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Blackburn Cathedral is looking to appoint two fundraisers to work within a small, yet creative and motivated team. One post holder will focus on applications to trusts and foundations, the other on community, events and individual giving. 2026 marks a significant moment in the life of Blackburn Cathedral as we celebrate our Centenary. We have exciting plans to remember the past, celebrate the present and to work towards ensuring a legacy that lasts for the next century too. The Cathedral has secured funds from the Cathedral Sustainability Fund for two years to kick start a major period of fundraising activity and we are seeking a proactive fundraiser to help drive a number of unique, landmark, capital projects. There will be a range of activities throughout the year that celebrate the rich history of our Cathedral for the fundraisers to be involved with, and it is an exciting time to join the team.

Person Specification • The grants fundraiser will have strong relationship skills, the ability to communicate effectively (written and orally) with decision makers, delivering the case for support to a range of individuals and groups, with evidence of successful grant applications • You will be confident speaking to individuals at all levels, presenting the Centenary Campaign in different environments and deliver engaging pitches resulting in funds being raised • You will be willing to work in a team, gather data and write compelling fundraising applications to a range of trusts and foundations • You will have an eye for detail, the ability to capture important data and comply with Data Protection Regulations and fundraising best practice

This role description is a working document giving guidance to the major tasks to be performed. It is to be understood that the post is likely to develop to meet changing demands and expectations. • Build an understanding of the local, regional and national picture for trust fundraising in the areas of the capital targets already identified • Identify and build relationships with external fund holders • Be an efficient time manager and meet external deadlines for applications • Create engaging campaigns for fundraising and increase awareness of the opportunities • Develop resources to support successful fundraising applications • Act as the point of contact for fundraising applications for the Cathedral • Report on progress and plans to senior management • Support Safeguarding best practice within the Cathedral • Actively work to raise the profile of the Cathedral locally and nationally • Stay up to date with fundraising best practice and innovation

Experience Essential: • Evidence of creative and successful fundraising applications to trusts and foundations including banks, local authorities, corporates and charities • Experience of working in the community, voluntary and / or not for profit sectors • Excellent organisational and communication skills • Willingness to work flexibly across the week / weekends to support the wider team • Fluent in Microsoft 365 including SharePoint, Word, Excel and Outlook Desirable: • Experience of growing income through successful applications for capital projects in the not for profit sector • Current working knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice for fundraising • Experience of meeting targets in a small team • Working knowledge of Church of England fundraising

Blackburn Cathedral is looking to appoint two fundraisers to work within a small, yet creative and motivated team. One post holder will focus on community, events and individual giving, the other on applications to trusts and foundations. 2026 marks a significant moment in the life of Blackburn Cathedral as we celebrate our Centenary. We have exciting plans to remember the past, celebrate the present and to work towards ensuring a legacy that lasts for the next century too. The Cathedral has secured funds from the Cathedral Sustainability Fund for two years to kick start a major period of fundraising activity and we are seeking a proactive fundraiser to help drive a number of unique, landmark, capital projects. There will be a range of activities throughout the year that celebrate the rich history of our Cathedral for the fundraisers to be involved with, and it is an exciting time to join the team.

Person Specification • The fundraiser for community will have strong relationship skills, the ability to communicate effectively with a range of individuals and groups, with evidence of successful short and long term partnerships. • You will be confident speaking to individuals at all levels, present the Centenary Campaign in different environments and deliver engaging pitches resulting in funds raised • You will be willing to work with Team members, be creative and ambitious with the events and community led approaches to fundraising • You will have an eye for detail, the ability to capture important data and comply with Data Protection Regulations and fundraising best practice

