Free Word is looking for an inspiring leader to play a key role in our next phase of development.

We are an arts venue that explores the power and politics of words and a home for other organisations who care about who gets to speak and be heard in society.

Working closely with the CEO / Artistic Director, the Executive Director will be responsible for developing the culture and sustainability of Free Word, using existing resources imaginatively and finding new ones to support our work.

We are a people-focused organisation and collaborative work-space as well as a public arts venue.  If you care deeply about Free Word’s vision, and are skilled at developing organisations in ways that create productive, enjoyable working environments, we would love to hear from you.

Full details of the role and how to apply on our website.

Deadline for applications: 10am, Monday 11 November 2019

About Us

The Natural History Museum (NHM) is a world-class visitor attraction, leading science research centre and commercial event space. We use our unique collections and unrivalled expertise to tackle the biggest challenges facing the world today. We care for more than 80 million specimens, both in our London and Tring museums, spanning billions of years and welcome more than five million visitors annually.

We are at a pivotal moment in our history as we will soon launch a new strategy setting out our role as the natural world faces increasing threats. Building on our world-leading collection, global reputation for science and as one of the world's leading visitor attractions, the NHM has ambitious plans leading up to the 150 anniversary of the opening of the Waterhouse Building in 2031, making this a truly exciting time to be part of the NHM team.

About the role

We are looking for a Coordinator to support the National Public Programmes (NPP) team in building and maintaining a range of partnerships on a local and national level. You will be a key addition to the team, in ensuring a resilient team which has increasing demands to deliver a range of national projects, including Dippy on Tour and the urban Nature Project. You will also have a specific focus on delivering the Sustainable Futures project, supported by corporate funder Johnson Mathey.

You will provide administrative and delivery support to a wide variety of projects that build relationships with schools, teachers, community groups, and other natural history museums and institutions. Your internal relationships will include Learning & Audiences, and Digital Media & Marketing teams.

You will also support delivery for Exhibition Road collaborations which require substantial coordination.

About you

The role is a great entry point to a career in museums, science and heritage, with career development opportunities.

You to bring strong administrative and organisational skills and some experience of working with external partners to the role. A strong communicator, you can also manage and prioritise a varied workload.

A flexible and positive attitude, with the desire to create new opportunities and think creatively about challenges, will see success in the role.

Fixed Term Contract, 36 months

How to apply

To apply, please visit and upload your CV with a covering letter, which clearly outlines how you meet our person specification.

Closing 9am on Tuesday 29 October 2019

About Us

The Natural History Museum (NHM) is a world-class visitor attraction, leading science research centre and commercial event space. We use our unique collections and unrivalled expertise to tackle the biggest challenges facing the world today. We care for more than 80 million specimens, both in our London and Tring museums, spanning billions of years and welcome more than five million visitors annually.

Our Development Group generates philanthropic income, helping to build a new natural history museum for the future - investing in capital development, attaining vital acquisitions for the collections, transforming our galleries, developing innovative exhibitions and undertaking ground-breaking scientific research on issues that affect all our futures.

We are at a pivotal moment in our history as we will soon launch a new strategy setting out our role as the natural world faces increasing threats. Building on our world-leading collection, global reputation for science and as one of the world's leading visitor attractions, the NHM has ambitious plans leading up to the 150 anniversary of the opening of the Waterhouse Building in 2031, making this a truly exciting time to be part of the NHM team.

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Assistant to support the Head of Advancement Operations and the wider Advancement Operations team. This role will be at the heart of the Development group supporting the Museum's ambitious fundraising objectives by providing professional, administrative, organisational and logistical support to the team.

You will provide administrative, financial and database support, and ad hoc project support.

Providing professional support to the Head of Advancement Operations, you will ensure that their time is managed efficiently and effectively. This will include but is not limited to: diary management and prioritisation, co-ordinating of meetings, proofreading documents, organising travel and financial admin including reconciling of expenses.

