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We’re seeking a PPIE Manager to lead and strengthen patient involvement across mitochondrial disease research. As an equal partner in the LifeArc Centre for Rare Mitochondrial Diseases, The Lily Foundation leads the programme’s patient and public involvement strategy.
While the initial priority for this role is delivering the PPIE strategy for the LifeArc Centre, as a permanent member of the team, you’ll be responsible for building a sustainable involvement infrastructure that extends across all Lily Foundation research workstreams.
You’ll become a ‘patient expert’ who can bridge the gap between the patient community and the scientific world. You’ll be proactive in upskilling and empowering both patients and researchers, ensuring that lived experience remains the compass for future research.
Key responsibilities
- Lead LifeArc Centre delivery: Work closely with LifeArc leadership and researchers to embed meaningful patient involvement across research activities and work packages.
- Develop the IMPACT network: Grow and support our national patient involvement network, identifying opportunities for families to contribute to research design and documentation.
- Deliver training and capacity building: Develop and deliver training, guidance and workshops to upskill patients, families and researchers in effective PPIE practices.
- Translate and communicate research: Work with our Marketing Team to provide content for the promotion of research news and medical information through social platforms and web-based materials.
- Facilitate focus groups and webinars: Organise patient focus groups to develop a strong knowledge of community needs and lead our quarterly online ‘Zoom Room’ sessions.
- Evaluate and report impact: Measure and share the ‘real world’ impact of PPIE activity to demonstrate its value to LifeArc partners and funders.
- Shape future strategy: Support the development of the UK Mitochondrial Disease Research Institute, ensuring lived experience remains central to the future direction of mitochondrial research.
Person specification
We’re looking for someone who blends a professional background with a genuine heart for our cause.
Essential knowledge and skills
- Professional background: A background in science, nursing or research, with the proven ability to digest complex medical concepts and ‘translate’ them into accessible, jargon-free content.
- PPIE expertise: A deep understanding of Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement best practices and the different stages of the research cycle.
- Training and facilitation: Confidence in designing and delivering workshops or capacity-building activities for audiences ranging from families to senior researchers.
- Exceptional communication: Confidence in building relationships with families, senior academic leads and industry partners.
- Organisational drive: High levels of organisation and the ability to work independently to manage multiple priorities within a ‘small but mighty’ remote team.
Essential experience
- Direct engagement: Substantial experience working directly with patients, families or the public within a charity, research or healthcare setting.
- Delivering PPIE: A proven track record of delivering involvement activities that have influenced research or service design.
- Impact reporting: Experience in measuring and demonstrating the ‘real world’ value of patient engagement to stakeholders and funders.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest in this role and how your skills and experience meet the person specification to the email address listed on our website.
We reserve the right to close the application window early and advise candidates to apply in good time to avoid disappointment. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of mitochondrial disease or other rare conditions.
Closing date: Monday 11th May 2026
Interviews: W/c 18th May 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Manager.
Victim Support is an independent charity for people affected by crime in England and Wales. We work towards a world where people affected by crime or traumatic events get the support they need and respect they deserve.
This role is home based (within England and Wales) with some national travel and overnight stays.
Closing Date: Wednesday 20th May 2026
Interview date: Tuesday 26th May 2026.
What we offer
At Victim Support we believe in attracting and retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards and benefits package including:
- Flexible working options including hybrid working
- 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
- An extra day off your Birthday
- £2,800 London weighting (if applicable)
- Pension with 5% employer contribution
- Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments
- High street, retail, holiday, entertainment and leisure discounts
- Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary deducted finance
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
- Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career development and progression
About the role
The purpose of this role is to lead on the development and submission of tenders and proposals, working with a range of internal stakeholders and partners to translate organisational data into cohesive and compelling submissions that convey Victim Support's service offers and fully address commissioner and funder requirements.
To succeed in this role you will have a proven track record in leading business development through public sector contracts. You will be an excellent communicator and collaborator, as well as skilled in building sustainable partnerships that add value to services.
This role is home based (within England and Wales) with some national travel and overnight stays.
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
About Us
Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.
How to apply:
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We looking forward to hearing from you.
Closing Date: Wednesday 20th May 2026
Interview date: Tuesday 26th May 2026
The Director of Major Gifts is a frontline fundraiser responsible for driving philanthropic growth by managing a portfolio of high-impact donors. This role focuses on identifying, cultivating, and stewarding prospects capable of leadership annual, major, and planned gifts. As a key collaborator within the development team, the Director of Major Gifts aligns donor passions with institutional strategic initiatives to foster a vibrant culture of giving.
