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Overview of the Directorate
The Education Directorate delivers the English-Speaking Union’s (ESU) education programmes, competitions and training, helping young people develop the confidence and skills to speak, listen, think critically and engage constructively with different points of view.
The ESU’s debating, public speaking and cultural exchange programmes aim to embed sustainable cultures of oracy in schools and empower young people to engage with the world. The Directorate works with schools and educational settings across England and Wales and with a pool of freelance Oracy Leaders to deliver its programmes.
Purpose of the Role
The Senior Education Coordinator – School Partnerships will help ensure young people across England and Wales develop essential oracy skills by supporting the sales of the ESU’s educational products. These include the ‘Discover Your Voice’ student oracy workshops and Teacher Oracy CPD sessions for schools and other educational settings.
The postholder will administer the sales process, responding to enquiries, converting warm leads into bookings and overseeing the delivery of workshops and training. The role requires someone who is proactive, motivated and confident working with a high degree of initiative.
Key Responsibilities
• Convert conversations with inbound and warm leads into confirmed workshop bookings
• Respond to and follow up on inbound leads and warm conversations, moving prospects through the sales pipeline
• Collaborate with the ESU Marketing Team and Director of Education to advise on the messaging and assets needed to promote the ESU’s education offers
• Manage workshop delivery, acting as the point of contact for Lead Teachers, appointing freelance Oracy Leaders and providing clear communication, support and resources
• Use Salesforce to manage programme delivery, maintain accurate account and communication records and report on sales pipelines
• Collect monitoring and evaluation data, including student surveys, teacher surveys and case studies
• Work closely with the ESU’s pool of Oracy Leaders, including communicating before and after workshops, booking staff onto delivery and liaising with Finance and HR where necessary
• When capacity allows, support other functions within the Education Programmes Team, including national and international public speaking, debate and performance competitions
• Undertake other relevant responsibilities as reasonably requested by the line manager, including communications, administration and resource design
Skills and Knowledge
• A strong understanding of the education sector, schools and the realities of teaching
• Experience of responding to bookings and servicing requests, particularly within schools or education
• Experience of converting inbound enquiries into bookings
• Experience using CRM systems to track and manage customer or account relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisation and prioritisation skills
• Excellent attention to detail and high standards of accuracy
• Passion for improving oracy skills in young people from all backgrounds
Behaviours
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to use initiative and work independently
• Confident building positive and professional relationships with schools, teachers, colleagues and freelance delivery staff
• Organised and able to manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards
• Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to support the wider Education team when required
• Collaborative and constructive in working with colleagues across Education, Marketing, Finance and HR
• Committed to the ESU’s mission and to creating positive educational opportunities for young people
Desirable
• Experience of working with Salesforce
• Experience coordinating freelance staff
• Experience planning and delivering lessons
• Experience of resource creation
Benefits
• Hybrid working, with three days a week in the office at Dartmouth House, Central London 35 Hour week.
• 28 days’ annual leave plus eight days’ bank holiday, pro rata for part-time staff
• Generous company pension
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to virtual GP services 24/7
• Group life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
An exciting opportunity to help young people build confidence, connection and resilience through horses and life on our Skipton farm. Following the success of our day visits, our residential programme will launch in January 2027 and we are looking for a horse specialist to join our growing team. This unique role combines equine-assisted therapeutic work and hands-on farm life, helping young people see themselves differently.
What is Jamie’s Farm? Jamie’s Farm is a charity that supports young people by combining therapeutic work, farming, and purposeful activities to help them thrive. Through residential visits to our working farms, we provide a nurturing environment where young people can reflect, build confidence, and develop the resilience they need to overcome personal challenges.
Known within the organisation as ‘Sessional Worker – Horse Specialist’
More about the role: You will plan and deliver engaging horse-based sessions for visiting young people, using an equine-assisted therapeutic approach to create opportunities for connection, reflection and personal growth. As part of the wider delivery team, you will contribute to the shared rhythms of farm life, from feeding rounds and walks, to mealtimes, group discussions and occasional evening activities. Working closely with with rest of the Skipton team you will help ensure each visit runs smoothly and provides a positive experience for all.
Alongside programme delivery, you will lead the day-to-day care and welfare of our horses, maintaining high standards of husbandry, stable management and wellbeing.
About you : We are looking for someone with strong practical experience of horse care, welfare and management, alongside experience of using equine-assisted work with children and young people. You will be able to build positive relationships with young people from a wide range of backgrounds and create safe and engaging experiences that help encourage participation, reflection and growth.
