Jobs in Longfield
£35,560 + Benefits
12 months’ fixed term maternity cover
London, UK (Hybrid – 50% office attendance)
We are looking for a Personal Assistant (PA) to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), to provide high-quality, confidential, and proactive executive support. You will be responsible for comprehensive diary and inbox management, coordination of meetings and travel, management of expenses, gatekeeping the CEO’s time, and ensuring the CEO is well-prepared through briefing and action tracking.
As PA to the CEO, you will work closely with the Chief of Staff, Briefing Hub Officer, and other relevant colleagues, to ensure the CEO’s meetings are appropriately supported with papers and briefings. You will also liaise with colleagues supporting the Academy of Medical Sciences’ President, to coordinate diaries where CEO and President activity intersects, and will manage sensitive communications with discretion and professionalism.
About the role
Executive, diary & inbox management:
- Provide proactive and complex diary management for the CEO, ensuring effective prioritisation and forward planning.
- Manage the CEO’s inbox, including monitoring correspondence, prioritising and responding where appropriate, and ensuring timely follow-up.
- Screen, triage, and manage incoming enquiries on behalf of the CEO, exercising sound judgement and discretion.
- Draft, prepare, and manage correspondence and documentation as required.
- Maintain accurate and well-organised electronic filing systems for the CEO’s office.
Gatekeeping, briefings & action tracking:
- Act as a gatekeeper to the CEO, balancing access, prioritising meetings, and advising on scheduling trade-offs.
- Work closely with the Chief of Staff, Briefing Hub Officer and colleagues to ensure meetings are appropriately briefed and supported.
- Track key actions arising from meetings attended by the CEO, ensuring follow-up occurs and deadlines are met, without owning delivery.
- Maintain awareness of protocol, managing sensitive communications and stakeholder interactions with discretion.
Meetings, travel & expenses:
- Arrange all travel and accommodation for the CEO, including itineraries and briefing packs.
- Coordinate virtual, hybrid, and in-person meetings, including booking rooms, managing technology (Microsoft Teams), and arranging catering.
- Prepare, submit, and track the CEO’s expenses in line with Academy policies, liaising with the Finance team as required.
Governance & corporate support:
- Provide administrative support to the CEO in relation to governance activity, including meetings involving the Academy’s Council Members, President, and Honorary Officers, as required.
- Liaise with PAs and administrative colleagues supporting the President to coordinate diaries, particularly where joint meetings or shared commitments arise.
- Support the coordination of CEO-related papers, briefings, and follow-up actions arising from senior meetings.
Corporate events & internal coordination:
- Support the planning and delivery of corporate events attended or hosted by the CEO. This could include the Annual General Meeting (AGM), New Fellows’ Admissions Day, named lectures, and other ad hoc events.
- Assist with coordination of all-staff meetings, senior leadership meetings, and cross-Academy activity involving the CEO.
- Provide diary and administrative support for ad hoc cross-Academy projects requiring CEO involvement.
Systems & information management:
- Maintain and update records within the Academy’s Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database (Salesforce), finance software (Iplicit) and other digital systems, as required.
- Support updates to internal systems and website content related to CEO or corporate activity, where appropriate.
Requirements
Skills, experience & abilities:
- Proven experience providing high-level PA or Executive Assistant support to a senior leader.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Confidence working with senior stakeholders and external organisations.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with discretion and sound judgement.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and CRM databases.
- Experience managing senior-level diaries, inboxes, travel, expenses, and briefing coordination.
- Experience in gatekeeping, action tracking, and protocol management.
Personal attributes:
- Highly organised, proactive, and calm under pressure.
- Discreet, trustworthy, and professional.
- Collaborative and confident working with senior colleagues.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
- Strong commitment to the Academy’s mission, values, and public benefit.
Benefits
We provide our staff with a comprehensive benefits package outlined as follows:
- Generous pension scheme with flexible contributions – we contribute between 8% - 13% of your gross salary (with employee contributions of 3% - 8%)
- Life assurance at three times your salary
- Hybrid and agile working. 50% office attendance.
- 26 days annual leave, plus Christmas closure days and bank holidays
- Buying and selling leave
- Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity and paternity leave (subject to a qualifying period)
- Complimentary subscriptions to Headspace and Classpass to support your physical and mental wellbeing
- Support through tailored learning and development
- A range of enhanced benefits become available once you’ve completed your probation period
If you have any questions about this role, please contact the Chief of Staff, Lizzy Benedikz, by email.
For more information and to apply online, please visit our vacancies page.
Closing date: 5.00pm on Monday, 22 June 2026.
Interview date: week commencing 6 July 2026.
Lightyear Foundation is looking for a highly organised and proactive Finance and Administration Manager to join our small, friendly and disablility charity.
This is a varied home-based role at the heart of the organisation, leading on day-to-day bookkeeping and financial administration, while also supporting governance, HR administration, CRM management, organisational systems and the smooth running of the charity.
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Salary: £26,300 - £32,800 FTE, depending on skills and experience
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Hours: 21 hours per week, worked flexibly.
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Location: Home-based, UK
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Contract: Permanent, part-time
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Closing date: 26th June 2026
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Interviews: 9th and/or 13th July 2026
We are committed to genuine flexible working and recognise that talented people balance work alongside caring responsibilities, disability-related needs, and other commitments. While the role is contracted at 21 hours per week, additional paid hours may be available by mutual agreement, offering opportunities to increase earnings as the organisation continues to grow.
