Jobs in east of england
Are you a commercially minded sales and events professional looking to make a real difference?
The Film and TV Charity is seeking a dynamic Sales and Events Manager to drive commercial income through the proactive sale of event and meeting spaces at their stunning headquarters in Soho.
£45,000 pro rata | 3 days per week | Central London (Hybrid)
The Film & TV Charity support the mental, financial, and practical wellbeing of the 200,000+ people working behind the scenes in UK film, TV, and cinema. As they expand their reach, they’re looking for someone with the drive, creativity, and people skills to turn their beautiful venue into a thriving events destination that supports their vital work.
What you’ll do:
- Lead on the sales and management of our event and meeting spaces
- Develop and deliver a proactive sales strategy
- Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to post-event follow-up
- Deliver smooth, high-quality events in line with our values
- Collaborate across teams to help meet fundraising and revenue targets
What you’ll bring:
- A proven track record in venue or space sales
- Experience in event or venue management
- Excellent sales, communication, and negotiation skills
- A client-focused approach with exceptional attention to detail
- Passion for the creative industries and a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the UK’s film and TV community – all while working in a creative, collaborative environment in the heart of Soho.
For more information, please submit your CV to .
Please note, CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information.
We strongly encourage applications from:
People of colour, disabled people, those who identify as LGBTQIA+, those with lived experience of mental health conditions, and those from working-class backgrounds – both past and present.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
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The Partnerships Officer at the Arts Marketing Association will play a vital part in developing and nurturing meaningful relationships with the AMA’s external partners, sponsors, and funders. The role will directly support the AMA's mission and help generate essential income.
We are looking for someone who is friendly and welcoming, provides great customer service, and has excellent attention to detail. We’re also looking for someone who supports and believes in our organisational values and is excited about working towards our vision.
The Arts Marketing Association is a fully remote-working organisation - although we do hold in-person events and team away-days throughout the year - and we also operate a 4-Day Week (see our job pack for more details). Your working hours with us can be flexible depending on what works best for the right candidate.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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!
Service Support Engineer
Salary: £33,000-£44,000
Location: Home-based
35 days annual leave, generous pension, enhanced carer & disability leave, tech allowance
I'm working with a national charity undergoing major digital transformation to recruit a Service Support Engineer to join their IT operations team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for technology, great communication skills, and experienced in 1st and 2nd line IT support.
You'll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven organisation that’s committed to delivering great technical support to staff across the UK. In this role, you'll support day-to-day IT operations, solve problems, manage support tickets, and help maintain critical systems – all while working with cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Intune, Office 365, and Active Directory.
What you’ll be doing:
- Delivering excellent 1st and 2nd line support for staff across multiple locations
- Managing incidents and service requests through the ticketing system
- Installing, configuring, and troubleshooting hardware and software, including laptops, printers, mobile devices, and network equipment
- Supporting Office 365, Active Directory, and remote access tools
- Assisting with onboarding/offboarding, asset management, and MDM setup
- Travelling to offices and service sites to provide face-to-face IT support when needed
Skills required for the Service Support Engineer:
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune, Office 365, and Active Directory
- Knowledge of ticketing and asset management systems (e.g. FreshService)
- Understanding of basic networking and remote desktop tools
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Calm, helpful, and approachable—able to support non-technical users
- Organised, with strong attention to detail and process-following skills
- A demonstrable passion for tech—whether through education, training, or self-learning
Understanding Recruitment is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy.
IT Support | 1st Line | 2nd Line | Microsoft 365 | Intune | Active Directory | Remote | Field Engineer
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Support Worker at Plus Services
Are you a positive, engaging and caring person that wants to make a real difference to the world?
Do you think the greatest gift you can give is to make other people’s lives better?
Do you believe that people living with Learning Disabilities and Autism should have happy fulfilling lives, with access to the Community and enjoy the same things the rest of us take for granted?
If you answered “Yes” to these 3 Questions then Plus has an amazing role for you!!!!!
Who are Plus Services?
Plus is one of the most respected Learning Disability and Autism Charities in London with a proud history stretching back more than 30 years. We have an amazing team that is dedicated to supporting people to live their best possible lives and we have literally changed people’s worlds with the support we have provided.
Our Client Group is quite varied and during the recruitment process you would be specifically recruited to work with those that your personality, skills and experience would fit best with. Some have really challenging behaviour, but unless you had the capability to best serve those people you would be assigned to a different group. So, there is no need to worry about being out of your depth.
We also provide industry leading training and on-going support, so rest assured you will be ready for anything the job throws at you. I cannot promise you it will be easy, but I can promise you it will be worth it. And when you go home you will know you have made a massive difference and the world is a slightly better place as a result of your efforts.
Who are you?
You are a caring, compassionate and capable individual? You could be either already working within Social Care or are thinking about joining the sector. We recognise everyone, regardless of their personal history, talents, abilities and unique personal qualities
What does matter is you must care and you must want to enhance the lives of the people who we support and rely on us.
You will need to be comfortable spending large amounts of your day one-to-one with the Service Users, there is no leaping from client to client here with 15 minute blocks. You will need to be happy supporting people to learn new skills and become independent. And you will need to thrive on taking people out into the big wide world, expanding their horizons, bringing a smile to their faces and adding a spring in to their step.
To be considered for the role you will need to be able to:
• Do your share of weekend shifts, sleep-ins, waking nights and bank holidays.
• Be physically fit and able to move freely and physically and to support service users who may be physically dependent.
• Have a supportive attitude and want to help individuals to maximise their lives.
• You must be able to support people with Learning Disabilities who have different ways of expressing themselves
• Be eligible to work in the UK
In return we offer opportunities for professional development and real job satisfaction. We can help you to develop your professional skills and knowledge and progress toward recognised qualifications such as Diploma in Adult & Social Care levels 3/4/5.
Available positions:
Full time Support Worker (38 Hrs per week)
Locations: Sydenham, Lewisham
Pay: £27,367
Holidays: 28 days per Annum
Part time Support Worker
Locations: Sydenham, Lewisham
Pay: £27,367 pro-rata
Holidays: 28 days per Annum (Pro Rata)
Bank Support Worker (zero hours contact)
Location: Lewisham
Salary: £13.85 per hour.
Holidays: Based on hours accrued
Our benefits package includes:
• Pension contribution scheme
• Fully funded Learning and Development
• Company employee assistance programme service
• Sleep in allowance
Charity ref number: 1031595
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Hope and Homes for Children is looking for a talented Community Fundraising Manager to join its Public Engagement team and help millions of separated children get Back to Family.
About the role:
As our Community Fundraising Manager, you’ll be joining us during an exciting period of growth as part of an innovative, motivated team. You’ll be stewarding our existing community supporters as well as working to develop new fundraising products that will grow our global community of supporters.
About you:
We are looking for a talented fundraiser and relationship manager who is excited and inspired by how individuals and groups of individuals turn their passion into fundraising and support-raising for a cause. You will be a self-starter with the ability to creatively and strategically engage supporters and potential supporters in active fundraising.
About Hope and Homes for Children:
Orphanages don’t protect children, they harm them. Put simply: the last thing an orphanage can provide is the first thing a child needs - someone to love them. Science shows what we all know that the bond between a child and their family is vital for their development. Decades of evidence proves that orphanages harm children, subjecting them to high levels of abuse, as well as extreme neglect. Children always belong in families. They need protection, encouragement, play, laughter and love. They need somewhere to call home and someone to love them. You can help us make this a reality for children.
Salary: £35,000 to £39,000 per annum, including any London weighting if applicable.
Location: Remote working with quarterly travel to the London or Salisbury office for meetings, or office based with flexible and home-working options for part of the week.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week.
Closing Date: The final cut off for applications is 7 September 2025 so please get in touch if you have the right skills, experience and passion for our cause.
To apply, please upload your CV and a brief covering letter (500 words max) indicating why you are interested in joining us and (reflecting on the role profile) why you believe your skills and experience make you suitable for the role.
Other information: This post requires the post holder to have the right to work in the UK and will be subject to a DBS check.
Hope and Homes for Children actively encourages diversity, equity and inclusion, and we look to recruit a diverse range of people to reflect the communities in which we live, as we believe this will strengthen our ability to deliver our mission of eliminating orphanages.
You may also have experience in the following: Community & Events Fundraiser, Fundraising Officer, Fundraising and Events Coordinator, Event Fundraiser, Marketing Assistant, Community Fundraiser, Direct Marketing, Events Coordinator, Community Fundraising, Events Assistant, Third Sector, Charity, Not for Profit, Fundraiser, Fundraising Assistant, Marketing Executive, Marketing Officer, Sales Executive, Sales Assistant, etc
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Support Worker at Plus Services
Are you a positive, engaging and caring person that wants to make a real difference to the world?
Do you think the greatest gift you can give is to make other people’s lives better?
Do you believe that people living with Learning Disabilities and Autism should have happy fulfilling lives, with access to the Community and enjoy the same things the rest of us take for granted?
If you answered “Yes” to these 3 Questions then Plus has an amazing role for you!!!!!
Who are Plus Services?
Plus is one of the most respected Learning Disability and Autism Charities in London with a proud history stretching back more than 30 years. We have an amazing team that is dedicated to supporting people to live their best possible lives and we have literally changed people’s worlds with the support we have provided.
Our Client Group is quite varied and during the recruitment process you would be specifically recruited to work with those that your personality, skills and experience would fit best with. Some have really challenging behaviour, but unless you had the capability to best serve those people you would be assigned to a different group. So, there is no need to worry about being out of your depth.
We also provide industry leading training and on-going support, so rest assured you will be ready for anything the job throws at you. I cannot promise you it will be easy, but I can promise you it will be worth it. And when you go home you will know you have made a massive difference and the world is a slightly better place as a result of your efforts.
Who are you?
You are a caring, compassionate and capable individual? You could be either already working within Social Care or are thinking about joining the sector. We recognise everyone, regardless of their personal history, talents, abilities and unique personal qualities
What does matter is you must care and you must want to enhance the lives of the people who we support and rely on us.
You will need to be comfortable spending large amounts of your day one-to-one with the Service Users, there is no leaping from client to client here with 15 minute blocks. You will need to be happy supporting people to learn new skills and become independent. And you will need to thrive on taking people out into the big wide world, expanding their horizons, bringing a smile to their faces and adding a spring in to their step.
To be considered for the role you will need to be able to:
• Do your share of weekend shifts, sleep-ins, waking nights and bank holidays.
• Be physically fit and able to move freely and physically and to support service users who may be physically dependent.
• Have a supportive attitude and want to help individuals to maximise their lives.
• You must be able to support people with Learning Disabilities who have different ways of expressing themselves
• Understanding of supporting people with autism would be an advantage but not essential
• Be eligible to work in the UK
In return we offer opportunities for professional development and real job satisfaction. We can help you to develop your professional skills and knowledge and progress toward recognised qualifications such as Diploma in Adult & Social Care levels 3/4/5.
Available positions:
Full time Support Worker (38 Hrs per week)
Locations: Sydenham, Lewisham
Pay: £27,367
Holidays: 28 days per Annum
Part time Support Worker
Locations: Sydenham, Lewisham
Pay: £27,367 pro-rata
Holidays: 28 days per Annum (Pro Rata)
Bank Support Worker (zero hours contact)
Location: Lewisham
Salary: £13.85 per hour.
Holidays: Based on hours accrued
Our benefits package includes:
• Pension contribution scheme
• Fully funded Learning and Development
• Company employee assistance programme service
• Sleep in allowance
Charity ref number: 1031595
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Philanthropy Lead - Major Gifts
Position: Philanthropy Lead – Major Gifts
Location: London/hybrid
Salary: £43,000 - £ 53,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Close Date: Thursday 28th August 2025.
About the organisation
We are an award-winning anti-slavery charity working with governments and police forces across three strategic locations - the UK, Romania and Bangladesh. Through frontline programmes, policy advocacy and strategic partnerships, we work on the frontline to support survivors of modern slavery and bring perpetrators to justice, and in the corridors of power to create change at scale.
The role
Are you a relationship-builder, strategist and storyteller with a passion for justice? Join us as our new Philanthropy Lead and help take our major donor programme to the next level.
This is a pivotal role in a growing team. You’ll lead our high-value philanthropy strategy, manage your own portfolio of major donors and prospects, and line-manage a talented Philanthropy Specialist - supporting their development as you grow the programme together.
Working closely with our CEO, senior volunteers and programme leads across the UK, Romania and Bangladesh, you’ll shape how we grow income, insight and impact in the years ahead. Your focus will be on securing high five- and six-figure gifts from individuals and foundations who want to be part of the fight against modern slavery.
This role requires regular presence in London.
What we’re looking for:
- A proven track record in securing significant gifts from high-net-worth individuals or foundations
- Strategic thinking and confident relationship management
- Strong communication skills - written and verbal
- Experience managing or mentoring colleagues
- Drive, humility and a deep belief in our mission
- Desire to grow with us over the long term, eagerness to share knowledge and experience, and motivation to continue developing both personally and professionally.
We offer an excellent benefits package to support your wellbeing and development. Just a few of the highlights include: Enhanced Annual Leave, Birthday Leave, Enhanced Employer Pension Contribution, Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance and Learning and Development.
