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Sue Ryder has an exciting opportunity as we seek to appoint a Solicitor to join our amazing team of legal experts.
This role is key to the provision of comprehensive legal advice and support across the charity to meet legal obligations, including compliance with legislation and sector best practice.
The newly appointed Solicitor will be pivotal in providing advice to directors and senior leadership on regulatory and compliance matters.
About the role:
Amongst areas such as contracts, governance, fundraising, intellectual property, employment litigation and Data protection a key area of the role focus and responsibilities will be Healthcare and will include:
• Draft access permissions (eg research, elective placements)
• Draft and review policies, procedures and guidelines
• Advise on HM Coroner matters (reports, investigations, inquests)
• Advise on StJRs
• Advise on Deprivation of Liberty Standards
• Requests for patient data from healthcare professionals, lawyers etc
• Advise on complaints up to Ombudsman level
• Advise on human rights
• Advise on LPAs
• Monitor healthcare legislation as it affects the charity’s areas of operations
• Advise on legal, regulatory and compliance matters (anti bribery, anti-money laundering, data protection, care standards and charity regulations)
• Manage relationships with external solicitors, barristers in both contentious and non-contentious matters.
• Support senior managers in navigating new legal and regulatory developments.
• Draft and review policies, procedures and guidance
• Positively influence the charity’s ethical culture
• Advise on document retention period
About you:
• Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate and influence at all levels of the charity
• Strong communication skills and ability to put across complex legal concepts to managers with a non-legal background
• Ability to prioritise and manage workload
• Able to draft with clarity
• Analytical skills with solution-driven approach
• Ability to identify reputational and other risks and devise strategies to manage them
• Alert to ethical and professional issues, capable of identifying conflicts of interest
• Resilient, tied to professional approach
• Ability to work independently
• Legal research
• Attention to detail
• Proficient in using IT
Minimum Essential criteria:
• Experience of working as a solicitor with a healthcare provider
• Qualified solicitor, holding current practising certificate
• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Available for hybrid working, 2 days in Colchester minimum
Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone.
We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date should we feel we have a sufficient number of suitable applications.
Benefits
• Company pension scheme
• 27 days holiday - rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Enhanced sick pay
• Employee Networks - LGBTQ+, Ethnic Diversity and Equality, People with Disabilities, and Women and Non Binary Individuals
• Staff discount of 10% on new goods online
• Structured induction programme and learning and development opportunities.
We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and continue to make Sue Ryder a great place to work, and attract and recruit the best, most diverse workforce possible.
We are particularly interested in increasing applications from the global majority, LGBTQIA+ and people with disabilities as they are currently underrepresented in our organisation.
Please let us know if you have any feedback to make our recruitment processes more accessible and inclusive or if you require any adjustments made to your application or interview process
If you want more than just a job, we want you.
Join the team and be there when it matters.
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Bloomsbury Football
Bloomsbury Football is on a mission to transform young lives through football. We’re looking for an ambitious, values-driven leader to set the strategy and scale our Club Football programme, currently supporting 500+ young people aged 6–18 each week.
This is a senior role with real ownership: shaping the vision for 3x growth over the next three years, while ensuring exceptional, development-focused delivery for every player.
What you’ll do
- Set and lead the strategy for the growth and expansion of Bloomsbury’s Club Football programme
- Ensure high-quality, consistent delivery that drives meaningful social and football outcomes
- Lead and develop the Club Football Coordinator and wider delivery team
- Oversee programme budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and return on social impact
- Build strong relationships with players, parents, coaches and external partners
- Represent Bloomsbury Football as a champion of football for social change
Who we’re looking for
- Strategic thinker with experience scaling programmes and managing teams and budgets
- A proven leader of youth programmes, with a sound understanding of sport for development
- Collaborative, solutions-oriented approach that drives teams towards high-quality, high-impact results
- Deep alignment with Bloomsbury Football’s values and belief in football as a force for good
- Excellent academic record
Use the power of football to improve mental & physical wellbeing, foster cohesion & build life skills to give young people the best chance to succeed



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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job title: HR & Admin Manager
Reports to: Head of Finance and Operations
Salary: £41,000 - £48,000 depending on experience.
