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Universify Education is looking for a passionate and motivated Fundraising Officer to deliver the charity's fundraising activities and engage Universify’s community to enable the ongoing running of our transformative programmes. This is a great opportunity for someone experienced in fundraising to gain a deeper understanding of charity fundraising, finance, impact reporting and governance.
THE ROLE
As the Fundraising Officer, you will plan and deliver the charity’s income generation strategy, covering Trusts and Foundations, Individual Giving and Public Fundraising. You will work with the programme team to create integrated charity communications to increase awareness of the charity’s impact. You will also work in collaboration with the CEO on the charity’s financial management and governance.
There is flexibility within the role to try other aspects of the charity’s work, including programme delivery and working with young people. Please see our job description for further information about working at Universify.
THE CHARITY
Universify exists to create a fairer, more equal society where every young person can fulfil their potential regardless of their background. We work primarily with Year 10-11 students (aged 14-16) to increase their aspirations, improve GCSE attainment and to gain a greater understanding of post-18 pathways, particularly university, to make a more informed decision about their future. Our main Oxford programme includes a week-long residential in summer of Year 10, a 3-day GCSE-focused revision residential in the spring of Year 11, and regular online coaching.
Main Duties
- Plan and deliver the charity’s income generation strategy, including Trusts and Foundations, Individual Giving, and Public Fundraising campaigns
- Identify new opportunities and maintain a database of fundraising prospects
- Create funding bids, project budgets and grant reports
- Track and report on fundraising progress to the CEO and wider staff team, with development opportunities to report to the board of trustees
- Deepen engagement with existing stakeholders through stewardship
- Collaborate with the programme team to create and manage integrated charity communications to increase awareness of the charity’s impact
- Alongside the CEO, contribute to the charity's financial management including payments and payroll
- Support the team in one ad hoc function (based on candidate’s preferences and skills)
- Volunteer and tutor recruitment and onboarding, or
- Impact reporting and CRM maintenance, or
- Charity governance, filing duties, and financial management, or
- Safeguarding support.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Required skills and characteristics
- Clear communicator, able to adapt written communication to suit a range of audiences
- Ability to work independently, organise a pipeline of work and communicate progress to a team
- Ability to create and maintain relationships with a range of external stakeholders
- Able to think creatively and identify opportunities to raise funds
- Proactive, adaptable and self-motivated
- Basic understanding of trusts and foundations fundraising processes (prospecting, application cycles, stewardship)
- Basic understanding of project budgets and data analysis; attention to detail and accurate with handling information
- Works well in a small team and is interested in working in a small organisation
Required experience
We are looking for candidates with the following experience:
- Experience prospecting and writing bids in a charity or commercial setting
- Experience in stakeholder management and stewardship
- Experience working flexibly across multiple projects
- Experience in managing a large project independently; ready to take the initiative to deliver a project to a high standard
- Experience and confidence in using MS Office and Excel
Desirable experience and skills
Ideally, candidates would have experience in some of the following areas:
- Track record of fundraising success across multiple income streams and identifying new opportunities to raise funds
- Experience preparing fundraising budgets
- Experience in using Canva or other design tools
- Experience of using the basic functions of a CRM and a willingness to build this knowledge
- Previous experience working within the UK secondary education sector and knowledge of the UK university access and outreach sector
- Some data analysis skills
Please upload your CV to show the following:
1. Please provide all education and qualifications to date, starting with your most recent qualification and including pending qualifications. Please include School / College / University; Date obtained; Qualification Grade
2. Previous Employment and Voluntary Experience - please provide your full employment history, starting with your current or most recent employment, including explanations for any gaps. Please include Employer; Post Held and Key Responsibilities; Start and End Dates; Reason for leaving/ gap in employment
3. References - please provide details of two professional referees, one of whom should be your current/latest employer.
Universify is committed to educational equality - and that universities should be open to anyone with academic potential, regardless of background.



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The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) is the world’s largest alliance of national societies of obstetrics and gynecology, bringing together professionals from more than 139 countries and territories. For over 70 years, FIGO has collaborated with the world’s top health, rights, and donor bodies. We are in official relations with the World Health Organization and consultative status with the United Nations.
FIGO is dedicated to the improvement of the health and rights of women and girls and to the reduction of disparities in health care, as well as to advancing the science and practice of obstetrics and gynecology. We pursue our mission through education, research implementation, advocacy, and capacity building with our member societies.
Financial control responsibility for accurate, complete, Charity SORP compliant balances in the balance sheet. Review of all monthly balance sheet reconciliations, completeness and of income and expenditure lines and controls accounts. This includes ownership of fixed assets register, KPIs for debtor and creditors aged balances, correct processing of taxes (PAYE/NI and VAT) and banking administration.
Responsible for administering the Procurement Policy and Delegation of Authority. Manage and delegate the financial systems. This includes all aspects of systems management, continuous development and full utilisation of the enterprise resource planning (ERP) cloud-based software. Lead and support system-led financial and procedural controls to elevate current practices to meet best practices in accounting and reporting as per IFRS102 and Charity SORP regulatory standards. The role includes change management and process embedding, upskilling end-users and improving user experience.
