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With more than 700 members, Homeless Link works to improve services and campaign for policy change that will help end homelessness and ensure that everyone has a place to call home and the support they need to keep it.

Our Consultancy team works with organisations across the homelessness, housing, health and wider social and public sectors to improve services, strengthen organisational effectiveness and ultimately achieve better outcomes for people experiencing homelessness.  The Consultancy Coordinator, will play a central role in supporting the successful delivery of our consultancy projects. Working closely with Consultancy Managers, Associates and clients, you will provide high-quality administrative and coordination support across a diverse portfolio of projects, helping to ensure they are delivered efficiently, professionally and to a high standard.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Consultancy team and develop your skills in project coordination, stakeholder engagement and consultancy operations, while contributing to Homeless Link’s mission to end homelessness. We are looking for an organised and proactive individual with excellent administrative, communication and coordination skills. The successful candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent IT skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a busy team.  Experience of project administration, stakeholder engagement or working within a consultancy, charity or membership environment would be advantageous. An understanding of the homelessness sector is welcome but not essential. For full details of the role and how to apply follow the redirect ot recruiter link to our website.

We are actively working to increase diversity within our organisation and would particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of homelessness, from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, and/or people with disabilities. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our work and help us better serve the communities we support.

Location: Remote
Contract: Temporary, until January 2027
Hours: Full-time, 36.25 hours per week
Salary: £24.54 per hour (+ holiday) (circa £46,400 salaried equivalent)
Start Date: ASAP

Prospectus is proud to be supporting our client, a well established national charity, in their search for a temporary Project Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage strategic projects, ensuring delivery within agreed quality, cost, and risk parameters.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, milestones, and deliverables.
• Monitor project performance and provide regular progress reports to stakeholders.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Establish effective governance arrangements and reporting structures.
• Build strong working relationships across teams and departments to support successful delivery.
• Facilitate decision-making and escalate challenges where necessary.
• Support and develop project team members, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.
• Develop business cases and track the benefits and outcomes of project activities.
• Use data and evidence to support planning, decision-making, and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Recent, relevant experience in a similar project role in a not-for-profit or charitable organisation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the capacity to build strong stakeholder relationships.
• High level of organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Collaborative and proactive approach.

CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis so early applications are strongly encouraged to avoid missing out. If you're interested, please apply ASAP with your CV in Word format.

At Prospectus, we are committed to supporting you throughout your application journey. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity.

Location: Remote
Contract: Temporary, until January 2027
Hours: Full-time, 36.25 hours per week
Salary: £16.35 per hour (+ holiday) (circa £30,900 salaried equivalent)
Start Date: ASAP

Prospectus is proud to be supporting our client, a well established national charity, in their search for a temporary Project Officer.

Responsibilities:

• Support project planning, governance, risk and issue management activities.
• Maintain project documentation and reporting.
• Organise and facilitate meetings and workshops.
• Monitor progress against project milestones and provide regular updates.
• Analyse data and produce reports to support decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve project processes and systems.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders across the organisation.
• Help ensure all project activity supports the organisation's commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Requirements:

• Recent, relevant experience in a similar project role in a not-for-profit or charitable organisation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the capacity to build strong stakeholder relationships.
• High level of organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Collaborative and proactive approach.

CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis so early applications are strongly encouraged to avoid missing out. If you're interested, please apply ASAP with your CV in Word format.

At Prospectus, we are committed to supporting you throughout your application journey. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity.

Role Overview

The Talent Set are delighted to partner with a brilliant health charity on a fantastic Social Media Manager role. This position involves crafting and executing effective social media strategies to enhance visibility, engage audiences, and support the organisation's charitable mission on various digital platforms. This is a 6 month fixed term contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage social media campaigns aligned with organisational goals.
• Create engaging, inclusive content tailored to diverse audiences across multiple platforms.
• Monitor social media channels, analyse performance metrics, and optimise strategies for maximum reach and engagement.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure consistent messaging and brand voice.
• Stay current with social media trends, tools, and best practices to innovate content approaches.
• Manage social media advertising and promotional activities, ensuring budget optimisation.
• Foster positive community engagement through timely responses and interactions.

Person Specification

• Experience within a social media role at a not for profit organisation
• Proven experience managing social media channels for organisations, preferably within charitable or non-profit sectors.
• Excellent written communication skills with a flair for creating compelling content.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret performance data and adapt strategies accordingly.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrating organisation and time management skills.
• Creative mindset, open to experimenting with new content formats and tools.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous learning.
• Commitment to organisational values centred around community engagement and impact.