Hours: 37.5 per week (part time, flexible working available)
Benefits: 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pension contribution
About Black Thrive
Black Thrive Global (BTG) evolved from the work of the Black Thrive Lambeth Partnership, which was established in 2016. We exist to address the inequalities that negatively impact the mental health and wellbeing of Black people so that the thriving of Black communities is the norm.
Our guiding principle is that Black communities should be at the forefront of reimagining, redefining and co-creating a society where systemic racism and other oppressive systems have been dismantled so that they have fulfilling lives. We have two priorities – building a Black Thrive Research Institute and embedding race equity in systems change.
Purpose of the role
The purpose of this role is to support our Head of Finance and Operations with our HR, operations and admin functions including managing systems to efficiently run the business and achieve strategic objectives agreed by Black Thrive Board of Directors. This includes being the first point of contact for HR and office queries, leading the recruitment process, managing onboarding and offboarding, preparing employment contracts (Full-time and/or part-time, zero hours and/or fixed terms contracts), supporting the Finance Officer with payroll, checking and following right-to-work in the UK, administrating DBS checks and creating new company policies together with management. The ideal candidate will be a sound HR generalist who has a good understanding of UK employment laws, organisational governance and is comfortable working independently, have refined problem-solving skills, and thrive in a rapidly evolving environment.
Duties and responsibilities
1. The HR Manager assumes the primary responsibility for ensuring the organisations employment policies are fit for purpose and in line with any changes in employment legislation and for communicating the changes to the Directors and SLT where required.
2. Support the Head of Finance & Operations to manage HR and admin functions, including working with managers to prepare job descriptions, employment contracts, onboarding and offboarding.
3. Lead the recruitment process for new staff to source appropriate candidates for the organisation. This includes job advertising, shortlisting, interviewing, pre-employment checks and other pre-employment activities that are necessary.
4. Ensure the renewal of DBS checks for all staff is carried out on a periodic basis.
5. Process new joiners and leavers on the HR platforms and liaising with IT Support to ensure staff are set up or removed as needed.
6. Plan and coordinate induction for new employees.
7. Manage the employee performance reviews, and performance improvement plans in line with the organisations policies and any legislative requirements.
8. Work with the Head of Finance and Operations to implement and review the organisations reward principles and salary benchmarking exercise.
9. Support the Head of Finance and Operations to embed Black Thrive’s mission and values across the organisation, leading and driving the required culture change.
10. Review the existing policies and update or create new HR related policies in line with the current employment laws or governance requirements.
11. Develop, implement and review the employee development and training plan / strategy with the Head of Finance and Operations.
12. Develop and manage the annual training budget.
13. Ensure the provision of effective day-to-day office administration and support across the organisation.
14. Develop and implement sound strategies and initiatives to enhance the people management skills and capabilities across their teams.
15. Assist the Head of Finance and Operations in ensuring adherence to GDPR legislation liaising with external DPO service provider as required.
16. Responsible for ensuring staff issues around performance, disciplinary issues, needs for aids and adaptations and other wellbeing issues are dealt with in line with the organisations policies and procedures. Liaising with external HR providers where necessary.
17. Manage employee relations and resolving conflicts and disciplinary issues / grievances
18. Manage the relationship with BTG’s outsourced HR partners.
19. Ensure employee health and safety compliance and all associated documentation is maintained.
20. Ensure all employee information in Bright HR is updated daily and accurately to ensure that the payroll can be processed on the due date.
21. Enhance the development and use of Bright HR across the organisation.
22. Produce and deliver presentations, reports and other material relevant to the role.
23. Supporting staff wellbeing, including promoting the Employee Assistance Program, conducting check-ins as needed, facilitating return-to-work meetings, and tracking staff absences such as sickness, time off in lieu (TOIL), and holidays.
Please note: The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your evolving role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.
Company Benefits
- Flexible working – we give you control over your work schedule
- Up to 34 days annual leave inclusive of 8 days bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Employee Assistance programme
PERSON SPECIFICATION
HR & Admin Manager
Qualifications and Experience
Equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration or related field.
Practical knowledge of HR best practice policies and procedures in the UK.
