Can Offer 

· Competitive salary circa £33,000 (£55K FTE) per annum depending on experience. 

· 15 days holiday on appointment plus pro rata bank holidays and one extra day for your Birthday. 

· Stakeholder Pension Scheme from appointment. 

· Time off in Lieu (TOIL) for out of hours work. 

· Flexible working. 

· Health Cash Plan

How to Apply

To apply, please send a covering letter (maximum 2 pages) explaining why you wish to work for Special Olympics GB. It is important that all prospective employees understand our mission and are driven by our cause. Please be specific about how your skills and experience will help you undertake this role and how they match the requirements of the Job Description and Person Specification. Generic letters and agency approaches will not be considered. Please also include your CV.

First stage interviews will be held week commencing 28th July 2025.

Safer Recruitment 

Special Olympics Great Britain is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees or volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process. The successful candidate will be required to complete regular safeguarding training and undertake a DBS/PVG check relevant to the requirements of the role. For this role that will involve a Basic Disclosure. 

Equal Opportunities

Special Olympics GB is committed to equality and diversity and encourages all sections of the community, particularly those living with a disability, who meet the job requirements to apply.

Other

The job holder will need to provide evidence of their ability to live and work in the UK and will be required to undertake a basic DBS check.

We will only contact those who have been selected for interview.

We request no contact from agencies.

Want to make a difference to local lives?

We are an independent local charity based in Bosham, Chichester offering a wide range of services to support our patients, and their loved ones, who are living with a life limiting or terminal illness. The work we do makes a real difference to the lives of local people and we support over 330 patients at any one time between our In Patient Unit and Community teams.

Why join us as an interim Head of Fundraising?

We’re a friendly, inspiring and supportive team, committed to our vision to provide high quality end of life and palliative care. We value diversity and are committed to being a place where people feel their differences are recognised and welcomed, and their needs are heard and respected. Creating an inclusive workplace is a core part of our aim to ensure St Wilfrid’s is a great place to work and a compassionate and caring place to be.

See our careers page for full job description

Being a Head of Fundraising at St Wilfrid’s

As an interim Head of Fundraising, covering maternity leave, you will need strong leadership skills, a passion for fundraising with a track record for delivering financial results, and a desire to work for a meaningful cause. This role leads an incredible team of 12 dedicated fundraising professionals who, along with the support of our event volunteers, work tirelessly to support our Hospice. Their dedication to, and care for, our supporters generates over £4 million annually, which is vital for funding our care.

This role is pivotal in ensuring our fundraising department thrives, and will be responsible for:

• Developing, implementing and managing a comprehensive fundraising budget, including forecasting for the future, working closely with the Director of Income Generation
• Developing effective fundraising programmes in all revenue streams, identifying priority areas – to enhance the fundraising portfolio of income generation activities; consistently evaluating and adjusting plans and strategies
• Ensuring the close management of income and expenditure, making adjustments where necessary to ensure good financial management
• Leading, building and motivating the Fundraising team, providing leadership and management and overseeing development and training, to enable individuals to reach their full potential
• Collaborating closely with our marketing and retail heads as one of our department leads

Please note this is 30-37.5 hour a week, fixed term contract, until September 2026.

Qualifications and Experience

• Fundraising experience and specialist knowledge at a senior level and in a wide range of fundraising income streams
• Level 7 qualification in Fundraising
• Extensive practical experience at a senior level of leading and developing the skills of a team
• Experience of building high level relationships
• Experience of developing funding propositions, campaigns and securing significant funds in excess of £2m annually
• Experience of successful delivery against targets
• Excellent communication and networking skills
• Right to work in the UK

What we offer you

We offer all St Wilfrid’s employees the following benefits:

• Annual Leave – An equivalent to our generous holiday entitlement starting at 27 days per year plus bank holidays. This increases with service
• Healthcare – Access to a contributory health plan for you and family members, covering a range of benefits including eyecare and physiotherapy
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – Access to free and confidential Virtual GP Advice, Counselling and Legal Support
• Continuation of existing NHS Pension Scheme Membership – And recognition of reckonable service for certain benefits
• Generous Pension – With 7.5% employer contribution for employees not in the NHS pension scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme – Should the worst happen while you’re working with us, your loved ones will receive a lump sum payment equal to two times your salary (or the NHS Life Assurance Scheme if applicable)
• Subsidised food – Our catering team provide a range of high-quality meals at low prices for all employees when on site at the Hospice
• Employee discount – In all our community charity shops and eligibility for the Blue Light Card discount scheme

Please note the salary displayed is full time equivalent

How to Apply

Please click on the apply now button to be redirected to our careers page and complete the short form at the bottom of the job advert, where you can add your CV or a completed application form if you prefer.

Please note this vacancy may close early if sufficient applications have been received.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at St Wilfrid’s

We value diversity and are committed to being a place where people feel their differences are recognised and welcomed, and their needs are heard and respected. Creating an inclusive workplace is a core part of our aim to ensure St Wilfrid’s is a great place to work and a compassionate and caring place to be.

We want to hire talented people and to make sure our processes don’t exclude or disadvantage people with disabilities or different needs. Please let us know what would help you apply for our role – we’re happy to be flexible with our process to help you showcase your skills and abilities. To do this please get in touch, or pop in and ask at Reception for HR.

We guarantee an interview for candidates with disabilities who meet the essential criteria for the role.

Interview information

Interviews will be held at St Wilfrid’s Hospice, Walton Lane, Bosham, Chichester, on the 16th and 18th July.