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Research Manager – Farming Wellbeing Gap
 
Location: Shaw House, 27 West Way, Oxford, OX2 0QH
Department: Business Development
Salary: £42,000
Hours: 35
Contract Type: Permanent
 
RABI is the farmers charity.
 
RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life.
 
At the heart of RABI’s mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive.
 
Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity’s professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI’s wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year.
 
RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve.
 
Purpose of Role:
 
To design, manage, and deliver RABI’s research programme into the Farming Wellbeing Gap, ensuring robust evidence underpins community pilots, policy influence, and long-term strategy.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of a 12 – 18-month research strategy aligned with RABI’s 5-year plan.
• Design and oversee participatory, community-based research activities.
• Commission and manage partnerships with academic institutions and external researchers.
• Analyse data, prepare reports, and share findings with stakeholders including policymakers.
• Ensure ethical, inclusive and safeguarding-led research practices.
• Line manage research officers/assistants and coordinate volunteer researchers.
• Represent RABI in research networks and at external events.

 
Person Specification:
 
Essential:

• Proven track record in research design and delivery (qualitative & quantitative).
• Experience of participatory/community-based research approaches.
• Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills – able to turn evidence into clear, actionable insights.
• Understanding of health and wellbeing challenges in rural or farming contexts (or transferable insight).
• Strong stakeholder engagement and project management skills.

 
Desirable:

• Experience in the charity/third sector.
• Familiarity with commissioning and collaborating with academic institutions.
• Knowledge of UK health policy, rural affairs, or farming communities.
• This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI.

 
Early applications are encouraged for this position as shortlisting and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a suitable application prior to the deadline.
 
Benefits

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (full time allowance).
• Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and then opportunity to join RABI’s group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%.
• Life assurance from day one.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Onsite parking.

 
RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications and abilities.
 
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Digital Producer

Full Time. Permanent. Hybrid working

This role can be based in any of our UK locations; Cardiff, Edinburgh, London, or Warrington. 

You will be required to attend the office for a minimum of 2 days per week with the option to work remotely for the remaining 3 days. 

Salary - £35,911 per year (plus London allowance if applicable)

1st round interviews scheduled for Tuesday 28th October. 2nd round interviews scheduled for Monday 3rd November. 

About the role

As a Digital Producer at Christian Aid, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality digital content that inspires action, builds supporter relationships and brings our mission to life. Working across the digital ecosystem, you’ll create and manage engaging content that drives traffic, deepens understanding and supports key organisational goals.

You’ll collaborate closely with colleagues in digital, media and communications to deliver a range of compelling and user-focused. Using performance data, you’ll continuously optimise our content to ensure it’s accessible, impactful and aligned with Christian Aid’s digital strategy.

With strong editorial skills and a good understanding of digital tools and platforms, you’ll help shape a seamless user journey—from discovery through to engagement and action. Whether you're sourcing visuals, improving SEO or making technical updates, your work will support the reach and relevance of our digital presence.

About you

You are an experienced digital content professional with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for creating accessible, user-centred content. You’re confident working on CMS platforms, and using SEO tools and analytics to plan, publish and refine content.

You understand the importance of digital journeys and how to make content that connects. From translating complex information into clear, engaging copy to improving performance through data insights, you bring creativity, analytical thinking and strong project management skills to everything you do.

You’re a team player who values collaboration, inclusivity and open communication. You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, meeting deadlines and contributing ideas that improve our digital work. With a commitment to Christian Aid’s values and voice, you know how to create content that builds trust and drives action.

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 and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too. 

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. 

For Salary details for this role, please refer to the Salary band by location.

Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager

Location: Shaw House, 27 West Way, Oxford, OX2 0QH
Department: Fundraising
Salary: £42,500 plus £2,500 car allowance
Hours: 35
Contract Type: Permanent

RABI is the farmers charity.

RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life.

At the heart of RABI’s mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive.

Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity’s professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI’s wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year.

RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

The Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager is responsible for leading and developing RABI’s philanthropy and partnerships donor base, focusing on building and nurturing relationships with major donors, trusts and foundations, corporate partners as well as legacy and in-memory supporters (larger funders).

This plays a pivotal role in shaping RABI’s fundraising strategy, identifying major funding opportunities and creating impactful engagement strategies to secure long-term financial support for the charity’s sustainability.

