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The Difference is an education charity, founded to change the story on lost learning. Our vision is to see lost learning falling nationally by 2030 and for schools to be better equipped to support all children, particularly those most vulnerable.

We are a small, growing charity delivering many school leadership programmes, with a growing research and policy arm. We have had excellent early impact but there is work ahead to capture this, share learning with schools and policy-makers, and campaign to lower exclusions across England.

The Role
This is an exciting time to join The Difference as we increase our impact, reach more schools, and develop our influencing strategy. As Head of Policy and Public Affairs you will: 
 

Design and execute an impactful influencing plan 

• Design an influencing plan - Identify via horizon scanning opportunities to influence national policy using open policy windows, or by nudging/creating new ones. 

• Execute an influencing plan - Utilise own assets and assets across the organisation, including the Director team, to deliver against the influencing plan.

• Relationship building - Build highly credible and impactful relationships with a variety of stakeholders who hold power. This will include policy makers in national governments, local government officials, politicians, other third sector organisations and think tanks. 

• Leadership - Play a significant role internally and externally in communicating the organisation’s policy position, raising organisational and own brand.

Build policy capacity and credibility across the organisation

• Policy positions and solutions- Use the concepts, work and experience of The Difference’s programmes to develop new, and refine existing, national policy positions to shift incentives. 

• Thought leadership - Be the organisation’s education policy and political expert. 

• Generating income - Use own and team’s expertise and credibility to generate income via speaking engagements and consultancy to support the organisation’s financial sustainability. 

Person Specification

Essential – We are looking for someone with the following knowledge, experience and skills, though you may be stronger in some areas than others:
 

• Deep expertise in education policy, particularly on the topic of lost learning and the various policy and political debates, including areas of controversy, surrounding this policy topic. 

• Strategic thinker with a proven track record in identifying policy windows and designing activities that lead to meaningful national policy change. 

• Excellent relationship builder, who brings with them their own network of influential stakeholders and has a plan for building new relationships. Adept at navigating tricky situations and explaining complex, sometimes difficult, messages.

• Expert convener with a strong knowledge of the education sector, including which schools, trusts and local authorities are influential and experience in bringing a variety of perspectives together to generate consensus. 

• Persuasive and clear writing style for publication, including reports, press, blogs and ghost writing for members of the senior leadership team, often based on consensus positions, and designed to communicate key messages for impact. 

• Confidence and credibility in communicating nuanced messages in a contentious landscape, in writing, verbally and in public (e.g. on panels), to raise the profile of The Difference. 

• Strong project manager who can design systems and processes to keep self, team and other stakeholders on task and on time. Experience of designing programmes of work and monitoring their effectiveness. Flexible project management style that can adapt to a changing environment. Confidence in managing a variety of stakeholders and supporting them to deliver on time. 

Desired – You are more likely to be successful in your application if you have one or more of the following: 

• Familiarity with The Difference’s programmatic work, theory and practice. 

• Lived experience or insight into the school experiences of marginalised young people (e.g. those with experience of the care system, mental ill health, special educational needs, exclusion, and racism).

We know that some people, especially those from marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply unless they meet every listed requirement. If this role excites you and you believe you could make a strong contribution, we warmly encourage you to apply. 

We actively welcome applications from people whose backgrounds are under-represented in the charity sector, including but not limited to: people from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, people with experience in the case system, non-graduates and first-in-family graduates.

About Smile Train 

Smile Train is changing the world one smile at a time. Our goal is to transform every person's life impacted by a cleft lip or palate. We train and support doctors and medical professionals to provide our beneficiaries with free, life-changing comprehensive cleft treatment. Our sustainable model has allowed us to reach 1.5 million children in 90+ countries, and we’re just starting. We are truly changing the world one smile at a time.

Smile Train is looking for exceptional people to join a worldwide team of dedicated, passionate professionals. Our team is creative and highly motivated individuals working to make a positive impact. Join us!

Role Summary:

We are looking for a highly-skilled Philanthropy Manager to create impact through building and growing our high-value donor programme. You will effectively manage a portfolio of high-capacity individual donors and prospects, with the goal of securing five- and six-figure gifts and will proactively engage donors and prospects through strategic outreach, personalized stewardship, and compelling solicitations. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated relationship builder who thrives in a fast-paced, vision-driven environment.

This is a full-time, hybrid opportunity starting as soon as possible. Ability to travel, when necessary, for donor visits and organizational events is required.

Reports To: UK Fundraising Director

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and execute cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for a portfolio of approximately 130 mid-level and major donors and prospects with the capacity to make 5- and low 6-figure annual gifts (bigger gifts would fall to UK Fundraising Director)
• Effectively complete the moves management process and engage a portfolio of donors through meaningful connections including phone calls, personalized emails and mailings, face-to-face meetings, and other communications.
• Create a plan for each donor to serve as the annual engagement plan, effectively and, in a timely manner, execute that plan to retain and upgrade donors, and document all activities in Moves Management and/or Tasks in the database.
• Prepare and personalize correspondence and fundraising materials, including donor stewardship and impact reports, funding proposals, briefing memos, and acknowledgment letters as appropriate.
• Provide recommendations and assist in executing effective strategies to practice moves management and increase fundraising results.
• Assist the UK Director with developing projects that will enhance the philanthropy programme of the Development Department and support developing strategy briefs and leading preparation meetings.
• Help produce cultivation and stewardship programs for prospects and mid-level and major donors.
• Organise events for major donors and prospects.
• Complete research on major donors and prospects within data compliance requirements.
• Complete administrative tasks for the philanthropy programme.
• Other duties as appropriate for this role.

