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Community Based/Home Working – West Midlands

Permanent, Full Time

Circa £30,000 plus competitive benefits

Do you want to make a difference?

For more than 105 years, the RAF Benevolent Fund has been supporting the RAF Family. We are a key enabler of the Royal Air Forces’ mission to look after its people during and after service. The Fund delivers strategic reinforcement of the RAF’s duty of care, and ensures that service is valued, recognised, and people are supported even when uniforms are eventually shed. We are a national charity with international reach, delivering emotional, financial and practical support wherever and whenever it is needed. In 2024, recognising increasingly challenging times, our vital services and support continued to help those in uniform, the bereaved, families and veterans in 30 other countries. In 2024 more than 64,000 people benefited from the charity’s work. It doesn’t matter how long someone served or when. If they were part of the RAF, they and their family are part of our RAF Family. We will always be here to support them when they need it most.

Join the RAF Family and play your part in making a difference.

Do you want to play a part in what we do?

People are at the heart of what we do. Together we:

· Help reduce social isolation and loneliness among veterans. 

· We support ill or injured men and women to have a safe place to call home, a home that meets their specific needs.

· We fund youth services on stations to provide clubs and activities for the children of serving personnel who move every few years.

· We provide grants to help with the cost of living. But this is just a few of the ways we help.

We are seeking an individual to undertake the dual role of promoting the profile of the RAF Benevolent Funds welfare offer, whilst also carrying out welfare casework. This is a community-based position working from home but covering the West Midlands: Staffordshire, Shropshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, Gloucestershire.

Post holders will be expected to undertake holistic assessment of need both remotely (over the telephone and online) and when required in person across their region. You will be expected to work with individuals who may have complex and sometimes challenging welfare needs, assisting them by identifying appropriate support from within both the RAF Benevolent Fund and the wider statutory and military charity sector, ensuring that support is made available to meet their need through the case working process. 

The successful candidate will have experience of working in a social welfare role supporting individuals and will have strong people and relationship-building skills, as well as empathy with or understanding of issues affecting the Armed Forces community.

This is home based and the candidate must have their own vehicle for use of traveling around the region covered. Occasional travel to London will be required. The successful candidate for this role will need to be Enhanced DBS checked and prove they have the right to work in the UK.

To apply, please click on this link and send your CV, together with a cover letter detailing why you believe you are suitable for this role, providing examples of how you meet the job profile when you apply through our recruitment portal.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 3rd September 2025, 5pm.

A copy of the Fund’s Candidate Privacy Notice can be found on our website. As an equal opportunities employer, the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. The Fund takes safeguarding seriously, and appropriate background checks will be completed. You can find out more about our commitment to safeguarding on our website. This role requires an Enhanced DBS check. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Fund.

 

The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is a Registered Charity (No. 1081009).

Position: Senior Individual Giving Officer (Digital Acquisition)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours a week – Part Time considered
Contract: Fixed Term - 8 Months Contract
Location: Office-based in London with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: Starting from £33,044 per annum (Pro rata for part-time) plus excellent benefits  
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 2, Charity
you’ll start at our entry point salary of £33,044 per annum, increasing to £35,109 after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £37,174 after a further 6 months.

About us

We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.

Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus. 

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information. 

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.

About this job

Are you an experienced digital fundraiser or marketer looking for a short-term opportunity to make a big impact? Do you thrive on creating campaigns that bring in new supporters and grow income?

We’re looking for a proactive and creative Senior Individual Giving Officer (Digital Acquisition) to join our friendly and ambitious fundraising team at the MS Society on an 8 month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a key area of work and help shape the future of our digital fundraising.

Your main focus will be acquiring new supporters through digital channels — planning and delivering high-performing campaigns across paid social, PPC, email and more. You’ll also lead on developing and testing new digital fundraising products that inspire one-off and regular giving.

You might be working in digital fundraising, marketing, or performance-based acquisition. You’ll have experience running digital campaigns, analysing results, and using insight to drive improvements. You’ll also be a creative thinker who’s excited to try new approaches and help us grow.

This is a hands-on role that will also help influence strategy. You’ll work within the Individual Giving and Legacies team, but work closely with colleagues across Brand, Content, Digital and Data, and with external partners and agencies. You’ll have the chance to bring your expertise, energy and ideas to a role where your work will be seen, valued and make a real difference.

Whether you're looking for your next interim role, returning from a break, or simply seeking a rewarding short-term challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Please note: this is a fixed term contract for 8 months.
Applications for part time between 21-24 hours will be considered, if applying for part time with state this within your cover letter. Please note stated salary will be pro rata if appointed at part time.

Closing date for applications: 9:00 on Friday 29th August 2025

Interested?

PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Equal Opportunities 
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds.

We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application. 

Disability Confident Employer 
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.

You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.

If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.

