Head of service charge jobs
We are seeking our first Head of Fundraising to join our Senior Leadership Team, build the function and leave a legacy.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will lead on developing and delivering our fundraising strategy, with primary focus on trusts and foundations and corporate partnerships, with the potential to grow individual philanthropy in the future.
You will be a key ambassador for the organisation, building and managing strong, long-term relationships with funders who share our mission. You’ll bring vision, strategic clarity and emotional intelligence to developing compelling cases for support, always ensuring alignment with organisational goals and understanding that for us, income is a vehicle to impact.
You’ll manage and develop one Senior Officer initially, with the possibility that we may be able to expand the team as income grows. The Senior Officer post is currently empty, so we hope that you’ll be able to be involved in the recruitment of this post enabling you to shape your own team. You’ll also play a wider role in shaping the organisation’s strategy and culture as part of a collaborative and ambitious leadership team.
Key responsibilities:
Strategy and Leadership
- Lead development and execution of a fundraising strategy focused on trusts,foundations and corporates (with a possible addition of individual philanthropy further down the line).
- Act as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to organisational strategy, planning and culture, and supporting the Chief Executive to report to the board on fundraising.
- Manage, develop and grow the Senior Officer role; build a high-performing team.
Fundraising and Relationship Management
- Create and manage a pipeline of funding opportunities, securing multi-year grants and strategic partnerships that support our research, policy and delivery ambitions, and reflect our values.
- Lead the development of major funding bids - including drafting proposals and coordinating input from SLT colleagues and other relevant team members.
- Cultivate, steward and deepen relationships with existing and prospective funders, acting as a confident and credible ambassador.
- Collaborate closely with colleagues to develop strong proposals, cases for support and pitch materials, including engaging in depth with some of the complex research that we seek to fund.
- Represent the organisation externally — in meetings, networks and events.
Innovation, Growth and Sustainability
- Develop and test models to diversify income to enable impact – building on our current strategy, but bringing an open mind to exploring new activities.
- Embed fundraising monitoring, evaluation and performance reporting into the organisation; ensure transparency with senior leadership and trustees.
- Maintain close alignment between fundraising strategy and organisational strategy, ensuring funder relationships are ethical, values-aligned and sustainable.
About you:
We’re seeking someone who is ambitious, driven and emotionally intelligent — a relationship-builder ready to step into a senior leadership role and leave a legacy.
Essential
- A proven track record of securing significant income from trusts, foundations and/or corporate partners.
- Experience in managing complex relationships with funders, with excellent stewardship and retention skills.
- Experience of running reliable due diligence processes to assess funding opportunities.
- Able to translate research, policy or innovation-led programmes into compelling funding propositions.
- Excellent project management skills, including the capacity to coordinate colleagues in developing complex fundraising bids.
- Some experience of line management, team development or mentoring.
- Excellent written, verbal and influencing skills, able to engage funders, senior leaders and colleagues.
- Strategic mindset, with capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
- A genuine passion for the mission of the Money and Mental Health Policy Institute, and the empathy to engage with lived experience perspectives.
- Alignment with our collaborative and flexible working culture — able to work in a high-trust environment, collaborate openly with colleagues across multiple teams and contribute positively to team wellbeing and culture.
Desirable
- Experience of major donor fundraising, or exploring new income streams.
- Experience of reporting to a board, including of producing high level board papers and working with high profile stakeholders.
- Knowledge or networks within the essential services, health, research, policy or grant-giving sectors.
Terms:
- Reporting to: Chief Executive
- Staff supervised: One team member, who we hope you will be able to be involved in recruiting
- Annual Gross Salary: £64,800 (employees who are not London-based receive the same salary, including London weighting, but cover their own travel costs to the office, typically twice a month)
- Location: Either London-based, with two days per week in Money and Mental Health’s East London office, or home-based with the ability to travel to London at least twice per month. The role will also require some travel for meetings.
- Hours: Both full-time and part-time applicants considered, at a minimum of four days per week. Job shares, consolidated hours and other flexible working arrangements will be considered. Please indicate your preferred working hours on application.
- Contract type: Permanent
- Holidays: 28 days per year (including 3 days between Christmas and New Year when the office is closed), plus bank holidays
- Pension: Opportunity to be enrolled in the workplace pension scheme (subject to meeting standard auto-enrolment qualifying criteria). After enrolment, the charity contributes the equivalent of 5.5% of monthly gross salary, subject to an employee contribution of at least 2.5%.
- Other benefits:
- Every team member has a personal training budget, with many internal training opportunities.
- Cycle to Work and season ticket loan schemes.
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/parental leave terms, offered at an equal rate: employees eligible for statutory maternity/paternity/shared parental pay receive 90% of earnings for up to 12 weeks.
- Rental deposit loan scheme.
- A flexible working culture: core working hours are 10am–3pm, with flexibility outside these times (agreed with management) for employees to distribute working hours across the week.
Are you passionate about helping young people build brighter futures?
We’ve got a brilliant opportunity for you to join our team as a Trusts & Philanthropy Officer at Young Enterprise.
Who We Are
We’re Young Enterprise – a national charity with a bold mission: to give every young person the skills, confidence, and mindset to thrive in the changing world of work.
For over 60 years, we’ve empowered more than 7 million young people through hands-on enterprise and financial education programmes. Whether it’s launching a student business or learning how to manage money, we help young people develop key life skills—teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and resilience.
We’re a passionate, down-to-earth team of 90+ staff and 2,000+ volunteers who believe that every young person, regardless of background, deserves a fair start in life.
Why Join Us?
We think Young Enterprise is a great place to work—and we’re proud of our people-first culture. Here’s what you can expect:
- A friendly and supportive team where your voice is heard
- A strong commitment to diversity and inclusion—we want everyone to feel they belong
- Generous holiday allowance and flexible working
- Cycle-to-work scheme, life assurance, and NHS top-up plan
- Ongoing learning and mentoring opportunities
- A chance to directly impact the lives of young people every single day
About the role
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast moving, youth focused, charity and to play a vital role in securing income to support our youth activities – working with Trusts and Foundations predominantly, but with the opportunity to also build relationships with statutory funders and, in future, major donors.
