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!
Location: Field-based delivery across the Midlands, particularly Coventry, Sutton Coldfield and Birmingham
Reports to: National Programme Manager
Fees: A daily rate of £160-£200 per day depending on experience
Expected Start Date: Jan-Feb 2027
Contract: Freelance contractor
Application deadline: Friday 14th August 2026 at 9AM
Interview information: Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so early applications are encouraged.
About The Girls’ Network:
The Girls' Network is a national charity with a mission to inspire and empower girls from the least advantaged communities by connecting them with a network of professional women role models and volunteer mentors. We believe no girl should have her future limited by her gender, ethnicity, background, or parental income. Our vision is a future where all girls are supported to realise their ambitions, discover their self-worth, and shape their own futures.
We partner with secondary schools and colleges across multiple regions in England, including London, Merseyside, Portsmouth, Southampton, Sussex, Tees Valley, Tyne & Wear and Midlands. We match girls aged 14–19 with trained volunteer mentors for one-to-one support. In addition to this core mentoring, workshops, and access to an Ambassador Community that provides continued opportunities for development, career support, and connection.
Role Summary:
The Associate Facilitator plays a key role in delivering high-quality, engaging programmes across The Girls’ Network regions. This role focuses on facilitating impactful workshops and mentoring programmes for girls aged 14-19, supporting them to develop confidence, personal and social skills, and aspirations for their futures.
We are looking for an experienced and confident facilitator who can create inclusive, engaging learning environments and adapt delivery to meet the needs of diverse groups. The role requires someone who is comfortable working with volunteers and building positive, professional relationships with schools and other stakeholders.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is highly organised, reliable and passionate about working with and for young people. Delivery will take place across England, so a willingness to travel is essential (travel expenses will be reimbursed).
We are particularly interested in facilitators based in the Midlands.
Key Duties/Responsibilities:
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Deliver engaging in-person workshops and onboarding sessions to young people aged 14-19 in secondary schools and colleges, empowering them to develop personal and social skills. Prepare thoroughly by reviewing and adapting session plans to meet the diverse needs of different groups.
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Facilitate end-to-end mentor matching with young people (both in-person and virtually) and be present to support positive mentoring relationships.
-
Build and maintain positive, working relationships with schools, colleges, volunteers and other stakeholders. This includes retaining key relationships and supporting volunteers to ensure they feel confident and clear on their role.
-
Accurately collect and maintain records of programme participation, attendance, and outcomes. This includes logging pre-and post-programme data into Salesforce and gathering qualitative feedback from young people.
-
Uphold safeguarding and GDPR policies and procedures at all times, promptly escalating any concerns or disclosures to the National Programmes Manager and/or Designated Safeguarding Officer(s).
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Facilitate the overall success of workshop delivery, volunteering, and mentoring cohorts in your region.
-
Coordinate and deliver events and communications to meet regional and national KPIs, ensuring smooth operations.
-
Utilise effective, high-quality workshop and training materials to deliver impactful programme activities.
-
Engage in regular supervision with the National Programme Manager and attend additional training sessions and briefings as required.
-
Manage travel arrangements in line with the Expenses policy, ensuring timely submissions of expenses.
Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties required.
Person Specification:
Essential
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Applicants must hold a full, clean driving licence and have the ability and willingness to travel regularly across the region.
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Experience of delivering high quality workshops and/or training sessions to groups of young people, aged 14-19.
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Proven ability to build and independently manage multiple relationships with key stakeholders, including young people, volunteers, education providers and local partner organisations.
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Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time-management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines in a target-driven environment.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
-
Project or programme coordination experience, with the ability to manage conflicting priorities effectively.
-
Experience of working towards agreed objectives or performance measures and contributing to performance monitoring.
-
Practical knowledge and experience of safeguarding and child protection working practices.
-
Competence in using digital tools, such as Salesforce or other CRM platforms, with attention to detail and the ability to maintain high-quality records for monitoring and evaluation purposes.
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Understanding of equal opportunities and inclusion in youth work and how they apply in youth work in the charity and/or education sector.
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Understanding of the barriers experienced by girls and young women from disadvantaged backgrounds, with a commitment to helping address these through the organisation’s work.
