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This role delivers a range of dynamic and engaging financial education programmes to young people,adults, and professionals. As part of our Programmes and Delivery Directorate, our trainers love working with our participants; they’re the front line of our work, representing Money Ready’s exceptional programme quality in a range of settings. This role will work with both children and adults across our programme suite and will require significant travel to our delivery locations throughout NI to deliver face-to face sessions to diverse groups of learners. Occasional virtual sessions will also need to be delivered. All delivery-related travel is covered.

We are proud of the quality of trainers we hire, and we have a good mix of people, including former primary and secondary teachers and youth workers.

You will be joining an excellent team in Northern Ireland who know their stuff, so there will be ample opportunity for you to learn and to provide feedback on where our programmes might improve. You do not need to be an existing expert on financial education; we will train you on everything you need to know.

Who are you

You are qualified chef or catering professional who is excited by the prospect of developing training, business partnerships and product development in conjunction with the staff and volunteers at our community garden, kitchen and nursery in Richmond.

About your values and strengths 

You will be someone who:

• Grasps new ideas and opportunities and runs with them
• Has the energy and skills to share their knowledge with others
• Is a powerful advocate for learning and development, particularly for people with learning disabilities
• Will be able to mobilise the skills and resources of staff, volunteers and users of the service to deliver work and the work of the kitchen and its development
• Will see the value of, and maximise the opportunities available to through the work of the community garden, its produce and the resources to be developed from it.
• Is confident in approaching other organisations and individuals to drive business and operational development

What we want you to do

Out "Kitchen at the Stud" project is a new initiative funded in partnership with the Royal Borough of Richmond. The Kitchen is a fully refurbished resource at the heart of our Horticultural Service based in grounds of Hampton Court Palace.

The Community Garden is an extensive horticultural resource and the kitchen project is an integrated part of our developing programme of learning and skills development. The Kitchen Lead will work with the garden team in building the kitchen into both a publicly accessible amenity, a training resource, seasonal cafe available on open days and for targeted group dining in addition to exploring the potential for product lines for public sale.

What you can expect from us

Balance is a specialist provider of community based support and services across SW London to people with learning disabilities and enduring mental health support needs. We are:

• A charity that works hard to put its people, those who it supports and those who provide its services at the heart of what we do.
• A charity that takes its mission and values seriously in developing its services, operational approach and commercial relationships
• An organisation supports and encourages its staff to participate as partners in our development as a business, our outcomes and the delivery of our values.

• Entrepreneurial, outward facing, collaborative and embrace the testing of new ideas and initiative.

Additional Benefits of working for us

• A commitment to training and professional development to support internal progression in and beyond the charity.
• Inclusion in and a 3% employers contribution to the charity's pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave allowance of 25 days a year plus bank holidays and an additional day off for your birthday.
• Access to a range of discount schemes including Blue Light Card
• Access to the charity's employee assistance programme.
• Access to travel card loan, and bike to work scheme.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of Autistic young people? Do you thrive on supporting individuals to achieve their full potential? Ambitious College is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Specialist Teaching Assistant!

Ambitious College is an independent specialist day college committed to empowering autistic young people aged 16–25. Our unique educational approach revolves around the individual, providing a highly personalized curriculum and unwavering support to help our learners acquire new skills and integrate into everyday life.

Located within the vibrant campuses of the College of West Thames College in West London , as well as Haringey, Enfield, and North East London (CONEL), 

Ambitious College offers a diverse range of learning opportunities. Through partnerships with local businesses, community groups, and mainstream colleges, we provide real-world work experiences, ensuring our learners thrive in various environments.

As an Specialist Teaching Assistant at Ambitious College, you'll play a crucial role in our learner's journeys, providing academic assistance and community support on a 1:1 basis. Your dedication and commitment will directly contribute to our learners' success, enabling them to achieve their goals and lead fulfilling lives within their communities.

At Ambitious College, our values guide everything we do, placing autistic young people at the forefront of our mission. Join us in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every individual is valued and empowered to reach their full potential.

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career and make a meaningful impact, apply now to become part of the Ambitious College family. Together, let's inspire greatness and unlock the potential within each learner!

Working pattern: 35 hours per week - Monday to Friday

You will be required to work 41 weeks per year, but will be paid for 52 weeks per year.

