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Make a Real Difference Through Volunteer Management

New Role: Volunteering Development Officer (Part-Time, 20 hrs/week)
Salary: £18,481.60 (pro-rated from £34,653 FTE)
Location: Hybrid – Cheadle & home-based with travel across Greater Manchester
Hours: 20 per week (occasional evenings/weekends to cover events)
Reports to: Head of Workforce Analytics & Operations

Are you a clear, confident communicator who can engage a variety of audiences — from volunteers to internal teams — both in person and online?
 Do you enjoy motivating and inspiring others to achieve shared goals?
 Can you manage complex relationships with professionalism and positivity?
 Are you highly organised, with excellent time management and the ability to prioritise and collaborate effectively?

If so, you could be the person we’re looking for.

We’re excited to offer a brand-new opportunity for a Volunteering Development Officer to lead the way in delivering an exceptional volunteer experience across Together Trust. You’ll ensure every volunteer feels valued and supported — and that their work makes a lasting, meaningful impact for the people we support.

At Together Trust, we believe in the power of volunteering to change lives – for both our volunteers and the people we support. Together we make a difference. We develop and learn, and we support each other. Every day with us is different, but our mission remains the same: to champion the rights, needs and ambitions of the people we support – they are at the heart of everything we do. We stand by them, and we work together for change.

The Together Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people that we support and expects all of our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

 What You’ll Do:

• Lead on delivering our Volunteering Strategy and action plans
• Act as the central point of contact for all volunteering across the Trust
• Design and coordinate inclusive recruitment campaigns
• Support services in developing meaningful, co-designed volunteer roles
• Drive volunteer recognition and retention initiatives
• Ensure best practice in Safer Recruitment and induction
• Analyse volunteering data to inform improvements
• Champion equity, diversity and inclusion within the volunteer workforce

What We’re Looking For:

• A relevant qualification (NVQ Level 3 in Management or equivalent).
• Significant experience in recruiting, training, and supporting volunteers — including hard-to-fill roles.
• Strong knowledge of Safer Recruitment practices and volunteer management systems (or HR equivalents).
• A successful track record of delivering complex volunteer projects to deadlines.
• Experience working in the charity sector, with a solid understanding of volunteer leadership, recruitment, and retention challenges.
• Confidence in using data to analyse trends and improve volunteer engagement.
• Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, including data protection.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong IT literacy.
• Ability to travel efficiently and effectively across the Together Trust footprint (Cheadle, Stockport, Openshaw, Worsley & Bolton).

 Benefits

• Annual Leave 27-day holiday plus 8 days bank holidays rising to 30 after 5 years, 33 days after 10 years.
• Generous pension scheme and death in service benefit, up to 7% company pension contributions and up to 6 x basis salary death in service 
• Occupational sick pay and family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive leave.
• Reward and Discount platform offering discounts at high street shops, travel, insurances etc.
• Eligibility to apply for Blue Light card
• Proud to be a real living wage employer
• Refer a friend scheme, be rewarded for recommending a friend to work with us
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities, including apprenticeship qualifications
• Long service awards including cash gifts and extra holiday.
• Promotion of Wellbeing across the organisation including Mental Health First Aiders offering wellbeing support from trained colleague and free weekly yoga session in person or online
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for you and adults at your home.

At Together Trust, you'll join a passionate and supportive team, working in a flexible environment where you can shape meaningful volunteer experiences and make a lasting difference.

Alongside an incredible team of like-minded peers, you’ll be working behind-the-scenes to support our staff, volunteers, families, and supporters. You will be helping our work happen across the charity; enabling us to care for and champion the rights, needs and ambitions of the people we support.

If you're committed to Positive, Passionate, Professional, and Supportive values, we’d love to hear from you.

Want to know more? View the full Job Description on our website and apply today!

This advertisement may be withdrawn if we identify suitable candidates before the closing date; early applications are encouraged.

 Applications are very welcome from all regardless of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief, race, sex, sexual orientation, trans status or socio-economic background. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments for disabled people. We positively encourage applications from those with lived experience. 

If there is any part of your lived experience you want to keep confidential in some way please talk to the Recruitment or HR shared service teams and we will do what we can to support you.

Safeguarding checks will be undertaken for the successful candidate in line with our safer recruitment policy, including an Enhanced DBS check (at no cost to yourself).

This role will involve regulated activity.

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
Manages: Business Development Executive
Salary range: £38,251 – £47,940 per annum, depending on experience
Location: London – EC4Y 8EE (Hybrid)
Contract: Permanent, full-time (31.5 hours over 5 days)

Job Purpose

Our Business Development Manager is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on creating and improving relationships, expanding a product portfolio, and working across an organisation to drive impact. This role has a wide remit which covers our existing products as well as identifying new income streams.

You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering a business development plan that maximises income streams, supports improvements in patient care, and strengthens our partnerships across the healthcare system. You’ll support tenders and contract negotiations, fostering relationships that secure funding for key BSR initiatives whilst offering tailored customer service and account management to our partners.

You’ll manage a business development administrator, who will focus on delivering contractual obligations in a timely manner. You’ll coach and develop them to build confidence in account management and sales. This role requires a creative, impact-oriented leader who excels in both strategic thinking and hands-on execution.

Please note: This role may require travel, overnight stays and weekend work, for example at our conferences.

