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About the team
This is a very exciting time to be joining Impetus as we aim to support more young people this year than ever before in our history. We are looking for a highly organised and motivated Team Administrator who is excited by the prospect of working for an ambitious Philanthropy team in a sector leading charity. In this varied role, you will have the opportunity to support a variety of different types of donor engagement, including volunteering, pro bono, and events, as well as partnership management, in particular corporate partnerships.
The Philanthropy team raises income for Impetus and for Impetus partner charities. There are thirteen members of the team who are responsible for fundraising, events, and donor engagement, as well as collaborating with colleagues across the organisation to ensure we make a compelling case to generate new financial commitments and wider support for our work. The team also delivers a high-quality engagement programme of volunteering and pro bono for Impetus’s corporate supporters. Impetus has an annual income of over £10 million which we are looking to grow to £12-14 million within the next few years.
Impetus is driven by a shared belief in tackling the barriers that hold back young people from disadvantaged backgrounds in education and employment. Alongside investing extensive financial and non-financial support in our charity partners through our Investment Team we also seek to influence decision makers to design and implement evidence led policy and direct new resources to get young people the support they need through our Public Affairs team. We are resolutely focused on outcomes, driven by quality evidence.You would be joining a team that is passionate, rigorous, determined and warm. We care deeply for our colleagues, our charity partners and the young people we serve.
About this role
This is an exciting opportunity for an excellent team player with enviable administrative and organisational skills. We are looking for someone with charity sector experience who is passionate about supporting and creating efficient and effective processes to enable our team to raise more money to support more young people.
The Team Administrator is a highly professional and proactive individual with excellent attention to detail who will directly support a busy and committed team.
We will expect the successful candidate to come into the office at least two days a week as well as attending a range of fundraising events throughout the year, including two evening events and one weekend event, for which they will receive TOIL.
Key responsibilities
Team Support
- Calendar management for the Philanthropy Team, especially the Director of Philanthropy and Partnerships, including arranging external meetings for senior fundraisers.
- On-site support at events as required.
- Draft content for internal and external audiences, such as the internal newsletter, team updates or materials on programmes for funders.Manage incoming enquires quickly and professionally.
- Create and maintain efficient processes for managing and recording fundraising enquiries and information on the CRM system (Salesforce). Support room bookings when required.
Salesforce
- Be the point of contact for creating Salesforce reports to help drive fundraising activity.
- Support the logging of meeting notes on Salesforce working with fundraisers to ensure effective knowledge management and appropriate follow-up.
- Support management of Salesforce accounts, ensuring accuracy and up to date information is recorded.
- Support the creation and development of individual dashboards to help track and increase fundraising.
- Responsible for updating Salesforce database with pro bono and volunteering project information including reporting and tracking information.
Donor engagement support
- Assist with research on donors and prospects.
- Support the Pro Bono function, for instance, supporting the sourcing and stewarding of pro bono support from individuals and companies; and with the onboarding and management of pro bono partners, including inductions and ongoing communication.
- Manage the distribution and dissemination of supporter care materials and fundraising merchandise.
- Support with the preparation of templates and collateral such as presentations and donor communications.
- Proofreading of applications, reports and external communications.Write briefs for senior colleagues in advance of donor meetings.
- Demonstrate professionalism and best practice in all duties, comply with the organisation’s policies and procedures and proactively support the wider team to deliver our mission effectively.
Person specification
Essential:
- Proven experience of working in an administrative role within the charity sector.
- Excellent and demonstrable organisational and administrative skills; with the ability to work under pressure to prioritise a busy and varied workload and meet multiple deadlines.
- Experience of supporting the processing of donations and financial management systems.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision with a pro-active, positive approach and high level of initiative to analyse problems and identify solutions.
- A continual focus on improving service to donors, both internal and external.
- Excellent written communication skills.
- Excellent verbal communication skills; with the ability to deal with people at all levels, internally and externally, in a confident, assertive and professional manner.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of team, demonstrated by the ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations.
- Excellent analytical and data reporting skills.
- Excellent PowerPoint and presentation skills.
- Experience of using databases, including input and extraction of data, reporting and experience in using Salesforce or a comparable CRM system.
- Excellent IT and technology skills with strong experience and/or knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
- Excel skills would be a benefit.
- Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy, with experience of setting up and maintaining administrative records and systems.
- A commitment to Impetus’ mission.
- A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
We believe that a diverse workforce leads to an organisation that is more open, creative and gets better results.
We want our team at Impetus to represent the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We also want our team to be one where different experiences, expertise and perspectives are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to grow and develop.
We want to reach a diverse pool of candidates. We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that potential employees may need to in order to be successful.
