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Green Alliance is an environmental thinktank, charity and advocate committed to achieving a greener, fairer future for the UK. We believe that ambitious political leadership is essential for meaningful environmental change at the speed and scale necessary.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our operations team, someone with a strong financial background with excellent attention to detail, a flexible attitude, an ability to work effectively under their own initiative and as part of a small team, together with excellent organisation and administrative skills.
Effective financial control is central to our strategy and operating model. The finance officer plays an essential role in maintaining control over our finances and operations. You will process and monitor financial transactions, liaise with our payroll bureau regarding staff payroll and pensions and support the Head of finance. You will be experienced in using Dynamics 365 Business Central as an accounting system.
This is a part-time role for two days a week (0.4FTE), with flexibility about when the hours are worked. It's a hybrid role, working from home and from our office. You will report to our Head of finance. You will also work with all staff on financial matters including personal and credit card expenses, central and project income and expenditure, and processing of payroll by liaising with our external bureau.
Green Alliance is an independent think tank and charity focused on ambitious leadership for the environment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At St Leonard’s Hospice, we are looking for a skilful communicator to lead our Communications team as Head of Communications. Building the charity’s brand and driving audience engagement, this roleis the strategic lead for communications at the Hospice, from clinical services to income generation.
This role is key to the Hospice achieving its aims to:
The Head of Communications is intended to work collaboratively with other leadership roles across the Hospice to develop and implement an insight-based, audience-focused communications strategy to engage our three key audiences:
To fulfil the Head of Communications role, you will need:
What’s in it for you:
This is a full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week, usually Mon-Fri though occasional evening and weekend work will be required. This role supports working from home, though a regular presence on site at the Hospice is essential. The salary band for this role is £49,647 to £56,842 per annum.
Our Vision is to ensure everyone living with a life-limiting illness has access to the best possible care and will be supported to die well.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Help us create a safe, positive and empowering experience for every Girlguiding volunteer and member. Are you a confident communicator with a passion for fairness and supporting volunteers? Do you thrive on resolving complex issues, building positive relationships, and ensuring high standards are maintained? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
We're looking for a Complaints and compliance officer to join our team. In this rewarding role, you'll play a vital part in supporting volunteers across the organisation, managing complaints and compliance concerns, championing inclusion and helping to maintain the safe, welcoming environment that Girlguiding is known for.
As Complaints and compliance officer, you'll manage a varied caseload of complaints and compliance concerns, providing expert advice and guidance in line with Girlguiding's policies, procedures and Code of Conduct.
You'll work closely with volunteers, commissioners, regional and country teams, offering practical support and helping them navigate sometimes sensitive and challenging situations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with natural curiosity, who enjoys understanding the full context of issues, working collaboratively, and making a meaningful difference to the experience of volunteers and members across the UK.
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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!
Supporting Victims of Sexual Violence has been supporting victims and survivors of sexual abuse since 1994, and today provides a range of services to anyone in Derbyshire or Derby City who has experienced sexual abuse, assault or violence, including friends and family members. We support people irrespective of age, gender or when the abuse occurred.
We're looking for A highly motivated Ch-ISVA to work across Derbyshire. The role will support people aged 13+ and over including adults who have experienced sexual abuse or rape at any point. The successful candidate with join our friendly, professional and passionate team, working across Derbyshire remotely and in person.
You might be the right person for the role if you have:
• At least one year’s experience in managing complex client cases
• Experience of building relationships with partner services and other professionals
• Knowledge of issues affecting victims of sexual violence and abuse
• Experience in delivering services in a confidential environment
• Knowledge and experience in relation to the Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults and Children
We're keen to hear from you if you are looking for a new challenge. This post is full time.
In exchange we offer a competitive salary which increases on qualification, 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays and a comprehensive employee wellbeing service. Our hybrid working policy is based on doing what's best for our clients, our services and our people, so we would expect you to be on site for at least of your working week.
This role is subject to Enhanced DBS certification and Police Vetting due to the nature of our services. You can find out more about our recruitment of ex-offenders policy by contacting us
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy once the position has been filled
Interviews will be held in-person at our Ripley Head Office, DE3 5GH
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Administrator
Could you do a job where you change lives?
