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Sessional Youth Worker (Oasis Community Hub Hadley)

Hours: Flexible

Contract: Sessional

Hourly Rate: £13.98 per hour

Oasis Community Hub Hadley encompasses a variety of integrated and diverse community projects which together have a common aim to bring transformation to the whole person and the whole community. 

Oasis Community Hub Hadley is looking to recruit a Sessional Youth Worker to join the Oasis Youth & Community Team.

Our team offer a wide variety of Youth Work activities that promote the development of young people, including open access youth club sessions, holiday clubs, mentoring, sports activities as well as targeted support. Training will be given. 

Key responsibilities will include:

- Working as part of a team be responsible for supporting on activities for young people within a number of sites in which we operate, including Oasis Academy Enfield, Oasis Academy Hadley, Ponders End Youth Centre and Bell Lane Youth Centre as arranged. 

- Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all young people accessing our projects.

- Leading on activities that support the holistic development of young people.

You could be successful in this role if you: 

· Are committed and passionate about working with young people.

· Have enthusiasm and work positively and inclusively with others.

· Enjoy working within a team setting.

· Are available to work evenings and unsociable hours.

· We are particularly interested in individuals will skills or interests that they can bring to their work with young people, leading projects or activities where relevant.

This role is a challenging but very rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of some of the most vulnerable young members of society who are living in challenging circumstances. 

If you are interested in this position, please email a CV and covering letter detailing why you feel you are suitable for this role.If you require any assistance to overcome potential barriers to application, please let us know.

This is a rolling vacancy and if successful you will be invited in for an interview.

As this is a sessional position, we are unable to guarantee working hours.

 The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK.  Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas.

Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1163889

Prospectus is working with our client to recruit a Corporate Partnerships Manager. The organisation has a trusted presence in communities across the country, offering practical and emotional support to some of the most vulnerable people in society. Their mission is to offer hope, dignity, and opportunity for all.
 
The charity is seeking an experienced Corporate Partnerships Manager will identify potential new corporate partnerships and prepare pitches and approaches to bring in new relationships with companies for the organisation. The postholder will also account mange and steward both new and existing corporate relationships while proactively generating leads and maximise reactive enquiries.

The successful candidate will bring a proven track record of securing five figure partnerships with companies and delivering income targets, with excellent emotional intelligence and communication skills. You will have ideally built corporate partnership relationships with key stakeholders and worked within a collaborative fundraising environment to achieve team targets. 

We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Jessica Stoddart at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
     
At Prospectus, we’re committed to supporting you through every step of your application. To start, please send us your CV. If your experience is a good fit, we’ll share the full job description and arrange a call to brief you before you formally apply. We look forward to hearing from you.

Finance & CRM Manager (3-Month Contract) – Charity Sector

Location: Central London (Hybrid 2 days in office, 3 remote)** | Salary: £40,000 (pro rata)** | Full-time | Start: End of October

I am excited to be supporting a small, ambitious national charity improving lives and raising awareness of a common health condition. They’re seeking a capable and hands-on Finance & CRM Manager to join their friendly team on a three-month contract.

This is a varied role at the heart of the organisation — perfect for someone who enjoys autonomy and can hit the ground running. You’ll manage day-to-day finance operations, oversee the membership scheme, and ensure the supporter database runs smoothly.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage finance operations: ledgers, payment runs, reconciliations, VAT and Gift Aid.
• Oversee memberships and donor payments, ensuring excellent supporter service.
• Lead on CRM (ThankQ) management and reporting.
• Support website donation functionality and finance reporting.

About you:

• Strong experience in bookkeeping and financial management (Xero preferred).
• Confident using CRM systems, ideally ThankQ.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a small team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance all-rounder seeking a short-term, meaningful assignment in the charity sector.

If you have the above skills and experience and can start ASAP, please apply online today, I would love to have a conversation with you!

