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The Organisation
GSG Impact is a global non-profit organisation working across 48 countries to help build impact economies - economic systems that mobilise capital to deliver long-term social, environmental and economic value. Through our network of National Partners, we work with governments, investors, businesses and civil society to strengthen impact ecosystems, mobilise domestic capital and develop practical solutions to global challenges including climate resilience and sustainable finance.
We have a small team of 21 staff working remotely across the globe and income in 2025 was £6.3m.
Position Summary
The Head of Finance is the lead finance professional at GSG Impact, and, with the support of the Chief Operating Officer, is responsible for leading all aspects of the charity's finances.
The Head of Finance will be the owner of the external audit relationship and be responsible for the production of the annual report and accounts, including all regulatory compliance associated with a UK based charitable entity. They will support the leadership’s preparation for, and presentations to both the charity’s Finance and Audit sub-committee and the main GSG Board.
The postholder will ensure that the charity’s budget and financial position are closely monitored and that established financial controls, spanning the procurement to payments cycle, are firmly adhered to.
They will lead on the annual budget setting process, including interim reforecasting, and financial reporting.
In addition, the postholder will provide budgetary support, business partnering and technical advice to non-finance staff, and build strong relationships across the organisation, particularly the Fundraising and Programme Support Teams, positioning GSG for continued success and financial sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
In addition to the day-to-day Leadership of the Finance Function and staff management the Key Areas of Responsibility are:
Regulatory Compliance & Audit
- Preparation of the Annual financial statements and Audited accounts for the charitable entity and trading subsidiary.
- Completion of regulatory returns as required by the Charities’ Commission.
- Co-ordination and filing of the quarterly VAT returns and annual Corporation Tax return
- Review of the VAT registration position for continued appropriateness
- Ensure gift aid is calculated and paid over from the trading subsidiary to the charity, as applicable
Management Accounting and Planning
- Leadership of the Annual organisational budget process, including multi-year financial plans and Scenario modelling
- Lead mid-year reforecast process for review and approval of the Board
- Production of Monthly – Quarterly summary management accounts with accompanying narrative to support analysis of significant variances and trends
- Oversee Budget vs actual reporting and analysis by department-function for circulation to nominated budget holders
Financial Accounting, Cash and Treasury Management
- Ownership of the month end financial accounting processes and adjustments
- Manage monthly payroll process with outsourced provider
- Oversee completion of monthly Balance sheet reconciliations including bank accounts
- Manage accounts payable processes to ensure timely fulfilment of obligations to suppliers and 3rd party payments
- Monitor domestic and foreign currency bank accounts and ensure optimal balances are maintained in the various currency accounts
- Prepare regular cash flow forecasts utilising updated income and expenditure information to monitor working capital needs in the short and medium term
Funds Management & Programme Support
- Work with Programme Support colleagues in the preparation of standard budgets for donor proposals, ensuring cost recovery is maximised in line with our Full Cost Recovery Model
- Maintain a staff cost allocation database to provide an overview of funding gaps to be addressed in future donor proposals
- Oversee the production of Donor, project, or grant expenditure financial reports to ensure we meet our donor reporting obligations
- Maintain a Restricted/Unrestricted fund summary analysis schedule to support fund balances reported in the Balance Sheet
- Liaise with finance colleagues within the National Partners on sub-granted funds
Governance & Board Support
- Main liaison with the Audit and Finance committee, co-ordinating quarterly meeting schedule, agenda and supporting reports and documentation
- Production of additional information as required for Trustee board finance packs
- Supply of financial data for KPIs and dashboards on a quarterly basis
- Periodic review of Reserves Policy to ensure appropriateness and update as required by the Board
Financial Systems, Controls & Risk Management
- Maintain and ensure effective application of organisation wide financial policies and procedures
- Preparation and analysis of data required to support Going concern assessments
- Review and update on areas of financial risk as identified in the Risk Register updates
- Support colleagues in due diligence and risk assessments for partners engaged through sub grants
- Lead on continuous improvements to financial processes to ensure finance systems support programme management and organisational growth
Qualifications
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with significant post qualification experience
- Experience of working with the UK Charity SORP and production of annual report and accounts
- Experience of managing a team and relationships with colleagues in a distributed global structure
- Experience managing a multi-donor funded organisational budget and grant budgets, including restricted and unrestricted funding, full cost recovery and financial reporting.
- Experience with multi-currency income & expenditure and management of the processes around sub-grants to overseas partners
Competencies and Behaviours
- Strategic leadership; the role involves supporting SLT and the Board in the alignment of financial resources to the organisational strategy, ensuring outcomes and objectives can be achieved through the provision of concise and decision useful financial information
- Stakeholder engagement; the Head of Finance must be comfortable working closely with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholder including SLT, Trustees within the Finance Committee, wider Board members, the Fundraising Team and National Partners.
- Communication; the post holder must have the ability to communicate potentially complex financial information to non-finance specialists.
- Collaborative and hands on approach, alignment with the goals and mission of the organisation with a global outlook and perspective
Benefits
- Flexible working – remote with occasional onsite meeting
- Salary competitive within the charity sector, based on experience.
- 25 days holiday per annum plus eight bank/public holidays
- Enrolment in NEST Pension Scheme (3% employer and 5% employee contribution)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Director of Operations
Gordon Moody
Location: Hybrid – regular presence across Redditch, Wolverhampton & Dudley, with national travel as required
Salary: £80,200 – £85,082
Gordon Moody is the UK’s leading charity supporting people experiencing the most severe gambling-related harms. Demand for our services continues to grow, and with our new 28‑bed Redditch treatment centre, expanded digital pathways and an evolving Model of Care, we are entering a pivotal and ambitious phase.
We are now seeking a Director of Operations who will play a central role in shaping the future of our services and ensuring we deliver high‑quality, person‑centred support across residential, community and digital pathways. This is a key executive role at the heart of the organisation, responsible for operational excellence, service performance, regulatory compliance and the delivery of NHS England KPIs.
Collaborative, values‑driven and motivated by purpose, you will work closely with the CEO, Clinical Director and wider Executive Team to ensure our services remain responsive, sustainable and aligned to the changing commissioning landscape. You will bring senior operational leadership experience from a regulated therapeutic, clinical or addiction‑related environment, with the ability to lead teams through change, integrate innovation and maintain the highest standards of care.