We are looking for a proactive, organised individual to join Young Enterprise as part of our impactful and collaborative National Fundraising team. YE’s supportive yet driven environment places personal development at its core, to ensure team members thrive.
Working with the Senior Relationship Manager and the Philanthropy Team, you will contribute to an annual budget of £4.2m and raise income from Trusts and Foundations and small statutory income streams, utilising your income generating and communication skills. You will also undertake prospect research, as well as developing compelling project updates and reports to inspire supporters.
You’ll love this job if you are:
- Passionate about education, social mobility, and giving every young person a chance to shine
- Experienced in writing engaging applications and inspiring reports, with a meticulous eye for detail in this, as well as strong grant management and stewardship of supporters.
- Confident in your track record of generating income from Trust and Foundations, particularly securing income £10k upwards.
- Adept in building strong internal and external relationships, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. You’ll demonstrate a solution-focused attitude to problem-solving, monitoring the progress of funded projects in line with funder expectations.
- A tenacious self-starter with a can-do attitude, to enthuse existing and prospective supporters and to manage a varied workload of research, fundraising and grant management.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and happy working remotely but never alone—you’ll be part of a close-knit team
- A strong team player with the ability to balance and prioritise competing demands in a busy team, you will have excellent organisational skills.
- You’ll be proactive and innovative in your approach to prospecting for new supporters, qualifying them, and building a pipeline.
Key Responsibilities
- Income generation - to achieve or exceed agreed income targets, with a focus on securing donations from Trust and Foundations
- Grant management - working with internal colleagues to track funded projects’ progress against targets and taking action to course correct when necessary. Produce timely, engaging, and accessible project reports to inspire and build donor relationships
- Prospecting - research and qualify a pipeline of Trusts and Foundations and small statutory opportunities to progress and secure financial support for YE.
- Administration - effective administration across YE systems and platforms
- Donor stewardship - some travel required to support YE activities with young people in schools, donor visits to projects
A few practical things
- This is a hybrid role, requiring you to work from a YE office (London or Oxford) at least 8 times per month
- The role will involve travel to events, typically at schools, which take place during term time, however some evening working may also be required.
If this role appeals to you and you reflect what we are looking for, we’d love to hear from you! When you join us in building a successful and sustainable future for young people, you can expect all the recognition, support and rewards you need to grow and develop yourself.
Keeping Young People Safe
At Young Enterprise, safeguarding is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will receive ongoing safeguarding training throughout their employment and be expected to uphold excellent safeguarding practice at all times.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a cover letter (max 2 pages) telling us why you’re the right person for this role. Applications must be submitted by 23:30 on 12 December 2025. Please note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Interviews will be held via Teams and shortlisted candidates will be invited to be interviewed either on 16 or 17 December 2025. Please note, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.
Full details can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification.
At YE we are passionate and committed to keeping your data safe and secure. Full details can be found in the YE People’s Privacy Notice.
Join us – and help us give every young person the chance to thrive. Apply today!
We empower young people to discover, develop and celebrate their skills and potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Drive Growth. Build Partnerships. Empower Young People
Are you an ambitious, strategic leader with a passion for growth and innovation?
Do you thrive on developing partnerships that drive real social impact?
If so, this is a rare and exciting opportunity to join Young Enterprise (YE) as our first Director of Income and Development — a pivotal new leadership role shaping the future of our organisation.
Who We Are
We’re Young Enterprise, a national charity with a bold mission: to give every young person the opportunity to learn, to work, and to thrive.
For over 60 years, we’ve empowered more than 7 million young people with the skills, confidence, and enterprising mindset they need to succeed in life and work. Whether launching a student company, learning financial skills, or developing leadership and resilience, we help young people unlock their potential and build brighter futures.
We’re now entering a dynamic new chapter — and we’re looking for a confident, visionary leader to help us grow our income, strengthen partnerships, and expand our impact.
Why Join Us?
We’re proud of our people-first culture and the passionate, collaborative team behind our mission. Here’s what you can expect:
- A strategic, high-profile leadership role with the scope to shape national impact
- A creative, ambitious environment where new ideas are encouraged and celebrated
- Flexible hybrid working, generous holiday allowance, and wellbeing support
- A strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging
- The opportunity to build and lead growth that changes young people’s lives
- Being part of the global Junior Achievement Network, with peers in 140 countries worldwide and the opportunity to develop partnerships with global/multi-country funders
About the Role
This is a key senior position within our organisation — ideal for a strategic thinker with entrepreneurial flair and the drive to deliver transformational results.
As Director of Income & Development, you’ll lead our income generation strategy, securing and diversifying funding across corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, individual giving, and commercial ventures. You’ll be at the forefront of growing our resources and influence, ensuring we have the means to deliver our Transforming Futures Strategy.
You’ll:
- Develop and lead a forward-thinking income growth strategy, driving innovation and results
- Build new, high-value partnerships while nurturing long-term funder relationships
- Identify emerging opportunities and trends across the fundraising landscape
- Work closely with colleagues across programmes, impact, and operations to create fundable, evidence-led propositions
- Represent YE externally at senior levels, building visibility and credibility across sectors
It’s a role for someone who sees opportunity where others see challenge — and who can turn bold ideas into sustainable results.
You’ll Love This Job If You Are…
- An ambitious, strategic, results-driven leader with a track record of income growth
- A creative and entrepreneurial thinker, unafraid to innovate and challenge the status quo
- An exceptional relationship-builder, confident engaging at board and CEO level
- Experienced in securing six- and seven-figure partnerships across multiple income streams
- Skilled in translating data, insight, and impact into compelling investment cases
- Passionate about youth opportunity, education, and social impact
- Collaborative, resilient, and motivated by the power of teamwork and purpose
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Growth
- Develop and deliver an ambitious income generation strategy to grow and diversify funding.
- Lead with innovation, aligning income strategy to YE’s Transforming Futures vision.
Partnership Development
- Build and sustain high-value partnerships with corporates, trusts, and individuals.