Morgan Law are delighted to be working exclusively with a leading global membership and awarding body to recruit their new People and Culture Manager.

Please note; this role offers predominantly remote working with the requirement to attend the central London office 2 days per month.

As People and Culture Manager, reporting to the Director of Finance & Corporate Services, you'll play a key role at the heart this dynamic, purpose-led organisation by taking ownership of the full employee lifecycle, driving meaningful people initiatives, and helping foster an inclusive, engaged, and high-performing organisation.

This is a values-driven organisation where people matter. As People and Culture Manager, you'll have the platform to make a genuine difference - shaping culture, policies, and processes in line with the organisation's mission. You'll be empowered to innovate, supported to grow, and encouraged to bring your full self to work.

This role will ideally suit a tech-savvy, process-driven HR professional who is excited about using tools to improve ways of working and who is seeking an opportunity to make their mark through a combination of HR operational excellence, technological enablement and strategic impact.

Responsibilities will include:

• HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle - Leading all aspects of day-to-day HR, from recruitment and onboarding to performance and offboarding
• Payroll & Benefits - Managing payroll processes and employee benefits with precision, liaising with external providers and ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Culture & Engagement - Bringing the people strategy to life through initiatives that champion diversity, inclusion, wellbeing, and staff engagement.
• Performance & Development - Maintaining frameworks for feedback and growth, supporting managers to bring the best out of their teams.
• Technology & Systems - Keeping HR systems running smoothly, reviewing and developing HR processes to improve efficiency and user experience - experience with BambooHR would be ideal.
• Compliance & Safeguarding - keeping up to date with employment law, HR policies, and best practices - and playing a key role in safeguarding responsibilities.
• Strategy & Insight - Contributing valuable insights from your HR work to help shape long-term people strategies and decisions.

To be considered you will require:

• Proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally as a standalone or lead HR professional in a small to medium sized setting
• Confidence to manage the full range of employee lifecycle activity independently
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Payroll administration experience
• CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent)
• Tech savvy and skilled in HR systems and data management, ideally with experience of implementing HR systems and working with external HR partners
• Experience in the charity, not-for-profit, or membership sectors
• Familiarity with safeguarding frameworks would be desirable

We are looking for an experienced Senior Communications and Media Officer to join a fantastic research institution for a 9 month contract. This is a varied role that combines media engagement, content creation, and strategic communications. The Senior Communications and Media officer will help raise the profile of our organisation, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and ensure our work is communicated clearly, consistently, and with impact.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and implement media and communications strategies to support organisational objectives.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with journalists, editors, and other media contacts.
• Secure proactive and reactive media coverage that informs, influences, and engages key audiences.
• Draft high-quality written materials, including press releases, blogs, articles, speeches, and digital content.
• Provide advice and support to spokespeople, ensuring effective media engagement and interview preparation.
• Oversee digital channels, including website updates and social media content, ensuring relevance and accessibility.
• Edit and refine communications outputs to maintain clarity, accuracy, and consistency in tone of voice.
• Monitor potential reputational risks and support senior colleagues with crisis communications.
• Work collaboratively across teams to ensure research, insights, and messaging are effectively communicated.

Key Specification

• Demonstrable experience in generating media coverage and building relationships with journalists.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt content for different audiences and formats.
• Proven ability to deliver communications strategies that achieve measurable impact.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong digital skills, including experience with social media management and website content systems.
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence at all levels.
• Flexible, proactive, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• An interest in policy, research, or social issues would be an advantage.

What’s on Offer:

• A 9-month contract role with a fantastic research institution
• Hybrid working 3 days a week in a London office
• £158-£177 per day + daily holiday pay

We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 72 working hours. Please note you must live and have the right to work in the UK as sponsorship cannot be offered.

Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner organisation are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

Assistant Accountant
Department: Finance and Services
Responsible to: Finance Manager
Location: South Kensington, London SW7
Working Pattern: 35 hours a week (2 days in the office)
Terms: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £34,000 - £36,000

The Society

The Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers) is the learned society and professional body for geography and geographers. It is also a charity and a membership organisation. The Society was founded in 1830 and has been one of the most active of the learned societies ever since. It was pivotal in establishing geography as a teaching and research discipline in British universities and continues to play a key role in geographical and environmental education.

The Society is a leading world centre for geographical learning – supporting education, teaching, research, professional practice and scientific expeditions, as well as promoting public understanding and enjoyment of geography and providing advice to policymakers.

The Society offers professional accreditation to members through Chartered Geographer status. The Society is based in a listed building in its own grounds in Kensington opposite Hyde Park, and operates nine regional branches in the UK and two overseas.

The Position

We are seeking a full time Assistant Accountant to support timely processing of financial transactions, accurate accounting, consistency of financial records, supporting the year-end close.

As the Assistant Accountant, you will become an integral part of our dedicated team, ensuring the smooth functioning of financial operations.

Duties and responsibilities

• Maintain and improve accounts receivable processes – review and issue of sales invoices, and debt recovery, and follow-up invoicing queries.
• Recording receipts – subscriptions, legacies, grants, gift aid and investment income.
• Manage and reconcile payments, including direct debits, credit card expenses, and PDQ receipts.
• Perform accurate cash and bank reconciliations and updates of bank and deposit balances.
• Reconciliation of receipts in the financial system and the CRM system.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, including prepayments, accruals, and other key ledger accounts.
• Assist with VAT returns, ensuring compliance with accurate coding and reporting.
• Support the Finance Manager with the month-end process, including posting month-end journals and assisting with the preparation of month-end reports.
• Assist with year-end processes, including preparing schedules and supporting documentation for auditors.
• Oversee and manage multiple shared finance mailboxes.
• Support internal stakeholders with finance queries.
• Undertake ad hoc general accounting tasks as required.

Salary and Benefits

This is a permanent, full-time post subject to successful completion of a probationary period of three months. The salary range for this post is £34,000-£36,000 per annum depending on experience and qualifications. The post is based in Kensington, London.

There are a range of benefits at the Society which include the following:

• 35-hour working week with core working hours between 10.00am and 4.00pm.
• Flexible working arrangements are available with a mix of office based and home working.
• 25 days annual leave per annum, pro rata, plus public bank holidays.
• Society closure between Christmas and New Year, in addition to the basic annual leave allowance.
• Pension scheme - 3% employee, 7.5% employer.
• Group Life Assurance at four-times basic annual salary.
• Corporate eye care vouchers.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free 24-hour Employee Assistance helpline with available counselling support.

Closing date: 5.00pm on 31 October 2025.
Interviews are planned to take place on 3 November 2025.

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.

The Society aims to be an equal opportunities employer.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The Society is unable to offer work visa sponsorships.

We thank, in advance, all candidates for applying and regret we are unable to write separately to those who are not selected for interview.

No agencies please.

Harris Hill is delighted to partner exclusively with Consumers International, the only global membership body for consumer organisations, to recruit their new Lead, Management Accountant on a permanent, part-time (2 days per week) basis. Consumers International unites over 200 member organisations in more than 100 countries. As the independent voice for consumers worldwide, it works with Members and partners to advocate for safer, fairer, and more sustainable markets, from energy to digital goods, from food systems to circular economy solutions.

The purpose of the role is focused on generating and developing monthly management accounts information and providing insight and direction to the Director General and Leadership Team. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance and Organisation Development, you will play a key role across the business in improving data capture and managing reporting across the team.

Please note, for this role you can be based remotely. Additionally, the salary on show is the FTE.

