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Join Clore Social Leadership as a pivotal member of our team dedicated to advancing justice, equity, diversity and inclusion.

Introduction

Clore Social Leadership is one of the UK’s most respected leadership development providers for social purpose and non-profit leaders. Through skills and development programmes, we support and invest in social leaders, enabling them to build the capabilities, confidence and resilience to transform their organisations, communities and the world around them.

Since 2010, we have supported over 5,000 individuals from nearly 3,800 social purpose organisations. Through our transformative skills and development programmes, we empower individuals from local grassroots initiatives to global organisations to become agents of change. In partnership, we have developed leadership programmes for people with lived and/or learned experience of racial inequalities, youth services, immigration systems, criminal justice systems, social immobility, homelessness, gender inequalities, health inequalities and climate change.

We aim to create a more equitable and inclusive society where individuals from all backgrounds have equal opportunities to lead, participate, and contribute to positive social change. The year ahead is particularly exciting as we aim to revive our strategic direction, deepen our partnerships, and build new opportunities for learning, collaboration and long-term impact.

Clore Social Leadership is partnering with Prospectus, a specialist recruitment consultancy, to recruit for this vacancy. As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Head of Finance & Operations to take ownership of all internal operations that ensure the organisation’s effectiveness, accountability, compliance, and resilience. This is a people- and process-focused role for someone who thrives on structure and order while keeping equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility at the heart of how things are done.

You will be a champion of systems, a confident financial lead, and a culture-first manager who ensures our internal structures serve our people, values and mission. You will not need to implement everything yourself, but will ensure our operational environment is fit for purpose, collaborative, inclusive and ready for scale.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management

• Lead the financial function with strategic oversight, supported by an external accountant.
• Manage the annual audit process, acting as the lead contact for external auditors and ensuring timely preparation, accuracy, and compliance.
• Provide high-quality financial modelling, forecasts, and budget support to the wider team.
• Produce timely reports and strategic recommendations to the CEO and Board.
• Support SLT with business modelling and income planning.
• Ensure financial processes are understood and used across the team.
• Oversee payroll, bookkeeping and liaison with accountants and auditors.

People and Culture

• Lead internal culture work, embedding equity, inclusion and belonging at every level.
• Ensure team meetings, benefits, training and internal communications are coordinated and supportive.
• Work with HR legal advisors to ensure best practice policies and processes.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding and staff support in line with our values and commitments.

Governance and Compliance

• Act as the main contact for the Board and subcommittees, particularly Audit & Risk.
• Ensure compliance with Charity Commission, Companies House, GDPR and relevant legislation.
• Maintain governance documents and ensure timely updates and implementation.
• Embed an organisational approach to risk that is equitable, accessible and transparent.
• Act as the organisation’s Data Controller, ensuring appropriate policies and practices are in place to prioritise data safety and security. Work with external legal and data protection advisors to stay compliant with legislation and best practice.

Operations and Systems

• Be the internal champion of systems and processes, ensuring they are streamlined, understood and appropriately used by the team.
• Work with external experts and advisors to implement or refine systems as required.
• Oversee IT, digital infrastructure and tools for hybrid/remote working.
• Ensure all internal processes are designed with EDI and accessibility in mind.
• Lead continuous improvements that balance rigour with inclusion.

External Relationships

• Manage key suppliers and advisors (accountants, HR, IT, legal, payroll) to ensure value, clarity and accountability.
• Ensure external services align with our internal culture and mission.

Person Specification

This is an ideal role for someone who loves enabling people to do their best work by ensuring robust, fair, and future-ready structures are in place.

Essential

• Significant experience in operational and financial management.
• A recognised accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or similar) or significant financial experience.
• Strong experience leading on budgets, forecasts and financial strategy.
• Experience supporting teams with business and financial modelling.
• Proven ability to improve processes and internal systems.
• Experience or interest relating to overseeing governance, risk and compliance.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• A commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Experience managing or overseeing cross-cutting functions (HR, IT, legal, finance).
• Ability to balance process with people – designing systems that support humans.

Desirable

• Experience in the charity, non-profit or social enterprise sector.
• Experience of hybrid or remote working.
• Knowledge of tools like Quickbooks, Salesforce, Asana.
• Experience working with trustees or boards.
• Experience supporting business development or commercial activities.

You’ll be a great fit if you are:

• Structured and proactive: you bring clarity and direction.
• EDI-driven: you care about making processes inclusive.
• Collaborative and communicative: you enjoy enabling others.
• Strategic and hands-on: you can see the big picture and execute the detail.
• Committed to collective success and social impact.

Hours and place of work

• This is a full-time role to be fulfilled over a 35-hour week, ideally within the working hours of Mon-Fri, 9:30am–5:30pm, with flexibility as required.
• This is a hybrid role with one day a week in our shared office space in London (Better Space, 127 Farringdon Road, London EC1R 3DA), the travel costs of which must be covered by the individual. We are open to discussing this arrangement further to accommodate individual needs and preferences.
• Further UK travel will be required on occasion, the costs of which would be covered by Clore Social Leadership.

