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Blenheim Palace professionalised its fundraising in 2024, and has already been successful in fundraising from HNWIs, Trusts & Foundations, corporate partners and our wider visitors.

 It is one of the best possible locations for fundraising in the UK and is full of potential. 

As this area continues to grow, we are now looking for a talented Trusts & Foundations Officer to play a key role in that success. This is an exciting opportunity to join a small but high-performing team and help secure vital support for one of the UK’s most iconic heritage sites, building strong funder relationships and developing compelling cases for support that deliver real impact.

We are looking for someone who can bring the right skills and mindset to the role. You might not meet all the criteria, and that’s okay, transferable skills and experience are highly valued.

• Highly motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently whilst remaining a collaborative team-player
• A passion for, and interest in, the heritage sector and Blenheim’s mission
• Knowledge of current trends and fundraising best practice in the heritage and cultural sectors
• Ability to work in a target-driven environment and deliver results
• Professional, diplomatic and thoughtful in all funder and stakeholder communications

About Us:

At Blenheim and Pye, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to helping every individual thrive. Our Promise is simple: to support you to Grow, Give, and Belong.

We help you Grow by nurturing your talents, championing your wellbeing, and creating opportunities for you to develop.

We encourage you to Give by contributing to meaningful work, supporting the wider community, and collaborating with others to achieve our shared goals.

And we want you to truly Belong by being part of something special, knowing that you matter, your voice is heard, and you are an important part of our journey.

Together, this is what makes Blenheim and Pye a place where people can flourish and make a real difference.

Role: Repairs and Compliance Manager
Location: Hybrid working with a minimum 2 days per week in Thame (Oxfordshire) or Leicester (Leicestershire)
Salary: £45,000.00 per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week
Contract: Permanent
Reports to: Head of Housing and Property
 
Delivering safe, compliant properties
As Repairs and Compliance Manager, you will help keep our homes, offices, and supported living environments safe, well maintained, and fully compliant. You will oversee responsive repairs, void works, planned maintenance, and landlord compliance across Affinity Trust’s property portfolio.

You will work with contractors, operational teams, landlords, and stakeholders to ensure repairs are completed efficiently, compliance standards are met, and services keep improving. This is a varied role where you can make a real impact.

What you will do

• Oversee repairs, voids, and planned maintenance across the property portfolio.
• Ensure landlord compliance and health and safety requirements are met and accurately recorded.
• Carry out site inspections and monitor contractor performance and quality.
• Manage contractor relationships and drive service improvements.
• Support the maintenance and management of Affinity Trust offices.
• Improve systems and processes to deliver efficient, value-for-money services.
• Provide property and compliance support to operational teams and third-party landlord arrangements.
• Support planned maintenance programmes and respond to tenant feedback in line with our values.

What we are looking for

• Experience in repairs, maintenance, or compliance services.
• Knowledge of landlord compliance and property health and safety requirements.
• Strong contractor and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Confidence managing competing priorities and working across teams.
• Strong IT skills and experience using property or compliance systems.

How You’ll Make an Impact
In this role, you’ll make a real impact by ensuring the people we support live in safe, compliant, and well-maintained environments that enable them to thrive.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

New Business

· Support the development of a new business pipeline by researching, approaching and engaging prospective corporate partners across a range of sectors

· Contribute to securing income through corporate sponsorships and donations, supporting Back Up’s services and special events

· Work closely with the Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager to develop and tailor partnership propositions and offers

· Support the identification and securing of corporate sponsorship for Back Up special events

· Assist in securing gift in kind and pro bono support to help deliver the charity’s work

· Support the onboarding of new partners, including completing due diligence in line with Back Up’s ethical fundraising policy and assisting with partnership agreements and stewardship plans

Account Management

· Deliver high-quality relationship and account management for Legal Panel members and sponsors, supporting agreed engagement and stewardship plans

· Promote opportunities for partners and sponsors to increase their involvement and impact, including volunteering, fundraising, events, donations and grants

· Support delivery of Legal Panel and Sponsorship agreements, including coordinating meetings, attending events and ensuring strong partner visibility

· Produce and share clear reports and updates on activity, outcomes and impact with partners and sponsors

· Ensure partners and sponsors feel valued, informed and engaged, recognising the contribution they make to Back Up’s work

