National schools programme manager jobs
At TLG, we’re passionate about building an exceptional staff team that’s committed to making a real difference in the lives of struggling children across the UK. We’re always on the lookout for great people to journey with us towards our vision, and we’re excited to offer a unique opportunity for a motivated and passionate individual to join our team as Finance Manager.
The Finance Manager will take responsibility for the charity’s day-to-day financial operations, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate and timely reporting, and providing clear financial insight to support strategic decision-making. This is a key leadership role within the finance team, working closely with the Director of Finance to maintain the organisation’s financial health and compliance.
As a qualified accountant, the postholder will lead a professional finance function that delivers expertise across budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. They will oversee financial systems and processes, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to regulatory requirements. The Finance Manager will play a critical role in safeguarding the organisation’s financial sustainability and supporting its mission-driven growth.
Beyond core financial management, the Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in wider organisational development, including supporting TLG’s commercial subsidiaries: Hope Park Business Centres and Hope Park Workspaces (Salford Quays). This includes providing financial oversight, analysis, and advice to enable these ventures to thrive and generate income that supports the charity’s work.
TLG is a Christian charity and, as a team, we want to bring our faith to the work we do; as such, we are recruiting an individual with a strong and vibrant Christian faith. We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds to enable us to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve.
Hours: Part-time or full-time (0.8-1 FTE, 30-37.5 hours)
Closing Date: Thursday 29th January
Initial Interviews: Friday 6th February – Online
Final Interviews: Friday 13th February – at our National Support Centre in West Yorkshire
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Salary: £27,500 per year, pro rata (£11,000 actual salary).
Hours: Part time, fixed term 12 month contract, 14 hours per week (0.4 FTE)
Work pattern: Flexible, between Monday-Friday
Start date: ASAP
Location: Remote. With travel to team away days every 2-3 months. All equipment and travel for work will be paid for by the charity.
Reporting to: Head of Support Services
About Pregnant Then Screwed (PTS)
Pregnant Then Screwed (PTS) is the leading charity working to end the motherhood penalty. Founded on International Women’s Day in 2015, our work is rooted in lived experience and delivered with fearless conviction. We campaign for change, provide support and advice, and build community with working parents across the UK. We do this with rigour, rage, and love.
With a new CEO, we’re now at a pivotal moment in our journey, and we’re looking for someone who’s excited to build with us — shaping what comes next for one of the UK’s most fearless campaigning charities.
The Role
Pregnant Then Screwed’s Tribunal Mentor Programme is a peer-to-peer support service for women and parents taking legal action against an employer for pregnancy and maternity discrimination. We match mentees with volunteer mentors who have been through the Employment Tribunal process themselves for 12 weeks of support through weekly calls. We relaunched the programme in October 2025, and now, with funding from The National Lottery, we are looking for a part time Support Services Coordinator to help us grow and maintain new mentoring matches.
As the Support Services Coordinator, you will be responsible for recruiting and inducting mentees and volunteers onto the programme and supporting matches throughout their journey. You’ll also drive engagement with the programme, and develop recruitment strategies for potential volunteers and mentees.
Responsibilities:
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Coordinating the Tribunal Mentor Programme and volunteers.
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Welcoming new mentee and mentor applicants to the programme through 121 and group calls.
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Recruitment and engagement of new volunteers and participants.
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Monitoring our Community WhatsApp groups and responding to enquiries.
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Hosting regularly mentor and mentee online check-ins.
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Researching further support and signposting options for mentees.
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General administrative tasks, including managing volunteer and mentoring data, supporting the Head of Support Services with reporting data and responding to general enquiries.
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Supporting our Head of Support Services with volunteer training, policy and process development.
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Supporting other Support Services projects where necessary.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Volunteer engagement - demonstrated through experience managing or coordinating volunteers.
- Diversity, equity and inclusion focus, able to demonstrate a deep understanding of (and confidence in discussing) anti-oppression.
- Engaging written and verbal communication skills - demonstrated through a proven ability to craft engaging newsletters, social posts or discussion prompts.
- Mentee and mentor growth and retention - demonstrated through experience in growing and sustaining a befriending or mentoring programme (or transferable skills from other types of service user engagement)
- Technologically proficient and confident - demonstrated through experience using Beacon or other CRM systems and digital work tools.
Please note this job description is not exhaustive, and you may be required to take on additional responsibilities that are within scope of the role.
What We Offer
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Flexible working is embedded in our culture with employees working different hours, and days of the week.
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34 days annual leave, including statutory bank holidays. This is pro-rata for part-time staff.
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Paid leave between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
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Two paid ‘Wellbeing Days’. These are days that can be booked off with no notice and no questions asked.
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Five days’ paid leave to care for dependents. These can be used when a dependent is unwell, for settling in days at nursery or school, or for activities such as sports day or school plays.
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After two full years of service, employees are entitled to an additional day of paid leave for every additional year, up to a maximum of three additional days.
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Participation in a comprehensive workplace pension scheme with contributions from the organisation of 4%.
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Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay. Maternity and adoption leave is paid at a rate of 100% for 20 weeks, 50% for the next six weeks, and then statutory for the remaining time. Paternity is paid at a rate of 90% for six weeks.
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Employees work from home, with an in-person team away taking place every six - eight weeks (locations vary).
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It is expected that all employees will engage in at least four days of training per year. Mandatory training includes: GDPR, Health and Safety, Equality and Diversity and Safeguarding training.
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All employees will be provided with a company laptop, riser, monitor, mouse and mouse mat should they need, plus £100 to spend on other office set-up needs, including stationery where necessary.
Ready to help us shape a fairer world for working mums and parents? Here’s how to apply:
Step 1: Answer our screening questions and upload your CV via CharityJob. You will need to apply by 11pm on Sunday 11th January 2026
Step 2: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an online interview, which includes preparing a 10 minute presentation, and Q&As. We envisage interviews taking place in the last week of January or first week of February.
Please try to keep your answers to each screening question succinct and under 350 words.
Charity working to end the motherhood penalty.
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Are you passionate about helping young people build brighter futures?
Join Young Enterprise to shape the future of thousands of young people. As our Alumni Community Manager, you’ll build a vibrant, inclusive network where young voices lead, inspire, and drive real impact.
Who We Are
We’re Young Enterprise – a national charity with a bold mission: to give every young person the skills, confidence, and mindset to thrive in the changing world of work.