You will bring excellent communication and organisational skills, together with a warm, patient and collaborative approach. Above all, you will share Jamie’s Farm values and be motivated to use your equine expertise to make a meaningful difference for young people.
In return, we offer a competitive salary, generous annual leave and pension, regular therapeutic supervision, specialist training/CPD, all meals when on site, and the chance to join a supportive team in a beautiful rural setting.
You can find the full job description, desired experience and further employee benefits in the recruitment pack below. Don’t meet every single requirement? We’d still love to hear from you – your unique skills and experience could be just what we’re looking for.
If you’d like to find out more before applying, we are offering an opportunity to visit the farm on Friday 4 September, between 1pm and 4pm. You’ll be able to meet the Head of Farm, ask questions and see the site. Please email the address below for further information.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you experienced in leading a team within Service Charges?
We have two fantastic opportunities to join our Service Charges team as Regional Service Charge Managers. Based from our office in Basingstoke, you'll combine office and home working in line with our hybrid approach, with occasional travel to our Wembley office for team meetings.
The Role
Reporting into the Head of Service Charge Setting and Administration, you'll be responsible for managing and coordinating the Regional Service Charges team in the South West region in the delivery of the service charge calculations (all tenure types) and annual service charge statements to customers in line with legal and regulatory requirements. The portfolio consists of approximately 20,000 units with a total annual service charge income budget of c.£20 million. Responsibilities include:
Managing the Regional Service Charge team with a focus on articulating a clear vision, providing direction, and promoting a culture of accountability, high performance, and continuous improvement
Setting the annual service charge expenditure and income budget across all tenures within the region
Accountability for the annual service charge estimate and final account process, ensuring the risk associated with rechargeable service charges is effectively managed and regulatory time scales are met
Working collaboratively across the business to support continuous service improvement and deliver excellent customer service to customers across different tenure types, ensuring compliance with legal requirements
Reviewing and approving the certification of annual service charges, documenting the calculation and apportionment process, including the reports and supporting documentation to facilitate the certification
Producing and analysing regular reports on recoverable repairs and maintenance expenditure, estimated service charge income and ad-hoc reports dependant on business requirements
What we're looking for
You should have previous experience in a similar management role within service charges. You'll need to demonstrate strong technical knowledge, being adept in managing fixed and variable charges in a large and complex setting, preferably in a housing context. You'll also need:
To be an experienced leader, skilled in developing high-performing teams and consistently maintaining high operational standards
Thorough understanding of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 (as amended) and other guidance and best practice for service charges
To be qualified by experience or a qualified accountant with a solid understanding of accounting practices and concepts including account reconciliations
Ability to take ownership and work independently whilst meeting tight organisational deadlines
Strong stakeholder management skills, demonstrating collaborative, cross-functional working relationships, including experience liaising with external stakeholders, e.g. auditors, regulators and Ombudsman
Experience in directly engaging with customers, addressing queries, and delivering clear, concise written communication
Strong experience with Microsoft Office applications, including intermediate / advanced excel
Knowledge and experience of using housing management and property management systems (e.g. Workday, SUN, Agresso, NEC, Active H or similar)
We are looking for an Operations Executive Assistant to join our Operations Team. This is a varied role at the heart of the organisation, combining operational coordination and executive support. Working across every part of Purposeful Ventures, you will help ensure colleagues have the systems, processes and support they need to do their best work.
Working closely with the Director of Finance and Operations, you will coordinate operational priorities, anticipate issues before they arise, and ensure the organisation runs smoothly, enabling senior leaders to remain focused on strategic work.
No two days will be the same. You might be coordinating a new starter's first day, overseeing office operations, preparing papers for senior meetings, implementing a new operational process, coordinating organisational compliance activities, supporting grant administration, or resolving an operational issue before it becomes a problem.
This is a role for someone who enjoys making things work well. You will be trusted to take ownership, build strong relationships across the organisation and continuously improve how we operate. You'll need to be equally comfortable supporting senior leaders, coordinating projects, solving practical problems and paying close attention to detail.
This role sits at the centre of Purposeful Ventures. You will work with colleagues across the organisation, gaining a broad understanding of how we operate while taking ownership of the systems, processes and coordination that help enhance how the organisation works. If you are someone who enjoys understanding how organisations work and finding practical ways to make them work even better, you will have plenty of opportunities to make a difference.