As Lead, Management Accountant, you will:

- Prepare monthly management accounts, including comparatives to budgets, trends and forecasts

- Compile Balance sheet reconciliations

- Prepare quarterly Project Income and Expenditure reports for Project Managers

- Prepare interim/final financial Project reports for submission to Funders

- Prepare quarterly VAT returns

- Provide accurate and timely financial information to support the organisational financial strategy and decision-making process

The successful applicant will:

- Have demonstrable experience in finance within the charity sector, in a similar role

- Be Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA or Part qualified on final stage

- Have a strong understanding of charity accounting principles, including SORP

- Have experience of managing financial ledgers, systems and processes

- Have strong IT skills, particularly in Excel, and the ability to manage large amounts of data

- Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

If this sounds like you and you're keen to hear more, please do get in touch ASAP!

Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a crucial role in the theatre’s new Stories Start Here campaign. building on our successful major donor fundraising programme. As the key relationship manager for a portfolio of some of our closest and passionate supporters, the Senior Major Gifts Manager makes a vital contribution to this growing income stream. By identifying, cultivating, soliciting and securing major gifts of £25,000 and more, and working collaboratively across the department with other fundraising teams, there is lots of scope to build on your existing fundraising experience to develop an engaged and generous portfolio of major donors.

The successful candidate will have the following: 

• Confident, curious, articulate and persuasive, both orally and in writing

• Experience in a fundraising capacity, with a successful track record of meeting targets and personally soliciting and securing 5-figure+ philanthropic gifts

• Evidence of relationship management to proactively develop a portfolio of prospects employing creative strategies to engage them

• Demonstrable prospect research skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the necessary listening, facilitation, negotiation, and diplomatic skills to represent the NT, and to achieve immediate credibility and influence with high net worth individuals, and internal and external stakeholders

If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you!

The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Friday 24th October 2025 at 12 noon

About us

ShareAction is an independent charity and an expert on responsible investment. We work to build a world where the financial system serves our planet and its people. We set ambitious standards for how financial institutions, through their investment decisions, can protect planet and people and campaign for this approach to become the norm. We convene shareholders to collectively push companies to tackle the climate crisis, protect nature, improve workers’ rights and shape healthier societies. In the UK and EU, we advocate for financial regulation that has society’s best interests at its core.

What you’ll do

Since 2019, we have been building a cross-cutting thematic programme using our investor accountability, corporate engagement and public policy toolkit to build a movement to harness the power of the investment system to address commercial determinants of health.

In 2022, we launched Long-term Investors in People’s Health (LIPH), a cross-cutting programme of work leveraging our toolkit of investor accountability, corporate engagement and policy advocacy. It is one of ShareAction’s largest programmes. Since the launch of LIPH, we have run high-profile campaigns to get large food manufacturers and retailers to improve their health disclosures and sell healthier products via our Healthy Markets Initiative (HMI); recently set up a Clean Air Initiative (CAI); mobilised investors to engage with corporates, the UK government, and standard-setting bodies on issues such as clean air and sick leave policies; and partnered with academics to grow the evidence base on the financial materiality of health. We have ambitious plans to take this work forward and are looking for a new Head of the team to help us do so.

In this role, you will:

• Oversee and contribute to the successful implementation of ShareAction’s strategy to tackle poor health via its LIPH programme, a cross-cutting programme of work leveraging our toolkit of investor accountability, corporate engagement and policy advocacy.
• Lead and motivate a team of 10 staff members and directly line manage at least three of them.
• Ensure adequate risk management and Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) processes are in place.
• Together with the Fundraising team and Co-Director of Corporate Engagement, be responsible for securing funding for the LIPH programme, including writing funding bids, supporting with relationship management, supporting the coordination of our Funders’ Governance Group, and helping produce update reports.
• Plan, manage and report on budget for the LIPH programme, delegating workstream and campaign budgets where there are appropriate leads.
• Develop and nurture strategic relationships with senior external stakeholders, including funders, journalists, investors, and civil society organisations.
• Act as one of ShareAction’s subject matter experts on commercial determinants of health, keeping your knowledge up to date with developments across academia, civil society, and public policy.
• Act as a media spokesperson for the team and represent it in internal and external forums.
• Work with peers at the “Head of” level to play a leadership role across ShareAction.