Summary of duties and responsibilities:
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Manage a targeted portfolio of 75-100 major gift prospects, developing bespoke "moves management" plans to transition prospects into committed donors
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Implement individualized strategies that align a prospect’s philanthropic goals with institutional needs, utilizing data and research to inform appropriate ask amounts
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Collaborate with the Director of Development and Giving Manager to draft compelling gift proposals, case statements, and donor-facing materials
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Partner with the Director of Development Services to execute creative cultivation plans and ensure all activities, meetings, and outcomes are documented in the CRM for team-wide transparency
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Support high-priority campaigns, special initiatives, and fundraising events. Attend school and Advancement-hosted events to build community presence
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Work alongside Development colleagues and volunteers to deliver high-touch stewardship and impactful gift reporting
Essential qualifications/experience:
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Substantive progressive frontline fundraising experience with a proven track record of securing six- and seven-figure gifts
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Building and developing effective relationships
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Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, highly organized and a problem-solver, positive and friendly, strong people management and interpersonal skills
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High emotional intelligence, attentive listening, and the ability to build credibility with major prospect stakeholders
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Willingness to travel internationally and attend events outside of School hours and on weekends
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A steadfast commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of children
Desirable qualifications/experience:
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Advanced degree preferred
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Knowledge proficiency in Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge
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Knowledge and understanding of American and/or international educational institutions
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Embraces continuous learning and collaborative problem-solving contributes creativity, initiative, and teamwork to a mission-aligned development culture
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Experience training or managing fundraising volunteers and committees
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Ability to manage multiple relationships and projects simultaneously
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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment and adjust to dynamic event schedules with ease
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Collaborative team colleague, proactive and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The National Flood Forum (NFF) is seeking a dynamic, motivated individual for the role of Flood Engagement Officer for West Midlands. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about working with communities, especially those at risk of flooding, to deliver community-based flood risk management solutions.
Key Details:
- Location: Home-based (West Midlands), with regular travel across the West Midlands including evening meetings and occasional overnight stays.
- Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
- Salary: £24,784.56 per annum rising to £27,840.90 travel expenses covered
- Contract: Permanent
- Benefits: 30 days annual leave including bank holidays, a day off for your birthday, auto-enrolment pension scheme, learning and development opportunities.
- Closing Date: Sunday 17th May 2026 (Midnight). Early application is encouraged as the position may close earlier if sufficient applications are received.
Role Overview:
The Flood Engagement Officer will support the West Midlands community engagement team, reporting to a Community Engagement Manager. Your primary responsibility will be to work closely with communities to support them in tackling flooding risks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Community Project Delivery: Lead and support the implementation of projects focused on flood risk management.
- Community Engagement: Engage and empower at-risk communities, ensuring they have the tools and information to co-create solutions to flood risks.
- Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relationships with key community stakeholders and partners.
- Data Management: Provide data to help evaluate and support engagement activities.
- Support the Senior Team: Assist in broader tasks and activities as required by the senior team.
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About You:
The ideal candidate will be:
- Empathetic: Understand the challenges faced by those at risk of flooding and help to work with communities and agencies to provide practical solutions.
- Organized and Flexible: Able to prioritize tasks and travel extensively across the region, including evenings and occasional overnight stays.
- Collaborative: A team player with a solution-focused mindset.
- Skilled in Engagement: Experience or an interest in community engagement and building relationships.
- Driving Licence: Full driving licence and access to a car are essential due to the travel requirements.
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You must also be a resident of the UK with the right to work in the UK.
About the National Flood Forum:
The NFF is a national charity founded by those affected by flooding, working to support and represent individuals and communities at risk. The organization focuses on empowering flood-affected communities to recover and improve flood resilience. The NFF encourages applications from individuals with lived experience of flooding, and from diverse backgrounds.
Application Process:
To apply, please submit the following:
- CV (maximum 2 pages) with your current address.
- Supporting Statement (maximum 1 page) demonstrating how your skills and experience align with the role.
- Please include details of how you heard about the position.
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This is a wonderful opportunity for those passionate about community engagement and flood risk management to make a tangible difference in people’s lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you someone who can build trusted relationships across sectors, develop sustainable income, and turn strategic opportunities into meaningful impact?
Are you looking for a part-time, senior role where you can shape organisational direction, grow partnerships, and deliver programmes with national and international reach?