About you

You will have excellent organisational, time management and communications skills to proactively deal with conflicting demands and manage numerous different relationships with the appropriate degree of confidentiality and sensitivity. Experience in an administrative role and the ability to build good working relationships at all levels, both internally and externally, will be essential. If you have experience working in a relevant environment e.g. fundraising/visitor attraction/cultural institution, it would be advantageous.

How to apply

To apply, please visit https://careers.nhm.ac.uk/ and upload your CV with a covering letter, which clearly outlines how you meet our person specification.

Closing 9am on Tuesday 29 October 2019

PMO Coordinator

You will join us as a PMO Cost Coordinator supporting the team who will preserve the palace for years to come.

PMO Coordinator Responsibilities:

Supporting the Programme Accountant, you’ll help manage controls for multiple projects that make up the Reservicing Programme.

Your support will be vital to our project managers and budget holders, as you’ll work closely with them to help keep up-to-date cost and budget information.

You’ll review and audit the data you receive, and overseeing the cost processes. Spanning all aspects of cost performance, from purchase orders to change control processes, you’ll help ensure the programme is within budget and on track.

This will include being the main administrator of our cost management tool, as well as developing our budget holder’s ability to use all control tools effectively and efficiently.

And you’ll prepare various reports for the team, contractors and senior stakeholders. Whether preparing month end reports, forecasts or flash project statuses, you’ll aim for accuracy across all you do.

PMO Coordinator Requirements:

With some previous experience in the overseeing, creation and management of budgets, you’ll be looking to expand your skills with a new challenge.

And it is your ability to analyse data and report on variances and trends which will set you apart.

Digitally fluent and, you’ll be confident using various software applications, preferably with experience of using our project cost management platform Aconex.

This, along with exceptional attention to detail means you’ll consistently produce clear and accurate reporting.

You’ll be highly organised and able to juggle a varied workload effectively, balancing priorities to meet multiple, deadlines.

A logical problem solver with good judgement, you can be relied on to take initiative and make decisions.

With good communication skills, you’ll work collaboratively and flexibly with stakeholders and external contractors to build effective relationships, making you an asset to the team.

Location: London

Hours: Full Time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £25,000 to £28,000 per annum, dependent on experience

Benefits: comprehensive benefits package, a 15% employer contribution pension scheme (with the option for flexibility - to increase contributions or draw down as salary), with training and development, as well as a range of catering and recreational facilities.

Closing date: 23rd October 2019

You may have experience of the following: PMO Coordinator, Customer Service, Project Management, Consultancy, PMO Consultant, Planning, Project Manager, Project Coordinator etc.

Ref: 89644

Fixed term contract, initially for 18 months, 29.6 hours per week

Grade F - £22,021 - £23,836 (pro-rata)

The Royal Albert Memorial Museum, affectionately known as RAMM, is a much loved museum and art gallery which has been at the heart of Exeter and Devon’s cultural life since opening in 1868.  Through exceptional collections of world cultures, natural history, antiquities, art, and a rich programme of exhibitions and events, RAMM seeks to enhance people’s quality of life.  It is a place of discovery which encourages curiosity, where local and global stories inspire and connect people to the world. 

With the support of the National Lottery Heritage Fund, RAMM is now in a position to transform its fundraising aspirations.  You will play a crucial role in developing RAMMs fundraising potential through creating and/or supporting our Members, Friends and Patrons offers.  This will include creating monthly and quarterly communications, and nurturing a closer relationship between these groups and RAMM.

We are looking for someone with experience of creating and managing supporter’s packages and communications. 

You will need to be an enthusiastic team player, be highly organised, have excellent interpersonal skills and a can do attitude.

If this sounds like you, we look forward to receiving your application.

Be part of something special. 

Fixed term contract, initially for 18 months

Part Time 29.6 hours (4 days)

The Royal Albert Memorial Museum, affectionately known as RAMM, is a much loved museum and art gallery which has been at the heart of Exeter and Devon’s cultural life since opening in 1868.  Through exceptional collections of world cultures, natural history, antiquities, art, and a rich programme of exhibitions and events, RAMM seeks to enhance people’s quality of life.  It is a place of discovery which encourages curiosity, where local and global stories inspire and connect people to the world. 

