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The Accounts Receivable Controller plays a key role in the financial management of the School, ensuring the accurate and timely billing, reconciliation, and collection of all tuition, transport, financial aid, after-school, and extracurricular fees. The role manages billing and collection processes for over 900 families and partner organisations, ensuring data accuracy, financial compliance, and an exceptional level of customer service.

This position supports approximately £50 million in annual tuition and related income and requires a detail-oriented, technology-savvy, and proactive professional capable of operating efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Billing and Data Management

• Manage end-to-end billing for tuition, transportation, financial aid, after-school programs, and all ancillary charges for the School and its subsidiary.

• Maintain accurate family and student billing records in the school’s finance and student information systems (Microsoft Dynamics Business Central).

• Collaborate with Admissions, and departmental administrators and other internal stakeholders to ensure timely updates to student and fee data.

• Generate, review, and distribute invoices within strict deadlines; ensure compliance with Accounting and VAT regulations as well as school policies and contractual obligations.

• Monitor and reconcile data between finance, admissions, and student databases to ensure billing integrity.

• Prepare and maintain accurate audit trails for all transactions.

Collections and Customer Relations

• Manage the collection of fees and ensure that payments are received in line with the School’s terms and conditions.

• Communicate effectively and empathetically with parents, companies, and sponsors regarding outstanding balances.

• Negotiate payment plans where appropriate, maintaining professionalism and discretion when dealing with sensitive personal circumstances.

• Work collaboratively with the Finance Manager and Director of Finance & Operations to review overdue accounts and agree on next steps.

Reconciliation and Reporting

• Perform regular reconciliations between the fees ledger, bank accounts, and other sub-ledgers.

• Analyse billing and cash flow trends; prepare reports for management, auditors, and the Board as required.

• Produce insightful analytical reports on billing to assist in long-term financial planning.

• Support external audits and provide all necessary documentation related to fees and revenue.

Systems, Innovation, and Process Improvement

• Utilise financial systems effectively; identify opportunities to improve automation, reporting accuracy, and user experience.

• Contribute to digital transformation initiatives such as online payment platforms, automated invoicing, and data analytics tools.

• Ensure compliance with relevant UK financial, consumer, and data protection legislation, including GDPR, Consumer Credit Act, and HMRC guidelines.

• Maintain awareness of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations and apply appropriate due diligence when processing and verifying payments from individuals and organisations.

• Identify and escalate potential compliance or irregular payment concerns to the Director of Finance & Operations.

• Develop and document best practices and standard operating procedures to ensure efficiency and consistency.

Teamwork and Collaboration

• Work closely with colleagues across Finance, Admissions, Operations, and Academic departments.

• Provide support and training to other team members on billing processes and systems.

• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and customer service.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• A professional qualification in the accounting and finance field or equivalent.

• Substantive experience in an accounting, billing, or accounts receivable role.

• Proficiency with financial management systems (e.g. Business Central, iSAMS, Sage, or similar).

• Advanced Excel and data reconciliation skills.

• Strong understanding of financial controls and internal audit practices.

• Awareness of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) principles and responsibilities.

• Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.

Desirable

• Experience in the education sector, particularly within an international or independent school.

• Familiarity with financial aid administration, bursaries, or corporate billing.

• Experience managing large account portfolios (500+ customers).

• Knowledge of UK accounting standards and charity finance compliance.

Key Competencies and Attributes

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Ensures precision and reliability across all financial processes.

• Technological Proficiency: Experienced with finance software, databases, and advanced Excel functions.

• Analytical Thinking: Able to interpret and reconcile complex financial data.

• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication, with diplomacy and cultural sensitivity.

• Deadline Management: Works efficiently under pressure, meeting strict billing and reporting deadlines.

• Compliance Awareness: Understands financial, AML, and data protection responsibilities.

• Team Player: Collaborative, supportive, and approachable.

• Initiative and Innovation: Continuously looks for ways to improve processes and customer experience.

We're looking for a Volunteer Coordinator who's good with people and good at organising them - someone who can recruit, train and keep in touch with the volunteers who make FFLAG's support possible.

Are you someone who enjoys building relationships and helping people do their best work? This role is about making sure FFLAG's volunteers - most of them parents of LGBT+ children themselves - feel properly recruited, trained and supported.

About FFLAG

FFLAG is a national voluntary organisation and registered charity and is the UK's longest established parent support charity in the LGBT+ sector. Our history began in the grassroots parent helplines of the 1960s, grew through the 1980's and 90's as we supported anxious parents and fought against the discrimination of Section 28, becoming a formally registered charity in 2000.