- Champion best-in-class relationship management and stewardship.
Innovation & Market Insight
- Identify new funding models, trends, and opportunities across sectors.
- Position YE as a thought leader in enterprise and financial education.
Collaboration & Alignment
- Work closely with programme and impact teams to create compelling, fundable propositions.
- Actively contribute to the Senior Leadership Team and Board-level discussions.
Performance & Compliance
- Lead financial forecasting and income reporting, ensuring compliance and transparency.
Keeping Young People Safe
We are deeply committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check before starting and will receive ongoing safeguarding training throughout their employment and be expected to uphold excellent safeguarding practice at all times.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take on a strategic leadership role where your creativity, drive, and influence can transform young lives, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and instead of a traditional cover letter, please answer these three questions, using up to 250 words per answer. Please note, applications without answers to the three questions will not be considered. Interviews will be held either in person or via Teams, and may take place before the closing date. Applications must be received by 23:30 on 10 December 2025. First round interviews earmarked for 17 December 2025 at our office near Russell Square which will involve a presentation.
Questions (250 words max per answer)
1. Personal Contribution:
What are the top three strengths, skills, or experiences you bring to the Director of Income and Development role, and how will they help you grow Young Enterprise’s income, partnerships, and impact?
2. Vision and Ambition:
If appointed, what would you most want to achieve within your first 12 months in this role, and why are these priorities important to you and to Young Enterprise’s mission?
3. Motivation and Values:
Why does leading income generation and development at Young Enterprise matter to you personally? How does your motivation and approach align with our transforming Futures Strategy and our values of unlocking potential, one team, enterprising and resilient, and creating great impact?
Full details can be found in the Job Description.
At YE we are passionate and committed to keeping your data safe and secure. Full details can be found in the YE People’s Privacy Notice.
Lead Growth. Build Impact. Inspire Futures.
We empower young people to discover, develop and celebrate their skills and potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 per annum
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Reports to: Public Affairs Manager
Direct reports: None
Location: Harlow, Essex. Easily commutable from London Liverpool Street or Tottenham Hale Station. We offer a free minibus service to/from Harlow Town Train Station as well as free parking and EV charging on site.
Extra Information: Open to conversation on hybrid, flexible and compressed working arrangements.
About the role:
The Motability Foundation is seeking a proactive Public Affairs and Stakeholder Engagement professional to join the Communications team and help drive forward our public affairs and wider engagement activity.
Reflecting the current dynamic political environment, we are looking for a driven Executive to play a critical role in promoting and enhancing awareness of the Motability Foundation among key political stakeholders, as well as wider audiences across the disability sector, transport operators, and other relevant stakeholder groups.
What you will be doing:
- Supporting the implementation of public affairs activities aligned with the Motability Foundation’s vision and overall strategy.
- Amplifying the Motability Foundation’s voice in Parliament, across the devolved nations, by supporting political engagement work under the guidance of the Public Affairs Manager
- Monitoring the political, legislative and regulatory landscapes in relation to the work of the Motability Foundation and providing timely updates to relevant internal stakeholders.
- Providing updates on relevant political developments and drafting briefings for Governors, Directors, senior management and a variety of audiences across the organisation where appropriate.
- Supporting the delivery of a contact program with key stakeholders, raising awareness of the work of the Motability Foundation, supporting work to establish regular meetings for senior leaders and facilitating dialogue on issues relevant to our work.
- Working closely with colleagues across the Public Affairs and Policy functions to prepare materials to support our work to communicate policy positions and outputs to the external world.
- Building and maintaining external stakeholder relationships with key audiences, including disabled people’s organisations, disability charities, transport sector stakeholders, and wider industry bodies.
- Working with colleagues across Branding and Marketing to support the creation of written literature for key audiences to communicate the impact of the Foundation’s work.
Your experience:
Must haves
- Solid grasp of parliamentary processes in Westminster and the Devolved Nations, and familiarity with wider Parliamentary functions and vehicles – e.g. All Party Parliamentary and Cross-Party Groups.
- Prior experience of working in public affairs or similar field.
- Experience of regular political monitoring and familiarity with utilising political monitoring services - i.e. DeHavilland, Polimonitor or similar.
- Ability to advance projects independently with appropriate support from senior team members, while contributing effectively to team efforts.
- Experience of producing briefing notes for stakeholder meetings and updating on policy developments for a variety of audiences.
- Comfortable drafting written communications designed for political audiences – i.e. emails, letters, briefing notes.
- Ability to proactively identify opportunities to influence policy and shape political activity.
- Strong communication skills, with an ability to grasp complex issues quickly and share information in an accessible way to a variety of audiences.
- Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders in Government, industry, and other charities and foundations, particularly via written communications.
- Highly IT literate with extensive experience of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
Nice to haves:
- Understanding of key disability and transport issues, such as the social model of disability, inclusive micro mobility, or the transition to electric vehicles.
- Experience of supporting the delivery of pre-election engagement and post-election political outreach activity to political stakeholders.
- Prior experience in working with third sector stakeholders.
If you’re interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience, we'd still encourage you to apply.
We are building a future where all disabled people have the transport options to make the journeys they choose.
Lead. Inspire. Transform Futures Across Scotland
Are you a visionary leader who thrives on building influence, driving growth, and shaping strategy?
Do you believe every young person deserves the skills, confidence, and opportunities to build a brighter future?
If so, this is your chance to play a defining role in one of the UK’s most established youth charities — as Director for Scotland at Young Enterprise.
Who We Are
We’re Young Enterprise (YE) — a national charity with a bold mission: to give every young person the opportunity to learn, to work, and to thrive.
For more than 60 years, we’ve equipped over 7 million young people with the skills, confidence, and entrepreneurial mindset they need for life and work. Whether it’s running a student company, learning financial literacy, or discovering their potential, we’re here to help young people turn possibilities into reality.
Now, as we integrate Young Enterprise Scotland into our national organisation, we’re entering an exciting new era — one focused on growth, innovation, and deeper impact across Scotland.
Why Join Us?