Knowledge of business compliance in relation to HR, health and safety and data protection.
Experience in developing and implementing new systems and processes in start-up environments.
Previous experience of working in an HR/People generalist role.
Experience setting up and maintaining administrative systems that are compliant with data protection and privacy laws.
Ability, skills, knowledge
Good knowledge and understanding of Payroll/HR policies
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Proven experience in delivering a payroll operational or contractual administration service
Confident dealing with issues like succession planning, workforce planning and talent development.
Commitment to equality for all people as well as good knowledge and understanding of the experiences of Black people of African and Caribbean descent and a strong drive to address the factors which negatively impact upon their health and wellbeing.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including conveying complex information adaptable to people from different professional backgrounds and levels of seniority.
Excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, ability to multitask and to manage a heavy workload and competing priorities.
Ability to work at speed through ambiguity and uncertainty and remain calm under pressure.
Ability to remain enthusiastic, optimistic and solutions-focused in the face of adversity and to deliver tangible results with minimal supervision.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required but we will treat applicants who have a criminal record fairly and will not unreasonably discriminate because of a conviction or other information revealed.
Please attach your CV of no longer than 4 pages. In addition please attach a covering letter that shows how you meet the requirements for the role and why you think you are a good fit for the role. If you are interested in the role please apply as quickly as possible as we will be reviewing applications as they come in and may hold interviews and choose a candidate before the closing date.
We exist to change the odds stacked against Black people by embedding race equity into systemic change so that thriving is the norm not the exception



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Accountability Officer
Salary: £47,000p.a. FTE (pro-rata salary for 30+ hours)
We also offer 27 days of annual leave (pro-rated for hours worked) plus bank holidays and a birthday day off, 8% employer pension contributions, a core hours system of working and enhanced family friendly policies
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (30+ hours per week and job share will be considered. We are open to discussing how this may work for you.)
Location: Wigan, London (office or hybrid working) or remote-based with occasional travel
Keep Britain Tidy is one of the UK’s leading environmental charities. At a time when we are living in a world that is facing its greatest environmental challenges, the work we do has never been more important or more urgent.
As we’re moving forward we recognise that a diverse workforce yields the best results. We embrace all the different identities in the UK and we want our workforce to reflect that.
Environmental change is affecting us all and we want people from all backgrounds to be part of the solution and help us make the changes that cannot wait. It is for this reason that Keep Britain Tidy has flexible and supportive policies for all our staff, and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
If you love keeping organisational systems in order, we want to hear from you.
This is a satisfying role where you can develop links across the organisation and maintain efficient functionality of multiple key systems alongside other stakeholders. Key areas of responsibility include:
- GDPR
- Health and Safety
- Risk register
- Emergency planning and business continuity processes
- Legal signposting
- Document storage
- Policy and process
Working closely with the senior executive team, this role has wide reach across the organisation. Regularly meeting with programme teams this role ensures compliance and engagement across the organisation supporting staff to ensure that we operate safely and securely. Acting as the Data Protection Officer and providing support on health and safety this role leverages strong business partnering skills to make a real difference across the organisation.
All our roles benefit from generous holiday entitlement and pension contributions, including the opportunity to join the UK’s first net zero carbon pension scheme and to receive extra days leave for using alternatives to flights. If you need any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, you just need to let us know.
If you are interested in this job and want to help us make a difference, please review a copy of the full job description and ensure that you meet the essential criteria found in the person specification before applying.
After reading the application information, if you would love to work with us and apply, please continue to apply.
As part of the application process you will need to answer five multiple choice questions, three sift questions, submit your CV and complete equal opportunities monitoring information as we want to try to make sure that our workforce is representative of the population and we are not excluding any community. Please note that this information will be held separately.
Please submit your application before the closing date.
The deadline for applications is 09:00, 02 February 2026.
Interviews will be held via MS Teams w/c 23 February 2026
If you require an in-person interview, please let us know.
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No agencies please.
