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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 and expertise to 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 Proposition Writer:
- The Proposition Writer is a key communications role within the Philanthropy and Partnerships Research and Engagement team. You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation to bring our work to life, translating complex programmes and strategic priorities into compelling, donor focused narratives and materials.
- Through the development of bespoke propositions, investment cases, impact reporting and supporting assets, you will help connect donors and partners to the change their support can make, inspiring confidence, commitment and long-term investment in Cats Protection’s mission ultimately helping to improve cat welfare.
About the Research and Engagement team:
- We sit within the Marketing & Income Generation directorate.
- The Research and Engagement team sits within Philanthropy and Partnerships and brings together prospect research, communications and events to ensure a coordinated, insight-led and supporter-centred approach supporting fundraisers to grow pipelines, build meaningful relationships, and maximise long-term income for Cats Protection.
What we are looking for in our Proposition Writer:
- Experience of developing clear, persuasive cases for support, working with internal colleagues to translate complex programmes or strategic priorities into compelling, fundable propositions
- Experience of producing high quality proposals and supporting materials for high value audiences, including Major Donors, philanthropic trusts and foundations, and/or corporate partners.
- Experience of working collaboratively across team
- Experience of delivering high quality written work with minimal supervisio
- Experience of managing a busy workload with competing prioritie
- Confidence working with senior internal stakeholders, contributing effectively to discussions around priorities, messaging and narrative development.
What we can offer you:
- range of health benefits
- 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing.
- and much more, which you can learn about
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Application closing date: 28th June 2026
Virtual interview date: 13th, 14th & 16th July 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
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
Location: Hybrid with a minimum of 8 office days per month in either our London or Leeds office. The post will require some UK travel for project work and events.
Contract: Full time, permanent
Salary: £27,000 - £32,000 per year (depending on experience)
This is a brilliant time to join our Research and Impact team. We are at the start of a new strategy which has learning and development at its heart. We have embedded a strong monitoring, evaluation and learning culture within the organisation and have a highly evolved theory of change. We have a learning plan for the year ahead and a 5-year vision for where we want our learning culture to get to in the next strategy period. Our work is central to BookTrust’s ambition to deepen our impact for children and families, and build our profile, public affairs and income generation work in support of our overall mission.
We are looking for someone committed to and excited by the potential for research and insight to strengthen our impact, with a specific focus on our work with primary and secondary schools.
The role will suit a mixed methods researcher with experience of fieldwork and analysing evidence from a range of sources to generate insights and help others apply these to inform decisions or drive change. It requires excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills, and a keen eye for detail. The role requires someone who is happy to work collaboratively and flexibly in a changing environment, potentially changing focus and approaches in line with evolving organisational priorities. It requires high levels of organisation and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
This is an early career position, but we are looking for candidates with one or two years of relevant experience outside academia.
How to apply:
Please apply through our Career’s portal with your CV and a covering letter showing how you meet the person specification and your motivations for applying for the role. Your covering letter should not be longer than two sides.
Please also answer this question in your cover letter:
BookTrust sees good evidence, and good use of evidence as key to delivering our strategy. In your application, please tell us: what are some of the principles of good use of evidence that BookTrust should incorporate into our work?
Please also attach one or two examples of written outputs (reports, blogs etc) you have produced and also specify if you are applying to be based from our Leeds or London office.
Closing date: 5pm Friday 3rd July
Interviews: First stage interviews will take place on Microsoft Teams, week commencing 20th July. Shortlisted candidates will also be invited to a second-stage interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract: Full-time , London
Salary: £37,221 - £41,740 per annum
Closing Date: Monday 29th June 2026
Interviews will be held w/c Monday 6th July
Centrepoint, the UK’s leading youth homelessness charity, is looking for Sleep Out Senior Officer to join our Mass Participation & Events team based in London.
About us
We help vulnerable young people by giving them the practical and emotional support they need to find a job and live independently. Centrepoint provides homeless young people with accommodation, health support and life skills in order to get them back into education, training and employment. We want to end youth homelessness by 2037.
Together with our partners, we support over 16,000 young people each year.
The Senior Officer plays a vital role in delivering our flagship fundraising event, Sleep Out. It is an exciting time to join the team, thanks to increased investment from our headline sponsor, Nationwide Building Society. This investment has enabled us to develop and deliver a new strategy, and we anticipate significant growth over the coming years.
About you
- Ambitious and organised individual with experience delivering successful marketing campaigns and mass participation fundraising events.
- An excellent communicator with strong copywriting, supporter stewardship and relationship management skills.
- Skilled at motivating supporters and delivering outstanding participant experiences.
- Confident managing multiple priorities, projects and deadlines across different teams.
- A collaborative team player who can also work independently and use initiative.
- Proactive, adaptable and confident using IT systems and databases.
What you’ll be doing
- Responsibility for the successful delivery and growth of our public Sleep Out events in London and Manchester and our ‘Host Your Own Sleep Out’ product.
- Support the Sleep Out Manager in delivering the Corporate Sleep Out event by taking on responsibilities such as volunteer management and notes taking at project meetings.
- Support the Sleep Out Manager with annual planning and budgeting for the Sleep Out portfolio, including tracking against financial targets and managing our administrative and financial processes.
- Support the Events Manager to implement a strategy that maximises the income potential of the Sleep Out portfolio.