At YE, we believe great work happens when people feel inspired, trusted, and supported. As part of our senior leadership team, you’ll enjoy:
- A values-driven culture where collaboration and creativity thrive
- The chance to shape national strategy and lead a new chapter for YE in Scotland
- Hybrid working with flexibility to suit your lifestyle
- Generous benefits including 7% pension, life assurance, and wellbeing support
- Opportunities to engage with leaders across business, education, and government
- The satisfaction of knowing your work helps thousands of young people build their futures
- Being part of the global Junior Achievement Network, with peers in 140 countries worldwide
About the role
This is a rare opportunity to make your mark at a pivotal moment in our story.
As Director for Scotland, you’ll lead Young Enterprise’s work north of the border — setting direction, shaping partnerships, and driving growth during a transformative period.
You’ll:
- Provide strategic leadership, aligning Scotland’s priorities with YE’s UK-wide mission
- Secure sustainable funding to enable long-term growth and innovation
- Strengthen YE’s presence and credibility in Scotland’s enterprise, education, and employability sectors
- Build powerful partnerships across government, business, and education
- Lead and support a talented Scottish team, nurturing collaboration and excellence
- Represent YE as a senior ambassador, championing young people’s potential across the nation
This role is both strategic and hands-on. You’ll be at the heart of national conversations on youth opportunity while ensuring our programmes deliver measurable impact for young people in every community we serve.
You’ll Love This Job If You Are…
- An ambitious, confident and credible leader with experience influencing at senior levels
- A natural relationship-builder who thrives on connecting people and ideas
- Skilled in income generation, partnership development, and stakeholder engagement
- Strategic yet practical — able to turn vision into results
- Energised by growth, transformation, and leading through change
- Passionate about youth empowerment, enterprise, and social mobility
- Collaborative and authentic — a leader who inspires trust and motivates teams
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Growth
- Lead YE’s strategic direction in Scotland, ensuring alignment with the Transforming Futures strategy
- Build YE’s visibility, credibility, and influence within Scotland’s enterprise and education landscape
Income Generation & Partnerships
- Strengthen existing funder relationships and develop new funding opportunities
- Create compelling propositions that reflect Scotland’s priorities in education, employability, and enterprise
Stakeholder Engagement
- Represent YE at senior forums and networks across Scotland
- Lead the Scotland Advisory Group, harnessing its expertise and advocacy
Leadership & Culture
- Empower the Scotland team through strong leadership, collaboration, and shared purpose
- Foster an inclusive, positive, and high-performing culture
Impact & Performance
- Ensure delivery is evidence-led, measurable, and impactful for young people
- Report regularly to the CEO and Board on performance, impact, and growth
Keeping Young People Safe
We are deeply committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will undergo a PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) check prior to starting and will receive ongoing safeguarding training throughout their employment and be expected to uphold excellent safeguarding practice at all times.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to lead the next chapter of Young Enterprise in Scotland — driving growth, influence, and opportunity for young people — we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and instead of a traditional cover letter, please answer these three questions, using up to 250 words per answer. Please note that applications without the answers to the three questions will not be considered. Applications must be received by 23:30 on 27 November 2025. Interviews will be held either in person, we have earmarked interviews on 3 and 4 December 2025 in Glasgow with Sarah Porretta, CEO. Successful candidates will be notified by COB 1 December 2025.
Questions (250 words max per answer)
1. Personal Contribution:
What are the top three strengths, skills, or experiences you bring to the Director for Scotland role, and how will they help you make an impact at Young Enterprise?
2. Vision and Ambition:
If appointed, what would you most want to achieve within your first 12 months in the role, and why are these priorities important to you and to Young Enterprise?
3. Motivation and Values:
Why does leading Young Enterprise in Scotland matter to you personally? How does your motivation and approach align with our mission and ambition for YE in Scotland?
Full details can be found in the Job Description.
At YE we are passionate and committed to keeping your data safe and secure. Full details can be found in the YE People’s Privacy Notice.
Join Us. Lead the Change. Shape the Future.
We empower young people to discover, develop and celebrate their skills and potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Head of Programme Delivery provides leadership for The Diana Award’s Programmes team, ensuring the effective design and delivery of a high-quality, impactful portfolio of programmes. As the strategic and operational lead for programme delivery, the postholder will oversee performance, budgets, and quality standards, ensuring all activity aligns with organisational goals, funding commitments, and The Diana Award’s Theory of Change. They will lead and develop a team of Programme Managers, drive continuous improvement and innovation, and play a key role in shaping new programmes and partnerships. Working closely with the Director of Programmes & Partnerships, the role ensures TDA consistently delivers excellence for young people and partners.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Programme Leadership & Partnership Management
- Lead the delivery of core programmes and our international award, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy, funding commitments, KPIs, and quality standards.
- Oversee programme planning, scheduling, logistics, and budget management with Programme Managers.
- Monitor delivery performance and budgets, ensuring effective processes and accurate reporting to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
- Ensure all programme activities meet agreed funding KPIs and deliverables.
- Work across the organisation, including closely with the Marketing & Communications team, to support effective delivery of programmes and partnerships.
- Support the Director of Programmes & Partnerships in developing and implementing a partnership strategy, cultivating new relationships to strengthen programme funding and delivery.
Programme Design & Impact
- Contribute to the design and continuous improvement of The Diana Award’s programmes and new initiatives, ensuring high quality and relevance.
- Provide thought leadership on effective youth interventions, embedding evidence and sector insights into delivery practice.
- Oversee development of programmes in line with The Diana Award’s Theory of Change, mission and vision.
- Oversee programme development that meaningfully and inclusively engages young people in design, delivery, and evaluation, in alignment with the The Diana Award’s Youth Charter and Youth Voice Strategy.
Leadership & Representation
- Lead and manage the programmes team, ensuring strong performance, accountability, and quality across all delivery.
- Actively participate in programme strategy and coordinate meetings within the directorate.
- Represent The Diana Award with donors, partners, and external stakeholders, promoting strong relationships and the organisation’s profile.
