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Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of autistic young people? Do you have the skills, resilience, and creativity to inspire learners and support them through challenges? Ambitious College is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Lecturer to join our team and help our learners thrive.
Key Responsibilities
Building Strong Relationships
- Develop trusting, meaningful relationships with learners, recognising and responding to their individual needs and challenges
- Reflect on and adapt your practice to ensure every learner feels valued, understood, and supported
Facilitating Challenging Conversations
- Engage learners in difficult or sensitive conversations with empathy, clarity, and respect
- Maintain positive, professional relationships while ensuring learners' voices are heard and respected
Creating an Inclusive Community
- Champion positive mental health and emotional wellbeing across the college community
- Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment that promotes personal growth and mutual respect
Goal-Focused Learner Support
- Work collaboratively with learners to identify personal, social, and educational goals
- Develop individualised plans and provide consistent guidance to support progress and achievement
Staff Leadership and Management
Leading by Example
- Inspire and support staff to deliver high-quality, learner-centred support, particularly in relation to mental health needs
- Promote consistent practice and a shared commitment to positive outcomes for learners
Effective Team Management
- Oversee and guide staff to achieve the best possible outcomes for learners
- Foster a culture of collaboration, reflection, and continuous professional development
Organisation and Collaboration
Highly Organised Practice
- Manage individualised learner timetables with accuracy and attention to detail
- Ensure safeguarding, recording, and reporting responsibilities are completed promptly and to a high standard
Working in Partnership
- Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including OT, SaLT, and work experience providers
- Support smooth transitions and coordinated approaches to meeting learners' needs
Forward-Thinking and Flexible Approach
Adaptability
- Demonstrate flexibility in lesson planning, individualised targets, and learner timetables
- Regularly evaluate practice and adapt strategies to maximise learner engagement and progress
Innovative Practice
- Use creative and motivating approaches to engage learners
- Ensure learning opportunities align with learners' long-term goals and aspirations
Preparing Learners for Life After College
- Support learners to prepare for their next steps, including further education, employment, or returning to their local communities
At Ambitious College, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every learner is empowered to achieve their full potential. If you are a compassionate, innovative, and organised professional with a passion for working with autistic young people, we would love to hear from you.
Apply Now: Join us in shaping the future of our learners. Help them build strong relationships, overcome challenges, and achieve their dreams.
Closing Date: Wednesday 25 February 2026
Shortlisting date: Thursday 26 February 2026
Interview date: Wednesday 4 March 2026
Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.
Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
We stand with autistic children and young people, champion their rights and create opportunities.
At Ambitious about Autism, we're looking for a Finance Assistant to join our team on a 12 month MAT cover.
This is a critical role within the Financial Accounting function ensuring that processing is kept up to date and that accounting records are accurately input onto the finance system.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Setting up new suppliers on the finance system
- Managing the purchase ledger
- Entering invoices onto the finance system
- Training new staff on using the finance system
- Entering all expense claims and checking that receipts are attached
We are looking for someone who has:
- Proven financial accounting experience
- Proven experience in all areas of transactional accounting including the purchasing and sales ledgers
- A good level of numeracy and financial literacy
- Ability to work unsupervised to a high standard whilst effectively prioritising workload
In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.
Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
We stand with autistic children and young people, champion their rights and create opportunities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a Legacy & In Memory Fundraising Assistant to provide care and cultivation of In Memory donors, Legacy pledgers and enquirers by acting as first point of contact for these supporters and delivering ongoing one-to-one stewardship across various touchpoints including face to face, over the phone and via written correspondence.
You will support the Legacy & In Memory Fundraising Team to achieve its aims and objectives through undertaking key administrative tasks and assisting with the delivery of the team’s projects including marketing campaigns, supporter events and internal promotion of Legacy and In Memory messages to a range of audiences and stakeholders.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym membership and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources
- Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.
Diversity and inclusion:
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.
We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. If you would like to talk more about this, please contact us. Greyscale copies of the recruitment pack are also available on request.