If you are inspired by the opportunity to make a profound difference and want your leadership to directly improve recovery outcomes for people affected by gambling harm, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Closing Date – 9am on Monday 27th July 2026
Middle School Science Teacher - Grade 7 (one-year)
Reports to: the Middle School Principal
Hours: full-time
Start date: August 2026
This role is a one-year fixed-term position to cover a leave of absence.
Overall purpose
The middle school science teacher is responsible for delivering a science curriculum to middle school students in an engaging, stimulating and effective manner, using varied instructional strategies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to promote inquiry-based learning, in which students work both collaboratively and independently to create new knowledge, share materials, problem-solve and discuss mathematical concepts through hands-on learning activities such as labs, fieldwork and whole class discussions.
Summary of duties
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Teach four sections of science and serve as a Grade 7 advisor, (each section of science meets for 80 min, four times per every eight days and advisory meets every day for 30 min)
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Prepare, coordinate and plan the curriculum with other members of the science department, and liaise with other departments where appropriate
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Exhibit knowledge of current trends, pedagogy, research, and topics of importance in science education by applying it in the classroom and sharing it with teachers on a departmental and school-wide basis
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Monitor and evaluate students’ progress, prepare for parent conferences, grade assessments and complete report cards, etc
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Take responsibility for the safety and well-being of all students, demonstrating strong knowledge of laboratory safety and explicitly teaching safe practices while delivering an engaging and challenging syllabus
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Organize and participate in field trips to facilitate active learning
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Participate in regular, purposeful science pedagogy meetings and in professional development sessions
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Participate actively in the life of the School, through attendance at events, committee membership and leadership of extracurricular activities
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Any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the Middle School Principal
Selection Criteria
Essential qualifications/experience:
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A bachelor’s degree in science or a relevant field
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Substantive experience teaching middle school science
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Experience and commitment to working collaboratively in a team-focused environment
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Experience with differentiating instruction to meet the learning needs of all students
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Training and experience in intercultural competency initiatives to support diversity, equity and inclusion in the classroom and workplace
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Strong oral and written communication skills
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Significant recent professional development germane to the position
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Commitment to and facility with integration of technology in the service of student learning
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A proven commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of children
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Demonstrated knowledge of safeguarding practices and experience supporting student welfare
Desirable qualifications/experience:
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Experience within a standards-based curriculum
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Experience/knowledge of integrated and/or thematic instruction
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Experience/knowledge of Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
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Experience in advisory, mentoring or delivering social-emotional learning curricula that support adolescent wellbeing
This position description is current at the date shown but following consultation may be changed to reflect or anticipate changes in the role that are commensurate with the job title and salary.
The American School in London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all trustees, employees and volunteers to share this commitment. All new appointments will be subject to appropriate checks: Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS enhanced), Disqualification by Association Self-Declaration, Declaration of Criminal Record, checks against the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA) Prohibition List (Teacher Status Checks) including Identity, Address, Date of Birth, a Full Employment History, Right to Work in the UK, overseas checks where applicable, at least 2 references (one with current or most recent employer, where appropriate) and original documentation of Qualifications (where appropriate). For positions into Senior Management a Prohibition from Management Check (s128 Directive) will also be undertaken.
All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed.
ASL is dedicated to fostering courageous global citizenship in a diverse and inclusive school environment. In our international community, we aspire for the cultures and backgrounds of our employees to mirror those of our families and student body, and we enthusiastically welcome applications from candidates who bring diverse life experiences, perspectives and skills. Educators with knowledge of global education and prospective applicants for any position who are committed to diversity and inclusion are particularly welcome to apply. The American School in London will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, maternity or parental status, or any other legally recognised protected basis under local law. Read our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion statement here.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Grade 8 English Teacher - one-year
Reporting to: the Middle School Principal
Hours: full time
Start date: August, 2026
This role is a one-year fixed-term position.
Overall purpose
The middle school English teacher is responsible for delivering an English curriculum in an engaging, stimulating and effective manner, using varied instructional strategies.
Summary of duties
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Teach four sections of Grade 8 English
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Serve as a Grade 8 advisor: build positive relationships with advisees and their families, deliver advisory curriculum, coach advisees with social, emotional, and academic topics, liaise with team teachers
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Plan, teach, and assess in close alignment with grade level teaching partner
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Collaborate with grade-level team teachers to support student well-being and academic progress, as well as the advisory curriculum and various team initiatives
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Coordinate curriculum with other members of the English department, and liaise with other departments where appropriate
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Exhibit knowledge of current trends, pedagogy, research, and topics of importance in English education by applying it in the classroom and sharing it with teachers on a departmental and school-wide basis
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Monitor and evaluate students’ progress, prepare for parent conferences, complete report cards, etc.
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Take responsibility for the safety and well-being of all students at all times
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Organize and participate in field trips to facilitate active learning, including bonding days and a week-long trip abroad in May
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Participate in regular, purposeful pedagogy meetings and in professional development sessions
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Participate actively in the life of the School, through attendance at events, committee membership and leadership of co-curricular activities
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Any other duties (including lunch and recess coverage) as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the Middle School Principal
Selection criteria
Essential qualifications/experience:
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A bachelor’s degree in English or a relevant discipline
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Substantive full-time teaching Middle School English
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Experience and commitment to working collaboratively in a team-focused environment
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Experience with differentiating instruction to meet the learning needs of all students
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Experience as an Advisor supporting the social and emotional needs of all students
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Training and experience in intercultural competency initiatives to support diversity, equity and inclusion in the classroom and workplace
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Strong oral and written communication skills
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Significant recent professional development germane to the position
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Commitment to and facility with integration of technology in the service of student learning
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Demonstrated knowledge of safeguarding practices and experience supporting student welfare
Desirable qualifications/experience:
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Experience within a standards-based curriculum
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Experience/knowledge of integrated and/or thematic instruction
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Experience in advisory, mentoring or delivering social-emotional learning curricula that support adolescent wellbeing
This position description is current at the date shown but following consultation may be changed to reflect or anticipate changes in the role that are commensurate with the job title and salary.
