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Full Time (37.5pw)
Our Vacancy
Join Us as a Housing Support Worker – Make a Real Difference in Young Lives
At Peabody, we’re passionate about creating opportunities for young people to thrive. We’re looking for a Housing Support Worker who is kind, proactive, and ready to support young people aged 16–25, including care leavers, on their journey to independence. This is not a care role. It’s a practical and emotional support position, helping young people build life skills, access housing, and feel empowered to shape their future.
What You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you’ll support young people to develop the skills they need for independent living, including navigating housing options, managing benefits, and budgeting. You’ll help create a safe, non-judgmental environment where they feel empowered and respected. By bringing your own passions, whether in music, art, sports, or other interests, you’ll enrich the community and build meaningful connections. You’ll also work closely with colleagues and external partners to ensure each young person receives the right support at the right time.
We’re looking lor someone who:
- Connects easily with young people, especially those who’ve faced trauma, mental health challenges, or substance misuse.
- Is creative and confident in engaging young people, whether through music, sports, art, or other interests.
- Can work independently and as part of a team, managing a caseload and supporting residents with budgeting, benefits, and housing options.
- Has strong communication and IT skills, and ideally some knowledge of safeguarding, support plans, or key working.
- Brings transferable experience from youth work, education, housing, or similar sectors.
Why join us?
When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together.
We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.
What You’ll Get
- Up to 25 days’ annual leave.
- Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental, and discounts.
- 4x Life Assurance and up to 10% pension contribution.
- Professional development, including funded apprenticeships.
- Two paid volunteering days each year.
- Family-friendly policies and a supportive team culture.
Please read before applying:
This is a full-time, onsite role, and you’ll need to be available to work five days a week, including weekends and bank holidays. Shifts may include early mornings and evenings, so flexibility is key.
We’ll be reviewing applications and holding interviews on a rolling weekly basis, so please keep an eye on your inbox and phone - our team will be in touch to get you booked in!
If this sounds like the right fit for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, apply today by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.
Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor, so we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you.
Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.
Closing date 20 February 2026
Do you want to use your project management skills to make a real difference for dogs?
At Dogs Trust, our IT Project Management team delivers a wide range of projects to help improve the operational running of the charity, improve the lives of dogs in our care and support our fundraising activities. Most of our projects are focussed around the Salesforce platform and we’re looking for an IT Project Manager experienced in delivering software development projects, ideally with Salesforce or other CRM experience.
What does this role do?
As a Project Manager you'll:
- Lead a cross functional team of developers, testers and business analysts and be responsible for the definition, planning, execution, and successful delivery of projects
- Ensure all projects follow Dogs Trust project management methodologies, standards, and compliance requirements.
- Proactively identify, assess, and manage risks, costs, timescales, and resources, taking corrective action when needed to keep projects on track.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with project sponsors, stakeholders, and delivery teams, ensuring clear communication and measurable outcomes.
- Monitor project performance against agreed objectives, success criteria, and ROI targets, evidencing value for money and effective delivery.
Could this be you?
You will be an experienced Project Manager with a proven record of delivering software development projects, ideally in Salesforce or other CRM platforms. You will have experience in managing the full project lifecycle, including project initiation, analysis and design, development, QA, UAT and Go-Live.
A skilled communicator, you’ll build strong relationships and have the confidence and influence to engage effectively at all levels. Motivated and proactive, you’ll be adaptable and resilient in a fast-moving environment, with proven planning, organisational, and time management skills that enable you to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
You will be experienced in using project management tools, including Jira, Confluence and project planning tools, such as MS Project, Smartsheet or similar.
You will also be passionate about dogs and want to join an organisation that has a mission to make the world a better place for every dog.
What does this team do?
You’ll be part of a skilled and supportive IT team that values curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. We work across a variety of exciting initiatives; from developing digital platforms that help dog owners to enhancing volunteer and data systems that expand our impact. Our culture is friendly, flexible, and purpose-driven, with most of your time spent working from home and regular, focused collaboration days in our London office. It’s an environment where people share ideas, learn from each other, and take pride in building technology that truly makes a difference.
Interviews for this position will take place on Teams w/c 9th March 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Legal Casework Manager
Team: Programmes and Delivery
Location: Hybrid (split between home-working and either London or Cardiff)
*This role sits within a pay grade with a pay range of £33,367 to £50,051. The salary on appointment will be set at the lower end of the pay range, to a maximum of £41,709 depending on the candidate's skills and experience. This approach aims to ensure fair compensation for new hires while maintaining alignment with the structured pay scale for the role.
It’s an exciting time to join the Ramblers as we have recently refreshed our strategy to support the delivery of our long-term ambitions.
We need your drive, knowledge, skills, and creativity to help us raise awareness of the Ramblers and what we stand for, enabling the charity to grow its supporter base and open up the joys and wellbeing benefits of walking to many more people.
Context and purpose of role
At Ramblers we work to empower the public and volunteers to take action to protect paths and access – by providing specialist advice and undertaking legal action to protect and expand the rights of way network. As a member of the Programmes team, the Legal Casework Manager will be responsible for the successful development and delivery of the programme.
Key responsibilities
• Lead on the development and operational delivery of the Legal Casework programme, including processes for case assessment and selection.
• Develop a pipeline of legal action to protect and expand the rights of way network – liaising with external legal advisers, preparing documents for access to the Designated Legal Fund and monitoring developments.
• Be a source of expertise on rights of way law and practice, advising members of the public and volunteers on technical issues related to public rights of way.
• Provide training and support for volunteers on aspects of rights of way law and practice.
• Design and develop resources and processes to support programme implementation.
• Work with Nations and campaigns colleagues to ensure that relevant legislation and government policy and practice, at both central and local levels, are as beneficial as possible to the walking public.
• Ensure our legal casework is contributing to the delivery of our refreshed strategy by focusing legal action on priority communities.
• Be responsible for managing a legal budget in line with programme goals and objectives, to ensure best use of charitable funds
• Be responsible for evaluation and reporting, to ensure the programme meets KPIs and delivers measurable impact.
• Horizon-scan to identify key threats and opportunities for legislation and litigation and need for volunteer guidance and training.
Other
• Work collaboratively as a member of the Programmes team, to share learning and develop innovative practice in programme design and development.