What’s on Offer
Salary: £42,000 - £47,000 pro rata, for this 6 month fixed term contract. This is a hybrid role, 2 days a week in their Central London office.

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.

Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

Location: Central London, hybrid
Contract: Temporary, 3 months
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary: £16.99 to 19.18 per hour (+ holiday)
Start Date: ASAP

Prospectus is proud to be supporting our client, a well-established professional membership body, in their search for a temporary Personal Assistant. 

Responsibilities:

• Manage a busy inbox, filtering emails and acting as a first point of contact where appropriate.
• Coordinate diary commitments, schedule meetings, book appointments, and resolve calendar conflicts.
• Arrange one-off and recurring meetings, liaising confidently with internal and external stakeholders.
• Draft correspondence and prepare meeting briefs and supporting documentation.
• Maintain digital filing systems and ensure information is organised and easily accessible.
• Support expense tracking and undertake basic administrative and bookkeeping tasks.
• Help identify opportunities to improve administrative processes and ways of working.

Requirements:

• Recent, relevant experience in a similar support role in a not-for-profit organisation
• Strong capability with digital tools, particularly Microsoft Products and AI
• High level of organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage priorities and deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to build strong relationships
• Collaborative and proactive approach

CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis so early applications are strongly encouraged to avoid missing out. If you're interested, please apply ASAP with your CV in Word format.

At Prospectus, we are committed to supporting you throughout your application journey. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity.

Location: Remote (with occasional UK travel, typically around 1 day per month)
Hours: Part-time, 3 days per week
Contract: Temporary, 4 months (with potential to become permanent)
Pay: £19.23 per hour (+ holiday pay)
Start Date: ASAP (candidates with up to 2 weeks' notice will be considered)

We are delighted to be supporting a national charity in the search for a temporary Health & Safety Coordinator to join their team on a part-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Health & Safety professional to take ownership of health and safety across a national organisation, ensuring effective systems, policies and practices are embedded throughout the charity. Working remotely and collaborating with stakeholders across the organisation, you will play a key role in maintaining compliance, promoting best practice and fostering a positive safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain the organisation's health and safety management framework.
• Develop, review and implement health and safety policies, procedures and risk assessments.
• Provide practical advice and guidance to managers, staff and volunteers on health and safety matters. 
• Ensure compliance with relevant UK health and safety legislation and best practice.
• Monitor compliance through audits, inspections and review of controls.
• Support the reporting, investigation and follow-up of accidents, incidents and near misses.
• Coordinate health and safety training and awareness activities across the organisation.
• Liaise with external stakeholders including insurers, regulators and specialist consultants where required. 
• Maintain accurate records and produce reports to support governance and compliance requirements. 
• Work with colleagues at all levels to promote a positive and practical health and safety culture. 

Requirements

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent Health & Safety qualification (essential).
• Proven experience in a Health & Safety role.
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and best practice. 
• Experience developing risk assessments, policies and safety procedures.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong record-keeping and reporting capabilities. 
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and influence positive change. Experience within the charity, public sector or not-for-profit environment would be highly desirable.
• A proactive, practical and collaborative approach to managing organisational health and safety.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-respected charity and make a meaningful impact by ensuring the health, safety and wellbeing of colleagues, volunteers and service users across the organisation. With the possibility of the role becoming permanent, it offers an excellent opportunity for a Health & Safety professional seeking a flexible, mission-driven position.

At Prospectus, we are committed to supporting you throughout your application journey. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity.

Hours:28 hours per week Mon – Thurs. Working hours 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. with one-hour unpaid break. 

Contract: Fixed term until 31st March 2027, with the possibility of extension

Responsible to:  Nightingale Service Manager

Location: Richmond upon Thames - User homes, community locations, office (White House Community Centre, Hampton), from home, hospitals – as required by service. Home Working in line with Hybrid Working Policy.

Salary: £32,000 FTE DOE plus 5% pension contribution. Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Blue Light card and Age UK discount schemes.

Join a great team providing support to local older people when leaving hospital.

Age UK Richmond upon Thames is a local independent charity supporting older people across the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. We provide a wide range of useful and well utilised local services in Richmond upon Thames designed to improve wellbeing and enhance independence – including information & advice; a wide range of social & wellbeing centres and sessions; support after hospital discharge; digital skills development; Dementia Friendly Richmond; mental health peer support and home services such as handyperson, housekeeping and gardening. Partnership is a core part of our work – we work in close collaboration with other voluntary sector partners and wider organisations to maximise our impact and reach. Our friendly and committed team of 50 staff and 100+ volunteers support over 4,000 local older people each year.

We currently have an excellent administrator opportunity for flexible and proactive individual to join our Nightingale Home from Hospital service, which provides much needed free support to local older people who have been discharged from hospital or become unwell in the community – with a particular emphasis on those living alone and without family support. Our

Our small team of team & volunteers are  involved in organising and delivering tasks which facilitate a speedy hospital discharge and make homes safer to avoid admission – including fitting keysafes, moving furniture, shopping, giving advice and coordinating with health & social teams. 

This busy role will include:

- Liaise with referrers, clients, their families and carers to identify the support required upon hospital discharge.

- Developing a holistic plan of support working with others and be able to personally deliver aspects of this support including practical tasks. This could include but is not limited to information & advice, moving furniture, preparing the home for discharge, shopping and organising transport. This will involve working directly in the homes of clients.

- Recording all referrals, actions, progress and data via a CRM / database.

- Ensure the individual receives the support/services they need – working and communicating with staff, referrers, clients, family members, carers, social workers, hospitals and other Age UK Richmond and voluntary sector services. 

We are looking for an individual who has experience in a similar health , social care or voluntary sector setting and is willing to take a hand on role. A good level of IT skills is also required.

Access to a vehicle is required for the role.  

Please click apply to be taken to our website and full details on how to apply. Application deadline is 9 a.m. on Monday 27th July 2026 with interviews on 30th July 2026.

Interim Head of Finance

Minimum 6-Month Contract

An established and highly respected charitable organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Finance to lead its finance function through an exciting period of change and continuous improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance leader who enjoys balancing strategic input with operational delivery. Reporting into the Director of Finance, you will lead and develop a finance team of eight, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality finance service while driving improvements in financial reporting, controls and processes.

The Role

As Interim Head of Finance, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day leadership of the finance function and play a key role in supporting the wider organisation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, managing and developing a finance team of eight across multiple finance disciplines.
• Delivering accurate and timely monthly management accounts, budgeting and forecasting.
• Overseeing statutory accounts, year-end audit and financial reporting.
• Ensuring robust financial controls, governance and compliance.
• Managing cash flow and treasury activities.
• Business partnering with senior leaders, providing financial insight to support strategic decision-making.
• Identifying and implementing improvements to finance processes, systems and reporting.
• Supporting finance projects and wider organisational change initiatives.

About You

You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a proven track record of leading finance teams within complex organisations.

You will bring:

• Experience operating at Head of Finance or Financial Controller level.
• Strong people management skills with experience of leading and developing sizeable finance teams.
• Excellent technical accounting knowledge, including statutory reporting and audit.
• The ability to quickly assess existing processes and implement improvements.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the confidence to influence senior leaders.
• Previous charity or not-for-profit sector experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation where you can make an immediate impact. You'll inherit an established finance team of eight, providing leadership, support and development while helping to shape the future direction of the finance function.

The initial contract is for a minimum of six months, with the possibility of extension depending on business needs.

Location: Horsham, West Sussex
Hours: Part-time, 12 to 16 hours per week
Contract: Temporary, 2 months
Pay: £20 per hour (+ holiday)
Start Date: ASAP

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting our client, the UK’s only charitable organisation dedicated to supporting and promoting the interests of professional proprietors of equestrian establishments, in their search for a temporary PA / Office Manager.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced administrator to join a small, friendly charity and play a key role in supporting its members, trustees, and daily operations. The successful candidate will be highly organised, proactive, and confident managing a broad range of office and membership administration responsibilities.
Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for members and stakeholders, handling enquiries via telephone and email.
• Manage the office inbox and ensure correspondence is dealt with promptly and professionally.
• Support membership administration, including processing new memberships, updating member records, and maintaining accurate databases.
• Coordinate safeguarding course bookings and issue certificates to participants.
• Prepare, send, and maintain records of membership and course-related certificates.
• Update Excel spreadsheets, CRM systems, and internal records to ensure accurate reporting and administration.
• Provide administrative support to trustees, including diary coordination and assistance with ad hoc tasks.
• Undertake general office administration, including filing, scanning, printing, post management, and document preparation.
• Help maintain efficient office systems and processes that support the smooth running of the organisation.