More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Acceptable use of AI:
At Battersea, we value expertise. We recognise each candidate that applies to us will have a range of expertise they can offer us, so we want to hear about this in your own words. We understand the support that generative artificial intelligence (AI) software can offer but it can also lead to numerous applications presenting as generic and impersonal. This makes it difficult to gain understanding of your unique experience.
To best showcase yourself, we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI. If you require the use of AI software to aid in completing your application, we ask you use the generative responses as a prompt for writing your answers and avoid copying and pasting. You must also ensure the information presented in your application accurately reflects your experience.
Closing date: 22nd February 2026
All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
Interview Date(s): One round interview (in person) w/c 2nd March 2026
For full details on the role, please download the recruitment pack.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Team: Philanthropy & Partnerships
Location: Homebased with some travel for meetings & events
Work pattern: 21 hours per week over 3 days Monday to Friday, specific days can be discussed at interview
Salary: Up to £22,539.57 per annum (pro rata of £37,565.95)
Contract: Permanent
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our enthusiastic employees, volunteers, and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Senior Corporate Partnerships Development Officer:
- The successful candidate will lead the development of new, long-term corporate partnerships, supporting the implementation of the corporate partnerships fundraising plan and increasing sustainable net income for Cats Protection.
- The Senior Corporate Partnerships Development Officer will be pivotal in driving new income for the charity, working as one with teams across the charity to identify new opportunities for potential corporate funding support.
About the Corporate Partnerships team:
- We sit within the Marketing & Income Generation directorate.
- The corporate partnerships team is split between new business and account management, made up of driven, passionate and dynamic corporate fundraisers
- We currently have a team of one full time Senior Corporate Partnerships Development Officer and a Corporate Partnerships Development Manager, in addition to a Lead Corporate Partnerships Manager who oversees the entire corporate partnerships team
- You will be managed by the Corporate Partnerships Development Manager, and you will work alongside another Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer to achieve a joint team target
What we are looking for in our Senior Corporate Partnerships Development Officer:
- Significant corporate partnership fundraising experience generating new business
- Extensive experience of developing strong relationships with supporters/ clients/colleagues
- Experience of presenting business proposals in person and via conference call
- Experience of managing commercial participators agreements, negotiating updates and changes where necessary
- Excellent networking skills
- Familiar with the CIOF codes of practice relating to corporate partnership fundraising
What we can offer you:
- range of health benefits
- 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing.
- and much more, which you can learn about
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Application closing date: 24th February 2026
Virtual interview date: Week commencing 10th March 2026
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience does not align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
3. Final stage virtual interview
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
OneKind’s vision is a Scotland where every animal is freed from suffering.
OneKind has been at the forefront of advancing animal welfare since 1911, when our founders sought to end vivisection. The organisation was founded by sisters Netta and Elizabeth Ivory under the name of the Scottish Society for the Prevention of Vivisection. OneKind’s mission is to offer hope and empower a movement devoted to improving the lives of Scotland’s animals.
We channel our donors’ compassion so we can deliver research, advocacy and campaigns that lead to greater protection and respect for Scotland’s animals.
We bring about changes in legislation and regulation, helping Scotland lead the way in freeing animals from suffering.
The Head of Income and Engagement is a new post within the team, which is Edinburgh based. The team currently work remotely - ideally you will be based in the Central Belt of Scotland in order to meet with colleagues, partners, and attend events etc.
Job Overview:
- Reporting to the CEO the postholder is responsible for Onekind’s Charities fundraising income streams and communications.
- Success in this role relates to inspiring supporters, donors and volunteers, in order to develop strong and sustainable gift income streams to ensure Onekind achieves its charitable objectives.
- Keeping abreast of new trends and technologies and ensuring diversifications of fundraising activities to maintain a fruitful support networks of individual, legators, charitable, corporate and high net worth donors.
- As of 2025 - Income is generated via Regular Giving and Legacy Income - diversification is key for us moving forward.