Terms, pay and benefits

• This is a permanent contract.
• Salary for this role will be ca. £55,000 p/a depending on experience.
• The post holder is entitled to 25 days of annual leave, in addition to UK statutory holidays.
• The office is closed for one week during the winter festive period (25-31 December), providing an additional three days of annual leave in addition to the above allocation.
• You have the option to join our contributory pension scheme. The employer's contribution is 3% with a minimum employee contribution of 5%.

Application process

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We value and respect every individual, regardless of their race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or background, and actively seek to eliminate bias, promote equality and provide equal opportunities for all to showcase their talents and be evaluated solely on their qualifications, skills and potential. If you are passionate about making a profound impact and thrive in a dynamic, values-driven environment, we encourage you to submit an application.

To apply please follow the application link through to the Prospectus website. You will be asked to send:

• Your CV (two pages max.), including relevant work experience.
• A two-page supporting statement, which addresses your suitability for and interest in the role.

If you have any questions prior to application or would like further information, please contact Steve Fraser at Prospectus (email available via the Prospectus website). Prospectus and Clore Social Leadership are committed to a policy of equality and diversity. We are committed to offering reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond. Please do not hesitate to discuss this with us.

Key dates (flexibility can be offered)

• Applications close: Sunday 31 August
• First round interviews (online): Tuesday 9 / Wednesday 10 September
• Final interviews (in person): Monday 15 / Tuesday 16 September

Travel expenses for in-person interviews will be reimbursed on submission of valid receipts.

Registered charity number: 1136727

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

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

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

The important stuff 

Location: Brighton

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

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

Salary: from £29,355 

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

Upcoming Assessment Days: Thursday 28th August

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

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

In this role, you’ll be responsible for:

Strategy, vision and impact [25%]

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

Leadership, line management and training [25%]

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

Relationship management [20%]

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

Delivery of the Spear Programme [20%]

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

Operations [10%]

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

This role will suit you if:

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

You can expect:

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

A couple of things to note:

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

We welcome around 350,000 visitors to Waddesdon Manor and over 2 million browsers to our websites each year.  Waddesdon Manor offers visitors a programme of changing exhibitions, talks and tours, family activities and public events.  The income from our private events, shop, restaurants and sixteen-bedroom hotel help support keeping the Manor open to the public, our education programme and the care of the collections and gardens for all to enjoy. 

What you will do:

The role encompasses all aspects of digital marketing activity, including both B2B and B2C. You’ll also be supporting commercial activities for Waddesdon Manor, the trading company RWL which includes Catering for the Manor operation, visitors, retail, public events, private events, The Bow and The Five Arrows, and any special projects for the Rothschild Foundation e.g. future commercial property developments.

Key responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Develop and deliver an online strategy to drive engagement and conversion across Waddesdon’s digital channels.
• Develop and manage digital content, including copywriting and proofreading content to develop our storytelling and ensure academic accuracy, standards and tone of voice are consistent.
• Manage updates to the website to reflect the brand and optimise commercial performance.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to implement new content, amends and updates, which optimise the website and keep information up-to-date. Be the point of contact to help other departments with advice on digital content. 
• Manage SEO focused activities to increase quality traffic across the website. 
• Plan and manage social media strategy to drive engagement and build new audiences.
• Track and report digital performance across digital channels to enable strategic decision making and share information across the organisation.
• Work with external agencies as required, including managing the Google Grant.
• Be part of project teams to deliver a new website for Waddesdon, trading subsidiaries and the Rothschild Foundation, and support integration of new systems including a DAMS and CRM. 
• Help to develop strategic marketing campaigns for the business and develop plans to increase audiences.
• Monitor the outcomes of marketing activity and evaluate against plans, contributing to monthly reports. 
• Develop partnership ideas for content and social media and work with third parties as required to deliver these.
• Monitor competitor activity to ensure we are learning and evolving to become as relevant and engaging as possible.
• Contribute to marketing budget management and assist with budget forward planning in liaison with the managers of each business area eg RWL Heads of Department.
• Work closely with the wider marketing team and all colleagues across Waddesdon, sharing news on activity, to ensure that opportunities are maximised.

You will be a great fit if:

You are a strategic thinker, with a strong creative and innovative background. You’ll combine your marketing digital knowledge and skills with the creative content required in this role.

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter for this role:

• Experience of producing and delivering a range of digital content
• Experience of managing SEO and driving website traffic
• Proven experience delivering successful digital marketing campaigns to meet targets
• Excellent copy writing and proof-reading skills
• Experience of planning and scheduling social media campaigns
• Experience of business reporting and forecasting
• Ecommerce experience in the retail sector with proven success to drive sales online
• Comprehensive knowledge of the heritage sector and ecommerce
• Excellent prioritisation and time management skills coupled with the ability to work under pressure and deliver results under tight deadlines
• Ability to work flexibly and successfully across teams and hierarchies and build relationships at all levels including excellent interpersonal skills and evidence of ability to influence decision-making
• Technical skills in web CMS editing and experience of managing an online shop
• Demonstrate excellent attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, IT and office skills

Are you looking for a flexible role in finance? We’re looking for a Head of Finance to join our team on a part-time basis.