Job Description
Purpose
The Operations Executive Assistant plays a central role in the efficient running of Purposeful Ventures by providing operational management, executive support and administration across the organisation.
The role is varied and post holders are expected to have, and will be supported to continue to develop, expertise across a broad range of operational activities.
Responsibilities and duties
Executive support
Working closely with the Director of Finance and Operations and Management Team:
Operations and Business Administration
People operations and onboarding
Working closely with the People Coordinator and colleagues to deliver an outstanding onboarding experience by:
Office and Facilities
Ensuring that Purposeful Ventures provides a welcoming, productive and well-organised working environment by:
Supporting Incubating Organisations and New Projects
Working with organisations that Purposeful Ventures is incubating by:
The job description is subject to change and the postholder may be required to undertake tasks not specifically referred to above. Such duties, however, will fall within the scope of the job description.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for a highly organised, proactive and collaborative professional with experience providing executive and operational in a fast-paced environment. You will take ownership, build trusted relationships across the organisation, and be passionate about creating efficient systems and delivering an outstanding experience for colleagues and stakeholders.
You will bring an appreciation of the charity and social impact sector and a commitment to Purposeful Ventures' mission and values, recognising the importance of working for the good of the wider system.
Key requirements
The successful candidate will have:
Experience
The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience of:
Desirable:
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Assistant Financial Accountant
Salary: £26,000 to £30,000 depending on experience and qualifications, pro rata if working four days
Location: Talgarth
Hours: 4 or 5 days per week, 9.00am to 5.00pm
Hybrid working: Minimum two days per week in the Talgarth office once fully trained
Reporting to: CFO
Holiday: 24 days plus bank holidays, pro rata for four days
Benefits: Flexible working hours and £200,000 Death in Service cover
About The Wye & Usk Foundation
The Wye & Usk Foundation is an environmental charity working to protect and improve the rivers Wye and Usk and their catchments. We are part of the Rivers Trust movement, a network of independent charities working to protect and restore rivers across the UK and Ireland.
We work with farmers, landowners, local communities, businesses and other organisations to find practical solutions to the challenges facing our rivers.
Our work covers a wide range of activities, including river and habitat restoration, farm advice, water quality, monitoring and data, natural flood management and the development of new approaches to funding river restoration.
About the role
We are looking for someone to join our small Finance Team in a varied role covering day-to-day finance as well as project finance and reporting.The role could suit a recent graduate looking to start and develop a career in finance, someone already working in finance who is looking for their next step, or a part-qualified candidate looking to broaden their experience.
The salary within the £26,000 to £30,000 range will depend on the successful candidate's experience, qualifications and the level of responsibility they are able to take on. The role can be worked over four or five days per week.
The role will initially be shaped around the successful candidate's existing skills and experience. The core responsibilities will cover transactional finance and finance administration, with additional responsibilities across project accounting, reconciliations, budgets and financial reporting introduced depending on experience and development within the role.
We are a small team, so the role is varied and offers a good opportunity to gain experience across a broad range of finance activities.
Main Responsibilities
Further Responsibilities and Development
Depending on experience, and as the successful candidate develops within the role, responsibilities may also include:
There will also be opportunities to become involved in monthly management accounts and year-end statutory accounts as experience develops.
Skills and Experience
Essential
Desirable
We do not expect candidates to have experience in all of the following, but any of these would be useful:
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ave you been affected by hepatitis B? Could you use your experience to help others?
We are looking for someone with excellent engagement skills, real drive and a passion for helping others to deliver a flagship new health service in North East London. You will use your own experience of hepatitis B to help others access the information, testing, treatment and care they need.
You will:
Your role will involve patient outreach and engagement, organising and delivering events in community settings and building partnerships with community organisations. This is a frontline role requiring excellent communication and organisational skills. Creativity and innovation welcome!
12-month contract (with possible extension).
Salary: £28,860
The Hepatitis C Trust is a charity dedicated to eliminating hepatitis C in the UK by 2030.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Operations Assistant provides the coordination, administration and organisational support that enables New Wine's Operations Team to flourish.
Working closely with the Head of Operations, this role supports the smooth running of the charity by coordinating recruitment administration, governance processes, office operations, compliance records, events and organisational systems.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone at the beginning of their career who enjoys organising people and projects, improving processes and making things happen behind the scenes. You'll gain experience across HR, safeguarding, governance, operational planning and charity management while helping create the infrastructure that enables local churches to change nations.