- Line manage, motivate and develop the Sleep Out Officer to empower them to achieve their best.
Why join Centrepoint?
In return for your efforts you’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent training and development, and a host of staff benefits including:
- 25 days of annual leave per year, rising by one day per year to a maximum of 27 days
- Healthcare cash plan (Cover the costs of a wide range of medical treatment including Dental, Optical, Complementary and Alternative therapies).
- Private Medical insurance
- Income protection
- Employer pension contributions of 5%
- Access to Cycle 2 Work loan scheme
- An interest-free travel loan
At Centrepoint we challenge the discrimination within society that contributes to youth homelessness, and we are just as committed to fairness and equality within Centrepoint itself. We are passionate about ensuring all of our colleagues are made to feel included in the work we do and that we value the rich diversity within the organization.
We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, belief in any religion and none, gender identity, ethnic origin, class, sexuality, nationality, appearance, unrelated criminal activities, disability, responsibility for dependents, part time or shift workers, being HIV positive or living with AIDS, lived experience of homelessness or using young people’s services and any other matter which causes a person to be treated with injustice.
Centrepoint’s policy is to recruit, employ and promote people on the basis of their suitability for the work to be performed, and to this end, our aim is to ensure that all applicants, employees and volunteers receive equal treatment.
Our approach to applications
We recognise that candidates may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support their applications. While this is absolutely fine, all examples and statements included must be truthful, accurate and based on your own experience.
We’re keen to understand your individual skills, experience and motivations, so please ensure your application reflects your own voice.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join our team as a Senior Event Officer click ‘Apply’ now!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At Diabetes UK, we believe that supporting healthcare professionals is key to improving the lives of people affected by diabetes. We’re looking for a dynamic and relationship-focused Healthcare Engagement Manager to join us and help strengthen our connections across the healthcare sector.
In this exciting role, you’ll drive engagement with healthcare professionals across the UK by building strong partnerships, delivering targeted communications, and coordinating impactful events and conferences. You’ll work closely with NHS staff, professional bodies, charities, and internal teams to create meaningful collaboration and drive positive change.
You’ll also help shape innovative ways of engaging healthcare professionals, while ensuring our messaging reaches the right audiences at the right time. From managing complex cross-organisational projects to developing thriving professional networks, this role offers variety, influence, and real purpose.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Hybrid working, 2 days per week in London
Contract: 4-month temporary position
Rate: £22.74 per hour
Deliver programmes that shape the future of research careers
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced programme professional to contribute to high-impact mentoring and leadership initiatives that support researchers to thrive.
Joining a purpose-driven organisation, you will take a lead role in delivering structured programmes designed to widen participation, support career progression, and promote inclusive leadership across the research community.
If you bring strong programme delivery experience, confidence working with senior stakeholders, and a passion for supporting professional development, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful and visible impact.
About the role
You will be responsible for delivering mentoring and leadership programmes, ensuring a high-quality experience for participants and stakeholders.
This will include:
- Leading the coordination and delivery of mentoring and leadership programmes
- Organising and delivering workshops, training sessions and events, both online and in person
- Managing relationships with external consultants and facilitators
- Supporting participants through mentoring processes, including onboarding and engagement
- Using CRM systems to manage data, monitor programme uptake and produce reports
- Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders across academic, research and professional communities
- Developing and producing programme materials, guidance and communications
- Supporting newsletters and website content updates
- Monitoring programme performance and contributing to evaluation and reporting
- Contributing to wider team priorities and organisational initiatives
You will bring a strong track record of delivering programmes or initiatives within a structured, stakeholder-focused environment, alongside a genuine interest in research, higher education, or professional development.
This role is particularly suited to candidates with backgrounds in:
- Higher education, research organisations, charities, policy or not-for-profit sectors
- Programme or project delivery roles, particularly those involving training, events or career development initiatives
- Stakeholder engagement roles, working with academic, clinical or professional audiences
- Have end-to-end experience delivering programmes, events or structured initiatives
- Are confident engaging with senior stakeholders, including academics, researchers or external partners
- Have experience using CRM systems (such as Salesforce) to manage data, track engagement and report on outcomes
- Are highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail
- Have produced communications, reports or guidance materials for professional audiences
- Take a proactive approach to improving processes and participant experience
- Enjoy working collaboratively and are motivated by supporting the development of others
- Have supported mentoring, leadership or EDI-focused programmes
- Have worked with external facilitators or consultants to deliver learning or development activity
- Have insight into the research or academic career landscape, including challenges faced by underrepresented groups
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, sector-leading work that supports researchers at critical stages of their careers.
You will be part of a collaborative and mission-led environment, where your work directly contributes to improving opportunity, representation, and progression across the research community.
Apply today!
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Salary: £35,159 to £36,935 (starting salary range)
Working pattern: Full-time, Permanent (35 hours per week)
Pension: USS
Annual leave: 25 days plus 8 bank holidays, 3 well-being days, and a Christmas office closure
Location: Hybrid, flexible working model with an office located in central London. Occasional UK-wide travel for GHE and relevant events.
Reports to: Policy Manager (Skills, Innovation, International)
Purpose
GuildHE is seeking an ambitious Policy Officer to play a pivotal role in the next phase of our organisation’s growth. Working directly with the Head of Research Policy and the Policy Manager (Skills, Innovation, International), you will help monitor, analyse, and respond to policy initiatives within the research and innovation space. You will support a range of member-focused events and activities to ensure staff in our member institutions are well-informed and supported. This includes supporting the management of the GuildHE Research Consortium and leading on the organising and delivery of our flagship annual PGR Doctoral Festival, helping our members develop, share best practices, and maximise their research impact.
Key Responsibilities
Policy Analysis & Communication
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Horizon Scanning: Monitor government departments (e.g., DSIT, DfE), funding and regulatory bodies (UKRI, Research England, OfS, Innovate UK), and other stakeholders for policy updates, funding calls, and consultation launches in relation to Research and Innovation policy.
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Briefings: Produce concise policy briefings, data summaries, and position papers for GuildHE members and leadership on key Research and Innovation issues (e.g., REF, knowledge exchange, KEF, commercialisation, research culture, open research). Develop high-quality external reports, consultations, blogs and other materials articulating member challenges and opportunities.
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Consultation Drafts: Assist senior policy colleagues in gathering evidence, analysing member feedback, collaborating with sector stakeholders, and drafting compelling arguments that articulate the unique perspectives of GuildHE institutions.
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Share Best Practice: Identify case studies across the GHE membership to share best practice internally and externally and drive national conversations about new ways of working and operating in the sector.
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Policy issues: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of national and institutional research and innovation policies indicated by the Head of Research Policy or Policy Manager (Research, Innovation, International).
Member Support & Consortium Coordination
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Member Engagement: Maintain regular, positive communication with research and innovation leads across member institutions, fostering a collaborative network. Support relevant GuildHE member networks, including the Knowledge Exchange, Innovation and Place network, promoting communication, collaboration, and best practice exchange to inform evidence-based policy development.
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Member development: Provide support for timely implementation of good practice guidelines and associated resources, within agreed budgets. This includes assisting with members' business development initiatives, such as Research Degree Awarding Powers.
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Event Delivery: Develop and deliver content for events including the GuildHE Research Consortium meetings, the Research and Knowledge Exchange Symposium, PGR Doctoral Festival, the PGR Network for global majority students and sandpits/match events, workshops and roundtables.
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Shared Services: Collaborate with other GHE teammates to maintain and deliver our shared services (i.e. research outputs repository, shared postgraduate online training, research impact tracking and researcher development tools) and explore new services in response to members’ needs
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PGR Students: Develop and deliver initiatives for postgraduate students and early career researchers (e.g., our PGR Support Programme and associated student networks), working closely with the Policy Manager (Student Experience) to ensure postgraduate students are reflected in broader student support policies.
The postholder will also be expected to:
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Actively support the delivery of the GuildHE strategy.
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To contribute positively to a small, professional team focused on delivering excellence in their members’ interests.
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Support GuildHE events and communication activities as appropriate - including campaigns, writing articles, blogs and press releases.
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Build strong relationships with key stakeholders at HE institutions and sector agencies, including senior leaders, academics, and policy staff.
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Gather feedback from HE institutions and use this to inform the continuous improvement of our services.
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Demonstrate a proactive approach to embedding EDI principles within all policy development and advocacy efforts.
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Represent GuildHE externally on a range of HE sector groups and projects and deputise for the Head of Research Policy or the Policy Manager (Skills, Innovation and International) as appropriate.
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Undertake any other reasonable duties as may be required.
Person Specification
Core Skills
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships
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Clear, concise writing skills for drafting policy responses, reports, and emails to senior stakeholders with excellent attention to detail.
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Problem-solving, Influencing and advocacy skills
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Ability to digest complex, lengthy policy documents and extract key themes relevant to GuildHE members.
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Confident digital skills and highly proficient user of computer packages including MS Office and G Suite
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Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, adhere deadlines, and maintain project momentum. This includes the capacity to monitor progress, identify and mitigate potential risks, and proactively address challenges.
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Experience in using data and evidence to enhance and impact assess activities.
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Facilitation and convening skills would be advantageous
Core Attributes
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Ability to build professional relationships quickly and sustainably with members and a wide range of stakeholders
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Able to meet deadlines, to prioritise work and to anticipate issues and problems with strong attention to detail
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A collaborative, communicative and flexible team player who is also comfortable working independently.
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An individual who shares our values of equity and inclusion and can translate these values into day to day work and impactful outcomes.
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An understanding of, or a keen interest in, the UK higher education sector, research funding landscape, or public policy.
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To be willing to travel across the UK for meetings with members, stakeholders and events and to work flexibly, when and where necessary.
Ideal Experience
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Knowledge and understanding of higher education policy, working in research and innovation and/or supporting a research environment.
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Experience of developing policy positions and responses
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Experience in synthesising complex data and/or ideas
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Experience in supporting training and development
Job Advert
GuildHE is a formal representative body, representing diversity in the higher education sector and the widest variety of institution types across the UK. We are undergoing an exciting period of transformation, evolving our policy approach and member-focused services to significantly increase our impact within the sector and ensure we’re providing timely, proactive support to our members as they address emerging 21st century challenges.