Relationship building is key to this position, communicating effectively with our donors by enhancing and strengthening relations through cultivation tactics and deepening relationships to ensure robust support from these influential stakeholders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive Philanthropy and Partnerships (P&P) fundraising strategy to drive RABI’s fundraising activities and support long-term sustainability. This includes overseeing the cultivation and stewardship of major donors, trusts and foundations, corporate partners as well as legacy and in-memory supporters (larger funders).
• Report on income and expenditure targets, ensuring targets are met and assisting with budget setting.
• Cultivate, solicit and steward relationships with larger funders, ensuring strong and sustained engagement.
• Develop tailored proposals and partnership packages aligned with potential partners’ priorities and interests.
• Manage, identify and build relationships with key corporate funders, negotiate and manage agreements, ensuring clear communication of expected deliverables.
• Oversee and manage all trust and foundation opportunities, identifying potential funders whilst monitoring and reporting on deliverables and outcomes ensuring timely delivery of all requirements, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Develop compelling, tailored proposals and partnership packages to align with the interests and priorities of potential partners, demonstrating impact.
• Plan and execute donor stewardship events and activities to enhance engagement and retention. Ensure that donor recognition and communications are carried out with precision, ensuring donors feel valued and informed.
• Manage, track and utilise CRM systems (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics) to maintain up-to-date donor data, track progress and provide concise and timely reports on fundraising activities and income and expenditure reports. Analyse donor trends and engagement metrics to optimise fundraising strategies.
• Ensure all fundraising activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including GDPR the CIOF Code of Fundraising Practice and RABI’s internal policies. Make certain the charity’s best practices are upheld in all donor interactions and fundraising activities.
• Responsibility for line management, providing guidance, support and performance feedback to ensure the development and success of team members.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including fundraising, communications, service delivery, business development and external affairs to identify project funding opportunities, share donor insights and collaborate and support the development of other fundraising initiatives.
• Take part and contribute to team meetings.
• Actively participate in the staff appraisal scheme and be committed to training and development in line with RABI’s aims and objectives.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

Essential

• Demonstrable experience in a senior fundraising role, with a proven track record in securing major funds from larger funders.
• Exceptional major donor management skills, with experience in donor stewardship, partnership development and engagement strategies that build long-term relationships.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of targeting, segmentation and response analysis.Persuasive written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop compelling applications, proposals and donor communications. Capable of tailoring messaging for different audiences and ensuring clarity, consistency and emotional impact.
• Experience of managing a fundraising team and assisting with recruitment and team development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and manage relationships at all levels, both internally and externally.
• A strategic outlook with the ability to identify fundraising opportunities and take the initiative to drive growth.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and CRM systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics). Familiarity with fundraising platforms and donor management systems.
• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise workload and meet deadlines. A creative and proactive approach to work, capable of juggling multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
• Thorough understanding of data protection, fundraising regulations and compliance practices, ensuring that all fundraising activities adhere to legal and best practice standards.
• Self-motivated and confident in working, both independently and in teams.
• Empathy with the goals and objectives of RABI.

Desirable

• A full UK driving license.
• Knowledge or interest in the agricultural sector.

BENEFITS:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holiday (based on full time working).
• Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and the opportunity to join RABI’s group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%.
• Life assurance from day one.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
• On site parking.

This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI. Full training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

Early applications are encouraged for this position as shortlisting and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a suitable application prior to the deadline.

RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications and abilities.

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The essentials …

• Permanent, full-time
• £29,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience)
• Hybrid working with weekly commuting to our London office

What you’ll be doing …

The post-holder will serve as social media manager, overseeing the Society’s social media accounts, and contributing to the maintenance and effectiveness of the Society’s other key digital communications channels such as our newsletter and website. They will support the Society’s Web Manager with content sourcing and webpage creation for the Geological Society’s website and newsletter, sent to around 11,000 subscribers.

Overall responsibilities / requirements …

The post-holder will be responsible for implementing the Society’s broader communications strategy, and work closely with colleagues across the organisation to develop communications outputs that further the Society’s mission and ensure communications content is current, coherent and comprehensive.

The Digital Communications Officer will be responsible for developing and delivering dynamic digital content to inform, engage, and motivate diverse audiences, helping to raise awareness of the Geological Society’s work. The role will ensure a consistent voice across social media, websites, and email communications to enhance visibility, strengthen member and stakeholder engagement.