Essential functions:

Sitting

Supervisory responsibilities: None

Required Education and Experience:

• 5+ years of relevant experience with exposure to major gift donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship processes preferred.
• A proven history of generating income in the £100,000’s and securing gifts of £25,000 or more.
• Demonstrated success in developing substantive donor relationships and in coordinating with senior management and program staff to execute donor engagement strategies.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with both management and donors.
• Extremely detail-oriented with strong organisational and time management skills.
• Able to take ownership of a process and to use problem solving skills to resolve issues.
• Able to make sound decisions based on analysis, experience, and judgment.
• Able to function both independently and as part of a global team.
• Familiar with the MS Office and donor management systems. Knowledge of Salesforce preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, although an equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for this required level of education.

Accountability Expectations: 

• Ownership of Outcomes: Take full responsibility for one’s own performance, ensuring alignment with Smile Train’s mission and objectives.

• Transparent Communication: Communicate openly and effectively with team members, fostering trust and a shared understanding of expectations and priorities. 

• Emotional Intelligence: Demonstrate empathy, understanding, and cultural sensitivity to contribute to an inclusive and supportive team environment.

• Empowerment: Effectively communicate with supervisors to ensure you are equipped with the resources, guidance, and autonomy you need to excel in your role 

• Team Cohesion: Contribute to a culture of collaboration, mutual respect, and shared accountability, helping the team to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment 

Compensation Range: £45-£47K

Travel: Ability to travel, when necessary, for donor visits and organizational events is required

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, obligations, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

Application Information:

Smile Train is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We strongly encourage candidates from all groups and communities to apply. To apply, please complete the application online. Include your CV, and a cover letter that describes why you believe you would be a good fit for Smile Train and this role. We encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.

The Partnerships and Business Development Manager is responsible for securing and sustaining business and property support for The Fitzrovia Partnership, with a primary focus on ballot delivery and long-term levy payer engagement.

The role leads the practical management of the Camden and Westminster occupier ballots, voluntary membership, property forum and targeted engagement activity. It is delivery-focused and process-driven, ensuring that engagement activity is well planned, well recorded, and directly supports successful ballot outcomes.

Working closely with the Marketing and Communications team, the postholder ensures engagement activity is aligned with wider messaging and campaigns, while retaining clear ownership of relationships, follow-up, and conversion.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Business and Property Engagement

· Lead direct engagement with levy-paying businesses and property owners through meetings, visits, calls, and structured follow-up.

· Build and maintain strong working relationships with key decision-makers, ensuring consistent and informed dialogue.

· Develop, lead and manage engagement plans for priority occupiers and property interests, with clear objectives and outcomes.

· Act as a first point of contact for ballot-related queries and engagement issues.

Ballot Management and Delivery

· Manage the end-to-end occupier ballot process, working with the billing authority to ensure compliance with statutory requirements and deadlines for the 2027 Camden and 2028 Westminster ballots.

· Maintain detailed ballot timetables, engagement trackers, and risk logs to support back-to-back ballots.

· Coordinate internal inputs to ballot materials, ensuring engagement intelligence informs content and targeting.

Voluntary Membership

· Manage the development and delivery of a voluntary membership offer alongside statutory levy arrangements.

· Identify, engage, and convert voluntary members, tracking participation and renewals.

· Ensure voluntary members receive clear value through engagement, access, and communication.

Project Management

· Plan and deliver targeted engagement campaigns in support of ballots and priority projects.

· Manage engagement activity as structured projects, with defined milestones, actions, and reporting.

· Work closely with Marketing and Communications to align engagement activity with campaigns, while retaining ownership of delivery, follow-up, and outcomes.

· Support delivery of engagement-led projects such as property forums, briefings, and issue-based meetings.

CRM, Data and Insight

· Take ownership of CRM use for engagement, ensuring all interactions, outcomes, and next steps are accurately recorded.

· Maintain high data quality to support ballot readiness, reporting, and audit requirements.

· Produce regular engagement reports showing coverage, risks, gaps, and progress towards ballot thresholds.

· Use CRM insight to prioritise effort and guide engagement strategy.

Governance and Reporting

· Prepare clear written updates, briefings, and summaries for senior leadership, the Board, and relevant sub-groups.

· Ensure engagement activity complies with data protection and internal governance requirements.

· Support audit trails and evidence requirements associated with ballot delivery.

This role works closely with the Marketing and Communications team to ensure consistency of messaging, timing, and audience targeting. However, it remains distinct in its focus on relationship management, ballot mechanics, CRM discipline, and delivery of outcomes, rather than content creation or communications strategy.

Person Specification

Skills and Experience

· Strong and proven experience in business engagement, membership, stakeholder management, or business development in a place-based or membership organisation.

· Demonstrable experience in a commercial development role, or strong evidence of meeting conversion targets in a B2B environment (for example, membership, sponsorship, account growth, renewals, or service sales).

· Proven experience managing complex processes or campaigns with fixed deadlines.

· Strong project management skills and attention to detail.

· Experience using CRM systems to manage relationships, track activity, and produce reports.

· Ability to work closely with communications colleagues while retaining ownership of delivery and follow-up.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly for briefings and engagement reporting.

Knowledge and Understanding

· Understanding of BIDs or similar partnership organisations and the importance of ballot legitimacy.

· Awareness of how businesses and property owners engage with place-based organisations.

· Understanding of data protection and responsible handling of stakeholder information.

Personal Attributes

· Organised, persistent, and comfortable working to targets and deadlines.

· Confident and professional when dealing with senior stakeholders.

· Practical, delivery-focused, and outcomes-driven.

· Willing to learn, reflect, and continuously improve.