*** OneKind recives no Government funding and limited Trust / Statutory Income ***
Key Accountabilities:
Organisational Strategy
- Develop a strong collaborative working relationship with the CEO, supporting with strategic decision-making and delivery.
- Support the CEO in the implementation of an Income and Engagment Strategy (working with the wider organisational strategy)
- Focus on donor recruitment, retention, stewardship and legacy fundraising (diversification is key)
Operations
· Fundraising and Marketing - Plan and deliver fundraising and marketing activities, including digital, to increase engagement and voluntary income. via individual donors, clubs, associations, corporate organisations, fundraising events, Trust and Foundations funders and through legacy giving.
· Financial Responsibility - Grow income by careful targeting of the fundraising budget toward cost effective activities such as running appeals, securing legacies and grants, and working with major donors.
· Reporting & analysis - To take the lead in research activity to monitor, evaluate, inform and improve external stakeholder and influencer engagement with OneKind to identify new opportunities.
· People - Work closely with the wider team to ensure income generation is embedded within our policy and campaigns work.
*** If you have a proven track record in a similar (Fundraising) role then we would love to hear from you.***
Please note: a passion for Animal / Pet Welfare is an aboslute must.
- OneKind is a Scottish Charity with the majority of activity based in the Central Belt.
- Travel Expenses for work related events etc will be reimbursed.
- Travel for a work commute and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed.
We are particulalry keen to hear from individuals with experience in; Legacy / Individual Giving / Major Gifts.
To discuss please contact Alan Surgeon at AWS (Trustee)
Please send: Cover Letter, CV, Avail for In Person Interview (Edinburgh)
Passion for cause and relevant experience must be highlighted.
Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a charity based in London to recruit for the Mass Participation Executive in order to take the lead on a growing portfolio of virtual fundraising events.
This role focuses on delivering engaging, month-long virtual challenges that inspire supporters to get active, connect with a cause, and fundraise, from walking challenges to themed activity campaigns. You’ll manage events end to end, from planning and budgeting through to marketing delivery, supporter stewardship and post campaign evaluation.
Working closely with the Mass Participation Manager and wider teams, you’ll also help develop and test new virtual event ideas, keeping a close eye on sector trends and opportunities to innovate and grow the programme.
If you’re highly organised, digitally savvy, and passionate about creating brilliant supporter experiences, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact.
About You:
- Experience coordinating fundraising events or campaigns
- Understanding of digital marketing channels for driving participation in challenge events
- Knowledge of effective supporter stewardship techniques
- Ability to use insight, data and trends to inform decisions
- Experience using a relationship database or CRM for fundraising activity
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)
- Knowledge of charity fundraising and data protection regulations
- Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
- A collaborative, proactive and positive approach, with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines
Desirable
- CIOF or CIM qualification
- Experience of virtual event fundraising
- Experience coordinating digital advertising campaigns and analysing results
- Experience using Facebook fundraising tools
- Budget management and scenario planning experience
Salary of £33,000- £35,000 per annum
Location: London, hybrid working, 2 day a week in the office
Contract type: permanent, full- time,
Closing date: On rolling basis
Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to
If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!
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.
Prospectus is recruiting for a Senior Trusts and Foundations Officer for a UK-based charity that provides free, confidential support to people who are grieving after the death of someone close to them.
This role is offered on a full-time permanent basis with a salary of £32,000 per annum. This is a remote role with occasional travel.
The Senior Trusts and Foundations Officer will be responsible for proactively securing and growing income from a large portfolio of charitable trusts and foundations, working collaboratively with funders and teams across the organisation to develop and submit compelling proposals. The postholder will ensure high quality applications focused on an agreed range of cases for support, funder reporting, and prospect research.
