Volunteering support officer jobs
HR Officer
Grade 3 (29,340 – 32,430 FTE)
12 months (with possibility of extension)
21 hours per week
This is a great opportunity for an efficient, thoughtful person with a good eye for detail to get hands-on experience of HR practice and processes. We’re a medium sized charity with big ambition for older people in East London. To find out more about our services and our strategy please visit our website.
Background to the role
Our Head of People is currently on Maternity leave until February 2027. During this period, we are strengthening the People function and are seeking an HR Officer to support the interim Head of People to deliver effective support while we align our staff and volunteering processes; this role will support both areas with a focus on HR.
Our Operations Coordinator carries out staff recruitment, onboarding and offboarding work. The HR Officer may help with this from time to time, but it won’t be a substantive part of the job.
Job Purpose
Support the Head of People to deliver the charity’s HR and Volunteering functions (People) in line with the organisation’s values and EDI objectives.
This will include improving our ‘People’ processes and increasing the overall efficiency of this area of the organisation.
Equity Diversity and Inclusion
At Age UK East London we are committed to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), we recognise it as central both to our service delivery and to 'our people'. We want to build a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels that they belong. We are aiming for a staff team that, at every level, reflects the profile of our local community and for this reason particularly welcome applications from people who live in East London, disabled people and people from the Global Majority.
Key Tasks
People support
Work with the Head of People to:
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Respond to HR-related queries from across the organisation, escalating as necessary.
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Maintain and update the staff handbook, policies, and procedures ensuring they remain accurate and compliant.
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Support the implementation of Learning and Development (L&D) initiatives, including by booking internal/external training sessions and maintaining training records and mandatory training compliance.
HR administration
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Draft and issue job offers, contracts and contract variations.
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Maintain accurate employee records within Sage HR
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Manage changes to employment including hours, pay, role and line manager updates.
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Manage employee benefits such as Employee Assistance Programme and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
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Monitor completion of staff reviews and appraisals
Absence management
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Monitor sickness absence and ensure return‑to‑work documentation is completed.
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Maintain accurate annual leave records.
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Arrange Occupational Health assessments and ensure reports are received and shared as appropriate.
Employee relations administration
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Maintain records of cases including grievances, disciplinaries, and investigations.
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Take minutes in HR meetings.
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Prepare letters, documentation and follow‑up actions relating to HR casework
Volunteering
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Work with the volunteering team to improve efficiency and help align volunteering processes with HR practices where appropriate.
General
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Meet regularly with the Head of People for support and supervision
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Attend team and staff meetings, as required.
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Undertake any training required to fulfil the role.
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Undertake any other duties within the competence of the post holder as may be required from time to time for the continued smooth running of Age UK East London.
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Carry out the duties of the post in accordance with Age UK’s East London’s policies and procedures including Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, Confidentiality, Complaints, GDPR, Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults.
Functional Links
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Close working relationship is needed with the Operations Coordinator.
Person Specification
Research shows that while middle class white men tend to apply for job when they meet around 60% of the criteria, women, people from the global majority, and people from other marginalised groups that encounter systematic discrimination tend to apply only when they meet all criteria. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don’t meet every single aspect of the job description, please still apply.
A= We want to see evidence that you meet this criterion as part of your application statement (we may also test at interview).
I = We will test this at interview.
Experience
Essential:
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Of administrative work in a professional environment. A
Desirable:
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Working in a HR role. A
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Working in the voluntary sector. A
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Supporting volunteer programmes. A
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Using HR systems (preferably Sage HR). A
Knowledge & Understanding
Essential:
- Of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practice across People Functions. A
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Of data protection. A
Desirable:
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Knowledge and understanding of UK employment law. A
Skills/ Attributes
Essential:
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Excellent verbal and written communication. A
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Ability to collect and analyse data. A
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Intermediate IT skills including using of Microsoft excel, word, outlook and teams. I
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Empathetic, with a strong commitment to employee and volunteer well-being. I
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Can demonstrate AUKEL values (accountable, kind, flexible, inclusive, collaborative) in the way the service is delivered. I
Additional Requirements
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This post is subject to the relevant check through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)
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Flexibility in working hours to meet organisational needs.
Employment Details
Contract type
This contracted post is for 21 hours per week (if part-time, working day pattern to be decided).We welcome application for flexible working including reduced hours and other flexible working arrangements.
Location
The post holder will be mostly based at 82 Russia Lane, Bethnal Green, E2 9LU.
Salary
Between £29,340 – 32,430 Plus 5% employer pension contribution. Organisational annual pay award pending
Salaries are based on our salary bands system. This salary range refers to the lowest and top steps of the grade. Salary will progress every year until the top salary is reached.