To apply for this role, please send a max 2-page cover letter and CV. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview (w/c 9 February 2026)

Head of Development and Communications

Job Description

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

£46,200 - £50,200 per annum FTE

The Head of Development and Communications plays a pivotal role in driving In2scienceUK’s mission to change lives by opening doors to STEM degrees and careers for young people from lower socio-economic backgrounds. 

As a senior leader, you will shape and deliver a bold, integrated development and communications strategy that brings our mission to life, tells powerful stories of change, and inspires confidence and commitment from donors, partners, and key stakeholders that unlocks new opportunities for innovation and expansion.

In this role, you will manage a small, high-performing team and oversee the creation of compelling narratives and effective engagement strategies that inspire donors, partners, alumni, and key stakeholders, supporting a resilient and diversified income portfolio.

Working closely with programme teams, you will ensure that development and communications activity amplifies the impact of existing programmes, while identifying and developing new opportunities that deliver meaningful outcomes for young people across the UK.

You will drive the development of strategic partnerships and funding relationships to expand the reach and influence of In2science’s work. Combining strategic vision with operational expertise, you will take a proactive, entrepreneurial approach to growth, shaping how the organisation connects with its audiences, builds its reputation, and communicates the impact of its work in support of long-term strategic goals.

The position allocates approxiamtely 80% of time to development and fundraisng activities and 20% to oversight of the organisations communications function.

In2scienceUK operates on a remote basis, with necessary UK-wide travel for partner and funder meetings, events, and staff co-working days. 

Direct Reports

Development Team: Development Manager, Development Officer, External Fundraising Consultancy.

Comms Team : Senior Communications Officer.

Responsibilities 

Development

Approxaimately 80% of the role will be dedicated to development and fundraising activities.

• To collaborate with the senior leadership team and trustees in setting organisational strategy and building strategic partnerships to support In2science’s vision for 2026 and beyond.

• Lead on planning, implementation and delivery of segmented fundraising and stewardship campaigns across programmes and audiences with a 2026 income target of £1.5m. 

• Lead and manage a diverse fundraising portfolio, including corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, research grants (e.g., UKRI), government funding, and individual giving.

• To lead a small but effective development team, including an external fundraising contractor to build upon our success to date to achieve funding targets and foster strategic relationships with funding and delivery partners.

• Budget and resource all aspects of development and communications, including engaging with external contractors to maximise our output and upskill our teams.

• Work closely with the Head of Operations to oversee our CRM, ensuring accurate pipeline reporting and forecasting, as well as utilising the system for tailored stewardship opportunities.

• Work closely with our programmes team to ensure that deliverables are met and in line with our mission and objectives.

• Explore opportunities for partnership to launch new programmes and initiatives, working with the Data and Impact manager to use national data to ensure we deliver the greatest possible impact to those most in need.

Communications

Approximately 20% of your role will be committed to oversight of our communication function.

• Oversee the organisation’s external communications, ensuring all messaging is on-brand, reflects our values, meets high standards, and effectively tells the story of our impact on young people.

• Oversee resourcing of the communications function, balancing 70% development and brand engagement with 30% programme-focused activity.

• Identify opportunities to maximise brand presence through strategic partnerships, policy engagement, and media activity.

• Work closely with the SMT and Trustees to respond to media, speaking, and event requests, ensuring consistent and impactful messaging.

• Ensure digital and web platforms effectively showcase our impact and support compelling storytelling.

• Manage the Senior Communications Officer to deliver campaigns that drive organisational growth and engagement with donors, partners, volunteers, and beneficiaries.

Governance

• To work with the SMT, CEO, and Trustees to ensure strong charity governance, including leading the Growth Subcommittee and preparing reports for quarterly board meetings.

• Identify organisation-wide opportunities to streamline and improve performance across the organisation.

• Working with SMT and trustees to ensure charity compliance. Including the charity commission, funding regulator, ICO.

• Identify and manage organisational/operational risk and ensure that all measures are in place to mitigate this.

As duties and responsibilities change, the job description will be reviewed and amended in consultation with the post holder. The postholder will carry out any other duties that are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the line manager. All staff must undertake all mandatory training, checks and compliance as instructed by the organisation.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Three years experience of leading a development team to generate a seven-figure annual income from a diverse range of donors, ideally in a charitable organisation.

• A passionate advocate for social mobility in STEM.

• An inspiring leader who can inspire and collaborate across the organisation to achieve our collective goals.

• Knowledge of all streams of fundraising, with direct experience in at least two of the following: corporate fundraising, trust and foundations, research grants e.g. UKRI, government grants or individual giving (incl. high-net worth donors).

• A target driven individual with a proven track record of personal six-figure income generation and achieving or exceeding personal targets.

• Excellent relationship management skills to steward existing and potential partners and donors.

• Experience of line management including developing personal development plans and setting KPIs.

• Proven experience of managing a brand, ensuring consistent and impactful communications that maximise reach amongst our target audiences.

• Superb written and verbal communication skills with the ability to persuade and influence at all levels.

• Proven experience of overseeing communication campaigns to engage new prospects across a variety of audiences.

• Evidence of efficient and accurate management of budgets and resources.

• Willingness to work flexibly and attend occasional events or meetings on evenings/weekends when required.

• Working collaboratively and supporting fostering a collegiate workplace environment.

• Upholds the values of our code of conduct and is respectful to all.

Desirable:

• Direct knowledge and/or experience of the barriers young people face in accessing STEM degrees or careers.

• Direct knowledge and/or experience of working with education organisations or STEM sector employers, incl. knowledge of current trends.

• Experience of working in collaboration with across teams to deliver new initiatives that maximise outcomes for young people and attract relevant funding.