The American School in London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all trustees, employees and volunteers to share this commitment. All new appointments will be subject to appropriate checks: Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS enhanced), Disqualification by Association Self-Declaration, Declaration of Criminal Record, checks against the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA) Prohibition List (Teacher Status Checks) including Identity, Address, Date of Birth, a Full Employment History, Right to Work in the UK, overseas checks where applicable, at least 2 references (one with current or most recent employer, where appropriate) and original documentation of Qualifications (where appropriate). For positions into Senior Management a Prohibition from Management Check (s128 Directive) will also be undertaken.
All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed.
ASL is dedicated to fostering courageous global citizenship in a diverse and inclusive school environment. In our international community, we aspire for the cultures and backgrounds of our employees to mirror those of our families and student body, and we enthusiastically welcome applications from candidates who bring diverse life experiences, perspectives and skills. Educators with knowledge of global education and prospective applicants for any position who are committed to diversity and inclusion are particularly welcome to apply. The American School in London will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, maternity or parental status, or any other legally recognised protected basis under local law. Read our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion statement on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Lead a pioneering organisation transforming refugee lives through employment
Chief Executive
Salary: £95k–£99k (including London Weighting)
Location: London | Regular travel to Birmingham, Manchester and other parts of the UK; minimum 60% office-based, with a greater office presence expected initially.
This mission-driven charity supports refugees to build new lives through meaningful employment. Since 2015, it has helped thousands of individuals gain skills, confidence and access to work—unlocking financial independence, purpose and long-term opportunity.
With over 500,000 refugees now living in the UK and facing significant barriers to employment, the need for high-quality, targeted support has never been greater. The organisation works with individuals, employers and partners to create pathways into sustainable employment while driving systemic change across the sector.
We are now seeking an exceptional Chief Executive to lead the organisation into its next phase of impact.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a nationally recognised charity at a pivotal moment. With responsibility for strategy, operations, partnerships and fundraising, the CEO will work closely with the Board of Trustees and Senior Leadership Team to scale impact, deepen employer and funder relationships, and ensure the organisation continues to deliver high-quality, life-changing support.
As the public face of the charity, you will play a critical role in building influence, championing the power of employment to transform lives, and strengthening partnerships across business, philanthropy, government and civil society.
We are interested in hearing from leaders who bring:
- Significant experience as a Chief Executive, or as a senior leader within a large social impact organisation.
- Experience developing and implementing organisational strategy, including vision-setting and leading associated change management.
- Significant experience developing strategic partnerships with corporate funders and partner organisations to drive income growth and create employment opportunities for beneficiaries.
- The ability to motivate and inspire staff and volunteers at all levels to maximise their contribution to the organisation's mission.
- Outstanding communication skills, with the credibility to influence senior stakeholders and represent the organisation externally.
- A deep commitment to equity, inclusion and embedding lived experience in decision-making and organisational culture.
- Experience operating within charity governance frameworks and working effectively with Boards.
This is an opportunity to lead a talented and committed team, work alongside an ambitious Board, and make a profound difference to the lives of refugees across the UK.
To find out more about the role and how to apply, please view the appointment brief on Prospectus website.
Recruitment Timetable
Closing date: 9th August
Interviews with Prospectus: Week commencing 24th August
Interviews with Breaking Barriers: 11th September
The Royal Collection Trust cares for one of the largest and most important art collections in the world.
Held in trust by His Majesty The King for his successors and the nation, it operates without recourse to public funds, reinvesting income from visitors and commercial activity into conserving the Collection (comprising of more than a million objects), and extending public access across Royal residences and galleries in the UK and through loans and exhibitions worldwide.
As Head of Finance, you’ll lead the finance function, helping to deliver Royal Collection’s strategy by ensuring the highest standards of financial control, reporting and strategic support across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Leading the Royal Collection Trust finance team, you’ll oversee the delivery of a full range of financial and management accounting services.
- Supporting the Chief Finance Officer, you’ll play a key role in shaping and delivering financial strategy, overseeing the annual budgeting process and ensuring robust financial planning and forecasting.
- You’ll take ownership of the annual accounts process across both the charity and its trading subsidiary, managing relationships with auditors and ensuring compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Overseeing monthly management accounts and commercial reporting, you’ll ensure stakeholders have clear, accurate and timely insight to support decision-making across admissions, retail and wider operations.
- With responsibility for taxation, treasury and financial controls, you’ll ensure strong governance across VAT, corporation tax and cashflow management.
- Working closely with senior stakeholders across Royal Collection Trust and the wider Royal Household, you’ll provide strategic financial advice, building strong business partnering relationships.
- You’ll lead, motivate and develop your team, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and high performance.
And in all you do, you’ll help ensure that income generated supports the care, conservation and public enjoyment of an extraordinary national collection.
The role is principally based at Buckingham Palace, with occasional travel to other Royal Collection Trust locations, including Windsor and Edinburgh.
Essential Criteria
- A qualified accountant (CCAB), you bring strong technical expertise across financial reporting, audit and accounting standards, including FRS102 and the Charities SORP.
- With significant experience in financial leadership roles, you’re confident overseeing the budgeting cycle, forecasts and management reporting in a complex organisation.
- You’re an excellent communicator, able to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, translating complex financial information into clear, actionable insight.
- You’ll have a strong understanding of VAT and corporation tax, alongside experience in financial modelling, advanced excel skills and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Exposure to finance transformation or systems implementation projects would also be beneficial.
- Highly organised and adaptable, you’re comfortable managing competing priorities and working to tight deadlines within a dynamic environment.
- An experienced people leader, you’re skilled in developing teams, managing performance and building capability for the future.
Benefits
What we offer:
We know that to deliver our best work; we need to feel at our best. That’s why at the Royal Household we offer a generous benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and life priorities.
- Enjoy 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days pro rata (plus bank holidays) dependent on the length of time you have worked for us.
- Our excellent non-contributory pension plan (we’ll contribute 15% and you can contribute more if you wish) is highly valued by our employees, as is complimentary lunch on-site to keep you fuelled throughout the day.
- We also offer a range of leave options to support your life priorities, such as parental pay and leave and volunteering days, as well as benefits to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
- Other perks include 20% off at our Royal Collection Trust Shops and complimentary admission tickets across all our locations, along with many more exclusive employee discounts.