- Work closely with Marketing and Communications, Operations, and other internal teams to ensure smooth programme delivery, including coordinating logistics, communications, storytelling, and reporting requirements.
- Oversee young people’s involvement in external and internal events, ensuring participation is in line with safeguarding practices and The Diana Award’s Youth Charter principles.
- Undertake site visits to monitor quality, capture learning, and ensure delivery reflects programme standards.
People Management & Safeguarding
- Supervise and support direct reports, setting clear objectives, providing regular feedback, and fostering a positive, high-performing team culture.
- Promote staff wellbeing and model healthy work–life balance practices.
- Act as a Designated Safeguarding Lead, embedding best practice and ensuring robust safeguarding-by-design across all programme activities
- Work with the Director of Operations to maintain strong safeguarding systems and contribute to the Safeguarding Committee.
Grant & Partnership Management
- Oversee programme and grant management processes, including budget creation and donor compliance, in collaboration with Fundraising and Operations teams.
- Support the development of funding proposals and donor reports, ensuring accurate data collection and impact reporting.
- Maintain positive relationships with delivery partners and funders to ensure strong, transparent collaboration.
- Provide clear, timely, and accurate monitoring, evaluation, and reporting to funders and stakeholders, demonstrating impact, accountability, and progress KPIs.
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Essential
- Significant experience leading complex programmes from design to delivery within youth, education, or employability settings.
- Proven experience in leading and motivating teams delivering a portfolio of programmes
- Track record of delivering multiple programmes to time, budget and quality.
- Experience designing and refining programmes & processes based on evidence, evaluation, and youth voice.
- Knowledge of impact measurement and management in youth or education contexts.
- Strong partnership management skills, with experience working with funders and partners to deliver impact for young people.
- Ability to represent the organisation externally, build credibility, and influence senior stakeholders.
- Understanding of inclusive and accessible design for engaging diverse young people.
- Commitment to staff wellbeing, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Experience of contributing to fundraising bids.
- Experience of managing and overseeing budgets as well as budget reporting to SLT level.
- Confident using CRM or programme management systems to track delivery and outcomes.
- Strong working knowledge of safeguarding in youth settings, including risk management and escalation processes.
Desirable:
- Experience of the Theory of Change process.
- Experience of creating monitoring, evaluation and learning frameworks.
- Knowledge of school charging structures.
- Management of youth boards.
- Experience of managing programmes on Salesforce.
- Experience as a Safeguarding Lead.
- Understanding and knowledge of an international landscape.
- Understanding and knowledge of Social Action.
Personal qualities:
- Proactive, adaptable, and solution focused.
- Collaborative and effective at building relationships.
- Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Organised, reliable, and detail oriented.
- Committed to equity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
OUR ORGANISATION
- The Diana Award is committed to anti-racism, social justice and building and developing a workforce which reflects the diversity of the young people we support. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer that values and respects the people who work for us. We seek to ensure all job applications are treated fairly, with respect and without bias.
- We positively encourage applications from suitably experienced candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
- Every staff member has their own personal training and development budget, ability to work flexibly around core hours, access to our employee assistance programme 24/7, wellbeing initiatives, opportunities to connect, collaborate and celebrate with colleagues both in person and online, and much more.
- We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all. This is a responsibility that is shared by all members of staff the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS or equivalent police check.
APPLICATION DETAILS
Application deadline: Sunday 30 November at 10:00pm.
1st Stage Interviews: 05 December & 08 December online
2nd Stage Interviews: 11 December & 12 December in-person
Please reach out if you require any support with the application process or have questions about the role or the process.
Good luck with your application!
Join our Team!
We are entering an exciting period of change to transform understanding of Crohn's and Colitis across society, increase our reach and, ultimately, work towards a cure for the conditions.
We have an exciting new opportunity to join us as our Head of Communications and be a driving force in making that shift by creatively leading strategic communications and campaigns.
You will also play an important role by working with an external agency on the development of a new legacy proposition and supporting materials, as well as working on internal legacy promotions and staff training.
In this role you will lead our media, social media, campaigns and engagement functions, as well as project teams across the charity. You'll grow our engagement with diverse audiences and support them to take action towards ambitious campaign goals.
Full details of the job description and person specification are found in our Recruitment pack for download below.
About you
We are looking for an experienced, creative and driven communications leader who will be committed to improving the lives of people affected by Crohn's and Colitis.... could this be you? Are you:
- experienced in leading multidisciplinary campaigns that delivered ambitious results?
- an effective coach with experience of building high performing teams?
- seasoned in driving media relations to deliver results?
- a calm and experienced leader, demonstrating sound judgement even with the pressure is on?
- adaptable to the ever changing trends in communication, embracing them as opportunities to innovate and strengthen engagement?
- aware of social media and campaigning tools to amplify the community voice in communications?
If this sounds like you then we would love to hear from you.
Our location
We are based in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, so we are easily accessible by road and rail. In this role there is plenty of scope for working from home, although there will be occasions when you will need to attend directorate days and face to face meetings. In addition, the charity meets four times a year at the office in Hatfield for our mandatory 'All Staff Together' days.
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day per year up to 30 days
- Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme
- Flexible working options
- Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Wellbeing programme
- Interest free loan for season tickets
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking and secure bike locks
- Training and development financial support and/or study leave
- Performance review and development scheme
Please submit a CV and supporting statement outlining why you’d like to apply, how you fulfil the person specification, and what you feel you will bring to the role, so you’ll need to refer to the Recruitment Pack found on our website.
Closing date: Monday 17 November, 9am.
Interviews will take place via Teams on 24 November 2025.
Please note: no applications will move forward within the recruiting process without a supporting statement.
We are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunities to all regardless of an individual’s age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
We are not a licensed sponsor at this time.
We break taboos, drive pioneering research, bring people together & campaign to improve lives. We are leading the fight against Crohn's & Colitis
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Help us tackle health inequalities and support people excluded from care.
You’ll coordinate and deliver DOTW’s (London-based) outreach clinics and national advice line, guiding volunteers and ensuring compassionate, high-quality services for people facing destitution, violence, trafficking, or homelessness.