Holiday entitlement
25 days (pro-rata for part time) of paid holiday per year plus bank holidays. This increases after two years of service to 27 days, and then a further one day per every year of service up to a maximum of 30 days after five years of service. In addition, all employees are entitled to one day off on (or around) their Birthday.
Conditions of employment
The job offer is subject to the receipt of two satisfactory Employment References, one of which from your current or most recent employer, a DBS Check, evidence of your right to work in the UK and evidence of relevant Qualification (if applicable).
How We Value Our People
Learning and development
We are committed to supporting our staff through a variety of training, e-learning, workshop and shadowing. A training needs assessment is carried out annually. During the appraisal and reviewed during supervision. The majority of vacancies are advertised internally to encourage staff to progress their careers within the charity.
Flexible working policy
We welcome flexible working requests from day one and anyone can make as many requests as they wish to.
Family Friendly Policy
We have a competitive Family Friendly Policy which includes maternity, paternity adoption, shared parental leave, dependency and carers leave. We have an enhanced maternity and paternity pay policy based on the length of service and we offer up to one week paid dependency leave and carer leave.
Sick leave policy
We also have a competitive sick pay policy which will give you up to 4 months full pay and 4 months half pay after 4 years of service.
Death in service insurance
We have a Death in service insurance which will help your family to cope financially should something happen to you while employed with us.
Employee assistance programme
We offer an Employee Assistance programme called WeCare which includes 24/7 online GP, Get fit programme, Mental health support, Financial and legal guidance.
Duncan Robertson Award
For the outstanding contribution to the wellbeing of older people.
Cycle to work scheme
The scheme allows employees to obtain commuter bikes and cycling accessories through their employer, whilst spreading the cost over 12 months and making unbeatable savings through a tax break
Other benefits
Through Age UK National we provide the BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, the Blue Light Discount Card, access to a discount portal provided by AON and Ticket for Good.
Next Steps
How to apply
To apply, please complete the application form on our website.
Recruitment Timetable
Deadline to receive applications: 1st April 2026 at Midnight
Interviews: 10th April 2026 in-person.
Have any questions? If you want to find out more about the recruitment process or the role, please contact our HR department using the email on our website.
As our new HR Officer, you’ll join a dedicated, ambitious and friendly team soon to be five strong. We may be small, but our aspirations are anything but and we challenge ourselves to deliver excellence in everything we do.
In this role, you’ll work closely with managers across the organisation, building trusted relationships and helping us manage our most important asset: our people. You’ll take on a broad portfolio from employee relations and policy development to payroll, recruitment support, and organisational development projects. And importantly, you’ll have real scope to innovate, influence improvements and challenge the status quo.
The RCR is a unique organisation: part membership body, part charity, and deeply connected to our community of members doctors across the UK who volunteer their time as Contributors. We’ve grown rapidly over the past five years, and with bold plans ahead, there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of our journey.
What you’ll be doing:
Operational HR Delivery
- Providing professional advice on HR policies, performance, grievance and disciplinary matters
- Keeping our HR systems and employee records accurate and up to date
- Designing and delivering key HR processes, including objective setting, pay letters and contract changes
- Managing the monthly payroll process accurately and confidently
- Supporting diversity & inclusion, wellbeing, learning and development initiatives
Partnering & Employee Relations
- Coaching and supporting managers across the business
- Supporting employee relations cases professionally and sensitively
- Building trusted relationships with teams to stay close to people priorities
Projects & Reporting
- Producing HR metrics and reports to help shape decision making
- Managing elements of our culture, change and organisational development projects
- Coordinating staff surveys and our Manager 360 Feedback programme
Recruitment & Onboarding
- Supporting the full recruitment cycle — adverts, screening, interviews and offers
- Ensuring new starters receive a warm, well-planned induction
What you’ll need:
- A confident HR practitioner with Level 3 CIPD (or equivalent experience)
- Skilled at advising managers and building strong professional relationships
- Analytical, detail-focused and comfortable working with both qualitative and quantitative data
- Ability to balance competing priorities and use your initiative
- A collaborative team player who takes pride in doing things well
- Passionate about great employee experience and committed to confidentiality, equality and continuous learning
With around 140 talented staff and an ever-evolving organisational landscape, we’re passionate about creating an exceptional place to work. Everything we do supports a clear purpose we’re proud of: to improve imaging and cancer care for all.
Why join us
- Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and the specialities they work in every day!
- Hybrid working (60% working week can be done remotely)
- Modern working environment
- Equipment provided to work from home
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Excellent pension scheme
- Interest free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
RSPCA Little Valley Animal Shelter is seeking an exceptional Chief Executive Officer to guide us through an exciting period of growth, transformation and renewed strategic ambition.