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Commitment to The Girls’ Network mission and keeping young people at the centre of all work.
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Ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends, where required.
Desirable
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Qualified Teacher Status or other relevant teaching qualification
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Experience working in a charity, youth, or education setting.
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Experience of working with young people from diverse backgrounds.
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Experience of safer recruitment in volunteering.
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A mentoring, coaching qualification, or equivalent experience.
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Specific knowledge of mentoring programmes and/or youth/education services.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. If you believe you have relevant experience and the potential to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every single criterion listed.
We welcome applications from outreach youth workers and/or teachers/teaching assistants or equivalent roles.
Typical delivery pattern
Programme delivery is scheduled around the needs of partner schools and colleges. As a guide, most programmes consist of a series of three workshops, delivered either:
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Once a week over 3 weeks; or
-
Once a fortnight within a school half term.
Delivery schedules may vary depending on the needs of each education setting.
Work will be offered on an ad hoc basis according to programme demand and contractor availability. We cannot guarantee a minimum number of programme delivery assignments.
How to apply
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. As part of your application, you will be asked to submit your CV and answer a few application questions.
Appointees will be subject to a DBS check. You must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this role.
The deadline to submit your application is 29 July at midday. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Training and induction
Successful contractors will receive an induction and training programme to support them in the role. This is expected to take approximately 3 days, although the duration may vary depending on your previous experience.
Training and induction time will be paid at the agreed day rate. Any reasonable travel and accommodation costs incurred while attending training or carrying out work for The Girls' Network will be reimbursed in line with our Expenses Policy.
Diversity at our core
The Girls' Network is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating discrimination. In line with the Equality Act 2010, if you require any reasonable adjustments to support you with any stage of this recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment Team.
Our mission is to inspire and empower girls from the least advantaged communities by connecting them with a mentor and network of female role models.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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!
Location: Field-based delivery across the South Coast of England, particularly Southampton, Brighton, Worthing and Shoreham.
Reports to: National Programme Manager
Fees: A daily rate of £160-£200 per day, depending on experience
Expected Start Date: Jan-Feb 2027
Contract: Freelance contractor
Application deadline: Friday 14 August at 9am
Interview information: Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so early applications are encouraged.
About The Girls’ Network:
The Girls' Network is a national charity with a mission to inspire and empower girls from the least advantaged communities by connecting them with a network of professional women role models and volunteer mentors. We believe no girl should have her future limited by her gender, ethnicity, background, or parental income. Our vision is a future where all girls are supported to realise their ambitions, discover their self-worth, and shape their own futures.
We partner with secondary schools and colleges across multiple regions in England, including London, Merseyside, Portsmouth, Southampton, Sussex, Tees Valley, Tyne & Wear and the Midlands. We match girls aged 14–19 with trained volunteer mentors for one-to-one support. In addition to this core mentoring, workshops, and access to an Ambassador Community that provides continued opportunities for development, career support, and connection.
Role Summary:
The Associate Facilitator plays a key role in delivering high-quality, engaging programmes across The Girls’ Network regions. This role focuses on facilitating impactful workshops and mentoring programmes for girls aged 14-19, supporting them to develop confidence, personal and social skills, and aspirations for their futures.
We are looking for an experienced and confident facilitator who can create inclusive, engaging learning environments and adapt delivery to meet the needs of diverse groups. The role requires someone who is comfortable working with volunteers and building positive, professional relationships with schools and other stakeholders.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is highly organised, reliable and passionate about working with and for young people. Delivery will take place across England, so a willingness to travel is essential (travel expenses will be reimbursed).
We are particularly interested in facilitators based in the South Coast of England, particularly Sussex and Hampshire.
Key Duties/Responsibilities:
-
Deliver engaging in-person workshops and onboarding sessions to young people aged 14-19 in secondary schools and colleges, empowering them to develop personal and social skills. Prepare thoroughly by reviewing and adapting session plans to meet the diverse needs of different groups.
-
Facilitate end-to-end mentor matching with young people (both in-person and virtually) and be present to support positive mentoring relationships.
-
Build and maintain positive, working relationships with schools, colleges, volunteers and other stakeholders. This includes retaining key relationships and supporting volunteers to ensure they feel confident and clear on their role.
-
Accurately collect and maintain records of programme participation, attendance, and outcomes. This includes logging pre-and post-programme data into Salesforce and gathering qualitative feedback from young people.
-
Uphold safeguarding and GDPR policies and procedures at all times, promptly escalating any concerns or disclosures to the National Programmes Manager and/or Designated Safeguarding Officer(s).
-
Facilitate the overall success of workshop delivery, volunteering, and mentoring cohorts in your region.
-
Coordinate and deliver events and communications to meet regional and national KPIs, ensuring smooth operations.
-
Utilise effective, high-quality workshop and training materials to deliver impactful programme activities.
-
Engage in regular supervision with the National Programme Manager and attend additional training sessions and briefings as required.
-
Manage travel arrangements in line with the Expenses policy, ensuring timely submissions of expenses.
Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties required.
Person Specification:
Essential
-
Applicants must hold a full, clean driving licence and have the ability and willingness to travel regularly across the region.
-
Experience of delivering high quality workshops and/or training sessions to groups of young people, aged 14-19.
-
Proven ability to build and independently manage multiple relationships with key stakeholders, including young people, volunteers, education providers and local partner organisations.
-
Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time-management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines in a target-driven environment.
-
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
-
Project or programme coordination experience, with the ability to manage conflicting priorities effectively.
-
Experience of working towards agreed objectives or performance measures and contributing to performance monitoring.
-
Practical knowledge and experience of safeguarding and child protection working practices.
-
Competence in using digital tools, such as Salesforce or other CRM platforms, with attention to detail and the ability to maintain high-quality records for monitoring and evaluation purposes.
-
Understanding of equal opportunities and inclusion in youth work and how they apply in youth work in the charity and/or education sector.
-
Understanding of the barriers experienced by girls and young women from disadvantaged backgrounds, with a commitment to helping address these through the organisation’s work.
-
Commitment to The Girls’ Network mission and keeping young people at the centre of all work.
-
Ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends, where required.
Desirable
-
Qualified Teacher Status or other relevant teaching qualification
-
Experience working in a charity, youth, or education setting.
-
Experience of working with young people from diverse backgrounds.
-
Experience of safer recruitment in volunteering.
-
A mentoring, coaching qualification, or equivalent experience.
-
Specific knowledge of mentoring programmes and/or youth/education services.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. If you believe you have relevant experience and the potential to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every single criterion listed.
We welcome applications from outreach youth workers and/or teachers/teaching assistants or equivalent roles.
Typical delivery pattern
Programme delivery is scheduled around the needs of partner schools and colleges. As a guide, most programmes consist of a series of three workshops, delivered either:
-
Once a week over 3 weeks; or
-
Once a fortnight within a school half term.
Delivery schedules may vary depending on the needs of each education setting.
Work will be offered on an ad hoc basis according to programme demand and contractor availability. We cannot guarantee a minimum number of programme delivery assignments.
How to apply
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible by submitting your application. As part of your application, you will be asked to submit your CV and answer a few application questions.
Appointees will be subject to a DBS check. You must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this role.
The deadline to submit your application is 29 July at midday. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Training and induction
Successful contractors will receive an induction and training programme to support them in the role. This is expected to take approximately 3 days, although the duration may vary depending on your previous experience.
Training and induction time will be paid at the agreed day rate. Any reasonable travel and accommodation costs incurred while attending training or carrying out work for The Girls' Network will be reimbursed in line with our Expenses Policy.
Diversity at our core
The Girls' Network is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating discrimination. In line with the Equality Act 2010, if you require any reasonable adjustments to support you with any stage of this recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment Team.
Our mission is to inspire and empower girls from the least advantaged communities by connecting them with a mentor and network of female role models.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
- Do you want a role where you can see your impact in changing the lives of young people living through and beyond cancer?
- Are you proud of your ability to build effective relationships across wide and diverse groups of people, organisations and partners?
- Do you have the ability to enthuse, motivate and encourage others?
- Do you enjoy working in a small team, working towards clear goals and objectives?
- Are you ready to hit the ground running? Then this is the role for you!
The Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust is recruiting a Community and Individual Fundraiser to be an integral part of the small and driven fundraising team. Inspiring and managing community groups, individual fundraisers, and individual donations.
As an enthusiastic fundraiser you will help diversify income and grow loyalty by building and nurturing relationships both with future supporters and existing donors. You will work to increase supporter engagement and develop recurring giving through our ‘Friends of the Trust’ programme. You will also play a proactive part in our wider fundraising activities, helping us be even more accessible to all young people who have a cancer diagnosis in the UK, and have the biggest positive impact possible on every one of them.
A great opportunity to join a close, ambitious and supportive team where you will have a truly meaningful impact and where you can experience first-hand the difference you are making to so many young lives.
The successful candidate will be passionate and skilled in building effective relationships, a competent and confident communicator and have a personable approach when working with a wide range of supporters. Experience in a fundraising role is desireable, but we are very willing to consider transferable skills with an interest and enthusiasm to learn too!
As well as being a fulfilling, fun place to work, we offer a range of incentives to our team. You will get:
- 23 days basic annual leave a year (pro-rata) plus all English Bank Holidays (typically 8 days). After 3 years, you will get an extra day’s annual leave and an extra 2 days after 5 years.
- Hybrid working – our office-based team have the possibilty to work remotely on set days, depending on job role/responsibilities, with some flexibility in working hours, both in agreement with line manager.
- Company Pension Plan with employer contribution above the legal minimum requirement.
- Option to enrol in the Benenden Health Healthcare Plan and Health Cash Plan. This includes…
- Private medical diagnostics, private medical treatment and surgery, physiotherapy, mental health counselling support, 24/7 GP and mental health helplines.
- Money towards health-related costs, including optical, dental, chiropody, physiotherapy, in-patient treatment.
- Gym membership discounts and online fitness classes.
- Access to professional mental health supervision
- Reward Gateway – huge range of discounts on shopping, entertainment, holidays, and other experiences, plus wellbeing support.
- Vouchers for a free annual eye test at Specsavers.
- Musto branded staff kit & supplier discounts.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Working with individuals, community groups and clubs you will build meaningful relationships and deliver excellent supporter experiences, increasing engagement and maximising fundraising income. You will be responsible for individidual gifts up to the value of £5,000 and integral to our fundraising strategy, you will play a key role in creating and developing new public fundraising initiatives from the ground up, helping to grow income and inspire support.
Community & Individual fundraising
- Build and maintain strong relationships with fundraisers and supporters, providing excellent stewardship and support throughout their fundraising journey.
- Identify and develop new fundraising opportunities, with a key focus on engaging our warm and proactive community of families and volunteers.
- Develop and grow our successful ‘Talks’ series, working with our nationwide volunteer speaker network to engage sailing clubs across the UK, raising awareness of our work and encouraging long-term support.
- Inspire and support individuals taking part in fundraising challenges and activities. Providing fundraising advice, motivation and practical support.
- Champion and develop digital fundraising opportunities.
- Identify, propose and deliver new ideas and campaigns, maximising our engaged supporter base as well as new audiences.
- Be a passionate ambassador of Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust at community fundraising events and talks to raise awareness of the charity.
Individual giving
- Provide excellent supporter care through written and verbal communication throughout the year as needed.
- Maintaining accurate records of donations made directly and from third-party platforms and ensure all donors and fundraisers are thanked in an appropriate and timely manner.
- Identifying opportunities within our individual donors and engaged community to retain and grow loyalty.
- Manage and develop relationships with monthly donors, working to develop stewardship journeys that engage and encourage long-term commitment and growth from this income stream. Identify growth opportunities and potential to turn one-off donors into regular supporters.
Team responsibilities
- Where needed, use your creativity to work with the Communication team to develop collateral related to community and individual fundraising.
- Participate in regular meetings with wider team to inform and update on progress, ensuring other departments know and can celebrate funding successes.
- Support the wider Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust teams across the year during busy periods, as required.
- Comply with all Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust policies and procedures and maintain the highest standards of data management and GDPR compliance.
For more info about Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust and the role please see the Recruitment Pack
When treatment ends our work begins. We inspire young people aged 8-24 to believe in a brighter future through free sailing and outdoor adventures.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.