Main Responsibilties 

Business Development Strategy

• Alongside the COO, develop and execute a business development strategy for BSR that secures financially sustainable funding streams that support our drive to improve patient care
• Lead on market research, product development and product lifecycle management
• Support the Senior Management Team and Heads of Department to expand and improve our product portfolios to keep partners engaged in supporting our diverse membership

Relationship building and management

• Lead relationship management with sponsors, partners and collaborators to provide exceptional and consistent account management
• Liaise with and support internal teams with delivery to sponsors, partners and collaborators
• Enable internal sharing of insight and intelligence about trends and movements with industry partners
• Foster new strategic partnerships and relationships with UK and international organisations
• Open up new funding opportunities that support BSR’s strategic aims and activities

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead and develop the Business Development Executive
• Support teams across the business to meet ambitious financial targets
• With the COO and Director of Marketing, Education and Events, manage our compliance with the ABPI pharmaceutical industry code and provide regular advice/training for colleagues
• Alongside the COO, provide support to colleagues on tender and contract processes

Finances and Impact

• Oversee BSR income streams, working closely with the finance team to ensure efficient financial process and cash flow
• Manage the sales pipeline, ensuring financial trackers are up to date
• Analyse data to ensure the business development strategy is effective, ambitious and realistic 
• Provide regular reports to the Senior Management

Person Specification 

1. Experience in business development, sales or fundraising  
2.  Experience of pipeline tracking/projection/modelling
3.  Understanding of market research and product development
4.  Track record in account management and achieving financial targets
5.  Experience of best practice in tenders and contracts
6.  Ability to analyse data to harness insight and drive engagement 
7.  Outstanding interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
8.  Ability to coach staff to reach their potential
9.  Confident decision maker
10.  Commitment to our values

Timetable

The closing date for applications is Sunday 24 August 2025
Interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing Monday 1 September 2025.

The selection process will include a first-round panel interview. Shortlisted candidates (top two) will then be invited to a second-stage interview.

Equity, Inclusion and Diversity statement 
 
BSR is committed to encouraging inclusion, equity, and diversity in our workforce. We are actively trying to increase the diversity of our staff team. We try to reduce as many barriers as we can for those with a disability. We know that everyone is an individual, so please always tell us what we can do to support you. 
 
We welcome approaches from individuals from underrepresented groups, including those from minoritised communities, and those with a disability, to better reflect the community we serve and help broaden our perspectives.

Salary: £45,882 per annum (Grade F, with six further increment rises available per annum)
Working pattern: 5 days per week (36.5hrs)
Location: Leeds. Hybrid working is available but a regular presence in the office is essential.
Contract: Permanent (subject to a 6-month probationary review).
 
Atkinson HR is proud to be partnering with Leeds University Union (LUU) to recruit their new Head of Communications and Influence, a pivotal role shaping how LUU connects with and represents its diverse student community.
 
About Leeds University Union
 
LUU is a long-standing and dynamic charity based at the heart of the University of Leeds campus. They are dedicated to ensuring that every one of their 39,000 students have the opportunity to love their time at Leeds by providing a supportive, inclusive, and empowering environment.
 
Since its inception, LUU has worked to represent students' voices and needs, championing their interests and shaping a vibrant student community. They believe in creating a space where students feel heard, supported, and inspired – whether through social connection, personal growth, or active involvement in shaping their own student experience. Their vision is of a thriving, inclusive student body where everyone can reach their full potential and make the most of their time at university.
 
LUU are proud of their fun, inclusive, and learning-focused culture. Their team is diverse, welcoming, and committed to continuous development. They invest in their people, supporting them to grow within their roles and beyond, and encouraging a spirit of collaboration and curiosity.
 
About the role
 
As Head of Communications and Influence, you will lead the development and delivery of LUU’s communications and influence strategy that enables their vision and strategic priorities. You will be responsible for shaping how LUU communicates with students and external stakeholders, ensuring that their messaging is clear, consistent, and impactful across all channels.
 
Working closely with other senior leaders, you will provide expert guidance on external communication strategies, manage media relations, and protect and enhance the organisation’s reputation and brand. You will lead a dedicated team to ensure that communications are evidence-led, audience-focused, and aligned with LUU’s values and goals.
 
This is a strategic and hands-on role that will require a proactive and collaborative approach.
 
How to Apply
 
Please click 'Apply’ to be redirected to the Atkinson HR website, where you can download the Candidate Information Pack and find details of how to apply.
 
Key Dates
 
Closing date: 18th August 2025, 9.00am
Longlist Interviews (Remote via Teams): 3rd and 4th September 2025
Final Stage Interviews (In-person in Leeds): 16th September 2025
 
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Location: You can be based near one of the following office locations - Birmingham, Cardiff, Glasgow, Liverpool, London, or Newcastle. 

We operate a hybrid model of work i.e. a combination of in-person and remote, with flexible days in the office depending on business need and your preferences. We would typically expect in-office attendance an average of one day per week.  

Your office is where you will usually attend in-person events, training sessions etc. though some travel, to other offices and other locations, will occasionally be expected.

 

Hours: We are looking for the right candidate and while we envisage this being a full-time role (37.5 hours per week) we are very open to flexible working arrangements such as part-time, compressed hours and/or flexitime.

Occasional/frequent evening or weekend work may be required, for which time off in lieu (TOIL) will be given.
 

Ideal start date: ASAP, as agreed with candidate 

Purpose of the Role:

As a key leader within our Partnerships and Income Development team, you will be responsible for creating, developing and delivering the Social Mobility Foundation’s Employer Programme – how we inform, influence and positively impact employer-led social mobility, and a source of income generation.

