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About the Role: Are you a passionate and experienced policy professional with a commitment to social justice? The Alliance for Youth Justice are seeking an Interim Policy Manager to lead our policy and public affairs work until 30th April 2026. As we develop our next strategic plan and give full and proper consideration to the staffing required to deliver it, the Interim Policy Manager will support us to deliver our current strategic and funded commitments. This is a critical role focused on influencing policy and systemic change for children in contact with the youth justice system, including a clear focus on developing a racial justice approach.
Flexible Working Arrangements: We understand that talent comes in many forms, and we're committed to finding the right person for this role. We are open to a range of working arrangements:
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Salaried Contract: A standard employment contract until 30th April 2026.
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Secondment: We strongly encourage applications from individuals currently working within an AYJ member organisation who are interested in a secondment. Please discuss this with your current employer before applying.
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Freelance contract: Individuals or firms interested in undertaking the role on a freelance consultancy basis are welcome to apply. Please outline your proposed day rate and availability in your application.
What You’ll Be Doing:
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Driving our influencing strategy to achieve policy change.
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Working with our members to develop compelling, evidence-based policy positions.
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Building and managing relationships with politicians, civil servants, and key stakeholders.
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Ensuring the voices of children and young people with lived experience are central to our work.
Who We're Looking For: You will have a strong background in policy and influencing work, with a proven ability to bring about change. You're a skilled communicator, a strategic thinker, and have a deep understanding of the political landscape and the issues affecting children in the youth justice system.
What We Offer:
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Impactful work: The opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in the lives of young people.
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Collaborative and values driven team: A supportive and passionate team dedicated to our mission and values.
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Competitive Salary: £33516 per annum for a 28 hour week (£41895 per annum pro rata).
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Flexible Working: Home working and flexible hours to balance your work and personal life.
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Annual Leave: 25 days pro rata plus bank holidays and an additional 3 days to be taken between Christmas and New Year.
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Pension: We currently make a 5% employer contribution in addition to any employee contribution.
To Apply:
If you're passionate about youth justice and have the skills and experience to make a difference in this role, we encourage you to apply.
We recognise that historically marginalised groups may choose not to apply for a role they could be brilliant for because they don’t see themselves in every single element of the person specification. If you are interested in applying but aren’t sure that you have all of the skills and experience listed, please do still apply.
Application Deadline: 9.00 am, 8th October 2025.
Interviews: 15th and 16th October.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Make a real difference in Lewisham – coordinate a vital volunteer-led transport service that helps vulnerable adults stay connected and independent.
Age UK Lewisham and Southwark (AUKLS) is a local, independent, self-funded charity dedicated to improving the lives of older people in Lewisham and Southwark. We pride ourselves on our open and participative working environment, adhering to core values of fairness and equality as a service provider, employer, and partner.
AUKLS is looking for a passionate and organised Transport Coordinator to manage our Community Connections Lewisham Transport scheme. This volunteer-led service supports local residents who struggle to use public transport due to physical or psychological barriers, helping them get to appointments, activities and essential services.
You’ll be the heart of the operation – matching service users with volunteer drivers, overseeing bookings and referrals, and ensuring the service runs smoothly and safely.
This is a fixed-term role until 31 March 2026, with the potential to continue if further funding is secured. You’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive team that values flexibility, wellbeing and professional growth.
Join a friendly, values-driven charity and lead a service that’s all about people, purpose and community.
If you’re empathetic, organised, and excited by the idea of connecting people and making a tangible impact in your community – we’d love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Purpose:
To lead and manage hosting schemes across Derby, Nottingham, and Derbyshire, including the Homes for Ukraine Scheme. The role involves ensuring effective delivery, compliance, and coordination of hosting services, while providing strategic oversight, operational leadership, and support both Hosts and Guests.
Key Responsibilities:
Direct Support for Refugees and Hosts
- Facilitate initial reception, orientation, and support for guests.
- Provide advice on benefits, housing, health, education, and employment.
- Accompany individuals and families to appointments as needed.
- Support guests in tenancy, registering for utilities and accessing relevant services.
- Facilitate introductory meetings and regular placement reviews between hosts and guests.
- Monitor progress of placements, troubleshoot issues, and provide ongoing support to Hosts and Guests
Promoting Integration and Independence
- Encourage engagement in community activities and Upbeat Communities’ programs where appropriate.
- Foster empowerment through relationships based on mutual respect and trust.
- Liaise with local authorities, referral agencies and stakeholders for smooth registration and referrals.
- Collaborate with social housing providers and other partners to ensure access to services.
Community Engagement and Public Awareness
- Work with local voluntary and community organisations to foster a welcoming environment.
- Promote and publicise all hosting schemes, including working with the comms team to develop digital resources
- Deliver awareness and training sessions about Hosting to stakeholders.
- Support with recruitment, training and onboarding of new hosts across all schemes.
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Development
- Maintain accurate and GDPR-compliant records, including referral databases.
- Contribute to monitoring and evaluation processes to ensure efficiency and impact.
- Provide accurate project delivery data to inform reviews.
- Produce written reports detailing delivery targets, challenges, and opportunities.
- Facilitate reviews of project delivery and implement changes based on data and stakeholder feedback.
- Support partnership meetings and contribute information for funding bids when required.
Line Management and Recruitment
- Line manage relevant project staff (and volunteers) and initiate annual reviews to identify targets and learning opportunities.
- Support recruitment processes, including job descriptions, shortlisting, and interview panels.
- Create induction plans for new staff and organise relevant training.
Strategic Contribution
- Analyse project delivery data to identify trends and capacity issues.
- Contribute to Upbeat Communities’ strategic objectives and future development.
- Support funding bids and tenders for future project work.
- Represent Upbeat Communities at partnership meetings, events, and media interviews.
Finance
- Manage staff expenses and oversee project budget expenditure in collaboration with the Head of Delivery.
- Contribute to project budget setting and ensure financial efficiency.
Person Specification:
Essential Criteria:
Core Values:
- Consistently demonstrates self-awareness, empathy, and social skills to build positive interactions.
- Acts with compassion, fostering a supportive environment and contributing meaningfully to others' well-being.
- Actively seeks opportunities for development, applying new knowledge with humility and creativity.
- Encourages autonomy and confidence, enabling individuals to reach their full potential.
Skills & Abilities:
- Excels in workload management, maintains calm under pressure, and mentors others in effective task prioritisation.
- Excels in problem-solving, making confident decisions and inspiring proactive approaches in others.
- Competently uses IT, including email, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Airtable for routine tasks.
- Exhibits deep understanding of refugee and asylum seeker experiences, driving initiatives that promote their inclusion and empowerment.
- Thrives in dynamic settings, leads through change, and mentors others in adaptability and task management.
- Recognises the need for innovation and understands basic tools for driving change.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to connect across cultural and language barriers.
- Excels in interpersonal skills, fostering deep connections, and mentoring others in communication and collaboration.
- Upholds ethical standards, demonstrates honesty, and ensures confidentiality in all actions.
- Champions cultural inclusion, driving initiatives that promote diversity and fostering a culture of respect.
Leadership Abilities
- Understands the basic concepts of inspiring and guiding teams.
- Understands negotiation principles but requires guidance to engage effectively.
- Recognises the value of professional development and engages in basic learning activities.
- Displays enthusiasm and focus in achieving goals but needs direction
- Builds strong partnerships, represents the organisation confidently, and maintains productive relationships.
- Has basic knowledge of financial principles and can assist in budgeting or reporting tasks.
- Understands strategic principles and contributes to discussions with guidance.
- Identifies basic risks and supports mitigation efforts with guidance.
- Understands team management principles and supports basic supervision tasks.
- Recognises the value of professional relationships and participates in networking opportunities with guidance.
- The right to work in the UK.
- Full UK Driving licence and access to your own transport.
Desirable Criteria:
- Previous experience working with refugees and asylum seekers.
- Experience of working in partnership with Social Housing providers
- Experience of working with families and children.
- Experience in delivering workshops or community events.
- Experience recruiting volunteers.
- Experience launching new projects.
- Fluency in a language relevant to the communities we work with.
Empowering individuals and families to thrive as they rebuild their lives.





The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join Our Team as a Training Conferences and Events Officer and make a difference to children and young people’s lives!
Anna Freud is seeking three Training Conferences and Events Officers to join our world-leading mental health charity for children, young people, and their families. Our mission is to close the gap in wellbeing and mental health by advancing, translating, delivering, and sharing the best science and practice with everyone who impacts the lives of children, young people, and their families.
More information about Anna Freud is available on our website.
Please note: We have 3 positions available, one of which will be required to support occasional onsite, in-person training at our London office.
Our EDI commitment
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and being an equal opportunities employer, whereby equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are core to our recruitment practices. All candidates who meet the job criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of ethnic origin, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, socioeconomic background, caring responsibilities and care experience.
We ask candidates to share their diversity dimensions with us to help us identify, tackle and prevent bias across the employee lifecycle. We believe a diverse workforce enhances our ability to support mental health and wellbeing, allowing us to better meet the needs of the children, young people and families we serve.
As a Disability Confident employer, disabled candidates meeting our criteria are guaranteed an interview. Applications are submitted anonymously and assessed using a fair evaluation process based on the criteria set out in our job profiles.
What we offer
We offer a range of staff benefits and you can view them on our website.
What you’ll do
As the Training Conferences and Events Officer, you will plan, coordinate, and deliver high-quality online, in-person, and hybrid training events for mental health professionals.
You will manage all aspects of event logistics, including scheduling, bookings, budgets, payments, and trainer travel, while keeping accurate records and reporting data to support ongoing improvement. A key part of the role is providing excellent customer service, responding to enquiries, and building strong relationships with trainers, supervisors, and commissioners.
The Training Conferences and Events Officer will also work closely with the wider team, offering support and cover where needed to ensure every event runs smoothly, from planning through to delivery and evaluation.
What you’ll bring
The ideal candidate will be a highly organised and proactive individual with experience coordinating training or events, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while delivering excellent customer service to a wide range of stakeholders.
•Event coordination experience: You will have a proven background in organising and delivering online or in-person training, conferences, or events.
•Project management skills: Ability to manage time effectively, work under pressure, and prioritise competing deadlines across multiple projects.
•Strong communication: Excellent interpersonal and written skills, with confidence in working with stakeholders at all levels.
•Attention to detail: High accuracy in record-keeping and database management, with the initiative to create efficient administrative systems.
•IT proficiency: Confident use of Microsoft Office, databases, and online platforms such as Salesforce.
Key details
Hours: Full-time: usual working hours are Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00 – flexibility to support training, conferences and events outside of these hours required
Location: Hybrid (a mixture of home and onsite working): staff are working onsite for at least 20% of their working hours, either at our London site (4-8 Rodney Street, London N1 9JH) our Northern Hub (Huckletree, The Express Building, 9 Great Ancoats Street, Manchester M4 5AD).
Please note: We have 3 positions available, one of which will be required to support occasional onsite, in-person training at our London office.
Next steps
Closing date for applications: midday (12pm), Monday, 6 October 2025. Please note that due to high application volumes, we may close this advert early. We encourage you to apply promptly and to keep an eye on our future vacancies for more opportunities.
Notification of interview: shortlisted applicants will be notified no later than Wednesday, 8 October 2025. During shortlisting, applicants are anonymously assessed using the criteria visible in the Job Profile. Please note: due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.
Interviews: will be held remotely in week commencing 13 October 2025
How to apply: visit our website via the apply button. We are unable to accept CVs and kindly request no contact from agencies.
Questions?
Please email us with any job enquiries, or if you require assistance or experience difficulties when applying. Please note that successful candidate(s) will be asked to evidence their Right to Work in the UK post-job offer – we do not hold a sponsor license therefore we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship.
Our vision is a world where all children and young people are able to achieve their full potential.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Have you got experience in fundraising and partnerships? Are you looking for a rewarding and varied role where you can make a real difference? Changeworks are looking for a Fundraising Development Lead to identify and secure funding to help more people to decarbonise their homes.
This role will play a key part in ensuring Changeworks can continue to deliver a range of projects and services across Scotland. The Fundraising Development Lead will secure income through the identification, development and writing of funding applications.
You will work with the Business Development team and senior managers on the delivery and successful execution of Changeworks’ business development strategy. Building excellent stakeholder relationships with internal and external stakeholders will be a key element of this role and will support the delivery of opportunities such as joint bids and initiatives.
The Fundraising Development Lead will also provide peer support to Changeworks staff through working proactively with team managers to identify ideas and opportunities in line with their plans and priorities.
About you
You will have in-depth fundraising experience with proven expertise in securing funding for projects and services. You will have a track record of securing charitable trust and grant income and experience of managing long term relationships with funders and partners. A knowledge of the retrofit, energy or fuel poverty sectors would be beneficial but not essential.
About us
Changeworks is a leading organisation dedicated to decarbonising Scotland’s homes and a just transition to net zero. We deliver services in energy advice, retrofit management, and decarbonisation solutions, alongside independent consultancy. Through partnerships across the UK, we help accelerate the transformation of Scotland’s homes toward sustainability.
Changeworks is a great place to work. We hold Investors in People Platinum accreditation (something only a few organisations in Scotland have), and we were nominated for employer of the year by the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce this year. Our staff overwhelmingly would recommend us as an employer too.
The Climate Emergency has resulted in ambitious national targets to reduce carbon emissions from the built environment and reduce rates of fuel poverty. This has driven a significant increase in the number of pilot and large-scale interventions delivered by Changeworks and external organisations in this area. These include area-based domestic energy efficiency retrofit and decarbonisation projects and programmes.
We are a growing organisation, and this role is crucial to the delivery of our ambitious objectives. We want to decarbonise homes in Scotland on a massive scale, and that needs talented individuals like you to help us deliver on our objectives. You’ll receive full training plus coaching and mentoring.
We offer a wide range of staff benefits including flexible working, bike to work scheme, an excellent pension scheme and 26 days paid holiday plus 9 public holidays per year.
At Changeworks, we welcome and encourage applications from everyone.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The Talent Set are delighted to be working with Demelza Charity to find their Individual Giving Manager.
The charity offers a flexible working environment, with hybrid working 2 days per week from their office in Sittingbourne, Kent.
Reporting into the Head of Lottery and Individual Giving, you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of the Individual Giving and Legacy programme. You will lead on the planning and delivery of multi-channel fundraising campaigns, including print, digital, telephone and more, across a diverse portfolio of regular giving, one-off donations, appeals, payroll giving, in-memory giving and legacies.
Key Responsibilities:
· Create and monitor campaign metrics, set targets and analyse performance to inform future activity and maximise opportunities
· Identify opportunities within our data for further stewardship and relationship building communications which drive further growth
· Provide data briefs and collaborate with the Database Support Executive to ensure effective use of supporter data
· Work with the Digital Marketing Team to enhance and maximise the online presence of Individual Giving and Legacy products
· Monitor and respond to attrition trends, implementing strategies to maintain supporter retention
· Communicate plans and activity internally to ensure they are fully understood and supported throughout the organisation
· Test, monitor and evaluate appeals and campaigns to generate actionable insights and inform future strategic planning
· Build strong cross-department relationships across Demelza to support sustainable income generation
Person Specification:
· Proven experience in managing end-to-end fundraising campaigns
· Strong understanding of multi-channel acquisition and retention strategies
· Excellent relationship management skills and interpersonal skills
· Demonstrated ability to analyse performance data and identify trends to inform future activity
· Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, with strong organisational and time management skills
· Proficient in using databases to accurately record information, and form insights to guide future activity
· Understanding of a broad range of individual giving products and fundraising techniques
· Experience working collaboratively with external fundraising agencies and suppliers
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
We deliver extraordinary care to extraordinary children facing serious or life-limiting conditions, providing support for all the family.

We are looking for an Interim HR Business Partner, for an immediate start, for a non- profit organisation in South East London. Presence onsite ideally 3/4 days a week will be required initially ideally with some flexibility to work from home 2 days a week once established in role.
-Supporting the Head of HR - on general HR and improving organisation wide engagement.
-Employee Relations - case management both informal and formal, grievances and absences.
-Improving general compliance, audit of data to determine improvements required.
-Implementation of strong operational processes - improved workflows for HR team.
-Updating of policies and procedures - complete review and update.
Salary for this role is £50,000 + benefits and is for an initial 6 month contract.
Are you an experienced professional with a passion for philanthropy and high-net-worth client management? Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a fantastic charity to recruit for the Senior Relationship Manager in order to manage a diverse portfolio of High-Net-Worth donors and Collective Fund accounts, overseeing the administration of their charitable giving.
You’ll apply your compliance and grant making expertise to support impactful philanthropy while working alongside a talented, entrepreneurial team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence wider organisational initiatives and grow your career in a fast paced, mission driven environment.
As a Senior Relationship Manager you will:
- Manage complex Donor Advised Fund and Collective Fund clients with a strong focus on client service.
- Handle financial administration, including bookkeeping, reconciliation, and payments.
- Ensure all activities comply with UK charity law and regulatory standards.
- Liaise effectively with clients, intermediaries, and third party providers.
- Support process improvements, team development, and external communications.
- Represent the organisation at events and networking opportunities.
To be successful, you must have experience:
- Significant experience in grant making and compliance within the charity sector.
- Proven track record in relationship management, ideally with HNW/UHNW clients.
- Exceptional communication and client stewardship skills.
- Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable handling sensitive data.
- Proactive, solution oriented, and able to thrive in a fast moving environment.
Salary: Starting salary £40,000+ bonus
Contract type:Full-time, permanent
Location- London, hybrid working
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.
The Psychologist/Psychotherapist will deliver high-quality, evidence-based psychological interventions, providing psychological assessments, formulations, and therapeutic support to asylum seekers and refugees with complex trauma-related mental health needs. This role will focus on the delivery of trauma-informed care, including interventions such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT) and Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET).
The psychologist/psychotherapist will work within a multidisciplinary team, collaborating closely with caseworkers, assistant psychologists, and other stakeholders to ensure the integration of psychological services into broader psycho-social support. A key responsibility is supporting and supervising assistant psychologists in the delivery of interventions, ensuring adherence to evidence-based practices and the service’s ethical standards.
DEPARTMENT: Programmes Unit (UK Migration Project)
HOURS: Full time 37.5 hours a week
LENGTH OF CONTRACT: Fixed Term Contract, one year with possibility of three-year renewal, subject to project funding
LOCATION: A 5-day in-person role working in the project clinic in Birmingham/Sandwell.
SALARY: Salary: £46,784.49 - £ 57,181.04 per annum
Internal salary grade: 15
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Medical Detection Dogs trains dogs to save lives.
We train specialist dogs to detect the odour of human disease, providing life-saving Medical Alert Assistance Dogs (MAAD) to people with complex health problems across the UK and collaborating with NHS Trusts and other researchers and Universities both in the UK and internationally to advance the early diagnosis of disease.
We have an exciting new opportunity to join this innovative charity that is a world-leader in its specialist field.
JOB TITLE: Assistance Dog Trainer (Puppy & Advanced)
LOCATION: Based out of our Training Centre in Great Horwood, near Milton Keynes with responsibility for puppies placed with socialisers in Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, and Northamptonshire (with possible travel outside these areas from time to time)
SALARY BAND: £23,800 to £27,000
JOB TYPE: Full-time permanent, with occasional evenings and weekends required
REPORTS TO: Assistance Dog Training Manager
The Job
We are looking for someone with the skills, experience and passion to join our team of trainers responsible for organising and monitoring the progress of our puppies and young dogs, when required into advanced training to ensure they receive the highest standard of socialisation and training, thereby maximising their chances of becoming a Medical Detection Dog.
We have an exciting new opportunity to join this small innovative charity that is a world leader in its specialist field.
Responsibilities
Training and Development of Puppies:
- Take responsibility for a group of puppies (approximately 10) allocated to socialisers living in your geographical area
- Provide training that adheres to ADUK regulations and MDD quality standards in accordance with timescales and targets
- To deliver effective training by holding puppy classes, 121’s and home visits with socialisers in your geographical area
- Conduct regular training sessions with assistance dogs in training in various environments to ensure they are confident and responsive in real-world settings
- To prepare the puppy to be a Medical Alert Assistance Dog, using positive reinforcement techniques to teach desired behaviours and modify unwanted behaviours
- Regularly monitor progress of the puppies in your area and provide detailed, evidenced feedback to the senior team within Dog Supply and Training
- Support and assist when required with the potential matches for a particular assistance dog partnership.
- To successfully prepare the puppy to pass the relevant Assistance Dog assessments
- Where necessary, highlight to your line manager, any dogs that are not progressing sufficiently through the training programme
Socialiser Support
- Be the first point of contact for the socialisers in your area, which will include guidance, support and instruction to socialisers on effective work and training with their assistance dogs
- Provide general health care advice within your core working hours
Socialiser Recruitment
- When required, assist in the recruitment of new volunteer socialisers
- When required, to assess prospective new volunteer socialisers, including home, workplace, pet dog and children assessments
Advanced Assistant Dog Trainer
- When required, take dogs home during the advance training period to ensure continuous development and reinforcement of training routines
- To arrange the training plan for each dog in advance training that’s under your supervision, including day to day arrangements for training, collection, pick up and holiday cover
- To ensure all dogs receive the appropriate training required, to pass their final assessment
- To work closely with the Medical Alert Assistance Dog (MAAD) team and to support the final stages of the dogs matching process, including agreeing any client specific queries before carrying out the client and dog meet onsite
- To carry out any client specific training on the advanced dogs
- When required, to support the dog and client home stay
- To work closely with the Health & Welfare team regarding any dogs under their supervision
- Complete the appropriate paperwork for training records, assessments and recruitment of volunteers
- Report any concerns, communicate feedback and request guidance where appropriate.
- To successfully complete the handover of the Assistance dog to the MAAD Instructor, within the timelines agreed
- To carry out appropriate feedback to the Dog Supply team on how dogs are progressing under their supervision
- To support with the Temporary Fosterer application process and provide support to the Temporary Fosterer’s who may look after advanced dogs in training
- Where necessary, highlight to your line manager, any dogs that are not progressing sufficiently through the advanced training programme
Other
- Update the Harlequin CRM database in a timely fashion to ensure accurate and up to date training, veterinary and health records
- Support the charity’s fundraising, communications and volunteering teams as required, specifically in relation to your area
- Share best practice with colleagues across the charity
- Other tasks or ad hoc duties agreed with your line manager required to ensure the successful running of the charity
Knowledge & Experience
- Experience in training Assistance Dogs
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in dog training
- Basic theory of practical dog training
- Law in relation to dogs
- Knowledge of medical conditions relevant to puppies between 8 weeks and 2 years of age
- Dog and human psychology
- Health and safety implications of dog and socialiser handling
- Experience and understanding of ADUK, ADI regulations and MDD's internal quality standards
Skills and Abilities
Ability to demonstrate high quality judgement and a proven track record in relation to the following:
- Dog training matters including the analysis of temperaments, appropriate training methods and requirements necessary to maintain public perception in assistance dogs
- Solutions to training and behavioural problems
- Socialiser training including the ability to assess each person’s preferred learning style and adapt as appropriate your training approach, the specific programmes to be followed
- Strong and clear teaching and instructing skills
- Ability to plan work, be organised and ensure that time is utilised effectively for yourself, colleagues and socialisers
- Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with a wide range of people internally and externally. This will include clients and their families, fosterers, other professional service providers, members of the public, the media, managers and other colleagues
- High level of IT literacy and report writing skills including experience of using Microsoft based programs such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Internet Explorer and Power Point
Personal Attributes
- You should be supportive of the charitable aims of Medical Detection Dogs and capable of working as part of a team, as well as able to motivate yourself.
- You should be adaptable and positively embrace change by not only being flexible towards the ideas of others but also putting forward ideas to colleagues. This will involve creativity in problem solving and making appropriate responses to new ideas and unexpected situations.
Values & Behaviours
There are a few key values that we believe are important in the workplace:
· Respect
· Cooperation
· Honesty
· Fairness
Based on the values listed above, we encourage the behaviours below in the charity:
· Respectful communication
· Cooperating with others
· Honesty in all interactions
· Fairness in decision making
Benefits
- Sick Pay
- Health Cover
- 26 days holiday, increasing with service
- 5% Employer Pension Contribution
- Life Assurance
- Free On-site parking
Finally, the successful candidate will also be expected to:
- Hold a full UK Driving Licence
- Provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK.
- Undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
- Work some evenings and weekends
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are now seeking a proactive and purposeful leader, as our new Deputy Director, UK Funding,
This role is responsible for setting the vision and overseeing delivery for our UK-wide grant making portfolio which offers larger funding to organisations looking to scale impact and shift systems, benefitting communities across the UK. The postholder will have accountability for over £110 million in grant funding annually, and play a central role in ensuring public money is used responsibly, strategically, and with transformative impact.
This is a crucial leadership appointment – you will be part of the Funding Strategy, Innovation and UK directorate leadership team contributing to how we design, and deliver bold, community-led solutions to meet the challenges of our time, aligned with our equity-focused funding ambitions.
We are looking for an engaging candidates who can provide clear leadership to this vital brief months. You will be responsible for representing the Fund and to continue to develop excellent relationships with senior level external stakeholders as well as actively engaging with and building constructive relationships with senior level colleagues across the Senior Management Team and all Directorates.
Candidates will bring senior grant making experience, a strategic mindset, and a people-first leadership style to drive excellence in deliver, and embed equity and sustainability across all we do. Wherever you are, you will provide a clear vision, bring a systematic approach to delivery, and have the capability to build personal credibility quickly. You will have excellent interpersonal skills, show credibility at Board level, and demonstrate strategic judgement. Importantly, you will bring a collaborative approach in working with our talented and committed teams.
Occasional UK-wide travel is required in the role.
Interview Date: Interviews will be held online on 15th October 2025.
Location: UK-wide - We have a hybrid approach to working, work pattern and location will be agreed with the successful candidate. The role can be based at any of our UK offices, these are Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Newcastle and Newtown.
If you would like to find out more about the role, there will be an online information session on Wednesday 01 October 10.30-11.15. Please contact us to book a space or to ask any questions about the recruitment process.
On application, please upload your CV and align your supporting statement to the criteria below
Essential criteria
- Significant experience of specific funding knowledge across a broad range of funding products and from identification of need, development of offer through to awards and learning.
- Demonstrable experience of relationship-management both internally and externally.
- influencing and negotiating skills to develop and enhance relationships with senior stakeholders across sectors, and work with non-executive Boards and Committees.
- Proven people leadership with an ability to communicate purpose and direction, enabling and developing teams.
- Operational delivery experience - maintaining highest quality and consistent standards across teams, budget, financial controls, and external partnerships.
- Experience of embedding equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) into all aspects of work.
Desirable criteria
- Experience of identifying and building significant, multi-stakeholder partnerships.
- Experience of working in a UK-wide context
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.
We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)
It starts with community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Finance Director
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Finance, People and Operations to lead central functions and help shape future success.
Salary: £67,000–£76,000 pro rata (depending on experience)
Location: Hybrid / London
Hours: Part time 0.8/ 32 hours per week or Part-time, 0.6 FTE / 24 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: 25th October 2025
About the Role
As a member of the Executive Team, you will provide financial, operational and people-focused leadership while ensuring robust governance and sustainable growth.
You will oversee finance, HR, operations and IT through a small but committed team, ensuring systems, processes and culture enable delivery of the organisation’s mission.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing strategic advice on finance, operations and people matters
- Leading financial planning, budgeting and risk management
- Managing and supporting the Finance Manager and Head of HR, Operations and IT
- Ensuring efficient financial systems and compliance with legal and regulatory obligations
- Supporting recruitment, development and retention to sustain a collaborative and values-driven culture
- Overseeing operational systems and governance, including Board and committee reporting
This is a hands-on leadership role in a small, agile organisation where you will combine strategic insight with practical delivery.
About You
We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant experience in both strategic and operational finance, ideally in non-profit or mission-driven organisations.
You will bring:
- Strong financial expertise, including hands-on management and planning
- Experience of operations, governance and risk management
- A collaborative leadership style, with the ability to manage small teams effectively
- A practical mindset, able to improve systems and processes in resource-conscious settings
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and social justice
You will thrive if you are motivated by making systems work better, enjoy working across multiple functions, and want to contribute to lasting positive change.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Finance Director, Director of Resources, Chief Operating Officer, Head of Finance and Operations, Director of Corporate Services, Director of Finance and Resources, Finance and Operations Director, Director of Finance and Administration, Director of Operations and Finance, Director of Business Services, Chief Finance and Operations Officer (CFOO), Executive Director of Finance and Resources, Director of Finance and Governance, Head of Finance and Resources
Prospectus is excited to be partnering with our client in the search for a part-time Individual Giving Manager.
The organisation reconnects people to nature by helping them to enjoy, protect and enhance their local rivers. Whether it’s the Thames or one of its many tributaries, they offer inspiring ways for communities to get down to their local riverbank. Their aim is to rebuild the relationship between communities and their rivers, restoring river health and boosting wellbeing and community cohesion in the process.
The Individual Giving Manager will be responsible for building and growing the organisation’s individual giving programme from the ground up. This role will deliver engaging digital and traditional fundraising campaigns, design impactful supporter journeys, and strengthen donor stewardship to drive long-term value. Working closely with colleagues the postholder will develop campaigns such as seasonal appeals which contribute towards the organisation’s ambitious growth strategy.
The successful candidate will bring proven experience in individual giving and charity fundraising, with a track record of delivering multichannel campaigns and securing income growth. Solid digital fundraising skills are essential, including experience with platforms such as Donorfy, Mailchimp, and JustGiving. The role requires compelling copywriting and data analysis skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
This role is a part-time, permanent position (21hrs) with hybrid / flexible working in their Guildhall office, City of London. The salary for this role is £24,000 to £27,000 which is a full time equivalent of £40,000 to £45,000.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds. Please let us know if we can help you with the application process in any way. We are more than happy to make any reasonable adjustments to enable all interested candidates to apply. If you have any disability and would like assistance with completing an application then please contact Jessica Stoddart at Prospectus.
If you are interested in applying to this Individual Giving Manager position, please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call and/or meeting to brief you on the role. You’ll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
Children and Family Worker
We are looking for a Children and Family Worker to support children and young people who are victims of domestic abuse.
Position: Children and Family Worker
Location: Cross Green, Leeds, LS9/hybrid
Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week
Salary: SCP 7 £27,097 per annum pro rata
Contract: initial three-year contract with possibility to extend
Benefits: The provision of workplace wellbeing support and activities, hybrid working where the role allows, flexible working and a range of family friendly policies and free parking.
Closing Date: Friday 10th October 2025 at 9am
Interview Date: Thursday 16th October 2025
The Role
The Children & Family Worker will support children and young people in West Yorkshire affected by domestic abuse, working with families to build trust, identify needs, and set goals. Partnering with IDVA and colleagues, the role provides holistic, therapeutic, and practical support, promoting safety, self-esteem, healthy relationships, and protective networks.
You will build your relationships with the families to gain understanding of people’s strengths, interests and hobbies, whilst also building up knowledge of the support needs, barriers and issues faced by Gypsies and Travellers.
Duties and responsibilities include:
- Case Work
- Community Engagement
- Project Management
- Risk Management
- Partnership Development
About You
You will have experience of:
- Working with children and/or young people who are/have experienced trauma.
- Writing reports for example for monitoring and evaluation purposes.
- Recording information in a fact based and timely manner
- Working in a support-based role and building long lasting and trusting relationships.
PLEASE NOTE: CV’s will not be accepted for this role, you will be redirected through to the charity’s website where you will need to complete their application form
About the Organisation
You will be joining a vibrant and brave grassroots organisation led by Gypsy and Traveller people in West Yorkshire. This is an established and award-winning civil society organisation with a national profile. Recognised as being innovative, brave and creative. The overall aim of the charity is to improve the quality of life for Gypsies and Travellers through addressing inequalities in homes, health, education, and employment, financial and social inclusion. There are a number of community-facing and strategic projects to achieve aims including advocacy, community development and youth work.
Other roles you may have experience include Family Support, Children and Family Support, IDVA, Domestic Abuse, Criminal Justice, Advocate, Advocacy, Child Case Worker, Family Case Worker, Family Support Worker, Children and Family Support Worker, Family Support Case Worker, Children and Family Support Case Worker. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Our client are a dynamic and passionate team committed to reversing the most significant decline in young people’s well-being in over a generation. They believe it’s not inevitable that children’s lives get harder every year and they have a bold plan to change this. Their Major Appeal represents the most ambitious investment in early help and mental health support they have ever made. The team is now looking to appoint a Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager (contract) and Prospectus is leading the search.
The Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager will contribute to building and growing a robust pipeline through a strategic focus on new business, working with senior managers and leadership across the organisation to identify, qualify, and prioritise corporate partnership leads. You will oversee a portfolio of high-value corporate partners too, managing and coaching the Corporate Partnerships Manager and ensuring long-term engagement and financial contributions with partners as a committed team of corporate partnership fundraisers.
The successful candidate will bring a track record of personally securing significant partnerships with corporate partners and a personal set of experiences in new business development. You will ideally have experience of working with high performing corporate fundraising programmes and will have the knowledge and experience of developing effective processes, systems, frameworks and methodologies to enable high performing corporate engagement within philanthropy programmes.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Femke Vorstman at Prospectus.
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to submit a cover letter. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.