Business partner across internal and external stakeholders to ensure reporting requirements are met. Achieve high level of assurance and integrity in reports including interrogation and correction as required. Support variance analysis and commentaries on all levels of reporting.
Support finance colleagues in delivery of overall Finance objectives when required i.e. absence cover and deputise for the Head of Finance.
FIGO is the only organisation that brings together professional societies of obstetricians and gynecologists on a global basis.
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Team:Philanthropy & Partnerships
Location:Homebased with some travel for meetings & events
Work pattern:35 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Salary:Up to £49,149.84 per annum
Contract:Fixed term until 31st August 2027 with potential for extension
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our enthusiastic employees, volunteers, and supporters are using their kindness andexpertiseto make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Corporate Partnerships DevelopmentManager:
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The Corporate Partnerships Development Manager will play a key role at Cats Protection by raising new and transformational funds in support of the organisation’s10 yearstrategicobjectives.
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The role will lead the Corporate Partnerships new business team, to build profitable, multiyear relationships with companies, ensuring propositions are maximised and new partners onboarded to the highest standards
About the Corporate Partnerships team:
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We sit within the Marketing & Income Generation directorate.
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The corporate partnerships team is split between new business and account management, made up of driven,passionateand dynamic corporate fundraisers
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We currently have a team of one full time and one part time Senior Corporate Partnerships Development Officers in new business. On account management side our team consist of a Corporate Partnerships Development Manager, Corporate Partnerships Account Manager and Corporate Partnerships Officer. This is in addition to a Lead Corporate Partnerships Manager who oversees the entire corporate partnerships team.
What we are looking for in our Corporate Partnerships DevelopmentManager:
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Experience of leading fundraising teams to deliver and drive income and growth
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Significant experienceof developing relationships and raising money fromnewbusinesses and other corporate organisations within a charity
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A demonstrabletrack recordof delivering significant financial results against agreed targets and timescales.
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Significant experienceof managing a diverse range of stakeholders and relationships at a variety of levels
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Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities.
What we can offer you:
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range of health benefits
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26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
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Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing.
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and much more, which you can learn about
Interested?Here’show to apply:
Application closing date: 31st August 2026
Virtual interview date: 7th September 2026
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
3. Final stage presentation (dependent on first stage interviews)
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
Team:Research & Engagement (Philanthropy & Partnerships)
Location:Homebased
Work pattern:35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary:Up to £38,918.33 per annum
Contract: Permanent
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our enthusiastic employees, volunteers, and supporters are using their kindness andexpertiseto make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Senior Corporate PartnershipsCommunicationsOfficer:
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Thesuccessful candidate willberesponsible fordeveloping,coordinatingand delivering strategic communications opportunities that magnify Cats Protection’sobjectivesand goals through our Corporate Partnerships.
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The role will work closely with the Corporate Partnerships team to build innovative and impactful communication strategies and marketing plans for current and new partners, as well as generate creative ideas for prospects.
AbouttheResearchand Engagementteam:
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We sit within the Marketing & Income Generation directorate.
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The Research and Engagement teamsits within Philanthropy and Partnerships andbrings together prospect research,communicationsand events to ensure a coordinated,insight‑ledandsupporter‑centredapproach supporting fundraisers to grow pipelines, build meaningful relationships, and maximise long-term income for Cats Protection.
What we are looking for in our Senior Corporate PartnershipsCommunicationsOfficer:
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Significant corporate partnership account management experience withparticular expertisein the creation and delivery of partner marketing communications
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Extensive experience of developing strong relationships with supporters/ clients/colleagues
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Experience of developing bespoke propositions/presentations/proposals
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Experience of working with marketing teams to develop marcomms campaigns
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Significant charity experience
What we can offer you:
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range of health benefits
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26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
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Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing.
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and much more, which you can learn about
Interested?Here’show to apply:
Application closing date: 31st August 2026
Virtual interview date: 14th September and 16th September 2026 (subject to change)
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
Role: Habitats and Fisheries Campaign Officer
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Location: Hybrid working. Cornwall or London office three days per week, home working two days per week.
Job Purpose
Oceana is looking for a talented and motivated campaign officer to join our team at a critical and exciting moment for our campaigns.
The role will support our Campaign Manager to deliver measurable progress to ensure the UK’s marine protected areas are fully protected from heavy industry such as industrial bottom trawling and dredging. You will also be focused on delivering campaign actions aimed at ending overfishing, once and for all. You will help Oceana embed its role as a leading organisation in the marine NGO space in the UK, and drive forward bold campaign actions that inspire meaningful and long-lasting change.
Eligible candidates should have some experience in campaigning, but we’re equally looking for passion, motivation and a drive to protect the ocean. You should be a self-starter, with a strong ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
The position will be hybrid, based three days per week (Tues-Thurs) in Oceana’s UK offices in Newquay, Cornwall or Paddington, London. Regular national, and occasional international, travel will be required to meet team members and stakeholders in geographically diverse locations, including Washington, Dc
Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of Oceana’s campaigns on protecting marine habitats and ending overfishing, working with the campaign manager and other colleagues.
- Co-ordinate specific campaign actions within our Habitats and Overfishing campaigns, and draft campaign letters, assets and briefings as directed by the Campaign Manager.
- Commission and coordinate consultants to produce creative campaigning outputs, working closely with the rest of the team.