The Design in Mental Health Network (DiMHN) is a UK-based charity dedicated to improving mental health outcomes through better design. We are seeking a strategic and entrepreneurial Head of Partnerships & Programmes to play a central role in our next phase of growth.
In this role, success will mean building high-value partnerships, growing sustainable income, and delivering programmes that expand DiMHN’s impact and influence.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will:
- Drive sustainable income through a mix of commercial partnerships, membership growth, and charitable funding
- Develop and lead strategic and commercial partnerships, from opportunity through to delivery
- Lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of programmes across our core areas of work
- Grow and engage a diverse membership across commercial and health sector stakeholders
- Embed strong monitoring, evaluation, and reporting to demonstrate impact and inform decision-making
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for a strategic, relationship-driven leader who can translate opportunity into impact, income, and influence.
Knowledge and experience
You will bring:
- A strong track record of developing and securing income through partnerships, sponsorship, membership, and/or charitable funding
- Experience building and managing commercial or strategic partnerships, including identifying opportunities and maintaining long-term relationships
- Experience designing and delivering programmes involving multiple stakeholders, sectors, and/or geographies
- The ability to develop robust business cases, including assessing opportunities, risks, and resource requirements
- Experience growing and engaging professional networks, memberships, or cross-sector communities
- Confidence working in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
Knowledge of the mental health, healthcare, design, or built environment sectors is welcome, but not essential.
Personal attributes
You will be:
- Strategic and entrepreneurial, able to spot and develop opportunities
- Collaborative and relationship-led, with the ability to build trust across diverse stakeholders
- Impact-focused, motivated by delivering measurable outcomes
- Adaptable and resilient, comfortable working in a growing and evolving organisation
- Passionate about improving mental health outcomes and interested in how design can improve people’s lives
WHAT YOU'LL GET IN RETURN
As part of the team, you will benefit from:
- Annual leave - 28 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
- Work from home – though in-person meetings with partners and members will be expected in order to build strong working relationships
- Flexible working - flexibility in how the 21 hours are worked across the week (to be agreed during offer discussions)
NEXT STEPS
Please see https://bit.ly/DIMHNPartnershipsProgrammes for our Candidate Pack, application instructions and details about the interview process.
The Design in Mental Health Network (DiMHN) is a charity dedicated to improving the design of mental health environments.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Overview
The Premier League Foundation is seeking to appoint an experienced Communications Manager to support the Head of Communications in delivering strategic, impactful communications that advance the charity’s work, ensure recognition for our funding partners, and raise awareness of the work of both the Foundation and the wider football club charity network.
The Communications Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day delivery of the communications action plan. This is an exciting, fast-paced and varied role within a small, committed team and will involve regular collaboration with communications leads across football club charities, as well as Policy, Communications, Editorial and Marketing colleagues from the Premier League.
We are looking for an individual with excellent interpersonal skills who can build effective relationships and work confidently with a diverse range of stakeholders. The preferred candidate will be able to adapt seamlessly between shaping and executing strategy, drafting compelling copy, and developing engaging success stories. Outstanding written, oral and digital communication skills, alongside strong attention to detail, are essential.
Requirements for the role
· Proven communications experience in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.
· Demonstrable experience in one or more of the following areas: strategic communications, public relations, digital communications, or internal communications.
· Experience working with multiple partners and managing competing priorities across a varied workload.
· Proven writing, editing, proofreading, publishing and report development skills.
· Excellent interpersonal, influencing and relationship management skills.
· Proven ability to work independently, exercising sound judgement and demonstrating strategic leadership without close supervision.
· A collaborative team player with excellent communication and organisation skills.
· Ability to communicate effectively with different audiences, including children and young people, across different formats, with written communication to an excellent standard.
· Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage complex stakeholder networks.
· Ability to work effectively under pressure, make informed decisions and solve problems proactively.
· A strong understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion, including best practice in inclusive communications.
· A commitment to safeguarding and an understanding of its importance within communications activity.
· High level of computer proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office. Experience with Pulse CMS (or a similar system) is desirable but not required.
· Willingness to travel within England and Wales as required.
· Satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Arnold House was founded in 1905 in St John’s Wood. It is an independent preparatory school located in London, NW8, for boys from 3 to 13, and a member of IAPS (Independent Association of Prep Schools). In our recent ISI inspection it was reported that pupils’ academic achievement and personal development are both excellent.
We are looking for a committed and experienced Senior Accountant to join our vibrant school community at Arnold House.