Reporting to the Head of Partnerships and Income Development, you’ll be the custodian of the Social Mobility Employer Index (SMEI) – our annual benchmarking and assessment tool for how UK employers recruit, retain and develop talent from all socioeconomic backgrounds and build inclusive workplaces. You'll have full product ownership, managing the delivery lifecycle from end-to-end: from marketing, to pipeline development and entrant submissions, data analysis, reporting and evaluation, as well as ongoing development and improvement.

In addition, by collaborating with existing partners who offer pro-bono consultancy, you’ll scope, develop and deliver new products, resources and services that equip employers with the knowledge and practical tools to improve social mobility in the workplace.  
 
We’re looking for someone who is willing and able to move easily between strategic thinking and hands-on delivery, and is excited about taking full ownership over this important work. Combining a passion for delivering our mission with keen commercial acumen, high attention to detail and project management skills, this is a unique chance to make a big impact on social mobility in the UK.    

Key Responsibility Areas    

• Product ownership and project management 
• Product and service development 
• Quality standards
• Customer service and value proposition 
• Stakeholder management
• Systems and processes  
• Team development and collaboration 
• Line Management (Matrix structure)  

Please review the attached pdf for the full job description.

Person Specification (Knowledge, skills and experience required)

Project management and product development

• Demonstrable experience designing, delivering and developing programmes, products and/or services that meet organisational needs 
• Demonstrable experience in project management, shaping long-term strategy while managing day-to-day operations and delivery

Stakeholder engagement 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience building and managing relationships 

Policy and data skills 

• Understanding of issues related to social mobility, diversity and inclusion, or workforce development 
• Understanding of and/or experience in benchmarking tools, indices or assessment frameworks 

Commercial and customer service 

• Demonstrable experience in managing pipelines and/or stewarding customers, demonstrating excellent customer service skills and a high attention to detail 
• Confidence in public speaking, presenting or facilitating workshops with professional audiences 

IT skills 

• Experience using Microsoft Office 
• Experience of using or understanding of CRM software to effectively support pipeline and partnership management e.g. Salesforce 
• Experience of or understanding of managing and using digital platforms for programmes, products and/or services 

Please review the attached pdf for the full person specification. 

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply by submitting the following information to our application portal Pinpoint by 23:59pm, Monday 25th August: 

1. A cover letter (500 words maximum) outlining why you would like to work at the Social Mobility Foundation and why you are a strong candidate for the role, including specific examples from your experience and skills. 
2. A short statement answering the following question: “Tell us about a time you managed a project or developed a product or programme. How did you plan and deliver it, work with others and ensure a positive experience for users or customers? What challenges did you face, and what was the outcome?” (500 words maximum) 

Please note that generic applications and CV’s will not be considered.

 Stay is a leading homeless charity based in Telford, dedicated to providing vital support and accommodation for people experiencing homelessness. We’re looking for a proactive and experienced Operations and Services Manager to join our dedicated team. 

Post:                             Operations and Services Manager

Responsible to: Head of Services & Operations

Hours:37.5 hours per week

Salary:                               £38,616 per annum

Responsible for:Housing and Support Team Leader, Outreach Team Leader, The Net, Housing Services                                                           Manager, Property and Maintenance Team Leader

Location:Meeting Point House and Chec offices with the ability to travel and work across sites and in the                                               area. with flexibility to occasionally home working

What’s in it for you?

You will be part of a friendly, supportive and flexible working environment, where your contribution will be valued and appreciated with excellent learning and development opportunities and high-quality supervision and guidance.  In addition to this, you will also receive the following benefits: 

• 25 Days Annual Leave (enhanced according to length of service) 

• Birthday off after completion of probationary period 

• Regular supervision and separate wellbeing supervisions

• Access to Employee Assistance Programme 

• Pension Scheme – employer contribution of 5%.

This role:

This role will be responsible for managing the charities services and supporting the smooth and compliant operation of the charity’s operations. You'll be responsible for developing and implementing our services. A key part of your role will be acting as the Data Protection Lead.

Key Responsibilities:

Service Management & Development

• Manage staff and services, ensuring high standards of delivery, efficiency, and positive outcomes for our clients and tenants.

• Lead on the service development of existing services, identifying areas for improvement and implementing enhancements.

• Work closely with the Head of Services and Operations to develop and implement new services in line with strategic objectives and identified needs.

• Ensure all services adhere to internal policies, external regulations, and best practice.

 

Data Protection and GDPR

• Act as the charity's Data Protection Lead, working with the CEO to ensure compliance with GDPR and other data protection legislation.

• Develop, implement, and monitor data protection policies, procedures, advising on and overseeing data protection impact assessments (DPIAs).

• Oversee data security measures and conduct regular data audits.

• Oversee the secure storage, retention, and disposal of all personal data, both digital and physical

• Manage data subject access requests (SARs) and data breach incidents, ensuring timely and appropriate responses and reporting to the ICO where necessary.

• Ensure staff receive appropriate data protection training and maintain accurate records of compliance efforts.

 

Operational Management

• Lead on complaints, compliments, and comments management, overseeing the entire process from receipt and investigation to resolution and trend analysis for service improvement and reporting.

• Support the Head of Services and Operations with lease management for charity properties.

• Work closely with the Head of Services and Operations to support the charity's safeguarding function, acting as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead when required.