What you’ll bring to the team

Essential

• Passionate about harnessing the power of the financial system to address poor health across the commercial determinants of health.
• Excellent organisation and project management skills, with demonstrable experience leading ambitious programmes of work.
• Great team player with experience of building, managing and leading a high-performing team based on mutual trust, respect and inclusion and providing mentoring support to more junior members of staff.
• A strategic mindset.
• Comfortable with working autonomously, setting priorities, managing workload and driving delivery against objectives for yourself and your team.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to flex style according to your audience.
• Experience building relationships at a senior level with stakeholders across the private and public sectors, with the ability to understand a range of perspectives and to influence with respect and diplomacy.
• Either a strong professional knowledge and understanding of the commercial determinants of health and/or of responsible investment.

Desirable

• Substantial experience leading and/or feeding into an advocacy campaign.
• Previous experience securing philanthropic funding for programmes of work.
• Experience managing budgets.
• Experience speaking directly to the media and representing an organisational position.
• Proficiency with common office software, including Microsoft Office, Outlook, SharePoint, Cascade, and Salesforce.

If this role sounds like something that would build on your current skill set and engage you, we’d love to hear from you!

ShareAction is currently developing its strategy for the next five years, so it might be that we need to make a few tweaks to your list of responsibilities.

We have a formal hybrid working policy in place. As Head of the team, we expect that you will work from the office at least every Tuesday if you are based in London and at least two Tuesdays a month if you are based outside of London. The team holds its weekly meetings on Tuesday morning.

What we will do for you

We are a fast-paced organisation that has grown substantially over the past few years. We recognise that our people work hard to advocate for responsible investment and drive meaningful engagement with those who have the power to create a brighter future. Every day, they bring their expertise, passion and persistence to build a world where the financial system serves our people and planet. We want to ensure we provide an environment for our colleagues to thrive.

Currently, we are pleased to offer:

• A commitment to flexible working: over 60% of our employees have some sort of flexible working arrangement in place, well above the average for UK workplaces.
• Hybrid working: we are committed to supporting our staff to work in a way that suits their lifestyle and meets the requirements of their role.
• Internal promotion and development opportunities: we offer a range of ways to improve your skills and focus on what you love, including promotion, secondment, or sideways development opportunities. For some levels of roles, we also offer direct progression.
• A unionised work environment: our staff have the opportunity to join the union and are supported by our recognised union, Unite. We regularly consult and negotiate with our employees on workplace matters ranging from working conditions to pay.
• Regular in-person meetings, including all-staff away days, retreats and directorate strategy days to create connected teams.
• 8% non-contributory pension invested with NEST, who make a range of options available.
• A healthcare cash plan that gives you money back on your healthcare costs.
• An employee assistance programme: advice and support, lifestyle discounts and short-term counselling.
• 25 days’ annual leave plus office closure at the end of the year, ensuring everyone gets time to switch off together.
• Enhanced family leave pay: up to 18 weeks paid at 90% for either parent.
• Enhanced sick pay starting at 5 weeks’ full pay from day 1.
• Season ticket loan and a cycle-to-work scheme.

ShareAction values and respects all differences in people (seen and unseen) and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries. We are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities, and we are working hard to provide an environment where all can bring their authentic selves to work. We know that some people won’t apply for a role unless they meet all the requirements listed in the job description. If this is the case for you, but you think you would excel in this role, we want to hear from you!

For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: 9am on 20 October 2025.
First-round interviews: 28, 29 & 30 October 2025.
Second-round interviews: 10 & 11 November 2025. An informal meet with the team will follow.

To be considered for this post, you must be legally eligible to work in the UK; unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.