As a disabled-led charity, we are passionate about breaking down barriers to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) for deaf, disabled and neurodivergent children and young people. Joining Lightyear Foundation is an opportunity to play a key role in a growing national charity, help shape our systems and operations, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of young people across the UK.
We particularly encourage applications from suitably qualified deaf, disabled and neurodivergent people.
What we offer
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Genuine flexible and remote working.
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Opportunities to develop your skills and take ownership of key organisational systems and processes.
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The opportunity to be part of a supportive, disabled-led organisation.
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A role where you can make a meaningful difference to the lives of deaf, disabled and neurodivergent young people.
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28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees.
More details on our website.
Breaking break down barriers to disabled and neurodivergent children and young people taking part in STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths)

Who we are:
Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background.
Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including, famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen.
We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people to help themselves. In addition to the 5 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable Development Programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.
Summary of the role:
The Community Fundraising and Volunteers Manager is responsible for managing and delivering an ambitious, values-led community fundraising programme that meets Muslim Aid's income targets while deepening community engagement and volunteer impact.
Working within Muslim Aid's Growth Department and reporting to the Head of Growth, the post-holder will lead a dedicated team, oversee all community fundraising campaigns (including Ramadan, Qurbani and Emergency appeals), and manage a national volunteer network. The role ensures all activity is compliant with regulatory, ethical and Islamic values-based standards and that Muslim Aid's community fundraising is delivered in line with the MAUK Growth Strategy 2026–2030.
About the Role:
- Lead on mid-year and end-of-year income reviews, presenting findings and recovery plans to the Head of Growth.
- Maintain a pipeline of new community fundraising activities and products (e.g. regular giving, community challenges, legacy and corporate-community partnerships) to grow income diversification.
- Maintain a live Fundraising Risk Register that documents impact on acquisition and service delivery. Review quarterly and escalate any high-rated risks within 48 hours.
- Develop and maintain an Annual Events Calendar shared across relevant departments at least 2 months in advance.
- Set and track an annual volunteer growth target agreed with the Head of Growth reporting progress on a monthly basis.
- Utilise online fundraising platforms (e.g. JustGiving, LaunchGood, peer-to-peer fundraising pages) to maximise income from community fundraising campaigns.
About You:
You must currently hold the right to work in the UK. Muslim Aid is not offering sponsorship for this role.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Experience developing and delivering annual fundraising work plans, securing income across multiple community fundraising streams.
- Demonstrable track record of meeting or exceeding income targets.
- Experience sourcing and capacity-building volunteers.
- Experience running major faith/community campaigns (e.g. Ramadan, Qurbani, Emergency).
- Knowledge of digital fundraising tools and online giving platforms as they apply to community fundraising.
- Ability to inspire people and build long-term relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Why you should apply:
Join Muslim Aid as our Community Fundraising and Volunteers Manager and take a leading role in managing and delivering an ambitious, values-led community fundraising programme in line with Muslim Aid’s Islamic values and MAUK Growth Strategy 2026–2030. You’ll lead a dedicated team, oversee community fundraising across key campaigns, and build a strong national volunteer network to grow sustainable income and strengthen community engagement across the UK. If you’re passionate about inspiring supporters, empowering volunteers and delivering meaningful fundraising experiences that enable life-changing humanitarian work, apply now to make a real impact across communities throughout the UK.
Benefits you will enjoy working for us:
- 25 days annual leave + 4 Privilege days
- Hybrid working
- Paid time off for medical appointments
- 2 hours lunch break on Fridays
- Time off in Lieu (TOIL)
- Pension Scheme
How to apply:
To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV.
Pre-employment Checks:
Due to the nature of our work with children & vulnerable communities, Muslim Aid operates rigorous safeguarding and PSEA procedures in our recruitment process. We are committed to the prevention of sexual abuse, exploitation and adopt a zero-tolerance approach to SEA, as a result, any employment with Muslim Aid is subject to the following checks prior to your start date:
- Satisfactory professional references, including safeguarding specific-enquiries.
- Criminal records check, including a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and/or an International Criminal Record Check where applicable
- Proof of eligibility to work in the national location for this role.
We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children and vulnerable people are recruited to work for us.
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About us:
Join an amazing charity that makes a difference for more than 110,000 adults and children in the UK with a muscle-wasting condition. This is a role where you can really make a difference.
We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups, including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, previous convictions and those with lived experience of the conditions we represent.
We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment, with disclosure only requested where relevant at the appropriate stage
We believe that by creating opportunities for all, we strengthen our impact and better support the communities we are committed to serve.
Muscular Dystrophy UK connects a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting conditions, and all the people around them. So everyone can get the healthcare, support and treatments needed to feel good, mentally and physically.
This is an exciting time to join Muscular Dystrophy UK. We recently launched our new 10 year strategy to transform the lives of people living with muscle wasting conditions. Our vision is clear, a world without limits for people with muscle wasting conditions, and we won’t stop until we achieve it.
About you
- This role sits within the Finance team and is focused on delivering accurate, timely income reconciliation and finance-led grants administration.
- You will work closely with Supporter Services, Research, and wider teams to ensure: all income streams are correctly reconciled, posted, and understood.
- You will report to the Head of Finance and Resources
Values and behaviours:
- A positive attitude and approach that reflect the charity’s values.
- Seek opportunities to contribute to the development of the charity.
- A commitment to and an understanding of disability issues, equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Always demonstrate role model behaviour.
Benefits:
We appreciate the range of skills and experience our staff have to offer. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we commit to actively developing and supporting you. We believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally.
Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote wellbeing, work–life balance, and career development. Our offer range of benefits includes great pension contributions, life insurance, cycle scheme, health cash plan, employee assistance programme, instant retail and events discounts, and much more...