We are recruiting for a qualified accountant with a calm and professional approach to lead on the financial management and governance of Energise Me.

About You

You’ll need to be a Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA, ICAEW) with experience of working at a senior level.

You’ll have significant financial management and financial administration experience with proven track record of achievement.

You’ll have experience of administrating and managing payroll.

Charity Accounting experience is desirable.

You’ll be an effective and adaptable communicator, from working with our small team on a one-to-one basis, to providing comprehensive guidance and reports to our Board.

The Role

You’ll be part of Energise Me’s senior leadership team, and lead on the financial management and governance of the charity.

• Plan and co-ordinate annual audit and prepare Energise Me’s annual accounts. Manage external auditors and be the main point of contact for Auditors. Ensure accounts are filed with the Charity Commission on time and lead audit tender process at least every three years
• Manage relationships with external financial providers including banking and investment
• Manage outsourced payroll and ensure charity employees are paid accurately and on time
• Manage Energise Me’s financial and accounting functions and related policies, ensuring compliance with all relevant standards, regulations and procedures (Charity Commission guidelines, HMRC and financial regulations)
• Make sure budgets are managed effectively and in line with overall target/costs
• Exercise strong financial and budget monitoring including preparing quarterly management accounts including balance sheet and SOFA
• Responsible for Financial IT Systems, ensuring they’re fit for purpose and data is accurate and up to date
• Lead, empower, support, develop, coach and mentor the Finance & IT Manager and other team members as required across the organisation

About Energise Me

Energise Me is a small charity working across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We tackle the things that prevent active lifestyles, so everyone can improve their health and happiness by moving more.

We are:

• Curious about what stops people from being active

• Open to different ideas and perspectives

• Creative in how we do things and who we work with

• Bold in taking risks and speaking out about things that need to change

We provide a friendly and flexible working environment, with opportunities to work remotely.

We are growing. We have investment secured to 2027 and further investment opportunities in the pipeline.

We have an opportunity for a Buyer to join our team in Basingstoke.

This is a full time permanent role with a mix of home and office working. 

The starting salary is £30,000 to £36,000 depending on your experience.

The Role:

As a Buyer you will be supporting the delivery of our procurement sourcing projects and the pipelining of some of our procurement activity. 

You'll work collaboratively with the wider Procurement team, project teams, and engage with key stakeholders to assist with  identifying their requirements. 

This role will give you the opportunity to be more involved in the end to end procurement process, and you will be expected to define, scope and start to implement the sourcing strategy

What we need from you:

You will need to have an understanding of the principles of procurement and category management in a business context.

You'll also need experience of sourcing, negotiating with suppliers and managing supplier relationships. 

We are looking for:

• Excellent communication skills with internal and external customers
• The ability to listen and understand what our stakeholders need 
• The confidence to negotiate the best outcome for SNG
• The ability to work in an ethical and compliant manner
• A positive and proactive approach

Experience of working in the housing or public sector is not essential, but would be an advantage. 

What we can offer you:

As a member of the Procurement Team you'll be part of a friendly, active and dynamic working environment. 

We invest in our people, and you will be able to develop your skills and be part of something that makes a real difference to people's lives. This role can give you the opportunity for a career within a successful and diverse organisation.

Some of our benefits include:
•    £450 yearly flexible benefit pot to use against benefits of your choice
•    Flexible working
•    25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
•    A chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package
•    A generous pension scheme matching up to 12%
•    Life cover as soon as you join us
•    You will be a part of our Recognition scheme 
•    A range of wellbeing discounts including Gym Memberships

About us:

It's an exciting time to be a part of the team as Sovereign have joined forces with Network Homes to form SNG (Sovereign Network Group). Together we provide over 84,000 homes and invest in communities across London and the South of England. Our purpose is to provide good affordable homes in thriving communities that people love for generations.

We invest for the long term, in individual homes, our customers and work with partners to make a lasting difference to our neighbourhoods. Sovereign Network Group's financial strength enables us to meet housing needs, regenerate places and build on the existing strengths in our communities.

We are committed to our Equality Diversity and Inclusion strategy and believe that you can truly be yourself at SNG. Take a look at our careers site to learn.

�� Location: Hybrid (expectation to travel for team days/as business requires)

⌚ Contract Type: Permanent, 35 hours per week

�� Salary: Starting from £64,866.26 - £78,488.17 dependent on experience and location

What is a Head of Digital, Data and Technology? 

As the Head of DDaT Portfolio Delivery, you will leverage your extensive experience and deep understanding of the technical project lifecycle and key delivery methodologies. Proficiency in Agile, Scrum, DevOps, and Waterfall frameworks is essential for effective governance and optimisation of complex project portfolios.

This role offers a unique opportunity to apply your skills and passion for change in a growing healthcare organisation, supporting over 110,000 clients annually.