It's your everyday, made exceptional.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Chief Executive - King George and Queen's Hospitals Charity (KGQHC)
Location: Hybrid, with strong on-site presence
Salary: £80,000 - £100,000
Type: Full-time
About King George and Queen's Hospitals Charity
King George and Queen's Hospitals Charity plays a vital role in supporting patients, staff and communities across Barking & Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge. The charity funds projects that go beyond NHS provision - investing in equipment, innovation, environments, research and staff wellbeing to enhance patient care and experience.
Now operating as an independent organisation, the charity is entering a pivotal phase - with the opportunity to build on strong foundations, deepen community connections and significantly expand its impact. This is an opportunity to shape a growing NHS charity at a defining moment in its journey - building a confident, sustainable organisation that will improve health outcomes and experiences for thousands of people every year.
What You Can Look Forward To
As Chief Executive, you will lead the charity through its next phase of development - balancing immediate delivery with long-term strategic ambition.
You will:
- Shape Strategy and Build for the Future
- Strengthen Fundraising and Income Generation
- Lead and Develop a High-Performing Team
- Enhance Grant-Making and Impact
- Build Trusted Partnerships and Profile
- Strengthen Governance and Operations
Why This Role Matters
- Your work will have a direct and visible impact on patient care and community health
- You will build an organisation that is values-led, inclusive and sustainable
- You will operate at the heart of a complex and rewarding NHS environment
- Your leadership will leave a lasting legacy across local communities and healthcare services
About You
We are looking for a values-driven leader who combines strategic vision with a hands-on, practical approach.
Skills and Experience
- Significant senior leadership experience (CEO, Director or equivalent) in a charity, public service or similarly complex environment
- A track record of leading organisations through growth, transition or transformation
- Strong understanding of fundraising and income generation strategy
- Experience of working with Boards and governance structures
- Credibility in stakeholder management and external representation
- Financial and operational acumen, with the ability to build effective systems and infrastructure
Personal Attributes
- Strategic, thoughtful and future-focused
- Empathetic, resilient and emotionally intelligent
- Collaborative and inclusive in leadership style
- Comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels
- A strong communicator with credibility across diverse audiences
- Passionate about improving health outcomes and community wellbeing
Recruitment Timeline
To ensure equitable access to information and uphold KGQHC's commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, the charity will be hosting a Q&A webinar in place of individual informal calls with the Chair/Outgoing CEO. We encourage all interested candidates to submit questions in advance, which will be addressed during the session. Please register your interest in attending this webinar on Thursday 16th July 2026 6.30-7.30pm and we will send you a link.
Application Deadline: 5pm Monday 22nd July 2026
First Interviews: w/c 17th August 2026
Final Interviews: w/c 24th August 2026
How to Apply
Charity People Ltd is acting as a recruitment agency advisor to KGQHC on this appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV to Senior Appointments at Charity Peopl and request a candidate pack in the first instance.
For an informal conversation about the role or if you have further questions prior to applying, please contact Fabrice Yala at Charity People
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so we can help make the application process work for you.
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Rainforest Trust UK
Rainforest Trust UK (RTUK) (Charity No. 1169111) is a high-impact conservation charity dedicated to protecting the world’s most threatened tropical forests.
This is a pivotal moment for global conservation and for our organisation. As one of the most effective rainforest conservation charities globally, Rainforest Trust has helped protect over 60 million acres of tropical rainforest across more than 67 countries, delivering permanent protection for some of the world’s most threatened ecosystems.
Rainforest Trust UK is one of the charity’s fastest-growing affiliates, now generating £2m+ annually and supporting a global organisation with $55m+ in revenue with significant ambition for further growth and impact.
The role
We are seeking a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the next phase of our strategic plan driving growth in income, strengthening the organisational capability, and positioning the UK as a leading philanthropic engine within the global organisation.
The CEO will provide overall leadership of Rainforest Trust UK, with a primary focus on fundraising, external engagement, and partnering.
This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring both strategic clarity and operational execution. The CEO will lead a small team, work closely with the Board of Trustees, while partnering with the global CEO and senior leadership based in the USA.
Key responsibilities
Strategy and organisational leadership
- Lead the delivery of the 2026–2030 strategy, aligning UK priorities with global objectives
- Translate strategy into clear plans, targets, and performance metrics
- Drive organisational focus on outcomes, impact, and growth
Fundraising and external leadership
- Act as a senior ambassador for the organisation in the UK and internationally
- Build Rainforest Trust UK’s visibility and influence within philanthropic networks
- Personally cultivate and manage a portfolio of high-value donor relationships
Financial Stewardship
- Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and performance including annual audit
- Ensure strong financial controls and effective use of resources
- Support the growth of sustainable income to maximise conservation impact
Governance and Board engagement
- Ensure compliance with UK charity regulation and best practice
- Provide clear, rigorous reporting on performance, risk, and finances
- Work in close partnership with the Board to support effective governance and decision-making
Global partnerships and collaboration
- Build strong, effective relationships with global Rainforest Trust leadership
- Align UK fundraising with global conservation priorities
- Act as a key interface between UK donors and global programmes
Leadership and culture
- Lead and develop a small, high-performing team
- Create a culture of accountability, clarity, and delivery
- Ensure effective organisational structure and use of resources
Purpose & Alignment
- Deep commitment to environmental conservation and climate impact
- Motivated by the opportunity to deliver measurable, lasting global outcomes
- Alignment with Rainforest Trust’s values of effectiveness, integrity, and partnership
Why Join Rainforest Trust UK
This is a rare opportunity to lead an organisation where:
- Impact is clear, measurable, and permanent
- There is significant opportunity to scale income and influence
- You can play a direct role in protecting some of the world’s most critical ecosystems
At a time when the protection of tropical forests is more urgent than ever, this role offers the chance to combine purpose with performance delivering meaningful impact at global scale.
Candidate profile
We are seeking a credible, externally focused leader with:
- A strong track record in fundraising, particularly major donors and high-value relationships
- The ability to operate with credibility, influence, and judgement at senior levels
- Experience leading organisations or teams through growth and change
- Experience working with Boards and an understanding of UK charity governance
Above all, candidates will bring a clear alignment to the mission and is motivated by the opportunity to deliver measurable, lasting conservation impact at global scale.