Do you have administration experience?
Are you organised?
Do you have what it takes to make a positive difference to our residents' well-being?
We are looking for a committed Christian with a heart for serving older people and who can contribute their skills and experience to the smooth running of our residential care home for older people in North Walsham.
We need a friendly and organised administrator who can be relied upon to work with enthusiasm and efficiency within a busy office environment.
Furze Hill House is a 40 bed care home just on the outskirts of North Walsham. View our lovely home here.
You will be:
For more details please take a look at the Job Description and Person Specification.
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)
Read 'What we believe' on our website
Hours:
35 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Benefits:
— 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: The vacancy may close early if sufficient applications have been received so please apply as soon as possible if interested.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Income Generation and Development Lead
This is an exciting opportunity to shape and lead a new phase of income generation and organisational sustainability within a growing and ambitious mental health charity.
This is not a traditional fundraising role. It is an opportunity to build something.
Join the Trust as it enters an exciting new phase focused on strengthening long-term sustainability, developing strategic partnerships and creating new opportunities to support mental health and wellbeing across Surrey.
If you are an experienced and ambitious income generation professional who can help lead that journey, then we want to hear from you!
Position: Income Generation & Development Lead
Location: Surrey/Hybrid
Hours: Part-time, 3 days per week
Salary: £55,000-£60,000 pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: 5% Pension Employer Contribution, Paid Sick Leave, Blue Light Card Scheme, Vivup Discounts, Staff Social Events, Staff Social & Wellbeing Committee, Celebration Day (in addition to annual leave entitlement)
Closing Date: 23 August 2026
Interview Date: 3 & 4 September2026
The Role
The charity are investing in this role because they believe the organisation can significantly strengthen and diversify its income, increase unrestricted funding, and build new strategic partnerships and opportunities that support long-term impact across Surrey.
You will establish and lead a high-performing income generation function, bringing strategy, structure and momentum to activity that is currently fragmented and underdeveloped.
The role will work closely with senior leadership at the organisaion and Catalyst Support on selected partnership initiatives and collaborative opportunities that strengthen mental health support across Surrey. There is a clear expectation that the role will contribute significantly to improving the organisation’s financial resilience and move towards generating net financial contribution over time.
This is a rare opportunity to:
You will also contribute to selected partnership initiatives and joint funding opportunities with Catalyst Support as part of strengthening collaboration across the county.
We’re open to reasonable adjustments and flexible approaches to the role.
About You
This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on delivery. We are looking for someone who can build pipeline, secure funding, develop partnerships and create the systems and relationships needed for sustainable growth.
We are looking for someone who:
You will have experience of:
About the Organisation
The charity is a mental health and emotional wellbeing charity, supporting Surrey residents since 1994 in Banstead, Elmbridge, Epsom & Ewell and Mole Valley, offering a variety of face-to-face and online services, available to adults (aged 16+) living in Surrey who would like to restore and/or maintain their mental and emotional wellbeing (no diagnosis needed). The services are free of charge, with no waiting list and no time limit.
This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, and the successful completion of a probationary period.
You may have experience in areas such as Fundraising, Income Generation, Trusts, Trusts and Foundations, Foundations, Statutory Funding, Corporate, Major Donor, Major Gift, Trusts Fundraiser, Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser, Corporate Fundraiser, Major Donor Fundraiser, Major Gift Fundraiser, Income Generation Lead, Fundraising Lead, Fundraising Manager, Senior Fundraiser, Income Generation Manager.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP
Personal Assistant to the Chief Executive
Salary: £31,126 per annum
Location: Norwich - Hybrid working
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
About East Anglian Air Ambulance
East Anglian Air Ambulance is a life-saving regional charity delivering critical emergency care across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk and beyond.
With two state-of-the-art helicopters and a fleet of critical care vehicles, our expert teams of doctors and paramedics bring advanced pre‑hospital emergency medical care directly to people where and when they need it most.