• Engage and proactively develop excellent working relationships across the organisation
• Undertake such other duties as may be reasonably required of the post.
The person
Knowledge and Experience
• Expertise in rights of way law and practice, as well as relevant legislation and government policy.
• Experience of working with external legal professionals, including solicitors and consultants, and monitoring legal developments.
• Experience providing technical advice to members of the public and volunteers on specialist and issues.
• Experience drafting and proof-reading documents for submissions in legal proceedings (e.g. Statement of Case, Proof of Evidence).
Skills and Leadership
• Ability to develop, introduce and champion new ways of working as an expert on rights of way law and practice.
• Exceptional oral, written and digital communication skills – with an ability to convey complex legal information clearly to a range of different audiences.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to identify high-impact strategic litigation within public sector law.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build strong relationships, working with a range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve common goals.
• Ability to use initiative and to be flexible and adaptable in approach.
• Ability to analyse information thoroughly and make sound decisions and recommendations.
Personal Attributes
• Interest in walking and a commitment to the principles of inclusion and enabling everyone to feel welcome in the outdoors.
• Able to engage diverse audiences, including community partners and senior decision makers.
• Flexible and able to develop strong, collaborative team relationships.
• Entrepreneurial approach to developing and growing innovative projects.
• Flexible and resilient with the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Willingness to take on different tasks and responsibilities as needed.
Values and Behaviours
Our values are the core principles that guide us daily in our work and our membership of the Ramblers. We all share the passion that walking is for everyone and by living our shared values we can ensure the Ramblers is an organisation to be proud of. Our values will earn trust for the Ramblers brand which will allow us to open up a world of walking opportunities for even more people.
Inclusive
We make everyone feel welcome and part of the Ramblers community. We make sure we all feel respected and accepted and know our contributions make a difference in achieving our mission.
Inspiring
We strive to inspire people through the way we act and the things we say. We channel our passion and ambition so others are moved to help us achieve our mission.
Empowering
We empower and encourage each other to make a positive contribution to our teams and the Ramblers. We do all we can to make sure everyone has the ability, and feels confident, to take action.
Responsible
We take responsibility for ourselves and those around us seriously, by always acting in a safe and supportive way. We care about the environment and make sure we do what we say we will do.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our Vacancy
Join Us as a Housing Support Worker – Make a Real Difference in Young Lives.
At Peabody, we’re passionate about creating opportunities for young people to thrive. We’re looking for a Housing Support Worker who is kind, proactive, and ready to support young people aged 16–25, including care leavers, on their journey to independence.This is not a care role. It’s a practical and emotional support position, helping young people build life skills, access housing, and feel empowered to shape their future.
What You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you’ll support young people to develop the skills they need for independent living, including navigating housing options, managing benefits, and budgeting. You’ll help create a safe, non-judgmental environment where they feel empowered and respected. By bringing your own passions, whether in music, art, sports, or other interests, you’ll enrich the community and build meaningful connections. You’ll also work closely with colleagues and external partners to ensure each young person receives the right support at the right time.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Connects easily with young people, especially those who’ve faced trauma, mental health challenges, or substance misuse.
- Is creative and confident in engaging young people, whether through music, sports, art, or other interests.
- Can work independently and as part of a team, managing a caseload and supporting residents with budgeting, benefits, and housing options.
- Has strong communication and IT skills, and ideally some knowledge of safeguarding, support plans, or key working.
- Brings transferable experience from youth work, education, housing, or similar sectors.
Why join us?
When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together.
We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.
What You’ll Get
- Up to 25 days’ annual leave.
- Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental, and discounts.
- 4x Life Assurance and up to 10% pension contribution.
- Professional development, including funded apprenticeships.
- Two paid volunteering days each year.
- Family-friendly policies and a supportive team culture.
Please read before applying:
This is a full-time, onsite role, and you’ll need to be available to work five days a week, including weekends and bank holidays. Shifts may include early mornings and evenings, so flexibility is key.
We’ll be reviewing applications and holding interviews on a rolling weekly basis, so please keep an eye on your inbox and phone - our team will be in touch to get you booked in!
If this sounds like the right fit for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, apply today by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.
Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor, so we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you.
Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.
Closing date 20 February 2026
Senior Fundraising Events Coordinator
The role will be hybrid - mostly WFH with coming into the London office at least once a week .
About Restless Development
Restless Development is a global non profit agency. We support the collective power of young leaders to create a better world. We are independently registered and governed in nine countries (India, Nepal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Uganda, UK, USA, Zambia and Zimbabwe) bound together by our vision for youth power. We run youth-led programmes to tackle the issues that young people care about the most – We also run the Youth Collective – a growing network of over 4000 local youth civil society groups and organisations in 185 countries. We are committed to creating an agency that walks the talk on power shifting, using the power shifting checklist, both internally and externally.
Our approach to safeguarding
Restless Development considers the welfare and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults to be an organisational imperative with primacy over the success of programmes or strategic objectives. We recognise that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and we expect all of our staff, volunteers and partners to ensure we protect the communities in which we operate from harm and abide by our Safeguarding Policy.
About the role
We are looking to hire a Senior Fundraising Events Coordinator within Restless Development’s UK Fundraising team. The fundraising team’s income has grown year on year and there is huge potential to continue to grow this further and create impact at scale.
The Senior Fundraising Events Coordinator will be primarily working on the Schools Triathlon programme and managing all PR & social media comms, and also supporting on both merchandise and sponsor management. The Schools Triathlon is the UK’s largest fundraising and sporting event for children aged 7-13. Its aim is to encourage more children into sport while also teaching them the importance of fundraising. Over the years, the events have raised over £3.4m for Restless Development and local charities and over 9,000 children have taken part. We are aiming to deliver 15 events in 2026 and significantly expand the series..
We are looking for an energetic team-player, proactive individual with great interpersonal skills who is happy to learn and get stuck in.
Key responsibilities
Deliver and event manage high-quality Schools Triathlon events in 2026 and beyond
- Throughout September to February, present assemblies for the Schools Triathlon to inspire school-age pupils to sign up and take part in the Schools Triathlon series, and motivate them to fundraise by delivering a fun and engaging presentation.
- Develop strong professional relationships with various important stakeholders from host schools throughout the year, in person and online; as well as with participating schools through the delivery of assemblies and in comms prior to the event day.