For over 60 years, we’ve empowered more than 7 million young people through hands-on enterprise and financial education programmes. Whether it’s launching a student business or learning how to manage money, we help young people develop key life skills like teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and resilience.
We’re a passionate, down-to-earth team of 90+ staff and 2,000+ volunteers who believe that every young person, regardless of background, deserves a fair start in life.
Why Join Us?
We think Young Enterprise is a great place to work—and we’re proud of our people-first culture. Here’s what you can expect:
- A friendly and supportive team where your voice is heard
- A strong commitment to diversity and inclusion—we want everyone to feel they belong
- Generous holiday allowance and flexible working
- Cycle-to-work scheme, life assurance, and NHS top-up plan
- Ongoing learning and mentoring opportunities
- A chance to directly impact the lives of young people every single day
About the Role
This is a role where you’ll really see the difference you make. As Alumni Community Manager, you’ll:
- Build a vibrant, inclusive network that keeps young people connected long after their YE experience
- Create pathways for alumni to grow, give back, and make an impact
- Champion Youth Voice, co-design opportunities with young people, and lead initiatives that inspire, engage, and energise the community
- Work across teams and with external partners to turn strategy into action and help shape the next generation
This is a varied, people-focused role with plenty of room for creativity, independence, and collaboration.
You’ll love this job if you are…
- passionate about shaping futures: Helping young people thrive and seeing real impact
- a champion of youth voice: Putting young people at the heart of decisions and strategy
- love building communities: Creating a vibrant, inclusive alumni network
- collaborative and driven: Working across teams and partners to make big ideas happen.
- a natural communicator: Representing YE, celebrating alumni, and elevating young voices nationally and globally.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Alumni Community: Build a network that connects, inspires, and supports alumni at every stage.
- Champion Youth Voice: Give young people a real say in shaping programmes, strategy, and decisions.
- Build partnerships & represent YE: Collaborate with external organisations and showcase alumni achievements
- Drive engagement: Create mentoring, volunteering, and recognition opportunities
- Collaborate across teams: Work with colleagues to deliver a seamless, high-impact alumni experience
- Turn strategy into action: Translate the Alumni and Youth Voice Strategy into practical plans with clear milestones
- Celebrate impact and share insights: Showcase alumni stories, track outcomes, and provide insights to inform decision-making.
A few practical things
· This is a hybrid role, requiring you to work from a YE office (London or Oxford) at least 8 times per month
Keeping Young People Safe
At Young Enterprise, safeguarding is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will receive ongoing safeguarding training throughout their employment and be expected to uphold excellent safeguarding practice at all times.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to help shape the futures of young people, we want to hear from you!
Please send your CV and instead of a traditional cover letter, please send us a separate document answering the three questions below, up to 250 words per answer. Please note, applications without answers to the three questions will not be considered. Interviews will be held at our London Office or via Teams. Applications must be received by 23:30 on 14 January 2026. First round interviews earmarked for 22 January 2026.
1. Skills and Experience
Tell us about the skills and experience you would bring to this role. You may wish to include examples of community engagement, working with young people, partnership working, or project delivery.
2. Youth Voice and Co-design
Give an example of how you involved young people or other stakeholders in shaping a programme, project, or service. How did you ensure their ideas influenced decisions, and what difference did it make?
3. Collaboration
Describe a time when you worked with multiple colleagues, teams or partners to deliver a project or initiative. How did you build relationships, navigate challenges, and achieve meaningful results?
We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While these can be a helpful resource, we want to hear about your personal skills, experiences and insights that highlight your unique strengths and perspective in your own words.
Full details can be found in the Job Description.
At YE we are passionate and committed to keeping your data safe and secure. Full details can be found in the YE People’s Privacy Notice.
Join us – and help us give every young person the chance to thrive. Apply today!
We empower young people to discover, develop and celebrate their skills and potential.


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Job title: Marketing Manager
Department: External Relations
Responsible to: Head of External Relations
Responsible for: Digital Marketing Officer
Location: This role is based in London (UK)) - hybrid working
Salary: £ 46,800 per annum (London)
Working Pattern: Full time, 38.5 hours per week
Duration of contract: Permanent
Start date: As soon as possible
Are you a data driven Marketing professional looking to widen your skills whilst helping young people access education regardless of their background?
Join our dynamic team as Marketing Manager at UWC International, where you will play a pivotal role in the External Relations team. This new role reflects the changing needs at UWC International as we look to increase brand awareness and highlight the impact of a UWC education. We are looking for someone with strong marketing campaign skills, preferably with experience of running international campaigns or with international education. You’ll be joining a small high-performing team where no two days are the same, one day you will be taking the lead on a multi-national campaign for our Global Selection Programme, the next you may be working on producing video content about the impact of education as part of our Refugee Initiative or providing brand advice to one of our schools, colleges or national committees. We have some new projects in the pipeline over the next few years, which, alongside the Head of External Relations and Communications and the External Relations Manager, you will help develop and drive forward. The successful candidate will be a data-driven self-starter who can lead the development and expansion of our marketing activities and is passionate about helping talented young people to access education regardless of their background. If this is you, please do not hesitate to apply.
About us
Changing the world takes passion and dedication
UWC is a global movement of 18 schools across four continents with a shared mission: to make education a force for peace and a sustainable future. Each year, we bring together young people from over 150 countries and diverse backgrounds to live and learn together in richly diverse, international settings – developing not only academic excellence, but cross-cultural understanding and a drive for social impact. UWC students don’t just prepare for exams, they prepare to lead change. Through real-world challenges, they build the skills, compassion and courage to make a difference. Our students go on to become leaders in politics, NGOs, business, education and grassroots movements – people shaping a more just and sustainable world. Today, our global network includes more than 85,000 changemakers united by the values they lived at UWC.
About UWC International
UWC International is the operational arm of UWC, a UK-registered and Germany-registered charity at the heart of the global UWC movement. Based in London and Berlin, our team works closely with stakeholders across the UWC network and supports a global alumni community of over 85,000 changemakers.
Our work includes global fundraising, communications, promotion and support for the network of more than 150 UWC national committees. We also lead on global strategy and provide key services to UWC schools and colleges.
We are proud to reflect the diversity we champion. Our international team represents over 25 nationalities, bringing a wide range of perspectives and lived experiences. We are committed to anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion (ARDEI) across all aspects of our work – ensuring our organisational culture reflects the values we promote across the UWC movement.