 

HR and Training and Development

• Work with SMT and support the review and implementation of HR policies and procedures (most of these are developed with our HR Support provider).

• Oversee the Finance Assistant & HR Administrator's HR responsibilities, ensuring efficient and compliant recruitment, onboarding, induction, and HR record-keeping.

• Provide support for HR processes for disciplinary and grievance matters, in line with the Charity’s policies.

• Work with the Head of Services and Operations to lead on the development and implementation of the charity's training and development strategy, identifying needs and overseeing delivery to enhance staff and volunteer capabilities.

Health and Safety

• Support the implementation and ongoing adherence to Health & Safety policies across all sites, fostering a safe environment for all.

• Oversee the Finance Assistant & HR Administrator responsibilities to ensure all staff and volunteers receive appropriate health and safety training and refreshers.

• Work with staff to ensure incidents are investigated, take the lead on analysing, and reporting. Working with the Head of Services and Operations, managers and Team Leaders ensure health and safety actions are logged and followed up appropriately.

• Oversee the maintaining of accurate records of all health and safety activities, training, and incidents and pull off and analyse reports for SMT and Board.

General

• To participate in the on-call out of hours decision making rota as required

• Contribute to the charity’s strategic objectives and operational plans.

• Represent the charity at relevant external meetings or forums as required.

• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality at all times, upholding the charity’s values and ethos.

• Participate in team meetings, training, supervision and appraisals as required.

• Undertake any other duties as reasonably required by the Head of Services and Operations or CEO.

• Ensure that Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is actively promoted in all areas of work and that the services                              are relevant and accessible to all.

Stay is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage applications from individuals who feel they meet the requirements of the role.

About SportsAid 

At SportsAid we exist to encourage, enable and empower the next generation of athletes to achieve their ambitions in sport and life. For decades, we have been side by side with Britain’s greatest emerging sporting talent, from Mo Farah to Jessica Ennis-Hill to Ade Adepitan, Paula Radcliffe and so many others to give them vital support before they became Olympian and Paralympian stars.

Without our support, a lot of our most talented sporting prospects would drop out as the demands of pursuing their dreams are too often impossible barriers to overcome. 

Role Overview 

The Athlete Learning and Development Manager will design and coordinate a comprehensive learning and development programme for emerging athletes, their parents and caregivers, and alumni. This will be delivered both in person and online. 

This is an exciting time for SportsAid as we expand the support we offer beyond financial assistance, building on the foundations already in place. As part of our evolving approach, we are strengthening the educational resources available to them, ensuring they have access to the guidance and tools they need to thrive both on and off the field. 

The role focuses on identifying athlete-led needs, curating training and workshop programmes, and working with external trainers and providers to deliver impactful sessions that best support SportsAid’s beneficiaries. 

A key aspect of the role is developing educational and training content for the new online community engagement platform we are developing. You will ensure content aligns with SportsAid’s objectives while meeting the priorities of partners funding dedicated hubs within the platform, which will provide training and development content in specific focus areas. You will also help adapt training sessions into engaging, shareable online resources to maximise participation and impact. 

Additionally, you will play a crucial role in planning workshop programmes for key events such as SportsAid Live, ensuring sessions are engaging, relevant, and tailored to the needs of attendees. 

This is a unique opportunity to shape SportsAid’s athlete development strategy, creating a collaborative, engaging, and needs-led programme that makes a lasting impact. 

Key Responsibilities 

Programme Development 

• Develop and coordinate a holistic learning and development programme for athletes, parents, and caregivers, addressing key areas such as financial literacy, mental wellbeing, career readiness, and communication skills. 

• Identify athlete-led needs and curate relevant educational training programmes, ensuring they align with the challenges faced by young athletes. 

• Build and maintain relationships with external trainers and subject matter experts, ensuring content meets SportsAid’s high standards and is tailored to beneficiary needs. 

• Work with trainers and providers to shape session content, ensuring clarity, relevance, and engagement for athletes and their support networks. 

• Develop structured training strands with corporate partners that align with partnership agreements and engagement objectives. 

• Devise workshop programmes for events such as SportsAid Live, ensuring sessions are interactive, impactful, and meet the needs of attendees. 

• Oversee the development of digital training content to enhance learning and engagement for our online community. 

Training Coordination and Resource Development 

• Coordinate the delivery of training programmes by external trainers through in-person workshops and online webinars. 

• Develop bite-sized digital resources from training materials to be used on our new online community engagement platform, ensuring accessibility and engagement. 

• Ensure that training content aligns with corporate partnership agreements, such as the RBC initiative, and meets funder expectations for educational outcomes. 

• Coordinate logistics for training sessions, including scheduling, facilitator briefings, and content alignment with SportsAid’s objectives. 

• Ensure training materials and sessions are inclusive and tailored to diverse audiences. 

Engagement and Feedback 

• Engage with athletes, parents, and caregivers to gather feedback on training sessions and resources, ensuring the programme evolves to meet their needs. 

• Monitor platform usage and session participation, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement. 

• Foster an inclusive and collaborative learning environment that encourages peer-to-peer engagement and shared experiences. 

Evaluation and Reporting 

• Evaluate the impact of the training programme on athletes’ personal and professional development, using data to inform future improvements. 

• Provide regular reports to senior leadership and funders, demonstrating the programme’s outcomes and alignment with organisational goals. 

• Stay informed about trends in athlete education, learning delivery, and digital engagement to ensure SportsAid’s approach remains innovative and impactful. 