You will work principally at the Loudoun Road site, and report to the Director of Finance & Resources. This is a stand-alone role.
We are seeking a candidate with an accountancy qualification who has excellent attention to detail, an analytical mind with management accounting experience and a desire to work in an education setting.
The successful candidate is required to work throughout the calendar and academic year to support the school’s delivery of education.
The school has significant responsibilities to the Charity Commission and a yearly statutory audit. The Senior Accountant will support the Director of Finance & Resources in fulfilling these responsibilities.
We have recently introduced i-finance accountancy package, and experience of working with this would be beneficial.
Staff at Arnold House are paid according to the School’s own competitive salary scale, both in recognition of the higher cost of living in London and of the fact that staff ‘go the extra mile’ in a school such as ours. Staff are appraised regularly and are encouraged to reflect on and develop their practice.
In January we were awarded School Mental Health Gold Award by the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health in Schools. Our school is known for its family ethos and being a great place to work. We are committed to promoting and protecting the mental and physical health of all our staff.
Deadline for applications is 9am on Monday 11th May, although we may call interviews before the deadline.
Interviews: 14th May
Start date: September 2026 or as soon as possible
Arnold House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the school is permitted to ask applicants to declare all cautions and convictions.
Arnold House School will conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates. This check will be undertaken based on the requirements set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Interim Director of Finance and Operations
Initial up to 6 month fixed-term contract
Part Time 2-4 days per week, flexible
Hybrid, 1-2 days on site in Angel, London
£90, 000 Pro Rata
Our client champions young women aged 18 to 30 on low or no pay. They’re here to create a more equal world of work and raise young women’s incomes. They offer young women free coaching, feedback on job applications and information to help them get where they want to be. They bring together a network of thousands of young women to support each other, build their self-belief, and have their voices heard. They work with young women to campaign for equality in the workplace, and their research provides insight into what young women’s lives are really like, fuelling their campaigns for change.
This is a critical executive role, providing strategic financial and operational leadership as part of the Senior Leadership Team while they recruit for the permanent position. During this interim period, the postholder will bring stability and expertise to the Finance and Operations function, effectively manage the team, ensure robust financial leadership and systems, while driving forward key organisational projects, including the CRM/data programme.
Main responsibilities and key deliverables:
- Effectively lead and manage the Finance and Operations Team
- Provide strategic financial leadership including of the audit process, board reporting and, assisted by our outsourced investment advisors, oversight of the charity’s endowment and investments
- Establish good working relationships with key stakeholders across the organisation and externally
- Drive forward the timely delivery of the cross organisational data/CRM project, with external expert advice
About you:
- Fully qualified accountant (ICAEW/ ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CIPFA or equivalent) – essential
- Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to lead others to achieve required results.
- Excellent organisational and project management skills.
- Digitally confident, with advanced skills in MS Excel and finance and accounting software (experience with Xero desirable)
- Significant experience of leadership, management and development of staff.
How to Apply
Please submit an up-to-date CV via the Prospectus website using the link below, and indicate your preferred number of part-time working days within your application.
Candidates of all genders and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
If you wish to apply using an alternative format, please contact Prospectus.
Timeline
Application deadline: Sunday, 10 May Midnight
Interviews with the organisation: 15th May, in person
CVs will be assessed on a rolling basis and early application is encouraged.
Please note that candidates must be available for a start date in May/June 2026
Infrastructure & IT Service Desk Manager
Do you have experience of working in a technology management role?
We are looking for a Infrastructure & IT Service Desk Manager to lead and continually improve core technology services, ensuring reliable, secure, and user-focused IT across the organisation.
Position: SIT67 Infrastructure & IT Service Desk Manager
Location: Home Based, Nationwide, UK. However, occasional travel required, including for team meetings.
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary: Circa £45,100 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 17 May 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed
The Role
Reporting to the Associate Director of Technology, this role is responsible for ensuring the organisation’s infrastructure is fit for purpose and that the service desk delivers a responsive, high-quality service to users.
About You
We are looking for someone with experience of working in a technology management role with strong communication skills and the ability to work professionally with integrity across multiple teams.
The role will require:
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft technologies, including Office 365
- Good awareness of technology security and cyber threats
- Demonstrable significant experience with cloud platforms (Azure/AWS)
- Broad understanding of server and end-user environments
- Solid networking knowledge
- Experience managing service desks, processes, and user experience
Applications
As part of the process, you will be asked to submit your CV and a supporting statement as one document of no more than three pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. This will also be your opportunity to state any preferences for flexible options, as applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed. If you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme, please indicate this in your supporting statement, and in the main body of your email when applying for the role.