Role Description This role description is a working document giving guidance to the major tasks to be performed. It is to be understood that the post is likely to develop to meet changing demands and expectations. • Build an understanding of the local, regional and national picture for trust fundraising in the areas of the capital targets already identified • Identify and build relationships with key individuals and groups within the Cathedral community and externally • Create engaging campaigns for fundraising and increase awareness of the opportunities • Organise events and fundraising activities which are creative, highly valued and effective • Support individual fundraising campaigns with high quality stewardship and support • Work with and support volunteers to assist with fundraising activity • Develop resources to aid the case for support for successful fundraising applications • Act as the point of contact for fundraising applications for the Cathedral • Report on progress and plans to senior management  • Support Safeguarding best practice within the Cathedral • Actively work to raise the profile of the Cathedral locally and nationally • Stay up to date with fundraising best practice and innovation Experience Essential: • Evidence of creative and successful fundraising campaigns • Experience of working in the community, voluntary and / or not for profit sectors • `Excellent organisational and communication skills • Supportive and patient towards volunteers in the team • Working knowledge and competency to proactively and imaginatively use social media • Willingness to work flexibly across the week / weekends to support the wider team • Fluent in Microsoft 365 including SharePoint, Word, Excel and Outlook Desirable: • Experience of growing income for capital projects in the not for profit sector • Current working knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice for fundraising • Proven track record in fundraising within community and individual giving • Experience of meeting targets in a small team • Working knowledge of Church of England fundraising

DUTIES

Production of sales invoices

Organising bank payments

Day to day bookkeeping, running purchase and sales ledgers, bank reconciliations, cash reconciliations via Sage

Management of restricted funds

Reconciliation of investment reports

Production of monthly management accounts and reporting

Production of annual budgets,
cash flow forecasts, any financial / business plans as required

Preparation and submission of gift aid claims

Preparation and submission of VAT returns

Running the weekly and monthly payroll

Submission of Companies House returns

Preparation of trading company accounts

CORE COMPETENCIES / QUALITIES / EXPERIENCE

Recognised accountancy qualification

Employment history / experience of bookkeeping and preparation of monthly management accounts

Experience of Sage Accounting

Competent in MS Office especially Excel

Organisational skills

Ability to plan and prioritising work

Ability to meet filing deadlines.

Ability to prepare accurate, timely, and clear information to enable the trustees to make decisions.

Ability to present material graphically

Ability to analyse and comment upon medium and long term trends

DESIRABLE

Knowledge of gift aid

Knowledge of charity accounting

Knowledge of relevant VAT rules
(e.g. de minimis rules).

Experience with financial processes and financial governance.

Since 1998 Here We Are (HWA) registered charity SC027715, has been a community resource providing information on the development and history of the parish of Cairndow/Kilmorich in Argyll.  It seeks to maximise the benefits of stimulating and satisfying curiosity about a local community in order to bridge the gap between visitor and visited.  It has an extensive collection of photographs and has mounted several online and physical exhibitions.

At its centre near Cairndow, at the head of Loch Fyne, HWA shows how a rural community, while loyal to its roots, makes its way in the modern world.  HWA has created two renewable energy companies and is recognised as a social capital champion by Assist Social Capital and the Scottish Communities Foundation.   

An opportunity has arisen to create a research and development role, and this would suit someone with a keen interest in social history or environmental history, particularly the effects on isolated and rural communities.  Interest in providing interpretation to make this accessible to a wider audience would be desirable.

THE ROLE

This is an opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic person to join our team and take us forward in new directions. 

As well as the research role, this position will include general administrative elements to support the team, meeting and greeting visitors, and the opportunity to develop bookkeeping skills.  Training will be provided.  Support can also be provided via Newcastle University’s history department for funding bids, collaborations and more.

We will be supportive of an applicant’s suggested initiatives.

PRIORITIES

· Creating links between the existing projects and archives generated by HWA and assisting in updating and extending them

· Developing new project ideas that link Landscape, Social History and the issues facing rural communities

· Building local and regional collaborations with other organisations to develop beneficial projects and activities and to raise the profile of HWA

TERMS

This position will be based at the Here We Are Centre (PA16 8BL) and is expected to be four days per week (0900 – 1500), although there is flexibility in this. This is an in person role.

Salary: £22,000 - £26,000 FTE pro rata for 22 hours per week

Holidays will be 5.6 weeks per year, pro rata, and HWA is closed over Christmas and New Year.