Start Date- January 2026 or sooner

Interviews- ongoing interviews on a weekly basis on Tuesdays through November and December 2025

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.

Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Ambitious about Autism is a national charity dedicated to supporting autistic children and young people. We champion their rights and create opportunities for them to thrive through specialist education services and award-winning employment programmes.

(Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position)

Are you ready for a role that's challenging, exciting and full of purpose?

In this role, you will be working on a 1:1 basis with autistic pupils, helping them access the curriculum while encouraging their independence and self-esteem through both classroom learning and community activities.

Position: Specialist Teaching Assistant

School: TreeHouse School, Muswell Hill, N10 3JA

Contract Type: Full time, Permanent (term time only role)

Hours: 8.45am – 4.35pm

Salary: £26,638 to £28,005 (paid across 52 weeks)

About the School:

TreeHouse School is a vibrant community where over 100 autistic children and young people (aged 4–19) learn and thrive. We provide specialist, intensive support tailored to individual needs, with a person-centred approach that puts the young person's voice at the heart of everything.

Join a passionate, skilled team that truly cares. You'll be supported, challenged, and valued as you help transform lives.

We offer:

• Varied, meaningful work with real impact

• Autism-specific training and ongoing development

• Strong leadership and a culture that prioritises wellbeing

• A career that makes a difference every day

Our benefits package is on our website

Start date: After October half term 2025 (however earlier start dates are available depending on notice periods)

Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.

Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Ambitious About Autism is a national charity for autistic children and young people. We stand with autistic children and young people, champion their rights​ and create opportunities. We run specialist education services, an award-winning employment programme and children and young people are at the heart of our charity's decision-making, policy work and campaigning. 

(Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position)

In this role, you will be working on a 1:1 basis with our Autistic learners. You will provide support to learners so that they can access the curriculum whilst also promoting their independence and self-esteem through community led activities.

Position: Specialist Teaching Assistant

School: Ambitious College,Pears Campus, Capital City College Tottenham, N15 4FY

Contract Type: Full time, Permanent (Hours: 9am - 4.30pm)

Salary: £25,837 to £27,165 (based on experience)

About the School:

Ambitious College is an independent specialist day college dedicated to supporting autistic young people aged 16–25. Our educational approach focuses on the individual at all times. We offer a highly personalised curriculum and positively support our learners to acquire new skills and take part in everyday life. We are located within two mainstream further education college campuses: the College of Haringey, Enfield, and North East London, and West Thames College, West London. Through a range of partnerships with local businesses, community groups, and our mainstream college partners, we also offer opportunities to learn in the community. This combined approach – personalised education, positive support, and real work experience – delivers results. It allows our young people to achieve their goals, fulfil their potential, and go on to lead active lives in their community. Ambitious College's values define how we work and ensure that children and young people with autism are at the heart of all that we do.

As part of the Ambitious About Autism team, you will enjoy the following benefits:

• Term time only role (yet paid across 52 weeks)
• A competitive salary of up to £26,502 and an increase every September
• Free healthy breakfast available everyday
• State of the art Autism specific training including person centred approaches, positive behaviour support, medical training and understanding sensory needs
• Working with experts in the Autism industry with 1:1 meetings and training provided
• Eye test vouchers, season ticket loans and a cycle to work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme, to help you balance your work, family, and personal life
• Continuous professional development including access to coaching and mentoring as well as e-learning and online training courses

Start date: January 2026 (but flexible depending on notice periods)

Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.

Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

WCCM seeks to appoint an experienced, creative, and highly motivated Grant and Major Donor Fundraising Manager to lead fundraising and grant management across a global organisation dedicated to the teaching of Christian Meditation.

Working to the Executive Director, you will interact with our decentralised finance, marketing and communications staff and volunteers.  

Together, you will nurture Major Donor relationships and create and manage appropriate donor stewardship schemes and rationalise our income streams.

You’ll ensure grant reporting and management is kept on track whilst developing targeted proposals for new funding from sympathetic donors in the arena of Trusts and foundations.  

You will work to support both our teaching and resourcing of meditation and the running of our retreat centre in Bonnevaux, near Poitiers in France.