They are looking for someone with significant experience in successfully securing income from trusts and foundations including demonstrable experience of securing four and five figure grants. You will be experienced in managing a large portfolio of funders, with a high level of autonomy.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. 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 Ariha Semontee 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.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
LGBT Foundation is an impactful, vibrant charity with a wide portfolio of well-established services and rapidly developing new initiatives aimed at meeting the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and trans people. The Fundraising & Marketing Team at LGBT Foundation is a small yet collaborative group of professionals. They are dedicated to advancing the visibility and impact of the UK’s leading health and wellbeing charity. The team is responsible for implementing wide-ranging fundraising, communication, and marketing strategies. By leveraging various channels such as email marketing, the organisation’s website, video, social media, OOH advertising and traditional media, the team strives to support the national visibility, brand awareness, impact storytelling and income generation of the charity by attracting, engaging and stewarding a growing supporter base. LGBT Foundation’s Partnerships & Philanthropy Advisor will work with fundraising & marketing colleagues to deliver against strategic objectives and achieve in-year financial targets, significantly increasing income and support, specifically from corporates, individual giving (donations), legacies and fundraising events. In this role as a Partnerships & Philanthropy Advisor, corporate partnerships (attraction, engagement, and retention) will be a priority, ensuring members see the value in our offer.
You will also work with the Director of Fundraising & Marketing to shape four individual giving campaigns a year and two legacy awareness campaigns a year. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Marketing Manager to keep fundraising information on webpages and social channels active, ensuring regular promotion of charity challenges and shaping digital mobilisation efforts which will build the charity’s supporter base, attracting more new donors.
You will support regular reporting on performance towards financial targets, working closely with colleagues to reconcile income, ensure Salesforce records and reports are up-to-date and that integrations support automated data flows.
We are taking positive action to encourage applications from people of colour (PoC) and other racially minoritised communities, trans*, non-binary, and/or older people (aged 50+), to improve the representation of colleagues from these communities in our staff team.
*Trans is an umbrella & inclusive term used to describe people whose gender identity differs from that which they were assigned at birth; including non-binary people, and those who partially or incompletely identify with their sex assigned at birth.
We celebrate and empower our diverse communities to realise their full potential, every day.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About the role
At Compassion UK, we believe in the God-given potential of every child. As our new Social Media Officer, you’ll play a vital role in sharing powerful stories that inspire action and deepen connection with our mission to release children from poverty in Jesus’ name.
You’ll be part of a vibrant, faith-driven team that values collaboration, creativity and purpose. From crafting compelling content to capturing real-time moments at events, your work will help bring our message to life across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn and more.
Whether it’s amplifying the voices of our ambassadors, engaging with supporters, or responding to global moments with care and clarity, your voice will help shape how we show up in the world.
As our Social Media Officer, your work will be dynamic, creative and deeply meaningful. Here’s how you’ll make a difference:
- Champion our mission through digital storytelling: You’ll craft and share compelling content that brings Compassion’s mission to life, whether it’s a powerful testimony, a behind-the-scenes moment, or a real-time update from an event.
- Lead our social media presence with purpose: From Facebook to TikTok, you’ll manage and grow our platforms creatively and carefully, ensuring every post reflects our values and connects with hearts.
- Shape strategy and spark engagement: You’ll help shape our social media strategy, aligning it with our wider goals. You’ll also monitor performance, share insights, and adapt content to keep it fresh, relevant and impactful.
- Create content that moves people: You’ll produce short-form videos, graphics, and written posts that inspire action and deepen connection. You’ll also capture and edit real-time content at events and key moments.
- Collaborate across teams and with influencers: You’ll work closely with internal teams and external partners to amplify our message, support campaigns, and explore new ways to engage audiences.
- Respond with wisdom and grace: In moments of crisis or opportunity, you’ll help shape our voice by responding with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
What You’ll Bring:
✔A foundation of experience. You have at least two years of experience managing social media content and channels in a professional setting, ideally within a charity or organisational context.
✔A gift for communication. You write and speak with clarity, warmth and purpose. You know how to adapt your tone to different audiences and create content that connects deeply.
✔Creative storytelling skills. You’re confident in capturing and editing short-form videos, photos and graphics that bring stories to life and reflect the heart of our mission.
✔Confidence with creative tools. You’re familiar with tools like Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut or Premiere Pro and can use them to create engaging, on-brand content.
