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We can’t fix issues like poverty, inequality, health and climate change alone. We are fully conscious of the scale of the challenge that faces the country and the urgent need to respond. That’s why the School for Social Entrepreneurs exists, to empower and equip people with entrepreneurial ideas and solutions to grow the social economy. The social economy is a movement of organisations and enterprises that prioritise people and planet. Together, we are committed to tackling the greatest social and environmental challenges of our time.This is a new and exciting role at a significant time of growth for the School for Social Entrepreneurs. In the coming year. we are developing new programmes, working with leaders who are developing small community led social and environmental projects as well as leading larger charities and social businesses developing social investment and housing solutions.

We’re not a traditional funder. Our grants tend to be small, but they punch above their weight, helping social and environmental entrepreneurs take the next step to grow their organisations. Our grants run alongside learning programmes, challenging and supporting leaders. We’re innovative in how we do this, through both traditional and enterprise grants. We lead on Match Trading™, a grant that challenges leaders to grow their trading income, and we are working on further grants innovations.

You will work with our Grants Team, Project Co-ordinators and Assessment Lead to develop and support grant management across a range of programmes. Your role will be to lead on specific programmes, including supporting assessment, onboarding and grant management. You will ensure that grantees are fully supported to manage their grants and ensure that grant management is compliant, auditable, efficient, and timely. You will support the development of grant policies and processes, writing grant paperwork and documentation, overseeing payments, and reporting to the wider Programmes Team and others about our work.

You don’t need to have managed grants before, but you do need to have a good understanding of a wide range enterprises and charities, gained through experience of training, business consultancy or development support. You will have a good understanding of business models, legal structures and financial systems that social and environmental organisations and community run and owned businesses may use. You will need to understand social enterprise finances, be able to read accounts, budgets, cashflows and have a good knowledge of social enterprise income streams.

We need someone who understands how hard it is to start up and grow social and environmental enterprises and can support people from diverse backgrounds in managing their grant, finances and growing their business.

Are you up for the challenge?

Interviews: Friday 18th and Friday 25th September (online)

The Orpheus Centre is a specialist performing arts college and charity that supports young disabled adults to live more independent and fulfilling lives. Guided by our values—joyful, bold, inclusive, resilient and determined—we empower our students through the arts while providing an exciting, creative and supportive environment for staff.

​The role

We are looking for an energetic, organised and enthusiastic challenge event and corporate fundraiser to join our ambitious fundraising team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in fundraising, ideally working within the corporate or challenge event fields.

You will play a key role in growing our corporate income by stewarding existing relationships and cultivating new ones. Alongside growing our TEAM ORPHEUS! Challenge event. Recruiting, stewarding and retaining fundraisers. Working closely with the Partnerships Manager and Deputy Head of Fundraising, you’ll help the organisation prepare for significant planned growth and an upcoming capital appeal

If you are passionate about relationship-building, motivated by targets, and want to make a meaningful difference to the lives of disabled young people—this could be your next step.

​Location: Godstone, Surrey

Salary: £26,000- £30,000 per annum

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week / 52 weeks per year. Hours may be altered on occasions according to the needs of the curriculum and organisation

Contract: Permanent

​Key responsibilities

• Deliver against corporate income targets in line with our fundraising strategy.
• Identify, cultivate and secure new corporate partnerships, including Charity of the Year opportunities, sponsorships and corporate fundraising campaigns.
• Steward existing corporate supporters with high-quality engagement, communication and reporting.Plan and manage corporate supporter engagement opportunities including meetings, volunteering days and events.Recruit and engage participants to sign up for fundraising challenge events.
• Provide excellent supporter care by guiding participants before, during, and after their challenge.
• Identify opportunities to grow income, including upselling participants to larger events or encouraging repeat participation.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate records using our CRM system.
• Contribute to industry insight by monitoring trends, opportunities and sector developments.
• Attend meetings, pitches, events and occasional evening/weekend activities (TOIL provided).

​About you​

Essential Experience & Skills​

• Experience in fundraising or B2B account management.
• Ability to build strong, positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Experience working to income targets and managing pipelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report and proposal writing.
• Good negotiation, influencing, and presentation abilities.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy and varied workload.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

​Desirable Experience​

• 1+ years’ experience in fundraising.
• Experience developing pitches and securing COTY partnerships.
• Experience in working with challenge events and participants.
• Understanding of disability issues.

​Other Requirements​

• Full, clean driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Willingness to occasionally work outside standard hours.​

Why work with us?​

• A warm, friendly, and creative working environment.
• Opportunities for training, development and personal growth.
• The chance to make a direct, meaningful impact on the lives of young disabled adults.
• Being part of an ambitious organisation entering a period of exciting growth.​

Join us in making a lasting difference in the lives of young disabled people through the power of the arts.

​Safeguarding and Equality​

Orpheus is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references. This post is classed as having a high degree of contact with vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

As part of our safer recruitment process and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online searches may be undertaken as part of due diligence.

​We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

In order to be considered you must be eligible to work in the UK.

​The Orpheus Centre is proud to be a disability confident employer

We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people. Reasonable adjustments will be made to the recruitment procedure as required in consultation with the applicant to ensure no-one is disadvantaged because of their disability. If a disabled person is selected for a position, reasonable adjustments will be made to the workplace, including premises and equipment, work duties and practices or policies, as appropriate. All disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role as set out in the role profile and person specification will be considered for interview.

​As a Disability Confident Employer, we are:

• ​Challenging attitudes towards disability
• Increasing understanding of disability
• Removing barriers to disabled people and those with long-term health conditions
• Ensuring that disabled people have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspiration

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Experienced Specialist Debt Adviser with a strong background in delivering high-quality, FCA-compliant debt advice and managing complex client casework. Skilled in providing holistic debt solutions, creditor negotiation, financial guidance and tailored support to individuals experiencing financial difficulty.