Collaboration and Promotion

· Build strong, positive working relationships across the organisation to support effective delivery of corporate fundraising plans

· Work with the Trusts and Foundations team to support applications to relevant corporate foundations, where appropriate

· Collaborate with the Public Fundraising team to ensure partner and sponsor engagement opportunities are shared and promoted

· Support the Services team by sharing relevant information and plans to help deliver strong partner relationships and high-quality experiences

· Work closely with the Communications team to ensure agreed partner promotion and recognition is delivered on time and to a high standard

· Attend networking events, partner events and Back Up special events to help steward existing relationships and support new opportunities

Operational and Planning

· Support reporting against team income targets, KPIs and forecasts to the Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager

· Maintain and develop an accurate portfolio of prospects and partners using the corporate pipeline and CRM

· Contribute to annual plans and quarterly reviews, supporting ongoing improvement and shared learning 

The above list is not exclusive or exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be expected within the scope of this role.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

Essential:

• Some experience in fundraising, partnerships, business development, sales, customer relationship or supporter engagement (paid or voluntary) or transferrable skills
• Evidence of supporting or contributing to new business activity, such as prospect research, outreach, pitching, or onboarding new relationships
• Experience assisting with the delivery or administration of partnerships, sponsorships or fundraising relationships or transferrable skills
• Confidence building positive relationships with external contacts and internal colleagues
• An understanding of the importance of stewardship, communication and donor/partner care
• Ability to work towards agreed targets or objectives, and to track progress against plans
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage time, juggle tasks and meet deadlines
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to communicate professionally with a range of audiences
• Comfortable using databases, CRMs or spreadsheets to record information accurately and produce basic reports
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with willingness to learn, take initiative and seek feedback
• Alignment with Back Up’s values and a genuine interest in fundraising, partnerships and social impact
• Willingness to occasionally work evenings and weekends and travel as required

Desirable Experience

• Experience working or volunteering in a charity, not‑for‑profit or purpose‑led organisation
• Exposure to corporate fundraising or corporate partnerships, including sponsorships, events or employee engagement
• Experience supporting events, campaigns or fundraising activities
• Familiarity with researching prospective partners or maintaining prospect pipelines
• Experience working with or supporting committees, panels or supporter groups
• Basic understanding of ethical fundraising and due diligence
• Experience working with tools such as CRMs, Microsoft Office, Canva, or similar platforms
• Interest in or awareness of disability, inclusion or health‑related issues
• Experience contributing to communications or promotional activity, such as website content, social media or supporter updates.

Role: Housing and Partnership Manager
Location: Hybrid working with a minimum 2 days per week in Thame (Oxfordshire) or Leicester (Leicestershire)
Salary: £45,000.00 per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week
Contract: Permanent
Reports to: Head of Housing and Property
 
Leading tenancy and housing partnerships
As an experienced and motivated Housing & Partnership Manager, you will lead the delivery of a responsive, high-quality tenancy management service across our properties. This role is perfect for someone with a strong housing background who is passionate about supporting people to live independently and confident in building positive, collaborative relationships with landlords, local authorities, NHS teams, and internal colleagues.

You will oversee the day-to-day management of tenancy services, including lettings, transfers, voids, rent arrears, and tenancy sustainment, ensuring services are delivered efficiently and in line with relevant policies and regulations. Working closely with teams across Housing, Property & Compliance, and Support Services, you will play a key role in resolving housing-related issues and improving outcomes for the people we support. You will also help strengthen and develop partnerships with external landlords and housing providers, supporting the continued growth and success of Affinity Trust’s services.

What you will do

• Manage Affinity Manage tenancies and support independent living
• Oversee lettings, transfers, and voids
• Re-let properties quickly and efficiently
• Handle rent arrears, Housing Benefit queries, and legal processes
• Work with Repairs & Compliance on property and safety issues
• Build and maintain landlord and partner relationships
• Track KPIs (arrears, complaints, ASB, compliance)
• Support housing issues in externally managed properties
• Manage tenancy breaches, ASB, and hoarding cases
• Lead regular meetings with landlords and partners
• Improve housing systems and processes
• Act on tenant feedback and concerns

What we are looking for

• Housing or tenancy management experience
• Strong knowledge of housing legislation and processes
• Experience managing arrears and working with Local Authorities/DWP
• Excellent communication and relationship skills
• Ability to handle complex situations with professionalism and empathy
• Strong organisation and problem-solving skills
• Confidence working across teams and external partners

How You’ll Make an Impact
In this role, you’ll make a real difference by helping people maintain safe, stable homes and supporting them to live independently through strong tenancy services and housing partnerships.
 