Our work sounds simple, but it is life changing. We help parents and families understand, accept and support their lesbian, gay, bisexual, non-binary and transgender family members with love and pride.

We offer a range of support options spanning 1-2-1 online and helpline support services to a UK-wide monthly group Zoom meeting and face to face local groups. We also have an extensive collection of online resources and guides. We attend as many Pride events as we can and our work supports thousands of people every year. This support is provided by an active base of FFLAG volunteers who are parents of LGBT+ children themselves, supported by other volunteers and allies.

What this job is all about

As Volunteer Coordinator, you'll make sure FFLAG's volunteers are properly recruited, trained and supported, so they can continue doing this work well. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will:

• Identify what volunteers FFLAG needs, then recruit, induct and train them, including DBS checks and references

• Maintain training, the volunteer handbook and the Code of Conduct up to date

• Maintain regular contact with volunteers, so they stay engaged, safe and supported

• Act as FFLAG's Safeguarding Lead, providing regular supervision to support volunteers

• Keep accurate records, liaise with Trustees, and report on volunteer activity to the Board

• Be a member of the Services and Support Committee

• Provide support to the Operations Manager with events, as required

What are the skills and attributes you will need?

This role needs someone who's organised, approachable, and motivated by helping people do well - but it also needs real, hands-on experience of volunteer coordination from day one, since it's a small, part-time role with no one else to lean on for this work. We're specifically looking for candidates who can point to evidence of previous experience in:

• Recruiting, training and supporting volunteers in a paid or voluntary role

• Keeping volunteers engaged and retained over time

• Handling safeguarding matters sensitively and appropriately

• Working independently and comfortably in a remote-working setup

• A genuine interest in equality, diversity, and the LGBT+ community

Please note: this role isn't suitable as a first step into volunteer management - we're looking for candidates who already have relevant, demonstrable experience in this area.

Why join us?

It's a chance to play a hands-on role at a charity with a long history of supporting parents and families, helping the volunteers who in turn support thousands of people every year. It's part-time, flexible and home-based, with 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (both pro rata), and a pension in place.

How to apply

Click the CharityJob Apply button below. You'll be asked to submit a CV and answer a few screening questions about your experience.

Closing date for applications is Friday 25th September

Note for Applicants

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! To help us keep our recruitment process fair and organised, please submit all applications and questions through the CharityJob platform using the 'Apply' button.

Our phone lines and general inbox are reserved exclusively for individuals accessing our vital support services, so our team won't be able to transfer recruitment calls or accept CVs directly. We truly appreciate your understanding and cooperation in keeping our support lines open for those who need them most. We look forward to reviewing your application on CharityJob!

High Trees Community Development Trust is seeking an ambitious Head of Community Research & Impact to join our senior management team and lead one of our core service areas.

Community-led research sits at the heart of how High Trees works. Our approach aims to rebalance the role and power that communities have in deciding how research is informed, delivered and used to improve lives for Lambeth residents. Over recent years we have built a strong foundation for this work and developed two flagship community research partnerships — the Lambeth Peer Action Collective and the Lambeth Community Research Network. We are now looking for someone to significantly expand this work: building local evidence of community need, working with communities to identify solutions and appropriate responses to local challenges, and advocating for change to policy and practice where needed.

This is a broad and varied leadership role. Alongside our direct research programmes, you will lead the development of infrastructure around community-led research in Lambeth, so that voluntary and community sector (VCS) organisations can access the training, resources and networks they need to design and deliver their own research. You will also lead our Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning and Communications functions, ensuring the impact of everything we do is understood, evidenced and communicated well.

As part of High Trees’ senior management team, the Head of Community Research & Impact will not only oversee delivery in their service area, but also help shape organisational strategy, grow partnerships and income, and ensure we work as one High Trees — keeping our practice responsive, collaborative and always led by community need.

About High Trees

Based in Tulse Hill, High Trees has been rooted in the local community for nearly 30 years. We deliver community action, employment, education, youth services and community research, working in partnership with local people and local organisations to build stronger communities and create meaningful change. We are recognised for our collaborative, long-term approach and our ability to adapt and respond to the issues that matter most to local people.