Location: We operate a hybrid model (home and office, London SE1).
Closing date: Friday 26th June at Midday
Interview dates: NB: Please note that we are interviewing on a rolling basis and may close the advert earlier than the stated deadline if we successfully fill the role.
We connect a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting and weakening conditions and people around them.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Employment & Discrimination Solicitor
Permanent/full-time: Salary £41,000 per annum
Closing date – Friday 24th July 2026
Cambridge House is looking for motivated people who are willing to go the extra mile to create a more just society. Our innovative London and equity-based charity has been tackling poverty, social inequity, and social injustice since 1889. We provide a range of services that are designed to improve people’s lives as well as transform society through research and social action.
Our team is very diverse in terms of cultural diversity and lived experience, the roles combine office-based and remote working, and we offer staff a range of competitive benefits.
To apply, please visit our website and download the recruitment pack. Applicants are required to submit their CV and a supporting statement, along with a completed criminal records declaration and EDI form, which can be found at the bottom of our Work With Us / Job Opportunities webpage.
Our Employment and Discrimination Solicitor is responsible for the provision of high quality advice and assistance to users of the Law Centre. The successful candidate will:
- Be a qualified solicitor or barrister with a current practising certificate in England and Wales.
- Have experience and expert knowledge of employment and discrimination law.
- Be experienced in Employment Tribunal Practice and Procedure.
- Have the ability to act on service users instructions in negotiating on settlement agreements.
- Be client focused with a results orientated approach and a commitment to our corporate vision.
We value diversity and warmly encourage applications from disabled people, the LGBTQIA+ and Black, Asian and global majority communities, and candidates who share lived experiences with our service users.
NOTE : NO AGENCIES OR RECRUITERS WILL BE RESPONDED TO
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Day Opportunities Senior Manager
Are you ready to lead a service where people come first?
At London Ability, we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to live a full and valued life, with meaningful experiences, real choices and the right support to achieve their potential. We work in partnership with the people we support, recognising strengths, encouraging independence and always putting our clients at the heart of what we do.
Our strapline, “It’s what you can do that matters.” is more than just words on page, it’s the belief that underpins everything we do, and reflected in our values and the way we work.
Over the last 40 years, we have provided services and support for adults with Learning Disabilities, Autism and additional physical and sensory disabilities, working alongside our clients to create meaningful opportunities, encourage independence and recognise everyone’s strengths and potential.
We’re equally committed to creating a great place to work and in 2024, London Ability received national recognition from Investor in People as one of the UK’s Top 20 Employers.
We’re now looking for a passionate, positive, values-driven Day Opportunities Manager to lead one of our community-based services and help shape the next chapter of our journey.
What Makes Us Different:
Clients are at the heart of everything we do
We work to ensure that our clients are at the heart of every decision we make, with their voices helping to shape the services and opportunities we provide.
Monday to Friday working
Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with no regular evenings or weekends.
Supportive leadership
Be part of an experienced, welcoming organisation where collaboration and mutual support are valued.
Lead an established and respected service
Build on strong foundations, supporting the continued development of a well-regarded service while helping to shape its future.
A great place to work
Benefit from an Employee Assistance Programme, staff recognition awards, subsidised meals, birthday leave and our Christmas shutdown.
Well-connected location
Based in East London, with on-site parking available and excellent transport links via Leyton and Stratford.
Competitive salary and benefits
Recognising the responsibility and impact of your leadership role.
What You’ll Be Doing
As Day Opportunities Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and management of our service, ensuring that the people we support receive high-quality, meaningful and personalised opportunities.You will lead and develop a committed team, foster a positive and inclusive culture, and ensure the service continues to evolve and grow.
As a senior manager, you will also contribute to the wider success of the organisation and provide support and deputise for colleagues when required.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who genuinely lives our values and can inspire others to do the same.
You’ll bring:
• A passion for supporting people to live full and meaningful lives.
• Previous leadership or management experience working with adults with disabilities in day opportunities or a similar setting.
• The ability to lead, motivate and develop a dedicated team.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• A proactive, positive and solution-focused approach.
• The confidence to build positive relationships with the people we support, their families and professionals.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, safeguarding and quality standards.
Why This Role Stands Out
• Join an organisation where values aren’t just words — they shape everyday practice.
• Be genuinely supported by an experienced, welcoming and collaborative management team.
• Help create services, activities and opportunities that empower adults with disabilities to thrive and develop skills.
• Play a leading role in the future of an organisation that has been making a difference for over four decades.
Location: East London
Hours: Monday to Friday
Salary: £49,000
Closing Date: 10 July
If you’re an inspiring leader who believes that great services are built through partnership, respect and empowerment we’d love to hear from you.
Get in touch if you'd like an informal conversation about the role with our CEO, Helen Gore.
Empowering people with disabilities to reach their potential. It's what you can do that matters.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We’re looking for an ambitious and commercially minded Senior Commercial Manager to lead income-generating events, partnerships and activations across some of London’s most exciting South Bank locations, including Oxo Tower Wharf, Gabriels Wharf, part of the south bank walkway and our corporate conference centre. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape a vibrant commercial offer, grow sustainable income, and lead a high-performing team delivering exceptional experiences for businesses, brands and visitors alike. This is a 12-month maternity cover role.