Proven ability to maintain high standards of advice quality through effective case management, file reviews, compliance monitoring and adherence to Advice Quality Standards (AQS), GDPR, safeguarding and organisational policies. Experienced in supporting junior advisers through coaching, guidance, knowledge sharing and quality improvement activities.

Confident in managing caseloads, meeting contractual KPIs, producing performance reports and contributing to service development initiatives that improve access to financial education and preventative debt support. A committed and client-focused adviser with strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to deliver impactful services while supporting team performance and continuous improvement.

With a 110-year history, we are proud to be able to say that the WI continues to be the largest and most influential UK-based women’s organisation, with over 170,000 members. Our campaigns push for change on the issues that matter to women and their communities, from equal pay to climate change, mental health and violence against women. The WI has brought about real change, and this record of action shows that we are as relevant today as we were in 1915.

The National Federation of Women’s Institutes (the NFWI) is responsible for running the organisation and provides support and advice to members at both regional and local levels.

About the role

Taking ownership of our digital and technology platforms, you will actively support campaigns that improve the lives of women. In particular, you will optimise our website, CRM and social media to grow traffic, engagement and conversions through reporting and A/B testing and proactively review digital content based on SEO changes and evolving organisational needs. At the same time, you will assist colleagues in delivering diverse digital projects whilst identifying opportunities for automation and championing best practice in everything you do. In short, you will bring women’s stories to life via marketing campaigns, AI, influencers, social media and other channels to give us a powerful voice to champion change and transform outcomes.

Location: Hybrid, with one day a week at our London office.

About you

Highly experienced in delivering websites, CRM systems and digital platforms, you will be a confident project manager with proven ability to translate user needs into digital improvements. Needless to say, you should be adept at digital optimisation, SEO, skilled at briefing developers and experienced at drafting digital project roadmaps and training materials, and you will be passionate about the possibilities of technology.

If you have a background with a membership, charity or campaigning organisation, so much the better, and knowledge of an Enterprise CMS (Squiz Matrix, Sitecore, Umbraco) plus HTML and A/B testing, CRO, UX, AI and analytics tools would be very useful. However, it’s your resilience and adaptability that will matter most, backed by a highly creative mindset and deep understanding of the latest digital trends.

How to apply

For further information about this Digital and Technology Manager role, please download the recruitment pack which includes the job description and person specification.

To apply, please submit your current CV with a covering letter clearly explaining why you would be suitable for the role to the HR department.

Closing date: 6 August 2026

First-round interviews will take place virtually between 13 - 14 August 2026.

Second-round interviews will take place in person at our London office on 19 August 2026.

No other media or agencies, please.

The WI is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and values diversity. Reg. Charity No. 803793.

RLSS UK are currently recruiting for a Compliance Administrator (Audit). The ideal candidate will be detail‑driven, confident, and proactive, to help us maintain the highest standards across our Approved Training Centres and Providers, qualification delivery, and regulatory obligations. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on ensuring excellence and has a passion for doing things right.

In this role, you will:

• Conduct scheduled and ad‑hoc audits for our Approved Training Centres and Providers
• Ensure compliance with RLSS UK policies, qualification frameworks, and industry best practice
• Support the Line Manager with meeting regulatory obligations
• Provide clear, constructive feedback and support to Approved Training Centres and Providers to help them achieve and maintain compliance
• Contribute to continuous improvement of our quality assurance systems
   

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Experience conducting audits or quality assurance reviews
• Strong understanding of regulatory environments or working with regulators
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to guide and support Approved Training Centres and Providers
• A professional and supportive approach, ensuring all interactions align with high customer service standards
• A methodical and objective approach, with strong attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  
   

ROLE OVERVIEW

As an Awarding Organisation, Regulated and Non-Regulated qualifications generate a significant percentage of the Society’s income, and therefore are vital to the charity’s future financial stability. Key to maintaining this important area of work is to ensure that the qualifications, Approved Training Centres (ATC), and Providers (ATP) remain compliant with the requirements of the Regulators (such as OFQUAL).

The post holder will take responsibility for carrying out key administrative processes and tasks to ensure RLSS UK and its ATC/P continue to operate to the highest standards.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, organise, and conduct audits of ATC/P, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks and organisational standards.
• Review and verify documentation and processes, identifying non-compliance and recommending corrective actions.
• Prepare detailed audit reports, highlighting findings, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Monitor implementation of corrective actions and follow-up audits to ensure sustained compliance.
• Collaborate with External Quality Assurance teams to schedule and manage audit activities, ensuring timely completion and consistency.
• Support investigations into malpractice and maladministration where audit findings indicate potential breaches, providing evidence and recommendations.
  
  
   

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Compliance

• Conduct desk-based audits of ATC/Ps, ensuring compliance with RLSS UK Qualifications, standards, policies, and regulatory frameworks.
• Review documentation such as assessment records, Internal Quality Assurance sampling, safeguarding policies, and conflict of interest declarations, to identify risks and promote best practice.
• Assist in maintaining Direct Claim Status for ATC/Ps, including supporting reviews and escalation protocols.
• Support ATC/P approval processes, ensuring documentation checks and onboarding align with RLSS UK processes.
• Compile and analyse audit data, providing summaries to inform continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance in Reasonable Adjustments and Special Considerations, offering guidance under established procedures.
• Maintain auditable records of all audit activity, provider status, and compliance outcomes in line with GDPR and regulatory standards.
• Assist with audit scheduling, prioritising high-risk providers and aligning with quality assurance timelines.
• Contribute to the development of audit tools and templates, supporting continuous improvements.
• Provide evidence for complaints, malpractice, and maladministration cases, escalating to the line manager as required.
• Respond to compliance queries via all communication channels ensuring timely and accurate support.
   