About the role
We're looking for an organised, proactive and highly professional Personal Assistant to support our Chief Executive in a pivotal role at the heart of East Anglian Air Ambulance.
This is far more than diary management. You'll be the person who keeps the Chief Executive's office running smoothly, bringing structure, organisation and oversight to a busy and varied workload. Working closely with the Chief Executive, Executive Team and Board of Trustees, you'll help ensure priorities are managed effectively, governance responsibilities are delivered and important projects continue to move forward.
You'll coordinate meetings and governance activity, prepare briefings and correspondence, manage competing priorities and ensure actions are followed through to completion. You'll also play a key role in supporting our Trustees, helping to maintain governance records and acting as a trusted point of contact for colleagues across the charity.
This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong relationships, working with senior stakeholders and bringing calm organisation to a fast-paced environment. You'll be trusted with highly confidential information, expected to use sound judgement and encouraged to identify better ways of working that support both the Chief Executive and the wider organisation.
You'll already have experience supporting senior leaders in an administrative, executive assistant or governance-focused role and be confident managing multiple priorities while maintaining excellent attention to detail. You'll be a strong communicator, capable of building effective relationships with colleagues, Trustees and external stakeholders, and comfortable drafting professional correspondence on behalf of senior leaders.
We're particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate:
This role will be worked a minimum of 3 days a week from our Norwich (or Cambridge, on occasion) office and up to 2 days a week from home. The exact days worked in the office will be agreed with the successful candidate, but you must live within a commutable distance of Norwich.
Closing Date: Wednesday 19th August (9am)
Interview Date: Wednesday 26th August (Helimed House, Norwich)
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website where you can complete your application for this position.
No agencies please.
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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!
Start your fundraising career with a leading national anti-prejudice charity and help build the relationships that make our work possible.
Gain hands-on experience across trusts, donors, events and fundraising operations while developing valuable skills in a supportive, mission-driven team.
The Anne Frank Trust UK empowers young people to challenge all forms of prejudice through education and dialogue. We are looking for a motivated, organised and enthusiastic Fundraising Assistant to join our Development Team and play a key role in supporting the fundraising activity that enables our work to reach thousands of young people each year.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to take their first step into fundraising or the charity sector. You do not need extensive fundraising experience. We are looking for someone with strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and a genuine commitment to our mission. In return, you will receive hands-on training, mentoring from experienced colleagues and opportunities to develop your skills and take on increasing responsibility.
As Fundraising Assistant, you will support all aspects of fundraising and donor engagement. From processing donations and managing supporter records to helping deliver events, steward donors and support trust and foundation fundraising, you will gain broad experience across multiple fundraising disciplines. As your confidence develops, you will have the opportunity to contribute to funding applications and manage smaller grant requests independently.
You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation, supporting donor visits, fundraising events and school engagement opportunities, while helping to ensure our supporters receive an outstanding experience at every stage of their journey with the Trust.
We are looking for someone who is curious, proactive and eager to learn. If you enjoy building relationships, are comfortable balancing multiple priorities and want to be part of an organisation committed to equality, diversity and youth empowerment, we would love to hear from you.
This role offers a unique opportunity to develop a strong foundation in fundraising while making a meaningful contribution to an organisation that helps empower young people create across the UK to recognise and challenge all forms of prejudice.
SALARY: £28,860 (Includes London Weighting)
CONTRACT: Permanent
HOURS: Full time (37.5 hours per week)
Usually Mon-Fri 9am to 5.30pm.
4 days out of 5 (Monday to Thursday) in the office in London.
Occasional work required outside usual time for events with Time Off In Lieu provided.
Office Based – with a day to work from home and occasional UK-wide travel and overnight stays.
BENEFITS: The postholder will be entitled to the Trust’s standard benefits, pro-rated where applicable, and subject to scheme rules and eligibility. These include: 28 days’ annual leave plus statutory holidays in England and Wales and any additional discretionary closure days in December; contributory pension (10% total: 5% employee/ 5% employer) with option to increase to 17% (7% employee, 10% employer) post-probation; cycle to work scheme; Employee Assistance Programme
Tasks and Responsibilities
· Maintain and update the fundraising database, ensuring supporter records are accurate, complete and up to date.