We’re looking for someone with excellent coordination and advocacy skills, emotional resilience, and experience supporting vulnerable groups. You’ll lead with empathy, think on your feet, and keep service users’ safety and dignity at the heart of everything you do.
We offer clinical supervision, wellbeing support, and training in trauma-informed and safeguarding practice.
We warmly welcome applicants with lived experience of migration, homelessness, or exclusion from health services.
We work tirelessly to empower excluded people to access healthcare.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Barnet
Salary:Unqualified: £28,255 - £29,913 per annum
Qualified: £29,923 - £32,623 per annum (with an accredited VAWG /domestic abuse qualification)
(Please note that applicants are usually appointed at the bottom of the relevant band)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Fixed Term Contract (Until 31st March 2027)
Closing Date: Thursday 27th November 2025
Closing Time: 00:00am
Are you looking for a rewarding role working for an intersectional feminist organisation? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our team as an Refuge Case Worker at Solace Women's Aid.
You will be joining a team of committed and inspiring individuals whose dedication has saved the lives of thousands of women, men and children in the capital. We are looking for friendly and diligent individuals to join our services and help us make a difference.
Our core values reflect our history and were developed in consultation with staff and service users. Feminism and intersectionality are key to our work and we are committed to the principles of being survivor-led, trauma-informed, empowering, diverse, anti-racist and anti-discriminatory.
About the Service
Barnet Refuge Service provide emergency accommodation to women and children fleeing domestic abuse and sexual violence. Refuge Case Workers provide emotional and practical support this can include housing support, legal options, reporting to the police, help around child contact, benefits, financial advice and accessing therapeutic support services.
About the Role
You will provide advice and support to women who have experienced domestic abuse in a refuge setting working across two sites. You will carry out risk and needs assessments, develop support plans and carry out key work with women survivors. You should have a minimum of two years’ experience of working with this or a similar client group. An in depth understanding of the needs of women and children from a diverse background is essential.
About You
The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of domestic abuse and its impact on women and their children, as well as experience of providing emotional and practical support to victims of domestic and sexual violence.
You will have experience of managing risk and following case management procedures to meet the needs of the client group, and the ability to work with women to help them to understand their needs, risk assess, develop safety plan and support them in linking with other agencies.
You will have a working knowledge of the available legal remedies, housing and welfare benefits, as well as experience of providing workshops.
In addition to case management you will be required to undertake housing management responsibilities including health and safety and maintenance of the refuges. You will have excellent administrative and time management skills.
What we can offer you
We provide a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees, including:
- Flexible working
- Focus on learning and development (internal career progression and training)
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Employer pension contribution
- Family-friendly leave and enhanced maternity pay
- Access to Inclusion Networks
- Daily clinical debriefing
- Employee Assistance Programme providing free 24/7 support and advice
- Employee Benefits Platform offering staff discounts, benefits and savings
- Flow & Restore yoga classes
- Meditation sessions
- Cycle to Work Scheme
How to apply
When applying for this role, kindly highlight in your Supporting Statement how your values, knowledge, transferrable skills, and experience align with each point within the following sections of the Job Profile Document:
- Values, Behaviours & Competencies
- Knowledge, Experience and Skills
Solace Women's Aid values diversity, promotes equity, and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, abilities, perspectives, and lived experiences. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay, and benefits. Our Inclusion Networks support staff with protected characteristics and offer inclusive spaces to connect.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments as needed and support employees who acquire a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.
This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
As part of safer recruitment practices, we carry out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and right to work in the UK checks.
No agencies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Location: Harlow, Essex. Easily commutable from London Liverpool Street or Tottenham Hale Station. We offer a free minibus service to/from Harlow Town Train Station as well as free parking and EV charging on site.
Extra Information: Full time office based role, after an initial period a minimum of 3 days per week in the office. Open to conversation on flexible and compressed working arrangements.
About the role:
You will act as subject matter expert to deliver a best-in-class business planning and budgeting process that leads us into delivering on our strategic plan.
You will be ensuring that management reporting and financial management tools are fit for purpose, contributing to cross-functional performance improvement and embedding a culture of continuous improvement and best value for the organisation. Engaging with Budget Holders and other stakeholders as a strategic partner to develop and maintain a consistent business partnering agenda through the year, providing financial insights that support high level decision making.
You will deliver and clearly communicate budgets, forecasts and periodic reporting using expert analysis to highlight variances and identify improvement opportunities. Once our analytics are in place, you will drive a large development agenda evaluating our impact measures and supporting incremental investment decisions between individual charitable programmes, and between charitable programmes and social investments and financial returns.
What you will be doing:
Budgeting and Forecast
- Deliver a collaborative annual planning and budgeting process that ensures delivery of the business and financial strategy and re-forecasts as required.
Accounting and Performance Management:
- Produce monthly and quarterly management accounts to deadlines for review by the Head of Finance / CFO, identifying key variances and issues affecting financial performance, whilst looking for improvement opportunities.
- To deliver a periodic reporting process that is timely and accurate, engaging with heads of departments (budget holders) to build on and develop existing reporting.
- To contribute to the preparation of the Annual Report and Accounts and associated audit processes.
- To develop and deliver a suite of financial performance metrics in line with best practice. This will include development of cost allocation methodologies and balanced scorecard elements aligned to strategic reporting.
Financial Planning and Analysis
- Support the preparation of financial forecasts and scenario modelling.
- Engage with the Head of Finance and CFO to deliver a shared understanding of future incomes and expenditure and to introduce planning methods to rapidly flex the organisation to meet the uncertainties in such forecasts.
- Providing financial insights to support the preparation of business cases within the organisation for capital and revenue initiatives.
Financial Analysis
- To provide analysis of income, charitable expenditure, support, governance and other costs with meaningful commentary and trend analysis.
- Provide Motability with high quality data analytics and reporting that drive evidence-based decision making to maximise impact and value for money.
- Support any shift in operating model, so that Motability maintains clear sight of its impact and value for money.
- Support Motability in maintaining and improving an open and high performing culture focused on beneficiaries and the difference Motability can make for them.