• Evidence of delivering highly impactful events.

• Prior experience of public speaking, thought leadership and engaging with the press.

• Experience of governance in a small charitable organisation and utilising Trustees to support the organisation's goals and objectives.

Benefits: 

At In2scienceUK we practise what we preach by giving all staff opportunities to progress in their careers. You will have the opportunity to develop your career with your line manager to get you to the next level from day one. 

Although we take our career development seriously we also value work-life balance. You will have the opportunity to work flexibly from home, balancing your caring responsibilities, volunteer commitments, hobbies and anything else that makes you happy. 

You will have 28 days of annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays. 

Commitment to Safeguarding: 

In2scienceUK is committed to our responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults as outlined in Working Together to Safeguard Children. We are committed to recruiting candidates who share this commitment to safeguarding, and therefore we apply robust recruitment and selection procedures to ensure that the people selected are right for the job, and that all candidates are appropriately screened prior to appointment. 

The following pre-employment checks will be undertaken as applicable:

• References 

• DBS check and/or Overseas criminal records check where applicable

• Self-Disclosure 

• Identity check 

• Right to work in the UK 

• Evidence of qualifications applicable to the role 

• Confirmation of registration with applicable registered body where applicable 

Many of our roles involve working with children and we will therefore take up references prior to your appointment. You should provide details of referees including your current and previous employers, covering the last 5 years. Your current or previous employer will be asked about disciplinary offences relating to children, if the role involved working with children, including any in which the penalty is time expired. We will also ask if you have been the subject of any child protection concerns and if so, the outcome of any enquiry or disciplinary procedure. 

Diversity and Inclusion:

In2scienceUK is committed to being an inclusive and diverse organisation where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those who are underrepresented in STEM and the charity sector, including but not limited to people from minoritised ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds.

We recognise that talent and potential come in many forms, and we welcome applicants with different experiences, perspectives, and ways of thinking. We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and working environment, and we will make reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments, please let us know.

About the role:

This is a hands-on, people-facing role for someone who takes pride in creating spaces that really work. As our Facilities Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind safe, welcoming and well-run workplaces that allow our teams to focus on what matters most - supporting people out of homelessness. From the moment someone walks through the door of one of our offices, your work will be felt. If you’re someone who spots what needs fixing, improves things before they become problems, and enjoys being right at the heart of an organisation, this role is for you.

Based full-time at our Head Office in King’s Cross, you’ll be visible, present and involved - working on site five days a week and travelling across London to our other offices and services. No two days will look the same. One day you might be problem-solving with a manager, walking a site, or supporting a health and safety issue; the next you could be leading a refurbishment, improving how a space is used, or making sure contractors are delivering what they promised. You’ll manage a small facilities team, oversee reception services, and work closely with colleagues across Single Homeless Project (SHP) to make sure our buildings actively support the work happening inside them.

This is a role for someone who likes ownership and momentum. You’ll need to be practical, organised and confident making decisions - but also warm, approachable and collaborative. If you’re excited by the idea of being a visible leader, enjoy balancing detail with big-picture thinking, and want your work to directly enable frontline services across London, we’d love you to bring your energy, ideas and grit to SHP.

About you:

• You have hands-on facilities management experience and know how to keep buildings safe, functional and fit for purpose.
• You’re confident handling a wide range of property and technical issues, and know when to fix, escalate or bring in the right expertise.
• You hold a relevant Health & Safety qualification and are comfortable leading on compliance in busy office environments.
• You’ve procured and managed facilities contracts before and are confident holding suppliers and contractors to account.
• You’re a strong, people-focused communicator with experience managing staff and delivering a reliable, high-quality service to colleagues.

About Us:

We’re London’s leading homelessness charity – and we get things done.

In a city where hundreds are forced into homelessness every day, our work has never been more needed or more challenging. And we’re not shying away. We’re rolling up our sleeves to make change and helping over 10,000 Londoners every year. We prevent homelessness, provide safe places to live and give people the opportunity to rebuild their lives and transform their futures. And we never give up. 

We’re here for Londoners wherever they are on their journey. We start with trust, building relationships that help people feel safe, supported, and ready to move forward. Every day, we put people first in everything we do, challenging injustice and barriers that keep people from the safety, stability and opportunity they deserve. We stand alongside people as they rebuild and shape a future that feels their own. 

Joining Single Homeless Project means joining a team that’s bold, compassionate and determined to do better for the people we support and for each other. You’ll work alongside colleagues with lived experience, in a space that’s trans-inclusive, disability-friendly, and actively striving to be anti-oppressive and equitable. 

We’re not perfect, but we’re real. We listen. We learn. And we push forward, together. Because this isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to lead with empathy, spark change, and help build a London where no one is left behind.

Important info:

Closing date: Sunday 25th January at midnight

Interview date: Wednesday 4th and Thursday 5th February Online via Microsoft Teams

There will be a second stage in person at our head office in Kings Cross for progressed candidates. 

This post will require a basic DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant. 

Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be accepted or progressed. 

Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?   

Do you have experience of successful delivery of safeguarding strategies and initiatives?  

Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard through a profound commitment to safeguarding, protection and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults? 

Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.  

We have an exciting opportunity for a Designated Safeguarding Lead to join our team to Act as the expert organisational designated safeguarding lead (DSL) for all work 

covering children, young people (CYP) and adults in equal measure. Your role will be homebased but may require you to travel to locations such as hospitals and care homes nationally to meet with stakeholders; therefore, a suitable home internet connection is essential.

About us  

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.  

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.  

About you 

You will have at least 2 years’ experience of working as a Designated Safeguarding Lead with line management responsibility, developing, implementing and evaluating of CYP and Adult safeguarding policies, procedures, and training programmes, reflecting current legislation and best practices.You will also have demonstrable experience in leading, managing, influencing diverse teams on safeguarding, focusing on developing a positive culture and promoting continuous professional development. 

You should have experience in managing complex safeguarding cases, including conducting risk assessments, deciding on immediate actions, and coordinating with external agencies and key stakeholders. 

How will you make a difference? 

You will be called upon internally and/or by external bodies as a source of organisational expert knowledge. 

You will provide leadership and accountability for the advancement of safeguarding best 

practices. 

You will work resourcefully and collaboratively across agencies and adapt child protection systems to address risks in diverse social environments as part of a contextual safeguarding approach, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of young people, vulnerable groups and adults alike.

Benefits  

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time colleagues) rising to 30 days upon 5 years’ service  

5% employer pension & minimum 3% employee contribution  

Salary sacrifices pension scheme  

Separate Life Assurance Cover (equivalent of two times your annual salary)  

Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays, gym membership etc  

24/7 Employee Assistance programme  

Access to remote counselling service  

Paid Disability Leave  

Paid compassionate Leave  

Home Working Allowance   

Support with continuous professional development  

Access to Clifton Strengths Coaching for development   

Personal Development Plans  

How are staff supported to work remotely?  

VoiceAbility has a small number of offices. Employees including Team Leaders are homebased for Administration and meetings will be held online as well as in person in the relevant community.  

When you need to travel for work, expenses will be paid (mileage or public transport costs).   

VoiceAbility offers the usual regular manager one to ones, Staff forums and communities of practice depending on role. Team meetings with a mix of virtual and in person approach.  

Equality and Diversity 

VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential. 

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. 

Head of Finance
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum WTE
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Farnham/Guildford, Surrey

Are you looking for a job where you can make a real difference? At Phyllis Tuckwell, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional care to our patients and their families and carers.

We are seeking an experienced and committed finance professional to step into a key leadership role as a valued team member retires.

You will lead our Finance Team, ensuring strong financial controls, accurate reporting, effective forecasting and budgeting, and full compliance with statutory requirements.

With responsibility for the financial ledger, management of accounts, annual accounts, and the continual strengthening of financial systems, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding the charity’s resources.

As a supportive manager, you will guide the team, build positive relationships across the organisation and uphold Phyllis Tuckwell’s values in all you do.

This is an excellent opportunity for the right person to develop their career and move into a position of real influence.

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a respected, purpose-driven and much-loved organisation, we’d be delighted to hear from you

About You
A successful Head of Finance will be ACCA or CIMA qualified and have:

• Excellent financial and management accounting experience
• Knowledge of charity accounting including VAT & Charity SORP
• Proven experience of effectively leading, managing and motivating a team
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills

For more details about the role and a full list of essential skills and experience,  please refer to the job description and person specification document.

About Us
We are based in Farnham, Camberley and Guildford, and provide bespoke, compassionate palliative and end of life care for people living with an advanced or terminal illness, across West Surrey and North-East Hampshire.

Phyllis Tuckwell is a very special place to work.  Our staff make a real difference to the lives of our patients and their loved ones, providing outstanding care at a time that really matters.  Our Finance Team are pivotal in helping deliver our vital services, ensuring ‘every day is precious’ for our patients. 

The impact of our services on the lives of our patients and their families can be read about on our website. 

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, with the principles of fairness and equality at its core.  We are an equal opportunities employer, who values and respects our employees’ unique knowledge, skills and experiences.  We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community.  All appointments are made following a fair and equitable process, based on merit, job requirements and business need.  

We Offer:

Excellent Benefits

• Six weeks paid holiday plus public holidays
• Phyllis Tuckwell Group Personal Pension Plan (matched contributions up to 7.5%)
• Health Cash Plan Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff Benefit Scheme
• Blue Light Discount Card

A Great Place to Work

• Equal Opportunities employer
• Flexible hours and flexible working
• Supportive colleagues
• Development opportunities
• 97% of our staff are proud to work for Phyllis Tuckwell*

*Phyllis Tuckwell Birdsong Hospice staff survey 2023

For further information regarding the role or to arrange an informal visit please contact Mark Beale, Director of Finance and Business Development . If you are unable to apply on-line or have any questions about the recruitment process, contact HR.

Closing date for receipt of applications: 23rd January 2026
Interviews to be held Tuesday 3rd & Tuesday 10th February 2026

We reserve the right to close the role ahead of the closing date should sufficient applications be received. Your early response is therefore encouraged. Please note that we do not hold a sponsor licence and therefore are unable to provide sponsorship.
 

This post is subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service check.

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The Role

DHI is an award winning charity looking for an experienced and passionate Service Manager to lead our adult drug and alcohol treatment service in South Gloucestershire.

In this key leadership role, you'll oversee service delivery, manage a high-performing team, and work closely with partners and commissioners to continuously develop the service to support people affected by substance use. You'll ensure services are person-centred, recovery-focused, safe and effective, with significant involvement from peers and service users. You will have oversight and ensure integration with our clinical partner.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience / ability to oversee and lead both clinical and non-clinical staff / services
• Has excellent understanding of harm reduction, recovery and substance use interventions
• Can drive performance and manage risk
• Is confident working with complex client needs
• Brings resilience, flexibility, and a solution-focused mindset

A Driving licence with access to a vehicle and the willingness to use it for work travel is essential.

Desirable: Management qualification, experience in change management or service development.

Our Values

If you share DHI’s values of flexibility, stimulation, self- direction and zest for life, then we encourage you to apply.