At Little Valley, our purpose is clear: to promote kindness, prevent cruelty, and provide outstanding welfare for the animals who rely on us. Our next Chief Executive Officer will inspire staff and volunteers, strengthen community partnerships, and lead with clarity, compassion and courage.
About the role
Our team is united by our compassion, collaboration, integrity, excellence and deep connection to our community - values that guide every decision we make. We are looking for a Chief Executive Officer who will champion these values in everything they do.
We are in a pivotal moment of investment and cultural renewal, with major developments underway - including improved facilities, modernisation of systems, strategic income growth and strengthened community engagement. This is your opportunity to lead an ambitious and much‑loved charity into its next chapter.
Key Responsibilities
(Full Job Description and Person Specification attached.)
- Lead the organisation’s strategic direction, ensuring alignment with our mission, values and long‑term goals.
- Drive high‑quality, compassionate animal welfare services across all operational areas.
- Provide visible, empathetic leadership that supports a positive culture for staff and volunteers.
- Ensure strong financial stewardship, diversifying income and securing long‑term sustainability.
- Strengthen partnerships, community profile and external relationships across the region.
- Champion innovation, operational excellence and continuous improvement at every level.
About You
You’ll bring proven senior leadership experience, exceptional communication skills, strong financial and governance capability, and the emotional intelligence needed to lead a complex and values‑driven organisation. Above all, you’ll bring a genuine passion for animal welfare and a commitment to ensuring values remain at the heart of everything we do.
Why join us?
As our Chief Executive Officer, you will lead a dedicated team, steward an organisation with strong foundations, and be at the forefront of shaping a more compassionate future for animals across Devon. This is more than a leadership role - it’s a chance to create lasting impact.
How to apply
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement (maximum two pages) outlining how your experience, leadership and values make you the right person to become our next Chief Executive Officer.
Application deadline: Tuesday 7 April, 5pm
We encourage applications from leaders who are motivated by purpose, committed to impact and inspired by the opportunity to shape the future of Little Valley Animal Shelter.
#Chief Executive Officer #Chief Executive #CEO #Chief Executive Officer
Our mission is to offer compassionate care and facilitate the rehabilitation and rehoming of animals across Devon.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Team: Brand & Marketing
Location: Remotely in the UK, some travel
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £32,813.57 per annum
Contract: Permanent
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate volunteers, employees 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 Celebrity & Influencer Relationship Officer:
- The role of Celebrity and Influencer Relationship Officer will support us to deliver our Brand & Marketing 10-year vision which supports the overall organisational goals of enhancing cat welfare and increasing our impact, supporting volunteering to become an exemplary voluntary organisation, deepening our engagement with customers and supporters and enabling vital income generation activity to support financial sustainability.
- Acting as a key contact for all of our celebrities and influencers, this role is responsible for supporting the delivery of our strategy in this channel. The role works cross organisationally to support teams with celebrity and influencer activity to drive awareness of and engagement with different areas of our work and products.
- The role will also support the development of partnerships with digital creators across social and streaming platforms, helping Cats Protection reach younger and more diverse audiences.
About the Brand & Marketing team:
- We sit within the Marketing & Income Generation directorate
- The Brand and Marketing team are responsible for delivering our vision for Cats Protection to be seen as the leading cat charity known for its innovative, effective approach and positive impact on society.
- We currently have a team of 29 employees
What we’re looking for in our Celebrity & Influencer Relationship Officer:
- Have experience working directly with celebrities, influencers, or in talent management within the nonprofit, media, or entertainment sectors.
- Experience of nurturing relationships to drive high impact and maximum value for the organisation and to build lasting and meaningful connections
- Experience of identifying, researching, undertaking due diligence and targeting appropriate influencers and high-profile individuals, publicists and agents, digital creators streamers and gaming communities across platforms such as Twitch, YouTube, TikTok Live and Discord
- Experience of pitching appropriate campaigns and projects to celebrities and influencers to secure their support and to be responsible for producing and distributing online and offline promotional material
- Experience of developing and handling a stewardship programme
- Strong understanding of social media culture, online communities and digital trends
- Knowledge of how to target and develop relevant relationships and how to leverage the fame of celebrities and influencers for the benefit of the organisation
What we can offer you:
- range of health benefits
- 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
- and much more, which you can learn about
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Application closing date: 25th March 2026
Virtual interview date: 8th April 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. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
Supporter Care Officer
Salary: £28,360
Hybrid – two days per week in our Letchworth Office
Full time (35 hours a week)
Permanent
Flexible working considered
Are you a people person with a can-do attitude? Do you have some experience of fundraising, or are you looking to start your fundraising career? We have the perfect role for you!