As our Senior Commercial Manager you will:
- Lead commercial events, partnerships and brand activations in a world-class riverside setting
- Drive sustainable income growth while balancing commercial success with community impact
- Manage and develop a talented events team in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
To be successful you will need to demonstrate the following:
- Experience in sales, negotiation and building commercial relationships
- Minimum 2-3 years’ experience of managing teams and embedding a performance culture
- Customer facing commercial experience ideally in the hospitality/service/event management sector
- Breadth of commercial knowledge events, conferencing, advertising, commercial brand activations
About Coin Street Community Builders
We provide the opportunities and spaces for people to lead their own change.
Our activities are wide and far reaching. From giving families and children the best start in life through our childcare and family support, to creating and maintaining high quality spaces to live, work and play on the land that we own.
We promote enterprise, creativity, and lifelong learning whether that is through providing employment, volunteering opportunities, nurturing enterprise, or delivering programmes and activities. We provide housing that supports our community; we champion co-operative housing and influence local and national housing policy.
From sports and dance to healthy eating and gardening, we offer a range of facilities and activities accessible to everyone to support health and wellbeing in our community.
Contract
12-month fixed term contract, 35 hours per week (Monday-Friday)
Salary
£53,000 per annum
Extras
- Equivalent of 27 days annual leave (excluding Bank holidays), pro rata for part-time staff.
- 8% contributory pension scheme (5% employer contribution and 3% employee contribution).
- Health and wellbeing support, including online mental health therapy sessions.
- Free gym membership at Colombo, annual flu jabs.
- Commitment to training and development.
To Apply
To apply for the role, please click the following link to be redirected to our Recruitment Portal.
Closing Date
Please submit your application by midnight on Sunday, 21 June 2026
Successful candidates will be required to undertake a Standard DBS check.
As an organisation, we are passionate about creating an inspirational neighbourhood - powered by social enterprise.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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!
Role Summary
As our Senior Talent Acquisition Manager, you will play a key role in strengthening ProVeg's ability to attract, engage, and hire mission-driven talent across our international organisation.
This role combines strategic talent acquisition leadership with hands-on recruitment delivery. You will personally lead end-to-end recruitment for international and selected country office roles, while developing recruitment standards, tools, and practices that enable hiring managers and People & Culture colleagues to recruit effectively and consistently. We are therefore looking for someone who enjoys both shaping recruitment strategy and executing recruitment activities directly.
You will work closely with the Director of People & Culture to build a proactive, candidate-centred, and data-informed approach to talent acquisition, helping strengthen ProVeg's position as an employer of choice.
Job details
Reports to: Director of People & Culture
Department: INT People and Culture
Working hours: 30-40
Salary: depending on location and experience, e.g. €44,000 - 48,000 in Germany,
zł 120,000 - 150,000 in Poland (full-time equivalent).
Location: Remote.
We welcome candidates globally who hold permanent residency and can adhere to a working schedule that includes core collaboration hours of 10 am - 4 pm CET.
Responsibilities
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Lead and execute full-cycle recruitment for international and selected country office roles, including job advertising, sourcing, screening, candidate communication, interviewing, selection support, and offer coordination.
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Act as a trusted talent partner to hiring managers, helping define role requirements, assess candidates fairly, and make informed hiring decisions.
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Develop and strengthen ProVeg's employer brand through authentic recruitment messaging, content, and candidate engagement.
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Build and maintain a consistent recruitment framework across ProVeg, including templates, guidance, toolkits, and quality standards.
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Own and optimise our plattform Teamtailor, ensuring efficient workflows, reliable recruitment data, and transparent reporting.
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Use recruitment insights and data to identify opportunities for improvement and support workforce planning together with the Director of People & Culture.
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Train and support hiring managers and People & Culture colleagues to recruit with greater confidence, consistency, and effectiveness.
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Document and share recruitment practices, lessons learned, and tools across teams and countries.
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Communicate progress, challenges, and recommendations clearly, proposing practical solutions and next steps.
Competencies
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You bring strong experience in full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, stakeholder management, and offer processes.
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You have experience recruiting for international, senior, or specialist roles in complex or fast-moving environments.
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You are confident advising hiring managers throughout the recruitment process and balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
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You have experience improving recruitment processes, frameworks, toolkits, or ways of working.
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You have hands-on experience with applicant tracking systems, ideally Teamtailor, and using recruitment data to improve hiring outcomes.
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You demonstrate curiosity and openness to exploring responsible AI applications in recruitment, with awareness of data privacy, ethics, and transparency.
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You demonstrate strong organisational skills and can manage multiple recruitment processes simultaneously while maintaining quality and candidate experience.
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You have experience collaborating across cultures, countries, and time zones.
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You have an affinity with ProVeg's mission and vision.
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You are fluent in English and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred
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You have experience creating employer branding content, such as careers page content, social media posts, candidate communications, or employee stories.
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You have experience with LinkedIn Recruiter or similar sourcing tools.
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You have experience working in a mission-driven, non-profit, advocacy, or international organisation.
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You have experience with Personio, Leapsome, Google Workspace, or similar tools.
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You have contributed to workforce planning or talent strategy.
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You have experience training or coaching hiring managers or People & Culture colleagues on recruitment practices.
Benefits of working with ProVeg
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A strong organisational focus on personal development, with a designated training budget.
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Provision of a work laptop.
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Flexible, trust-based working arrangements and home-office arrangements.
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Career development support.
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Mental health & wellbeing support via access to the OpenUp platform and a free Headspace subscription
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We are a workplace that encourages everyone to bring their whole selves to work. We are an inclusive workplace for our diverse employees around the world.
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Generous annual leave entitlement - 25 days increasing by one day a year to a maximum of 30 days (plus bank holidays)
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And, last but not least, become part of a great team and work with us towards a world where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet!