· Process donations and prepare acknowledgement letters, emails and receipts in line with donor stewardship standards.
· Manage Gift Aid administration, including data checks, record maintenance and submission processes.
· Provide administrative support to Fundraising Officers, including diary management, meeting scheduling and preparation of briefing materials.
· Support the planning and delivery of fundraising events, donor visits and receptions.
· Coordinate donor and community representative visits to schools in collaboration with the Education Team.
· Assist with the preparation of fundraising reports, presentations and internal documentation.
· Support general department administration to ensure the smooth running of the fundraising function.
· Conduct basic prospect research to identify potential funding opportunities.
· Prepare supporting documents, budgets and attachments for grant applications.
· Maintain accurate records of application deadlines, reporting requirements, funding decisions and income forecasts.
· Assist with drafting sections of funding applications and reports.
· Support the management of smaller grant applications and reports, with the opportunity to lead applications of up to approximately £5,000 as experience develops.
· Monitor grant reporting deadlines and ensure officers are supported to meet all requirements.
· Prepare thank-you letters, impact updates and other donor communications.
· Support the administration and delivery of the organisation’s Patrons Programme.
· Assist with donor stewardship activities and ensure timely follow-up actions are completed.
· Support the tracking and management of donor journeys in collaboration with the Communications team.
· Maintain accurate records of donor interactions and stewardship activity on the fundraising database.
· Help ensure donors receive a positive and consistent experience across all engagement touchpoints.
Person Specification:
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
· An interest in fundraising, philanthropy or the wider charity sector.
· Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Good administrative skills and confidence working with databases, spreadsheets and digital systems.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
· A proactive, reliable and positive approach to work.
· Willingness to learn, accept feedback and develop professionally.
· Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
DESIRABLE CRITERIA
· An understanding of and interest in fundraising, donor stewardship or supporter engagement.
· Experience using a CRM, fundraising database or supporter management system.
· Experience supporting events or coordinating projects.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
· Excellent organisational skills, to manage a varied workload.
· Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop relationships with relevant stakeholders.
· Ability to use initiative, problem solve and be a team player.
· Strong literacy, numeracy and IT skills.
· Excellent presentation skills.
VALUES AND PERSONAL QUALITIES
· Enthusiasm for Anne Frank, the Trust’s work including our commitment to youth empowerment.
· A deeply held belief in equality and diversity with a willingness to learn.
·A commitment to helping young people recognise and challenge all forms of prejudice.
· Willingness to travel regionally and across the UK and work evenings and weekends when required.
QUALIFICATIONS
· Educated to at least degree level or equivalent, ideally with a relevant professional qualification.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
· Enhanced DBS check on appointment
The application process is submitting your CV and a supporting statement outlining why you want to work for the Anne Frank Trust UK (no more than 1,000 words).
Please upload your CV and Cover Letter via the Charity Job portal.
The closing date is 28th August but we reserve the right to close the posting early if enough suitable candidates are found.
First stage interviews will take place in person in our London office on Monday 14th or Wednesday 16th September with a second stage in person interview to follow.
Learning from Anne Frank and the Holocaust, we empower young people aged 9 to 15 to challenge all forms of prejudice.
The Work Rights Centre is looking for an experienced and values-driven Immigration Adviser or Solicitor to join our frontline team. In this role, you will deliver life-changing legal advice to vulnerable migrants, while using your frontline insights to contribute directly to strategic campaigns, research, and policy work that challenge the systemic causes of injustice.
This is an ideal opportunity for an empathetic immigration expert who thrives in an agile and collaborative environment, and wants to plug the vital gap in support available through legal aid.