Social Media

• Act as Social Media Manager – leading on oversight of the Society’s social media accounts (Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn) – with responsibility for implementing our social media strategy in line with the Society’s wider
• communications strategy.
• Leading on daily activity across social media platforms, identifying and proactively pursuing opportunities for storytelling and engagement.
• Managing quality and consistency of content created by the Society’s wider social media contributors' group.
• Ensure that the Society’s social media accounts confirm to visual branding and in-house style and train other users and contributors as required.

Website

• Support with the maintenance and development of our websites including sourcing, managing and formatting images, copy, videos, resources and links.
• Supporting stakeholders with website design and content management, prioritising UX and website performance.

Newsletters

• Manage contributions and edit material for the Society’s email newsletters.
• Track and report on newsletter performance

Campaigns and content creation

• Creation of engaging, accessible, innovative and inclusive digital content to promote The Geological Society activity such as social media campaigns, news posts, articles, case studies, infographics, images, videos and blogs.
• Filming, photographing, creating, and scheduling organic and paid digital media content to increase our reach and build influence on digital platforms.
• Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to communicate impactful, person-centred stories from across the geoscience community, including supporting the wider Society staff team and stakeholders with a variety of digital content projects.
• Source and manage images and produce graphics in accordance with Society branding and relevant permissions requirements for use across digital media.

General

• Staying up to date with the latest trends, innovations and practices in digital communications and website management.
• Utilise analytics to assess the effectiveness of digital communications efforts, making data-driven improvements, and horizon scanning for emerging digital innovations to enhance engagement.
• Maintaining The Geological Society's brand identity across our digital channels.

What we’re looking for …

Essential

• Proven experience of working with digital communications channels, including managing and sourcing of content for social media.
• Excellent time management and ability to work to deadlines, prioritising work accordingly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with high levels of attention to detail.
• Experience creating graphics, editing images, and with planning, delivering and tracking the impact of digital campaigns.

Desirable

• Geoscience background or experience working in science communication.
• Experience using analytics platforms to understand digital content performance e.g. GA4, Hotjar, Fathom, Hootsuite.
• Ability to work with both internal and external stakeholders of varying digital experience.
• A good understanding of copyright and permissions, specifically in relation to visual or digital media.
• Experience with Meta Business, Umbraco, Adestra, or Adobe Creative Suite or Affinity.
• Experience working with brand guidelines.

A bit about us …

The Geological Society is a registered charity and employs just over 50 staff at its offices in London and Bath. Our London office is situated in the beautiful London hotspot of Piccadilly in Burlington House, just next door to The Royal Academy.

As an employee conscious company, we invest in our staff by emphasising training, growth and progression in every role. We firmly believe in creating a positive workplace wellbeing culture and offer a range of benefits to our staff including:

• 25 days basic holiday entitlement you start, increasing up to 30 days with continued service (pro-rated for part-time staff)
• Option to purchase up to 2 days extra holiday days per year
• Contributary pension scheme with 10% employer contribution
• Access to 24/7 online GP with mental health & wellbeing counselling
• Free premium Headspace account for you and 2 members of friends/family
• Discounts and recognitions scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Season Ticket Loan scheme
• Life Assurance and Income Protection schemes
• Free access to Royal Academy exhibitions
• Free Geological Society Fellow membership for qualified staff

The Society is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that promotes equality, values diversity and maintains a harmonious inclusive environment in which the rights and dignity of all its members visitors and staff are respected. We are an equal opportunities employer and the post-holder will be expected to adhere to and support the Society’s commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion.

How to apply …

To apply for this position, click the 'Apply' button above to go through to our website, where you'll find full information on how to apply.

Manchester Mind believes in the power of listening and of being heard, because better understanding of mental health benefits everyone.

We are working to increase access to mental health support for care leavers. Working in collaboration with Manchester City Council, this role will be part of the Staying Close team, developing a service for young people age 16-25 who are stepping across from residential homes and/or released from custody, developing their pathway to independence. The service will offer a range of practical and emotional support.

Position:  Mental Health Practitioner (Leaving Care)

Salary: £32,271 p.a.

Hours: 35 hours per week until 31st July 2026

(extension possible dependent upon funding)

Base: Manchester Mind Children and Young People’s Service (CYP),

339 Stretford Road Hulme, Manchester M15 4ZY

Reporting to: Manchester Mind CYP Service Manager

 

The skills and knowledge that are important to us are:

· A relevant professional qualification in Social Work, Counselling, or Youth & Community Work (at graduate level).

