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Team: Advocacy
Location: Remote with regular travel - Must be a commutable distance to Edinburgh or Belfast
Work pattern: Mon-Fri, 7 hours per day. Occasional weekend or evening hours required
Salary: Up to £37,565.95 per year
Contract: Permanent
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Advocacy and Government Relations Officer for Scotland/Northern Ireland:
- This role will cover both Scotland and Northern Ireland, the successful candidate will need to be able to travel between the two nations
- Lead engagement with the Scottish Government, the Northern Irish Executive, UK and local Government
- Support engagement with the UK Parliament
- Monitor parliamentary activity daily and conducting online research
- Preparing position statements and responses to external policy developments
- Developing public-facing charity campaigns including online resources, organising events and delivering presentations
- Media spokesperson for Cats Protection
About the Advocacy team:
You will be working as part of the Advocacy & Government Relations team in the Advocacy & Influence Directorate. The team is made up of 11 members who work across the whole of the UK speaking up for cats. Our campaigns change laws to better protect the health and welfare of cats.
What we’re looking for in our Advocacy and Government Relations Officer for Scotland/Northern Ireland:
- Experience of advocacy, public affairs or influencing work (which may include campaigns), ideally in Scotland/Northern Ireland
- Lives within a commutable distance of Edinburgh or Belfast or willing to relocate to the area
- Experience of policy work and research
- Experience of dealing with high profile/ VIP individuals e.g. Ministers, MSs, MPs, MSPs, MLAs, Government Officials, Local Councillors and officers, corporate executives; professional organisations
- Proven ability to multi-task and work independently on own initiative, accurately and under pressure
- Resilience and an ability to deal with potentially upsetting topics
- Experience of effective use of social media and the internet in an advocacy/campaign context
- A confident communicator with good written and oral skills; and great people skills
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to be flexible and adaptable
- Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office – Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
What we can offer you:
- range of health benefits
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
- Access to a wide range of internal and external learning and development opportunities
- A friendly and supportive team
- We are happy to wait for the right candidate, please still consider applying if you have several months’ notice period
- and much more, which you can learn about
Application closing date: 11th February 2026
Virtual interview date: 5th & 6th March 2026
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
1. Anonymised application form
2. Video screening
3. Virtual interview
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Please email us if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
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Our Vacancy
Join Us as a Housing Support Worker – Be the Bridge Between Temporary Accommodation and a Home.
At Peabody, we’re committed to helping people build stable, confident futures. We’re looking for a Housing Support Worker who is compassionate, proactive, and ready to support adults and families living in temporary accommodation.
This is not a care role. It’s a practical, hands on support position focused on empowering people to manage their tenancies, develop essential life skills, and overcome barriers that may be affecting their housing stability. You’ll be working alongside tenants to help them feel more in control of their circumstances, stay independent, and move on positively at the end of their term.
What you’ll be doing:
In this role, you’ll provide high quality, person centred housing support to adults and families living in temporary accommodation, helping them build the skills and confidence needed to sustain their tenancies and move on successfully. You’ll work flexibly, delivering 1-to-1 support both over the phone and through home visits, adapting your approach to meet the diverse needs, backgrounds, and circumstances of each household. Acting as a bridge between accommodation and a stable home, you’ll ensure tenants have the knowledge, tools, and support networks needed to thrive throughout their housing journey.
Your role will involve:
- Risk Management: Completing and regularly updating risk assessments to ensure the safety of tenants, the community, and yourself.
- Housing Related Support: Offering guidance on budgeting, benefit claims (including Universal Credit and Housing Benefit), rent payments, and basic home management.
- Signposting & Advocacy: Identifying additional needs such as mental health, employment, or substance misuse, and connecting tenants to specialist external agencies.
- Administrative Excellence: Maintaining accurate digital case notes in real time, ensuring GDPR compliance and strong, high quality reporting
- Team Collaboration: Providing “roving” support to colleagues and assisting at other schemes when required to ensure continuity of service.
- Holistic Support Planning: Co producing personalised support plans with tenants, setting clear and measurable goals to strengthen housing stability and overall wellbeing.
What we’re looking for
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex housing information clearly to a diverse tenant group, including individuals and families.
- Ability to travel independently to tenants’ homes as part of regular support delivery.
- Experience in housing, social care or community support (desirable but not essential – full training provided for the right candidate).
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and digital case management systems, with confident report writing skills.
- Excellent people skills and the ability to build rapport while maintaining professional boundaries.
- A collaborative, “can do” attitude with a willingness to support other schemes and colleagues during busy periods.
Why join us? When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.
What You’ll Get:
• 25 days’ annual leave
• Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental, and discounts.
• 4x Life Assurance and up to 10% pension contribution.
• Professional development, including funded apprenticeships.
• Two paid volunteering days each year.
• Family-friendly policies and a supportive team culture.
Please read before applying:
This is a part-time role - 18.75 hours per week
Shifts may include early mornings and evenings, so flexibility is key.
We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so you might hear from us before the closing date, keep an eye on your inbox and your phone!
Closing date: 05 February 2026
Microsoft Teams interviews will take place on Wednesday 11th January 2026, followed by in-person interviews at the service in Braintree on Friday 13th February 2026.
Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor, so we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you.
Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.
This is a practical, hands-on leadership role at the heart of Richmond CVS’s work with local charities and community groups. The postholder will lead our support to voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations across the borough – helping them to grow stronger and more sustainable.
The main focus of the role is to strengthen the fundraising skills and income generation of local organisations, alongside providing high-quality advice on governance, planning and strategy. The role requires curiosity, creativity and strong problem-solving skills to help organisations find practical solutions to real-world challenges.
Richmond CVS already works with a range of experienced consultants and trainers and has an established suite of training resources. The postholder is not expected to be an expert in every aspect of charity management. A key part of the role is to coordinate and facilitate this support, drawing on specialist expertise where needed, while providing direct advice particularly in relation to fundraising and the fundamentals of good governance.
Working with a small, passionate team, you will deliver support, facilitate learning and manage projects that make a real difference to grassroots groups.