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Depending on your location, there might be additional benefits.
Further Information
Please apply with your CV and a cover letter explaining why you are motivated to join ProVeg and describe how you can bring in your experience to this role. Even if you do not meet all the requirements, we still encourage you to apply. Our tasks are diverse, and we are flexible in how we distribute them. We are happy to support your growth and development.
We also encourage all applicants to apply without a photo or disclosing their date or place of birth.
If you are living with a disability, health condition and/or neurodiversity, please feel free to let us know how we can adjust and support your application process. For example, we can offer alternative tools, different interview formats, or additional time for tasks.
Important: Please make sure to use your own words and ideas in the cover letter. The goal is for us to know you better in order to assess if this role and your motivation are a good fit. Letters written with AI, or written in a language other than English, will be disregarded.
Application process:
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Screening of your application
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Interview with People & Culture (30-40mins)
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Job related trial task (~ 2 hrs.)
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Second interview with the team (60mins)
When:
Application deadline: open until filled
Start date: preferably 01.08.2026
To accelerate the transition to a sustainable global food system by making plant-rich foods and alternative proteins more accessible and appealing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of one of the largest Church of England dioceses, working closely with an experienced and committed Diocesan Secretary as a trusted advisor to a small senior team. This is a varied, high‑impact role with significant scope for professional growth.
The role blends strategy, operations and governance and is ideal for someone who thrives on complexity and likes getting things done. You will be a trusted adviser and sounding board, offering challenge, perspective, and solutions. You will be expert at developing and maintaining excellent relationships with a wide range of people including trustees, staff and senior clergy.
The Diocese of Southwark is committed to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation and to increasing our diversity at all levels. We especially welcome applications from those with Global Majority Heritage, those with disabilities and other protected characteristics.
Job Purpose
To ensure the smooth functioning of the central diocesan office in particular by leading on governance in the Diocesan Board of Finance, co-ordinating activities and managing the day-to-day responsibilities of the Diocesan Secretary’s role as Company Secretary.
This will involve a range of responsibilities including:
- Leading on all elements of governance and charity law compliance
- Leading the Health and Safety and facilities management in the Diocesan Offices, including the line management of staff.
- Co-ordinating, preparing planning and follow up for a range of meetings associated with the governance of the diocese. This includes drafting agendas, preparing papers, taking minutes of meetings and following up the actions
- Supporting the Diocesan Secretary in all other aspects of synodical and committee management, including overseeing elections and the electoral process for Diocesan Synod and Deanery Synods
- Acting as a point of contact and expertise for Parishes, Deanery Secretaries and Deanery Lay Chairs including:
The Person
You should have significant experience in a governance or secretariat role, preferably in a charity and ideally in the Church of England. Proven ability to work closely with senior leaders, ideally at CEO or Board level is essential, as is the experience of leading a small team to deliver well under pressure. You should have a strong understanding of the charity sector and ideally of Church of England governance
As a key contact for people in the Diocese, you should have outstanding communication skills: written, verbal, and interpersonal, combined with strong organisational and project management skills. You will need to be comfortable switching between high level strategy and hands on delivery, with the ability to influence without authority and navigate sensitive issues with discretion. The role is challenging and involves some evening and weekend working for which time off in lieu is given.
Welcome to the Diocese of Southwark, where we seek to be Christ Centered Outward Focused in all we do.


ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for two Experts by Experience Board Advisors to join the Helen Bamber Foundation Board of Trustees, who have lived experience of seeking asylum, being granted refugee status or another form of protection in the UK and lived experience of extreme human rights abuses.
The Board of Trustees is made up of individuals who have overall control and legal responsibility for the charity’s management and administration. All the Trustees share responsibility for the charity and must work according to the Articles of Association – a governing document which sets out the charity’s rules and responsibilities. This means that you will contribute, advise and make recommendations to Board on the work and strategy of the charity, but as you will not be a trustee you are not responsible for the final decisions.
The Helen Bamber Foundation Board of Trustees is led by the Chair, Adam Epstein. During your time as an Expert by Experience Board Advisor, you will be supported by the Chair and other members of the Board (including two Trustees with lived experience) to ensure that you are confident and comfortable in your contributions.
HOW TO APPLY
We know it can be daunting to join a board, particularly if you haven’t done it before, so we want to make it as easy as possible for you to join us and participate fully in our discussions as a paid Expert by Experience Board Advisor. Both the Chair and the CEO are committed to enable this.
If you would like to apply for the role of Expert by Experience Board Advisor for Helen Bamber Foundation, please could you write a short letter, presentation, video or audio message addressing the following two questions:
- What is the main thing that interests you about applying for this role?
- How do you meet the criteria outlined in the ‘Who are we looking for’ section?
The questions can be responded to in one of four different ways:
- Written A4 (No more than 2 sides of A4)
- PowerPoint (No more than 3 slides)
- Audio recording (No more than 5 mins)
- Video Recording (No more than 5 mins)
If you would like to send a CV as well, please do so but it is not necessary for the application.
TIMELINE
Closing date: 10am on Monday 6th July
Preliminary interviews (online): week commencing 13th July
Final panel interviews (in person): week commencing 20th July
ELIGIBILITY CHECKS
Since our work involves the engagement and participation of individuals with lived experience, candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check if offered the role. We will also ask you for the details of two referees (if you do not have work-based references, we are happy to accept character references or references from any time spent volunteering).