· At least two years’ experience working with young people aged 16-25 in the care system and/or youth work. (ESSENTIAL)

· Experience in providing effective short-term and long-term support to young people who are under stress/have mental health difficulties.

· Ability to engage with young people individually using creative and imaginative methods and processes.

· Ability to work collaboratively and to create kind relationships with colleagues, partners, volunteers, staff and young people that lead to people feeling accepted, understood and able to contribute.

You can download the application documents from our website.

The closing date is 9am on Wednesday 22nd October and interviews will take place on Tuesday 4th November.

Manchester Mind is striving to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Manchester Mind sees it as a positive advantage if you have experience of mental health issues and/or have used mental health services, or had experience of volunteering.

Corporate Partnerships Manager

Salary: c. £39,000
Contract: 18 month FTC
Location: Hybrid, London (3–5 days a week, flexible working considered)

Coram is the UK’s oldest children’s charity, championing children’s rights and supporting thousands of young people every year. Their mission is to create better chances for children — and their Corporate Partnerships team plays a vital role in making this happen.
We are looking for a Corporate Partnerships Manager to take ownership of a six-figure strategic partnership with a high-profile corporate supporter. This is a chance to manage a complex, multi-stakeholder relationship and deliver tangible impact for children across the UK.

You will:

• Lead the day-to-day management of one major corporate partnership, ensuring excellent stewardship and delivery against agreed objectives
• Build and maintain strong relationships with multiple stakeholders, both internally and externally
• Support the Head of Corporate in developing and securing new business opportunities
• Work collaboratively across Coram to maximise opportunities for engagement, income generation and impact
• Use your experience with CRM systems (Raiser’s Edge or similar) to manage information and report effectively

About you:

• A track record of managing six-figure corporate partnerships or high-value accounts
• Skilled at balancing multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
• Confident, proactive and solutions-focused, with strong relationship-building skills
• Able to think strategically while also being hands-on in delivery
• Passionate about Coram’s mission and motivated by creating better outcomes for children

Flexibility:
This role is offered at around £39,000 on an 18 month fixed-term contract. Coram are open to flexible working: ideally three days a week (Monday, Wednesday and Friday), but could be spread across the week or increased to four or five days.

If you are looking for a role where you can have real ownership of a major partnership and make a tangible difference for children, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply:
Please get in touch with Freddy at TPP Recruitment to find out more or to submit your CV.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Join Us in Supporting Families – Be the Heart Behind Our Projects

Job Opportunity: Project Support Officer
Location: Farnham Office. Hybrid working, home and in-person office work and remote, offsite work
Employer: Home-Start Surrey
Hours: Part time, 10 hours a week
Salary: £15 - £16.50 per hour
Contract: 12 months fixed term contract, extension subject to funding

About Us

Home-Start Surrey is a growing, dynamic charity that works with families to give children the best possible start in life. We are now seeking a Project Support Officer to play a key role in supporting our work, with a particular focus on our Dad Matters project – an initiative helping dads build confidence, connection, and support in their parenting journey.

Dad Matters Surrey exists to support dads to have the best possible relationship with their families. We do this by providing 1:1 and group peer support, helping Dads make sense of parenthood, and providing or signposting Dads to mental health support and access to relevant services. Working closely with other professionals, we are able to better support dads in the first 1001 days of their parenting journey.

As Project Support Officer your key responsibilities will include:

• Provide day-to-day support for the Dad Matters Surrey project and other initiatives.
• Coordinate meetings and act as the main point of contact for project stakeholders.
• Take clear, accurate meeting notes and ensure actions are followed up.
• Support our communications and social media, helping us to engage families, volunteers, and partners.
• Contribute to marketing tasks, including producing promotional materials and content.
• Assist with researching funding opportunities and grants, supporting applications that help sustain and grow our services.
• Work closely with staff and volunteers to ensure smooth delivery of projects.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised with great attention to detail.
• A confident communicator – both written and verbal.
• Proactive and enthusiastic, with a willingness to take initiative.
• Skilled in using IT, social media platforms, and basic marketing tools.
• Passionate about making a difference for families and children in Surrey.
• Experience in the charity sector or fundraising would be an advantage, but not essential.

What We Offer

• Flexible working hours.
• A supportive, values-driven team culture.
• The chance to make a real, lasting impact on families in your community.
• Gain valuable experience in project support, communications, and fundraising within a respected local charity.