Person Specification 

Essential Skills and Experience 

• Proven experience in developing and managing learning and development programmes, including working with external trainers or subject matter experts. 

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes to deadlines. 

• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, with experience working across teams, organisations, or sports. 

• Experience in curating and shaping educational/training content, ensuring it aligns with audience needs and engagement objectives. 

• Experience developing digital learning resources and ensuring effective content delivery on online platforms. 

• A commitment to creating needs-led, inclusive, and accessible training programmes for diverse audiences. 

Desirable Skills and Experience 

• Knowledge or experience in areas such as financial literacy, mental wellbeing, or life skills development. 

• Familiarity with Mighty Networks or similar platforms for community engagement and learning delivery. 

• Experience working within a charity, sports organisation, or educational setting, particularly supporting young people or athletes. 

Hours of work: Part-time position, approx. 28 working hours a week (4 days per week), some evening and weekend work may be required from time to time, reasonable flexible work options are available. 

Location: Hybrid working (with travel to SportsAid Head Office as required) 

What We Offer 

• The opportunity to lead a transformative programme that makes a lasting impact on the lives of young athletes and their families. 

• A collaborative, supportive working environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. 

• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and grow within the role. 

• Salary:  A salary package of £30,400 per annum is available for this role. 

• Pension: SportsAid makes a contribution of 3%, and the employee makes a minimum contribution of 5%.   

• Healthcare: Membership of the SportsAid private health insurance scheme is available for the employee with premiums paid by SportsAid.    

• Cycle to Work Scheme: Available to all staff.  

• Death in Service Benefit: Inclusion in company scheme.  

• Season ticket loan: An interest free loan is available to all staff.   

• Holidays: 25 days per year, plus bank holidays, increasing by 1 day for each year of service, up to 30 days.    

• Flexible working: reasonable flexible and hybrid working options. 

Please apply with your CV and one page on how you meet the essential criteria by 3rd September. 

On receipt of your application, you will be sent a confidential equal opportunities form, which all applicants will be asked to complete. 

Shortlisted applicants will be invited by 8th September to have a preliminary online conversation with the Head of Programmes. 

Interviews will be held in person 22nd and 23rd September 2025 

Are you a confident and experienced leader, with a heart for social justice and passionate about positively transforming society?

Then this could be the role for you. Join us as our next Centre Manager, and use your leadership and interpersonal skills to head up the team of three, delivering employment support in Brighton.

You’ll be working with the local church to manage the delivery of Resurgo's award-winning Spear Programme. Over the last 20 years, Spear has equipped more than 11,000 young people across the UK with the work-ready skills and mindset they need to succeed in employment, no matter the barriers they face. 

The important stuff 

Location: Brighton

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm with some out-of-hours work needed for events such as our Spear Celebrations

Salary: from £29,355 

Closing date: We are interviewing on a rolling basis and might close the application early if we find the right candidate

Upcoming Assessment Days: Thursday 28th August

Application pack: Have a look at our application pack for more information about the role and Resurgo

Please feel free to let us know if you may require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in our recruitment process or if you have any enquiries regarding accessibility.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for:

Strategy, vision and impact [25%]

• Be at the forefront of leading Resurgo’s ‘big picture’ vision of a transformed society, empowering churches to transform young lives 
• Build and implement a strategy for developing relationships with local referral agencies to ensure effective recruitment of young people onto the Spear programme 
• Oversee the reporting of the Centre outcomes and ensure the Spear Programme is delivered in line with agreed targets 

Leadership, line management and training [25%]

• Lead your team with confidence; spurring them on in Resurgo’s mission; invest in a team culture of excellence, belonging and fun 
• Manage and develop the Lead Coach and Graduate Coach, using a coaching approach to invest in their growth and development. This includes weekly 1:1s, performance reviews and regular feedback
• Equip your team to drive change through a data informed approach, and keep them accountable to agreed targets for the Spear Programme

Relationship management [20%]

• Manage great relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including referrers, local businesses, donors, and your Board of Trustees 
• Embed into your local church; working closely with your Spear Trustees and congregation, and actively participating in their mission and events
• Partner with the Spear Trustees and assist in implementing their funding strategy by helping to build corporate and donor relationships. For example, by hosting prospective donors in the Training Room

Delivery of the Spear Programme [20%]

• Support group and 1-1 coaching with numerous 16-24-year-olds: equipping them with practical work-ready skills and resilient mindsets 
• Provide guidance to the Lead Coach in the training room when dealing with behavioural and safeguarding situations and upskill coaches with consistent coaching feedback
• Use a coaching approach to engage young people in challenging conversations that will enable them to take responsibility and over significant barriers to employment 

Operations [10%]

• Liaise with relevant staff regarding site operations and work to resolve any issues as soon as possible, ensuring the office and training room are safe and tidy working spaces in line with health and safety policies

This role will suit you if:

• You are an active Christian, passionate about your work being a lived expression of your faith 
• You want to help others reach their full potential, and enable young people to overcome significant barriers to employment 
• You have demonstrable experience in coaching, teaching or training and development, as well as being keen to develop these skills further
• You are an experienced and mature leader/line manager, or have great leadership potential, and are eager to bring out the best in your team
• You are confident building relationships with a variety of stakeholders, with effective written and verbal communication skills 
• You are steady under pressure, and able to juggle competing priorities 
• You are looking for a varied, hands-on role, where you won't be tied to a desk 
• You are IT literate 