We give Survivors of trafficking and torture the strength to move on.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Government, Multilateral and Climate Funding Manager
Permanent. Full Time. Hybrid working (minimum of 2 days in the office per week)
Location: This role can be based in any of our UK offices - Cardiff, Edinburgh, London, Warrington
Salary: £48,576 per year for Cardiff, Edinburgh, and Warrington. £53,549 per year for London (including London allowance)
About us
Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.
We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues.
About the role
Reporting in to the Partnership and Business Development Lead, the Government, Multilateral and Climate Funding Manager is responsible for driving sustained growth in income and impact outcomes by actively engaging and cultivating strong relationships with existing and new institutional and climate funding partners.
The role co-creates and leads bidding with MCCs and Global Programmes teams, securing multi-year, multi-million government, multilateral, and climate funding awards.
The post-holder will co-lead and deliver the government, multilateral and climate funding strategy, positioning Christian Aid and its partners to access and scale climate finance, including adaptation, resilience, loss and damage, and nature-based solutions funding.
The role ensures a strong long-term pipeline of funding opportunities, aligned to organisational priorities and climate justice commitments, maximising both income and programme impact.
Some of the main areas of responsibility for the Government, Multilateral and Climate Funding Manager include:
- Working with the Partnerships and Business Development Lead and Heads of Impact to implement an ambitious long-term strategic framework to enhance engagement and build strong partnerships with Government, Multilateral and Climate Funding Partners (including Global Climate Funds such as the Green Climate Fund and Adaptation Fund, UN agencies, World Bank climate windows, Regional Development Banks, and bilateral donors including UK and devolved Governments, European and other Governments), setting clear objectives and key areas for collaboration, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and climate justice priorities.
- Acquire, develop and retain key Government, Multilateral and Climate Funder relationships and strategic partnerships by building a wide network of contacts across Government Departments, development finance institutions, and climate finance mechanisms, ensuring sustained engagement and strong positioning over time.
- Build and maintain a forward-looking, multi-year pipeline of institutional and climate funding opportunities, identifying emerging climate finance trends and positioning Christian Aid to access strategic funding, collaborating closely with CA Ireland and global teams to maximise funding growth.
- Oversee agreed Supplier Framework Agreements, including those linked to climate and environment programming, working with MCC Business Development Managers in taking forward pipeline opportunities.
- Collaborate across the Partnerships and Business Development Team and MCC BD Team on tenders and grants, leading bid preparation and ensuring alignment with funding requirements, including integration of climate considerations and compliance with donor requirements (e.g. climate rationale, safeguards, and reporting).
- Collaborate with Impact colleagues to onboard new programmes, including those funded through climate finance mechanisms, working with MCC Contracts and Portfolio Managers to ensure readiness for delivery and compliance requirements.
- Develop and proactively pitch new strategic Signature Programmes, including climate-focused and climate-integrated programmes, in agreement with Directors and MCCs.
- Strengthen internal capability by supporting colleagues to integrate climate considerations into programme design and funding approaches, sharing knowledge and best practice on climate funding requirements.
- Represent Christian Aid externally, strengthening organisational visibility and positioning within climate finance spaces.
- This level role may include line management responsibilities of an adviser level role.
Role Characteristics
- Permanent, income-generating role aligned to multi-year institutional and climate funding cycles
- Focus on sustained pipeline development and relationship management
- Requires long-term positioning with government, multilateral, and climate funders
- Builds and retains organisational expertise in complex and competitive funding mechanisms
- Critical to delivering predictable income growth and scaled programme impact
Strategic Context
This role is critical to ensuring Christian Aid can:
- Compete effectively in an increasingly climate-focused and competitive funding landscape
- Build and sustain high-value institutional and climate funding partnerships
- Access and scale climate finance as a core income stream
- Deliver long-term, impactful programmes aligned to climate justice priorities
The permanent nature of this role reflects the long-term horizon of institutional and climate funding, and the need for sustained engagement, expertise, and strategic positioning.
Integration with Senior Leadership
This role will be complemented by senior strategic oversight, ensuring strong alignment between operational delivery and high-level engagement with key funders, strengthening Christian Aid’s positioning, influence, and ability to secure large-scale funding opportunities.
About you
Who we are looking for:
Essential:
- Highly developed communication, networking, consulting and relationship-building skills, including but not limited to Government Departments, INGOs, NGOs and Private Sector and country missions
- Highly developed interpersonal skills at senior levels with advanced negotiation and conflict resolution
- Highly developed research skills for identifying strategic funding and partnership
- Highly developed organisational, planning, and prioritisation
- Substantial knowledge and experience of humanitarian programming and humanitarian donor funding modalities with UN, EU and bilateral donors and/or international climate funding architecture, Global Climate Funds, donor accreditation and management modalities
- Developed skills and experience in strategy development, decision-making, and managing high-pressure
- Substantial experience and a proven track record of securing multiple multi-million-pound
- Substantial experience with project design, as well as monitoring and evaluation
- Substantial experience in developing, writing, and budgeting technical grant and service contract bids, and strong excel and budgeting skills.
- Detailed understanding and knowledge of institutional donor programming and partnership models, especially with Governments and Multilateral donors.
Desirable:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Developed in synthesising complex information
- Demonstrable experience in line management and managing teams remotely and providing coaching support.
- Medium level proficiency in speaking and writing in French or Spanish
- Understanding in negotiating government grant and supplier contracts, including compliance agreements.
Further information
At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.
We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams.
We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity.
All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
VIDERE
Videre is an award-winning, UK-registered NGO that exposes human rights abuses and holds perpetrators to account. We work directly with communities in stressed environments, equipping networks of activists and community leaders with the technology and training necessary to safely capture visual documentation of political violence, human rights violations, and other systemic abuses. Our aim is to ensure that the concerns and knowledge of affected communities drive advocacy, policy, and legal action.