More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to): 

Encouraging work life balance

• 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
• More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
• Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us) 
• Flexible working options 

Caring for you and your family 

• Generous sick pay entitlement
• More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment 
• Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year 
• Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis 
• Enhanced leave for new parents 
• Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
• Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
• 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Death in service scheme
• New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
  • In the event of miscarriage or still birth 
  • To support fertility treatments
  • For antenatal appointments for both parents

Thinking about your finances 

• Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
• Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
• New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing

Enriching your life at work

• Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
• Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
• New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely 
• Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups) 
• Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community) 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal

Safeguarding 
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.

This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.

We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.

We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.

Your right to work in the UK 
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.

You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.

No agencies please.

Join VoiceAbility People Team as a People (HR) Apprentice!

About us

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.

We have opportunities for school leavers, graduates, those returning to work, and career changers.

Are you (or someone you know) looking to start a career in Human Resources? Whether you're fresh out of school, college or university—or returning to the workplace after a break—this could be the perfect opportunity to build a rewarding career in HR.

We’re offering a paid apprenticeship that combines on-the-job experience with formal training, leading to a nationally recognised qualification. We are partnered with Telford College who will provide the Apprenticeship tutor and CIPD qualification where relevant

You’ll be part of a supportive team, learning how HR supports people, culture, and operations across our organisation.

You will learn to handle day-to-day queries and provide HR advice, working on a range of HR processes,  from transactional to advisory, from recruitment through to retirement; you will develop experties in Human Resource Information Systems to keep records; provide relevant people information to the business; work with the business on HR changes.

What’s in it for you?
A structured development programme with mentoring and support
A chance to gain a recognised HR qualification
Real experience in areas like recruitment, employee relations, and HR systems
Flexible working arrangements and a welcoming team
A pathway to long-term career opportunities in HR

Who can apply?
We welcome applications from:

Anyone looking to retrain or start a new career in HR

• School, college or university leavers
• People returning to work after a career break

No prior HR experience is needed—just a willingness to learn, a positive attitude, and good communication skills.

You will need the following to gain entry onto the apprenticeship course:

• A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grades 4 – 9 (GCSE C or above) English and Maths.
• Be able to work more than 30 hours per week.
• To sit an assessment for English, maths, and entry for CIPD Certificate.
• An interview with CIPD and Apprenticeship Tutor.

How are staff supported to work remotely?

VoiceAbility has a small number of offices. Employees including the People team are homebased for Administration and meetings will be held online as well as in person on occasion for which travel will be required.

When you need to travel for work, expenses will be paid (mileage or public transport costs). 

VoiceAbility offers the usual regular manager one to ones, and Staff forums. We hold regular Team meetings with a mix of virtual and in person approach. 

Equality and Diversity 

VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential. 

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please visit the vacancy on our website for details

How to apply

To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form.

Important Dates:

Closing date for applications:  midnight Thursday 21st August 2025, however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.

Interview dates: ongoing and week commencing 26th August

Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.

Hint: you can use work, personal and/or voluntary experiences, and examples to tell us why you should be our next Advocate.

Who: Free to Be Kids

Where: Hybrid - 2 days a week from London, Waterloo office

Salary: circa £34,000

“We believe in childhood, muddy trainers, new challenges, self-expression, and real human relationships. Our aim is to open up a sense of adventure, freedom and possibility for children who are struggling, whatever life's circumstances.”

Purpose of the job

Primarily, you’ll own responsibility for our small to medium grant pipeline, so we're looking for someone with a track record of successfully securing five figure funding from Trusts, Foundations, or Corporates. As well as writing high quality, comprehensive and persuasive funding applications, you’ll need to manage reporting and relationship management with the funders you successfully engage with and oversee wider fundraising areas, including playing a key role in our social media and communications, supporting sponsored event and London marathon runners, and playing a key part in planning our annual fundraising events. We see significant potential for growth within the role with the capacity for the right candidate to progress to Senior Fundraising Officer level within the first 12-18 months.

As a charity, we really value belonging, and believe the deeply vulnerable children we support deserve us to pour love, heart and care into all we do for them. As much as past fundraising experience is key, we’re also looking for the right fit with our strong team ethos and charity identity, as we believe our incredible staff team are our most precious asset in what we deliver for young people who need us.

Role responsibilities to include:

• To prepare and submit compelling funding applications to our existing well established pipeline of small-medium Trusts, Foundations and Corporates.
• To hold responsibility for relationship management with our portfolio of small-medium sized funders (value of c£250,000-£300,000 annually).
• To support the Fundraising Manager and CEO with the preparation of larger and more complex funding bids, showing capacity to progress to leading a proportion of these in time.
• To support the Fundraising Manager with research into future funding opportunities.
• To create detailed, timely and impactful reports for funders, including evidence and evaluation of the projects supported by their donations.
• To lead on our sponsored runs, including 12 London marathon places, ensuring runners are supported with event sign-up, fundraising pages and targets, and social media content. (circa 20 runners total per year).
• To support the Fundraising Manager in the delivery of our May Fundraising gala event evening, June match funded online campaign, Christmas campaign, Corporate volunteering days, and such other future events as may be required.
• To play a key role in fundraising related social media content creation and posting, supporters’ newsletters, supporters’ survey and wider social media and communications functions.