What we offer
As part of a commitment to our employees, we offer the following:
UWC International London and Berlin
● Hybrid working - we operate a very generous hybrid working arrangement, with at least 20% of the week worked in the office and up to 80% worked from home.
● Flexible working hours - our standard working hours are 38.5 per week. We support flexible working and are happy to discuss different working patterns.
● Generous annual leave allowance – we offer 28 days holiday per year plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part-time or fixed-term contracts).
● Paid leave for personal growth - up to 2 days per year for volunteering or up to 2 days per year for study leave.
● Learning & development opportunities – we have access to various learning and development platforms to support your professional growth.
UWC International London
● Income Protection & well-being support - We offer income protection to all employees, an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with access to a legal support helpline, remote GP appointments, medical second opinions, mental health support, physiotherapy, lifestyle coaching, personal trainer and nutritionist sessions, and a well-being calendar featuring podcasts and webinars.
● Exclusive discounts & perks - with access to a range of discounts across shopping, dining, lifestyle and entertainment, with thousands of offers on hundreds of top retailers.
● Cycle to Work scheme and eyecare vouchers
● Enhanced maternity and enhanced paternity leave
● Enhanced sick pay
● Higher-than-standard pension contribution scheme - UWC International will contribute up to 8% of the employee’s gross salary toward their Pension scheme with NEST.
● In-person meetings: Yearly Staff Away Days, team retreats and travel to our international schools and international events as needed to create connected teams.
Visa requirements
Anyone who applies to work at UWC International in London must have a work visa before starting employment, in compliance with the relevant immigration rules. Please provide confirmation of your eligibility to indefinitely work or reside in the UK in your application. Any offers of employment made by UWC International will be subject to a right-to-work check on your immigration status.
Application Process
Do you want to be part of our team? To apply, please submit an up to date copy of your CV along with a cover letter in English (each a maximum of 2 pages).
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, if you are interested submit your application as soon as possible.
Your cover letter must:
● Outline your experience, skills and competencies against the Person specification section in the attached Job Description.
● Explain why you want to join UWC International.
● Provide confirmation of your eligibility to work or reside in the UK.
● Provide the name and contact details of two professional referees, including their job title, email address and the capacity in which you are known to them. References are taken up prior to the second round interviews. We will not contact your referees without first letting you know.
Please note that CVs received without a cover letter, including the information requested above will not be considered.
Deadline for application: 11.59 AM (UK time) on Wednesday 14 January 2026
Interview and/or assessment dates:
➢ First round interviews on Wednesday 21 and Thursday 22 January 2026 (remote)
➢ Second round interviews on Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 January 2026 (remote or in person tbc)
Safeguarding Statement
The job holder might have to travel to UWC schools and colleges. Therefore, a Basic DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service) or international equivalent will be required before any job offer is made. We will also take up references before the second stage of the interview process. Referees will not be contacted without your consent.
Diversity Statement
UWC places deliberate diversity at the heart of our educational model because of its critical importance in our mission ‘to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future’. At the UWC International Office, we believe this commitment to deliberate diversity must be reflected within our team, organisational practices, policies and culture. We recognise people with different backgrounds, skills, attitudes and experiences bring fresh ideas and perceptions, and we encourage and leverage these differences to make our work more relevant and accessible. We will not discriminate or tolerate discriminatory behaviour on any grounds such as, but not limited to, race, gender, disability, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religion or belief, marital/partnership or family status, sexual orientation, age or socioeconomic background. We strive to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, has a voice, can raise concerns, and feels comfortable and confident. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment and to act accordingly as we aspire best to serve the UWC mission and our global community. It is an ongoing journey and we welcome all those ready to travel with us.
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About the role
This is an exciting time to join Moorfields Eye Charity and work within an established prospect research team, be an integral part of a smooth-running fundraising team, and support the delivery of the charity’s ambitious fundraising programme.
Building on the success of the capital campaign and in line with its five-year fundraising strategy, the charity has ambitious plans to embed and create a step change in the role of philanthropy across the Moorfields partnership, transitioning from a fundraising programme with a core focus on capital support for the new centre to a programme supporting a broader, and more diverse, portfolio of research, education and innovation. The prospect research assistant will join a growing team and will contribute to increasing the size and quality of Moorfields Eye Charity’s prospect pipeline by undertaking high quality and insightful prospect research to help build and replenish our prospect pipeline.
You will provide valuable administrative support that will feed into improved systems and processes across our fundraising operations. You will have demonstrable investigative research skills and a methodical approach with effective organisational skills. The role requires good communication skills with the ability to present information in a variety of formats. The postholder will have prior experience in research and have the skills to produce accurate research reports and collect and process data in compliance with GDPR and other relevant legislation under the prospect research manager’s guidance. Some training will also be provided in using a variety of tools to identify and qualify prospective supporters capable of making a major gift.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a friendly and supportive team. The role would suit a positive, proactive individual with a curious mind and who is looking to build on their skills and experience to develop their career in the fundraising sector. You will have the chance to develop skills in information gathering and data analysis
Role Description
Research and administration
- Work with the prospect research team to identify, qualify and profile new major donor prospects (including individuals, trusts & foundations and companies) in the UK and internationally by using a number of tools and research techniques to gain insight on prospective supporters, estimated wealth and philanthropic interest.
- To work jointly with the prospect research team to complete larger acquisition projects and work independently on special research projects in line with Moorfields Eye Charity’s fundraising strategy.
- Provide general administrative support to the prospect research and philanthropy teams including ensuring accurate record keeping on the ThankQ Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system in compliance with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Moorfields Eye Charity’s policies.
- Keep abreast of news and information sites for relevant developments on current and prospective donors and developments in philanthropy and ophthalmology.
Cross team working and collaboration
- Proactively work across teams to identify opportunities for prospecting and operational efficiencies in support of the charity’s wider business plans.
- Contribute to supporting the philanthropy team to use the database effectively with data entry as appropriate.
- Undertake any other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job, the title of the post and its grading as requested by the prospect research manager or head of philanthropy.
- Deputising for the prospect research manager and/or prospect research officers when required.
Other duties
- Any other duties as may be requested from time to time by your line manager.
- Ensure that all activities are compliant with law, best practice and the charity’s policies and procedures.
- Occasional evening and weekend work as required.
- Ensure that you treat everyone with dignity and respect and adhere to, and champion, the charity’s EDI policy and values.
- As a member of the charity team to conduct your work and self to a high standard of professionalism and timeliness, being responsible and polite with all stakeholders. To be collaborative with, and considerate and supportive of colleagues as we work together to meet the common goal of delivering the charity’s strategy to maximum impact.
Further details and person specification in the job pack.
How to apply
Your application should include your CV and your response (up to 500 words each) to the following questions:
- What attracts you to this role and Moorfields Eye Charity?
- How does your experience and skills apply to this role?
- How would you approach the identification and qualification of new prospects for the charity’s philanthropy programme?
If you think you could do the role, but don’t have all the desirable experience, we would still welcome an application from you. The closing date for applications is 5pm Thursday 22nd January 2026.
Interviews will be held in-person at Moorfields Eye Charity’s office on 4th February 2026.
We are aware that you may use AI to support your application, but we ask you to use your own words as much as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you knowledgeable and passionate about community and health? Could you recruit, lead and support a team of community volunteers to run fun and healthy living initiatives? Do you have the ability to take the unexpected in your stride? Then why not join us at SMART?
We are looking for someone that recognises the importance of good wellbeing for all, is capable of dealing with a wide scope of managerial areas, and can work with our local communty as our Public Health-funded Community Champions Manager.
SMART is a unique Chelsea-based charity, serving the local community in a supportive and flexible environment. We offer 28 days annual leave (plus paid bank holidays), a pension program, competitive salary, and additional benefits.
Think you'd be a good fit? Just click the Apply button, and send us an up-to-date CV, and a 2-page covering letter telling us why.
The closing date to apply is 23rd January at 23:30, with interviews taking place on the week commencing the 26th January
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As the University builds on its proud heritage, we are looking for exceptional people to help shape our future. We provide a high-quality professional environment, inspired by our distinctive ethos and Catholic mission and values. Our values of excellence, generosity of spirit, inclusiveness and respect inspire us to create an academic community in which everybody is welcomed and which puts the student at the centre of all our endeavours.
St Mary’s University’s new Development Department has a bold five‑year strategy to grow philanthropy and deliver lasting impact. At its heart is the School of Medicine, opening in 2026 as one of the UK’s first socially accountable medical schools, dedicated to tackling health inequalities and serving diverse communities. In just its first year, our campaign has already secured £3.6m towards a £20m goal, funding capital projects, scholarships, and faculty. This is an extraordinary moment to join Development at St Mary’s: you will help shape a pioneering culture of philanthropy, inspire transformational gifts, and play a defining role in building a medical school of national significance and social purpose.
Job Purpose:
We are seeking a dynamic, results‑driven Philanthropy Manager to grow our major donor programme in partnership with the Development Director. Your primary focus will be cultivating and securing five and six‑figure gifts from high‑net‑worth individuals, building a sustainable pipeline of transformational support. At this exciting moment in St Mary’s history, you will help drive a landmark £20m campaign for the new School of Medicine, inspiring donors to shape the future of UK medical education and tackle health inequalities. Working closely with senior leadership, academics, and campaign volunteers, you will translate strategic priorities into persuasive cases for support and steward lasting donor relationships.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and want to make a meaningful impact we would love to hear from you.
Closing date: 21 January 2026
Interviews are likely to be held w/c 2 February
St Mary’s University is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Learn more about our EDI initiatives and work as a Disability Confident employer.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. St Mary’s University is holding a work visa sponsorship licence however we will not always be able to guarantee a Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. To avoid disappointment, please ensure you meet the requirements of the Points Based System before applying as we will not be able to provide advice on individual cases.
Our values of excellence, generosity of spirit, inclusiveness and respect inspire us to create an academic community in which everybody is welcomed
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We are recruiting our first Fundraising Manager, to help us grow AEC’s income, with a focus on trusts and foundations, and corporate partners. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a new fundraising function, delivering effective fundraising activity that directly impacts the lives of young people in one of London’s most deprived boroughs.
In return for you bringing us your passion for our mission, we can offer:
- High visibility – you’ll see the impact of your work every week in the lives of the young people we support.
- A blank canvas – shape our fundraising strategy and pipeline from the start.
- Supportive leadership – work closely with a passionate Director and engaged trustees.
- Flexibility – hybrid working, adaptable hours and autonomy in managing your workload.
- Values-led culture – warm, collaborative, child-focused and community rooted.
- Strong story to tell – AEC has a 30+ year history, proven impact and inspiring outcomes.
Our story:
Ascension Eagles Cheerleaders (AEC) is a youth charity east London; we are one of the UK’s top competitive cheerleading programmes, operating out of our "Talent Central" gym in Newham. Founded in 1996, our mission is to empower young people to reach their full potential, regardless of their background, ability or economic circumstances.
We supplement our sport programmes with mentoring, educational activities and leadership training - everything we do is about helping young people to develop life skills, confidence and positive values (consistency; integrity; perseverance; persistence) to help them become the best that they can be.
At Talent Central, over 150 young people take part in our recreational and competitive activities each week. Our inclusive approach extends to our Special Education Needs (SEN) team, ensuring young people with disabilities can also participate and thrive. Alongside this, our schools’ outreach programme reaches more than 250 children weekly. Each year, we also welcome hundreds of athletes who train at our gym, including England’s National Cheerleading Team.
We provide a safe, supportive environment where young people can grow in confidence, resilience and teamwork.
What you will be responsible for as our Fundraising Manager:
- Developing a clear fundraising framework and working with our trustees to shape our fundraising strategy
- Researching and securing funding from trusts, foundations, corporate partners and relevant networks
- Writing strong, persuasive funding applications and engaging impact reports
- Building and stewarding long-term relationships with funders, potential partners, businesses and networks, and exploring opportunities for collaboration
- Exploring new income streams to help deliver our mission, including digital fundraising and community giving
- Tracking engagement using a CRM system
- Helping to ensure our organisational policies are appropriate for funders' compliance
- Reporting on progress to the Director and trustees, ensuring transparency and good governance.
This role combines strategic development (30%) and hands-on delivery (70%) - ideal for a proactive fundraiser who enjoys both planning and doing.