TO APPLY

If you are interested in this role, please send a CV and short covering letter (up to 300 words) explaining why you would like this post

2025 has been a defining year for the Tibetan community. From the devastating earthquake at the start of the year, to the joyful global celebrations of His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday, to increased political focus on the region in recent months — Tibet is firmly on the global stage. Now is the perfect time to join our team and help us harness this attention to raise Tibetan voices and secure the future of our work.

We are seeking an ambitious, creative, and strategic Head of Fundraising to lead our income generation, diversify our revenue, and build the sustainable growth needed for decades to come.

This is a career-defining opportunity: you will have the chance to innovate brand new fundraising products, shape strategy, and be a spokesperson for our organisation at a time of real international momentum.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading our fundraising work with responsibility for delivering a £500k income target in year one.
• Growing and diversifying our income across individual giving, major donors, corporates, trusts & foundations, and legacies.
• Managing and developing our Sponsorship Scheme, with support from a Fundraising Officer.
• Building new supporter pipelines and creating compelling propositions that inspire people to act.
• Working closely with colleagues to connect fundraising and communications, sharing powerful stories of Tibetan resilience and culture.

Why join us?
This is not just another fundraising job. It’s a rare opportunity to:

• Shape a new era of fundraising at a pivotal time in Tibetan history.
• Be exposed to the beauty of Tibetan culture, with opportunities to learn directly from communities — and where possible, to visit them.
• Lead innovation, testing bold new products and approaches.
• Own both new and existing income streams, making your mark on our long-term sustainability.
• Step into the public spotlight as a spokesperson for our cause.

The global and political picture of Tibet will only grow in prominence in the years ahead. This is your chance to be at the forefront — helping ensure Tibetan communities around the world have the resources and support they need.

Benefits

• Enhanced annual leave increasing from 25 to 30 days over the first five years (plus bank holidays)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Holiday buying and selling scheme
• Employee volunteer days

How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining your experience and motivation on CharityJobs.

Applications close on Thursday 30th October.

First round interviews will take place online, with second round interviews in person at our Camden office.

About us

NCT is a charity with a clear mission: to support people as they become parents, through pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood.

With a 65-year history of transformative change, we are a vibrant community of volunteers, practitioners, peer supporters, members and advocates. We are the largest parenting charity in the country and over the decades we’ve supported millions of people on their unique journey into parenthood. 

While many know us for our antenatal classes, we also do much more. We campaign on issues that matter to parents, provide infant feeding support, and run thousands of free community events and activities led by our amazing volunteers. We also support families facing challenges like social isolation, feeding difficulties, and poor mental health. We offer support in communities, in hospitals and online.

Job Title: West Kent Infant Feeding Regional Lead

Contract: Fixed term to 1st January 2029

Contract type: Part time

Hours per week: 28 hours per week

Location: Kent community based, including covering Maidstone, Malling, Seven Oaks, Tonbridge & Tonbridge Wells

Salary: £27,000 FTE

Closing date: Thursday 4th November

Interview date: Interviews will be conducted week commencing 10th November

About the role

Join our passionate team and contribute to the meaningful work that transforms the love of parents and families. The West Kent Infant Feeding Regional Lead is a vital role that will ensure the smooth delivery of the NCT Infant Feeing Peer Support service within their region. Building strong relationships with local stakeholders to embed NCT peer support within the Infant Feeding referral pathway.

Your role will include: 

· Providing line management and support to the NCT Infant Feeding Peer Support staff and volunteer team within your region.

· Engage with underrepresented communities through networking with other local organisations.

· Working with and supporting peer supporters to carry out their role.

· Managing peer support rotas for place-based community support within your region.

·  Responding to referrals and signposting to health professionals as and where required.

About you

· Have a passion for breastfeeding and ensuring every family in Kent has accessible support.

· Have experience in motivating teams and managing volunteers

· Experience of working alongside health professions.

· Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to build consensus.

· Have worked within or have knowledge of the local perinatal services and communities within the West Kent area.

Our Benefits – What we offer you

We value our team and offer fantastic benefits to support your well-being and professional growth:

· 30 days annual leave (excluding Bank Holidays)

· Pension matched up to 5%

· Flexible working options to suite your lifestyle

· Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 GP access, personalised counselling, legal advice and more

· Cycle to work scheme to support sustainable commuting

· Life Assurance for peace of mind

· Free eye test for all staff, with further discounts

· Blue Light discount card

At NCT, we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within your role, please let us know—we’re here to support you.  Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of something truly special!