- Support the development and delivery of engaging digital campaign actions, contributing to concept development and creating campaign actions through Engaging Networks and other digital platforms.
- Support the effective convening of diverse stakeholders, coordinating logistics, undertaking administrative tasks, and organising online and in-person meetings and events.
- Support public affairs engagement activities, including liaising with parliamentary offices, drafting correspondence and parliamentary questions, and attending stakeholder meetings.
- Monitor parliamentary activity across campaign areas and maintain accurate, up-to-date records within the parliamentary engagement database.
- Maintain a working knowledge of the political climate, and latest science and policy developments, around fisheries and marine habitat protection.
- Gather and catalogue evidence and insights to support lobbying and campaign actions, and public mobilisation.
- Work closely with the UK Communications team at Oceana to ensure that all campaign communications are in line with Oceana’s brand, campaign goals, science, and evidence.
- Actively participate in key policy and campaign events to defend and advance Oceana campaign goals.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with external stakeholders, helping to advance Oceana's campaign objectives with audiences ranging from supporters and community groups to policymakers.
- Represent Oceana externally in relevant networks, with partners and in the media as needed.
- Regularly monitor campaign progress in line with agreed KPIs and contribute to wider organisational monitoring and evaluation processes as required.
- Contribute to annual internal campaign planning cycle.
- Other campaign and administrative tasks as required to support the campaigns team.
- Other responsibilities as appropriate and necessary to achieve campaign and organisational objectives.
Candidate Requirements
Education and work experience:
- At least two years of professional experience in campaigning or a related field.
- Experience supporting successful public campaigns that directly challenge policy makers.
- Familiarity with marine and climate issues, regulations and policies in the UK, as well as with key institutions and decision-making processes.
- Experience working with or coordinating NGO networks/coalitions on a campaign issue.
- Degree-level qualification in any subject, or equivalent experience, with a demonstrated interest in campaigning, public affairs, communications, advocacy, or environmental issues (desirable but not essential).
Skills and knowledge
- Strong written communication skills, including drafting briefings, correspondence and campaign materials.
- Research and analytical skills, including the ability to synthesise complex information and identify key insights.
- Understanding of UK parliamentary and political processes.
- Ability to confidently communicate campaign messages to a wide range of stakeholders.
- Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, and ability to work collaboratively with staff and other organisations.
- Strong co-ordination skills, with demonstrable experience effectively supporting multiple workstreams and prioritising multiple tasks, projects and timelines.
- Good understanding of the principles of Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and a proven commitment to improving these in the environmental space.
- Integrity and the ability to work with confidential information with discretion.
- A passion for UK seas and delivering a healthy ocean in general.
Application Deadline: 13 September 2026
Interviews: From 24 September 2026
Role: Oil and Gas Campaign Manager
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Location: Hybrid working. Cornwall or London office three days per week, home working two days per week.
Job Purpose
The Oil and Gas Campaign Manager will manage and deliver our campaign to end new oil and gas drilling in UK waters, and drive forward our Ocean Alliance Against Offshore Drilling, a coalition of over 70 organisations united behind this goal.
Reporting to the Head of Campaigns, this role will be responsible for the design and practical delivery of innovative, engaging, and clear campaign plans to meet Oceana’s goals to deliver an end to new oil and gas drilling in UK waters.
Eligible candidates should have proven experience in managing and delivering complex public campaigns to drive national policy change. They must be passionate, and able to develop and implement creative and bold campaign activities, alongside our small but experienced team.
The position will be hybrid, based three days per week (Tues-Thurs) in Oceana’s UK offices in Newquay, Cornwall or Paddington, London. Regular national, and occasional international, travel will be required to meet team members and stakeholders in geographically diverse locations, including: Washington, DC.
Responsibilities
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Develop, manage and deliver Oceana UK’s Oil and Gas campaigns, taking responsibility for their quality, timeliness and success.
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Contribute and advise on campaign strategies through annual planning and budgeting process, and through on-going detailed project planning.
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Design and manage delivery of all of Oceana UK’s Oil and Gas campaign activities, including (but not limited to) campaign actions and launches, public mobilisations, digital actions, NGO partnerships and allies, coalitions and potential legal challenges.
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Plan all projects in detail, securing approval of all details, and documenting clear methodology, roles, responsibilities, and timelines in advance.
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Oversee the successful management of the Ocean Alliance Against Offshore Drilling, growing the alliance in number and impact.
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Manage the campaign calendar and budget, ensuring that all campaign deliverables are managed and delivered on time and to budget, with any updates accurately reflected in the quarterly reforecast process.
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Monitor and evaluate progress against plans, ensuring effective delivery of campaign objectives.
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Work with Science and Research colleagues to ensure that the Oil and Gas campaigns have scientifically robust foundations and evidence.
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Work with Policy colleagues to ensure campaign plans deliver effective lobbying and advocacy toward our goals, including through drafting briefings and letters, meeting and engaging decision makers, planning and attending events, and responding to consultations.
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Support the Communications team to ensure our campaigning plans and delivery are effectively reflected to engage supporters and other relevant audiences.
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In collaboration with the Communications team, manage consultants to design and deliver creative, digital, and design assets in support of campaign actions.