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Join an amazing charity that makes a difference for more than 110,000 adults and children in the UK with a muscle-wasting condition. This is a role where you can really make a difference.

​We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with lived experience of conditions we represent. We believe that diversity strengthens our work and helps us better support our beneficiaries.

​As part of our safer recruitment and safeguarding responsibilities, this role requires a DBS check and professional/character references. We are committed to inclusion and will consider each application fairly.

​About you:

The Data Integration and Automation Officer is an exciting role at MDUK, that will sit within the Finance and Resources Team.

​You will:

• design, build, and maintain automated data synchronisations across organisational systems, taking ownership of end-to-end workflows from requirements through to implementation and handover.

• work closely with multiple departments to understand data requirements, modernise data processing practices, and deliver reliable automated data flows using tools such as APIs, Power Automate, and Python. 

• be a technically skilled and collaborative professional with experience in API integration (REST/SOAP), automation tools such as Power Automate, and Python-based data processing.

• require strong knowledge of data management principles, including validation, transformation, and system integration across platforms such as CRMs, finance systems, and cloud applications.

• be responsible for designing and delivering end-to-end data workflows, from requirements gathering through to deployment and documentation.

• be confident in engaging with non-technical stakeholders, lead workshops, analyse existing processes, and implement practical improvements.​​​​​

About us:

​Muscular Dystrophy UK is a charity that connects a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting conditions, and all the people around them. So everyone can get the healthcare, support and treatments needed to feel good, mentally and physically. ​

This is an exciting time to join Muscular Dystrophy UK. We recently launched our new 10 year strategy to transform the lives of people living with muscle wasting conditions. Our vision is clear, a world without limits for people with muscle wasting conditions, and we won’t stop until we achieve it.

​Values and behaviours:

• A positive attitude and approach that reflect the charity’s values.
   
• Seek opportunities to contribute to the development of the charity.
   
• A commitment to and an understanding of disability issues, equality, diversity and inclusion.
   
• Always demonstrate role model behaviour.

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Benefits:

​We appreciate the range of skills and experience our staff have to offer. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we commit to actively developing and supporting you. We believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally.

​Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote wellbeing, work–life balance, and career development. Our offer range of benefits includes great pension contributions, life insurance, cycle scheme, health cash plan, employee assistance programme, instant retail and events discounts, and much more...

Location: We operate a hybrid model (home and office, London SE1). 

​Closing date: Friday, 5th of June 2026
 

NB: Please note that we are interviewing on a rolling basis and may close the advert earlier than the stated deadline if we successfully fill the role.
 

Please download the job description to see full role responsibilities

Are you passionate about delivering excellent customer service? Can you demonstrate patience and empathy with people who may need us to go the extra mile? If so, then this could be the role for you.

This is a very exciting time to be joining Ability Housing Association as we deliver our Customer Strategy within our in-house Contact Centre. We are seeking an enthusiastic and courteous individual to join our team with a commitment to delivering an excellent service to our customers.

This is a busy and varied role in which you will act as a first point of contact for our customers and stakeholders, responding to housing and repair-related queries. Every day can create a new challenge.

You will be dealing with tenants, colleagues from across the organization, and staff from other close business partners, helping and escalating queries to the relevant department or Contractor as appropriate.

Experience in the social housing sector is desirable, although we will consider applications from other sectors, as full training will be provided. You should have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office as you will be handling queries through a range of channels. Previous experience using a CRM system would also be ideal.

If you feel you like you have what we are looking for and are keen to make a difference in the lives of those who need our support, please do get in touch with us.

Thrive’s vision is that gardening is actively encouraged as part of personal health and wellbeing management and Social & Therapeutic Horticulture (STH) services are available wherever people live.

Working across multiple income streams, the postholder will support the development and delivery of high-impact fundraising campaigns, compelling cases for support, and meaningful donor communications. With a strong focus on Regular Giving growth and supporter stewardship, the role plays an important part in strengthening long-term financial sustainability.

This is a proactive role requiring strong content development skills, attention to insight and performance, and the ability to contribute to continuous improvement in fundraising systems and processes.