Roles and Responsibilities
1. Operational Administration
Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Operations Team.
Coordinate operational workflows, ensuring tasks and priorities are delivered efficiently.
Maintain operational documentation and filing systems.
Support the implementation of new operational processes and improvements.
Maintain shared operational trackers and action plans.
2. People and HR Administration
Coordinate recruitment administration, including arranging interviews and communicating with candidates.
Prepare contracts, offer letters and onboarding documentation.
Complete safer recruitment checks including references, DBS applications and Right to Work documentation.
Coordinate new starter and leaver processes.
Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems.
Support staff training records and mandatory compliance tracking.
3. Governance and Board Support
Coordinate Board, Trustee and Committee meetings.
Prepare meeting packs and distribute papers.
Take minutes and maintain action logs.
Maintain governance registers and organisational records.
Support the annual governance calendar and policy review programme.
4. Policies and Compliance
Maintain New Wine's policy library, ensuring documents remain current and version controlled.
Coordinate annual policy review schedules.
Maintain compliance trackers for Health & Safety, GDPR, safeguarding and organisational requirements.
Support the administration of insurance renewals and operational documentation.
5. Office and Operational Systems
Coordinate the day-to-day running of the office.
Manage office supplies and equipment.
Coordinate new starter IT equipment and software access.
Liaise with office, facilities and IT suppliers regarding day-to-day operational matters.
6. Meetings and Internal Coordination
Manage meeting bookings, room reservations and logistics.
Coordinate agendas and supporting documentation.
Maintain operational calendars.
7. Events and Logistics
Support operational planning for the Summer Festival, Leadership Conference and other events.
Coordinate logistics for staff team including catering, accommodation and travel.
Prepare operational documentation and event packs.
Support the Site Command Team through administrative coordination.
8. Operational Records
Maintain organisational register
Ensure records remain accurate, organised and up to date.
9. Team Contribution
Contribute positively to the wider Operations Team.
Look for opportunities to improve systems and ways of working.
Support colleagues across New Wine
Participate in staff prayer days, team days and other gatherings.
Model New Wine's values in all aspects of your work.
The above list of job deliverables is open and partial, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post.
Person Specification
Essential Skills & Experience
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Confident using Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams.
Able to build positive working relationships across teams.
High level of discretion when handling confidential information.
Proactive with a willingness to learn and develop.
Strong problem-solving skills and a positive attitude.
Committed to the vision, values and Christian ethos of New Wine.
Desirable
Previous experience in an administrative, operational or customer-facing role.
Experience working in a charity, church or events environment.
Knowledge of HR administration, safeguarding or governance.
Experience using Microsoft 365, SharePoint or CRM systems.
Role Particulars
Working Pattern
Full-time, including weekly (Tuesday) in-person team meetings in London. The rhythm is as follows: All-staff meetings on 1st and 3rd week of the month, and individual Operational team days on the 2nd and 4th week of the month. The nature of this role means that some travel and working away from home will be required, as agreed in advance. Specifically, the post holder must be available for the annual leadership conference and the New Wine summer festival.
Places of Work
This role is eligible for hybrid and flexible working, with a minimum of 1 day in the London office a week
Supervision
The post holder will receive regular supervision from the Head of Operations.
This post is subject to an occupational requirement that the holder be a practising Christian under Part 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.
This job description is intended to summarise the primary responsibilities and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended to include all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or all capabilities that may be required now or in the future. New Wine reserves the right to revise the duties outlined in this job description at its discretion.
Application process
Key Dates
The application deadline is 9:00am on Wednesday 9 September 2026. We reserve the right to close applications early if a suitable field of candidates is identified before the closing date.
Shortlisted applicants will be notified by 5:00pm on Friday 11 September 2026 and invited to a first-stage online interview, which will take place on Friday 18 September 2026.
Candidates successful at the first stage will then be invited to a second-stage interview at our London office.
How to Apply
Please email the following:
A copy of your CV.
A supporting statement (maximum one side of A4) answering the following questions:
Why would you like to work for New Wine?
Tell us about your Christian faith and how it shapes your life, work and sense of calling.
What relevant experience, skills and strengths would you bring to this role?
Why do you believe this role is the right next step for you?