How to apply

Visit our website for details on how to apply

We're looking for 2 kind, compassionate and resilient Waking Night Support Workers to join our East London Apartments service in Hackney.

£25,972.00 Per Annum working 36 hours per week.

Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here.

Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.

Our benefits include:

Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
Free DBS
Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
Fully paid induction programme and further training
ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
Online wellbeing resources
A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

East London Apartments provides 24 hour accommodation based support for up to 31 individuals with complex histories, multiple traumas, complex personality disorder(s) and a varied, disrupted housing history with experience of homelessness as well as individuals who have been diagnosed with severe and enduring mental health conditions who are under the Care Programme Approach (CPA).

East London Apartments implements and promotes the Psychologically Informed Environment (PIE) model. This is an approach which was developed to support people out of homelessness, in particular those who have experienced complex trauma or are diagnosed with a personality disorder. However, its application is far broader than only homelessness. It considers the psychological needs of staff: developing skills and knowledge, increasing motivation, job satisfaction and resilience.

When working with individuals with complex needs, who may display challenging, chaotic behaviours, regularly testing boundaries and have experienced multiple traumas as a result of abuse, neglect, years of street homelessness, or long stays in mental health hospitals, it is integral that the post holder is motivated to support individuals to progress. They should continually hold aspirations for individuals despite multiple setbacks, and display emotional resilience, able to process challenging incidents and remain motivated to deliver excellent support.Night Support Workers enable people with particular needs to manage their tenancies and live independent lives of their choosing in the community. Night Support Workers are responsible for ensuring continuity of a support service at night and for keeping customers and the building safe.

This role involves waking nights shifts on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, with10 hour shifts.

For a full job description, please visit our website.

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead

What you'll bring:

Essential:

NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent with some previous relevant sector work experience

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.

We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:

We focus on Excellence and innovation.
We are Caring and Compassionate.
We are Inclusive and Trusted.
We work in Partnership and are One-Team.

Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

Gaddum provides therapeutic support within the CYP Bereavement Therapy Service and the Complex Care Therapy Service across Greater Manchester. Our CYP Bereavement Therapy Service is delivered across Manchester and Salford. Our Complex Care Service is delivered across Salford, Rochdale and Stockport. Our Kentown Support Service will be delivered across Greater Manchester.

Role Purpose:

Working as part of the Gaddum CYP Bereavement Therapy and Complex Care Team, your role will be to provide effective and efficient administrative support to ensure the smooth running of Gaddum’s therapy services. You will be responsible for ensuring that all administration tasks are completed with a high level of accuracy and in accordance with relevant policies and procedures.

You will demonstrate appropriate professionalism and empathy towards clients both face to face and over the phone. A keen eye for detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to multi-task and effectively prioritise is key to the success of this role.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

· Processing referrals: adding them to our database as well as our waitlist spreadsheet, sending out therapy agreement emails to gain consent from families, communicating with referrers/other professionals where needed

· Screening referrals: for any unsuitable or high-risk cases, identifying those 16+ to help us build list for trainees

· Completing follow ups where needed - such as awaiting carer response to agreement/consent email, or we are waiting to hear back about something

· Responding to queries from professionals or service users

· Monitoring email boxes and supporting to monitor waitlist

· Completing IA’s with families who are due to start therapy

· Assisting with therapy bookings where needed (may be contacting schools or community venues on behalf of therapists)

· Liaising with professionals and assisting with onward referrals

· Keeping records up to date

· Communicating cancellations/scheduling changes to therapists or clients or both

· Support therapists with collecting feedback from parents/carers

· Attend team meetings, assisting with minutes where possible, helping to share information with the team

· Support with onboarding of new staff/volunteers/trainees, including support for CRM training and access

· Signposting for other services

· Communicate referral decisions to clients and healthcare professionals in line with procedures.

· SilverCloud supporter

· Assisting with data gathering for reporting if needed

· MHSDS submissions

All staff are expected to work within all Gaddum policies and procedures. This role is subject to Basic DBS check.