If you’re looking for a role where no two days are the same, and where your skills can help families thrive, we’d love to hear from you.

Deadline for applications: 5pm Friday 17th October
Interviews: Wednesday 29th October

Interested?

PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Home-Start Surrey is committed to equal opportunities and safeguarding children. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and references.

​No agencies please.

We are looking for a Trust and Foundations Manager to be responsible for delivering long-term growth of a Trust and Foundation portfolio. This is a hands-on role which will deliver five and six figure income outcomes from existing and new funders.

This is a hybrid role in the London office.

The Charity
A passionate and collaborative social welfare charity, dedicated to providing essential information and needed support to those seeking help.

You will be joining a highly respected organisation, known for its supportive and inclusive working culture, offering fantastic benefits including
- 25 days increasing by one day per year up to 30 days (plus 8 bank holidays in England, 10 in Scotland).
- 5% employee pension contribution and employer contribution of 7%. A lower contribution band is also available.
- Healthcare provided by Aviva.
- Enhanced pay and leave provisions above statutory levels for maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
as well as much more!....

The Role
Lead the planning process for the Trusts and Foundations Team, ensuring that the strategy supports and meets the goals of the wider organisations overall strategic plan.

Facilitate strong relationships with donors and prospects to maximise financial support.

Write and develop persuasive funding proposals which articulate the value, impact and importance of the charity,

The Candidate
Experience of Trust and Foundation fundraising with a proven track record of personally securing five and, ideally, six figure+ grants.

A strong track record and aptitude for high value acquisition.

Extensive experience working with non-fundraising colleagues to strengthen fundraising activity.

Previous Management of staff and/or volunteers.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

Head of HR and Operations – Female applicants only

Contract: Permanent, 4days/week (1-2days/week in the office, central London)

Salary: £50-55,000 (FTE)

Are you an experienced HR and Operations leader looking to make a real impact in a values-driven organisation? We are working with a highly respected not-for-profit who are seeking a Head of HR and Operations to lead their people, IT, and facilities functions at a time of growth and transformation.

The Role:

Reporting directly to the Executive Leadership Team, this is a pivotal role shaping the organisation’s future. You’ll lead HR strategy and practice, ensuring robust policies, processes, and people development across the organisation. Alongside this, you’ll oversee IT systems, cyber security, facilities management, and compliance — creating the infrastructure needed for the organisation to thrive.

Key responsibilities:

• Driving HR strategy, talent development, inclusion, and staff wellbeing.
• Leading on operational processes, including IT systems, cyber security, and data compliance.
• Overseeing facilities, health & safety, and office infrastructure.
• Providing strategic leadership as part of the Senior Leadership Team, supporting organisational growth and resilience.

About You:

• CIPD Level 5 (Chartered Membership desirable).
• Proven HR leadership experience, ideally within the not-for-profit or charity sector.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practice, and leading change initiatives.
• Awareness of IT, facilities, and health & safety management.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to inspire, collaborate, and influence.
• A genuine commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and values-based leadership.

The opportunity:

• A senior leadership role with real scope to shape strategy and culture.
• The chance to work in a purpose-led organisation with a strong mission and impact.
• Flexible and supportive working environment.

This is a unique opportunity to combine your HR expertise with operational leadership, supporting an organisation through a key stage of its journey.

Please note: This is a female-only role under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. Applicants.

BookTrust – Head of Fundraising

Location: Based in either Farringdon, London or Leeds offices. Hybrid working, with at least eight in person meeting days per month. S[SG1] ome UK travel to meet with prospects, donors and colleagues.

Salary: £75,000 per annum.
Contract: Permanent, full-time.

BookTrust, the charity that champions the power of reading, is seeking a Head of Fundraising in a new senior role to oversee the strategic development and management of their voluntary income, to help them deliver their goals to shape a national reading culture.

BookTrust is the UK’s largest children’s reading charity, reaching over 1.3 million children and families across England, Wales and Northern Ireland each year and delivering evidence-informed programmes that make a measurable difference to children’s reading behaviours. Their work is rooted in the belief that every child deserves the chance to enjoy reading and all the lifelong benefits it brings. In recent years, the charity’s work has focused on helping children from low-income and vulnerable family backgrounds to become regular readers.