- Work with our event delivery partners to deliver 15 events throughout April, May and June 2026, ensuring that the event logistics, host school requirements, participant details are finalised and managing host school relations.
- Respond to enquiries from parents and guardians on our dedicated inbox and mobile phone when needed.
- Develop a good working relationship with the Triathlon Committee, made up of Restless Development staff and volunteers, while still keeping the appropriate members informed and bringing in support as and when needed.
- Update on relevant KPIs and income where needed
- Support the Senior Fundraising Manager with recruitment of regional volunteers when needed
Schools Triathlon social media & PR
- Lead on all social media activity for the Schools Triathlon across our social media channels
- Lead on liaising with external PR and Host school stakeholders to deliver exceptional PR across the Schools Triathlon event series
- Lead on being the main contact for all Host School marketing teams, ensuring effective working relationships are in place and maintained to an excellent standard
- Report monthly on KPIs, ensuring effective tracking for social engagement across all channels
- Work closely with the Comms team, to ensure best working practices and collaboration is in place
- Together with the Head of Fundraising, lead on the drafting and development of the Schools Triathlon parent comms
- Manage the partnership with our events photographers
Sponsors
- Together with the Head of Fundraising, develop a sponsors partnership prospect list that aligns with our social values for year 2027 and beyond
- Lead on the project plan for our sponsors with support from the Head of Fundraising
- Set, monitor and report on the progress of KPIs and fundraising as and when needed
- Work with the wider team to plan and deliver an excellent stewardship journey for sponsors ensuring continued engagement
Systems, Processes & Communications
- Support the wider team with event comms responding in a timely and professional manner.
- Use DotDigital to communicate to schools and event participants
- Competent use of Excel to process data and regularly update internal and external databases.
- Manage the Schools Triathlon website, ensuring that it is up to date and relevant.
- Accurate and timely logging of information into Restless Development’s registration system Eventrac and CRM, Salesforce – executing mass imports, new individual records, and regularly cleaning data.
- Understand and manage fundraising using the digital fundraising platform, JustGiving, ensure all pages set up are logged on our CRM.
Other
- Must attend the Schools Triathlons as needed across April, May and June and other occasional evening and weekend work, for which time off in lieu will be given.
- Support on wider charity initiatives as and when needed
- Many of the schools we have relationships with are not accessible by public transport, so it is vital you have access to a reliable roadworthy vehicle. All travel will be reimbursed in accordance with Restless Development’s travel policy.
- Manage our Schools Triathlon Leader programme, working with the wider team to recruit and develop the opportunity for graduates/young people
- Undertake any other duties as requested by the Head of Fundraising.
Job title: Senior Fundraising Events Coordinator
Location: North London/Cambridge (with travel to the office once a week)
Salary: £37,226 per annum (Band O)
Preferred start date: March 2026
Length of contract: 2 years fixed contract
Reports to: Head of Fundraising
Expected travel:
Frequent travel around your county and other areas in the UK for school assemblies and school meetings. Occasional evening and weekend work for Schools Triathlon events in April-June and other stewardship events which time off in lieu will be given. Occasional overseas travel to Restless Development Hubs may be possible if of interest.
Other requirements: Must have a full drivers licence and access to a vehicle. Will be required to complete DBS check.
Skills and experience
Essential
- Experience of fundraising event planning and management
- Experience of using social media channels for stewardship & marketing
- Experience of using email system (DotDigital or equivalent)
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent planning, organisational and logistical skills
- Public speaking and presentation experience
- Strong IT skills (inc Excel), strong numeracy skills to process financial data
- Ability to manage high performing relationships with multiple stakeholders
- Ability to work to deadlines and balance multiple priorities
- Ability to manage own time and work autonomously
- Ability to think creatively and innovatively
- Strong written communication skills
- Full drivers licence and access to a vehicle
Desirable
- Interest in/ knowledge of international development
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Content Writer
Location: WWT Slimbridge GL2 (Hybrid work available)
Salary: £ 34,405 per annum
Contract: 12 month fixed term
Work Pattern: This is a full time role working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
About The Role
Are you a natural storyteller with a creative mind and a passion for nature? Are you able to craft engaging and powerful content that inspires action and drives change?
This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of a well-respected organisation with an ambitious mission to restore wetlands and inspire others to value and protect these incredible habitats. From providing homes for wildlife to protecting communities from flooding, we want to unlock the superpowers of wetlands so everyone can benefit.
Based in the Communications team, this hands-on role will craft high-impact stories that elevate WWT’s voice, build brand awareness and deepen engagement with our visitors, supporters and partners. Working with colleagues from conservation teams to visitor centre staff, you’ll uncover and share purpose-driven stories that showcase the wonder of wetlands and the impact of WWT’s work across the UK and beyond.
You’ll produce high-quality, audience-focused content – from articles and video scripts to campaign copy and thought leadership pieces – and lead the content component of key campaigns. Turning scientific insights into accessible and inspiring content, you’ll tell engaging stories that reflect our brand, values and ambition for a world where wetlands thrive.
About You
We are seeking an individual with:
- Proven experience in storytelling, journalism, copywriting or content creation.
- Experience developing narrative-led multimedia content and storyboards.
- Outstanding writing, editing and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail.
- Confident collaborator, able to work with scientists, site teams, volunteers and senior leaders.
- Experience creating content for digital platforms and an understanding of digital best practice.
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to juggle multiple projects.
- Confident in seeking stories, researching and developing ideas for high-impact creative content.
About Us
We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.
Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar.
Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?
Why you’ll love working at WWT
- Wake up every day knowing your work is helping to restore wetlands, and our world
- Be surrounded and inspired by our team of passionate, dedicated people
- 33 days annual leave (which goes up to 38 days after 5 years of service) – this includes bank holidays and you have flexibility to take those days whenever you want
- Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family
- Free car parking and secure bike storage areas
- Colleague discount on shopping and memberships
- Cycle to work scheme
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life Assurance of three times your salary, for peace of mind for your loved ones
- Independent personal, workplace and financial advice from our Employee Assistance Programme
If you want to make a direct contribution to the conservation of wetlands and wetland wildlife at a critical moment for the natural world, then click apply.
We are based in Slimbridge Wetland Centre, Gloucestershire, but support hybrid working with an expectation for team members to be in Slimbridge at least once a week.