As this role is subject to a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the post holder be a practising Christian (under Part 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010), we ask all applicants to include a brief description of their Christian faith as part of their supporting statement.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for someone to join our team as Programme Coordinator. We want you to use your creativity to help children, young people and adults transform their lives, the services they use and the communities they live in. This role will work with the Programme Manager and our other Programme Coordinator to and will mainly focus on the delivery and development of our Creative Mentoring Programme with support to our Youth Voice and Creative Futures work as allocated.
You will bring with you experience in programme and event coordination, excellent communication skills including working with children and young people. You will have experience of preparing and delivering workshops, presentations and training activities.
Social Justice for young people through arts, culture and creativity
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are seeking a motivated Income Generation Support Officer specialising in fundraising to support the Management Committe and CEO. In this vital role, you will play a key part in supporting our organisation’s efforts to increase income.
Primary Objectives of the Post:
The role of the Income Generation Support Officer involves a variety of responsibilities aimed at increasing the organisation's income from various sources.
Purpose of the Job:
This post plays a crucial role in ensuring that the organisation's fundraising efforts are relevant, successful and aligned with our financial objectives.
To ensure that the quality of the Network’s work is maintained and developed in line with Network’s Values and Philosophy.
To contribute to the maintenance and development of effective communication throughout the organisation.
The postholder will support the Management Committee, CEO and Office Manager by conducting initial research, maintaining fundraising data, and handling administrative duties related to grant applications and other fundraising activities.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities:
1. Research and apply for grants: Research trusts, foundations and other funding streams - identifying specific grant criteria, deadlines, and alignment with our work.
2. Build relationships with funders: Cultivate and nurture relationships with donors, foundations, and funding bodies.
3. Write and manage applications: Assist in drafting grant applications and collating necessary documents (financials, safeguarding policies, etc.) ensuring they are high quality, clear, concise, and impactful.
4. Develop and support fundraising activities: Assist with community-based fundraising activities, including event planning and stewardship.
5. Collaborate with WSUN staff: Work closely with our team to gather insights and data for creating compelling proposals/applications.
6. Data Management: keep accurate, up-to-date records of donor/grant contact information, application stages, and reporting dates.
7. Develop and maintain our “Case for Support: analysing need, interpreting results and using evaluation reports to inform future fundraising strategies and content.
8. Maintaining quality and integrity - ensuring that all income generation activities are conducted in a transparent and responsible manner.
In addition:
The post-holder may be requested by the CEO from time to time to carry out work not included in the above job description, in line with the needs of the Network and the level of responsibility of the post.
Please submit your CV and a covering letter stating why you feel you would be suitable for the role and outlining your fundraising experience
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Are you an experienced campaign coordinator? Are you passionate about helping children and young people reach their full potential? Seeking a new challenge? Join us!
The School Library Association is preparing for a landmark 90th anniversary campaign in 2027, celebrating the vital role of school libraries in education. We are seeking a highly organised, proactive Campaign Coordinator to help deliver this national campaign across research, advocacy, fundraising, events and communications. This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in a high-profile campaign that will raise awareness, strengthen the evidence base for school libraries, influence policy, and directly support schools through resources and funding.
As Campaign Coordinator, you will ensure the smooth coordination and delivery of the campaign’s key milestones throughout the year. You will manage timelines, coordinate campaign activity, and liaise with and report to stakeholders as needed. Integrating into the team at pace, you will take the lead on key milestones, working closely with internal and external partners to deliver the campaign on time, on budget and to a high standard. A creative thinker, you will contribute to all aspects of campaign development, coordination and delivery, helping to build and maintain a strong narrative throughout.
The salary for this position is £23,648.65 per year for 30 hours per week. Find out more about this role and how to apply by downloading the job specification pack. We are actively interviewing for this role and may close recruitment early if a suitable candidate is identified.
The SLA is a UK-wide organisation, working mostly remotely. We welcome applicants from all over the UK. We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. Each new role provides us with an opportunity for us to bring in a different perspective, and we are always eager to diversify our team. The SLA is committed to building an inclusive, supportive place, where you can do brilliant and rewarding work.
Application deadline: Thursday 10th September, 5pm
Interviews will take place in person on Tuesday 15th September 2026 (London TBC).
Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. No agencies please. Use of supporting digital tools (such as AI) is understood, but all documents submitted must accurately reflect your experience and skills. Due to the volume of applications we cannot provide individual feedback. We really appreciate your interest. If you haven’t heard from us within four weeks of the deadline, it means we’ve moved forward with other candidates on this occasion. We encourage you to apply again in the future.