What We Offer

· You’ll receive 26 days of paid annual leave, increasing by one additional day for each full year of service after your first year, up to a maximum of 31 days

· Company pension scheme (7% employer contribution to 3% employee)

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Charity Worker Discounts

· Cycle Scheme

· Mileage allowance of 45p per mile for work related travel (excluding to base location)

· Training and development opportunities

· Flexible working options considered

· Hybrid working available

· Signing on bonus payment of £1000

· Pay review after successful completion of a 6-month probation period

Role Overview:
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with Lesley Hynes Fundraising (LHF), a highly regarded fundraising consultancy specialising in charitable trusts and foundations. Led by founder and Managing Director Lesley Hynes, who brings over 30 years’ specialist experience, LHF works in close partnership with inspiring charities across the UK, delivering expert strategy and hands-on fundraising that creates real impact across causes including social justice, health inequalities, environmental protection and community support.

This Trusts Fundraiser role offers an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, fully remote team with a long-standing track record of delivering exceptional service to charity clients. The postholder will deliver vital trusts and foundations fundraising across a diverse range of causes, contributing to the highest standards of fundraising practice within a supportive, ambitious and growth-oriented environment that values creativity, expertise and professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to maximise trust and foundation income for client charities.
• Conduct detailed prospect research and maintain accurate records of funding opportunities.
• Prepare compelling grant applications and assist with funder reports and monitoring requirements.
• Support the organisation of events and attend external meetings with trust and foundation representatives as needed.
• Contribute to team capacity by providing expertise and additional support to colleagues.
• Maintain accurate client and fundraising data in line with GDPR and data protection legislation.
• Assist the MD in ensuring compliance with all relevant fundraising regulations.
• Keep up to date with trust landscape developments and fundraising best practices.
• Support business development activities, including website and social media updates.

Person Specification:

• Proven experience (minimum three years) in trust and foundation fundraising, ideally within small/medium charities.
• Track record of securing grants of £300,000+ annually.
• Ability to build and manage relationships with key funders and stakeholders.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Skilled in research, data management, and analytical tasks.
• Capacity to interpret complex financial and grant information.
• Organised with good time management and the ability to work independently under deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and clients.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary: £34,000-£44,000
• Location: Remote
• Contract: Permanent
• Fantastic Benefits Include: 5% employer pension, Healthcare Cash Plan, annual wellbeing budget and regular investment into training & personal development

How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.

Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

The Horton is an award-winning independent cultural venue in Epsom, Surrey hosting live performance, creative arts and events in stunning listed building. 

The venue is managed by a registered charity and opened in 2022, following a major renovation works. The Horton Gardens opened in summer 2025.

Commercial Development Lead is an exciting, brand-new role with great potential for an ambitious self-starter who can make the most of our venue's stunning spaces and heritage USP.

We are looking to recruit a highly-motivated professional to develop and deliver new commercial income streams to support The Horton’s growth and long-term sustainability.

You will be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities, with an initial focus on daytime commercial venue hire for meetings, conferences and corporate events, and securing sponsorship/ commercial partnerships to support our programming.

We are looking for a strategic thinker who excels in stakeholder management and communication, loves networking and is passionate about spreading the word about The Horton throughout Surrey and the SouthEast.

Your main base will be at The Horton but you will be spending some time out and about doing in-person outreach with businesses, partners and at trade events – so a driving license and your own vehicle are desirable.

Please download the full job description for more information and details of how to apply.

Closing date: Sunday 25th January 2026.

Supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

CEO

We are seeking an experienced and motivated leader to guide a purposeful organisation through its next chapter.

Location: Fully remote within the UK with occasional national travel
Salary: £55,000 to £65,000
Contract: Full time, permanent
Benefits: Pension, generous annual leave, Christmas closure, family leave and sickness policies available on request
Closing date: Monday 9th February

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a new CEO! Can you uphold the thoughtful shaping and delivery of an impactful charity? Do you have senior experience in a purpose-led organisation with financial and business skills you can bring? Then you might be the right person to guide this team.

This is a great opportunity to make a life-changing difference to people living with disability!

If this is something you are passionate about, then a CEO role is a great way to use your professional experience to be a nationwide change-maker.

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION

Whether it’s mobility, daily living, or hobbies and sports, the charity creates solutions that change lives. At the heart of their work is designing and building custom made equipment, tailored to each person’s unique needs.

Volunteers bring together creativity, technical skills, and problem-solving expertise, including metalwork, carpentry, electronics, computer programming, and 3D printing, to deliver solutions that can’t be found anywhere else.

IF YOU JOIN THE TEAM…

You’ll have the rare chance to take the helm of a charity with a powerful social mission and build on their proud 60-year history, stewarding them into a new era of growth. A vibrant, passionate community of innovators and problem solvers will be right there with you.

You’ll join the vision for the charity to be a place where people of all ethnicities and backgrounds feel welcomed to work, volunteer or seek help. The organisation encourages flexible working and a culture that prioritises people, wellbeing, and collaboration.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We are searching for a CEO who can help ensure REMAP remains resilient, relevant, and well-prepared to respond to emerging pressures and opportunities.

We are particularly seeking someone:

• Who will strengthen financial sustainability and income generation
• Has a proven track record of senior responsibility
• Energise and support a nationwide volunteer community – strengthening relationships between central staff and locally rooted branches

You do not need to meet every requirement to be considered. If you can demonstrate the experience, passion, and capability to lead with purpose, we encourage you to apply.