You will collaborate closely with various heads of departments and colleagues across the business to ensure all DDaT deliveries are strategically aligned, rigorously tested, delivered on time and within budget, and fully adopted by the business. This role drives seamless execution from small enhancements to large-scale projects, enhancing the client journey, operational efficiency, and business impact for MSI UK.

What can we offer you?

• �� Expenses incurred while traveling outside your base location will be reimbursed.
• �� Birthday Bonus with an additional day of annual leave dedicated to celebrating your birthday and long service recognition rewards programme 
• �� Perks and discounts at over 4000 retail and hospitality outlets through the Blue Light Card

In addition to the perks outlined above, there are many more benefits alongside what is written above for you to enjoy. Find out more during your interview!

What you’ll be doing:

The role of the Head of DDaT Portfolio Delivery will have:

• Deep understanding of software development, IT infrastructure, DevOps, Agile, and Scrum practices, with experience in AI, ML, RPA, UX, design, end-user testing, and requirements gathering.
• Ability to analyse complex problems, devise solutions, and make informed decisions under pressure.
• Identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure projects stay on track.
• Ensure deliverables meet standards through effective QA and testing protocols, with continuous monitoring and evaluation.
• Comprehensive understanding of project lifecycles, tailoring Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies for timely, budget-compliant delivery.
• Capable of troubleshooting technical issues and understanding software or product development intricacies.
• Expertise in system architecture, DevOps, risk management, ITIL, technical documentation, and programming languages.
• Oversee testing quality internally and with vendors, ensuring robust methodologies and evidence collection.
• Familiarity with technologies used, capable of troubleshooting technical issues.

What we’re looking for:

• Extensive experience delivering complex digital and tech-enabled programs, with deep knowledge of healthcare technology ecosystems (e.g., NHS Digital, EPRs, FHIR, GDPR, DSPT).
• Proficient in Agile, Scrum, DevOps, SAFe, Lean, and Waterfall, ensuring efficient delivery across cross-functional teams.
• Proven leadership in digital/data/technology strategy, including authoring and presenting strategic documents to executive teams.
• Skilled in developing and deploying client-facing digital solutions (e.g., portals, remote monitoring, digital health apps), ensuring compliance, usability, and smooth go-live transitions.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and vendor management skills, including RFPs and procurement via NHS frameworks (G-Cloud, Digital Marketplace).
• Expertise in demand and capacity planning for DDaT, aligning delivery with business needs, compliance, and budget.
• Experienced in BI and data strategy projects, including integration, analytics, automation, and emerging technologies (RPA, AI, ML).
• Able to gather technical requirements aligned with business goals and system capabilities.
• Skilled in measuring ROI on tech initiatives using KPIs and cost-benefit analysis.
• Strong project management skills across the full lifecycle, blending PRINCE2 governance with Agile and Waterfall delivery.
• Experienced in Agile product development—from strategy to launch—and translating complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Deep knowledge of emerging digital trends and their strategic applications.
• Flexible to travel and work outside core hours as required.
• Established and led PMO practices to ensure strategic alignment, risk management, resource planning, and continuous improvement.

HIV Support Worker – Wakefield (14 hours per week)

We are also recruiting for a 28-hour Support Worker role in Leeds.

We are open to one person covering both roles as a single full-time position (around 35 hours) across both locations.

About the Role

You will provide person-centred support to people living with HIV, working collaboratively to promote independence, dignity, and equality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive case management for people living with HIV

• Develop personalised self-management plans that inspire hope and demonstrate possibilities 

• Advocate fearlessly for service users, challenging discrimination and stigma

• Facilitate empowering group sessions and workshops 

• Build partnerships across healthcare, housing, benefits, and community services 

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has worked with diverse, marginalised, or disadvantaged communities
• Can co-create care and support plans with service users
• Has experience providing advocacy for vulnerable individuals
• Can design and deliver engaging group activities
• Communicates empathetically, building trust and rapport
• Is confident using IT systems and client management software

What We Offer

Join an organisation with over 40 years of experience fighting for equality and supporting marginalised communities. Benefits include:

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
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• Employee Assistance Programme (includes income protection)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced occupational sick pay
• Flexible working arrangements
• Birthday leave
• Monthly supervision and support
• Comprehensive training programme

An Inclusive Environment

BHA for Equality is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of marginalisation.

How to Apply

Download and complete an application form from our website.

Your application must detail how you meet the points in the person specification.

Due to the nature of this post, a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check will be required for the successful applicant.

ID: 1542 Operational Manager – Central (West Midlands Northamptonshire and sorrounds)

Service: Central Region

Salary: Grade 4 Point 34 – 38: £42,140 - £46,240 FTE per annum 

- Additionally, £480 home-based allowance FTE per annum

Location: Home based with travel to various locations across West Midlands Northamptonshire and surrounds

Hours: 37 hours per week (full time).

We offer flexible working arrangements - please see below for more details.

Contract: Permanent Contract

Family Action & the Role’s Impact:

At Family Action we support people through change, challenge or crisis. It’s what we’ve done for over 150 years. We protect children, support young people and adults and offer direct, practical help to families and communities.