An excellent writer with excellent financial and budgeting skills, you will be adept at pulling together relevant, succinct and compelling information for our donor reports and bids.

You’ll work with communications staff to develop impactful donor communications which enhance our accountability and inspire renewed major donations.  

You will have a demonstrable track record in winning grants as well as in the stewardship of major donors.  

Occasional trips to France.

Interest in Christian Meditation/Spirituality an advantage.

Interviews: early December 2025

About Resource Futures

We want to create a future where organisations, people and communities can thrive and rebalance their relationship with material resources.

Resource Futures is an organisation accelerating the shift towards a circular world: putting restorative practices of reuse, repair, recycling at the heart of the fight to address the climate crisis. We help governments, businesses, NGOs and non-profits embrace regenerative change.

We are non-profit-distributing and have a close-knit team of 50+ trusted employees who collaborate across various areas of the business. Our multi-disciplined and connected approach sets us apart from the competition and enables us to build robust solutions that have a meaningful impact in the world.

We are passionate not only about what we do but how we do it, and we’re proud to be a part of the global B Corp movement to use business as a force for good. Employee-owned and independent, we’re all about helping each team member grow, and together striving towards our goal of creating a sustainable world.

The opportunity

Education is central to our vision for the future. Our team focuses on equipping young people and their wider school and home communities with knowledge, understanding, skills, values and attitudes that promote sustainable development and care for the world’s people and resources.

The Resource Futures Education Team has worked over the past 17 years in developing and delivering high quality Education for Sustainable Development programmes, specialising in waste issues.

Your role will be part of the education team in Devon who enable schools and young people to develop more sustainable practices and lifestyles, specifically within the areas of waste reduction, reuse, recycling and composting. 

Our ideal candidate will live in or around the East Devon / Exeter / Teignbridge area, where the majority of delivery will take place, with some home working. For the successful candidate, there may be an opportunity to expand the number of hours you deliver on a short-term basis, dependent on funding opportunities.

What you will be doing

· Develop and deliver high quality education programmes in schools on the 3Rs – reduce, reuse and recycle - and composting, to include: 

o Leading workshops, assemblies and waste audits.

o Advising school staff (including senior staff, cleaners, caretakers, kitchen staff and other non-teaching staff) on educational and practical waste issues. 

o Support or lead school visits to waste management facilities such as recycling centres and energy from waste (EfW) plants. 

· Recruit schools to the programme and ensure bookings, administration and preparation are undertaken to a high standard. 

· Develop new learning and teaching materials to support the programme, including physical and e-resources. 

· Create and maintain effective relationships with Devon County Council, district councils and other relevant organisations. 

· Assist schools in the practicalities of setting up and maintaining their recycling and composting systems, in liaison with district councils. 

· Work in partnership with Devon County Council to run events, competitions and teacher training courses. 

· Develop effective and supportive relationships with primary, secondary and special schools across the Devon area. 

· Keep accurate records of work, including data on schools visited and waste audit results. 

· Monitor and evaluate the programme, including contribution towards the written annual report. 

· Liaise with other Resource Futures colleagues on project tasks, such as publicity and promotion.

· Contribute to the Recycle Devon and Zone websites, School Sustainability Bulletin and social media where required. 

· Help schools to access resources to write and implement climate action plans.

· Keep abreast of new developments and ideas in education, particularly education for sustainable development. 

· Represent Resource Futures at external meetings. 

· Identify opportunities for business development. 

· Any other tasks as deemed appropriate to this post. 

Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) employers check will be carried out for this role.

The essentials

· Previous experience working in or with primary schools, or experience or training in a relevant subject or area. 

· Knowledge of education in schools including the National Curriculum. 

· Demonstrable knowledge of sustainable resource and waste management issues and solutions, including composting.

· Demonstrable knowledge of and/or experience in education for sustainable development.

· Experience of monitoring and evaluation processes. 

· Experience of developing learning and teaching materials. 

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as presentation skills. 

· Great interpersonal skills to motivate others. 

· Ability to work effectively on own initiative and as part of a team. 

· Ability to perform calmly under pressure. 

· Willingness to deliver workshops and activities outdoors as well as indoors. 

· Competent IT user, particularly Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint. 