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The Head of Advocacy, Awareness and External Relations is a senior leadership role within AtaLoss, working closely with and reporting directly to the CEO. The post-holder will lead work across the public, bereavement and commercial sectors to deliver AtaLoss’ strategic outcomes by:
- providing national leadership in bereavement awareness, advocacy and policy influence, including through Parliament, the APPG and the media
- strengthening the website as the UK’s trusted gateway for bereavement support, ensuring accessible, high-quality content and effective signposting
- enabling holistic bereavement support in communities and workplaces through partnership development, training and the growth of Bereavement Friendly Communities
- contributing to organisational sustainability through income-generating training, cross-sector partnerships and effective external engagement.
The role sits at the heart of AtaLoss’ mission to ensure that every bereaved person can access the right support at the right time, and to position bereavement as a public health issue requiring timely, coordinated and understanding response.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job description
Stella Maris is the official maritime charity of the Catholic Church. We are looking for a Regional Port Chaplain for Immingham and the South Humber Ports to support seafarers, fishers and their families.
In this unique and rewarding role, you'll be the welcoming face of Stella Maris in your region, visiting ships, listening to crew members, and offering practical, pastoral and spiritual support to anyone in need, regardless of faith or background.
About the role
No two days are the same. You might spend the morning visiting ships and listening to crew members' stories, help someone contact their family back home, support a seafarer in crisis, or offer a quiet moment of prayer on deck.
You'll also recruit and support a team of volunteers, work closely with other maritime charities and local partners, and build strong relationships with parishes, dioceses, and port authorities. You'll be part of a nationwide network of Stella Maris chaplains, supported through regular meetings, retreats and professional development opportunities.
Key responsibilities
- Visit ships regularly to meet seafarers and fishers, responding to their pastoral, practical and spiritual needs.
- Provide practical help such as transport, communication access, and emergency or crisis support.
- Offer spiritual care to Catholic seafarers and facilitate the religious needs of those from other faiths.
- Recruit, train and support Stella Maris volunteers.
- Work collaboratively with other maritime charities.
- Maintain strong relationships with local parishes, the Diocese of Nottingham, and port stakeholders such as the Harbour Master, shipping agents and welfare committees.
- Support local fundraising and awareness initiatives alongside the charity's national team.
About you
You'll be someone who takes joy in helping others. You don't need maritime experiences, what matters most is your empathy and ability to offer pastoral support in practical ways.
You may come from a background in chaplaincy, parish ministry, community work or social care. You'll share our commitment to upholding the dignity of every seafarer and fisher.
We improve the lives of seafarers and fishers through our network of local chaplains and seafarer centres, expert information, advocacy, and support.



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Reporting to Director, Supporter Engagement
Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Akshaya Patra UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
We are seeking an enterprising, organised individual to join Akshaya Patra UK as our Supporter Engagement Officer. The role is a joyfully versatile one which requires planning, coordination, and a strong 'make it happen' attitude. As the first point of contact for supporters, community groups, and partners, the candidate will ensure every interaction, whether by phone, email, social media, or in-person, is positive, timely, and professional.
A key part of the role will be to build and grow volunteer chapters across the UK, developing local champions who increase awareness and funds for Akshaya Patra. Even as the candidate will invite new supporters to join our mission, managing supporter relationships with a defined portfolio of donors, monitoring income, and contributing to data analysis related to supporter engagement and projects is a key part of the role. In addition, maintaining the inventory of supporter engagement tools and merchandise, ensuring materials are organised, available, and effectively used to inspire supporters.
Knowledge of British culture and geography is welcome, while familiarity with India, its regions, and Indian languages is an added advantage. You will attend meetings and events in London and other parts of the UK as required, with the flexibility to work remotely at other times. The role will play an important part in shaping our future plans and helping us grow our income and impact in the years ahead.
Key responsibilities
- Manage supporter enquiries, building strong relationships and offering excellent stewardship at every stage.
- Adopt an enterprising, creative mindset to engage a wide variety of donors and community groups across the UK, thinking innovatively about supporter involvement.
- Send timely thank-you messages, acknowledgements, and fulfilment communications, ensuring supporters feel valued and informed.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date supporter records, monitor income received, and support data analysis to track trends and project future income.
- Assist with events, appeals, and seasonal campaigns, contributing to planning, logistics and delivery, and ensuring all activities reflect Akshaya Patra’s mission and priorities.
- Manage the inventory of supporter-care tools, and place orders for new and innovative engagement tools.
- Develop and produce bespoke supporter and volunteer packs, tailored to motivate and equip individuals and groups to champion our cause.
- Work collaboratively with the Supporter Engagement and wider fundraising teams, ensuring a cohesive, collaborative, and mission-driven supporter journey.
- The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive and may evolve as the organisation develops. Flexibility and collaborative spirit are essential in a growing charity environment.
Requirements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support, engage and inspire a wide range of supporters and volunteers.
- Strong administrative and digital skills, including confident use of databases, spreadsheets, emails, and online communication tools.
- A hands-on, proactive approach, with the ability to problem-solve, adapt quickly, and take initiative to make things happen.
- A positive, collaborative, and team-focused attitude, with a willingness to contribute to shared goals.
- A genuine desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children facing disadvantage.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Context
Childhood First enables children and young people to recover from early life abuse and relational trauma, to enjoy life and to achieve their potential. We do this through the provision of specialist therapeutic residential care and treatment, together with family and network support. We are also a UKCP Training Organisational Member accredited with Middlesex University, providing in-house clinical training to its clinical staff.
Merrywood House, provides placements for up to 8 young people aged between 10 and 17 years old.
Purpose
The Receptionist/Administrator plays a key role in supporting the senior staff team and ensuring the smooth running of the home by delivering a professional reception service and effective administrative support.
What you will bring to the role
· Experience in a receptionist or administrative role
· Strong organisational and communication skills
· Confidence using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
· Ability to work with discretion in a confidential environment
· A warm, professional and approachable manner
Task
· Welcoming visitors and managing telephone and email enquiries
· Providing administrative support to senior staff
· Maintaining children’s and staff records
· Supporting recruitment and HR administration
· Ordering office supplies and liaising with IT providers
What we will do for you
· Personal and professional development and training
· 10 days annual leave plus public holidays
· Employee benefits package including life assurance
· Up to 6% employer pension contribution
· Relocation package and recruitment referral scheme
For further information, please visit the Childhood First website.
To apply, please send us your CV and a supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role.
Closing date: Saturday 31st January 2026
Interview Date: Week Commencing 2nd February 2026
Childhood First is committed to safeguarding children. We follow safer recruitment guidelines and all appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS and references.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role details
Start date: TBC
Salary: £48,750 per annum (inclusive of £3,990 South East weighting)
Location: Hybrid: need to be available to work from London Office and occasional national travel
Working hours: Full time: 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Annual leave: 30 days plus statuatory bank holidays (if full time). All Women in Prison staff also receive an additional 3 days of leave between Christmas and New Year.
Pension scheme: Women in Prison provides an auto-enrolment pension scheme with 5% contributions from the employer and 3% from the employee.
Job purpose
This role will lead and coordinate Women in Prisons’ external communications, platforming the voice of women with lived experience of the criminal justice system to raise the organisation’s public profile and awareness of the criminalisation of women.
Key Responsibility Areas
- Lead and develop comprehensive communications strategies to raise WIP’s profile for influencing, fundraising and impact and that align with our vision and mission.
- Build public engagement and awareness, leading on campaign development and delivery
- Oversee the production of Women in Prison’s publications.
- Platform the voice of women with lived experience of the criminal justice system in all external communications.
- Manage WIP’s Spokesperson network
- Develop, build and contribute to high quality and authentic partnerships and relationships with stakeholders including journalists.
- To be a member of the extended leadership of Women in Prison, modelling feminist leadership, anti-oppression and empowering, values-led, collective leadership for the organisation.
For the full list of responsibilities, please download the recruitment pack.
To apply
Applications close: 2nd February 2026 at 9am
Interviews: TBC
If you require reasonable adjustments to support you during the application process, please contact the HR team on hr@wipuk .org.
We are happy to invest in developing the right person, so you are welcome to apply even if your professional experience does not fully meet the job description or person specification.
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minoritised women, and women who have personal experience of the criminal justice system.
In line with legal requirements and the nature of our work, this role:
- Is restricted to women only as a genuine occupational requirement
- Requires the right to work in the UK
- Is subject to a Basic DBS check
- Requires that the post holder is not automatically disqualified by (or can obtain a waiver from) the Charity Commission
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract:Permanent, full time
Salary:circa £50,000 per annum
Location: Burford, OX18 4PF on a hybrid basis
Closing date:30 January 2026
1st interviews:10 – 12 February 2026
2nd stage:18 & 19 February 2026
At Blue Cross, our people are central to everything we do to protect and improve animal welfare. We are recruiting a People and Culture Manager to lead the day-to-day delivery of compassionate, high-quality people support across the charity. This is a brand-new role, created to strengthen how we support managers and teams and to translate our People Strategy into practical, values led people practices.
Sitting within the People and People Services directorate, the People and Culture Manager plays a key role in enabling confident, fair leadership across the organisation, particularly in emotionally demanding environments. The role also offers a valuable opportunity to build experience and capability towards senior People and Culture leadership.
More about the role
As People and Culture Manager, you will provide expert, pragmatic advice across the full range of people matters, acting as a trusted business partner to the People & People Services directorate. You will lead on complex and sensitive casework, coach and develop People and Culture colleagues, and work closely with senior leaders to deliver positive people outcomes.
As this is a new role, you will have the opportunity to help shape how people services are delivered day to day, contributing to the continuous improvement, credibility, and impact of the People and Culture function.
You will also contribute to organisational development, culture change, wellbeing initiatives, and workforce planning, using insight and data to identify risks and opportunities. The role supports organisation wide change activity, ensuring that people processes are fair, transparent, and compassionate.
This role is offered on a hybrid basis, based from our Burford office, with a minimum of two days a week working from the office. You will also be required to travel regularly to other Blue Cross sites to build relationships and provide effective, visible support to managers and teams.
About you
You are a credible and empathetic professional who brings sound judgement, resilience, and a solutions focused approach. You are confident supporting managers through complex and emotionally sensitive situations and are comfortable balancing operational delivery with strategic contribution.
You build strong, trusting relationships, communicate clearly at all levels, and enjoy coaching others to build their confidence and capability. You are committed to embedding Blue Cross values of compassion, courage, and inclusivity in everything you do.
Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
- CIPD Level 5 or above, or equivalent professional experience
- Substantial experience in a generalist HR or people role
- Strong employee relations experience with sound knowledge of UK employment law
- Proven ability to manage complex and sensitive people issues with empathy and professionalism
- Strong communication, influencing, coaching, and stakeholder management skills
- Experience working in a values led, care focused, or emotionally demanding environment
- The ability to demonstrate and apply Blue Cross values of compassion, courage, and inclusivity
Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
- CIPD Level 7 qualification
- Experience working in animal welfare, healthcare, social care, or frontline operational environments
- Experience supporting managers and teams working in emotionally demanding roles
How to apply
Please click Apply to submit your application. We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Our recruitment process for this role will take place in two stages. The first stage will be a competency-based interview, focused on experience, approach and alignment with our values.
Candidates who progress to the second stage will be invited to attend a discovery session. This will be an informal and interactive session, designed to explore the role in more depth, share perspectives and give candidates the opportunity to meet colleagues and learn more about Blue Cross and our culture.
Full details will be shared with candidates in advance. Both stages will be held in person at our Burford offices.
We are committed to running a fair and inclusive recruitment process and will provide support or reasonable adjustments where needed.
We believe in a world where all pets enjoy a healthy and happy life with people who love them



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Learning Disability Community Leader, L'Arche London
ABOUT THE ROLE
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week (including some evening and weekend working, and regular on-call)
Salary: £55,000 (including London weighting)
Reports to: L’Arche UK Director of Care and Communities
Place of work: L’Arche London Community, West Norwood, SE27. Some travel and overnight stays will be required within the UK.
Contract type: Permanent
Closing date: Midnight on Wednesday 11 February 2026
Main purpose of the role
The Community Leader is responsible for ensuring that the Community is living the mission of L’Arche, by providing excellent and sustainable care and support services, support for spirituality, and engaging with our neighbours and the wider community around us.
The Community Leader will:
- Lead the Community by responding to the needs, choices and context of our members while being faithful to the L'Arche UK Vision and Values, the L'Arche International Identity and Mission Statement, and to a co-created Community Mandate and plan;
- Maintain and enhance high-quality, person-centred care, support, and housing for people with learning disabilities, both at home and in our day services in partnership with the Registered Manager, the Team in London, the National Leadership Team, individual circles of support, and external partners;
- Ensure the Community's financial sustainability through robust financial planning and management, including setting budgets, controlling spending, maximising occupancy, negotiating care contracts, growing day services, and spotting fundraising opportunities;
- Foster a culture that maximises the voice and power for people with learning disabilities, building listening and collaboration between Community members with and without learning disabilities;
- Lead and manage a diverse, committed, and engaged leadership team to achieve objectives, set a positive culture, and support the personal and professional growth of our leaders;
- Cultivate an open, creative, and spiritual life, inviting everyone in the Community to deepen their connections;
- Model, advocate for, and embrace the L'Arche ethos of deep, long-term, and mutually transforming relationships between people with and without learning disabilities, planning and leading a regular calendar of events that build community belonging and help keep people connected;
- Contribute to the national work programmes of L'Arche UK, as part of the National Council, collaborating with Community Leaders of other L'Arche Communities, to share skills, best practice, and resources;
- Be a visible representative of L'Arche locally in the wider community, with stakeholders like local authorities, professional organisations, schools, faith communities, and L'Arche world wide;
Key essential criteria
- Senior leadership experience in support to adults with learning disabilities (or transferable skills and experience in a closely related field);
- Experience in leading, managing, and developing an organisation or large teams to deliver results, maintain compliance and quality, and to respond to risks and opportunities;
- Good financial planning skills and experiences of successfully managing a substantial budget;
- Ability to think strategically and work collaboratively to develop and implement community plans;
- Experience of living or working alongside people with learning disabilities and/or autistic individuals;
- Passionate about person-centred support and the values and mission of L'Arche;
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS criminal record check.
You can find more details about L'Arche London and additional details about L'Arche can be found on our website.
Discover what makes L’Arche a rewarding place to work—explore our employee benefits on our website.
A full job description and person specification can be found in the Recruitment Pack.
To apply, please submit your CV and answer the questions from our online application form.
The closing date is: Wednesday 11 February 2026 at midnight.
First round interviews are expected to take place on 23 and 24 February 2026, online via Microsoft Teams.
Second round interviews will take place on 5 March 2026 and will take place within the L'Arche London Community.
We encourage you not to wait until the closing date to submit your application, as we may begin interviewing strong candidates before then.
We also reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive enough suitable applications.
Please also read our privacy notice for job applicants.
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Be part of The Vegan Society’s journey as we begin delivering our new three-year strategic plan to drive meaningful change.
We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer. This role is central to ensuring the CEO’s time and priorities are managed effectively and that communication with internal and external stakeholders is clear and timely.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the CEO’s diary, travel arrangements, and correspondence.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing materials for meetings, events and other public engagement activities.
- Provide administrative and minute-taking support for Board and committee meetings.
- Support the CEO with strategic projects as required.
- Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Proven experience supporting at CEO or Director level.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
- Competence in Microsoft 365 and familiarity with online meeting/event platforms.
- Professional, proactive, and adaptable approach.
Desirable: Experience in a not-for-profit or mission-driven organisation and knowledge of governance frameworks.
Benefits
- Flexible working hours.
- Ethical pension scheme (5–7% employer contribution).
- Health cashback scheme & Employee Assistance Programme.
- 25 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and Christmas closure days.
- Death in service benefit.
- Climate perks (additional paid time off for sustainable travel).
- Animal companion compassionate leave.
How to Apply
If you are interested, please send your CV along with a personal statement (no longer than two sides of A4) demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.
Closing date for applications: Friday 30th January 2026.
Interviews will be held: Wednesday 11th/Thursday 12th February 2026.
Apply now and help shape the future of The Vegan Society.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We’re looking for an energetic and creative Community Development Worker at the Thornbury Centre in Bradford. You’ll plan and deliver engaging activities for families and residents - from Stay and Play sessions to community discussions and reading groups.
You’ll also support our food pantry and community library, provide advice and signposting to local people, and work closely with volunteers, schools, and partner organisations to make a real difference.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
Contract: Permanent
Location: Lewes, East Sussex – hybrid with 3-4 days/week in office
Closing date: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis
Benefits: Enhanced annual leave, Healthcare Cash Plan, enhanced family leave, cycle to work scheme, retail/leisure discounts
We are delighted to be partnering with the Chailey Heritage Foundation, to find their next Head of Fundraising & Income—a pivotal strategic role leading voluntary and earned income generation across this exceptional charity. This is a hugely exciting opportunity for a senior fundraiser or income-generation specialist to shape sustainable growth and diversify income streams, ensuring the charity can continue delivering life-changing support.
In this role, you will lead all fundraising planning, drive new income opportunities, and manage and inspire a committed fundraising team. You will build successful relationships with supporters across trusts, corporates, major donors, community partners and more, while also developing new commercial opportunities that draw on the charity’s facilities, expertise and partnerships. You’ll work closely with the Director of Specialist Services & Income, the Development Committee and senior leadership to grow and strengthen all aspects of fundraising and earned income.
To be successful as the Head of Fundraising & Income, you will need:
- Experience developing and growing fundraising (community, corporate, events), and/or earned income streams with a strong business development mindset.
- Proven success in building strong donor, partner and stakeholder relationships across diverse audiences.
- Experience leading and managing a high-performing team, with the ability to inspire and drive best practice.
- Budget management experience and confidence using data to inform planning, forecasting and reporting.
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please get in touch and ask for Heather, quoting 2836HB.
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If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
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We are looking for a Legacy & In Memory Fundraiser who will be responsible for growing long-term income through legacy and in memory giving. This role leads on legacy marketing campaigns and manages the organisation’s in memory programme, including the flagship Heart of Oak Memory Tree project. The role also has oversight of legacy administration, working in partnership with our external agency Legacy Links to ensure high standards of supporter care, governance, and reporting
About the RNRMC
RNRMC is the Navy’s principal charity which exists to support every sailor, marine and their families, for life. We do this by offering grants to and working with, other organisations to deliver programmes that meet the needs of our beneficiaries. We work hard, engaging with supporters to help raise awareness and funds to deliver the outcomes required for today and tomorrow.
Experience and Background
You will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in Legacy Fundraising or a similar fundraising role, with experience with experience in planning and delivering multi-channel marketing campaigns, particularly those aimed at growing legacy and in memory income streams. A solid understanding of legacy fundraising principles, supporter journeys, and the sensitivities involved in discussing gifts in wills and bereavement-related giving is also important. Candidates should be confident managing projects end-to-end, from creative development through to evaluation, and comfortable collaborating with external agencies to ensure high-quality outputs.
In addition, the role requires excellent relationship-management skills, as it involves working closely with donors, families, colleagues, and partners such as Legacy Links to ensure compassionate and consistent supporter care. Strong organisational abilities are key for overseeing legacy administration, maintaining accurate reporting, and ensuring compliance with governance standards. Familiarity with CRM systems, data analysis, and reporting tools will support effective monitoring of income and campaign performance. A background in charity communications or stewardship, coupled with empathy, tact, and attention to detail, will ensure the fundraiser can successfully manage initiatives such as the Heart of Oak Memory Tree and continue to grow the organisation’s in memory programme.
Please see the job description for full details on the duties and responsibilities.
Hours of Work
Hours of work are 35 hours per week, 09:00 – 17:00 Monday to Friday.
We have a friendly, supportive, and inclusive environment with a hybrid working approach of 60% in office and 40% home-working.
Salary
The annual salary range for the post is between £29,000 up to £33,000 per annum, depending upon experience.
Benefits
6 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
Free on-site parking
Cycle to Work Scheme
Free Access to HMS Excellent Fitness Centre
Employee Assistance Programme to give you confidential support 24 hours a day
Life Assurance (after one year’s qualifying service)
Private Healthcare Scheme (after one year’s qualifying period)
A generous non-contributory Pension Scheme (7% contribution after 3 months qualifying period)
Enhanced Maternity Leave Package (after 2 year’s qualifying period)