GuildHE is seeking an ambitious Policy Officer to play a pivotal role in the next phase of our organisation’s growth. Working directly with the Head of Research Policy and the Policy Manager (Skills, Innovation, International), you will help monitor, analyse, and respond to policy initiatives within the research and innovation space. You will support a range of member-focused events and activities to ensure staff in our member institutions are well-informed and supported. This includes supporting the management of the GuildHE Research Consortium and leading on the organising and delivery of our flagship annual PGR Doctoral Festival, helping our members develop, share best practices, and maximise their research impact.
If you think you can bring bold, creative and proactive energy to our small-and-mighty team to help take us to the next level, we want to hear from you!
Application closing date: Monday 12th July
Interviews: Tuesday 21st July
Curious about the role? Please contact DanaGamble, Policy Manager for more information
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
TPP are partnering with a charity focused on improving outcomes during pregnancy and birth to recruit an experienced Executive Assistant to support their Chief Executive and provide secretariat support to the senior leadership team and Trustees.
This organisation is driven by a clear mission, finding ways to stop miscarriage, stillbirth and premature birth by translating groundbreaking research into breakthroughs which help more families bring their baby’s home. It is committed to tackling inequities in pregnancy outcomes and building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities it serves. Supported by a strong emphasis on research, collaboration and lived experience.
Why apply?
- Hybrid working (minimum of 2 days per week in the office) genuinely flexible culture
• Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle
• The organisation actively encourages a strong work/life balance
• Generous annual leave option to buy more
• Enhanced parental & compassionate leave
• Wellbeing support EAP
• Strong focus on inclusion, development and employee experience
The role
This is more than a traditional Executive Assistant role. You’ll act as a trusted partner, supporting strategic priorities and enabling effective decision-making. You’ll also play a key role in board and governance processes, helping to ensure senior leadership and trustees are fully supported to deliver organisational priorities.
Salary: £42,000 – £46,000
Location: London (Hybrid working – minimum 2 days per week in the office)
Hours: 35 hours per week – This charity are open to flexible working arrangements and would welcome discussions around alternative patterns, including compressed hours, a non-working day on a fortnightly basis, or other flexible options, depending on business and role holder needs.
Contract: Permanent
As Executive Assistant, you’ll:
• Manage a complex CEO diary
• Prepare high-quality briefings and papers
• Liaise with senior stakeholders
• Support board and governance processes
• Draft correspondence on behalf of senior leaders
• Help deliver organisation-wide engagement activities, including coordinating internal events, supporting communications and contributing to an inclusive and engaging workplace culture
About you
- Experienced supporting senior leaders or executives
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Confident handling sensitive information
• Strong communicator and relationship builder
• Proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused
• Values working in an inclusive environment and respects different perspectives
EDI commitment
This organisation is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those who are currently underrepresented. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.
Process
- 1st stage: Virtual interview (w/c 29th June)
• Final stage: In-person interviews at their London offices on 9th and 10th July.
Apply now
Apply by sending your CV and a cover letter by the deadline of 28th June.
We would be very happy to discuss the role in more detail and share the full job pack.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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!
Research and insights manager
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About the role
Sense has a fantastic opportunity for someone to join our team as our Research and insights manager. This is a full time, hybrid role, working 37.5 hours per week based at our offices in Kings Cross, London.
This is an exciting time to join Sense, as we develop and embed our new organisational strategy and strengthen our approach to evidence-led decision making. The role will play a central part in ensuring that insight, data and stories are brought together into a coherent, trusted and accessible evidence base, supporting learning, influencing, bold communications and decision-making across Sense and driving our purpose to break down barriers alongside disabled people with complex needs.
The successful candidate will join a team that is ambitious about using insights, lived experience and stories to drive change, alongside disabled people with complex needs. This is a pivotal role in strengthening how Sense understands what is happening for disabled people with complex needs and their families, and in ensuring that this insight consistently informs strategic decisions across the organisation, as well as providing a bedrock for our influencing work.
Key responsibilities
- Manage Sense’s research, insight and evidence work, setting clear priorities and ensuring delivery against organisational objectives.
- Line manage and develop research and insight staff (where applicable), creating a high-performing, collaborative and inclusive team, working closely with teams across social change.
- Build strong working relationships across Sense, ensuring insight and evidence informs strategy, services, influencing, fundraising and communications.
- Work with external partners, research agencies and sector bodies to strengthen Sense’s evidence base and credibility, as well as design fundable insight projects with colleagues.
- Ensure delivery of high-quality, ethical and inclusive insight, drawing on quantitative data, qualitative research and lived experience.
- Commission and manage surveys, research and evaluations through external agencies and partners, from brief development through to final outputs.
- Manage Sense’s insight, evidence and story assets, including research, surveys, evaluation findings and lived experience insight.
- Work with team members to develop and maintain systems and processes that enable insight, data and stories to be stored, accessed, shared and reused across the organisation.
- Synthesise insight from multiple sources into clear themes, narratives and messages that support strategic decision-making.
- Ensure that Sense takes a stewardship approach to storytelling, so that lived experience stories are not repeatedly extracted for individual outputs, but are cared for, contextualised and built into a growing, reusable body of organisational insight
Key skills and experience:
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Significant experience in insight, evidence, research, evaluation or learning roles, with a strong focus on how insight is used to inform organisational decision-making and social change.
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Demonstrable experience of working with lived experience insight, including gathering, analysing and applying qualitative insight in ethical, inclusive and empowering ways.
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Experience of commissioning and managing external research, surveys or evaluations through agencies or consultants, from brief development to final outputs.
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A passionate commitment to take on the barriers disabled people face in society
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A demonstrable commitment to delivering positive change in the lives of disabled people and their families.
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Knowledge of data protection, consent and ethical standards, particularly in relation to lived experience and storytelling.
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Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and support senior leaders and teams to use insight confidently and appropriately.
For a full Job Description and Person Specification please see the link on the left hand side.
About Sense
Sense is here to break down barriers alongside disabled people with complex needs. That's why we're committed to increasing the number of disabled people working across our organisation and creating an environment where everyone can thrive.
We actively encourage disabled people to apply for our vacancies and believe that a diverse range of perspectives, experiences and talents makes us stronger.
We know there's always more we can do to become a truly inclusive employer, and we're working together to achieve that. Join us and help create the change thousands of disabled people with complex needs and families told us they want to see: a world without limits.
If you need us to adjust our recruitment process to help you access our vacancies, then please get in touch with a member of the talent acquisition team. We are a Disability Confident Leader and commit to interviewing disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for a role. More information on this can be found here Our commitment as an employer | Sense Careers
Our Values
Our values shape the way we behave and work alongside disabled people with complex needs to break down barriers:
- We’re creating change
- We’re always learning
- We’re better together
To apply:
Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying.
Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.
Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role.
For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.
No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world.



Location: UK – Open to remote arrangement (Only candidates who are eligible to work legally without work visa sponsorship in the UK will be considered.)
Contract Type: Part-time (0.5 FTE / 20 hours per week), Permanent contract
Hiring Salary: GBP 46,474 per annum (before taxes, to be pro-rated to 0.5 FTE)
Target Start Date: As soon as possible
Application Closing Date: 8 July 2026 23:59 BST
This job advert is for an existing vacancy.
About Right To Play:
For more than 25 years, Right To Play has been protecting, educating, and empowering millions of children each year to rise above adversity through the power of play.
We offer programs in 13 countries across Africa, Asia, the Middle East and North America, reaching millions of children each year in some of the most difficult places on earth, helping them to stay in school and learn, overcome prejudice, heal from trauma, and develop the skills they need to thrive. We do this by harnessing play, one of the most fundamental forces in a child's life, to teach children the critical skills they need to dismantle barriers and embrace opportunities, in learning and in life.
This work is supported by our two global offices in Toronto, Canada and London, UK; and seven National Offices in North America and Europe.
Right To Play UK is a charity registered in England and Wales and in Scotland that works in partnership with Right To Play International to raise funds and awareness across the UK and Ireland.
Benefits Highlights:
- Connect and collaborate with a global team who are passionate about protecting, educating and empowering children and youth using the power of play!
- Culture premised on our Culture Code (accept everyone, make things happen, display courage, demonstrate care, and be playful)
- Flexible work arrangements
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays per year (to be pro-rated for part-time employees)
- Competitive benefits such as Income Protection and Life Assurance
- Learning opportunities and 5 learning and development (L&D) days per year (to be pro-rated for part-time employees)
- More information on what we offer is available on our website.
Application Method:
Apply with your resume and cover letter in English via the application link.
Right To Play provides equal employment opportunities to employees regardless of their gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We strongly encourage groups who have been historically disadvantaged with respect to employment to apply for positions at Right To Play.
As part of our selection process, final candidates will be required to complete security checks and Vulnerable Sector Check or equivalent criminal record check as a condition of the offer. More details about our recruitment process are available here. Safeguarding information is available here.
As part of our recruitment and selection process, Right To Play uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) - assisted tools to support the assessment of candidates or applications. This may include but not limited to generating and editing of job adverts, assessment and interview questions, scheduling, translation, transcription, note taking, etc. Our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), VidCruiter, also use AI-powered ChatBot to answer candidates' enquiries. These tools are used only to assist human reviewers in evaluation and do not make selection or screening decisions. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. All AI-assisted processes comply with applicable privacy and data protection regulations, including GDPR and PIPEDA. For more information, please refer to RTP AI Policy and our Best Practice: Use of AI in Recruitment.
We value and promote a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to providing accommodations to candidates with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process, and thereafter. Please reach out to the People & Culture team by email. All information provided will be treated as confidential and used only to provide an accessible candidate experience.
Job Description:
Job Title: Finance and Operations Manager
Grade: 7
Reports to: Executive Director, UK and Global Strategic Initiatives
Reports Technically to Director, Finance HQ
Location: UK (open to remote arrangement)
Direct Reports: NA
Department: Finance
1- Purpose:
The Finance and Operations Manager ensures the effective financial, administrative, and operational functioning of Right To Play UK and support the establishment of Right To Play Ireland by overseeing accurate financial records, coordinating people and legal processes, and continuously improving business systems and practices to support and enable successful fundraising outcomes.
2- Accountability & Responsibilities:
Finance (90%)
- Lead financial management, compliance, budgeting and reporting for Right To Play UK and Right To Play Ireland by ensuring accurate and timely recording of all expenses and revenue connected with the operation of the offices
- Ensure revenue is appropriately captured and coded and reconciled with bank.
- Oversee liquidity/cashflow, procurement, payroll, audits, tax reporting, and external financial relationships
- Deliver reliable management and statutory reports to leadership, Boards, HQ, and authorities.
- Lead for staff payroll and benefits, HRIS data accuracy, payroll coordination, contracts, insurance and benefits administration, and employee records to ensure compliance, efficiency, and strong organisational support
- Supporting global finance in finance related initiatives, as needed
- Where applicable, ensure compliance on all governance requirements
Operations (10%)
- Direct office operations, administration, IT, and legal coordination by establishing efficient administrative processes, managing office infrastructure and IT security, coordinating vendors and service providers, monitoring licenses and compliance requirements, and supporting organisational risk management and legal obligations.
Perform other duties as assigned.
3-Scope (geographical and/or functional), Impact and Autonomy
The incumbent operates with significant autonomy, holding delegated authority over financial management, systems, and office operations, including safeguarding all funds received, and preparing supplier invoices for payment. They operate with high trust and independence and is expected to safeguard assets and ensure full statutory, fiscal, and HR data compliance.
4-Leadership and Staff management
The role exercises functional and collaborative leadership with no direct reports, providing guidance and influence across Right To Play UK and Right To Play Ireland. Leadership is demonstrated through setting standards and supporting teams to work effectively within organizational policies and financial controls, by providing authoritative guidance to the offices on financial policies, internal controls, and risk management; escalating material risks and recommending mitigation actions to the Executive Director and HQ Finance. The incumbent is expected to operate effectively in a low segregation environment due to small staff size by implementing and monitoring compensating controls (spot checks, reviews with Executive Director, exception reporting) to maintain strong control integrity.
5- Information requirement for decision-making
The incumbent requires secure access to accurate financial, donor, and operational data - primarily through the MCRM and ERP systems - which is already identified and readily available and applies established analysis and reporting methods as a super-user to interpret information, ensure compliance, protect confidential constituent records, and support informed financial and operational decision-making.
6- Innovation and Improvements
The incumbent is expected to drive process improvements and functional innovations within the offices—data integrity, financial tracking, and internal collaboration—while supporting others to implement these changes, with major or high-risk innovations subject to approval by the Executive Director.
7- Relationships & Communications: Internal / External:
The incumbent maintains key internal relationships with all team members, doner services team and HQ colleagues in MCRM, Finance, and People & Culture, and external relationships with Board members, and event partners, using effective communication and donor stewardship to support organizational objectives and ensure smooth operations. The incumbent stewards Right To Play UK and Right To Play Ireland’s fiduciary obligations and is the primary authorized liaison with banks, landlords, insurance and payroll providers, external auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel.
8- Expertise (Certifications / Education, Professional Experience/Language)
- Post-secondary diploma or undergraduate degree in accounting, business administration, Finance, or other related fields.
- Professional Accounting Designation preferred
- 5 years of progressive finance experience, including audit coordination, statutory filings, and external advisor management
- Adaptable with the aptitude to work well under pressure, and manage multiple competing and/or changing priorities
- Experience in navigating accounting, banking and payroll platforms
- A team player who is collaborative and innovative
- Excellent organizational skills; systematic in follow-through of tasks; diligent, with strong attention to detail
- Results-oriented with a willingness to learn and take initiative
- Demonstrates professionalism and integrity, with strong judgement skills and ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
- General knowledge of fundraising practices, procedures and standards preferred
- Fluency in oral and written English
9- Core Competences
- Collaboration: Demonstrates strong teamwork by effectively partnering with internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.
- Growth Mindset: Actively seeks opportunities to improve processes, learn new systems, and implement innovative solutions.
- Resilience: Maintains focus and effectiveness under pressure, managing multiple priorities and challenges with composure.
- Professionalism: Upholds high ethical standards, confidentiality, and accuracy in all financial, operational, and stakeholder interactions.
- Management and Interpersonal Skills: Guides and influences colleagues through expertise, clear communication, and support, despite having no direct reports.
10- Additional Information
Ability to work irregular hours depending on event and external meeting schedule. Occasional travel for attending internal and external meetings and supporting events.
To protect, educate, and empower children to rise above adversity using the power of play.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £55,000 per annum (FTE), pro rata
Hours: 21 hours per week (0.6 FTE)
Location: London Coliseum
We’re looking for a mission-driven Head of Governance to help shape and strengthen governance at English National Opera and the London Coliseum.
This is a high-impact senior role at the heart of the organisation, combining hands-on delivery with trusted advice. You’ll work closely with the Board and executive team to ensure decision-making is clear, accountable and aligned with Charity Commission guidance and best practice.
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you’ll lead on coordinating governance activity, enhancing Board and committee effectiveness, and driving continuous improvement. You’ll oversee the annual governance cycle, support trustee development, and champion inclusive, well-informed decision-making that enables our leadership to thrive.
Requirements:
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Significant experience in charity governance, company secretariat or a comparable senior governance role
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Strong understanding of charity law, trustee responsibilities and good governance practice
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Experience supporting Boards and committees, including planning, papers and effectiveness reviews
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Demonstrable experience improving governance frameworks, processes or systems
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Confidence advising senior stakeholders with discretion, diplomacy and authority
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Experience working collaboratively across executive teams to embed effective governance practices
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Clear, credible communicator, both written and verbal
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Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
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Practical and solutions‑focused, with a bias for action
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Calm, measured and trusted, with strong professional judgement
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Committed to ENO’s mission, values and public purpose, including equity, diversity and inclusion
Please see our recruitment pack for full details of the role.
Application deadline: 5pm, Wednesday 15 July 2026
Interviews: w/c 27 July 2026
Interviews: w/c 3 August 2026 & w/c 10 August 2026
Feedback: Due to the high number of applications we receive, we are only able to provide individual feedback to those candidates who progress to interview stage.
Reasonable adjustments: If you require any reasonable adjustments for the application or interview process, please contact us.
English National Opera is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we strive to create an inclusive working environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve. As we work to address underrepresentation in our workforce, we particularly encourage potential candidates from underrepresented groups and communities to apply, including those from global majority backgrounds and/or with protected characteristics, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and religion and belief. We will provide appropriate support for candidates with access requirements if they identify as disabled. This includes during the application process and through candidate assessment stages.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This role is offered as a Fixed term/ Secondment opportunity for 12 months
Are you passionate about building high-performing teams and creating pathways out of homelessness?
At St Mungo’s, we’re looking for an experienced and motivated leader to drive our Street Legal Service - supporting people experiencing homelessness to access the legal help they need to rebuild their lives.
This is a unique opportunity to lead an innovative, multi-disciplinary service that sits at the intersection of homelessness support and legal advice.
What you’ll do:
- Shape and lead the strategic direction of the Street Legal Service, including our GLA-funded Immigration Link Worker programme, legal advice provision, and Link Workers across London and Bristol
- Oversee day-to-day delivery, ensuring services are impactful, responsive, and centred on client needs
- Build and strengthen partnerships with local authorities, rough sleeping services, immigration advisers, and the wider migrant sector
- Drive better pathways out of homelessness for people with legal needs, influencing systems and practice across the sector
- Champion best practice, delivering training and expert advice to professionals working with people experiencing homelessness
This role is primarily based at our Head Office, with occasional travel across London and Bristol to support your team and partners.
Please note: Our Head Office is currently in Tower Hill and will relocate to Farringdon in June 2026.
About you
You’re a confident and collaborative leader who is driven by impact and equity.
You will bring:
- A strong understanding of the challenges facing non-UK nationals experiencing homelessness, including the policy and practice landscape
- A track record of building effective, influential partnerships across housing, homelessness and immigration sectors
- Proven experience leading, motivating, and developing teams to deliver high-quality services
- A passion for improving systems and making a tangible difference in people’s lives
Why join us?
At St Mungo’s, you’ll be part of a mission-driven organisation where your work will directly support people to move away from homelessness for good. You’ll have the autonomy to shape a critical service, collaborate with sector leaders, and drive meaningful, lasting change.
We are working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and we welcome applications from all under-represented groups, particularly Global Majority candidates who are underrepresented at this management level.
How to apply
To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.
To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.
Closing date: 10am on 25th June 2026
Interview and assessments on: 6th July 2026
What we offer
- Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
- A Diverse and Inclusive Work Place
- Great Pay and Other Benefits
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!
Location: London, Birmingham, Manchester, Cardiff or Glasgow (hybrid working and an expectation to travel around the UK as and when required)
1st stage interviews: 14/07 (over MS Teams)
2nd stage interviews: 22/07 (in-person in our South London Centre)
As our Development Lead for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, you will work at the heart of the CEO Office, implementing strategy and facilitating leaders to drive meaningful, organisation-wide action. This role will contribute to ensuring our culture, decisions and programmes reflect the diverse young people we support.
You will be a core enabler in the Trust’s EDI development agenda, using data, insight and lived experience to highlight opportunities and measure progress. Working closely with senior leaders, you will support them to embed EDI into delivery plans and strengthen inclusive practices across the organisation. This will include:
- Using data and insight to track progress and inform decision-making
- Reviewing and recommending inclusive practices that impact our community including young people, funders and our workforce.
- Supporting senior leaders to translate strategy into clear, actionable plans
- Building strong relationships to influence and challenge
- Ensuring lived experience and community voice shape our approach
We’re looking for an experienced and credible EDI professional who thrives in a complex environment and is confident working through influence. You will bring a strong track record of delivering EDI initiatives at scale, using data to drive decisions and building trusted relationships at all levels. You will have a deep understanding of the external EDI landscape, strong communication and facilitation skills, and the ability to turn vision into practical action. Experience in the charity, youth or public sector will help you make an immediate impact, alongside a genuine commitment to creating inclusive environments where everyone can belong and succeed.
What happens next?
Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.
Why do we need a Development Lead - EDI?
Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives, and we couldn’t do this without the important work of our Development Lead - EDI!
Perks for working at The Trust!
- Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
- You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events, etc.
- In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
- Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
- Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
- Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
You’ll be the System Administrator for our new NPC environment and will work on clearing the pots-implementation backlog, working with teams across the organisation to maximise the potential of our growing Salesforce portfolio. Working closely with the stakeholders, you’ll deliver the development of our Salesforce products ensuring a consistent and holistic approach that compliments our tech-infrastructure ecosystem.
As part of the Technology and Digital Team, you’ll have an active role in supporting the delivery of our digital transformation. By contributing to Parkinson’s UK’s strategy to become Fit for the Future; you will help to improve the lives of people affected by Parkinson’s.
Please note this vacancy is for two roles. Each vacancy has a 12 month fixed-term contract.
What you'll do
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Bringing best practice to everything you do, you’ll provide the administrative functions across our Salesforce suite including: user maintenance, org maintenance, dashboards and reports, basic system architecture, object management, flows and other configurations, advanced platform automation.
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Provide administrative support and maintenance for the FinDock application, including ensuring data accuracy, proper record management and seamless financial integration with the wider Salesforce environment.
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Manage our Salesforce NPC org, running the audits and release cycles. Working collaboratively with stakeholders to define and document development requirements, and prioritise the backlog.
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Continuously improving our products you’ll provide guidance and support with evaluation, scoping, configuration, testing and release management.
What you'll bring
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Experience of working with formal release management processes
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Salesforce Administrator ADM-211 certification (essential) and ADX-211E preferable
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Experience of administering Service Cloud and NPSP is essential, NPC is desirable
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Experience of administering Marketing Cloud and Social Studio desirable
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Experience of working with FinDock is essential
If this opportunity sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
This role is hybrid and your in person working depends on your team agreement, requirements of the role and led by activity based principles. The in person/office attendance expectation for this role will be a minimum on average 2 days per month with flexibility.
To apply, please submit a CV and a supporting statement that demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria (marked with an 'A') in the 'what you'll bring' section of the job description.
Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
We exist to make every day better, for everybody living with Parkinson’s. Right now.
Contract Type: Maternity Cover 12 months
Location: London (Flexible working with a minimum of 2 days in the office)
Interviews: Monday 13th July 2026
Help Grow our Individual Giving Programme to Support Young People
Every day at The King's Trust, we help young people build the confidence and skills they need to succeed. Behind every life-changing opportunity is a supporter who believes in their potential.
We're looking for an experienced and creative fundraiser to help grow and run the daily management of our Individual Giving programme, inspiring more people to support our work and become loyal, long-term champions of young people across the UK. The Individual Giving Manager is a maternity cover role for one year, starting September 2026.
You'll lead the development and delivery of engaging fundraising appeals across digital and offline channels, creating exceptional supporter experiences that encourage one-off donors to become regular givers. Working closely with colleagues across Fundraising and Brand and Marketing, you'll use data insight, creativity and organisational skills to build meaningful supporter journeys and maximise engagement.
You'll manage campaigns from concept through to evaluation, monitor performance against targets and budgets, and ensure all activity meets fundraising and compliance standards. You'll also support the development of our Individual Giving and Legacies Executive and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive team culture.
What you'll bring
- Experience of delivering successful individual giving or direct marketing appeals.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
- Confidence using data and insight to drive performance and improve supporter engagement.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a flair for inspiring action.
- Knowledge of fundraising compliance and supporter stewardship and journeys best practice.
- A passion for helping young people and communicating the impact of our work.
If you're excited by the opportunity to combine creativity, data and purpose to grow supporter engagement and income, we'd love to hear from you.
Join us and help more young people build brighter futures.
What happens next?
Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.
Why do we need Individual Giving Managers?
Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of Individual Giving Managers!
Perks for working at The Trust!
- Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
- You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc.
- In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
- Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
- Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
- Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Jewish Chaplain in our Chaplaincy team at St Joseph’s Hospice.
We are looking for someone who has experience in working as part of a multi-faith chaplaincy team to minister to people of all faiths and none and those who are facing the end of their lives.
About you
You will be:
- A Rabbi, or other suitably qualified person, with Semikah or an equivalent qualification, who will build strong relationships with local clergy, Synagogues and Congregations that strengthen the network of care from the hospice in the wider community.
- Experienced in working with families and those who experience pain and trauma of personal loss.
- Committed to working with people from a diverse community, including those with varying cultural and religious practices, various faiths and philosophies and with those who have no faith.
- Approachable, active and responsive listener.
- Committed to interdisciplinary, patient-centred working.
Where you’ll work
St Joseph’s Hospice was founded in 1905 by the Religious Sisters of Charity and built on a rich Catholic heritage. Today, we are an Investors in Diversity-awarded charity, providing expert, compassionate care to people of all backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs across East and North London.
Our specialist palliative care services—delivered at home, in our in-patient unit, and through out-patient clinics—are grounded in respect for human dignity and guided by compassion, justice, and a deep commitment to quality. Our values guide us in everything that we do. We work to ensure that everyone receives the support they need, with kindness, understanding, and respect by delivering individualised, responsive and holistic support to patients and their families.
Why work for us?
- holidays, increasing up to 33 days with service
- Subsidised café and early access to retail sale events
- Season ticket/Welfare loans
- Continuation of the NHS Pension Scheme or an excellent salary-exchange pension scheme.
- Santander cycles discount and cycle to work scheme
- Health Cash Plan and access to the EAP services
Join St Joseph’s team and find out more!
Please apply by submitting your CV and covering letter. In your cover letter, please answer the following three questions:
- Why do you want to work for St Joseph’s Hospice?
- Please give information of any hospice or NHS settings you have worked in.
- Please provide information of any experience of qualification linked to you working in a pastoral setting.
For further information and to apply, please visit our dedicated recruitment page via the 'Apply' button.
Closing date: 28th June 2026.
Interview date: TBC.
We are an equal opportunity and a disability confident employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.