Rainforest Trust UK is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a fair and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know.
Please submit a CV and a brief covering statement outlining your interest through Charity Job by 19th July.
Rainforest Trust saves endangered wildlife and protects our planet by creating rainforest reserves for the benefit of species, people and the planet.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Tax Manager - UK Hybrid: £80,000 - £83,300 + Amazing Benefits
For a global organisation working in over 100 countries, we're recruiting a Senior Tax Manager. Reporting to the Director of Group Tax and Status, this role will support the team on all business projects and transactions across the UK and overseas including due diligence, analysing and advising tax implications on cross-border transactions, exploring tax risk mitigation and tax efficiency strategy, supporting business change.
The Senior Tax Manager will suit someone who has dealt with multiple tax jurisdictions and regions, covering both direct and indirect taxes, and coordinating with multiple internal and external stakeholders from different business units, regions and countries. Experience from implications arising from business restructuring, and divestments (including disposal of real estate assets) is key.
This role can be based UK-wide with occasional office attendance (London, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Belfast)
Main Duties:
- Provide technical and tax advisory support across all tax disciplines and to all areas of the organisation, supporting group tax team
- Support due diligence reviews, business restructuring projects, acquisition and divestments, impact analysis of operating model change, and introduction of new business areas and closure of entities
- Collaborate with internal and external advisors for cross-boarder projects / transactions, consulting with regional specialists to ensure tax compliance requirements are met
- Collaborate with professional advisors in delivering technical advisory support across countries.
- Support the Group Tax Manager in technical consulting across taxation aspects (local direct tax, withholding tax and sales taxes) including interpreting advise with country finance, legal and governance colleagues
- Partner with Director of Group Tax, and International Tax manager to manage UK and overseas tax risks resulting from business projects and transactions
Person Specification:
- Qualified CTA, ADIT, ATT or a CCAB Accountant
- Substantial international tax experience, ideally MENA and APAC from large commercial organisations or as a Tax specialist at senior manager level in a professional services firm.
- Solid experience of coordinating and sharing tax best practice with Regions
- Direct Tax experience and exposure to transfer pricing, permanent establishment, double tax agreements, and withholding taxes
- Experience handling complex negotiations with tax authorities
- International Tax planning, Tax assessments in business set-up and global growth
- Tax compliance and risk management
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As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.
Job Purpose
To provide a physiotherapy service as part of a multi-disciplinary team, on a part-time basis
Key Working Relationships
Physiotherapists are self-employed contractors and report to the Clinical Lead.
Other key working relationships:
- Other physiotherapists within the team
- Other members of the services team
- Action for M.E. colleagues
Job Description
Key duties
- Respond to physiotherapy referrals
- Carry out assessments, provide advice and recommend interventions to manage the symptoms in patients with M.E./C.F.S. and related conditions, working with a whole person approach, and involving family/carers where appropriate
- Provide written reports for the person with M.E. and others involved in their care with consent of the patient
- Participate in clinical team meetings at least once a quarter (approximately 1 hour)
- Participate in quarterly physiotherapy team meetings (approximately 1 hour)
Key Tasks
- Arrange and undertake consultations in the most appropriate manner for the patient - remotely by either telephone, Zoom or email.
- Record consultation details (date, length of consultation, charge) on Action for M.E.’s internal tracker for invoicing purposes
- Consider choices and in collaboration with the person with M.E., agree attainable and realistic goals, however small, during assessment
- Offer a selection of gentle progressive interventions to facilitate an improvement in their quality of life
- Offer follow-up consultations with patients by phone, Zoom or email
- Raise any safeguarding concerns to appropriate colleagues.
Working Practices
- Seek to reduce fear associated with the illness and to create an environment for healing
- Offer clear and consistent information and advice to people with M.E. and their family/carers
- Work within Action for M.E. policies ensuring privacy and dignity.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Key requirements
- Must be registered HCPC
- Must be registered with Chartered Society of Physiotherapy or other professional body which can provide PLI
- Up to date professional indemnity insurance
- Safeguarding training to Level 3
- Eligible to work in the UK
Experience and Knowledge
May be varied but would typically include:
- Several years of post-graduate work experience in different aspects of the profession
- Familiarity with the NICE Guideline for the management of M.E. (2021)
- Experience in the management of long-term conditions
- Experience in the management of chronic pain and its impact on the quality of life
- Working in a multi-disciplinary team
Skills and Behaviours
- Excellent communication skills, in both active listening and careful word usage
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and the ability to quickly learn relevant bespoke software systems
Attitudes
- Understanding that ME/CFS is a complex biomedical condition
- A desire to help people holistically to manage their ME/CFS
- A willingness to think outside established protocols
Our mission is to improve the lives of people affected by ME. Better meeting their needs today while taking action to secure change for tomorrow.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Engineering Manager
Remote (UK-based) | Full-time | Salary: £82,409 + benefits including 4.5 day week and 11% employer pension contribution
Do your best work, for the right reasons.
Oak is a fully remote, mission-driven organisation offering high levels of flexibility, autonomy, and purpose. We’re a national not-for-profit working in partnership with teachers to create the highest-quality, sequenced curriculum and lesson resources for pupils across all subjects and age groups.
We’re looking for an experienced Software Engineering Manager to join our Product and Engineering Team to help us build beautifully simple, high-impact digital products that support teachers and improve outcomes for pupils across the UK.
Our culture has been independently recognised through:
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Flexa verified (93% overall score, including 95% for working hours and 97% for role modelling)
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Escape the City's Top 1% Employers – based on anonymous colleague reviews of culture, development, and impact
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Investors in People Gold - through external accreditation and colleague feedback
About the Role
Oak provides school teachers and pupils with the highest-quality curriculum and lesson resources across all subjects and age groups.
In this role, you will join our engineering leadership team to manage engineers across our product squads and platform teams, supporting them to thrive and grow. You will work closely with product and platform colleagues to enable effective delivery and continuous improvement, and you will contribute to hiring a diverse mix of permanent colleagues and freelancers to ensure we have the capability needed to deliver our ambitious goals.