With the support of the National Lottery Heritage Fund, RAMM is now in a position to transform its fundraising aspirations.  You will play a crucial role in developing RAMMs fundraising potential through creating and/or supporting our Members, Friends and Patrons offers.  This will include creating monthly and quarterly communications, and nurturing a closer relationship between these groups and RAMM.

We are looking for someone with experience of creating and managing supporter’s packages and communications. 

You will need to be an enthusiastic team player, be highly organised, have excellent interpersonal skills and a can do attitude.

If this sounds like you, we look forward to receiving your application.

Be part of something special. 

Fixed term contract, initially for 18 months, full time,

The Royal Albert Memorial Museum, affectionately known as RAMM, is a much loved museum and art gallery which has been at the heart of Exeter and Devon’s cultural life since opening in 1868.  Through exceptional collections of world cultures, natural history, antiquities, art, and a rich programme of exhibitions and events, RAMM seeks to enhance people’s quality of life.  It is a place of discovery which encourages curiosity, where local and global stories inspire and connect people to the world. 

With the support of the National Lottery Heritage Fund, RAMM is now in a position to transform its fundraising aspirations.  You will play a crucial role in developing and realising RAMMs fundraising potential through trusts and foundations support.

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic team player to join us. You will need to demonstrate previous fundraising success, be highly organised, have excellent interpersonal skills and a can do attitude.

If this sounds like you, we look forward to receiving your application. Be part of something special.

Personal Assistant

As a key point of contact in the Household, you will work closely with all members of the team and the wider Household, and will be expected to liaise regularly with external stakeholders.

Personal Assistant Responsibilities:

- Coordinating diaries, meetings and appointments
- Alongside travel arrangements and correspondence management.
- Helping to compile briefing materials, preparing itineraries and managing bookings

Personal Assistant Requirements:

- A good administrator with excellent written communication skills and precise attention to detail, you can produce work that is clear, accurate and suitable for a variety of audiences.
- Proactive and with lots of initiative, you will be able to plan and organise a varied workload, while being flexible and open to new challenges and responsibilities.
- Confident using a range of IT packages, you will be at ease working with new systems.
- At your best working as part of a team, you are helpful and supportive and can quickly build good working relationships with colleagues at all levels.

About Our Client:

Our client provides invaluable support enabling their client to fulfil their duties and serve the nation. And, working in magnificent and historic surroundings, they’re inspired to deliver to a higher standard. They are a truly diverse organisation - not just in the range of people who work there, but also in the careers that they offer. Alongside the roles you may expect, you’ll find everything from HR, Finance and IT professionals to Engineers, Curators and Chefs. They all work as one towards a shared and unique purpose.

Location: London

Job type: Full Time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: £Competitive Dependant on Experiences

Closing date: Sunday 27 October 23:55

You may have experience of the following: Administrator, Secretary, Admin Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Office Administrator, Personal Assistant, PA, Office Manager, Executive Assistant, EA, Receptionist, Charity, Executive Officer, Charities, Third Sector, NFP, Not for Profit etc.

Ref: 89747

Training and Human Resources Manager
London, N1

About Us

The Churches Conservation Trust is an award-winning heritage, conservation and regeneration charity that focuses on saving historic churches at risk.

Having saved more than 350 buildings, we attract almost two million visitors each year and boast a unique collection of English churches which forms the third largest heritage estate in charitable ownership within the UK.

These unique examples of architecture, archaeology and art from the last 1,000 years form a key element of the history of our country and, thanks to our efforts, can be enjoyed as cultural, social and educational resources. The buildings we work with are kept open and in use, living once again as the heart of communities across the nation.

We are now seeking a Training and Human Resources Manager to develop our Learning and Development function and drive the Human Resources provision of a highly-skilled workforce.

Your Rewards

- Salary of £28,950 (plus inner London weighting of £3,478), plus pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexible working patterns

This pivotal role will see you developing the skills and expertise of your fellow employees, whilst also delivering a high quality HR service across the charity. As such, you will be operating at the forefront of our workforce plans for the future.