POSITION SUMMARY
This is a critical senior role in the organisation, reporting to the Senior Director-Programming. The role is responsible for managing the organisation’s programmes across 2 locations in Sub Saharan Africa and South East Asia, line managing three people. The position provides leadership on direct programming for community-led investigations and evidence gathering as well as our CSO partnership programme in two geographies. The Head of Programmes works closely with the Senior Management Team (SMT) on critical areas including fundraising and strategic development.
The priority for this role is the safe and high quality performance of projects. The balance between ‘doing’ and ‘managing’ in this role varies depending on available resources for each project, and the ability to create competent teams to delegate to.
Location: UK, France, Nairobi or Thailand preferred. Remote applicants considered.
Package: Pay is dependent on location. The UK salary of £62,000 plus pension contribution will be converted using ICSC scales. All locations receive 28 days annual leave, counselling support and annual wellbeing days.
Start date: 1st September
Duration: 7 months with possibility of extension
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Programme Leadership and Delivery
- Working closely with the Senior Director- Programming, lead the development and implementation of programme strategy and annual plans, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and priorities.
- Provide strategic and operational leadership to the Project Teams for both direct investigations and local CSO partnerships, ensuring programmes are delivered safely, effectively and to a high standard.
- Act as a member of the Management Team, contributing to organisational planning, decision-making, continuous improvement and cross-organisational initiatives.
- Work closely with the Senior Director – Programming and other colleagues to identify organisational risks, opportunities and areas for improvement.
- Work closely with the Head of Development and SMT to contribute to proposal development, programme design and concept note drafting in support of organisational fundraising efforts.
- Maintain and strengthen relationships with donors and programme partners throughout the project lifecycle, supporting effective communication, reporting and programme delivery.
- Ensure all aspects of programme design and delivery promote diversity, equity, inclusion and responsible partnership practices.
Civil Society Partnerships and Capacity Strengthening
- Provide strategic oversight of the organisation’s civil society partnership portfolio and approach in two geographic areas.
- Oversee staff responsible for partnership implementation to design, implement and continuously improve partnership and capacity strengthening activities, ensuring they have the guidance, resources and support required to deliver high-quality work.
- Ensure partnership activities are aligned with programme objectives, organisational strategy and donor commitments.
- Contribute to the development of organisational methodologies, learning and good practice relating to partnership working and capacity strengthening.
People Leadership
- Lead, support and develop a high-performing, inclusive and collaborative team culture.
- Provide ongoing management, coaching and mentoring to direct reports, including through annual performance reviews and regular development conversations.
- Support staff wellbeing and duty of care, ensuring teams have access to appropriate support and resources.
- Work with managers and staff to identify and facilitate learning and professional development opportunities.
Financial Management
- Oversee programme budgets and spending strategies, ensuring resources are managed effectively and in line with organisational priorities.
- Monitor programme expenditure and forecasts, ensuring appropriate financial oversight and accountability.
- Ensure compliance with organisational financial procedures, procurement requirements and donor regulations.
- Support the development of programme budgets for new funding proposals and organisational planning processes.
Security, Risk and Compliance
- Contribute actively to organisational security and risk management processes.
- Ensure programme activities are delivered in accordance with organisational policies, security procedures and compliance requirements.
- Support teams to identify, assess and manage operational, programmatic and security risks.
- Maintain oversight of security considerations affecting staff, investigators, partners and programme participants.
- Promote a culture of risk awareness, responsible decision-making and proactive risk management.
- Ensure the safety and quality of operational practices, including data collection, information management, secure data storage and transfer.
Skills, Experience and Characteristics
Essential
- Professional writing and speaking in either English or French, with at least effective operational efficiency in the other language (B2 or above).
- Experience managing teams or individuals across multiple international locations
- An understanding of risk management methodologies and experience applying them
- An understanding of human rights and a strong belief in their indivisibility and interdependence
- Excellent project management skills, with the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks effectively to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality results.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, including experience working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams and building relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
- Flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with the ability to respond to changing priorities and requirements.
- Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.
Preferred
- Experience with human rights research, investigations or legal cases
- Experience with filming or documentary making
- Strong technology / IT skills and/or aptitude
- Experience with fundraising or confidence in public speaking and presenting
Application Process & Timeline
- Please submit your CV (maximum two pages) and a cover letter (maximum 400 words) describing your suitability for this position.
- Applications will close on Tuesday 7th July
- Interviews will be conducted remotely.
- We intend to complete the recruitment process by 31st July
- The successful candidate should be available to start work on Tuesday 1st September.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We acknowledge that people from certain backgrounds are under-represented in the human rights sector and we are committed to doing what we can to correct this. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the communities that we serve. Therefore, we are particularly keen to receive applications from people who identify with minority and/or underrepresented groups (whether on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status). We also value diversity in terms of personal and professional experience; believing that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create stronger and more creative working environments.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
For over 60 years the National Children’s Bureau (NCB) has been building a better childhood for all.
Research and Development Officer
Contract: Permanent
Work Pattern: Part Time, 28 hours per week (0.8 FTE)
Salary: £27,526 per annum, with annual salary increments for the first three years
Location: Homebased – however NCB and RiP has offices in Sheffield, Newton Abbot and Belfast that staff can work from should they choose.