About the role

As Head of Community Research & Impact, you will:

• Lead and inspire our Research & Impact team to deliver high-quality, community-led research that drives change.
• Shape and deliver High Trees’ strategic vision for community-led research, championing collaborative research practice across Lambeth.
• Take the lead on designing new research programmes, support with sourcing the funding to run them, and ensuring projects are completed to a high standard with high-quality outputs.
• Grow the infrastructure for community-led research locally, including through the Lambeth Community Research Network and the Lambeth Peer Action Collective.
• Support VCS organisations with community research training, resources and capacity building support.
• Lead and embed Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) and Communications across High Trees and our partnership work.
• Contribute as a member of High Trees’ senior management team, ensuring a joined-up approach across all our services.

About you

We are looking for someone who brings:

• Significant professional experience in research and/or community settings, with a track record of leading research projects.
• Experience of qualitative and mixed methods research and a working knowledge of participatory research approaches.
• A proven track record of leading teams and managing multiple projects and programmes at once.
• The ability to build trust and long-lasting relationships across community, academic, public sector and voluntary sector organisations.
• A strategic mindset, balancing day-to-day delivery with long-term vision.
• A solid understanding of the context in which High Trees delivers its work

Why join us?

This is a rare opportunity to take a senior leadership role in a values-led organisation at a time of growth and ambition. You will help set the standard for community-led research and system change, creating tools, resources and practices that benefit the wider sector — and be part of a collaborative team dedicated to creating lasting change.

Our Team: How we enrich everyday life

Cash for Kids is a grant-giving charity helping the children that need it most across the UK. Our mission is to improve the lives of disadvantaged children and young people in our communities who are affected by poverty, illness, neglect or have additional needs. We work with grassroots organisations that aim to make a difference to young lives, directly supporting families who often have nowhere else to go.

Working in collaboration with central partnerships, campaign and communications team to drive projects to benefit all. The small team you will be joining are passionate and driven about the children we want to help throughout the year.

The Difference you will make

As The Corporate Fundraising Executive you will drive new business and income generation by identifying, researching and securing new corporate partnerships, while nurturing a pipeline of wider prospective supporters. This includes major donors, events and other relevant income streams.

Working closely with the National Brands Charity Manager and National Partnerships Manager, you will be leading on developing and converting new funding opportunities, maximising income through proactive prospecting, relationship building and tailored fundraising approaches. 

Your role

• Develop, maintain and grow relationships with long term corporate supporters. 
• Help partners develop their fundraising plans by providing ideas, support and resources.
• Research new corporate partners and corporate trusts to approach for support. 
• Inspire and motivate supporters, providing creativity and resources maximise fundraising.
• Working with the wider team to develop proposals for corporate Charity of the Year partnerships.
• Help to deliver Cash for Kids corporate engagement events.
• Identify any multisite/national opportunities with locally based businesses and work with the National Partnership Manager to expand support.
• Maintaining excellent working relationships with stakeholders and representing our charity, establishing strong relationships and building trust.

The Skills you will bring

• Experience in developing relationships with corporate partners, ideally within a sales or third sector role.   
• Experience developing targeted proposals for presentation to prospective corporate partners.
• Strong presenting and communication skills with the ability to negotiate.
• Be proficient in using Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook & presentation systems. 
• Energetic, enthusiastic and confident with a hands-on approach.

Working Pattern/Location

This is fulltime role, Monday – Friday, 9am – 5.30pm with flexible working hours. We also offer a hybrid way of working that supports a balance of working from home and our office in London 2 – 3 days a week.  Some flexibility to work evenings/weekends will be needed depending on partner events.

What’s in it for you

• You’ll have 28 days holiday, bank holidays & 2 volunteer days to use.
• Your development matters, so access to our internal training provider – Bauer Academy, is a huge win. 
• We have enhanced Maternity/Adoption, Paternity and Shared Parental Leave Pay.
• You’ll have the opportunity for flexible working. 
• And much more! Find the full details of our benefits here

Housing Support Worker

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Job Title: Housing Support Worker

Location: Brent. This is a floating support service which means locations may vary from outreach sites, personal homes, and our office space. Please be kindly aware that although there is step free access available at our base office, we cannot guarantee step free access in the external locations which form as part of this role.

Salary: £28,800

Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday on a rota between 08:00- 16.:00,  09:00 - 17:00, 10:00 - 18:00. You may be required to work outside these hours as per service and participant requirements.

About the Role

We're hiring a Housing Support Worker to join our team based in Brent. In this role, you will support participants who have been or are at risk of homelessness, experienced social exclusion, mental health challenges, substance use challenges, learning disabilities and/or may have previous convictions. You will support participants on their journey towards recovery, reablement, and independence within a compassionate and trauma informed environment. 