Join our friendly team
We are looking for someone with strong communication and relationship building skills, who will enjoy enthusing others to support our cause. Ideally you will have experience in a similar role either within the charity sector or health environment, but for the right person, relevant transferable skills and an enthusiastic approach are just as important. We encourage you to apply, even if you feel you may not meet all the criteria listed.
Our charity
MS Trust is a UK charity which brings together expertise from every angle to help everyone feel more in control of their MS, today and every day. Through trusted information and compassionate support, the training of new MS healthcare professionals, and research rooted in real experience – we're here for every MS. Every day.
The role
The Supporter Care Officer plays a vital role in ensuring our supporters and volunteers feel valued, inspired and motivated to continue their involvement with MS Trust, by delivering exceptional supporter care and stewardship. As a key member of the Events and Community Fundraising Team, you will provide essential support for third-party events and individuals fundraising within their communities, ensuring every supporter receives the guidance and encouragement they need to succeed.
What we can offer
· 25 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays, which increases with length of service to 30 days.
· Company pension with enhanced employer contribution. Salary Sacrifice scheme available.
· Death in Service benefit.
· Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
· Sick pay.
· Hybrid working.
· Employee assistance Programme
· Fantastic office location with free parking, local to town centre and train station. Good transport links to London and Cambridge.
· Learning and development policy to develop all staff.
· Cycle to work scheme, Volunteering day and Season ticket loans.
To find out more and apply
Please visit our website to download a job pack and application form (CVs will not be considered).
As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), we appreciate your time completing the form, as this allows us to keep our recruitment process fair and neutral.
Closing date: 6 April 2026 (5pm)
First Interviews: 14 & 15 April 2026
Second Interviews: 21 April 2026
We exist to give everyone living with MS the knowledge and confidence they need to feel more in control of their MS today and every day.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Operations & Administrative Officer will play a key role in supporting the effective running and growth of the charity. This is a varied, hands-on role involving operational support, fundraising, event organisation, project support and office administration. The postholder will work closely with and under the direction of the CEO.
Organisational Support
a. Provide administrative and operational support to the CEO, including preparation of reports, documents, and presentations.
b. Assist with data collection, monitoring, and reporting.
c. Support planning, coordination, and follow-up of meetings, including action tracking.
d. Research potential funding opportunities, including grants, trusts, foundations, and public funding.
e. Support the preparation and submission of funding applications and supporting documentation.
f. Assist with funder reporting, monitoring outcomes, and maintaining funding records.
g. Contribute to the development of fundraising strategies and income-generation activity.
Projects & Programme Support
a. Assist with the development and delivery of projects and programmes.
b. Support project planning, including budgets, timelines, and delivery plans.
c. Help monitor project progress and outcomes against agreed objectives.
d. Liaise with partners, suppliers, and stakeholders as required.
Events & Engagement
a. Support the planning, organisation, and delivery of charity events and activities.
b. Assist with event logistics, promotion, and coordination.
c. Support post-event evaluation and reporting.
Operations & Compliance
a.Support day-to-day operations to ensure smooth and efficient delivery.
b. Maintain records, policies, and procedures.
c. Ensure work is carried out in line with charity policies, funder requirements, and relevant regulations.
Patient Information Forum
a. Administer the PIF Tick process.
General
a. Contribute to the continuous improvement of systems and processes.
b. Carry out any other reasonable duties in line with the role and the needs of the charity.
We use
Microsoft Office Suite
Monday .com
Mail Chimp
Survey Monkey
Wix Website
Hours
Althought the hours are flexible within normal office hours, we would want the postholder to define them in advance, e.g. 3 full days a week or 5 half-days or a mixture, say, 2 full days and 2 half-days.
Person Specification
Essential
o Strong organisational and administrative skills
o Good written and oral communications
o Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
o Confident in working both independently and as part of a small team
o Competent user of Microsoft Suite
Desirable
o Experience working or volunteering in a charity or non-profit organisation
o Experience supporting funding applications or fundraising activity
o Experience supporting projects or events
o Experience with Mail Chimp and Monday .com
Applications should be submitted with a CV and a covering letter attached. Please note that applications will not be acknowledged immediately; however, applicants will be informed whether they have been shortlisted. Interviews are expected to take place in early April.
That people with ALK-positive lung cancer in the UK will thrive and live a long and fulfilling life unhindered by their disease.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
St Martins, the long standing and well respected charity supporting people out of homelessness, is looking to recruit a Chief Executive following the retirement of our current CEO.