Pay: £36,000 - £42,000 (depending on qualifications and experience)
Contract length: Permanent (6-month probation)
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week, with flexibility for an exceptional candidate)
Location: London hybrid (with possibility of remote-only for an exceptional candidate)
We offer a high-trust, learning-focused culture, flexible/remote options for exceptional candidates, generous SQE study/funding policies, and enhanced leave, pension, and sick pay benefits
The role
You will provide high-quality legal advice and representation at IAA Level 2/3 or Solicitor standard. Your diverse casework will range from assisting sponsored workers on high-risk visas, to managing complex human rights cases and supporting victims of modern slavery and trafficking. Crucially, your work will not happen in isolation. You will work closely with our employment advice team on overlapping cases, collaborate with policy and comms colleagues to evidence systemic issues, and help deliver public legal information and training.
About you
We seek an enthusiastic professional with at least 3 years of experience delivering high-quality immigration advice, who demonstrates a deep empathy for the experiences of vulnerable migrants.
You will also have:
Level 2 or 3 IAA accreditation OR status as a qualified Solicitor eligible to practice in England and Wales.
A 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in law or a related subject.
At least 3 years’ experience providing immigration legal advice in compliance with IAA/SRA standards.
Excellent legal research, analytical, and case management skills, with the ability to manage complex caseloads and tight deadlines.
Outstanding client management and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to lay persons clearly and compassionately.
A collaborative, team-first mindset and a commitment to the mission and values of the Work Rights Centre.
Desirable: Knowledge of Modern Slavery and the National Referral Mechanism (NRM), familiarity with social welfare law, or proficiency in a language other than English.
How to apply
Send your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience, skills, and how you meet the person specification to by Sunday, 30th August.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a short technical task.
Even if you aren't sure you check every single box, if you hold the required qualifications, share our commitment to high-quality legal advice, and have a passion for social justice, we strongly encourage you to apply.
Please download the full job description below for detailed responsibilities and organisation FAQs.
Work Rights Centre is a charity dedicated to helping migrants and disadvantaged Britons access employment justice
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Finance Director
22.5 hours per week (3 days)
Salary: £37,800 per annum
(Equivalent to approximately £63,000 full-time)
Based in Leeds with flexible and hybrid working
Advonet is an independent advocacy charity supporting people who may find it difficult to be heard, ensuring their rights are upheld and their voices are at the centre of decisions that affect their lives.
We are seeking an experienced, qualified finance professional to join our Senior Leadership Team as Finance Director . This is a strategic role that combines financial leadership with oversight of IT, systems, data infrastructure and organisational resilience.
Working closely with the CEO, Head of Business Development and Finance Manager, you will help ensure Advonet remains financially sustainable, well-managed and prepared for the future. Alongside responsibility for financial planning, governance, risk management, audit and Board reporting, you will lead work to strengthen our digital infrastructure, cyber resilience, data protection arrangements and organisational systems.
This role will suit someone who enjoys operating at a strategic level, bringing clear judgement, constructive challenge and practical leadership. We are particularly interested in hearing from qualified accountants who have experience of supporting organisational change, overseeing systems and infrastructure, and working with senior leaders and trustees.
Why join us?
Senior Leadership Team role reporting directly to the CEO
Opportunity to shape Advonet’s financial, digital and organisational future
Flexible and hybrid working
Up to 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Generous pension contribution
Health cashback plan and employee support scheme
Friendly, values-led and inclusive culture
Key dates
Applications open: Monday 20 July
Closing date: Monday 17 August at 12 noon
Shortlisting: Friday 21 August
Interviews: Thursday 10 September in Leeds
How to apply
Please submit:
A CV
A covering letter of no more than 500 words explaining how you meet the requirements of the role and why you would be a good fit for Advonet
A completed diversity monitoring form
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Angela Ellis, Chief Executive Officer.
At London City Mission we are passionate about sharing the love of God and the good news of Jesus Christ with the least reached in London, and to do this in partnership with churches.
Bridge House is a new Christian community-based homelessness prevention project that bridges the gap between being at risk of eviction and long-term stable housing.It works, particularly with men from displaced backgrounds providing short-term accommodation and holistic support in partnership with local churches for up to 10 men who are at risk of homelessness.
Through practical, emotional,spiritual, and community-based support, Bridge House helps residents build stability and transition successfully into independent living and integrate into life in the UK.
We are looking for a full-time Project Leader to lead this exciting new ministry at Bridge House.