You will be able to view the role profile when you apply.
Finding strength through support
The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke.
They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life.
It’s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support.
The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they’re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity.
The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work.
A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we’re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you’re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs.
You may also have experience in areas such as Infrastructure Manager, Service Desk Manager, Technology Manager, Service Desk Triage Manager, First Line Support, Second Line Support, Third Line Support, IT Support Manager.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.
Salary: £35,668 – £39,005 pro rata
Hours: Part-time (21 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Home-based (with regular travel across Brentwood Diocese)
About the role
CAFOD is looking for a Community Participation Coordinator to grow engagement across the Catholic community in Brentwood Diocese.
You’ll inspire and support volunteers, build strong relationships with parishes and clergy, and increase participation in CAFOD’s work to tackle poverty and injustice.
Working as part of a regional team, you’ll help deliver plans that drive volunteer engagement, fundraising, and community action.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver participation plans across Brentwood Diocese
- Recruit, support, and retain volunteers
- Build relationships with clergy and key diocesan stakeholders
- Support fundraising, campaigns, and community engagement
- Monitor activity and adapt plans based on insights
About you
- Experience working with and managing volunteers
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills
- Organised, proactive, and able to work independently
- Comfortable using data to track and improve performance
- Committed to the value of volunteering and social justice
Additional information
- Home-based with significant travel (access to a car required)
- Some evening/weekend work (TOIL provided)
- Part of a flexible regional team (occasional wider travel)
The full job description is available on CAFOD's careers page
CAFOD is a welcoming, supportive workplace committed to a safe, inclusive culture where everyone is respected. CAFOD will make reasonable adjustments at every stage of the recruitment process to ensure candidates with disabilities or individual needs are fully supported.
Safeguarding for Children and Vulnerable Adults
CAFOD recognises the personal dignity and rights of children and vulnerable adults, towards whom it has a special responsibility and a duty of care and respect. CAFOD, and all its staff and volunteers, undertake to do all in our power to create a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults and to prevent their physical, sexual or emotional abuse. CAFOD is committed to acting at all times in the best interests of children and vulnerable adults, seeing these interests as paramount. Any candidate offered a job with CAFOD will be expected to adhere to CAFOD’s Safeguarding policy and sign CAFOD’s Code of Behaviour as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents. This post involves contact with children and young people and applicants will be subject to specific checks related to safeguarding issues. The post holder is required to present or obtain a Disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service).
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, and appropriate screening checks can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. CAFOD also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of, and consent to, these recruitment procedures.
CAFOD is the official Catholic aid agency for England and Wales tackling poverty and injustice across the world.
Associate Director
Do you have senior-level experience in advocacy/influencing; service delivery or community engagement and development?
We’re looking for an exceptional systems leader to drive the work across the East of England and ensure people affected by stroke have the support they need to rebuild their lives.
Position: S11367 Associate Director – East of England
Location: Home-based, East of England. However, travel and overnight stays within the UK will be required as part of this role.
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary: Circa £64,700 per annum (Inner London weighting £3,950 per annum or Outer London weighting £2,457per annum may be applied in accordance to where you live)
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 31 May 2026
First interview Date (online): 9 June 2026
Second interview Date and discussion with team (face to face, London): 17 June 2026
The Role
You’ll lead the Association’s work in East of England, focusing on what matters most to stroke survivors and ensuring this work has real, measurable impact. In this influential role, you’ll build strong relationships across health and social care, Local Government, and the wider stroke community. Influencing local policy and practice, and overseeing the effective delivery of high-quality stroke support.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Lead the Association’s strategic direction and impact in the East of England, ensuring people affected by stroke receive high quality support.
- Build and manage relationships with key health, social care and political stakeholders, acting as a credible and respected systems leader.
- Increase the reach and impact of the locality delivered services to ensure all new stroke survivors in the East of England receive the support they need.
- Lead and develop the East of England team, addressing capacity needs and building volunteer capability to meet local priorities.
- Strengthen partnerships across the stroke community to improve access to support and tackle health inequalities.
- Lead engagement in local policy and pathway development, influencing improvements at health board level.
About You
You’ll have:
- Senior-level experience in advocacy/influencing; service delivery or community engagement and development.
- Senior level experience influencing policy change, ideally in health and social care, at a regional or national level.