As our new Chief Executive, you will collaborate with our dedicated teams and the Board of Trustees to drive forward the vital work of St Martins, focusing on our six key priorities:
· prevent homelessness wherever possible
· deliver effective support
· deliver sustained support
· continue to be an employer of choice
· continue to be well managed and efficient
· communicate clearly
We are looking for :
· A current CEO or Director with experience in one or more of the following fields: social housing, homelessness, social care or related fields
· Proven track record of delivering organisational strategy and managing complex change.
· Proven experience of managing complex budgets exceeding £10 million, to support the long‑term sustainability of a charity during periods of change .
· Proven experience in governance and in building productive, collaborative relationships with a Board of Trustees.
· Evidence of successful income generation through fundraising, grants, and partnerships.
· Experience of media relations (including TV and radio)
· Experience interpreting complex financial and performance data to support effective evaluation and enable sound strategic decision-making.
· Experience of effective collaborative working with partner organisations and sectors.
To maximise independent living and prevent homelessness in our community by offering a hand up – housing, support and care – to the most vulnerable.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Social Finance is an ambitious non-profit that designs, funds and scales solutions to complex social problems. Our vision is a fairer world where together we unleash the potential of people and communities. We work with governments, funders, communities and the social sector to tackle some of the most persistent challenges facing society in the UK.
Our multidisciplinary team brings together experience from the public, private and charity sectors. We are known for our collaborative and intellectually curious culture and for delivering systems change, improving how entire systems operate so they produce better, lasting outcomes.
One of our most significant initiatives is IPS Grow, which supports the national expansion of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) employment services across England. IPS is an evidence-based approach that helps people experiencing severe mental illness, addiction and other health challenges find and sustain competitive employment with tailored support.
IPS Grow works with commissioners, healthcare providers and delivery partners to expand high-quality IPS services, improve quality and learning across the system, and ensure the data and evidence behind IPS continue to demonstrate its impact. Scaling IPS has been a priority for Social Finance since 2015 and continues to be an integral part of our work today.
With IPS Grow transitioning from a fast‑growing initiative to a mature organisation with expanding reach and influence, we are now looking for an experienced Chief Operating Officer to join the IPS Grow and Social Finance Senior Leadership Team.
The COO will provide strategic leadership across IPS Grow’s operational infrastructure, ensuring the organisation has the systems, processes and capabilities required to deliver impact at scale. You will strengthen financial oversight, resource planning and risk management while helping develop IPS Grow’s data and digital capability. The role will also help shape the organisational structures and culture needed to support sustainable growth.
We are looking for a senior operational leader with experience in finance and the non-profit or publicly funded sectors, ideally with a track record of helping organisations scale. You will bring strong financial literacy, sound strategic judgement and the ability to build effective operational frameworks in complex environments.
You will be a collaborative partner across IPS Grow and the wider Social Finance organisation, building trusted relationships, bringing clarity to operational challenges and fostering a strong “one team” culture across a distributed team.
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the next phase of IPS Grow’s development. If this resonates with you, we would be delighted to hear from you.
To download a full copy of the candidate brief and learn more about the role, please click the ‘Apply’ button, where you will be redirected to the website of our recruitment partner, Tall Roots.
Applications should include a CV and covering letter responding to the following questions:
- What is motivating you to become our new Chief Operating Officer for IPS Grow? (200 words)
- Given what you have read about us so far, what do you believe would make an effective Chief Operating Officer for IPS Grow? (200 words)
- Please describe your experience ensuring an organisation had the right systems, processes or capabilities in place to use data effectively. What was your role and what difference did this make? (250 words)
- Please tell us about a time when you built strong partnerships across teams or organisations to deliver a shared goal. What approach did you take and what was the outcome? (250 words)
About us
Join our team at the MPS Society, one of the leading rare genetic disease charities in the UK aiming to transform the lives of individuals and their families affected by MPS, Fabry and other related lysosomal diseases. This is a rare opportunity to join our Support & Communities teams who provide direct support, practical guidance and other patient focused activities to over 1500 members and their families, UK-wide.
Our Support Team raise awareness both within the MPS community and external agencies, offering information, advice, support, and advocacy in a range of areas including clinical management, health and social care, housing, education, transition, independent living, palliative care, and bereavement.
Ideal candidate
As a Senior Support Officer, you will primarily be responsible for raising awareness and providing a high-quality support and advocacy service to our members and their families. You will be a relationship builder who cares about the community we serve and ensures that the individual (or family) remains at the centre of support. You will have experience in multi-agency working and an in-depth understanding of the needs of those with disabilities, their families and carers. Demonstrable experience and knowledge of health and social care, education and relevant assessment processes are essential.
As deputy safeguarding lead officer for both shildren and vulnerable adults you will take the lead in the absence of the safeguarding leads and be confident sharing your knowledge with new recruits through mentoring.