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Collaborate internally with UK Leadership Team and other relevant colleagues, including internationally, taking on board all relevant input, to ensure strong campaign impact.
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Commission and manage consultants to deliver campaign activities and events.
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Build strong external relationships and represent Oceana UK to ensure we advance our campaign goals with a wide range of stakeholders, including civil servants, politicians, NGOs, and businesses.
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Be spokesperson for these campaigns, representing Oceana externally in the media, social media, events, relevant networks, with partners, and in meetings.
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Line manage the Oil and Gas Campaign Officer, offering day-to-day support and learning, as well as longer term career development.
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Be present in person in the London or Cornwall office 3 days per week (Tues-Thurs), promoting a positive working culture.
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Help to draft timely, accurate and compelling funder and supporter reporting.
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Ensure a strong commitment to the organisation's values and vision, as set out by Oceana globally.
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Travel occasionally, both nationally and internationally, to meet with team members and wider internal and external stakeholders.
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Other responsibilities as appropriate and necessary to achieve campaign and organisational objectives.
Candidate Requirements
Education and work experience:
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At least 5 years of professional experience in campaigning, ideally toward ocean or environmental goals (essential).
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Experience managing environmental protection or energy related campaigns in the UK, with an understanding of the main issues, processes and stakeholders involved.
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Experience turning complex policy issues into innovative and engaging campaigns.
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Degree or masters in a related field (preferred).
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Line management experience.
Skills and knowledge:
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Familiarity with energy and environmental regulations, legislation and policies in the UK, as well as with the key institutions and decision-making processes.
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Proficiency at understanding and distilling complex scientific issues for campaigning purposes.
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Excellent understanding of UK parliamentary and political processes and engaging in them for campaign advancement
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Excellent project management skills, with demonstrable experience managing and prioritising multiple workstreams, tasks, projects and timelines effectively.
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Attention to detail and a commitment to quality and impactful campaign outputs.
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Excellent management skills, and proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.
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Excellent relationship building and stakeholder management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with staff and with other organisations and allies.
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organise, analyse, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
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Good understanding of the principles of Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and a proven commitment to improving these in the environmental space.
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Excellent communication and public speaking skills, with the ability to speak confidently in the media and at events.
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Integrity and the ability to work with confidential information with discretion.
Application Deadline: 9 September 2026
Interviews: From 17 September 2026
We are seeking to recruit a Parliamentary and Policy Assistant to support our legislative and policy programme. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to develop a career in environmental policy while gaining first-hand experience of how Parliament and the legislative process work, and insight into the nuts and bolts of the operations of a small not-for-profit environmental organisation.
Working as part of a collaborative team, you will monitor parliamentary activity; research environmental policy; help prepare briefings and updates; support engagement with parliamentarians and stakeholders; contribute to communications; and help deliver events. No two days will be the same and you will gain broad exposure to the work of a busy policy team.
Role profile
- Monitor parliamentary activity including questions, debates, select committees, and legislation.
- Support with preparation of written briefings and other outputs, such as weekly summaries and updates.
- Undertake research on climate change, nature and other related environmental policy areas to inform legislative work, briefings and regular policy updates.
- Provide support to the legislative and policy team including through research, reviewing Hansard and logging and tracking updates
- Assist with data capture and entry into organisational databases.
- Support senior colleagues in preparing for meetings with parliamentarians and external stakeholders.
- Support the delivery of the organisation's communications activity as required, including assisting with drafting website content, blogs and social media posts.
- Support the team with the delivery of parliamentary and external events and visits including venue booking, coordinating invitations, assisting with preparation of event materials and providing administration and logistical support.
- Provide day-to-day administrative support to policy and legislative colleagues, including document filing, note taking in meetings and coordination of meetings.
- Attend parliamentary and external events to support policy research, insights and stakeholder outreach.
- Undertake ad hoc projects and tasks as required.
Skills/experience
We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds who are interested in politics and parliamentary process. More important than any particular qualifications or experience is your ability to communicate effectively; express ideas clearly and precisely in writing; manage competing priorities with a can-do attitude; and work with accuracy and attention to detail. If you are intellectually curious, proactive, and eager to develop your skills and knowledge while contributing to meaningful policy change, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Key knowledge and skills for the role include:
- Knowledge of or an interest in legislation and parliamentary processes.
- Good judgement and eagerness to develop strong political instinct
- Persuasive and clear communicator (oral and written).
- Happy to work in a fast-paced environment with a willingness to work in a flexible and agile way.
- Team-oriented and collaborative: able to build great relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Good IT and social media skills.
- A personal commitment to climate change and environmental issues.
Our mission is to support legislators to act collaboratively, with urgency and ambition, to meet the challenges of climate change and nature loss.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At the British Heart Foundation, our events do more than fund lifesaving research—they inspire hope, bring communities together, and drive positive change.
We're looking for a Events Executive to help us take our events to the next level.
About the role:
As a Events Executive, you’ll support on the ongoing development of event products, with a focus on continuous improvement. You'll help bring compelling, supporter-focused products and propositions to life for the BHF.
- Support iconic events: Support the end-to-end delivery, managing a portfolio of fantastic sporting events.