General

• Demonstrate and uphold the society’s values and behavioural standards at all times.
• Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up to date documentation as part of RLSS UK’s compliance programme.
• Proactively participate in the Society’s equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) initiatives and training, and to promote a culture of respect and inclusion for all staff and customers.
• All other duties reasonably associated with your role, as directed by the line manager.
   

This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of areas of activity and responsibility and will be amended in the light of the changing needs of the organisation.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes

• Previous experience in administration, customer service, and auditing processes.
• Good attention to detail and organisation skills
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively
• Be self-motivated and a self-starter
• Ability to effectively work in a team and individually
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency using Microsoft Office

IDEAL STRENGTHS FOR THE ROLE

• Efficiency
• Detail Orientation
• Resilience
• Common Sense
• Self Confidence
• Enthusiasm
• Relationship Building

YOUR APPLICATION

Please send your CV and a Cover Letter (no more than 300-words) outlining why you should be our next Compliance Administrator (Audit).

Closing Date – 5:00pm, Monday 3rd August 2026

Interview Date – Tuesday 11th and Wednesday 12th August 2026, at our Worcester Head Office (subject to change)

WHAT RLSS UK CAN OFFER YOU

• Annual Leave based on 27 days + Bank Holidays + a discretionary day off for your birthday
• Private Healthcare Plan*
• Enhanced Society Sick Pay*
• Eye Care*
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme*
• Discounts available including high street brands, entertainment, eating out and more
• Free RLSS UK Membership
• Free tea and coffee when working from HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine
• Free on-site parking when working from HQ
• Company events and socials

*Subject to eligibility criteria

Should you wish to discuss the role, any adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process, or have any questions, please get in touch where a member of the RLSS UK HR Department will be happy to help.

RLSS UK are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and an INclusive Worcestershire Leader.

Social Media Officer 

Hours: Full time (part time or job share considered), Permanent 

Salary: SCP 7 to 17 (£26,403 to £31,022 FTE, 2025/26 NJC rates), depending on skills and experience 

Based: Manchester, with regular travel to community events across the North of England and the Midlands (including Leeds, Liverpool, Wakefield and Coventry) 

BHA is a leading health and social care charity that works to challenge health inequalities and support individuals, families & communities to improve their health & well-being.We offer a range of unique services delivered at local, regional, and national level in the areas of health promotion, community health education and engaging and involving communities in health and social care decision making.

The Social Media Officer role is responsible for bringing BHA’s work to life across our social media channels. You will plan, create and post engaging content, manage our online community, and get out to events across the region to capture stories and content on the ground, working to a content plan and key messaging agreed with the Senior Management Team and Campaigns Lead. 

The successful applicant should bring a creative, organised and enthusiastic approach to social media content creation, confidence using Canva or similar design tools, and a comfortable, sensitive manner when engaging with people at community events. 

The post holder will have the following essential criteria: experience creating content for social media (personal, voluntary or professional); experience using Canva or a similar design tool; excellent written English with the ability to adapt tone and style across platforms; comfortable engaging informally with people at community events; and good organisational skills to work independently to an agreed content plan 

Benefits of working with BHA: 

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata 

• Birthday leave 

• Employee Assistant programme (includes income protection) 

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay 

• Cycle to work scheme

• Enhanced occupational sick pay 

• Flexible working 

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Aydin Djemal, CEO, to arrange an informal telephone discussion.

You can apply by completing the Application Form on our website and sending it to our recruitment inbox.. Your application MUST DETAIL how you meet the points asked for in the person specification. 

CVs will not be accepted, and applicants must be eligible to work in the U.K. 

The closing date for applicants is 31 August 2026 

Interviews will be held on the week commencing 7 September 2026  

Due to the nature of this post, a Disclosure & Barring Service search will be conducted on the successful applicant. 

Reasonable adjustment: 

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity, and inclusion.We welcome applications that represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve.As a disability confident employer, we actively seek to remove any barriers. Therefore, if you have a disability and have any particular requirements to enable you to participate in the application process, please email us. 

Impact and Evaluation Lead
 Permanent, Full time – 35 hours per week |  £33,500 per annum | Ambleside preferred, with hybrid working considered (Ambleside/Bradford)
 

Join Our Team: Help us prove what works. Help us do even more of it.

At Brathay, we believe every child and young person deserves the opportunity to feel like their best self and thrive within their community.
 

For 80 years, we've been creating life-changing opportunities through community early help, youth work, outdoor learning and experiential programmes. Every year we work alongside thousands of children, young people, families, schools and communities across the UK, helping to build their brighter futures.

We're now looking for an exceptional Impact and Evaluation Lead to help us understand, evidence and strengthen the difference our work makes.

This is a pivotal role at the heart of our organisation. You'll champion high-quality data and reporting. You'll work with colleagues across the organisation to improve data quality, develop meaningful dashboards and reports, and ensure information is used. Your work will help shape strategic decision-making, strengthen funding relationships, support innovation and, most importantly, ensure we continue delivering meaningful outcomes for children and young people.