You will have excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to uphold best practice, challenge poor policy and inappropriate decisions. Excellent IT skills and the ability to plan, prioritise and deliver to tight timescales are essential. You will be self-motivated and highly organised, juggling many strands of work.
As part of a small, dedicated team, you will have a positive attitude and a willingness to work collaboratively with your colleagues and external parties to raise awareness, advocate for our membership, as well as supporting the delivery and development of services for the MPS Society community.
Whilst a relevant qualification within health & social care, education or a related field is desirable, other knowledge and work experiences may be equally as valuable in this role. Prior knowledge of MPS and related conditions is not required however a special interest in neurology and working with individuals with neurological disabilities is advantageous. In-depth support and training to develop expertise in MPS and related conditions, and the needs of those affected by these progressive, life-limiting conditions will be provided.
What we can offer you
Join us and you will be working for a caring charity offering:
- A competitive salary
- Generous annual leave of 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time hours)
- Extra leave between Christmas and the New Year
- Pension
- Life assurance (subject to the conditions of the scheme)
- Employee assistance programme offering support 24/7
Further information
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the UK.
This is a full-time role (35 hrs per week) however part time hours, with a minimum of 28 hrs per week may be agreed for the right candidate. Salary will be pro-rata for part-time.
The main duties, responsibilities and essential requirements of this role can be viewed on the attached job description.
This is an essential car user post. The applicant must hold a current UK driver’s licence, with no more than 6 points, have access to a car and be able and willing to drive UK wide as required.
This role is offered on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in our Amersham office each week. As part of the role, UK wide travel is necessary. This may on occasion include early morning and/or evening working and sometimes overnight stays. You may also occasionally be required to attend evening or weekend conferences and events. We have policies in place to ensure that any unsociable hours worked are fairly compensated.
We encourage candidates to visit the MPS Society website to learn more about us and the community we serve. Alternatively, if you would like an informal chat about the role or the work of the MPS Society, please contact Bethanie Pentecost.
Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)
The MPS Society is a charity that provides a range of care, support and activities for children and adults at risk throughout the UK. This is provided through our dedicated support and advocacy service, telephone helpline, clinical research, online activities and forums, annual events, patient expert meetings, focus groups and conferences. MPS staff, trustees and volunteers may be asked to be involved in the delivery of its regulated services and activities.
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Due to the sensitive nature of the duties undertaking, the post holder will be expected to undertake a DBS check as part of the recruitment process and for this to be reviewed on a regular basis.
Next steps:
Applications: Please provide your CV and a supporting statement (maximum 750 words) outlining your understanding of how rare, complex and progressive conditions such as Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), including their neurological impacts, can affect individuals and families across the life course. In your response, please describe the experience, skills and approaches you have developed that would support you to carry out the Senior Support Officer role, including (where relevant) supporting people with complex needs, working across health, education and social care systems, and providing advice, advocacy or casework support.
Kindly note, applications received without a supporting statement will not be considered.
Closing Date: Whilst we have an initial closing date of 20th March, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview and assessment.
1st interviews: Initial virtual interviews will be held end March/early April.
2nd interviews: Final face-to-face interviews and assessments will be held on 16th & 17th April at MPS House, Amersham.
To transform lives through specialist knowledge, support and advocacy, and research.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our Aims
The Urban Partnership Group (UPG) is a community and regeneration organization situated in West London offering a wide range of activities at its bases at the Masbro Centre, Edward Woods Community Centre, Masbro Brook Green, and Flora Gardens Family Centre projects managed include those for older people, youth, children center services, volunteering and community champions. Through these projects UPG hopes to enhance the health, wealth and well-being of the centers’ users.
Role
To be responsible for the day-to-day provision of an efficient, welcoming and professional reception and administrative/business support service to the Masbro Community Centre.
The applicant will be the first person a visitor, client or customer meets or speaks to face to face or on the phone. The applicant will need to have a good rapport with people and make them feel welcome and at ease. UPG deliver a range different activities a week with a footfall of over 500 people a week.
Supporting providers and users of the Community Centre.
Duties and Responsibilities
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As the receptionist and administrator, ensuring all users and visitors are dealt with promptly, professionally and courteously.
- Provide a warm, supportive and nurturing front-of-house presence, building positive relationships with service users, tenants, volunteers and partners.
- Develop and maintain effective clerical and administrative systems in line with UPG policies and procedures, reviewing and improving systems where necessary.
- Carry out general administrative duties including (but not limited to):
- Managing incoming and outgoing post
- Responding to written and verbal enquiries
- Coordinating bookings for workshops and classes
- Processing invoices and supporting basic financial record-keeping
- Assisting with room and hall hire bookings and issuing hire agreements
- Attending and minuting meetings as required
- Undertaking follow-up actions where necessary
- Assist with the reporting and monitoring of repair and maintenance issues and liaise with contractors where appropriate, escalating concerns to the Centre Manager / CEO.