In this role, you'll be at the heart of delivering high quality, person centered support through tailored support plans which provide practical interventions, to empower our participants to overcome personal challenges, develop life skills, and achieve their personal goals. You will also work closely in partnership with various organisations to support the different needs of our participants, which may include signposting. Join us on the journey to empowering people to be the best versions of themselves! 

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Support residents who may be facing challenges with their housing and long-term living
• Co-create tailored support plans through one to one sessions, group sessions, and multi agency meetings
• Support residents to build skills and confidence to build confidence to move towards independent living
• Signpost participants with local providers to support with their independence such as with Job Centres, employment support hubs, community support centres, mental health trusts and other as relevant.
• Lone working is part of the role, but you’ll always have a supportive team around
• Recognise support needs in an individual and initiate appropriate interventions to prevent further deterioration. 
• Complete safeguarding and other referrals where required.
• Keep support plans updated on our online portals as appropriate

About You

We're looking for a passionate individual who has a shared mission to help people reduce their risk of homelessness. You will understand that the needs of our participants may vary from mental health, substance use, lack of confidence, and social exclusion. You will be a self motivated individual who is able to be proactive in managing your own time during busy or quiet periods to ensure productivity. You will be able to work collaboratively as part of a team, and will have alignment with our SIG values. You will be keen to support our residents to achieve their individual goals and support them to be the best versions of themselves. 

• Previous professional or lived experience supporting people who have experienced homelessness and other complex needs
• Ability to engage with people from different backgrounds, build rapport, and empower them to achieve their personal goals
• Ability to show empathy and compassion and the different challenges people face; ability to come up with creative solutions to support them in their journey
• Ability to use, learn and adapt to IT at an intermediate level, including Microsoft and other software programs
• Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents
• Understanding of the different needs people with multiple and complex needs have and be aware of the social marginalisation that can be attached to people who face personal challenges
• Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency

Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.

What we Offer

• 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
• Employer Pension Contribution
• Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
• Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more
• Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work
• Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
• Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Annual Staff Awards
• EDI Ambassador programme

About Social Interest Group (SIG)

SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. 

We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. 

Additional Information

Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.

Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. 

Join a respected charity at a pivotal time and help grow vital community income. This is a hands-on role for a motivated fundraiser who enjoys building relationships, delivering events, and providing outstanding supporter care. Working on a hybrid basis with two days per week in London, you’ll play a key part in connecting local communities with a cause that makes a tangible difference.

About the Role:
You will lead and coordinate community fundraising, driving income through events, challenges and supporter-led initiatives. Working closely with local supporters, groups and partners, you will ensure every interaction is well-managed, recorded and maximised for long-term engagement. This temporary role will have a direct impact on the charity’s ability to fund services and reach more people in need.

Key Responsibilities:
* Plan, deliver and evaluate a calendar of community fundraising events and activities.
* Support, steward and motivate individual fundraisers, community groups and corporate supporters to maximise their fundraising potential.
* Manage and update the CRM and donor database to ensure accurate recording of supporter interactions, income and event activity.
* Coordinate logistics for community events, including venues, materials, volunteer support and risk assessments.
* Develop tailored fundraising materials and communications to engage and retain community supporters.
* Provide timely, high-quality supporter care, responding to enquiries and ensuring a positive experience at every touchpoint.
* Monitor income and activity performance, producing regular reports and insights to inform future planning.
* Collaborate with internal teams to align community fundraising with wider campaigns and brand messaging.

Key Requirements:
* Proven experience in community fundraising or a closely related fundraising role.
* Demonstrable track record in planning, managing and delivering fundraising events and activities.
* Strong CRM and donor database management skills, with experience of maintaining accurate records and generating reports.
* Excellent relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and motivate a wide range of supporters.
* Strong organisational and time-management abilities, capable of managing multiple projects across a wide geographic area.
* High standard of written and verbal communication, with confident presentation skills.
* Comfortable working to income targets and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Skills:
* Experience working within a charity or non-profit fundraising team.
* Familiarity with fundraising regulations and best practice in supporter care.
* Experience of virtual or hybrid fundraising events and digital engagement.
* Knowledge of the North Midlands and Scotland fundraising landscape and local networks.
* Competence in using email marketing tools or basic design software to create supporter communications.