This is 12 month fixed term contract working 37.5 hours a week Monday to Friday.
Closing Date: 16th February 2026
N.B. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications from candidates who meet the required skills and experience. We therefore encourage early applications.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit.
No agencies please.
Restore Wetlands and Unlock their Power



This is a senior leadership role managing our two flagship frontline services - Antifreeze and Gateway. You will lead 6-8 key workers and 30+ volunteers across two sites, overseeing day centre operations, street outreach, one-to-one keywork, group activities, and strategic initiatives.
As a member of the senior leadership team, you'll shape trauma-informed, dignity-centred services whilst contributing to our longer-term vision of tackling root causes of poverty. You will develop our services to be ready for new initiatives around housing and community-based support. In addition, you will have the role of Deputy Safeguarding Lead for the wider organisation.
A requirement of the role is for the post-holder to be a woman and a practising Christian in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
About Us
Off The Fence reaches out to break the cycle of poverty in Brighton & Hove, ensuring that no one is left behind. We believe in resisting poverty, empowering people, and restoring hope, and we work toward a future where social and spiritual poverty no longer exists. Poverty is complex—it’s not just about finances, but about housing, mental health, education, and belonging. To address these needs, Off The Fence now provides three core programmes, each offering a different form of practical and emotional support. As poverty in Brighton & Hove has increased, so has our commitment. At the heart of our work is a belief that every person deserves dignity, hope, and the opportunity to rebuild their life.
The Gateway Programme is dedicated to empowering women facing crisis, emotional hardship, or practical difficulties. Our Gateway Women’s Centre is a trauma-informed safe space where our support team offer confidential, one-to-one emotional, practical, and spiritual support. Through drop-ins, an essentials bank, and referrals, we equip women to confidently navigate life’s challenges. Our goal-based workshops and wellness sessions provide opportunities for personal development while creating moments of joy and belonging. Gateway empowers women to rebuild their lives. Whether through restorative care, discipleship sessions, or access to external services, women supported can step into a future of stability, community, and hope.
The Antifreeze Programme exists to break the cycle of social and spiritual poverty amidst homelessness, providing tangible steps towards a permanent home and long-term stability. Since 1998, Antifreeze has been a safe and warm space for members, offering faith-based, practical support services that restore dignity and hope. At our Day Centre, we provide hygiene facilities (showers & laundry), medical drop-ins, and essential survival provisions to meet immediate needs. Through 1-to-1 sessions, we support members with housing applications, benefits, and financial stability, while goal-based workshops equip them with skills to attain permanent homes and ethical employment. Our discipleship sessions encourage an advanced understanding of the Christian faith, offering fellowship and spiritual growth. To address digital poverty, we offer computer access for job searches and reconnecting with loved ones.
Beyond practical support, Antifreeze fosters healthy community relationships, improves mental health awareness, and helps members move toward ethical employment, reduced reliance on substances, and a forever home.
Main duties
Operational Management
- Oversee daily delivery of day centre, street outreach, keywork, and activities
- Manage £300k budget across both programmes
- Ensure safe staffing ratios through effective workforce planning
- Maintain compliance with H&S, safeguarding, GDPR, and quality standards
- Design and deliver projects aligned with fundraised income
Strategic Leadership
- Establish and drive a strategic vision for both programmes aligned with the Housing First approach
- Lead evidence-based service design informed by client needs and best practice
- Represent OTF at city-wide forums; build partnerships with local authorities and commissioners
- Hold budget responsibility of £300k ensuring financial sustainability
- Provide monthly KPI reports to senior leadership, Board, and funders
Team Leadership
- Line manage 6-8 key workers: supervision, reviews, development planning
- Lead recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members
- Ensure team has current knowledge of services and frameworks
- Recruit, train, and manage 30+ volunteers across programmes
- Foster a culture of excellence, compassion, and Christ-like service
Client Practice & Partnerships
- Maintain oversight of trauma-informed, person-centred delivery
- Lead faith-based activities, including Bible studies and discipleship
- Champion client voice in service design
- Build relationships with housing, health, and voluntary sector providers
- Support fundraising through case studies and impact reporting
In your cover letter, highlight why you are drawn to this role, your relevant experience in line with the job description and how your Christian faith informs your professional practice. Please ensure your cover letter is a maximum of two pages.
Tackling social and spiritual poverty across Brighton and Hove
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for a committed individual with strong experience of working with vulnerable women to provide essential, tailored casework support for residents living in Ella’s’ safe house accommodation. You’ll need to be caring and professional, passionate about the vision and mission of Ella’s, and able to maintain and develop strong partnerships with other community organisations and groups, both locally within boroughs and London-wide. The ideal candidate will be welcomed into a small but dynamic organisation, supporting and empowering women to recover from the trauma they’ve been through, and build lives that are safe and free.
Special conditions
● You will be asked to provide an enhanced DBS check.
● Due to the nature of this work, this role is for women only.
● The postholder is expected to take part in the out of hours on-call service.
● Ability and willingness to work flexibly, and at other Ella’s locations.
Two reasons why you should join Ella’s
1. You will make a difference: Ella’s is a London-based organisation working with women who have survived trafficking and sexual exploitation. Join us, and be a crucial part of ensuring survivors have all they need to recover and build lives that are safe and free.
2. You will work in a great place: We are a passionate, growing organisation. Of our staff, 100% say they would recommend Ella’s as a place to work. As a team, we are strong, women-led, authentic, professional, fun and supportive of one another.
Job description
The purpose of this role is to provide essential, tailored casework support for residents living in Ella’s’ safe house accommodation. The main responsibilities of this role are:
● Provide one-to-one support for safe house residents This includes ensuring that survivors understand their rights and that these are met, coaching survivors to identify and work towards their personal goals, supporting survivors to access appropriate services/treatment providers and ultimately be supported into independence.
● Manage social work students, placements and interns.
● Maintain and develop borough related relationships.
We are looking for a passionate individual who has strong experience of working with vulnerable women, is aligned with the vision and mission of Ella’s and can maintain and develop strong partnerships with other community organisations and groups, both locally within boroughs and London-wide. The ideal candidate will be welcomed into a small but dynamic organisation, supporting and empowering women to recover from the trauma they’ve been through, and build lives that are safe and free. The role also offers opportunities to contribute to the direction and vision of Ella’s.