- Support the scheduling of events, activities and services, including providing accurate information and assisting with room set-up and clear-down when required.
- Maintain clear and accurate records of Centre usage, including visitor logs, attendance registers and staff whereabouts for emergency purposes.
- Work collaboratively with reception and administrative colleagues across all UPG sites to ensure consistent systems, shared best practice and coordinated cover arrangements where required.
- Develop and maintain links with borough-wide support services to ensure effective signposting for residents and organisations.
- Undertake student enrolment, inductions, DBS checks and other relevant compliance procedures for volunteers, staff and external groups, ensuring records are securely maintained.
- Support the promotion and publicity of the Centre, including updating noticeboards, digital displays, website content and social media platforms in collaboration with the Family Services and Performance Manager and colleagues at other sites.
- Assist in gathering data and basic monitoring information required for reports to funders and stakeholders.
- Support room inspections and ensure spaces are prepared to a high standard before and after use.
- Promote a culture of inclusion, respect and community cohesion, demonstrating empathy and sensitivity when supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Work at all times in accordance with UPG policies, particularly regarding equal opportunities, safeguarding, health and safety, risk assessments and confidentiality.
- Assist with fire drills, emergency procedures, risk assessments and compliance monitoring.
- Demonstrate commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of work.
- Provide occasional administrative support to senior management, including diary coordination and document preparation where required.
- Undertake any other duties as directed by the CEO or Line Manager that contribute to achieving UPG’s aims and objectives.
Please see the attached Person Specification.
Wimbledon Guild is a community charity in Merton offering practical help and support so that people never have to face life’s challenges alone. Whether money’s tight, someone is feeling low or overwhelmed, or they’re looking for new friends and activities locally, we’re always here.
We support more than 4,000 people across our borough every year through a range of innovative services that we continue to develop in response to changing needs.
As Head of Communications and Fundraising, you will be a key member of the Senior Management Team, leading on raising the profile of Wimbledon Guild and driving income through diverse fundraising streams.
You will be responsible for providing clear, professional direction and leadership of Wimbledon Guild’s fundraising, volunteering and communications activities.
The role offers huge personal satisfaction and the opportunity to work with a talented, friendly team, as part of a supportive and collaborative organisation.
Wimbledon Guild is a community charity in Merton offering practical help and support, so you’ll never have to face life’s challenges alone.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join a charity rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission and play a central role in our senior leadership team.
This is a rare opportunity to use your finance and people leadership expertise to help shape the future of a well-established, values-driven organisation.
Shared Lives South West delivers long-term and short break care and support across Devon, Cornwall and Somerset, enabling people to live fulfilling lives within family homes and communities. We are proud of the quality of our work and the positive, relational culture we have built as an organisation, and we are ambitious about what comes next.
As Deputy Chief Executive, you will join our senior leadership team in a pivotal organisation-wide role leading finance, people and core business functions. Working closely with the Chief Executive and Leadership Team, you will help strengthen financial stewardship, support a thriving and sustainable people culture, and ensure the organisation remains resilient, well-governed and effective.
This is a broad and influential leadership role offering both strategic responsibility and meaningful organisational impact. You will contribute to long-term planning and decision-making, provide leadership depth and continuity, and deputise for the Chief Executive when required.
We are looking for an experienced senior leader with strong organisational finance expertise and a good understanding of people leadership and workforce practice. You may come from the charity, public or wider values-led sector, and you will bring a collaborative, grounded leadership style alongside professional rigour.
For the right candidate, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant contribution to an already high-performing organisation while continuing to grow your own leadership portfolio in a supportive and purpose-driven environment.
For full details and to apply please see Applicant Pack attached.
Other organisations may refer to roles like this as Deputy CEO, Chief Operating Officer (COO), Finance Director, Director of Finance and Operations, or Executive Director of Corporate Services.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Furnishing Futures is a charity that creates beautiful healing homes for women and children who have escaped domestic abuse, and been given empty social housing, using unwanted furniture from the interiors industry. We are looking for a Senior Specialist Support Worker, to provide maternity cover for 12 months managing our specialist support service and providing focussed support to beneficiaries.
Our specialist support team works alongside our home designers to provide advice and support on a range of issues to help alleviate social isolation for survivors, as well as facilitating women’s groups and managing relationships with referral partners.
We are looking for someone with experience supporting vulnerable people with complex needs from a wide variety of backgrounds, and an understanding of the impact of deprivation, discrimination and domestic abuse on individuals, families and communities. Based in Leyton you will be managing a small team and helping the charity develop its service across London.