If you're passionate about turning data into insight, evidence into action, and stories into influence, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As our Impact and Evaluation Lead, you will:

• Lead and develop Brathay's organisation-wide impact and evaluation framework
• Maintain and develop robust, practical approaches to measuring outcomes and impact
• Analyse quantitative and qualitative data to generate meaningful insights
• Translate complex information into compelling reports, dashboards and impact stories
• Work closely with delivery teams to embed a culture of learning, reflection and evidence-informed practice
• Support teams to collect high-quality monitoring and evaluation data
• Produce reports for funders, commissioners, trustees and senior leaders
• Identify opportunities to strengthen our evidence base and demonstrate social value
• Champion continuous improvement by ensuring learning influences future programme design and delivery

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Has experience leading impact, evaluation, research or performance measurement activity.
• Can confidently analyse and interpret data from multiple sources.
• Enjoys transforming evidence into clear, engaging and influential narratives.
• Can balance strategic thinking with practical implementation.
• Builds trusting relationships, collaborates and influences colleagues at all levels.
• Is curious, analytical and committed to learning.
• Shares our passion for improving outcomes for children, young people and communities.
• Understands outcomes-based approaches within charities, education, youth work, community development or related sectors.

Whether your background is in evaluation, research, service improvement, insight, impact measurement or performance management, we are interested in hearing from people who can bring expertise, energy and fresh thinking to this important role.

Why Join Brathay?
 

At Brathay, you'll join a values-led organisation where learning, innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Develop and influence how impact is understood and utilised across the organisation.
• Work alongside passionate colleagues who are committed to changing lives.
• Help strengthen services that support children, young people and families.
• Contribute to national conversations on youth work, outdoor learning and early help.
• Develop innovative approaches to evidence, learning and impact.
• Be part of an organisation with an ambitious vision and a strong track record of delivery.

Most importantly, your work will help ensure that the voices, experiences and outcomes of children and young people are at the centre of our decision-making.

A Career with Purpose

Behind every dataset is a young person who has gained confidence.

Behind every outcome measure is a young person that feels better supported.

Behind every evaluation report is an opportunity to improve lives.

If you're excited by the idea of using evidence, insight and learning to create lasting change, we'd love you to join us.

Apply Now

Your expertise could help us demonstrate our impact, improve our practice and create even more opportunities for children and young people to thrive.

Closing Date: Noon Monday 10th August

Interview Date: Wednesday 19th or Friday 21st August (Interview will be on one day only, in Ambleside)
 

Brathay Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and recruitment checks.
 

Brathay is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcomes applications from all backgrounds and communities.

About Kinship

We are Kinship. The leading kinship care charity. 

We're here for kinship carers - friends or family who step up to raise a child when their parents aren't able to. 

We support kinship families across England and Wales and are expanding our work into Scotland.

Let's commit to change for kinship families.

Purpose of the role: 

The Kinship Navigator provides intensive, time-limited support to kinship carers through the Kinship Connected programme, a structured six-month intervention designed to help kinship families stabilise placements and access the support they need.

Working directly with kinship carers in West Dunbartonshire, you will build trusting relationships while completing structured assessments, goal setting and reviews to help families strengthen their support networks and navigate services such as children’s social care, education, health and community support.

This is a community-facing role, working from Y Sort It’s offices and directly in kinship carers’ homes and community spaces. You will work alongside Y Sort It’s Intandem mentors to ensure that both carers and the children they care for receive coordinated, complementary support.

Accurate recording of your work is essential to enable Kinship and Inspiring Scotland to understand what is working, demonstrate impact and learn from this pioneering pilot.

Direct support

You will provide intensive one-to-one support to kinship carers for up to six months, working within the delivery approach set out in the Kinship Connected Service Manual. You will also establish and facilitate a monthly support group for kinship carers in West Dunbartonshire.

This may include:

• Providing emotional and practical support to kinship carers.
• Completing structured needs assessments, SMART goal setting and regular reviews with kinship carers.
• Advocating for kinship carers in meetings with professionals where appropriate.
• Establishing and facilitating a monthly support group for kinship carers in the local area.
• Mapping local services and building relationships with organisations that can provide specialist support, training or activities for kinship families in West Dunbartonshire.
• Liaising with schools, local authorities and other professionals to coordinate support around families.
• Supporting kinship carers with challenges relating to the child(ren) in their kinship care.
• Signposting to relevant services, support organisations and Kinship training opportunities.
• Referring children in kinship care to Y Sort It’s Intandem mentoring programme where appropriate.
• Coordinating celebration and family events (including in Kinship Care Week).
• Supporting applications for grants for essential items or family breaks.

Partnership working with Y Sort It and Inspiring Scotland

• Work closely and collaboratively with Y Sort It colleagues on a day-to-day basis, building a strong co-location relationship that benefits kinship families.
• Develop and maintain clear cross-referral pathways between Kinship Connected and Y Sort It’s Intandem mentoring programme.
• Contribute to joint learning and shared reflection about how the whole-family model is working and what outcomes are being achieved for both carers and children.
• Represent Kinship professionally in all interactions with Y Sort It, Inspiring Scotland and other local partners.
• Participate in any joint reporting, learning or evaluation activities required by Inspiring Scotland.

Collaboration and wider partnership working

• Build constructive relationships with West Dunbartonshire Council and other statutory and voluntary sector partners to support awareness of the programme and effective referral pathways.
• Work closely with colleagues across Kinship, including Peer Support, Training and Communications, to ensure kinship carers in West Dunbartonshire can access the full range of Kinship’s support.
• Contribute to cross-team learning, sharing emerging insights about kinship carers’ experiences and the local landscape in Scotland to inform Kinship’s broader organisational learning.
• Represent Kinship at local meetings, networks or events to strengthen collaboration and raise awareness of kinship care in Scotland.