- Substantial experience of holding senior-level relationships with partner organisations, ideally in health and social care / the NHS using strong negotiation skills and political judgement.
- Proven experience of leading high performing teams and large geographically distributed teams of paid staff and volunteers, with a strong track record of growing and developing staff and teams.
- Inspiring leadership approach, balancing strategic and operational demands with sound judgement, and strong knowledge of influencing and systems leadership.
The East of England comprises of the areas within the NHS Integrated Care Boards of: Central East (Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes), Norfolk and Suffolk and NHS Essex.
This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role. To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
Applications
As part of the process you will be asked to submit your CV and a covering letter demonstrating how you meet the person specification set out in the Role Profile and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience.
Please state any preferences for flexible options in your application. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed.
You will be able to view the role profile when you apply.
Finding strength through support
The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke.
They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life.
It’s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support.
The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they’re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity.
The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work.
A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we’re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you’re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs.
You may also have experience in areas such as Advocacy, Influencing, Service Delivery, Community Engagement, Community Development, Policy, Health and Social Care, Health. #INDNFP
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.
Are you a passionate and creative communications expert with experience in the charity sector, excellent relationship-building abilities and a crafter of persuasive and powerful story telling that resonates with a variety of audiences? Can you deliver compelling communications and campaigns to help increase our income generation and raise our profile with potential supporters and champions? Do you want to be part of a dynamic, ambitious, joyful organisation? Then this could be the role for you!
We are going through an exciting growth phase at the Choir with No Name with new choirs launching and an ambitious strategy to increase our choirs across the UK from six to thirty by 2033. We are investing in our fundraising and comms function to grow our income in line with our bold strategy and delivery plans.
About us
The Choir with No Name (CWNN) has been building supportive choir communities involving people impacted by homelessness and marginalisation since 2008. We were founded on the premise that singing makes you feel good; it is a welcome respite from the challenges life throws at you, and helps build confidence, skills and genuine, long-lasting friendships.
“I’m so happy to have found CWNN. It’s made such a difference to me. I’ve broken a 25-year cycle with drugs and honestly, I don’t think I could have done it without the choir. I’m not existing anymore, I’m living, and that’s huge.”
- Richard, choir member
Your role
You will be responsible for the management, development and delivery of marketing and communications to support CWNN’s fundraising strategy. You’ll work alongside our Development Manager to create compelling fundraising campaigns, content and communications, growing engagement from individuals, companies, community fundraisers and potential funders while simultaneously raising our profile among stakeholders through strategic communications and marketing plans. This work includes:
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Work alongside our Development Manager to create and deliver impactful and innovative fundraising strategies including our public appeals, challenge events and local fundraising campaigns.
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Developing and implementing communications strategies to promote CWNN’s work, managing our social media platforms and external comms to ensure they reflect our strategic goals and values.
- Producing our supporter e-newsletter, with support from the Development team, to ensure CWNN’s key work, impact, news and campaigns are effectively promoted to our supporter base.
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Create engaging digital content for our website and social media including written copy, video and graphics, to drive engagement, increase awareness and generate income.
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Capturing and analysing key campaign engagement KPIs to inform future strategies and approaches to best engage existing and new audiences.
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Produce quarterly comms impact overview for senior management and trustee reports.
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Create marketing materials for external use, eg. corporate pitch documents, fundraising packs, gig programmes, flyers and posters using Canva.
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Co-creating case studies, supporting members to share their stories, their way, amplifying their voices and demonstrating the impact of our choirs to stakeholders.
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Co-lead our co-produced ‘Digital Storytellers’ programme with our Community Participation Manager, supporting members to manage their own local social media accounts, sharing their stories and raising awareness of their choirs to new audiences.
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Maintain, organise and populate CWNN’s media library and YouTube channel.
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Write and distribute press releases to both regional and national press and media, fielding media enquiries and building our media contacts.
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Oversight of the day to day content management and maintenance of the website
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Co-ordinate our internal communications programme and internal newsletter, working with senior leadership team.
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Carry out any other tasks that arise that are within the scope and purpose of the post as requested by your line manager
About you
Essential:
- You’ll have a proven track record in delivering successful, innovative and impactful charity communications content and strategies.
- You’ll have a good understanding of how fundraising and engagement campaigns can convert individuals into donors and advocates.
- You’ll have a creative eye and strong writing skills, with experience of bringing compelling stories to life across various platforms and media, to connect with a diverse range of supporters, funders and stakeholders.