Applications without a one page covering letter will not be considered. Please read the job description carefully.
Helping schools develop vibrant reading and learning communities


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Help us shape the future of community funding across the West of England
Quartet Community Foundation is looking for an experienced, collaborative and forward-thinking Head of Programmes to lead our grant-making and programmes work across Bristol, Bath & North-East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.
This is an exciting time to join Quartet. We recently launched our new three-year strategy 2026-9, containing ambitious plans to increase our impact through grant giving, strengthen our understanding of local communities and raise the profile of place-based giving. The strategy outlines how we aim to diversify and strengthen our donor base, driving increasing philanthropic giving, so that we can distribute £6.5 million in grants annually by 2029. As Head of Programmes, you will play a key role in turning that ambition into action.
You will lead and develop our grant-making programmes, ensuring they are informed by community need, insight and evidence and reflect best practice in equitable and accessible funding. You will work closely with local communities, voluntary and community organisations, funders and partners to understand emerging needs and identify opportunities for collaboration and innovation. You will be able to administer funds directed by local authorities and other partners to their specification, bringing a high quality service and repeat “business” to our revenue funding through high quality grant assessment and distribution.
You will also manage and support our experienced Programmes Team, three direct reports, ensuring an environment where they can develop, perform at their best and embody a culture of continual improvement (please see attached staff plan).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ABOUT CFAB
CFAB is the UK's only charity with a dedicated international children's social work team and the UK's sole member of the International Social Service (ISS) network. We identify, protect and support children and families separated by international borders as a result of conflict, trafficking, migration, family breakdown and asylum-related issues.
Working with partners in more than 130 countries, we are experts in international social work, cross-border child protection, international care proceedings and overseas family placements, helping children remain connected to their families, identities and cultures wherever possible.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking an ambitious and experienced fundraiser to join CFAB at an exciting stage of our development. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of a small charity with a global reach, securing sustainable income that enables children and families across borders to remain connected, protected and supported.
Fundraising is central to CFAB's long-term sustainability, generating almost 60% of the charity's £1million annual income. As we deliver our new organisational strategy and strengthen our External Affairs function, you will play a key role in growing and diversifying income to support our future ambitions.
Trusts and foundations will be at the heart of your role, building on our strong portfolio of funders while developing opportunities across corporate partnerships, supporter stewardship, challenge events and other emerging income streams. Working closely with the Deputy CEO, you will lead the day-to-day delivery of our fundraising strategy, develop new opportunities and help strengthen CFAB's fundraising capability.
As our senior operational fundraising lead, you'll have significant autonomy and the opportunity to influence organisational strategy while working as part of a collaborative team spanning fundraising, policy, communications and digital engagement. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful contribution to a growing organisation with an international impact.
You will also have the opportunity to recruit and line manage a Fundraising Coordinator from January 2027, helping to shape the next phase of CFAB's fundraising function.
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, and you have the
skills, experience and passion to succeed in this role,
we'd love to hear from you.
JOB SPECIFICATION
Key responsibilities:
1. Strategy Delivery and Management
Working closely with the Deputy CEO, you will lead the delivery of CFAB's fundraising strategy, translating strategic priorities into operational plans that support sustainable income growth.
You will contribute to fundraising strategy, budgeting and income forecasting, monitor performance against agreed targets and ensure fundraising activity is effectively managed through Salesforce. You will identify opportunities to improve fundraising processes, strengthen fundraising performance and support the development and implementation of new income streams and fundraising initiatives.
2. Trusts, Foundations and Corporate Partnerships
You will lead CFAB's trust and foundation fundraising programme, developing and managing a portfolio of funders, partners and supporters to maximise long-term income. You will prepare and oversee high-quality funding applications, reports and pitches, ensuring all funder requirements and deadlines are met.
You will also develop and manage corporate fundraising opportunities, identifying prospective partners, preparing partnership proposals and supporting the growth of corporate income as a strategic priority. Working alongside the Deputy CEO, you will help shape the organisation’s corporate offer and operate a shared account management model for strategic funders and high-value funding opportunities.
3. Relationship Management and Income Growth
Working with the Deputy CEO, you will lead the development and delivery of CFAB's stewardship strategy, strengthening relationships with existing supporters and creating meaningful supporter journeys for new donors. You will oversee donor communications, the supporter newsletter, and recognition processes, ensuring supporters understand the impact of their giving and remain engaged with CFAB.