We recognise the importance of a good work/life balance. We do everything we can to accommodate flexible working, including working from home, working part-time job shares and other arrangements.
Please just let us know in your application or at any stage throughout the process (and beyond) if these are options you’d like to explore.
Impetus is an equal opportunity employer and is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
How to apply
You will need to:
- Complete the online form (including the equal opportunities monitoring form).
- Upload a comprehensive CV and supporting statement. The supporting statement should be no more than two sides of A4 and should address the criteria in the person specification.
You should also include the contact details of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer. Referees will only be approached with your express permission.
As part of our commitment to flexible working we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at interview stage.
The deadline for applications is 9am Tuesday 26th August 2025.
Interviews
1st interviews will take place on Monday 1st September 2025.
2nd interviews will take place on Thursday 4th September 2025.
You will also be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK.
Personal Data
Your personal data will be shared for the purposes of the recruitment exercise. This includes our HR team, interviewers (who may include other partners in the project and independent advisors), relevant team managers and our IT service provider if access to the data is necessary for performance of their roles. We do not share your data with other third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. We will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you. We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area.
Impetus transforms the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds by ensuring they get support to succeed in school, in work and in life.


Role: Full-time* Trust & Foundations Manager
Salary: £37,000 - £40,000 dependent on experience
Location: Remote, with occasional travel to Edinburgh or London
This position is full-time; however, for the right candidate, we would consider a four-day working week (or equivalent reduced hours) at the full salary rate, depending on the demonstration of exceptional relevant experience.
ABOUT US
School of Hard Knocks (SOHK) is an education charity that exists to empower and support young people living in complex and challenging circumstances. We use rugby to foster an environment of genuine acceptance, where the sport becomes a platform for participants to improve their confidence, communication skills, commitment, self-control, and ability to work effectively within a team. Through group learning and one-to-one mentoring, SOHK helps young people (re)engage with education and safeguard their wellbeing.
Ninety percent of our participants report feeling more confident and more engaged with school after taking part - with long-term effects on attendance, attainment, and life outcomes. Find out more about our Schools Programme here.
SOHK is at a new and exciting stage of development. Having delivered its programmes to thousands of adults and young people over the past 13 years, in 2024 we chose to focus solely on working in schools. This shift responds to a dramatic rise in need among young people in the UK, many of whom are struggling to navigate adolescence amid rising poverty, a mental health crisis, and increasing isolation.
We plan to double the number of young people engaging with our programmes over the next five years. We are also making significant investments in our impact function, to better understand how we can maximise the benefits for participants and attract more attention and investment to social and emotional learning (SEL) interventions.
Our Mission:
To empower young people to fully realise their potential.
Our Vision:
A society in which every young person has an equal opportunity to succeed.
OVERVIEW
The Trusts & Foundations Manager will play a central role in shaping SOHK’s future growth. They will lead on major grant applications, support targeted bids aligned with regional delivery, and manage relationships with existing charitable funders.
Around one-third of SOHK’s £1.5 million income currently comes from grants, with active partnerships including major funders such as the Garfield Weston Foundation and Impetus. Sustaining and growing this income will require proactive research, strategic outreach, and a highly organised, detail-focused approach to both applications and stewardship.
The role works closely with the CEO, who is committed to leveraging their time and networks to support fundraising success. The post-holder will also collaborate with Regional Directors and other fundraising colleagues, while enjoying a high level of autonomy and contributing to the long-term direction of SOHK’s Trusts & Foundations strategy.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and submit high-quality funding proposals, including applications for six-figure and multi-year grants, by meeting appropriate deadlines and tailoring applications so they appeal to different funder priorities
- Manage and develop a strong pipeline of Trust & Foundations funders for future years, including researching and prospecting new leads through active outreach
- Work with the CEO, Regional Directors and overall fundraising team to identify key funding priorities and strategically deploying the capacity available
- Develop and keep the fundraising CRM updated as a central source of trusts and foundations knowledge, clearly identifying funding gaps and adjusting targets
- Strengthen existing funding partnerships through warm stewardship and efficient grant reporting, maximising the charity’s chances of repeat funding
- Build upon the organisational strategy for scaling trusts & foundations income
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Demonstrable track record in leading on successful medium and major grant applications, including six-figure and multi-year grants
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, able to present a compelling case for support to a variety of funders
- Comfortable in understanding and presenting financial information and in creating budgets for grant applications
- Experience with CRM/fundraising databases for tracking applications, deadlines, and relationship management
- Highly organised and proactive, used to taking the lead on managing a large volume of potential grants in line with the submission dates
- Confident in liaising and engaging with external organisations, including building new relationships with potential funders who are invite-only
- Enjoy working across different teams within an organisation, bringing in new perspectives and utilising the assets and expertise of current staff for fundraising purposes
- Growth mindset, always ready to accept new challenges and opportunities to develop funding strategies.