Person specification to include:

• Some previous experience in a fundraising role.
• Demonstrable skills in building powerful relationships with Trusts, Foundations, Corporates and individual donors.
• Good experience in creating impactful monitoring reports for funders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to write persuasively and engagingly.
• A real passion for working with marginalized or vulnerable young people – we’re looking for someone who knows they want to work in the charity sector, and who is driven to invest heart and soul into it.

Deadline for applications: 28th August 2025 however role my close early is a shortlist is secured.

For a copy of the job pack please apply via this site.

Company Description

Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they’re likely to die from.

Job Description

Join Marie Curie as our next Corporate Partnerships Manager and help us deliver partnerships that change lives for people affected by terminal illness and bereavement.

You’ll take the lead on managing several six-figure corporate partnerships, ensuring they thrive and grow. You’ll be working with major corporate partners to deliver transformational partnerships to develop creative, commercially strong initiatives that increase income, raise awareness, and create lasting societal impact. You’ll collaborate across Marie Curie and with partner organisations to deliver successful fundraising, marketing, PR, and event activity, while spotting new opportunities to strengthen and renew relationships.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead the day-to-day management of several major corporate partnerships.
• Develop creative, commercially strong initiatives to increase income and awareness.
• Build strong relationships with partners, inspiring them to support our cause long-term.
• Track, report and evaluate partnership performance against KPIs and financial targets.
• Represent Marie Curie at partner events, occasionally outside normal working hours.
• Collaborate with colleagues across fundraising, marketing, PR and philanthropy to drive growth.

We’re looking for someone who’s:

• Experienced in managing and developing high-value corporate partnerships.
• Creative, commercially minded and able to turn ideas into impactful action.
• Comfortable analysing performance against KPIs and financial targets.
• Skilled in building trusted relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Confident in delivering high-quality fundraising, stewardship and communications plans

We welcome applications from candidates who may not meet every requirement but bring strong transferable skills and the drive to succeed in this role. Whether your experience comes from the charity sector, private sector, or elsewhere, we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

Please see the full job description here

Application & Interview Process

• As part of your online application, you will be asked to attach your CV. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
• Close date for applications: Thursday 28th August 2025 (we encourage early applications, as we'll be reviewing and interviewing candidates throughout the campaign.)

Salary: £36,900 - £41,000 (plus London weighing where applicable £3,500)

Contract: 12 month FTC, full time

Based: Homebased with monthly travel to the London Office

Benefits you’ll LOVE:

• Flexible working. We’re happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
• 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
• Continuous professional development opportunities.
• Industry-leading training programmes
• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
• Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
• Access to Blue Light Card membership
• Subsidised Eye Care

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work.  We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We're happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments.

We're looking for 2 compassionate, adaptable and resilient Specialist Behavioural Support Workers to join our Learning Disability Service in Newham.

£29,113.00 per annum, working 40 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

For a full job description, please visit our website.

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.

Specialist Support Workers within Look Ahead are required to have either an extra dimension of experience or a higher qualification level as determined relevant for the particular post. Specialist Support Workers provide information, social inclusion and vocational opportunities to support people to recover and stay well; exercise choice and control in their care and lives; and participate on an equal footing in the community. Support is also provided to develop a model of re-enablement towards self-advocacy, self-management and empowerment, incorporating the principles and practice of recovery, co-production and peer support.

The 5-week rolling rota pattern includes both evening and weekend shifts. The shifts are from 07:00 to 15:00 or from 14:00 to 22:00, with a mix of both types. You will have approximately one full weekend off every five weeks, plus one additional Saturday off and one additional Sunday off, resulting in a total of two full working weekends in every five weeks.

At Look Ahead, co-production is central to our approach. We are committed to collaborating closely with our customers to shape the support they receive. We invited S to develop a job advertisement for their new deputy service manager, and this is what they shared:

"Hi, I'm S. and I am a 43-year-old woman who lives in a supported living accommodation in Newham since 2022.

I am generally a happy and sociable person who enjoys being with those around me and makes friends quickly. I have a good relationship with my family and enjoy spending time with them at their house when I can.

I enjoy activities like arts and crafts, spending time on YouTube, dancing and going to the café. I also enjoy looking after myself and getting my nails and hair done and shopping for nice clothes (but I might need prompting to put outfits together to look nice and I enjoy staff telling me I am looking well and giving me positive feedback).

I like to be surrounded by people who are very proactive and can be creative and patient when engaging me in tasks and activities - and are confident supporting me in building safe relationships. I enjoy and respond well to positive affirmations and recognition of my progress."

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.

ICT & Facilities Assistant (Part-Time)
Fulham-based, with travel to sites across London
Monday to Friday, 9am–2pm (25 hours per week)
Two-year fixed-term contract
c£28,000 FTE (actual salary pro rata)

Are you a tech-savvy, people-focused problem solver looking for a part-time role with purpose?

We’re supporting a small, well-established charity that provides housing and support to vulnerable people. They’re looking for an ICT & Facilities Assistant to join their friendly team and help keep their digital systems running smoothly – and their staff supported and connected.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, values meaningful work, and is comfortable being the go-to person for day-to-day IT support.

What you’ll be doing:

• Acting as first-line support for all things IT – from SharePoint and Teams to mobile phones, AV kit and the organisation’s in-house CRM.

• Logging and escalating more complex tech issues to the external ICT contractor or your line manager as needed.

• Setting up user accounts, permissions and access rights, with a focus on security and good cyber hygiene.

• Helping with onboarding new staff, setting up laptops and workstations, and delivering basic Office 365 training.

• Keeping IT documentation up to date – including inventories, guides and user manuals.

• Supporting with basic facilities tasks, including office moves and covering the Fulham site reception on occasion.

What we’re looking for:

• A qualification in IT (e.g. diploma or degree) and strong working knowledge of Windows 11, Microsoft 365, Teams and SharePoint.

• Experience supporting hardware (laptops, phones, tablets) and networking infrastructure.

• A good grasp of cyber security best practices.

• Someone proactive, organised and approachable – a natural helper who’s happy juggling different tasks.

• An understanding of, or interest in, the challenges faced by ex-Service men and women.

This is an office-based role working 9am–2pm, Monday to Friday. You'll be based in Fulham, with occasional travel to other sites across London.

If you enjoy rolling your sleeves up, supporting people, and making sure the tech just works – this could be a perfect part-time fit.

To apply or find out more, get in touch today. Please note, CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Do you believe that it is possible to change the rules of the economy so that it works better for people and planet? Are you driven by a commitment to make the UK more equitable, sustainable and democratic? Are you an expert in social policy? If so, we have the job for you.

For 40 years NEF has turned bold ideas, robust research and community power into real-world change to build a new economy that works for people and planet. At this critical moment in global and domestic politics, we are looking for someone to head up our social policy team, leading visionary flagship programmes on public service reform, housing and social security. NEF has always been a pioneer of cutting-edge research, big ideas and effective campaigning. We work at the interface between economic, social and environmental policy and we are looking for a Head of Social Policy that can help us push this frontier. 

Working with a talented team of researchers and economists, directors and other heads, you will develop a strategy to steer NEF’s social policy work, lead the development of and fundraising for programmes of research, policy and influencing and help ensure new and existing work delivers clear, high quality and rigorous outputs and outcomes.

You will need a strong track record of leading research, policy development, a keen sense of how change happens and strong relationships with partners across politics, civil society, trade unions and business. And you will need a passion for economic, social and environmental justice and a belief that we can make change happen.

Role: Head of Social Policy

Hours of work: Full Time

NEF operates a Shorter Working Week, with a full-time equivalent of 32 hours per week. As part of our commitment to flexible working we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant, which can be discussed at interview stage.

Salary range: £56,477 to £68,268, depending on qualifications and experience

Location: London (in-office min two days per week)

Contract type: permanent

Responsible to: Deputy Chief Executive

The Head of Social Policy leads the development of our thinking across public service reform, social security and housing.  This role develops - and is responsible for the effective delivery of a NEF-wide social policy strategy and of projects that are delivering on this strategy.  The Head of Social Policy acts as a key spokesperson for NEF and promotes our work at a local, regional and national level.

As NEF has a particular strategic focus on transforming the way policy is made so that it better reflects the lived experience of the people, communities and movements that most need change, we look to heads across our different themes to help develop and test new approaches to policy and advocacy.

The Head of Social Policy generates project ideas, oversees the development of quantitative and qualitative research, leads funding bids and manages day-to-day funder relationships.  This role leads a team which both develops our thinking on social policy and provides expertise to other teams at NEF.

 Deadline for applications: midnight on 14th September 2025

Interviews: 23rd and 25th September 2025

Start date: ASAP

To apply, please send your CV and Covering letter (no longer than 2 pages) outlining how you meet the person specification in Word format.

Please also complete the Equality and Diversity monitoring from.

You must be eligible to work in the UK, we are unable to sponsor visas.

NEF is committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We acknowledge that people from certain backgrounds are under-represented in research and policy making and we’re committed to doing what we can to correct this. We are particularly keen to receive applications from black, asian and minority ethnic people; people with disabilities; people who identify as being LGTBQIA; people who have a mental health condition; and people who identify as working class or have done so in the past. We are also aware that many highly capable prospective candidates nonetheless rule themselves out of work in research and policy because they underestimate their own ability to do the role. With this in mind, we strongly encourage applications from anyone who is prepared to learn and grow on the job and would like to stress that past experience of working in think tanks is not required.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.  We make use of positive action to select between candidates of equal merit as a way to address under-representation in our workforce.

NEF believes in diversity

Registered charity number 1055254

The Royal Commonwealth Society is seeking a highly organised, proactive, and experienced events manager to lead the planning and execution of its diverse portfolio of high-profile and fundraising events. The postholder will manage the full lifecycle of events - from concept through delivery - ensuring every event reflects the Society’s values and enhances its reputation and reach.

Flagship events include the Commonwealth Day Service at Westminster Abbey, an Award Ceremony for The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition at Buckingham Palace, the High Commissioners’ Banquet at Mansion House, and other ceremonial, stakeholder, youth, and fundraising engagements.

Key responsibilities: 

• Lead the end-to-end management of all RCS events, ensuring the successful delivery of high-profile, ceremonial, and fundraising events.
• Oversee event planning, including venue sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier coordination, protocol, security, AV, catering, and staffing.
• Manage the delivery of the Commonwealth Day Service at Westminster Abbey, ensuring coordination with the Royal Household, Westminster Abbey, the BBC, and government departments.
• Deliver a Commonwealth Concert as a key fundraising and engagement event, managing all artistic, production, and logistical elements.
• Organise the High Commissioners’ Banquet at Mansion House, coordinating with the City of London Corporation, the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council, diplomatic missions, and keynote speakers.
• Support other public-facing events, including those connected to The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition, and the Commonwealth Clean Oceans Plastics Campaign.
• Prepare and manage budgets, ensuring events are delivered on time and within financial parameters.
• Oversee guest and stakeholder management, including invitations, RSVP tracking, VIP handling, seating plans, and pre-event briefings.
• Prepare comprehensive briefing materials for events, including biographies, guest lists, and running orders, ensuring accuracy and alignment with protocol requirements.
• Draft and coordinate speaking notes for key participants and speakers, tailored to the event’s purpose, audience, and messaging objectives.
• Maintain and update key documentation, including event timelines, run sheets, contact lists, and risk assessments.
• Support post-event evaluation, producing summary reports and identifying lessons learned.
• Assist in fundraising endeavours such as grant writing and donor stewardship.
• Other duties as and when required.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Department/Service:

The finance department is responsible for the overall financial management and administration of the 4million turnover at GSU. The department plays a crucial role in ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, including HMRC, Charities Commission, Companies House, and pensions. This includes supporting our annual external financial audit.

The finance team act as Business Partners to the rest of the organisation ensuring they understand financial processes to aid effective working. The team also work alongside our external payroll provider and our external digital system provider to ensure smooth and effective working.

Job Purpose:

Provide a professional, accurate, and timely accounting service in respect to all management and statutory reporting. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external support services to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the Finance department, ensuring excellence in service delivery.

Reports to:

• Currently reporting to the CEO whilst the senior management role in the Finance Department is under review. The senior management post is currently vacant.

Responsible for:

• Supporting, managing, supervising, and developing one Finance Coordinator and one Finance Assistant.
• Temporary Interns and/or student staff supporting the Finance team as required

Duties and Key Responsibilities

1. Management and Statutory Reporting:

• Prepare accurate management accounts on a timely basis each month.
• Reconcile all balance sheet accounts monthly, including accruals and prepayments.
• Prepare and submit statutory reports, including VAT Returns, Companies House, and Charities Commission Annual Returns.
• Support the preparation of the annual accounts for the external financial audit and play an instrumental role during the audit process.
• Reconcile GSU bank accounts including PayPal online accounts weekly and monthly.
• Reconcile Commercial Income to Bank Accounts producing weekly sales and analysis reports.

2. Budgeting, Forecasting, and Cashflow Statements:

• Support in the preparation of the annual budget and reforecasts.
• Create forecast reports and statements as and when required.
• Produce monthly and annual cashflow and liquidity statements.

3. Business Partnering and Collaboration:

• Act as a business partner to all GSU staff members, providing financial insights and support to meet organisational goals.
• Work alongside external support services (e.g., payroll providers and digital finance systems) to ensure smooth operations and excellence in the Finance department.
• Collaborate with external auditors and other stakeholders to ensure compliance and effective financial management.

4. Managing and Supervisory Duties:

• Supervise and support the professional development of two GSU finance staff members.
• Foster a team culture that promotes accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
• Oversee the responsibilities of Finance Coordinator and Finance Administrator and ensure their tasks align with departmental goals.
• Supervise and support interns and student staff as appropriate.

5. Digital Systems and Processes:

• Maintain efficient digital finance systems and processes to streamline financial operations (Twinfield, Ezora & Basecone for example).
• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of digital records and reporting systems.
• Evaluate and improve digital tools and workflows to enhance departmental efficiency.

6. General Finance Department Duties:

• Oversee and assist with sales ledger, purchase ledger, and payroll functions as needed.
• Support the Finance Coordinator and Finance Assistant to issue and maintain records of purchase orders and associated invoices.
• Support the Finance Coordinator and Finance Assistant to maintain and post all petty cash transactions.
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports and information for the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), Trustee Board, and other stakeholders as required.
• Respond proactively to financial queries from GSU staff.
• Support the ongoing review and development of Finance department systems and procedures.
• Maintain customer-facing systems and ensure smooth operations for Finance department stakeholders.

7. External Audit and Compliance:

• Prepare schedules and reconciliations for the annual audit.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including HMRC and Charities Commission guidelines.

General Responsibilities:

• Represent and be an ambassador for GSU.
• Be flexible and carry out other associated duties as may arise, develop, or be assigned in line with the broad remit of the position.
• Maintain and improve competencies through continuous professional development.
• Abide by organisational policies, codes of conduct, and practices.
• Support and promote liberation, diversity, and equality of opportunity in the workplace.
• Treat with confidentiality any personal, private, or sensitive information about individuals, organisations, clients, or staff and project data.
• Adhere to the Sustainability Policy and strive to reduce the organisation’s carbon footprint.
• Actively seek better ways to assist GSU in becoming a more sustainable workplace.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

Experience:

• Experience in preparing management accounts budgets, forecasts, and cashflows.
• Experience in preparing and reconciling VAT returns.
• Experience in reconciling balance sheet control accounts including salaries
• Proficiency in using accounting software and digital finance systems.
• Previous experience working in a Finance department.
• Experience in customer service and promoting financial literacy.
• Experience in payroll processes.
• Familiarity with supporting and developing team members.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong customer service focus and ability to build effective working relationships.
• Ability to engage, motivate, and support team members.
• Excellent communication skills (face-to-face, MS Teams, phone, and email).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Proficiency in IT tools for report writing, email, and database management.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and methodical working.

Knowledge:

• Regulatory requirements and best practices in accounting and finance.
• Knowledge of HMRC, Charities Act, SORP, VAT, PAYE, and pension compliance.

Education/Training:

• Part-qualified ACCA or a training towards a relevant professional accounting qualification.
• Relevant practical experience in accounting and finance.

Personal Attributes and Other Requirements:

• Hybrid or office-based work with the ability to travel to other campuses when needed.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, or stay overnight as necessary.
• Strong team player with a flexible approach to work.
• Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.
• Awareness and application of diversity issues in all areas of work.
• Commitment to the values and ethos of the organisation

Upcycling Programme Consultant

Location: Based at HFHGB Upcycling Workshop (49 Gale St RM9 4NU) and at Restore (16 High St RM1 1HR), as and when required. There may also be a need to attend Corporate offices/locations.

Engagement Basis: Freelance, activity-based contract 

Please submit your CV and an expression of interest. 

Closing Date is Wednesday 27th August 2025.

Background  

Habitat for Humanity Great Britain (HFHGB) is part of the international Habitat for Humanity network, tackling housing poverty around the world. Decent and affordable housing is about much more than four walls and a roof – housing intersects with critical development issues, including gender equality, human rights, and climate change. You can find out more about our work on our website.

We're not just creating homes. We're also creating opportunities. Providing connections and support for people in housing need as well as volunteer experiences for corporate partners. At Habitat for Humanity’s upcycling initiative we take things and bring them into the workshop and give them a new lease of life.

Overview  

Habitat for Humanity GB (HFHGB) engages corporate volunteers in practical upcycling workshops as part of its social impact programme. These workshops involve the restoration or creation of furniture and home goods for people experiencing housing precarity. We are seeking an experienced freelance consultant to manage and deliver this programme on a flexible, per-project basis. 

Less than 2% of social housing actually comes with furniture. Our upcycling workshop aims to part-furnish these properties with high quality repaired and upcycled items and create opportunities for other households and communities experiencing economic hardship to furnish their own space.

We have strong support from the UK public, who are keen to make donations of furniture and materials, as well as support from the UK private sector. This project will combine these offers of support by enabling a creative workshop space where teams of volunteers can be supervised to upcycle donated items. Our upcycling project aims to furnish properties with high quality repaired and upcycled items and create opportunities for other households and communities experiencing economic hardship to furnish their own space. Upcycled furniture also goes to our Restore in Romford which is our Charity DIY shop and a community space for low-income households to purchase essential furniture items and access tailored DIY and construction information to help them make affordable improvements to their home.   

Scope of Services 

The consultant will be contracted to provide services under two categories: 

A. Workshop Delivery (Per Event Basis) 

• Lead upcycling workshops for groups of up to 15 volunteers 

• Demonstrate furniture painting, sanding, or assembly techniques 

• Provide safety briefings and facilitate an inclusive and engaging volunteer experience 

• Ensure venue is prepared (tools, PPE, materials) and tidied post-event 

• Capture basic event data (e.g., attendance, photos, testimonials) 

B. Planning & Admin (Hourly Basis) 

• Liaise with HFHGB staff to scope each workshop 

• Procure or prepare necessary materials (paint, wood, furniture) 

• Coordinate with donors and suppliers on logistics 

• Maintain inventory of workshop tools and supplies 

• Maintain inventory of food/refreshments e.g. water, milk, tea etc

• Support design of new upcycling activities for different skill levels 

Scope of Consultancy 

The Upcycling Programme Consultant will be engaged to deliver HFHGB’s Upcycling Workshops. We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative and supportive individual to fulfil this role. The ideal consultant will have experience working with individuals from a mixture of backgrounds and with different experience levels:

• Overseeing workshop delivery in line with agreed project scope, developing and managing a process to ensure that donated items of furniture are upcycled to a high quality and providing input into volunteer coordination and inductions as agreed. 

• We are looking for someone with the creativity and drive to grow the project and workshop outputs, and existing experience of furniture upcycling, such as varnishing, painting, knowledge of furniture restoration is essential as this is the focus of the existing work.

• There will be times where the Upcycling Programme Consultant will be required contribute to related activities if mutually agreed, such as meeting with various partners and helping with collections or deliveries.

Furniture Upcycling   

• To coordinate with a team of designated supervisors who will oversee day to day upcycling with Corporate Partners, e.g. volunteers. This includes involvement in appointment, oversight and assisting with necessary training for supervisors etc. 

• To develop creative and engaging ideas and processes about what to do with the furniture from start to finish.

• This includes identifying which pieces of furniture will be upcycled for each session, in what way they will be painted and finished and what products will be used. Ultimately creating a process for each piece which supervisors can use in the sessions as a guide for the day and with participants.

• To oversee the donation and collection of stock and materials from partners and donors, including liaising with Restore and procuring from local sources.

• To complete regular stock checks to ensure adequate stock of all items needed to creatively upcycle furniture in available including but not limited to paint, sandpaper, waxes, varnishes, and tools.

Programme Support Activities/Project Logistics and Liaison/Project Co-oridnation. 

• Act as the primary liaison for all Upcycling enquiries, working with suppliers, media and supporters as required. Representing Habitat at workshops, internal and external events with current and potential donors.

• Track and report on expenditure for the project, as agreed with Habitat for Humanity and the Director of Programme Delivery ensuring value for money and adherence to, and review of budget expectations. 

• Facilitate relevant meetings relating to the project, including setting agendas, writing, distributing, and following up on agreed actions.

• Co-ordinate with HFHGB staff to develop all marketing materials using all the charity’s communication channels. 

• Adhere to HFHGB health and safety procedures while on-site. 

• Provide excellent customer service to ensure all stakeholders have a positive experience of the project.

• Evaluate the success and impact of the project by monitoring pieces upcycled and diverted from landfill, and GIK (Gift in kind) donated to support the project, 

• Ensure all registration forms, health and safety and inductions forms are completed and saved according to GDPR practices.

• Ensure before and after photos of the furniture and volunteer involvement on the day is captured and downloaded onto the appropriate system.

• Provide information to ensure the Impact Team can prepare narrative and financial reports required by donors.

Consultant Profile 

The consultant is expected to have: 

• Demonstrable experience in furniture upcycling, including restoration, varnishing, and upholstery. 

• Experience working with volunteers in a workshop or creative environment. 

• Strong organisational skills and ability to deliver on time and within budget. 

• Confidence in liaising with donors, corporate volunteers, and suppliers 

• A current clean UK driving licence and access to transport 

• Experience coordinating creative workshops or similar hands-on activities 

5. Key Deliverables 

• Up to 3 workshops per week (subject to bookings) 

• Basic post-event summary submitted within 5 working days of each session 

• Workshop area maintained in good order 

• Regular inventory updates and re-stocking requests submitted quarterly 

Fees & Payment 

• Workshop Delivery Days: £200/day (inclusive of preparation and facilitation time) 

• Planning/Admin Time: £25/hour (pre-approved, capped per project) 

• Invoicing: Monthly in arrears, based on completed activities and submitted timesheets 

• Payment Terms: Within 30 days of receipt of invoice 

Join a dynamic, growing charity that inspires children in disadvantaged communities to grow, cook, and enjoy healthy food. We’re seeking an experienced Programme Manager and child-led educator to lead our national Food Discovery team, ensuring high-quality delivery, strategic growth, and strong advocacy for food education.

You’ll manage a dispersed team, oversee recruitment, training, budgeting, and evaluation, and build partnerships with schools, funders, and sector networks. The role demands excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills, with the ability to travel nationally.

Requirements:

• Proven leadership and programme management experience, ideally in education, community engagement, or food education.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, health & safety, and working with primary school-aged children.
• Skilled communicator, relationship-builder, and advocate.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

About The Country Trust

The Country Trust believes every child should discover first-hand the connections between the food they eat, their own health and the health of the planet. We are the UK’s leading educational charity on a mission to connect children with the land that sustains us all.

When we don’t understand where food comes from, how it’s grown, or have the chance to spend time outdoors, there’s a significant knock-on effect for our health and the environment. Through nearly 50 years of programme delivery, we know children facing disadvantage often have the most to gain from this connection but are least able to access it.

Through food, farming and countryside experiences, our mission is to empower children to be confident, curious, and create change in their lives and the world around them — so that they and society thrive.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Personal Assistant to join our Private Office team and support our three National Officers: the National President, the National Chair and the National Vice Chair.

As Personal Assistant (PA) to the National Officers, you’ll be responsible for delivering first-class executive support, managing complex schedules, coordinating high-level meetings and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the National Officers office within the Private Office team.

You will manage significant internal and external relationships and work closely with our Head of Private Office, Chief of Staff, Governance team and other PAs across RBL to provide coordinated and consistent support. This role will truly see you at the heart of the action, helping to drive success through your exceptional organisational skills and proactive support.

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

Reporting to our Head of Private Office, key responsibilities will include:

- Proactively manage the diary of the three National Officers - all appointments, meetings, and events are scheduled efficiently and in a timely manner
- Draft, review, and manage correspondence on behalf of the National Officers, ensuring a high standard of professionalism and accuracy
- Take minutes at relevant meetings, capturing key action points and following up on actions
- Arrange travel and accommodation for the National Officers as required, ensuring the details are thoroughly planned and confirmed in advance
- Undertake research tasks for the National Officers, gathering detailed information, presenting supporting facts, figures, and recommendations for implementation

You will bring extensive experience supporting to senior management level and have outstanding communication skills, able to confidently communicate and engage with a range of stakeholders. Your ability to work at pace while supporting senior leaders will be second to none and you will have highly effective planning and organisational skills. Experience working in a similar organisation advantageous, though not essential. Most importantly you will have a passion for your work and will be eager to utilise that to support the work of RBL.

 You will be contracted to our London, Haig House Hub with a minimum expectation of two days per week working in person at the Hub and flexibility for working remotely/at home when not on site.

 Employee benefits include –

- 28 day’s paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%
- Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
- Opportunities to volunteer
- Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Woodbridge Park Education Service, Aspire Isleworth & Inspire Feltham, London Borough of Hounslow

Ref: EMF-251

Closing date: 25 August at 9am

Are you a proactive, organised and empathetic individual with direct or indirect experience of the criminal justice system and a proven record of supporting young people involved in, or at risk of entry into, the Criminal Justice System?  Are you a natural communicator and listener with sound knowledge of the challenges and issues facing vulnerable young people?

If so, St Giles is looking for a Senior SOS+ Embedded Mentor and Facilitator to provide vital one-to-one embedded mentoring support and guidance to young people (aged 11-18) identified as being at risk of exploitation, plus deliver awareness-raising workshops across educational and community provisions, on topics such as Gangs and County Lines, and Weapon Awareness.

About St Giles Trust
An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need.  Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.

About this exciting opportunity
Our successful candidate will be responsible for delivering preventative and early intervention training sessions for groups of children and young people on the risks associated with all aspects of gang involvement, exploitation, and violence.  This will also include establishing and maintaining positive relationships with students to provide emotional support, guidance, and mentorship whilst also advocating for their wellbeing and success and to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of children and young people. 

We will rely on you to address individual student needs and challenges, utilising personal experiences, local knowledge, professional skills, and SOS+ materials to offer support and intervention and to assist students in setting and achieving academic, personal, and career goals.  Collaborating with professionals to support and develop strategies to minimise the risk to students and developing positive, pro-social attitudes, behaviour, and social skills among students are both vital aspects of this role, as is maintaining accurate records of student interactions, progress, and outcomes and supporting in the collation of evaluative data.

What we are looking for

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal
• Ability to confidently speak in front of large and small groups, delivering key messages, following a session plan, and achieving learning objectives
• An understanding and demonstration of professional standards and accountability
• A commitment to promoting inclusivity and equity and excellent safeguarding practice
• Excellent record keeping and good technical literacy of Microsoft Applications
• To have a Level 3 qualification in relevant field or willing to work towards one
• A professional, collaborative and flexible approach to your work

Please note:  as an organisation that works with children and adults at risk we are committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the safety of our clients and successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Child Workforce with Child Barred list DBS.

In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more.

We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.

St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.

We will be reviewing applications as they are received, and reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is appointed. We therefore strongly encourage early applications to avoid any disappointment

Closing date: 25 August 9am