Key Responsibilities
Organisational Support
· Provide practical tailored advice and support to VCSE organisations on governance, fundraising, income generation, and strategic planning.
· Help groups to identify funding opportunities and develop strong, realistic funding applications
· Support organisations to become more sustainable and resilient
· Develop clear resources, toolkits and guidance
· Ensure all support is inclusive and accessible
Training & Events
· Oversee and coordinate a high-quality programme of training and learning opportunities
· Work with an established network of external trainers and consultants to deliver specialist training
· Facilitate meetings, workshops and network events where appropriate
· Develop new learning opportunities based on emerging needs
· Maintain and develop existing Richmond CVS training materials and resources
· Promote peer learning and collaboration across the sector
Project & Programme Management
· Lead and manage capacity building projects from start to finish
· Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to agreed outcomes
· Monitor and evaluate impact and produce reports for funders
· Oversee external consultants and specialist support ensuring quality and consistency
· Identify opportunities for new funded projects
Leadership & Team Management
· Lead and support a small, committed team
· Coordinate workplans and priorities
· Provide supervision, support and development for staff
Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement
· Build strong working relationships with Richmond Council, the NHS and other partners
· Represent Richmond CVS at meetings and networks
· Facilitate networking and collaboration across the VCSE sector
· Encourage digital skills and innovation across the sector
Income Generation & Operations
· Lead on income generation for capacity building work
· Contribute to funding bids and proposals
· Support budget planning and financial monitoring
· Ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Criteria
Experience & Knowledge
· Significant experience of working within the VCSE sector
· Strong practical experience of fundraising and bid writing
· Experience of helping organisations improve income generation and sustainability
· Experience of managing or supervising staff or volunteers
· Experience of developing, coordinating or facilitating training and learning opportunities
· Good understanding of the principles of charity governance and good management practice
· Confidence in using digital tools to support organisations
Skills & Abilities
· Excellent communication and presentation skills
· Strong problem-solving skills and a solutions-focused approach
· Curiosity and a genuine interest in understanding organisational needs
· Ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
· Ability to recognise when specialist expertise is needed and work effectively with external trainers and consultants
· Strong organisational and time management skills
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
· Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
Desirable Criteria
· Knowledge of the Richmond upon Thames VCSE sector
· Experience of working with local authorities or the NHS
· Experience of grant assessment or management
· Understanding of charity law
· Experience of hybrid working environments and flexible team management
· Relevant qualification in fundraising, charity or project management
Personal Qualities
· Curious and keen to learn
· Resourceful and solution-focused
· Approachable and supportive
· Passionate about the VCSE sector
· Flexible and willing to get involved where needed
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
THE CHARITY
Suicide is the leading cause of death of men under 35 and three quarters of those who die by suicide are men. James’ Place exists to save the lives of men in suicidal crisis through delivering clinical services. We are a charity currently offering free, life-saving therapy to suicidal men at our centres in Liverpool, London and Newcastle.
James’ Place was set up by Clare Milford Haven and Nick Wentworth-Stanley in 2008 after their twenty-one-year-old son, James, died by suicide ten days after a minor operation. James had no history of mental illness or depression and had sought urgent help for anxiety and suicidal thoughts but didn’t find it.
James' Place was set up to make the experience of finding help as easy as possible. We offer men who are experiencing a suicidal crisis a brief, intensive, therapeutic intervention in a safe environment. Men who walk through the door at James’ Place will be in a space where they feel valued and respected. We provide a calm and peaceful environment both inside the centres and in our outside spaces, accessible to men who visit us as well as their friends and families. We have so far treated over 4,300 men who might otherwise have been unable to access the support they desperately need.
In early 2026 we will be opening our fourth centre in Birmingham. Our new centre in Birmingham will be there to support suicidal men living in the West Midlands.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are looking to recruit Suicide Prevention Therapists to support men in suicidal crisis at our new pilot service in St Helens. This role is part of an exciting new initiative for our charity.
As a Suicide Prevention Therapist, you will be an experienced mental health professional or therapist with demonstrable interest in suicide prevention. You will support men who are experiencing a suicidal crisis and their supporter(s), delivering our unique intervention and co-producing effective safety plans to maintain their safety.
The successful candidate will join an experienced and supportive team, gradually building a caseload to assist men in suicidal crisis as we expand our referral partnerships and raise awareness in St Helens. Training and support will be provided by the Head of Centre and Senior Therapist in Liverpool, as well as the wider James’ Place team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical
· Conduct initial Welcome Assessments with men in a suicidal crisis, assessing risk and the suitability of the James’ Place intervention and co-producing effective safety plans
· Deliver our therapeutic intervention, building trust and exploring the reasons for crisis
· Use the Lay Your Cards on the Table intervention to encourage men to talk about and explore their feelings, attitudes and behaviours and develop positive coping strategies
· Take full clinical responsibility of the men under James’ Place care, as a member of the clinical team and in consultation with Senior Suicide Prevention Therapist and Head of Centre when needed
· Escalate care to appropriate services when necessary, including emergency services and secondary mental health teams
· Deliver one-off guidance sessions to supporters of men under the James’ Place care
· Work collaboratively with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care
· Demonstrate self-awareness and regularly dedicate time and space, inside and outside of work, to keeping yourself well
· Undergo clinical supervision with a qualified supervisor to reflect on clinical work and raise any issues or concerns arising from work
· Remain up to date with developments in law, theories and research
· Engage in peer support sessions, caseload discussions and reflective practice with the team
· Contribute to an environment in which confidentiality, privacy and dignity are respected and be clear with clients about limits of confidentiality
· Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards
· Complete session notes in a timely and effective manner
· Participate in continuous professional development and engage in training provided both internally and externally
· Support the Clinical Administration team as and when necessary
Outreach and Engagement
· Support the local management team to increase contact with local community organisations able to refer to us or offer move on support for men completing our intervention
· Support the fundraising team to bring potential supporters into our building and showcase our work, including the facilitation of events
Values
· Demonstrate commitment to the James’ Place values of Focus, Bravery, Respect, Compassion, Professionalism, Collaboration and Hope through all aspects of work
PERSON SPECIFICATION
The role requires someone with a relevant qualification who can confidently support men experiencing a suicidal crisis. You will need to be able to effectively conduct risk assessments and deliver our clinically proven therapeutic intervention to ensure client safety. Strong therapeutic communication, the ability to work autonomously and teamwork skills are also essential to this role, as well as the ability to build trust and hope.