Key tasks
Casework provision
● Provide high quality casework support to residents (housing, financial, legal, mental health, and physical wellbeing support)
● Support survivor empowerment to speak out and self-advocate
● Carry out regular risk assessment with survivors and respond to any safeguarding concerns as per Ella’s’ safeguarding procedures
● Provide day-to-day support and build trusting relationships with the service users
● Be sensitive to the rapidly changing emotional and physical needs of the service users and respond accordingly
● Manage all paperwork, processing any personal data in accordance with Ella’s’ policies and procedures
● Ensure casenote records are recorded within 24 hours of each service user contact using Ella’s’ case management system
● Assist service users with administrative tasks as required: reaching out to supporting agencies, booking appointments, form-filling, and attending appointments
● Assume an advocacy role during external appointments, if required
● Assist in writing covering letters and support letters to compliment service users’ application forms, advocate for the service user in specific needs, or to keep other organisations updated as required
● Research the requirements for benefit applications and assisting service users to complete (as required)
● Liaise effectively with other agencies involved in the care or support of service users to ensure their needs are sufficiently met
● Manage referrals and new intakes
● Help create survivor led support plans
● Work collaboratively with other accommodation caseworkers
● Encourage and supporting survivors to attend sessions and activities inside and outside of Ella's
Volunteer coordination
● Oversee social work students and/or interns placed within the safe house, with support from the service manager
● Ensure relevant policies and procedures are upheld by self, all volunteers and visitors who come into contact with survivors
● Adhere to and ensure all students and interns have a good knowledge of Ella’s’ casework management forms and recording systems and oversee the consistent use of these
● Provide regular supervision to students and interns Safeguarding, and health and safety
● Work in collaboration with the Safehousee and Facilities Manager
● Ensure all major incidents, accidents, safeguarding concerns or potential hazards are managed, reported and recorded according to Ella’s’ policies and procedures
● Participate in the identification and assessment of risks and implement agreed working procedures to minimise their impact; writing risk assessments as required
● Promote awareness of health and safety amongst service users, including those who use emergency/on call systems, fire prevention and control systems as necessary
● Ensure the location confidentiality of Ella’s’ premises to protect survivors and safeguard staff and volunteers
● Participate in any relevant Safeguarding training and keep up to date with any changes to Ella’s’ safeguarding policies and procedures
Accommodation and risk management
● Run regular house meetings and house outings for residents
● Support residents with housing benefit and service charges
● Manage all paperwork in the premises, processing any personal data in accordance with Ella’s’ Data Protection Policy and procedures
● Handle emergency situations calmly and professionally
● Ensure all safety and security procedures are followed to keep self and others safe
● Maintain a safe and secure working environment
● Ensure the location confidentiality of Ella’s’ premises to protect survivors and safeguard staff and volunteers
Other/general duties
● Develop strategic partnerships with local agencies working within the Violence Against Women and Girls sector and other local organisations or businesses that could enrich the work of Ella’s
● Take part in the out of hours on-call service
● Attend any training required for the role, keeping up to date with any developments and changes within the sector
● Represent the work at Ella’s with integrity at all times
● Adhere to all of Ella's policies and procedures at all times
● Be an active member of the organisation, attending any team meetings that are required and contribute to Ella's’ strategic goals and input into its direction of growth
● Attend monthly supervision with the service manager and keep in regular contact
● Manage all paperwork, processing any personal data in accordance with Ella’s’ policies and procedures
● Support Ella’s’ fundraising and external communications by assisting with the gathering of stories, data and so on
● Complete any other duties as directed by the service manager which are within the scope of the role
See attachments for Person Specification and how to apply.
Our mission is to ensure survivors of trafficking and exploitation have all they need to recover and build lives that are safe and free.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Position: MS Dynamics CRM Systems Administrator
Hours: Full-time (35 hours a week)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Office-based in London, N4 with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: Starting from £35,825 per annum, plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 2, Professional and Technical
You’ll start at our entry point salary of £35,825 per annum, increasing to £38,065 after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £40,403 after a further 6 months.
About us
We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.
Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.
Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.
Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.
About this job
The MS Society has made a huge investment in technology to implement a new CRM system to enable us to improve in use of our data and to streamline contact with the MS Community, including Services, Fundraising and directed communications. This is the Organisation’s key, central system.
90% of all funding for the charity is processed through the CRM system including Gift Aid, regular giving and special events, Direct Debits. This role is critical and responsible for the end-to-end processes working and, therefore, the income being processed and collected in a timely fashion.
The role will be part of a CRM team responsible for managing and supporting functionality and data integrity within the CRM system. The role is also responsible for managing key internal and external relationships at all levels.
The role is also responsible for delivering the 1st, 2nd line support of the CRM system as well as building import templates, workflows and that data within is clean, accessible and available.
The successful candidate is expected to be an expert in their field.
Closing date for applications: 9:00am on Friday 20th February 2026
Interested?
PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled people and or people from minoritised ethnic backgrounds.
We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application.
Disability Confident Employer
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.
You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.
If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.
More about our recruitment and selection process
- The first round of our recruitment and selection process includes an interview with competency-based questions.
- Our recruitment and selection process might also include extra tasks. For example, a written or Microsoft Excel test or making a presentation.
- We’ll let you know what the selection process will include when we invite you to interview. You can ask for any more reasonable adjustments for the interview as part of the invitation.
- You might also be invited for a second interview. We’ll let you know about this during the selection process.
More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to):
Encouraging work life balance
- 39 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
- More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
- Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us)
- Flexible working options
Caring for you and your family
- Generous sick pay entitlement
- More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment
- Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year
- Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis
- Enhanced leave for new parents
- Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
- Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
- 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- Cycle to work scheme
- Death in service scheme
- New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
- In the event of miscarriage or still birth
- To support fertility treatments
- For antenatal appointments for both parents
Thinking about your finances
- Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
- Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
- New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing
Enriching your life at work
- Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
- Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
- New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely
- Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups)
- Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community)
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal
Safeguarding
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.
This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.
We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.
We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.
Your right to work in the UK
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.
You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.
No agencies please.