Our engineers work in cross-functional product squads alongside designers, researchers, and education experts, regularly releasing new features and improvements that provide teachers and pupils with quick and easy access to high-quality learning resources.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Develop and manage a high performing team
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Lead the continuous improvement of software engineering practices and processes
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Working with product managers, manage the engineering backlog ensuring that important tasks are prioritised alongside bugs and product features
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Prioritise the hiring and retention of a diverse, engaged and collaborative team of engineers
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As a member of the Oak Team, contribute to the planning and culture of the organisation.
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Work in cross-functional and product-oriented squads with colleagues from across the organisation, as required.
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Deputise for the Head of Engineering and take on other general responsibilities as required.
What We’re Looking For
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2+ years experience leading the continuous improvement of an engineering team’s processes and practices
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Experience of recruiting, developing and managing a high performing engineering team
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Substantial experience working in cross functional teams or squads
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Can demonstrate an understanding of how modern web applications work
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Extensive knowledge of the software product development lifecycle and how it influences the success of a product and a team
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You will be comfortable working at pace, with a range of digital systems (including proprietary ones as required) and you will continuously look at ways that the team can keep getting better. You will be excellent at working as part of a remote team, building relationships and managing your time effectively.
If this sounds like what you’d love to be doing, we'd like to hear from you. If you’re not sure that you exactly fit the above criteria, get in touch anyway. Ability and attitude are just as important as experience!
Our Benefits
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25 days annual leave, plus one extra day for each year of service (up to 28)
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Additional Oak closure days over Christmas/New Year
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11% employer pension contribution (with no minimum employee contribution)
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A 36-hour working week, with half-days on Fridays or every other Friday off
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Fully remote working — we’ll support your home set-up and offer coworking options if preferred
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Twice-yearly in-person offsites to collaborate, connect, and have fun
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A culture that genuinely supports flexibility, autonomy, and trust
Inclusion and Belonging
We believe diverse teams build better products. We warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds, particularly those who are underrepresented in the tech and education sectors.
If you're from an underrepresented group, there's a good chance you're discounting yourself before you've even started. That's more common than you'd think, and it means we may miss out on brilliant people. If you're excited by this role but don't meet every requirement, please apply anyway.
We use the Applied platform to help reduce bias in our hiring process. Answers are anonymised and reviewed by a panel of humans.
Key Info
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Location: Remote, but you must be based in the UK with the legal right to work here
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Sponsorship: Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time
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Closing date: We’ll be reviewing applications as they come in and may close the role early
If this sounds like the kind of role and team where you could do your life’s best work, we’d love to hear from you.
Next steps
You’ll answer a few admin questions followed by some questions related to your day-to-day job. Your answers will go through our sift process: all answers will be anonymised, randomised, and then reviewed by a panel of reviewers (real humans), so it's your thinking that gets assessed and not your C.V.
If you're shortlisted, we'll invite you to interview. We give everyone feedback at the end of the process.
Interview dates:
Interview 1: Wednesday, 29 July 2026
Interview 2: Monday, 3 August 2026
If this sounds like somewhere you could do your life's best work, we'd love to hear from you.
We love giving feedback, so at the end of the application process, we'll share how well you performed.
We are receiving excellent responses to our job advertisements. This may lead us to close the role early, so if you are considering applying, then please get your application in early to avoid missing out.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do your best work, for the right reasons.
The government's Curriculum and Assessment Review means change is coming to what schools will teach. A revised national curriculum is due to be published in 2027 for first teaching in 2028, with updated GCSEs following from 2029. Technology and AI can help schools navigate all this, but only if they're built on foundations teachers can trust.
At Oak, we want to use our high-quality, openly licensed curriculum to help every school and teacher access tools and resources that make a real difference to pupils. This role is central to making that change happen quickly, safely and reliably. Not just at Oak, but right across the education sector.
You'll work with our curriculum and product teams here at Oak, and with partners across government, education and technology. Together you'll help shape the tools, products and systems that put strong, evidence-informed curriculum data and thinking at the heart of the latest tech and AI.
Oak is a fully remote, mission-driven organisation offering high levels of flexibility, autonomy, and purpose. We’re a national not-for-profit organisation working in partnership with teachers to create high-quality, sequenced curriculum and lesson resources for pupils across all subjects and age groups.
Our culture has been independently recognised through:
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Flexa verified (93% overall score, including 95% for working hours and 97% for role modelling)
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Escape the City's Top 1% Employers – based on anonymous colleague reviews of culture, development, and impact
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Investors in People Gold - through external accreditation and colleague feedback
In this role, you'll:
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Maintain specialist expertise at the intersection of curriculum and edtech and be an authority across Oak and more widely across the sector.
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Take an active and exemplary role in the ongoing development of the Oak curriculum products, prioritising support on challenging areas of curriculum or product development as required
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Responsible for the continuous improvement of curriculum and related products across the education sector, ensuring research, evidence and pedagogical standards are prioritised.
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Represent Oak externally as an authority on curriculum, working with sector and government stakeholders where required, and growing our credibility and influence across the sector.
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Contribute to the strategy, planning and model the culture of the organisation.
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Work in cross-functional and product-oriented squads with colleagues from across the organisation, as required.
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Deputise for the Director of Education and take on other general responsibilities as required.
We’re looking for
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5+ years holding responsibility for curriculum development and continuous improvement aligned to delivery of the national curriculum in England.
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Extensive knowledge of the latest research and practice in curriculum design.
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Demonstrable success in building curriculum credibility and influence across the sector, with government, schools or edtech.
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Expert knowledge of the wider education system in England, including knowledge and experience of the edtech sector.
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Have qualified teacher status (QTS).
The successful candidate will have a desire to contribute across all areas to ensure Oak is successful. You will be comfortable working at pace, with a range of digital systems (including proprietary ones as required), and you will continuously look at ways that the team can keep getting better. You will be excellent at working as part of a remote team, building relationships and managing your time effectively.
Our Benefits
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25 days annual leave, plus one extra day for each year of service (up to 28)
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Additional Oak closure days over Christmas/New Year
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11% employer pension contribution (with no minimum employee contribution, which can be varied). Please note this is a workplace pension rather than the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
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A 36-hour working week, with half-days on Fridays or every other Friday off. This is a full-year role rather than a term-time role.