Safeguarding and risk management

Kinship has a robust safeguarding structure. You will be supported by a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and Designated Deputy Safeguarding Leads (DDSL). In line with this policy, and mindful of the Scottish legislative and practice context, you will:

• Recognise, report, record, respond and refer safeguarding risks via our safeguarding process with the support of the safeguarding team.
• Follow and understand Kinship’s organisational safeguarding policies, as well as relevant Scottish guidance and legislation.
• Complete risk assessments for events in line with Kinship’s policy.
• Follow the Kinship Health and Safety policy.
• Use the StaySafe lone worker app.

Monitoring, evaluation and data quality

Accurate and consistent data recording is a core requirement of this role. As Kinship Connected in West Dunbartonshire is a pilot programme, high-quality records and documentation are essential to demonstrate impact to Inspiring Scotland and to generate the learning that will inform future development of Kinship’s work in Scotland.

• Maintain accurate, timely records of all activity, assessments, support plans, contacts and outcomes on Kinship’s CRM system (Salesforce) in line with organisational policy and programme protocols.
• Complete kinship carer needs assessments, SMART goal setting, reviews and outcome recording in accordance with the Kinship Navigator model.
• Contribute to monitoring and reporting requirements for Inspiring Scotland, ensuring activity and outcomes are documented consistently.
• Fully contribute to quality assurance and learning processes, including collecting feedback and case studies that demonstrate impact for kinship families.
• Contribute to the learning about how co-location with Y Sort It supports whole-family outcomes

Reach Charity is a small volunteer-led national charity supporting children born with, or who acquire upper limb differences (ULD) in childhood, for the whole of their lives! Being born with/acquiring  an ULD in childhood is rare. Our role in the Reach team is to support our volunteers in every way we can to keep Reach families connected and supported with and by their community as and when they need it for life. This role will help us sustain and potentially grow that level of support. 

Contract: One-year fixed-term contract. The role will be reviewed before the end of the fixed term. Any extension, permanency or change to contracted hours will be subject to organisational need, funding and written agreement.

Location/format: Hybrid working, with a minimum of two days per week in the office: Office 5, The Library Rooms, 59 High Street, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5PB. Homeworking is subject to appropriate health and safety and display screen equipment arrangements. Hybrid working arrangements may be reviewed and changed with reasonable notice following consultation.

Reporting to: Operations Lead

Core purpose of the role:
The Operations & Development Officer will provide high-quality operational, administrative and executive support to the Operations Lead and the wider Reach team.
The role will help ensure the smooth running of Reach’s central operations, including governance support, policy coordination, safeguarding administration, donor stewardship, event delivery, communications and day-to-day organisational support.
The postholder will play an important role in maintaining operational continuity, supporting compliance, strengthening community engagement and helping Reach deliver effectively for adults, children and young people with upper limb difference and their families.

Key responsibilities
1. Governance, compliance and safeguarding
Policy and procedure coordination
Coordinate and maintain a rolling programme of policy and procedure review, liaising with the Operations Lead, trustees and relevant staff or volunteers as required.
Support the updating, formatting, circulation and storage of policies and procedures, ensuring records are accurate and accessible.

Safeguarding support
Subject to appropriate training, support Reach’s safeguarding arrangements and participate in the safeguarding on-call rota.
Provide cover during colleagues planned or unplanned absence, acting in accordance with Reach’s safeguarding policy and escalation procedures.
This may include occasional weekend on-call duties when the Operations Lead is unavailable.

DBS, safeguarding training and appointment requirements
Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and the appropriate level of DBS check for the role.
Safeguarding training must be completed before the postholder undertakes safeguarding duties.

Data protection and confidentiality
Handle personal, sensitive and confidential information in accordance with UK GDPR, Reach policies and confidentiality requirements.
This includes information held in CRM systems, Mailchimp, donor records, membership records and sensitive conversations with families, professionals, volunteers and supporters.

2. Donor relations and fundraising administration
Donor stewardship
Provide supportive cover for donor stewardship during colleague absence or holiday, including drafting thank-you communications, updating records and helping maintain positive supporter relationships.
Ensure donor communications are timely, accurate and aligned with Reach’s tone, values and messaging.

Fundraising administration
Support the Operations Lead and wider team with fundraising administration, including funding applications, milestone tracking, data collection and information required for funder reports.
Maintain accurate records of funding activity, deadlines and reporting requirements.

3. Event support and promotion
Event delivery
Support the planning, coordination, delivery and evaluation of Reach events.
This may include support from initial concept through to on-the-day coordination and post-event follow-up.
Where required, lead agreed elements of event delivery, with appropriate support and oversight.

Event communications and promotion
Promote events and campaigns through digital channels, newsletters, local networks and other appropriate platforms to maximise visibility, attendance, engagement and donations.
Work closely with the Operations Lead and Reach team to ensure consistent messaging, effective coordination and successful delivery.

Evening and weekend work
Some evening or weekend work may be required for events or safeguarding cover. This will be agreed in advance wherever possible and managed through time off in lieu or other arrangements in line with Reach policy.

4. Executive, board and operational support
Executive assistance
Provide executive and administrative support to the Operations Lead, including diary management, coordination of priorities, management of incoming enquiries and preparation of briefing materials or documentation for meetings.
Work with other members of staff to identify priorities, support workflow and ensure timely follow-up on agreed actions.

Board and trustee support
Provide proactive support for Trustee meetings, including coordinating meeting logistics, preparing and circulating papers, supporting agenda planning and taking clear, accurate minutes.
Help ensure trustees have the information they need to support effective governance and decision-making.

General operations
Support the smooth running of Reach’s day-to-day operations, including responding to enquiries, maintaining records, supporting internal communications and helping ensure tasks are completed efficiently.