Read our Total Reward offer document to view the full list of benefits.
This role is subject to a DBS Check. You must have the right to work in the UK.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds
Ready to make a real difference?
Please read the full job description before applying. To Apply upload both your CV and a covering letter of no more than 1,500 words, outlining your suitability for and interest in the position. Your covering letter should explicitly address the candidate requirements outlined in the job description.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard back from us by the end of August, you are unlikely to have been successful.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Philanthropy, Major Gifts, Major Donor, High Net Worth, Philanthropy Fundraiser, Major Gifts Fundraiser, Major Donor Fundraiser, High Net Worth Fundraiser, Senior Philanthropy Fundraiser, Senior Major Gifts Fundraiser, Senior Major Donor Fundraiser, Senior High Net Worth Fundraiser, Philanthropy Fundraising.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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About the role
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to help deliver SSAFA volunteer support to the serving community.
You will work closely with the Serving Community Manager to develop SSAFA’s support to the serving community through its volunteer delivered Serving Community Teams and the Community Volunteering Service.
Your role will be to ensure a safe and quality service is delivered by volunteers, and support them from the recruitment and induction stage through to becoming a fully trained volunteer.
You will monitor and review the service, providing feedback on progress and areas of concern as well as statistical data to the Serving Community Manager.
In addition, you will provide support and supervision to Community Volunteers and ensure robust recording and handling of beneficiary data in line with SSAFA’s policies and procedures.
About the team
You will be part of a small innovative team working together to plan and deliver SSAFA’s support to the serving community, rolling out services which will assist volunteers in helping beneficiaries. You will work with all departments across SSAFA and with external stakeholders to raise awareness of the needs and challenges of the serving community and how SSAFA can help.
About you
We are looking for a highly organised individual to deliver volunteering support to the serving community. You will have a good understanding of the unique issues that the serving Armed Forces community may experience, and knowledge and experience of the charitable sector.
You will have experience of managing volunteers, have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish working relationships quickly.
As a proactive and motivated individual, you will have good project management skills in order to prioritise your time, and plan and deliver an exciting new services to the serving community.
About SSAFA
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity is a trusted source of support for the Armed Forces community in their time of need. In 2024 our trained teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 54,000 people, including veterans, serving personnel (regulars and reserves) and their families.
SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. And we are here for that person and their family, any time they need us and in any way they need us.
Diversity and Inclusion at SSAFA
SSAFA exists to support a diverse range of beneficiaries within the armed forces community, and we believe diversity within our teams is key to ensuring we can deliver our services effectively. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a worldwide charity. SSAFA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.
SSAFA is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service to ensure we, as an employer, safeguard those we serve.
No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.
Closing date: Midnight on 31 August 2025.
Interviews: 10 to 12 September 2025.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
Our vision A society in which the Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive.
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Salary: £34,900 - £39,900
Contract: Full-time, Permanent.
Location: Remote/Home-based
Closing Date: 31st August
Benefits: Flexible working location and flexible working hours, 26 days leave ( bank holidays) with option to buy 5 more additional days
Are you a data-driven fundraiser with a passion for delivering high-impact campaigns that directly change children’s lives? Fantastic – We’re working with the national children’s charity Barnardo’s as they look for a motivated and strategic Individual Giving Manager to join their high-performing fundraising team.
As Individual Giving Manager, you’ll take the lead on Barnardo’s warm Individual Giving programme, overseeing multi-channel campaigns that raise over £1.2 million annually. From strategy development and budget management to leading direct mail, digital and telemarketing campaigns, you’ll play a central role in delivering powerful supporter journeys and engaging thousands of donors across the UK.
This is a brilliant opportunity for a direct marketing specialist with experience across various fundraising channels to take the next step up and continue progressing their career with an incredible national children’s charity.
To be successful as Individual Giving Manager, you will need:
- Substantial experience delivering direct marketing or individual giving campaigns in a complex organisation.
- Proven ability to manage multi-channel campaigns and large budgets.
- Excellent relationship management skills, both internally and externally.
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please give Jake a call, otherwise, we look forward to seeing your application.
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
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Fundraising Administrator
We are seeking a compassionate and organised Fundraising Administrator to support our individual giving and legacy fundraising programmes, helping us to deliver excellent donor care and lasting impact.