✔Strong organisational ability. You can manage multiple projects with care and attention and are comfortable working with agencies or freelancers to bring ideas to life.
✔A heart for learning and growth. You’re curious about how social media is evolving and enjoy exploring new ways to share stories and engage supporters.
✔Attention to detail and admin skills. You’re confident using Microsoft Office, managing budgets and reporting on performance with accuracy and insight.
✔A collaborative spirit. You enjoy working with others, bring a positive attitude to your team, and are ready to take initiative when needed.
✔Personally committed to the Christian faith. There’s an occupational requirement for the holder of this role to be a practising Christian, in order to promote Compassion’s ethos and help others to experience, explore and express the faith-based motivation of our work. You can read more about this in our Policy on Posts to be Held by Christians.
Location, hours, how to apply and more
- Location: Compassion House, Fleet, Hampshire (Office-based contract)
- Hours: 35 hours per week (Full-time)
Please submit your application as early as possible. Compassion UK reserves the right to close this vacancy early. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and an appointment may be made before the closing date.
Key Dates — Please Plan Ahead
- Application deadline: 22 February 2026
- 1st Round Interviews: 9 - 11 March 2026
Assessment Tasks
As part of our recruitment process, assessment tasks are required. Should you progress beyond the shortlisting stage, we will ask you to complete a task for the panel to assess.
We work in 29 countries partnering with 8,600 local churches within communities experiencing poverty.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The essentials …
- Permanent contract, full-time hours (Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm)
- £37,000 - £40,000 (based on experience)
- Hybrid working, typically two or three days per week in the office but may vary depending on workload. Some out of hours working may be required, with time in lieu offered.
This is an exciting role helping to bring one of our most successful innovations of recent years to the next level. You will take the lead on management of the Training Course programme from inception to completion, working within a friendly and dynamic events team. With help from our Training Course Committee and others you will secure a pipeline of repeat courses, lead the process of developing and commissioning new courses, work closely with convenors and trainers to bring courses to fruition, develop relationships with big customers and work with marketing colleagues to promote courses, organise the delivery of the courses and ensure customers are delighted with the outcome.
Who are we?
Founded in 1807, we are the oldest geological society in the world and a world-leading communicator of geoscience – through training, conferences, publishing, library and information services, education activities, and engaging the general public. We also provide impartial scientific information and evidence to support policy-making and public debate about the challenges facing humanity.
We have a membership of c. 12,000, more than 2,000 of whom are based outside the UK. Approximately 3,000 are Chartered Geologists or Chartered Scientists - professionals who have demonstrated a high level of technical competence in their field and a commitment to professional ethics.
Overview of Training Courses
In 2021, the Geological Society embarked on a journey by introducing its highly anticipated training courses, following a successful trial in 2020. Since then, these courses have become a cornerstone of knowledge dissemination within the geological community, covering a spectrum of topics, and have experienced a surge in participation. This widespread interest reflects the industry's recognition of the invaluable insights and skills that can be gained from these training programs taught by experts in the field.
Training courses have become a beacon of excellence within the geological community. Their success, marked by increasing participation and the positive impact on professional development, reaffirms the Society's dedication to advancing knowledge of geoscience and fostering a community of skilled and knowledgeable practitioners. They have also become an important part of our financial strategy; the continued growth of our training course income will help the Society continue to thrive.
Our training courses are mostly online and delivered by subject matter experts.
Key responsibilities and accountabilities
- Take overall responsibility within the Events Team for our Training Courses programme, from promotion to delivery, and achieving our net income targets.
- Develop effective working relationships with society stakeholders, events team, Training Course Committee, Professional Committee, Chartership Officer and wider teams at the society including Publishing House to maximise opportunities for courses.
- Lead on Training Course Committee meetings creating agendas and keeping members regularly informed.
- Report on key areas in the Professional Committee meeting.
- Successfully meet annual sales target for Training courses providing regular feedback on performance to Head of Events and Training Course Committee.