5. Finance, merchandise and systems administration
Finance administration
Support finance administration by maintaining accurate transaction records, processing documentation, supporting reconciliations and working within Reach’s financial controls and delegated authority arrangements.
Liaise with the Operations Lead, Treasurer and relevant colleagues to ensure financial information is accurate, timely and appropriately recorded.

Merchandise and fulfilment
Manage the Reach online shop and coordinate fulfilment of merchandise and other items.
Prepare and post welcome packs, running vests and other materials for new members, supporters and event participants.
Maintain accurate records of stock, orders and fulfilment activity

Systems and records
Use Reach’s systems accurately and consistently, including CRM, email marketing, finance, document storage and communication platforms.
Support the maintenance of accurate records and contribute to efficient internal processes.

6. Flexibility
This job description sets out the main responsibilities of the role but is not exhaustive.
Duties may reasonably change over time following consultation, provided they remain appropriate to the nature, purpose and level of the role.

Person specification
Essential attributes
The postholder will be expected to demonstrate:

• Reliability
  Consistency, dependability and the ability to follow through on agreed work are essential in a small team.
• Strong listening skills
  The ability to listen carefully, respond sensitively and support, enable or signpost people effectively.
• Organisation and prioritisation
  The ability to manage competing priorities, multitask effectively and complete work accurately and on time.
• Efficiency and attention to detail
  The ability to work carefully, meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.
• Team working
  The ability to collaborate, support, facilitate and contribute positively within a small charity team.
• Adaptablity
  The ability to learn new systems, processes and areas of work efficiently.
• Reflective approach
  A commitment to learning through experience and developing knowledge in a busy small charity environment

Essential skills and experience

The postholder should have:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to handle calls and enquiries from parents, carers, professionals, members, volunteers, partners, donors and funders.

• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• The ability to keep colleagues, Branch Coordinators, Trustees, RAW Mentors, volunteers and Reach team members informed, briefed and supported across in-person, online and email channels.

• Experience of administration, coordination or operational support.

• Practical experience in a safeguarding role.

• The ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

• Experience supporting meetings, including preparing papers, coordinating logistics, taking notes or minutes and following up actions.

• Good Microsoft 365 skills, including SharePoint, Teams, Excel and Word.

• Experience using CRM systems, particularly Salesforce.

• Experience using Mailchimp or similar communication software.

• Experience using Xero or similar finance software.

• A willingness to undertake safeguarding, data protection and other relevant training.

Desirable skills and experience

The following would be useful but are not essential:

• Experience working in the charity sector.

• Experience working with a Board of Trustees or Directors.

• Experience working with or supporting volunteers.

• Experience supporting local, regional or partnership projects.

• Experience of event coordination, ranging from small meetings and face-to-face meetups to larger events.

• Project coordination or project management experience.

• Risk assessment and risk management skills.

• Bookkeeping, budget monitoring or reconciliation experience.

• Fundraising administration or donor stewardship experience.

• Experience creating content using Canva.

• Experience updating website content using WordPress.

• Experience using social media platforms, including Facebook.

• Experience using WhatsApp or similar messaging services for community or project coordination.

• Knowledge of UK GDPR, safeguarding, confidentiality and Equality Act duties in a charity or community setting.

Working relationships

The postholder will work closely with:

• The Operations Lead
• The Reach team
• Trustees
• Branch Coordinators
• RAW Mentors
• Volunteers
• Members and families
• Donors, funders, partners and external stakeholders

Safeguarding, equality and inclusion

Reach is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. The postholder will be expected to work in line with Reach’s policies and procedures.

Reach is also committed to equality, inclusion and accessibility. The postholder will be expected to contribute to an inclusive, respectful and supportive environment for members, families, volunteers, staff, trustees and partners.

To apply please respond to every item detailed on the JD & PS (required and desired) 
Applications will be scored against every item, and shortlisting will be decided by the closest match. NB: CVs will not be considered – please do not attach. 

Deadline for applications: 01 September 2026
Interviews Round 1 (Teams): Mon 07 & Tues 08 September after 4pm 
Interviews Round 2 (in person): Wednesday 16 September   

Appointment is subject to enhanced DBS & 2 professional reference. 

Good luck! Reach is an inspiring community to work with. 
We look forward to reading your application.

ABOUT CAUDWELL CHILDREN

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Volunteer Manager (maternity cover) to join our dedicated, experienced and growing team of professionals as we embark on a journey of expansion.

Established in 2000, Caudwell Children aims to change people’s lives, change the way society perceives and treats disabled and autistic people and change the way that charities operate, through the provision of child-centred practical and emotional services, passionate campaigning and demonstrating best practice.  We believe in a world where disabled and autistic children have the choice, opportunity, dignity and understanding they deserve #jointhechange and help us in our mission!

Our facilities provide a state-of-the-art base within the grounds of Keele University, Staffordshire, with the option of informal homeworking arrangements up to 40% of working week after passing probation.