Finance and Tax Administrator
Location: London
Hybrid (35 hours/week): 2 days a week in the office for first three months of probation, 1 day/ week thereafter
Salary: £33000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent

About the Organisation

Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role sits within a respected UK-based educational charity

About the Role

This is a varied and hands-on role, combining international tax administration with core finance tasks. You'll manage tax returns across multiple jurisdictions, liaise with global partners, and ensure accurate financial reporting. You'll also play a key role in bank reconciliations, cash flow updates, and supporting accounts receivable functions.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and submit international tax returns across various countries
Maintain accurate records of tax liabilities and payments
Collaborate with internal teams and external tax partners
Allocate and post daily bank receipts
Complete monthly bank reconciliations
Raise sales invoices and support credit control
Assist with year-end audit schedules and ad hoc reporting

Experience Needed

5+ years' experience in finance and accounts
Experience using a CRM system and other finance systems.
Experience posting sales invoices and resolving payment queries.
Bank reconciliation and cash posting experience
Experience working with large volumes of data.
Credit control experience would be beneficial - chasing customers for payments.
Excellent Excel skills
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
A proactive, flexible, and collaborative approach

What you need to do now
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Shop Manager - Wimbledon

Permanent, 35 hours

Starting full-time salary £23,581.58 a year (£12.96 an hour).

Wimbledon shop - 84 The Broadway, London, SW19 1RH

Make a real difference to the lives of disabled people

Would you like to work at the heart of your local community? Are you able to inspire a shop team? Do you have retail experience and are looking for the next step in your career?

If you answered yes to these then we have the perfect opportunity for you.

The role

As Shop Manager of Scope's Wimbledon shop, you’ll have autonomy to run your shop using your creativity and flair to flourish in our retail environment. Our retail roles are full of variety, and every day is different! One day you might be generating and processing stock and designing an eye-catching window display. The next day you might be recruiting and training our wonderful volunteers. Every day there will be a different challenge that you’ll find extremely rewarding. You will have relevant experience in retail but a great attitude and willingness to learn is just as important.

For more information about the role’s responsibilities, and the skills and experience required please visit our website.

About you

As Shop Manager you’ll be passionate about retail and have a love of fashion with experience of running a shop, or you’ll be looking for a management role as the next step in your career.

To be successful in this role, you will:

· Be commercial

· Have a can-do attitude and always put the customer’s needs first.

· You’ll be a dedicated team player with a strong work ethic

· Have excellent accuracy and attention to detail.

· Be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.

Please make sure you explain in your application, with examples, how you can meet these important skills.

We ask you to show an appreciation of Scope’s values and our ambition of an equal future for disabled people.

About working in our shops

Our shops are the face of our retail brand, run by a dedicated, creative and passionate bunch of superstars. Focusing on sustainable fashion, engaging with local communities and leading our volunteers to deliver a great colleague and customer experience, we raise much needed funds to deliver an Equal Future for disabled people and their families.

Shop hours

It’s important for you to know that Scope Charity Shops are open every day. So some weekend and Bank Holiday cover is needed. Our full time hours are 35 hours a week, working five days out of seven. Weekly hours for part-time vacancies are on a seven-day rota.

Our values - pioneering, courageous, connected, open, fair

By living our values and trusting each other, we empower our colleagues to make decisions. By giving our colleagues freedom and space to spark creativity for innovation, we can push boundaries, change mindsets and be empowered to change the game with grit and determination and a sense of urgency.

Disabled candidates

We are a disability equality charity. We encourage applications from disabled people and people with impairments, conditions, and access needs. We want to create a workforce that is a true reflection of the communities we serve.

Scope will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the post. This is part of our commitment as a Disability Confident Leader. Just let us know in your application that you are applying under the Offer an Interview Scheme. This was previously known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.

Some applicants might need adjustments during the application process. If you require adjustments through your journey with us, please email us. You can find out more about interview adjustments on the Scope website.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At the heart of everything we do at Scope is Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.