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Fully remote working — we’ll support your home set-up and offer coworking options if preferred
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Twice-yearly in-person whole Oak offsites to collaborate, connect, and have fun (with other occasional team events in person)
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A culture that genuinely supports flexibility, autonomy, and trust
Inclusion and Belonging
We believe diverse teams build better products. We warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds, particularly those who are underrepresented in the tech and education sectors.
We use the Applied recruitment platform to help reduce bias in our hiring process.
Key Info
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Location: Remote, but you must be based in the UK with the legal right to work here
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Sponsorship: Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time
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Closing date: We’ll be reviewing applications as they come in and may close the role early
If this sounds like the kind of role and team where you could do your life’s best work, we’d love to hear from you.
Next steps
You’ll answer some questions related to your day-to-day job. Your answers will go through our sift process: all answers will be anonymised, randomised, and then reviewed by a panel of reviewers (real humans).
If you are shortlisted, we’ll invite you to the next stage, which will consist of a remote interview conducted over Zoom.
We love giving feedback, so at the end of the application process, we'll share how well you performed.
We aim to hold interviews 15/16 July 2026.
We are receiving excellent responses to our job advertisements. This may lead us to close the role early, so if you are considering applying, please get your application in early to avoid missing out.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Victim Advocate to join the team in West Cumberland, working 30 hours a week. This role is offered as a homebased role but with the expectation to travel across Cumberland.
Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it?
Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care?
If yes, then we'd love to hear from you…
What we offer
At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & 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 for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave
- Pension with 5% employer contribution
- Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments
- High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts
- Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
- Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
- Access to EDI networks and colleague cafe
- Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression
About the role
As an Independent Victim Advocate you will:
- deliver excellent services to adult victims of crime through the direct provision of information, practical and emotional help from the point of crime and where appropriate, onwards throughout the criminal justice process.
- help people cope and recover from the effects of crime.
- act as a single point of contact, undertaking effective need and risk assessments.
- coordinate the overall delivery of the cope and recovery plan and recovery journey, working closely with other service providers to meet the needs of victims.
You will need:
- Previous experience delivering a service and working directly with service users in a statutory, voluntary or community work setting
- Previous experience of working with vulnerable adults and/or families
- To be able to work without direct supervision, prioritising work and managing competing demands
- The ability to complete needs and risk assessments
- To demonstrate empathy
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 reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
The Head of Change leads the development, coordination and delivery of the Foundation’s strategic change portfolio. Reporting to the Director of Transformation, this role provides expert direction on organisational change initiatives, ensures alignment with strategic priorities, and builds a culture where transformation is understood, embraced and delivered confidently across the organisation.
The Head of Change acts as the Foundation’s change leader, helping to shape strategy, establishing structures for high-quality programme delivery, and ensuring teams are ready and supported through change. This includes oversight of the Change team, taking a lead on cross-Foundation change initiatives, and ensuring all strategic programmes are governed effectively.
This role is cross-organisational, working closely with the Chief People & Transformation Officer on the operating model, the Chief Financial Officer and the Director of Transformation on planning and delivery.
This role delivers a transformational, organisation-wide approach to change, grounded in best practice, and provides a high-quality, consistent programme delivery through a strengthened PMO capability. The Head of Change delivers improved organisational staff readiness and staff confidence during periods of change, and produces clear, measurable outcomes across the Foundation’s strategic transformation priorities. This role also helps to foster a culture that embraces innovation, adaptability, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Change Leadership
- Define, lead and manage the organisation-wide strategic change programme, ensuring alignment with the Foundation’s mission and long-term goals.
- Develop the strategic change governance forum, providing oversight, challenge and direction.
- Work with the Executive Team, senior stakeholders, and programme leads to ensure clarity of change objectives and secure stakeholder buy-in.
- Working with the Chief Financial Officer, oversee organisational planning, delivery and monitoring of key KPIs.
- Foster a culture of change readiness, adaptability, and continuous improvement, ensuring clear alignment with the Foundation’s overarching decision-making framework.
Programme & Portfolio Management
- Oversee a portfolio of high-profile strategic projects, ensuring consistent delivery standards and measurable outcomes.
- Lead and mature the Foundation’s project framework to support governance, reporting, assurance and delivery quality.
- Ensure that the organisation has the necessary resources – people, technology and budget – to implement change initiatives without creating bottlenecks or overwhelming Business As Usual operations.
- Monitor progress and evaluate the impact of change initiatives, adjusting the approach to achieve outcomes.
Leadership & People
- Manage and mentor the Change team, building a high-performing group of change specialists.
- Cultivate collaboration across teams, ensuring consistent approaches to change management and project delivery.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Partner with senior stakeholders to build alignment, engagement and ownership across change programmes.
- Lead delivery of change communications and engagement plans, ensuring clarity, consistency and accessibility.
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, offering challenge, insight and strategic guidance.
Change Management Practice
- Conduct enterprise-level change impact and readiness assessments.
- Design and implement training, coaching and resources for leaders and teams undergoing change. Ensure change methodologies, tools, and frameworks are embedded and consistently applied.
- Support the Chief People & Transformation Officer with organisational design activities, including target operating model development and capability mapping.
Financial & Risk Management
- Manage project and programme budgets effectively.
- Identify risks, interdependencies and issues across the change portfolio and develop mitigation plans. Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory, governance and audit requirements.
Role responsibilities are not exhaustive, and you would be reasonably expected to take on wider tasks that are commensurate with the level of your role.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Skills, abilities, and attributes:
- Self-starter who is adaptable, works with integrity and exhibits the Foundation’s core values.
- Committed to the principle of continuous improvement, with careful attention to detail and due process.
- Committed to delivering consistent and high-quality customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.
- Good interpersonal skills and able to effectively liaise with both internal and external communities.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, inspire, challenge and influence.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate complex concepts into actionable plans.
- Financial acumen and experience managing significant budgets.
- Comfortable operating in fast-paced, ambiguous and highly collaborative environments.
- Strong influencing skills with senior stakeholders, including C-suite and Board-level relationships.
Knowledge, experience, and qualifications:
- Experience in delivering large-scale transformation within complex organisations (charity, private, public sector, healthcare or equivalent).
- Exposure to digital transformation, innovation programmes or organisation design.
- Proven track record leading enterprise-wide change and readiness programmes.
- Demonstrable experience building and leading PMO functions.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and driving cultural and behavioural change.
- Experience operating within matrixed, multi-disciplinary or multi-site environments.
- Proficient, with recognised successes, in working with industry best practice project and change methodologies (e.g. Agile, PRINCE2, PMP, Prosci/ADKAR, CCMP).
Benefits
- Contributory pension
- Annual personal development budget
- Annual health and wellbeing personal allowance
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave pay accessible without length of service requirements.
- Health and wellbeing programme that offers optional free yearly health check-ups.
- Support for healthy eating via fruit bowls and onsite lunch facilities.
- Agile working, flexible hours, and supportive IT kit.
- Shower facilities and bike lock area.
- Generous annual leave (27 days + bank holidays)
- Subsidies for glasses
- Employee Assistance Programme
The Head of Data leads the Foundation’s enterprise-wide data strategy, establishing a trusted, secure, well-governed and insight-driven data environment. The role is responsible for delivering data governance, data quality, architecture, engineering, reporting, analytics and the effective use of cloud native data platforms across the organisation.
This leadership role accelerates the Foundation’s journey toward becoming a data-mature, insight-led organisation, supporting strategic decision-making, regulatory confidence, operational excellence, and impact measurement.
Reporting to the Director of Transformation, the Head of Data builds and develops the team, shapes the Foundation’s data culture, and ensures data is a strategic asset that drives value, trust and innovation.
The Head of Data delivers a modern, secure and trusted data environment supporting the Foundation’s mission, and ensures high quality of data that strengthens insight, transparency, regulatory confidence and impact measurement. The role also supports a future-ready data capability, supporting long-term transformation across the Foundation, and helps foster a culture that sees data as a shared asset powering decisions, partnerships and community impact.
Job Description
Strategic Data Leadership
- Develop and deliver the Foundation’s enterprise data strategy aligned to mission and organisational goals.
- Enable data-driven decision-making across all Foundation operations, including Finance & Legal, Endowment, Charities and Impact on Urban Health.
- Embed data into customer experience, operational resilience, risk management and strategic planning.
- Ensure measurable outcomes linked to data quality, adoption and organisational value.
Data Governance & Compliance
- Lead and mature a robust data governance framework, including standards, policies, ownership models, quality controls and metadata management.
- Ensure compliance with GDPR, Data Protection and relevant regulatory and audit requirements.
- Establish trusted data across the organisation through strong controls, lineage, classification and lifecycle management.
Data Architecture & Engineering
- Lead on the enterprise data architecture design, including data lakes, warehousing, integrations, pipelines and modelling.
- Own and optimise cloud-native data technologies across Microsoft Azure, including Fabric, Azure Data Lake, Data Factory, Databricks, Synapse and SQL.
- Ensure the data platform is scalable, high-performing, secure and aligned to organisational transformation needs.
- Partner with the Business Systems team to deliver seamless integrations with CRM, finance, impact measurement tools and third-party platforms.
Analytics, Insight & AI
- Lead on the development of enterprise reporting and analytics, delivering timely, accurate and actionable insights.
- Oversee Power BI governance, semantic models and self-service enablement.
- Drive predictive analytics, operational insight and (where appropriate) responsible AI/ML adoption to enhance outcomes and impact measurement.
- Champion the delivery and innovation in line with emerging technologies to support operational insight.
Leadership, Culture & Collaboration
- Work closely with the Head of Change, Head of Business Systems, and IT Operations Manager to develop end-to-end solutions for business systems, data and infrastructure.
- Over time, build and lead the multidisciplinary data.
- Champion data literacy, high-quality data habits and a culture of curiosity across the Foundation.
- Represent the organisation externally with regulators, suppliers and strategic partners.
- Effectively manage internal and external delivery, including procurement and vendor oversight.
Role responsibilities are not exhaustive, and you would be reasonably expected to take on wider tasks that are commensurate with the level of your role.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Skills, abilities, and attributes:
- Self-starter who is adaptable, works with integrity, and exhibits the Foundation’s core values.
- Willing to learn and develop new skills, and help to develop the knowledge and skills of peers.
- Committed to the principle of continuous improvement, with careful attention to detail and due process.
- Committed to delivering consistent and high-quality customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.
- Good interpersonal skills and able to effectively liaise with both internal and external communities.
- Confident in communicating well, both in writing and verbally, and exhibits listening and influencing skills.
- Ability to operate strategically and hands-on in equal measure.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
- Ability to build trust, develop relationships and lead through influence.
- Commitment to data ethics, privacy, responsible technology and community impact.
- Keeps fully up to date with emerging technologies
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for senior and non-technical audiences.
Knowledge, experience, and qualifications:
- Proven experience leading data functions in regulated or complex organisations (charity, financial services, healthcare, public sector or similar) – (essential)
- Strong background in enterprise data management, governance, data quality and architecture (essential)
- Deep technical expertise across the Microsoft Azure data ecosystem (Fabric, Data Lake, ADF, Databricks, Synapse, SQL, Purview, DevOps) – (essential)
- Experience scaling cloud-native data platforms and modern data stacks (Lakehouse, pipelines, BI tooling) – (essential)
- Strong understanding of GDPR, data protection, compliance and data risk frameworks (essential)
- Track record of influencing at senior/executive levels and leading cultural change (essential)
- Experience with Microsoft Purview governance and responsible AI frameworks (desirable)
- Certifications such as Azure Data Engineer, Solutions Architect or equivalent (desirable)
- Experience with Azure/OpenAI, Snowflake/BigQuery/Redshift, dbt or modern orchestration tools (desirable)
- Experience enabling insights in impact-driven, donor-focused or audience engagement organisations (desirable)
Benefits
- Contributory pension
- Annual personal development budget
- Annual health and wellbeing personal allowance
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave pay accessible without length of service requirements.
- Health and wellbeing programme that offers optional free yearly health check-ups.
- Support for healthy eating via fruit bowls and onsite lunch facilities.
- Agile working, flexible hours, and supportive IT kit.
- Shower facilities and bike lock area.
- Generous annual leave (27 days + bank holidays)
- Subsidies for glasses
- Employee Assistance Programme