We see first-hand the power of family to shape lives, for better or worse, so we speak up for the

importance of family in national and local policymaking, amplify family voices and represent the changing needs of families in the UK today.

We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic manager to provide operational leadership for services in the Central region of England. You will have overall responsibility for the safe, high-quality, and financially sound delivery of services across the west Midlands and Northamptonshire.

You will bring proven experience in managing services for children, young people, and families with complex needs - such as neurodiversity, special needs and disabilities, and family support concerns. You will also have a strong track record in leading, managing, and developing staff teams while maintaining high service standards.

In this role, you will build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders in the region and contribute to the development and growth of Family Action’s services and strategic ambitions.

Family Action are forward looking, ambitious and have a commitment to continuous improvement and development. We are a people-focused, can-do organisation that strives for excellence in all we do, and operates with mutual respect. If you share these values and have the necessary skills we want we look forward to hearing from you.

At Family Action we transform lives by providing practical, emotional and financial support to those who are experiencing poverty, disadvantage and social isolation. We have been building stronger families since 1869 and today we work with more than 60,000 families in over 150 community based services, as well as supporting thousands more through national programmes and grants.

Responsibilities:

Leadership & Line Management

· Provide leadership and line management to service managers and project leads.

· Oversee recruitment, supervision, and staff development in line with Family Action policies.

· Foster a high-performance culture and provide operational cover when needed.

Financial Oversight

· Manage service budgets to ensure sustainability and value for money.

· Identify financial risks and contribute to business planning and service development.

Operational Delivery & Quality Assurance

· Ensure services meet strategic goals and comply with quality, safeguarding, and data standards.

· Lead on new service setup, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement.

· Embed service user participation and report Social Value outcomes.

Strategic Growth & Business Development

· Support regional strategy delivery and contribute to tenders and funding bids.

· Build partnerships, promote services, and help coordinate events to share best practice.

Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):

- Lead delivery of key projects and high-quality services.

- Manage teams, operations, and new service setups.

- Oversee and lead safeguarding and quality assurance within services

- Champion service user involvement and feedback.

- Monitor performance and drive continuous improvement.

- Balance operations with strategy

· Appointments are subject to Family Action receiving a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service – Enhanced

Benefits:

- an annual paid leave entitlement that commences at 25 working days, rising each April by one day, subject to a maximum of 30 working days plus bank holidays

- up to 6% matched-pension contributions

- flexible working arrangements and new starters have the right to make flexible working requests from day one of employment

- enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave provisions

- eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers

- cycle to work scheme

- investing in your professional development with ongoing quality training and career development opportunities

We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect.

To Apply:

· complete an application form on the Family Action portal

· Closing Date: Sunday 7th September 2025 at 23:59

Interviews - week commencing 15th September and 22nd September - dates to be confirmed.

For direct queries or if you would like to discuss any aspect of the selection process or flexible working requests, please email: Gabriel Hall (full address on advert document).

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.

We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Intersectionality is important to us and we particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ candidates and disabled candidates because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action. We know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role, and will reimburse your travel cost if you attend an interview.

*Ordinarily Family Action appoints new starters at the starting point of the salary scale (with subsequent annual pay progression), unless you have experience that would justify appointment further up the salary scale or there are any other exceptional reasons.

Annual leave: 33 days (plus eight bank holidays)
Benefits:

• enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and shared parental pay
• family-friendly policies
• 8% employer pension contribution (Aviva) 
• free health cashback plan (Medicash): employee cover plus up to four dependent children
• 24/7 virtual GP access (UK registered), plus access to Best Doctors
  free, confidential employee assistance programme (Medicash)
• access to a wellbeing app
• flexible working options including hybrid working, flexible working patterns such as part-time, compressed hours, and more*
• learning and development opportunities including bespoke training and access to LinkedIn Learning)
• commitment to employee health and wellbeing.
• we have a Menopause Friendly accreditation and are a Disability Confident employer

Background

Every three minutes someone in the UK develops dementia: a progressive and complex condition that can be devastating for the whole family. One in two of us will be affected by dementia in our lifetime, either by caring for someone with the condition, developing it ourselves, or both.

Dementia UK is the specialist dementia nursing charity that is there for the whole family. Our specialist nurses, known as Admiral Nurses, provide free, expert advice, support and understanding to help families care for their loved one. Every day, Admiral Nurses help families up and down the country to have the best life possible, for as long as possible.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Insights and Evaluation team at Dementia UK supporting the organisation to build the evidence base for Admiral Nursing through collecting and sharing evidence on the effectiveness of the Admiral Nursing model.

As the Insights and Evaluation Officer, you will be responsible for overseeing and maintaining the team’s systems and folders, ensuring key resources remain organised and up-to-date. Additionally you will act as the main point of contact for enquiries within the team. Actively managing the team’s inbox and coordinating meetings and projects, providing essential administrative support.

You will also be involved in coordinating data collection processes and assisting with the team’s survey function. This will include supporting basic analysis of evaluation data, collating and cleaning survey data and contributing to the production of reports and other key documents.