The role

The Project Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day delivery of our Council funded Adult Bereavement Service in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.This service aims to provide accessible, empathetic and effective support for adults affected by bereavement, particularly sudden or drug/alcohol-related deaths. The Project Officer will work collaboratively as part of the local and regional volunteer and staff team.

How to apply

Your application must consist of a CV and covering letter, which outlines your suitability for the role with reference to the Job Description and Person Specification and should be no longer than two pages.

The closing date for applications is the 18 September 2026 with interviews taking place week commencing 28 September 2026 via Teams.

Please be advised that if you do not hear from us by 28 September 2026, unfortunately on this occasion you have not been shortlisted.

Cruse welcomes and encourages applications from all protected groups as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Appointment will be made on merit.

Criminal Record Checks

All staff are required to complete a Criminal Record check. Staff working directly with clients will be required to complete an enhanced check. We comply with the relevant codes of practice and they can be viewed online:

• Applicants in England and Wales: DBS Code of Practice

• Applicants in Northern Ireland: AccessNI Code of Practice

Previous convictions will not prevent full consideration of your application to work with Cruse. Our Recruitment of Ex-offenders' Policy & Handling Criminal Record Check Data Policy are available on request by email. 

We comply with all relevant data protection legislation and process your data fairly.

Summary of Role

The Administration function provides high-quality, proactive administrative support across the organisation. Working as part of a small team, the Administration Officer roles ensures efficient coordination, accurate record-keeping, and timely administrative processes that enable departments to operate effectively and collaboratively.

The role is designed to be flexible and responsive, supporting multiple teams at any one time and contributing to a resilient centralised administration model.

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide proactive administrative support to multiple allocated teams, ensuring effective coordination, organisation, and timely delivery of activities.

• Coordinate diaries, meetings, and events, including preparing agendas, circulating papers, and recording actions and notes as required.

• Act as a professional first point of contact for internal and external administrative enquiries, managing communication efficiently and escalating where appropriate.

• Prepare, collate, and quality-check papers, reports, and presentations for internal meetings, senior leadership and Association forums.

• Maintain accurate and secure records and filing systems in line with organisational policies, data protection, and information governance requirements.

• Use organisational systems effectively and support departmental compliance with internal policies, controls, and procedures.

• Work collaboratively within the Central Administration team to provide cover, balance workloads, and support wider organisational priorities.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of administrative processes and ways of working across the or Foundation.

12-month fixed-term contract | Full-time 

Salary: £58,560 – £71,480 per annum

Hours: 35 per week

Location: Home-based with regular national travel 

Job reference number: 1766

Help shape the future of Cranstoun’s services 

Cranstoun is a social justice and harm reduction charity supporting and empowering people to live healthier and safer lives. Each year, we support more than 45,000 people through services including substance use, criminal justice, domestic abuse, housing and services for children and young people. 

Following a successful five-year strategy and significant growth, we remain ambitious about the difference we can make. As we enter our next phase, we are investing in the leadership and operational capability needed to support our continued development. We are now recruiting an Assistant Directors of Services to join our senior management team. 

This is a significant senior leadership role offering the opportunity to lead substantial service portfolios while helping shape how Cranstoun’s services are led and delivered across the organisation. 

The role 

Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will lead a substantial portfolio of complex commissioned services and senior operational managers. 

You will lead nine services with nine direct reports, spanning criminal justice and housing/homelessness provision. You will have clear accountability for ensuring services are safe, effective and well-led, with strong contractual performance, financial sustainability and positive outcomes for the people and communities we support. 

You will provide operational grip and evidence-based assurance, strengthen safeguarding and management accountability, build effective relationships with commissioners and partners, and ensure risks and underperformance are identified, escalated and addressed early. 

You will also work collectively with fellow senior operational leaders to embed a One Cranstoun approach, strengthening common standards, sharing learning, developing leadership capability and improving quality and resilience across our services. 

What you will be accountable for 

As an Assistant Director, you will take senior operational accountability for: 

• Safe, effective and well-led services – ensuring strong safeguarding, quality, operational risk management and service user outcomes.  
• Contractual performance – ensuring services deliver against contractual requirements and KPIs, with strong commissioner relationships and timely action to address underperformance.  
• Financial sustainability – maintaining strong financial oversight, effective workforce management and oversight of the sustainability of individual contracts.  
• Evidence-based assurance – using reliable performance, quality, workforce and financial information to identify risks and drive improvement.  
• Collective organisational leadership – working beyond individual portfolio boundaries to build consistent standards, stronger leadership and shared ways of working across Cranstoun.  