- Genuinely buy into the SOHK mission, purpose and values
Desirable
- An understanding of how to build and develop a multi-year fundraising strategy for trusts and foundations
- Experience in social impact measurement, with a grasp on how we could use impact data even more persuasively with funders
- Knowledge of the education and/or youth work sector, understanding the impact which this work can make specifically and the context of fundraising for work in schools
- Experience, or willingness to develop knowledge, in how the charity sector can safely and appropriately utilise AI in the creation of strong funding bids and efficient reporting
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
- Salary range: £37,000 - £40,000
- Full-time or 0.8 Full-time Equivalent - dependent on the skills and experience of the candidate, we would be open to discussing a 4-day week on full salary
- 28 days annual leave entitlement plus public holidays.
- Some travel to the different regions may periodically be required.
- Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required for successful candidates and the job is dependent on suitable references.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Complete registration administration in accordance with contractual requirements, following systems and processes to ensure accuracy and excellent communication with service users and other stakeholders.
Information, advice and guidance
Work one-on-one with adults and children with a visual impairment and their carers/ families, providing a comprehensive initial assessment in a person-centred, empathetic, and empowering manner.
Provide internal and external referrals and deliver follow-up actions to enable maximum wellbeing for service users.
Manage incoming and outgoing referrals internally and with a wide range of external providers, communicating promptly to manage cases effectively and safely.
Work closely with team members and volunteers to collate and send Information Packs and other necessary communications such as appointment letters in accessible formats.
Assess risks as needed and report any safeguarding concerns to the Safeguarding Lead.
Equipment
Be aware of and able demonstrate and advise on equipment for people with a visual impairment when needed and/or refer to other services.
If needed during home/ care home visits, provide minor adaptations such as high visibility tape on steps or tactile markings on appliances.
Data management
Ensure that all service delivery to individuals and service user data is promptly and appropriately recorded and managed on the Vision North Somerset database, in accordance with procedures.
Work with team members and volunteers to maintain accuracy of the Vision North Somerset service user database, including collecting data permissions and equality monitoring information from service users during visits.
Local networking and knowledge
Develop and maintain knowledge and resources on relevant services offered by organisations to people in North Somerset. Work with the Administrator to maintain records on online files and paper files (for example service leaflets).
Occasionally attend local meetings, arrange meetings with staff from key local organisations or represent Vision North Somerset to develop mutual knowledge of local services.
Working as part of a team (common to all Vision North Somerset job descriptions)
· Maintain effective communication and positive working relationships with Vision North Somerset staff (and volunteers if appropriate).
· Ensure that other staff understand your role and that you work cooperatively with good communication.
· Maintain awareness of and follow our policies and processes.
· Undertake regular supervision meetings and training in topics such as: accessible information, safeguarding, health and safety, data protection, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
· Assist in the planning and improving of the delivery of service improvement and participate positively in the implementation of new working methods and practices as required.
· Be an excellent ambassador for the charity.
· Carry out any other duties that may reasonably be required in line with your main duties.
Send cover letter addressing your suitability for the role. Any CV's received without a cover letter will not be considered
Contract:Permanent, full time (35 hours over 5 days)
Salary:£33,156 - £41,970 p/annum
Location:Across the Midlands and Worcester
Closing date:Sunday 17th August 2025
Interview stages:Virtual Interview – 26th or 27th August 2025 followed by a second stage interview with a presentation - 9th or 10th September 2025
At Blue Cross, we’re proud of our growing retail operation which plays a vital role in funding our mission to support pets and their owners. Following a strong 2024 and being shortlisted for Outstanding Retail Charity of the Year 2025 by the Charity Retail Association, we’re looking for a talented Retail Area Manager to join our ambitious team and to build on that momentum.
More about the role
As Retail Area Manager, you will oversee a portfolio of Blue Cross shops across the Midlands and Worcester. You’ll be responsible for leading and supporting Shop Managers and volunteers to drive performance, maximise income and deliver an outstanding customer experience – all while upholding our animal welfare values.
You’ll travel regularly between sites (approx. 10,000 business miles/year), supported by a hybrid automatic company vehicle in line with our environmental strategy.
About you
You will bring experience managing multiple retail sites, preferably within the charity sector with vast experience in growing sales and improving net profit. You will be a hands-on leader who can effectively manage and develop both employees and volunteers whilst demonstrating excellent communication and problem-solving skills. A collaborative approach is essential, as the retail team plays a key role in wider Blue Cross initiatives such as Pet Food Banks and the campaign to End Greyhound Racing.