POST OUTLINE

This is an impactful role working in a supportive and collaborative environment. The Volunteer Manager is responsible for implementing a sustainable volunteer strategy, onboarding journey and programme across the charity. This varied role oversees the promotion of volunteering, internal and external relationship building, all stages of volunteer recruitment, HR checks and onboarding and the coordination of an effective volunteer mandatory training programme. This role is responsible for organising recognition programmes, guiding departments on how to manage and retain volunteers, maximising the use of volunteer resources and ensuring volunteers have a rewarding experience whilst also positively contributing to the organisation objectives to provide vital services to the families of disabled and neurodivergent children. This role is also responsible for the line management of the Volunteer Administrator. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who shares our commitment to making a meaningful difference and who can truly embody our core values:

• Ambition – We dream BIG… then make it happen
• Dedication – We go the extra mile… for every child
• Inclusivity – Unique, but UNITED

The successful candidate will bring enthusiasm, professionalism and a collaborative spirit, contributing to a culture where every child, colleague, donor and stakeholder feels valued, supported and inspired to thrive.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and inspire a positive culture of volunteering within the organisation.
• Implement the Charities Volunteer Strategy and continually develop the volunteer onboarding journey and programme. 
• Liaise with departments to establish volunteer support requirements and create volunteer role descriptions.
• Continually review the recruitment plan and pipeline, analysing existing data to understand patterns, ensuring volunteer diversity.
• Promote and market Caudwell Children volunteer roles nationally with the support of the team, reaching wider audiences, using a range of recruitment methods such as online recruitment platforms, social media, local community groups, etc.
• Attend volunteer recruitment events across Staffordshire, such as university career fayres, including delivering presentations to promote volunteering and placements.
• Attend volunteer networking events
• Coordinate and lead informal volunteer interviews to identify suitable volunteer candidates.
• Responsible for overseeing references checks, ID and DBS checks in line with DBS regulation and to comply with safer recruitment policies
• Process onboarding paperwork, updating our volunteer database and auditing  volunteer records to ensure they are up to date with DBS checks, mandatory training, medical records and emergency contact details.
• Oversee DBS renewals, DBS Destruction notices, annual medical updates and mandatory training reminders.
• Lead volunteer support plan discussions with new volunteers to discuss reasonable adjustments and support we will put into place where they have disclosed a medical condition or disability.
• Coordinate and oversee the induction and mandatory training for newly appointed volunteers, delivering the mandatory charity training session in collaboration with the Learning and Development Manager.
• Working with departments to advise them on how to deliver an effective training and mentoring programme in order to establish a cohesive infrastructure of motivated volunteers, in collaboration with the Learning and Development Manager.
• Deliver volunteer management training and advice to departments on how to  support, mentor and motivate volunteers, ensuring regular supervisions are carried out by departments.
• Lead monthly catch ups with department heads to discuss the activity of volunteers and department needs.
• Monitor and evaluate all aspects of volunteer activity to ensure effectiveness. Conduct continuous evaluation of the volunteer programme, organising surveys and volunteer forums to gather feedback
• Responsible for checking volunteer expense forms.
• Design and organise formal or informal activities to recognise the contributions of volunteers to the organisation, including parties, social media recognition posts, volunteer case studies, volunteer awards, etc.
• Review and update if appropriate volunteer policies, procedures, risk logs and standards of volunteer service across the organisation ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
• Ensure the Volunteer Department is compliant with ISO requirements by annually reviewing standard volunteer documents due to renewal.
• Produce regular reports using volunteer data on volunteer recruitment, onboarding, activity and participation.
• Create month end board level reports, interact at Board level, to highlight progress against the Volunteer Strategy.
• Line Manage, supervise and mentor the employee: Volunteer Administrator.
• Help to facilitate and develop the corporate volunteering opportunities in collaboration with the Business partnerships team who lead on the Charities Corporate Social Responsibility offer.
• Maintain and develop the current placement offer for student volunteers recognising the contribution to a sustainable volunteer strategy, and coordinating placement project plans and timetables.
• Deal with any complaints or issues involving volunteers in the appropriate manner and take action where necessary. 

Other:

• Communicate with children, families and all stakeholders in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture in full compliance with the Equality & Diversity Policy. 
• Uphold the principles and practice of customer care and continuous improvement.
• Maintain confidentiality and Data Protection and at all times work in accordance with General Data Protection Regulations 2018.
• Have an awareness of relevant health and safety regulations and legislation, being responsible for your own health and safety and that of anyone else whom your acts and omissions may affect.
• Report any concerns of potential abuse of a service user in line with the Safeguarding Policy and procedures.
• Ensure maintenance and security of physical, financial and information resources.
• Demonstrate commitment to ongoing personal and professional development. 
• Keep comprehensive and accurate records in relation to your role and in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Attend training as appropriate to the role, applying knowledge gained to the workplace.
• To work effectively and collaboratively as a member of the team, building and maintaining good working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders. 
• Ensure compliance with statutory and non-statutory bodies. 
• Adhere to all Caudwell Children policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate commitment to Caudwell Children’s mission, vision and values.
• On occasion and when necessary work flexible hours to meet the needs of the business.
• Willingness to travel on occasion in order to fulfil the needs of the post. 

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Criteria:

• Experience of coordinating volunteers / supervising a volunteer team.
• Experience of line management of colleagues.
• Experience of working in the charity sector.
• Excellent administration experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Volunteer management practices
• Ability to resolve problems/issues tactfully and effectively.
• Well-developed IT skills including data/records management and analysis.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Good presentation and training skills.
• Good multi-tasking skills with the ability to deal with and prioritise multiple requests.
• Prepared to be flexible and a commitment to team work.

Desirable Criteria:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent. 
• Relevant volunteer management qualification.
• Experience of management role.
• HR administration experience.
• Volunteer/ employee recruitment experience.
• Experience of reporting against targets to the board/senior management team.
• Understanding of the legislation surrounding volunteer management.
• Understanding of confidentiality and GDPR.
• The ability to travel independently to various locations across the region to fulfill the duties of the role.

This Job Description is not exhaustive.  The post holder may be required to carry out any other task as deemed appropriate for the level and responsibilities of the post.