Essential
Qualification(s)
· A Core Profession such as Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker, counselling or practitioner psychologist registered with NMC, HCPC, or Social Work England
or
· Accreditation as a psychological therapist, psychotherapist, or counsellor registered with BACP, UKCP, BABCP or equivalent, or have completed training and awaiting accreditation
You must hold a relevant qualification to be considered for this role.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
· Demonstrable experience working with adults experiencing acute psychological distress
· Demonstrable knowledge of social and other factors which could lead to suicidal thinking and actions
· Demonstrable knowledge of the factors contributing to male suicide
· Evidence of being able to deliver a therapeutic session and work in a therapeutic environment
· Effective communication skills (both written and verbal)
· Good interpersonal skills with the ability to manage difficult situations
· Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate therapeutic interventions
· An ability to collaborate with clients in the development of a person centred, individual intervention plan
· An ability to engage clients in the intervention plan, overcoming barriers to communication
· Ability to conduct effective risk assessments and collaborative safety plans with men who are presenting with high risk of suicide, or be willing and able to learn how to do so
· Ability to identify if the James’ Place service is not adequate to maintain the person’s safety and facilitate rapid transfer to the most appropriate service
· Ability to maintain boundaries within a time-limited intervention
· Ability to work as an effective team member
· Ability to manage and prioritise own workload, using own initiative and confidence in decision making
· Strong time management
· Ability to maintain up to date client records in line with James’ Place standards
· Ability to maintain own personal safety and the safety of others within the centre
· Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding Procedures
Values
· Commitment to clinical supervision
· Ability to engage with James’ Place values
· Ability to promote people’s equality, diversity and rights
· Ability to work collaboratively and demonstrate commitment to co-production
· Ability to be transparent, honest and show discretion when needed
· Commitment to suicide prevention and working with men in a suicidal crisis
WE OFFER
· A 7% employer contributory pension scheme
· Family friendly policies
· Death in service insurance scheme
· 25 days plus bank holidays leave entitlement (FTE), including enhanced holiday allowance with incremental rises after qualifying period
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please follow the instructions using the URL link provided.
Closing date: 12pm on Friday 30th January 2026
Interviews to be held virtually via MS Teams on Thursday 12th and Friday 13th February.
James’ Place is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community. Our aim is that no job applicant, temporary worker or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender and transgender status, race and ethnicity, religion and belief (including no belief), marriage or civil partnership status or sexual orientation.
If you have a disability or health conditions which means you'd benefit from any adjustments to the interview process to help you perform at your best, please do let us know in advance.
Any job offers made are subject to the receipt of two relevant satisfactory employment references. We expect this to include one from your most recent or current employer. Any job offers made are also subject to a satisfactory DBS check and a Right to Work in the UK check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role description:
We are excited to be seeking a talented and motivated individual to join Southampton Hospitals Charity as our Grants Manager.
This role will provide the right candidate with a rare opportunity to implement, embed and oversee the delivery of the Charity’s £2.5 million dedicated grant programmes from pre to post award.
Covering four programmes (Patient Care, Research & Development, Clinical Innovation and Staff Education & Improvement), the post holder will be responsible for managing circa £2.5M of expenditure each year, ensuring they deliver impact for patients, staff and donors.
This is a unique opportunity to work within the hospital environment where the projects we fund are delivered, supporting clinical staff to access funding to directly improve patient care. You will be vital in cultivating these in-hospital relationships.
This role will be key, as continue our ambitious new strategy to grow our reach and impact, and this opportunity offers the right candidate the chance to implement new ways of working as part of the management team.
We are looking for a passionate individual with the drive to deliver this programme of work, but most important they will believe in the Charity’s mission and ensure that every aspect of our work supports its delivery.
Main responsibilities
Grant Management & Compliance
- Oversee the delivery of the charity’s dedicated grant programmes from pre to post award: Patient Care, Research & Development, Clinical Innovation and Staff Education & Improvement. The post holder will be responsible for circa £2.5M expenditure per annum ensuring they deliver impact for patients, staff and donors (grant values typically range from £2K to <£0.5M).
- Oversee the management of the charity's current grant portfolio; ensuring grants are delivered on time and in accordance with internal processes.
- Ensure compliance with financial obligations (inc. payments, reconciliations and audits) and regulatory obligations (inc. data management, grant award contracts, procurement).
- Ensure grant making processes reflects and champion current best practice.
- Develop and implement a Grants Advisory Committee.
Relationship & Stakeholder Management
- Build relationships with key stakeholders within University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust (UHS), including senior health professionals, executive team members, partners and beneficiaries.
- Work to embed the grants programmes within the hospital environment and work with UHS staff to support them in access funding through working within the hospital and regular visits to clinical areas.
- Act as primary liaison for the Charity’s grant making responsibilities, ensuring alignment with charitable objectives and 2024-2027 strategic mission
- Provide support to Director of Operations and Resources and the Senior Leadership Team, fostering a collaborative approach to grant programme delivery in tandem with fundraising, communication and art programme goals.
- Represent the organisation at meetings, attending hospital site visits, events and other external facing activities as required.
- Implement hybrid applicant and grantee support functions (e.g. webinars, Q&A events, promotional events, annual learning events).
Strategic Planning & Funding Prioritisation
- Lead the development of the Charity’s grant-making function, working with internal and external stakeholders in identifying key funding priorities that align with the Charity’s mission and future goals.
- Develop strategies for allocating resources effectively and the ongoing review of grant programmes (aiming for continual improvement).
- Develop strategies for working in partnership with UHS for joint decision making, the effective management of capital awards and high value grant requests.