Knowledge, skills, and experience
- Full UK driving licence and comfortable driving an automatic vehicle
- Retail management within a commercial company and/ or a UK registered charity
- Experience of achieving success against financial targets
- Experience of developing and monitoring budgets and operating plans
- Experience of managing, training and developing people
- The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross values
Although not essential, it would be great if you also had:
- Experience of direct management and on-going development of staff in a multi-site situation
- UK charity sector retail management
How to apply
Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.
Blue Cross benefits
Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today.
In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are.
Our generous benefits package includes:
- Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays)
- Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support
- Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family
- Free physiotherapy advice and face to face intervention
- Health cash plan
- Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme
- Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution
- Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support.
- Life assurance
- 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance
- Enhanced family friendly policies
- Recognition scheme
- Annual volunteer days
- Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers
To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Charity Fundraiser
The Vine Centre is looking to appoint a fundraiser.
The Vine Centre is a community based Charity offering inclusive support to those living in Rushmoor and its surrounding areas. We specialise in offering mental health, anger management and addiction support. Our offer also includes employment & training services, budgeting, energy support, IT skills and benefit support. We run social groups, yoga, therapeutic art and cookery classes. We run a community pantry which offers food to those most affected by the cost of living crisis.
The Vine Centre is a one stop shop for support working with the most vulnerable in our area our premises are in Aldershot but our reach is across Surrey & Hampshire.
Previous experience necessary - good IT skills are required, particularly with MS Office, Word and Excel.
The role is offered at 18 hours at £16,848 - (full-time equivalent 37.5 hours - £35,100). This includes 25 days (Pro-Rata) annual leave (plus bank holidays).
The Vine Centre offers flexible working along with pension contributions. Opportunities for Training and Development as well as perks and benefits from Bright Exchange.
Closing date is Monday 28th July 2025 @ 5pm. Interviews will be held the week commencing Monday 4th August 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you an experienced leader with a passion for delivering high-quality care and making a real difference in people's lives? Do you have the skills and dedication to drive excellence in social care? Then we want to hear from you.
As a Registered Manager, you will lead and develop your team, ensuring they feel supported, motivated, and equipped to provide exceptional, person-centred care. You will be responsible for overseeing recruitment, supervision, and performance management while fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture. Additionally, you will take ownership of financial management, ensuring budgets are effectively managed and financial processes are followed.
You will be instrumental in ensuring the service remains fully compliant with all regulatory and safeguarding standards, maintaining the highest levels of quality and safety. As the CQC registered manager, you will oversee quality assurance measures and key performance reporting. You will also build strong relationships with internal teams, external agencies, and the wider community to enhance the support and opportunities available to the people we support.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
StreetGames is a charity passionate about harnessing the power of sport to change the lives of young people and their communities. Through our work with 1,600 trusted local community organisations, StreetGames addresses some of the most pressing issues faced by young people growing up in underserved communities, including poor mental health, food poverty, crime and lack of employment opportunities. We do this by delivering ‘Doorstep Sport’ at the right time, in the right place, in the right style, at the right price and by the right people. Doorstep Sport aims to make sport accessible to everyone regardless of their income and social circumstance.
We are seeking a Network Support Lead (London & South East) to join our team.
The successful candidate will play a vital role in delivering Doorstep Sport offers and support for the network of Locally Trusted Organisations based in the region who support young people from low-income communities to be (more) physically active.
The role involves:
- Working closely with the Network Support Team and the London & South East Place Team to implement regional plans, which ensure that projects, offers and support to Locally Trusted Organisations (LTOs) are effective
- Overseeing and directly delivering a range of workshops and courses, creating and maintaining a safe, supportive, interactive and enjoyable learning environment in all delivery
- Delivering support to the workforce within Doorstep Sport beyond the workshop environment through CPD groups, bite-size learning and other opportunities for improving practice
- Co-ordinating the gathering of monitoring and evaluation information for funder reports, in relation to outputs and outcomes of projects delivered across the region/nationally
This is an exciting opportunity for candidates with experience of successfully managing project work, relationships and working with multiple partners. You will have excellent networking and relationship building skills with the ability to apply these to a range of local and regional organisations.
No candidate will meet every single desired requirement. If your experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you!
Hands Together Ludlow works with partners, stakeholders and volunteers to create a more equitable community in and around Ludlow by reducing isolation, poor health and wellbeing and financial hardship. By bringing volunteers and beneficiaries together though a range of services, we fill the gaps, provide opportunities and support the community to support itself. We believe in building resilience and not dependence.