DISCLOSURE & BARRING SERVICE CHECKS

The Charity is committed to safeguarding children and young people and therefore adopts a safer recruitment approach through a robust recruitment and selection process.  All posts within the Charity are subject to DBS checks, in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974).  This role is eligible for a basic disclosure check.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Caudwell Children is a Disability Confident employer committed to offering an interview to all applicants who meet the minimum criteria and declare they have a disability as defined in the Equality Act 2010.  We are committed to creating a diverse environment and will not discriminate for any reason against any person because of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and belief, sex or sexual orientation.  Please make us aware on your application if you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme.  We also encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background and other underrepresented groups.

HOW TO APPLY & FURTHER INFORMATION

To apply for this exciting opportunity, click “Apply” or visit our website for further information. 

With a 110-year history, we are proud to be able to say that the WI continues to be the largest and most influential UK-based women’s organisation, with over 170,000 members. Our campaigns push for change on the issues that matter to women and their communities, from equal pay to climate change, mental health and violence against women. The WI has brought about real change, and this record of action shows that we are as relevant today as we were in 1915.

The National Federation of Women’s Institutes (the NFWI) is responsible for running the organisation and provides support and advice to members at both regional and local levels.

About the role

In this key position, you will shape our online campaigns to improve the lives of women as you create website and social media content and manage community engagement. You can expect different challenges every day: implementing and monitoring advertising, updating digital guidance and training materials, and creating inspiring content that amplifies women’s voices and stories. We will look to you to identify opportunities to create conversations and showcase our members’ achievements, whilst building volunteers’ confidence to make digital contributions, so you will be central to our campaigning presence and mission.

Location: Hybrid, with one day a week at our London office.

About you

A creative and enthusiastic digital storyteller, you will be a true team player with demonstrable ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Creating website and social media content should naturally be second nature to you, and you will be fully familiar with creating reports based on analytical data and using a CMS and Google Analytics or similar reporting tools.

Exposure to an Enterprise CMS (Squiz Matrix, Sitecore, Umbraco) and social media tools (such as Sprout Social) would be an advantage, alongside formal certification in digital marketing, social media, analytics, content creation, UX or accessibility. Finally, you will ideally have a basic knowledge of HTML and CSS, some design and video editing skills, and a good understanding of digital advertising tools and campaign optimisation.

How to apply

For further information about this Website and Social Media Executive role, please download the recruitment pack which includes the job description and person specification.

To apply, please submit your current CV with a covering letter clearly explaining why you would be suitable for the role to the HR team.

Closing date: 6 August 2026.

First-round interviews will take place virtually on 14 and 17 August 2026.

Second-round interviews will take place in person at our London office on 19 August 2026.

No other media or agencies, please.

The WI is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and values diversity. Reg. Charity No. 803793.

We are looking for a communications officer on a 12 month fixed term contract to cover an internal secondment within our team. You will be an enthusiastic, creative individual who wants to pursue a career in communications. You will be excited by the prospect of improving and maximising our communications impact. 

You may be in the earlier stages of developing your career in communications and will be keen to learn, develop and hone a wide range of skills in digital communications, media, events management and publication production. Interest in and understanding of environmental policy and politics would be an asset. 

You will need excellent interpersonal skills as you will regularly liaise with our staff and support them in communicating their work. 

As an unflappable multi-tasker, you will be someone who enjoys managing varied work and who takes great pride in producing content to the highest standard and takes pleasure in achieving success as part of a team.  Attention to detail and sound judgement are vital in this role to maintain Green Alliance’s brand integrity. 

Lead one of the world's oldest and most influential human rights organisations

Chief Executive

Salary: £93,600 per annum
London | Hybrid working

Our client is one of the world's oldest human rights organisations. For almost 200 years, it has worked to end slavery in all its forms, partnering with survivors, civil society, governments and businesses to influence laws, policy and practice that create lasting systemic change.

As our client enters an exciting new chapter, they are seeking an exceptional Chief Executive to lead the organisation through its next phase of impact.

This is a rare opportunity to lead an internationally respected organisation at a pivotal point in its journey. With a renewed strategic direction, a committed Board and an experienced senior leadership team, the successful candidate will build on strong foundations to strengthen organisational capability, foster a high-performing culture and maximise the organisation's impact in an increasingly complex global environment.

Working closely with the Board, staff, partners and supporters, you will provide strategic, financial and organisational leadership while acting as a compelling ambassador for the organisation. You will build trusted relationships across government, philanthropy, civil society and business, ensuring the organisation continues to influence policy, practice and public understanding of modern slavery.

We are interested in hearing from leaders who bring:

• Significant executive leadership experience, with responsibility for organisational strategy, people, finance and fundraising.
• A track record of leading organisational development, building high-performing teams and leading positive cultural change.
• The ability to build trusted relationships, influence senior stakeholders and represent an organisation with credibility and impact.
• Experience of securing sustainable income and developing strong funding partnerships.
• Strong financial and strategic judgement, balancing long-term ambition with effective operational delivery.
• A commitment to the organisation's mission and the leadership qualities to inspire people, build confidence and deliver lasting impact.

Whilst an understanding of the organisation's mission is important, our client is first and foremost seeking an exceptional organisational leader. Applications are welcomed from candidates both within and beyond the modern slavery sector who can demonstrate the leadership capability to guide the organisation through its next chapter.

This is an opportunity to lead an organisation with a remarkable history, work alongside exceptional colleagues and partners, and help shape a future where everyone can live free from slavery.

To find out more about the role and how to apply, please view the appointment brief located below the advert on the Prospectus website.

Recruitment Timetable

Deadline for applications: Sunday 23rd August
Prospectus interviews: Weeks commencing 17th August and 24th August
Engagement calls with the Interim CEO: 7th and 8th September
Board panel interviews (in person): Monday 14th September