- You’ll be able to multitask effectively, be highly organised with strong attention to detail.
- You’ll be proactive, self-motivated and can identify and act on opportunities as they arise.
- You’ll be reliable with an ability to work independently and have fantastic planning skills.
- You’ll have a deep understanding of how successful social media content and campaigns work, and always have an eye emerging digital trends and tech.
- You’ll be experienced in using design and web platforms (we use Canva, Squarespace, ClipChamp, Later) to create and deliver professional and impactful digital multi-media content.
- You’ll be committed to CWNN’s values of integrity, fun, family and inclusion.
Desirable:
- You’ll have a passion for, or experience of, working with people impacted by homelessness and marginalisation, and an understanding of the power of the arts to change people’s lives.
- A love for singing is optional!
We are an equal opportunity employer and firmly believe that each team member can provide a unique perspective and valuable contribution to the lives of the people we work with, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, ethnicity, religion or belief. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of homelessness. We follow an anonymous recruitment process. CVs will be requested at interview stage.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Freelance Product Manager
While we may collect background information as part of the application, we review initial responses on a blind basis. This means we assess each answer independently, without visibility of your CV. Please include enough detail in each response so we can fairly understand your experience and approach.The hiring panel will not know who the responses are from and how they relate to other questions at the initial sifting stage.
We’re only able to consider applicants who already have the right to work in the UK on a self-employed or contract basis.
Scope of Services
You’ll help shape and deliver AI-enabled, evidence-informed products that support teachers and improve learning for pupils across England.
Oak National Academy is looking for an experienced Freelance Product Manager to work with our product team on a contract basis, starting as soon as possible until the end of March 2027.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Turning product strategy into well-scoped initiatives, shaped by user needs and evidence
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Supporting the delivery of products using lean and agile ways of working
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Strengthening feedback loops between users, teams and our products so we can keep learning and improving
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Working with squads to prioritise activity and support delivery of impactful outcomes, aligned to shared goals (including OKRs and agreed timelines)
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Supporting the planning and delivery of product launches with colleagues across Oak
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Building a strong understanding of users and their needs to identify opportunities to improve the experience and impact of Oak’s products
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Helping to build understanding and confidence in Oak’s products across the organisation
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Collaborating in cross-functional squads with colleagues from across Oak, as needed
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Providing additional support to the Principal Product Manager where this is helpful and agreed
What We’re Looking For
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Experience working in lean and agile environments, with confidence navigating ambiguity
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A track record of defining initiatives and delivering impactful education technology products
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Experience working closely with engineering teams
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A strong technical understanding, with experience in software or web technologies
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An understanding of web accessibility standards and inclusive design
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The ability to work through complex problems and develop thoughtful, effective solutions
Next steps
You’ll be asked to answer a small number of questions, including some based on your previous experience.
After the application deadline, responses will go through our sifting process. All answers are anonymised and reviewed independently by a panel.
If you’re shortlisted, we’ll invite you to a remote interview via Zoom.
We’re seeing a high level of interest in our freelance opportunities, and may close this opportunity early. If you’re considering applying, we’d encourage you to submit your application as soon as you can.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Age UK is recruiting for a Shop Supervisor to join their fantastic team in Watford!
Age UK's shops are the face of the charity. On high streets up and down the country our retail teams deliver a great shopping experience to customers while generating much needed income for the charity, ensuring that we can provide services and support to older people who need it most.
If you want to help us to help others, this might be the job for you!
We are recruiting for a Shop Supervisor to join our wonderful team and deliver an excellent retail service, ensuring that every customer has a great shopping experience. As a valued member of the Age UK team, you will contribute towards maximising shop sales and profits as well as the successful day to day running of the shop, deputising for the Shop Manager and Assistant Manager in their absence.
The successful candidate will support with sales, stock rotation, organising displays, store tidying and much more, whilst representing Age UK in a professional manner and reflecting our core values.
Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.)
Please note this opportunity will require the successful candidate to work 14 hours across a 7-day working week, including Saturdays and Sundays on a rota basis.
To ensure the smooth running of our stores, we will be conducting interviews throughout the advertising process. Early applications are advised.
You will have:
- Experience in working in a customer facing role
- Experience of cash handling
- Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's
- The ability to work as part of an effective team.