The Head of Fundraising will be responsible for stewarding an existing portfolio of major statutory and voluntary funders, and managing BookTrust’s high value and individual giving portfolio. This includes trusts and foundations, statutory funders and corporate partners from the publishing sector and beyond, from Waterstones to Build-A-Bear. The post-holder will build on significant fundraising growth over the last three years, and will work to further grow and diversify fundraising income to meet the goals of the charity’s recently launched 2025-2030 strategic plan.

The successful candidate will be engaging, experienced and have a proven record across high value fundraising (with a preference for major donor/philanthropy, trusts and corporate partnerships), as well as having a good knowledge of Individual Giving.

They will have experience of operating at a senior leader level with a charity, with responsibility for liaising with, and reporting to, the SLT and the Board, and will be able to show demonstrable success in achieving personal and team income targets.  Commercially and politically astute, candidates will also be emotionally intelligent and natural collaborators, willing to work with others on bringing income generation ideas to life in an organisation with a diverse funding model including mixed models of trading and philanthropy.

This is an exciting opportunity to help secure the financial support needed to get even more children reading and fulfilling their potential in life, with strong backing from BookTrust’s leadership and a commitment to supporting the team to growth, thrive and achieve success together.

This role would be ideal for a senior leader who has managed a significant income stream or small multi-disciplinary team who is looking for a broader challenge and a chance to make real impact.

Please download our Candidate Pack for further information [PDF], which includes details on how to apply.

Closing date: Monday 13th October, 9.00 am. 

Job title: Immediate Support and Debrief Manager 

Reports to: Head of Bereavement Services

Location: Flexible - Mainly home working with regular travel to areas of service delivery, and regular travel to 2wish Head Office in South Wales.

Objective:

2wish exists to provide support to anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under.

Aims:

• Ensure every Emergency Department and Critical Care unit has a suitable bereavement suite
• Ensure that bereavement boxes are available at each of these hospitals
• Ensure that immediate bereavement support is available for all affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
• Provide a professional counselling service and other therapies for those affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
• Provide support to individuals who witness the sudden death of a child or young person
• Provide support and training to professionals from any sector who may be affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
• To advocate and campaign on behalf of suddenly bereaved families

2wish Cymru and 2wish:

2wish has been established since 2012 and has since grown from strength to strength. During this time, we have worked tirelessly to embed our service and ensure that the offer of support is made at the point of death.

We offer an immediate, consistent, high-quality and compassionate service to all individuals affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. We work in partnership with professionals who refer into the charity on behalf of families, so they don’t have to trawl through the internet for an organisation who may, or may not, be able to support. We provide immediate, and ongoing, support and are here for as long as our families need us.

We were founded as a Welsh organisation providing immediate casework support, as well as ongoing aftercare services including counselling, alternative therapies, play therapy, support groups, support events and a respite cottage. In January 2024, we expanded into ‘phase one’ England, namely Cheshire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire and Somerset. And in July 2025 we expanded into ‘phase two’ England, namely Merseyside, Devon and Cornwall, Wiltshire, Dorset, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

Context of role:

The Immediate Support and Debrief Manager will lead the development, coordination, and delivery of our specialist immediate support service for families, professionals and individuals affected by sudden bereavement. You will be responsible for ensuring that our services are trauma-informed, responsive and delivered to a consistently high standard supporting the complex and individual needs of those who have experienced profound loss.

This role will oversee the existing immediate support service delivered across Wales and the expansion phases across England. You will manage a team of fifteen individuals who are a mixture of full and part time roles. This is a unique and hugely rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of suddenly bereaved individuals across our communities.

You will work closely with the Children and Young People Service Manager and the Therapies Assessor and Service Manager to provide a holistic, joined up service to all who access our service.

Main duties:

• To manage the bereavement service including the operational delivery of immediate support and debriefs, ensuring the service is delivered consistently, responsively and to a high standard
• To oversee the database of 2wish Champions within hospitals and police forces across Wales and the two phases of England 
• Lead upon, develop and maintain safeguarding practices and procedures in line with national guidelines and attend the bi-monthly internal Safeguarding Committee meetings.
• To oversee the delivery and develop training delivered to professional partners
• Oversee and manage a database of stakeholder contacts and families ensuring that Data Protection legislation and GDPR guidelines are implemented and adhered to
• To work closely with the Head of Bereavement Services to ensure delivery and growth of services
• Attend bereavement forums and other relevant meetings as required by, or in place of, the Head of Bereavement Services
• To be able to provide outstanding immediate emotional support and advice to families and those we support as required