Payroll:
- To contribute to the preparation and review of the monthly payroll, including starters and leavers, and statutory returns.
- To contribute to headcount and employment cost projections and modelling.
Your experience:
Must haves:
- Recognised CCAB Accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
- Periodic reporting, budget and forecast preparation with variance analysis and commentary.
- Delivering a successful business partnering agenda for budget holders and non-finance staff with the ability to communicate key financial messages and influence management action.
- Some experience, or understanding, of Microsoft Power BI and Microsoft Fabric, with the ability to build dashboards, manage certified datasets, and contribute to governed reporting environments.
- Sage 200 accounting package experience.
- Microsoft Excel – intermediate to advanced level.
- Able to work confidently with a range of senior stakeholders on operational and financial data to arrive at measures of impact whilst also able to support a new manager with their first budget.
- A collaborative working style, contributing to a cultureof active learning andcontinuous improvement.
Nice to haves:
- Experience of charity fund accounting, grant accounting, partnerships and allocation mechanisms.
- Some exposure to value for money and impact studies.
- Preparation of financial business cases.
- Has experience of one or more ERP / ERM systems.
If you’re interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience, we'd still encourage you to apply.
We are building a future where all disabled people have the transport options to make the journeys they choose.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Shooting Star Children’s Hospices
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Events Manager to join our Care Team at Shooting Star Children’s Hospices.
Shooting Star Children’s Hospices provides specialist care and support to families who have a baby, child or young person with a life-limiting condition, or whose child has died. Rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission, we support families across Surrey, north-west London and south-west London from diagnosis to end of life and throughout bereavement with a range of nursing, practical, emotional and medical care.
Our Care Events Team provide an extensive programme of groups and events for the 800 life-limited children, their families and bereaved families. There are themed family events, social groups for siblings of different ages, pamper days for mums, counselling groups, bereavement café, memorial days and many festive events such as ice-skating at Hampton Court. Taking place at our hospices and in the communities we serve, there are 5-6 events each week, offering important opportunities for families to make memories together.
About the role
The Care Events Manager is responsible for the delivery and oversight of the annual programme of events. The Care Event Manager leads the Care Events Team, including an Events Assistant, Events Management Intern, Counsellor and care events volunteers, and working with family support workers, children’s therapists and counsellors to deliver an incredible programme of creative and inclusive experiences. The Care Events Manager works alongside the Lead Therapist and Lead Counsellor to ensure that family support at Shooting Star Children’s Hospices is everything the children and families need it to be.
At a weekly meeting, the team are made aware of children and family members who are struggling and think together about where they might benefit from the opportunity to spend time with others who share similar experiences or receive group therapy. Utilising professional events management skills, each event is planned meticulously to be a safe and inviting space. Providing this opportunity for families is integral to their mental wellbeing.
About you
This role requires an individual with professional events management experience, with a proven track record of executing high-profile and bespoke events. The individual should have skills in marketing, events administration and able to create events for families from diverse backgrounds. Excellent project management skills are required to keep the fast-paced programme on track, alongside diligence in health and safety. Leadership and management expertise enable the team to thrive, so that we can provide outstanding support to families. The Care Events Manager should be a compassionate and caring individual, sensitive to the needs of families at Shooting Star, with the emotional resilience to work with families who are experiencing grief and trauma. This is a unique opportunity for an events manager to utilise their skillset to make a huge difference to the families that we support.
Once or twice a month the Care Events Manager is expected to work on a Saturday or Sunday (time is given back during the week). The Care Events Manager will be working predominantly from either of our hospice sites (Guildford and Hampton) so they’re able to interact with the wider team. There may be one day a week when the Care Events Manager is able to work from home, however this isn’t every week.
Please see the attached job description for more information about this opportunity.
What we offer
In return you will receive a competitive salary along with a range of benefits, which include:
Pension scheme
• NHS Pension Scheme (for eligible employees) or our stakeholder pension scheme, with up to 7% employer contributions
Annual leave
• 27 days plus Bank Holidays rising with length of service
• 2 weeks paid sabbatical leave after 5, 10 and 15 years’ service
Contractual benefits
• Generous sick pay scheme
• Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave pay
• Flexible working arrangements
• Death in service benefits
• Reimbursed professional membership fees
• Eye care
• Employee referral scheme
• Blue Light discount card
Health and wellbeing
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health
• Mindfulness sessions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Nutritionally balanced meals at Christopher’s (free for employees) and free fruit at our Hampton site
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Also, we are committed to equal opportunities and consider all applicants to be in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Employment is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and a DBS check.
In addition, an enhanced disclosure will be required for this role. Our recruitment checks, induction and ongoing support and supervision reflect our commitment to safeguarding the families we support and consider all applicants in line with the Rehabilitation of Offender Act 1974.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Shooting Star Children’s Hospice is committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that getting things right is critical for us to live our organisation’s values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.
We are always trying to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equal. Our vision is for Shooting Star Children’s Hospice to be a place where people of all backgrounds, groups and communities feel welcomed to work and volunteer.
To apply please complete our online application and send a statement outlining how your skills and experience meets the criteria set out in the person specification.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a rare opportunity to shape how millions engage with one of the world’s most iconic theatres both in London and across the globe and ensure our audience is central in decision making across the entire organisation.
As Deputy Director of Audiences, you will play a pivotal role in defining and delivering our ambitious audience strategy, with a strong focus on engaging people under 35 and expanding our reach through a bold, innovative digital content programme.
You will lead the charge in:
• Bringing the Globe to audiences everywhere through compelling storytelling, and impactful data.
• Creating a vibrant, inclusive and inspiring welcome to everyone who interacts with our work.
• Elevating our profile nationally and internationally, with coverage that deepens our global presence.
• Develop our offer to cultural tourists visiting our iconic venue.
• Work with the Director of Audiences to unlock new opportunities, from creative brand partnerships to major commercial ventures - both onsite, offsite, and online.