- Work closely with our Marketing Executive to prepare detailed marketing plans and high-quality campaign content for promoting courses to delegates.
- Total end to end management of course speakers, ensuring these relationships are nurtured and all documentation is processed promptly and accurately.
- Ensure that all courses are accessible and organised to Society standards.
Personal qualities
- Excellent interpersonal skills, and a commitment to collaborative working across the Society
- Self-motivated, proactive, with the confidence to act independently and with a flexible approach
- A commitment to personal development and learning
Leadership qualities
- Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines, prioritising work accordingly
- Positivity and enthusiasm
- Commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion, reflecting the Society’s obligations as an equal opportunities’ employer
ESSENTIAL
- Proven experience of managing multiple deadlines and delivering work and projects to schedule and budget.
- Experience of events and/or project management
- Budget experience
- Commercial awareness and an ability to identify and capitalise on opportunities
- High level of IT literacy
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent and demonstrable influencing, negotiating and relationship-building skills
- A willingness to embrace innovation and new ways of working
DESIRABLE
- Experience of adult education or training courses management
- Degree level education
- Familiarity with scientific and/or technical disciplines
- Proven ability to engage with complex subjects
- Experience of working for a learned or professional society (or other charitable organisation with trustees, committees and volunteers)
A bit about us …
The Geological Society is a registered charity and employs just circa 60 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, please click the 'Apply' button above to be taken through to our recruitment page.
As part of our inclusive recruitment initiative, we have introduced the concept of anonymous recruiting in order to evaluate applicants solely on their skills and experience. With this in mind, we encourage you to:
- Anonymise your application by stating only your initials in your CV (including your file name) and cover letter.
- State your initials only in the subject line when sending your application.
- Ensure that you have included your contact email and number, as well as dates when you will not be available or might have difficulty with the indicative timetable.
First round interviews will take place remotely. Please let us know if you will require any special provisions to be made should you be called for an interview. We regret that unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted.
- Deadline for applications: Monday 24 November 12 pm
- Interviews: Early December
- Job start date: As soon as possible
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
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To support Earth scientists, grow interest in the natural world, and connect science, the profession and society.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager on a full-time, permanent basis. As Finance Manager you will manage the charity’s financial operations, including but not limited to recordkeeping, payment processing, reporting, and systems oversight, ensuring transparency and compliance.
Please note, this role comes with remote working and occasional travel is required for team meetings throughout the year.
As Finance Manager, you will:
- Supervise and process day-to-day financial operations, including accurate recording, allocation, coding, reconciliations, and documentation of all transactions
- Work closely with the external bookkeeper and accountants to ensure accurate monthly reconciliations, support the preparation of VAT returns, and address any financial queries or discrepancies
- Produce regular management accounts on an accrual’s basis, supporting internal decision-making and providing financial interpretation to the Directors and other stakeholders as required
- Support the preparation of statutory accounts, working alongside external accountants and auditors
- Oversee payroll administration, ensuring accurate updates are made in coordination with external providers, and that statutory payments (e.g. to HMRC and pension providers) are tracked and full
The successful applicant will:
- Have demonstrable experience in finance within the charity sector (ideally international charities), in a similar role
- Be a fully qualified accountant (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent experience
- Have strong knowledge of UK charity financial regulations and reporting requirements
- Be proficient in accounting software (e.g. Beacon, Xero) and Excel
- Have experience with budget development and financial reporting (trusts, foundations, or institutional funders)
- 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.
The Charity for Civil Servants sits at the heart of the UK Civil Service. While we can’t always prevent the tricky, stressful, sad stuff from happening, when it does happen, we help current, former and retired civil servants get the best support.
We’re 140 years old in 2026 and we’ve got big ambitions to ensure we are there for those who need us for generations to come.
We are looking for an organised and personable Partnerships and High Value Coordinator to join our Community Fundraising Team. Focussed on maximising high value partnership opportunities, this is an exciting opportunity for a confident relationship-builder with a passion for purpose-led partnerships to join the Charity at a pivotal time.