 Management:

• To lead, motivate and line manage the immediate support team responsible for delivering our immediate support and debrief service
• Manage a diverse team, organise regular team meetings and set realistic but challenging objectives to further the work of the charity
• To carry our monthly supervisions and bi-annual appraisals with the Immediate Support Coordinators
• To carry out monthly case reviews with the Immediate Support team 
• To produce weekly, monthly and quarterly reports to evidence activity and impact
• To develop and oversee a training programme for the team including mandatory and varied subject matter

 General:

• To be responsible for organising own work agenda, time management and administration
• To show respect and sensitivity for the cultural and religious beliefs of families
• To undertake learning opportunities and seek them out for the team
• To adhere to all company policies and procedures including Safeguarding, Confidentiality, Health and Safety and Lone Working; and to be proactive in implementing new safe working practices as appropriate
• To attend weekend and evening community events in support of the charity as necessary
• Participate as and when required in team meetings and one-to-one meetings, and undertake, as appropriate, courses/training/other developmental activities, which is relevant to the role
• Contribute on the social media platforms maintained by 2wish

It is the nature of the work that tasks and responsibilities are in may circumstances unpredictable and varied. All employees are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks, which are not specifically covered in their job description may have to be undertaken.

You will be subject to performance review, which will incorporate a review of the above duties and performance over the period.

This role is subject to a DBS check.

Salary: Starting salary of £32,000 per annum, with the opportunity for an increase through the annual appraisal structure.

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Normal office hours are 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday, although alternative hours may be worked with line manager agreement. Work outside office hours may sometimes be necessary and will be compensated for by time off in lieu.

Annual leave: 28 days plus bank holidays. Annual leave steadily increases after five years of service. Annual leave and statutory holidays are calculated on a pro rata basis where applicable.

Pension: 2wish operate a contributory pension scheme. 2wish will auto-enrol you into the scheme in accordance with it's auto-enrolment obligations. Full details of the scheme will be provided to you once you are enrolled, including the minimum level of contributions that you will be required to make during your membership (current contributions - employer 3% and employee 5%).

Mileage: A fixed rate allowance is payable for agreed mileage undertaken on 2wish business in a private vehicle, over and above your usual journey to your workplace/s.

Location: Flexible - Mainly home working with regular travel to areas of service delivery, and regular travel to 2wish Head Office in South Wales.

Additional benefits for our employees:

• An 'Employee Assistance Programme,' including wellbeing support
• Free parking on 2wish premises
• Free branded 2wish clothing
• An extra annual leave day on your birthday
• Incremental increase in holiday entitlement based on length of service
• Paid sick leave
• Discounts for personal purchases on 2wish Merchandise
• Discounted tickets to UK 2wish events for staff and family
• Extra holiday entitlement when taking part in 2wish overseas events
• Company mobile phone for performance of duties
• Tools/equipment required for the performance of duties
• Reimbursement of work expenses
• Bright Exchange employee discounts
• Auto-enrolment into company contributory pension scheme after 3 months service

How to apply:

Please return a CV and covering letter, or a CV and two-minute video, by email.

Closing date: Friday 17 October 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as soon as possible. Only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview. Interviews may take place prior to the advertised closing date.

We’re currently recruiting full time or part time Mental Health Practitioners to work directly with young people in our schools Mental Health Teams. For this post you need to have a mental health qualification and at least two years’ experience of working with young people. We are also looking for people with an open and flexible attitude; excellent engagement skills and a passion for working with children and young people around mental health.

Responsibilities include offering a flexible range of short-term and longer-term mental health interventions to primary and secondary aged children and young people including individual and group-based support; workshops; crisis support; mental health themed activities. The posts have scope and opportunity for developing new initiatives and ways of working to support young people’s mental health across South London.

All posts are based on-site (office/school) and may require flexibility to work across different service areas and interventions. Some evening and/or weekend work may be necessary to meet the needs of young people.

Carers First is a charity that works directly with, and for unpaid carers, providing personalised information, advice and tailored support making it easier for those caring for someone else to continue living their lives to the fullest.

We have a committed, dedicated staff team and you could be just the person we are looking for to join us to make that valuable difference in carer’s lives. We live and work through our values in all that we achieve by being positive, collaborative and ambitious and we have clear plans to scale our reach, support and impact for carers.