Job Description

Warehouse Shift Coordinator (Maternity Cover)

 

Reporting to: Warehouse Manager

Location: FareShare Southern Central (Southampton)

Contract Type: 12 Months Fixed Term Maternity Cover

Hours: 35 hours  per week

Salary: £22,495 - £23,170

About FareShare

 Our Vision: A UK where “No good food goes to waste”. 

We are UK’s national network of charitable food redistributors, made up of 18 independent organisations. Together, we take good quality surplus food from right across the food industry and get it to approximately 8,500 frontline charities and community groups.  Every week we provide enough food to create almost a million meals for vulnerable people.

There has never been a more exciting time to join an organisation at the heart of public consciousness. 

FareShare is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities and as a Disability Confident Employer, we provide reasonable adjustments.

We aim to recruit from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our commitment to redistributing surplus food, come and join us.

FareShare’s Strategy & Vision
Vision: We have the vision of a UK where “No good food goes to waste”.

Mission: To use surplus, fit for consumption, food to feed those who are vulnerable in the UK by supporting front line charitable organisations that tackle the cause and not just the symptoms of food poverty.

Our Purpose

We are doers. We are a community. We change lives.

Our Values

Passion for our cause and the challenge that lies ahead.

Ambition to go the extra mile and drive the change that must happen.

Respect for ourselves, each other, our volunteers, our partners and our beneficiaries.

Collaboration it’s only by working with others that we can be stronger.

Focus on providing the best service possible so that we deliver and achieve the most for our clients/customers.

 

The Role

This is an exciting time to join FareShare as we enter a period of expansion. This successful applicant will co-ordinate the day-to-day operations, oversee and support a team of volunteers and ensure the ongoing success of the FareShare Southern Central food warehouse in Southampton. This will involve working closely with warehouse colleagues and volunteers to ensure that all operational activities are completed to the agreed timetable and to the food safety standards set out in the FareShare operating manual. As an employer committed to Equal Opportunities, we will assess applications in line with these criteria that we consider either as being essential or desirable in this role.

Main Areas of Responsibility

Operations

Work as a team with the Warehouse Manager, Deputy Warehouse Manager colleagues and volunteers to ensure all shifts are adequately planned, supervised and meet operational needs.

Responsible for organising food distribution using the FareShare food management systems.

Maintain excellent relations and communications with volunteers, staff, food suppliers and charities.

Ensuring all key activities and milestones per shift are met.

Work with the Warehouse Manager to develop new operational processes as required and take an active role in their  implementation.

To carry out any other duties which may be necessary.

Health & Safety

Be responsible for the Health & Safety and security of FareShare Southern Central buildings, vehicles, staff and volunteers.

Carry out & update risk assessments as defined by the FareShare operating manual and complete risk assessments for all new activity as required.

Ensure compliance with all FareShare policies and procedures and industry standards as required by food donors and regulators.

To ensure that the vans used by FareShare Southern Central are roadworthy and legal (taxed and insured) and to ensure there is payment of appropriate charges

Support the development of relevant policies and procedures for FareShare and to ensure that all staff, volunteers, food suppliers, charities and visitors adhere to them as appropriate

To comply with monitoring and evaluation systems as required for the Regional Centre’s activities and report regularly to the Warehouse Manager as required 

Operating Hours and Shift Pattern

Position will be 7am to 3pm/ 8am – 4pm, Monday – Friday and occasional Saturdays on a rota basis.  

Flexibility to provide cover for planned and ad-hoc absences as well as Public and Bank Holidays is highly desirable in this role and also offers the opportunity for additional hours to supplement the core hours.

What you’ll bring - Essential

We have listed below, the experience and attributes we’re looking for, but we understand that not everyone will tick every box. So don’t worry. If you can demonstrate the core competencies, and more importantly, have the drive and passion for the role – we’d still love to hear from you. We’re committed to supporting your development in the areas where you may have less experience

• You are someone with an interest in food insecurity
• Level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene.
• Experience of working as part of a team.
• You’ll be pro-active, organised and able to work under pressure, whilst maintaining excellent attention to detail.