To fund world-leading research, share the latest information and campaign for everyone's rights. Together we are a community. Together we can stop MS
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Finance
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Manage financial bookkeeping (Xero, Sage, or equivalent), including credit control, and oversee charity income and expenditure in line with funding requirements and Charity Commission regulations. Act as the day-to-day liaison with accountants.
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Assist the executive team with budget management, helping to set priorities that meet funder or partner specifications.
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Prepare monthly financial monitoring reports for the trustee board and complete grant reconciliations in line with funder requirements.
Systems & procedures
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Develop and maintain processes that assist business objectives, ensure compliance, and uphold quality standards.
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Monitor daily operations, addressing potential issues proactively.
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Undertake general financial and HR administration, including ordering, invoicing, DBS checks, staff inductions, personnel filing, and systems to support budget monitoring and audits.
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Support the efficient management of office and operational procedures, promoting best practice and maximising efficiency.
Stakeholder & suppliers
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Consider the needs of internal and external stakeholders and incorporate them into strategic planning.
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Manage contractual relationships with suppliers as required.
Data Control & Management:
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Develop and maintain accurate, up-to-date data and information in line with partnership systems and procedures.
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Act as the organisation’s Data Controller, ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act.
Health & Safety
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To act as the organisation’s Health & Safety lead, to ensure compliance in accordance with HSE and to provide information to the exec team and the trustees.
Administrative
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To provide personal assistance to the Head of Operations, when necessary
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To undertake the minute secretary role for Think Active CSW meetings, ensuring efficient organisation and dissemination of information.
Miscellaneous
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Generating income or raising funds.
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Travel to venues to meet the needs of the organisation
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Assist in the identification and undertaking of the postholder's own training and development requirements in accordance with the appropriate organisation's "confident, capable, inspirational people plan"
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To undertake such duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature, as may be determined by the Chief Executive or Executive team from time to time, in conjunction with the post holder.
Person Specification
CORE VALUES
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Team player with a supportive, flexible, and professional approach.
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Demonstrates kindness, consideration, appreciation, and tolerance, expecting the same in return.
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Strong work ethic with resilience and willingness to go above and beyond.
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Respects confidentiality and can reflect on personal performance to drive improvement.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Essential
Knowledge:
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Strong understanding of operations management, systems, and processes.
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Knowledge of financial procedures, reporting, and budget management.
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Experience with databases, project management, and IT systems.
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Awareness of safeguarding, health, community, and legislation.
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Knowledge of performance measurement, reporting, and current funding streams in the sport and physical activity sector.
Skills & Abilities:
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to lead, motivate, persuade, negotiate, and influence at all levels.
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Strategic, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
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Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards.
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IT literate, including ability to use Excel or willingness to adapt and learn new systems, with an understanding of how technology enhances planning, evaluation, and communications.
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Proven project management experience.
Experience:
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Measuring organisational performance to deliver strategic objectives.
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Developing and improving internal and external systems, processes, and communications.
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Strategic planning, implementation, review, and adaptation.
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Managing teams, including setting objectives and reviewing performance.
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Building and maintaining partnerships across voluntary, public, and private sectors.
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Managing budgets (£100k–£300k) and preparing financial reports.
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Generating income, preparing funding bids, and securing resources.
Desirable:
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Experience supporting volunteers, leaders, and professional workforces in sport, physical activity, or health contexts
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Project Management qualification
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Additional finance and budget-setting experience
BEHAVIOURAL TRAITS
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Innovative, forward-thinking, developmental, and solution-focused
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Passionate, inspirational, and motivational with a positive, can-do attitude
TECHNICAL AND PRACTICAL REQUIREMENTS
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Willingness to work occasional evenings/weekends.
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Ability to travel across Coventry, Solihull and Warwickshire.
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This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; appointment is subject to a satisfactory DBS check.
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Think Active’s main headquarters are in Leamington Spa, with work also taking place across Coventry, Solihull, and Warwickshire. We operate a blended working model that includes home working, office attendance, and travel to meetings as required. The post holder will be expected to work flexibly to meet the organisation's needs.
For everyone in Coventry, Solihull & Warwickshire to benefit from movement and enjoy sport and physical activity in safe and thriving communities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £38,346 -£42,544 per annum (depending on experience and skill level)
Contract length: Permanent
Location: Remote/ Hybrid – Oxfordshire preferable but open to other locations within catchment area, flexible working.
Responsible to: Programme Manager Catchment Partnerships, or directly to Assistant Head of Improving Rivers / Head of Improving Rivers
About Thames21
Thames21 is an environmental charity which works across London and the Thames Basin to deliver high-impact nature-based solutions to the climate and biodiversity crisis by restoring rivers, whilst also connecting communities to their local green-blue spaces and inspiring long-term stewardship of them.
Diversity at Thames21
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Thames21 is key to our success and as such we employ staff from a diverse range of backgrounds, this we feel is key in ensuring that everybody has an equal opportunity and is not treated differently or discriminated against because of their characteristics. We value the voices of our individual employees, and we strive to work in a collaborative, innovative balanced way. The postholder must actively support this.
Purpose of the job
To drive forward Thames21’s ‘Thames Valley’ (broadly Oxfordshire/ Buckinghamshire/ Berkshire) catchment areas programme in line with our 5-year plan and future strategies ensuring appropriate integration across Thames21 and partner organisations. This includes building and sustaining a team to reduce diffuse pollution, increase biodiversity, improve water quality, and support agricultural businesses to deliver environmental improvement works and nature friendly farming practices.
The postholder requires operational experience and knowledge at catchment scale as well as project and people management experience. They will take a strategic overview of the programme and guide our growth in the thematical and geographical area, with a particular focus on the following outcomes.
- Work with 20 farmers each year to reduce diffuse pollution at source and flood risk.
- Offer advice on nature-based solutions and grant funding to farmers and landowners.
- Plant 30,000 trees annually.
- Input and support the achievement of other applicable 5-year plan targets. i.e. River restoration and catchment scale monitoring.
- Increase Thames21 presence in the Thames Valley, identifying opportunities, supporting, and complimenting the work of other NGOs and regional Rivers Trusts.
The role is a relatively new area of work for Thames21 and may consist of supporting a range of projects and programmes including Catchment Partnerships, Farm Clusters and Natural Flood Management.
Finally, the postholder will take a lead in progressing Thames21’s resilience strategy i.e. working closely with the Fundraising Team, the Catchment Partnership Team, and partner organisations to increase private and public investment to deliver healthy resilient rivers and catchments.
Additional requirements may include supporting other Thames21 projects and funding applications, as the need arises.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
You will oversee and manage the delivery of diverse projects. You will also develop your team’s scope, strategy and action plan in order to grow the team to deliver 5-year plan targets work closely with expert (e.g. statutory bodies, authorities, NGOs and academics) and non-expert (e.g. community groups and volunteers) stakeholders to develop, fund and deliver projects within the catchments, and oversee their management. You will also work closely with the Assistant/ Head of Improving Rivers and other members of the Thames21 team to develop funding applications and steer the direction of the catchment areas.
Tasks include:
· Programme Development & Integration
Develop and expand the Thames Valley catchment programme in line with Thames21’s 5-year strategy, ensuring integration with other teams.
· Funding & Financial Management
Secure diverse funding sources and manage project budgets, including financial reporting and cost tracking to meet objectives.
· Project & Risk Management
Lead project delivery, monitor progress, and identify risk mitigation strategies to ensure continued success.
· Team Leadership & Staff Development
Manage and support staff through training, appraisals, workload balancing, and adherence to health and safety requirements.
· Stakeholder Engagement
Build and maintain relationships with internal teams, funding bodies, landowners and other external stakeholders.
· Technical & Farm Advisory Support
Provide farm advice, generate reports (including GIS mapping), and maintain a database of visits and environmental opportunities.
· Catchment-Based Approach Advocacy
Promote and apply catchment-based principles internally and externally in water and land management.
· Health, Safety & Compliance
Ensure compliance with health and safety policies and broader regulatory requirements across all projects.
· Information & Data Management
Maintain accurate documentation and project data systems, supporting transparency and accountability.
· Promotion & Communications
Support production of publicity materials and represent Thames21’s work to broader audiences.
Other Duties
This job description cannot cover every issue or task that may arise within Thames21. At various times the post-holder will be directed to carry out other reasonable duties in support of other Thames21 activities that are consistent with those in this Job Description.
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About Charity Right
We are a focused and passionate international food charity on a mission to free people from the devastating effects of hunger. Since our founding, we have provided over 40 million meals across 7 countries, serving those who need it most with dignity and care.
Our Mission
We believe that no child should go to school hungry. Our single-cause focus allows us to be exceptionally effective at what we do best: providing nutritious school meals that keep children in classrooms and give them the opportunity to break free from poverty through education.
About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Fundraising and Events Lead to support our growing portfolio of physical fundraising events. The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating and delivering a range of challenges and events, from local charity walks to international treks and marathons. This is an ideal position for someone early in their career who is passionate about events, fitness, and purpose-driven work.
This hands-on role will help you build valuable experience in events fundraising, logistics, supporter care, and campaign delivery while working across teams to ensure each event achieves its fundraising goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Events & Challenge Lead
Assist in the planning and delivery of Charity Right’s physical fundraising events, including but not limited to:
- Local charity walks and runs
- UK marathons and half-marathons
- International treks (e.g., Everest Base Camp, Kilimanjaro)
- International marathons and endurance challenges
- Support logistics such as registration, travel coordination, permits, supplies, safety planning, and postevent wrap-ups
- Liaise with event partners, tour operators, venues, and sponsors where relevant
- Ensure all events are aligned with Charity Right's values and fundraising stand Participant Support
- Provide first-class support to event participants from sign-up to post-event follow-up
- Help supporters set up and optimise their fundraising pages
- Motivate and encourage participants to reach their fundraising targets
- Maintain regular communication with participants throughout their journey
Marketing and Promotion
- Work with the Marketing team to create engaging promotional content for each event/challenge
- Support email campaigns, social media content, and digital materials to drive sign-ups
- Assist in creating fundraising packs, challenge guides, and event-day materials Data and Reporting
- Maintain accurate data on participants and donors using the CRM system
- Contribute to event impact reporting, including feedback collection and case studies
- Track fundraising progress against targets and report on key metrics
Volunteer Engagement
- Help recruit and brief volunteers for relevant events and activities
- Ensure volunteers are well-supported and represent Charity Right's values
- Coordinate volunteer schedules and responsibilities for event days
Essential Skills and Experience
- Experience working within the charity or non-profit sector
- Familiarity with CRM or fundraising databases
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Confident interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with participants, volunteers, and external partners
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfort learning new digital tools
- High attention to detail, particularly when managing data and logistics
- A proactive, can-do attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to travel within the UK for events and occasional work on evenings or weekends
- Genuine passion for charitable work and Charity Right's mission
- At least 1 year's experience in events coordination, fundraising, customer service, or a related field
- Experience supporting or participating in challenge events such as marathons, treks, or endurance activities
Desirable
- Understanding of fundraising regulations and best practice (e.g., Fundraising Regulator Code)
- Volunteer coordination or management experience
- A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
- First aid certification or willingness to obtain one
Working Culture:
We are a remote-first organisation. This role offers flexibility in working hours and location, with occasional UK travel required for key events and team meetings. You’ll be part of a purpose-driven team committed to creativity, integrity, and delivering real-world impact.
We are on a mission to end child hunger - one school meal at a time. Hunger doesn’t just mean an empty stomach. It keeps children out of school.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an exciting opportunity to support the work of a small psychotherapy and mental health charity
Working alongside our office administrator and houses coordinator, you will support the Chair and Treasurer to ensure the smooth running of the finances of the organization.
This is a permanent role for the equivalent of one day a week (8 hours) hybrid working. You will be based in our office in Hampstead, London one afternoon a week (day can be negotiated), and the other hours will be worked when needed. Please state in your application which days you are able to work.
Salary is £40,000 WTE, plus paid annual leave and pension contribution.
You will also be eligible for free places on the Philadelphia Association study programme courses.
Start date: as soon as possible. You will receive handover from the current finance coordinator, who will remain in post until you can start.
Closing date for applications: 20th February 2026 (we reserve the right to close the advert earlier than advertised if sufficient applications have been received.)
Interview date is likely to be Saturday 28th February 2026. Please let us know if there are dates you cannot attend.