This job is for you if you:
- are a proactive, self-starter and are motivated by delivering results
- are highly organised, with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills
- thrive in a varied role and have the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- enjoy meeting people - you are confident with networking, public speaking, and relationship-building
- have excellent bid writing and reporting skills, and a proven track record of securing income across multiple streams (grants, partnerships, events)
- are values-driven, with a passion for youth development
- enjoy flexible hours and hybrid working.
Good to know:
- You will report to: The Director of AEC and the Board of Trustees
- Location: Hybrid; ability to work from home, with occasional meetings at our gym in Newham, London and attendance at donor meetings/networking events, etc
- Hours: Part-time - 2 or 3 days per week (to be agreed with the successful candidate)
- Salary: £30,000–£35,000 per annum (full time equivalent salary)
- Annual leave: 28 days per annum FTE (will be pro-rated based on agreed work days)
- Pension: Defined contribution scheme, with employer matching available
Criminal record check: Please note that as an organisation working with young people, we have specific safeguarding responsibilities and it is our policy to conduct background checks on all our employees. You will be asked to complete a criminal record disclosure.
How to apply: Click the CharityJob Apply button below. You’ll be asked to submit a CV, tell us why you'd love to help us deliver our mission and answer a few short screening questions.
Closing date: Please make sure we receive your application by 1700hrs on Friday 23 January 2026.
Interviews: Interviews will be held online on Friday 23 January and Friday 30 January 2026.
Please note that as an organisation working with young people, we have specific safeguarding responsibilities and it is our policy to conduct background checks on all our employees. You will therefore be asked to complete a criminal record disclosure during the recruitment process.
Our Fairness and Equality Policy is available to download on our website.
We strive to develop Britain's best cheerleaders while transforming and inspiring children and young people to reach their full potential.



Senior Trainer and Consultant – Beyond Bendrigg Programme
Salary: £29,612 – £31,913 FTE (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Contract: Full-time, 2-year fixed term (with potential extension subject to funding). 0.8 FTE considered for the right candidate.
Location: Hybrid – at least one day per week at Bendrigg (Kendal, Cumbria) plus extensive UK travel
Closing Date: 9am, Wednesday 28th January 2026
Interview Date: Thursday 5th February 2026
Start Date: 1st April 2026 (or by agreement)
About Bendrigg
For over 45 years, Bendrigg has been breaking down barriers so that disabled and disadvantaged people can experience the life-changing benefits of outdoor adventure. Through our Beyond Bendrigg programme, we work with the outdoor, leisure and tourism sectors to make adventure accessible for all. We provide training, consultancy, and access audits to help organisations build confidence, adapt activities, and create truly inclusive experiences.
The Role
We’re looking for a passionate Senior Trainer and Consultant to join our team and help shape the future of accessibility in the outdoors. This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference by delivering high-quality disability awareness and inclusion training, conducting access audits, and providing consultancy that transforms visitor experiences. You’ll work closely with our Training, Research and Consultancy Manager, delivering practical, engaging training sessions and producing clear, actionable recommendations for clients across the UK. This role offers autonomy, variety, and the chance to influence positive change in outdoor and visitor settings.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver interactive, experiential training to organisations in the outdoor, leisure and tourism sectors.
- Facilitate workshops, webinars, and on-site sessions that build confidence and practical skills.
- Conduct access and inclusion audits, identifying barriers and producing tailored recommendations.
- Develop and update training materials, ensuring content reflects best practice and lived experience.
- Represent Bendrigg at events and build strong relationships with clients and partners.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
- An experienced trainer with excellent facilitation and presentation skills.
- Passionate about inclusion and committed to Bendrigg’s belief that adventure should be accessible for all.
- Organised, proactive, and able to manage a busy schedule with autonomy, including travel across the UK.
- A great communicator who can engage diverse audiences and write clear, practical reports.
Essential experience includes:
- Delivering high-quality, interactive training.
- Managing training preparation and follow-up to a high standard.
Desirable:
- Experience in access audits (training provided if needed).
- Knowledge of disability, inclusive language, and relevant legislation.
- Familiarity with outdoor learning, tourism, or accessibility consultancy.
We know that the perfect candidate doesn’t always meet every requirement listed, and that’s okay. If you’re excited about this role and believe you have the potential to deliver and further develop the Beyond Bendrigg programme, we encourage you to apply. We’re committed to supporting your growth, helping you develop new skills, and ensuring you have what you need to succeed.
Closing date: 9am, Wednesday 28th January 2026
Interview date: Thursday 5th February 2026
We make adventure accessible, working together to overcome barriers and transform lives.



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At TLG, we’re passionate about building an exceptional staff team that’s committed to making a real difference in the lives of struggling children across the UK. We’re always on the lookout for great people to journey with us towards our vision, and we’re excited to offer a unique opportunity for a motivated and passionate individual to join us as Therapeutic Hub Counsellor (School).
Building on the success of TLG Early Intervention Coaching, our new school-based TLG Therapeutic Hubs will bring life-changing support to the growing number of pupils struggling to cope due to emotional, relational, and mental health challenges. Working in partnership with local churches, this pioneering pilot programme not only addresses the underlying issues children are facing, but also offers vital support to parents, carers and school staff.
As the TLG Therapeutic Hub Counsellor, you will deliver specialist trauma-aware care through 1:1 counselling and group interventions for pupils. Working closely with a Family Champion from the partnering church, you will also lead Reflective Care groups for parents/carers and staff, promoting wellbeing and fostering wrap-around care for each young person supported through the hub. High standards of safeguarding and accurate record-keeping will be central to your work, and through regular collaboration with the pilot team, you will help to shape and refine this exciting new initiative.
We are looking for a Level 4 qualified Counsellor or Therapist who thrives in a school setting and is passionate about bringing fullness of life for young people and families, helping them overcome the challenges they face. You will be confident in building strong relationships and working collaboratively to design a weekly programme that meets both client and school needs. Creativity is highly valued, and we welcome applicants with creative specialisms that are particularly effective for engaging young people.
TLG is a Christian charity and, as a team, we want to bring our faith to the work we do; as such, we are recruiting an individual with a strong and vibrant Christian faith. We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds to enable us to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve.
Note: Candidates are encouraged to submit applications promptly as applications will be reviewed on application prior to the closing date. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date if a suitable applicant applies.
Hours: 2.5 days per week (18.75 hours, term-time only)
Closing Date: Sunday 11th January
Initial Interviews: Various – Online
Final Interviews: To be confirmed – at our National Support Centre in West Yorkshire
For further information, please see the job description attached to this page.
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Are you passionate about helping young people build brighter futures?
We’ve got a brilliant opportunity for you to join our team as an Impact and Evaluation Manager, at Young Enterprise.
Who We Are
We’re Young Enterprise – a national charity with a bold mission: to give every young person the skills, confidence, and mindset to thrive in the changing world of work.
For over 60 years, we’ve empowered more than 7 million young people through hands-on enterprise and financial education programmes. Whether it’s launching a student business or learning how to manage money, we help young people develop key life skills like teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and resilience.
We’re a passionate, down-to-earth team of 90+ staff and 2,000+ volunteers who believe that every young person, regardless of background, deserves a fair start in life.
Why Join Us?
We think Young Enterprise is a great place to work—and we’re proud of our people-first culture. Here’s what you can expect:
- A friendly and supportive team where your voice is heard
- A strong commitment to diversity and inclusion—we want everyone to feel they belong
- Generous holiday allowance and flexible working
- Cycle-to-work scheme, life assurance, and NHS top-up plan
- Ongoing learning and mentoring opportunities
- A chance to directly impact the lives of young people every single day
About the Role
This is a role where your insights will shape real change. As Impact and Evaluation Manager, you’ll:
- Lead research and evaluation projects that strengthen Young Enterprise’s evidence base and inform strategy
- Turn data into stories that amplify young people’s voices and drive impact
- Coordinate and align data across 15+ programmes, ensuring quality and consistency
- Stay ahead of trends in education and youth research, bringing fresh ideas and innovation
- Work collaboratively across teams and with external partners to share insights and champion best practice
This is a dynamic, insight-driven role with plenty of scope for creativity, independence, and collaboration.
You’ll love this job if you are…
- passionate about making a difference: Using evidence to unlock opportunities for young people
- a natural problem-solver: Finding creative ways to collect, interpret, and communicate data
- detail-focused and curious: Ensuring accuracy while exploring what the numbers really mean
- collaborative and proactive: Working across teams and engaging external networks to make big ideas happen
- a clear communicator: Turning complex findings into compelling stories that inspire action
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage research and insight projects, including quick-turnaround polls and primary/secondary research to strengthen Young Enterprise’s evidence base.
- Coordinate and align data across multiple programmes, supporting colleagues to improve data collection, consistency, quality assurance and reporting.
- Monitor, clean and validate data, ensuring high standards of data quality and completeness.
- Apply creative and innovative approaches to data collection, analysis and visual storytelling, ensuring young people’s voices are represented authentically.
- Stay up to date with external research and sector trends, particularly in education and youth research, building strong peer networks.
- Synthesize and communicate insights clearly through briefings, presentations and the organisation’s Evidence Hub to meet diverse internal needs.
- Support external reporting and dissemination, ensuring funder monitoring and evaluation requirements are met and impact is shared effectively.
- Act as a day-to-day research and insights contact, collaborating across teams and contributing to cross-organisational initiatives.
A few practical things
· This is a hybrid role, requiring you to work from a YE office (London or Oxford) at least 8 times per month
Keeping Young People Safe
At Young Enterprise, safeguarding is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will receive ongoing safeguarding training throughout their employment and be expected to uphold excellent safeguarding practice at all times.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a cover letter (max 2 pages) telling us why you’re the right person for this role. Applications must be submitted by 23:30 on 18 January 2026. Please note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Interviews will be held in person at our London Office and shortlisted candidates will be invited to be interviewed either on 26 or 27 January 2026. Please note, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.
Full details can be found in the Job Description.
At YE we are passionate and committed to keeping your data safe and secure. Full details can be found in the YE People’s Privacy Notice.
Join us – and help us give every young person the chance to thrive. Apply today!
We empower young people to discover, develop and celebrate their skills and potential.


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At TLG, we’re on a bold, pioneering journey towards 2030 - reshaping how we think, plan and operate so we can deliver our ten-year vision with agility and impact. Rooted in our conviction to see “Fulness of life for every child, no matter what struggles they face,” and mission to pioneer unique and relevant approaches for churches everywhere, we see technology as the accelerator that will turn vision into reality.
This is an exciting time to join the team. In response to the growing mental and emotional health needs of children and young people, TLG is exploring two major initiatives: Therapeutic Hubs in churches and schools, and a UK-wide Coaching Network that equips ministry leaders to work therapeutically with children and young people. Together, these initiatives strengthen the local church’s ability to connect with children and families and extend the reach of compassionate, evidence-informed support.
To make this possible, efficiencies and innovation must be at the forefront of how we work - streamlining processes, embedding digital solutions, and leveraging technology to unlock capacity and accelerate change. From utilising AI to build cross-team efficiencies, to rethinking operational models and championing a culture of continuous improvement, we’re committed to working smarter and more creatively to maximise our impact.
As Digital Solutions Manager you’ll shape the digital backbone that powers this mission - designing and delivering user-centred solutions across Dynamics 365, Power BI, and Power Automate, while overseeing data architecture and IT infrastructure. Anchoring a cloud-first, secure, privacy-conscious and data-informed approach, you’ll enable TLG to scale innovation across programmes and give our teams the tools to move fast with confidence.
If you’re a pioneer who loves collaborating across functions and turning complex needs into elegant, scalable tools that help churches connect with children and families, this is your invitation to accelerate TLG’s next chapter!
TLG is a Christian charity and, as a team, we want to bring our faith to the work we do; as such, we are recruiting an individual with a strong and vibrant Christian faith. We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds to enable us to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve.
Hours: Part-time (0.8 FTE, 30 hours)
Closing Date: Sunday 1st February
Initial Interviews: Wednesday 4th / Thursday 5th February – Online
Final Interviews: Wednesday 11th February – at our National Support Centre in West Yorkshire
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a unique chance to combine clinical expertise, leadership, and compassion in a role that can make a genuine impact on people’s lives.
Together, we improve the lives of local people affected by cancer. We provide wraparound holistic support, information, education and wellbeing services to people affected by cancer across Norfolk and beyond. As demand for our services continues to grow, we are seeking an exceptional Director of Charitable Operations to join our Executive Leadership Team. In this pivotal role, you’ll help shape the future of our work and ensure we continue improving the lives of local people affected by cancer.
About the Role
As a key member of Big C’s Executive leadership team, you will bring a specialist knowledge of cancer and act as an ambassador for the charity in this area of expertise.
You will serve as the clinical lead for the charity with leadership and management responsibilities of our Cancer Support Centres and Hubs, our Health Academy programmes, and of the teams that deliver them. This includes collaborating with internal colleagues and external partners to ensure the delivery of high-quality, sustainable services for anyone affected by cancer. An example we are proud of is the practical help with social and financial concerns through our Citizens Advice welfare advisors.
You will also support the Chief Executive with the strategic development and direction of Big C’s cancer support services and health academy programmes. This role requires clinical expertise and demonstrable experience to successfully lead the delivery of Big C’s charitable operations to meet rising demand.
On occasion, like other members of the Executive team, you will be required to deputise for the Chief Executive in their absence.
Location: You will be based in Big C’s office in Centrum, a bright and modern building on Norwich Research Park. Informally, some home working is possible, but you will need to work from the office and other Big C sites regularly.
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: £60,000 to £65,000 per annum (subject to skills and experience)
Contract: Permanent
About You
You will be an experienced clinical leader with a strong track record of operating at a senior level, ideally within healthcare or the charity sector. Above all, you will share Big C’s commitment to ensuring that people affected by cancer receive outstanding care, support and education when they need it most.
You will bring:
- Recognised clinical expertise and professional registration, with demonstrable experience in cancer care or related services.
- Strategic leadership experience, with the ability to translate vision into practical, high-quality service delivery.
- Strong people leadership skills, with a compassionate, inclusive and values-driven approach.
- Experience of governance, safeguarding and working effectively with Boards or Trustees.
- Financial and commercial awareness, including budget management and income generation.
- Credibility and confidence to represent Big C with partners, funders and stakeholders.
About Big C
Big C is one of East Anglia’s largest cancer charities, having raised £50 million in 45 years. Each year, our supporters help us raise around £3 million to support people affected by cancer in our community.
We provide holistic care through Cancer Support Centres and Hubs, as well as online and telephone support via our Virtual Support Centre. Income comes from donations, local businesses, grants, legacies, and 12 charity shops across the region.
Why Big C?
Committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, Big C was recently awarded Gold Accreditation for the third time running in the Best Employers Eastern Region 2025 and offers a supportive environment that values wellbeing and work/life balance.
Our benefits include:
- 33 days holiday (FTE, including bank holidays)
- 5% employer pension contribution
- Company sick pay and life assurance
- Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Some hybrid working with some flexibility in hours
- Opportunities for professional development
Apply Now
Closing date for applications: Monday 26 January 2026
Please take a look at the vacancy pack for further information and the job description.
When applying, please complete the online application fully. Information to support your application can be in your attached covering letter or as indicated in the application.
If you prefer to apply in a different way or require information in an accessible format, please contact Caroline Roberts, People Manager.
Big C are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, young adults and children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This role requires an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a barred list check. Additionally, your application plays an essential part in our choosing the right person for this position.
Together, we improve the lives of local people affected by cancer.
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his role is an exciting opportunity for a passionate, digitally confident person to join our growing charity and help us run a new online resource hub for schools and kitchen teams, supporting our mission to transform kids’ health through food in schools.
We are looking for a highly organised, digitally confident person to help us run a new online resource hub for schools and kitchen teams. The national school food hub will give school chefs and staff across the country access to resources, online training and support to build a positive food culture.
You will play a key role in making sure the hub is kept up to date, easy to use and continually adapted to the needs of its members. Day to day, you will look after the website content and user journeys, monitor the member forums, manage our CRM systems, and report on data to help the team understand how the hub is being used.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to build experience in digital content, data and community management within a mission led charity environment.
Who we are
Chefs in Schools is a young, ambitious charity that’s rapidly growing. Our mission is to improve kids' health, through improving school food & food education.
We focus our efforts in areas of high socio-economic deprivation, where more than a third of children are entitled to free school meals, and diet-related disease is driving further inequality.
We support and train school kitchen teams to serve the best, freshest and tastiest food possible, alongside meaningful food education. We share learning and resources, aiming to inspire and enable others to follow our lead.
We’re backed by some of the biggest names in food and have ambitious targets to ensure every child has access to incredible school food and food education, setting them up for life with the skills and knowledge to feed themselves well.
About you and the role
This role will initially support the set up and roll-out of the national school food resource hub, in collaboration with internal and external partners. With the hub still in its design phase, you will be joining at a crucial time, to ensure it is ready to launch in the Spring. Our ultimate goal is that every school in the country has access to, and is using the resource hub to support their crucial role in shaping kids’ eating habits for life.
Working closely with the Membership Programme Manager and Content and Resource Officer, your role will be to manage the day to day administration of the resource hub, ensuring it is continually updated with new content, resources & recipes and live event details.
You will support the creation and maintenance of the e-learning modules, and with a national forum for school chefs embedded on the site, you will also be responsible for monitoring and moderating user generated content.
Your role will also include maintaining and updating the platform's CRM, ensuring member information is accurate and up to date, supporting the administration process for new members, and responding to member queries relating to the site or their access.
You will also support the team & partners by providing data to support the development of the platform and for the monitoring & evaluation team to demonstrate the impact of our work.
Other elements to the role will include sending mailers & newsletters through the platform and supporting our Procurement Manager with analysis of procurement data.
The responsibilities, skills and experience listed below are intended to give you an idea of what we need for this role. If you don’t meet every requirement but feel you would be able to work with us to deliver the majority of them, we urge you to apply anyway. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and for us the most important ‘experience’ is passion for our mission. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented communities, to apply.
We want to get to know you at the interview and understand we can do this best if you’re at ease. We’re an inclusive employer and work hard to create a welcoming working environment for everyone, including appointing a neurodiversity champion to help us identify how we can make our work environment work for everyone. If you need adjustments to the interview process please let us know.
As we work with children & young people, an offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance, in line with our safeguarding policy.
Key responsibilities:
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Manage the day to day administration of the resource hub, ensuring content is accurate, well presented and on brand.
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Update the site with new copy, case studies, tools and resources, working with programme leads and partner organisations to gather content.
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Upload, schedule and maintain webinars, training sessions and online events, including setting up registration pages and follow up emails.
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Monitor and moderate user forums and discussion spaces.
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Manage user accounts and permissions, including setting up new organisations, troubleshooting and supporting user issues.
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Maintain and update the platform’s Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, ensuring school data is accurate, complete and compliant with data protection policies.
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Support the administration between the platform’s system and our internal CRM system, helping to keep records aligned and flagging issues or data quality concerns.
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Support the set up, maintenance and reporting on e-learning modules, including course content, enrolment lists and completion data.
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Ensure the resource hub supports our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
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Work closely with our external developers, logging bugs, testing new features, and providing clear feedback from users and staff.
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Complete regular procurement and programme data analysis, including cleaning, organising and visualising data to help the team understand trends and identify gaps.
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Prepare simple dashboards and reports on website usage, CRM data and e-learning engagement, using agreed templates.
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Share data and analysis with internal and external stakeholders in clear, accessible formats.
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Support teams to send email mailers and newsletters through the platform.
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Help to maintain basic documentation for the hub, such as user guides, FAQs and internal process notes.
Essential skills & experience:
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Strong digital confidence and interest in websites, online tools and data.
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Experience of working with content management systems (CMS) or website back ends.
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Good written communication skills, with the ability to edit and format web copy so it is clear and engaging.
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Strong attention to detail, especially when entering, cleaning or checking data.
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An organised approach, with the ability to manage your own workload, juggle different tasks and meet agreed deadlines.
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Experience working with CRM systems, email marketing platforms and e-learning tools.
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Comfort working with partners and external suppliers, such as website developers or peers at partner organisations.
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A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in how we design and run the hub.
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You have interest and belief in our mission to improve kids’ health through improving food and food education in schools.
Desirable skills & experience:
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Experience of using WordPress.
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Experience of moderating online communities or forums.
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Knowledge of accessibility good practice for websites and digital content.
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Experience using spreadsheets or basic data tools to organise and analyse information.
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Experience using Google Analytics
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Experience of supporting online events or webinars.
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Experience working or volunteering in a school, charity or community setting.
Benefits
You would be joining a friendly, supportive team who works hard but believe in a healthy work/life balance. We were voted one of CODE Hospitality’s happiest places to work in 2024. We seek a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge. Joining a small, collaborative team means you’ll be able to contribute to and draw on various projects and strategic insights.
We offer 33 days of holiday per year including bank holidays, 3 additional office closure days over the Christmas period as well as wellbeing days over the summer school holidays. We also have a Cycle to Work scheme, hybrid working, enhanced parental leave, and free access to the CODE app for discounted restaurants & hospitality venues. We are committed to developing our team and will support you with relevant training opportunities including £250 towards elective training and development of your choice.
We also offer Bupa Dental Insurance, Income Protection Insurance, as well as access to the Aviva Smart Health Platform which offers health benefits including free rapid access online GP appointments, free counselling and wellbeing support.
Application process
In line with our commitment to ensuring a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we invite candidates to answer a series of questions related to their day-to-day job. Please follow this link to answer the questions and submit your application along with your CV.
We recommend that you develop your answers offline and copy them in when you’re ready to ensure you don’t lose your work if interrupted.
Your answers will go through our sifting process: all answers will be anonymised, randomised and then reviewed by a panel of reviewers. A long list of candidates will then additionally have their CVs reviewed. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a 30 mins online interview. Successful candidates will be invited to attend a second, in-person interview at our office in Brixton, London.
Expected duration of this application process: 4-6 weeks
In line with our commitment to ensuring a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we will invite candidates to interview based on their answers to a series of questions related to their day-to-day job.
The deadline for applications is Sun 11th Jan 23:59
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an online 30-minute interview to take place on Wednesday 21st January 2026.
Successful candidates will be invited to an in-person second interview on Thursday 29th January 2026 to be held at our office in Brixton, London. The interview overall will take a maximum of one hour.
We’re on a mission to transform kids’ health through food – plate by plate, class by class, school by school.



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Philanthropy Manager
We are seeking a proactive and relationship-led fundraiser to drive major donor and legacy giving for a growing and ambitious charity.
Position: Philanthropy Manager
Salary: £40,000
Location: Hybrid, with weekly office day in Kennington, London SE11
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 10:00am, Monday 12 January 2026
Interview Dates: 15 January (online) and 22 January (in person)
About the Role
This is a hands-on and rewarding role where you will lead the day-to-day delivery of major donor fundraising and help grow legacy giving. Working closely with the Development Director, senior leaders and trustees, you will oversee the major donor pipeline, build strong and meaningful relationships, and deliver personalised supporter experiences that inspire long term commitment.
You will line manage the Philanthropy Officer and work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to plan and deliver events, develop compelling donor communications and support data driven insight into supporter behaviour and opportunities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing and growing a portfolio of major donor prospects and supporters
- Developing tailored cultivation, solicitation and stewardship plans
- Planning and delivering high quality donor events and engagement activities
- Leading on legacy giving development, communications and stewardship
- Researching new prospects and preparing donor briefings
- Overseeing due diligence processes and ensuring compliance with fundraising standards
- Producing regular reports to support income forecasting and pipeline management
- Coaching, motivating and developing the Philanthropy Officer
- Supporting the implementation of improved CRM and data systems
About You
As Philanthropy Manager you will be confident, organised and proactive, with strong relationship management skills and the ability to communicate impact with clarity and warmth. You will be motivated by building meaningful supporter relationships and delivering exceptional experiences.
Essential skills and experience:
- Strong background in major donor or individual giving fundraising
- Experience securing five or six figure gifts
- Ability to manage pipelines and donor journeys using CRM systems
- Experience planning and delivering donor cultivation events
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational and project management skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively with senior leaders, trustees and colleagues
- Experience researching and cultivating new prospects
Personal qualities:
- Warm, engaging and confident working with people from all backgrounds
- A proactive mindset with the ability to spot opportunities
- Commitment to inclusion and belief in the transformative power of the arts
- A collaborative team player with a supportive leadership style
About the Organisation
This organisation works nationally to make music education equitable, inclusive and joyful for every child. Through long term programmes in partner schools, teacher training, advocacy work and sector wide initiatives, it supports thousands of children and young people each year. The charity is entering the next phase of strategic growth, scaling its most impactful work and strengthening its national influence.
Other roles you may have experience of could include; Major Donor Manager/officer, Individual Giving Manager/officer, Fundraising Manager/officer, Philanthropy Lead, Development Manager/officer, Supporter Engagement Manager/officer.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.