At least one years’ experience of one or more of the following:

• Supervising/managing staff and/or volunteers.
• Warehousing operation.
• Food distribution.
• Experience of working in a team with evidence of demonstrating a flexible approach to team working.
• Experience of working on own initiative, able to manage own workload and prioritise tasks to meet objectives.
• Computer literate with experience of working with MS Office and other bespoke software packages.
• Experience of driving vans / medium sized vehicles 3.5 Ton.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills, clear ability to adapt approach to a diverse range of audiences.
• Team player able to motivate and develop people through positive approaches.
• Full Clean driving license.

What you’ll bring - Desirable

• Level 2 Food Safety Qualification.
• Experience of taking responsibility for health and safety issues within a food distribution and/or warehousing operation.
• Experience of working in a highly regulated environment and demonstrable risk assessment capabilities.
• Experience of delivering training to staff or volunteers.
• Experience of working with people who may have additional support needs

Competencies and Behaviours

• Excellent communication both written and verbal, to various audiences.
• Proven ability to provide a customer focused service.
• Excellent, proven organisational skills.
• A passion for FareShare’s mission.

Application Process

Closing date for submitting your application is 24th October 2025.

Kerry Community Youth Services is now inviting applications from suitably qualified, motivated and experienced individuals with the vision and drive required to lead our organisation.

We currently wish to recruit a Chief Executive Officer.

The successful candidates will work closely with the Board of Kerry Community Youth Service to deliver our new strategic plan 2023 - 2026. The successful candidate will also work closely with key personnel across Kerry Community Youth Service to ensure our services, facilities and projects continue to be responsive to the needs of the families, communities, and young people that we work with.

The CEO will have responsibility for the management, finance, governance and compliance portfolio across the organisation as well as ensuring that all reporting and auditing requirements are fulfilled in a timely manner.

As well as leading a very committed staff team across Kerry Community Youth Service, the CEO will foster, develop, and promote the role of volunteers across the organization.

Working closely, collaboratively and effectively with a range of external strategic partners and funders (both statutory and non-statutory at a regional, national and European level), and in particular with Youth Work Ireland, the CEO will garner as many resources as possible to ensure that “youth work for all” is a reality for all young people in Kerry.

If you feel you have the experience, drive and passion for the work and ethos of Kerry Community Youth Service, we would love to hear from you.

Applicants must have:

• A recognised third level qualification relevant to the post.
• Minimum 5 years senior management experience in youth and community sector or the broader voluntary sector.
• Financial acumen and resource management experience.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and networking skills.
• High degree of integrity and leadership to lead a dynamic and committed staff team.
• An excellent level of IT, social media and administrative skills.
• Imaginative, flexible and can-do approach.
• A commitment to the ethos, values, history, and culture of Kerry Community Youth Service.

An 8-point Salary Scale (€80,668.03 - €100,530.23) is associated with the role. The point of entry will be negotiated with the selected candidate who has the skills, experience and vision required to lead this unique organisation.

Applications will only be accepted from candidates who submit the following:

1. Completed signed Application Form. 

2. Letter of application outlining your suitability for the position (250 words).

3. An UpToDate CV.

When you click apply you will be redirected to our website where you can find out more information and access all the supporting/required documents.

 

Closing date for receipt of applications by 5.00 pm, Friday, 31st of October 2025.

Youth Work Ireland and all its affiliated members including KCYS, are equal opportunities employers. Full Driving License and own transport are required.

1st interviews will take place on 28th of November 2025 in Killarney.

2nd interviews will take place on 12th of December 2025 in Killarney.

If you feel you have the experience, drive and passion for the work and ethos of Kerry Community Youth Service, we would love to hear from you.

Careers Support Officer
Salary: £24,000 per annum, pro rata
Contract: 2 year fixed term
Hours: 21.75 per week (0.6 FTE)
Location: Cambridge, CB2

The Role

Clare College is committed to helping its students prepare for life beyond university. We seek to provide opportunities for students to build on their academic achievements, gain successful employment and embark on fulfilling and rewarding careers.