- Be able to lone work when needed
- Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as commitment to equal opportunities
- A flexible approach to work with requirement to work additional days to cover holidays and sickness or participate in trading outside of normal shop hours e.g. shop events
What we offer in return:
- Competitive salary, 25 days annual leave (pro rata for our part-time colleagues) + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
- Wellbeing days - 2 paid days per year (pro rata for our part-time colleagues)
- Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan and EAP
- Car Benefit scheme, Cycle to Work scheme
- Home & Tech - apply to buy any Home & Tech items from 'Currys' & 'IKEA', up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free.
- Blue Light Card scheme
- You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.
Additional Information
To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff.
Supporting statements and anonymisation
Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview.
Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups.
Reasonable adjustments
Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you an administrator looking to make a difference to children and young people’s lives? If you’ve answered yes, please read on below to hear more about our exciting opportunity!
Anna Freud is seeking a People Operations Administrator to join our world-leading mental health charity for children, young people and their families. Our mission is to close the gap in wellbeing and mental health by advancing, translating, delivering, and sharing the best science and practice with everyone who impacts the lives of children, young people and their families. More information about Anna Freud is available on our website.
Our EDI commitment
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and being an equal opportunities employer, whereby equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are core to our recruitment practices. All candidates who meet the job criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of ethnic origin, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, socioeconomic background, caring responsibilities and care experience.
We ask candidates to share their diversity dimensions with us to help us identify, tackle and prevent bias across the employee lifecycle. We believe a diverse workforce enhances our ability to support mental health and wellbeing, allowing us to better meet the needs of the children, young people and families we serve.
As a Disability Confident employer, disabled candidates meeting our criteria are guaranteed an interview. Applications are submitted anonymously and assessed using a fair evaluation process based on the criteria set out in our job profiles.
What we offer
We offer a range of staff benefits, including an all-in-one rewards and recognition platform called Perkbox and wellbeing offers such as finishing early on Fridays and free counselling through our Employee Assistance Programme. We are proud to have staff-led Diversity Networks offering unique opportunities for learning, connection and impact.
Joining this role offers hands-on experience across the full employee lifecycle, building strong HR, payroll and systems expertise in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment. You’ll be part of a small, high-performing team that supports each other, tackles priorities together, and embraces innovation, using technology to improve how we work, all while keeping a genuine sense of humour.
What you’ll do
This is a varied and hands-on role at the heart of People Operations, supporting the full employee lifecycle while delivering a responsive, accurate and customer-focused HR service. As the People Operations Administrator, you will:
- be tasked with managing and responding to HR and recruitment inbox queries, triaging where needed.
- maintain accurate employee data and records within the HR system.
- support onboarding, compliance processes (e.g. DBS, visas) and lifecycle administration.
- prepare contracts, letters and documentation, and assist with payroll processes.
- contribute to internal communications (e.g. intranet, newsletter) and supporting team projects.
What you’ll bring
You’re a proactive, organised administrator with some HR experience, who enjoys keeping things running smoothly, supporting others, and being part of a collaborative team.
Essential requirements:
- Experience in a busy HR or administrative environment, handling queries, data and documentation.
- Solid understanding of the employee lifecycle and core HR processes.
- Confident using HR systems, Word and Excel, with strong attention to detail.
- Able to manage competing priorities and stay organised in a fast-paced setting.
- A collaborative, approachable style, with an interest in improving processes using digital tools.
Key details
Hours: full-time, 35 hours per week: usual working hours are Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00.
Salary: £28,977 per annum FTE, plus 6% contributory pension scheme.
Location: hybrid working (a mixture of onsite and home/remote working). Staff are working onsite for at least 20% of their working hours at our London office (4-8 Rodney Street, London N1 9JH).
Contract type: permanent.
Next steps
Closing date for applications: midday (12pm), Thursday 14 May 2026. Please note that due to high application volumes, we may close this advert early. We encourage you to apply promptly and to keep an eye on our future vacancies for more opportunities.
Notification of interview: shortlisted applicants will be notified no later than Friday 15 May 2026. During shortlisting, applicants are anonymously assessed using the criteria visible in the Job Profile. Please note: due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.
Interviews: will be held in-person or remotely from 11 May 2026 onwards.
How to apply: click on the 'apply now’ button to apply online. We are unable to accept CVs and kindly request no contact from agencies.
Questions?
Please email Recruitment with any job enquiries, or if you require assistance or experience difficulties when applying. Please note that successful candidate(s) will be asked to evidence their Right to Work in the UK post-job offer – we do not hold a sponsor license therefore we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship.
Our vision is a world where all children and young people are able to achieve their full potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.



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