Working closely with the Partnerships & High value Manager, you will support the coordination and management of high value giving opportunities, including corporate partnerships and grants. You will take a collaborative approach to growing our high value partnerships programme, delivering excellent account management and stewardship, nurturing meaningful relationships, deepening engagement and developing insight-led, impact-driven partnership propositions.
Creative, ambitious, self-motivated, driven to make a genuine impact, eager to further develop their fundraising skills – if this is you, then we would like to hear from you! Ideally, you’ll have experience in a partnerships or high net worth team within a charity too.
In return, we can offer you a supportive, inspiring and friendly team culture and excellent benefits including a health cash plan, excellent pension, generous annual leave and birthday leave, as well as high street discounts, Boundless membership, Headspace subscription, life assurance and a cycle to work scheme.
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter that states why you would be suitable for this role. The closing date for applications is 1 March 2026, 11:59pm. Please note that the vacancy may close early if we receive a good volume of suitable applications.
First interviews will take place on 10 March 2026. Please let us know in your covering letter if this date would be difficult for you. If you need any adjustments to enable you to perform to your best at interview, please let us know in your application.
The Charity for Civil Servants are committed to building and developing a workforce which reflects the diversity of the civil service community that we support. We seek to ensure all job applications are treated fairly, with respect and without bias and we encourage applications from suitably experienced candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, or any other factor.
Permanent | Full Time | Circa £30,000 + Excellent Benefits
Location: London
Make a Difference Every Day
For more than 100 years, the RAF Benevolent Fund has been supporting the RAF Family. We are a key partner in the Royal Air Force’s mission to look after its people during and after service, ensuring that this service is valued, recognised, and people are supported even when uniforms are eventually shed. We are a national charity with international reach, delivering emotional, financial and practical support wherever and whenever it is needed. Each year, our vital services and support continued to help those serving, families, veterans, and the bereaved, in 30 other countries and in 2024 more than 64,000 people benefitted from the charity’s work.
As an organisation, we encourage learning and development and there will be ample opportunity to learn more about the Royal Air Force, the broad impact of the Fund’s work as well as developing your own skillset.
Do you want to play a part in what we do?
People are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we:
- Provide personalised support to members of the RAF Family – listening carefully, offering guidance, and tailoring our services to individual circumstances so no one is left behind.
- Improve quality of life for serving and former RAF personnel and their families through life-changing financial assistance, housing support, and help with essential living costs.
- Increase independence by enabling members of the RAF Family to live life on their own terms, whether through mobility equipment or housing adaptations.
- Enhance wellbeing for those who serve and have served, and their families, through mental health and emotional support, youth programmes, and restorative respite and holiday breaks.
About the Role
We are seeking an individual to undertake the dual role of promoting the profile of the RAF Benevolent Funds welfare offer, whilst also carrying out welfare casework. This is a community-based position working from home but covering the South Wales region.
Post holders will be expected to undertake holistic assessment of need both remotely (over the telephone and online) and when required in person across their region. You will be expected to work with individuals who may have complex and sometimes challenging welfare needs, assisting them by identifying appropriate support from within both the RAF Benevolent Fund and the wider statutory and military charity sector, ensuring that support is made available to meet their need through the case working process.
The successful candidate will have experience of working in a social welfare role supporting individuals and will have strong people and relationship-building skills, as well as empathy with or understanding of issues affecting the Armed Forces community.
This is home based and the candidate must have their own vehicle for use of traveling around the region covered. Occasional travel to London will be required.
Additional Information
· Enhanced DBS Checked
· Must have the right to work in the UK.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit, including examples of how you meet the job profile.
Closing Date: Monday 23rd February 2026, 5:00pm
A copy of the Fund’s Candidate Privacy Notice can be found on our website. As an equal opportunities employer, the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. The Fund takes safeguarding seriously, and appropriate background checks will be completed. You can find out more about our commitment to safeguarding on our website.