The PA offers THERAPY to individuals, couples and groups. Therapy opens up a space for thinking that is helpful when things go wrong in our lives.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Key Information
Location: Kennington, office-based
Salary: from £34,000
Contract: Full-Time, Maternity Cover (9-12months)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm with some out-of-hours work needed for events such as our Spear Celebrations
Closing date: Monday 23rd February (We are interviewing on a rolling basis and might close the application early if we find the right candidate)
Assessment Day: Thursday 5th March
For more information please read through our Work With Us Information Pack and Job Specification.
If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please let us know.
Role Responsibilities
Strategy, vision and impact
- Be at the forefront of leading our ‘big picture’ vision of a transformed society, empowering churches to transform young lives
- Build and implement a strategy for developing relationships with local referral agencies to ensure effective recruitment of young people onto the Spear programme
- Oversee the reporting of the Centre outcomes and ensure the Spear Programme is delivered in line with agreed targets
Leadership, line management and training
- Lead your team with confidence; spurring them on our mission; invest in a team culture of excellence, belonging and fun
- Manage and develop the Lead Coach and Assistant Coach, using a coaching approach to invest in their growth and development. This includes weekly 1:1s, performance reviews and regular feedback
- Equip your team to drive change through a data informed approach, and keep them accountable to agreed targets for the Spear Programme
Relationship management
- Manage great relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including referrers, local businesses, donors, and your Board of Trustees
- Embed into your local church; working closely with your Spear Trustees and congregation, and actively participating in their mission and events
- Partner with the Spear Trustees and assist in implementing their funding strategy by helping to build corporate
- and donor relationships. For example, by hosting prospective donors in the Training Room
Delivery of the Spear Programme
- Support group and 1-1 coaching with numerous 16-24-year-olds: equipping them with practical work-ready skills and resilient mindsets
- Provide guidance to the Lead Coach in the training room when dealing with behavioural and safeguarding situations and upskill coaches with consistent coaching feedback
- Use a coaching approach to engage young people in challenging conversations that will enable them to take responsibility and over significant barriers to employment
Operations
- Liaise with relevant staff regarding site operations and work to resolve any issues as soon as possible, ensuring the office and training room are safe and tidy working spaces in line with health and safety policies
Person Specification
- You are an active Christian, passionate about your work being a lived expression of your faith
- You want to help others reach their full potential, and enable young people to overcome significant barriers to employment
- You have demonstrable experience in coaching, teaching or training and development, as well as being keen to develop these skills further
- You are an experienced and mature leader/line manager, or have great leadership potential, and are eager to bring out the best in your team
- You are confident building relationships with a variety of stakeholders, with effective written and verbal communication skills
- You are looking for a varied, hands-on role, where you won't be tied to a desk
Spear is a dynamic, growing youth employment charity that coaches young people to overcome barriers and thrive in work and life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Title: Governance Operations Officer
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000
Location: UK remote - with occasional travel to Haywards Heath, when required
Contract:Permanent
Hours:Full time 35 hours per week – part time/flexible working will be considered
Responsibilities
As the Governance Operations Officer you will support Sightsavers governing boards, as well as working with UK Board and its sub committees, ensuring that they are provided with a comprehensive and efficient support service, enabling them to discharge their roles. Duties and responsibilities include:
Board Administration – manage and facilitate the smooth running of all meetings:
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Preparation of agendas, papers, minutes and their circulation for meetings.
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Booking teleconferences and venues, notifying participants of date and time and providing them meeting details.
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Liaising with partner organisations on coordinating bookings, accommodation and logistics for physical and hybrid meetings.
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Attending meetings, taking accurate minutes and circulating these in a timely manner as required.
Planning and Coordination
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Scheduling the meetings and ensuring that the specific constitutional conditions of the relevant boards are met.
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Provide administrative support to the Safeguarding team on record keeping and meetings.
Insurance
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Coordinate and assist with the renewal and procurement of Sightsavers Group insurance policies, including life, medical, travel, liability and premises insurance.
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Manage the record keeping associated with Sightsavers’ insurance policies and any associated claims.
Governance, Compliance and Risk Management
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Manage activities related to matters of organisational governance, including the outputs from internal and external governance reviews, changes in legislation, best practice and strategic direction.
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Advise and support on matters of best practice in the area of Charity Governance.
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Support the Information Security, Compliance and Legal teams on projects relating to data protection, information security and organisational compliance.
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Support the Human Resources, Safeguarding and Governance teams to strengthen Sightsavers safe recruitment practice.
Safeguarding and Audit
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Assist the Internal Audit Manager and the General Counsel with the organisation and process of internal audits
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Support on the collection and presentation of key documentation and information required for internal audits
This is a highly varied and involved role, and the above is not an exhaustive list of duties or required professional skills. Please see the Job Description for full details.
Skills and Experience
Essential
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Experience in managing, arranging and facilitating meetings
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Event management experience (booking venues, accommodation and logistics for physical and hybrid meetings)
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Minute taking experience and skills
Desirable
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Administrative experience
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Some prior exposure to governance, compliance, or administration (e.g., through volunteering, internships, or academic work).
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Interest in international development and/or disability rights.
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Experience working in a not-for-profit or similar environment.
This is a highly varied and involved role, and the above is not an exhaustive list of duties or required professional skills. Please see the Job Description for full details.
Candidates are welcome to demonstrate their ability to match the person specification by expanding on how their experience, training and/or qualifications might have provided them with the knowledge or skills required for the role. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit.
Next Steps
Sightsavers offers some fantastic benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package includes generous annual leave allowance, pension, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym memberships and wellness discounts. If you choose to work in or are visiting our collaborative, modern office space, you will find it an easy 20-minute train journey from Brighton or 45 minutes from London.
To apply for this exciting new opportunity, please submit your CV via our recruitment portal and answer the application questions. We are particularly interested in learning of your motivations for applying.
Please note that there will be an expectation that you can occasionally visit our modern and collaborative offices in Haywards Heath, West Sussex (RH16 3BW).
We anticipate that 1st stage in-person interviews will take place during the week commencing 16 February, and the evaluation process will include a task and 2 stage interviews, to be completed by shortlisted candidates.
Closing date: 1 March 2026
As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.
Sightsavers is an employer that does not tolerate any form of harassment and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. All potential candidates will be subjected to rigorous background checks and controls.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
