BLCF is a leading local grantmaker, striving to be a catalyst for positive change in the community. The Foundation distributes millions of pounds locally each year and is establishing a national reputation for an innovative, community-focused and strategic approach.
BLCF is currently recruiting for an experienced Head of Grants to lead our expanding grants team and join our Senior Leadership Team to steer the future direction of the Foundation.
Applicants will need to have significant previous and relevant experience in a grants management role, and possess excellent leadership, team and programme management skills. Excellent communication and IT skills are also essential.
To apply, please submit a concise covering letter (no more than two pages) outlining your suitability for the role against the job description and a completed application form
Closing date for applications is 12noon on Monday 13th July 2026.
BLCF is the leading local grantmaker in the county, working with businesses and partners to link resources to those who need help.
Grants Officer LEF
Location: London (hybrid: 2 days in office, remainder flexible)
Salary: £33,728 FTE
Contract: Full-time, permanent (4 days considered)
Charity People is delighted to be partnering with LEF, a social justice foundation that is committed to strengthening the power of communities to use and shape the law.
This is a brilliant opportunity to join a thoughtful and ambitious organisation at an exciting point in its journey, they are early in a new five-year strategy focused on the role of law in achieving social justice across the UK.
The organisation works to support communities tackling the root causes of injustice, funding organisations that connect legal frameworks with real-world change.
If you're passionate about social justice, relationships-led grant making, and learning alongside the organisations you fund, this could be a great next step.
About the role
As Grants Officer, you'll play a key role in delivering a collaborative and inclusive grant-making approach, supporting work that brings the law closer to communities.
You'll be part of a small, supportive team and involved across the full grant lifecycle from early conversations with applicants through to assessment, decision-making and ongoing grant management.
This is a role with real scope to contribute ideas, shape practice, and deepen how the organisation works with its partners.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting applicants and helping develop a strong pipeline of grant applications
- Assessing proposals for funding including reviewing financial and other organisational information
- Building trusted, thoughtful relationships with funded partners
- Managing a portfolio of grants and supporting partners over time
- Contributing to learning, reflection and continuous improvement across the grants team
- Working collaboratively with colleagues to strengthen processes and practice
You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to wider conversations about social justice, funding practice, and the external environment.
About you
They are looking for someone who brings both practical experience and a strong alignment with the organisation's mission and values.
You might already be working in grants, or you may be looking to bring your experience from the charity or social sector into a grant making role.
You'll likely bring:
- Experience building and managing relationships with a range of stakeholders
- Experience working or volunteering in the charity or social sector
- Experience of managing grants, partnerships or programmes, or equivalent relationships
- Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to engage sensitively with diverse stakeholders
- Clear and confident communication skills (written and verbal)
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
- A collaborative, reflective approach to your work
An understanding of the UK social justice landscape or lived experience connected to the organisation's mission, would be valuable, but is not essential.
If you don't tick every box, we'd still encourage you to apply.
A values-led and reflective funder
LEF is committed to actively addressing power imbalances in grant making and centring the voices of communities most affected by injustice.
Its work is guided by a strong focus on Power, Culture and Inclusion, recognising both the opportunities and risks within legal systems, and the importance of funding being accountable to those it exists to serve.
This is a team that takes learning seriously and is open about evolving its approach.
Why this role?
This is a chance to:
- Work closely with organisations driving real social change
- Be part of a funder actively rethinking power and practice
- Contribute to a collaborative and learning-oriented team
- Develop your career in values-led grant making
Equity, inclusion and accessibility
The organisation is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and working environment.
- Flexible working is supported (minimum 4 days per week considered)
- Hybrid working with a central London base
- Commitment to workplace adjustments and accessibility
- Guaranteed interviews for disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria
People with lived experience of social welfare legal issues are currently underrepresented in the organisation, and applications from candidates bringing this perspective are particularly welcomed.
Interested?
If you think this role may be for you and you would like more information or an informal conversation, please contact Abi Blank at Charity People,
The application process and what it involves can be found on PAGE 11 of the Job Pack, please send CV and Qualifying Questions document to and will consist of brief written responses (rather than a traditional academic CV-heavy process), designed to help you demonstrate your experience in a more accessible and relevant way.
Deadline and Important Dates
Tuesday 14th July - Application deadline 9 am
Friday 17th July - Client shortlisting completed and applicants informed of interview
Wednesday 22nd July and Thursday 23rd July - Online Interviews
Monday 27th July and Tuesday 28th July- Face to Face Interviews on site
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.
Are you a creative and user-centred Learning Designer with a passion for education? Do you want to make a real impact in the medical field by creating world-class digital learning courses for doctors?
RCR Learning supports radiologists and clinical oncologists’ professional development throughout their career – whenever and however they practice. We design, develop and deliver innovative learning products that respond to the real challenges of clinical practice. We’re building a world-class digital learning library of high quality, engaging courses which meet our members’ needs.
The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) is looking for a Digital Learning Designer to join our dynamic RCR Learning team. You’ll collaborate with subject matter experts and RCR Learning colleagues to design and develop visually engaging, interactive online learning resources that support doctors throughout their careers.
What you’ll do:
Design & develop digital learning
- Work with SMEs to design, test and evaluate interactive online learning courses.
- Create engaging multimedia assets including graphics, animations, videos and templates.
- Develop storyboards and scripts, offering technical and creative input.
- Communicate design ideas clearly and contribute innovative approaches.
- Ensure all content meets RCR brand, accessibility and quality standards.
- Manage multiple projects, deadlines and deliverables.
Support & improve our digital learning offer
- Identify improvements to the LMS, analytics and user experience.
- Support project workflows and operational processes across the Learning team.
- Monitor delegated budgets and contribute to annual content reviews.
Innovate & stay up to date
- Keep informed on best practice in digital learning, pedagogy and accessibility.
- Evaluate new tools and platforms to enhance our learning offer.
- Support marketing with insights into user engagement and standout content.
What you’ll need:
- Extensive experience applying educational and instructional design principles to high quality digital learning.
- Proficiency in key digital learning authoring tools (e.g., Storyline, Rise 360, Synthesia, Canva).
- Strong visual design skills, ideally with experience using Adobe Creative Suite.
- Experience creating engaging digital and video based visual assets.
- Knowledge of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG), copyright, GDPR and other relevant legislation.
- Ability to collaborate confidently with SMEs and internal stakeholders.
- Experience designing interactive learning exercises such as branching scenarios (desirable).
- Experience working with doctors, academics or medical professionals (desirable).
If you're excited about using your design skills to support healthcare professionals and improve patient care, we’d love to hear from you.
Why join us:
- Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and the specialities they work in every day!
- Hybrid working (60% working week can be done remotely)
- Modern working environment
- Equipment provided to work from home
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Excellent pension scheme
- Interest free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme