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WORKING WITH US
The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.
We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.
As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.
To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page.
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ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking an organised, proactive and professional Personal Assistant to provide high-level support to the Director of Secondary Education at the Harris Federation. This 1-year fixed-term maternity cover role is central to ensuring the smooth running of the Director’s day-to-day operations, including diary management, stakeholder communication, meeting coordination and the preparation of key documents.
As part of our Head Office team, you will work closely with senior leaders and colleagues across our secondary academies, playing an important role in supporting the Federation’s mission to deliver an outstanding education for thousands of young people. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, and enjoys building strong, professional relationships.
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MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Your responsibilities will include:
- To present the professional and welcoming face of the Harris Federation and all secondary academies, to all visitors, staff and students, in person and on the telephone.
- To ensure that the Director’s diary is managed efficiently and effectively. This will involve liaising with a variety of external and internal stakeholders.
- To provide a daily/weekly diary and documentation and maintain an overview of approaching deadlines.
- To maintain the Director’s contacts.
- To maintain an exemplary professional environment for the Director at all times.
- To ensure that all visitors are welcomed and catered for in a professional manner, organising refreshments as appropriate.
- To exercise complete discretion when dealing with issues of confidentiality and sensitivity.
- To take all telephone calls, in the first instance, dealing with queries, passing on calls if necessary.
- To keep the Director’s meetings file and retrieve necessary paperwork as and when meetings arise.
- To be responsible for organising meetings and passing on messages between all stakeholders, parents/carers, external agencies and students and the Director.
- To liaise with clerks to Governors to ensure that all relevant paperwork and correspondence is efficiently managed for all the secondary academies.
- To support the Director with the preparation of paperwork and presentations for a range of meetings including interviews, disciplinary hearings, grievances, performance management, presentations, training sessions etc.
- To liaise with Federation admin teams, Data, HR, IT and Finance Business Managers, as well as PAs and Principals across the Federation as appropriate.
For a full list of responsibilities, please download the Job Pack.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We would like to hear from you if you have:
- Appropriate degree or equivalent experience in previous roles
- Trained in the use of a variety of ICT packages
- Knowledge of personal assistant roles and responsibilities
- Training in typing and formatting of a variety of documents including spreadsheets
- Experience of managing staff in relation to the PA role
- Some experience of human resources e.g. recruitment and/or monitoring attendance
- Experience of working to targets and deadlines
- Experience of managing meetings including preparation and circulation of papers, minutes and ensuring information is circulated as required
- Ability to communicate well both orally and in writing
- Ability to work to deadlines
- Ability to be flexible
- Ability to communicate exceptionally well with parents and carers as well as other stakeholders in the academy
For a full job specification, please download the Job Pack.
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APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION
If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation.
Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date.
When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application.
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OUR VISION & VALUES
Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed.
We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that’s why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Safeguarding Notice
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Equal Opportunities
The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.
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WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.
You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
- Annual performance and loyalty bonus
- Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
- 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
- Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
- Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
- Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
- Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
- 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
- Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans
For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.
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Chief Executive Officer
28 hours a week
Full time salary £48,587 to £51,627 (Actual pro rata salary £36,769 to £39,069)
Are you an inspirational strategic leader who is passionate about supporting and empowering women to achieve a better quality of life through prevention, intervention, recovery and empowerment? This is an exciting opportunity to lead one of the most established Women Centres in our 41st year of supporting women and their children across Calderdale, Kirklees and Bradford.
In the role you will:
•Provide strategic leadership, build effective partnerships and grow sustainable income.
•Implement Women Centre’s vision and strategy in partnership with the Board of
Trustees and senior management team.
•Lead and manage the charity, acting as ambassador and spokesperson.
•Grow opportunities and strengthen reputation as a leading voice for women and girls.
•Keep women and girls’ voices central to all work and decisions.
•Build and lead the senior management team for impactful, safe and effective
service delivery.
The postholder will be based in our Halifax Office, but will be expected to work across Calderdale, Kirklees and Bradford.
For more information about WomenCentre and to download an application pack with full details about the role please visit Vacancies | WomenCentre Calderdale and Kirklees
Closing date for applications Mon 9 Feb 2026 9am
Shortlisting: Wed 11 Feb 2026 and interview notification to candidates: Thu 12 Feb 2026.
Interviews: Wed 18 and Thu 19 Feb 2026 – this is a 2-day interview process at our Huddersfield Office.
This post is open to women only – Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 applies
Company number: 06084795 Charity number: 1118366
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About you:
Your friends as know you as empathetic, compassionate, and non-judgemental.
You are great at inspiring and motivating people to take action and improve themselves.
You are very self-aware, reliable, attentive and punctual.
Perhaps you are already aware of the challenges faced by people experiencing homelessness and understand how to support them. You may have gained this knowledge as a volunteer, through a previous job, or from your personal lived experience.
If all this sounds like you then you could make a great addition to our fantastic support team here at Homeless Oxfordshire.
About the role
In this role we will trust you to work with other team members on a caseload of clients delivering personalised support to them. You will proactively engage with our clients and provide a hand so they can overcome barriers, move into independent living and sustain a tenancy. Our clients have a range of support needs that impact their experience of homelessness. This includes mental health problems, social isolation, challenging behaviour, finance and debt, alcohol and drug abuse. You will deliver structured support and do some risk management so we will trust you to keep proper records and complete some admin tasks. This includes, reviewing support and risk plans, involving key stakeholders where required, showing and signposting our clients to appropriate external support and services, following safeguarding procedures, do some cleaning and contribute to the delivery of a housing management service including collecting income. You’ll also resolve difficult and challenging situations in a sensitive manner balancing the needs of the clients and the safety of the service.
Main Responsibilities Of The Role:
· Ensure the effective delivery of high quality care, support and housing management according to Homeless Oxfordshire policies and procedures.
· To be a supportive and effective part of the team working as part of a rota including evenings and weekends.
· Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment.
· To support and encourage clients to care for themselves and develop independent living skills.
· To assess and manage risk for individuals and in the service, making use of emergency services as required.
· Report any safeguarding concerns without delay in line with procedures.
· To make and maintain Housing Benefit claims and support clients to pay their service charges regularly.
· To work in partnership with other agencies to ensure the delivery of holistic wrap around support.
· To support the running of the service and perform shift responsibilities and duties that maintain good health and safety and ensures the safeguarding of clients and others.
· Manage challenging situations in line with procedures and to ensure the safety of yourself and others.
· To participate in handovers at the beginning and end of shifts, ensuring that information is properly recorded and passed on where appropriate and relevant and in a timely fashion.
· Ensure that IT systems are updated as required and concise record keeping is completed promptly.
· Maintain positive relationships with clients, relatives, carers, professionals, commissioners, contractors and the local community.
· Ensure clients are aware of and support them to maximise their opportunity to be involved in Client Participation.
· To participate in the induction of and support new team members.
· To ensure that Homeless Oxfordshire’s Equal Opportunities Policies are complied with and promoted in carrying out duties of the post.
· To undertake any other duties that can be reasonably required to meet the operational needs of Homeless Oxfordshire.
About us:
We are an open door for people experiencing homelessness whose lives have been shaped by trauma and disadvantage; providing safety, stability and support when it is needed most. We deliver this support across Oxfordshire by providing a range of accommodation with access to high quality support, offering a safe and welcoming space for people to take control of their own lives. We are an accredited Oxford Living Wage employer, and benefits to the role include: annual leave starting at 26 days (excluding bank holidays), flexible working, enhanced benefits with qualifying service, retail discounts with our Homeless Oxfordshire Benefits Hub, and life assurance up to four times your salary and a £250 bonus if you successfully refer a someone as a new colleague through our Employee Referral Scheme as a thanks from us!
Open to: This role is a shift and rota'd role that includes bank holidays.
What’s Next: Have a look at the job description to find out more about the role and apply on our website. Please be aware that this role is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check and will be undertaken for the successful candidate. We also do not offer work sponsorship for this role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we identify a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This is an exciting role in a unique organisation. Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students’ unions in the UK and the world. We aim to build a vibrant and empowered student community with real influence in UCL and beyond, that enables students to enjoy their time at university; pursue their interests and passions; see the world in new ways; and develop the skills and experience to change the world for the better.
We are a registered charity employing over 150 career staff and 300 student staff, delivering a wide range of services and representative functions for UCL students. We have the widest portfolio of services of any student organisation in the country, managing UCL’s extracurricular programmes for sport, music, drama, dance, media, volunteering, academic societies and intercultural engagement; providing a wide range of fantastic social spaces; leading on student democracy and representation across UCL; and offering excellent student support services.
It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL’s groundbreaking new Student Life Strategy. This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students’ mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students’ skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community.
We support hybrid working. Excellent benefits including defined benefit pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. We are proud of high levels of staff engagement and pride ourselves on being a great place to work. We will consider applications to work on a flexible and job share basis wherever possible.
The role is full-time and permanent. This role is based at our Bloomsbury campus with flexibility to work from home on a 40/60 basis (40% working from the office).
We are looking for a Sports Development Coordinator (Community and Workforce) to deliver a number of key areas of growth and development from the UCL Student Life Strategy. Key work areas include overseeing the delivery in our existing and future Focus Sports and coordinating TeamUCL Playmakers, our sports leadership and volunteering programme
Do you have experience in sports development and community engagement? Do you want to develop and upskill students through sport? If the answer is yes, then we want to hear from you.
Registered Charity
An outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students’ unions in the UK and the world.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Organisation
Family Fund is the UK’s largest charity supporting low-income families raising disabled or seriously ill children and young people.
We help thousands of families every year with essential grants, services and practical support. But we do much more than that. We champion families’ voices, challenge inequality and help shape the conversation on disability, childhood illness and disadvantage.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to shape how Family Fund connects with people across the UK. As a newly created role, it offers real scope to define and develop the function, while playing a central role in strengthening the organisation’s voice and influence.
We are looking for a bold, creative Group Director of External Affairs to join our Senior Leadership Team. At a time when families need us more than ever, you will raise Family Fund’s national profile and influence, positioning the organisation as a trusted, evidence led voice on childhood disability, serious illness and the broader challenges facing low-income families. You will build and sustain strong relationships with policymakers, funders, and the public ensuring the organisation secures the visibility, support, and resources needed to drive lasting change for the families we serve.
You will lead an energetic, specialist team spanning communications, media, public affairs, partnerships and research, bringing these areas together through a joined up external engagement strategy that delivers real impact.
Some key responsibilities include:
- Lead our communications, media, public affairs, partnerships and research teams
- Raise Family Fund’s profile as a trusted national voice
- Build strong relationships with policymakers, media, funders and partners
- Help drive real change for families through influence and insight
Who we’re looking for
We are looking for an experienced leader who loves the power of communication, influence and connection.
Key attributes will include:
- Senior experience in external affairs, communications or public affairs
- A strong track record of influencing policy and engaging senior stakeholders
- Experience leading teams and working at senior level
- A warm, confident communication style and great relationship skills
- A real passion for Family Fund’s mission and social justice
This is an exciting, high impact role with the chance to make a genuine difference to families across the UK.
Candidate Briefing Pack
For comprehensive information about Family Fund, the role responsibilities and the person we are looking for, please download the Candidate Briefing Pack.
How to Apply
If you would like to apply for this fantastic opportunity, please provide the following with your application:
- An up-to-date CV
- A supporting statement of no more than 2 sides of A4, outlining your experience, motivations and suitability for the role.
All applications are being handled by our recruitment partner, Russam. All applications should be uploaded via the Russam website.
If you have any difficulty uploading your application or if you would like to have an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact Melissa Baxter - Managing Partner, Charities at Russam.
Closing date for applications: Monday 2nd February 2026
Initial interviews with Russam: 17th and 18th February 2026
Interviews with Family Fund: 4th, 5th and 6th March 2026
Flexibility will be provided if needed - do let us know as soon as possible if you are unavailable on these dates.
We commit to inclusion, equality and diversity and we welcome applications from all parts of the community. Family Fund is a Disability Confident Leader. We will invite to interview all disabled applicants who meet the requirements for the role. If you have a disability, and are happy to let us know, please highlight this in your covering letter. We have also signed the Armed Forces Covenant, and we welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community.
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This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking for their next role in fundraising at an exceptional moment for the Young Vic under the new artistic direction of Nadia Fall OBE as she launches her second season in Spring 2026, alongside the launch of a new website and a refreshed fundraising strategy.
This role is pivotal in shaping the future of our supporter engagement and income growth. For the first time in a decade, you will lead the launch and delivery of a renewed membership scheme that ensures our membership offer is compelling, competitive, and aligned with our artistic vision. We are now looking for a proactive, proficient and dynamic fundraiser to drive membership growth. Increasing income will be central to your success, alongside providing the highest possible customer care, delivering exceptional stewardship and building meaningful relationships with our members and individual donors.
We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different experiences, skills and stories to join us and influence and develop our working practice. We are particularly keen to hear from Black and Global Majority people, and candidates who self-identify as disabled. All candidates who self-identify as disabled who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria will be invited for interview. The Young Vic is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and sexual orientation.
To Apply, please see more details via the Young Vic Jobs Page on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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In the decade to 2030 we aim for 30% of Suffolk to be connected and well looked after for nature, and for 1 in 4 people in Suffolk to be actively helping to make that happen. This role helps build the supporter power to get us there by delivering an excellent membership experience & ensuring our members feel valued, informed and connected to the work of Suffolk Wildlife Trust.
The post holder will take responsibility for the efficient day-to-day administration of the Trust’s membership schemes, using the Charity CRM database to maintain accurate contact & financial records in line with GDPR. This includes processing new, renewing and lapsed memberships, handling payments ( Direct Debits, PayPal & Gift Aid) and providing consistently high-quality communication with members through enquiries, welcome packs, renewal reminders and supporter care.
You’ll also support member growth and retention by helping deliver key supporter journey communications, thanking activity and retention projects, and by liaising with external partners such as the membership recruitment agency. Alongside this, you’ll help co-ordinate membership resources such as welcome packs, leaflets and magazine mail-outs (working with the volunteer delivery network), and contribute to continuous improvement in data quality, reporting and processes to strengthen our systems and supporter relationships.
To succeed in this role, you’ll be committed to Suffolk Wildlife Trust’s mission and bring a proactive, ‘can-do’ approach. You’ll have experience in an administrative, office or customer service role, with strong organisation, attention to detail and a methodical approach to maintaining accurate records.
You’ll be confident using Microsoft 365 and databases/systems with an understanding of GDPR and data protection. You’ll communicate professionally and warmly by phone and in writing, handling confidential information and difficult conversations with sensitivity. Willingness to learn Direct Debits, Gift Aid and charity income processes is essential; charity/membership sector experience is desirable.
This is a maternity cover role to cover a period of maternity leave (up to one year) working 22.5 hours per week over three days (office hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm) based at Brooke House in Ashbocking. There may be opportunity for the role to become a permanent contract. We operate flexible homeworking arrangements where colleagues spend more time working together than homeworking. The starting salary is £14,398.80 per annum pro-rata (FTE £23,998.00).
To apply for this opportunity, please submit an application via our website by 9:00am on Tuesday 17 February 2026. The application process will include uploading a CV and optional cover letter. The interviews are planned for Monday 23 February 2026 at Brooke House.
Annual leave entitlement starts at 33 days per annum (including Bank Holidays), increasing annually to 38 days plus employees receive an extra day off for their birthday. We offer a 9% employer pension contribution with no employee contribution required, free 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme, free life insurance from day one of employment, free access to a private GP and discounts at high street retailers. Staff can also enjoy a 10% discount in our visitor centre cafes, including retail.
Suffolk Wildlife Trust is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is welcome. As a conservation charity, we recognise the importance of diversity in both nature and our workforce of staff and volunteers. We strive to ensure that everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute to our vision of “A Wilder Suffolk where nature is thriving and abundant because everyone is doing more to help”.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Opportunity to lead the development of a small but vital York charity in its 25th year
Older Citizens Advocacy York - Support and advocacy for over 50s in York
Here at OCAY we are very proud of what we do
- 520 people supported in the last year
- Provide assistance with benefits, finance, health, complaints and more
- Help people to navigate bureaucracy, financial hardship and communication barriers
- Empower individuals to have their voices heard and access the right information
Our current director is taking the next step in her career and we are commencing the search for a new director. The role is full-time at 37 hours per week (also open to part-time at 30 hours minimum). This is a hybrid role with home working and an expectation of at least 2-3 days a week in our office at the Priory Street Centre, York.
Why join OCAY?
- Financially sustainable charity with funding secured until 2029 and exciting funded projects and partnerships in the pipeline
- Highly regarded organisation with an active and visible local presence
- Established relationships with partners, funders and the public sector
- A talented, ambitious team
- Committed to building on our income generation strategy and service development
Main responsibilities
- Be at the heart of the charity’s strategic development over the next 3 years, driving exciting initiatives and growth.
- Lead and co-ordinate all aspects of OCAY’s services, ensuring a high quality of provision for its clients and maintaining a continuous improvement focus.
- Develop and broaden excellent relationships and work collaboratively with volunteers, funders, partners and Trustees.
- Build and maintain a sustainable financial basis for OCAY’s future development.
- Take the lead in writing and submitting fund raising bids and submissions. • Managing a small but highly effective staff team while recruiting, expanding and supporting local volunteers to deliver personalised one-to-one support.
About OCAY
OCAY is a niche charity founded in 2001 offering people over 50 in the York area, advocacy and practical support to access services and benefits. Our dedicated, knowledgeable and compassionate volunteers and staff provide prompt, personalised one-to-one support.
Registered Charity
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OCAY believes in a world where every older citizen is able to access the help and support they need
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Mslexia, the UK’s best-loved writing magazine for women, is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation into an exciting new phase of growth and impact.
Founded in 1999, Mslexia is a national publishing and outreach charity dedicated to addressing gender inequality in literature. We support over 50,000 women writers through our magazine, books, competitions, courses, events and online community. Financially independent for more than 20 years, we now want to build on our success, strengthen our sustainability and extend our reach.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a respected, values-driven organisation with a strong brand, loyal audience and passionate team.
About the role
As CEO, you will provide strategic, operational and inspirational leadership for Mslexia, working closely with the Board of Trustees and leading a team of talented staff.
You will be responsible for:
- Setting and delivering organisational strategy with the Board.
- Leading and supporting the staff team, fostering a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture.
- Overseeing financial management, budgeting and long-term sustainability.
- Developing and diversifying income streams, including commercial activity, partnerships and fundraising.
- Acting as the public face of Mslexia, championing its mission locally, regionally and nationally.
- Strengthening governance, systems, policies and risk management.
- Building partnerships and promoting the Mslexia brand and influence.
We are looking for an inspiring, values-driven leader with the vision, credibility and skills to lead a purpose-led organisation.
You will bring:
- Senior leadership experience in the charity, public, commercial or related sector.
- Strong financial literacy and experience managing multiple income streams.
- A track record of leading and motivating teams.
- Experience working with a Board or similar governance structure.
- Strategic thinking skills, with the ability to turn vision into action.
- Excellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills.
- A strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Desirable:
- Experience in the arts, culture or creative industries.
- Experience of hybrid earned / grant-funded income models.
- Events or publishing-related experience.
Why join Mslexia?
- Lead a nationally respected charity with a clear social mission.
- Work with a skilled, passionate and supportive team.
- Shape the future of women’s writing and gender equality in literature.
- Flexible working and family-friendly policies.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- City-centre Newcastle location.
How to apply
Mslexia is working with Jobs with Purpose to recruit to this role. You can access a detailed candidate pack below, including a job description and person specification.
To apply, please forward a detailed CV and a supporting statement (maximum three sides) explaining how you meet the requirements of the person specification and any other information relevant to the role to David Robinson at Jobs with Purpose.
For a confidential discussion about the role, email David with your availability and brief details regarding your experience and interest in the position.
Closing date: Monday 9 February 2026, 12 noon
Interviews: Week commencing 16 February 2026
Mslexia is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
To apply, please submit a detailed CV and a supporting statement (maximum three sides) explaining how you meet the requirements of the person specification and any other information relevant to the role
For a confidential discussion about the role, email David with your availability and brief details regarding your experience and interest in the role.
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Are you an experienced leader in homelessness or housing? We’re seeking a Head of Homeless Services to drive innovation, support our team, and shape the future of our vital Restart service.
About Resolve
Resolve supports people facing some of the most difficult challenges in life, substance misuse and homelessness. Our aim is to help individuals move towards stability and independence, building safe, positive and sustainable lives.
We deliver this through two main services. Our Restart Homeless and Rough Sleeping service provides targeted rough sleeping outreach, supported accommodation for 14 tenants and long-term guidance to help people to move forward and avoid returning to homelessness. In addition our Drug and Alcohol Treatment service, based in Welwyn Garden City and Letchworth, provides abstinence-focused, psychosocial support for people seeking recovery.
We are entering an exciting period of growth, with a refreshed brand and website, and a passionate team driving innovation across our services. We have a new strategic plan which looks to expand services, guided by our values of Trust, Passion, Partnership and Respect, to reach and help more people.
With the Government’s National Plan to End Homelessness and Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council’s new Homeless and Rough Sleeping Strategy, this is a great moment to join Resolve and help shape the future of homelessness and rough sleeper support in our community.
Purpose of the Role
The Head of Homeless Services will lead, develop and deliver all aspects of Resolve’s Restart service. You will oversee rough sleeping outreach, accommodation and intensive one-to-one support, ensuring people move towards secure housing and improved wellbeing.
This is both a strategic and hands-on role. You will inspire a dedicated team, drive service innovation, and strengthen partnerships across the sector, while ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding and compliance. Above all, you will play a key role in shaping the future of Resolve and making a lasting difference for people experiencing homelessness and substance misuse.
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 (salary conditional on pending salary review)
Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire (with regular travel across Welwyn Hatfield Borough and occasional travel to Letchworth)
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (including a 30 minute per day paid break)
Holiday: 36 days annual leave including bank holidays
Contract Type: Permanent
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Key Responsibilities
- Service Leadership & Delivery
- Team Management & Development
- Organisational Leadership
- Monitoring, Evaluation & Compliance
- Partnership & External Relations
Person Specification
- Proven experience in the homelessness or housing sector.
- Confident in engaging with vulnerable individuals, including those in crisis.
- Significant team and people management experience.
- Excellent communication skills – verbal, written and interpersonal.
- Strong organisational and IT skills, including Microsoft Office, Teams and case management systems.
- A values-driven approach and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Ability to manage day to day operations and also think ‘bigger picture’ and longer term.
Why Join Us?
This is more than a management role – it’s an opportunity to make a real and lasting difference. You will:
- Lead a passionate team at a time of growth and renewal.
- Shape and develop innovative homelessness and rough sleeping services.
- Work in a supportive, values-driven organisation in the heart of the local community.
Benefits
- Flexible working options to support a healthy work / life balance.
- An informal, friendly and supportive workplace culture.
- Access to professional clinical supervision and support, helping you develop and maintain resilience in a challenging and meaningful role.
- Free on-site parking or costs reimbursed.
- Enhanced 36 days annual leave entitlement (including bank holidays).
Registered Charity
11 - 20
Creating a society where people are empowered to live their best possible lives
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Are you a skilled and compassionate leader with a passion for making a difference in the lives of others? You will have a key role in helping to serve older Christians and in leading a motivated and committed staff team catering to the residents in Worthing, West Sussex. View our lovely home here.
Our amazing team at Koinonia Christian Care Home provide a loving and caring environment for our residents, whilst maintaining the Christian ethos that is so important to them. The health, well-being and happiness of our residents are of primary importance to us. We are looking for a Business Manager to oversee the operations and ensure the highest standards of care for the people we care for.
As a Business Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing our day-to-day operations, supporting our dedicated staff, and driving our mission to enhance the well-being of those we serve. Find out more about how we care for our residents: https://youtu.be/Po6md7pq7nI
If you are a dynamic professional with a strong background in business management and a heart for caring, we invite you to apply now.
Have a watch here of "What it means for us, to work in a Christian Care Home like ours:" https://youtu.be/uCa1_BtS34w
For more information, please read the job pack
Responsibilities:
- Lead the business performance of the home alongside the Registered Manager, delivering agreed income, occupancy, cost and surplus targets
- Ensure high standards of service, cleanliness and hospitality through effective leadership of housekeeping, catering and maintenance teams
- Work in partnership with the Registered Manager to maintain quality standards, prepare for inspections, and meet regulatory requirements
- Oversee the administration of the home, including staffing, rotas, payroll information, recruitment, training records and compliance
- Contribute to a well-led, positive and values-driven culture, promoting Pilgrims’ Friend Society’s ethos and “The Way We Care”
- Support staff development, wellbeing and morale through effective supervision, appraisal, performance management and engagement
- Manage resident applications, fees, contracts and family communications, ensuring excellent customer care and responsive complaint handling
- Take responsibility for health, safety and compliance matters when on duty, including fire safety and liaison with external bodies
- Oversee property, maintenance and supplier relationships, working with Property Services to ensure the home is safe and well maintained
- Provide visible leadership in the pastoral and spiritual life of the home, supporting devotions, community engagement and relationships with local churches.
Skills/Experience:
- Willing and able to take a lead in maintaining the Christian ethos of the home;
- Management experience in a business setting;
- Comfortable with writing business communications to staff and residents as well as authorities etc;
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels whilst maintaining confidentiality;
- Ability to lead, motivate and encourage staff to give of their best, and have people-leadership and management experience;
- Able to work under pressure and provide calmness in all situations;
- IT literate ( including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet);
- Willing to be flexible in the working pattern and are prepared to participate in training and attend relevant staff meetings.
*Applicants must be evangelical Christians (This role has an Occupational Requirement to be filled by a Christian under the provisions of the Equality Act (2010).)
Hours:
40 hours a week, usually worked over 5 days.
“On-call” cover is required on a rotating basis to meet demands. Please get in touch for more information about working patterns.
Benefits:
- £44,500 to £50,000 per annum
- Relocation support (to be discussed)
- 5 Weeks' paid holiday per year as well as bank and public holidays
- On-going training and support
- Team events
- Pension scheme
- Care Friends referral
- Medicash
- Perkbox – including an Employee assistance programme.
- Long-standing service rewards
- Birthday rewards
— What our staff say about us: …“It is a friendly and welcoming place to work” … —
We are committed to having a diverse senior management team and we encourage applications from disabled and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidates, as these groups are underrepresented on our senior management team at present.
Please note: this vacancy may close sooner if sufficient applications have been received so please apply as soon as possible if interested
Thank you!
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Main Duties
Strategy
- Working with senior leaders, lead on developing an organisational wide and joined up People & Volunteering Strategy aligned to organisational goals and workforce plans.
Oranisational Design and Culture
- Use engagement and feedback data to identify cultural risks and drive improvement.
- Lead strengthened leadership, coaching and management capability through clear expectations, advice and development frameworks.
Management
- Lead, coach and manage the People Services team to provide proactive support to the organisation, with a clear focus on the team’s development.
- Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and SLT on disciplinary and staff performance issues.
- Liaise with the external employment lawyers to make robust risk assessments on disciplinary and staff performance issues.
Volunteering and Resourcing
- Establish annual capacity and skills plans (headcount, volunteer hours, peak demand cover, succession planning).
- Review and implement a volunteering journey to support our volunteers.
Quality Framework
- Continue to develop and implement specific projects as part of The Passage’s internal quality framework ‘Excellence For All’.
- Lead a review to ensure there are clear and transparent salary ranges, job descriptions, aligned terms and conditions across the organisation.
- Ensure that People Services policies are up to date to reflect current legal and HR compliance and best practice.
Analytics and Systems
- Develop digital systems that add value to HR management with the organisation.
- Develop systems that give managers and staff ownership over their HR journey.
- Make use of workforce data and analytics to inform SMG of the development of improvements and interventions that can lead to enhanced HR and business outcomes.
Training
- Develop a learning and development strategy/plan for all staff to receive Continuous Professional Development.
- Develop a learning and training strategy for volunteers so that they are supported to fulfil their volunteering roles.
Reporting/Governance
- Responsible for the Peoples Services annual budget.
- Attend Senior Management Group (SMG) monthly meetings.
- Report to the People, Performance and Culture (PPC) Committee meeting.
Strategy
- Working with senior leaders, lead on developing an organisational wide and joined up People & Volunteering Strategy aligned to organisational goals and workforce plans.
Oranisational Design and Culture
- Use engagement and feedback data to identify cultural risks and drive improvement.
- Lead strengthened leadership, coaching and management capability through clear expectations, advice and development frameworks.
Management
- Lead, coach and manage the People Services team to provide proactive support to the organisation, with a clear focus on the team’s development.
- Design and lead implementation of frameworks to support those with responsibility for managing staff to demonstrate a consistent and high standard of line management and development across the organisation.
- To oversee a comprehensive training programme , including by developing a strategic training needs assessment to support the organisational values and aims.
- Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and SLT on disciplinary and staff performance issues.
Volunteering and Resourcing
- Establish annual capacity and skills plans (headcount, volunteer hours, peak demand cover, succession planning).
- Review and implement a volunteering journey to support our volunteers.
Quality Framework
- Continue to develop and implement specific projects as part of The Passage’s internal quality framework ‘Excellence For All’.
- Lead a review to ensure there are clear and transparent salary ranges, job descriptions, aligned terms and conditions across the organisation.
- Ensure that People Services policies are up to date to reflect current legal and HR compliance and best practice.
Analytics and Systems
- Develop digital systems that add value to HR management with the organisation.
- Develop systems that give managers and staff ownership over their HR journey.
- Make use of workforce data and analytics to inform SMG of the development of improvements and interventions that can lead to enhanced HR and business outcomes.
Training
- Develop a learning and development strategy/plan for all staff to receive Continuous Professional Development.
- Develop a learning and training strategy for volunteers so that they are supported to fulfil their volunteering roles.
Reporting/Governance
- Responsible for the Peoples Services annual budget.
- Attend Senior Management Group (SMG) monthly meetings.
- Report to the People, Performance and Culture (PPC) Committee meeting.
General Responsibilities
- In conjunction with your Line Manager to continuously develop the role to ensure that all tasks are being undertaken in an effective and appropriate manner which meets the strategic aims and objectives of The Passage.
- To ensure that all The Passage policies and procedures are being adhered to, particularly those relating to Health and Safety, Code of Practice and Confidentiality.
- To contribute to the effective implementation of The Passage’s Diversity and Equality Policy as it affects both The Passage and its work with vulnerable adults.
- To at all times undertake your role in a professional manner maintaining a high quality standard of work, and to always work in accordance with the aims, values and ethos of The Passage.
- Undertake any other duties that may be required which are commensurate with the role.
Desired Experience
Experience
- E1: Proven experience in leading strategic HR initiatives that support organisational goals and culture.
- E2: Experience of working with senior leadership teams to influence organisational design and workforce planning.
- E3: Track record of managing complex employee relations and advising on disciplinary and performance issues.
- E4: Experience in developing and implementing learning and development strategies for staff and volunteers.
- E5: Experience of reporting to governance committees and contributing to organisational risk management.
Knowledge and Skills
- K1: Strong understanding of UK employment law, HR compliance, and best practice.
- K2: Knowledge of organisational design, performance management frameworks, and cultural development.
- K3: Ability to use HR data and analytics to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
- K4: Skilled in developing inclusive policies and embedding equality, diversity, and wellbeing into organisational practice.
- K5: Proficiency in HR systems and digital tools to enhance efficiency and user experience.
Qualifications
- CIPD Level 5 or equivalent professional qualification (Level 7 desirable).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic, dedicated yet compassionate leader to drive the charity forward with a fresh strategy, new ideas and a bold vision. As CEO you will provide visionary, strategic, and operational leadership to the Ileostomy and Internal Pouch Association, ensuring we fulfil our mission and grow sustainably. You will act as a key ambassador, building partnerships and maintaining our reputation for excellence ensuring we move forward with impact sharing the strength and passion that we have continued to experience for almost 70 years.
Key Responsibilities (see breakdown within attached job specification)
- Strategic leadership
- Operational Management
- External Engagement
- Governance and Board Relations
- Team Leadership
What we do
IA offers peer-to-peer support to those with, or about to have, either an ileostomy or an internal pouch. We also help fund research into bowel disease and other conditions leading to the removal of the colon, as well as providing relevant information to interested parties using a range of channels.
Our strapline, “Because we know, we care”, sums up our whole ethos. Individuals can join either their local IA member organisation, or the IA national charity, and in either case, gain access to a range of services and support, including our flagship quarterly Journal, local and national meetings and information events, and other services such as our One2One peer support and Support Through Therapy services.
What you offer
Essential
• Proven senior leadership experience, ideally as a CEO or Director in the charity or social enterprise sector
• Demonstrable experience of strategic planning and implementation
• Excellent communication skills with ability to engage effectively with stakeholders, professionals and volunteers both internally and publicly
• Work empathetically with vulnerable adults employing working knowledge of safeguarding
• Financial management and budget oversight
• Demonstrable experience of implementing and monitoring services based on financial benefit and social benefit
• Track record of income generation and fundraising
• Demonstrable experience of operating within a governance and regulatory framework
• Experience of developing, managing and supporting high performing teams with a strong growth mindset
• Builds effective relationships with a strong network instilling confidence and trust
• Experience of leading a team delivering effectively against objectives
Skills and Qualities
• Visionary and values-led leadership
• Ethical decision-maker
• Strong, confident and decisive performing well under pressure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Resilience, adaptability, empathy and emotional intelligence
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
What we offer
Contract: Part time 60% FTE – flexible over 3-5 days, permanent role.
Location: Remote (with regular travel to National Office (Rochford, Essex) and other UK locations, as required)
Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 equivalent FT (pro-rata 60%), commensurate with experience plus benefits
Please see further information about us, what you will offer and who we are looking for within the attached role profile.
Submit:
1. Your CV (max 4 pages)
2. A covering letter outlining suitability including responses to the following questions (maximum 1000 words)
Additional Questions:
• What motivates you to join IA and why this role?
• What makes you an ideal candidate to take the charity forward?
• What three priorities do you think non profits, in general, should focus on in the current climate and why?
• How would you introduce positive, effective change into a 70-year-old organisation?
Applications should be submitted via the advertising platform including your CV and covering letter. See attached role profile for recruitment timetable and further details about us/the role, including contact details for an informal chat, if required, before applying.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Business Manager
Are you a skilled and compassionate leader with a passion for making a difference in the lives of others? You will have a key role in helping to serve older Christians and in leading a motivated and committed staff team catering to the residents in Bridgemead, Bath.
As a Business Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing our day-to-day operations, supporting our dedicated staff, and driving our mission to enhance the well-being of those we serve. Find out more about how we care for our residents: https://youtu.be/Po6md7pq7nI
If you are a dynamic professional with a strong background in business management and a heart for caring, we invite you to apply now.
Have a watch here of "What it means for us, to work in a Christian Care Home like ours:" https://youtu.be/uCa1_BtS34w
For more information, please read the job pack
Responsibilities:
- Lead the business performance of the home alongside the Registered Manager, delivering agreed income, occupancy, cost and surplus targets
- Ensure high standards of service, cleanliness and hospitality through effective leadership of housekeeping, catering and maintenance teams
- Work in partnership with the Registered Manager to maintain quality standards, prepare for inspections, and meet regulatory requirements
- Oversee the administration of the home, including staffing, rotas, payroll information, recruitment, training records and compliance
- Contribute to a well-led, positive and values-driven culture, promoting Pilgrims’ Friend Society’s ethos and “The Way We Care”
- Support staff development, wellbeing and morale through effective supervision, appraisal, performance management and engagement
- Manage resident applications, fees, contracts and family communications, ensuring excellent customer care and responsive complaint handling
- Take responsibility for health, safety and compliance matters when on duty, including fire safety and liaison with external bodies
- Oversee property, maintenance and supplier relationships, working with Property Services to ensure the home is safe and well maintained
- Provide visible leadership in the pastoral and spiritual life of the home, supporting devotions, community engagement and relationships with local churches.
Skills/Experience:
- Willing and able to take a lead in maintaining the Christian ethos of the home;
- Management experience in a business setting;
- Comfortable with writing business communications to staff and residents as well as authorities etc;
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels whilst maintaining confidentiality;
- Ability to lead, motivate and encourage staff to give of their best, and have people-leadership and management experience;
- Able to work under pressure and provide calmness in all situations;
- IT literate ( including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet);
- Willing to be flexible in the working pattern and are prepared to participate in training and attend relevant staff meetings.
*Applicants must be evangelical Christians (This role has an Occupational Requirement to be filled by a Christian under the provisions of the Equality Act (2010).)
Hours:
40 hours a week, usually worked over 5 days.
“On-call” cover is required on a rotating basis to meet demands. Please get in touch for more information about working patterns.
Benefits:
- £44,500 to £50,000 per annum
- Relocation support (to be discussed)
- 5 Weeks' paid holiday per year as well as bank and public holidays
- On-going training and support
- Team events
- Pension scheme
- Care Friends referral
- Medicash
- Perkbox – including an Employee assistance programme.
- Long-standing service rewards
- Birthday rewards
— What our staff say about us: …“It is a friendly and welcoming place to work” … —
We are committed to having a diverse senior management team and we encourage applications from disabled and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidates, as these groups are underrepresented on our senior management team at present.
Please note: this vacancy may close sooner if sufficient applications have been received so please apply as soon as possible if interested
Thank you!
As COO, you will strengthen & modernise the charity's organisational foundations, lead our support services, driving digital & operational transformation, improve financial resilience, governance & enable delivery of our People & Culture Strategy.
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Direct Reports: Finance Manger, Central Office & Facilities Manager, Data Officer (TBC)
Salary: Competitive - circa £55,000 - £65,000
Location & Flexibility
This is a hybrid role, with regular visits to our Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire centres to build strong relationships and attend Senior Leadership Team meeting. You may also choose to be based at one of our centres.
What matter most to us is finding the right person (or people). We are very open to part-time, job share, or compressed hours and we welcome conversations about flexible working. Who you are, what you bring and the impact you'll have are more important to us than where or when you work.
About the Role
The prime purpose of the Chief Operating Officer is to strengthen the organisational foundations of Jerry Green Dog Rescue (JGDR) by leading and modernising the charity’s support services, developing scalable and efficient processes across the charity and leading the digital transformation, improving financial and compliance disciplines, and enabling the delivery of the People & Culture Strategy.
This role provides critical senior leadership capacity as the organisation enters a period of significant expansion—growing its income, workforce, and impact. The COO will build the systems, processes and capabilities required for a modern, accountable, data-led, financially resilient, safe, and high- performing organisation.
Working closely and collaboratively with the Chief Executive and wider Senior Leadership Team, the COO will drive operational excellence, champion continuous improvement, and ensure the organisation meets all regulatory and statutory obligations, enabling teams to deliver the charity’s purpose effectively.
The COO will transform the organisational foundations of Jerry Green Dog Rescue by leading and modernising our core support services and our processes. Change management will be core to success in this role in the early years.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Strategic Leadership & Organisational Transformation
- Play a central role on the Senior Leadership Team, shaping and delivering long-term strategy
- Lead the transformation and modernisation of support services
- Embed a strong business-partnering culture across the organisation
- Design and implement scalable systems to support significant workforce growth
- Reduce reliance on the CEO by strengthening operational leadership capacity
Digital, Data & Systems Transformation
- Lead the charity’s digital transformation, introducing modern systems and automation
- Improve IT capability and digital confidence across teams
- Embed meaningful data, dashboards and management information to support decision-making
- Streamline processes to improve efficiency and eliminate duplication
People, Culture & HR Leadership
- Lead delivery of the People & Culture Strategy
- Embed modern, compliant and inclusive HR practices
- Strengthen capability across recruitment, employee relations, management development, EDI, GDPR and employment law
- Improve leadership and management capability across a diverse, geographically dispersed workforce
Finance, Procurement & Commercial Leadership
- Modernise financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and risk management
- Embed strong financial discipline and business partnering
- Introduce value-for-money, benchmarking and commercial frameworks
- Strengthen procurement, contract management and financial controls
- Provide high-quality financial insight to support operations, fundraising and retail
Compliance, Governance & Assurance
- Strengthen frameworks across health & safety, safeguarding, HR risk and quality
- Lead audit and assurance processes suitable for a growing organisation
- Oversee facilities and estate management with a focus on safety, efficiency and value
Executive Leadership & Line Management
- Provide strategic leadership to the Central Office team
- Redesign support services to align resources with organisational priorities
- Coach, mentor, and develop managers to build a high-performance culture
Who We’re Looking For
You’ll be a values-led, strategic leader with strong operational expertise and a genuine passion for building organisations that work well for people. You’ll be comfortable leading change, strengthening systems and processes, and bringing clarity and confidence during periods of growth.
Experience in the charity sector is welcome but not essential; what matters most is your ability to lead transformation with empathy, rigour and purpose.