Requirements

• Proven experience in an administrative, office management, or PA position.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a small team.
• Experience working with CRM systems and databases would be advantageous.
• Experience using Xero would be beneficial but is not essential.
• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is required due to the office location.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected membership charity and contribute to the delivery of an essential service supporting the equestrian sector.

At Prospectus, we are committed to supporting you throughout your application journey. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity.

Location: Central London / Hybrid Working
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Temporary until mid-September 2026
Pay: £13.31 per hour (+ holiday pay)
Start Date: ASAP

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting a national charity in the search for a temporary People & Administration Coordinator to provide vital support to their People team over the summer period.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented administrator to join a busy and collaborative team. The role will focus primarily on compliance, data management and recruitment administration, making it ideal for someone with strong administrative experience who enjoys working with systems and processes. Previous HR or recruitment experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee records across HR systems and recruitment platforms.
• Support data compliance activities, ensuring personnel files and records are up to date and accurately maintained.
• Coordinate document filing and data entry tasks with a high level of accuracy.
• Assist with the administration and tracking of DBS renewals.
• Support the setup and monitoring of pre-employment checks through external providers.
• Provide administrative support for recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Respond to routine internal queries and escalate issues where appropriate.
• Produce and maintain reports and records as required by the People team.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion at all times.
• Provide general administrative support to ensure the smooth running of People team activities.

Requirements

• Proven experience in an administrative, coordinator or office support role.
• Excellent data entry skills and strong attention to detail.
• Experience managing databases, systems or large volumes of information.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing tasks.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Excel and Teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Experience within HR, recruitment, compliance or employee administration would be beneficial but is not essential.
• A proactive and adaptable approach with the ability to quickly learn new systems and processes.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced administrator to gain exposure to a busy People function while contributing to important compliance and recruitment activities within a values-driven organisation.

At Prospectus, we are committed to supporting you throughout your application journey. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity.

Fundraising and Events Manager

This Fundraising and Events Manager role is an opportunity to help grow sustainable income that enables City in the Community to continue empowering healthier lives through football across Manchester. Working closely with supporters, colleagues and stakeholders, you will lead our fundraising strategy, deliver impactful events and create meaningful opportunities for people to support our work.

Who We Are

Established in 1986, City in the Community is Manchester City’s official charity. We support people across Manchester by empowering healthier lives through football. Our programmes place physical and mental wellbeing at their core, whilst also creating healthy futures and healthy communities.

Within our collaborative Communications and Engagement team, we connect people to our purpose, driving visibility, sustainability and belonging for City in the Community.

Through fundraising, events and supporter engagement, we create opportunities for people to champion our mission while helping to ensure the long-term growth and impact of the charity.

The Role

You will lead the development and delivery of City in the Community's fundraising strategy, creating sustainable income streams that support the charity's long-term ambitions. Working across a portfolio of fundraising products, supporter engagement, donor stewardship and events, you will identify opportunities to grow income while building lasting relationships with stakeholders.

Day to day, you will oversee fundraising products including the Matchday Lottery, subscription model and auctions, monitor fundraising performance against budgets and targets, and use insight to inform future planning. You will also lead the planning and delivery of fundraising events, ensuring they provide an outstanding supporter experience while generating vital income for the charity.

Alongside fundraising activity, you will work collaboratively across Manchester City and City in the Community to maximise fundraising opportunities, strengthen supporter engagement and develop relationships with fan groups, local businesses and high-net-worth individuals. You will also line manage the Fundraising and Events Officer, helping to create a collaborative, high-performing team while embedding safeguarding and organisational policies throughout all activities.

What You'll Bring

⚽ A relevant fundraising or events qualification, or equivalent professional experience.

⚽ Experience developing and delivering successful fundraising strategies, events or income-generating campaigns.

⚽ Strong relationship-building skills with experience engaging supporters, colleagues, donors or other key stakeholders.

⚽ Experience managing budgets, monitoring performance and using insight to drive continuous improvement.

⚽ Experience in using fundraising CRMs to enhance donor journeys and rentention.

⚽ Experience leading or supporting a team, with the ability to coach, motivate and develop colleagues.

⚽ Excellent communication, organisational and presentation skills, with confidence managing multiple projects and priorities.

⚽ A proactive, creative and collaborative approach, with a genuine passion for fundraising and making a positive impact within the charitable sector.