- Identify new grant opportunities and potential partnerships to diversify funding streams.
- Maximise grant impact by contributing to the business planning process.
Evaluation, Reporting & Impact
- Oversee processes for effective grant monitoring, reporting and analysis of grants portfolio.
- Develop and implement an evaluation framework for the charity’s grants programme, ensuring this is embedded and linked to organisation wide reporting mechanisms and measurable outcomes are achieved.
- Use data and insights to inform the continuous improvement of grant-making practices and programme development.
- Utilise information captured to promote grant programmes and support Fundraising and Communications Directorate.
- Support the Grants and Impact Officer.
General
- Support the line management and continuing professional development of the grants team.
- Ensure content and material is in line with Directorate of Fundraising and Communications for marketing, publications, website and social media responsibilities.
- Support the wider work of the organisation, contributing to all staff events/meetings as required.
- Support the Director of Operations and Resources in the preparation of necessary Trustee reports, annual reports and impact reports.
- Support EDI journey.
Knowledge and experience
- Substantial experience in grants management, within a relevant not-for-profit setting (e.g. healthcare charity). Post holder must be proficient with pre and post award responsibilities including assessment.
- Demonstrable track record of contributing to organisational strategy.
- Demonstrable track record of utilising grants management systems.
- Demonstrable track record of budget management.
- Proven ability in managing impact measurement of charitable programmes.
- Proven ability in Committee Management.
Skills, abilities, and behaviours
- Strong attention to detail.
- Financially proficient.
- IT proficient.
- Excellent problem solver.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Strong strategic thinking with excellent leadership skills and experience in managing and developing others.
- A passion for the Charity’s mission and a commitment to delivering high-impact programmes that enhances patient care.
We are a leading healthcare charity dedicated to enhancing patient care and experience at University Hospital Southampton
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Children’s Rights Manager/Advocate
Contract Type: Permanent – Part Time
Hours: 21 hours per week
Salary: £17,895 (FTE £29,825) per annum
Location: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) (Primarily home-based, with regular travel across the area)
We are seeking an experienced, proactive Children’s Rights Manager to lead our advocacy and Independent Visitor (IV) services, supporting children in care, care-experienced children, and children in need. This role is a critical part of our commitment to upholding children’s rights and ensuring their voices are heard in decisions that affect their lives.
About Coram
Coram is committed to improving the lives of the children and young people. We support children and young people from birth to independence, creating a change that lasts a lifetime.
Coram is the UK’s oldest children’s charity founded by Thomas Coram in London helping vulnerable children and young people since 1739. Today, the Coram group helps more than one million children, young people, families and professionals every year by providing access to the skills and opportunities they need to thrive.
About Coram Voice
Coram Voice is a leading national children’s charity committed to championing the rights of children and young people. Since 1975, we’ve worked to ensure that children in care, care leavers, and others who rely on state support are heard, valued, and empowered.
Our vision is a society where children and young people are treated with dignity and respect, free from inequality and discrimination. We strive to ensure their voices are at the heart of decisions that impact their lives.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to join Coram Voice as our new Children’s Rights Manager in the BCP area. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of advocates and an Independent Visitor (IV) coordinator, delivering high-quality routine advocacy and Independent Visiting services for children and young people.
You will be joining a child-focused organisation, making a real difference in the lives of children and young people in the BCP area by ensuring their voices are heard, their rights are upheld, and their experiences in care or need are positively supported.
What you will receive
Coram Voice reward and recognise the valuable contributions our staff make to the organisation and offer an attractive benefits package to do so. Coram Voice benefits package includes a competitive salary, a matched pension scheme up to 5% of salary, generous leave entitlements of up to 28 days’ annual leave plus an additional 3 days paid leave between Christmas and New Year and a suite of family friendly policies, which promote employee wellbeing.
We are seeking candidates who are committed to our objectives for children and young people and equally committed to the organisation and the development of our services.
Recruitment process
Our Service Managers will undertake Shortlisting. Successful candidates will be invited for interview. The interview process comprises of a written exercise and a panel interview. Successful candidates will have a further one to one interview in accordance within Warner recommendations. Internal candidates will need to notify HR of their interest in the post and they will provide further information on the internal application process.
Returning your application
- We cannot accept general CVs.
- When completing your application form, you need to address each point of the person specification and demonstrate how you meet it.
- Applications must be fully completed.
- If you are a current Coram Voice employee you may submit a supporting statement only addressing the person specification requirements for the post.
Closing Date: Monday 09th February 2026 at 5pm
Interview Date: Friday 20th February 2026
General consideration for applications
- DBS checks: all posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring check.
- Training: All successful candidates are required to complete our compulsory training programme which includes training in Advocacy (Being a Voice) Safeguarding and Diversity
- Conflict of interest: the independence of the service is important to Coram Voice. Prospective applicants need to raise any other potential conflicts of interest when initially contacting Coram Voice about this post.
Coram is an equal opportunities employer and we believe a diverse workforce enables us to improve the services to the children and families we help. We are genuinely committed to encouraging candidates from all sections of the community we seek to support. This includes those from global majority ethnic backgrounds, those that identify as LGBQT+, those with disabilities, those with lived experience of care, those with neuro-diversity, and those from other groups who are underrepresented at Coram.
If applicants feel comfortable, we would encourage them to draw on lived experience as well as professional experience in their personal statement as part of their application.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Registered Charity No. 312278.
We are a leading children’s rights organisation. We champion the rights of children and get young voices heard in decisions that matter to them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Overview
Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options.
Our core values are ‘Be open, be compassionate and be bold’ and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential.
Are you passionate about supporting young people and shaping education-based interventions? We are looking for a Senior Practitioner – Education & Partnerships to lead strategic engagement with schools, colleges, and community partners across Buckinghamshire. This is a unique opportunity to combine frontline expertise with leadership in developing targeted education programmes and partnership work.
Where: Buckinghamshire (Countywide)
Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week
Full Time Salary Range: £32,002.35- £34,214.20*
*Please note: Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a practice lead within our Children & Young People’s Service, working with young people with complex needs.
- Drive the development and delivery of substance misuse prevention and early intervention programmes in educational settings.
- Build strong relationships with schools, PRUs, youth services, and voluntary organisations.
- Represent the service at education forums, safeguarding panels, and partnership boards.
- Line manage the Targeted Intervention Coordinator and oversee the Youth Ambassadors programme.
- Provide training and consultation to professionals on issues facing young people around substance misuse.
- Deliver high-quality interventions for young people with complex needs, including assessments, care planning, and psychosocial support.
- Lead education-focused initiatives such as targeted ter 2 workshops and interventions.
- Develop resources and toolkits for schools and youth settings.
- Ensure accurate data collection and reporting for educational interventions.
- Support the Team Leader with case management, audits, and service development.
- Champion safeguarding and trauma-informed practice across all activities.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Experienced in multi-agency working and building strong partnerships.
- Knowledgeable about young people’s substance misuse, safeguarding, and harm reduction.
- Skilled in delivering education programmes and managing staff or volunteers.
- Qualified to Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
- You will need to work flexibly countywide across Buckinghamshire so must hold a full UK driving license and have access to a car.
What we Offer
- 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years’ service “Capped at 30 days”
- Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week along with a ‘Wellness’ hub and Employee Assist Programme
- Contributory pension scheme
- A great selection of benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc.
- Opportunity to lead and shape a vital service alongside a friendly and supportive team
- Training, career development & progression opportunities
- Refer a friend scheme.
Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.
Direct applications only — we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.
Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Salary Range (pro rata if part time)
CGL points 28 to 30 (£32,002.35 - £34,214.20)
ILW / OLW /Fringe
N/A - Outside London Weighting Area
Closing Date
19/2/2026
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.
Our mission is to help people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential.
This role will work as part of the Operations team to ensure that all Ogden Trust programmes are delivered to a high standard. The post holder will work with the Subject Knowledge for Physics Teaching (SKPT) team in particular to administer the SKPT programme in line with agreed systems and processes.
The Ogden Trust is a family charitable trust which supports the teaching and learning of physics. The Trust delivers professional development programmes for teachers of physics across England, supports schools and multi-academy trusts to improve their physics provision and works with universities to support highquality physics enrichment.
The role is responsible for managing programme applications and participation, as well as organising logistics of events and supporting the administrative processes of the programme. We are seeking someone with strong communication and problem solving skills, and basic skills in programme management.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Responsible to: Youth Services Manager
Hours: Full time 37 hours (Job share considered)
Salary: £27,500
Based: Hybrid (Bedford + one day per week in Q:alliance Head Office, Milton Keynes)
Contract: Fixed term for 2 years, with possibility of extension (subject to funding)
Closing Date: 18th February 2026 at 23:59
Interview Date: Tuesday 3rd March
Context
Q:alliance provides support, information, and representation for LGBTQ+ young people in Bedford, drawing on our wider experience delivering established services across Milton Keynes for the last 50 years.
We have detailed knowledge of the issues and challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals and organisations locally, and it is our goal to create more safe spaces and resources to ensure the LGBTQ+ community in Bedford is visible, well represented, and supported.
Scope
This is a newly created role within our Bedford services, delivering Q:alliance’s established youth support model developed in Milton Keynes and shaping pathways and support that respond to local need in Bedford Borough and Central Bedfordshire.
You will manage a one-to-one caseload of support for LGBTQ+ young people, while building relationships with schools and developing a collaborative schools’ network informed by young people’s insights. You will also develop and deliver LGBTQ+ inclusion training for teachers, education staff, and youth workers. This work will contribute to safe, affirming environments that strengthen resilience, wellbeing, and mental health.
You will work closely with the Youth Services Manager and youth teams across our service areas, building on existing Q:alliance provision in Bedford, where a dedicated youth team already leads on LGBTQ+ youth group delivery.
The role includes outreach across Bedfordshire’s urban and rural communities, supporting young people who may experience increased isolation due to limited access to LGBTQ+-affirming spaces.
You will work collaboratively with the Youth Services Manager to agree outreach and engagement targets, contributing to effective monitoring and reporting systems to ensure robust evidence of impact.
What you’ll bring to the team
This role is a key opportunity for Q:alliance to grow our work in Bedford, build local relationships, and better understand and respond to the needs of LGBTQ+ young people across the area. You will play a central role in shaping a new service, reaching young people who may not yet be connected to support, and helping both staff and the board of trustees develop a strong, place-based understanding of LGBTQ+ youth experiences in Bedford.
You will act as a first point of contact for schools, colleges, and youth settings in Bedford, building trusted relationships and establishing a collaborative network of school and college leads. You will share insights gathered through this work with the wider Q:alliance team, helping to strengthen our responses to local need and inform the development and sustainability of services, including future funding.
You will help ensure continuity of support between schools, our support spaces and Q:alliance’s wider youth service provision.
Main Responsibilities
· Networking – Support teachers, education staff and youth workers to access resources, implement inclusive learning environments and provide support for LGBTQ+ young people in their settings. Develop a network of school representatives to provide peer-support on shifting needs, priorities, and situations in a local and national context.
· Data capture and intelligence - Support Q;alliance’s commitment to sustaining a contemporary data and monitoring mechanism, guaranteeing we can deliver thorough evaluations of our services and competent feedback to our funders and stakeholders on the efficacy of our work. Analyse local intelligence directly from LGBTQ+ youth communities and use this to co-produce plans with young people to ensure our youth services are engaging and meeting needs.
· Support, information and empowerment – develop and implement resources for 1:1 education and resilience work with LGBTQ+ young people, provide support and advocacy for young people, ensuring effective signposting to relevant services and collaboration with parents, guardians, teachers and education staff where appropriate.
· Innovation – work with the Youth Services Manager, school representatives and young people to innovate a schools accreditation system that will acknowledge and cultivate schools’ competence to provide safe spaces and support for LGBTQ+ young people.
· Stakeholder and community engagement – Forge and support enduring relationships with key partners, strengthening our commitment to building an alliance of cross-sector compassionate advocates for the LGBTQ+ community in its diverse forms.