You can expect:

• A genuine commitment to upskilling you through impressive training opportunities
• Training, guidance and funding to complete your professional coaching accreditation 
• Progression opportunities through professional development 1-1s 
• A fun, supportive culture where you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work
• A worshipping community, where you can pray and worship with your colleagues
• Summer and autumn staff conference days, plus a two-night Christmas retreat 

A couple of things to note:

• This role requires occasional evening work, for our termly Spear Celebrations (where we celebrate our trainees as they complete the initial six weeks of the programme)
• In the event of a job offer, a DBS check will be requested

Executive Director (4 Day Work Week)

For over 30 years, The Women's Budget Group (WBG) has influenced UK policy through rigorous gendered economic analysis. Our work is cited in Parliament, the media, and by campaigners across civil society. We’re proud of our collaborative culture, our commitment to intersectional feminism, and our track record of impact—from budget assessments to grassroots training.

We are now seeking a visionary Executive Director to lead our nationally respected feminist economics organisation into its next chapter. If you're passionate about social justice, thrive at the intersection of research, policy and activism, and want to reshape how the economy works—and for whom, we would love to hear from you.

As Executive Director, you will:

• Lead strategy and organisational development with integrity and care
• Interpret macro-economic concepts to develop, articulate and defend advocacy positions. (Independently and alongside subject matter experts.)
• Represent WBG to senior stakeholders across government, media, and civil society
• Oversee research, communications, training, and impact measurement
• Drive fundraising and ensure financial sustainability
• Foster a high-performing, inclusive team culture

We are seeking a strategic thinker with vision and drive who holds a collaborative, inclusive and empowering leadership style. You will be able to demonstrate high integrity, resilience and adaptability, and perform comfortably in ambiguity and complexity. Seeing beyond immediate outputs towards longer-term systems change.

You will:

• Be committed to women’s rights and equality, understanding how intersecting inequalities affect different women
• Hold recent, demonstrable experience engaging with macroeconomic issues
• Possess either some qualification in Economics, or clear evidence of equivalent professional expertise.
• Hold experience in a senior leadership policy, research, advocacy, or campaigning role
• Thrive in communicating an organisation's mission across all mediums, including public speaking and live media interviews
• Excel in building trusted relationships with the likes of government, civil society, academia and grassroots movements
• Possess robust financial acumen, with experience overseeing budgets, ensuring sustainability, and cultivating and stewarding funding relationships

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially those whose lived experience reflects the structural inequalities we seek to address. Job shares and flexible working arrangements are strongly encouraged.

How to apply

WBG is partnering with Doing Good Recruitment on this appointment. The full job pack can be found attached and also on their jobs page.

If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please do let them know; we’re committed to making this process inclusive and accessible.

To help us monitor how we’re doing and identify any barriers in our recruitment process, we invite all applicants to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring form found on Doing Good Recruitment’s application page.

Interviews commence late September/early October

ABOUT NOAH'S ARK CHILDREN'S HOSPICE

We help babies, children and young people with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, and their families, make the most of every day. And for those who die young, we do all we can to bring comfort to their last moments.

By providing exceptional care, organising fun activities and days out, Noah’s Ark helps families do things they never thought possible. We help those we support to enjoy life as children, rather than as patients and as families, not just as carers.

JOB DESCRIPTION 

• To make a significant contribution to, and have responsibility for your own part of reaching of our Corporate Fundraising target (currently £855k pa)
• To proactively secure new corporate relationships to strengthen our pipeline of partners to enable us to support a growing number of children and families.
• To provide high quality account management to your own high-value partnership portfolio, growing both income and engagement, and spotting opportunities to support the charity holistically. This will be achieved by working collaboratively with colleagues across the charity to develop creative, bespoke pitches and meaningful programmes and engagement plans for corporate partners, which clearly demonstrate impact  
• To provide supervisory support to officers and to step up in the absence of the Corporate Partnerships Manager

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for a fundraising superstar who knows how to make corporate partnerships flourish. You'll have a proven track record of managing impressive company portfolios worth five figures and above, and a knack for winning exciting new business that makes a real difference.

You are a natural communicator who thrives on building meaningful connections. Whether you're chatting with board members or community volunteers, you'll adapt your style effortlessly whilst staying organised and managing your time like a pro.

You love bringing people together and getting them excited about our mission. As a confident speaker who genuinely enjoys networking, you'll inspire supporters both old and new, sharing our story in a way that really resonates.

Working alongside our Corporate Partnerships Manager and Head of Partnerships and Events, you will help bring our strategy to life. You will nurture relationships with prospects and loyal supporters alike, helping them find the perfect way to champion our cause.

You are a natural collaborator who enjoys working across different teams, and you're happy to roll up your sleeves for the occasional evening event or weekend activity (don't worry – you'll get that time back!).

The vacancy

We have an incredible opportunity for a COMMUNITY BUILDER to join our Community Development team. 

Please see below for more information on what just might be your future role. 

The role will close on 25 August 2025.  Shortlisting will take place shortly afterwards with Interviews taking place on 2nd and 4th September 2025.

About The Role 

As a Community Builder, you will be at the heart of our Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach, supporting the charity’s objective to enhance reach with a focus on enabling a positive impact for members of the armed forces community facing challenges. You will do this by creating sustainable, community-led solutions that enhance their well-being. You will identify strengths within local communities, foster meaningful connections, and utilise this to create new networks and drive positive change. 