We encourage people of colour and other underrepresented communities to apply and join Scope. We believe that this will bring new ideas and help us work better. We know that a variety of perspectives and viewpoints will greatly support the work we do and help us to reach all communities. 

We want everyone to feel like they belong. We value each person as an individual. We will treat everyone with dignity and respect and we want to recognise all parts of a person's identity.

We are a disability equality charity. So, we will build a culture that is accessible and inclusive first. We will aim for the same high standards in all our work. We will listen, learn and keep improving.

You can find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion on the Scope website.

Scope benefits

We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including:

· 35 days annual leave

· flexible working (where we can)

· company pension

· excellent training and career development

· strong colleague networks across disability, LGBTQ+, race equality, carers, women and young colleagues

· Wellbeing incentives like a discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, and much more

One in four of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We’re here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses.

Together we will be unstoppable.

Please note that successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Application closing date - 21/10/2025

Auditory Verbal UK (AVUK) is an award-winning charity that wants all deaf children to have the same opportunities in life as their hearing peers.

It supports deaf babies and children to learn to listen and speak with Auditory Verbal therapy and provides internationally accredited training in Auditory Verbal practice for health and education professionals.  AVUK works to raise expectations and outcomes for deaf children and increase access to, as well as awareness and understanding of, Auditory Verbal therapy, with a clear mission to enable every family with a deaf child the opportunity to access Auditory Verbal therapy through publicly funded services close to where they live.   

OVERVIEW

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to the CEO and Senior Management Team.  This is a unique opportunity for someone looking to build on their business administration experience and take the next step in their career.

In this pivotal role, you’ll be at the heart of our organisation, supporting day-to-day operations, contributing to strategic initiatives, and ensuring the smooth execution of both administrative and project-related tasks.  You’ll gain unparalleled access to all areas of the business, working closely with senior leaders and gaining exposure to corporate management policies, techniques, and decision-making processes.

This role offers:

• High-level autonomy and the chance to operate at board and senior management levels.
• Mentorship from the CEO, Director of Finance and Operations, and other senior leaders, providing insight into executive leadership and strategic planning.
• A dynamic, fast-paced environment where your critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills will be valued and developed.
• The opportunity to make a real impact while growing your professional capabilities and expanding your career horizons.

CONTRACT DETAILS

Location: Primarily remote with occasional working in London

Working Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week); compressed or part-time would be considered; flexible working fully supported; occasional evening work may be required

Contract Type: Fixed-term, 2 years

Salary: £35,000 per annum FTE depending on experience, plus benefits including 7% employer contribution to Group Pension Scheme

Holiday: 27 days (pro rata) plus Bank Holidays and 1 privilege day

Reporting To: CEO

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Executive Support

• Act as liaison between the CEO and internal and external stakeholders, drafting communications and ensuring clear, timely information flow; supporting scheduling of meetings and tracking of actions and, with support from the CRM Manager, ensuring key contacts and relationship data are accurately and securely maintained on the organisation’s central database.
• Coordinate meetings and agendas with the CEO, Director of Finance and Operations, Chair of the Board, and Board sub-committees; manage papers and follow-up actions.
• Organise external meetings, including venue liaison, room bookings, and travel arrangements.
• Provide administrative support to the Senior Management Team (SMT), including preparing reports, presentations, and other materials as required.
• Coordinate SMT and Programme Board meetings including compilation and circulation of agendas and supporting documents.
• Prepare regular status updates on project progress; maintain a record of agreed actions from meetings and liaise with team members to gather updates and ensure timely completion.
• Act as a point of contact between the Senior Management Team and working groups focused on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion and Well-being.

Board Support & Impact Reporting

• Support board-level processes by coordinating meeting logistics; prepare, compile and circulate materials including agendas, minutes, reports, and presentations;.
• Maintain accurate records of meetings including tracking and reporting on Board decisions and action items, ensuring timely follow-up and completion.
• Assist in developing and maintaining risk management and impact reporting frameworks and tools for the Trustee Board.
• Collect, analyse, and report on data related to AVUK’s strategic programme impact and outcomes.