You will also grow CFAB's challenge events programme, increasing participation, enhancing the supporter experience and developing challenge events as a sustainable source of unrestricted income.
Working collaboratively with the Deputy CEO, Digital Engagement and Outreach Lead, and Policy and Communications Officer, you will develop and deliver digital fundraising campaigns, including Big Give match funding campaigns, and a programme of fundraising events to grow and engage CFAB's supporter base.
4. Team Leadership and Fundraising Operations
You will line manage the Fundraising Coordinator, providing day-to-day leadership, coaching and support to ensure the effective delivery of fundraising operations.
You will oversee prospect research, fundraising administration, supporter stewardship, challenge events, Salesforce management and fundraising reporting, ensuring high standards of performance, accurate data management and effective collaboration across the fundraising function.
5. Governance and Representation
You will help prepare fundraising reports, pipeline updates, income forecasts and performance information for the Senior Management Team and Board of Trustees.
You will ensure fundraising activity complies with relevant legislation, the Code of Fundraising Practice, GDPR, Gift Aid requirements and organisational policies, maintaining the highest standards of fundraising governance and supporter care.
You will represent CFAB externally with funders, corporate partners, supporters and sector networks, acting as an ambassador for the organisation and helping to strengthen its profile, reputation and long-term strategic relationships.
6. Additional Responsibilities
As a member of the wider management team, you will contribute to organisational planning, continuous improvement and cross-organisational projects. You will identify opportunities to strengthen fundraising systems, develop new ways of working and support the long-term sustainability of the organisation. You will also be expected to attend occasional evening and weekend events, meetings and networking opportunities, and to carry out your responsibilities in line with CFAB's policies and relevant legislation.
Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience
These criteria describe the core skills, knowledge and experience required to succeed in the role. Please ensure your cover letter demonstrates how you meet each of the essential criteria, providing examples where possible.
1. A successful track record of securing income through trusts and foundations within the charity sector, with experience of developing high-quality funding applications, reports and funding proposals.
2. A genuine passion for building long-term relationships with supporters, funders and partners, together with experience of identifying and developing new fundraising opportunities.
3. Experience of developing fundraising pipelines, supporter journeys and stewardship plans that strengthen relationships and maximise long-term income.
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce compelling fundraising materials and build effective relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
5. Experience of using CRM systems (preferably Salesforce) and fundraising data to manage relationships, monitor performance and inform fundraising decision-making.
6. Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, work independently and contribute strategically to the continued growth and diversification of fundraising income.
Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience
The criteria below are not essential but will help us identify candidates with additional relevant experience. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every desirable criterion.
1. Experience of fundraising within a children's, family support, social care or international charity.
2. Experience of corporate fundraising, challenge events, supporter stewardship or digital fundraising campaigns.
3. Experience of line management or supporting the skills and development of colleagues, volunteers or interns.
CFAB exists to ensure that every child in the UK has the right to care, protection and family life, no matter where they come from.



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We Are Hiring – Union Advisor
We are seeking a dedicated and student-focused individual to join our Advice Team as a Union Advisor. In this role, you will play a key part in advocating for and supporting students, ensuring they receive the guidance and representation they need on a range of issues, including academic, housing and wellbeing. Full training will be provided.
Working at the Union offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact on the student experience. We provide a range of benefits, including:
28 days of annual leave, plus concessionary days and bank holidays
Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time
Monthly breakfast mornings
A supportive and collaborative work environment
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you. Find out more and apply here:
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The Personal Assistant works closely with the Bishop, delivering trusted and confidential support while helping to ensure the smooth and effective running of the Bishop's ministry and office. The successful candidate will act as the first point of contact for clergy, parish officers, and visitors, modelling a culture of warmth and hospitality. They will work alongside a committed and cohesive team to support the Bishop's ministry and the efficient running of the Bishop's office and household.
This key role requires a highly organised, proactive, and discreet individual who can strategically manage a demanding schedule, coordinate key events, and handle a wide range of administrative and logistical tasks. The ideal candidate will also be an effective communicator, possess excellent interpersonal skills, a high level of integrity, proactive administrative skills and a strong commitment to supporting the mission of the diocese.
This role could be suitable as a job share, so please indicate the amount of hours you may like to work within your application.
Closing date for applications is 24 August 2026.
Interviews will be held on 08 September 2026.
The Church of England’s vocation is and always has been to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ afresh in each generation to the people of England.