For more information, please download the Information Pack. For an informal conversation about the role, please email recruitment in the first instance.

For further information and full JD please refer to the attachment below. 

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We are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and highly organised individual with either registered healthcare status or an experienced commissioner of healthcare services and a passion for supporting people with long-term health conditions like ME.

As Clinical Lead, you will play a pivotal role in the delivery and development of our Healthcare Services. As our CQC Registered Manager, you will play a critical role in supporting the team and assuring effective and safe services for people with ME of all ages and their families.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will also play a pivotal role in developing our services, drive performance and optimise processes, and enhance service delivery to take action with impact to better support individuals living with ME.

Job Purpose   

Working closely with the Director of Operations, the Clinical Lead will play a pivotal role in leading and developing Action for ME’s clinical Healthcare Services, ensuring the highest standards of clinical care for individuals affected by Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME). The postholder will be responsible for clinical oversight, service development, and leadership, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to enhance outcomes for children and adults with ME and will be the CQC Registered Manager for the service.  

At present, Healthcare Services is a small team with two physiotherapists and one doctor (specialist GP), with plans to recruit more.

We are keen to develop and expand our services, building on the small amount of spot purchasing from local commissioning boards and exploring a diagnosing and prescribing offer. We are also keen to explore the potential of increasing the range of disciplines offered within the team. You will play a key role in contributing to, and delivering, the strategy for our Healthcare Services.  

Key Responsibilities  

• Provide clinical support and expertise to Action for ME's Healthcare Services, ensuring evidence-based, person-centred care.  
• Act as Registered Manager for CQC (Care Quality Commission) purposes and ensure that the service meets all required standards.   
• Lead the development and implementation of clinical policies, protocols, and best practices in line with national guidelines and regulatory requirements.  
• Supervise and support healthcare professionals within the service, offering guidance, mentorship, and training.  
• Collaborate with external stakeholders, including NHS services, researchers, and others, to enhance healthcare provision for people with ME.  
• Ensure the service complies with regulatory and safeguarding standards, including CQC requirements where applicable.  
• Monitor and evaluate service delivery, using data-driven insights to improve clinical outcomes and patient experience.  
• Provide expert advice on complex cases, supporting the team with clinical decision-making.  
• Designated Safeguarding Officer for Healthcare Services.   
• Represent Action for ME at external forums, conferences, and policy discussions.   

Person specification
All criteria noted below are essential requirements of the role.

Qualifications

• A registered healthcare professional (e.g., doctor, nurse, physiotherapist, or occupational therapist) with active professional registration (GMC, NMC, HCPC or equivalent) OR an experienced commissioner of healthcare services with experience of quality assurance, safeguarding and compliance. 

Experience and Knowledge

• Extensive clinical experience in chronic illness management OR sound understanding of clinical practice, ideally with expertise in ME or related conditions and a clear understanding of the challenges faced by people with ME.  
• An understanding of Care Quality Commission regulatory requirements.
• Proven leadership experience in a healthcare setting, including team management and service development.  
• Strong understanding of evidence-based practice and clinical governance.  
• A sound understanding and experience of safeguarding children/young people and vulnerable adults.
• Experience in training and mentoring healthcare professionals.  
• Knowledge of NHS structures and commissioning processes.  
• An understanding of working within the third sector or charitable organisations.

Skills and Behaviours

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with patients, carers, and healthcare professionals.  
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and the ability to quickly learn relevant bespoke software systems.

Attitudes

• Commitment to patient-centred care and advocacy for people with ME.  

About the role

We’re looking for an experienced and strategic Individual Giving & Legacy Manager to lead and grow our Individual Giving, Legacy and In Memory fundraising programmes.

This is a pivotal role where you’ll drive sustainable income growth through innovative, data-led, multi-channel fundraising. You’ll shape supporter journeys, deepen engagement, and maximise long-term donor value across a range of channels including digital, direct mail, telemarketing, lotteries, face-to-face and press.

You’ll also line manage and support a team member, while working collaboratively with colleagues across fundraising, communications and service delivery to deliver compelling, supporter-focused campaigns.