Our new Chief Operations Officer will pick up the baton passed by our departing COO who took on the challenge with gusto. Our new post holder will be able to build on the current activities and draw on their own skills and experience to take HTL to the next stage in its development.
Job Summary
Providing help, support and opportunities to over 600 people each year, HTL plays a vital role in the town. We are looking for an exceptional individual to take HTL into the next stage in its development. You will be joining a robust organisation with clear policies and procedures in place, in excellent financial order and with a competent, committed and professional staff team.
We are looking for an experienced leader to join our team as a COO. You will be responsible for all aspects of the charity including the day-to-day leadership, funding, operational delivery and development, supported by a Board of Trustees, staff of five and around one hundred volunteers.
You will be based in our Ludlow office, with some activity in other venues in the town as required.
You will be an organised and enthusiastic individual with experience of management (preferably in the charity or third sector arena), ready to join an organisation where no day is the same. If you enjoy working in a collaborative environment, have excellent organisational skills, are passionate about supporting the people of Ludlow and you share our values, then this is an ideal opportunity for you. We’d love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a senior-level role involves developing and delivering strategic media plans that raise awareness, increase support, and position the charity as a partner of choice for donors, fundraisers and corporate sponsors. The successful candidate will manage a small team, shape national media coverage for campaigns and events, and work closely with brand and marketing teams to ensure consistent, impactful messaging.
The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in high-profile media relations, excellent writing and planning skills, and the confidence to lead on proactive and reactive PR. Strong stakeholder management, agency coordination and team leadership experience are essential.
This is a full time role, five days per week, two of which will need to be in the office.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead and deliver proactive media and PR strategies across fundraising, brand campaigns, and corporate partnerships to drive awareness, income, and engagement
- Monitor the news agenda daily to identify opportunities, manage risk, and ensure the organisation is positioned as a leading voice in its field
- Line manage senior team members, contribute to process improvements, and support the development and delivery of team objectives
- Build strong relationships with journalists and media, provide strategic advice to stakeholders, and lead on media training and spokesperson preparation
- Oversee content creation and sign-off, contribute to a 24/7 press office function, and deputise for senior leadership when required
The appointed candidate will have:
- Proven experience leading media campaigns across fundraising and brand marketing
- Strong contacts within national media and an instinct for compelling storytelling
- Experience managing agencies and working cross-functionally
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- A proactive, strategic mindset and ability to handle sensitive issues with sound judgement
If you would be interested in hearing more about this role please send your up to date CV to [email protected].
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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Join Sense at this exciting time and lead safeguarding across an organisation that puts people with complex disabilities at the heart of everything we do.
We’re looking for a strategic safeguarding leader to take on a pivotal role as our Head of Safeguarding, supporting both Sense and Sense International.
This is a unique opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role just as we launch our new organisational strategy—and shape how safeguarding is not only embedded across our work but championed as a core value across every part of Sense.
About the Role
This is your chance to drive a culture of safety, accountability and learning across all parts of our organisation—from frontline services and education settings to our vibrant charity shops and international programmes.
As our Head of Safeguarding, you will:
- Lead the strategic direction of safeguarding at Sense
- Shape, implement and monitor policies that protect and empower the individuals we support
- Support and advise teams across our UK and international operations
- Embed person-led, trauma-informed, and inclusive safeguarding practices
- Be our subject matter expert and represent Sense across national boards, networks and sector events, as well as advising senior leaders and the Board to ensure governance excellence
- Keeping the voices and rights of people, we support at the centre of all decisions
- Leading on serious case reviews, reporting, and continuous improvement
What We’re Looking For
- A safeguarding expert with deep knowledge of social care and education legislation across the UK
- A strategic thinker who can influence at Board level while supporting our frontline staff
- An inspiring leader who thrives on collaboration, learning and challenge
- Someone with a demonstrable commitment to addressing diversity and inclusion in all elements of Safeguarding policy and practice, including the ‘Making Safeguarding Personal’ initiative
- Proven experience working in health & social care and/or the charity sector
Please review the full job description and person specification, attached to this advertisement.
About Sense
For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Sense are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.
Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.
To apply
Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the job description and person specification before applying.
Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.
No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role.
For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.
We are looking to welcome an approachable, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable Community-based Dementia Adviser on a fixed term basis until March 21st 2026 who will focus on supporting people affected by Dementia across the Coventry area. This will be a fantastic secondment opportunity for an internal member of the organisation.
You will be joining an experienced team of Dementia Advisers across the Coventry area, using a person-centred approach to provide expert local guidance, information and advice to people living with Dementia and their family/carers. We pride ourselves on supporting a diverse local population in Coventry, so an inclusive attitude and mindset is important to ensure we support everyone in the best way possible.