Why Choose Us

Guided by our values of being caring, inclusive, transformative and youth-led, we are committed to creating an environment where our team feel supported, valued and able to make a meaningful difference through the work they do every day.

As part of our team, you will receive 26 days’ annual leave plus a day off for your birthday and an annual discretionary bonus. You will also have access to a Health Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP support, and a company pension and life assurance.

You can enjoy a range of additional benefits, including discounted match tickets, savings in the City Store, a free City+ subscription, stadium tour discounts, and wider retail and lifestyle offers.

How to Apply

If this role sounds like it is for you, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your application via our careers site by 2nd August 2026.

Equal Opportunities

City Football Group is committed to achieving workforce diversity and we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, national origin, race, age, sex, gender identity, disability - physical or hidden, sexual orientation, veteran status, religious belief, or any other characteristics protected by law. We strive to provide a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. 

Due to our safeguarding promise, all UK based CFG roles will be subject to a DBS check upon commencing employment with us. This will be either a basic, standard or enhanced check depending on the job role and responsibilities.

Temporary Recruitment Administrator

London (Hybrid) | 3 Days per Week | 6-Week Temporary Contract | £16.17 per Hour

Immediate Start Available

Are you an experienced Recruitment or HR Administrator looking for your next opportunity?

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established national charity seeking an organised and proactive Recruitment Administrator to join their friendly People Team for an immediate start.

This is a fantastic opportunity to use your recruitment administration skills to support a meaningful cause while gaining valuable experience within a busy, collaborative HR team.

What you'll be doing

You'll provide essential administrative support throughout the recruitment process, helping to attract and onboard talented people who will make a real difference.

Your role will include:

• Coordinating recruitment activity and maintaining recruitment trackers.

• Posting vacancies across job boards, LinkedIn and the organisation's website.

• Managing recruitment enquiries and candidate communications.

• Arranging interviews and coordinating hiring managers and interview panels.

• Preparing interview documentation and candidate information.

• Issuing interview invitations and communicating outcomes to candidates.

• Requesting employment references and processing onboarding documentation.

• Supporting the preparation of offers and contracts.

• Providing general office and administrative support to the People Team as required.

We're looking for someone who has:

? Previous recruitment, HR or recruitment administration experience.

? Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.

? Confidence managing multiple priorities in a busy environment.

? Outstanding communication and customer service skills.

? Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

? A professional, flexible and proactive approach.

Experience within the charity sector is welcome but not essential.

What's on offer?

• £16.17 per hour

• Part-time, 3 days per week (21 hours)

• 6-week temporary assignment

• Hybrid working, with one day per week in the London office

• Immediate start

• Opportunity to work with a respected charity making a genuine impact.

• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

• A varied role where you'll quickly become a valued member of the team.

If you're available immediately (or at short notice) and are ready to hit the ground running, please apply online today, we'd love to hear from you.

Barnardo's Solihull Early Help Autism Team

Initial Location of Post
40 Rupert Street

Nechells

Birmingham

B7 4PS

Objectives of Service

The overall purpose of Barnardo's Early Help Autism Team is to support children with Autism (or in the process of an autism assessment being undertaken) and their parent/carer.

The service aims to enable families and young people with autism to better understand the diagnosis and develop strategies to manage behaviour.  All services are developed in partnership with parent, carer and the children themselves.

The post holder will work under supervision to provide short-term home-based autism programmes to children with an autism diagnosis or undergoing an assessment for autism, their parents/carers/siblings, in order to enhance carer's skills and abilities and thus improve family functioning.

Specific Responsibilities of this Project Worker role:

1. In-depth knowledge, understanding and skills in working with children and young people with Autism
2. Delivered Picture exchange and widget to the young person/ families on a one to one basis
3. Experience of working with parents either facilitating a group programme or one to one and provided strategies and resources to support their understanding of autism
4. Experience of working with children with autism one to one in a specialist setting; such as the classroom or in a specialist role to deliver an intervention package
5. Willing to a deliver the Cygnet autism parenting programme on a one to one basis in the family home and via a group programme with parents
6. Willing to undertake training in specialist areas when requested such as Makaton

When completing your application please refer to your skills knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification, Job Description and Additional Information document (if applicable). This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described.

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

Pay & Reward Framework

We know that our colleagues go above and beyond in delivering our vital work, driven by their passion and commitment to Barnardo's values.  We also know that we can only realise our ambitions and achieve better outcomes for more children, thanks to the talent, hard work and creativity of our people. 