About You:
You are passionate about working with marginalised people and providing the support required to enable genuine lifestyle change.
You are passionate about partnership with Churches and sharing the love of Jesus with all those we work with.
You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, whilst being able to work on your own initiative, think creatively and act with the utmost integrity.
About the Role:
Project Leader – Bridge House
You will work as part of a mission team toconfidentlylead and developBridge Housesupportedhousingproject.
You will manage the Bridge House support team to develop individual client led support plans for each resident and in providing one to one support for those individuals, always maintaining a high standard of care while also taking on a caseload of residents to support yourself.
You will maintain an atmosphere where positive change and growth is encouraged and a place where tenants can take positive steps that will enable them to move on and lead independent and responsible lives.
You will share the love of Christ and take opportunities for sharing the gospel with the guests
You will assess prospective residents’ suitability to the project.
Salary: £37,720 plus benefits
Location: Bridge House, London Bridge
WorkingHours:Full-time (40 hours inclusive of lunch breaks)
Contract: Fixed-Term - 24 months
There is an occupational requirement that the person appointed be an evangelical Christian.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We recognise that men are currently underrepresented within this ministryproject and, as part of our commitment to building a diverse team, we particularly encourage applications from men. Appointments will be made on merit.
Closing date for applications: Thursday 13th August 2026 at 12noon
TO APPLY
Please take care to read the guidance notes on the application form before completing.
Interviews will be held on Monday 24th August 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Lead change. Shape policy. Amplify the voices of bereaved families.
Child Bereavement UK is looking for an accomplished Head of Policy & Research to lead our evidence and policy agenda at a pivotal time for the charity.
You'll bring a strong track record of leading policy and research activity, developing influential partnerships, and translating evidence into meaningful change. With an established understanding of the policy landscape and the credibility to engage senior stakeholders across health, social care, government and the voluntary sector, you'll play a key role in shaping policy and practice for bereaved families across the UK.
You'll lead our research programme, develop evidence-based positions, build strategic partnerships, and ensure the experiences of bereaved children, young people and parents bereaved of a baby or child are reflected in policy and practice across the UK.
We're looking for someone who:
This is a rare opportunity to shape national conversations, influence decision-makers and ensure lived experience is at the heart of policy and practice.
Please note, the role will involve regular travel to London based conferences, events and network meetings as required, plus occasional travel to team meetings in Birmingham.
Join us and help create lasting change for bereaved families across the UK.
The Southmead Project is seeking an experienced and motivated Fundraiser to support the charity’s long-term financial sustainability.
The postholder will identify, research and secure funding from trusts, foundations, charitable bodies, statutory funders and other appropriate sources. They will lead on developing high-quality, persuasive funding applications and reports that clearly communicate the impact of the Southmead Project’s work and the needs of the people it supports.
Working closely with the CEO, Head of Finance and trustees, the Fundraiser will develop and deliver an annual fundraising plan, maintain a strong funding pipeline, and support the organisation to diversify its income. The role will require excellent writing, research, relationship-building and organisational skills, alongside a strong commitment to the charity’s values and mission.
Develop an annual fundraising plan, alongside the Head of Finance and CEO.
Carry out ongoing prospect research to identify new sources of funding from trusts, foundations, charitable bodies, statutory funders and other appropriate sources.
Maintain a fundraising pipeline, ensuring that opportunities, deadlines, applications and reporting requirements are monitored effectively.
Build and maintain a database of prospective and current funders, including key contacts, deadlines, funding priorities and application requirements.
Monitor relevant local, regional and national funding opportunities, including being a sponsored charity at community events.
Produce funding applications for trusts, charities, foundations and statutory bodies as an ongoing part of the charity’s income generation.
Analyse data and feedback collected through outcomes processes for report writing.
Build and maintain positive relationships with funders, partners and relevant stakeholders, including the corporate sector as part of the charity’s income diversification strategy.
Attend monthly meetings with the Senior Leadership Team and trustee meetings as required.
To work within the framework, spirit and ethos of the Southmead Project’s Equal Opportunities Policy, and actively engage in promoting the policy within the charity and in all dealings with clients and other agencies.
To follow the Southmead Project policies, procedures and professional code of conduct as outlined in the Team Handbook.
All members of staff, paid and unpaid, are required to undergo the enhanced level of Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Please see job description for full details.
Meaningful therapeutic support accessible for adults impacted by abuse and addiction. A safe space for growth, connection and wellbeing for all.

The Charity and The Vision.
Scotty’s Little Soldiers is a UK-based charity dedicated to supporting military children and young people (0 to 25 years) who have experienced the death of a parent who served in the British Armed Forces. Founded in 2010 by Nikki Scott following the death of her husband, Corporal Lee Scott, the charity offers a unique blend of emotional, practical, and educational support to over 800 young people. We are currently embarking on an exciting journey which will see the charity evolve to support anyone affected by a military-connected bereavement and ultimately empower a community of more than 25,000 bereaved individuals and their families by 2035.
We are proud of our vibrant, non-traditional culture, which puts the needs of the bereaved military community at the heart of everything we do. We embrace innovative approaches, are committed to creating smiles and believe in the power of community, resilience, and connection.
Scotty’s is seeking an experienced bereavement counsellor, with a strong focus on Scotty’s adult community, to join our small but effective team. The role involves supporting adults, and also children and young people affected by bereavement, which may include death in service, illness, or suicide.
We want everyone affected by military connected bereavement to have:
Access to the very best emotional health and wellbeing support.
Outstanding development opportunities.
The chance to smile again.
Confidence and clarity in navigating their entitlements.
We call these our Promises. Our promises align with our four programmes: START, SMILES, STRIDES and SUPPORT.
The START Programme ensures that there is a single point of contact for adults who need to gain confidence and clarity in navigating their entitlements following a bereavement.
The SMILES Programme provides children and adults with the chance to smile again.
The STRIDES Programme provides children with outstanding development opportunities.
The SUPPORT Programme provides the very best emotional health and wellbeing support to children and adults who are struggling to cope following a bereavement.
Our Bereavement Counsellor will be a valuable member of the SUPPORT Programme, delivering online 1:1 and group support to those who need it most.But all four programmes work closely together (we call this the Families team).
Role Mission:
The Scotty’s Bereavement Counsellor will work with our adults, children and families who are struggling with their grief to help them understand their feelings, develop coping skills and build their new life.
This role will be accountable for:
Providing emotional support, counselling and therapeutic interventions to individuals and families coping with grief and loss. The role involves working compassionately and ethically with anyone affected by military connected bereavement, helping them process their emotions and find ways to adjust to life after a loss.
The Bereavement Counsellor will work collaboratively with the SUPPORT team and the wider Families team to ensure that all work undertaken by Scotty’s is delivered in a supportive and sensitive manner and that the whole Scotty community receive exemplary care.
What are the 3-month goals for this role:
Within three months the Counsellor will have developed their knowledge of the range of services that Scotty’s offers to our community so that they can advise and support individuals and families in their case load.
Will have begun to learn and understand the Scotty Values and the Scotty Way (we do things a little differently and our culture is very important to us and our community!).
Would have begun supporting the community members assigned to their caseload by the Head of SUPPORT.This will be through online 1:1 delivery, and some group online sessions, drop ins or workshops.
Will have completed all necessary safeguarding training and be part of the Scotty’s Safeguarding team.
Begun attending peer supervision sessions with the SUPPORT team.
What are the 6-month goals for this role:
Will have established a caseload across the Scotty community, as assigned by the Head of SUPPORT.
Will have begun to support the wider Families team by attending Scotty events.At Scotty events, a SUPPORT team member often attends to provide support to any families who may need it on the day (this may require occasional weekend or evening work).
Will be working cohesively with the Families team and the wider Scotty team to share knowledge and skills.Scotty’s values a culture of learning and strives to ensure team members can learn from one another’s expertise.
Will be contributing to peer supervision sessions to ensure all SUPPORT team members are able to give the best support to families.
Regularly meeting with your selected external supervisor.
What are the 9-month goals for this role:
Will be supporting a caseload as assigned by the Head of SUPPORT, with emerging impact data showing the outcomes of your support.Scotty’s uses a range of practitioner and impact measurement tools to monitor the impact of SUPPORT team’s work.
Will be a valuable member of the SUPPORT programme, Families and the wider Scotty team. Providing high-quality bereavement counselling and support directly to the Scotty Community and by working collaboratively with other team members.
Will be contributing to developing resources and workshops that support the Scotty Community.
What are the key responsibilities of this role:
Managing a caseload and delivering one to one counselling sessions as assigned by the Head of SUPPORT. This will predominantly be online delivery using Teams video calling but also other formats as needed by community members.
Facilitate group therapy or support groups when appropriate.
Conduct initial assessment to determine clients’ needs and suitability for counselling.
Maintaining accurate and confidential case notes in a timely fashion using our CRM in accordance with data protection and organisational policies.
Adhering to all safeguarding requirements and operating as part of the Scotty Safeguarding team to maintain the highest standards across the charity.
Part of a team creating and developing resources and materials for the whole Scotty community.
Working collaboratively within the SUPPORT team, including peer supervision.
Working collaboratively within the Families team to ensure that Scotty community members and families are directed to the appropriate services in a timely fashion.This could include directing people you are working with towards our educational grants, our respite breaks, our events, our START support or our advocacy.
Liaise with other professionals such as GPs, CAMHS, social workers, education or other professionals where appropriate to ensure holistic care and management of risk.
Attending at least six (mandatory) face to face team days, normally located in the East of England, alongside some in person team meetings.
Participate in regular clinical supervision and continuing professional development.
Skillset and Experiences Required:
Essential
Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) or United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP).We may consider applications from practitioners with HCPC or NCPS membership too.
Level 4 Counselling / Psychotherapy Diploma or above.
Significant experience (post qualification), providing bereavement counselling to adults and some experience of counselling with children and young people (0-25yrs).
Experience and training with NICE-approved talking therapies.
Strong understanding of grief, bereavement, trauma and the impact of loss, and experience supporting traumatic bereavement or more complex grief presentations.
Demonstrable safeguarding knowledge and experience
Confident in professional judgement, boundaries, safeguarding and confidentiality.
Willing and able to support lower-level emotional support needs as well as more complex presentations, depending on service demand.
Experience of managing a complex caseload effectively.
Ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings for drop-ins, later appointments or events in line with service need.
Excellent computer literacy.
Ability to engage with peer supervision and external supervision (organised by Scotty’s) effectively.
Ability to engage with a culture of continuous learning and support the learning of others.
Reflective, curious and open to feedback.
Willingness to work flexibly as part of a team and independently to meet the needs of the service.
Commitment to professional standards and ethical practice.
Desirable
Military-connected experience or knowledge would be an advantage but not essential if you have a willingness to learn.
Experience of group work and peer support delivery would be helpful. Willingness to lead on these sessions as required.
Experience in end-of-life care and pre-bereavement work.
Experience of online counselling.
Experience and training in counselling linked to suicide and suicidal ideation.
Knowledge of or experience using assessment tools such as WEMWBS or CBSQs.
Knowledge of statutory services and systems.
Additional Information
The role may require evening or weekend work from time to time
Enhanced DBS check required
Travel will be required to events and team training days
APPLICANTS MUST BE BASED WITHIN 2 HOURS TRAVEL OF CAMBRIDGE
The Scotty’s Way
At Scotty’s, our personal performance is only 50% of what success looks like. Our culture is equally important. When you join our team, you sign up to The Scotty’s Way, rooted in our four core values:
Families Come First
Everyone a Supporter, Every Supporter a VIP
Love What You Do
Remember, Every Day
Our values are further supported by our four non-negotiable behaviours of Show Respect, Speak Up, Take Ownership and Actively Collaborate. We are looking for an individual who embodies these values and behaviours.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team, we are an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and given equal opportunities for employment and advancement.
We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other protected characteristic.
We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment within our charity, and we provide a fair and inclusive recruitment process for all candidates.
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