A key element in achieving this aim is the provision of enhanced careers support, delivered by our first Careers Support Officer. The postholder in this new role will support the Careers Tutor in delivering a careers service tailored to individual student needs, leveraging the involvement of the College’s alumni community to complement the service offered by the University Careers Service.

The Careers Support Officer will also proactively identify, collate and follow up offers of internships and work experience, as well as organise careers events including drop-in sessions, workshops, and external speakers.

About Us

Clare is the second oldest of the 31 Colleges in the University of Cambridge. Regarded as one of the most progressive and informal, Clare is renowned as a College that achieves academically at the highest levels, whilst also being welcoming, forward-thinking, and inclusive.

Located in the heart of Cambridge city centre, the College is extraordinarily beautiful and famed for its gardens on “the Backs” (the famous backs of the Colleges that overlook the River Cam). Clare’s Old Court, a Grade I listed building, is the centre of the College and is unique among the ancient Cambridge Colleges in having maintained its architectural integrity over the course of its history. 

Salary and Benefits

The annual salary will be £24,000 per annum pro rata, this is a part time role 21.75 per week (0.6 FTE) on affixed term contract for 2 years.

In addition to the salary you will be entitled to a free lunch when working in College, membership of a defined contribution pension scheme and you will be eligible for a bonus every year .

Closing date: 27th of October 2025
Interviews will take place on the morning of 5 November 2025.
Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we find a suitable candidate

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

Clare College is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Clare College is committed to treating all job applications on their merit irrespective of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, marital status or civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity or gender, where any of these cannot be shown to be a requirement of the job concerned. Recruitment, selection and promotion procedures will be monitored to ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities.

No agencies please.

Counterpoints Arts produces a range of programmes in the UK and internationally, including Refugee Week, PopChange and Platforma festivals. As the breadth of our collaborations and variety of events continues to grow, we are looking for a Marketing and Communications Producer to enhance our brand and programme visibility, helping us to engage new audiences and grow our reach. This is a newly created role offering an exciting opportunity to shape our strategy in this area and manage our communications and marketing activities.

The successful candidate will be a dynamic individual with strong creativity and communication skills, an imaginative approach and experience growing an audience base and working across a variety of platforms. We are particularly interested in recruiting someone whose values align with the charity's mission and overall team culture.

Counterpoints Arts is a leading national organisation working at the intersection of arts, migration and social change. For 12 years, Counterpoints Arts has been at the vanguard of cultural commissioning and practice, supporting and producing the arts by and about migrants and refugees, ensuring that their contributions are recognized and welcomed within British arts, history and culture.

For the full job description and person specification, please refer to the attached JD.

Location: Dudley, West Midlands
Salary: £31,540 per annum (pro-rata £18,924 per annum)
Hours: Monday to Friday, typically between 8:00am and 5:00pm, with occasional evening work (up to 11:00pm) and regular weekend shifts on a rota basis.
Contract: Permanent, Part-time (24 hours per week)
Benefits: Access to BCLM’s 31 Acre Site – Generous Annual Leave Allowance – Contributory Pension Scheme – 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – Retail Discounts via BCLM Online Rewards Portal – Discounted Membership with Sandwell Leisure Trust – Complimentary Entry Passes to BCLM – Staff Discount Scheme – Free On-site Parking – Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay – Payment of Professional Subscriptions - Free Flu Jabs
 
Black Country Living Museum is looking for a Team Manager to lead, support, and inspire our team of Historic Characters as they bring Black Country history to life once more. If you’re an experienced people manager with a passion for great customer service and a knack for getting the best out of a team, we’d love to hear from you!
 
What will you be doing?
 
• Managing a large team of Historic Characters.
• Working with the team of Team Managers to create an immersive visitor experience - from delivering seasonal programmes and themed events to school visits, evening experiences, and special venue hire occasions. No two days are the same!
• Working with our people team to recruit and onboard new starters.
• Training and developing the team so they feel confident, prepared, and ready to deliver a great experience every day.
• Effective rostering of the team to enhance delivery of the Museum’s programmes.
• Handling staff queries, concerns and performance issues - liaising with the People Team where necessary.
• Being a visible presence in support of the Team, including regular weekend and evening work on a rota basis with the other Team Managers.
• Evaluating the delivery of the Museum’s programme across all audiences.
 