For all these reasons, we are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, to ensure it is fair, attractive and progressive, which was rolled out in April 2023. This is a positive change for the charity, and a part of our People & Culture Strategy. It will assist us in supporting colleagues to belong, thrive and grow in their colleague journey at Barnardo's and in time will offer clear routes of progression for colleagues in both their career and their pay. 

Whilst the full pay band and salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint between the minimum to mid-point of the pay band – this ensures that pay steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours.  More details on Barnardo's pay framework can be found upon application. 

Do you want to use your excellent customer service, administrative and organisational skills to make a real difference to the lives of people affected by kidney disease?

We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Community Fundraising Assistant to join our friendly, busy and high performing team on a temporary basis.If you are passionate about excellent supporter care, have great attention to detail, and want to be part of work that genuinely transforms lives, we would love to hear from you.

About Kidney Care UK

There are 7.2 million people with some form of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in the UK, equivalent to 1 in 10 people. There are one million people in the UK who have CKD but are not aware of it.

Since 1975, Kidney Care UK has been at the forefront of supporting people with kidney disease. From our early days when we campaigned to introduce donor cards in the UK, we have worked hard to support and represent the interests of everyone affected by kidney disease.

About the role

The Community Fundraising Assistant will provide administrative, fundraising and event support to the Events and Community team, helping to deliver excellent stewardship to community supporters and ensure the smooth running of fundraising activities and events. The postholder will support communications, data management, supporter engagement, fulfilment of fundraising materials, event delivery and lead a specific research project to help inform future fundraising activity.

Key Responsibilities

Supporter communications and engagement

• Assist with incoming and outgoing communications via telephone, email, post and social media as required.
• Respond to enquiries from community fundraisers and supporters, providing excellent customer service and timely information.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community supporters, fundraisers and volunteers.
• Support stewardship activity, including thank-you communications, recognition initiatives, supporter updates and follow-up.
• Support the creation and distribution of supporter communications and fundraising materials.
• Act as a positive ambassador for the organisation when engaging with supporters.

Fundraising materials and administration

• Prepare, pack and post fundraising materials, resources and supporter packs.
• Monitor stock levels of fundraising materials and assist with reordering when required.
• Provide general administrative support to the fundraising team.
• Assist in the coordination and distribution of campaign and event materials.

Data management

• Accurately record and update supporter information on the organisation's CRM or database.
• Assist with maintaining data quality and ensuring records are accurate and compliant with relevant data protection requirements.
• Support reporting and information gathering as required by the team.

Research project

• Take the lead on a designated research project to identify potential fundraising opportunities, trends, partnerships, or community engagement initiatives.
• Gather, analyse and present findings to the fundraising team.
• Produce recommendations to support future fundraising strategies and activities.
• Manage the project timeline and provide regular updates on progress.

Events support

• Provide administrative and practical support for fundraising and community events as required.
• Support attendee communications and volunteer coordination where necessary.
• Undertake other event-related duties to support the wider Fundraising team during busy periods.

​About you

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confidence in using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with supporters and colleagues.
• Experience of data entry and maintaining accurate records.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Previous experience is a similiar role is highly desirable, as is experience with CRM systems, fundraising platforms, or the charity sector.

What we offer

Working at Kidney Care UK is incredibly rewarding and you will see the life-changing impact that the charity has on kidney patients and their families:

• Flexi-time – we are flexible about start and finish times, and flexible about your location.
• Annual and Christmas leave – we offer 25 days annual leave for full time employees plus bank holidays. We also close for three days between Christmas and New Year, and you don’t need to take this from your annual leave allowance.
• Pension – you’ll be eligible for and auto-enrolled into a pension scheme where your employer will contribute 8% of your salary.
• Health cashback plan – ability to claim back a wide variety of routine medical treatments.
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to a wide variety of support including counselling, health resources and advice.
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Learning and development – you’ll be able to access the full benefits of our membership of Fundraising Everywhere, Charity Comms and NVCO.

Apply today
If you're friendly, organised, and excited by the idea of helping to make a difference every day, we’d love you to join us!

Please note that this is a temporary contract for 3 months (which may be extended but this is not guaranteed) and we need someone to start straight away, so if the right candidate comes along we reserve the right to close the advert early so do not delay!

Press Apply, where you will be asked to upload a recent CV which includes a cover letter. In your cover letter please demonstrate in no more than 2 sides of A4 how you meet the person specification within the job description.

We look forward to hearing from you.