Our team make our offices wonderful, friendly and positive places to work. You’ll discover an incredible environment where a healthy work/life balance is encouraged and you will actively contribute to your community and the world around you much more than in any other sector.

Your Role

As a Training and Human Resources Manager, you will drive a culture of learning and development, upskilling and human resources support.

Specifically, you will develop effective training solutions for staff and volunteers to support an increased organisational focus on learning and development. Your aim will be to ensure that our teams can handle any task keeping our churches and buildings functional and commercially viable.

The position will also include:

- Developing, managing and monitoring a training programme for staff and volunteers
- Delivering a full range of HR support across the organisation
- Providing advice, guidance and support to staff, volunteers and the leadership
- Supporting a range of HR-specific projects
- Managing the relationship with our external HR providers
- Acting as the first point of contact for HR related queries

About You

To be considered as our Training and Human Resources Manager, you will need:

- Experience of developing and delivering an organisational-wide training programme
- Previous experience in managing external HR provision
- Previous payroll and pensions administration experience
- A relevant degree or equivalent experience or professional training
- Tact, diplomacy and the ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality

A CIPD qualification or part qualified (or equivalent) or the ability to demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge within human resources, would be highly beneficial to your application.

Other organisations may call this role Learning and Development Manager, L&D Manager, Training Manager, HR Manager, Training Manager, HR Advisor, Human Resources Advisor, or HR and Training Consultant.

The closing date for applications is the 13th October 2019.

We are committed to equal opportunities and appoint on merit. We welcome applicants from all sections of society regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, disability, marital status, age, religion, perceived community background or political beliefs.

So, if you could thrive with an amazing charity as our Training and Human Resources Manager, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Payroll and HR Services Manager - (6 Months)

Westend

£19.00 Per Hour PAYE
£24.00 Per Hour LTD

Are you looking to work for a well-known organisation that is the latter part of 5-year transformation plan?

Would like to work for a large matrix organisation?

Do you have experience in a large-scale organisational change?

What is great about this organisation?

• This is a large organisation that deals with cultural and educational matters on a global scale
• Be part of organisation that actively make a change in the UK
• The organisation is based in the Westend with ample opportunity to experience the hustle and bustle of London

What is great about this Payroll and HR Services Manager role?

• Get to take part in large scale change where HR will be transformed
• Be part of a project that exercises various fields of HR
• Get to be part of a culture that is constantly looking out for the employees and looking for better ways to implement change

In this Payroll and HR Services Manager role, you will:

• Manage Payroll and HR Services team
• Act as the first point for queries arising from the Payroll and HR Services
• Perform payroll checks, contracts and sign off payroll instructions
• Lead on over-payments process
• Ensure that all employment policies and advisory operation are in line with the organisations values

As a Payroll and HR Services Manager, you must:

• Have experience of managing busy teams
• Have experience of reviewing and implementing payroll processes
• Have experience in supplier management
• Have tax and National Insurance and payroll experience
• Have benefits knowledge
• Have knowledge of statutory rules and regulations

This organisation is looking for a Payroll and HR Services Manager who is ready to hit the ground running within a friendly firm. They must display qualities of a team member, be enthusiastic and show initiative. Proactive behaviour is celebrated, and excellent communication is required at both written and oral levels.

I have had a high level of interest in this role already so please get in contact with Jessie ASAP on or 020 7269 6344 or via email on

ProTax is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Reprographics Assistant

You will join us as Reprographics Assistant providing vital support by delivering speciality in-house printing services.

Reprographics Assistant Responsibilities:

You'll have exposure across the organisation, building relationships with a wide range of colleagues as well as external suppliers.

You'll make sure every job is processed correctly, to exacting standards and within the agreed timescales, supporting the smooth daily operation of the Household.

From day one you’ll have responsibility for your own workload, be it printing, collating or problem solving. Keeping up with a busy schedule will be critical. And the standards you’ll aim for will provide the biggest challenge, as well as the greatest reward.

Reprographics Assistant Requirements:

Experience of working in a reprographics or stationary room would be ideal, but is by no means essential, as training will be provided. It's your passion for delivering exceptional customer service that will make you stand out.