What you’ll be doing

Strategic leadership

• Develop and deliver strategies to grow Individual Giving, Legacy and In Memory income
• Lead integrated, multi-channel campaign planning and delivery
• Drive innovation, testing and continuous improvement across supporter journeys
• Stay informed on sector and digital trends to keep our fundraising fresh and effective

Campaign delivery

• Oversee end-to-end campaign management across acquisition and retention
• Approve campaign briefs, messaging, segmentation and supporter journeys
• Ensure campaigns are insight-led, delivered on time and within budget
• Support the creation of high-quality content and storytelling

Product development & innovation

• Develop and optimise Individual Giving and Legacy products
• Identify and launch new fundraising propositions and digital initiatives
• Enhance journeys for key audiences including regular givers, legacy prospects and in-memory supporters

Data, insight & performance

• Champion a data-driven approach to fundraising
• Work closely with data teams on segmentation, targeting and personalisation
• Monitor KPIs, ROI, retention and lifetime value
• Use insight to inform strategy and support income forecasting

Leadership & collaboration

• Line manage and develop the Individual Giving & Legacy Officer
• Build strong relationships with internal teams and external partners
• Engage stakeholders including leadership, trustees and service teams
• Work with agencies and suppliers to deliver campaigns

Compliance & governance

• Ensure compliance with GDPR and fundraising regulations
• Maintain high standards in supporter care and ethical fundraising
• Manage budgets, monitor performance and take corrective action where needed

About you

We’re looking for someone who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on approach.

Essential

• Experience in Individual Giving, Legacy or Direct Marketing fundraising
• Proven track record of delivering successful multi-channel campaigns
• Strong understanding of supporter journeys, acquisition and retention
• Experience managing budgets and delivering against income targets
• Skilled in data analysis, performance tracking and forecasting
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience managing and developing staff
• Highly organised, detail-oriented and confident working with data (including Excel)

Desirable

• Fundraising or marketing qualification
• Event management experience
• Experience using fundraising CRM systems
• Experience of working within a social care or disability charity would be advantageous, but isn’t essential. 

Why join us?

At Hft, we’re a values-led organisation where people genuinely look out for one another. Our teams are collaborative, supportive and focused on making a real difference.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to shape and improve how we deliver fundraising, while contributing to meaningful outcomes for the people we support.

• Home-based with flexibility and regular team connection
• Occasional travel to Bristol
• A collaborative, values-driven culture
• The opportunity to shape and improve our fundraising approach
• A role where you can make a tangible difference in a purpose-led organisation

Selection process

We review applications on an ongoing basis. If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to a pre-screening interview with a member of the hiring team.

Successful candidates will then take part in a final stage, including a competency-based interview and the opportunity to meet the team.

Apply now or get in touch to find out more — we’d love to hear from you.

We are committed to recruiting people from diverse backgrounds and believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce helps us better support the people we work with to live their best lives. If there is anything we can do to support you to do your best during the application and selection process, please contact our recruitment team.

The Role
We are looking for a Strategy Lead toplay a leading role in supporting the development of NDCS’s next organisational strategic plan, bringing together insight, ambition, and priorities into a clear long-term direction for the whole charity. You will provide the coordination, analysis, and facilitation needed to help shape a strategy that reflects the needs of deaf children and families and supports informed decision-making by senior leaders and Trustees.

 
 
What you'll do
 

• Help shape NDCS’s future by leading work to develop our next strategic plan with Trustees, senior leaders and colleagues from across the charity.
• Use insight to inform good decisions, bringing together data, external trends, policy developments and stakeholder feedback to shape clear priorities.
• Work collaboratively across NDCS, building shared understanding and creating opportunities for staff, families and stakeholders to help shape our direction.
• Support strong decision-making by preparing clear advice, practical recommendations and well-judged options for Trustees and senior leaders.
• Turn strategy into something practical and meaningful, helping to shape the outcomes, measures, risks and roadmap that will guide our work

 
What you'll need
 

• Adept at interpreting complex information, recognising patterns, and identifying opportunities to drive positive change for deaf children.
• Confident strategic thinking, able to shape plans, influence senior leaders, and turn big ideas into meaningful action.
• To be an engaging communicator who enjoys collaboration, values continual learning, and actively seeks feedback to enhance impact.
• Curiosity resilience, and passion about making a difference for deaf children and their families
• Strong digital skills and a sound understanding of agile values & principles.
• A criminal record check / DBS disclosure (if offered the position).

