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Operations Manager
Oversee the safe, compliant and seamless running of our estates, facilities, transport, health & safety and sustainability services - ensuring our College thrives every day.
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £40,650 - £43,419
Contract: Full Time, 37 Hours, 52 Weeks
Closing Date: Thursday 5th March, 2026 at 12:00pm
The Operations Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient and compliant delivery of the College’s operational services, including estates and facilities, transport, health and safety, sustainability and contracted services.
Role Responsibilities:
Estates and Facilities management
- Manage and monitor contracts for building and grounds maintenance, cleaning, hygiene, waste management and energy supply, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and agreed service levels.
- Lead procurement processes for operational contracts, including tendering, evaluation, renewal and performance monitoring, ensuring value for money and strong contractor relationships.
- Develop and maintain a rolling programme of planned and reactive maintenance, site inspections and condition surveys to ensure the estate is safe, accessible and fit for purpose.
- Ensure full compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory and statutory requirements relating to property and facilities.
Transport
- Manage the College’s transport fleet in line with Community Transport Association requirements.
- Ensure all vehicles are legally compliant, well maintained and efficiently utilised.
- Ensure drivers are appropriately authorised, trained and compliant with statutory and College requirements.
Health and Safety
- Act as the operational lead for health and safety across the College.
- Maintain and regularly review health and safety policies, procedures, risk assessments and compliance documentation.
- Work collaboratively with the Health and Safety Coordinator to deliver training, guidance and support to staff.
- Ensure statutory inspections and testing (including fire safety, water quality and electrical safety) are completed and recorded.
Sustainability
- Monitor energy consumption and implement initiatives to reduce usage and improve environmental sustainability.
- Ensure waste management and disposal processes meet environmental legislation and promote recycling and responsible resource use.
Leadership
- Line manage the operations team, including estates, transport and health and safety staff.
- Develop and implement effective operational procedures to support the smooth day‑to‑day running of the College.
- Manage operational budgets and contribute to financial planning and cost control.
- Contribute to College-wide planning and improvement initiatives through collaborative working with senior leaders and managers.
Management Responsibilities
- Provide effective and professional line management to your team throughout their employment journey.
- Manage budgets in accordance with organisational requirements and targets.
- Meet agreed departmental targets and deadlines.
- Ensure key data and reporting requirements are met.
- Contribute to the overall management of the College through working collaboratively with other managers on specific projects or to ensure consistent and effective processes.
- Ensure effective written/ verbal communications within the organisation and with external stakeholders.
- Demonstrate best practice and ensure the implementation of all college policies and procedures.
- Ensure the efficient and effective use of all college resources, including staff.
- Work to continually improve the performance and practices of the organisation.
- In the event of staff shortages or absence to cover, in accordance with capabilities.
- Take ownership of own CPD to maintain skills and knowledge required to be at the forefront of own sphere of operation
General Responsibilities for all Staff:
- Ensure that all beneficiaries are treated with dignity and respect.
- Empower students and day service users to maintain their personal independence and confidentiality.
- Contribute positively to a high-quality teaching, learning, and working environment.
- Comply with health & safety and safeguarding regulations.
- Any other reasonable duties commensurate with role as required.
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Are you an organised, people focused administrator who loves making things run smoothly? Do you enjoy supporting others, coordinating moving parts, and being at the heart of meaningful work? If so, this could be the next step for you.
The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) is looking for an enthusiastic Exams Engagement and Expansion Assistant to join our busy and welcoming Exams team. Exams are at the core of what we do, shaping the careers of clinical oncologists and radiologists across the world. This role puts you right at the centre of that mission.
You’ll play a key part in supporting our expert examiners and helping us deliver high-quality, well-run examinations. As we expand our exams provision, you’ll also have the chance to get involved in new projects, improved processes, and exciting initiatives aimed at increasing global access to our qualifications.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, values relationship building, and wants to develop their skills in events, coordination, and stakeholder support.
What You’ll Do
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Be a friendly first point of contact for examiner applicants, supporting recruitment, inductions and training.
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Coordinate key logistics — travel, accommodation, examiner dinners and meetings.
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Support smooth-running committee meetings by scheduling, circulating papers and drafting action logs.
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Handle candidate queries and assist with the delivery of Part B (2B) exams.
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Maintain accurate examiner records and contribute to new examexpansion projects and initiatives.
What You’ll Need
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Strong organisational skills, great attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
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Confident and approachable communication skills, both written and verbal.
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Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).
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A proactive, positive attitude and enthusiasm for learning new processes.
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Experience in administration is essential; experience in exams, education or committee support is a bonus (but not required).
If you think think this may be the opportunity for you, please see the candidate pack attached to this advert for more information on the role and instructions on how to apply.
Applications are being reviewed as they are received, so in order to avoid disappointment please submit your application as soon as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location - Remote · United Kingdom (multiple locations)
Suffolk · Essex · Lincolnshire · Norfolk · Cambridgeshire - Homebased in East Region of England
About the role
This is an excellent opportunity to join a small, dedicated team delivering a specialist service to service leavers and their families.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Mentor Manager to join our mentoring service, supporting both SSAFA beneficiaries and our network of volunteer mentors.
In this role, you will act as the operational point of contact for your area of responsibility, managing and recording the work of volunteer mentors. You will conduct specialist needs assessments for potential beneficiaries and monitor, support, and review mentoring relationships through regular engagement with volunteers. You will also brief, present to, and coordinate the involvement of key stakeholders across your area of responsibility.
This is a home‑based role with extensive travel across the East Region of England.
Please refer to the Area of Responsibility map for further details.
About the team
You will be joining a small, well‑established, and dedicated team covering the whole of the UK. With regular team meetings and a range of communication channels, you will receive ongoing support, training, and mentoring. Although we operate remotely, we are a closely connected team whose collaboration, commitment, and shared purpose drive our success.
About you
We are seeking an exceptional candidate who thrives on challenge—someone determined, highly motivated, and able to build strong relationships and a positive reputation across the region while working from home. You will be confident communicating with a wide range of stakeholders and comfortable balancing teamwork with the ability to work independently under your own initiative.
Ideally, you will have experience managing a large geographic area, along with excellent communication and IT skills, including strong proficiency in MS Office 365 and database systems.
Experience in volunteer management, with a willingness to learn and a genuine passion for making a difference are essential.
An understanding of the Armed Forces and ex‑Forces community would be beneficial, but it is not a requirement.
About SSAFA
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity is a trusted source of support for the Armed Forces community in their time of need. In 2024 our trained teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 54,000 people, including veterans, serving personnel (regulars and reserves) and their families.
SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. And we are here for that person and their family, any time they need us and in any way they need us.
Diversity and Inclusion at SSAFA
SSAFA exists to support a diverse range of beneficiaries within the armed forces community, and we believe diversity within our teams is key to ensuring we can deliver our services effectively. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a worldwide charity. SSAFA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.
SSAFA is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service to ensure we, as an employer, safeguard those we serve.
How to apply
For more information and to apply, please click on the Apply button. If you have any queries or would like to speak to someone about this role, please contact Clare Bain for an informal discussion.
If you need any adjustments to support you with the application process, please contact us.
Closing date: Midnight on 03 March 2026. SSAFA reserves the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.
Interviews: TBC
Our vision A society in which the Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive.
Location - Remote · United Kingdom (multiple locations)
East Riding of Yorkshire · Leeds · North Yorkshire - Homebased in the North Region of England
About the role
This is an excellent opportunity to join a small, dedicated team delivering a specialist service to service leavers and their families.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Mentor Manager to join our mentoring service, supporting both SSAFA beneficiaries and our network of volunteer mentors.
In this role, you will act as the operational point of contact for your area of responsibility, managing and recording the work of volunteer mentors. You will conduct specialist needs assessments for potential beneficiaries and monitor, support, and review mentoring relationships through regular engagement with volunteers. You will also brief, present to, and coordinate the involvement of key stakeholders across your area of responsibility.
This is a home‑based position requiring extensive travel throughout the North Region of England, with an expectation to attend Catterick on a weekly basis.
Please refer to the Area of Responsibility map below for further details.
About the team
You will be joining a small, well‑established, and dedicated team covering the whole of the UK. With regular team meetings and a range of communication channels, you will receive ongoing support, training, and mentoring. Although we operate remotely, we are a closely connected team whose collaboration, commitment, and shared purpose drive our success.
About you
We are seeking an exceptional candidate who thrives on challenge—someone determined, highly motivated, and able to build strong relationships and a positive reputation across the region while working from home. You will be confident communicating with a wide range of stakeholders and comfortable balancing teamwork with the ability to work independently under your own initiative.
Ideally, you will have experience managing a large geographic area, along with excellent communication and IT skills, including strong proficiency in MS Office 365 and database systems.
Experience in volunteer management, with a willingness to learn and a genuine passion for making a difference are essential.
An understanding of the Armed Forces and ex‑Forces community would be beneficial, but it is not a requirement.
About SSAFA
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity is a trusted source of support for the Armed Forces community in their time of need. In 2024 our trained teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 54,000 people, including veterans, serving personnel (regulars and reserves) and their families.
SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. And we are here for that person and their family, any time they need us and in any way they need us.
Diversity and Inclusion at SSAFA
SSAFA exists to support a diverse range of beneficiaries within the armed forces community, and we believe diversity within our teams is key to ensuring we can deliver our services effectively. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a worldwide charity. SSAFA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.
SSAFA is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service to ensure we, as an employer, safeguard those we serve.
How to apply
For more information and to apply, please click on the Apply button. If you have any queries or would like to speak to someone about this role, please contact Clare Bain for an informal discussion.
If you need any adjustments to support you with the application process, please contact us.
Closing date: Midnight on 03 March 2026. SSAFA reserves the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Interviews: TBC
No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.
Our vision A society in which the Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive.
The role
The Training Officer champions TLC’s values by creating learning experiences that are inclusive, empowering, and rooted in respect for the diverse communities the organisation serves. They design and deliver training that not only builds skills but nurtures confidence, wellbeing, and a culture of continuous growth. With a commitment to quality and integrity, they ensure all programmes are accessible, evidence‑informed, and aligned with organisational priorities. Their work strengthens staff development, supports meaningful partnerships, and contributes to sustainable impact through thoughtful collaboration and responsible use of resources. By engaging openly with colleagues, partners, and the wider community, the Training Officer helps elevate TLC’s mission and promotes learning as a powerful tool for positive change.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Training and Development
- Collaborate with Learning and Development Lead and Practice Team to ensure training programs are inclusive, accessible, and responsive to the needs of diverse communities.
- Use adult learning principles to design and deliver creative, innovative, and bespoke training solutions aligned with local demand, strategic priorities, and funding requirements.
- Will deliver training through online learning systems, including learning management systems (LMS), virtual training tools, and e-learning platforms.
- Develop and apply robust quality assurance and evaluation processes for all training activities. Collect feedback, analyse outcomes, and implement improvements where required.
- Deliver both internal and external training sessions across TLC subject areas.
- Coordinate and facilitate job specific inductions for new starters, ensuring all staff receive ongoing professional development in line with the TLC training plan.
- Apply coaching and training expertise to support internal staff development and wellbeing.
- Work alongside Learning and Development Lead and Practice Teams to manage the online learning system, maintaining accurate and up to date records of mandatory and CPD training.
- Identify, design, and implement appropriate training programs in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external training providers.
- Partner with the Head of Practice and Safeguarding, as well as the Marketing Team, to ensure clear and effective communication around all internal and external training programs.
2. Income Generation
- Support the Learning and Development Lead to collaborate with TLC’s Development Team to identify and apply for funding opportunities to expand and enhance training services.
- Following successful funding applications, plan, deliver, and monitor training programs in line with funding agreements and outcomes.
3. Quality Assurance
- Support the Head of Practice and Safeguarding, and the Learning and Development Lead, in maintaining high quality standards and compliance with accreditation frameworks.
- Contribute to achieving and maintaining accredited quality awards through ongoing monitoring, review, and implementation of quality action plans.
- Work with the Operations Team to collect and analyse customer feedback and reviews, using insights to support continuous improvement, funding applications, and marketing initiatives.
- Support the Learning and Development Lead in ensuring all policies, procedures, and training materials are in place to support staff, volunteers, and placements, including induction and ongoing learning.
4. Partnership and Community Engagement
- Represent TLC at partnership meetings and events to promote training and development services.
- Support the Marketing and Communications Team in promoting services, sharing information, and engaging the local community through social media and other communication channels.
- Actively contribute to raising the profile of TLC through collaboration, partnership working, and effective promotion of training opportunities.
General
Partake in evening and weekend work as required. Support the designated safeguarding lead to ensure all staff, volunteers, trustees and students at TLC understand that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. Ensure adherence to policies mandatory training, reporting concerns, and compliance to protect children and adults at risk.
About us
This is a pivotal time for TLC: Talk Listen Change and we are looking for enthusiastic, experienced, engaged and highly motivated people to join our rapidly expanding team.
We aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest pool, reflecting the diverse range of people we support.
We want you to feel empowered to bring your best to this role, so we encourage flexible working around core hours. We offer an annual continuous Professional Development allowance, generous annual leave entitlement and Birthday leave.
We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone, so if there is any way that we can support you to be the best you can be, please contact us.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Working as part of our friendly Operations Team, you will undertake a range of administrative and support duties to ensure the smooth running of Citizens Advice Southwark. The post holder will be office-based working between our Peckham and Walworth sites according to operational needs, and at other locations within the Borough of Southwark.
You will need:
- Experience of providing administrative support in a busy organisation and ability to maintain office systems
- Good knowledge of Microsoft office programs and a willingness to learn and use other software packages as needed
- Ability to work on own initiative to organise and prioritise work to meet deadlines
- Excellent written communication skills to produce correspondence, reports, minutes and publicity materials
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to a wide cross section of the public.
- An understanding of and commitment to the Aims and Principles of the Citizens Advice Service including the service’s Equal Opportunities policies
We offer a range of employee benefits, including generous annual leave, an employer matched pension contribution up to 10% salary, and training and development opportunities to continue your professional development.
Closing Date: 9.00 am Monday 9th March 2026
Interviews: Thursday 12th March 2026
What we do
For one in two of us, cancer will change everything.
When it does, so can we.
Weston Park Cancer Charity is here to face cancer with you.Our services, advise and support are for you and the people close to you, helping everyone to live with and beyond cancer. The funds we raise also support vital, pioneering research and clinical trials led by the exceptional medical experts at Weston Park Cancer Centre.It’s our job to care in every sense for our patients and their families. Our help is free, and we’re here for you, together every step.
Main purpose of post
As the Operations Assistant you will be supporting the Operations Manager in delivering and maintaining effective operational function at the charity. Including but not exclusively, Health & Safety, Premises, Facilities, Vehicle Management, and IT Services.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to develop their knowledge of operations and risk management with scope to develop your skills whilst also contributing to a great cause.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Support
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Act as the first point of contact for premises, facilities, IT and Estates issues across all Weston Park Cancer Charity locations including our Outreach programmes.
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Assist the Operations Manager in maintaining a secure and organised premises and facilities, which ensure colleagues, volunteers and visitors are safe and experience a welcoming environment.
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Support the Operations Manager in the successful delivery of the Annual Operations plan.
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Provide administrative support to the Operations Manager and take minutes in operations-related working groups.
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Support with updating operational policies and procedures.
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Act as a first point of contact for data related issues, alongside the Operations Manager - following relevant training, to promote a strong GDPR culture.
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Assist in the coordination of charity vehicle fleet maintenance schedules and provide breakdown response support.
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Assist in the control and coordination of the use of charity space and assets, including liaising with contractors and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals (STH) on relevant matters as required.
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Act as a designated keyholder, responsible for the opening and closing procedure.
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Manage the operations shared email inbox.
Site
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Event site working as required across South Yorkshire.
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Community working locations to facilitate our work in targeted outreach communities.
Health & Safety
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Serve as the first point of contact for all Health & Safety matters, including incidents and accidents, ensuring accurate recording and reporting.
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Provide operational and administrative support on all Health & Safety matters at our sites and external locations (including external events and the Outreach Service, updating COSHH reports).
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Assist in the procurement, delivery and recording of mandatory staff training needs.
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Help establish and maintain safe working practices and policies and undertake basic risk assessments.
Workwear and equipment
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Act as the first point of contact for workwear and equipment requests; including being responsible for issuing and returning stock, regular stock checks and ordering stock as required.
Tech Support
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Serve as the first point of contact for general IT enquiries.
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Consult with IT consultants to ensure adherence to processes.
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Work with the Operations Manager to implement processes that maintain the IT security score.
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Assist in the onboarding and offboarding of employees, including software licenses, logins, and induction training.
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Serve as lead administrator for key operational software, such as Webex phone system and Vatix Lone Worker App.
General Administrative Support & Development
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Handle general enquiries from staff, patients, and volunteers efficiently.
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Manage charity postal enquiries.
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Assist the Operations Manager with the procurement of stationery and consumables.
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Assist the wider team with ad hoc work and undertake small projects that support the charity's work. e.g. Events, Logistical and Tech Support.
Environmental Advocate
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Work with the Operations Manager to promote environmental awareness and encourage the charity adopts a green approach (e.g., recycling, energy use, carbon footprint).
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Identify and implement actions to reduce environmental impacts, costs, and/or increase income under the direction of the Operations Manager.
Hours:
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This post may require some flexible working. The charity offers an excellent Time in Lieu policy for hours completed outside of your normal working hours.
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.
What you do
We are seeking a highly motivated individual who shares our values to join Weston Park Cancer Charity’s busy charity team. Our Operations Assistant will play a vital part in our team and help us to deliver our vision: a better life for those living with, and beyond, cancer in our region. If you are interested in progressing your career within an organisation which makes a real difference to the lives of thousands of people, we’d love to hear from you.
About you:
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You will be a forward thinking, team player with a ‘can do’ attitude & part of a fast-paced charity team.
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You will have excellent communication skills (both written and oral).
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Able to manage your own workload and priorities to agreed deadlines. Participate in and contribute to team meetings.
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Co-operate and liaise with colleagues, working in a professional manner at all times.
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Act as an ambassador for Weston Park Cancer Charity, reflecting the objectives and values, and to always work in the best interests of the charity.
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Support and encourage harmonious internal and external working relationships.
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Make a positive contribution to volunteer involvement in delivering the charity’s strategy and raising the profile of Weston Park Cancer Charity.
Closing Date: Monday 9th March 2026 at 23:30
Interview Date: Friday 13th March 2026
Please send a CV and covering letter demonstrating that you have read the job description / person specification and how you meet the essential and (where relevant) desirable criteria for this role. This can include skills, training, membership of professional bodies and experience. The covering letter will form a key part of the recruitment process, and you should demonstrate your suitability for the role in no more than two pages.
Weston Park Cancer Charity is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and values diversity of culture among our staff.All applications are anonymised as part of the selection process, so please do not forward any documents in PDF format.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Following a strategic pause to reset the organisation with the help of an interim senior management team, we are now ready to recruit our long-term Chief Executive Officer.
Self Help UK (SHUK) provides holistic support and knowledge via close interaction with local communities, peer groups and volunteers to a) prevent long-term health conditions and b) help those with existing conditions to feel more confident, informed and supported in navigating their health journey in a way that works best for them.
Our values are empowering others, putting people first, acting with integrity and showing compassion.
We are looking for a Chief Executive Officer to take us into the next phase of growth, with the following responsibilities:
- Forming relationships with local charities and funders in Nottinghamshire and wider East Midlands region, and building relationships within the Deaf community, locally and nationall
- Representing SHUK across relevant forums, networks, and platform
- Bringing funding into core/central functions and securing ongoing funding for existing and future projects
- Managing the operations of SHUK via a senior leadership team of managers and function leads
- Ensuring SHUK is compliant with charity and employer regulations, ensuring high standards of governance, transparency, and integrity
- Ensuring overall financial control of the organisation, supported by the Finance Manager, keeping a regular eye on the core and restricted cashflow
- Supporting the Board of Trustees by ensuring they are making decisions based on accurate information and context
- Ensuring all members of staff and volunteers are supported and developed
- Ensuring SHUK’s services are of high quality and have a positive impact on those who use them
- Driving continuous improvement in quality, standards, image, and reputation
The personal qualities this role needs are:
- A dynamic leader, with ideas and principles that align with those of SHUK
- Enthusiasm to take on a challenge, focused on ensuring SHUK has long-term sustainability
- Clear management abilities at all levels in order to challenge, engage, address issues and provide support
- Able to communicate a clear vision and strategy, with proven ability to translate vision into business plans
- Demonstrable understanding of charity finances, with strong budget management, financial planning skills and the ability to diversify income
- Experience of working in the voluntary sector, with direct experience of fundraising
- Knowledge of the current NHS plans, and the significance of health inequalities – able to make a case for its importance during bids
- Knowledge/understanding of the Deaf Community
- Experience of managing change and stabilising an organisation
- Business development/networking skills
- Able to pivot between strategy and transactional or work with others to provide those skills, leading through empowerment
- Active interest in and knowledge of the Nottingham/Nottinghamshire locality.
- Able to work in Nottingham at least one day per week
Background:
SHUK is a leading peer support organisation with over 40 years of experience in developing and delivering peer-led services. Our mission is to empower individuals and communities by embedding peer support principles into health and wellbeing initiatives. We have created a range of innovative programmes that help people living with cancer and other long-term health conditions to navigate challenges and take control of their health and wellbeing.
We work in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support on projects that make a real difference. These include national and local initiatives for the Deaf community, volunteer-led support for anyone affected by cancer, and prehabilitation services for those facing complex treatment. We are collaborating with our Integrated Care Board (ICB) on cancer projects, and work within our Integrated Care System (ICS) to strengthen partnerships and synergies with local health and care delivery, improve health literacy and increase cancer screening uptake among underserved communities in Nottingham. Looking ahead, we are exploring a new direction to position SHUK as a holistic, person-centred support provider, embedding peer support and volunteer-led activity at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to challenge health inequalities and enable people to feel confident, informed, and supported in shaping their own health journey.
A selection of causes covered by SHUK:
- Peer support
- Long-term health conditions
- Cancer diagnoses and prevention
- Voluntary sector support
- Health inequalities, including the deaf community
- Under-served communities
To apply for this role, please send the following by 31/03/26:
1. CV
2. Covering letter (no more than two pages of A4, outlining how you meet the criteria in this role description)
3. The names, job titles and contact details of two work-based referees, and if we have your permission to contact them pre or post interview stage.
Please note:
We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity at all levels of the organisation. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or background.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and able to contribute.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an exciting opportunity to help grow our retail operation and support animal welfare across Derbyshire. RSPCA Derby is looking for an experienced and motivated manager to lead, develop and shape the future of our charity retail operation.
As Retail Development Manager, you will:
- Lead and develop a network of charity shops and retail teams
- Drive income growth across physical shops, online sales and gift aid
- Ensure high standards of customer service, compliance and financial control
- Manage retail performance, budgets and reporting
- Identify and develop new retail opportunities to support our strategic ambitions
- Play a key role in supporting animal welfare through sustainable income generation.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has significant experience in retail management, ideally across multiple sites
- Is a strong, inclusive leader with experience managing and developing staff and volunteers
- Has a proven track record of meeting financial and commercial targets
- Is organised, resilient and comfortable managing competing priorities
- Shares our commitment to animal welfare and our values
- Is confident working with data, budgets and performance reporting
- Experience in charity retail is desirable but not essential — we welcome applicants with strong commercial retail experience who want to make a difference.
Why Join Us?
- Make a real impact supporting local animal welfare
- Lead a values-driven retail operation with room to innovate and grow
- Work with committed staff, volunteers and supporters
- Be part of a respected local charity making a difference every day
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Trustees of John Wesley’s New Room seek an Executive Director to lead the organisation into the next exciting phase of its development. This role will suit someone who is a generalist, comfortable turning their hand to a variety of tasks and is equally happy contributing at a board meeting or engaging with visitors in the chapel. Most importantly, we are looking for someone with excellent leadership and interpersonal skills who can lead the staff and volunteers with confidence, cultivate a positive working culture, develop relationships with a variety of stakeholders and provide strategic leadership for the next phase of John Wesley’s New Room.
Our small staff team has undergone significant change in the past year to align with the future needs of the organisation. The Trustees expect this to continue in support of the newly refreshed strategy which will see a greater role for JWNR nationally and internationally, as well as playing an increasing role in the new Broadmead community following the anticipated redevelopment works in the local area, from retail to a more mixed residential and leisure offering. Having finalised a vision, we are looking for someone to lead the organisation through this change, laying a solid foundation on a practical and cultural level to then build upon for the future, creating more links with local communities as well as the wider Methodist church.
John Wesley’s New Room is the oldest Methodist building in the world (Grade I listed) and is a small but busy place where no two days are the same. Offering a chapel, museum and cafe by day, we also have meetings rooms and event spaces for hire, and welcome visitors both local and international on a regular basis. An important piece of Bristol’s history, the New Room is where Methodism started and the museum and collection tell the story of John Wesley. In addition, we manage a second museum Charles Wesley’s House, a short walk from the main site, which is mainly used for tour groups.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Senior Engineer
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Senior Engineer
England North
£37, 142 per annum (pro rata for part time) plus a market supplement of £3993
Ref: 137REC
Full time 37.5 hours per week – we are happy to talk flexible working
Base: England North, with regular attendance in any of the Manchester, Leeds or Newcastle hubs
Contract: Permanent
Disclosure: Enhanced DBS is not required
ABOUT THE ROLE
Team: Delivery/ Infrastructure
As the Senior Engineer, you will lead the creation and technical review of project and programme work. Your responsibilities include managing standard projects and low risk programmes. In this role, you will support Walk Wheel Cycle Trust in delivering solutions that are high impact, innovative, and practical.
You will take responsibility for producing project and programme outputs and ensuring they meet required technical standards. You will also manage day today activities across typical projects and low risk programmes. Your work will help the organisation achieve its mission of improving walking, wheeling, and cycling options.
You will take responsibility for producing project and programme outputs and ensuring they meet required technical standards. You will also manage day today activities across typical projects and low risk programmes. Your work will help the organisation achieve its mission of improving walking, wheeling, and cycling options.
What You’ll Be Doing
- You will manage low risk projects from start to finish.
- You will lead the production and technical review of project and programme outputs.
- You will provide line management support to colleagues working at lower grades.
- You will work with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory bodies to support successful delivery.
- The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys using their engineering knowledge and judgement to solve problems to design and deliver vital active travel infrastructure to benefit communities.
LIVING OUR VALUES
At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we’re a values driven organisation. We’re looking for people who are:
Always Learning – curious, openminded and committed to continuous improvement.
Championing Equity – inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed.
Taking Ownership – proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better.
Delivering Together – collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success.
Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully.
ABOUT YOU
We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.
- You are confident using design software relevant to transport, engineering, or urban design work.
- You have up to date knowledge of sustainable transport design and delivery, including innovation, best practice, inclusive design, and the use of new technology.
- You have a thorough understanding of current health and safety legislation and safe working practices, including the application of CDM Regulations.
- You have either a degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant field—such as Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, or another demonstrably relevant specialism—with at least two years of experience, or a minimum of five years’ experience in a relevant role.
WHAT WE OFFER
We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That’s why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life.
Wellbeing Support
- 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees
- Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about
- Free, confidential support service available 24/7
- Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme
Financial Benefits
- Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
- Bike, computer and season ticket loans
- Discount benefits
- London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
- Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary
Family Friendly Policies
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Application deadline: 23:59, 08 March 2026
- Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week of 23 March 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form.
- We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community.
- Adjustments are available throughout the application process.
We're the charity making it possible for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle



Retail Supervisor
Salary: Band 3 £27,153 – £30,444 per annum inclusive
Contract: Permanent, full-time | 37.5 hours per week, 8.30 - 4.30 Tuesday to Saturday (no hybrid working)
Location: St Joseph's Hospice, Mare Street, Hackney, London, E8 4SA
About the job role
St Joseph’s Hospice Charity Shops sit at the heart of the community in Hackney. Over the years we have built a loyal customer base and we are well known locally as the place to shop for quality pre-loved items, while offering exceptional customer service.
We are looking for someone to join our team as Retail Supervisor at our flagship charity shop at 77 Mare Street, working with a small, highly motivated Retail Team, which is primarily made up of committed volunteers. You will manage the day-to-day operations in the shop and generate income through both regular and ad hoc sales.
About you
The post holder will have strong retail experience and be able to provide a service to customers that is second to none and reflects the Hospice values.
You will have strong verbal communication skills and be capable of building and sustaining relationships with colleagues and customers. You will be experienced in supervising volunteers, ideally in a charity retail environment and be experienced in stock control, sorting and pricing donations.
You will be required to achieve financial targets and have an understanding of health and safety guidelines in the retail sector.
Where you’ll work
St Joseph’s Hospice was founded in 1905 by the Religious Sisters of Charity and built on a rich Catholic heritage. Today, we are an Investors in Diversity awarded charity, providing expert, compassionate care to people of all backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs across East and North London. Our specialist palliative care services—delivered at home, in our in-patient unit, and through out-patient clinics—are grounded in respect for human dignity and guided by compassion, justice, and a deep commitment to quality. Our values guide us in everything that we do. We work to ensure that everyone receives the support they need, with kindness, understanding, and respect by delivering individualised, responsive and holistic support to patients and their families.
Why work for us?
- 27 days holiday plus public holidays, increasing up to 33 days with service
- Subsidised café and early access to retail sale events
- Season ticket/Welfare loans
- Continuation of NHS Pension Scheme or an excellent salary-exchange pension scheme
- Santander cycles discount and cycle to work scheme
- Health Cash Plan and access to the EAP services
Join St Joseph’s team and find out more!
To find out more about this opportunity and to apply, please visit our website via the ‘Apply’ button.
Closing date: 15th March 2026
Interview date: 24th March 2026
Please note that we cannot consider candidates requiring visa sponsorship at this time.
We are an equal opportunities and a disability-confident employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Location: HFFB Warehouse, Ravenscourt Road, W6 0UD
Salary: £36,000 per annum
Hammersmith and Fulham Foodbank is a well established and busy charity making a positive impact in our community. We are dedicated to providing essential support to those facing crisis, delivering foodbank sessions, offering wraparound support and working with partners to meet local needs. In the next 12 months, we have ambitious plans to tackle some of the wider poverty indicators that lead people to need Foodbank support.
At Hammersmith and Fulham Foodbank, our mission is to create a profound and lasting impact on our community, and we're looking for an experienced Operations Coordinator to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will be at the heart of our work, driving the enhancement of logistical operations that ensure a safe, compliant and efficient workspace. Your contribution will directly impact the lives of those who depend on our essential services.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead and ensure operational excellence: Oversee and maintain high-quality, client-centered operational services, while supporting volunteers and coordinating resources to meet established standards.
- Facilities and logistics management: Manage logistics, resources and facilities, including coordinating with key stakeholders, maintaining inventories and working with suppliers and partners.
- Compliance and Health & Safety: Act as the Health and Safety Lead, Data Protection Lead, and ensure adherence to policies and regulations, conducting and communicating risk assessments and maintaining a safe working environment.
- Collaborate closely with our dedicated team: Working closely with our Warehouse Coordinator, Volunteer Coordinator, Client Support Coordinator and Hub Supervisor, to ensure smooth logistics across our Hammersmith and Fulham centres.
What you'll bring:
- Proven experience in operational service delivery and policy documentation.
- A passion for creating positive change in your community.
- Exceptional organisational skills and an ability to lead in a dynamic environment.
What we’ll offer:
- Full-time (37.5 hrs), indefinite contract
- Competitive salary
- 33 days annual leave
- Generous pension scheme
- Competitive benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth
Application Deadline:
Please note that the closing date for applications is initially set for Monday 23rd March 2026, but depending on the number of applications received, we may bring this forward. We encourage early applications.
We aim to interview on the following dates: Monday 30th and Tuesday 31st March 2026.
Further details:
Location: Based at HFFB Warehouse, Ravenscourt Road, W6 0UD, with regular visits to all other local Foodbank centres (see locations page of our website). Opportunity for some home working by arrangement.
Requirements: An Enhanced Criminal Records check is required for this role as we work with vulnerable people in society.
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Hammersmith and Fulham Foodbank is an Equal Opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We serve a diverse part of London and would particularly welcome applications from residents of Hammersmith and Fulham.
Strictly no agencies, please.
About Hammersmith and Fulham Foodbank:
We are the Hammersmith and Fulham Foodbank, an independent charity, and a proud member of the Trussell Trust Foodbank Network, providing a range of essential services for people who need help in our community. Our mission is the prevention and relief from poverty. But we don’t ‘just’ provide food. We know that by the time someone comes to the Foodbank, there may be wider issues needing support, which is why we also offer professional advice through our partners, such as Citizens Advice H&F and connect people with a breadth of local support. We achieve a life-changing impact through our foodbank sessions and our Hub on the White City Estate. We believe in helping the whole person, responding to the changing needs we see, and we push for early intervention in our borough to avoid people reaching crisis.
Role: Policy Manager
Salary Band: £28,000 - £46,015 gross per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Location: Woodstock, Oxfordshire
Plunkett UK is a national charity supporting people in rural areas to set up and run successful community‑owned businesses. These businesses — from shops and pubs to woodlands and farms — provide vital services, create local jobs, strengthen rural economies and bring people together. We’ve championed community ownership for over 100 years because it delivers thriving, inclusive and resilient places.
About the Role
We are looking for a Policy Manager to lead our policy and public affairs work, ensuring rural community‑owned businesses have a strong voice in local, regional and national decision‑making.
You will take a “listen first, act second” approach, building trusted relationships with our members and using their lived experience to shape evidence-based policy positions. Working closely with the Chief Executive and colleagues across the organisation, you will influence political stakeholders, raise awareness of the community business model, and help create a supportive policy, legislative and funding environment.
This role also leads our research output, including our flagship Better Business Reports, and contributes to strategic organisational initiatives.
Closing date for applications: 5pm Thursday 19 March 2026
Interview date: First stage interview to be held via video conference on Monday 30 March.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
We are committed to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and our approach goes beyond ‘protected characteristics’ to thinking more broadly about inclusion. Every individual will think and feel differently and we believe that these differences should be embraced, and individual needs taken into account. Additionally, the makeup of the rural communities we work with leads to their own particular diversity and exclusion challenges and opportunities compared to urban areas. Our commitment to EDI, both internally and externally, has been tailored to Plunkett and the communities we serve.
Registered Charity: 313743
No agencies please.
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The Society of Authors (SoA) is the UK's largest trade union for all types of writers, illustrators and literary translators. We’ve been advising authors and speaking out for the profession since 1884.
We’re currently looking to welcome an Office Manager to our team.
The role
The Office Manager ensures all building facilities run smoothly on a day-to-day basis. They are responsible for the efficient daily operations of our offices and the building and that these are cost-efficient, environmentally conscious and proportionate for a small, not-for-profit organisation.
The Office Manager is an integral part of the Operations Team playing an important role in ensuring the smooth running and welcoming atmosphere of our offices, directly supporting both internal teams and tenants.
This is multifaceted role. The successful candidate will need to be able to think on their feet, have good time management skills and enjoy wearing more than one hat.
Key responsibilities
Front of House / Event Management:
· Welcoming all visitors to the SoA building at Bedford Row.
· Managing the post/packages into and out of the building.
· Responsible for managing the Front of House/Operations Assistant and Groups Administrator, including day to day supervision, absence management and ongoing development.
· Responsible for managing the Events Space bookings calendar.
· Managing all events for tenants and external hire from inception to completion including catering as agreed with the client, cleaning team and room set-up of the Events Space.
· Working with the SoA Events Team for internal and member events ensuring that the logistics for room set up and cleaning are in place.
· Acts as a central point of contact for all staff for various Ops/logistics issues.
Facilities Management:
· Maintain compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation and best practise, including fire safety, COSHH, RIDDOR and DSE assessments.
· Ensure all checks, risk assessments and remedial actions are implemented in a timely manner.
· Providing health and safety training to all new joiners.
· Ensure the office maintenance plan is kept up to date and all regular maintenance/services are booked and any identified issues are resolved.
· Organise the maintenance and PAT testing of all electrical equipment.
· Fire Warden/First Aider for the ground floor (training will be arranged if required).
· Proactively ensuring the office facilities remain safe, clean, fully-equipped and operational.
· Point of contact for all staff and tenants in relation to office and building issues and queries.
· Responsible for managing office contracts, negotiating the renewal of existing and new contracts.
· Obtaining quotes for any maintenance/repairs works required and carrying out due diligence checks on all new contractors.
- To have a key role in the organisation’s sustainability policy ensuring the purchase of all office provisions considers cost and any environmental and ethical impacts.
IT Coordination:
· Liaise with external IT support providers as necessary ensuring SLAs are adhered met and effectively resolve IT issues.
· Maintain a laptop register and prepare and maintain an annual rolling plan for renewal of old equipment.
· To oversee the migration of SharePoint data to the new CRM system in 2026.
· To be involved in any IT projects that need to integrate with our office systems (O365, SharePoint and One Drive).
· To be responsible for IT support for the office laptops and office systems (windows, O365, One Drive and SharePoint) ensuring that there is a maintenance contract in place and this is reviewed on a regular basis.
You will be required to undertake any other reasonable duties to support business requirements as requested.
Essential skills and experience
- Proven experience in operations or office management
- Strong organisational skills
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills
- IT Literacy including Microsoft 365, One Drive and SharePoint
- Experience of organising events
- Knowledge of health and safety legislation
- Knowledge of data protection legislation
- Ability to work in a team and independently
Desirable skills and experience
- First aid qualification
- Fire Marshall training
- Experience of the not for profit or charity sector
- Experience of the publishing industry
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our values - we endeavour to tackle structural discrimination and prejudice wherever we see it. Part of this commitment means we are looking to increase the diversity in our organisation at all levels. We strongly encourage applications from a broad range of social, cultural, educational and underrepresented backgrounds.
Financial assistance
The Book Trade Charity offers financial help to applicants (particularly those under the age of 30) looking for jobs in the book trade, including help with interview costs, affordable housing and accommodation. Find out more
What we offer
As a progressive and ethical not-for-profit organisation, we offer a range of benefits to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We’re a London Living Wage and Disability Confident – Committed. Benefits include:
· Competitive salary
· Cycle to work scheme
· Death in service benefit
· Employee assistance programme
· Flexible hybrid working practices
· Family-friendly, disability-confident inclusive culture
· Generous annual leave, including bank holidays
· Salary exchange pension scheme
· Interest-free annual travel card loan
· Office closure over Christmas*
· Private healthcare
* Colleagues can work over the Christmas period, although the building is closed. For those who wish to take additional time off, this will be deducted from your annual leave allowance.
As an employer, we nurture a working environment in which staff can grow and develop and there may be opportunities to take on increased responsibility as experiences grows. We recognise the value of flexibility in the way we work with a positive culture of hybrid working practices. We welcome questions and conversations at interview stage about how flexible working could work for you.
To apply, please send your CV, and a personal statement which demonstrates how your skills and experience will meet our requirements (max. 2 x A4 pages)
Empowering authors since 1884. We have been advising individuals and speaking out for the profession for more than a century.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.