About you
You will have:
- Empathy, patience, and excellent communication skills, to help support people to maintain their independence, improve their sense of well-being, and help them take more control of their lives.
- Good IT skills and experience working with databases and virtual meeting software (e.g., MS Teams and Zoom
- A good understanding of the challenges faced by carers and those living with dementia and to deliver support compassionately along with an understanding of the need for client confidentially.
- The ability to work and travel independently across the Coventry area
- Great communication skills, adapting your approach to ensure understanding at all levels.
- Effective networking, influencing and community engagement skills.
Interviews will be held on the 21st August.
What you’ll focus on:
- Provide person-centred information and advice via phone, email, face-to-face visits, or group settings.
- Facilitate and support a range of information, support and activity groups in Coventry
- Work collaboratively with health and social care professionals to support integrated care planning.
- Support individuals in navigating local services, benefits, and community resources.
- Maintain accurate, confidential records of service user interactions.
- Raise awareness of dementia and promote positive attitudes through community engagement.
About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what’s our mission?
Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.
At Alzheimer’s Society, we’re the UK’s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.
Together with our supporters, we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.
Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.
Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as part of a minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.
Our hiring process
We want you to bring your whole self to the process. Applications are anonymised until interview stage, and we’re happy to support any adjustments. Share your feedback via our candidate survey when applying to help us improve. We may close early if we receive high interest (with 48 hours’ notice). Some roles may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment commitment. Thinking about using AI during the recruitment process? we know this can be helpful in many ways but remember to include your personal and authentic self too. Your voice and experience are what really set you apart.
Giving back to you
At Alzheimer’s Society, we value our people and take a total reward approach to pay and benefits. You’ll enjoy a generous double-matched pension scheme, 27 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays and wellbeing days), and access to a free Bupa Cash Plan, 24/7 EAP, Thrive mental wellbeing support, and virtual GP services. Our Society Plus platform offers exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition schemes, while our flexible working, family-friendly policies, and life assurance provide peace of mind and work/life balance. We also offer a free Will-writing service and long service awards to recognise your ongoing commitment.
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Terms and Conditions
Job Title: Visitor Experience Manager
Hours of work: 21 hours per week.
Salary: £24,000
Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays (Pro Rota)
Contract: 12 month contract, to be reviewed on successful NLHF application
Role Description
Working with other staff and volunteers, you will oversee the visitor experience to ensure a consistently high standard, delivering a wide-ranging programme of activities that will also attract a new and diverse audience to the Cathedral whilst maximising visitor donations and income.
Key Responsibilities
- Commitment to the Cathedral’s values and inclusive culture and to demonstrate them through professional behaviour working with clergy, staff and volunteers
- Management and oversight of visitor experience ensuring all visitors have a positive experience, whether they come to the Cathedral as a sightseer, pilgrim, worshipper, or event attendee
- Ensure safe recruitment, induction, training and management of paid Welcome Assistants to offer a consistently high standard of welcome and increase donated income
- Liaise with all volunteer groups involved in the visitor experience, including Welcome Stewards, Chaplains, Tower Tour Guides, Tour Guides, LEGO model builders to ensure consistency of welcome
- Deliver an exciting programme of visitor events and activities that generates income and growth whilst supporting the Cathedral’s Mission, Values and Strategic Objectives
- Make connections between Cathedral attractions, the Cathedral shop and Pilgrims’ Kitchen restaurant, and support a culture of collaboration to develop and enhance the experience for visitors
- Support the work of the Volunteer Manager to ensure that volunteers are appropriately recruited, valued, trained (particularly in respect of safeguarding), communicated with, and acknowledged)
- Work with the Head Verger/Event Manager on key projects which impact the visitor experience and drive visitor footfall
- Work with the Head Verger/Event Manager to propose and develop new and innovative projects/exhibitions to appeal to the local, and repeat visit, audience
- Be proactive in key events/projects which have a direct visitor impact, in terms of planning, scheduling and onsite operations
- Work with the Marketing and Communications Manager to ensure a consistent visitor offer ensuring positive messaging and promotion and highlight good news and events
- To present the best possible image of the Cathedral in general and in all contact and communications with the public, visitors, suppliers and all other external organisations
- Ensure high quality effective signage is in place that promotes the activities of the Cathedral and supports the visitor experience
- Maintain high quality interpretation in a range of media to meet differing visitor needs
- · Act as the ‘accessibility and diversity champion’ to ensure the Cathedral buildings, facilities and services are accessible for visitors with mobility and other special needs, as well as being involved in projects to create a wider appeal, particularly more diverse audiences
- Be alert to opportunities to work with partners in the town and County to bring visitors to the Cathedral
- Produce and manage a relevant and realistic budget for Visitor Experience and ensure operation within that budget are constantly monitored, forecasting and reporting performance against budget in conjunction with the Chief Finance Officer