What you'll get

• Home-based working with flexible hours.
• 25 days holiday - plus an additional 3 days at Christmas (& bank holidays).
• Pension (5.5% employer contribution).
• Healthcare Cashplan.
• Annual performance-based salary increase.
• Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programmes.

 
What we do
 
The National Deaf Children's Society are the leading charity for deaf children. We give expert support on childhood deafness, raise awareness and campaign for deaf children's rights, so they have the same opportunities as everyone else.
 
 
Pre-employment checks
 
As part of our commitment to creating a safe and trusted environment for the children, young people and families we support, all offers of employment are subject to background checks. These include Right to Work verification, Criminal Record Disclosure, and ID and address verification.
 
To complete an online Right to Work check, you will need a valid UK or Irish passport, or a government share code if you are not a British citizen. If an online check is not possible, we’ll need to verify your documents in person at our London office. Please be aware that travel time and expenses for this appointment cannot be reimbursed.
 
Disability Confidence
 
We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to offering interviews to candidates who request to be considered under the disability confident scheme and meet the minimum requirements of the person specification. 
 
The National Deaf Children’s Society is a registered charity in England and Wales no. 1016532 and in Scotland no. SC040779.

The Friendly Trust is seeking a committed and experienced Trust Officer to join our team. This role offers an opportunity to make a tangible difference by supporting vulnerable people to manage their financial affairs and access their rights.

The postholder will manage a varied caseload, providing advice, financial administration, and ongoing support to Service Users and their families. This includes working with welfare benefits, budgeting, and acting as a DWP corporate appointee where appropriate.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering person-centred advice on welfare benefits, financial management, and related matters
• Managing Service Users’ day-to-day finances, including budgeting and expenditure monitoring
• Developing and reviewing individual money management plans
• Maintaining accurate records in line with legal and regulatory requirements
• Building effective relationships with Service Users, families, and partner agencies
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, including the Mental Capacity Act 2005

About you

You will bring:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in social care, advocacy, or a related field
• Experience supporting disabled people, individuals with mental health needs, or vulnerable adults
• Knowledge of welfare benefits and relevant legislation
• Strong organisational, communication, and case management skills
• Experience of financial administration and record-keeping
• A full driving licence and access to a car

Job Description

Balance is looking for a dedicated compassionateSupport Worker/Driver to join our  Day Centre in Wandsworth.

Who you are

• You are someone who shares and is able to mobilise the charities values of Independence, Empowerment, Partnership, Professionalism, Staff Recognition and Sustainability. If you have knowledge, application and commitment to these values we want to hear from you.
• You must  have a Clean Current D1 Driving License.

Who we are

At Balance we are committed to empowering those we support to build independence, fulfilled and self-confident lives.  We work hard to ensure our charitable values are central to the professional experience of those who work for us, with us and who benefit from our services. 

Main Responsibilities of the Job

• To provide support and assistance during journeyspick up and drop of duties at the commencement and end of sessions at our day centres.
• To demonstrate Balance values of partnership, independence, professionalism, empowerment, staff recognition and sustainability in your conduct and approach to your work
• Through partnership, support and develop peoples skills, confidence and interests as part of a multi-disciplinary day service offer.
• To support your colleagues, service managers and other key professionals to put those using our service at the centre of your daily work. .
• To maintain and update client and related operational records with an accurate and professional commitment.
• To ensure compliance with and the delivery of the charity policies and procedures particularly those related to safeguarding, inclusion and disability discrimination.
• To support clients with there daily activities and to promote their independence 
• To be able to communicate effectively with families , colleauges and  clients.

Working Expectations

• The working day is  8.00am - 5.30pm Monday to Friday -  The current rate reflects the additional hours 
• Drive a passenger service vehicle.
• Attendance at training. 
• Use of information technology to support your work.

Benefits of Working for us

The charity ensures the following benefits for all its operational staff:

• A baseline commitment to pay London living wage for all its front line staff.
• A commitment to training and professional development to support internal progression as part of our performance support.
• Inclusion in and contribution to the charity's pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave allowance of 25 days a year plus an additional day off for your birthday.
• Access to a range of discount schemes.
• Access to the charity's employee assistance programme.
• Access to travel card loan and bike to work scheme.

We are currently seeking a freelance Social Media Manager who thrives on working on initiative, in an exciting and engaging environment. The post holder will manage our active channels: Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. With input from our small cross-functional team, we are seeking someone to draft text and create content (including video and reels) for our audiences, which are made up of families living with Dravet Syndrome, health and care professionals and researchers. We use Canva for design.