You will lead and develop senior operational managers, set clear expectations and create a culture in which support and accountability operate together. 

You will also lead and contribute to service mobilisation, transformation, workforce planning and continuous improvement. 

Who we are looking for 

We are looking for established senior operational leaders with substantial experience leading complex commissioned services and geographically dispersed teams. 

You will bring a strong track record of: 

• leading safe, high-quality services for people with complex needs;  
• safeguarding, quality and operational risk management;  
• contract and performance management;  
• managing significant service budgets and improving financial performance;  
• building effective relationships with commissioners, regulators and strategic partners;  
• leading service improvement, mobilisation and organisational change;  
• developing senior operational managers and addressing underperformance; and  
• using performance, quality, workforce and financial information to provide assurance and drive improvement.  

You will need to combine strategic leadership with operational pragmatism, understanding the detail when necessary while maintaining oversight of performance, risk, quality and sustainability across a complex portfolio. 

Above all, we are looking for collaborative, credible and values-led leaders who can support and challenge in equal measure, build leadership capability and bring people together around common standards and organisational priorities. 

Specialist experience 

For this role, you will need significant leadership experience across both Criminal Justice and Housing/Homelessness services, including housing or accommodation-based provision. 

You will understand the complexity of working across criminal justice, housing, local government and other statutory systems and be experienced in building effective relationships with commissioners and partners while maintaining strong operational and contractual oversight. 

This is a 12-month fixed-term appointment at an important stage in Cranstoun’s transformation, offering the opportunity to lead a significant portfolio, strengthen operational performance and help shape the future development of our operating model. 

Be part of Cranstoun’s next chapter 

Our successful five-year strategy has seen Cranstoun grow considerably, extending our reach and the range of services we provide. We remain ambitious and innovative, committed to developing services that respond to the changing needs of people and communities. 

As we look to the future, we are investing in the leadership, operational capability and organisational infrastructure needed to support our continued development, strengthening operational governance, consistency and assurance across our services. 

This role offers the opportunity to do more than manage established portfolios. You will help shape the future of our services and build an Operations Directorate characterised by high standards, clear accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. 

Find out more 

Please refer to the accompanying recruitment pack for the full Job Description, Person Specification and details of the application process.

Please note: All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

How to Apply:

For more details and to apply, please visit our website via the apply button. Please quote the appropriate Job Ref in all correspondence.

Applicants must be able to provide satisfactory evidence of their right to work in the UK at the application stage.

Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment.

Closing date: Sunday 20 September 2026.

We are an inclusive employer, committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of our work. 

Registered Charity No: 1061582

Fractional Head of Philanthropy

c£50k or equivalent day rate | London (Hybrid) | 16-24 hours/week

The 93% Club is the UK's fastest-growing network for state-educated people - up 75% in income, three years running. Now we're building philanthropy into the mix, and we need someone brilliant to lead it. Part-time.

We've raised £0.4m from philanthropic sources in the last 12 months with zero dedicated resource. Imagine what's possible with you steering it.

This is a new, senior role reporting to the COO with a dotted line to the CEO. You'll set the strategy, build the case for support, and personally hold the relationships with our highest-value donors - major gifts, trusts, corporates. No red tape, no legacy systems to unpick. You're building this from scratch.

You'll need:

• A track record of securing serious gifts and building real pipelines
• Confidence with CEOs, donors and everyone in between
• The judgement to make a fixed number of days count
• Genuine belief in what we're building - #StateSchoolProud and proud of it

You'll need:

• Full ownership of a new function, from day one
• A fast-growing, mission-driven team who'll back you
• £50k (not pro rata), 2-3 days/week, hybrid
• The chance to help millions of state-educated people thrive

Sound like you? We'd love to hear from you.

To register your interest, a CV or draft profile is a great first step. You can send this to Philippa Randle at Charity People directly through the application channel on this website or get in touch to request the full job pack.

Closing date: midday on Friday 25 September
Please note we will be reviewing applications and interviewing on a rolling basis, so please get in touch early to avoid disappointment.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

About the role 

This is an exciting opportunity to help people across NCT feel informed, connected and part of something bigger. 

As Communications and Engagement Officer, you’ll help plan and deliver clear, engaging and well-coordinated communications for our staff, volunteers and practitioners. You’ll support important organisational moments, bring stories of impact to life, and help make sure people across our community have the information they need, when they need it. 