About this role

As a Caring Community Connector your responsibilities would include: -

1. Build relationships with local organisations, networks and professionals to raise awareness of unpaid carers.

1. Deliver training and awareness sessions to improve carer identification and confidence among community facing staff.

1. Support local partners to understand and use referral pathways to Carers First and other support.

1. Develop and test innovative approaches for embedding carer awareness in community and frontline services.

About you

To be successful in this role you will need -

• Community Engagement and Partnership Working

  • Proven experience of working in outreach, engagement, or partnership development roles, ideally within the voluntary, community, health or social care sectors.
  • Ability to develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and community organisations.
  • Experience of delivering presentations, training or awareness sessions to professional and public audiences.
  • Confident in representing organisational values in external forums, with the ability to influence and advocate effectively.

  Communication and Project Delivery

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and engage others in learning or behavioural change.
  • Excellent organisational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to agreed plans.
  • Experience of using databases or digital tools to record activity, monitor outputs, and contribute to reporting.
  • Comfortable working independently and taking initiative, while also contributing to team learning and shared outcomes.

  Knowledge and Values

  • Understanding of the needs and experiences of unpaid carers and/or people facing disadvantage in community or health settings.
  • Knowledge of safeguarding, data protection, and the importance of promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in community-facing work.
  • A creative and curious mindset, committed to innovation, continuous learning, and making a positive difference.

We are looking for passionate people who are committed to the overall aims and objectives of the Charity. Carers First is committed to providing a supportive, vibrant, diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Carers First Can Offer You

In return for your contribution, we have an amazing package of staff benefits including 26 days annual leave entitlement which increases with length of service, flexible working options, paid carers leave, access to our work-place pension, staff discount scheme, employee assistance programme and a Benenden Healthcare package. 

Whatever you are aiming to achieve in your career, we are here to encourage, help and support you grow, through our excellent training and development programmes.

How to apply

To apply for our exciting opportunity and make a real difference to the lives of carers, please download our Candidate Pack and click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to begin your application.

Applications can only be assessed if they clearly state how you meet each of the requirements in the Personal Specification.

Appointments are subject to Carers First receiving an appropriate disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service that we consider acceptable.

Interview Process:

• All successfully shortlisted candidates will be invited to a Microsoft teams interview. 
• Closing date for applications: 03 October 2025- we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.   
• Interview date: week commencing: to be confirmed 

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People – Corporate Partnerships Manager – New Business

Location: Options for role to be site-based (Buckinghamshire or East Yorkshire), hybrid or home-based contract with regular UK travel for meetings and pitches.

Salary: £55,000 per annum.
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours. 

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, whose mission is to see a time when no deaf person feels alone, is seeking a Corporate Partnerships Manager to identify, secure and shape new strategic corporate relationships that will help drive income and awareness at scale.

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People has been creating life-changing partnerships between hearing dogs and deaf recipients since 1982. As well as acting as an ear to their partners and alerting them to sounds, the charity’s clever and expertly trained dogs help deaf people to live life with confidence and independence, whilst providing love, companionship and emotional support.

Following on from a strategic review, the charity is now looking to build a new Income Generation Directorate, to enable them to transform many more lives across the UK. This role will be critical to help Hearing Dogs reach their goals to diversify income, expand their portfolio and build a robust, diverse pipeline of high-value corporate support.  

Reporting to the Head of Corporate Partnerships, this role will take a lead on identifying, cultivating and converting new corporate partners to support Hearing Dogs. The post-holder will be responsible for driving the development of tailored, high-impact proposals and pitches to engage relevant companies and secure strategic, multifaceted partnerships that align with the charity’s mission and plans for growth.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in building long-term successful corporate partnerships and a track record in securing multiple six-seven figure sums from partnerships and delivering against income targets.  You will have an entrepreneurial approach to your work alongside strong communication, interpersonal and communication skills. You will also have excellent networking and research abilities, with a methodical approach to pipeline development.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of Hearing Dogs for Deaf People with strategic partnerships that can drive impact, with the flexibility of working remotely or spending time at Hearing Dogs’ stunning bases in Buckinghamshire or Yorkshire, with friendly and passionate staff and their four-legged friends.

If you want to lead the pack and help deaf people live well with hearing loss Please download our Candidate Pack for further information [PDF], which includes details on how to apply.

Closing date: Monday 13th October, 9.00 am.