WHAT’S NEXT

If you are excited by this opportunity and ready to bring energy and expertise to a mission-driven organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Chief Executive, Executive Director, Managing Director, Head of Operations, Director of Services, Director of Strategy, Director of Programmes, Operations Director, Charity Director, Social Impact Director, Senior Leader, Development Director, Leadership Consultant, Transformation Lead, Governance and Strategy Lead  #INDNFP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a fantastic charity to recruit for a Development Manager – Corporate and Philanthropy in orderto lead on the growth of the charity corporate partnerships and philanthropic giving.

This is a high impact role for someone who thrives on building relationships, unlocking income, and thinking creatively about partnerships that go beyond traditional models. You’ll lead a talented team and play a central role in a small but dynamic fundraising department.

As a Development Manager – Corporate and Philanthropy you will:

• Lead the development and implementation of a strategic plan to significantly grow corporate income.
• Research, identify and approach potential new corporate partners with bespoke, high-quality proposals and presentations.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of high value opportunities, developing partnerships that align with companies’ CSR and employee engagement goals.
• Pitch confidently to senior stakeholders and boards, tailoring approaches to different audiences and sectors.
• Work closely with the Director of Fundraising to engage senior level supporters, trustees and major donors to open doors and secure transformational gifts.
• Oversee the stewardship of corporate supporters, ensuring they are engaged and recognised in meaningful ways.
• Support cross over opportunities where corporate leaders may also be cultivated as major donors.
• Collaborate with marketing, communications and operations colleagues to deliver creative, co-branded campaigns and impactful partnerships.

To be successful, you must have experience:

• Proven track record in securing five and six-figure corporate partnerships or comparable business development success.
• Experience writing and designing compelling partnership proposals and presentations.
• Excellent relationship management and interpersonal skills with both corporate and philanthropic audiences.
• Ability to pitch with confidence to senior level decision makers.
• Strong collaboration skills, particularly with marketing/communications teams.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and effective pipeline reporting.
• Good understanding of the charity and corporate social responsibility landscape.

Desirable

• Previous experience in line management or mentoring.
• Experience working with major donors or high-net-worth individuals.

Salary: £42,500-£46,000

Location:  London, hybrid working , 1-2 days in the office

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: on rolling basis  

Interview: TBC

Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Evaluation Manager (2 posts)

£46,000 per annum + benefits
Full-time, permanent 
Central London (hybrid working, minimum one day per week in the office​)

​Education Endowment Foundation

Our client, Education Endowment Foundation is an independent charity dedicated to breaking the link between family income and education achievement. They do this by supporting schools, nurseries and colleges to improve teaching and learning for two-to 19-year-olds through better use of evidence.​

​Roles:
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We’re looking for two Evaluation Managers to commission and oversee robust, cost-effective evaluations of promising projects, manage a portfolio of studies, and contribute to the development of methodological best practice at the heart of the EEF’s work.

As an Evaluation Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in commissioning and managing high-quality, cost-effective evaluations of EEF -funded projects. You’ll oversee a portfolio of studies from design to delivery, working closely with external evaluators and programme teams to ensure rigorous, practical evaluations and clear communication of findings. This is a chance to shape influential research, strengthen the evidence base on what works in education, and contribute to the EEF’s wider strategic work.

You’ll join one of two closely connected teams at the heart of the EEF’s evidence-generation work, offering distinct but complementary opportunities.

One role sits in the Evaluation Team, a large, expert team responsible for commissioning and managing EEF’s major independent evaluations, including large-scale randomised controlled trials and quasi-experimental evaluations, and for supporting external research teams to deliver rigorous, high-quality studies across the portfolio.

The second role sits in the Programme Development and Scale-up Team, a smaller, highly cross-functional team working at the earlier and later stages of the evidence pipeline. This team leads pilots, early-stage and scale-up evaluations, with a stronger focus on implementation and process evaluation, and on developing and testing innovative evaluation approaches to support effective scale-up.

Both roles work closely together and across the organisation to ensure EEF’s evidence is rigorous, relevant, and has real impact in the system.

In these roles you will:

• Commission evaluations in our priority areas, including critically reviewing evaluation proposals to ensure proposed designs are high quality and cost-effective and that the most suitable external evaluators are matched with projects.​
• Manage a portfolio of evaluation projects once external evaluators are appointed and being the primary point of contact for evaluators.
• Liaise between the evaluator and the delivery team (that is delivering the intervention) and chairing meetings to ensure the evaluation project is set up effectively with a high-quality design (working closely with colleagues in EEF’s Programmes team).
• Work closely with the evaluator and delivery team to understand the practical issues involved in delivering evaluations, mitigating risks, and providing support when problems arise.
• Manage evaluation contracts and budgets, and monitoring delivery of evaluation plans.
• Conduct technical reviews of protocols, study plans, statistical analysis plans and evaluation reports.
• Work closely with other teams to ensure that published reports are of high quality and effectively communicate findings to an audience of practitioners, academics, policymakers and the general public.
• Draw on expertise from across EEF to shape and apply innovative evaluation approaches, working collaboratively to strengthen evaluation design, learning and the use of evidence.
• Develop, improve and monitor implementation of evaluation guidance and resources to clarify best practice and build the capacity of evaluators to conduct high quality research.

​Candidate:

You'll be able to demonstrate:

• A commitment to the aims of the EEF and a genuine interest in the education sector in England.
• An understanding of technical aspects of evaluation methodologies (implementation and process evaluations, randomised controlled trials, quasi-experimental designs, choice of outcome measurement, etc.) and an ability to identify high quality evaluation plans and reports.
• Experience in delivering or commissioning rigorous evaluation projects in education, health, or another related field
• Strong relationship management skills, including managing stakeholder performance and differences in opinion.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to communicate complex information to a variety of audiences including practitioners, academics, and policymakers.
• An organised and methodical approach, with excellent project management skills and the ability to prioritise own workload and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• The ability to work independently with strong attention to detail and a commitment to fact checking own work, as well as the ability to work closely and collaboratively across teams.
• A proactive, flexible, and pragmatic approach to evaluation, with an ability to balance a commitment to rigour with accessibility and impact.
• A degree with substantial research methodological training, or equivalent research experience.
• Strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring these principles are upheld in all aspects of their work.