You’ll be joining NCT at a pivotal time, as we embed our refreshed brand, strengthen our internal communications and continue to grow our voice as the nation’s charity for pregnancy, birth and new parents. 

Your role will include: 

• Planning, coordinating and delivering engaging internal communications across our people communities: staff, volunteers and practitioners, making sure messages are clear, timely, accessible and aligned with NCT’s brand and tone of voice. 
• Working with colleagues across NCT to share important updates, organisational priorities and key information in a way that feels human, useful and easy to understand. 
• Supporting communications and engagement around major organisational moments andstrategic activity, including the AGM. 
• Gathering, writing and editing stories, case studies and content that show the real impact of NCT’s work for parents, volunteers, practitioners and communities. 
• Building positive relationships across teams, acting as a trusted communications partner and helping colleagues communicate well with their audiences. 
• Using feedback, insight and engagement data to improve how we communicate, so our internal channels feel more connected, useful and responsive. 

About you 

• You're someone who is naturally curious about people, communications and how organisations work. You love understanding what matters to different audiences, asking questions, joining the dots and finding better ways to do things. 
• You're proactive and don't wait to be told exactly what needs doing. You spot opportunities, identify gaps, suggest improvements and take ownership for making things happen. Whether you're helping shape a key organisational update, uncovering a powerful story, or improving a communications process, you're motivated by making a real difference. 
• Alongside this, you'll be a thoughtful and organised communicator who enjoys turning information into clear, engaging content that helps people feel connected. 
• You don't need to have worked in exactly this kind of role before, but you will bring strong writing skills, good judgement and the confidence to work with different people across an organisation. You'll be comfortable managing several pieces of work at once, building relationships and taking ownership for delivering high-quality work. 
• Be a strong writer and editor, able to adapt your style for different audiences and channels. 
• Have excellent planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage deadlines and keep work moving. 
• Be naturally curious, asking good questions and seeking to understand different perspectives before communicating. 
• Take initiative, identify opportunities for improvement and feel comfortable suggesting new ideas. 
• Be able to turn complex or detailed information into communications that feel clear, accessible and engaging. 
• Build warm, collaborative relationships with colleagues and stakeholders across different teams. 
• Bring strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy, accessibility and inclusive communication. 
• Be comfortable using digital communication tools, content platforms or email systems, or willing to learn. 
• Care about NCT's purpose and values, and want to help create welcoming, inclusive experiences for everyone in our community. 

Our Benefits – What we offer you 

We value our team and offer fantastic benefits to support your well-being and professional growth: 

• 30 days annual leave (excluding Bank Holidays) 
• Pension matched up to 5% 
• Flexible working options to suite your lifestyle
• Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 GP access, personalised counselling, legal advice and more 
• Life Assurance for peace of mind 
• Free eye test for all staff, with further discounts 
• Blue Light discount card 

At NCT, we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within your role, please let us know—we’re here to support you.  Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of something truly special. 

Senior People Business Partner – 6 Month Maternity Cover

We are seeking an experienced Senior People Business Partner to provide strategic HR leadership, expert advice and support across a complex organisation.

Salary: £60,000 pro rata
Contract: 6-month maternity cover
Hours: Full time, 36 hours per week with flexible core working hours
Location: London – hybrid working, with Wednesdays in the office
Closing date: Applications and CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with interviews taking place as suitable candidates are identified.

About the role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior People Business Partner to join a high-profile organisation and work closely with senior leaders across a varied and complex environment.

You will provide a proactive, strategic people partnering service, supporting leaders and managers with organisational priorities while ensuring effective people management and a positive employee experience.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Partnering senior leaders and managers on strategic and operational people matters
• Leading and supporting organisational development, change and restructuring programmes
• Managing complex and high-level employee relations cases, including dismissal and appeal
• Building constructive relationships with trade union representatives
• Coaching and challenging managers to strengthen leadership and people management capability
• Identifying workforce trends, risks and opportunities and providing pragmatic solutions
• Supporting workforce planning, talent management and succession planning
• Using people data and management information to inform decision-making
• Developing and reviewing people policies, procedures and working practices
• Line managing and supporting colleagues within the People team

About you

You will be an experienced HR/People professional with a strong track record of operating at Senior Business Partner level within a large or complex organisation.

You will bring substantial generalist HR experience, including managing complex employee relations matters and advising senior stakeholders on sensitive people issues.

Experience within a unionised environment is highly desirable, and candidates with experience of working within the public sector or a similarly complex, highly governed organisation would be particularly well suited.