We support women and children placed in empty social housing after escaping domestic abuse by giving them holistic support and furnishing their homes.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Vacancy: Day Care Officer – Age UK Camden Day Care Centres
Are you passionate about supporting older people and making a meaningful difference every day? At Age UK Camden, we believe in kindness, courage, justice and hope, and we are looking for compassionate individuals to join our Day Care Centre teams.
Current Opportunities
Role 1: Day Care Officer (Permanent, Part-Time – Kings Cross)
25 hours per week (5 × 5-hour shifts), Monday–Friday
Salary: £19,240 per annum (pro-rata based on £26,936 for a 35-hour contract including London Weighting)
Role 2: Day Care Officer (Permanent, Part-Time – Hampstead)
25 hours per week (5 × 5-hour shifts), Monday–Friday
Salary: £19,240 per annum (pro-rata based on £26,936 for a 35-hour contract including London Weighting)
Role 3: Day Care Officer (Fixed-Term Maternity Cover, Part-Time – Kings Cross)
15 hours per week (3 × 5-hour shifts), Wednesday–Friday
Salary: £11,544 per annum (pro-rata based on £26,936 for a 35-hour contract including London Weighting)
About the Role
Our Day Care Centres – Great Croft (Kings Cross) and Henderson Court (Hampstead) – support older people with complex needs, including those living with dementia.
As a Day Care Officer you will:
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Support group activities such as arts, music, quizzes and gentle exercise
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Assist with personal care and mobility
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Support clients living with dementia using person-centred approaches
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Help with daily centre activities including serving meals and preparing activity spaces
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Build positive relationships with clients, families and colleagues
About You
We are looking for people who are:
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Friendly, caring and empathetic
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Reliable and flexible team players
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Good communicators who enjoy working with older people
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Patient, calm and supportive
No formal experience is required as full training will be provided.
Staff may occasionally be required to work across both centres, so the ability to travel to Kings Cross and Hampstead is essential.
How to Apply
To apply, please complete the attached application forms.
Please indicate which role(s) you are applying for.
Why Age UK Camden?
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London Living Wage Employer
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Pension scheme with employer contributions
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Blue Light Card discounts
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Health cash plan
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Training and development opportunities
Join our team and help make a real difference to the lives of older people in Camden.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer
Bowel Cancer UK is the UK’s leading bowel cancer charity. We’re determined to save lives and improve the quality of life of everyone affected by bowel cancer. We support and fund targeted research, provide expert information and support to patients and their families, educate the public and professionals about the disease and campaign for early diagnosis and access to best treatment and care.
We currently have employees working across four nations in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Thanks to the generosity of our community, we’re in a privileged position to be able to deliver our ambitious new strategy, On a Mission. There are huge challenges facing bowel cancer patients across the UK and our community needs us now more than ever. We’re building a strong and united team to bring us closer to a world where nobody dies of bowel cancer.
Job Summary
We’re looking for an ambitious and energetic Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer to join our small but mighty Partnerships and Philanthropy fundraising team. The team is made up of eight fundraisers focusing on securing high-value gifts with big impact, both from companies and from trusts and foundations.
Our perfect candidate will have experience in account management and/or new business, either within the charity or corporate sectors. We’re looking for someone with the confidence in securing, growing and managing a diverse fundraising portfolio. We want you to manage and land win-win partnerships that will make the biggest difference.
You’ll be a proactive self-starter with creative flair who has strong attention to detail and excellent account management, relationship building, pitching and writing skills. Success in the role will be measured through income targets, partnership satisfaction and engagement levels, renewal rates and contribution to long-term strategic goals.
In this job, you’ll work closely with the Senior Strategic Partnerships Manager, Corporate Partnerships Manager and wider corporate partnerships team to deliver excellent account management and driving renewals and growth, by providing our partners with an inspiring supporter experience. You’ll also have a new business target, to seek and secure innovative new partnerships with high-value companies. Your portfolio may include Charity-of-the-Year collaborations, nationwide campaign-based partnerships, multi-year partnerships with pharmaceutical companies, sponsorship and Cause Related Marketing (CRM) opportunities.
You'll be joining us on our ambitious and exciting journey, to win more of and grow our strategic, high-value partnerships. You’ll be instrumental in helping our team to reach our ambitious fundraising targets and ultimately improve the lives of everyone affected by bowel cancer.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and at Bowel Cancer UK we are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Successful candidates may be subject to either a satisfactory basic, standard or enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) dependent upon the role.
We’re the UK’s leading bowel cancer charity. We’re determined to save lives and improve the quality of life of everyone affected by bowel cancer.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