- Stewardship excellence: Bring our events to life with sector-leading stewardship. You’ll plan and implement innovative strategies to enhance the supporter journey and maximise fundraising efforts.
- Work collaboratively: Work closely with colleagues in the Product Events Delivery team across the UK and other expert functions within the organisation. You’ll build strategic relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers, leading projects to drive continuous improvement and ensure resource availability and event growth.
- Marketing: Partner with marketing, digital experience, and event-day teams to support the delivery memorable experiences and support event growth.
- Budgeting and Finance: Accountable for entering and tracking budgets for all events in your portfolio, ensuring alignment with established KPIs.
This is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity created to provide additional capacity within our Events team during preparations for the London Marathon 2027. In 2027, the event is expected to operate as a one-off expanded two-day event, creating a temporary increase in workload across the team.
The successful candidate will support the delivery of events already within the British Heart Foundation portfolio. This additional resource will enable other members of the team to focus on work associated with the London Marathon 2027 project.
About you
- Experience running income-generation campaigns from concept to delivery—ideally in fundraising, events, or product marketing.
- A proven track record managing cross-functional projects and keeping stakeholders engaged.
- Strong writing and digital skills, with an eye for detail and heart for storytelling.
- A commercial mindset, with good analytical skills to back up ideas and drive performance.
- Creativity, energy, and genuine enthusiasm for connecting people to powerful causes.
Belonging at BHF
We celebrate and value the diversity of the communities we serve, recognising that embracing different perspectives and backgrounds strengthens our organisation and drives innovation. By fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and supported, we are better equipped to achieve our mission of helping people have a healthier heart for longer.
To hear from our people, check out Belonging at BHF.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. By funding research across six decades, we’ve helped keep millions of hearts beating and millions of families together. We’re investing in ground-breaking research that will get us closer than ever to a world where everyone has a healthier heart for longer.
Working arrangements
This role is being recruited on a 12 month fixed-term basis because it has been created to support a temporary, time-limited increase in workload associated with preparations for the London Marathon 2027. The role is an additional position within the team and is not intended to form part of the team's ongoing establishment beyond the period of increased demand. The contract is therefore expected to end once the temporary resourcing requirement created by the London Marathon 2027 project has concluded.
This is a hybrid role, where your work will be split between your home and at least one day per week, on average, in our London Office. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause.
Benefits and development
At BHF, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support our colleagues’ wellbeing and professional growth.
To find out more about our benefits you can download the Benefits document at the bottom of this page or check out our Benefits and Development pages.
Need more help balancing your work and home life? Talk to us about what flexibility is available at the application or interview stage.
Interview process
The interview process may take place in-person or virtually via MS Teams.
Our vision is a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases.
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Team Leader to play a pivotal role in our IPS Service in Camden.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
The Team Leader will provide operational leadership for a team of Employment Specialists delivering an Individual Placement and Support (IPS) service for people with severe mental illness and complex mental health needs. The role is responsible for managing team performance, ensuring service quality, meeting contractual and IPS fidelity standards, and supporting staff through supervision, coaching, mentoring and training. The post holder will oversee caseload management, monitor assessments and support plans, coordinate employer engagement activities, and maintain strong working relationships with NHS partners, commissioners and community stakeholders. They will also hold a small caseload when required, ensuring service users receive personalised, recovery-focused support to obtain and sustain competitive employment, while contributing to service development, compliance, reporting and continuous improvement.
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
The successful candidate will have significant experience in IPS, employment support or related services, together with proven experience leading and developing teams in a target-driven environment. They will possess strong coaching, performance management and decision-making skills, with the ability to monitor service quality, analyse performance data and implement improvements. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills are essential, along with the ability to build effective partnerships with mental health services, employers and external agencies. The candidate will be highly organised, able to manage competing priorities, and committed to promoting recovery-focused, strengths-based and person-centred approaches. Strong IT skills, an understanding of data protection and safeguarding requirements, and a genuine belief in the positive impact of employment on mental health and wellbeing are also required.
Interview Steps
Screening calls will be held on 17th September over Teams, with 1st stage in-person interviews w/c 21st September.
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
- Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
- Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.
Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.
Important Information for Candidates
If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.
We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role
This is an entry level, full-time administrative role within the Volunteer Recruitment & Training team
The Listening Place (TLP) is an award-winning charity providing face-to-face, compassionate and non-judgemental support for people who feel that life is no longer worth living. Since opening our first site in Pimlico in 2016, we have grown to four sites and our service is delivered by over 900 active volunteers.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, dedicated team and play a vital role in ensuring our volunteers are recruited, trained and prepared to deliver our outstanding service. You will provide high quality administrative support across the volunteer recruitment and training process, helping the team to operate efficiently and effectively.
We are committed to welcoming everyone from all backgrounds and communities and creating inclusive teams. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty (such as dyslexia) or a medical condition that may affect your performance during the selection process or in the role, we are very happy to make reasonable adjustments to support you.
Key Responsibilities
· Provide administrative support across the volunteer recruitment and training process
· Liaise with potential volunteers, interviewers and trainers
· Arrange and coordinate meetings, interviews and training events (this may involve travelling between sites)
· Manage room bookings and logistics for training and interviews
· Monitor shared mailboxes and calendars; respond promptly to email and telephone enquiries
· Request, track and record volunteer references
· Maintain accurate office systems, including data entry and upkeep of spreadsheets and databases
· Any other ad-hoc tasks as required
Attributes and Skills
Essential
· Excellent administrative and organisational skills, with strong attention to detail
· Ability to work at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy
· Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills
· A reliable, punctual and enthusiastic team player, who works collaboratively and builds positive working relationships
· Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to plan, prioritise and manage competing demands
· Calm and professional under pressure
· High level of computer proficiency, particularly in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
· Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and tact
· Strong commitment to, and understanding of, The Listening Place’s mission and values
Desirable
· Recent experience in an administrative role
· Experience working or volunteering within a charity or volunteer-led organisation
Hours
9am-5pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work to meet operational requirements (time off in lieu will be given).
Location
Predominantly office based at our Hammersmith or Liverpool Street offices with some remote working.
Reporting line
The Volunteer Recruitment and Training Coordinator will report to the Head of Volunteer Recruitment and Training.
Application process
Please submit your application and CV by 11th September 2026.
Candidates shortlisted for interview will be asked to complete a homework task in advance.
Use of AI in Applications
We understand that AI tools can be helpful when preparing applications. However, please ensure that any information submitted accurately reflects your own experience, skills and achievements. Our aim is to get to know you and understand what you would bring to the role.
Benefits
• 3% employer contribution towards pension
• 25 days annual leave per annum (plus public holidays)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to Medicash health insurance and critical illness cover
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As a Relationship Fundraiser, you'll support and inspire individuals raising funds for the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association. Through excellent supporter care, you'll help maximise fundraising income while ensuring every supporter feels valued and recognised.
We're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships and meaningful connections that encourage ongoing engagement and long-term support. Whether your background is in fundraising, sales or account management, you'll be confident achieving targets and skilled at managing competing priorities.
As a Relationship Fundraiser, you'll work from home and travel across North and East Yorkshire including York, Bridlington, the Yorkshire Dales and Harrogate, building strong local connections and support fundraising activities.
Main Responsibilities
- Manage and grow relationships with fundraisers
- Provide outstanding supporter care, advice and guidance
- Support and encourage fundraisers to achieve and exceed their fundraising goals
- Identify opportunities to increase income and supporter engagement
- Maintain accurate records within the CRM system
- Ensure all funds raised are processed correctly and within agreed timescales
- Promote fundraising opportunities, local groups and relevant activities where appropriate
- Ensure all fundraising activity complies with legal requirements, best practice and internal policies
About You
- Experience in fundraising, sales or account management
- Experience coaching, supporting or motivating individuals to achieve goals
- Success achieving income or performance targets
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong relationship-building skills
- An inclusive approach, with respect for diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Resilience, flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the designated region
Essential requirement: This role requires regular travel to locations that are not reasonably accessible to public transport and/or travel between locations within working hours. Applicants must therefore hold a current valid driving licence and have access to a suitable vehicle for business use. This is an essential requirement of the role due to the nature and location of the work. The MND Association will consider reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Further information about working for the MND Association and full job description is available in the attached Candidate Pack.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.
What We Offer
- 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays
- Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies
- 24/7 GP access via phone and video
- Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines
- Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave)
- Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Opportunities for training and personal development
About Us
Motor Neurone Disease moves fast. It takes away time, it takes away independence and it has no cure. Every day we support people affected by MND.We fund ground-breaking research. We campaign for better care. We’re here for everyone who needs us. Because with MND, every day matters.
We support people affected by Motor Neurone Disease, campaign for better care and fund ground-breaking research. Because with MND, every day matters.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
Lord’s Taverners
The Lord’s Taverners exists to positively impact the lives of young people facing the challenges of inequality. Through inclusive and transformative cricket programmes, we empower young people with disabilities and from disadvantaged communities across the UK and beyond.
We are now seeking a senior professional, with significant knowledge and expertise as an Executive Assistant / Virtual Assistant to join our organisation. Reporting to the CEO, you will play a crucial key role supporting the chair of the board and their fellow trustees, as well as the CEO and the senior and middle leadership teams with a range of professional support functions that includes communications, diary management as well as meeting organisation, administration and management. You will be expected to lead wihout close supervision whilst you undertake key roles that will ensure the leadership and governance of the charity functions highly. You will need to be a confident at complex management in a fast paced environment, a proactive and very highly organised member of the team, capable of managing your own working pattern, stewarding and organising multiple stakeholders and are able to work very flexibility with wide ranging and varied work pattern.
Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 FTE (pro‑rata £22,800 – £25,200 for 21 hours per week)
Contract: 21hrs per week Part Time, Permanent, 3 days per week.
The Role
This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of Lord’s Taverners, providing essential support to the CEO, Trustee Board, and Leadership Teams. You will coordinate Board, Committee and leadership meetings, prepare agendas and papers, manage actions and governance records, and ensure the smooth running of key governance processes.
You will also provide high-level executive support to the CEO, managing diaries, travel, correspondence and briefing materials, while acting as a trusted point of contact for Trustees, senior leaders and external stakeholders.
Alongside this, you will help coordinate our head office operations and support strategic projects, contributing to an efficient, well-connected and high-performing organisation.