What are we looking for?
 
• Demonstrable management experience in a comparable organisation.
• Proven experience using rostering systems.
• Experience of working cross-departmentally to help shape ideas and turn plans into results.
• Confident organisational skills.
• Inclusive people skills.
• Enthusiasm for the museum and living history.
 
Who are we?
 
We are an award-winning 31-acre open-air museum. Throughout our 47-year history, our aim has always been clear: Inspiring your discovery of the Black Country. We ensure that the revolutionary story of the Black Country’s industrial landscape – the first ever of its kind in the UK – is celebrated by generations.
 
What can you expect?
 
• Unique Working environment: The Museum hosts seasonal, themed, and high-profile events, as well as being regularly used for TV and Film locations.
• Opportunity to learn new skills.
• Competitive rewards & benefits.
• Supportive & inclusive work culture.
• Positive attitude to work-life balance.
 
What are you waiting for? Begin your Black Country Journey now and apply using your most up-to-date CV.
 
BCLM is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment that celebrates the richness of the human experience. We are dedicated to eliminating bias and discrimination at every stage and encourage applicants to get in touch should they require reasonable adjustments during the interview process. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups and believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.
 
Our commitment to safeguarding includes implementing robust safer recruitment procedures to assess the suitability of individuals applying for roles that involve work with children and adults who may be at risk of harm.
 
Closing date: 19th October 2025
Interviews are expected to take place within 7 days of the closing date; adjustments will be made should successful candidates be unable to attend.
 
As we say in the Black Country, tara-a-bit!
 
You may also have experience in the following: Team Manager, People Management, Historic Characters, Living History, Immersive Visitor Experience, Heritage & Culture Sector, Museum Operations, Event & Programme Delivery, Seasonal Programmes, School Visits & Education Engagement, Evening & Special Events., Visitor Experience Excellence, Customer Service Leadership
 
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 About us

NCT is a charity with a clear mission: to support people as they become parents, through pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood.

With a 65-year history of transformative change, we are a vibrant community of volunteers, practitioners, peer supporters, members and advocates. We are the largest parenting charity in the country and over the decades we’ve supported millions of people on their unique journey into parenthood. 

While many know us for our antenatal classes, we also do much more. We campaign on issues that matter to parents, provide infant feeding support, and run thousands of free community events and activities led by our amazing volunteers. We also support families facing challenges like social isolation, feeding difficulties, and poor mental health. We offer support in communities, in hospitals and online.

Job Title: Peer Supporter, Lancashire Central

Contract: Fixed Term Maternity Cover, 9-12 months

Part Time: Part time

Hours per week: 17.5 hours. Wed-Fri 9am –3 pm with a 10 minute break.

Location: Community based in central Lancashire with some home working

Salary: £11,111 pro rata based on 17.5 hrs per week (£22,222 FTE)

Closing date:  Friday 24th October 2025

Interview date: Week beginning the 27th October 2025

About the role

Join our passionate Lancashire team and contribute to the meaningful work that transforms the lives of parents and families. Your role will include: 

· Providing evidence based and judgement free infant feeding and perinatal peer support to parents and families in Central Lancashire

· Working out in the community, in hospitals, groups and homes, supporting parents.

· Supporting our amazing volunteer peer supporters.

· Collecting data to demonstrate the impact of our services

About you

You will be a trained NCT Breastfeeding Peer Supporter (or be willing to train) with experience of supporting families. You’ll need to live locally within central Lancashire and demonstrate a passion for working with or knowledge of the local communities.

Our Benefits – What we offer you

We value our team and offer fantastic benefits to support your well-being and professional growth:

· 30 days annual leave (excluding Bank Holidays)

· Pension matched up to 5%

· Flexible working options to suite your lifestyle

· Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 GP access, personalised counselling, legal advice and more

· Cycle to work scheme to support sustainable commuting

· Life Assurance for peace of mind

· Free eye test for all staff, with further discounts

At NCT, we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within your role, please let us know—we’re here to support you.  Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of something truly special!

How to apply

Visit our website and apply directly via our application process.