Governance and Additional EA Support Duties

• Support the Director of Finance and Operations and Operations Manager to ensure AVUK’s legal obligations regarding governance, record-keeping and reporting requirements are maintained.
• Oversee office management and liaise with landlords at AVUK centres in London, Bicester, and flexible workspaces in Glasgow and Leeds.
• Manage special projects and initiatives as assigned by the CEO or Senior Management Team, including planning and execution.

These responsibilities are not exhaustive and will be reviewed, in consultation with the post-holder, from time-to-time and amended in light of the changing needs of the charity and experience and development of the post-holder.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential:

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant in a similar role, or in direct organisational management.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Demonstrable discretion and ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.

 Desirable:

• Familiarity with governance structures and impact reporting frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in project management and coordinating cross-functional initiatives.
• Proficiency in Salesforce or other CRM platforms, including data logging, relationship mapping, and report generation.
• Knowledge of Microsoft tools (e.g., SharePoint, Teams, Planner) to support effective information sharing and action tracking across teams.

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS

Anyone wishing to apply for this post should submit their CV along with a covering letter (max 2 pages) explaining what draws them to working for our charity and how they see their skills contributing to our work.  Applications received after 9:00am on Monday 20 October 2025, will not be considered.Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.Interviews will take place via MS Teams.

Key Dates

Closing date for applications:  Monday 20 October at 9:00am

Shortlisted candidates notified:  Via email on or before Wednesday 22 October

Interviews:  First Round: Tuesday 28 October, Second Round:  w/c Monday 03 November

We use a blind recruitment system to ensure fairness.  Personal details such as name, address, social media links, gender, ethnicity and educational institutions remain hidden until shortlisting is complete.

We believe that diversity brings strength to our organisation; we recognise and value the importance of lived experience and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to apply for this role.

Strictly no agencies.

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We’re looking for candidates who have proven experience of managing a team and an understanding of how STH programmes can benefit individuals and improve lives.  We need someone with horticultural knowledge and experience to plan the seasonal horticultural resources required for our programs and delivery spaces.

Based at Thrive’s London centre in Battersea Park. Some days will be spent at outreach centres within London, requiring some travel. The role will involve occasional travel to the Thrive Centres in Reading and Birmingham.

Appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. Thrive complies fully with the DBS Code of Practice. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an individual from working for Thrive.

For more information, please download the Information Pack. For an informal conversation about the role, please email recruitment in the first instance.

Age UK Lewisham and Southwark (AUKLS) is a local, independent, self-funded charity that exists to improve the lives of older people in Lewisham and Southwark. AUKLS enjoys an open and participative working environment. We work to our core values which include being fair and equal as a service provider, employer and partner. Teamwork, collective responsibility and delegated authority are central to this process. A key element of all roles is to develop and maintain the organisation’s working ethos and culture.

As part of the Happy Feet Team, you will work in partnership with community organisations, health and social care and statutory services to coordiante the delivery of a toenacil cutting service for people aged 50 and over,living in the London Boroughs of Lewisham and Southwark. The role will be based at our Stones End Day Centre. 

We are looking for a passionate person who enjoys a varied working day and is passionate about supporting older people to maintain their wellbeing and independence.

Employee Benefits:

• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time)
• Additional day's leave for Birthday
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme, including access to helpline for partners and dependents
• Flexi time scheme allowing the claiming back of additional hours worked (where appropriate to role)
• Other flexible working options, including working from home (where appropriate)
• Generous contractual sick pay scheme, allowing staff to recover without the worry of loss of income
• CycleScheme members – enabling employees to save 25-39% of the cost of a new bike & accessories whilst also spreading the cost
• TechScheme members – enabling employees to purchase tech through AUKLS and spread the cost from their salary

AUKLS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.