We are looking for a motivated and dynamic individual who is passionate about collaboration and community-led change. If you believe in the power of strong, connected communities, this role is for you. 

Working closely with Community Development Managers across regions within the UK, you will create opportunities for members of the Armed Forces community (AFC) and their families to connect with Help for Heroes and their local community. 

About You 

You will have experience of working alongside communities to create the conditions for community-led change, ideally with experience of Asset-Based Community Development. You will have good organisational skills, energy and the ability to listen, build relationships, and inspire collaboration which will be essential in creating positive, lasting change. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Conduct outreach to celebrate community strengths and foster engagement. 

• Develop and embed an ABCD-informed way of working. 

• Identify ‘Connectors’ across the community and provide opportunities for them to come together regularly to exchange learning and map community assets. Facilitate gatherings that empower community members to share their strengths, co-create initiatives, and foster a sense of belonging and ownership. 

• Encourage and support community-led action in response to local AFC interests / aspirations through peer led/ co – designed initiatives. 

• Increase awareness of challenges faced by military personnel, veterans, and their families. 

We are looking for someone with: 

• A Community Development qualification and/or experience of taking an asset-based approach to community development with transferable skills. 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships that drive action. 

• A track record of successful collaboration with internal and external partners and stakeholders. 

PLEASE NOTE: 

• The successful candidate will need to be based within a 30-minute commute of the centre of their allocated locality and there is a requirement to travel regularly within a 75-mile radius of this location (travel expenses covered). There will The successful candidate must possess a valid full UK driver’s license and have access to a reliable vehicle with business insurance for work purposes. 

• There will also be a requirement for occasional travel to other UK locations for meetings and events depending on the charity’s needs such as our annual all colleagues in person event.

• The successful candidate will work 35 hours per week over 5 days, Monday - Sunday. Core working days will be Monday to Friday; however, flexibility is essential, as regular evening and weekend work will also be required to meet the needs of the role. Working hours will vary to ensure a total of 70 hours is covered over a two-week period, so please take this into consideration before applying. 

• The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

About the Team 

You will be part of a newly formed Community Development team, dedicated to embedding Asset-Based Community Development. We will amplify the strengths already present in communities, forging lasting partnerships and initiatives that empower the Armed Forces community to thrive. Together the Community Development Managers and the Community Builders will strengthen local communities using resources and networks that are readily available. You will do this to proliferate opportunities for sustainable participation and engagement alongside a multi-disciplinary team in order to support the Armed Forces Community to live well after service.  

Please see the job description for more details. 

Please note: We may close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of strong applications. 

The Organisation

We're recruiting on behalf of a prominent UK charity in the health and social care sector, with an annual income exceeding £100 million. Funded through a mix of voluntary donations and grants, as well as NHS and local authority contracts, the organisation delivers nationwide services, campaigns for change, and invests in research to improve lives and drive long-term impact.

The Finance & Assurance directorate is entering a transformative phase - redefining its structure, culture, and leadership expectations. Finance is evolving into a strategic corporate function, focused on insight, process excellence, and enabling impact through effective resource planning and control.

The Role

This is a pivotal leadership role, reporting to the Associate Director of Finance and managing the Financial Accounting Team. As part of the Finance & Assurance Leadership Team, you'll play a central role in shaping the organisation's financial control, compliance, and reporting strategy.

You'll lead the development of a robust financial control environment, ensure the delivery of high-quality statutory accounts, and build strong relationships across the organisation and with external partners. This role is about defining what financial accounting means in a modern, impact-driven charity - establishing clear standards, tools, and expectations that underpin trust, transparency, and performance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the preparation of statutory accounts and annual reporting in line with regulatory requirements.
• Ensuring a single point of credible, reliable, data-driven financial truth across the organisation.
• Developing and maintaining effective internal controls and risk mitigation strategies.
• Building strategic relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and banks.
• Driving continuous improvement in financial systems, processes, and reporting tools.
• Leading a team through change with clarity, compassion, and ambition.

The Person

We're looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIPFA, ACMA or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience at a senior level. You'll bring:

• Proven leadership of high-performing teams through change.
• Deep experience in financial control, statutory reporting, and compliance.
• A track record of building collaborative relationships across finance and wider organisational boundaries.
• Strong communication, influencing, and engagement skills - including with senior executives and board members.
• Experience working with ERP systems (Unit4 ERPx or similar).
• A passion for continuous improvement and innovation.
• The ability to foster a high support, high challenge culture.

You'll be a finance expert - but first and foremost, a leader. Someone who can drive consistency, clarity, and excellence in financial accounting across a diverse organisation.

What's in it for you?

This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and work-life balance, including:

• Double-matching pension scheme (up to 8%)
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 30)
• Flexible working options, including condensed hours and a 9-day fortnight
• Health and wellbeing support, including virtual GP access and mental health services
• Employee recognition and discounts platform

If you're ready to lead a strategic finance function through transformation - and help shape the future of a high-impact organisation - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to be part of a team that's making a real difference.

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The Senior Finance Officer role is key to coordinating the day-to-day financial functions of Watts Gallery Trust and supporting the Head of Finance and Resources in the effective and efficient management of Watts Gallery Trusts finances. We are looking for someone with experience of working in a finance function delivering comprehensive financial management, ideally within a charitable organisation. Experience in the arts, gallery and museum sector would be an advantage but is not essential. You should have thorough working knowledge of VAT and Payroll and have experience of using Sage. If you are adaptable, a good communicator and love working in a busy finance function we would love to hear from you. In return we can offer you an inspiring work setting, opportunities for flexible and supportive ways of working, family and friends’ tickets as well as discounts in our shop and tea shop.