Your portfolio will span every touchpoint of the Globe’s audience experience. You will oversee and inspire teams across visitor and online experience, ticketing, retail, digital engagement, brand and design, marketing, data and insight, press and media relations, and external affairs. Together, you will create seamless, memorable, and transformative experiences for every visitor, viewer, and digital participant.
We are looking for a leader who combines a love of collaboration among teams with operational excellence - someone with the creativity to innovate, the rigour to deliver, and the influence to inspire. This role is about shaping how the Globe is seen, felt, and experienced by the world. If you are ready to bring ambition, insight, and imagination to one of the most exciting cultural organisations in the world, we would love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Looking to work as a dedicated Grants Officer, in a small dynamic team? This exciting opportunity plays a key role in supporting environmental and community initiatives across the country.
Grants Officer at Veolia Environmental Trust
Salary: £26,200 plus pension and benefits
Location: Hybrid - Cannock office (minimum 2 days per week) with home working flexibility
When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.
We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.
What we can offer you:
-
Access to our company pension scheme
-
Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
-
Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
-
24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
-
One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
-
Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
-
Modern office facilities with electric car charging, free gym, and subsidised canteen
What you'll be doing:
Join our mission to support community and environmental projects that make a real difference. The Veolia Environmental Trust is an independent grant-making charity that distributes Landfill Communities Fund monies across England.
As a dedicated Grants Officer, you'll join our small, dynamic team in an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting environmental initiatives across the country while developing your career in the grants and charitable sector.
Reporting to the Head of Grants, you'll work with a diverse range of stakeholders including applicants, beneficiaries, regulators, and sector peers.
-
Manage the full grants lifecycle of projects from application to completion, including compliance monitoring and occasional site visits
-
Manage grant claims, including checking evidence of expenditure and project budgets
-
Deliver excellent customer service through professional handling of enquiries
-
Build positive relationships with applicants, providing guidance and support throughout the application and live grants processes
-
Process and evaluate funding applications, ensuring fair and thorough assessment against our criteria
-
Assist with Board meeting arrangements, minute taking and other administrative duties
-
Support Trustee meetings and contribute to strategic discussions about our funding priorities
-
Help develop communications materials and guidance to support potential applicants
What we're looking for:
Essential:
-
A values-driven and ethical approach to work, with a strong commitment to improving the environment and community wellbeing
-
Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to quickly understand complex information
-
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
-
A positive, proactive approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of our close-knit team
Desirable:
-
Experience of assessing financial information (e.g. invoices, quotes, tenders etc)
-
Experience in grant making or the charitable sector
-
Digital skills, including familiarity with AI tools such as ChatGPT
-
Current driving licence
While relevant experience is desirable, we welcome applications from candidates at all career stages and with different life experiences as full training will be provided to the successful candidate.
To apply, please follow the recruiter link sending your CV and covering letter (no more than 2 sides of A4) explaining why you're passionate about environmental grant making and how your skills align with this role.
What's next?
Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.
We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.
We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.
We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Who are we?
St Andrew’s Hospice is a registered charity providing specialist palliative care for patients with life-limiting conditions, which require complex symptom management, and/or end-of-life care. It is Lanarkshire's specialist hospice and provides multidisciplinary support for patients, their families and carers. The service is provided completely free of charge for the adult population of North and South Lanarkshire and is open to all without distinction of race, gender or creed.
The Hospice values represent our core beliefs and act as our guiding principles at the very heart of all that we do. Our values are; Human Dignity, Compassion, Justice, Advocacy and Quality.
What is the role?
Would you like to make a difference for patients with life limiting illnesses and their families? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enterprising and enthusiastic person to join our Community & Events Fundraising Team. Are you someone who has a track-record of generating income, an engaging personality with a passion for fundraising? If so, we would love to hear from you!
The post holder will have responsibility for arranging and maximising income from fundraising events to meet budget requirements, community fundraising/third party activities, challenge events, as well as initiating and growing new supporter relationships.
The role will also involve meeting supporters, attending cheque presentations and delivering talks to various community groups and organisations, to further promote the work of the Hospice and seek to engage and inspire new donors.
What we expect of you?
· Experience in fundraising, events or sales
· Experience in co-ordinating events, meeting and exceeding income targets (four figures and above)
· Relish the challenge of maximising income to provide care for people in the communities we serve
· It is important that you have well developed customer services skills
· The ability to creatively recruit supporters
What you can expect from us?
We recognise that to continue to provide excellent care and services to patients and families, we need an amazing team around us. In order to attract, retain and reward our people, our benefits include:
· A warm and supportive working environment
· Competitive Salaries
· Unsocial Hours Payments (where relevant to role)
· Generous Annual Leave Entitlement
· Induction Programme
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Counselling Services
· Occupational Health
· Contributory Pension Scheme
· Flexible Working Practices
· Ongoing Learning & development opportunities
· NHS Staff Benefits Scheme
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As the Director of People & Culture, you will lead the People Directorate teams of HR, Education & Reception, as well as supporting the organisation through significant organisational change as we launch our 2025 - 30 strategy.
You will contribute as a member of the Senior Management Team to the corporate management of the
Hospice and to decision-making processes to enable effective day-to-day management of the Hospice. This role will play a role in driving culture development, change and improvement, translating the charity’s strategy into HR plans to be designed and executed.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week; Hybrid role - up to 2 days from home.
Annual Leave: 27 days + Bank holidays.
Key Responsibilities - Strategic Leadership
- Provide guidance and challenge at executive leadership team level to ensure that the organisational design and resources are aligned to the efficient delivery of objectives
- Provide assurance to the Board of Trustees that St Joseph’s is fully compliant in how we manage our people, representing the senior Management Team on the HR Subcommittee, Remuneration Committee and attending Board meetings
- Support and lead on development and implementation of key organisational change initiatives
- Translate our organisational strategy into multi-year HR operational plans with enhanced reporting and analytics capabilities to support senior leadership in making more evidence-based decisions
- With the other SMT members, contribute to and take responsibility for maintenance of the organisational risk register
Further information about the role, and our excellent benefits, can be found in the Vacancy Information Pack.
To apply, please visit our website via the apply button.
Closing date: 30 November 2025