In addition, there are a few desirable skills for this role which could help you to stand out. Great if you already have them, but we don’t expect any candidate to have them all, and will provide training as required for the right candidate:

• Experience in delivering or commissioning quasi-experimental evaluations (for the role in the Evaluation team).
• Experience in delivering or commissioning qualitative, mixed-methods and theory-based research and implementation and process evaluations (for the role in the Programme Development and Scale Up team).
• Experience or familiarity with working on programmes as they develop and scale, and an understanding of how evaluation and evidence can inform decisions about programme design, adaptation and readiness for scale-up (for the role in the Programme Development and Scale Up Team).
• A PhD or Masters with training in quantitative methods and/or mixed methods.
• Experience conducting relevant statistical analysis and/or qualitative analysis.​​

Apply:

Please send (via the "Redirect to recruiter" button above) your CV together with a personal statement addressing the following:

• Why you want to work as an Evaluation Manager at the Education Endowment Foundation including how the role aligns with your interests and career aspirations. (250 words)
• What experience do you have of undertaking and/or supporting evaluations. This may include experience with randomised controlled trials and quasi-experimental designs (particularly relevant for the Evaluation Team), and/or qualitative, mixed-methods or theory-based research and implementation and process evaluations, including how evaluation evidence has informed programme development, adaptation or scale-up (particularly relevant for the Programme Development and Scale-Up Team). (300 words)

If you have a preference for working in the Evaluation Team or the Programme Development and Scale-Up Team, please state it when applying.

Closing date: Monday 26 Jan (23.00)
First stage interviews: w/c 2 Feb 2026
Second stage interviews: w/c 9 Feb 2026

As specialist recruiters we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community.​

Role Description

The purpose of the Executive Assistant role is to provide administrative, organisational and coordination support to the Executive Team, ensuring their time and attention are aligned with organisational priorities, goals, and objectives. The role covers executive coordination, governance administration and project support.  The Executive Assistant enables effective decision making across the Leadership Team, supports the smooth delivery of priorities, and contributes to the execution of long-term strategic goals.

The Executive Team comprises the Chief Executive, Operations Director and Business Development Director.  They work together as part of the Leadership Team, comprising key leaders from across the charity.

Excellent attention to detail is crucial, as is the ability to operate with discretion and flexibility. A high standard of written and verbal communication is essential. The role requires collaboration across Finance, HR, Trustees, and external stakeholders, and an understanding of effective charity governance would be desirable.

This role requires a high level of emotional intelligence, sound judgement, and the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation. Success in this role depends on a proactive mindset, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to remain calm and resourceful under pressure. The Executive Assistant must be highly dependable, detail-oriented, and capable of managing sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

Executive Coordination

• Manage calendars, inboxes, travel and meeting preparation for Executive Team
• Coordinate agendas and logistics for internal and external meetings
• Liaise with stakeholders, clients and partners to ensure smooth engagement

Governance Support

• Own the established governance timetable, board meeting scheduling, and trustee communications
• Draft and distribute board packs, take minutes, and track actions
• Support governance processes in collaboration with the Operations Director
• Support trustee onboarding, training, and engagement
• Ensure timely completion of Charity Commission and Companies House submissions
• Leverage AI tools and platforms to enhance business processes

Strategic communications

• Communicate with external stakeholders on behalf of the Executive Team
• Coordinate staff events and meetings
• Work with marketing and communities & projects teams for conferences and external events

Project support

• Support ongoing transformation projects in collaboration with Head of Business Functions
• Support recruitment and onboarding for senior roles led by the Head of Business Operations
• Support strategic planning and performance tracking led by the Operations Director and Business Development Director
• Support handover and re-onboarding of Executive Assistant on her return April 2027

Role Requirements

Required:

• Minimum of four years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience supporting senior leaders in a fast paced and changing environment, taking initiative and managing competing deadlines calmly and flexibly.
• Confident communicating with the executive and leadership team, trustees and external partners in a professional and timely way.
• Able to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and good judgment.
• Confident coordinating meetings, preparing papers and taking accurate minutes.
• Ability to research, digest, analyse and present material clearly and concisely.
• Ability to identify and apply AI-driven tools to enhance business activities and using AI to streamline workflows and personalise business engagement.
• Comfortable stepping into an established role quickly and maintaining continuity during the maternity leave period.

Desirable:

• Experience in charity governance
• Experience in project support/management

Employees are also expected to be flexible in undertaking the duties and responsibilities attached to their post and may be asked to perform other duties that are consistent with the grade, responsibilities, and typical scope of the role. Any additional tasks should remain appropriate to the nature of the post and not extend into unrelated functions or specialisms.

All employees are expected to work in accordance with the organisation’s values and behavioural standards, which include being supportive, transparent, respectful, kind, honest, and collaborative. This means fostering a culture of empathy, openness, integrity, and teamwork in all interactions, and contributing positively to the organisation’s mission and strategic objectives.

We are committed to flexible working and are open to requests for different working patterns. This includes part time arrangements and four day working week requests, which we will always consider as part of the recruitment process.

To apply for this role, please share your CV with a one-page cover letter setting out why this role appeals to you and how your skills and experiences meet the key skills points in the job description.

Interviews expected to take place on week commencing the 2nd of February 2026.