- Regularly review, analyse, and report on visitor statistics to identify next steps and future requirements
- Uphold and comply with the organisation’s policies and the law in relation to health and safety, equal opportunities, safeguarding, data protection and other adopted policies and procedures as required
Person Specification
Essential Qualities
- Sensitive to the Cathedral’s core mission as a place of worship, outreach, welcome and care, which underpins its commercial activities
- Experience in leading people within a visitor-focused operation
- Background in heritage, tourism or hospitality
- Experience of line management, team working, networking and relationship building
- A proven track record of commercial acumen and taking measured risks
- Ability to manage the complexity of demands posed by both a religious, conservation and commercial environment
- Ability to consider and see different perspectives on issues between people across departments or organisations for mutual benefit
- Ability to influence and persuade stakeholders and gain commitment of others to act and achieve outcomes
- Excel at being able to operate flexibly and prioritise issues and opportunities as needed
- Ability to communicate effectively with people of all ages and at all levels
- An ability to work flexibly including some evenings and weekends
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher and Excel
Desired Qualities
- Familiarity with the Church of England, particularly Cathedrals
- Experience of working with volunteers
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
Probationary and notice period
In accordance with current Chapter Policy, the post is subject to a 12 week probationary period. After completion of the probationary period the notice period is one month.
Pension
After 12 weeks’ service, the post-holder with be auto-enrolled into a pension scheme with the Church Workers Pension Fund.
Policies and Procedures
To be familiar and comply with Cathedral Policies where applicable but in particular the Health & Safety Policy, the Safeguarding Policy and the Cathedral’s Social Media Policy.
Other terms and conditions
This is only a summary of the terms and conditions offered and does not replace the wording of the Standard Terms and Conditions which will form the contract between the successful candidate and the Chapter.
An application form can be found on our website please follow the instruction there to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, and highly professional individual who would like to be part of Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Adviser Service in North-East Lincolnshire. This will cover Grimsby, Cleethorpes, Immingham and surrounding villages. The Dementia Service provides responsive and individualised support to people affected by dementia.
You will manage your own case load, pan and facilitate a monthly dementia café and host pop up information stands. You will be part of a highly motivated and supportive team, where you will share responsibility of some admin tasks, including local service telephone cover, building relationships with a range of local contacts, networking with health and care professionals and voluntary sector organisations and working together to make dementia a priority in North East Lincolnshire.
You will be part of the Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Support and Partnership Directorate, we delivery direct support to people affected by dementia and their caregivers ensuring that they are at the centre of decision-making and have access to the right support at the right time.
About you
- An empathetic listener, and effective communicator who adapts their style to suit the audience – from carers and families to medical professionals and colleagues, using a non-judgemental manner and a person centred, empowering approach.
- As a result of your assessment be able to identify, signpost and refer people to services that meet their individual needs.
- Possess good IT skills to be able to accurately record keep using our client record systems with meaningful and valuable data.
- Understand client confidentiality and how this is applied when representing client needs.
- Be able to manage your time and workload effectively, have the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Live within, or in commutable distance from North East Lincolnshire, able to travel across the area.
Interview dates: 15th August
What you’ll focus on:
- Offer a vital and compassionate dementia advice service to identify people’s needs support with advice and guidance in person, over the telephone, via virtual options or in writing; working from our office hub, your own home, information stands and out in the community.
- Network and collaborate with other organisations who can support the needs of people affected by dementia.
- Develop an inclusive proactive approach in reaching people with dementia and carers who may not otherwise access our services
- Plan and facilitate monthly memory café, creating a safe and welcoming space for people affected by dementia and role manage volunteers who support our work.
- Have resilience to manage and support challenging and potentially emotional situations.
- Provide high quality services that are compliant with Alzheimer’s Society’s policies and meet legal requirements, such as Data Protection and Safeguarding.
About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what’s our mission?
Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.
At Alzheimer’s Society, we’re the UK’s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.
Together with our supporters, we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.
Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.
Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as part of a minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.
Our hiring process
We want you to bring your whole self to the process. Applications are anonymised until interview stage, and we’re happy to support any adjustments. Share your feedback via our candidate survey when applying to help us improve. We may close early if we receive high interest (with 48 hours’ notice). Some roles may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment commitment. Thinking about using AI during the recruitment process? we know this can be helpful in many ways but remember to include your personal and authentic self too. Your voice and experience are what really set you apart.