Duties include:

Financial management

·Deliver an effective and comprehensive financial management service to watts Gallery Limited to include:

o Assisting the Head of Finance in preparing financial forecasts to support financial planning

o Assisting Head of Finance in implementing financial policies and procedures as appropriate

o Ensuring the efficient maintenance of the financial records of Watts Gallery and Watts Gallery Trading Ltd.

o Assist the Head of Finance to produce timely, accurate and relevant monthly management accounts information for Watts Gallery Ltd and Watts Gallery Trading Ltd.

o Assist the Head of Finance in preparing the annual budget. Work with budget holders to review performance against budget and monitor the overall organisations finances to ensure we are operating within the agreed budget

o Assist with production of weekly trading data.

o With the Head of Finance, assist with the preparation of the year end statutory accounts and the audit file.

o Ensure that all accounting records are clear, transparent, and properly kept.

o Ensure all year-end journals, and audit schedules are prepared timely and in accordance with the auditor’s requirements.

Financial and Administrative operational duties:

· Ensure that day to day banking and finance administration duties are carried out:

o Monthly Payroll processing including submission to HMRC and NEST Pension

o Administering the NEST pension scheme

o Statutory returns, including surveys, funding monitoring and reporting

o Responsible for preparing quarterly VAT returns

o Coordinate Gift Aid reclaims

o Liaise with the Development team to develop systems and processes to improve gift aid claim procedures.

o Control of central purchasing

o Ensuring daily, month end, quarter end and year end routines are carried out.

o Reconcile the control accounts, inter-company accounts and conduct regular reviews of nominal ledgers, aged debtors and aged creditors.

o In conjunction with the Head of Finance help improve systems and controls surrounding all aspects of Watts Gallery’s financial management.

o Liaise with Retail and Admissions Manager to ensure cashing up processes are accurate, timely and monitored regularly.

o Be a source of technical advice and guidance on financial aspects of Watts Gallery’s activities.

o Contribute to the organisation’s strategic and operational business planning.

o Assist with financial aspects of grant applications.

o Various ad hoc projects to support the overall development of the finance function.

Staff management

o Monitor progress of finance staff vis a vis set targets

o To support the Head of Finance with development of finance staff to meet organisational objectives

o Day to day coordination of the Finance Team: overseeing accurate and timely processing of the sales and purchase ledgers, importing till data into Sage, cash and banking, administration of direct debits, credit card reconciliations, administering petty cash system and delivering excellent customer service to Watts Gallery’s internal and external customers.

Role: Senior Partnerships Manager - Corporate

Location: Flexible working with a mixture of remote working and office based at Solar

House, 3rd Floor, 1-9 Romford Rd, London, E15 4LJ or home-based for the right candidate

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (part time hours will also be considered) 

Salary: £41,500 - £47,949 per annum depending on experience 

Closing date: Tuesday 26 August - 9am

Interviews to be held on an as and when basis and we encourage early applications to avoid disappointment 

There is a school attendance crisis with 1 in 5 children missing more than 10% of their schooling each year. This figure has doubled since the pandemic. They are missing weeks, months, even years of their education, severely affecting their future life chances.

School-Home Support looks beyond the classroom to tackle the underlying causes of school absence and get children back to school, ready to learn. Whatever it takes. 

We require increased funding to help tackle this national crisis and are recruiting to this senior fundraising role to help fund our new strategy. This is a fantastic chance to join our passionate, committed team and make your mark on one of the education challenges of a generation.

You

You will be a passionate communicator with a proven track record of inspiring organisations to support the charities you have represented. You will be confident in approaching and speaking with individuals at all levels in a business, understanding motivations and providing opportunities for them to deliver real impact to the families we support. You will be an inspirational team leader and relish the opportunity of working collaboratively to deliver against targets.

You’ll have previous experience of:

• Achieving income targets

• Successfully identifying and developing new funder relationships

• Motivating, inspiring and leading a team

We will aim to conduct interviews in person as far as possible. We may need to hold second

interviews, and you will be informed of this following the initial interview.

We are committed to maximising staff wellbeing and creating an inclusive, safe

environment where everyone feels comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work.

To find out more about our current initiatives and offerings, please view our EDI &

Wellbeing initiatives document.

As an employer we offer:

● Generous annual leave entitlement

● Comprehensive employee wellbeing programme

● Employee assistance programme

● Life assurance

● Pension scheme

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the

community.

School-Home Support​ ​takes very seriously the duty of care to safeguard and promote the

welfare of children and is committed to ensuring that our safeguarding practice reflects

statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice. Our

safeguarding policy recognises that the welfare and interests of children are paramount in all

circumstances. All roles at SHS are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

" Package Description:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. 

  

We look forward to hearing from you and potentially welcoming you to our team! If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out. 

 

We welcome applications from individuals who have the right to work in the UK. Currently, we are not providing sponsorship for overseas staff.  

 

Applications are very welcome from all regardless of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief, race, sex, sexual orientation, trans status or socio-economic background. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments for disabled people. We positively encourage applications from those with lived experience.  

 

If there is any part of your lived experience you want to keep confidential in some way please talk to the Recruitment or HR shared service teams and we will do what we can to support you.

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