Position: Fundraising Administrator
Location: Hybrid – Aylesford, Maidstone (minimum 3 days per week in the office)
Salary: £31,035 per annum
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week (some evening and weekend work may be required)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 4th September 2025
About the Role
This is a rewarding opportunity to play a vital part in growing our fundraising and supporting people in our community when they need us most. You will provide efficient administration across our individual giving streams, including regular giving, lottery and in-memory donations, while playing a key role in legacy administration.
As a first point of contact for donors, families and supporters, you will ensure all enquiries are handled with professionalism, accuracy and empathy. Your work will help strengthen relationships with our generous donors and ensure every gift is managed with care and respect.
Key Responsibilities include:
· Administering legacy gifts, liaising with solicitors, executors and next of kin
· Processing and recording regular giving, lottery and in-memory donations
· Supporting the delivery of donor stewardship activities, acknowledgements and supporter journeys
· Working closely with Finance to ensure reconciliations and audit trails are accurate
· Ensuring data is managed in line with GDPR and fundraising best practice
· Providing first-class supporter care to donors, families and representatives
About You
We are looking for someone proactive, detail-focused and motivated by the difference fundraising makes. You do not need direct legacy fundraising experience, but you should bring strong administrative skills and an interest in developing in this area.
You will have:
· Experience in fundraising administration, ideally in an Individual Giving or Legacy role
· Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage sensitive information
· Strong communication skills with empathy, professionalism and patience
· Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
· Experience using a CRM/database (Raiser’s Edge or similar preferred)
· Ability to prioritise workload and work both independently and as part of a team
About the Organisation
Heart of Kent Hospice provides compassionate, expert care to adults facing terminal illness, as well as support for their families and carers. Every day we help people live as well as they can for the time they have left, wherever they choose to be – at home, in hospital or at the hospice.
We offer a contributory pension scheme, NHS pension continuation (if eligible), life assurance, generous annual leave, hybrid working, wellbeing support, training and a friendly, supportive team environment.
Join us and help ensure every gift we receive makes a lasting difference.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Fundraising Administrator, Legacy Administrator, Supporter Care Executive, Donor Stewardship Officer, Gifts in Wills Coordinator, Charity Administrator, Fundraising Officer, Development Assistant, Database Administrator (Charity).
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Governance Administrator & Clerk to the Board Vacancy
The Governance Administrator & Clerk to the Board will provide an exceptionally high level of governance and administrative support to the School’s Boards and Committees and the Board of Directors for Rambert Grades (a joint venture between the School and Rambert). The post-holder will utilise current and relevant technology and AI (such as Microsoft 365 Bookings and CoPilot) to schedule meetings, prepare agendas and supporting papers and take accurate and detailed minutes, to help ensure good governance and compliance.
This job requires a meticulous individual, with a flair for writing accurate and detail-oriented minutes. The postholder will have excellent organisational skills, an appetite for hard work, an eye for detail and a desire to work in the Higher Education or Charity sector. They will actively promote and uphold the School’s mission and values and will always exercise a high level of good judgment, diplomacy and discretion, in respect of the confidential and often sensitive information that they are party to. They will work effectively and build strong relationships with senior leadership and the Board of Trustees.
Hours
Part-time – 0.5 FTE (20 hours/week)
Flexible annualised working pattern available to suit the needs of the role and the postholder (e.g., working parents). Weekly hours may vary based on workload demands, with increased hours during peak Board and Committee meeting periods (January, March, May/June, October/November) and reduced hours during school holidays. Monthly salary remains consistent.
Contract Type
Permanent
Salary
£14,500 – £15,750 (0.5 FTE)
£29,000 – £31,500 (Full-time equivalent)
Based on experience.
Benefits
- 10.5 days annual leave (0.5 of 21 days FTE), plus English public and bank holidays
- Additional gifted time off during the two-week Christmas closure
- Paid overtime and Time Off in Lieu (TOIL), where applicable
- Flexible annualised working pattern
- Generous pension scheme – up to 6% employee / 9% employer contributions
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle2Work Scheme
- Staff training and CPD opportunities
- Friendly, inclusive, and accessible working environment
Location
Remote and onsite at:
Rambert School, St Margarets Drive, Twickenham TW1 1QN
Please note: There is no lift access to the upper floor of Clifton Lodge, making the site only partially accessible to wheelchair users.
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About us
The Refugee Council is the nation’s refugee charity. Together with community groups, partners and volunteers, we help people who have escaped war and persecution to rebuild their lives, integrate into communities, and play their part in Britain. Born in the aftermath of World War II, our frontline services support over 14,000 refugees each year to find safety, get to know their neighbours, and enter education, training or work. We share our evidence and expertise with policymakers to help build integrated communities where everyone can contribute.