· Education – Plan, develop and deliver positive and engaging classroom workshops and school assemblies to a wide range of young people, ensuring key messages are inclusive of diverse perspectives, including those from black and minoritized communities.
· Training - Develop and deliver training for teachers, education staff and youth workers with the aim of improving the wellbeing of LGBTQ+ youth communities and the capacity of those with the power to assist in this endeavour.
Skills and Experience
Expertise
· Experience working with and supporting young people
· Experience of developing and sustaining a network
· Ability to deliver innovative education and training packages, delivery, and evaluation
· Knowledge of the challenges affecting young LGBTQ+ people
· Knowledge of issues affecting young people’s mental health and the skills required to build resilience
· Excellent planning, organisation and administrative skills
· Expertise in safeguarding young people, ensuring welfare of all by following policy and procedures in relation to recognising, recording, and responding to safeguarding concerns and liaising with the Designated Safeguarding Lead
· Ability to observe strict confidentiality at all times with respect to matters concerning young people and the schools, colleges and youth settings in which you support through your role in the developing network
· Capable to respond to a young person in crisis, signposting to appropriate resources and support.
Communication
· A high standard of written English, including an ability to write thorough reports, make referrals to partner agencies, maintain outreach files, and record minutes of forum meetings
· An engaging and charismatic public speaking style with the ability to adapt delivery style dependent on context and audience
· Ability to adopt a positive constructive language style when talking to young people 1:1
· Confidence to communicate with relatives, guardians, social workers and related professionals or advocates of young people
· Knowledge of social media and a recognition of the role it plays in young people’s lives
Behaviours
· Skills in forming constructive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels
· Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of professional boundaries when working with young people and the importance of consistency
· Passionate about equality, the rights of LGBTQ+ people and neurodiversity.
· Evident desire to improve service delivery using co-production initiatives with young people
· An ability to listen with empathy and act compassionately
· Competence to work on own initiative and demonstrate innovation and creative problem solving
· Model conduct essential for successful teams, such as reliability, honesty and courage
Desirable
· Qualifications in youth work, teaching or mental health support
· LGBTQ+ lived experience
Other
· Full driving license and use of own vehicle
· Ability to work flexibly, with occasional evening and weekend working
· Commitment to further personal development and training
· Please note: Enhanced DBS is required for this role
The LGBTQ+ Youth Outreach Practitioner will have responsibility for the following documents.
· Contact Evaluation forms/data capture
· Monthly Outreach Report
· Resource library pertaining to our work with young people
· Network minutes (schools forum)
Apply via our website and complete an application form
To create and nurture a safe and thriving LGBTQ+ community in and around Milton Keynes, where everyone is empowered to be their true selves.



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Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they’re likely to die from.
Job DescriptionWe’re looking for an HR Advisor to join our HR Business Partnering team and make a real difference in a mission-led organisation. In this role, you’ll support the delivery of a professional, high-quality HR service to the Caring Services directorate, working closely with HR Business Partners to help managers and teams navigate a wide range of people matters.
You’ll provide trusted, practical advice to managers and employees on the full spectrum of HR and employee relations issues, underpinned by sound employment law knowledge and best practice. From managing absence and performance issues to supporting formal ER processes, you’ll play a key role in enabling managers to act confidently, fairly and consistently.
This role offers a collaborative environment with strong support from your Business Partnering colleagues, while also providing significant flexibility and autonomy in managing your daily responsibilities.
Your Impact:
Working in partnership with HR colleagues to deliver a responsive, high-quality HR service aligned to regional needs and wider organisational objectives.
Providing professional advice and hands-on support to managers on misconduct, capability, absence and performance matters, including acting as the HR representative at disciplinary and performance meetings.
Proactively managing short- and long-term sickness absence cases, liaising with Occupational Health and supporting managers to take appropriate action.
Preparing and analysing HR management information and reports to support senior leaders in identifying trends and developing effective action plans.
Working closely with Payroll and HR Services to resolve queries within agreed timescales and ensure a smooth employee experience
Supporting local recruitment activity, HR workshops, and project work as required.
Key Criteria:
Solid experience in a generalist HR role, providing advice to managers on best-practice HR approaches, including change management.
Recent experience working in a fast-paced, multi-site organisation.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to handle sensitive and complex employee relations situations professionally and tactfully.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously.
Good working knowledge of current employment legislation and its practical application.
Experience working with trade unions is desirable.
Experience within healthcare, social care or the charity sector is an advantage, but not essential.
CIPD qualification (or working towards one) or equivalent practical experience.
Please see the full job description .
Additional InformationApplication & Interview Process
As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV and complementary details. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
Close date for applications: 8 Feb 2026. We encourage you to apply early as we may close the application process sooner, once we receive enough qualifying applications.
Salary: £30,000-35,000 per annum, depending on experience
Contract: Permanent, 35 hours per week
Based: Home-based in Wales and the Southwest with regular travel to our Wales Hospice and Tiverton offices.
Benefits you’ll LOVE:
Flexible working. We’re happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
Continuous professional development opportunities.
Industry-leading training programmes
Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
Access to Blue Light Card membership
Subsidised Eye Care
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
We're happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please email any requests to [email protected]
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Role: Senior Partnerships Coordinator
Location: Westminster, London. London Scottish House, 95 Horseferry Rd, London SW1P 2DX.
Contract: Permanent. Full time 37.5 hours a week.
Salary: £29,900 – 34,500 (dependent on experience)
Reporting to: Partnerships & Marketing Manager
Make a big impact with a dynamic charity transforming young people’s lives in London.
Construction Youth Trust is an ambitious and innovative charity whose mission to inspire and enable young people to overcome barriers and achieve their full career potential. Social mobility is at the heart of our work, and we prioritise working with young people from low-income backgrounds and those who are facing significant barriers to employment.
We help young people recognise their potential, develop their confidence and skills and discover career opportunities never previously presented to them. Through our long-standing partnerships with employers in the built environment sector (over 200+ across London), we connect hundreds of young people each year to relatable role models, world of work experiences and ultimately rewarding jobs and apprenticeships. The built environment is at the forefront of the drive towards achieving net zero and future economic growth, offering young people substantial opportunity for career progression.
We are seeking a highly organised, persuasive, and confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and a proven track record of building productive relationships with funders. Comfortable working at pace, you will thrive in a busy environment and play a key role in our successful Partnerships team - managing five-figure corporate accounts, identifying and developing new corporate partnerships, and delivering high-quality marketing. All activity will be focused on achieving our ambitious corporate fundraising targets.
What will I be doing?
· Delivering high-quality relationship management and stewardship, including writing reports and organising “seeing is believing” events that give funders the opportunity to experience the impact of our work with young people first-hand.
· Preparing compelling applications for potential corporate partners, including presenting to senior stakeholders where required.
· Creating and deliver tailored marketing plans for key accounts, including inspiring social media posts and case studies, and bringing our work to life by capturing high-quality photos and videos of CYT in action.
· Supporting the Partnerships team to organise and deliver high-impact corporate and in-aid fundraising events that inspire existing and prospective corporate funders.
What knowledge and experience are we looking for?
· Proven experience working in a charity fundraising role
· Demonstrable experience managing and supporting relationships with funders
· Experience securing new funding, including writing applications and presenting to funders
NOTE: prior knowledge of the construction and built environment sector is not an essential requirement of this role.
What abilities/skills are we looking for?
· Highly organised with an ability to pay close attention to detail
· Ability to work at pace and meet deadlines
· Exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills
· Excellent communication skills including the ability to tailor content to different audience
What will I gain?
At CYT, every member of the Partnerships team plays an active role in shaping the charity’s strategic development and is given significant opportunities for professional growth. You will have the chance to lead and deliver your own projects, shadow different areas of fundraising (including Trusts & Foundations and Major Donors), and engage directly with senior stakeholders, including the CEO and Board. You’ll be supported by a warm, collaborative team and enjoy ample opportunity to develop new skills, expand your experience, and progress your career.
Benefits include: a minimum of 25 days’ annual leave (plus an discretionary “Day for You”), a 7% employer pension contribution, hybrid working, and the opportunity to take a six-week sabbatical after three years’ service. You’ll also benefit from a supportive Training and Development policy, which actively encourages professional growth and the achievement of relevant qualifications, such as the CIOF Certificate in Fundraising.
How do I apply?
If you are passionate about transforming the life chances of young people, please send your fully completed application form with particular attention to your supporting statement (no more than 500 words) explaining why the role interests you and how you meet the person specification.
We strongly believe that a diverse and inclusive team is vital to our work. We are especially interested in hearing from individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds and/or those with a lived experience of the young people we support.
Closing date: 9am on Friday 30th January. However, we may interview candidates as we receive suitable applications and close the application deadline earlier if a successful candidate is found.
A second interview may also be required.
You can access the Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification for this role directly from this charity jobs recruitment page when you click to apply for the role.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We will only consider candidates for employment that share this commitment. All roles are subject to safer recruitment practices, and this position will require an Enhanced Disclosure with Barred list check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
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At Catch22, we are proud of our reputation as a modern and progressive employer. Our 1,300 colleagues and 300 volunteers work at every stage of the social welfare cycle, supporting over 60,000 individuals from cradle to career. Our work spans education, social justice and rehabilitation, children's social care, family support, social action and getting people into work.
The People & Payroll Team plays a critical role in supporting our services to deliver our work. We're a team of nearly 30, and work from our offices in Brasted, Kent, Central London and remotely (with travel to our services).
Job Description
Join Catch22 as our Interim Payroll Specialist and play a central role in delivering a best-in-class payroll service for our people. You’ll lead a proactive, customer-focused payroll function, ensuring colleagues are paid accurately and on time, and supporting smooth onboarding. The Payroll Team is responsible for ensuring that salaries are paid correctly, on time and in compliance with HMRC rules. Based in Brasted (with hybrid working), you’ll oversee all aspects of payroll delivery, manage the iTrent system, and work closely with People, Finance, and the wider organisation. You’ll provide clear payroll advice, mentor people coordinators, and help shape and automate processes for an excellent user experience.
We’re looking for someone with initiative, strong payroll expertise, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively to improve efficiency and support our inclusive culture. As the Payroll Specialist you will be solely responsible for ensuring that the organisation’s payroll and pension schemes are run in the most efficient manner, ensuring accurate payments are made to staff on time, and ensuring that all tax law and other associated regulations are complied with. You will have the ability to demonstrate initiative and a proactive approach to work, be able and comfortable to work unsupervised and work across teams to solve problems and to be able to improve the efficiency of the existing processes. You will also need to manage various priorities and work within tight deadlines and provide an excellent customer focused service to every customer whether internal or external and ensure that issues are resolved on the first occasion wherever possible. You will develop close working relationships with colleagues in the People Services team as well as other key corporate and group functions to promote best practice to achieve accurate payroll processing.
Experience
We are looking for someone that has:
- A full membership (or equivalent) of the Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals and a commitment to continuous learning
- Degree or relevant professional qualification
- Knowledge of MHR iTrent System
- Systems and digital solutions knowledge
- HMRC guidance and pension legislation knowledge
- Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, legislation and procedures.
- Proficiency in payroll software - iTrent / People First
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Payroll system set up and implementation experience
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- The ability to work effectively under pressure
Additional information
- Salary in the range of £49,000 to £53,000 per annum
- Hours: Full time, 37 hours a week, Monday-Friday - 9 am-5 pm.
- Contract: This role is for a 6 month fixed term.
- Location: Rectory Lodge, High Street, Brasted. We can offer hybrid working in this role, with a minimum of 2-3 days in the Brasted office. Equipment required to work from home will be supplied.
- Access to your own means of transportation would be beneficial, as the local bus service is unfortunately not very frequent or reliable. We recommend you research your potential commute ahead of applying.
Benefits:
- 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, rising to 33 days with service.
- Pension scheme with matching contributions of up to 4%
- Discounted shopping opportunities
Unless otherwise stated, interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates are identified, so early application is strongly advised.
At Catch22 we value equality, diversity and inclusion. We are wholeheartedly committed to the principle of equality of opportunity, both as an employer and as a provider of services. Diversity and Inclusion is part of what we do every day, working to deliver our vision to build a strong society where everyone has good people around them, a purpose, and a good place to live.
Catch22 is committed to rigorous safeguarding and safer recruitment practices; ensuring that every individual within the organisation has been safely and appropriately checked.
Please note, we will conduct an online search as part of our due dilligence checks for successful candidate(s). This will involve a search of all publicly available information online and in social media.
London Friend is the UK’s oldest LGBTQ+ charity providing health and wellbeing support to LGBTQ+ people. Services include support and social groups; counselling; drug & alcohol support; an extensive volunteering programme; and training and consultancy.
We’re looking for an administrator for our health and wellbeing services. This role is a key function, working across the whole of the organisation, to support day to day operation of all our services and to ensure that all our record keeping is accurate and up-to-date, and that data is available and prepared for us to report to funders.
The postholder will also provide administrative support to our health and wellbeing services, processing new referrals, liaising with service managers, booking appointments, and ensuring the administrative day to day operation of London Friend, including updating and monitoring and responding to our website and social media channels.
With several grants and contracts for London Friend to manage, the Health & Wellbeing Administrator will be responsible for ensuring that all data is input into relevant databases and systems; analysing data and producing reports; overseeing monitoring of the use of services; reporting on client health outcomes for funders and organisational analysis; and providing administrative support to the organisation.
The post-holder will take an active anti-discriminatory, anti-racism and trans-inclusive approach around all areas of work and will be an active member of London Friend supporting with the aims & objectives of the service.
To apply please download and read the application pack carefully, then complete and return the application form, addressing all points on the person specification, together with the equalities monitoring form. The closing date is 5pm on Monday 2nd February 2026. Interviews are scheduled for Thursday 5th February 2026.
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Seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic, dedicated yet compassionate leader to drive the charity forward with a fresh strategy, new ideas and a bold vision. As CEO you will provide visionary, strategic, and operational leadership to the Ileostomy and Internal Pouch Association, ensuring we fulfil our mission and grow sustainably. You will act as a key ambassador, building partnerships and maintaining our reputation for excellence ensuring we move forward with impact sharing the strength and passion that we have continued to experience for almost 70 years.
Key Responsibilities (see breakdown within attached job specification)
- Strategic leadership
- Operational Management
- External Engagement
- Governance and Board Relations
- Team Leadership
What we do
IA offers peer-to-peer support to those with, or about to have, either an ileostomy or an internal pouch. We also help fund research into bowel disease and other conditions leading to the removal of the colon, as well as providing relevant information to interested parties using a range of channels.
Our strapline, “Because we know, we care”, sums up our whole ethos. Individuals can join either their local IA member organisation, or the IA national charity, and in either case, gain access to a range of services and support, including our flagship quarterly Journal, local and national meetings and information events, and other services such as our One2One peer support and Support Through Therapy services.
What you offer
Essential
• Proven senior leadership experience, ideally as a CEO or Director in the charity or social enterprise sector
• Demonstrable experience of strategic planning and implementation
• Excellent communication skills with ability to engage effectively with stakeholders, professionals and volunteers both internally and publicly
• Work empathetically with vulnerable adults employing working knowledge of safeguarding
• Financial management and budget oversight
• Demonstrable experience of implementing and monitoring services based on financial benefit and social benefit
• Track record of income generation and fundraising
• Demonstrable experience of operating within a governance and regulatory framework
• Experience of developing, managing and supporting high performing teams with a strong growth mindset
• Builds effective relationships with a strong network instilling confidence and trust
• Experience of leading a team delivering effectively against objectives
Skills and Qualities
• Visionary and values-led leadership
• Ethical decision-maker
• Strong, confident and decisive performing well under pressure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Resilience, adaptability, empathy and emotional intelligence
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
What we offer
Contract: Part time 60% FTE – flexible over 3-5 days, permanent role.
Location: Remote (with regular travel to National Office (Rochford, Essex) and other UK locations, as required)
Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 equivalent FT (pro-rata 60%), commensurate with experience plus benefits
Please see further information about us, what you will offer and who we are looking for within the attached role profile.
Submit:
1. Your CV (max 4 pages)
2. A covering letter outlining suitability including responses to the following questions (maximum 1000 words)
Additional Questions:
• What motivates you to join IA and why this role?
• What makes you an ideal candidate to take the charity forward?
• What three priorities do you think non profits, in general, should focus on in the current climate and why?
• How would you introduce positive, effective change into a 70-year-old organisation?
Applications should be submitted via the advertising platform including your CV and covering letter. See attached role profile for recruitment timetable and further details about us/the role, including contact details for an informal chat, if required, before applying.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Have you led transformational change in the third sector – and are now looking for your next big opportunity to make a lasting impact?
If so, you may be the dynamic, strategic and values-driven leader we’re looking for as our Head of Volunteering Development.
This is a senior leadership role with real influence and autonomy. Working with key stakeholders and partners, you’ll lead the development and delivery of a forward-thinking, inclusive Vision for Volunteering for Somerset. With a remit that spans strategy development, community engagement, active citizenship and workforce wellbeing, this role will be key in exploring new and exciting approaches that makes volunteering accessible to all.
You’ll bring proven leadership experience in the third sector, and a track record of strategic planning and delivering change in complex environments. You’ll also have a passion for volunteering, a deep understanding of the volunteer experience, and excellent knowledge and understanding of the national and local volunteering landscape – including the opportunities and challenges.
In return, we offer flexible, hybrid working options, a free Employee Assistance Programme, and up to 7.5 hours of volunteering leave per year.
To find out more about this role, including how you can apply, please visit our website by clicking the button on this advert.
We support and champion Somerset’s charities and voluntary organisations to help change lives and build healthy, resilient communities.



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