The Vacancy
For over 20 years, Research in Practice has been at the forefront of supporting evidence-informed practice in adult social care. We are now looking for a passionate and experienced Research and Development Officer to join our adults’ team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled facilitator with strong experience in adult social care (or a related sector, e.g. housing, homelessness, mental health or criminal justice) who is motivated to make a real impact. While the role requires a solid understanding of research and its application, it is not a primary research post—instead, the focus is on translating evidence into meaningful learning and development opportunities.
You will play a key role in designing and delivering high-quality learning experiences, including programmes, full-day workshops, webinars, and events, working with diverse audiences such as senior leaders and practitioners.
What you’ll be doing
- Designing and delivering engaging learning and development activities for a range of audiences
- Translating complex research, policy, and legal frameworks into accessible, practical learning
- Developing high-quality outputs (e.g. publications, tools, and learning resources)
- Building strong relationships with stakeholders and supporting collaborative projects
- Managing multiple projects effectively in a varied and fast-paced environment
About you
We are looking for someone who brings:
- In-depth knowledge of adult social care, or related sectors such as criminal justice, housing and homelessness, or mental health
- Experience in facilitation and delivering learning, including workshops and webinars
- A strong understanding of research, policy, and practice frameworks
- Skills in knowledge mobilisation, with a passion for co-production and evidence implementation
- Proven experience in relationship management
- Excellent communication skills, including confident public speaking
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work flexibly (including occasional travel and overnight stays)
Research in Practice
Research in Practice is part of the National Children’s Bureau (NCB) family. For over 60 years, the NCB has been building a better childhood for all.
Research in Practice works with organisations across the adults and children’s social care, health and criminal justice sectors, supporting them to develop an evidence-informed approach to their work. Our focus is on using evidence from research, practice and lived experience, to provide resources that improve policy and services, in order to achieve positive outcomes for people of all ages.
About NCB
For more than 60 years, the National Children’s Bureau has championed the rights and amplified the voice of children and young people in the UK. We interrogate policy and uncover evidence, blending in lived and learnt experience to shape future legislation and develop more effective ways of supporting children and families.
Bringing people and organisations together is fundamental to how we improve the systems that babies, children, young people and their families rely on to thrive. We push boundaries, even looking beyond childhood itself to consider transitions into adulthood and the impact of childhood issues on an entire lifespan. We are united for better childhoods and brighter futures.
The Benefits
- 30 Days Annual Leave
- Generous Pension Scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexible Working
- Winter Holiday Closure & Break
Employee Assistance Programme
Closing date: 8am, Friday 10th July 2026
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible .
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
We are actively seeking to broaden the diversity of our staff group and warmly welcome applications from candidates underrepresented in the charity sector, including those from Black and Global Majority communities, disabled people, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with lived experience of the issues NCB works on.
No agencies please.
Job Title: Director’s Assistant & HR Coordinator
Hours: 28 hours per week (4 days)
Salary Scale: £32,591 – £35,524 pro rata*
Duration: Permanent
Pension: 6% employer pension contribution
Holiday: 26 days plus bank holidays pro rata
Reports to: HR Manager
The appointment is subject to a satisfactory DBS check
We particularly encourage and welcome applications from people from backgrounds which are underrepresented in museums and galleries, including people from low-income backgrounds, people from Black, Asian and ethnically diverse backgrounds and disabled people.
*Appointments are made at the start of the salary scale, with annual pay progression based on satisfactory performance. In addition, the salary scale is reviewed annually in the light of cost of living and operational budgets.
About the Role
The South London Gallery is seeking an organised, proactive and personable Director’s Assistant & HR Coordinator to provide essential support to both the Director and the HR Manager.
This varied and rewarding role combines coordination and administrative assistance across the SLG’s people and culture function with crucial administrative and PA support for the Director. The postholder will play an important role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations, supporting staff and organisational processes, and contributing to a positive, inclusive and collaborative working environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in people management, arts administration, or organisational development.
The closing date for applications is Monday 29 June, 12pm. Applications received after that time cannot be considered.
An online information session about the role will take place on Thursday 18 June, 6pm. Further information is available on our website
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: HR Manager
Hours: 21 hours per week (3 days)
Salary Scale: £38,313 – £44,492 pro rata*
Duration: Permanent
Pension: 6% employer pension contribution
Holiday: 26 days plus bank holidays pro rata
Reports to: Deputy Director
The appointment is subject to a satisfactory DBS check
We particularly encourage and welcome applications from people from backgrounds which are underrepresented in museums and galleries, including people from low-income backgrounds, people from Black, Asian and ethnically diverse backgrounds and disabled people.
*Appointments are made at the start of the salary scale, with annual pay progression based on satisfactory performance. In addition, the salary scale is reviewed annually in the light of cost of living and operational budgets.
About the Role
The South London Gallery is seeking an experienced and values-driven HR Manager to lead and develop an inclusive, supportive and people-centred working culture across the organisation.
This pivotal role champions employee wellbeing and equity, diversity and inclusion, ensuring that our people policies, practices and culture reflect the SLG’s core values. Working closely with staff at all levels, the postholder will play a key role in fostering a culture in which everyone feels valued, supported and able to thrive.
The HR Manager is responsible for leading the SLG’s day-to-day People function and will work closely in collaboration with the Director’s Assistant & HR Coordinator to provide support for Line Managers and Senior Leaders across the team. In addition to strategic working, the postholder will lead on processes relating to recruitment, employee relations, training and development, reward strategy and employee engagement
The closing date for applications is Monday 29 June, 12pm. Applications received after that time cannot be considered.
An online information session about the role will take place on Thursday 18 June, 6pm. Further information is available on our website
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