About the role
This role leads our individual giving fundraising through direct marketing and supporter care, helping grow sustainable income and engagement. It plays a vital part in delivering the Refugee Council’s strategy to expand our supporter base and amplify positive narratives about refugees.
Responsibilities include line management, using insights to inform strategy, ensuring brand alignment, and compliance with data and fundraising regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in supporter acquisition across digital and offline channels, campaign planning and analysis, agency management, and donor databases. Strong communication, organisational skills, and a collaborative approach are essential.
Staff benefits
To reward our staff for the value they bring, we offer a variety of enhanced terms and conditions and a wide range of benefits, including:
- Training & Development
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension Scheme
- Work Life Balance Policies
- Employer-Sponsored Volunteering
- And more.
Let’s work together to improve the lives of refugees in the UK - apply on our website today.
Closing date: Monday, 1st September 2025.
Interview date: Tuesday, 9th September 2025.
Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.
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Project Worker - Mockingbird
Making a Difference in Foster Care!
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Project Worker to support and sustain the Mockingbird programme across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with fostering services, making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people in care.
Position: Project Worker – Mockingbird
Salary: £32,480 – £37,555 per annum (plus London weighting if applicable)
Location: Home base in the North of England/Midlands with travel required throughout the UK.
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Closing date: Wednesday 27 August 2025, 12 noon
Interview dates: Thursday 4 September 2025 (held in person in Leeds)
About the Role
As a Mockingbird Project Worker, you will play a vital role in expanding and embedding the Mockingbird model—a ground-breaking, evidence-informed approach to foster care. You will provide direct support and quality assurance to fostering services, helping them implement, grow, and sustain Mockingbird constellations.
You will:
- Deliver remote and in-person support, training, and guidance to local fostering teams.
- Build strong, trust-based relationships with delivery partners and stakeholders.
- Ensure quality assurance through coaching, ongoing assessment, and resource development.
- Contribute to the design of training content and programme events.
- Represent the Mockingbird programme internally and externally, championing its benefits and impact.
- Support the operational delivery of the programme across the UK.
About You
We're seeking individuals who are:
- Passionate about improving the lives of children and young people in care.
- Experienced in training, coaching, or project work within fostering or children’s services.
- Skilled in relationship-building and confident working across multidisciplinary teams.
- Organised and self-motivated, able to manage a varied workload and travel regularly.
- Familiar with children’s social care policy and practice (fostering knowledge is a strong advantage).
- Committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Essential:
- Experience delivering training and support both online and in-person.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Teams and Office 365.
- Willingness to travel and work flexibly across your region.
Desirable:
- Understanding of the Mockingbird model.
- Experience working with foster carers, local authorities, or independent fostering agencies.
- Lived experience of the care system.
About the Organisation
As the UK’s leading fostering charity, they work with fostering services and foster families to transform children’s lives. The Mockingbird programme is one of the most exciting developments in foster care, improving stability and outcomes by replicating the support of an extended family. They offer a flexible, inclusive and supportive work culture where your contribution truly matters.
What We Offer
- 38 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Enhanced maternity, adoption, and sick pay
- Pension scheme and life assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7)
- Season ticket loan
- Eye care contributions
Other roles you may have experience in could include: Project Officer, Project Manager, Project Lead, Family Support Worker, Children’s Project Worker, Fostering Support Officer, Learning and Development Coordinator, Practice Development Officer, Community Support Worker, Social Care Project Worker, Constellation Support Lead.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong communication and organisational skills, who enjoys delivering high-quality service and working in a structured yet people-focused environment.
Key Highlights
- Fixed-term contract until December 2025
- Central London location (Holborn)
- Flexible hybrid working (1 day per week in the office)
- Supportive, encouraging team environment
- Manager who champions personal growth and wellbeing
- Respond to candidate enquiries by phone, email and occasionally in person
- Process applications and payments, ensuring eligibility criteria are met
- Send candidate admission notices, results, and certificates
- Maintain accurate records in the organisation’s CRM system
- Update candidate information on the organisation’s website
- Support wider administrative duties as part of a team
- A good general education including English and Maths (or equivalent experience)
- Experience in a customer service or administrative environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities to deadlines
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced and changing environment
- Positive, collaborative and proactive in approach
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.
Thank you!
Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
Free DBS
Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
Fully paid induction programme and further training
ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
Online wellbeing resources
A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution
Up to NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent or experience in the social care/charity sector
Experience working in the mental health field.
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