You will also have:

• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Experience of organisational change, restructuring and people projects
• Excellent influencing, coaching and relationship-building skills
• The confidence to challenge constructively at senior level
• Strong analytical and organisational skills
• A collaborative, pragmatic and people-focused approach

About the organisation

You will be joining a nationally recognised organisation with a strong public purpose and commitment to creating an inclusive, welcoming and high-performing workplace.

The organisation employs a diverse workforce and offers an interesting and complex People environment, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining strategic business partnering with hands-on senior HR support.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Senior HR Business Partner, HR Business Partner, People Business Partner, Senior People Partner, HR Manager, Senior HR Manager, Employee Relations Manager, People and Culture Business Partner, Strategic HR Business Partner or HR Consultant.

Age UK is recruiting for a Finance Analyst for a 6-month fixed term contract.

In this role you will support the Finance and Corporate Services team to provide high-quality financial data analysis, develop modelling and provide business intelligence for the organisation.

Key areas of responsibility are:

Financial Analysis: With the support of the FP&A Manager, work with operational managers and directors to identify and develop modelling to give high level business insight to drive operational and strategic decision making.

Reporting: Develop periodic reports for management. These reports may include return on investments, cost analysis and forecast modelling.

Budgeting: Assist in the preparation of the company's budget and forecasts, which may involve preparing financial models and forecasting future demand for services and cost analysis as well as assisting with loading budgets into the system.

Financial Projects: Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives involving finance and other departments.

This is a hybrid opportunity, a blend of homebased and office working. Our linked office for this role is at One America Square, London (EC3N 2LB) and you would be expected to attend as and when required.

Please note: Annual salary advertised (35 hours per week) - Pro rata for 6 months.

Must haves:

The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process: Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P

Experience
* Experience of working to deadlines (I)
* Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field (A)

Skills and knowledge
* High proficiency in financial modelling techniques (A, T)
* Strong fluency with Excel formulas and functions (T)
* Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyse financial data and create financial models for decision support. (T)
* Organisational Skills: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. (I)
* Attention to Detail: High attention to detail and accuracy. (A, I, T)
Personal attributes
* Teamwork: Ability to work as part of a team and support others to achieve shared goals. (I)
* Communication: Ability to distil complex issues to understandable and actionable items. (I)
* Self-starter with excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills. (A, I)
* Systems: Aptitude for picking up new IT systems. (A, I)

Great to Have's:
The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process: Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P

Experience
* Proven experience of business finance or other relevant experience
is advantageous but not essential (A, I)

Skills and knowledge
* Experience of building detailed models within Power BI advantageous but not essential (A, I)

What we offer in return

• Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave (pro rata) + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
• Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Health cashback plan and EAP
• Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
• Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
• Blue Light Card Scheme
• You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250
• Many additional benefits

Additional Information

Supporting statements and anonymisation

Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement that explains how they meet the competencies annotated with an 'A' in the job description, to assess suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges and accepts that AI may be used to support the application; we do expect candidates to personalise experience, knowledge and skills and failure to do so, may result in your application being rejected.

Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview.

Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. Age UK is a Disability Confident Scheme employer. Due to high numbers of applications received, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Reasonable adjustments

Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

For a full list of benefits please visit our website.

Location: Hybrid, London (2 days per week in the office, ideally Wednesday or Thursday)
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Temporary, 6 months
Pay: £24.75 per hour (+ holiday pay) (£48,396 salaried equivalent)
Start Date: ASAP

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting in the search for an experienced Senior Direct Marketing Executive to join their fundraising team on a temporary basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a major year-end fundraising appeal. Working closely with internal stakeholders, agencies and freelancers, you'll lead direct mail activity while supporting wider multi-channel fundraising campaigns. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of a major direct mail fundraising campaign.
• Manage campaign timelines, creative development and supplier relationships.
• Coordinate copywriters, designers, data briefs and production schedules.
• Support the planning and delivery of fundraising email campaigns.
• Monitor campaign performance and provide optimisation recommendations.
• Collaborate with fundraising, digital and data teams to deliver integrated campaigns.

Requirements:

• Strong experience delivering successful direct mail fundraising campaigns.
• Ability to hit the ground running and manage complex projects independently.
• Experience delivering email marketing campaigns and supporter communications.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, including agencies and freelancers.
• Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Knowledge of digital advertising channels would be advantageous.

CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so if you're interested in the role, please apply ASAP with your CV in a Word format.

At Prospectus, we are committed to supporting you throughout your application journey. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity.