Jobs

The IOP is a friendly and ambitious organisation. Inclusion and diversity are central to our work and we have a ‘work anywhere’ policy to make working at the IOP as flexible as possible. Looking after our colleagues and supporting them in life and work is our priority, ensuring they can live their best lives, with competitive salaries, professional development opportunities and generous benefits.

Our comprehensive benefits package including:

• An excellent pension scheme - (up to 12% company contribution)
• Private medical insurance, life assurance, dental insurance, health care cash plan (via salary sacrifice) eye care vouchers, annual flu vaccinations, long service awards, employee assistance programme
• Floating bank holidays (choose where to take your bank holidays throughout the year)
• Generous annual leave (25 days starting as a standard)
• Flexible working and much more!

The Role

What will I be doing?

• Supporting the Manager- Teaching Workforce in the development of a report on Recruitment, Retention and Retraining physics teachers in further education
• Supporting the development of relationships with key stakeholders in the education sector, including curating key networks such as the Initial Teaching Training community
• Undertaking activities to support the development of a robust research and evidence base around: the factors underpinning the health of the physics teaching workforce and how best to create the conditions for this to thrive

Projects you work on may include:

• Curating and supporting stakeholder networks, including the Initial Teacher community
• Recruitment, Retention and Retraining Physics Teachers in Further Education report

Who will I work with?

• Manager- Teaching Workforce
• Supporting the ITE lead community
• Marketing and Communications
• Policy and Public Affairs

Ideally, we hope you’ll apply if your skills include:

Essential Criteria

• Experience of working in a project-based environment with significant internal and external stakeholder interest.  Note that formal project management qualifications are not a requirement. 
• Experience working in a strategy, policy or public affairs-related background. 
• Co-ordination of project budgets, liaising with project and finance leads

Nice to have

• An understanding of relevant aspects of the education policy landscape

The Institute of Physics is an open and inclusive organisation that welcomes and celebrates diversity. We know that not every candidate fits into a neat little box, and that's okay! So, even if your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified but you believe you’d bring passion, creativity, and a willingness to learn, we’d love to learn more about you!

Application

Alongside your CV, please ensure you include a cover letter stating how you meet the person specification. 

How will I be working?

The Institute of Physics is an inclusive employer and our people are at the heart of our approach to delivery. Following the impact of COVID-19, we have developed a new, innovative and exciting trust-based model of flexible working called How We Work. This empowers our staff to choose both individually and as a team how, when and where they work to deliver the goals of the organisation, acknowledging that there will be occasions where in-person meetings, collaborations and events will help generate greater impact. The How We Work initiative is based on the principles of collaboration, trust, flexibility and agility. You will be allocated a ‘base’ office which can also be a chosen place of work. 

Why should I want to work for the IOP?

The Institute of Physics (IOP) is the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland - we seek to raise public awareness and understanding of physics and support the development of a diverse and inclusive physics community. As a charity, we’re here to ensure that physics delivers on its exceptional potential to benefit society. There’s never been a more exciting time to join the IOP - watch our film to find out more about our work. 

To apply for this role please click the link below, best of luck with your applications!

We recognise personal unique characteristics, should you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in your application and/or throughout the recruitment process please do not hesitate to reach out to us for support.

The Institute of Physics is an open and inclusive organisation that welcomes and celebrates diversity.

We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Digital Content Officer to join our Service Design and Innovation team. Reporting to the Digital Platforms Manager, you will play a key role in developing and maintaining high-quality digital content across our platforms.

This role is home-based within England & Wales, the role is full time but we will consider applications from those interested in part-time hours and/or flexible working.

What we offer

At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes:

• Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
• Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
• Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
• Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
• Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
• Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
• Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
• Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
• Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
• Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
• Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.

About the Role

You'll work closely with service delivery teams, subject matter experts, and external partners to produce engaging, accessible content that supports victims and enhances our digital presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Commission, write, and produce digital content to support and inform service users.
• Collaborate with service delivery staff and local teams to create and roll out content.
• Maintain and update website content to improve user experience and increase self-referrals.
• Support the development and delivery of digital projects and enhancements.
• Develop SEO strategies and help manage our Google charity grant.
• Contribute to social media content and digital engagement.
• Use analytics to drive content improvements and insights.

You Will Have

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience editing and commissioning content for digital platforms.
• Proficiency with website content management systems.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Ability to simplify complex information into plain English.
• Experience using analytics tools to measure content performance.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and SEO best practices.
• A commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding.

Key Deliverables

• Accurate and engaging digital copy for core services.
• Reviewed and improved website content.
• Compelling content for social media and digital campaigns.

Additional Information

• The role involves working with sensitive and potentially traumatic subject matter.

• Occasional travel to attend meetings will be required.

• The interview process for this role will be in two stages, including a skills assessment and a competency based interview.
• Applicants will need to be available for assessment and interview dates scheduled for 21-10-25 and 28-10-25.

About Us:

Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.

Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.

At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the selection process.

How to apply:

To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.

The Salvation Army is recruiting a Head of Supporter Services. This critical role will ensure that The Salvation Army maintains and increases its impactful presence as one of the top ten charities in the UK, and as a worldwide Christian Church that puts belief into action. 

One of the UK’s most inspiring and best-known faith-based organisations, The Salvation Army, is looking for a Head of Supporter Services who will be responsible for ensuring supporters have a positive and memorable experience of engaging with the charity. 

As Head of Supporter Services, you will influence best practice in customer service and fulfilment. The ultimate goal is to help ensure that The Salvation Army, as one of the most diverse providers of community and social services in the UK and beyond, can continue to do so in the future, by implementing a supporter services strategy that underpins our ambitions for income growth and is absolutely right for our identity, brand and values. 

To be successful in this role you will have; 

• Substantial experience of delivering supporter services within a complex organisation 

• A confident people leader and collaborator 

• Ability to influence at a senior level and inspire and motivate colleagues. 

• Experience of managing budgets, developing spending plans and delivering financial reporting 

This is an exciting time to join The Salvation Army. If you are an ambitious experienced supporter services expert looking for your next challenge and would like to play a key role in The Salvation Army’s income growth, this could be the role you’re looking for. 

The Territorial Headquarters (THQ) are located in Denmark Hill, London, SE5 8FJ. The Salvation Army require the post-holder to work a minimum of 2 days per week from THQ, the Supporter Services Team are currently based there full time. 

To find out more, discuss any reasonable adjustments you may require and to progress an application, please download the Candidate Pack and email us to arrange a chat with our Recruitment team. 

Timeframes: 

Role closing: midnight Tuesday 9th September – please ensure you have allowed time for a screening conversation with the THINK Recruitment team before the closing date 

1st Stage interviews: 17th and 18th September 2025 

2nd Stage interviews: 25th September 2025 

Payroll Manager

Permanent, Full Time

This role can be based in any of our UK offices (London, Cardiff, Edinburgh, or Warrington)

You will be required to attend the office for a minimum of 2 days per week with the option to work remotely for the remaining 3 days.

Salary - UK C Band. High

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don't have to be Christian to work here - we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we're open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too.

Learn about our vision, mission and values

About the role

Reporting in to the Financial Planning & Analysis Lead, the Payroll Manager is a key role within our Finance team responsible for managing all aspects of Christian Aid's Global payroll function ensuring full compliance with relevant national and international legislation regarding salaries, income tax, pensions, national insurance and equivalent schemes (UK and overseas) requiring completeness and accuracy in all aspects to meet organisational needs.

The main areas of responsibility for the post-holder will be:

-Ensure process and systems are in place to facilitate payment for all Christian Aid and contract employees are accurate, on time, in compliance with all local (i.e. both UK and non-UK) legislation on tax and other deductions, and in accordance with Christian Aid employment policies and procedures.

-Monthly payroll reports prepared in a timely manner to support the payroll sign off process with a commitment to high quality work

-Relationship with the Payroll administrators is effectively managed promoting the exchange of ideas, empowering and maximising impact.

-Pension schemes are managed efficiently and effectively, ensuring that all statutory and administrative deadlines are met and aligned with organisational values and goals.

-Salary budgets and payroll management information is maintained and accurate and all ledger and control accounts are reconciled.

-Salary sacrifice and other benefit schemes are created and maintained according to HMRC regulations, and all statutory requirements are met.

-All aspects of payroll and related areas are managed and developed promoting a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and collective progress.

-Effective matrix management of the Senior People Advisors in relation to payroll activities and ensuring that People team members are trained and supported in technical areas in order to support the accurate and efficient running of the payroll function creating an environment of continuous learning, motivating the team to align with organisational values and goals.

-Leading project work ensuring correct implementation of government and organisational initiatives fostering collaboration and creating high-impact outcomes.

About you

Essential:

-Professional payroll qualification (MCIPP or equivalent).

-Proven track record in managing a highly effective payroll.

-Advanced knowledge of and expertise in HMRC regulations.

-Substantial experience in the use of one or more financial accounting packages.

-Highly developed technical skills ensuring detail and precision, and highly accurate numeracy skills.

-Advanced technical skills to the level required to be the system administrator for the computerised payroll system.

-High developed communication skills to advise and guide on technical issues and queries.

Desirable:

-Qualified accountant.

-Experience of one or more non-UK tax.

-Pensions administration experience and expertise.

-Project management and people skills.

-Expertise in designing, interpreting, running and reviewing relevant reports for both management information purposes and statutory requirements.

Further information

At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.

We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams.

We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid's faith identity.

All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants' previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this.

You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, please refer to the benefits booklet for your location to see our full list of employee benefits.

For Salary details for this role, please refer to the Salary band by location.

This role is based in Nairobi, Kenya. This role is open to the nationals of the country where the role is based.

You will be required to attend the office for a minimum of 2 days per week with the option to work remotely for the remaining 3 days.

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don't have to be Christian to work here - we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we're open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too.

Learn about our vision, mission and values

About the role

Reporting in to the Global Influencing Lead, the Pan Africa Advocacy and Policy Lead is a key member of the Policy and Influencing division who will oversee the Pan Africa advocacy strategy and coordinate with other Advocacy colleagues to co-design thematic global advocacy strategies, responding to partner voices and priorities and local contexts, aligning with organisational values and goals.

The post-holder will horizon scan the agendas of African institutions to advise and provide policy and advocacy insight to Global Influencing Lead, African MCCs and partners, fostering a team mindset and support a culture of knowledge sharing of ideas and insights at a continental level.

Collaborating with the MCC Policy and Advocacy Leads, and Programme Portfolio Lead, you will build a cohort of national and regional partnerships, including faith partnerships, to ensure that there is an appropriate balance of partners working on short- and medium-term outcomes and systemic change to align with organisational values and goals.

The post-holder will act as a convenor of policy and advocacy spaces by supporting and accompanying national and regional partners to engage in regional and global coalitions and networks enabling collaboration on shared priorities, fostering a mindset of connection.

You will act as an ambassador by representing Christian Aid and engage in regional and global spaces jointly with partners, collaborating with the MCC Advocacy and Policy Leads, ensuring alignment with organisational values and goals.

About you

Essential:

-Degree level qualification in a relevant field (International development, economics or comparable field).

-Substantial experience in supporting national and regional organisations to develop an advocacy strategy, including integrating advocacy into programme work.

-Substantial experience of supporting and accompanying partners to navigate and influence on a global scale.

-Substantial experience of devising, leading and implementing advocacy strategies, preferably in another NGO or faith group.

-Substantial experience of networking, building alliances and coordinating initiatives in networks and faith groups.

-Substantial experience of peer-to-peer learning.

-Substantial experience of policy research and managing research projects.

-Substantial experience of public speaking to a variety of audiences, including the media.

-Substantial experience of budget management.

-Detailed understanding of the current policy debates, trends and analytical frameworks around key development issues.

-Detailed understanding of power and political analysis, and rights based approaches.

-Detailed understanding of national and regional Civil Society and faith networks - their policy positions and dynamics.

-Understanding of how theology influences policy.

Further information

At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.

We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams. We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid's faith identity.

All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants' previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this.

You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, please refer to the benefits booklet for your location to see our full list of employee benefits.

For Salary details for this role, please refer to the Salary band by location.

Animals Asia: Philanthropy Manager (UK/Europe Lead)
Location: UK or EU home based.
Salary: £50,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

At Animals Asia, we don’t just talk about compassion – we live it. Every. Single. Day. We're on a powerful mission to end cruelty and restore respect for animals across Asia. Best known for our pioneering work to end bear bile farming, we also run life-saving sanctuaries in China and Vietnam and push for long-term, sustainable change. With 400+ passionate changemakers around the globe, our movement is growing fast – and we need YOU to help lead the charge.
We’re on the hunt for an experienced major gift fundraiser to lead our philanthropy activities in the UK and EU – you will have an exceptional ability to build and maintain relationships with key existing stakeholders as well as potential new donors to help us grow our giving community in the region and supercharge our impact for animals.
 

What You’ll Do:
As our new Philanthropy Lead for the UK and EU, you’ll:

• Develop and implement strategies to cultivate, solicit and steward donors to support the charity.
• Manage a pipeline of high-net-worth individuals.
• Build strong, long-term relationships, providing exceptional donor experience, while focusing on new business research and growing your portfolio of five, six and seven figure donors.
• Deputise for other philanthropy managers where required and share your experience and ambition with the wider philanthropy team.

Who You Are:
You will have expertise and a track record in major gift fundraising, relationship management and prospect research, as well as be able to demonstrate superb donor care. You will also be an authentic and confident leader who can build a genuine and long-lasting connection between donors and Animals Asia. You will have superb communication and project management skills, and will have the ability to work flexible hours to accommodate global time-zones and travel domestically and internationally.
You thrive in remote teams, know your way around CRMs, and you’re 100% aligned with our values: Empathy. Respect. Courage. Tenacity. Most of all? You care deeply about animal welfare – and you’re ready to turn that passion into progress.

Closing date: Monday 8th September, 9am BST.

School Librarian Location: Birmingham Salary: FTE Salary £31,586 - £32,654, Actual £28,965 - £29,935 Vacancy Type: Full Time Closing Date: 01/09/2025 at 08:00 The Role Smith’s Wood Academy is a large academy with just over 900 students from Year 7 to Year 11. Located in the north of Solihull, the academy serves students who live in the immediate locality. Their vision is that every child within the Trust, regardless of their background, will attend an Academy that offers an outstanding quality of education. This is an exciting time to join the Academy, and a great opportunity to be involved in the next stage of development of this strong team within Smith's Wood Academy. This is an ideal opportunity for a colleague who is ambitious, creative and enthusiastic about helping students to learn in a strong supportive environment. This role is term time only plus 2 weeks to be worked through the year. As the school librarian, you will be responsible for maintaining all aspects of the library resources, activities and provision, and support the Academy as and when required. They are incredibly fortunate that their Academy was built as part of the ‘Building Schools for the Future’ initiative. The Academy enjoys first class educational facilities that are well maintained and conducive to exciting and successful learning opportunities. Staff and students enjoy; Excellent sports facilities – gym, sports hall, climbing wall, swimming pool, multi-use games area (MUGA), all-weather sports pitch and a fitness suite; A large outdoor space which is well maintained. Students also benefit from a canopied area, seating areas and outdoor table-tennis facilities for use at social times. Drama studios, music suites and recording studios An extensive programme of redecoration, refurbishment and maintenance ensures that their environment is one in which people want to work- please see their Candidate pack below for more information on their facilities. Skills and Qualifications 5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent Commitment to Trust aim and values Committed to Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Promotes a culture of Safeguarding Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, parents and students Ability to work effectively within a team environment Ability to work effectively within a team environment Awareness of child protection/safeguarding with up-to-date training (or willingness to undertake training) Adaptable - ability to adapt style to a variety of situations and people Experience of dealing with sensitive and confidential student information Benefits Access to support and guidance from other subject leaders across the MAT and form subject expertise within the Academy SLT Bespoke Continual Professional Development (in the academy and online via the National College) Perkbox example benefits; Discounts at nationwide retailers Gym discount Cinema discounts Employee assistance programme Up to 4 structured counselling sessions per year A MAT wide focus on staff well-being To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Fairfax Multi Academy Trust, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application. The Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will therefore be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) as well as providing evidence of qualifications.  This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.

Marketing and Communications Lead
Location: York office, with some WFH availability

Hours: Full time 37 hours per week

Salary: £36,000 – £38,000 dependent on experience

STEM Learning is seeking an experienced and strategic Marketing and Communications Lead to drive awareness and foster engagement within our comprehensive range of support services for schools, colleges, employers, and partners. 

This role is pivotal to the successful delivery of a key funded contract, requiring a sharp focus on communication impact, stakeholder engagement, and demonstrating value for money through effective marketing strategy and execution. 

You will work across teams to create high-impact campaigns, manage digital platforms, and shape our messaging to diverse audiences through compelling, data-driven communications. 
 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead the planning and execution of digital and offline marketing, communications, and PR activities. 
• Create and deliver integrated campaigns that raise the profile of STEM Learning and its services. 
• Manage communications channels, digital platforms and content delivery. 
• Evaluate the performance of campaigns and report on return on investment and budget effectiveness. 
• Support and guide colleagues and partners in best practice marketing and communications. 
• Line-manage and mentor Marketing and Communications Officers. 
• Work collaboratively with other Leads and the Senior Lead on strategy and planning. 
• Represent the organisation in key stakeholder meetings and ensure adherence to brand, data protection, and quality standards. 

About You

Candidates will demonstrate our values: Sustainable – Innovative – Proactive.

You’ll be a forward-thinking and creative marketing and communications professional, with: 

• A degree or professional qualification (or equivalent experience). 
• Proven experience delivering successful marketing and communication strategies. 
• Strong writing and editing skills, able to tailor messaging to different audiences and platforms. 
• Experience using digital tools and platforms (e.g. CMS, email marketing, social media). 
• Excellent project and stakeholder management skills. 
• The ability to lead, motivate and develop team members. 
• A passion for education, communications, and making a meaningful impact. 

About us 

STEM Learning Ltd is a unique, not-for-profit organisation which aims to improve lives through STEM education for every young person in the UK, regardless of their background. 

We are proud to be the largest UK resource for supporting STEM teaching and learning through the provision of continuous professional development courses, resources, STEM Ambassador volunteers, online communities, and a wealth of other enhancement and enrichment activities. We do this in partnership with a wide range of organisations and individuals. 

Our York office is situated on the beautiful campus of the University of York with easy travel links into and out of the city. 

Our benefits 

• 30 days holidays plus bank holidays 
• Access to an excellent pension scheme 
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme 
• Access to a voluntary staff benefits scheme including cycle to work loan scheme; health cash back plans; free eye tests; discounted vouchers and much more 
• Excellent learning and professional development opportunities to enhance career development for all staff, at all levels, and all stages of their career. 

Next Steps 

Please provide us with: 

• Your up-to-date CV including the contact details of two referees (please note, references will not be approached without your permission) 
• A covering letter (no more than the equivalent of 2 sides of A4) explaining your interest in the role and why you think you would be the ideal candidate. 

The closing date for applications is Wednesday September 10th at 9am. 

STEM Learning strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and are committed to employing teams with diverse abilities, skills, and experiences. 

We foster a culture where every employee’s voice is respected and valued. 

About Chiva
Chiva works to ensure that children and young people living with HIV have the support and opportunities they need to live well and achieve their greatest potential. We believe they deserve to have their voices heard and taken seriously. We place their experiences and views at the heart of everything we do and are led by their priorities from shaping services to influencing policy, research priorities and professional practice.

Job purpose:
We’re looking for a Participation Officer to ensure that the voices of children and young people living with HIV are at the heart of Chiva’s work.

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about youth empowerment, skilled in participation practice, and confident working with diverse groups of young people.

In this role, you will:

• Support and develop the Chiva Youth Committee (CYC) to shape our charity’s direction and decisions.
• Organise CYC events, campaigns, and support their delivery of the annual Chiva conference CYC led symposium.
• Seek opportunities for young people to influence policy, practice, and raise public awareness.
• Build strong relationships with health professionals, policy makers, and international youth networks.

We want someone with:

• Extensive experience of working directly with young people in a support role.
• A passion for youth engagement and leadership development. 
• Great facilitation, organisation, and communication skills.
• A strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Why Join Us?

• You will play a vital role in shaping the future for young people living with HIV.
• You will get to work in a supportive, inclusive, and values driven team.
• You will be part of a charity with a strong community where young people’s voices genuinely drive change.

Those with lived experience of HIV are especially encouraged to apply.

Please note that we are only able to accept applications submitted on our branded application form. We cannot accept CVs in respect of this post.

Please see the website link for the full job description and details on how to apply.

Deadline for applications: Thursday 25th September 2025 at 5pm.

Interviews to take place on Tuesday 7th and Wednesday 8th October.

As a Store Associate you will support the manager with all aspects of running a busy store, it's the best of both worlds as you will have responsibilities but also the chance to develop and learn with an experienced store manager by your side. You'll need to be well organised with great communication skills and ready to learn how to lead your team of colleagues in store to maximise sales and profit and meet your stores targets.

In return you will work for one of the UK's largest charity retailers with benefits, including full training and development package, promotion prospects, pension and benefits.

Generating the money we need to make children's lives better is a truly fulfilling role so if you'd like to use your talent to make a positive difference then we would love to hear from you!

The full Job description and Person profile is available below. Please read this before applying to ensure that the job matches your skills and experience.

* As part of Barnardo's ongoing commitment to safeguarding, our retail recruitment process requires that successful candidates are asked to consent to a Basic criminal records check.

Interview Date: Where an interview date has been given in the advert, this will be the only date available. Please check this before proceeding with your application.

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date.  We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.

About Barnardo's

At Barnardo's we believe in children – no matter who they are, what they have done or what they have been through. Please read about our basis and values following the link below. You will be asked questions relating to them as part of the recruitment process for this role.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is reflected in our values and our practice, and we have invested in this area of our work to ensure that we can deliver on our commitments to be an inclusive employer. EDI is a key enabler of our purpose as a charity and we want to ensure that the diversity of our teams is reflective of the communities we serve and that we continue to learn and develop our work with a focus on inclusion. We particularly encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian and  Minoritised Ethnic Communities, candidates who are LGBT+ and Disabled candidates. 

Individual Giving Assistant Manager

Full time, permanent contract with an option for some hybrid working.

We are Chester Zoo

We’re not just an amazing, award-winning visitor attraction that’s home to over 30,000 incredible animals within 128 acres of stunning gardens. We’re not just the UK’s most popular zoo. We’re an international wildlife charity that’s committed to the recovery of endangered species.

The Role – Individual Giving Assistant Manager

The Fundraising Department of Chester Zoo, a major wildlife charity, with a mission of Preventing Extinction works to secure income which contributes towards the delivery of our strategic development plan and ambitious conservation plan, helping to ensure nature can survive and thrive.

Reporting to the Fundraising & Philanthropy Lead and working with the wider Fundraising team, the Individual Giving Assistant Manager will lead on securing and managing small to medium donations from individuals. This includes our newly created Patron Scheme, multiple fundraising campaigns and all challenge events for the zoo (including Run for Nature).

We are looking for a proactive and conscientious individual who will take a data led approach to raise money in effective and creative ways, working with our Senior Marketing Manager and Senior Data and Insights Manager to identify patterns and drive donations through individual giving. They will also manage and drive revenue through onsite giving mechanisms including in-memory, naming opportunities and point of sale giving – all whilst helping to strengthen our supporter base and foster their long-term relationships with the zoo.

They will work across the organisation to support our team of conservationists and scientists at Chester Zoo to engage, train and support targets within our strategically important field, education and science led projects.

We’re looking for someone who can:

• Fundraising Strategy: Help to develop and implement new plans to continue to grow our Individual Giving income led by the Fundraising & Philanthropy Lead
• Prospect Development: Work with our Senior Marketing Manager and Senior Data and Insights Manager to identify patterns in giving using data from our CRM and drive donations through appeals and public campaigns across the organisation
• Donor Cultivation and Stewardship: Develop an annual programme of stewardship and contact opportunities
• Campaigns: Develop and deliver engaging campaigns across multiple channels (direct mail, digital, email, on-site) aiming to grow a sustainable donor base. Monitoring and reporting on campaign performance using data to optimise and drive continuous improvement and donor retention
• Onsite Giving: Maximise onsite giving opportunities including naming around animal habitats and our newly installed Celebration Tree, alongside site wide donation boxes, point of sale items, round-up giving and contactless. Working with the Fundraising Administrator to include coordinating collections, reviewing messaging, reporting and identifying areas for improvement
• Event Management: Work across the organisation to create engagement and stewardship opportunities through events and experiences as the role requires
• Donor Stewardship: Keep accurate records on the database to include all communications, donor plans, pledges, proposals, gifts and restrictions. Work with the Fundraising Administrator to maintain a regular and engaging program of communication with donors, keeping them informed on the impact their donation is having on conservation activities at Chester Zoo well as recognition.
• Reporting and Analysis: Track fundraising progress and report on KPI’s

What makes Chester Zoo a great place to work?

Well, where do we start? Here goes…

We’re a huge team of conservationists, scientists, educators, animal welfare experts, marketeers, visitor experience professionals, environmental policy influencers; the list goes on. Each and every one of us is on a mission to make Chester Zoo the best in the world, and our planet a better place.

As the UK’s biggest and best zoo, we have ambitious goals, exciting plans, and there’s always lots going on here. We’re an inclusive and diverse organisation, made up of over 600 permanent and 500 temporary team members, and we know how important it is to invest in our colleagues to help boost their career development. We have ambitious goals, and we want you to be with us for the long term on our exciting journey.

Our working environment could not be more different from a typical office – where else can you see critically endangered orangutans from your office window, or stroll among rare giraffes and tigers on your lunch break?

The Package

• Permanent Contract
• 40 hours per week
• Salary – £30,000 per annum
• Opportunity for some working, based at Chester Zoo a minimum of 3 days per week.
• 33 days annual leave (includes bank holidays) plus the option to buy or sell up to 5 days.
• Pension scheme with generous employer contributions up to 9%
• Healthcare plan and employee assistance programme.
• Staff pass so you can visit the zoo during your time off, plus multiple complimentary tickets for your friends and family.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discounted gym membership
• Discounts on cinema tickets, restaurants, high street shops and more via Perks

Our Requirements

• A demonstrable track-record in individual fundraising and/or high-level customer service
• Experience of using a database to manage and track donor gifts, relationships and pipeline
• The ability to create exciting and compelling fundraising campaigns across a range of different channels
• Skilled in managing and developing a portfolio of funders and meeting fundraising targets
• Experience in developing and building long-term donor relationships
• Confident communication skills, motivating supporters, as well as internal and external stakeholders and face-to-face contact with supporters
• Proven experience of delivering consistently high levels of supporter care
• Experience in curating and managing stewardship events
• Experience of prioritising and balancing a busy workload
• Experience of working closely with other fundraising streams

Although not essential, the following would be desirable:

• Strong working knowledge of Individual Giving, fundraising regulations and best practice
• Ability to recognise the needs of differing stakeholders
• Ability to manage varied tasks and workload
• Ability to work well independently and under pressure
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail

Shortlisting of applications and arrangement of interviews will take place while the advert is live, candidates are therefore encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close the advert early.

Location: Hybrid, Old Street, London
Department: Major Partnerships
Salary: £47,349 per annum
Hours: 34.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Fixed-term for 12 months (maternity cover)
 
Plan International UK is a global children’s charity striving for an equal world. One where every child can reach their full potential and every girl can choose her own future.
 
We bring people together to protect children’s rights and keep girls safe, in school and in control of their bodies – even when disaster strikes. And we won’t stop until we are all equal.
 
A rewarding and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Major Donor Manager to join the Philanthropic Partnerships Team in the Major Partnerships Unit (MPU) for a 12-month maternity cover role.
 
As Major Donor Manager you will lead the major donor team whilst managing three major donor officers. You will be responsible for leading the team to deliver excellent account management and stewardship of the major donor portfolio, contributing to our goal of sustaining and increasing income from high-net-worth individuals. You will also support the team to identify, research and cultivate relationships with new prospects.
 
You will have substantial experience of successfully creating and managing relationships with donors to secure high value gifts. Your strong interpersonal and communication skills will enable you to build relationships, negotiate, influence and collaborate with stakeholders, and you will have excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
 
If this sounds like you, and you have a passion for our values, feminist leadership principles and vision, we would love for you to apply!
 
This is an exciting time to join a high achieving team with lots of ambitious projects under way including the rollout of a new giving circle product and execution of an excellent high-value events programme.
 
For further detail of this role, please see the job profile.
 
The deadline for applications is 23:59 on Sunday 7 September 2025
 
First round interviews will take place on 24 - 25 September
Second round interviews will take place on 30 September
 
We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children, young people and adults in our work. We, therefore, apply rigorous recruitment and selection processes to ensure that only those who are suitable are recruited to work for us. Accordingly, appointment to all our roles is subject to a range of vetting checks and for this role this will include a Basic Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working for us; this will depend on the circumstances of any offences.
 
Plan International UK is committed to being an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
 
REF-223526

South Kilburn Trust is seeking a passionate Community Engagement Coordinator. This role involves recruiting and training local volunteers, conducting door-to-door outreach, organizing events that foster cohesion among South Kilburn's 7,500+ diverse residents, and transforming community insights into action through partnerships with local organizations including the local council. The ideal candidate will be approachable, organized, and committed to social justice, with strong communication skills and experience motivating teams,supporting the community to actively take part in shaping the future of South Kilburn. 

Reporting to: Community Engagement, Partnerships and Marketing Manager
Benefits: Pro-rata share of 25 days (FTE) annual leave and bank holidays. Company Pension Scheme. Flexible working*.
Location: Mostly in person in our South Kilburn office.

Expected Start Date: September 2025

About South Kilburn Trust

South Kilburn Trust (SKT) is a Community Development Trust working to improve the lives of residents in an area of London that is undergoing a long-term physical regeneration. It is the role of the Trust to identify the needs of local people and to advocate for them. We are a small and dynamic team dedicated to working with residents to make positive change in our community!

Job Description

Job Purpose

The aim of this role is to enhance community relations, ensuring that residents are heard, supported and engaged in important change in South Kilburn.  South Kilburn is home to more than 7,500 people, many of which have been impacted by long term regeneration. Involving residents in shaping their future is central to our purpose, whether by ensuring local assets and amenities work for them, or by influencing service delivery. This makes the Community Engagement Coordinator an exciting and important role within the team.

Main Tasks:

Volunteer Recruitment, Training and Coordination

· Recruit and maintain a team of twenty active volunteers from the local community to assist in community building initiatives.

· Develop and deliver a volunteer programme to engage the South Kilburn community which will likely include, but not limited to:

o Community research and consultation

o Promoting community cohesion through events

o Mobilising residents through participation in action groups, community forums and resident panels.

· Train volunteers in peer-engagement and consultation practice,

· Induct and supervise skilled volunteers, as necessary.

Community Cohesion and Wellbeing

· Encourage and inspire volunteers to work as a team, take ownership of each activity, and to celebrate collective successes,

· Involve volunteers in planning and delivering community projects and events.

Resident Voice

· Community Conversations: Conduct outreach in the community with trained volunteers, including door-to-door surveys, pop-up stalls and focus groups.  

· Collect and systematically analyse information gathered through outreach and community consultation.

Widening Participation

· Increase rates of community participation, belonging and pride across all segments of the community in South Kilburn.

· Use creative methods to increase engagement based on needs identified by all sections of our diverse community.

· Contribute to a new system of representative community governance, enabling the resident body to speak with one voice.

· Document and build a narrative of the work we do within the community, including findings from surveys, resident spotlights, opportunities, and initiatives.

Empowerment and Progression

· Seek opportunities for the community, within the community, working to engage interested residents and community groups to participate in and lead on initiatives.

· encouraging residents to get involved in the resident led partnership group, support with preparing and informing them of the process.

Partnerships and Information Sharing

· Seeking local opportunities; maintaining awareness of events and activities in around South Kilburn, working with volunteers to disseminate accurate information and signposting,

· Maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including locally based partner organisations, community groups, and Brent Council officers.

· Participating in and documenting internal and external community events and activities; contributing to a narrative of life and activity in South Kilburn and the work we do here at SKT.

 Other

· Be an ambassador for SKT and ensure our values: open, empowering and caring are upheld by the volunteer team.

· As we are a small but growing team, the Community Coordinator is expected to participate in team actions, mobilising through outreach and events to increase our collective impact for the community.

Person Specification

Essential Qualities:

· Approachable and personable,

· Organised and proactive,

· A good facilitator and convenor,

· Passionate about people and social justice,

· High level of empathy, an understanding of regeneration, and experience of supporting and involving communities experiencing stress.

· Committed to the principles of equal opportunities and diversity. 

 

Essential Skills and Knowledge:

· Demonstrable ability to plan and manage own workload,

· Experience in leading and motivating teams,

· Excellent verbal communication and active listening,

· Persuasive, credible and determined,

· Can demonstrate initiative.

Desirable:

· Digital communications experience; familiarity with using social media and content creation.

· Spoken Arabic, Somalian, Tigrinya, French, Portuguese, Spanish, or other widely spoken minority language in South Kilburn,

· Knowledge of community organising techniques and methodology.

*’Flexible working’ means this role could suit someone wanting to work 9am to 5pm or 10am -6pm, four days a week or shorter hours over more days to fit around childcare commitments, for example.

Philanthropy & Legacy Manager

Full time, permanent contract with an option for some hybrid working.

We are Chester Zoo

We’re not just an amazing, award-winning visitor attraction that’s home to over 30,000 incredible animals within 128 acres of stunning gardens. We’re not just the UK’s most popular zoo. We’re an international wildlife charity that’s committed to the recovery of endangered species.

 

The Role – Philanthropy & Legacy Manager

The Fundraising Department of Chester Zoo, a major wildlife charity, with a mission of Preventing Extinction works to secure income which contributes towards the delivery of our strategic development plan and ambitious conservation plan, helping to ensure nature can survive and thrive.

We have an exciting new role for an outstanding Philanthropy & Legacy Manager to join our ambitious fundraising team. We are looking for an experienced individual to help to lead the delivery of Chester Zoo's high value relationship strategy, helping to build new relationships with philanthropists to fund a range of vital conservation projects and support the zoo’s ambitious growth targets leading to its centenary in 2031.

This role also delivers the organisations legacy programme, leading the growth and stewardship of legacy giving and ensuring these deeply personal gifts are honoured with sensitivity and compassion.

Reporting to the Fundraising & Philanthropy Lead and working across the organisation, we’re looking for somebody who is ambitious and results orientated with a natural enthusiasm and curiosity, who has strong relationship building skills and the ability to influence, negotiate and listen when representing Chester Zoo.

We’re looking for someone who can:

• Fundraising Strategy

Implement plans to attract high-value individual philanthropists in collaboration with the Fundraising & Philanthropy Lead and wider Fundraising strategy.

• Targets

Contribute to the delivery of the organisation’s ambitious growth around philanthropic giving, setting KPI’s and working with our Executive team to secure donations of £10,000 and above.

• Prospect Research

Work across the organisation to identify and research potential major donors who align with the organisation's conservation mission and goals.

• Legacy management

Lead on the growth and management of legacy giving, ensuring our lifetime supporters are stewarded. Building on relationships with families and solicitors to ensure these deeply personal gifts are honoured with sensitivity and care.

• Donor Cultivation and Communications

Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective donors, creating individual plans for donor stewardship. Working closely with the Senior Data and Insights Manager and Senior Marketing Manager to fully utilise the CRM - preparing strong communication updates and regular bespoke reports.

• Event Management and Stewardship

Work across the organisation with our in-house teams to lead and curate exceptional engagement opportunities through events and experiences. Develop donor visits, creating bespoke touchpoints with individuals which cultivate and inspire donors and prospects.

• Proposal Writing

Create compelling, persuasive and bespoke proposals for prospective donors to influence and engage them and secure philanthropic support.

• Recording and Thanking

Keep accurate records on the database to include all communications, donor plans, pledges, proposals, gifts and restrictions. Working with the Fundraising Administrator to handle accompanying gift administration as well as recognition.
 

What makes Chester Zoo a great place to work?

Well, where do we start? Here goes…

We’re a huge team of conservationists, scientists, educators, animal welfare experts, marketeers, visitor experience professionals, environmental policy influencers; the list goes on. Each and every one of us is on a mission to make Chester Zoo the best in the world, and our planet a better place.

As the UK’s biggest and best zoo, we have ambitious goals, exciting plans, and there’s always lots going on here. We’re an inclusive and diverse organisation, made up of over 600 permanent and 500 temporary team members, and we know how important it is to invest in our colleagues to help boost their career development. We have ambitious goals, and we want you to be with us for the long term on our exciting journey.

Our working environment could not be more different from a typical office – where else can you see critically endangered orangutans from your office window, or stroll among rare giraffes and tigers on your lunch break?

The Package

• Permanent contract
• 40 hours per week
• Salary – £39,833 per annum
• Option for some hybrid working, based at Chester Zoo minimum of 3 days per week.
• 33 days annual leave (includes bank holidays) plus the option to buy or sell up to 5 days.
• Pension scheme with generous employer contributions up to 9%
• Healthcare plan and employee assistance programme.
• Staff pass so you can visit the zoo during your time off, plus multiple complimentary tickets for your friends and family.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discounted gym membership
• Discounts on cinema tickets, restaurants, high street shops and more via Perks

Our Requirements

• Demonstrable experience in securing and managing five figures+ philanthropic gifts from individuals
• Proven track record in writing exceptional, accurate and compelling proposals
• Experience in producing high-quality impact reports for funders
• Skilled in managing and developing a portfolio of funders and meeting fundraising targets
• Experience in developing and building long-term donor relationships
• Outstanding communication skills
• Proven experience of delivering consistently high levels of supporter care
• Experience in curating and managing stewardship events
• Experience of prioritising and balancing a busy workload
• Experience of working closely with other fundraising streams
• Experience of using a database to manage and track donor relationships and pipeline for accurate recording
• A proven understanding of legacy giving

Although not essential, the following would be desirable:

• Strong working knowledge of individual giving, Gift Aid and charitable sector
• Ability to recognise the needs of differing stakeholders
• Ability to work well independently and under pressure
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail

Shortlisting of applications and arrangement of interviews will take place while the advert is live, candidates are therefore encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close the advert early.