You’ll post and schedule (using Hootsuite) dynamic, engaging and creative content, helping to amplify the voices and stories of our community. This includes sharing a range of updates, from family events to scientific developments; promoting the services that Dravet Syndrome UK provides to its beneficiaries; and supporting fundraising activities.

You will contribute to reporting, use findings to impact future content, keep up with social media trends and identify improvements to reach new audiences. At the moment, our content is mostly organic, but from time to time, there may be a budget to get involved in paid-for campaigns.

This role offers the opportunity to use your skills to amplify stories that genuinely matter: from sharing the latest research to helping a family feel less alone. In a small team (8 people), your contribution is visible and valued. Our dedicated team is deeply connected to our core audience, and their motivation stems from witnessing our profound impact on people's lives. Working alongside inspiring families, you'll see first-hand the incredible love and dedication they have. 

We offer flexible, remote working and a supportive environment. Join us today and contribute to making a lasting difference in the lives of those we support.

We are seeking applicants with the following essential and desirable skills: 

Essential

·Demonstrable experience in implementing digital communications activities, including experience across a range of social media platforms

·Demonstrable experience of working in charity, patient advocacy or healthcare sectors 

·Ability to deal with people at all levels with empathy, tact and credibility

·Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to distil large amounts of information and present it in engaging and innovative ways for a variety of audiences 

·Demonstrable design skills and knowledge of desktop publishing software e.g. using Canva to create in-house designs for social media

·Good understanding of brand, visual identity and corporate communication

·Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritise

·Be a self-starter and team player with experience of remote working, and able to work effectively with colleagues using remote technology (e.g. Zoom, Google meets, etc)

Desirable

·Experience using Hootsuite or similar scheduling and social media management platforms

·Video and reels creation skills, including basic editing

·Experience of paid social media campaigns (Meta, LinkedIn)

·Familiarity with analytics tools and translating data into actionable insights

·Basic knowledge of SEO and how social content supports wider digital presence

·Experience working with or for small charities or membership organisations

About Dravet Syndrome

Dravet Syndrome UK (DSUK) is a small independent UK charity dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by Dravet Syndrome. Dravet Syndrome is a rare neurological condition that affects around one in every 15,000 people in the UK. As well as experiencing severe, difficult-to-control seizures, children and adults with Dravet Syndrome have varying degrees of intellectual disability and a spectrum of associated conditions (known as ‘comorbidities’), which may include autism, ADHD, behaviours that challenge and difficulties with speech, mobility, eating and sleep. 

About Dravet Syndrome UK

The charity was founded in 2009 by a small group of 30 families. Today, DSUK is a registered charity helping approximately 600 families with support, education, and research programmes, underpinned by a world-class Medical Advisory Board. 

How to apply

Please submit your CV and a covering letter indicating why you are interested in applying for this role and how you meet the selection criteria. 

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help make the application process work for you

The closing date for applications is Tuesday, 9th June 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to take part in an online (virtual) interview later in June. 

Our commitment to diversity

As part of our ambitions to improve equality and diversity, we welcome applications for this role from those who identify under any of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010, which include race, age, disability, gender, religion or belief, and sexual orientation.

We are seeking a Relationship Fundraiser.  This is an exciting and varied role incorporating developing corporate partnerships, supporting volunteer fundraisers, organising fundraising events, and building relationships with community groups.

Sight Support West of England exists to reduce the impact of sight loss, supporting blind and partially sighted people across the county to lead independent lives and to secure equal access to services. 

The role is based in Bristol, Bath and South Gloucestershire, and you will be travelling around the area to meet supporters and attend fundraising events.  You will need to regularly attend our office in Bristol.  There will also be occasional travel to our partner offices in Devizes (Wiltshire) and Cheltenham. 

As Relationship Fundraiser, you will be playing a key role in ensuring the financial success and stability of our charity.  There is a wide salary band depending upon experience.  You might be coming to this role as a fundraiser, looking to develop your career, or as an established fundraiser looking to use your skills in your local community. 

Full details of the post can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, along with details of how to apply for this post.  Sight Support is committed to equality and valuing diversity, and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you would like to discuss any elements of the role in advance of applying, please do contact us for an informal discussion.