The RAF Benevolent Fund follows Safer Recruitment practices as it strives to ensure that everyone who comes into contact with the Fund will be protected from harm. The successful candidate for this role will need to be Enhanced DBS checked and prove they have the right to work in the UK. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Fund.
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is a Registered Charity (No. 1081009).
Our vision is that everyone in our RAF Family – veterans, serving personnel and their families – gets support in their hour of need.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Job Title to play a pivotal role in our Service in location.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
This role is responsible for delivering person-centred support that promotes wellbeing, independence, and tenancy sustainment for service users with diverse and often complex needs. You will assess referrals, co-produce and review SMART support and risk management plans, and work in partnership with external agencies to ensure access to health, education, employment, and community resources. ?
?The role involves supporting independent living
skills, financial stability, and recovery while preventing relapse or hospitalisation. You will maintain accurate records, uphold organisational policies, and contribute to service monitoring and development. Acting as a positive representative of Hestia, you will build strong relationships with service users, colleagues, and key stakeholders.?
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
You will support service users to maximise their financial security and independence by addressing arrears, maintaining benefit claims, and enabling access to employment, training, and volunteering opportunities. You will ensure organisational strategies, values, and policies are embedded in all aspects of service delivery, while working closely with the local and Senior Management Team to contribute to service development and continuous improvement. You will positively represent the organisation internally and externally, building strong relationships with service users, colleagues, commissioners, and key partners. The role also requires maintaining accurate service user, financial, and service records using organisational systems, supporting monitoring and reporting requirements, and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk
, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.
Important Information for Candidates
If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.
We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
Director of Fundraising
We are seeking an experienced Director of Fundraising to lead income generation and build strong relationships with major donors and corporate partners.
Position: Director of Fundraising
Salary: £58,000 to £65,000 per annum, pro rata
Location: Burnt Oak, North London, with some hybrid working
Hours: Full time or 0.8 FTE
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Wednesday 4th March at noon
Interviews: First round 11th, 13th or 16th March. Final round in person w/c 23rd March
About the role
The Director of Fundraising role sits on the Senior Leadership Team and has responsibility for delivering a fundraising programme with a target of around £2m per year. You will lead the fundraising function and personally manage a portfolio of major donors and corporate partners.
Key responsibilities include
- Generating substantial income to meet annual fundraising targets
- Managing and stewarding major donors, high net worth individuals and corporate partners
- Supporting trusts and grants fundraising to deliver high quality funding bids
- Leading and developing the fundraising team, setting KPIs and income targets
- Developing and delivering a fundraising strategy aligned to the wider organisational strategy
- Preparing reports and presenting to the Board of Trustees and relevant committees
- Ensuring compliance with fundraising legislation and codes of practice
- Working with partner organisations and networks to share best practice
- Acting as a senior leader within the organisation and role modelling organisational values
About you
As Director of Fundraising You will be an experienced fundraising professional with a strong track record of securing significant income from major donors and partners. Essential experience includes:
- Experience of securing six figure donations from major donors or corporate partners
- A strong track record of meeting challenging fundraising targets
- Experience of managing donor pipelines and aligning supporter interests with organisational need
- Experience of working with Trustees or senior volunteers
- Line management experience and the ability to lead and motivate a team
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills
- A strategic and target driven approach to fundraising
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Experience of using a fundraising database or CRM system
About the organisation
The organisation provides open access youth services for young people aged 8 to 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs. It operates six days a week and offers a wide range of activities and targeted support. Fundraising is essential to cover the majority of its operating costs, and the charity is well established locally with strong community and philanthropic support.
The organisation is part of a wider national network, working collaboratively with partner organisations to increase funding and share best practice.
Other roles you may have experience of could include; Head of Fundraising, Head of Development, Fundraising Manager, Major Gifts Manager, Head of Corporate Partnerships, Philanthropy Lead, Fundraising Director, Development Director, etc.
If you are looking for a leadership position that requires creativity, that will enable you to flourish, be ambitious, operate both strategically and operationally, and drive success, then this is the position for you. #INDNFP