To succeed in this role, you will need experience in providing administrative support, including managing shared folders and systems. Strong organisational skills are essential, along with the ability to prioritise and handle a diverse range of responsibilities independently. You should also possess solid IT skills, including proficiency in common software packages like MS Office, experience of using online survey software and some experience using Excel for basic data analysis. You will also need to have an understanding of information governance issues including awareness of data protection and confidentiality requirements

If this sounds like you, join us now and be part of a team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of those affected by dementia.

We would love to hear from you! If you would like to find out more about the role, or have any queries, please get in touch.

Our culture

In addition to a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, we truly value our people. It’s important for us to create a working environment that looks after our workforce to support them in achieving their full potential. You will become part of a diverse and dedicated team who are supported to use and develop their skills. We recognise and value the key role you will play in delivering our strategic plans for the benefit of those living with dementia.

Our staff have a voice. Representatives from different roles and levels across the organisation positively contribute to and lead on our working groups around health and wellbeing, menopause, and equity, diversity and inclusion.

Dementia UK is proud to welcome everyone. We aim for a truly inclusive culture with talented, diverse teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We celebrate difference and individuality and encourage everyone to join us and be their whole selves always.

Dementia UK is a Disability Confident Employer. If you’d like support to make an application, contact us.

This role will be subject to a Basic DBS check.

By applying to join Dementia UK, you acknowledge that in the event you are successful for the role, any offer and your ongoing employment will be conditional on you having or obtaining the right to work in the UK.

*Please note that any decision on flexible working is based on business needs 

We expect this role to attract high interest and may close it before the advertised closing date. To avoid disappointment, we recommend submitting an application at your earliest opportunity. 

When you apply for a job at Dementia UK, we will collect certain information about you to process your application and assess your suitability for the role. Further details can be found in our privacy notice.

Operational Manager - IPS Grow

This is an exciting time to join the team! As of Spring 2026, the organisation will be delivering Fidelity Assessments and supporting IPS services with their SMART action plans as part of the DWP’s Connect to Work programme.

We are recruiting a Manager to lead a remote team of IPS Grow Fidelity Assessors working across England and Wales.

This role will be part of a brand new team, working together to ensure that Connect to Work IPS services have the insights and plans needed to deliver the highest quality outcomes for IPS clients.

Position: Operational Manager - IPS Grow / England and Wales

Location: London/Hybrid

Hours: Full-time

Salary: £60,500

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 11:59pm Monday 25th August

Interview Dates: 30-minute Zoom interviews will take place on Thursday 4th September. Face to face interviews will take place on Monday 15th September at the office in London.

About the Role

We are recruiting a Manager to lead a remote team of IPS Grow Fidelity Reviewers working across England and Wales. The focus of the role is to support and develop Reviewers to have impact by delivering high quality Fidelity Reviews and communities of practice, driving quality of IPS provision and performance of delivery partners across England and Wales.

You will work collaboratively with the broader team to coordinate resources to ensure that contract KPIs are met.

The Team

The IPS Connect to Work team will sit within the wider IPS Grow team. IPS Grow is a national programme designed to support the expansion of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services across England and Wales. It is funded by NHS England (NHSE), the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), and the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID).

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Line management, coaching, and field mentoring of team
• Stakeholder engagement and delivery of targeted interventions to support IPS services to deliver better outcomes
• Work across IPS Grow and contribute to national objectives

About You 

Skills, experience and qualifications we are looking for include:

• Managerial and leadership experience: Substantial experience managing teams and projects to successful delivery of performance expectations; leading by example and supporting the team to translate research into effective on the ground practice.
• Delivering tangible results in an IPS context: Previous background in an IPS leadership capacity; demonstrated ability to drive tangible improvements in outcomes for clients and work effectively with senior system stakeholders to unblock issues; deep understanding of the IPS model and how it applies in practice.
• Project management: Experience delivering complex projects against project plans, timelines and deliverables that are results focused.
• Data and IT: Strong IT and data analysis skills; ability to interpret and translate data meaningfully.
• Negotiation skills: Highly advanced negotiation and influencing skills and a willingness to tackle difficult conversations where needed to achieve the right results for services and clients.
• Collaborative approach: Skilled in building consensus and fostering cooperation with diverse groups.
• Workload management: Allocating and delegating tasks as necessary, able to deal with multiple and competing priorities using analytical skills to prioritise and meet deadlines.

About the Organisation

Join an ambitious not for profit organisation that helps to design, fund and scale better solutions to complex social problems, with a vision is a fairer world where together we unleash the potential of people and communities. This is done by working in partnership with local and national governments, funders, communities and the social sector to tackle complex and enduring social problems in the UK and across the world.

Skills include financial analysis, data and digital insight, outcomes-focused partnerships, strategy, research and design. Combining these specialisms in different ways to address specific social challenges. The organisation creates effective solutions that blend the expertise of communities and professionals to deliver better outcomes in issues such as homelessness, domestic abuse, children’s services, health, employment and skills.

Ready to make your own impact on these issues? Then come and join the team.