Giving back to you
At Alzheimer’s Society, we value our people and take a total reward approach to pay and benefits. You’ll enjoy a generous double-matched pension scheme, 27 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays and wellbeing days), and access to a free Bupa Cash Plan, 24/7 EAP, Thrive mental wellbeing support, and virtual GP services. Our Society Plus platform offers exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition schemes, while our flexible working, family-friendly policies, and life assurance provide peace of mind and work/life balance. We also offer a free Will-writing service and long service awards to recognise your ongoing commitment.
Are you passionate about empowering South Asian women and making a meaningful impact in your community?
We are looking for a dedicated, compassionate Community Caseworker to join our team and provide frontline support to South Asian single mothers affected by domestic abuse. This is a unique opportunity to combine direct advocacy with community outreach and project work, helping us to deliver and develop our vital services.
Who We Are
Maa Shanti is a specialist charity supporting South Asian single mothers and their children who have experienced domestic abuse. We offer culturally responsive, trauma-informed support to help women rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Our services include one-to-one casework, advocacy, group activities, mental health support, and community outreach. We work in partnership with local organisations to ensure women are heard, respected, and supported every step of the way.
What You’ll Do:
- Provide one-to-one emotional and practical support to women impacted by domestic abuse and exploitation
- Deliver in-person outreach and advocacy across North (with a focus on South Camden) and East London
- Build referral pathways and collaborate with grassroots organisations to strengthen community connections
- Facilitate workshops, group activities, and online peer spaces
- Help shape new services based on lived experience and community feedback
- Promote awareness of domestic abuse within South Asian communities and represent Maa Shanti at local forums
What We’re Looking For:
- At least 3 years’ experience (paid or voluntary) in VAWG, social care, or community support
- Fluency in a South Asian language (e.g. Bengali, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi)
- Experience supporting vulnerable groups, especially survivors of abuse and migrants
- A strong understanding of cultural barriers and intersectional challenges faced by South Asian women
- Confidence working both independently and collaboratively, with excellent communication skills
- A trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and empowerment-focused approach
What We Offer:
- Flexible hybrid working with a supportive, mission-driven team
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- A chance to make a real difference in the lives of marginalised women and children
Please Note:
This post is open to women only, under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. Cultural knowledge and lived/community experience of South Asian contexts will be highly valued.
If you're passionate about empowering women, tackling inequality, and working as part of a supportive and mission-led team, we’d love to hear from you.
How to Apply:
Send your CV and a covering letter, no more than 2 pages long, outlining how you meet the essential criteria set out in the person specification and your interest in this role.
Application deadline: Sunday 17 August 2025
Interviews: Thursday 4 and Friday 5 September 2025
Join us in creating safer futures for South Asian single mothers. Your work will matter.
This post is open to women only in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1, which allows for gender as a genuine occupational requirement for the role.
Do you have good listening and communication skills and an interest in supporting vulnerable people in Bristol?
Our client is looking for people to join their Bristol Complex Needs service in Speedwell and Totterdown as Project Workers. Their projects provide accommodation and housing related support to people experiencing homelessness; dedicated to providing a safe, high quality and inclusive service to people while they are living in the hostel, and a positive move-on into independent housing.
In the role of Project Worker, you will:
- Oversee a caseload of clients and provide ongoing 1-1 support in an approachable, caring and person-centred way.
- Provide practical and personal support to clients with complex needs around areas such as housing and health.
- Have a good understanding of a person centred approach and how to provide the right support to clients to meet individual needs, identifying personal aims and ambitions and making plans to achieve them.
- Work with the team, external statutory agencies and voluntary organisations to ensure everyone has access to available support.
- Continue to develop your skills further around working with clients in a holistic way, and to gain a deeper understanding of housing and benefits law, and other specialist areas through training, supervision and line management support.
These roles have a variety of weekly shift-based rotas (Monday Friday and Monday-Sunday). Further information will be provided at interview. In some of these role’s staff can claim an additional 20% pay premium for hours worked between 8pm and 8am Monday to Friday, and all hours worked on Saturday and Sunday.
About you
They are looking for enthusiastic people with experience of dealing with complex and difficult situations in relation to people and helping people throughout difficult periods and a process of change. You should also demonstrate:
- A sound understanding of the issues faced by people experiencing homelessness, and the difficulties they can experience in accessing services.
- Some experience of liaising with a number of individuals or agencies to achieve effective outcomes for others.
- Excellent communication and listening skills and the ability to work with a variety of different people.
- The ability to work in a role that supports vulnerable people and maintain high level of contact with clients on a day to day basis.
- Above all, you should have a genuine desire to support people to transform their lives and a non-judgemental approach to working with people with complex needs.
Our client is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. They strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.
Closing date: 10 am on 6 August 2025
Interview and assessments on: week commencing 18 August 2025