Driven by deadlines and with exceptional organisational skills, you’re able to adapt to changing priorities.

Self- motivated, you will use your initiative to handle multiple requests with ease.

With good IT skills and confidence operating a range of technical equipment, you’ll be able to trouble shoot minor problems and will liaise with suppliers to maintain standards.

Most importantly, you’ll take great pride in your work, applying special attention to every detail and ensure you achieve exceptional results.

Location: London

Job type: Full Time, Fixed Term Contract until July 2020, 37.5 hours per week, over 5 days, Monday to Friday

Salary: £21,000 per annum

Benefits: In return you will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, a 15% employer contribution pension scheme (with the option for flexibility - to increase contributions or draw down as salary), with training and development, as well as a range of catering and recreational facilities.

Closing Date: 24 October 2019, 23:55

You may have experience of the following: Print Room Operator, Reprographics Supervisor, Document Management, DTP, Print Room, Reprographics Operator, Document Services, Copier, Printer, Print Room Assistant etc.

The charity

Bishopsgate Institute is the delivery arm of the Bishopsgate Foundation, founded in 1894 for “the promotion of the education of the public”. We are a small, independent charity with our own extraordinary premises at the crossroads of the City, Spitalfields and the East End. Our motto is “I grow old, but not lazy” and we apply this philosophy throughout our work. 

The role

This is a part-time role for 28 hours per week.  As a member of the Senior Team you will support the charity to achieve its charitable objectives by leading on event planning and operations delivery, venue hire and compliance for the Institute. 

You will have skills and expertise across business and charity management and compliance, heritage buildings and estates planning, project and contracts management, security and safety and the efficient and effective deployment of resources.

The successful candidate will also have experience working at a strategic level, well-developed people and performance management, robust budget management and forecasting skills and excellence in collaborative project management.

Please download and consult all of the information available on our website before beginning your application.

** CVs alone will not be accepted **

The application deadline is Sunday 27 October 2019 (17:00)

Late applications will not be considered.

The charity

Bishopsgate Institute is the delivery arm of the Bishopsgate Foundation, founded in 1894 for “the promotion of the education of the public”. We are a small, independent charity with our own extraordinary premises at the crossroads of the City, Spitalfields and the East End. Our motto is “I grow old, but not lazy” and we apply this philosophy throughout our work. 

The role

This is a part-time role for 28 hours per week.  As a member of the Senior Team you will support the charity to achieve its charitable objectives by leading on audience development, customer experience, campaigns and marketing and the development of an integrated programme of activity.  All to specifically increase enrolments and bookings (including venue hire), strengthen relationships with existing audiences and customers and nurture new audiences.

You will have skills and expertise across digital and offline marketing, PR and communications, campaign planning, tone of voice and visual identity management, integrated programming and events including ticketing, audience insight and analysis.

The successful candidate will also have experience working at a strategic level, well-developed people and performance management, robust budget management and forecasting skills and excellence in collaborative project management.

Please download and consult all of the information available on our website before beginning your application.

** CVs alone will not be accepted **

The application deadline is Sunday 27 October 2019 (17:00)

Late applications will not be considered.

We’re looking for someone creative, confident and enthusiastic who loves music and wants to play a key role in delivering innovative and engaging social media and digital content for the largest music therapy charity in the UK.

As part of our successful communications team, the Digital and Social Media Officer will play a pivotal role in creating content that resonates with our audiences and helps us achieve our ambitious objectives to grow our supporter base. We’re looking for a creative self-starter who can produce compelling content – including social media posts, website articles, graphics and short films. A flair for design would be very useful in this role.

As a charity with a historic connection to the UK music industry and that uses the power of music therapy to enrich the lives of people affected by life limiting illness, isolation or disability, music is at the heart of what we do. You’ll be championing music and music therapy across our digital channels as well as promoting our high-profile fundraisers, and you’ll be working closely with colleagues across the organisation to source content and tell stories that champion the incredible work we’re doing to enrich lives through music.

The position is subject to a basic DBS check.