· Current full driving licence with own transport or ability to travel easily in and around Devon. As this role will mainly take you to East Devon, Teignbridge and Exeter (as well as home working), you will need to be within easy commuting distance of these areas. 

· Commitment to education and sharing expertise. 

· Imaginative and resourceful as well as enthusiastic and constructive. 

· Access to a compost bin/heap for some of the workshop delivery. 

Great to haves

· Qualified teacher status (QTS). 

· Experience of working in or with secondary and special schools. 

· Knowledge of energy and carbon management issues and solutions. 

· Experience of partnership working with Local Authorities and Districts or similar local organisations. 

· Business development skills. 

· Knowledge of other IT packages e.g. Canva, Eventbrite, Mailchimp and SurveyMonkey. 

· Knowledge of climate action plans in education settings. 

Benefits

· Embedded flexi working culture.

· 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, each year (pro rata for part-time hours) – flexibility to work or use some bank holidays for annual leave.

· Buying and selling annual leave policy to add further flexibility around how you manage your work/non-work time and give you better control over how much and when you take leave from work.

· Paid volunteer time each year (a full day for those working 19 hours or more per week, and a half day for those working up to 18.75 hours per week).

· Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.

· Enhanced sick pay.

· Scottish Widows pension plan – the company will match up to 7% of your contribution.

· Group life assurance cover.

· Healthcare portal offering 24/7 GP access and prescription service, mental health support, wellbeing advice, financial and legal guidance.

· Mental health and wellbeing group with trained mental health first aiders and responders, maintaining a focus on support for our team.

· A cycle to work scheme for all and on-site showers at the Bristol office.

· Home and tech scheme - costs at Currys and Ikea spread across 12 months, and up to 10% savings.

· Paid professional membership such as CIWM or ISEP.

· An opportunity to become a company member, contributing to decision making and the future direction and success of our business.

· Consultative Group – a group of employees providing an anonymous vehicle for employee voice, raising issues, proposing changes and engaging senior management.

· Regular line manager 1:1s and performance reviews, with opportunities to discuss and build targets that inspire and push you professionally.

· Annual training budget to ensure continued progression and development, as well as regular internal ‘Lunchtime Briefs’ and other sessions to share skills and knowledge across all roles.

· Two annual team activity days, each followed by evening socials.

· Green and accessible Bristol office, surrounded by nature, and close to the harbourside.

· Accessible central Glasgow office close to local public transport links as well as cafés and shops, with various complementary facilities, events and networking opportunities.

· An opportunity to join a friendly, fun, professional, challenging, and supportive place to work, and a team that is collectively focused on making a positive impact.

Resource Futures is an equal opportunities employer. We strive to create a working environment where everyone can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment.

We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us in being themselves at work. We pride ourselves on working flexibly to enable our people to take care of their mental health and maintain a good life-work balance.

We are Disability Confident and a Living Wage employer, and our hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.

We recruit and treat everyone with equality and respect regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital or partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. In line with the expectations set out in our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy, we place an obligation upon all of our people to respect and act in accordance with this statement.

Please apply via our website link by 9am on Monday 1st December 2025. Please let us know if you would like to submit your application in a different format. Interviews for this role will be held at Pinbrook Recycling Centre in Exeter on 11th and 12th December 2025.

Here at the IOP we are looking for a Project Officer within the Education and Workforce team for a fixed period until the end of September 2026 to support us in our mission.

What is it like working at the IOP?

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

Our comprehensive benefits package including:

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

The Role

This position will support the Education and Workforce team in its mission to build a thriving, diverse physics teaching community and will see you support the operational delivery of the Scholarships Programme, including the recruitment, assessment and selection of Scholars, and the two-year support programme.

What will I be doing?

Working for our Strategic Implementation Manager the focus will be on leading on the operational delivery of the IOP Teacher Training Scholarships. Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Providing support to the Strategic Implementation Manager in relation to the Scholarships budget, including creating budget forecasts and quarterly invoices.
• Working with our internal Marketing Department to shape the marketing programme and evaluating the effectiveness of our various advertising channels – including our webinar series.
• To manage applications, including setting up and maintaining the online application form, screening ineligible candidates, obtaining references from referees, collating applications for the shortlisting process and assessment panels.
• Data management and storage, including providing data and analysis to facilitate monthly/quarterly reporting and invoicing to the DfE, ensuring candidate and Scholar data is captured, maintained and deleted according to the IOP policy guidelines, supporting the tracking of scholars through their initial training and into teaching.  Including, supervising the consultant in charge of the data capture of the status and wellbeing of Scholars.

Who will I work with?

You will be line managed by the Strategic Implementation Manager and support the Manager Teaching Workforce in the delivery of their projects. 

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

Essential Criteria

• Experience of working in a project-based environment with significant internal and external stakeholder interest. Note that formal project management qualifications are not a requirement.
• Sustained and confident working knowledge of MS Excel and handling data
• Skilled in the administration and PM of multiple projects and ensuring quality assurance through evaluation, reporting and monitoring processes and documentation.

Nice to have

• This role does not require physics subject knowledge or teaching experience, but these would be an advantage.
• Website maintenance experience
• Experience using customer relationship management software, such as Salesforce.

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

Application

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

Why should I want to work for the IOP?

The Institute of Physics (IOP) is the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland - we seek to raise public awareness and understanding of physics and support the development of a diverse and inclusive physics community. As a charity, we’re here to ensure that physics delivers on its exceptional potential to benefit society.  To find out more about our work, watch this film.

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in your application and / or throughout the recruitment process please do not hesitate to reach out to us for support.

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

Communications and Programmes Officer

Salary: £30,000 per annum
Contract: Fixed term – one year
Location: Hybrid Full-time, 35 hours per week. The work pattern is flexible, with more working from home than office work, occasional travel throughout England and Wales, and rare travel overseas.Location: CSAN office is Romero House, 55 Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1

Reports to: Senior member of the team

Are you passionate about social justice, communications, and Catholic Social Teaching? Do you enjoy working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment?

We’re looking for a Communications and Programmes Officer to help us strengthen our voice, support our members, and deliver impactful events and resources.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading on digital communications – newsletters, social media, and web content
• Supporting the delivery of events, courses, and member convenings
• Gathering insights through surveys and maintaining member engagement data
• Preparing briefings and resources that support our social mission
• Contributing to a positive team culture and supporting new colleagues and volunteers

What we’re looking for:

• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience
• Excellent written English and multimedia skills
• Strong organisational and project management abilities
• A collaborative working style and attention to detail
• A commitment to our mission and values, and an interest in Catholic Social Teaching

Bonus skills (desirable but not essential):

• Experience with virtual learning platforms, graphic design, or working in a faith-based organisation

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a small national team committed to making a difference through faith-inspired social action. We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for learning and development, and the chance to contribute meaningfully to the Catholic social mission in England and Wales.the deadline for applications is 12 noon on Monday, 1st December, with interviews in person in London week commencing 8th December.

Job Summary

Learning Support Assistants support PiP’s Development Workers to deliver a flexible programme of learning and development opportunities; ensuring that students can actively participate and engage in sessions, giving student’s maximum opportunity to learn and develop. 

PiP’s programmes focus on four learning pathways:

- Independent Living Skills

- Creative and Performing Arts

- Health, Wellbeing and Happiness

- Employment and Vocational Skills

The role incorporates session delivery, recording and monitoring student progress, key working responsibilities such as liaising with student’s support networks and involvement in PiP’s wider work. 

Who We Are

PIP is a local charity that supports adults with learning disabilities or autism to achieve their potential, and to lead lives that are as independent as possible.  

Our mission is to empower adults with learning disabilities to achieve their potential. We are a growing, grassroots charity based in West London, and run a number of key services to promote independence and choice for our students.

What You’ll Need

• Experience of working with people with learning disabilities, or a similar vulnerable service user group in care or educational settings
• A strong commitment to person-centred support and advocacy
• A passion for enabling positive change in the lives of our students
• The character and communication skills to be an effective and supportive team member
• Energy, initiative and a proactive attitude
• A calm and creative approach to challenges and problem solving

What We Offer:

· You'll get 25 days holiday + bank holidays ever year. We're closed for Christmas but the rest of the year you may take leave whenever you wish. 

· An extra day of annual leave for each year you've worked with us up to another 5 (30 in total)

· We offer a travel subsidy to help with the cost of commuting.

· We provide a 4% pension contribution

· Incremental pay progression

· When we can, we try to have an early finish on Fridays for staff at 4 pm

· Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling

· We offer regular team meals and social-generally during work hours and they are optional.

· We offer a cycle-to-work scheme and other staff discounts

Our Mission

PiP's mission is to empower adults with learning disabilities to achieve their potential. We are a growing, grassroots charity based in West London, and run a number of key services to promote independence and choice for our service users.

Our commitments

PiP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with the Inclusive Employers Standard 2020. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly applicants who are significantly underrepresented in our sector, such as people with lived experience of disabilities and individuals from Black and Minority ethnic communities. 

PiP keeps all personal information confidential and in line with current data protection legislation and GDPR. 

Closing Date: Friday, 28 November, 2025

We encourage you to apply early, as applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we reserve the right to close the advert sooner subject to finding suitable candidates.  

Working within the Visitor Services team, you will play key role in developing our education and events programme. Based at Deen City Farm, working within a beautiful setting, the role will be working to expand opportunities for children and adults within the local community. You will be a strong communicator, able to manage your time and priorities effectively, and will want to deliver impactful and inspiring programmes. 

BACKGROUND

Deen City Farm is a successful community resource comprising a city farm, riding school and garden project based in the London Borough of Merton. Our mission is to be an oasis providing urban communities with the opportunity to connect with animals and nature. Our founding charitable objectives include promoting education in agriculture, horticulture, home-crafts, country life and animal care and providing facilities for members of our local communities, in particular those considered the most vulnerable.

JOB PURPOSE

To work within the Visitor Services team to support the running and development of the education and events programme at Deen City Farm.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Full time 40 hours per week, permanent, usually Monday to Friday. Some evening, weekend and bank holiday work will be required.

• Develop and maintain professional links with schools, colleges and community groups.
• Develop an educational programme in line with the current curriculum. Creating an offering which covers appropriate themes in line with our charitable objectives.
• Ensure appropriate Safeguarding procedures are in place and followed.
• Lead on informal education opportunities including creating educational family trails and running school holiday activities.
• Coordinate school and community group visits onsite, ensuring that they are adequately staffed.
• Coordinate and run farm tours for school and community groups.
• Update and maintain the information panels around the farm, creating engaging and educational content.
• To work with the Farm’s management team in order to engage the local community with a diverse mix of events and activities, promoting year-round attendance to the farm.
• To provide educational advice and support to colleagues as and when required.
• Work with senior staff members to identify new sources of funding including grants, individual and corporate donors.
• Help plan and coordinate site-wide events in conjunction with the Visitor Services Manager, ensuring that our activity programme is engaging and educational.
• Comply and input into relevant Health & Safety Procedures and Risk Assessments.
• To ensure that the classroom and areas used for educational purposes areas are kept tidy, with equipment and materials safely stored and regular safety checks carried out.
• Attend regular team meetings to promote and encourage the on-going effective delivery of educational opportunities.
• Visit schools and educational events with our mobile farm.
• Oversee the administration or the education programme including preparing activity budgets.
• To collaborate with the Visitor Services Manger on reports to the General Manager and Board of Trustees as required.
• Work closely with other managers to maximise visitor enjoyment and increase awareness of the Farm’s charitable objectives.
• Any other duties that may arise which are appropriate to the role.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION

Essential

• Educated to degree level or relevant experience.
• Relevant teaching/ coaching experience.
• Experience of working with young people.
• Experience of working with adults and children with physical and/or learning disabilities.
• Experience of delivering arts & crafts education.
• Experience with Health and Safety procedures, including risk assessments.
• Excellent literacy, numeracy and IT skills, with the ability to keep accurate records.
• Experience managing and motivating staff and volunteers.
• Knowledge of Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities legislation.
• Knowledge or willingness to learn about animal welfare and husbandry.
• Excellent communication
• A positive team player
• A creative, open and innovative approach to working with people, particularly those who experience disadvantage and inequality.
• Able to identify imaginative and productive ways of utilising assets with limited resources.
• Organised and efficient
• Comfortable working with and handling animals.
• Consent to an enhanced DBS

Desirable

• Teaching qualification.
• Additional practical/academic qualifications in a related subject
• Experience of working in a community farm.
• Experience working in a charity or community-based environment.
• Budget Management
• Experience of graphic design work.
• Knowledge of fundraising and income generation.
• Horticultural/food growing knowledge or experience.
• Qualified First aider
• Fire Marshall
• Full clean driving license

Are you passionate about supporting people to expand their skills through the power of gardening? We provide horticultural training and gardening therapy to adults with learning disabilities, helping them develop employability, build confidence, and improve their social skills. 

Share is a registered charity and a centre for training and wellbeing. We provide a range of programmes helping adults with learning disabilities, autism and other support needs become more happy, healthy and independent. Our vision is a world where disabled people are fully included in society, living the life they choose, and we need talented people to help us make that happen. 

We need an experienced horticulture trainer to lead the training programme at our beautiful garden site in Tooting. We are looking for someone to lead, develop and deliver horticulture training programmes that aims to make sure our students enjoy greater independence and the chance to move closer to employment.

Main responsibilities 

• You’ll lead, develop, and deliver horticulture training to disabled adults ranging from entry level to level 2
• You’ll champion a strong work ethic in the garden, helping students achieve their qualifications and develop work-related skills, linking closely with our on-site social enterprise Share Nurseries, which grows and sells plants to the public 

• You will manage three members of the horticulture project, overseeing their projects and providing experience and supporting them 

• You’ll maintain student records, oversee the preparation of student portfolios for verification, and report on progress 

Who we’re looking for 

• You have occupational competence in Horticulture, ideally qualified to Level 3 or above 

• You have first-rate interpersonal skills, you’re able to communicate and relate to people from all backgrounds
• You’ve delivered horticulture training, and you’ve successfully organised and led a small team before
• You can enthuse and motivate people who may at times find learning challenging, with your patience, empathy, and understanding of autism and learning disabilities
• Most importantly, you’re committed to the inclusion of disabled people in all aspects of life 

A qualification in horticulture therapy would be an advantage, but a strong interest and passion for the healing power of plants is a must. 

Why work for us?  

Share is committed to empowering disabled people. You’ll make a difference every day, helping people to live as independently as possible. 

Our values drive us forward. They provide the framework for everything we do, including who we hire. We believe everyone has something to offer others, and we build on people's individual talents, interests and abilities. We think happy employees are successful employees. 

We won employer of the year at the Wandsworth Business Awards in 2019 and we hold gold Investors in People accreditation. This means we truly understand the value of people: we focus on what people can do, not what holds them back. And we have robust policies in place so that every single person working at Share takes ownership for making our programmes come to life. 

We’ve been praised for our supportive working environment where everyone has a voice and is valued. You’ll be surrounded by people who support you, challenge you, and inspire you. 

How to apply 

We actively encourage applications from people from minoritised ethnic communities and with lived experience of a learning disability and/or autism. This is because we believe our staff should reflect the diversity of our student body wherever possible in order to provide the best possible service.

Please send us your CV and a cover letter. In your letter, please tell us: 

1. What is your experience of working with SEN adults in a horticulture setting? 

2. What is your understanding of behaviour that challenges? 

3. What are your top three qualities that make you an excellent Lead Horticulture Trainer? 

If you would like to have chat about the role or visit us prior to applying, please contact a member of the HR team.

We focus on ability and believe people work best when they feel valued, safe and happy. We do all that we can to make sure that Share is friendly and welcoming to everyone. All CVs and applications are sanitised to ensure unbiased recruitment. 

This job is subject to two satisfactory references, evidence of qualifications, an enhanced DBS check and providing evidence of the right to work in the UK. If you are disabled and would like to discuss other ways of submitting your application, please contact us.

Our privacy policy for job applicants can be found on our website.

We look forward to receiving your application. 

Programme Manager & Facilitator - LifeSkills (Wales)
Inspire the next generation. Shape the future workforce.

About LifeSkills
LifeSkills is an innovative programme designed to inspire and equip young people with the essential skills for the 21st-century workplace. From CV writing and interview techniques to creativity, resilience, and managing your online presence - LifeSkills helps young people build confidence and prepare for the future.

About the Role
As a Programme Manager & Facilitator, you’ll play a key role in delivering LifeSkills workshops in schools across Wales, both in person and online. You’ll bring the content to life, engage students, and work closely with schools and Barclays colleagues to ensure the programme’s success.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Become an expert in our ready-made online resources to deliver engaging and impactful workshops.
• Develop and manage a delivery plan to meet student engagement targets and coordinate volunteer involvement from Barclays staff.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on programme outcomes in line with contract requirements.
• Collaborate with Programme Managers and Facilitators in Scotland and Northern Ireland to share best practice and drive continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in programme management and workshop facilitation.
• A confident communicator who can adapt delivery to suit different audiences and learning needs.
• Strong relationship-builder with experience working with schools, businesses, or community organisations.
• Organised, proactive, and passionate about making a difference.

Additional Information

• Contract:Fixed-term until July 2027 - flexible part-time hours
• Location:  Home-based in Wales, with regular travel required across South West and South East Wales for programme delivery and participant engagement plus regular visits to the BITC Cymru office in Cardiff
• Salary: £27,945 to £32,000 full time equivalent per annum (pro-rata for part time i.e. 0.8 FTE/28 hours per week £22,356 to £25,600 per annum)
• Working pattern:We are open to discussing flexible working requests.This role could be undertaken on a full-time, term-time only arrangement.  Alternatively, this role could be undertaken on a part time basis - 0.8 FTE 28 hours per week (0.8 FTE). 
• Due to the nature of this role, a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check will be required.
• Dates:
  • Closing date Sunday 30 November 2025 at midnight
  • Interviews on Monday 8 December and Tuesday 9 December 2025

Membership Development Manager
Responsible to: Deputy CEO
Location: South Kensington, London SW7 with hybrid working options
Working Pattern: 35 hours a week
Terms: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £45,000 to £47,375 per annum depending on experience and qualifications

The Society

The Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers) is the learned society and professional body for geography and geographers. It is also a charity and a membership organisation. The Society was founded in 1830 and has been one of the most active of the learned societies ever since. It was pivotal in establishing geography as a teaching and research discipline in British universities and continues to play a key role in geographical and environmental education.

The Society is a leading world centre for geographical learning – supporting education, teaching, research, professional practice and scientific expeditions, as well as promoting public understanding and enjoyment of geography and providing advice to policymakers.

The Society offers professional accreditation to members through Chartered Geographer status. The Society is based in a listed building in its own grounds in Kensington opposite Hyde Park, and operates nine regional branches in the UK and two overseas.

The Position

We are seeking a proactive, collaborative professional with marketing and sales experience to take on the role of Membership Development Manager.

This is a new role to drive the growth, engagement, and retention of our Fellows and Members by working across the organisation to deliver membership acquisition, development, and engagement.

You will work across our organisation to develop member-focused initiatives and contribute to the Society’s strategic goals of expanding and diversifying its membership base.

Duties and responsibilities

• Membership acquisition - Design and deliver, in partnership with colleagues, membership strategies that grow acquisition, deepen engagement, and improve retention.
• Membership development - Design and develop product diversification, pathways for member progression, including transitions between membership types and professional recognition.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure membership and partnership initiatives support wider organisational goals.

The successful candidate will have commercial, marketing and sales experience as well as experience in membership development – products, services, customer engagement, or professional development.

Salary and Benefits

This is a permanent, full-time post subject to successful completion of a probationary period of three months. The salary range for this post is £45,000 to £47,375 per annum depending on experience and qualifications. The post is based in Kensington, London.

There are a range of benefits at the Society which include the following:

• 35-hour working week with core working hours between 10.00am and 4.00pm.
• Flexible working arrangements are available with a mix of office based and home working.
• 25 days annual leave per annum, pro rata, plus public bank holidays.
• Society closure between Christmas and New Year, in addition to the basic annual leave allowance.
• Pension scheme - 3% employee, 7.5% employer.
• Group Life Assurance at four-times basic annual salary.
• Corporate eye care vouchers.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free 24-hour Employee Assistance helpline with available counselling support.

Closing date: 9.30am on 27 November 2025.

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.

The Society aims to be an equal opportunities employer.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The Society is unable to offer work visa sponsorships.

We thank, in advance, all candidates for applying and regret we are unable to write separately to those who are not selected for interview.

No agencies please.