The multi-skilled team of over 120 people come from diverse backgrounds in the public, private and charity sectors, all sharing a passion for making change happen. The organisation provides a high-quality training and development programme in-house with great opportunities for career progression. They are a friendly and intellectually curious bunch, always up for a debate. 

Equality, diversity and inclusion 

We actively encourage applications from under-represented and minoritised groups, including those with lived experience of the social issues we are working to address. The organisation is an equal opportunities employer and support a range of flexible working options.

The application process uses Applied, a platform developed by the Behavioural Insights Team, to record your application. Applied is focused on using behavioural and data science to improve hiring decisions and minimise unconscious bias in the recruitment process. You will be asked to respond to four situational based questions, which will allow you to express your ability.

Other roles you may have experience with could include IPS Grow Manager, IPS Grow Project Manager, IPS Grow Lead, IPS Grow Programme Manager, Project Manager, Programme Manager, Programme Coordinator. #INDNFP

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

Technology Project Coordinator

We are seeking to recruit an individual who displays a flexible approach, excellent communication skills and is an effective team player.

Position: SIT56 Technology Project Coordinator

Location: Home-based, UK, Nationwide. However, occasional travel will be required as part of this role (May include team meetings or other work-related meetings)

Salary: £30,000 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum or outer London weighting £2,275 per annum may be applied in accordance to where you live)

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.

Closing Date: 29th August 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

Interview Date: TBC

Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.

The Role

This role works as part of the Technology team to manage and successfully deliver various running technology projects that underpin the organisation’s strategic goals.

Key accountabilities and main responsibilities include:

• Executing a variety of project management administrative tasks as directed by the project manager.
• Monitoring project progress and creating project status reports for project managers and stakeholders.
• Assisting with resource scheduling so that team members have the resources they need to complete their tasks.
• Scheduling stakeholder meetings and facilitating communication between the project manager and stakeholders throughout the project life cycle.
• Managing project management documents such as the project plan, budget, schedule or scope statement, risk and issues as directed by the project manager.
• Executing a variety of project management administrative tasks
• Communicate with key stakeholders, understand and support documenting their requirements
• Creation of work packages/user stories/tasks with subject matter experts from the business and technology team as part of defining project delivery resources and schedule.

About You

Experience and Personal Attributes:

• Experience with various Project Methodologies
• To have an understanding of various cloud technology services & solutions
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Commitment and interest in improving services
• Achievement and success-oriented, self-motivated.

To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.

When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role.

Please submit your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience.

Finding strength through support

The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke. 

They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life.

It’s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support. 

The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they’re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity.

The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work.

A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we’re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you’re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs.

You may also have experience in areas such as Project Coordinator, Project Manager, Technology Coordinator, Technology Project Coordinator, Technology Project Assistant. #INDNFP

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

Transform Europe Network (TEN) exists today to partner with Christians in the Balkans and Eastern Europe, to share the gospel and see lives transformed. TEN is celebrating 60 years of ministry this year and currently works in 10 countries supporting around 60 churches and projects. Our committed team do this through empowering, equipping, resourcing, and supporting our partners in their ministries of compassion, evangelism and church planting. 

Due to our Finance and Data Manager moving on, we are inviting applications for the position of Senior Finance and Operations Manager at Transform Europe Network.

We are looking for someone with a desire to work with a leading organisation, working in Eastern Europe and the Balkans. We need someone excited by this opportunity who will manage and develop the financial, data and operations side of the organisation.

Could you be part of our story, enabling TEN to develop as an organisation? Do you have a desire to play your part in God's plan for the world as we serve our partners in Europe? You may be the person we are looking for.

If you are interested in the role then please get in touch. We'd love to hear from you.

Salary £38,000 - £40,000 + 7% employers pension contribution

Duration: Permanent

37.5 hours per week (full-time)

We are looking for someone who:

· Will be committed to the vision of TEN to work alongside Christians to see lives transformed in the Balkans and Eastern Europe.

• Can lead and develop the financial, operations and data work at TEN.
• Has financial and accounting experience.
• Has a strong understanding of financial planning and principles.
• Has experience of producing financial reports for small organisations.
• Has experience with CRM systems.
• Has experience of managing people.
• Has strong IT skills including proficiency in Excel and accounting software such as QuickBooks.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is able to work to deadlines.

Key tasks will include:

• Financial management of Transform Europe Network.
• Oversight of TEN’s data and CRM systems.
• Management of the Finance Administrator and Communications Officer.
• Oversight of the TEN office and office support services.
• Working with the CEO to help the strategic development of the organisation.
• Deputising for the CEO when required.

In order to perform this role, it is essential that the post holder is in full sympathy with the aims and goals of TEN. To that end he/she must be a committed Christian (able to agree with the organisation’s statement of faith) and able to fully participate in spiritual activities whilst carrying out the responsibilities of Senior Finance and Operations Manager.

The role is hybrid with the expectation that the successful candidate will be able to work in the office three days per week.

Application deadline: Friday 5th September.  Interviews: Monday 15th September.

Finance Manager Job Description

Brent Mencap has been passionate about a healthier and fairer Brent since 1979. We’ve developed and run successful housing, employment, health, advice, wellbeing and self-advocacy services. During austerity and Covid we diversified, successfully taking on NHS work with people with long-term health conditions. We provide social prescribing support and health and wellbeing coaching to patients for Brent GPs. In 2024-25 we helped over 18000 people. We’re a leading partner on the Brent Health Educators Programme.

Our income has substantially  increased from £382k in 19/20 to £1.71 million in 23-24. We’ve had to adapt quickly, developing and retaining a much larger staff group, using our data better and improving our marketing.

Brent Mencap offers fantastic free creative and wellbeing activities for people with a learning disability, autism and long-term health conditions. These have flourished since Covid. People love yoga, poetry, singing, gardening, Breathe and Move, self-advocacy, campaigning, awareness raising, CREATE art activities for young people, external trips and parties. Small grants, donations and our reserves fund this while we get longer term funding. Our self-advocates want us to focus on paid employment, youth services and making Brent Council use accessible information properly.

Our current finance manager has been pivotal to Brent Mencap’s recent growth, adapting to paying more people, dealing with complicated invoices, making sure we get paid promptly, being as diligent about a project budget worth 5k as our overall budget and supportive with staff  wage queries. While there is lots of data input, reconciling, processing purchase orders, the role involves real involvement in project development, monitoring with other managers and face-to-face involvement with users and staff. It’s never boring and definitely not for the faint hearted!!

As Finance Manager for Brent Mencap, you will have a key leadership position. You will be responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of our finances, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements while ensuring our services are sustainable through sound financial planning. You will work closely with the Executive Director and Trustee Board to provide accurate insights and projections that support long-term growth and resilience.

You will play a pivotal role in reviewing and maintaining our robust finance and administrative system and procedures, managing risks and ensuring our charity finances can support delivery of our mission. You will also contribute to the development of funding applications, tenders, and financial strategies. You will play a key role in supporting funding applications, demonstrating impact through financial reporting, and building processes that enable future growth.

This post is:

• subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure

• subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for a disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.

• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK

• Please note our office base is on the first floor of a Victorian building

To be shortlisted,

· Candidates must fully complete our application form, and show clearly how their previous experience and knowledge meets all aspects of the person specification with examples given of actual actions/experience relating to the person specification. Please go to our website to complete the application by 9.00am on 28th August. We do not accept CVs

Interview details

· A 2-part Interview with senior staff will take place at Brent Mencap on Monday 8th or 15th  September 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be given a paper-based scenario to complete and print at Brent Mencap before the interview

· We anticipate the interviews will take 2.0 hours with a 15-minute break  between scenario and actual interview.

The Vacancy

Job Title: Policy Manager

Location: London/Hybrid

Salary: £43,294.95 per annum

Weekly Hours: 35

Reference: YMC1130049

There’s a new opportunity for a strategic thinker with a passion for influencing public policy and making a real difference in young people’s lives.  YMCA England & Wales is looking for a Policy Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping the future for communities across the country.

As the largest and oldest youth charity in the world, YMCA is a dynamic federation committed to supporting young people in mind, body, and spirit. In this exciting and influential role, you’ll lead our policy function – ensuring YMCA's voice is heard across Westminster, Whitehall, and beyond.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Policy, Campaigns & Research, the Policy Manager will drive our engagement with government, policymakers, and stakeholders by crafting evidence-based positions that reflect the needs of the YMCA movement and the young people we serve.

You will be responsible for monitoring emerging policy developments, preparing responses to government announcements, and producing high-quality briefings and reports for internal and external stakeholders. You’ll work closely with local YMCAs to ensure our positions are grounded in lived experience and reflect the realities faced by communities across England and Wales.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape public discourse, build influential relationships, and help us champion the issues that matter most – from youth homelessness and mental health to employment and education.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of YMCA’s public policy positions using robust research and insights.
• Monitor, analyse, and respond to government announcements, select committee work, and policy shifts.
• Produce briefings and reports for the Chief Executive, Board of Trustees, and senior leaders.
• Develop strong relationships with government departments, civil servants, and coalition partners.
• Collaborate with local YMCAs to ensure grassroots experiences inform national policy.
• Amplify the voice of young people in all areas of policy development.
• Support and work closely with colleagues across the Policy, Communications & International (PCI) team.

About You

You are a confident communicator with a deep understanding of the UK policy landscape and experience influencing public policy at a senior level. You bring strategic insight, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to turn complex information into clear, impactful messages.

You’ll have:

• Proven experience in a policy role, ideally in the charity or public sector.
• Strong political awareness and understanding of policy-making processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience producing briefings and reports for senior audiences.
• The ability to build collaborative relationships across a wide range of stakeholders.
• A passion for social justice and a commitment to YMCA’s mission and values.

Why Join Us?

At YMCA England & Wales, you’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive organisation making a tangible impact. You’ll help drive real change for young people and communities, working in a role that offers purpose, flexibility, and professional development.  If you're interested please do not delay, due to recent high volume of applications we may have to close the application window earlier than 24th August.

Our recruitment process is anonymised and candidates' names are hidden. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration, safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check.