This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive Executive Assistant who enjoys working with senior stakeholders, thrives on variety, and wants to make a meaningful impact within a purpose-driven charity.
About You
You will be an organised, proactive and highly professional individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working with senior stakeholders. You will have exceptional attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining the highest levels of discretion and confidentiality.
You will bring:
- Experience providing executive or senior administrative support within a complex organisational environment.
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing demands.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage with senior stakeholders and produce high-quality correspondence and meeting documentation.
- Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism, discretion and integrity.
- Strong Microsoft 365 skills, including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word and PowerPoint.
- The ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement and build effective working relationships across the organisation.
- A collaborative, flexible and proactive approach to work.
- A commitment to the values of Lord's Taverners and a belief in the power of sport to positively impact the lives of young people.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the centre of a charity that is transforming the lives of young people through inclusive sport, while providing critical support to the organisation's leadership and helping to ensure the effective delivery of its strategic priorities.
At Lord’s Taverners, sport is a means to an end. We are looking for people who share our belief in sport’s power to change lives, and who are motivated by impact, inclusion and opportunity for young people.
Above all, you will be motivated by our mission and aligned with our values: We Include, We Inspire, We Empower.
Safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This role requires an enhanced DBS check and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. In line with statutory guidance, applicants do not need to disclose youth cautions or any protected convictions or cautions.
As part of our safer recruitment practices, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates.
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
- Five additional days between Christmas and New Year
- 6% pension contribution
- Group income protection
- Critical illness cover
- Life assurance
- Health Cash Plan
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Two volunteering days
- Birthday day off
- Season ticket loan
- Flexible working
- Wellbeing plan
Key Dates
Applications open: 24 August 2026, 8:00am
Application deadline: 6 September 2026, 11:59pm
Please note we may close the vacancy early if we receive exceptional applications. Should this occur, all applicants will be notified.
Interviews scheduled:
First stage interviews: 9 and 10 September 2026
Second stage interviews: 14 September 2026
Third stage interviews: 17 September 2026 (TBC)
Interview Process
First Stage (Online)
The first stage will be a 45-minute online MS Teams interview. During this stage, we will ask a range of competency-based questions to explore your experience, skills, suitability for the role, and how your values, attitude, and approach align with our culture and ways of working.
Second Stage (In Person)
The second stage will be a 60-minute, in-person assessment and interview at our London office. During this stage, you will complete a practical activity and discuss your approach, thinking, and decisions with the interview panel. This assessment is designed to explore your prioritisation and judgement, organisation and planning skills, and written communication. We will also ask questions to understand how you approach challenges, make decisions, and work collaboratively with others.
Third Stage (Online)
The third stage will be a 45-minute online conversation with members of our Trustee Board.
This stage is less formal and provides an opportunity for us to get to know each other better. We will explore your motivations, values, and working style, as well as what you are looking for in your next role. It is also a chance for you to learn more about our organisation, our Trustees, and the culture and values that guide our work.
The conversation is designed to help us understand how we would work together and ensure there is a strong mutual fit for both you and the organisation.
Accessibility
We want every candidate to feel comfortable and able to perform at their best. If you require any adjustments or support to take part in the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate.
Important part of the process.
As part of your application, please submit:
Your CV, and
A written response to the following question:
“Please describe a time when you were responsible for coordinating a complex activity involving multiple people, priorities, and deadlines.
Tell us how you planned and organised the work, communicated with stakeholders, monitored progress, overcame any challenges, and ensured a successful outcome. We are particularly interested in examples that demonstrate strong organisation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.”
We will not accept applications that do not complete this task.
Please upload your written response where the application form asks for a cover note.
Deliver high quality cricket programmes that will empower young people facing inequality to make positive choices, improve their health and wellbeing
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Pecan
Pecan tackles poverty in Southwark by restoring dignity, belonging and hope through connected community services that address food insecurity, unemployment and isolation. From food banks and employment support to welcoming community spaces, we combine practical help with emotional and community care, helping people regain confidence, feel hopeful and believe in their potential.
About The Role
The Food Bank Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day coordination and delivery of Southwark Foodbank, ensuring people experiencing financial hardship can access emergency food with dignity, compassion and respect.
The postholder will coordinate Foodbank sessions, support volunteers, maintain effective operational systems and build positive relationships with clients, referral agencies and community partners. Working closely with the Manager: Financial Resilience & Food Security, they will ensure the Foodbank operates safely, efficiently and to a consistently high standard.
Main Responsibilities:
- Foodbank Operations: Coordinate the day-to-day delivery of Southwark Foodbank sessions, ensuring they are well organised, welcoming and responsive to local needs. Prepare Foodbank sessions by ensuring food, equipment, resources and information are available where required.
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Volunteer Coordination: Coordinate and support volunteers during Foodbank sessions, ensuring they feel confident, informed and valued. Act as a first point of contact for volunteer enquiries and support volunteer induction and ongoing engagement.
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Client Support & Community Engagement: Provide a welcoming, inclusive and compassionate environment for everyone accessing the Foodbank. Respond to enquiries from clients, referral agencies, supporters and community organisations in a professional and timely manner.
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Administration, Compliance & Quality: Maintain accurate client, volunteer and service records using organisational databases and systems. Support monitoring, reporting and data collection to demonstrate service performance and impact.
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Cross-Service Collaboration: Work collaboratively with colleagues across Pecan's Food Security services to ensure joined-up support for residents. Provide operational support to Peckham Pantry and other food resilience initiatives during periods of increased demand, staff absence or changing organisational priorities.
Essential Requirements
- Experience coordinating or delivering community, customer-facing or volunteer-led services.
- Experience working with volunteers or supporting volunteer teams.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy operational environment.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and database systems.
- Ability to work independently while contributing positively within a team.
- Commitment to treating everyone with dignity, compassion and respect.
- Commitment to Pecan's mission, values and Christian ethos.
Desirable knowledge/expertise
- Experience within the voluntary or community sector.
- Experience supporting people experiencing poverty, financial hardship or social disadvatage.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, food hygiene and health and safety requirements.
- Experience maintaining monitoring information and service records.
- Full UK driving licence.
Please read the Job Description for more information.
Closing Date: Thursday 3rd September 2026, 9am
Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 7th September 2026, Details TBC
Start Date: ASAP
To apply please submit your CV and a short Cover Letter (maximum 4 pages in total) explaining why you are interested in the role and how you meet the person specification by the deadline.
Please note that applications that do not contain both the CV and Covering Letter as described above cannot be considered. If you would like to discuss needs or adjustments to the recruitment process, we would be happy to support you. Please direct all recruitment queries to our HR email address.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Pecan
Pecan tackles poverty in Southwark by restoring dignity, belonging and hope through connected community services that address food insecurity, unemployment and isolation. From food banks and employment support to welcoming community spaces, we combine practical help with emotional and community care, helping people regain confidence, feel hopeful and believe in their potential.
About The Role
At Pecan, we believe everyone should be able to access food with dignity. We're looking for a reliable, practical and flexible Van Driver to support our Food Security services as and when needed.
You'll help collect and deliver food across Southwark, load and unload donations, support warehouse operations and help ensure our Foodbank and Pantry services have everything they need to support local people. You'll drive the organisation’s van safely and reliably, following all road safety and vehicle procedures.
Requirements
We're looking for someone:
- With a full UK driving licence and no outstanding points or convictions
- Aged 21+ (this is a requirement of our insurance policy)
- Confident driving a transit-sized van
- Able to navigate across the borough and neighbouring boroughs
- Able to lift a minimum of 25kg and willing to get stuck in with physical tasks
- Reliable and punctual, with the ability to meet agreed timings
- Organised and easy to communicate with
- Able to independently charge the electric van using the company card
Please read the Job Description for more information.
Closing Date: Thursday 3rd September 2026, 9am
Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 7th September 2026, Details TBC
Start Date: ASAP
To apply please submit your CV and a short Cover Letter (maximum 4 pages in total) explaining why you are interested in the role and how you meet the person specification by the deadline.
Please note that applications that do not contain both the CV and Covering Letter as described above cannot be considered. If you would like to discuss needs or adjustments to the recruitment process, we would be happy to support you. Please direct all recruitment queries to our HR email address.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are looking for someone with the values and commitment to increase the independence,self-confidence and access to new opportunities for people with learning disabilities and enduring mental health support needs. This will be across our Supported Living Services in Kingston.You will be supporting people to live independently in the community in their own homes.
Who we are
At Balance we are committed to empowering those we support to build independent, fulfilled and self-confident lives. We work hard to ensure our charitable values are central to the professional experience of those who work for us, with us and who benefit from our services. We operate a range of services in SW London including outreach and small homes-based services in Kingston and Richmond.
Who you are
You are someone with experience of or a commitment to developing aperson-centred approach in working with people with complex needs and challenges. You will be a collegiate player, and someone able to see beyond the barriers that people with disabilities experienceevery day. Your values and working practice will align with those of the charity to maximise the independence of those you are working with;to enable their ability to make decisions about the types of service they are in receiptof and to ensure that your approach is both professional and sustainable.
Key Responsibilities of this role
Your primary responsibilities will include:
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To work as part of a diverse and experienced team providing personalised support, advice and advocacy to people living independently or in supported accommodation.
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To apply a collegiate approach to deliverstrengths-basedsupport that maximises independence,knowledge and confidence of those using our services.
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To provide a key point of reference for information and support to those using the services and professionals and carers dependent on it.
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To work independently across the boroughs weoperatein, with people in their homes or in accessing support and resources across the community.
Critical Values in the delivery of this role
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A commitment to building independence and self-confidence amongst your colleagues as well as those you provide services to.
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Recognition of the skills,knowledge and commitment of those working around you and your contribution to them.
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A professional,can-do attitude that finds solutions in the darkest corners.
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A willingness to empower those around you to exercise authority to make mistakes, test things out and lead from the front.
Benefits in working for us
The charity ensures the following benefits for all its operational staff:
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A baseline commitment to pay London living wage for all its front-line staff.
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A commitment to training and professional development to at least Care Certificate
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Inclusion in and contribution to the charity's pension scheme, if eligible
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Access to a range of discount schemes
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Access to the charity's employeeassistanceprogramme
Application Instructions
Please apply through our website.
The development of services that support the independence of vulnerable people with learning disabilities and/or enduring mental health needs and the
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


